OBITUARIES

Chester Clarence Kloss, Jr. “Bucky” passed away on October 27, 2020 at the age of 61. He was born on December 17, 1958.  Chester was a 1976 graduate of Istrouma High School and a life-long resident of Baton Rouge. He was employed for many years with the National Food Store chain and also worked for Albertsons and Sunbeam.  He was...

Stella Coco Rovira, age 84, from Marksville, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2020.  Survived by her five children: Kyle Rovira, Josette Smalling, Gregory Rovira, Rachel Sayes, and Matthew Rovira.   Her grandchildren: Jake Rovira, Marissa Rovira, Nick Rovira, Nathaniel Rovira, Casey McNabb, Lauren Hennessy, Hunter Sayes, Brunson Sayes, Hanna Rovira, and Reese Rovira.  Her great grandchildren: Catherine Costello, Ella Costello,...

Stella Coco Rovira, age 84, from Marksville, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2020.  Survived by her five children: Kyle Rovira, Josette Smalling, Gregory Rovira, Rachel Sayes, and Matthew Rovira.   Her grandchildren: Jake Rovira, Marissa Rovira, Nick Rovira, Nathaniel Rovira, Casey McNabb, Lauren Hennessy, Hunter Sayes, Brunson Sayes, Hanna Rovira, and Reese Rovira.  Her great grandchildren: Catherine Costello, Ella Costello,...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Mary Lyn Milton will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday at Lake Martin Baptist Church; visitation will begin at 12 noon. Interment will follow at Felders Cemetery. “Lil Mary” was born in Baton Rouge on February 24, 1988 and passed from this life on Friday October 30, 2020 at The Crossing of Clarity...

Mary Marie Jordan was born on September 13, 1948 in Monroe, LA and passed from this life on Wednesday October 28, 2020 at the age of 72 years, at her home surrounded by love ones. She was a resident of St. Amant and retired Bank Teller after 35 years. She is preceded in death by her parents Lucille Crain, Samuel...

David N. Sullivan, 53 went to his eternal home on October 27, 2020. He is survived by his mother, Kathy Lockhart; step-mom, Karen Sullivan; brothers, Charles Sullivan and Jonathan Sims; sister, Deseree’ Phillips; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Kent Sullivan; sister, Romona Sims; grandparents, Kay Chambers and Charles and Clarice Sullivan. A memorial gathering...

Ernest Ray Alford II, a native of Zachary and resident of Baker, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at the age of 54. He worked in construction, loved cars of all kinds, and loved to build things.He was preceded in death by: his paternal grandparents – William and Annie Alford; his maternal grandparents – Henry Allen Johnson and Elsie...

A native of Dayton, OH, she passed away on October 26, 2020 at the age of 81. Arrangements are pending with Church Funeral Services of Baton Rouge.

Michael Richard Reddicks was born on December 17, 1948 and departed from this life on October 24, 2020 at his home in Sunshine, LA.He served with the United States Air Force for almost 8 years.He is preceded in death by his wife Tina; parents Richard and Marjorie Reddicks.Survivors include his children Michael Jay (Kim); Brandon (Sabrina)Brittany Coody (Jared); siblings Alan,...

Corey Edmond “My Curry” GrimesCorey Grimes, 46, was born July 31, 1974 at Charity Hospital in New Orleans, LA. He began his early education at Paul B. Haban Elementary and then All Saints School, where he served as an altar boy for several years. He then went on to Archbishop Shaw High School and O Perry Walker High School, and...

Vernon Henry “Rex” Decossas, Jr., 80, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at the Crossing at Clarity Hospice. He was born on October 7, 1939 on his grandmother’s couch. He was the oldest of 10 children.Upon graduation from Alcee Fortier High School in New Orleans, he volunteered...

Joyce Mae Hood was born on August 14, 1936 in Ascension Parish and departed from this life on October 24, 2020 at Baton Rouge General Medical Center Bluebonnet Campus at the age of 84 years.She was a homemaker and a resident of the Galvez area; she enjoyed playing bingo, traveling and especially time spent with her family. She was a...

Ernest Ray Alford, II, a native of Zachary, LA he passed away October 21, 2020 at the age of 54. Arrangements are pending at Church Funeral Services. (225) 644-9683In lieu of flowers, the family of Ernest Alford’s asks that you consider a donation to defray the cost of funeral expenses. Contributions of any amount are appreciated. Please continue keeping Ernest...

Patricia (Pat) Godfrey passed away peacefully on October 7, 2020, surrounded by her family.  She was 81 years old.  Pat was born on September 12, 1939 in Baton Rouge, LA to her parents James Robert Godfrey and Nell Brabham Godfrey.  She attended Newcomb College, Louisiana State University, and Tulane University graduating with a Masters of Social Work.  Pat lived in...

Elton Louis Lebeau Jr was born on March 6, 1958 in Gonzales and passed from this life on Monday October 19, 2020 at Our Lady of the Regional Medical Center at the age of 62 years.He was a resident of Gonzales, and retired Superintendent with Ormet Corporation.Elton lived each day with a smile and a joke. He kept everyone laughing...

“Coach” Lowe Irvine a native of San Antonio, TX and resident of Baton Rouge passed away on October 6, 2020 at the age of 81. He was a teacher and football coach most of his career. He taught and coached at Irving High, John Ehret, East St. John Catholic High among other schools and Athletic Director at Jefferson Parish School...

A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of JoAnn Basile will be at 11:00 am on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Whitehall; wake begins at 10:30 am (masks required). Interment at Whitehall Community Cemetery.JoAnn was born on January 5, 1948 and departed from this life on Sunday October 18, 2020 at Richard Murphy Hospice...

David Earl Starkey passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020 at his home in Pumpkin Center at the age of 69. He was retired from Carpenter’s Local #1846 out of New Orleans. Visitation will be held Thursday, October 22, 2020 at Oak Meadows Cemetery, 42184 Oscar Starkey Lane, Hammond, LA 70403 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Burial will follow in...

It pains me to say this but, apparently, I have passed away.  Not part of the big plan but, once again, I did not get my way. To my daughter and anyone else that I warned about coming back to haunt them, now is a good time to start sleeping with one eye open.  The good news is, I no...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Larry B. James are currently pending.Larry was born on August 23, 1941 in Fannin County, Texas and passed from this life on Wednesday October 14, 2020 at his home.He was E4 Petty Officer Third Class with the U S Coast Guard. He loved chocolate, fishing, and especially spending time with his grandchildren. He was...