Obituaries

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...

Bernard Robert, Sr.

Jun 18, 2018

While wrapped in the love of his family, the earthly life of Bernard F. "Red" Robert, Sr., peacefully slipped away on June 18, 2018. Born to the late Elise Cire Robert and Benoit Robert in McCall, Louisiana on December 6, 1933. He was 84 years old. His large family included four elder siblings, Curtis (deceased), Irby "Red", Herman "Whitey",...

James King

Jun 17, 2018

James Dwight "J.D." King, 77 years old, was called by his Heavenly Father on Father's Day, June 17, 2018. Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He entered this world on May 4, 1941, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, born to Oscar and Annabelle King. J.D. loved working in his garden, he was a big joker, and a ray of sunshine...

James Richard, Sr.

Jun 16, 2018

James "Jim" Dudley Richard, Sr., 87 years old, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend was called to his eternal resting place on June 16, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. He entered this world on May 2, 1931, in Opelousas, LA. James served his country in the United States Army and was an active member of St....

David Carroll, Jr.

Jun 15, 2018

David Edward "Dabo" Carroll, Jr, 54 years old, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on June 15, 2018. He entered this world on January 19, 1964, in Newellton, La., born to David, Sr. and Delphia Carroll. David was a proud member of the Mason group and a member of Life Tabernacle Church....

Ronald Chapman, Jr.

Jun 12, 2018

Ronald "Big Ron" M. Chapman, Jr, 70 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on June 12, 2018. He entered this world on July 1, 1947 in Elyria, OH, born to Ronald and Carol Strong Chapman. Ronald served in the United States Marines from 1965 to 1970. Ron is survived by...

Willie Bowman, Jr.

Jun 11, 2018

Willie "Buddy" Easley Bowman, Jr., 86 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, was called home to his Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, on June 11, 2018. He entered this world on September 27, 1931, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, born to Willie and Marion Bowman. He was a graduate of Istrouma High School and LSU earning both Bachelor's...

Tomey Tynes

Jun 10, 2018

Tomey Gene Tynes, 73 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend was called to his eternal resting place on June 10, 2018. He entered this world on July 12, 1944, in Gloster, Mississippi, born to Ed and Edna Tynes. He retired from Crown Zellerbach - Tembec after 40 years of service where he worked in the maintenance department....

Dawn Arndt

Jun 10, 2018

Dawn Campbell-Arndt, 41 years old, beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend was called to her eternal resting place on June 10, 2018. She entered this world on November 21, 1976 in Zachary, Louisiana, born to Rickey and Margie Campbell. Dawn is survived by her daughter, Andi Bourgoyne; son, Warren Arndt II; two grandchildren, Cayn and Dakota; father, Rickey Campbell;...

John Piper, Sr.

Jun 5, 2018

John Grady "Buddy" Piper Sr., 87, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on June 5, 2018, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on March 7, 1931, born to Earl and Florence Piper, in Baton Rouge. He always enjoyed spending time at his camp hunting and fishing. He retired from...