OBITUARIES
Donald George Kozan, Sr.
Apr 18, 2025
Donald George Kozan, Sr., a native of Albany, LA, and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on April 18, 2025, at the age of 88. Donald graduated from LSU where he was on the 1957 football team. He went on to graduate from Dental School at Loyola University in New Orleans. He was a dentist in Central, LA...
James C. Babb Sr
Apr 17, 2025
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce that James C. Babb Sr., rested from this life on Thursday April 17, 2025, surrounded by his family, at the age of 64 years. He was born in Baytown, Texas, worked all his life as a crane operator, and a current resident of Folsom.
He was one of the sweetest and kindest persons...
Anne Marie Fargason
Apr 16, 2025
Anne Marie Schneider Fargason passed away on April 16, 2025. Born in New Orleans on January 21, 1947, Anne Marie graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in Baton Rouge and went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana State University in 1969. Following graduation, she moved to New Orleans—a city she loved—and began a career in hospitality, which...
Virgil J. Bercegeay "Peewee"
Apr 15, 2025
Virgil Joseph Bercegeay, born February 4, 1928, in Gonzales, LA, passed away on April 15, 2025, at the age of 97.
Virgil is preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey LeBourgeois Bercegeay (Married on August 21, 1945), his second wife, Ruby Dozier Bercegeay (Married on July 5, 1997); his son and daughter-in-law, Ernie and Mona Bercegeay; and daughter-in-law, Cindy Bercegeay.
He...
Beverly "Joan" Brasher
Apr 15, 2025
Beverly “Joan” Brasher, 82, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025. Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on July 3, 1942, Joan lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys that brought people together.
A proud graduate of Louisiana State University, Joan had a sharp mind and a lifelong love of language. She especially enjoyed the...
Roselyn "Rosie" Borne
Apr 13, 2025
Roselyn “Rosie” Borne, born on February 9, 1945 in New Orleans, LA, passed away at her home in Gonzales, LA on April 13, 2025, at the age of 80.
In true New Orleans fashion Rosie loved celebrating her culture by relishing in the beautiful art, music, and food that the city has to offer.
She is preceded in death by her husband,...
Mary Louise "Nookie, Knock Knock” Babin
Apr 13, 2025
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
Mary Louise "Nookie, Knock Knock” Babin, 81, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, in Springfield, Louisiana, at 3:43 p.m., after a long battle with liver cancer. She was born on October 15, 1943, in Livonia, Louisiana.
Mary graduated from Istrouma High School and later earned...
Polly H. Winter
Apr 13, 2025
Polly Winter, age 78, of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully on April 13th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Alexandria, Louisiana on August 9th, 1946, Polly traveled the world during her childhood following her father’s Military service. As an adult, she prided herself on being a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was known for her selfless actions...
Wallace J. Braud Jr.
Apr 11, 2025
Wallace J. Braud Jr., a native of Duplessis, LA and resident of Gonzales, LA, passed away in Baton Rouge, LA at the age of 80. Wallace was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He enjoyed spending time at his camp in Mississippi, cooking jambalaya, and running D-Bro Sno snowball stand with his wife. He was also a...
Jeremy Todd Smith
Apr 9, 2025
Jeremy Todd Smith, affectionately known to family and friends as “Todd,” passed away on April 9, 2025, at the age of 47. Todd was a resident of Denham Springs, Louisiana, and his departure has left a void that will be felt by all who knew him. Todd was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Doyle Eugene and Carol Joy...
Beverly Kay Morris
Apr 8, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Beverly Kay Morris, aged 72, of Gonzales, Louisiana. While she embraced life in Louisiana, she will always remain a Texas lady at heart. Beverly joined the Lord on April 8, 2025, with her devoted husband, David, by her side.
Born on July 24, 1952, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Beverly dedicated...
Gary Barry Mitchell
Apr 8, 2025
Gary Barry Mitchell, known affectionately as Coach Mitchell and Mr. Mitchell, passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 66. He was born on June 19, 1958, in Dexter, Missouri. Spent his junior High and High School years living in Jenison, Michigan. He attended college at Grand Valley State University earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Education. After college,...
Danny Alexander Garcia
Apr 8, 2025
Danny Alexander Garcia, a native of San Antonio, TX and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 33. Danny earned his arborist certification and prior to that was the CEO of Garcia Tree Experts LLC and entrepreneur. He was deeply committed to protecting his community and environment and to living a...
Marie Wollerson McKinnie
Apr 8, 2025
Services to celebrate the life of Alice Marie McKinnie will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities in West Monroe, Louisiana. Visitation will begin at 12 noon until service time at 2:00 pm, officiating Rev. Randy LaGrone. Marie will be laid to rest at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery in Winnsboro, Louisiana.
Marie was a...
Patricia "Pat" Parks
Apr 7, 2025
Patricia "Pat" Parks was born in Jacksonville, Florida on May 20, 1945. She was an outstanding cook and loved cooking for friends and family. She was also a wonderful hostess and found much joy in planning get-togethers and attending gatherings planned by others. Great food, music, laughter, and fun were always in abundance when spending time with her.
For 27 years,...
Sally Walker
Apr 7, 2025
Sally Walker age 78, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on April 7th, 2025. She was a resident of CenterPoint Healthcare & Rehabilitation where she was loved dearly by the staff. No known next of kin has been identified. She will be remembered for her love of reading; always having at least four books at any given time, her infectious...
Elizabeth Langford Robbins
Apr 7, 2025
Elizabeth Langford Robbins was born in Natchitoches, LA on July 15, 1940, and passed away at her residence in Baton Rouge, LA on April 7, 2025, at the age of 84.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Alex Eugene and Lillie Scott Langford; son, Robert Stanton “Red” Pearson; sister, Emily Langford Thornton; and son-in-law, John Stanley “Stan” Wood.
She is...
Matthew David Romano
Apr 6, 2025
Matthew David Romano was born April 4, 1996. He passed away on April 6, 2025. He was 29 years old. He lived and loved as a husband, father and charter fisherman.
He is survived by his wife Kelsie Jordan Romano and daughter Lilee A. Romano; parents Desiree Germek Guidry, Ronald 'Ronnie' Romano; brothers Devon M. Romano, Grant J. Guidry and Lane...
Peggy Mire Landry
Apr 5, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Peggy Mire Landry, a beloved member of our community, who left us on April 5, 2025, in Prairieville, Louisiana. Born in Baton Rouge, Peggy's life was a testament to love, faith, and dedication, and she will be mourned deeply by all who knew her.
Peggy was educated at St....
Jessica Chantel Cupstid
Apr 3, 2025
Jessica Chantel Cupstid, June 14, 1971: The day the stars aligned and a shining light was born to April 3, 2025 the day that light returned to the stars, leaving behind a trail of sparkle and love. Chana was a free spirit, gliding through this world with love and laughter, knowing she was her daddy's favorite child. Trailing a little...
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