Obituaries
Doris S. Fulgham
Apr 24, 2025
Doris Smith Fulgham, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the age of 88. Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on February 9, 1937, she was the beloved daughter of the late Issac “Ike” and Myra Ellen “Tillie” Smith. Doris graduated from Istrouma High School.
Doris was a devoted member of First United Methodist...
Rita C. Doucet
Apr 22, 2025
Rita Clements Doucet, 72 a resident of Central, Louisiana, passed away on April 22, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She is a 1970 graduate of Istrouma High School in Baton Rouge. She began her career in 1974 as an Administrative Technician at ExxonMobil Plastics Plant where she worked her way up to an SAP Coordinator/Maintenance Admin...
Brenda "Ganny" Romero
Apr 21, 2025
Brenda Sue “Ganny” (Lawrence) Romero, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2025. She was surrounded by her husband, children, and grandchildren. Brenda was born on July 13, 1945, in Eupora, Mississippi, as the youngest child and only daughter of Olivia and Charles Lawrence. Her family later moved to Houston, Texas, where she graduated from Cypress-Fairbanks...
Marilyn P. Shepard
Apr 21, 2025
Marilyn Plaeger Shepard, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and aunt, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 88 years old. She was the proud matriarch of her family and a devout servant of her Catholic Community. While living in Chalmette, she was a charter member of St. Mark Catholic Church, a member of the St. Mark Altar...
Melba Jean Vercher
Apr 20, 2025
Melba Jean Vercher, a resident of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the age of 85. She was born on July 15, 1939, to Odis and Ruby Fuller.
Melba enjoyed playing bingo, traveling, cooking and canning and loving on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ed Vercher; and her granddaughter,...
Lynn Merritt Browning
Apr 20, 2025
Lynn Merritt Browning, age 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 20, 2025 with family by his side.
He was born in Baton Rouge and was a proud graduate of Baton Rouge High and LSU. Lynn served in the U.S. Navy, aboard the USS Enhance, where he was an electrician's mate. Lynn was an avid fan of all things LSU athletics,...
William "Buck" D. Long
Apr 18, 2025
William "Buck" D. Long, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on April 18, 2025, at the age of 95. Buck was born on December 12, 1929, to William and Dalith Long, in West Monroe, Louisiana.
A proud veteran, Buck served in the U.S. Navy, where he developed a lasting sense of discipline and commitment that he carried into every aspect of...
Loubertha T. Webster
Apr 17, 2025
A memorial service honoring the life of Loubertha Theresa Webster will be held on Sunday, April 27th at 12:00 PM, located at Resthaven Gardens of Memory and Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. A visitation will be held before the service beginning at 11:00 AM. A reception will follow the service in The Legacy Room at Resthaven...
Susan Elizabeth Cino Small
Apr 17, 2025
Susan Elizabeth Cino Small passed away on April 17, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in the comfort of her home. She was born on January 27, 1967, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Margie Ann Cino and Oscar Joseph Cino. She served her country in the Army National Guard from 1988 to 1996 and later became an attorney when she graduated...
Joyce DeArmond McIntire
Apr 16, 2025
Joyce DeArmond McIntire, age 83, a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully at her home on April 16, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Joyce was a proud alum of St. Joseph’s Academy and Louisiana State University, where she earned her degree in Home Economics, at a time when that was incredibly unusual for a woman to do so. She...
Harry James Hillyer, II
Apr 14, 2025
Harry James Hillyer, II, passed away at his home in Mandeville, LA on Monday, April 14, 2025, at the age of 84.
A private graveside will be held with the family.
Gene S. Harris
Apr 13, 2025
Gene S. Harris, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 23, 1937, to Ivy S. Lemoine and Samuel Harris.
In his free time, Gene enjoyed gardening, fishing, and spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother,...
Paula F. Romano
Apr 11, 2025
Paula F. Romano, a native of Boston, Massachusetts and a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away at The Crossing at Clarity Hospice on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the age of 80. She retired after numerous years of service as an administrative assistant for the City of Baton Rouge.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Riley E....
Beldon J. "Jeaux" Bourgeois
Apr 10, 2025
Beldon J. “Jeaux” Bourgeois, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, will be remembered for his warm spirit and the joy he brought to those around him. He peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 80.
Born on April 5, 1945, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Jeaux was the son of the late Leidly and Laure...
Marlin H. Troxell, Sr.
Apr 10, 2025
Marlin H. Troxell, Sr., a resident of Baton Rouge and beloved husband of Florie D. Troxell, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 90.
Marlin was born on September 6, 1934, in Glasgow, Pennsylvania, to Dorothy Gorman Troxell and Joel August Troxell. He was the youngest of thirteen children, and raised in Blandburg,...
Daisy Lee Smith Guercio
Apr 9, 2025
Daisy Smith Guercio, age 89 died on April 9, 2025. She passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Daisy was born on October 30,1935 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was a devoted wife and a cherished mother. Maw-Maw Daisy was loved by her many grandchildren, greats, and great-greats. Her nurturing spirit and kind heart made everyone feel...
Alice Joyce Fogg
Apr 8, 2025
Alice Joyce Fogg passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born in Corozal, Belize on March 19, 1931, to Henry Darly Anderson and Henrietta Maria Orio Anderson.
Alice worked as an administrative assistant at LSU’s Museum of Natural Science and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her...
Verna B. Arnold
Apr 8, 2025
Verna Beatrice Delcambre Arnold passed away at her residence on April 8, 2025, at the age of 96.
Verna was a dedicated mom and wife, and was active in Girl Scouts and Cub scouts when her family was young. She regularly volunteered at her church and her children's schools. Verna enjoyed ballroom dancing, travel, vacations with family, and many cruises. She...
Donald J. "Duck" Braud, Sr.
Apr 6, 2025
If others wonder why I’m missing, just tell them I’ve “gone fishing”.
Donald J. Braud, Sr., affectionately known as “Duck” to most, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 6, 2025, and the age of 83. He was born January 29, 1942, to J. D. Braud, Sr. and Sophie Ramirez Braud in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Donald is a 1959 graduate of Catholic...
Darrel L. Baker
Apr 6, 2025
Darrel L. Baker, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the age of 72. He was born in Lancaster, Ohio, on July 24, 1952, to Vera Fuller Baker and William Norman Baker.
Darrel is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force serving for over 20 years before his retirement. He then enjoyed...
