Obituaries
Mary S. Moore
Sep 10, 2026
Mary S. Moore passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the age of 77.
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Mary’s life on Friday, September 18, 2026, at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 15615 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70817. All will be welcomed at 9:45 AM until funeral mass at 11:00 AM.
A more detailed and specific obituary will...
Vita Digirolamo Wendt
Sep 9, 2026
Vita Digirolamo Wendt, cherished wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the age of 78. Vita went to join her beloved husband, David Wendt, days after his passing, marking the end of a beautiful love story that spanned 57 years.
Born on July 29, 1948, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Vita had a warm spirit...
Ward Hopkins Oliver
Sep 8, 2026
"Fill the can, and fill the cup: All the windy ways of men are but dust that rises up, and is lightly laid again."
Ward Hopkins Oliver passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at the age of 96. He was born on April 20, 1930, in Mobile, Alabama to Percy Walker Oliver and Mary Sarah Ward Oliver. After proudly serving...
Faye Patricia Harelson
Sep 7, 2026
Faye Patricia Harelson passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, at the age of 64. She was born on October 27, 1961, to William John Harelson, Sr. and Erin Ory Harelson in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Faye was an active member of St. George Catholic Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, John Harelson Jr.
Faye is survived...
David Odell Wendt
Sep 7, 2026
David Odell Wendt, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, at the age of 78. David was born on June 16, 1948. David held a Bachelors and Technical Certification, and worked as a Quality Control Manager at Fisher Controls. He was a member of the Coon Trap Rd. Bass Club, and St....
Lawrence "Larry" Nalls
Sep 6, 2026
Lawrence “Larry” Nalls was born in Alexandria, Virginia, on January 19, 1952. A resident of Baton Rouge, LA for over 45 years, he passed away peacefully at home on September 6th, 2026.
Larry grew up with his father, Joseph Nalls, an accountant for the Pentagon, in a small rowhouse in Alexandria, Virginia. Larry played in the high school marching band, rowed...
Wylie Jerome Harvey
Sep 6, 2026
Wylie Jerome Harvey passed peacefully into the Kingdom of Heaven, surrounded by his family on September 6, 2026, at the age of 87.
Wylie was born in St. Francisville, LA, and raised in North Baton Rouge. He was a proud graduate of the lstrouma High Class of 1957. Wylie served in the US Coast Guard Reserve. After his service, he enrolled...
Allyson Pino
Sep 4, 2026
Allyson Blouin Pino, age 67, a resident of Central, Louisiana, passed away on September 4, 2026.
As a 1976 graduate of Redemptorist High School, she went on to graduate from LSU with a Paralegal Certification. She retired from AT&T, where she was an Engineering Assistant.
Allyson is survived by her husband David Pino; daughters Angela Simon and her husband Jason, Kristin Cormier,...
Dorothy "Nana" Dubnansky
Sep 1, 2026
Dorothy, affectionately known to so many as “Nana,” reunited with her beloved husband, Richard “Big Rich,” in Heaven on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Nana was one of those special people you simply didn’t forget. She had a big heart, a genuine kindness, and a way of making an impression everywhere she went. She was never a stranger and made friends wherever...
Janice Turner Aucoin
Aug 28, 2026
Janice Turner Aucoin passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the age of 85.
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.
Beverly Blanchard Mooney
Aug 28, 2026
Beverly Ann Blanchard Mooney entered her eternal rest on August 28, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 91.
Beverly was born on August 10, 1935, to Edward Hubert Blanchard and Eugenie Aleman Blanchard in New Orleans, Louisiana, and grew up a proud New Orleanian and Louisianan. She was the third of four daughters. She attended Catholic schools and...
Peggy S. Populis
Aug 28, 2026
Peggy Stringer Populis passed away peacefully at home on August 28, 2026. She was born on July 3rd and was a long-time resident of Walker, LA.
Meme, as she was affectionately known by her grandchildren and great grandchildren, was an accomplished artist. Her home was a testament to her talent. She enjoyed volunteering at her church's food pantry and found great...
Anthony Wayne Varnado
Aug 28, 2026
Anthony Wayne Varnado, born on February 23, 1964, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the age of 62.
Anthony was born in Kentwood, Louisiana. After graduating from high school, Anthony went on to become a maintenance worker at LSU and Southern University. He was a member of North Boulevard Macedonia Full Gospel Church. He always enjoyed playing cards, listening...
Harry L. Hudson
Aug 27, 2026
Harry Leach Hudson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, will forever be remembered for his warmth, love, and sense of humor. He passed away on August 27, 2026, at the age of 71.
Born on October 7, 1954, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Harry was the son of the late Richard “Dick” H. Hudson and Margaret Leach Hudson. He graduated from...
Cecile "Chee Chee" Blanchard McComas
Aug 25, 2026
Cecile "Chee Chee" Blanchard McComas, a resident of St. Francisville, Louisiana, passed away on August 25, 2026, at The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, LA. A proud graduate of Redemptorist High School, Cecile lived a life defined by her love for family, hard work, and dedication to everyone she touched.
She was born August 18, 1937, in Baton Rouge, the eldest...
Ronald Paul Lambert
Aug 25, 2026
Ronald “Ronnie” Paul Lambert, a native and resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 70. He received a bachelor's degree in accounting and worked as a CPA. He enjoyed golfing, cars, dancing, and an avid LSU and Saints fan.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Amanda Rachelle Lambert; and his...
Helen M. Rushing
Aug 25, 2026
Helen Marie Rushing, born in Lynn Haven, Florida on May 17, 1939, passed away peacefully at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital on August 25, 2026. After graduating from Bay County High school in Lynn Haven, Florida, she moved to Baton Rouge and began working for the Louisiana Department of Transportation where she met the love of her life, Hollis...
Lynn David Lyons
Aug 24, 2026
Lynn David Lyons passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Lawrence David Lyons and Dorothy Mae Stricker. Lynn went on to serve in the United States Army for 26 years primarily in Air Defense. After his military career, Lynn obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Physics and...
Jonnilee Singleton Furnish
Aug 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jonnilee Singleton Furnish, born on January 22, 1925. An inspiration of love and kindness, she passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026, at the age of 101.
She spent her life showering love to all those around her. She didn’t just give her time; she gave her heart. Her home...
Judith "Judy" Batchelder Kalassay
Aug 24, 2026
Judith “Judy” Batchelder Kalassay, (Mom, Grandma, Gammy, Grandma Judy, and Gigi) passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026 in Baton Rouge LA. She was at home with family and her much loved Big Band music playing as she took her final breath. Judy was born February 11, 1939 to Marjorie and Endicott Batchelder. She was a native of Pittsburgh, PA...
