All Obituaries

Floyd Wayne Gourley, a resident of Central, LA passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2022, at the age of 84 years. He was a native of Zachary, LA. Floyd served the US Navy proudly aboard the USS Casa Grandre, and retired from Florida Gas Transmission as a Plant Operator. He was a faithful member of Comite Church of Christ in Central, LA. Floyd is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Lydia M. Gourley; son and daughter-in-law, Reubin and Tara Gourley; daughter and son-in-law, Rachel and Rick...

Geraldine "Jerrie" Stelly Fontenot, 76 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 1, 2022. She entered this world on September 10, 1946 born to Mr Clifton and Mrs Emma Stelly in Opelousas, LA. Jerrie is survived by her; 2 sons, Kenneth and wife, Leslie Fontenot and Brian Fontenot; 4 daughters, JoLynn and husband, Troy Pearson, Michelle Henry, Monique Thibodeaux and Mike, Amber and...

Viola Marie Guillory Little, 93 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 27, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on October 9, 1928, born to Helena and Euric Guillory, in Lebeau, LA. She was a devout follower of the Catholic faith. Viola is survived by her sons, Lionel Stelly (Marilyn) and James M. "Mike" Stelly; daughter, Trena Militello; 7 grandchildren, Karen Rossi, Katherine St. Amant, Brian Stelly, Yanina...

Daniel Lynn Smith Jr, 53 years old, passed away on September 21, 2022. He entered this world on February 20, 1969, born to Catherine Locke and Daniel Smith, Sr., in Baton Rouge, LA. He loved driving tow trucks and spent many miles on the road traveling. Daniel is survived by his sons, Devin Smith and wife Glenda, Derek Smith and wife Brittany, and Dylan Smith and wife Taylor; grandchildren, Ethan Smith, Eric Smith, Derek Bentley, Sophia Smith, Bowen Smith, and Slade Smith; father, Daniel...

Henry Joseph Sepúlveda, 86 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Brother was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 19, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on March 4, 1936, born to Lucia Rosas and Francisco Sepúlveda, in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. He was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church and proudly served as a Lieutenant in the United States Army. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 4085 and...

Coates, Shirley Castille A devoted Mom, MawMaw and MaMom, she died September 18, 2022 after a brief battle with cancer, peacefully and surrounded by family at her residence in Walker, LA. She was 72 years old, a native of Rosa, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to join the family for the visitation at Baker Funeral Home, Baker, LA on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The visitation will continue on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. until the service...

Cheryl "Bridget" Williams Saloom, 75 years old. Bridget was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 13, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on October 28, 1946, born to Agnes and T.Y. Williams, in Monroe, LA. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She enjoyed everything Louisiana had to offer including LSU baseball and football. She was a very athletic person. Among her interests were bowling, volleyball,...

Kevin Christopher Shanley, 32 years old, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 13, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on July 10, 1990, born to Kim and Richard "Flip" Shanley, in Baton Rouge, LA. Kevin Shanley was passionate about theology, philosophy, music, and family. His belief in God was based upon the strict and literal interpretation of biblical scripture. Kevin was always reading and learning. His mind was packed...

Lula C. Ballard, a native and resident of Baywood, LA was born May 19, 1933 and passed away September 11, 2022 at the age of 89. Lula graduated from Pride High School, class of 1952. She worked many years at JC Penney, eventually retiring from Louisiana Sand and Gravel. She was a lifelong member of Bethany Baptist Church of Baywood. Lula is survived by a son and daughter in-law, John Jr. & Debbie; two daughters and son in-laws, Susie & Don Barthel and Sherry & Wiley Lear; two...

David B. Telhiard, Sr. a resident of Pride, LA was born on December 21, 1935, in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi and went home to his eternal Father on September 10, 2022. He graduated from Pensacola High School in 1954. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Dave retired from the Carpenters Local #1098 to spend more time with his wife, family, and grandchildren. He enjoyed sharing his love for music and participated with a music group entertaining others at local nursing homes,...