Obituaries

Apr 9, 2020

Willie Lee Mason was born on June 25, 1948, in Magnolia, Mississippi, to the late Reverend Walter Mason, Sr. and Birtis Turner Mason. Willie received the love of Jesus Christ into his life at a very early age and remained faithful until his earthly departure. He was baptized and attended church services at Sherman Missionary Baptist Church throughout his...

Apr 9, 2020

Cheryl (Sheri Girl) Lynne Robarts Swoffer, age 59, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on April 9, 2020.

Sheri was raised in Miami, Florida and lived in Lafayette, Louisiana, and Huntington Beach, California before moving to Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1994.  She was a pre-school teacher at Runnel’s School for 15 years.

Sheri...

Apr 9, 2020

James “Jim” Kenneth Smith, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, and native of Hattiesburg, MS, passed away on April 9, 2020, at the age of 86.

James is survived by his four children, Amy Elisabeth Sigler, Robert Kenneth Smith, Fred William Smith, and Angela Gaye Hoshman; his twelve grandchildren, Dustin, Cameron, Courtney, Dalton, Joyce, Taylor, Delaney, Matthew,...

Apr 9, 2020

Peggy Lou Phillips Lawrence, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at her home on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the age of 74. Peggy retired in August 2019 from the Secretary of State’s office as a legal secretary.

She is survived by her loving husband, William “Bill” Lawrence; daughters, Beth Lawrence Wallace and husband...

Apr 7, 2020

Angelina "Nina" Ojea passed peacefully on April 7th, 2020. She was 93 years old. Nina attended the University of Oriente, where she met the love of her life, Tony. Together, they moved from Cuba to Spain, before eventually settling in Baton Rouge to raise their family. Nina was predeceased by her loving husband, Tony Ojea. Nina is survived by...

Apr 6, 2020

Our fearless mom, wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend went to be with the Lord, Our Savior on Monday, April 6.  Molly Ann Barback Mayeux, 37, was born on May 9, 1982 to Lester and Carol Barback.  She loved being a part of a big family and relished times with siblings and cousins.  Molly was spunky and anyone who...

Apr 5, 2020

Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls. Randall, also known as painter man by close friends and coworkers, was a native of Baton Rouge. He entered into eternal rest on April 5, 2020 at his daughter's home. He was 59. A private graveside service will be held at Resthaven Gardens of Memory. He is survived by his mother...

Apr 5, 2020

Randal Joseph Landry, age 66, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2020, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital.

Randal was born on October 7, 1953, in Napoleonville, LA, to Russel Landry and Marion (Marian) Barras Vega. He graduated from Assumption High School in 1971 and obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology from...

Apr 4, 2020

Oukham Cook Boutvonnoan, 61, was a beloved Father, Husband, Son, Uncle, Cousin, Coworker and Friend. He passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2020 in the ICU at Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Oukham was born on February 4, 1959 in Champasak, Laos. His father was Oudom Boutvongnouane and mother, Khamta Boutvongnouane. Oukham is survived by...

Apr 4, 2020

James, Marion Joyce Hebert Mitchell (Joy) Marion Joyce "Joy" James of Baton Rouge, was born on December 28, 1928, and passed away at The Blake Retirement Community on Saturday, April 4, 2020.  She was born in Alexandria, Louisiana and moved to Baton Rouge at age 7.

Joy attended St. Agnes and St. Joseph Academy, graduated from LSU...

Apr 2, 2020

Our beautiful loving mother Amy Halleanne Shepherd firstborn to Hallie and Irene Dunaway on August 20, 1937, joined our heavenly father on April 2, 2020.

Preceded in death by her parents, her brother Powers Dunaway and her sister Patsy Dunaway McLaws.

She was cherished and is survived by her husband of 64 years, Martin "Marty"...

Mar 31, 2020

Nola "Mimi" Pavlovich Ezell would like us to inform everyone that her work here on earth is done. She received a call on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 and it was an offer she could not refuse. Her Lord and Savior called her home with a new assignment which comes with many perks, such as eternal life, visiting with loved...

Mar 31, 2020

Joyce Faye Norris Harrison, 88, beloved wife of 67 years, and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, died with her loving family at her side, Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at her daughter Gina Harrison and Robin Rowan's home. A private graveside service for the family will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home.

Reverend Steven Young and Reverend Andy Harrison...

Mar 26, 2020

Henrietta Weathers Jones, age 92, a native of Albemarle, NC was born on March 11, 1928. Henrietta was a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, she passed away peacefully from natural causes on March 26, 2020 surrounded by loving family in her home.

A wonderful woman, Henrietta was a rock to Jack E. Jones from the day he...

Mar 24, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Adam Joseph Harris. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mar 23, 2020

Erin Ory Harelson, age 98, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on March 23, 2020.  Erin had always been a member of Saint George Catholic Church, where she was baptized, married, and will be buried.  She is preceded in death by her husband, William John Harelson, Sr.; son, William John Harelson, Jr.; parents, Elmer Eugene Ory & Olive...

Mar 23, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Carroll Dale Phillips. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mar 21, 2020

Mario “Bill” LaFontaine, age 93, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on 3/21/2020. He was a World War II Navy Veteran, and a graduate of Southeastern Louisiana College.  He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, and his wife of 37 years, Dorothy Duke LaFontaine.  Bill is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Karen A....

Mar 21, 2020

Charles Edward Arbour, Sr affectionately known to his grandchildren as George passed away March 21, 2020 at the age of 86. Charles had served as a PFC Radio Technician for the US Army during the Korean War. He enjoyed his family, dog Noah, the great outdoors including camping and fishing. He was also an avid viewer of western TV...

Mar 20, 2020

John Mansfield Allen, age 79, a resident of Maurepas, passed away on March 20, 2020.  He was a great story teller, avid LSU football & baseball fan.  John loved hunting, being outdoors and on the water, desserts, and the champagne of bottled beers.  He served in the United States Army and retired from Borden Chemical. John is survived by...