Obituaries

Paula Dungan

Oct 2, 2018

Paula Robinson Dungan, 68 years old, beloved sister and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 2, 2018. Paula entered this world on August 12, 1950, born to Dorothy and Darryl Robinson, in Lubbock, TX. She played in the Baker Buffalo Band in high school and graduated in 1969. Paula...

Barbara Collins

Sep 27, 2018

Barbara "Bubba" Ann Collins, 48 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 27, 2018. She entered this world on July 20, 1970, born to Mae Underwood and Eugene Tingler, in Bartow, FL. Barbara is survived by her two sons, Donald Collins and Joseph Collins; daughter, Christina Collins; three grandchildren, Daelan Collins,...

Jane Desselle

Sep 23, 2018

Jane Mary Desselle, 84 years old, beloved mother, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 23, 2018. She entered this world on February 7, 1934, born to Anne and Laurent Deslattes, in Bordelonville, LA. Jane is survived by her loving daughters, Stephanie McMahon and Charlotte Hall; 2 grandchildren, Jessica and Jason Hall; 2...

Leon Miller

Sep 13, 2018

Charles Leon Miller, 81 years old, beloved husband, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 13, 2018. He entered this world on July 26, 1937, born to Sally Anding and Decator Miller in Natchez, Mississippi. He was a graduate of Baker High School, class of 1956. Leon honorably served his country in the...

Christopher Dufour

Sep 11, 2018

Christopher Mikell Dufour, 36 years old, beloved son and brother, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 11, 2018. Christopher entered this world on May 5, 1982, born to Serita Dugan and Mikell Dufour, in Zachary, LA. He enjoyed reading, LSU Women's Basketball and playing tennis. Christopher is survived by his loving parents,...

Bobbie Johnson

Sep 8, 2018

Bobbie Nell Johnson, 86 years old, beloved mother, grandmother and friend to many, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 8, 2018. She entered this world on February 14, 1932, born to Ruby and Roy Walton, in Dixon, MS. Bobbie is survived by 3 sons, Rocky Johnson, Jacky Johnson, and Keith Johnson and...

Shelton Fontenot

Sep 5, 2018

Shelton "Shell" James Fontenot, 78 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to many, was called to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 5, 2018. He entered this world on September 24, 1939, born to Sulie and Odette Fontenot, in Port Barre, LA. He was a retired insulator after 30 years of service....

Christopher Bauer

Sep 3, 2018

Christopher Andrew Bauer, beloved son and brother, passed away in his family's home on Monday, September 03, 2018, at the tender age of 28. Christopher is survived by his parents, Rick Bauer and Elizabeth "Kootsie" Bauer; older brother, Brandon Paul Bauer and fiancé Madeline Sherrod; his Godmother and aunt, Faye Kidwell; his Godfather and uncle, Ricky Richard; and numerous...

Tammy Lott

Aug 28, 2018

Tammy Rae Ward Lott, 60 years old, beloved mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and aunt, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 28, 2018. She entered this world on January 8, 1958, born to Pauline and Larry Ward, in New Roads, Louisiana. She loved spending time with her family and sewing. She also enjoyed...

Rose Epperson

Aug 26, 2018

Rose Creel Epperson, a native of Winnfield, LA and resident of Baker, LA, passed away, Sunday, August 26, 2018, at the age of 85. She was born on April 3, 1933, in Winnfield, LA. Rose was educated at Winnfield High School, Northwestern State University with a B.S. degree in Elementary Education, and Louisiana State University with a master's degree...

Joyce Watson

Aug 6, 2018

Joyce Birch Watson, 87 years old, a resident of Baker, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 6, 2018. She entered this world on March 12, 1931, born to Mabel and Henry Birch, in Memphis, TN. Joyce was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Baker. She loved and cared for her...

Tommy Robinson

Aug 3, 2018

Tommy Ray Robinson departed this earth on August 3, 2018 at the age of 66 having been diagnosed with lung cancer 50 days earlier. He was born February 21, 1952 at Reese AFB in Lubbock, Texas to the late Duke and Dorothy Robinson. He was fortunate to have been raised by Christian parents and he had come to accept...

Betty Haley

Aug 3, 2018

Betty Brown Haley, 83 years old, beloved mother and grandmother and "Aunt Betty", went to be with Jesus and her beloved husband Bob, on August 3, 2018. She entered this world on March 27, 1935, born to Susie and Johnnie Brown, in New Orleans, LA. Betty was a faithful member of Bethany Church, North Campus. She was loved by...

Joyce Keller

Jul 31, 2018

Joyce" Momee" Bush Keller, 90 years old, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 31, 2018, in Baton Rouge. She entered this world on December 1, 1927, born to J Ernest and Noella Bush, in Saint James, La. She was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church....

Carol White

Jul 19, 2018

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13 Carol Joan Thompson White entered this world Saturday, June 4th, 1938, and left for her heavenly home Thursday, July 19, 2018. Carol led a very active life in public service. For many years, she was the director of Abundant Life Senior Group and a member of The...

Judy Clay

Jul 10, 2018

The heavens have another star shining down on us now. Judy sparkled and shone through her life with the help of her friends and family, "Judy's Jewels". We will miss her dearly, but will rejoice and celebrate the glory of a life well-lived. Judy Vasbinder Clay, 76 years old, passed away on July 10, 2018. She entered this world...

Elzie Beard, Sr.

Jul 10, 2018

Elzie L. ‘Bubba' Beard, Sr., age 83, met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on July 10, 2018. A Native of Big Sandy, Texas, and a long-time resident of Baker, LA. He was a graduate of Big Sandy High School and after attending Jr. College in Tyler, Texas, he enlisted in the Army where he served 2 years in...

Thomas Wilkinson, Sr.

Jul 8, 2018

Thomas "T.W." Winston Wilkinson, Sr., 88 years old, was called to his eternal resting place on July 8, 2018. He entered this world on June 18, 1930, in Auburn, MS, born to Judge and Minnie Wilkinson. T.W. honorably served in the United States Marine Corps from 1948 to 1952. He was a faithful member of the Masons, Ismailia Shrine...

Niessa Reinken

Jul 4, 2018

Visitation Service Baker Funeral Home Chapel 6401 Groom Rd. Baker, LA  70714 Thursday, July 12, 2018 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cemetery Hillcrest Memorial Gardens 6305 Groom Rd. Baker, LA  70714

Rosmand Williamson

Jun 19, 2018

Rosmand Jane Williamson, 88 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend was called to her eternal resting place on June 19, 2018. She entered this world on January 8, 1930, born to Jesse and Mira Morris. She loved spending time knitting, reading and doing calligraphy. Rosmand is survived by her daughters, Leslie Roseanna Cunningham and husband James, Julia Dawn...