Obituaries
Thomas N. Tully Sr.
Oct 31, 2024
Thomas ("Tom") N. Tully, Sr., passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born May 29, 1938, in East Chicago, Indiana. Tom moved with his family to Baton Rouge in 1953. That is where he met his wife Donna Fairchild to whom he was married for 67 years.
He graduated from Baton Rouge High School...
Louis Lamar Alexander, Sr.
Oct 31, 2024
Louis Lamar Alexander, Sr. passed away on the morning of Thursday, October 31, 2024. He was surrounded by loved ones and caregivers during his last few days of life.
Louis is survived by his three children, Louis Lamar Alexander, Jr., Becky Edwards, and Debbie Hathcox (Jay); stepchild, Amy Davis (Jack); eight grandchildren, Katy (Jeremy), Raven, Haley, Jacob (Tiffany), Logan (Felicity), Noah,...
Blaise Joseph Salario
Oct 29, 2024
Blaise Joseph Salario, a resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 88. He was a graduate of Catholic High School. He retired as a Manager with the LA Department of Transportation and Development with 39 years of service. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Denham Springs, LA.
Blaise...
Verna Lee Pendergrass
Oct 29, 2024
Verna Lee Pendergrass passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 94. She was born Wednesday, September 6, 1930, in Florence, South Carolina to Clyde Barden and Corrie Bragdon Barden. Verna worked for the Detroit Public School System, where she was a cafeteria supervisor, and a proud union member.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her...
Michael Vincent Marcello
Oct 29, 2024
Michael Vincent Marcello of Bueche, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 88.
He was born October 31, 1935, to Charles Marcello and Mary Cosenza Marcello of Donaldsonville, Louisiana.
Michael was a long-time member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lakeland and a member of the Knights of Columbus 8878.
He loved spending time with his family...
Glenn Roy Battle
Oct 28, 2024
Glenn Roy Battle was born December 23, 1944, to George William Battle (deceased) and Norma Babin Battle. He entered eternal life on October 28, 2024. On October 22, 1966, he married and is survived by his high school sweetheart, Joan Evelyn Dupuis Battle. Also surviving him are his cherished children, Michael Glenn Battle, married to Lisa Lynn Billeaud Battle, and...
Betty Butler Brock
Oct 28, 2024
Betty Butler Brock passed away in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on October 28, 2024, at the age of 94 and enjoyed a long, happy and healthy life. She was a resident of Baton Rouge for 46 years. In great health for her age, dementia progressively took her memory.
Betty was a career banker. She started at Washington Bank in Franklinton and was...
Earnest "Ernie" Guitreau
Oct 27, 2024
With a heavy heart and great sadness, we announce the passing of Earnest “Ernie” Guitreau, on October 27, 2024, at the age of 79. He was born on July 8, 1945, in Baton Rouge, a son of the late Willie Mae Welda and Joseph Harold Guitreau.
In 1965, Ernie married Barbara “Bobbie” Guitreau, his partner in life and love. Both having...
Anne Crowell Wilson
Oct 27, 2024
Anne Crowell Wilson passed away October 27, 2024, in Baton Rouge, La., at the age of 81. She was surrounded by family. Anne was born Dec. 13, 1942 in Alexandria, La. She was a graduate of Bolton High School in Alexandria and Louisiana State University.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Marvin Wilson; and her parents, Allen...
Sandy Bailey
Oct 26, 2024
LySandra Renee (“Sandy”) Bailey passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the age of 77. She was born September 8, 1947, in Ida, Louisiana to Samuel Lummus and Betty Maddox Lummus. She attended Donaldsonville High School. Sandy was Vice-President of American Banking, where she was a dedicated employee for over 25 years.
She is preceded in death by her parents;...
Maria Francois Blank
Oct 25, 2024
Maria do Carmo Franco Pato Francois Blank was born on July 16, 1938, and entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the age of 86.
Maria is survived by her eight children, all who were born within ten-and-a-half years of her wedding: David (Marye) Blank, Kathy Trahan, Diane (Bill) Cook, Richard (Carol) Blank, Paula Blank, Theresa Luckett, Andrea...
Judy Morrow
Oct 25, 2024
Judy Morrow, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the age of 84. She was born on July 7, 1940, in New York City, New York.
Judy dedicated her life as a homemaker, mother, and baby nurse. She loved music and animals, and her smile brightened everyone’s day.
She is preceded in death by her...
Duong Van Muc
Oct 25, 2024
Duong Van Muc, born on April 15, 1964, passed away on October 25, 2024, at the age of 60.
Duong was born in Rach Gia, Vietnam. After graduating from technical college, he spent most of his life self-employed in various types of jobs. He was also a member of the Tam Bao Temple.
Duong is survived by his wife of 40 years,...
Sarah A. Doss
Oct 25, 2024
Sarah Elizabeth Allen Doss passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the age of 95. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee to George Locke and Marvin Anna Allen.
After graduating High School, Sarah served her country in the United States Women’s Air Force. She later worked as a secretary and devoted her talents as a wife and mother. She was...
Mildred Trotti
Oct 24, 2024
Mildred Methvin Trotti, lovingly known as "Pitty," passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at the age of 91, surrounded by her family. Born in St. Francisville, Louisiana, on October 28, 1932, Mildred was a dedicated wife to the late John R. Trotti, Jr., a nurturing mother, and a cherished grandmother, aunt, and friend.
Mildred's devotion to her family and...
Dustin Comeaux
Oct 23, 2024
Dustin Wayne Comeaux, age 37, resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, of cardiac arrest.
He loved God and his family very much. His favorite enjoyable hobbies were hunting and fishing. He had a big heart that was full of compassion and generosity for others. His special gift was laughing and joking around, he liked acting...
Billy Jean Pevey Lewis
Oct 22, 2024
Billy Jean Pevey Lewis passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at the age of 94.
She was born September 5, 1930, in Piave, Mississippi to Frederick Pevey and Nettie Moye Pevey. She received her bachelor’s in education from University of Missouri at St. Louis, and after graduation started her career as an elementary school teacher.
Billy was a member of The...
John Loren Huddleston
Oct 20, 2024
A native of Dallas, Texas, and resident of Napoleonville, Louisiana passed away at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the age of 82. He was born February 2, 1942, to John L. and Margaret Clark Huddleston.
John is survived by his two sons, Christopher (Jamie) and Andrew (Kelly) Huddleston; a daughter, Meg (Jason) Placke; a sister, Anne Sullivan; and seven...
Triem Tran
Oct 20, 2024
Triem Van Tran a resident of Baton Rouge, LA passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the age of 81. He was born on March 2, 1943, in Quang Tri, Vietnam.
Triem served during the Vietnam War helping the United States Military. After coming to the US, he worked as a teachers aide. He loves gardening and spending time with...
