OBITUARIES

James Anthony Marino

James Anthony Marino

Feb 18, 2025

James Anthony Marino (“Big Jim”) was born on April 19, 1954, in Mineola, NY to Gerard and Jean Marino. At the age of 20, he met the love of his life, Pat Marino, and they were devoted to each other for over 50 years. Jim worked as a plant operator at Motiva for over 35 years before retiring 10 years...

Albin Louis Rabalais, III

Albin Louis Rabalais, III

Feb 18, 2025

A memorial service will be held on February 24th, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Mt. Union Baptist Church in Spearsville, Louisiana. The family will be receiving friends for visitation from 1:00 PM until the service begins at the church.

 Albin was born on November 7th, 1976, and passed away on February 18th, 2025, at the age of 48. Though his time...

Claudia "Clyde" Jean Clampit

Claudia "Clyde" Jean Clampit

Feb 18, 2025

Clyde was born on September 23rd, 1937, and passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 18th, 2025, at the remarkable age of 87.

Clyde cherished fishing and visiting the casino to play sizzling 7's. She held a deep affection for her family and was a loyal friend to those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

As we reflect upon...

Martha Nelson Davis

Martha Nelson Davis

Feb 17, 2025

Martha Nelson Davis passed from this earthly life into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, February 17, 2025.

She is survived by her three children Thomas D. Spiller (Linda), Richard W. Spiller (Nancy), and Sheryl G. Spiller, who all knew the blessing of having a mother that loved unconditionally.

She was preceded in death by her wonderful...

Trevor James Harrison

Trevor James Harrison

Feb 15, 2025

All services will be held this Friday, February 21st, 2025 Visitation from 10:00-11:30am at St Alphonsus Catholic Church (14040 Greenwell Springs Rd Greenwell Springs, LA 70739) Full Mass to follow 11:30-12:30 pm. Burial to follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Trevor is going to be buried in beautiful Magnolia Gardens to the left of the mausoleum.(11817 Jefferson Hwy Baton Rouge,...

Rev. Herman Bounds

Rev. Herman Bounds

Feb 14, 2025

A ceremony celebrating the life of Rev. Herman W. Bounds will be held on Thursday February 20, 2025, at First United Pentecostal Church Denham Springs, visitation will begin at 10:00 am until the time of service at 11:00 am. Graveside service will follow at Sibley Cemetery, Walker.

Reverend Herman W. Bounds of Calcasieu, Louisiana, passed from this life to his eternal...

Nancy Lee Marie Tucker Beam

Nancy Lee Marie Tucker Beam

Feb 13, 2025

If love could’ve saved you, you would’ve lived forever.

It is heartfelt sadness to announce that Nancy Lee Marie Tucker Beam rested from this life on Thursday February 13, 2025, at The Crossing of Clarity Hospice, Baton Rouge after a brief illness.

She was born in New Orleans on October 27, 1954, a 1972 graduate of Glen Oaks High School, and a...

Juanita "Nita" W. Myers

Juanita "Nita" W. Myers

Feb 13, 2025

“Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories.” Juanita Williams Myers, of Gonzales, Louisiana, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. She passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at the age of 96. 

Nita was born on January 4, 1929, in Cameron, Texas to Claude and Josephine Williams. Family was the...

Dr. Kamile Smith Geist

Dr. Kamile Smith Geist

Feb 12, 2025

Dr. Kamile Smith Geist, born on July 6, 1967, to Charles Smith and Wanda Sue Skinner, passed away on February 12, 2025. A native of West Monroe Louisiana, Kamile was a devoted wife to Eugene Geist and a loving mother to her sons, Michael Alan Geist and Dylan Thomas Charles O’Donnell. She is also survived by her sister, Karla Smith...

Patricia Bell "Pat" Brock

Patricia Bell "Pat" Brock

Feb 12, 2025

Patricia “Pat” Bell Brock, age 74, passed away on February 12, 2025. She was a native of Fort Campbell, Kentucky and a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Pat retired after many years of service with the Louisiana Department of Insurance. 

Survived by her husband, Donald Brock; daughter, Kelly Accardo; grandson, Ian McCoy; siblings, Judy Bell and Rodney Bell. 

Preceded in death by...

William Norwood Hood

William Norwood Hood

Feb 12, 2025

A ceremony celebrating the life of William Norwood Hood will be held on Saturday February 15, 2025, at Lighthouse Pentecostal Church visitation will begin at 9:00 am until the time of the service at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at the church cemetery.

Norwood was born on May 28, 1948, in Denham Springs and departed from this life on Wednesday February...

Maurice Andrew Saale, Jr.

Maurice Andrew Saale, Jr.

Feb 11, 2025

Maurice Andrew Saale, Jr., passed away on February 11, 2025, at the age of 77. He was a resident of Geismar, LA. He survived by children Meredith Butler (Jason) and Andrew Saale, III (Loren), and grandchild, Ella Butler, brother Mark Saale (Joanne). He is preceded in death by his parents Maurice and Mary Saale, and daughter Melissa Saale. No services...

Darla Jean Mickelborough

Darla Jean Mickelborough

Feb 11, 2025

On Tuesday evening, February 11, 2025, Darla Jean (Myers) Mickelborough, 62, of Prairieville, moved to her Heavenly home. She had an unwavering love for her Savior, Jesus Christ, and cherished God’s Word and her family. We are certain that Darla, having completed her race and found herself in the presence of the Lord whom she faithfully served, experienced an overwhelming...

Margaret Murset Wallace

Margaret Murset Wallace

Feb 9, 2025

Margaret Murset Wallace, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, died at home on February 9, 2025. She was born in Brooklyn, New York. She married and moved to Baton Rouge. Her husband of 46 years, James Dean Wallace, Jr. preceded her in death.

 Survived by her three children, James Dean Wallace (Susan), Nancy Wallace Bales and Kathleen Wallace Fitzgerald (Darryl), along...

James R Furlow

James R Furlow

Feb 9, 2025

We regretfully announce the passing of James Ronald Furlow, more affectionately known as “Pops” to those of us who loved him so much. He was born in Quentin, Mississippi on October 30, 1942, to Robert and Cleo Furlow. He was their 3rd son. Bob and Paul (Buddy) were his older brothers, and he later would become an older brother to...

Gary Allan Calmes

Gary Allan Calmes

Feb 8, 2025

A ceremony celebrating the life of Gary A. Calmes will be held on Tuesday February 18, 2025, at Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, Hammond a gathering will begin at 9:30 am until time of service at 10:00 am.

Gary was born on February 24, 1965, in Hammond and rested from this life on February 8, 2025, at the age...

Lawrence "Larry" Miles Rowland

Lawrence "Larry" Miles Rowland

Feb 7, 2025

Lawrence "Larry" Miles Rowland, Jr., age 60, of Prairieville, LA, passed away on February 7, 2025, at the Baton Rouge General Butterfly Wing in Baton Rouge, LA. For the past several months, he has been a resident of River Oaks Nursing Home.

Larry was born on August 4, 1964, in El Dorado, AR, to Lawrence Rowland, Sr. and Glenna Rowland. He...

Andy Joseph Breaux

Andy Joseph Breaux

Feb 7, 2025

Andy Joseph Breaux, 58, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, kindness, and cherished memories. 

He was preceded in death by his father Paul James Breaux, and sister Loretta Breaux. He was a devoted husband to Sarah Myers Breaux and is survived by his loving mother, Betty Breaux; sister, Carolyn Ronquille; and brother, Paul Breaux. He also leaves behind...

Jude Joseph Sigur

Jude Joseph Sigur

Feb 7, 2025

Jude “Rude Jude” “Fuzzy PawPaw” Sigur - The river is literally a little less bright without his presence.

 Preceded in death by his father, Patrick Sigur, Sr., he is survived by his son, Eric (Savannah) Sigur; daughters, Dani (Michael) Gaspard and Aundraya Keller; mother, Carol Sigur; brothers, Patrick (Karen) and Jon (Wyn) Sigur; sisters, Christine and Angelle (Craig); former wife, Julia...

Joseph Marcus Wampler Jr.

Joseph Marcus Wampler Jr.

Feb 6, 2025

Joseph Marcus Wampler Junior of Scurry, Texas passed away February 6, 2025 at 57 years of age in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Joseph, who also went by “Joey” and “Marcus”, was born October 23, 1967 to Joseph Marcus Wampler Senior and Hilda Irene Bushey Wampler in Kaufman County, Texas.

 He grew up in Scurry, Texas and carried with him a fondness for...

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