Obituaries
Carolyn Mathis
Jan 12, 2017
Carolyn Blackwell Mathis, age 79, a native of Lutcher, LA, and a resident of Zachary, LA, passed away on January 12, 2017. Carolyn is survived by her two daughters, Tommi Dee Mathis and Danielle Guillory; her three sons, Carl Blackwell, Timmy Blackwell and Denny Mathis; her sister, Kandi Ritchey; her three brothers, Bill Bourgeois, RJ Bourgeois and Keith Bourgeois;...
Richard Westman, Jr.
Jan 11, 2017
Richard Gunnard Westman, Jr., a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on January, 11, 2017. Richard is survived by his parents, Richard Gunnard Westman, Sr. and Gail Ragland Westman; his brother, Ross Westman and wife, Leann; his uncle and Godfather, Robert Ragland; his uncle, John Studzinski; his Godmother, Cindy Mortillaro; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends across...
Nelwin Comeaux
Jan 11, 2017
Nelwin (Nell) Comeaux, a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on January 11, 2017. She was born in Ville Platte, LA, on May 5, 1922. Nell was a stay at home mom whose passion was to take care of her children and their families. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Johnie Robison. Nell is survived by...
John Wiese, Sr.
Jan 10, 2017
John Cavin Wiese, Sr., 76, of Baton Rouge, died Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, from complications following surgery. Born in Jamaica Plain, MA, he lived most of his life in Baton Rouge. He was a passionate man who left a big footprint. John attended Highland and Southdowns elementary schools, Baton Rouge Junior High,...
Bridgette Denicola
Jan 9, 2017
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7. Bridgette Frazier Denicola, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 6 p.m. on Monday, January 9, 2017, in Baton Rouge. She was 46, a native of Baton Rouge and a graduate of Parkview Baptist School and Southeastern Louisiana...
Katie Keogh
Jan 9, 2017
The world lost one of its brightest, most vibrant lights when Katie Keogh, 20, passed away in an accident on January 9. Katie was unmatched in her ability to conjure up an unstoppable laugh. Her genuine love for life and people was contagious. To know Katie was to know both joy and compassion. Katie was a graduate of Saint...
Glen Singleton, Sr.
Jan 8, 2017
Glen D. Singleton, Sr., age 89, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on January 8, 2017. Glen was the president of MOV, Inc. and was well known for his engineering abilities. He was a member of the Royal Cowboy Association who also enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening. Glen was a devoted member of First Methodist church, a...
Donald Rispone
Jan 7, 2017
Our beloved Jimmy passed away Saturday peacefully holding his sister's hand as we gave our blessing back to Christ and our parents. Jimmy, the 6th of seven children, was born to Sam and Rosalie Rispone on December 30, 1960. He is survived by siblings Sammy Rispone and Frankie, Gary Rispone and Glenda, Eddie Rispone and Linda, Johnny Rispone and...
Sanford Broussard
Jan 7, 2017
Sanford Jude Broussard, born April 16, 1938, a native of Duson, LA and a 52 year resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side on January 7, 2017. Sanford graduated from Judice High School and served in the United States Army in the 531st Transportation Division in Fort Riley, KS. He...
Opal Temple
Jan 6, 2017
Opal passed away at Amber Terrace Assisted Living Community on Friday, January 6, 2017, at the age of 90. She and her family moved to Baton Rouge from Dekalb County, Alabama, in 1944, soon thereafter joining First United Methodist Church, where she has been an active, devoted member ever since. She was retired from Entergy Corp. after a lifetime...
Jerry Rowe
Jan 3, 2017
Jerry Rowe died peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, January 3rd, 2017. Kindhearted and deeply spiritual, he loved to share his love for God's word with others. As such he attended Healing Place Church, and prayer groups regularly, as well as read scripture daily. Jerry was General Manager of Quality Metal Products & Capital Bolt and Screw for nearly 30...
Henry Tolusso, Jr.
Jan 3, 2017
Visitation Resthaven Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Thursday, January 5, 2017 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church 15615 Jefferson Hwy Baton Rouge, LA 70817 Friday, January 6, 2017 9:30 am-11:00 am Service Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church 15615 Jefferson Hwy Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Friday, January 6, 2017 11:00 am...
Rachel Moran
Jan 3, 2017
Rachel Green Moran, age 92, a resident of Greenwell Springs, LA, passed away on January 3, 2017. Rachel loved her church, her family and her friends. She also loved dogs, gardening and fishing. She is survived by her son, Alton Tracy Moran and his wife, Margaret; her grandchildren, Joel Moran and Amy Moran; and her brother, Hacy Green of...
Reginald Meyers, Sr.
Jan 3, 2017
Reginald L. Meyers, Sr. "Reggie", age 85, a resident of Walker, LA, passed away on January 3, 2017. Reggie was a Navy Veteran who retired out of Local 582 as a welder with 37 years of service. He loved watching sports. He was the beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather that will be missed dearly. He is survived by his...
Carroll Davis
Jan 3, 2017
Mary Carroll Davis, age 69, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on January 3, 2017 at 2:00pm. Carroll is survived by her loving and devoted husband, John Davis; her son, Scott Davies; her grandchild, Payton Davies; and her two puppies, Daphne and Cookie. At Carroll's request, no public service will be held. In lieu of flowers please...
Arthur Webster
Jan 1, 2017
Visitation Resthaven Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Saturday, January 7, 2017 11:00 am-1:00 pm Service Resthaven Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Saturday, January 7, 2017 1:00 pm
Oneil Landry, Jr.
Dec 30, 2016
Oneil Joseph (O.J.) Landry, Jr. died Friday, December 30th at The Carpenter House after a brief illness. OJ. was born in White Castle, Louisiana, the son of Oneil Sr. and Agnes LeBlanc Landry and grew up on the family sugar cane farm on Cora Texas Plantation. As a high schooler on White Castle's six-man football team, he was the...
Dona Hudson
Dec 29, 2016
Dona Martin Hudson, age 81, a resident of Bluff Creek, LA, passed away on December 29, 2016. Dona is survived by her sons, Julian "JD" Hudson and Carue Hudson III; her brother, Hiram Kay Martin; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Carue "Junior" Hudson; her parents, Cordelia and Julius Martin; and her...
Jacob Labauve
Dec 29, 2016
Jacob David LaBauve, a native of Franklin, LA and a resident of Prairieville, LA, passed away on December 29, 2016 at the age of 32. Jacob was a graduate of Hanson Memorial and Southeastern University. He was a loving father, husband, son, brother, and friend. He will be greatly missed by many. He is survived by his wife, Kristi...
Anton Iv
Dec 28, 2016
Anton (Tony) Roman Friedmann IV passed away at his home after a long struggle with Parkinson's Disease on December 28, 2016, his 70th birthday. Tony is survived by his wife of 45 years, Cathleen (Coonan), his daughters, Jennifer Friedmann and Mary "Molly" Bourgoyne (Brad), grandchildren Joseph, Anna, and David and siblings Mary Johnson, Walter Friedmann, and Connie Larson. Born...
