Obituaries
Carolyn Ann Harger
Jul 10, 2026
Catherine Ann Harger passed away on Friday, July 20, 2026, at the age of 83.
Visitation will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 445 Marquette Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, on Friday, July 24, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 2:30 p.m.
A more detailed and specific obituary will be available soon, please visit this...
Catherine C. Adomitis
Jul 9, 2026
Mrs. Catherine Campo Adomitis, age 94 of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026. She was born on May 22, 1932, to the late Joseph J. Campo and Fannie Schittone Campo. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Catherine is survived by her loving daughter, Elizabeth A. Melancon (Greg); sons, Joseph M. Adomitis (Kimali), August F....
Samuel Wayne LaBarge
Jul 8, 2026
Samuel Wayne LaBarge passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the age of 29.
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Samuel's life on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady North American Region, located at 4200 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 from 1:oo PM to 5:00 PM.
A more detailed and specific obituary will be available...
Trong Van Tran
Jul 7, 2026
Gioan Baotixita, Trong Van Tran, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on July 7, 2026, at the age of 96. Trong was born on a Tuesday, on December 31, 1929, in Cam Ranh Vietnam, son of the late Thoc Van Tran and Banh Thi Dang. He is survived by his five beloved children; Kiem Tran, Kieu Tran, Hoa Tran (Tai...
Juliette Marie Perkins
Jul 7, 2026
Juliette Marie Perkins passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at the age of 95.
A more detailed and specific obituary will be available soon, please visit this site for updates.
Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.
Raymond "Dean" Freiberger
Jul 7, 2026
Raymond Dean Freiberger, 78, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Born on February 2, 1948, to Raymond George and Freida Freiberger, Dean lived a life marked by kindness, faithfulness, and a genuine love for people.
Dean proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1969 to 1972. Following...
Angela Patel
Jul 6, 2026
Angela Patel passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the age of 72.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at St. George Catholic Church, located at 7808 St. George Drive, Baton Rouge, La. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM. A more detailed and specific obituary...
Maureen R. Herbert
Jul 5, 2026
Maureen Richard Herbert, born in New Orleans on March 29, 1952, to Amedee S. Richard and Audrey Davis Richard, entered God’s heavenly kingdom on July 5, 2026, following a long and brave battle with cancer.
Maureen was a graduate of Sacred Heart of Jesus High School in New Orleans and attended UNO. She taught at Jefferson Baptist Church in Baton Rouge,...
J. Keith Shackelford
Jul 4, 2026
John Keith Shackelford passed away peacefully in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the age of 74. He was born in Dallas, Texas on July 13, 1951.
At the age of 15, his parents moved the family to Shreveport, Louisiana, where he graduated from Captain Shreve High School in 1969. He attended Texas A&M University for three semesters,...
William Conner Martin
Jul 3, 2026
William Conner Martin, Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on July 3, 2026, at the age of 91. Will was born in Philadelphia, PA, and lived in Manhasset, NY, before moving to Natchez, MS, at age 11, graduating from Natchez High School in 1953.
Will graduated from LSU in 1959 and was a lifelong LSU Tiger fan, attending numerous LSU football, basketball,...
Ricky J. Dipuma
Jul 1, 2026
Ricky J. Dipuma, born on October 4, 1958, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026 at Baton Rouge General Hospital at the age of 67, surrounded by the love of his family.
Ricky spent his life working as a heavy equipment operator, a profession he took great pride in. He was known for his strong work ethic, generous heart, and unwavering...
Albert S. Greene Jr.
Jun 30, 2026
Albert S. Greene, Jr. passed away at home on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the age of 89. He was born May 24, 1937, in Homer, LA, to Albert Sr. and Lizzie Mae Clary Greene. Albert was a 1956 graduate of Homer High School where he lettered in football and track. He served honorably in the National Guard in Homer,...
Ralph Jude Amar
Jun 30, 2026
Ralph Jude Amar, a retired employee of Dow Chemical and the East Baton Rouge Parish Library System, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the age of 91. A lifelong resident and native of Baton Rouge, he will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his work, and his community.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Alice Beverly...
Chris Rutzen
Jun 29, 2026
Christopher Richard Rutzen, affectionately known as Chris, of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at the age of 48, in Baton Rouge. Chris was born on Monday, July 18, 1977, in Palos Heights, Illinois. Chris was a proud alumnus of Louisiana State University, where he earned his J.D., as well as Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University,...
Jason Craig Gautreau
Jun 28, 2026
Jason Craig Gautreau, age 61, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026. He was born on December 4, 1964, in Baton Rouge, where he spent his life building lasting friendships and a reputation as a hardworking contractor.
Jason was a man who loved the outdoors and found great joy on the golf course or on the water...
William "Bill" H. Alexander III
Jun 28, 2026
William “Bill” H. Alexander III passed away on June 28, 2026, at the age of 78. A resident of Baton Rouge, Bill graduated from Glen Oaks High School, was a proud LSU alumnus and also studied law at Tulane University.
Bill proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War with the 101st Airborne Division, the legendary "Screaming Eagles”....
Leon Cecil Simar Sr.
Jun 28, 2026
Leon Cecil Simar, Sr., born in Orange, Texas on September 4, 1931, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at the age of 94. He was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Baton Rouge.
Leon grew up in Iota, Louisiana. Upon graduating from high school, he joined the U.S. Army and served in Panama during the Korean War....
Pauline Brown Spell
Jun 27, 2026
Pauline Brown Spell, 94, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026. She was born on November 18, 1931, in Michigan. She was the beloved daughter of Raymond and Anna Brown.
Though Pauline departed from formal schooling after the 11th grade, her wisdom and warmth left an indelible mark on all who knew her. She enjoyed a...
Jill Claire Swetnam
Jun 25, 2026
Jill Claire Swetnam, of Baton Rouge, passed away of natural causes on June 25, 2026, at 68. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 13, 1957.
A gifted flutist and devoted teacher, Jill shared her love of music with audiences and students for more than four decades. She earned her bachelor's degree in music education and master's degree in music...
Robert "Bob" Garland Higdon
Jun 25, 2026
Robert “Bob” Garland Higdon, a beloved husband, father, grandfather; great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at the age of 96. Bob was a native of Greenville, MS and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Church, where he lived out his Catholic faith. He worked at Turner Industries...
