OBITUARIES

Julia Elaine Ouzts Randall, born in Minden, LA and resident of Baker, LA passed away at her home peacefully on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at the age of 88.  Julia enjoyed spending time with her family and was an avid QVC shopper.  She is survived by her daughters, Michelle Randall and Kimberly Lejeune; grandchildren, Chase Bennett and Allison Lejeune Ellis...

Ray Joseph Madere, 58, a resident of Plattenville, Louisiana passed away on August 13,2021.He is survived by his mother, Lena Madere; his 3 children, Matt Madere, Kimberly Madere, Cody Madere; his stepson Bradley Qualls; his 4 brothers, James Madere Jr, Dan Madere, Wayne Madere, and Jerry Madere; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father James...

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me, Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.  “Death is but a passageway at God’s designated time for us to finally escape this broken world full of imperfections and be welcomed to the Home we’ve been longing for...

Ruby Richardson LeBlanc, a native of Sorrento, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones on August 16, 2021, at the age of 89. She worked at a pants factory in Gonzales and later became a bus driver for Ascension Parish Schools. She loved driving her school bus and all the children who rode her school bus...

Graveside services for Connie McMurray, age 88, will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 10:00am at Salem Cemetery, Walker, LA with Rev. Albert Pendarvis as officiant.She is survived by her children; Allen Johnston, Evelyn Ambrose and Edwin Johnston; six grandchildren.

Joe Patrick Jennings, native and resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the age of 66.  Joe enjoyed spending time with his family as well as watching LSU sports.  He had a deep love for the Lord and a solid faith.  He was a devoted member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Baton Rouge. ...

Betty Epting Gullett, 85, passed away in her home on August 10, 2021. A native of MS, she lived in Sorrento, LA for the past 46 years. Betty is survived by her husband of 65 years, Rev. Eugene Gullett; daughter Norma Thurston and husband Dale; son Gregory Gullett and wife Denise; daughter Lisa Volentine and husband Kerry; grandchildren Michelle Thurston...

Paul Allen Rash of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away July 29, 2021, in Norfork, Arkansas at the age of 68. He was born September 15, 1952, in Monticello, Arkansas, the son of Louis and Anna Palmer Rash. He was a member of the Phi Lamb and graduated from the University of Arkansas – Monticello. He was an ATF Agent for over...

Paul St. Romain Jr. “Boo Boo” age 61, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Paul was preceded in death by his mother and father, Shirley and Paul St. Romain, and his sister Edna St. Romain and beloved dog Toby. He is survived by his wife Cindy, daughter Kelly (Stephen), son Alex...

George Wilbur Rogers, Jr. was born on January 16, 1957 and passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at the age of 64. He was an accountant for the State of Louisiana for many years and later switched careers to a long haul truck driver.Son of late George Wilbur Rogers, Sr. and late Dorothy Zachary Rogers. Father of George Wilbur...

Richard Freeland Wagley was born on October 28, 1959 in Baton Rouge, LA as one of five children to his loving parents, the late Freeland and Joyce Wagley. Richard’s childhood and teenage years were spent hunting, fishing, playing sports and racing dirt bikes, which is how he met Debbie, his loving wife of 38 years and mother to their two...

John Brent Keith McMillan, born in Baton Rouge and resident of Denham Springs, passed away on August 8, 2021 at the age of 59.  John is survived by his sons, Brian Keith McMillan and Robert Glenn McMillan (Brittany); mother, Rose Acosta Carpenter; sister, Jennifer Brunelle (Kevin); brothers, Walter Glenn McMillan Jr. (Bambi) and Jeffrey Dean McMillan; grandchildren, Madison Leigh McMillan,...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Francis A. Vicknair will be held at 10 am on Thursday at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church St Amant, visitation will begin at 9 am.Mrs. Vicknair was born on September 7, 1953, in New Orleans and passed from this life on August 8, 2021, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional...

Otis Wayne “Cowboy” Kelley was joyfully welcomed home by his heavenly Father on Thursday, August 5, 2021.  Wayne was born September 14, 1945 in LaPanto, Arkansas.  He had a joy that was unmistakable!  Always wearing a smile, Wayne never met a stranger and always made others feel loved! In December of 1966 Wayne married the love of his life, Willie...

Betty Epting Gullett, 85, passed away in her home on August 10, 2021. A native of MS, she lived in Sorrento, LA for the past 46 years. Betty is survived by her husband of 65 years, Rev. Eugene Gullett; daughter Norma Thurston and husband Dale; son Gregory Gullett and wife Denise; daughter Lisa Volentine and husband Kerry; grandchildren Michelle Thurston...

At the age of 74 he passed Away on August 6th 2021. Jimmy was born and raised in the Herbert Springs Community of Collinsville, MS. He was dearly loved by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his Parents Samuel and Christine Anthony Talbert. His loving grandson, Tyler A. Talbert. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Ruby;...

A native of Baton Rouge and lifelong resident of St. Amant (Gonzales), Audron was born July 22, 1976, and passed away on August 5, 2021, at the age of 45. He was a 1994 graduate of St. Amant High School where he played offensive lineman for the Gator Football Team. Audron traveled extensively throughout the United States as a proud...

Graveside services for Anne Marie Sullivan will be held on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 11:00am at Lard Cemetery, Holden, LA with Pastor Berkley Boyd as officiant.Anne went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 7, 2021. She was a native of Holden, LA. She worked for Tim and Julie Hill as a receptionist at Sound Hill...

Patricia (Pat) Boudin went home to meet our Lord on August 4, 2021. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born February 17, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois. She moved with her mother as a young child to Bay St. Louis, Ms. In her late 20’s she moved to Gonzales, La. In her mid 30’s she moved to Prairieville,...

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