Obituaries
Karen M. Landry
Nov 7, 2025
Karen Leigh McKenzie Landry, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 7, 2025, at the age of 65. Karen was born on August 5, 1960, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Karen was a beloved wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother whose kindness touched the lives of everyone who knew her. In her professional life, Karen found fulfillment as...
Mary Jane "Jeanie" Miley
Nov 6, 2025
Mary Jane "Jeanie" Miley, a devoted woman of faith and family, talented designer, and passionate world traveler passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, November 6, 2025, in Port Allen, Louisiana. She was 84 years old and had bravely faced a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Born April 14, 1941, in Opelousas, Louisiana, Jeanie was the middle of...
Aaron Savant
Nov 5, 2025
Aaron Joseph Savant, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the age of 76.
The family will honor Aaron with a memorial service at a later date, please visit this site for updates.
We greatly appreciate the outpouring of love and support and ask for continued prayers as we navigate through this time of loss....
Dianne Conerly Pearson
Nov 3, 2025
Dianne Conerly Pearson, loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 74. She was born on December 31, 1950, in Tylertown, Mississippi to Cullen Conerly and Velma Blackwell Conerly.
Dianne is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of over 30 years, Paul Pearson; their beloved son, Taylor Pearson; her...
Jeffrey "Neil" Gibbs
Nov 3, 2025
With profound sadness, we share the news of the passing of Jeffrey "Neil" Gibbs, 42, who left us on Monday, November 3, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on May 21, 1983, in Springfield, Illinois, Neil was a beacon of intelligence and discipline from his earliest days. His numerous talents paved the way for a...
Jessica Díon Hughes
Nov 3, 2025
He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust. Psalms 91:1-2
Jessica Di’on Hughes, the youngest child and only daughter of Denise L. Gauthier and baby girl of Jessie Hughes, Sr.,...
Jack E. Jordan
Nov 3, 2025
Jack E. Jordan, born on September 24, 1957, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 68.
Jack was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He attended Highland Elementary and Tara High School. He also attended Louisiana State University. Jack was a member of the United States Navy. Jack was also a member of the National Rifle Association. Jack...
Kenneth "Ken" D. Howard
Nov 2, 2025
Kenneth “Ken” D. Howard, born on August 31, 1955, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the age of 70.
Ken was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He worked various jobs over the years and retiring as President from Telco, keeping his employees in line with government guidelines. Ken always enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels he sees...
William H. Lewis "Bill"
Nov 2, 2025
William H. Lewis (Bill), born on October 7, 1931, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the age of 94.
Bill was born in Smithville, Texas and grew up in Amite, Louisiana where he graduated from high school in 1948. In the early 1940’s he was a boy scout seat attendant at LSU Football games and became a lifelong Tiger...
Meenakshi S Peruvamba
Oct 31, 2025
Meenakshi (“Meena”) Peruvamba, our beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the age of 92. Born November 22, 1932, in Kurnool, India, Meenakshi’s life was a testament of her love, compassion, and devotion to her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her...
Johnny Edward Downs
Oct 30, 2025
Johnny Edward Downs, born March 8, 1942, went to be with Jesus at 3:36 a.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2025. A long-time resident of Baton Rouge, he was born in Carrollton, Mississippi and grew up in Kentwood, Louisiana. Johnny was one of four founding owners of St. Gabriel Valve Service, working alongside David Downs, Frank Forbes, and LaRue Forbes. He...
William Clayton Paine
Oct 28, 2025
William Clayton Paine, age 69, passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. A native of New Orleans and resident of Baton Rouge, he served as Director of Managed Care at Baton Rouge General Medical Center for over 20 years and as a provider representative at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. He was a graduate of...
Terry Lee Stark
Oct 25, 2025
Terry Lee Stark, Sr., a native of Tipp City, OH and a resident of Prairieville, LA, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the age of 77.
A loving husband, father, and “Papa”, enjoyed spending time with his loved ones, frequently attending his grandchildren’s events. Terry graduated from Tippecanoe High School in Tipp City, OH in 1967. He was an...
Glenn G. Broussard
Oct 24, 2025
Glenn G. Broussard passed away on October 24, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 85. Glenn was born on March 12, 1940, in Thibodaux, Louisiana, to St. Elmo and Virgie Broussard.
Glenn graduated from Nicholls State University in 1963 with a degree in Physical Education and even earned the honor of becoming the first "Mr. Nicholls" in 1960...
Shirley April Toadvine
Oct 24, 2025
Shirley April Toadvine, age 59, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, in Baton Rouge. She was born in Salisbury, Maryland, on May 24, 1966, to the late Theodore Albert Toadvine and Shirley Ann Stephens Toadvine.
April, as she was affectionately known, grew up on the family farm in the neighborhood of Rockawalkin in Hebron, Maryland. From early childhood, she was...
Janell Devall Dillard
Oct 23, 2025
Janell Devall Dillard, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the age of 78. Janell was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on February 27, 1947, daughter of the late John and Eula Percle Devall.
Janell’s life was characterized by her unwavering love for her family. She adored her grandchildren and their activities, never missing...
Mary Clare "Tootie" Nesbit LaCour
Oct 23, 2025
Mary Clare Nesbit LaCour, affectionately known as “Tootie,” passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the age of 97. She was born on October 16, 1928, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the youngest daughter of the late Grover and Alice Louise Nesbit.
Tootie was a proud graduate of Louisiana State University, where she earned a degree in Home Economics. Throughout...
Dr. Jo Ann McLennan Bowers
Oct 22, 2025
“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” – Psalm 16:11
Dr. Jo Ann McLennan Bowers, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born on...
Suzette Chauvin "Nana" Lowe
Oct 20, 2025
Suzette Chauvin Lowe, lovingly known as “Nana” by her grandchildren, children, family and friends, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025 in the care of Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA. She was a loving wife, grandmother, mother, sister, and neighbor to so many people in her lifetime. She was a true servant leader...
Kenneth "Sam" Matthews
Oct 16, 2025
Kenneth “Sam” Matthews passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the age of 54. He was born on December 28, 1970, in Franklin, Louisiana, and was later a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Sam loved to draw, go fishing with his buddies, and spend time with his friends and family.
Sam is survived by his siblings, Freddie Matthews, Benita Matthews, Gail...
