Obituaries

Robert Curtis, Sr.

Robert Curtis, Sr.

Nov 24, 2016

Robert Keith Curtis, Sr., 59 years old, was called to be with his Heavenly Father peacefully on November 24, 2016. He entered this world on December 18, 1956 in Baton Rouge, born to William and June Kinchen Curtis. Robert is survived by two daughters, Charlene M. Curtis and Jennifer "Brooke" Curtis Evans; three sons, Joshua K. Curtis, Robert K....

Mary Hutchinson

Mary Hutchinson

Nov 22, 2016

Mary Ellen Lemoine Hutchinson, 77 years old, was called to be with her Heavenly Father peacefully on November 22, 2016. She entered this world on November 3, 1939 in Plaucheville, LA, born to Howard and Frankie Lemoine. Mary is survived by two sons, Jeffery Joseph Hutchinson and girlfriend, Aurora, and Mark Steven Hutchinson and wife, Kerrie; three grandchildren, Christian,...

Leslie Stein

Leslie Stein

Nov 14, 2016

Leslie Lehmann Stein, age 66, passed away peacefully Monday, November 14, 2016. She entered this world August 11, 1950 in Marquette, Michigan. In her youth she was a competitive swimmer and had a love for outdoors which she carried with her when she became actively involved with the childcare of many children. She worked at Agapeland Daycare for many...

Earl Colbey

Earl Colbey

Nov 11, 2016

Earl Edward "Eddy" Colbey, age 50, resident of Phoenix, Arizona, native of Baker, Baton Rouge, passed away on November 11, 2016 in Baton Rouge. Eddy is survived by his wife, Leticia Colbey; mother, Ruth Bell Colbey; daughter, Harmoni R. Colbey; two sons, Richard E. Colbey, wife Danielle, and Vance H. Gossett; step-daughters, Sarah B. Burkhead, Yulisa L. Burkhead and...

Dr. Bonck, Sr.

Dr. Bonck, Sr.

Nov 9, 2016

Dr. Joseph Carl Bonck, Sr., age 85, born to Joseph Charles Bonck and Ethel Laura Bonck on September 3, 1931 in Metairie, Louisiana, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on November 9, 2016. Dr. Bonck practiced medicine in Baker for many years and was once the coroner for East Baton Rouge Parish. Dr. Bonck is...

Alphis Bolton, Jr.

Alphis Bolton, Jr.

Nov 5, 2016

Alphis "Al" Alexander Bolton, Jr., 72, a lifelong resident of Baker, LA, went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 5, 2016. He was born to Al and Falba Bolton on September 1, 1944. Al served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Upon returning from the war he married the love of his...

Steven Heine

Steven Heine

Nov 3, 2016

Steven Kerry Heine, II, 34, born to Steve and Mary Heine on January 7, 1982, left this earth for Heaven on Thursday, November 3, 2016. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend to all who knew him. Steven is survived by his mother, Mary Strahan Heine; brothers, Jared Heine and Austin Heine, wife Brittany and their...

Monroe Randall

Monroe Randall

Oct 30, 2016

Monroe Robbie Randall, Sr., 87, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, a respected friend and a man of God, always ready to serve, Monroe was called to his home in Heaven place on Sunday, October 30, 2016. He entered this world on June 27, 1929, born to Oscar and Emma Randall. A longtime resident of Baker, active member for 67...

Curry Smith

Curry Smith

Oct 21, 2016

Curry "Catfish" Don Smith, born in McComb MS, a resident of Baker, LA passed away October 21, 2016 at 1:20 p.m. at the age of 76, after several battles with cancer. Catfish was a graduate of Istrouma High School where he played football and ran track. He attended LSU and was a member of the Baton Rouge Jaycees from...

Benjamin Wicker, Jr.

Benjamin Wicker, Jr.

Oct 21, 2016

Benjamin Franklin Wicker, passed away Friday, October 21, 2016, peacefully at his grandson's home in Central. He was 93 years old. Ben was born March 10, 1923 in Baton Rouge, the only son of Anna and Benjamin Wicker. At the tender age of 17, he joined the Marines and would not see his family again for four years. He...

Charles Tingle, Sr.

Charles Tingle, Sr.

Oct 19, 2016

Charles Len Tingle, Sr. "My son, when you come to serve the Lord, prepare yourself for trials. Be sincere of heart and steadfast, undisturbed in time of adversity. Cling to him, forsake him not; thus will your future be great." Sir 2:1-3. On October 19, 2016 Charles Len Tingle, Sr., as a steadfast servant was rewarded with eternal life...

Horace Wilkinson, Jr.

Horace Wilkinson, Jr.

Oct 18, 2016

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith" 2 Timothy 4:7 Horace "Doon" Wilkinson, Jr., 92, beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on October 18, 2016. He entered this world on March 3, 1924 in Liberty, MS. He proudly served his country in the...

Susan Jennings

Susan Jennings

Oct 16, 2016

Susan Rene' Hebert Jennings, 44, beloved Mother, Wife, and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on October 16, 2016. She entered this world on August 25, 1972 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to Claude and Carolyn Hebert. She attended East Ascension High School and enjoyed fishing, cooking and working in her flower garden. She is survived by...

George Wysor

George Wysor

Oct 2, 2016

George O. Wysor, 92, a native of Virginia and a resident of Slaughter, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, October 2, 2016, at Grace Nursing Home. He was known to make friends with everyone he met as he never met a stranger. He proudly served his country in the US Airforce for 21...

Kahnne Bialowas

Kahnne Bialowas

Sep 28, 2016

Matthew 11:28 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Kahnne Louise Bankston Bialowas, a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Zachary, entered this world on October 8, 1960 to Larry and Eva Bankston. Kahnne went to see her Lord and Savior Jesus on September 28, 2016. She was...

Jackie Lasseigne

Jackie Lasseigne

Sep 24, 2016

Jackie Nell Lasseigne, 73, beloved wife, mother and grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior on September 24, 2016. She entered this world on December 12, 1942 in Starkville, MS, born to William and Ruby Ellis Hawkins. She was a resident of Central for 44 years. Jackie is survived by her husband of 50 years, Charles...

James Fontenot

James Fontenot

Sep 23, 2016

James "Bruce" Fontenot, 64 years old, was called to his eternal resting place peacefully on September 23, 2016. He entered this world on October 17, 1951 in Opelousas, LA, born to J.A Fontenot and Lou Lejeune. He was an avid bass fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors. He enjoyed rolling down the highway on his Harley. Bruce taught himself to...

Glynn Fleming

Glynn Fleming

Sep 22, 2016

Glynn Keith Fleming "Flembob", 64 years old, was called to his eternal resting place peacefully on September 22, 2016. He entered this world on December 27, 1951 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to David and Ida Fleming. He was a real people person that loved fishing, hunting and cooking. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren,...

Barry Brown

Barry Brown

Sep 21, 2016

Philippians 4:13 I can do all thing through Christ which strengthenth me. Barry Dale Brown, 64, was called to be with his Lord and Savior on September 21, 2016. He entered this world on September 20, 1952 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to Leslie and Bessie "Tot" Brown. He was a faithful member of St. Isidore Catholic Church. Barry...

Elaine Shar

Elaine Shar

Sep 14, 2016

A native of Wilmer and resident of Baton Rouge, Elaine Bennett Shar, passed away on September 14, 2016 at the age of 90. She graduated from Amite High School and later majored in Music at Southeastern Louisiana University. Her faith in the Lord and passion for gospel music was evident all through her life. She is survived by daughter...