OBITUARIES

Mr. Francis Alan Thigpen, 66, born on May 4, 1955 in Gonzales, LA, lost his short battle with cancer on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at his home in Port Vincent, Louisiana. Francis is the son of the late Louis Edward Thigpen and Mary Ellen Lacobee Thigpen. He was a graduate of Denham Springs High School class of 1973.Francis drove a...

Lois had a full and happy life with enough of everything to get by and a wild sense of humor that made getting by more than enough.  As her body wore out and exhaustion took over, she longed to go home.  Lois explained to the hospice chaplain that there was a big party gathering with her husband, son, mother, sisters,...

Marty Lou Harper, age 65, unexpectedly went to her eternal home Saturday, November 27, 2021 at her home in Denham Springs, LA. She grew up in and graduated from high school in Fortuna, CA before moving to Louisiana in 1980. A loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother who loved time with her grandchildren. She had a heart for helping others....

Chad was born on March 3, 1965 in Amarillo, Texas, son of George and Kay Frosch. This is where he attended school until he was 12. He moved to Terrytown, Louisiana and finished his education. On June 9th 1985 in Marrero, Louisiana he was united in marriage to Diana Billiot. They were blessed to give birth to Jade Holcomb. He...

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith” 2 Timothy 4:7 (KJV).  Kayla Rae Scivicque, a native and resident of Gonzales, passed away November 21, 2021, at the age 37.  Kayla was loved and cherished by many and will be dearly missed. She is survived by her son, Travis “TJ” Richardson; stepdad,...

Adolph “Buck” Louis Jumonville Jr. passed away peacefully with his family by his side on November 27, 2021, in Sorrento, Louisiana, at the age of 82. He was born June, 19, 1939 in Union, Louisiana to the late Louise Trabeau and Adolph Jumonville Sr. He was a resident of Springfield, Louisiana. He enjoyed dancing, listening to country music, and watching...

Born May 24, 1954, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 29, 2021.  “A jack of all trades is master of none, but often times better than a master of one.”  He is preceded in death by his parents Dorothy and Warren Farris and grandson Kyle. He lives behind his six children and their spouses: Gary Jr. and Rita,...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Dwain “Muffin” Dupuis, Sr., will be held at 11 am on Tuesday November 30, 2021, at The Church International, St Amant, visitation at 9:30 am. Interment will follow at New River Baptist Church Cemetery.Mr. Dupuis was born on June 25, 1945, in Port Arthur, Texas and passed from this life on November 23, 2021,...

Barbara B. Boughton passed into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 20, 2021 She was born on April 7, 1939, in Houma, Louisiana.Survivors are Sonya R Turner (Daughter), Ivy M. Turner, Jr (Son-in-Law), Ashley Norris (Grand Daughter), Susan Brandaus (Daughter), Kevin Brandaus (Son-in-Law) and Meghan Brandaus (Grand Daughter). Survived by Carmen Contine (Sister), Janet Alexander...

Born on 19 November 1976 in Lafayette, Louisiana.  Passed away at his home on 20 November 2021 in Gonzales, La. David was a non-active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day-Saints. David was a 1995 graduate of East Ascension High School.  Played many sports in his younger years and was very athletic.  While at EA he played football...

Kathleen Ponville Landry a native of Belle Rose and resident of Prairieville, LA, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at the age of 73. She had a passionate love for her church, family, friends, traveling, gardening, and shopping. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband of 54 years James D. Landry,...

Melinda Richardson Millet, a native and lifelong resident of Sorrento, LA, passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, at the age of 71.  Melinda enjoyed watching her hometown hero’s play sports (her Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren).  She also loved watching the LSU Tigers & The New Orleans Saints play.  Melinda’s most cherished memories were those made spending...

“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in our hearts.” John Alan Myers, of Gonzales, Louisiana, was a caring husband, father, paw paw, son, brother and friend to many. He passed away on November 21st, 2021 at the age of 60.  John was born on May 19th, 1961 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Billy...

Kevin Dean Bartley Jr., age 40, passed on Thursday, November 10, 2021. He was the son of late Kevin Dean Bartley Sr. of Winnfield and late Elizabeth Ann Medice of Houma.He is survived in death by daughter Kyla Rose Bartley and son Kevin Dean Bartley III.Siblings, Crystal Voclain Zeringue and David “Nu” Voclain Jr. and loving partner, Laura Lynn Stelly.Kevin...

“May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sunshine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.”Richard Lee Martin, 71 years old and resident of Ethel, LA passed away on November 3,2021. ...

Glenda Fay Buras Cedotal, age 81 passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021, one month after her beloved son, Clint Cedotal.  Daughter of the late Frank Buras and Verna Smith Buras. Survived by her husband of 57 years, James A “Jimmy” Cedotal of Gonzales. Loving mother of Helen Cedotal Roy (Kenneth), Allison Cedotal Dickerson and the late Clint Cedotal (Heather). ...

Donald Ray Hood died peacefully at the age of 89 surrounded by his loving family on Monday, November 15, 2021, at the Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet campus. He was a resident and native of Denham Springs. Donald was retired from Gulf States Utilities. Donald will be remembered for his wise counsel and loving spirit. He was a member of First...

Francisco Javier Aguirre, Jr., passed away in the early morning on November 15th, 2021, surrounded by his family at home. Born on February 5th, 1953 in Edinburgh, TX, he attended PSJA high school in San Juan, TX, he attended college at Texas A&M University, graduating in 1977 with a BS in Chemical Engineering. He went on to a successful career...

Jarrett Forest Shirley, beloved husband, father and grandfather, became absent from the body and present with the Lord on November 11, 2021.Mr. Shirley was born in Dallas, Texas on July 2, 1933. He graduated from Adamson High School, Class of 1950, and continued his education at Texas Christian University and Southern Methodist University.Jarrett began employment with Procter & Gamble in...

George Alton Thibodeaux Jr. a native of Pine Prairie, LA and resident of Port Allen, LA passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, November 09, 2021 at the age of 82. George enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.  He was well known for his Jambalaya and had placed in several Jambalaya competitions.  George was a loyal employee...