Obituaries
James J. Lackett
May 17, 2026
Dr. James “Jim” John Lackett passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Baton Rouge, La.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, George and Emma Lackett; his brothers and sister, Anthony, Paul “Al,” William “Bill,” George “Chub,” and Alice; and his son, James “Jim” John Lackett II.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Noreen; his children, John...
Berkley Rhorer Moore
May 16, 2026
Berkley Ann Rhorer Moore, loving mother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 16, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on November 21, 1941, in Plaquemine, Louisiana, daughter of the late James and Rosemary Rhorer. Berkley was a devout Catholic and a proud parishioner of St. George Catholic Church, where her faith was an integral part of...
Charles "Charlie" E. Manning
May 16, 2026
Charles "Charlie" Edgar Manning, 77, a resident of Gonzales, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home.
Charles was a proud United States Marine who served his country during the Vietnam era. He came from a deeply patriotic family with generations of military service. Following his military service, Charles dedicated 32 years to...
Arnold Patrick Saucier
May 14, 2026
Arnold Patrick Saucier, born October 5, 1944, native of Watson, Louisiana, and long-time resident of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on May 14, 2026. Battling many health problems for several years, his doctor called him “Lazarus”.
He graduated from Live Oak High School, attended Louisiana State University and served in the United States Army. He always...
Bobby Gerald Osborn Sr
May 12, 2026
Bobby Gerald Osborn Sr., age 91, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. He was born in Many, La, and later moved to Coldwater, La. He then again moved to Lake Charles, La, and once more to Baton Rouge, La.
Bobby loved to return to his family home in Coldwater, La, as much as he could. He and his siblings stayed...
Julie J. Johnson
May 12, 2026
Julie Jessie Johnson was born in Church Point Louisiana, January 24, 1958. Julie was a free spirit; bringing joy and encouragement to everyone she met. A collector, she became an expert at antiques and jewelry, leading to her business. She traveled as much as possible seeing America and parts of Mexico and Canada. After a long illness she passed away...
William "Bill" Gregg
May 10, 2026
William “Bill” Russell Gregg, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully at home in Baton Rouge surrounded by his family on Sunday, May 10, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marcia Brown Gregg; as well as his daughter Melissa Gregg Blake; son Jared Russell Gregg; grandson Benjamin Gregg Blake; and granddaughter Ashley Alexandra Blake. He is also survived...
Carolyn Blessing
May 9, 2026
Carolyn Blessing passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the age of 79. She was born July 16, 1946, in Wilmington, Delaware to Harry William Deshay and Minnie Hawk Deshay. Carolyn graduated from William Penn High School in New Castle, Delaware. In 1980, she moved to Gonzales, Louisiana. She had a tenured and successful career with Arkel International as...
Allan R. Stuart
May 9, 2026
Allan Roderick Stuart passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born June 14, 1941, in Lansing, Michigan to George Roderick Stuart and Lillian Ione Bailey Stuart. After graduating high school, Allan joined the United States Military, proudly serving his country for over three years. Upon being honorably discharged, he resided in Georgia, it...
Ram Nath Bhatia
May 9, 2026
Ram Nath Bhatia passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 83. He was born on September 18, 1942, in Bannu, India, to Remal Das and Lachmi Devi Bhatia.
Ram graduated from The University of Florida with a master’s in chemical engineering and went on to work for ExxonMobil as a chemical engineer. Outside...
Maurice "Wink" Winker
May 7, 2026
Maurice Winker, 86, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on May 7, 2026. He was born in Tomahawk, Wisconsin. He graduated from Saint John’s University in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, leading him to become The Computer Manager at The Louisiana State Teachers’ Retirement System. Maurice entered the Army and retired as a Colonel after 30 years of Active and...
Ted Hicks
May 7, 2026
Ted Hicks, 82, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so deeply and devotedly throughout his life.
Born on February 14, 1944, Ted lived a life defined by strength, resilience, generosity, unwavering faith, and unconditional love for his family. While many knew him as a successful entrepreneur, respected businessman, developer, mentor, proud United States Navy...
T. Barry Hingle
May 6, 2026
T. Barry Hingle was born May 1, 1942, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly.
Barry graduated from Istrouma High School as part of the Class of 1960, before proudly serving in the United States Navy from 1960 to 1964 aboard the USS Patrick Henry.
On October 18,...
Marquetta Lively Kleinpeter
May 5, 2026
Marquetta Ruth “Kitta” Lively Kleinpeter, born on July 4, 1932, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the age of 93.
Marquetta was born in Plaquemine, Louisiana. After completing high school, she went on to become a Clerk and retire from the East Baton City Parish Treasurer’s office after 25 years of service. She was a member of First Baptist...
Sally Fields Riddle
May 5, 2026
Sally Fields Riddle, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the age of 81.
Resident of Baton Rouge, Sally was born in Robstown, Texas, on June 29, 1944, daughter of the late Arthur Jennings and Mary Marbry Kelly. Prior to her retirement, Sally dedicated her career to the financial services, working at Telco...
Rose Schittone Datz
May 4, 2026
“For we live by faith, not by sight. We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. So, we make it our goal to please Him, whether we are at home in the body or away from it.” - 2 Corinthians 5:7-9.
Rose entered her heavenly home on Monday, May...
Ida "Aline" Bridges Andrews
May 4, 2026
Ida “Aline” Bridges Andrews of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the age of 70, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 29, 1956, in Baton Rouge, LA, to Clive P. Sr. and Ida Mae Bridges.
Aline graduated from Woodlawn High School in Baton Rouge, LA. She retired as a dental technician, after...
Beatrice "Bea" Ramagos
May 3, 2026
Beatrice “Bea” Ramagos, born on January 27, 1928, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the age of 98.
Bea was born in Long Pine, Louisiana. Over the years, she spent time working in retail, as well as creating a home for her family. She was an active member at Parkview Baptist Church for 50+ years, as well as a...
Adriane W. Tullier
Apr 30, 2026
Adriane W. Tullier passed away in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the age of 85. She was born on February 15, 1941, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Eldon and Alice Winchester.
After graduating from Mundelein College in Chicago, Adriane was a dedicated teacher for 38 years in both public and Catholic schools. Not only was she committed...
