All Obituaries

Arthur “Sonny” Murray Kleinpeter, 86 years old, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 7, 2019. He entered this world on August 3, 1933, born to Clifton and Irene Kleinpeter, in Baton Rouge, LA. Sonny was a charter member of St. Isidore Catholic Church and a member of The Knights of Columbus. He loved his grandchildren who affectionately called him “Paw-Paw” and had a great love for all...

Charles “Anthony” Lamonte, 63 years old, a resident of Baker, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 4, 2019. Anthony entered this world on August 4, 1956, born to Helen and Charlie Lamonte, in Baton Rouge, LA. He was an avid outdoorsman and hunter and was a Journeyman Carpenter for well over 30 years with the Carpenters Local 1098. Anthony is survived by his two sons, Ryan (Jessica) Lamonte and Austin (Macy) Lamonte; 3 grandchildren, Landry...

John Edward Dixon, 76 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 2, 2019. John entered this world on July 30, 1943, born to Adam and Anna Dixon, in Pottsville, PA. John was a faithful member of Blackwater United Methodist Church. He was a 32nd Degree Master Mason, a Past Master of the Baker Masonic Lodge #441, and a current member of the Central Masonic Lodge #442. He was a member of the Shriners...

Rita "Gale" Brooks, 60 years old, beloved mother, grandmother and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 27, 2019. She entered this world on December 12, 1958, born to Ella and Tanner Abney, in Memphis, TN. She was a faithful believer in her Lord Jesus. She loved her family and grandchildren and will be dearly missed. Rita is survived by her son, Richie Ginn and daughter in-law, Cristina Forbes; daughter, Allison Hawkins; two...

Norma Richard Pierce, 81 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 27, 2019 at her residence in White Castle. She entered this world on January 31, 1938, born to Ivy and Effie Richard, in Port Barre, LA. Norma attended Foster Road Baptist Church. Norma is survived by her three daughters and son in-law, Donna and Edward “Mouse” Landry, of White Castle, Wanda Weimer, of Walker,...

Carlton “Fred/McGuyver” Ross Allen, 57 years old, beloved father, grandfather, and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 26, 2019. He entered this world on August 15, 1962, born to Zelma and Henry Allen, in Baton Rouge, LA. Carl owned and operated Central Alternator and Starter for many years. He was dearly loved by his family and will be greatly missed. Carl is survived by his son and daughter in-law, Jason and Bethany Allen and...

Monika "Marie" Maria Bangs, 74 years old, beloved Wife, Mother, Nana and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 21, 2019. She entered this world on February 3, 1945, born to the late Barbara and Anton Hofer, in Italy. Marie enjoyed the outdoors and loved to care for her flower gardens. Marie is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Wayne Bangs; son, Michael Bangs and wife Melinda; daughter, Danielle Spears and husband Landon; 3...

Milton Oscar Miller, known to many as Sonny or Mo, 80 years old, a life-long resident of Baker, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 12, 2019. He passed away peacefully at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on January 4, 1939, born to Lecil and Nancy Miller, in Baker, LA. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church Baker. We will...

Cecile “Ceil” “Noonie” Haydel Thompson Thoms, 89 years old, long-time resident of Baton Rouge, beloved wife, mother, step-mother, grandmother, great grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 12, 2019. She entered this world on September 25, 1930, born to Claude and Hazel Haydel, in Whitecastle, LA. Ceil was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church. Ceil is survived by her loving husband of 21 years, Norman Thoms; 2 sons, John “Johnny” D....

Thurman “Burns” Hicks, 84 years old, beloved father and grandfather went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 10, 2019. He entered this world on April 21, 1935, in Brewton, Alabama, born to Isaac and Myrtle Hicks. He was an electrician by trade and a pastor by the Lords calling. He was a faithful member of the Healing Place Church in Baton Rouge. Burns was loved by so many and will be missed dearly. Burns is survived by his daughter, Deborah Kay Hicks Davis...