Obituaries

William Darrell "WD" Johnson

Nov 5, 2023

William Darrell "WD" Johnson, 75 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend to many, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 5, 2023, peacefully at his home. He entered this world on August 30, 1948, born to Opal and WH "Dub" Johnson, in Lecompte, LA. He retired from Exxon Chemical in 2003...

Walter "Ray" Cotton

Oct 25, 2023

 

Walter “Ray” Cotton, 78 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Brother, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 25, 2023. He entered this world on December 28, 1944, born to Roger and Hattie Cotton, in Baton Rouge, LA.

Ray is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Linda Kennedy Cotton; his...

Jimmy Johnston

Oct 22, 2023

In Loving Memory of Jimmy Johnston

July 14, 1947 - October 22, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Jimmy Johnston, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Surrounded by his loved ones, Jimmy departed this life on October 22, 2023, at his home in the City of Central, LA at...

Barbara Chustz

Oct 20, 2023

Barbara Ann Everett Chustz, 82 years old, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Sister, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 20, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on June 14, 1941, born to Lillie Marie Gant Everett and John Everett, Sr., in Kossuth, MS. She was a member...

Henrietta Manuel

Oct 19, 2023

Henrietta Magdalene (Gain) Manuel was born July 22,1937 on the family farm in Pocahontas, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Cleatious Sylvester Gain and Frances Blissenback Gain. She entered into eternal rest on October 19,2023 at the age of 86. Henrietta retired from the East Baton Rouge School System (Cafeteria) to become a stay-at-home grandmother and spend many wonderful years...

Thomas Pine

Oct 15, 2023

 

Thomas Evan Pine, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend to many, and loving member of his community, passed away on October 15, 2023, at the age of 87. He was born on March 31, 1936, in McComb, Mississippi, to parents whose love and guidance shaped him into the remarkable person he became.

Thomas, known affectionately as Tom...

Iris Cunningham

Oct 10, 2023

In Loving Memory of Iris Bagley Cunningham

Born on May 4, 1945, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Iris Bagley Cunningham, a cherished soul, breathed her last breath on October 10, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy that will forever impact those who had the privilege of crossing paths with her.

Iris, a...

Leslie Townsend

Oct 4, 2023

Leslie Paul Townsend sadly left us on October 4, 2023. His loving wife and cherished little dog, Reuben were by his side.  Leslie was a retired Probation and Parole Officer with the Department of Corrections where he fulfilled his duties with honor, integrity, and compassion. Leslie loved Jesus with his whole heart and soul.

He is survived by his wife,...

Allen Mock

Oct 4, 2023

Allen Eugene Mock, a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, lifetime member of the Boilermakers Local Union 582, and long-time member of St. Isidore Catholic Church, peacefully passed away on October 4, 2023, at the age of 78. Surrounded by the warmth of his family, Allen's journey on Earth came to a close, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard...

Hazel Hagan

Oct 4, 2023

Sweet Hazel D. Hagan joined family and friends in a much better place on October 4, 2023. Born in 1927 in southern Illinois, she embraced many changes in her lifetime with a spirit of adventure. Hazel was married to Lowell Hagan for 62 years. Together, they moved 19 times around the country in pursuit of Lowell's career goals. At each...

Garnet Farris

Sep 30, 2023

Garnet Farris, 91 years old, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Aunt was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 30, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on March 16, 1932, born to Arah and James Herford, in Westlake, LA. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Baker. She...

Jerry Thomas Gurney

Sep 10, 2023

Jerry Thomas Gurney passed away at his home in Zachary, LA on September 10, 2023 after a brief illness. He was born in Baker, LA on November 24, 1934, and grew up in Zachary, LA. Jerry graduated from Zachary High School in the class of 1952. Shortly thereafter, he joined the U.S. Navy where he served until November of 1955....

Irene Andrews Booker

Sep 6, 2023

On September 6, 2023, Irene Andrews Booker, 95, was welcomed to eternal life by her husband, Thomas Alex Booker, Jr, daughter Alexis Campbell, and parents Irene and Robert Andrews.

Irene is survived by daughters Florence Baker (Milton) and Marilyn Crochet (Paul). Her grandchildren are Daron "Beaux" Baker (Shelly), Gaela Moncrief (Shane), Paula Miley (Bill), Randy Crochet (Toni), Stefanie...

Emmett Smith

Sep 5, 2023

A loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, great great grandfather, and friend to many, Emmett "Smitty, Lefty" Smith, Jr, passed away into the presence of the Lord, on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. He was 93 years old and a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church. His senior year at Baker High School, Emmett and his team won the basketball state...

Willard "Bubbie" Gunter

Aug 26, 2023

Willard "Bubbie" Joseph Gunter, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2023, at the age of 82. Born on November 21, 1940, in Alexandria, LA, Bubbie was the son of the late Frank and Sara Belle Gunter. He resided in Denham Springs, LA at the time of his passing.

Bubbie was known for his hard work and dedication as a...

Fred Richard Dixon

Aug 24, 2023

Fred Richard Dixon, Master Sergeant, U.S. Army, Retired. A resident of Zachary, LA. Fred went to be with his Heavenly Father in the early morning hours on Thursday, August 24, 2023. Fred was born in Statesboro, Georgia September 28, 1926. He graduated from high school there and then entered the Army during WWII and served for 22 years, attaining the...

Marie Decker

Aug 23, 2023

Marie Theresa Austin Decker went to the Lord at 10:14pm on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 while at Lakeview Manor Nursing Home in New Roads, Louisiana. She was attended by her son and the many members of her family who visited throughout her last days. She was born on November 12, 1940 in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of Felix and...

Joseph Campanile

Aug 20, 2023

Joseph A. Campanile, 81, of St. Francisville passed away on August 20, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Joe served our country in the United States Marine Corps and was a Carpenter by trade. Joe attended First Baptist Church in Baker. He loved fishing, watching animals in their natural habitat, feeding birds and deer and spending time with his family.

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Bonnie Minchew

Aug 16, 2023

Bonnie Faye Bailey Minchew, 81 years old, beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother passed away peacefully at her home, on August 16, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on March 23, 1942, born to Celia Dumas Bailey and Earl Bailey, in Urania, LA. She retired from Bellsouth and Aflac. She was the first female telephone installer in...

O. Earl Smith

Aug 13, 2023

 

Olar Earl Smith, 95 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and Great-Great Grandfather was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 13, 2023. He entered this world on January 30, 1928, born to Rosa and Olar Smith, in Magnolia, MS. Olar honorably served his country in the United States Navy during WWII....