Obituaries

Apr 21, 2024

Joyce Felps Branscum Millin passed away on April 21, 2024 at the age of 91.

She was a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and was a graduate of Baton Rouge High School and Spencer Business College. Ms. Millin was retired from Commercial Properties as a bookkeeper with 23 years of service. She also worked for Millin Enterprises until her retirement in...

Apr 20, 2024

Apr 20, 2024

Jerome “Jerry” Charles Harrison, Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away at his daughter and son-in-law’s home, Lisa and Quinn Rainwater, on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at the age of 97.  He was a native of Chattanooga, TN and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern Mississippi....

Apr 18, 2024

Beau Charles Passman was born February 2, 1988, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Charles Stanley Passman, Jr. and Robin Talbot Passman.  He passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024.  Beau was 36 years old.  A 2007 graduate of St. Michael the Archangel High School, he excelled in athletics, playing football, basketball, and baseball.  

 

He is preceded in death by his...

Apr 18, 2024

Dathan Kern Hart “The Tomato King” passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the age of 73.  He was born April 23, 1950, in Mendenhall, Mississippi to Luther Hart and Bobby Wooley Hart.    

 

After graduating from Delta State University, with a bachelor's degree in Music Education, he then began his decade long career as a middle school and...

Apr 17, 2024

Bunnie Lee Saltzman, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at the age of 59.  She was born September 20, 1964, to parents, Robert Lubin and Barbara Dwyer Lubin in Brownfield, TX.  Bunnie was a loving mother and grandmother who treasured the times she shared with her family and friends.  She is remembered fondly for...

Apr 17, 2024

Bilwood Smith Jr. peacefully lost his battle with cancer on April 17 surrounded by loved ones in his home. At the age of 63, his love for family and friends shined bright through all aspects of his life. He was a native of Baton Rouge who passionately enjoyed waterskiing, hunting, spearfishing, and "making deals". 

A local real estate developer and mentor...

Apr 16, 2024

Kim David Bowyer of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Monday, April 16, 2024.

Born June 12, 1958, in El Dorado, Kansas, to Jack and Vesta Bowyer, he was raised in Neosho, Missouri.

Kim graduated from Neosho High School in 1976.   He graduated from Crowder College, Rhema Bible Training Center, and Thomas Edison University.

Kim's love story with Maureen was one for...

Apr 16, 2024

 Burl “Buddy” Forgey, III, a native of Morgan City and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at the age of 83. He was a valued member of the 1957 MCHS State Championship football team and went on to earn track and football scholarships while attending USL. Later, he obtained a B.A. in Economics...

Apr 11, 2024

Jeffrey (Jeff) P. Porter passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 11, 2024, at the age of 73. 

He is survived by his loving wife, Debbie D. Hudnall; his children, Melissa (Rich) Vura, B.J. (Katie) Porter, and Holly H. Grace; his 8 grandchildren, Jordan (Chris), Morgan (Jonathan), Gyanni, Gatlyn, Gage, Gabby, Ellie, and Gemma; and special friends Brian Shipp and...

Apr 11, 2024

Elsa Lee Denny passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the age of 95, 15 days shy of her 96th birthday.  She was born April 26, 1928, to Frank and Hazel Holmes in the rural farming community of Climax, Kansas.  She was one of 5 children, including Morton, Horace, Mardelle and Philip.

 

Elsa Lee moved to Eureka, Kansas after her...

Apr 10, 2024

Vincent (Vince) Stadolnik, affectionately known as “Papa” went home to be with our Lord and Savior Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, at the age of 80. Vince was born on December 8, 1943, to Adolph and Marcella Stadolnik and raised in New Haven, Connecticut.

As a devout Catholic, Vince was an altar server and attended Notre Dame High School Class of 1961....

Apr 7, 2024

James Marvin Beck Sr., of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, at the age of 90. Jim was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 14th, 1933, son of the late Sidney Franklin Beck Sr. and Ona Hendon Beck. He proudly served our country in the United States Navy, serving during the Korean Conflict from 1951 to...

Apr 7, 2024

Stephen “Dwayne” Chapman, age 70, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Dwayne was born on July 9, 1953, in Basile, Louisiana, to Joseph Huey and Ludra Marie Chapman. He graduated from Basile High School and moved on to becoming a Machinery Specialist at ExxonMobil. He was a member of St. George Catholic Church and participated...

Apr 4, 2024

Chay Thi Bui passed on Thursday, April 4, 2024, in Jefferson, Louisiana at the age of 77.  She was born October 26, 1946, in Cam Ranh, Vietnam to Bien Bui and Gio Le.  She is survived by her husband Trong Tran, their children, grandchildren, and numerous other loving family and friends.Friends and family are invited to a prayer service from...

Apr 4, 2024

Willie Mae Rabb Holt, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed peacefully surrounded by family in Baton Rouge on April 4, 2024. She was born on February 11, 1927. A native of Baton Rouge, she was the cherished wife of Dr. Milton O. Holt. She was a master quilter and owner of “The Thimble” Quilt Shop.

After graduating high-school, Willie...

Apr 3, 2024

Elizabeth Inez Fair Pittman passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the age of 91. She was born November 1, 1932, in Mansfield, Louisiana to Archibald Alfred Fair, Jr. and Inez Curtis Fair.  She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 53 years, Homer Ernest Pittman, Jr.  Elizabeth is survived by her loving children, Edward...

Apr 3, 2024

George Dale Limbers, Jr., beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at age 64.  He was born February 9th 1960 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to the late George D Limbers Sr. and Coral Lois Jones.

Dale was a 1978 graduate of Redemptorist High School. He was a successful hardworking businessman and owner of Culligan of Southeast...

Apr 2, 2024

Clinton Wayne “Clint” Honeycutt, Sr., a resident of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born March 2, 1950, in Columbus, Louisiana to Fred and Minnie Honeycutt.

 

Clint is survived by his wife of 13 years, Janice Bartus Honeycutt; his sons, Clinton Honeycutt and wife Shannon, and Noah Honeycutt; his daughter Jennifer...

Apr 1, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Noah Pierre Rizan, Jr., who peacefully departed this life while surrounded by his family on April 1, 2024. Noah Pierre Rizan, Jr., born on December 1, 1929, in New Orleans, LA, was a man of profound character and unwavering dedication.

Noah graduated from Catholic High School in Baton...