Obituaries

Feb 23, 2021

God would not have covered most of the Earth with water if he did not want me to fish it. Robert Kirby Forester, at the age of 74, has gone fishing. Robert loved the water so much he was actually almost born on Bayou Lafouche, crossing the canal to get to the hospital. He worked for 23 years with...

Feb 22, 2021

Deborah “Dee” Clavier, age 66, resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, went on to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 22, 2021.

“Dee” is survived by Dale, her husband of 48 years. Three children; Melissa Franks, Johnathan Clavier and his wife Lisa, and Jordan Clavier and his wife Angelina. Five grandchildren; Kaleigh Franks, Andrew...

Feb 22, 2021

Iris Violet Balto went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 22, 2021. Vi (Vickie to her family) was born on September 27, 1938, in Salinas, Puerto Rico and has spent the last 25 years residing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Vi spent most of her life living in Manhattan and Staten Island, New York. Vi...

Feb 17, 2021

Elizabeth “Betsy” Reeder, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. A lifelong resident of Louisiana, Betsy was retired from the Louisiana Office of Group Benefits and a member of Hebron Baptist Church. She loved the Lord so faithfully and now rests in His loving arms.

Betsy is survived by her children, Ted...

Feb 16, 2021

Dianne Norwood Dean, age 67, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Denham Springs, passed away on Tuesday, February 16 as a result of COVID-19.  She was, without question, a very special person.

Always wanting to try a new adventure in life, be it fitness, good food, interior decorating, landscaping, traveling the world, or even riding...

Feb 13, 2021

Jesse L Strickland Jr, born August 3, 1939 and never met a stranger.

He is survived by his long time partner Ken Taylor, of 55 years.

Jesse is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

He is home with God now and his family is waiting for him.

Visiting hours will...

Feb 13, 2021

Adrine J. Franks, 81, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on February 13, 2021. She entered this world on January 13, 1940 in Cottonport, LA, born to Ogden and Ernestine Jeansonne. She was preceded in death by her husband Bobby D. Franks, of 61 years.

She is survived by her children Mark Franks (Karen),...

Feb 13, 2021

A kind-hearted gentleman, Richard Lloyd Pastorek passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 with his loving family by his side at the age of 96.

His greatest legacy was his family.  He was born to Joseph and Aimee' Pastorek in New Orleans on October 9, 1924.  Richard graduated from Fortier High School in 1941 and graduated with a Bachelor of...

Feb 12, 2021

PHILLIPS, BETTY JO

A resident of Baton Rouge, she died February 12, 2021 at home with family.  She was 97.  Religious services conducted by the Rev. Don Mahan.  Internment at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.

Survived by two sisters, Pauline Shirley (DeQuincy, LA) and Mary Ellen Goepfert (Baton Rouge); three sons, two daughters, and their spouses,...

Feb 12, 2021

Arnold Eugene (Gene) Simmons, of Baton Rouge, passed away on February 12, 2021 at the age of 93 with Gloria, his wife of 74 years, at his side. Gene was born in Baton Rouge to Lille and Shelton Simmons.  He was a graduate of Istrouma High School where he was on the football and basketball teams. He then served in...

Feb 10, 2021

Ella Maxine Thirlaway Hernandez, age 90, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 10, 2021.  Ella was laid to rest on February 13, 2021 in Baton Rouge.

Ella was born on January 7, 1931 in Louisville, Colorado to Alberta Ferguson Thirlaway and William Thirlaway.  In 1950, Ella met Terrance Edward “Terry”...

Feb 10, 2021

Patrick Bernard Martinez, Sr. was born in Belle Alliance, Louisiana on March 10, 1939. He left us peacefully on February 10, 2021 from his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where he lived most of his life and where he raised his family.

Patrick graduated from Donaldsonville High School then worked numerous jobs while supporting a growing family...

Feb 9, 2021

Cody Lane Casey was called to his eternal resting place on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at the age of 29. He entered this world on December 17, 1991 in Dallas, Texas. He is survived by his parents, Shane and Wendy Casey; brother, Tanner Shane Casey; grandmothers, Judy Ann Casey and Donna Holder; uncle, Curt Stanford; aunt,...

Feb 8, 2021

James “Pete” P. Martin, Sr., passed away peacefully at his home on February 8 at age 90. He was a long time resident of Baton Rouge.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Pauline “Valetta” Lee Martin, his three children; Terri Martin Griffin (husband, Frank P. Griffin III), Sherri L. Martin, James P. Martin, Jr....

Feb 7, 2021

Earl W. McAllister, resident of Central, formerly of Baton Rouge, passed away on Sunday, February 7 2021, at home on Blackwater Road, at the age of 90 years.  He was the 8th of 9 children born to Hiram and Birdie McAllister on April 7, 1930.  He graduated from Istrouma High School in 1947, and married the love of his...

Feb 7, 2021

Caroline Frances Esposito

February 28, 1997 – February 7, 2021

No beauty shines brighter than that of a good heart. – author Shanina Shaik

Caroline Frances Esposito lived her life just as she loved, with everything she had, until her heart couldn’t keep up anymore. Caroline died on February 7, 2021, as the...

Feb 7, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Robert Carl Lundholm. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 6, 2021

Angelo “Arthur” Arturo Corceone, age 48, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021. He was a hardworking, loving husband, a devoted father, and a friend to all.

Angelo was born on September 30, 1972, in Genoa, Italy. He grew up in Brooklyn, New York and Hutchinson, Kansas. He was a brilliant...

Feb 4, 2021

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” John 3:16

Ronald W. Torina, age 70, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Feb. 4th, 2021 at Ochsner.

Preceded in death in by his parents, Lee Torina and Katie...

Feb 2, 2021

Keith (Randy) Randall Henderson, Sr., age 63, a resident of Slaughter, LA, passed away on February 2, 2021.

He always loved the outdoors and spending time with his family and friends.

Randy is survived by his wife, Joan Henderson; his children, Randy and Erika Henderson, Jr. and Scotty and Kacie Henderson; his step-children, James and...