Obituaries
Benjamin Wicker, Jr.
Oct 21, 2016
Benjamin Franklin Wicker, passed away Friday, October 21, 2016, peacefully at his grandson's home in Central. He was 93 years old. Ben was born March 10, 1923 in Baton Rouge, the only son of Anna and Benjamin Wicker. At the tender age of 17, he joined the Marines and would not see his family again for four years. He...
Charles Tingle, Sr.
Oct 19, 2016
Charles Len Tingle, Sr. "My son, when you come to serve the Lord, prepare yourself for trials. Be sincere of heart and steadfast, undisturbed in time of adversity. Cling to him, forsake him not; thus will your future be great." Sir 2:1-3. On October 19, 2016 Charles Len Tingle, Sr., as a steadfast servant was rewarded with eternal life...
Horace Wilkinson, Jr.
Oct 18, 2016
"I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith" 2 Timothy 4:7 Horace "Doon" Wilkinson, Jr., 92, beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on October 18, 2016. He entered this world on March 3, 1924 in Liberty, MS. He proudly served his country in the...
Susan Jennings
Oct 16, 2016
Susan Rene' Hebert Jennings, 44, beloved Mother, Wife, and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on October 16, 2016. She entered this world on August 25, 1972 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to Claude and Carolyn Hebert. She attended East Ascension High School and enjoyed fishing, cooking and working in her flower garden. She is survived by...
George Wysor
Oct 2, 2016
George O. Wysor, 92, a native of Virginia and a resident of Slaughter, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, October 2, 2016, at Grace Nursing Home. He was known to make friends with everyone he met as he never met a stranger. He proudly served his country in the US Airforce for 21...
Kahnne Bialowas
Sep 28, 2016
Matthew 11:28 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Kahnne Louise Bankston Bialowas, a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Zachary, entered this world on October 8, 1960 to Larry and Eva Bankston. Kahnne went to see her Lord and Savior Jesus on September 28, 2016. She was...
Jackie Lasseigne
Sep 24, 2016
Jackie Nell Lasseigne, 73, beloved wife, mother and grandmother was called to be with her Lord and Savior on September 24, 2016. She entered this world on December 12, 1942 in Starkville, MS, born to William and Ruby Ellis Hawkins. She was a resident of Central for 44 years. Jackie is survived by her husband of 50 years, Charles...
James Fontenot
Sep 23, 2016
James "Bruce" Fontenot, 64 years old, was called to his eternal resting place peacefully on September 23, 2016. He entered this world on October 17, 1951 in Opelousas, LA, born to J.A Fontenot and Lou Lejeune. He was an avid bass fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors. He enjoyed rolling down the highway on his Harley. Bruce taught himself to...
Glynn Fleming
Sep 22, 2016
Glynn Keith Fleming "Flembob", 64 years old, was called to his eternal resting place peacefully on September 22, 2016. He entered this world on December 27, 1951 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to David and Ida Fleming. He was a real people person that loved fishing, hunting and cooking. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren,...
Barry Brown
Sep 21, 2016
Philippians 4:13 I can do all thing through Christ which strengthenth me. Barry Dale Brown, 64, was called to be with his Lord and Savior on September 21, 2016. He entered this world on September 20, 1952 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to Leslie and Bessie "Tot" Brown. He was a faithful member of St. Isidore Catholic Church. Barry...
Elaine Shar
Sep 14, 2016
A native of Wilmer and resident of Baton Rouge, Elaine Bennett Shar, passed away on September 14, 2016 at the age of 90. She graduated from Amite High School and later majored in Music at Southeastern Louisiana University. Her faith in the Lord and passion for gospel music was evident all through her life. She is survived by daughter...
Donovan Furr
Sep 13, 2016
A wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, foster dad, uncle and faithful friend to all who knew him; Donovan Crews Furr, 89, born January 10, 1927, departed this earthly life to meet his Heavenly Father on September 13, 2016 surrounded by his children and beloved friends. He and his Honey were residents of Central for 70 years. He was...
Abigail Frederick
Sep 11, 2016
Abigail Lynn Frederick, 2 years old, beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece and cousin was called to be with her Heavenly Father on September 11, 2016. She entered this world on December 10, 2013 in Hammond, LA, born to Will and Rhonda Frederick. Abigail means "the Father' s joy" and she brought joy to all that she met through her...
Eldridge Downey, Jr.
Sep 6, 2016
Eldridge (Red) Andrew Downey, Jr. Eldridge (Red) Andrew Downey, Jr. passed away peacefully in his home on September 6, 2016. A WWII veteran and a retired employee of Copolymer for 50+ years. He is proceeded in death by his wife, Effie Downey; brother, Thomas Downey; mother, Bertha Pickens and father, Eldridge Downey, Sr. Red is survived by his four...
Jeanne Smith
Sep 3, 2016
Jeanne Elizabeth Smith, 54, a resident of Central went to be with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, on September 3, 2016. She was born on January 13, 1962. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7. Jeanne is survived by her husband, Jim Smith; three sons, Brian...
Lawana Young
Aug 17, 2016
Lawana "Fay" Young, 77, beloved mother and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on August 17, 2016 at her home in Baton Rouge. She leaves behind her, two sons, James "David" (Susan) Young and Chris (Kalyn) Young; sister Mary Ann Noland Brumley Wallace; seven grandchildren; and many close family and friends. Fay is preceded in death by...
Kenneth Wilkewitz
Aug 15, 2016
Kenneth Gregory Wilkewitz, 68, beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather, native of Sarver, PA and resident of Zachary, was called Home on Monday, August 15, 2016. He was a retiree of Xerox Corp. He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of VFW, VVA, DAV and American Legion. He is survived by...
Kinzy Estess, Jr.
Aug 15, 2016
Kinzey Vardaman Estess, Jr., 85, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away surrounded by his family at home in Watson, LA on Monday, August 15, 2016. Kinzey, also known as Buddy, K.V. and Kin was a native of Hattiesburg and Georgetown, MS. Kinzey served in the Army as a medic in the Korean War. After, he attended Co-Lin Jr....
Linda Bishop
Aug 14, 2016
Linda Coco Bishop, 63, passed away on August 14, 2016. She was born on February 7, 1953 in Moreauville, LA. Linda proudly retired from Louisiana State Police with nearly 30 years of service. She will be missed dearly by all those who knew and loved her. Linda is survived by her daughter, Jenny Bishop Phenald and husband Brad; son,...
Karen Day
Aug 13, 2016
Karen Elizabeth Day, 74, adored wife, mother, grandmother & great-grandmother was called home to be with Jesus her Savior on August 13, 2016. A longtime Baker resident who was born Feb. 8, 1942, in Natchez, MS, she is survived by her best friend & husband, Thomas M. Day, & is preceded in death by her parents Edgar Bailey Wroten,...
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