Obituaries
Jean Turnley
Jan 6, 2021
Jean Bellard Turnley, known to most as “Nanny” was a devoted wife, loving mother, adoring grandmother, and great-grandmother. Nanny’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the pride and joy of her life. She was truly a devoted, hands-on grandmother. For as long as she was able to, Nanny never missed an event; whether it be a baseball game, swim meet, soccer...
Toan Nguyen
Jan 5, 2021
Toan Nguyen of Prairieville, Louisiana passed away on Jan 5, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
James Humble
Jan 5, 2021
James Dale Humble, devoted husband, father, brother, son, uncle, and friend, passed away on Tuesday morning, January 5, 2021. He was 77 years old. Born in Baton Rouge on May 15, 1943, Dale was the sixth and youngest child of Michael and Lillian Humble; both preceded him in death, as did his brothers Mike, Tommy, and Don. His remaining...
Beverly Bergeron Braud
Jan 5, 2021
Beverly Belle Bergeron Braud passed away at her home on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at the age of 96.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Vivian and Joseph J. Bergeron; 6 sisters; 2 brothers; husband, John Elder Braud, Jr.; and 2nd husband, Ben R. Babin.
She is survived by her children, Johnny Braud...
Jeffery Dupree
Jan 3, 2021
Jeffery Glenn Dupree, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on January 3, 2020 at the age of 55. He was a skilled and talented self-employed floor installer who took great pride in his work. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially going to the beach, fishing of all kinds, and cooking spectacular meals. More than anything, he was a...
Lindsay Tyler
Jan 3, 2021
A beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend, Lindsay Tyler, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at the age of 28.
She was smart, beautiful, funny, patient, kind, and tough when she needed to be. She loved spending time with her family. The relationship she had with her...
Dolores Upton
Jan 2, 2021
Jackie Upton was born on July 4, 1929 in Seminole, Oklahoma and died January 2, 2021 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It was her wish that she be cremated there be no embalming or public viewing. She was a loving daughter, wife, and mother and will be sorely missed by her family and friends.
Jackie met her husband,...
Nora Tessier
Jan 2, 2021
On Jan 2, 2021 at 2:10 p.m., Nora Ellen Ryland Tessier “Dootsie”, left her earthly home in Greenwell Springs, La. for a more desirable home with pearl entrance gates and streets of gold.
Preceding her relocation were her father, Sharkie Ryland, Mother Myrtle Kimble Ryland, brothers Willard C Ryland, Otis E Ryland, Sharkie L Ryland, and sister...
Mary Daniel
Jan 2, 2021
Mary Jane Doughty Daniel passed away on January 2, 2021 at the age of 85. She was born on November 4th, 1935 in Tullos, LA. She was a registered nurse for 35 years.
Due to Covid, a private graveside service will be held at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.
She was a great mother to her...
Mary Campo
Jan 2, 2021
Mary Campo, affectionately known as “Mimi”, 66, of Baton Rouge, passed away on January 2, 2021 at 10:48 a.m. in Baton Rouge, LA. Mary was born in New Orleans, LA to John (“Jack”) and Joyce Flynn on May 8, 1954.
She was a true lady who strove every day to be “everything to everyone”. In almost all...
Clara Aucoin
Jan 1, 2021
Clara Mae Cuccia Aucoin, age 94, a resident of Prairieville and Ponchatoula, passed away on January 1, 2021 at her daughter’s home in Ponchatoula. She was born in New Orleans, attended St. John the Baptist Catholic Elementary School and graduated from Redemptorist High School. She later studied art at Larry Casso’s Fine Art Academy in Baton Rouge.
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James Gordon, Jr.
Dec 30, 2020
Pastor James Robertson Gordon Jr. "JR" went to be with Jesus on December 30th, 2020, at 12:00 p.m. at the age of 83.
JR was preceded in death by his parents James Robertson Gordon Sr. and Mary Averett Gordon, his sisters Mabel Hughes and Ruby Still, his great-granddaughter Hannah Ferguson, and his Son-N-Law Gene Ferguson.
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Beverly Matkin
Dec 30, 2020
Beverly Matkin, age 83, a resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on December 30, 2020.
Beverly was a loving wife, mother, grand-mother, and great-grandmother. Not only did she love her family, but she loved and nurtured countless children through her life as a day care owner. She was devoted child of God and as young wife...
James Stewart
Dec 28, 2020
James Lester “Buck” Stewart was born Feb. 17, 1937 in Gillsburg, MS to Polie D. and Lois W. Stewart. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1955-1959 as an airplane engine mechanic. Upon his Honorable Discharge, he married his wife of 61 years, Betty Jean Frazier Stewart, at New Zion Baptist Church and together, moved to Baton Rouge, LA...
Henry Heltz
Dec 27, 2020
Henry Andrew Heltz, Sr., a native of Livingston and a resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away at his home on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at the age of 94.
Henry was a retired Lieutenant with Louisiana State Police. He also worked in Egypt and the Philippines with Dixielyn Oil Company. He also retired as an aide...
Katharine Desjardins
Dec 27, 2020
Katharine Desjardins of Walker, Louisiana passed away on Dec 27, 2020. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Anna Gremillion
Dec 27, 2020
An obituary is not available at this time for Anna (Bergamo) Gremillion. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Madeline "Maddie" Richey
Dec 26, 2020
Madeline “Maddie” Estay Richey, a native of Patterson, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away at the Baton Rouge General on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at the age of 59. Those that knew and loved her, often times called her Honey. She worked for 32 years as a nurse at the Baton Rouge General. She enjoyed...
Viola "Vi" Laporte
Dec 24, 2020
Viola Loupe LaPorte, affectionately known as Vi, was a resident of Baton Rouge, born and raised in New Roads, passed away on December 23, 2020 at the age of 82.
She was a graduate of St. Joseph Academy in New Roads, married to Alvin LaPorte, Sr., was instrumental in the start-up and growth of a successful business,...
Louis Diez
Dec 23, 2020
Louis Douglas “Dr. Doug” Diez, a native and resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at the age of 75. Doug was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a graduate of Woodlawn High School and attended Louisiana State University. Doug was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era. He was a...
