Obituaries
Thelma Aurelia Martinez Rizan
Apr 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Thelma Aurelia Martinez Rizan, who departed this life surrounded by her family on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the age of 90. Thelma was born on October 6, 1935, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She devoted her life to her family, her faith and her community. She...
Colleen Ferry Peroyea
Apr 16, 2026
Colleen Ferry Peroyea, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026. She was the daughter of John B. Ferry and Colleen C. Ferry. She is survived by her beloved husband of 43 years, Joseph G. “Greg” Peroyea, her daughter, Elizabeth M. Peroyea, along with her partner, Nicholas Guidroz, her three granddaughters, Sadie Miletello, Marigold Miletello,...
Randa L. Roberts
Apr 16, 2026
Randa Lei Roberts, a native of Albuquerque, NM and a resident of Prairieville, LA, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the age of 73.
She worked as a nurse and a medical coder. She was also a former member of Local 198. She enjoyed cooking and reading mountains of books. She was known for being a strong woman, knowledgeable,...
Gary William Cross
Apr 15, 2026
Gary William Cross passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on January 7, 1946, in Monroe, Louisiana to Harry and Hattie Cedotal Cross. He was raised in Gonzales, where he graduated from Gonzales High School in 1964. He then proudly served in the National Guard from 1964-1967. He later...
Jackie N. Duthu
Apr 14, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” Naquin Duthu, 71, passed away on April 14, 2026. Born on August 19, 1954, in Houma, Louisiana, she was the beloved daughter of the late Royce and Gloria Naquin.
Jackie was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose life was centered around her family. She is survived by her two sons, Dale Luke (Bree) and Kevin Duthu (Meghan). She...
John Fournier, Jr.
Apr 5, 2026
John Fournier, Jr. passed away peacefully, surrounded by his immediate family, on Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, after a strong battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
John was born on August 1, 1951, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and he carried the spirit of the city with him wherever he went. He served as a lumber salesman, contractor, and...
Van Kim Cao
Apr 4, 2026
In the faith of the Risen Christ, our family deeply mourns the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister Têrêsa Cao Kim Vân.
Teresa Van Kim Cao, also known as Cao Kim Van, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 77. After courageously living with Alzheimer’s disease for over a...
Michael Dewey Hector
Apr 3, 2026
Michael D. Hector, longtime resident of New Iberia, LA, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA, at the age of 91. He was born on August 22, 1934, in Houma, LA, to Dewey and Marjorie Hector.
Michael attended St. Joseph Seminary in Covington, LA, from 9th grade up until he graduated with an associate’s degree in history....
James Alexander Gray
Apr 2, 2026
James Alexander Gray passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the age of 44. He was born on April 2, 1982, in Pensacola, Florida to James Neil Gray and Katherine Ann Kaough Gray. After graduating from Northeast Lauderdale High School in Meridian, Mississippi in 2000, James attended Meridian Community College and received his associate in arts degree. Always one...
William "Bill" Greene Lawrence
Apr 2, 2026
William Greene Lawrence passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on November 26, 1941, in Francisco, North Carolina to Welbern Lawrence and Emily Ayers Lawrence. He was a graduate of Francisco High School. Bill proudly served our country in the United States Navy, where he was a Seabee, specializing in construction and...
Nancy Virga
Apr 2, 2026
Nancy Estelle (Skidmore) Virga, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, April 02, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born in Winchester, Tennessee on October 18, 1934, to Ben and Hilda Skidmore.
Nancy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her life to her family. She was a devout Catholic who...
Raymond "Woody" Banker Sr.
Apr 1, 2026
Raymond “Woody” Banker, Sr., a native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Prairieville, LA, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the age of 83.
He worked in construction, where he was owner and manager of Graphite Repairs. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family and most importantly his wife.
He was preceded in death...
Brett Michael Kairdolf
Mar 29, 2026
Brett Michael Kairdolf was born on December 18, 1987, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Troy and Amie Kairdolf. Unfortunately, he was involved in a tragic car accident on March 27 and went to be with Jesus on the evening of March 29, 2026, at 38 years old.
Brett was one of a kind. He never faced a challenge he couldn't tackle....
Joann Cassano Landry
Mar 27, 2026
Joann Cassano Landry passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 77. She was born on July 27, 1948, in Baton Rouge to Fred and Doris Cassano.
Joann graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy and went on to study at the University of Southwestern Louisiana. She dedicated more than 20 years of service to the...
Chirag Ratilal Patel
Mar 26, 2026
Chirag Ratilal Patel, 66, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on February 15, 1960, in Surat, Gujarat, India, Chirag lived a life marked by dedication, brilliance, and an unwavering commitment to his passions and loved ones.
Chirag attended M M High School in Ville Parle, Mumbai, India, then immigrated to the...
William "Bill" Zima
Mar 24, 2026
William “Bill” Nicolas Zima, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. He was 85 years old and a longtime resident of Pride, Louisiana.
Bill was a wonderful man with an unforgettable sense of humor. He was a proud serviceman of the United States Air Force that epitomized love of country and family. He...
Max Overton Usrey, III
Mar 24, 2026
Max Overton Usrey III passed away Tuesday March 24, 2026, of natural causes. Born in Blytheville, Arkansas, Max was a graduate of Blytheville High School and subsequently earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Louisiana State University. His lengthy and successful professional career included positions with McRae & Associates, and more than 30 years with Evans-Graves Engineers...
Lola Elaine Micklin
Mar 23, 2026
Lola Elaine Micklin (Grinde) native of Sisseton, South Dakota and recent resident of Burleson, Texas, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 90.
Lola loved her family and friends. She loved spending time with all of them. She had a strong relationship with Jesus! She loved being a homemaker and later as her children got older, she...
Richard "Dick" Curry Thevenot
Mar 23, 2026
Richard “Dick” Curry Thevenot, 92, a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, went home to be with his Savior on Monday, March, 23, 2026.
He was born October 5, 1933, in Houston, Texas, son of Gern “Pete” Thevenot and Mavis Bruce Thevenot.
Dick lived a life of steadfast service, and he profoundly impacted the lives of those around him. Coming from humble...
Glenda "Sissy" Taylor Fountain
Mar 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenda Taylor Fountain, lovingly known as “Sissy,” who departed this life on March 22, 2026, at the age of 83. Glenda was born on August 9, 1942, in Mobile, Alabama, daughter to the late Rita Young and James T. Taylor. Glenda attended Northwestern State University and Louisiana State University....
