Obituaries
Sandra Owen McBride Hebert
Jun 22, 2025
Sandy Hebert, a loving mother, talented artist, and devoted animal lover, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was born on July 11, 1940, and grew up in St. Joseph, Louisiana, before making her home in Baton Rouge. A proud alumna of Louisiana State University, she dedicated 30 years of her career to the...
Joseph Peter Rotolo
Jun 21, 2025
Joseph “Jay” Peter Rotolo passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the age of 94. A native of Baton Rouge, he was born October 27, 1930, to Vincenzo “Charlie” Rotolo and Domina “Maggie” Rumfola Rotolo.
Jay enlisted at 17 years old in the United States Marine Corp and served with honors in the Korean War. In 1954, he and his sweetheart,...
Sean Christopher Howell
Jun 19, 2025
Sean Christopher Howell passed away on June 19, 2025. He was born in New Orleans on June 7, 1966, and was a resident of Baton Rouge. He graduated from Catholic High School and Louisiana State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Basic Sciences, and also graduated from The University of Louisiana Monroe with degree in Pharmacy. Sean worked...
Julia Brumfield Nesbit Peters
Jun 18, 2025
Julia Brumfield Nesbit Peters, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, went into the house of the Lord Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 4:44pm at the age of 87. Julia was born in Centreville, Mississippi on October 31, 1937, daughter of the late John P. Brumfield and Lucille Koen Brumfield. Julia’s life was one of purpose and passion. After graduating from...
Connie J. Smith
Jun 17, 2025
Connie J. Smith passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at the age of 91. She was born on March 12, 1934, in Hammond, Louisiana to John William Lipscomb, Sr. and Thelma Juanita King Lipscomb. A graduate of Hammond High School, Connie won Homecoming Queen and reigned as Strawberry Queen.
She was preceded in death by her parents;...
Santiago Vilas
Jun 16, 2025
Santiago Vilas passed away in his sleep, surrounded by family, on June 16, 2025, at his residence in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born in Vigo, Spain on August 15, 1931, he began working for a local newspaper when only 14 and by age 16 was publishing articles as a young reporter. His distinguished professional journalistic career included vice editor-in-chief at age...
Glenda G. Nash
Jun 13, 2025
Glenda Green Nash, a native of Oak Grove, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the age of 71.
She worked various jobs including banking, billing, office management for multiple medical offices, including psychiatry, was certified as medical practice manager (CMPM), and an office manager & X-ray tech for a Chiropractor’s office.
She...
Sham Lal Sachdev
Jun 13, 2025
Sham Lal Sachdev, a native of Hoshiarpur, India and a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025 at the age of 87. He worked as a chemist, entrepreneur, and a lifelong educator. He enjoyed gardening, exercising, helping others, and caring for his family that he loved so much.
He was preceded in death by his...
Donald W. Buller
Jun 12, 2025
Retired BRPD Chief of Detectives Donald Wayne Buller passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born in Ville Platte, Louisiana on April 27, 1940, to Tillman Buller and Gladys Soileau Buller. Don was a member of the Army National Guard as an MP. He was a 1970 graduate of Loyola University, where he...
Leah B. Buller
Jun 12, 2025
Leah Theresa Baron Buller passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born in upstate New York on September 27, 1945, to Howard Morris Baron and Laverne Porter Baron. Upon graduation from high school, she joined the United States Army and proudly served our country until being honorably discharged in 1968. Her career spanned...
Milda Miller Porter
Jun 10, 2025
Milda Miller Porter passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the age of 89.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Zoar Baptist Church, 11848 Hooper Rd in Baton Rouge. Visitation will be held at the church on Monday, June 16, 2025, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Interment will...
Jacqueline "Jackie" L. Granger
Jun 10, 2025
Jacqueline “Jackie” Lynn Granger, a native of Rockford, IL and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the age of 64. Jacqueline worked in the food service industry and when she was not working, she enjoyed gardening and collecting knick-knacks.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph F. Griffen and Carolina Griffen;...
Jay McGee
Jun 9, 2025
Andrew “Jay” McGee, 63, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was at home, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on April 20, 1962, in Utica, New York, Jay was the beloved son of the late Robert Andrew McGee and Joyce Anne Bishop. He was a devoted brother to...
James Kelly
Jun 8, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of James Alvin Kelly on June 8, 2025, following a brief illness.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, William and Marguerite Kelly; his brothers A.J., William Jr., and Robert Kelly Sr.; his sister, Katherine Dubroc, his nephew, René Peytral, his sister-in-law Reneé Kelly, and his brother-in-law Vincent Dubroc.
He leaves...
Cynthia E. Marceaux
Jun 7, 2025
Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die.’ John 11:25-26
Cynthia Gail Eskins Marceaux, cherished wife, mother, and grandmother was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday morning, June 7, 2025, at the age of...
Walter Vallecillo Ortiz
Jun 7, 2025
Walter Vallecillo Ortiz, born on October 2, 1987, in El Progreso, Yoro, Honduras, passed on June 7, 2025, at the age of 37.
Walter was a dedicated project manager for a construction company. He held a degree in business management, which served as a solid foundation for his professional journey.
Beyond his professional career, he had a deep appreciation for cars and...
Jonnie Lu Kleinpeter
Jun 6, 2025
Jonnie Lu Kleinpeter passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the age of 80. She lived a beautiful, faith filled life, and was loved by all who knew her. She prayed the Rosary daily and was gracious in all that she did. She was known for her willingness to host many a dinner for friends and parties for...
Emma Jane "Janie" Roberts
Jun 5, 2025
Emma Jane “Janie” Roberts, cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Franklin, Louisiana, on November 24, 1946, Janie was a beloved daughter of the late Dallas and Emma Lucy Noel Hebert. A long time resident of Terrytown, Louisiana, and recent resident of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, she...
Merval Joseph Landry
Jun 4, 2025
Merval Joseph Landry, 90, of Bayou Vista, Louisiana, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday June 4, 2025. Merval was born October 31, 1934, in Morgan City, Louisiana to Charles and Mary Grace Angeron Landry.
Merval was a self-reliant, strong-willed man with an incredible work ethic, who was very much loved by his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was quick witted...
Joseph D. Benoit
Jun 4, 2025
Joseph D. Benoit, was born June 18, 1929, to Gilbert and Edolia Benoit. He passed peacefully from this life, surrounded by his family, on June 4, 2025.
He was married to the love of his life, Lola Grant Benoit for 74 years. He retired from Kaiser Aluminum after 35 years of service. He enjoyed riding horses, gardening, barbequing, playing fast pitch...
