Obituaries
Glenn Dale Murray, Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
In the early morning hours of July 8, 2025, the world lost a truly good man when Glenn Dale Murray, Jr., known as Dale, passed away in his sleep from an apparent heart attack. Dale was a gentle soul and a wonderful husband, father, and friend. His kindness, sincerity, and selflessness were legendary among those fortunate enough to know him.
Dale...
Theresa Guidry Himel
Jul 8, 2025
Theresa Guidry Himel, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at the age of 69. Resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Theresa was born on August 30, 1955, in Lutcher, Louisiana, daughter of the late Eugene and Irene Simon Guidry Jr. She graduated from Nicholls State University with a Bachelor of Science degree and...
Rodney Plauche
Jul 5, 2025
Rodney Plauche passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was 76 years old. He was born on January 6, 1949, in Cottonport, Louisiana to Reeves Plauche and Mamie Dee Guillory Plauche. His father was a longtime Scoutmaster, this was a driving factor in Rodney’s time in Boy Scouts, where he earned numerous medals and recognitions....
Hazel E. Levatino
Jul 4, 2025
Hazel Estelle Levatino, cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, will forever be remembered for her warmth, courage, and spirit. She passed away peacefully on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the age of 83.
Born on May 25, 1942, in Amite, Louisiana, Hazel led a life full of purpose and dedication. She served her community as a sheriff deputy, a role that...
Alexis Alfonso
Jul 1, 2025
Alexis Alfonso passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the age of 77. She was born on October 13, 1947, in Habana, Cuba, to Jose V. Alfonso and Aydee Sanchez. Alexis was dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and completed her master’s degree - along with serving many years as a system analyst.
She was preceded in death by her...
Anthony Freddy Pichon, Jr. "Duke"
Jul 1, 2025
Anthony Freddy Pichon Jr., lovingly known as “Duke,” a devoted husband, father, brother, and lifelong caregiver, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was 72.
Born on September 30, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Louise and Freddy Pichon, Duke dedicated 44 years of his life to nursing, a profession that...
Mercedes B. Daigle
Jun 30, 2025
Mercedes Eve Borne Daigle of Baton Rouge died on June 30, 2025 at the age of 97.
Mercedes was born into a large family to parents Noelie and Jules Borne residing in Assumption Parish during her childhood. With many brothers and sisters, she was a survivor, living beyond the death of her husband, siblings, numerous nieces, nephews, and a granddaughter, Rochelle...
Lory Braud
Jun 29, 2025
Loralee Marie Kliebert Braud, known to everyone as Lory, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at the age of 86. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Loralee was born October 16, 1938 to the late Brierre and Hazel Dupuy Kliebert, in Lafourche Crossing, Louisiana. After graduating from Holy Name of Mary in Algiers, Louisiana in...
Jaxson Zion Winters
Jun 28, 2025
Jaxson Zion Winters was born at rest on Saturday, June 28, 2025. He was the beloved son of Heather Winters and Darrell O’Dell Winters, Jr.
He leaves to cherish his memory his parents; his siblings Haven, Camryn, Brooklyn, Micah, Nina and Averie. Jaxson is also survived by his paternal grandparents, Mary Denise Winters and Darrell O’Dell Winters, Sr; his aunts Brittany...
Luong Van Tran
Jun 28, 2025
Luong Van Tran passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the age of 86.
A Service will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home on Saturday, July 5, 2025, beginning at 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.
Terry "T-Pop" Cormier
Jun 27, 2025
Terry Lee Cormier, affectionately known to most as TC, Tee, or simply “T-Pop” to his beloved granddaughters, passed away on June 27, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 71. He was born on June 21, 1954, in Church Point, Louisiana, to John Clelon and Marie Francois Cormier.
Terry is survived by his wife of 50 years, Melanie Simmons...
Stana Savatovic
Jun 27, 2025
Stana Savatovic, age 74, passed away at Baton Rouge General on Friday, June 27, 2025.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend. Stana found joy in the simple pleasures of life—gardening, mowing the lawn, and spending time poolside with her great-grandchildren. She took great pride in her perfectly manicured yard, not just for its beauty, but as...
Minnie "Lee" Blanchard
Jun 27, 2025
Minnie “Lee” Miller Blanchard passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born on February 15, 1932, in Denham Springs, Louisiana, to Wallace and Annie Miller.
Lee attended Southeastern Louisiana University before beginning her career as an accountant for the Department of Education, where her work was characterized by her commitment and service to the...
Max J. Forbes Jr.
Jun 26, 2025
Max J. Forbes, Jr., a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, peacefully passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the age of 94. He was born on August 28, 1930, in Hammond to parents Max J. Forbes, Sr. and Mildred Agnes Wolf.
Max enlisted in the U.S. Navy in his late teens and proudly served four years of active duty...
Laurence William Graffeo
Jun 26, 2025
Laurence William Graffeo passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the age of 49. Laurence was born on December 20, 1975, in Nutley, New Jersey, to Warren and Mary Louise Graffeo.
He briefly attended Southeastern Louisiana University before beginning his career as a mechanic, where he became known as a “fixer of all things”. Laurence proudly served in the Louisiana...
Bruce J. Gueho
Jun 26, 2025
Bruce J. Gueho passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 87. He was born on July 10, 1937, in Plaquemine, Louisiana, to Joseph A. and Milda Babin Gueho.
A graduate of St. John High School, Bruce laid the foundation for a career with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), where he...
LTC Joseph “Jody” T. Babin, III (USAR retired)
Jun 26, 2025
Known for his infectious laugh and servant’s heart, LTC Joseph “Jody” T. Babin, III (USAR Retired) passed away peacefully at home on June 26, 2025. He was born in Biloxi, MS on July 18, 1953, and lived in Baton Rouge for most of his 71 years. He was a graduate of LSU, where he was an ROTC cadet. Years later, Jody...
Tracey Lynn Wright
Jun 26, 2025
Tracey Lynn Wright, a native and resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family at the age of 53.
She is survived by her loving father, John Wright; sisters, Susanne Wright and Jennifer Hebert and her husband A.J.; nephews, Dillon Haley, Dawson Hebert, and Gunner Hebert.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Marsha...
Juanita Seal ("Nina") Nolan
Jun 25, 2025
Juanita Seal “Nina” Nolan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at her home with her family by her side. She was 96 years old. Nina was a native of Sicily Island, Louisiana and a longtime resident of Baton Rouge.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Joseph C. Nolan, Jr.; two sisters; and two sons-in-law.
Nina...
Deborah "Debbie" Guerin Moran
Jun 25, 2025
Known for her vibrant personality and compassionate heart, Deborah “Debbie” Guerin Moran passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in Gonzales, Louisiana. Debbie was born on October 1, 1951, in New Roads, Louisiana, and was the first child of James Douglas Guerin, Sr. and Virgie Hebert Guerin.
Raised in Morgan City, she attended Central Catholic High School. After graduation in 1969, Debbie...
