OBITUARIES

Dale Joseph Schexnayder, age 72, was born on November 13, 1948. He was a resident of Sorrento, Louisiana. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 22, 2021 at St. Joseph Hospice, The Carpenter House surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Brady Schexnayder; and their children, Blair (Shea) Schexnayder, Dana (Phillip) Mitchell, Dawn (Jeremy) Keller; grandchildren,...

Wayne Conley Guidry passed away, surrounded by family, on June 21, 2021 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge. Wayne was born on March 10, 1944 and grew up in Grand Isle, Louisiana. He graduated Tulane Law School. He met his wife of 49 years, Marsha “Pepper” Guidry and was married 6 weeks later in 1972.He was...

Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live John 11:25 Doris Mullins Johnson of Bremond, Texas passed away peacefully on June 18, 2021 at the age of 78 years old. She was born to James R. and Pearlie Mullins on March 20, 1943. She...

David Allen Long, 66, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2021. A native of Baton Rouge, LA, he was a beloved “Gramps”, father, son, brother, and friend. He is the son of William “Buck” and Billie Long. He spent his career working as a Steel Detailer for Four Star, Inc. While he spent most of his life in Baton Rouge,...

Retired from St. Amant Primary Cafeteria, she died at10:00 p.m., Sunday, June 20, 2021 at her residence in Acy. She was 87, born July 12, 1933, in Acy. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, as well as a homemaker. Effie was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family and friends. Over the...

A dearly loved father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on Friday, June 18, 2021 at Pointe Coupee General Hospital. He was born on September 18, 1956 and was 64 years of age. He was a resident of Livonia, La and was employed by Reliable Production Services.  He served in the Louisiana National Guard, was an avid hunter and enjoyed...

Brenda Kay Whittenberg, 64, of Baton Rouge, La., passed away peacefully after an extended illness, on June 16, 2021. She was born on July 31, 1956 to Billy Gene and Carrie Ann Whittenberg of Aldrich Missouri. Brenda is survived by sisters Karon June Buras of Picayune, Ms. And Kathleen Ann Melilli of Lake Charles, La. Brenda had retired after working...

Dana Lynn Sharp was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 14th, 2021 at the age of 50. Visitation will begin on Thursday, June 17th from 6 PM – 8 PM at Bethel Tabernacle 11801 LA Hwy 449 in Greensburg, LA. Visitation will continue the following morning, Friday, June 18th at 9 AM at First Pentecostal Church,...

Walter Trowbridge Weller, Jr. passed away peacefully on Friday, June 11, 2021 at the age of 93. Born in Wakefield, LA on Sept. 29, 1927, the elder son of Walter and Mildred Weller. Walter served in the US Navy in WWII, after which he graduated from LSU with a BS in Electrical Engineering. A Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from...

Terry Lee Henry, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of St Amant, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021, at the age of 69.  Terry was a kind and generous person, who always was willing to help his family and friends.  He was a retired truck driver which was his career for most of his life. Terry is survived...

Memorial services will be held at a later date for Courtney Leigh Shields, age 32, who went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 11, 2021. She was a native of Weirton, WVA and has lived in Livingston Parish for the past 13 years.. Courtney was a waitress and enjoyed living life, sharing good times with her five...

Debra Funk Cutrer of St. Amant, Louisiana, passed away on June 12, 2021, peacefully in her sleep. No formal services will be held. Deb was born in DeRidder, Louisiana on October 19, 1962. She graduated from DeRidder High School. She was both social and introverted; loved a good party but also enjoyed staying home, which she and Mike made into...

Dianne Bunch Stafford, a resident of Walker, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on June 15, 2021, in her home surrounded by her family.  She was born on December 10, 1939, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  She was a faithful member of Revival Temple Church in Walker.  She deeply loved her family, friends, and church family, and was greatly loved...

Jerry Fickinger, 43, of Baton Rouge, LA passed away Tuesday March, 30 at his residence. He was born to Jerry Lee Fickinger Sr. and Lucille B. Fickinger in Belleville, IL on May 8, 1977.Jerry was a fun loving father, brother, and uncle. Jerry loved the water. He was like a fish out of water. Jerry served in the Navy, National...

Claude Daniel Brewer was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Hammond, LA. He was called to be with the Lord on May 7, 2021 at the age of 58 years. He is survived by his daughter Kristin Brewer, son Michael Brewer Sr, granddaughter Taylor Brewer, and grandson Zander Delaney. He is preceded in death by his father...

Rebecca “Becky” Marie (Neck) Mixon Parr, 82, passed away from cancer on June 6, 2021 surrounded by family. Born on May 7, 1939 in Marksville to the late Louis Sr. and Rena (Duet) Neck, Becky grew up in Baton Rouge and later moved to Gonzales, LA where she lived for over 40 years. She worked many years at local plants...

David Glen Roddy, Sr. of Joplin, Missouri passed away on Thursday, June 10, 2021, at the age of 69. After battling terminal illness and several months of declining health, David died peacefully at home in Satsuma, Louisiana with his family by his side. He was a much-loved grandfather, daddy, brother, co-worker and friend that will be greatly missed. David was...

Thomas Paul Webre, loving husband and brother, died on the 8th of May, 2021. Tom was born in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana on December 25, 1948. He attended Breaux Bridge High School and graduated from the University of Southwestern Louisiana. Tom served in the US Navy, including a tour aboard the USS Enterprise, and was a veteran of the Vietnam War....

Gregg Henry Horne, Jr., 38, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. He was born in New Orleans on March 14, 1983. He resided in Walker, LA for the last 20 years. Everyone who knew him loved his laugh and playful nature. He had the biggest heart and loved his family. Gregg was preceded in death by his...

Dana Elizabeth Guedry “Hurd”  A resident of Gonzales La. She passed away at her home on May 31, 2021. She was 58 years old. She was a kind, loving caring and a mother figure to most. She had a wonderful personality. Very outspoken and outgoing person. That was loved by many. She befriended anyone she met. She was preceded by...