OBITUARIES

Edwin McNeil Harvison, 78, of Zachary, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family at the Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet on Saturday, November 26, 2022. He was a retired instrument technician with Georgia Gulf and lived in the mountains of Tennessee for much of the last twenty years after retiring. Eddie loved the Lord and was a faithful...

Alisha Ann Radford, born in Lake Charles, LA and resident of Monroe, LA, born on August 30, 1977, and passed away on December 1, 2022, at the age of 45.  Alisha attended A.M. Barbe high school in Lake Charles and Baton Rouge Community College. She worked at Acadiana Care and Our Lady of the Lake Hospital.  She will be remembered...

Troy K. “Koto” Gerald, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Maurepas, passed away at his home peacefully on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at the age of 70. Koto had many joys in life including time spent visiting and cooking for his family and friends. As well as hunting, fishing, and gardening. Koto is survived by his loving wife,...

On Saturday, December 3, 2022, Judy Kay Carmena Cefalu left this earth to be with her baby boy, Dusty Cefalu; her mother, Edna Eppinett Carmena; and her father, Wilton “Boots” Carmena, brother Jerry Carmena, and sister Darlene McMichael who preceded her in death. A seamstress by trade, Judy loved to crochet and craft. She is survived by her sons, Darren...

John Robert Breaux, Sr. born on December 8, 1945 in Crowley, LA, passed away on November 28, 2022 at the age of 76. He was a resident of St. Amant, LA and member of the Local 198. John proudly served in the US Navy and was a Vietnam Veteran. He was a welder by trade and worked all over the...

After a long lengthy battle with lung disease, it is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Earl William Hansen of Harvey, Louisiana on Saturday, December 3, 2022. Earl is preceded in death by his parents, Earl Hansen and  Irma Ruth Hansen; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.William F Harvey Sr.; sisters, Leslie Rose Ashenfelter (Commander U.S.N.)...

Teresa Roberts was born 06/22/1958 in Centreville, MS and passed away on 12/02/2022 at her home in Hammond, LA.  She was 64 and a certified EMT.  She was the first female EMT in the country to work as a medic for the BSA.   Teresa loved and owned many cats during her life.  She is survived by her longtime friend who...

Tammy Gros sadly passed away on November 27, 2022 at the age of 60 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was a beautiful person who spread joy and happiness, and lit up the room with her presence wherever she went. She will be greatly missed. She was predeceased by her Mother, Dater Dollinger Gros; Father, Leroy Joseph Gros; and Brother, Ken...

Francis Mark Prine, 60, of St Amant passed away on November 30, 2022 at his home.Mr.Prine enjoyed working on cars, fishing, and camping. He was a loving father, grandfather, uncle and great uncleHe was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Dottie Prine; his brother, Joey Prine; and his sister, Cindy Chauvin .He is survived by his daughter Katelyn...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Henry Bennett Jr, will be held at 2 pm on Sunday December 18, 2022, at The Chapel Baton Rouge.Henry was born in White Castle, LA on October 25, 1950, and departed from this life on November 29, 2022, in Baton Rouge.He enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially gardening or doing lawn work. He was an...

Mark Fujii – “Fujii” passed away Sunday, November 27th, 2022. He was a beloved father, husband, son, brother, and friend who pioneered his own way with Wicked Custom Fab where he was a master mechanic and mentor to many.Fujii was born September 1st, 1982 in Oahu, Hawaii, and recently celebrated his 40th birthday. He served in the navy, then moved...

Robert “Big O” Millien was born on March 28, 1959 and died peacefully in his sleep at home, surrounded by friends and loved ones on November 26, 2022. Robert is survived by his mother, Barbara Capello, Brother John Millien, Half-sister Terri Sonnier (Parrish) & Step-sister Darlene Schexnayder (Kenneth), nephews Jeremy & Chase Millien, Jacob Sonnier, nieces Erica Childress, Erin &...

Norman Hendry Bunky Simmons, Jr., a native of Bogalusa, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2022. He was a kind, gracious, hard-working man who loved God, his family, his church, his friends, and his country. He was a proud member of the Navy from 1955 to 1963. Bunky was a member of...

Nancy Lee Debenport was born June 26, 1948 to William Broadbent and Theresa Carpenter, and passed on November 28, 2022 from heart complications. She is preceded in death by her son Steven Micheal Debenport. She is survived by her husband Parker Debenport, whom she met July 3, 1967 at a dance hall on Newport Jazz Festival weekend (but neither one...

Gerald Causey Robertson passed away peacefully at Our Lady of the Lake hospital on November 28, 2022. He was born on November 19, 1939 in Springville, LA to Herman and Ida Robertson.He graduated from Springfield High School, and entered into the United States Marine Corps in April of 1957. He served his country proudly. He retired from Paxon and Exxon...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Fairlean Cupples will be held on Wednesday at 6 pm, at First United Pentecostal Church Denham Springs, visitation will begin at 4 pm. Graveside service will be held on Thursday at 1 pm, at Mount Nebo Cemetery Downsville.Mrs. Cupples was born on November 28, 1931, in Jena, LA and departed from this life on...

Nicholas Roppolo was born in Baton Rouge, LA on January 19th, 1985 and passed away on November 19th, 2022. Nicholas enjoyed fishing, being with friends, and spending time with his girls. He is preceded in death by his grandparents; Feltus Mayers, Sam Roppolo and Evelyn Roppolo.Nicholas is survived by his parents Lea and Stephen Roppolo; brother Bradley Roppolo; two daughters...

Mildred Lester Alexander was born January 16, 1929, the second of ten children born to Willie Lester and Gladys Walker Lester, and passed from this life November 21, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-five years, Lee Royce Alexander. She is survived by her son Kelvin Alexander; son Mark Alexander and his wife, Judy; and their...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Charles C. Tabler Jr. will be held on Saturday November 26, 2022, at 2:00 pm, at Church at Addis, 6781 LA Hwy 1 South, Addis, visitation will begin at 10:00 am.Charles gained his angel wings at Heritage Manor in Houma, LA at 11:15 am on November 22, 2022, at the age of 87 years....

Johnny Boy Argus, also known as “Red”, 62, left this earth on November 19, 2022. He was born in Pineville, LA and lived most of his life in New Orleans, LA. He recently resided in Livingston, LA for the past 4 years. He was born on May 31, 1960. Johnny loved anything outdoors. Hunting, fishing, etc..He was preceded in death...