Obituaries

Morris Jenkins, Jr.

Morris Jenkins, Jr.

Jun 25, 2017

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day-and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing." II Timothy 4:7-8 Morris Lee...

Luis Barragan Ii

Luis Barragan Ii

Jun 25, 2017

Luis Barragan II, passed away at the age of 55 on June 25, 2017. He was born in New Roads, LA on July 24, 1961. He worked for Blum and Asplundh Tree Company for many years. After giving up his spurs, he started working for Lard Oil Company. He was currently still employed there and just recognized for his...

Byford Beasley

Byford Beasley

Jun 23, 2017

Byford Leroy Beasley, 73, and a longtime resident of Baker, went to his eternal home on June 23, 2017. He was born on March 4, 1944 to James R. Beasley and Charlotte Nicholson. He was a master carpenter and attorney. Byford is survived by his parents, James R. Beasley and Charlotte Nicholson; 2 daughters, Page Beasley Brown and husband...

Danny Walls, Sr.

Danny Walls, Sr.

Jun 13, 2017

Danny Keith Walls, Sr., 59, a resident of Denham Springs left his earthly home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on June 13, 2017. He was born to Therman and Evie Walls on September 29, 1957 in Baton Rouge. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. Danny is survived by his loving wife of...

Betty Fontana

Betty Fontana

Jun 8, 2017

Betty Louise Winters Fontana, 86, beloved mother, was called to her eternal resting place on June 8, 2017. She entered this world on November 23, 1930 in Brooklyn, MS, born to Robert and Effie Winters. She was a lifelong resident of Baker and Mrs. Betty was known for "Baker is Too Beautiful to Litter" signs on streets, City of...

Sandra Davis

Sandra Davis

Jun 1, 2017

Sandra Davis, 57 years old, and a resident of Clinton, La. went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 1, 2017 at her residence. She was born to Katie Hamilton and John Nichols in Newellton, La. on May 4, 1960. She loved her cats and they would cross the world to find her. She also enjoyed tending...

Norma Parker

Norma Parker

May 23, 2017

Norma Faye Muller Parker, 78, and a resident of Baker, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on May 23, 2017. She was born to Clifford and Hazel Muller in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 9, 1938. She worked at the Dillard's in Cortana Mall for 27 years. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and collected...

Gary Noland

Gary Noland

May 21, 2017

Gary Neil Noland, 57 years old, and a resident of Ethel, La. Gary went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on May 21, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Neil and Linda Noland on August 25, 1959 in Baton Rouge, La. Gary was a member of Grace Bible Fellowship...

Norma Herring

Norma Herring

May 15, 2017

Norma Thomas Herring A gracious, generous woman will be honored with a splendid reputation. - Proverbs 11:16. Norma Thomas Herring, 83, a resident of Baker, LA, went to be with her Lord and Savior, on May 15, 2017. Norma was born on January 28, 1934 to Sam Houston and Thanie Branch Thomas in Tylertown, MS. She was a hardworking,...

Frank Brian

Frank Brian

May 14, 2017

Frank S. Brian, a member of the Plains Presbyterian Church, departed this life peacefully and went to spend eternity with his heavenly father on May 14, 2017. He was born in Zachary, Louisiana to Frank E. Brian and Leona McVea Young Brian of the Zachary/Plains area. He attended Zachary High School where he helped lead his team to a...

Earlene Clark

Earlene Clark

May 14, 2017

Earlene Alice Vaughn Clark, 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on May 14, 2017. Earlene was born to Jack Penn and Lillie Mae Vaughn on November 13, 1929 in Shuqualak, Mississippi. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to all who knew her. She loved going to church and was...

Rooney Sagona

Rooney Sagona

May 8, 2017

Rooney S. Sagona, 84, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 8, 2017, born August, 30, 1932 to Martin and Naise Soileau in Ville Platte, La. She was a long-time resident of Baton Rouge, La. and a member of St. Pius Catholic Church. Rooney is survived by her son, Paul Sagona and his wife...

Jerry Mitchell

Jerry Mitchell

May 5, 2017

Jerry Earl Mitchell, 72, a resident of Baker, Louisiana, passed away on May 5, 2017. Jerry was born on March 29, 1945 to Enos and Grace Mitchell in Mt. Hermon, La. He was known for the company he created, Fontainbleau. He was dearly loved by his family and will be missed. Jerry is survived by his daughter, Jan (Mark)...

Murphy Sullivan, Jr.

Murphy Sullivan, Jr.

May 2, 2017

Murphy Sullivan, Jr. went to be with the Lord on May 2, 2017, one day before his 87th birthday. He was a retired salesman, and coached boys in baseball for fifteen years in a church league winning several state championships. He later umpired baseball for several years. Murphy never met a stranger and was a friend to all. He...

Marie Mcclendon

Marie Mcclendon

Apr 29, 2017

Marie Molliere McClendon, 83, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 29, 2017 at her residence in Gonzales, LA. Marie was born to C.J. Molliere and Elinda Plaisance on August 9, 1933 in Morganza, Louisiana. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother, and friend who loved catching up and having...

Sophie Paine

Sophie Paine

Apr 29, 2017

"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strengths. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:31 On April 29, 2017, the gates of Heaven opened wide to receive a "special lady". Sophie J. Paine was born November 24, 1917 and passed peacefully at Lane Nursing Home surrounded by...

Annie Leboeuf

Annie Leboeuf

Apr 28, 2017

Annie Mae Temple LeBoeuf, 86, and a resident of Central, LA, went to be with her Lord and Savior, on April 28, 2017. Annie was born on April 24, 1931 to Charlie and Adelia Temple in Meadville, MS. She was known for her passion for serving others through her gifts of cooking, especially the cookies she would bake for...

Kathleen Tate

Kathleen Tate

Apr 28, 2017

Kathleen Tate, 64, beloved Wife, was called to her eternal resting place on April 28, 2017. She entered this world on April 18, 1953, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, born to O.D., Jr. and Lillian Leming Seymour. Kathleen was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who loved the Lord Jesus Christ and her family. Kathleen is survived by her husband,...

Linda Davidson

Linda Davidson

Apr 21, 2017

Linda Gail Johnson Davidson, 74, and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 21, 2017, at Heritage Manor of Baton Rouge. Linda was born on August 24, 1942 to Norman and Bonnie Johnson in Baton Rouge, LA. She was a proud LSU graduate and loved to paint and...

Jill Johnson

Jill Johnson

Apr 19, 2017

Jill Woodward Johnson, 58, and a resident of Baker/Zachary, LA, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 19, 2017, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge. Jill was born on April 27, 1958 to John Paul and Jimmie Lou Woodward in Baton Rouge, LA. She was a faithful sports mom...