Obituaries
Donald "Deedle" Vicknair, Sr.
Dec 3, 2025
Donald “Deedle” James Vicknair, Sr, a native and resident of Greenwell Springs, LA, passed away at OLOL at the age of 86. He worked in maintenance and cabinet maker before becoming the “Paw Paw” in working maintenance at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, and spending time with family.
He was preceded in death by his...
Laura Webb
Dec 1, 2025
Laura Lynn Webb, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, at the age of 69. Laura was born on March 19, 1956, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the daughter of the late Donald H. and Jean McDonald Webb. Laura dedicated over 20 years of her life as an office manager at BREC’s Magnolia Mound, where her warm spirit and hard work...
William "Bill" David Boyd
Nov 30, 2025
Bill Boyd, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born October 2, 1945, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, to Clyde and Marie Boyd. He worked at Gulf States Utility Company for many years before opening Goodwood Hardware & Outdoors with his family. He was dedicated to his family and...
Janice Kahler Parrino
Nov 29, 2025
Janice Kahler Parrino, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Denham Springs on Saturday, November 29, 2025. She was a native of Chadwick, Illinois, and a resident of Denham Springs. She was a retired supervisor for the Louisiana Department of Revenue.
Janice honorably served her country as a member of the Women’s Army Corps...
Donis Lou DeLee
Nov 28, 2025
Donis Lou DeLee, age 78, of Baton Rouge, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025. She was born May 13, 1947. She is the oldest daughter of the late Willie Lauren and Louise McCoy DeLee.
Donis is survived by her daughter, Amy Leigh Tate; son, Ian Tate (Jennifer); four grandchildren, Collin Chubb, Travis Sagusti, Layne Sagusti, Colston Tate; great-granddaughter, Sophia...
Bethel Melder Bueche
Nov 28, 2025
Bethel Melder Bueche, born on September 1, 1938, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at the age of 87.
Bethel was born in Glenmora, Louisiana. She graduated from Glenmora High School, then moved to Baton Rouge and worked as a finance secretary. She was an avid LSU fan and loved to dance.
Bethel is survived by her daughters, Patti Gunter (Tony)...
Victor Poirrier
Nov 28, 2025
A lifelong resident of Prairieville, Louisiana, Victor Joseph Poirrier, Jr. passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025. He was born on February 26, 1939, to Stella Jumonville Poirrier and Victor Poirrier.
Vic proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a dedicated 50-year Freemason with the New River Grand Lodge. He retired as an Instrument Technician from the Motiva Refinery...
Mark Steven White
Nov 26, 2025
Mark Steven White passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the age of 71. He was born May 20, 1954, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the only son of Harry Hardy White and Emma Melancon White. A graduate of Istrouma High School, Mark entered law enforcement at 18. He retired after 30 years of dedicated service to the Baton Rouge...
Janette Nelson Greene
Nov 24, 2025
Janette Nelson Greene passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, at the age of 86. She was born April 5, 1939, in Foules, Louisiana to Leo Ithaniel Nelson and Mary Daisy Egloff Nelson. Janette graduated from Sicily Island High School in 1957. She met the love of her life, Albert S. Greene, Jr. and together they created a business, Acoustical...
Carol Demoruelle Brou
Nov 24, 2025
Carol Demoruelle Brou passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 95. She was born on September 26, 1930, in Baton Rouge, to Joseph Leo Demoruelle Jr. and Grace Peltier Demoruelle.
Carol grew up in Baton Rouge, graduated from Baton Rouge High School and attended business college. Following her marriage, she and her husband...
Ned Joseph Dufour
Nov 24, 2025
Ned Joseph Dufour, born on December 18, 1938, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, at the age of 86.
Ned was born in Mansura, Louisiana. He graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. He also went on to join the Air National Guard of Louisiana. Ned was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church.
Ned is survived by his...
Betty Gambrell Jones
Nov 24, 2025
Betty Gambrell Jones passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025, at the age of 92, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was born on May 7, 1933, in Belzoni, Mississippi, to Emmett and Annie Gambrell.
A graduate of both Northeast College and Louisiana State University, Betty earned her master’s degree and made an impact in the field of education. Her career as...
Judith "Judy" Clare Cannon
Nov 24, 2025
Judith “Judy” Clare Cannon, 82, a native and resident of Baton Rouge, entered eternal life on Monday, November 24, 2025, at her home, surrounded by loved ones, after a lengthy illness. Judy was a loving sister, aunt, and friend. She was a 1962 graduate of Saint Anthony High School and attended Baton Rouge Draughn Business School. Judy was a supervisor...
Larry Lane Blackburn, Jr.
Nov 22, 2025
Larry Lane Blackburn, Jr., a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the age of 42. He was a native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Ponchatoula, LA.
He enjoyed movies, art, artists, fantasy football, and activism. He enjoyed spending time with his loved ones.
He is survived by his loving wife...
Matthew James Shields
Nov 21, 2025
Matthew James Shields, a resident of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the age of 20. He was born June 16, 2005, to James and Veronica Shields in Baton Rouge. His passions were spending time with his family, fishing, building Legos, and anything to do with vehicles.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Edward Sr....
Larry Milton Wiesepape
Nov 20, 2025
Larry Milton Wiesepape, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the age of 86. Larry was born on April 25, 1939, in Washington County, Texas, the son of the late Hebert and Ella Blase Wiesepape.
Larry earned his PhD in Wildlife Science from Texas A&M University and had a life-long interest in fisheries and waterfowl....
Maurine Bordelon LaCour
Nov 20, 2025
Maurine Bordelon LaCour, age 88, passed away peacefully at Saint James Place in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Maurine was born in Port Arthur, Texas. She graduated from Evergreen High School and became a real estate agent with CJ Brown/Latter and Blum until she retired. She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion and community service. Maurine dedicated her life to serving...
Edna Bates Oliver
Nov 18, 2025
“Death leaves a hole that no one can fill, but love leaves memories that no one can steal. To love in the hearts of those left behind, is never to have died at all.”
Edna Bates Oliver passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the age of 95. Edna was born to Robert and Cornelia Bates on January 5, 1930, in...
Carolyn “Tuppy” Rodriguez Jackson Chaney
Nov 18, 2025
Carolyn “Tuppy” Rodriguez Jackson Chaney departed this life on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on April 18, 1936, in Plaquemine, Louisiana and was a longtime resident of Baton Rouge. Carolyn was a direct descendent of settlers from the Canary Islands, known as “Islanos”, who settled at Valenzuela, located about 15 miles southeast of...
Mary Ann Guercio Burton
Nov 17, 2025
Mary Ann Guercio Burton, a resident of Baton Rouge, born June 23, 1937, passed away at home on Monday, November 17, 2025.
Mary Ann is survived by her sons, Anthony Burton and his wife Brenda, Richard Burton and his wife Renee, Wayne Burton and his wife Suzanna, and Brent Burton; grandchildren, Tony Burton and his wife Rebecca, Melissa Bourgeois and her...
