OBITUARIES

Richard L. Luther, Jr, (RL, Dick) age 100 years plus 6 days, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, January 18, 2023, with his family by his side.  He was born in Wheeling, LA to Richard Lee Luther, Sr, and Minnie Kieffer.  Until his death, he was counted as one of the last few remaining Winn Parish (LA) born...

A gathering celebrating the life of Ellis “Butch” Smiley will be held on Thursday January 26, 2023, at Port Vincent Community Center 4 pm until 6 pm.Butch was born in Baton Rouge on July 25, 1967, and departed from this life on Wednesday January 18, 2023, at the home of his sister and brother-in-law, where he had lived for the...

On January 12th 2023, we sadly lost Mayola Ross of Baton Rouge at the age of 82.  She loved being outdoors, volunteering at the prison ministry, thrifting, and attending church. She enjoyed going to the creek to gather rocks, go fishing, and look for driftwood. She also enjoyed hiking and camping. The love for her grandkids and family was unconditional....

Gladys Arline Miley Basso, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center, Baton Rouge. She was the daughter of Gladys Benton Miley and John Miley.She enjoyed playing the piano for Southside Baptist Church in Denham Springs for over 50 years where she was a member. She...

Died Friday, January 13, 2023, in Gonzales. She was 81, a native and resident of Sorrento. She is survived by two sons, Michael and Rick Clouatre Grandchildren, Danielle Clouatre-Cantrelle, Laci Stephens, Cody Clouatre, Katelyn (Miles), Blake and Rylie Clouatre, 7 Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents Byron and Pearlie LeBlanc, Husband John Wayne Marchand and first husband Edward Clouatre,...

Patricia White Wilder was born in Baton Rouge, La on March 18, 1948, and departed this life on Friday January 13, 2023 at the age of 74.Pat is now dancing on Streets of Gold with her mom and dad, Roy and Margie Lee White; granddaughter, Keri Lynn and Brother-in- Law, Frank Polozola.She is survived by her loving husband and best...

Bridget Morin Roddy, a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and dear friend, passed away on January 16, 2023 at the age of 62. She was surrounded by her close family and friends as she peacefully said her final farewells. Bridget was born on July 17, 1960, to Jimmy and Ruby Morin, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and resided in...

On Monday January 9, 2023, our beloved mother, Victoria (Vickie) S. Guitreau Jackson, passed away. She was sixty-nine and a resident of St. Amant, Louisiana. Born to Llyod and Christine Morgan Guitreau on January 30, 1953 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Vickie was raised in the service of the Lord and had unwavering faith in his everlasting love and grace. In...

Christopher “Leon” Norris was born on July 17th, 1980 in Hattiesburg, MS and entered eternal life on January 9th, 2023 at the age of 42 in Hammond, LA.He was preceded in death by his father Clytice “CW” Norris III and niece Payton Wiley, maternal grandparents Dorothy and Don Strickland.He was survived by his mother Dorothy Norris, his brothers CW Norris...

Gary Joseph Persac, 57, peacefully passed away on January 10, 2023. Gary was a dedicated truck driver for 22 years.He is survived by his wife Barbara Persac, his three sons Shaun Persac (Heather), Johnathan Persac (Mary), Shane Persac (Chelsie), his father Sidney “SJ” Persac, and his brother Perry Persac (Jill). As well as 9 grandchildren: Karsen, Kenleigh, Aubree, Landrie, Brayden,...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Peggy Lee Hester will be held on Thursday January 12, 2023, at 2:00 pm, at Grays Creek Baptist Church, visitation will begin at 12 noon until the time of the service. Interment will follow at Felder’s Cemetery.Mrs. Hester was born in Tylertown, MS on February 17, 1955, and departed from this life on Tuesday...

Mary Susan Chauvin LaCroix, 78, of French Settlement, LA passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023.Memorial Services will be held 11:00am to 3:00pm Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Wholly Ground, 27988 Walker South Rd, Walker, LA.Mary was born in Union, LA and a longtime resident of Prairieville, LA. She spent the last five years of her life in French settlement,...

Jimmie Maurice Hebert, 84, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Friday, January 6, 2023. He was a native and resident of St. Amant. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp in his younger years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and working in his sheds. He was preceded in death by...

On Monday, January 9, 2023, Michael James Ikerd passed away at the age of 57. He is preceded in death by his father, Jerry O’Neal Ikerd, his uncles James Ikerd and Hubert Talley, and his aunt Jean Talley. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Melissa Gregory Ikerd, and his two sons, James Michael Ikerd and Justin Michael...

Donovana (Agnes Ann )Dyer sadly passed away on 12/10/2022. She was a beautiful person who spread joy and happiness wherever she went.She will be sorely missed. She died at age 25. She left behind her loving sons, brothers, sisters, stepmom, and dad and a host of cousins, uncles and aunties.There will be a private ceremony to spread Donovana’s ashes with...

A ceremony celebrating the life of John Alton Boothe Sr., will be held on Friday January 13, 2023, at First United Pentecostal Church Denham Springs, with visitation beginning at 4 pm until time of the funeral service at 7 pm. Graveside service will be held on Saturday at Ellis Boothe Cemetery, Harrisonburg.Mr. Boothe was born on January 8, 1939, and...

James Luke Curtis was born on September 9, 1984 in Baton Rouge Louisiana.  He was a graduate of Walker High School and a member of Walker Pentecostal Church.  He loved his family, fishing and crawfish etoufe’. Luke is preceded in death by paternal grandparents Bonnie and Donald Curtis and maternal grandparents Ann and Jack Chambliss.  He is survived by his...

Lauren Taylor Rusling, age 32, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2022 at her home. Lauren was able to achieve her dream job to work as an actress at The 13th Gates, where she worked for many years. Lauren lived for “Gate Season” and the chance to joke and have fun with her coworkers who became extended family. Lauren was...

Penny Marie Chenevert Bourgeois Began her earthly journey April 29, 1967 & went to her eternal glory December 29, 2022. She is preceded in death by her birth mother, Betty Prejean; foster parents, Leeroy & Patricia Remondet; sisters, Barbara Gros and BettyAnn Champagne; daughter, Rachel Bourgeois, and grandson, Devin Cambre. Penny is survived by her children, Kristy Bourgeois (Nick Gaudet),...

Vernon Joseph Haik, Jr. passed away from natural causes on December 24, 2022, in Franklinton, Louisiana at the age of sixty.  Vernon was born to Vernon Joseph Haik, Sr. and Marie Louise Amore in Edgard, Louisiana. Vernon has been a lifelong resident of Louisiana, growing up in Metairie, where he met and married Robin Twickler in March of 1999.  The...