OBITUARIES

Carl “Houston” Wilcox, native of Irvington, AL and resident of St. Amant, LA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, May 7, 2022, at the age of 59. Houston enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, fishing, caring for and racing horses.  He had a fulfilling career as an Iron worker/Rigger in construction for many years. Houston...

Lois Ann Crochet was born in New Orleans, LA, on December 1, 1955, and departed from this life on Tuesday May 3, 2022, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge.Funeral arrangements are pendingComplete obituary will be posted soon.

Edwin Joseph Pezant passed away on Wednesday May 4, 2022, at the age of 83. He was born in Sorrento, Louisiana to David Dewitt Pezant and Lucille Lambert Pezant. He was a pharmacist by trade who owned and operated Sorrento Pharmacy in Sorrento, LA as well as serving in the Air Force as a pharmacist. He enjoyed drag racing, hunting,...

Alan Gerard Roberts passed away at Gonzales Health Center in Gonzales on May 6, 2022. He was 65. Alan’s wishes are to be cremated and remains to be scattered in the river. No services will be held. Surviving wife is Debbie Roberts; dog: Lexus and children are Jessy Roberts and his wife, Ashley and Erica Roberts and her significant other,...

James Wayne (J Wayne) Carroll, born August 18, 1961, left his earthly home on May 1, 2022 to be with his Lord and Savior.He was a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Walker. He was a 1980 graduate of Tara High School and a member of Victory Baptist Church in Walker. He enjoyed attending other services in person...

Born Darla Wadine Ficklin on June 27, 1957, was called to her heavenly home on May 4, 2022, surrounded by her loved ones. Darla loved to crochet, play dominos with family, delighted in a great mystery, appreciated the challenge of a difficult puzzle and loved snuggling with her dog, Gracie. She was always ready for an adventure and never hesitated...

Michael “Mike” Paul Bardwell, resident of Prairieville, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at the age of 53. Mike proudly served in the National Guard. He acquired his Master’s in Computer Science and had a long, successful career in Technology. Mike enjoyed his time spent with his family and friends, traveling, and camping. Left to cherish his memory is...

August 7, 1974 – April 28, 2022Born and raised in St. Bernard and long-time resident of Ascension parish passed away on April 28, 2022. She was the daughter of Ramona and Eugene Hebert. She leaves a legacy with five children: Matthew Pitre, Katie Kapp, Carl Lessard Jr., Trent Lessard, and Nathaniel Lessard. She also had five grandchildren: Khloee’ Kay Bayard,...

Duane Anthony Aydell, born on July 11, 1971, a resident of Maurepas, LA, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2022, at the age of 50. Duane loved family time cooking and doing yard work. He was a retired licensed electrician and enjoyed doing carpentry work. He is survived by his life partner, Carol Duplessis Dixon; children, Brittany D. Barney (CC Reine)...

My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. (John 10:27, 28)It is with great sadness that the family of Alicia Anne Bailey announce her passing on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at the age of 34....

Patricia Ann Thibodeaux Billiot, age 76, passed away on Friday April 29th, 2022 at 12:45 am. She was a resident of Pierre Part, and native of St. Amant a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, hairstylist and artist. She is survived by her husband Tony A Billiot, Sr., sons Tony Billiot, Jr. and Michael Billiot, and daughter Tina Billiot-Rogers,...

Brett A. Morin, a native of St. Amant, LA went to his heavenly home on April 27, 2022 at the age of 58. He is survived by his children, siblings, Becky Hayes (Michael), Bridget Roddy (Ted), James “Bud” Morin Jr. (Lisa), and numerous nieces and nephews. Brett is preceded in death by parents, James Morin Sr. and Ruby Morin.The family...

It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to a wonderful man, husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, Harlan John Nelson, better known as Harley. He was 69 years old, of St. Amant, Louisiana. He left this world at 6:30am on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. He went peacefully with his loving wife by his side during his last...

Elijah James Palmer was a gift of the most pure and gracious love to all who knew him. Born on April 18th, 2002, Eli was from the very beginning a bright light and the very proof that miracles are real.  Eli went to his eternal home on Saturday, April 23rd at 12:12 P.M. after suffering a brain bleed caused by...

“Well done, good and faithful servant’ Matthew 25:23. Patricia Williams Fletcher (LaMonda), 81, beloved daughter, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, was called to be with her Lord and Savior on April 25, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on November 2,1940, in Independence, Louisiana. She was a member of Parkview Baptist Church. Patricia, fondly referred to...

Doler C. Smith, Jr., a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Pierre Part, LA, died Friday, April 22, 2022 at the age of 78.  He is survived by his wife, Theresa C. Smith; daughter and son in law, Jeanne Smith Stiles and Wade D. Stiles; grandchildren Michael S. Smith, Jordan S. Smith, Nicholas A. Smith and Preston...

Carolyn Ann Matlosz of St. Amant, LA passed away in her sleep on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at the age of 74. She is survived by her devoted husband of 23 years, David Matlosz. Born and raised in Gonzales, LA to Josie and Clarence Babin as one of nine siblings. She was the proud mother to four daughters, Kathy Talazac,...

Joseph James Vassil, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 24, 2022 with his family by his side.He was born and raised in Albany, Louisiana, he was an operator at Southern Natural Gas Company from 1966 until 1992 in Chalmette. Spent two years active duty in the U S Navy and Honorably Discharge after the...

Nicole Francis Gomez McCaffrey (Hano), 47, of Springfield, Louisiana died peacefully at her home on April 23, 2022, surrounded by friends and family.Nicole was born to the late James Russell “Rusty” Gomez and Shirleen Pellegrin Conrad (Bruce) in Houma on October 15, 1974.Nicole is survived by her fiancé Rocky Hano, one daughter, Tayler McCaffrey Fichtelman (Tristan), and one granddaughter, Luna...

Paul Frank Maranto, Jr. passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He fought a valiant battle against cancer for over three years. He was a native and lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, born on December 27, 1952. He was 69 years old.He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Kitty C. Maranto;...