Kerry Baron, Jr.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say, but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from Heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness, here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on Earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, 'I welcome you.' It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly, you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man, God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you...in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years, because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is over, I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb, but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night. ... 'My day was not in vain.' And now I am contented ... that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go.. from that body to be free, remember you're not going ... you're coming here to me. Author Ruth Ann Mahaffey. He was a loving son, brother and friend who will be missed dearly. A resident of Maurepas and native of Baton Rouge, he drowned in the Amite River in Maurepas on Saturday, April 25, 2009. He was 29 and a fence installer. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Tuesday, April 28, from 11 a.m. until religious service at 2 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Ken Spivey. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge. Survived by his lifetime partner, Shay Kennison, of Baton Rouge; father and stepmother, Kerry Louis Baron Sr. and Stacy; mother, Patricia Manzella and husband Troy Baker; a sister, Kristen Birchfield and husband Josh; brothers, Joshua Baron and Caleb Baron; grandparents, Machi Manzella, and Rose Crisler and husband Paul; aunts, Maria Bertrand and husband James, Catherine and husband Charles Decker, and Dawn Baron; uncles, Stan Baron, Bubba Baron and Ronald Manzella; nephew, Cameron Birchfield; niece, Jaelyn Birchfield; his dog, Baby Girl; and numerous cousins and other family and friends. Preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Stanley Louis Baron Sr. and Joseph Anthony Manzella. Pallbearers will be Joshua Birchfield, Christopher Decker, Ronald Manzella, Charles Decker, Trey Baron and Landon Allen. Honorary pallbearers are Joshua and Caleb Baron. He loved fishing and cooking. Special thanks to the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office and all who helped in his recovery. a href'ht

Visitation

Resthaven Funeral Home
11817 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA  70816
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
11am

Service

Resthaven Funeral Home
11817 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA  70816
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
2pm

Cemetery

Greenoaks Memorial Park
9595 Florida Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA  70815