Obituaries
Eva Pourciau
Mar 18, 2018
Pourciau, Eva Mae Latham "I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one. I'd like to leave an after glow of smiles when life is done." Unknown author. Born June 12, 1933 in New Roads, La., she was 84, a Lifelong resident of Morganza, La., passed away on Sunday, March 18 at home, surrounded by her family....
Fay Hollis
Mar 17, 2018
Be not burdened with times of sorrow; I wish you sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much. Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch. Perhaps my time seems all too brief. Don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and peace to thee. God wanted me now; He set me free. Ola...
Frances Davis
Mar 10, 2018
Frances Evelyn Janway Davis, native of Eldorado, Arkansas, and a longtime resident of Baker, Louisiana passed away on her 91st birthday, March 10, 2018. She was a follower of Jesus Christ, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother, devoted wife, caring sister, and consistent friend. Frances was a retired East Baton Rouge Parish bus driver and spoke many times...
Joseph Babin, Jr.
Mar 9, 2018
Joseph A. Babin, Jr., 90 years old, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend to so many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 9, 2018. He entered this world on March 8, 1928, in Port Allen, La. He was a proud member of the United States Army. He was the kind of...
Emmanuel Hernandez
Mar 9, 2018
2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day, and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. It is with...
Willena Lewis
Mar 6, 2018
Willena "Sissy" Decker Lewis, 76 years old, beloved sister, and friend to so many, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 6, 2018. She entered this world on July 26, 1941, in Hickman, KY, born to Basil and Annie Decker. She graduated from Redemptorist High School in 1959. Sissy was a retired bookkeeper...
Frank Lees
Feb 25, 2018
Frank "Darren" Lees, 53 years old, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 25, 2018. He entered this world on August 13, 1964 in Natchez, MS, born to Fred and Jo Ann Lees. He enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors in nature. Darren will be missed by all who knew him. Darren is survived...
David Whitlock, Jr.
Feb 24, 2018
David Warren Whitlock Jr., 76, was called home by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 24, 2018. He passed away peacefully at his home after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by his loving wife, Sharon, of 51 years and his family. David, affectionally known as "Dickie" by his family was born in Natchez,...
William Mosley
Feb 24, 2018
God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be So He wrapped his arms around you, and whispered, "Come to Me". With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away, Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, a precious soul at rest, God broke our...
Ruth Duncan
Feb 20, 2018
God saw you were getting tired and a cure was not to be, so He put His arms around you and whispered, "Come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away, and although we love you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, a precious soul at rest. God...
John Johnson
Feb 19, 2018
John "Johnny" Johnson, 78, beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on February 19, 2018. He entered this world on November 17, 1939 in Ponchatoula, LA born to Alfred and Elsie Hill Johnson. He proudly served his country in The United States Army and retired from BREC in 2004. Johnny is survived by his...
Margaret Chevalier
Feb 19, 2018
Margaret "Teet" Fay Chevalier, of Morristown, TN formerly of Baker, LA., passed away Monday, February 19, 2018 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Chevalier; and granddaughter, Jennifer Devall. She is survived by daughters, Rhonda (Craig) Van Osdell and Denise (Raliegh) Rozas; sister, Rita Fletcher; and four grandchildren. The family will receive friends from...
Joseph Haynes
Feb 17, 2018
Joseph M. Haynes, Tank Car Joe, passed away on February 17, 2018, and a resident of Baker, La. He was born on December 26, 1935, in Donaldsonville, La. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, served during the Vietnam War, wounded and awarded the Purple Heart as well as numerous other awards and commendations. He retired...
Alton Carruth
Feb 12, 2018
Alton Louis Carruth, 64 years old, beloved father, brother and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on February 12, 2018. He entered this world on May 17, 1953 in, Clinton, LA., born to Marshall Lanis Carruth and Louise Carruth Saynes. He was known for his accomplishments as a restoration artist. Alton's love was motorcycles, antiques and vintage...
Thelma Bourke
Feb 3, 2018
Thelma Keowen Bourke, 86 years old, a resident of Central, beloved mother, and friend to many, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 3, 2018. She entered this world on October 16, 1931 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to Percy and Maggie Keowen. Thelma is survived by her loving daughter, Cindy Bourke Kendrick...
Lois Bryant
Feb 2, 2018
Lois Bryant, 82, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on February 2, 2018. She entered this world on November 11, 1935 in Bayou Jack, Louisiana, born to John and Alma Billiodeaux. Lois is survived by her sons, Randy Bryant and wife Teresa, Ronnie Bryant and wife Pam, and Robbie Bryant and wife Beth; daughter, Sissy Smart...
Cecilia Smith
Feb 1, 2018
Cecilia Smith, beloved mother and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on February 1, 2018. She entered this world on July 27, 1932 in Woodville, MS born to Casey and Iona Brown. She dedicated her life to the Lord and proudly served her country in the U.S. Army. Cecilia is survived by her sons, Guy David Smith,...
Stacey Basham
Jan 27, 2018
Gone I gave you my love, you can only guess how much you gave me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now it's time to travel on alone. So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must, then left your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that...
Barbara Wright
Jan 27, 2018
Barbara Taftlene Wright, 81 years old, beloved mother and granny was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 27, 2018. She entered this world on August 6, 1936, in Jacksonville, FL, 1st born to Taft Johnny Vaughn and Mary Hilda Sanders Vaughn. Barbara is survived by her 3 sons and daughters-in-laws, Anthony and Loretta...
Marion Derringer
Jan 25, 2018
Marion Taylor Derringer, 83 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, early Thursday morning, January 25, 2018. She entered this world on June 2, 1934, in Plaquemine, La. Marion was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Pride, LA., an avid gardener, a photographer, and care taker...
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