OBITUARIES

Don McCarrol, a project manager and life-long resident of Bayou Barbary, Louisiana, peacefully passed away after a long battle on February 1, 2021 at the age of 62 surrounded by family.Don was born in Gonzales, Louisiana on November 13, 1958. He graduated from the College of Engineering at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge in 2001 with a degree in...

John Edward Williams, Sr., 94, a native of Grosse Tete, LA and resident of Erwinville, LA, passed away on January 22, 2021. He was an automotive mechanic who was interested in electronics, radio broadcast and astronomy. He proudly served in the United States Navy during WWII.He was preceded in death by: wife Charlotte; his parents, Lillian and Eugene; and daughter...

Gene Deshotels, 80, a native and resident of Washington, LA passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021. The loss of his gentle presence will be felt by many. Gene loved his family uncondionally and showed them in his own quiet way. His passtime was raising and training beagles and he loved the many people he became friends with by doing...

Mass of Christian Burial for will be 11 am on Wednesday February 3, 2021 at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, St Amant; interment will follow in the church cemetery.Jayson was born on March 27, 2016 and departed from this life on Thursday January 28, 2021 at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital Baton Rouge at the...

Deborah Renee Edwards, born in Alexandria, LA and resident of Baton Rouge, LA passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at the age of 58. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family and friends. Deborah is survived by her daughters, Cristy McMurray and Brandy Rector; father, Floyd Wavel Edwards; brothers, Floyd Wavel Edwards, Jr., Jeffery Clint Edwards, Brett...

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you” Matthew 6:33 In loving memory of Dorothy Thompson Naul who was called upon by our Father on Monday, January 18, 2021, at the age of 91 following a hard-fought battle with pneumonia due to Covid-19. Dorothy was a loving Wife,...

Janet Templet Loupe born May 1, 1972 in Baton Rouge, LA passed January 26, 2021 at the age of 48. She was a resident of Gonzales, LA and an employee of Cabelas in Gonzales. She attended Faith Academy in her school years. Her greatest joy was her children and grandchildren.She is survived by her husband Robert Loupe, parents Ronald and...

Robert Lincoln “Bob” Kennedy, 83, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, December 22, 2020.  Bob was a talented wood carver and enjoyed sharing his work with his family and friends.  He graduated from Baton Rouge High and attended LSU.  He loved cooking anything on the grill or smoker, was an avid football and baseball fan, and enjoyed spending...

Rita Loup Major, 98, a near-life-long resident of New Roads, passed away at her retirement home in Baton Rouge on January 23, 2021. She was a graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy in New Roads in 1939 and Louisiana State University in 1943. She married Joseph “Oliver” Major in 1944, and they went on to build their life and raise their...

Kaly Gordon went home 1/24/21. She leaves behind daughters Virginia(John) Hooper , Melena (Byron) Landry, Jody Gordon, son Stuart (Stacey) Lirette, brothers Aubert and Ray Coffman, seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. She reached many others with love and selflessness creating a list of others who adopted her as their own. A memorial service will be held at a later...

Kathleen Blank Core, 76, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, January 21, 2021 and is now in heaven with her Heavenly Father. Born in Madisonville to Charles Louis Blank, Sr. and Ruth Morgan Blank on January 7, 1945. She always strived to display the Fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control)...

Freda Williams Bird passed away Monday, January 25, 2021 in Walker at the age of 87.A Graveside Service will be held at Walker Baptist Church Cemetery at 11:00 AM Thursday, January 28, 2021 conducted by Rev. Mike Cotton.She is survived by her sister, Hazel Williams Galloway; brother, Elmon Williams and numerous nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her...

“So, with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.”Meagan was born on March 30, 1989 and went home to be with the Lord on January 21, 2021 at her home in Sunshine.  Meagan was a native of Denham Springs and a resident...

Our hearts will be blessed with the Sound of Music and we’ll sing once more”A Mass of Christian Burial Celebrating the life of Faith Berdon Kennedy will be held at 11 am on Friday, January 29th at St John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Interment will be at Prairieville Community Cemetery, with Fr. Jerry Martin officiating.Faith passed away peacefully on Sunday;...

Heidi Jennifer Nuss Morice – PhD, LCSWMother, Wife, Sister, Daughter, Philanthropist, Humanitarian, Comedian – May 17, 1974 – January 18, 2021Heidi Nuss passed away on January 18, 2021 after her courageous and undaunted battle with cancer. She joins her two dogs Hero and Pippi to eternally play upon Heaven’s shimmering shores.Heidi is survived by her best friend, soulmate and husband,...

Christopher Micheal Gabilondo was born on June 6, 1983 in Baton Rouge and passed from this life on Monday evening January 4, 2021 at Baton Rouge General Medical Center Bluebonnet Campus results of a pedestrian accident. He was a resident of Baton Rouge. He is survived by his wife Regina Caminta Gabilondo, parents Dan and Holly Gabilondo, children Kelsie, Corynn...

Thelma Rose “Boots” Davis Johnson, age 86, was born in Saginaw, MI on August 10, 1934 and went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 22, 2021 at her residence in Denham Springs, LA. She was the Owner and Operator of the Diamond J. Feed Store for ten years. She was a member of the Livingston Parish Drill...

A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Solomon P. Templet Jr., will be 11 am Thursday January 21, 2021 at St. Mark Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Cornerview Cemetery.Mr. Templet was born on September 23, 1948 in Gonzales and passed from this life on January 17, 2021 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center at...

Clark Beauvais Bergeron passed on January 11, 2021 at the age of 35 at Our Lady of the Lake Ascension. Clark was born in Thibodaux, LA and was a resident of St. Amant, LA. In his life, he worked in several fields, such as, carpentry, construction, and sales. At an early age, he held a black belt in Taekwondo. He...

Anthony “Troy” DeAngelo was born on May 1, 1973 in Baton Rouge, LA and passed from this life on Monday January 18, 2021 at his residence in Geismar, LA at the age of 47 years.Troy was married to the love of his life Emily Jacobs DeAngelo. He is survived by his 3 beautiful daughters Tailer Jarreau (Tyler), Micahlyn “Mikki” and...