Obituaries
Thomas Pine
Oct 15, 2023
Thomas Evan Pine, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend to many, and loving member of his community, passed away on October 15, 2023, at the age of 87. He was born on March 31, 1936, in McComb, Mississippi, to parents whose love and guidance shaped him into the remarkable person he became.
Thomas, known affectionately as Tom...
Iris Cunningham
Oct 10, 2023
In Loving Memory of Iris Bagley Cunningham
Born on May 4, 1945, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Iris Bagley Cunningham, a cherished soul, breathed her last breath on October 10, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy that will forever impact those who had the privilege of crossing paths with her.
Iris, a...
Leslie Townsend
Oct 4, 2023
Leslie Paul Townsend sadly left us on October 4, 2023. His loving wife and cherished little dog, Reuben were by his side. Leslie was a retired Probation and Parole Officer with the Department of Corrections where he fulfilled his duties with honor, integrity, and compassion. Leslie loved Jesus with his whole heart and soul.
He is survived by his wife,...
Allen Mock
Oct 4, 2023
Allen Eugene Mock, a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, lifetime member of the Boilermakers Local Union 582, and long-time member of St. Isidore Catholic Church, peacefully passed away on October 4, 2023, at the age of 78. Surrounded by the warmth of his family, Allen's journey on Earth came to a close, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard...
Hazel Hagan
Oct 4, 2023
Sweet Hazel D. Hagan joined family and friends in a much better place on October 4, 2023. Born in 1927 in southern Illinois, she embraced many changes in her lifetime with a spirit of adventure. Hazel was married to Lowell Hagan for 62 years. Together, they moved 19 times around the country in pursuit of Lowell's career goals. At each...
Garnet Farris
Sep 30, 2023
Garnet Farris, 91 years old, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Aunt was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 30, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on March 16, 1932, born to Arah and James Herford, in Westlake, LA. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Baker. She...
Jerry Thomas Gurney
Sep 10, 2023
Jerry Thomas Gurney passed away at his home in Zachary, LA on September 10, 2023 after a brief illness. He was born in Baker, LA on November 24, 1934, and grew up in Zachary, LA. Jerry graduated from Zachary High School in the class of 1952. Shortly thereafter, he joined the U.S. Navy where he served until November of 1955....
Irene Andrews Booker
Sep 6, 2023
On September 6, 2023, Irene Andrews Booker, 95, was welcomed to eternal life by her husband, Thomas Alex Booker, Jr, daughter Alexis Campbell, and parents Irene and Robert Andrews.
Irene is survived by daughters Florence Baker (Milton) and Marilyn Crochet (Paul). Her grandchildren are Daron "Beaux" Baker (Shelly), Gaela Moncrief (Shane), Paula Miley (Bill), Randy Crochet (Toni), Stefanie...
Emmett Smith
Sep 5, 2023
A loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, great great grandfather, and friend to many, Emmett "Smitty, Lefty" Smith, Jr, passed away into the presence of the Lord, on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. He was 93 years old and a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church. His senior year at Baker High School, Emmett and his team won the basketball state...
Willard "Bubbie" Gunter
Aug 26, 2023
Willard "Bubbie" Joseph Gunter, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2023, at the age of 82. Born on November 21, 1940, in Alexandria, LA, Bubbie was the son of the late Frank and Sara Belle Gunter. He resided in Denham Springs, LA at the time of his passing.
Bubbie was known for his hard work and dedication as a...
Fred Richard Dixon
Aug 24, 2023
Fred Richard Dixon, Master Sergeant, U.S. Army, Retired. A resident of Zachary, LA. Fred went to be with his Heavenly Father in the early morning hours on Thursday, August 24, 2023. Fred was born in Statesboro, Georgia September 28, 1926. He graduated from high school there and then entered the Army during WWII and served for 22 years, attaining the...
Marie Decker
Aug 23, 2023
Marie Theresa Austin Decker went to the Lord at 10:14pm on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 while at Lakeview Manor Nursing Home in New Roads, Louisiana. She was attended by her son and the many members of her family who visited throughout her last days. She was born on November 12, 1940 in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of Felix and...
Joseph Campanile
Aug 20, 2023
Joseph A. Campanile, 81, of St. Francisville passed away on August 20, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Joe served our country in the United States Marine Corps and was a Carpenter by trade. Joe attended First Baptist Church in Baker. He loved fishing, watching animals in their natural habitat, feeding birds and deer and spending time with his family.
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Bonnie Minchew
Aug 16, 2023
Bonnie Faye Bailey Minchew, 81 years old, beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother passed away peacefully at her home, on August 16, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on March 23, 1942, born to Celia Dumas Bailey and Earl Bailey, in Urania, LA. She retired from Bellsouth and Aflac. She was the first female telephone installer in...
O. Earl Smith
Aug 13, 2023
Olar Earl Smith, 95 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and Great-Great Grandfather was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 13, 2023. He entered this world on January 30, 1928, born to Rosa and Olar Smith, in Magnolia, MS. Olar honorably served his country in the United States Navy during WWII....
Donis Betty Martin
Aug 7, 2023
Donis Betty Bateman Martin, 90 years old, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Sister, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 7, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on September 11, 1932, born to Claudie Foreman Bateman and Delos Bateman, in Gloster, MS. She was a member of First Baptist...
Julius Beasley
Aug 1, 2023
Julius Lavirl Beasley, 94 years old, beloved Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and Great- Great Grandfather, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 1, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on December 4, 1928 in Natchez, MS.
Julius spent his whole life in the service of others. Throughout his life, he...
Louis Bergeron
Jul 29, 2023
Louis J. Bergeron Sr. of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away on July 29, 2023. He was 77 years old and an Army veteran of the Vietnam War (1967-1968). He was a retired industrial stainless steel sales manager for PVF and Southwest Stainless from 1973 to 2011.
Louis was a fun-loving, generous man who loved his family tremendously. He...
Myrtis Keith
Jul 29, 2023
Myrtis Brashear Keith, 82 years old, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 29, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on August 10, 1940, born to Eunice McCulloch Brashear and Jesse Brashear, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was a member of St. Isidore Catholic...
Makayla Moore
Jul 28, 2023
Makayla Armani Moore passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023 in Zachary, Louisiana at the age of 18.
Makayla was born in Baton Rouge on January 11, 2005, to Patrick Moore and Tabatha Escue. She spent her childhood fishing, playing basketball, and loving on animals (especially her dog BJ). Makayla was happiest with family, especially her siblings:...
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