Obituaries
Leigh Connor LoBello
Feb 14, 2025
Leigh Christine Connor LoBello, 50, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away suddenly on February 14th, 2025. She was born in New London, Connecticut in 1974 to parents Bud Connor and Camille Knox. Leigh attended Bishop Sullivan High School before receiving a degree in Education at Southeastern Louisiana University.
Leigh’s greatest passions in life were her family and her career as an...
Se'Renity De'Ziyah McMorris
Feb 13, 2025
Se'Renity De'Ziyah McMorris, born on January 18, 2025, passed away on February 13, 2025, at the age of 3 weeks. Se’Renity was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Domonique Melisa Thomas and Derrick Jamaine McMorris, Sr.
Se’Renity is survived by her parents; sister, Deriyeon McMorris; brother, Derrick Jamaine McMorris, Jr.; aunts, Alexxus Thomas, Destine’e Thomas, Alicia Thomas, Carmyn Thomas, Deidra McMorris,...
Connie D. Christian
Feb 11, 2025
Connie D. Christian passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, in Grapevine, Texas. She was 83 years old. Connie was born March 29, 1941, in Opelousas, Louisiana to Acgie and Una Deshotel. She graduated from Pine Prairie High School in 1959. Connie worked as an administrator with the East Baton Rouge Parish School System for over 20 years, retiring in...
Krishan K. Sharma
Feb 11, 2025
Krishan K. Sharma passed away on February 11, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at the age of 89. Krishan was born on February 22, 1935, in India, to Jagan Nath Pathak and Shakuntala Pathak.
A highly respected engineer, Krishan earned his bachelor's degree in engineering and made significant contributions throughout his career. His passion for innovation was only matched by his...
Beverly McCaskell Wilson
Feb 11, 2025
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28). Beverly McCaskell Wilson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at the age of 86. She was raised in Natchez, MS and lived in Baton Rouge, LA. She was the heart and soul...
Gary Joseph Guidry
Feb 11, 2025
Gary Joseph Guidry, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away on February 11, 2025, at the age of 74 at his home in Denham Springs, Louisiana, surrounded by his family. Born in Raceland, Louisiana in 1951, Gary’s life was an inspiring story of devotion and love. He leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories and enduring love.
Gary...
Jarrod Dalton McRight
Feb 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jarrod Dalton McRight, who left us too soon on February 10, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on October 3, 1976, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Jarrod touched the lives of everyone who knew him with his warm spirit and unique talents.
An accomplished gunsmith with a doctorate in theology,...
Betty W. Henry
Feb 10, 2025
“I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to myself; that where I am, there you may be also.” (John 14:2-6).
Our loving mother and grandmother passed away on February 10, 2025, at the age of 93, in her Baton Rouge home, surrounded by...
Jan Graham
Feb 10, 2025
Jan Dorsey Graham passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at the age of 74. She was born July 15, 1950, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A 1968 graduate of East Ascension High School, Jan received her associate degree from Draughn Business College. For decades, Jan worked in and managed bowling centers in Louisiana, New York, and New Jersey. She retired...
Mark Edwin Holloway Sr.
Feb 5, 2025
Celebrating a Life Well Lived
Mark Edwin Holloway Sr. passed away peacefully in Baton Rouge, LA on February 5, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on September 26, 1952, in Houston, TX, Mark was a beacon of love, kindness, and generosity, touching the hearts of everyone he met.
Mark Edwin Holloway Sr. is survived by his wife of 35 years, Jacquelyne...
Harold Lee Price
Feb 5, 2025
Harold Lee Price passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at the age of 86. He was born in Logansport, LA on August 23, 1938.
Harold graduated from Logansport High School, Centenary College, and Perkins School of Theology Southern Methodist University.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Chesley Price and Billie Townley Price; his daughter, Polly Price Massey; and...
P. Michael Berthelot
Feb 4, 2025
Philip “Michael” Berthelot, age 47, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
He was a graduate of Parkview Baptist School, where he loved playing football. He also grew up playing soccer and was still very passionate about this sport in his adult life. Michael spent his career as a construction project manager.
He is preceded in death...
Jennifer Paige Harelson
Feb 3, 2025
Jennifer Paige Harelson began her peaceful life with Jesus Christ February 3, 2025
She was funny, passionate, kind and generous to a fault. Jennifer was fiercely loyal, fiercely independent, unnaturally intelligent and deeply insightful. She went out of her way to make others feel included, important and special. Jennifer was an avid reader and loved movies; pride and prejudice, being her...
Leroy E. Fleming
Feb 3, 2025
Leroy E. Fleming, a cherished member of the Baton Rouge, Louisiana community, passed away at home on the evening of February 3, 2025, just one week after his 103rd birthday. Born on January 27, 1922, in Port Hudson, Louisiana, to Isaac “Ike” and Addie Fleming, Leroy lived a life defined by family and achievement.
As a star athlete at Baker High...
Patricia "Pat" Sue Farrow Flacy
Feb 2, 2025
Patricia “Pat” Sue Farrow Flacy, a resident of Baton Rouge, died at home on Sunday, February 2, 2025, with her daughter, Terri, by her side.
She was a homemaker who devoted her life to raising her three daughters. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, playing Pokeno and other games with friends, and cooking. Pat was especially known for her homemade hot tamales.
She was...
Mary Dardenne Michel
Jan 31, 2025
Mary Dardenne Michel, a beloved high school English teacher and cherished member of her community, passed away on January 31, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on April 2, 1949, in Baton Rouge, LA, Mary dedicated her life to education and service, leaving a profound impact on all who knew her.
Mary graduated from St. Joseph's Academy. She furthered her...
Taylor Renée Melançon
Jan 31, 2025
It is with unspeakable sadness that we announce the passing of Taylor Renée Melançon on Friday, January 31, 2025, at the age of 10.
A radiant light in the lives of everyone who knew her, Taylor was the embodiment of kindness, joy, and love. Beautiful inside and out, Taylor’s photogenic smile could light up any room, but it was her heart...
Narendra Marwaha
Jan 31, 2025
Narendra S. Marwaha, cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at the age of 74. He was born on June 15, 1950, in India.
Narendra is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years Manju Marwaha; daughter-in-law Pooja Marwaha; son Anirudha Marwaha; and grandsons Nikhil Marwaha, and Gautam Marwaha.
The family would like to invite everyone who...
Sandra Daigle
Jan 31, 2025
Sandra M. Daigle, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at the age of 81. Sandra was born in Bogalusa, Louisiana, on December 25, 1943, daughter of the late Elaine W. Mitchell and Ray A. Mitchell Sr. She worked at the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for 30 years.
Sandra's life was a true celebration...
Norman Carl Patterson Jr.
Jan 30, 2025
Norman Carl Patterson Jr, age 87, a native of Atlanta, Georgia, and a longtime resident of Denham Springs and Baton Rouge, passed away on January 30, 2025.
He retired from Exxon Chemical. He was a graduate of Baton Rouge High School, and Louisiana State University.
He was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church, where he served as Youth Director. Although...
