Obituaries
Eugene "Scotty" Cumpton
Dec 23, 2023
In Loving Memory of Eugene "Scotty" Cumpton
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Eugene "Scotty" Cumpton, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend to many and respected member of the community. Scotty took his final breath on December 23, 2023, at the age of 78, at home in Baker, Louisiana.
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Beth Ann Rush
Dec 15, 2023
Beth Ann Rush, age 79, born in New Orleans on July 15, 1944, a resident of Gretna and later Baton Rouge passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023, with her family by her side after a brief illness.
She was a graduate of West Jefferson High School and attended Louisiana State University. She was married to the late Gordon L....
Mary Allen
Nov 27, 2023
Mary Benzer Allen, 81 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Mary is survived by her loving children, Robin (Sims) and Shane (Donna); numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to join the family for the celebration of...
Mary Lou Spears
Nov 27, 2023
In the early morning of Monday, November 27, 2023, Mary Lou Spears, age 90, entered her final resting place in Heaven. She was born to Katie and E.M. "Bubba" Farmer on June 19, 1933 at her home in Montgomery, TX.
Mary Lou was the first commissioned woman officer in the Baker Police Department, and a long-time member of the...
William Darrell "WD" Johnson
Nov 5, 2023
William Darrell "WD" Johnson, 75 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend to many, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 5, 2023, peacefully at his home. He entered this world on August 30, 1948, born to Opal and WH "Dub" Johnson, in Lecompte, LA. He retired from Exxon Chemical in 2003...
Walter "Ray" Cotton
Oct 25, 2023
Walter “Ray” Cotton, 78 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Brother, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 25, 2023. He entered this world on December 28, 1944, born to Roger and Hattie Cotton, in Baton Rouge, LA.
Ray is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Linda Kennedy Cotton; his...
Jimmy Johnston
Oct 22, 2023
In Loving Memory of Jimmy Johnston
July 14, 1947 - October 22, 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Jimmy Johnston, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Surrounded by his loved ones, Jimmy departed this life on October 22, 2023, at his home in the City of Central, LA at...
Barbara Chustz
Oct 20, 2023
Barbara Ann Everett Chustz, 82 years old, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Sister, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 20, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on June 14, 1941, born to Lillie Marie Gant Everett and John Everett, Sr., in Kossuth, MS. She was a member...
Henrietta Manuel
Oct 19, 2023
Henrietta Magdalene (Gain) Manuel was born July 22,1937 on the family farm in Pocahontas, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Cleatious Sylvester Gain and Frances Blissenback Gain. She entered into eternal rest on October 19,2023 at the age of 86. Henrietta retired from the East Baton Rouge School System (Cafeteria) to become a stay-at-home grandmother and spend many wonderful years...
Thomas Pine
Oct 15, 2023
Thomas Evan Pine, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend to many, and loving member of his community, passed away on October 15, 2023, at the age of 87. He was born on March 31, 1936, in McComb, Mississippi, to parents whose love and guidance shaped him into the remarkable person he became.
Thomas, known affectionately as Tom...
Iris Cunningham
Oct 10, 2023
In Loving Memory of Iris Bagley Cunningham
Born on May 4, 1945, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Iris Bagley Cunningham, a cherished soul, breathed her last breath on October 10, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy that will forever impact those who had the privilege of crossing paths with her.
Iris, a...
Leslie Townsend
Oct 4, 2023
Leslie Paul Townsend sadly left us on October 4, 2023. His loving wife and cherished little dog, Reuben were by his side. Leslie was a retired Probation and Parole Officer with the Department of Corrections where he fulfilled his duties with honor, integrity, and compassion. Leslie loved Jesus with his whole heart and soul.
He is survived by his wife,...
Allen Mock
Oct 4, 2023
Allen Eugene Mock, a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, lifetime member of the Boilermakers Local Union 582, and long-time member of St. Isidore Catholic Church, peacefully passed away on October 4, 2023, at the age of 78. Surrounded by the warmth of his family, Allen's journey on Earth came to a close, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard...
Hazel Hagan
Oct 4, 2023
Sweet Hazel D. Hagan joined family and friends in a much better place on October 4, 2023. Born in 1927 in southern Illinois, she embraced many changes in her lifetime with a spirit of adventure. Hazel was married to Lowell Hagan for 62 years. Together, they moved 19 times around the country in pursuit of Lowell's career goals. At each...
Garnet Farris
Sep 30, 2023
Garnet Farris, 91 years old, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Aunt was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 30, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on March 16, 1932, born to Arah and James Herford, in Westlake, LA. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Baker. She...
Jerry Thomas Gurney
Sep 10, 2023
Jerry Thomas Gurney passed away at his home in Zachary, LA on September 10, 2023 after a brief illness. He was born in Baker, LA on November 24, 1934, and grew up in Zachary, LA. Jerry graduated from Zachary High School in the class of 1952. Shortly thereafter, he joined the U.S. Navy where he served until November of 1955....
Irene Andrews Booker
Sep 6, 2023
On September 6, 2023, Irene Andrews Booker, 95, was welcomed to eternal life by her husband, Thomas Alex Booker, Jr, daughter Alexis Campbell, and parents Irene and Robert Andrews.
Irene is survived by daughters Florence Baker (Milton) and Marilyn Crochet (Paul). Her grandchildren are Daron "Beaux" Baker (Shelly), Gaela Moncrief (Shane), Paula Miley (Bill), Randy Crochet (Toni), Stefanie...
Emmett Smith
Sep 5, 2023
A loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, great great grandfather, and friend to many, Emmett "Smitty, Lefty" Smith, Jr, passed away into the presence of the Lord, on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. He was 93 years old and a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church. His senior year at Baker High School, Emmett and his team won the basketball state...
Willard "Bubbie" Gunter
Aug 26, 2023
Willard "Bubbie" Joseph Gunter, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2023, at the age of 82. Born on November 21, 1940, in Alexandria, LA, Bubbie was the son of the late Frank and Sara Belle Gunter. He resided in Denham Springs, LA at the time of his passing.
Bubbie was known for his hard work and dedication as a...
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