All Obituaries

Linda Pike Markert, 77 years old, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 30, 2020. She entered this world on January 3, 1943, born to W.G. Pike, Jr. and Elizabeth (Bessie) Dubuisson Pike, in New Orleans, LA. To many she was Mrs. Linda, to some she was Aunt Linda, to others she was GranMere, to all of us she was a 5’ tall 100 lb force to be reckoned with, and she will always be the woman who made the absolute best...

Viviane Marie Boutaine Verde, 80 years old, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 28, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on June 1, 1939, born to Lucienne Migeon and Raymond Boutaine, in Verdun, France. She was a beautiful woman inside and out and will be missed by many. Viviane is survived by her son, Randal Verde and girlfriend, Michelle Sumral; daughter, Monica Verde;...

Jimmy Glenn May, 79 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 25, 2020, surrounded by his loving family at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. He entered this world on June 13, 1940, born to Ernest and Ophelia May, in Monticello, MS. For those who had the honor of knowing him, you know that he was by far one of the sweetest, most caring, loving..but most of all Godliest men you would ever...

“The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise.” Proverbs 11:30 After a long and fruitful life, Henry Robert Blount went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, March 25 at the age of 90. Henry was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and well-loved by his family and friends. He was born in Bayou Barbary, LA and a longtime resident of Baton Rouge LA where he worked as a Meat Market manager...

Mildred J. Harbert, “For I am now ready to be offered and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course. I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:6-7. She departed her earthly life on Tuesday, March 24, 2020, surrounded by her family. Mildred was 82, a native of Maringouin, LA and resident of Central, LA for the past 61 years. Affectionately known to her family as “Sweetie.” She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years,...

Steven Ross Marr, 67 years old, beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 23, 2020. He entered this world on June 9, 1952, born to Elena and Donald Marr, in Saint Helena, CA. Steven honorably served his country in the United States Navy until he retired in 1995. Steven is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Maria Marr; son, Jessie Marr; daughter, Eva Marr; four grandchildren, Daniel Marr, Jacob Marr, Elaina McGinty...

Brenda Ann Piper, 61 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 22, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on July 10, 1958, born to Rosalie and John Piper, Sr., in Baton Rouge, LA. Brenda is survived by her daughter, Bridgett Narro; son, Eddie Narro; mother, Rosalie Piper; two brothers, John Piper, Jr. and wife Pat, Ronnie Piper and wife Michelle; and numerous nieces and nephews. Brenda is preceded in death by her father, John Grady...

Barbara Ann Moore Bogan, 85 years old, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 12, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on August 14, 1934, born to Dorothy and John Moore, in Huntington, New York. She spent many years raising and loving many dogs, watching the birds outside, reading, doing cross word puzzles and crafts. Barbara is survived by her daughters, Debra Bogan, Cindy Vallejo and...

Debbie Lee George, 86 years old, beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 12, 2020. He entered this world on February 13, 1934, born to Agnes and Benjamin George, in Baton Rouge, LA. He was a member of Pride Baptist Church. He was the owner of Hemco Salvage. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy in the Korean War and Vietnam War. Debbie is survived by his daughters, Brenda Gayle George, Virginia Violet George, Tandy Sue...

Billy Ray Neathery, 73 years old, resident of Baker, LA, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 6, 2020. He entered this world on September 26, 1946, in Winnsboro, LA. Billy retired from BREC after 25 years of service. He loved the Indian culture, enjoyed raising his pigeons, and spent much of his time with his best friend, Buckie, his dog. The Baker community knew him as bicycle Billy or Wild Bill. Billy is survived by his mother, Edith “Dot”...