Obituaries

Nov 10, 2021

Mary Maude Lofton Posey, 90 years old, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Great-Great Grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 10, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on August 25, 1931, born to Lavina and Hardy Lofton, in McCall Creek, MS.

Mary is survived by...

Nov 9, 2021

Jeanette Hines Brashear, 72 years old, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 9, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on February 25, 1949, born to Marjorie and Enoch Hines, in Clinton, IL. She was a member of Live Oak Methodist Church. She...

Nov 5, 2021

Lenn Paul Scallan, 61 years old, beloved Father and Grandfather, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 5, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on January 4, 1960, born to Ruby and Harold Scallan, in Pineville, LA. He loved hunting and spending time outdoors. He was the service manager...

Nov 4, 2021

Diane Helstrom Shavers, 76, beloved friend, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother peacefully went to her eternal home on Thursday, November 4, 2021, surrounded by loved ones. Her ability to love unconditionally and put a smile on your face will be greatly missed by so many.

Diane is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Scott and Stacie Marino...

Nov 1, 2021

James Oliver Arnold "PePaw", left his earthly home to meet his Lord and Savior in his eternal home on November 1, 2021, at the age of 80, surrounded by his beloved family after a brain aneurysm left him asleep and at peace. He entered this world on January 30, 1941, born to Elizabeth Murray and Preston Arnold, in McCall...

Oct 31, 2021

Colleen Walker of Baker, Louisiana passed away on Oct 31, 2021. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Oct 30, 2021

Marlene passed away on October 30, 2021 in Denham Springs, LA. She was 85 years old. Marlene was raised in Gloster, Mississippi and attended Southwest Mississippi Junior College before moving to Baton Rouge in the early 1960s where she worked for Louisiana National Bank. She was a founding member of Watson Baptist Church and longtime senior adult social group...

Oct 28, 2021

A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and friend to many, Dolores Ard Smith, passed away into the presence of the Lord, on Thursday, October 28, 2021. She was a member of St. Isidore Catholic church, Catholic Daughters, small faith group, and a RCIA sponsor. Preceded in death by her parents, Ivy and Iva Ard of...

Oct 21, 2021

Allalee Goynes Thibodeaux, 92 years old, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 21, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on February 13, 1929, born to Estelle and Daniel Goynes, in Pine Grove, LA. Allalee is survived by her sons, Ron Thibodeaux and David...

Oct 21, 2021

Jeanelle Vick "Vicki" Bartlett, 82 years old, beloved Sister and Aunt was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 21, 2021. She entered this world on May 16, 1939, born to Mable and Earl Vick, in Louisville, MS. She was a member of St. Paul Methodist Church. Vicki is survived by her brothers; Roy...

Oct 11, 2021

Oma Jean Dunaway, 85 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 11, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on May 7, 1936, born to Omer and Ida Dulaney, in Tylertown, MS. Oma is survived by her loving daughter, Gloria Gustin and husband, Danny of Morganza; son, David Dunaway...

Oct 8, 2021

Clarence Joseph Legier (C.J.) entered the gates of heaven on October 8, 2021 at the age of 86. A Baton Rouge resident who was an Army Veteran and self employed for over 50 years. He owned his own gas station and towing company. C.J. is survived by his wife of 69 years, Verna; his children, Bryan and Rhonda; sister,...

Oct 6, 2021

Timothy "Tim" Charles Spell II, 46 years old, beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 6, 2021. He entered this world on November 9, 1974, born to Jeannie and Timothy Spell, Sr., in Baton Rouge, LA. He was a member of Life Tabernacle Church in Baton...

Oct 1, 2021

Thomas Moses Dugas, 89 years old, was called home, on October 1, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on July 8, 1932, in Morganza, LA. Thomas is survived by his son, Morris Dugas (Sondra); daughter, Annie; and his only grandchild, Rachel. Thomas is preceded in death by his wife, Veda Dugas, father, Leonce Dugas; and mother,...

Oct 1, 2021

Betty Pike Etue, of Zachary, passed away surrounded by her loved ones, at her residence on October 1, 2021, at the age of 79. Betty was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. She enjoyed worshiping God, reading, and visiting with her large family....

Sep 19, 2021

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13. Melanie McLin Spears, of Baton Rouge, passed away at her residence on September 19, 2021, at the age of 66. Melanie was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, godmother, cousin and wonderful friend. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. She was a...

Sep 19, 2021

Bless the Lord, oh my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name. Psalm 113:2 Norma June Morgan was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 19, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was 84 years old. Norma attended LSU where she played tennis and pursued general studies. It was...

Sep 17, 2021

Dicky Ray Smith, 59 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Son was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 17, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on February 2, 1962, born to Retha Moak Smith and Kermit Smith, in Baton Rouge, LA. He was an avid lover of the outdoors,...

Sep 12, 2021

Jennifer Jean Milligan Hastings, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 12, 2021. She entered this world on September 8, 1949, born to Sarah Maggio and Donald Milligan, in Baton Rouge, LA. She was retired from the East Baton Rouge Parish Sherriff's Office, she took great pride in...

Sep 8, 2021

Gail Guepet Ryan, a resident of Baton Rouge and native of Baker, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at the age of 85. Loving mother to David McGovern (Karon), Stephen Ryan (Jackie), and Kevin Ryan. Grandmother of Adam McGovern, Sean McGovern, Kathleen McGovern, Jason Ryan, Alixandra Ryan, and Kaden Ryan. Great grandmother of Aubrey Rose McGovern. Sister...