Obituaries

Dec 22, 2019

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have loved his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Ernestine Dickerson Harvey, born...

Dec 21, 2019

John Irving Fontenot, Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you...

Dec 20, 2019

Mary Vivian Love, 78 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 20, 2019. She entered this world on November 12, 1941, born to Rubein and Mary Cook, in Baton Rouge, LA. Mary was known for the amazing love she extended to everyone around...

Dec 8, 2019

Leonard "Lynn" Hildon Foreman, 76 years old, beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 8, 2019. He entered this world on January 13, 1943, born to Nell and Hildon Foreman, in Liberty, MS. Leonard was a faithful member of Istrouma Baptist Church. He was loved by...

Dec 7, 2019

Peggy Whitfield Owens, 84 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 7, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on November 8, 1935, born to Della and Lawrence Whitfield, in Picayune, MS. She attended Faith Baptist Church in Baker...

Dec 7, 2019

Arthur “Sonny” Murray Kleinpeter, 86 years old, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 7, 2019. He entered this world on August 3, 1933, born to Clifton and Irene Kleinpeter, in Baton Rouge, LA. Sonny was a charter member of St. Isidore Catholic Church and a member of...

Dec 4, 2019

Charles “Anthony” Lamonte, 63 years old, a resident of Baker, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 4, 2019. Anthony entered this world on August 4, 1956, born to Helen and Charlie Lamonte, in Baton Rouge, LA. He was an avid outdoorsman and hunter and was a Journeyman Carpenter for well over 30...

Dec 2, 2019

John Edward Dixon, 76 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 2, 2019. John entered this world on July 30, 1943, born to Adam and Anna Dixon, in Pottsville, PA. John was a faithful member of Blackwater United Methodist Church. He was a...

Nov 27, 2019

Norma Richard Pierce, 81 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 27, 2019 at her residence in White Castle. She entered this world on January 31, 1938, born to Ivy and Effie Richard, in Port Barre, LA. Norma attended Foster Road Baptist...

Nov 27, 2019

Rita "Gale" Brooks, 60 years old, beloved mother, grandmother and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 27, 2019. She entered this world on December 12, 1958, born to Ella and Tanner Abney, in Memphis, TN. She was a faithful believer in her Lord Jesus. She loved her family and...

Nov 26, 2019

Carlton “Fred/McGuyver” Ross Allen, 57 years old, beloved father, grandfather, and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 26, 2019. He entered this world on August 15, 1962, born to Zelma and Henry Allen, in Baton Rouge, LA. Carl owned and operated Central Alternator and Starter for many years. He...

Nov 21, 2019

Monika "Marie" Maria Bangs, 74 years old, beloved Wife, Mother, Nana and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 21, 2019. She entered this world on February 3, 1945, born to the late Barbara and Anton Hofer, in Italy. Marie enjoyed the outdoors and loved to care for her flower...

Nov 12, 2019

Milton Oscar Miller, known to many as Sonny or Mo, 80 years old, a life-long resident of Baker, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 12, 2019. He passed away peacefully at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family....

Nov 12, 2019

Cecile “Ceil” “Noonie” Haydel Thompson Thoms, 89 years old, long-time resident of Baton Rouge, beloved wife, mother, step-mother, grandmother, great grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 12, 2019. She entered this world on September 25, 1930, born to Claude and Hazel Haydel, in Whitecastle, LA. Ceil was a member of St. Isidore...

Nov 10, 2019

Thurman “Burns” Hicks, 84 years old, beloved father and grandfather went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 10, 2019. He entered this world on April 21, 1935, in Brewton, Alabama, born to Isaac and Myrtle Hicks. He was an electrician by trade and a pastor by the Lords calling. He was a faithful member...

Nov 4, 2019

Eleanor Brister Wallace, 89 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 4, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on March 17, 1930, born to Havie and Belle Brister, in Lincoln County, MS.

Eleanor is survived by...

Nov 4, 2019

Alice Fabre Bridges, 81, passed away on November 4, 2019 at her home in Baker, LA with her children at her side. She was a native of Baton Rouge and a 1956 graduate of Istrouma High School. Alice enjoyed traveling and camping. Her favorite place to vacation was Gatlinburg, TN where many cherished memories were made with her family....

Oct 25, 2019

Audrey C. Vickers, 98 years young, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great grandmother, Aunt, Friend, Maw Maw and "Mom" to many, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 25, 2019 at 12:56 a.m. She entered this world on February 28, 1921, born to John and Alma Chapman in Wisner, LA. Mom was a faithful member...

Oct 23, 2019

James "Jimmy" Talmadge Jenkins, 77 years old, beloved Father, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 23, 2019. He entered this world on February 27, 1942, born to Elouise and Talmadge Jenkins, in New Orleans. James is survived by his 2 sons, Chad Guerra and Jeffrey Jenkins; Daughter, Jimmie Dell Jerry; step-daughter, Fran...

Oct 16, 2019

“For though I am absent from you in body, I am present with you in spirit…” Col 2:5 Jimmie Doyle Rodgers, 66 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 16, 2019. He entered this world on June 22, 1953, born to Hazel and...