Obituaries

James Roberts

James Roberts

Jun 5, 2018

James Fred Roberts, 80, of Franklin, North Carolina, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018. He was born in Monroe, Louisiana, the son of the late Chester and Earldale Roberts. James was a US Army veteran; a retired union carpenter and attended Windy Gap Baptist Church. James is survived by his wife, Martha Roberts of Franklin; son, Mike Roberts and...

Ryan Butters

Ryan Butters

Jun 4, 2018

Ryan James Butters, 30 years old, beloved son, grandson, father, and friend to many, was called home to his Heavenly Father on June 4, 2018. He entered this world on October 30, 1987, in Baton Rouge, LA. His son Aiden, was a gift from God and was his love, pride and joy. Ryan was full of character and quick...

Dontine Stamps

Dontine Stamps

Jun 2, 2018

Dontine John Stamps, 82 years old, born June 4, 1935, in Columbia, Mississippi and passed away June 2, 2018. A man who loved his family, fishing, and was a Hero to his two sons. He served in the National Guard for two years, the United States Army for two years, and was a Baton Rouge Policeman for 32 years,...

Nita Bouquet

Nita Bouquet

May 27, 2018

Nita Rae Coker Middleton Bouquet, passed peacefully at home surrounded by loving family on May 27, 2018 at the age of 93. Nita Rae was born on October 11, 1924, in Electric Mills, Mississippi, to Myrtle Mae (Triplette) and Walter Roger Coker. She was a homemaker and later became a Licensed Practical Nurse, retiring after many years in the...

Elizabeth Mixon

Elizabeth Mixon

May 26, 2018

Elizabeth "Betty Mae" Cunningham Mixon, 85 years old, lifelong resident of Baker, Louisiana, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend was called to her eternal resting place on May 26, 2018. She entered this world on March 4, 1933 in Centreville, Mississippi, born to Raymond Francis Cunningham and Eulice Jane Cunningham. She was known as "Big Momma and Memaw" to...

Bobby Hughes

Bobby Hughes

May 24, 2018

Bobby Ray Hughes, 77, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother was called to his eternal resting place on May 24, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on May 10, 1941, born to Woodrow and Ruby Melinda Hughes in Colfax, LA. He was graduate of Northwestern State University, worked in the oil industry and later...

Jean Loar

Jean Loar

May 20, 2018

May 20, 2018, The Lord our God called home our loving Angel, Jean Theresa Loar. Mom, MawMaw, Nanny or Aunt Jean are the loving names she was called by her family. She filled her family's heart with much love, always gave herself and offered forgiveness no matter what. She will now be home and at peace with her heavenly...

Ryland Bringol

Ryland Bringol

May 20, 2018

Ryland "Ron" John Bringol, 72 years old, was called to his Heavenly home on Sunday, May 20, 2018. He was born on April 23, 1946, in Marksville, LA, to Eugene and Ina Bringol. Ron honorably served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from Ciba Geigy (Syngenta) after 34 years of service. Ron was a member...

Allen Mcmorris

Allen Mcmorris

May 19, 2018

Allen Ross McMorris, 72 years old, was called home on May 19, 2018. He entered this world on January 22, 1946, in Livingston, LA, born the youngest of twelve, to George and Hattie McMorris. Allen was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. Allen is survived by his loving wife, Cynthia Ann McMorris; son, Jeffery McMorris; daughter,...

Damon Duncan

Damon Duncan

May 16, 2018

Damon Brian Duncan, 61 years old, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, entered his eternal resting place on May 16, 2018. He was born to Jewel and Charlotte Duncan on June 27, 1956, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was known for his willingness to always lend a helping hand. Damon is survived by his loving wife of...

Sheridan Centerbar

Sheridan Centerbar

May 15, 2018

Sheridan Jude Centerbar, 66 years old, a resident of Baton Rouge, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 15, 2018, at his home. He was born to William and Irene Centerbar on August 29, 1951, in Burlington, Vermont. Sheridan served his country in the United States Marine Corp. and was stationed in Vietnam and Okinawa,...

Jack Owens, Jr.

Jack Owens, Jr.

May 11, 2018

Jack Marshall Owens, Jr. DDS was called home on May 11, 2018, at the age of 59 years old. His quick wit and generous heart will be deeply missed by those who called him husband, father, grandfather, brother, dentist and friend. He entered this world on January 26, 1959, in New Orleans, LA. The fourth child and only boy...

Jessie Ducote

Jessie Ducote

May 2, 2018

Jessie Paul Ducote "Fuzzy", 76 years old, a loving father, Paw Paw, and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on May 2, 2018, at Ochsner Medical Center. He was born to Elsma and Ivy Ducote on February 25, 1942, in Simmesport, LA. He proudly served his country in the Army National Guard. Jessie is survived by his...

Ruby Crowson

Ruby Crowson

Apr 29, 2018

You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore. Psalm 16:11 Ruby Grace Van Crowson, 100 years old, loving mother, granny, great-granny, great-great granny and friend to so many, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, April 29,...

Shantel Lambert

Shantel Lambert

Apr 12, 2018

Shantel LaNell Lambert, 28 years old, beloved mother, sister, cousin and friend was called by the Holy Spirit on April 12, 2018, to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She entered this world on September 26, 1989, in Baton Rouge, LA. She had a passion and love for her kids and she raised her kids to have...

Nan Moore

Nan Moore

Apr 10, 2018

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." Psalm 116:15 Nan Anderson Moore, beloved mother of five children, peacefully passed into the arms of her Lord on Tuesday, April 10, 2018. She was 95 years old. Nan lived her life in humility, faithfully serving her family in countless ways. She volunteered in helping victims...

Shane Bellard

Shane Bellard

Apr 3, 2018

Shane Christopher Bellard, 42 years old, beloved father, son and friend was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 3, 2018. Shane entered this world on May 25, 1975, in Zachary, LA, born to Dennis and Sylvia Bellard. Shane worked for Union Tank Car Company. He will be missed dearly by all who knew...

Dorothy Thornhill

Dorothy Thornhill

Apr 2, 2018

Dot Thornhill has been promoted to be with Jesus. She fought hard and won her battle on April 2, 2018, at the age of 88. She was born August 5, 1929 in Brownwood Texas, the second of four children. Dot was the administrator of the family's towing service for years but later started baking the lightest, most delicious cakes...

Carl Michelli, Sr.

Carl Michelli, Sr.

Apr 2, 2018

Carl Laurence Michelli, Sr., 76 years old, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend to many, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 2, 2018. He entered this world on August 22, 1941 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to Dominic and Floy Michelli. He worked as a master carpenter most of his life...

Stephen Peairs, Jr.

Stephen Peairs, Jr.

Mar 27, 2018

Stephen Preston Peairs, Jr., 85 years old, a resident of Zachary, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at his home on March 27, 2018. He was born to Stephen and Naomi Peairs on July 31, 1932. Stephen was a faithful member of Deerford United Methodist Church. He loved his family, and enjoyed the outdoors. Stephen...