Obituaries

May 18, 2020

Kevin Dale Rawlins, age 53, passed away suddenly on the 18th of May 2020.

Kevin was a devoted son, brother, friend and talented musician.  When he loved, he loved with all his heart and gave with everything he had.  He was deeply passionate about the outdoors, music, animals and his family.  Kevin was the first person there,...

May 17, 2020

H. G. “Jerry” Fabre, 77, passed away at home on May 17, 2020 after a courageous and gracious three year battle with ALS. He is survived by the love of his life of over 56 years, his wife Linda, daughter Stacey, son Jeff. He taught them to fish, work on cars, how to correctly cut the grass, be self-reliant...

May 16, 2020

Karen Kay Long, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at her home on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at the age of 61.

Karen was an avid Jazzercise enthusiast, loved gardening, reading, baking, and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, John Gibby, Jr. and wife Stephanie, and Christina...

May 15, 2020

Marie Chidester Sibley, “Granny”, was called to her heavenly home on Friday morning, May 15. She was a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, LA, a graduate of Istrouma High School and a LPN. She worked at Baton Rouge General hospital for many years. She was a charter member of Cedar Crest Baptist Church and was active there until her...

May 15, 2020

Jeanette Frederick was born on February 1, 1928 in Orange, TX and she was a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, LA. She passed away on May 15, 2020 at her home at the age of 92. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and great great-grandmother.

Jeanette is survived by her children, Lou Ellen Frederick...

May 14, 2020

Billy Walker, a resident of Central, LA, passed away on May 14, 2020 at the age of 83.

Billy was a graduate of Istrouma High School class of 1956. He is also a proud veteran of the US Marine Corps.

Billy is survived by his wife of 59 years and 6 months, Liz Walker; children,...

May 14, 2020

Warren Charles (Chuck) Brown, beloved brother & uncle passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at the age of 69. He was born on June 17, 1950, in Baton Rouge, LA, to Albert and Desiree Brown.

Chuck is survived by his sisters Marcia Borders, Janelle Labbé & husband Saul (who was Chuck's faithful caretaker the past...

May 13, 2020

Sweet Jesus came to take our precious mama to be with Him in Heaven on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Virginia Rita Wintz was born to William and Vivian Landry Wintz in Carville, LA, on December 19, 1924.  She was married on December 20, 1948, in the original St. Gabriel Catholic Church.

Virginia was preceded in death by...

May 12, 2020

Helen B Viccellio, age 85, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA., passed away on May 12, 2020.  She is survived by her oldest son Darren and wife Kim, Paul, and Steven, 3 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.  Helen is preceded in death by husband, Felix T Viccellio, Jr.  Private burial will take place at Resthaven.  In lieu of flowers please...

May 10, 2020

Warren D. Melancon, 82, of Cane Market Road, Denham Springs, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2020.

Born in Thibodeaux and raised in Gonzales, La, he was the son of the late James and Viola Melancon. Besides Gonzales, he spent most of his life in Prairieville and Baton Rouge before moving to Denham Springs 14 years ago....

May 10, 2020

Mary Ann Dawson passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 10, 2020 at the age of 63 of natural causes.

She was a longtime clerical specialist with the East Baton Rouge Parish Library.  She was a friend to all animals, particular to those who needed rescue.  She always had an animal with her.  She was...

May 10, 2020

Hiram Louis Lyles, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on May 10, 2020 at the age of 74.

Louis graduated from Sulphur High School in 1964, and during his senior year he was the drum major in the band. He attended Louisiana State University and obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, and during this time...

May 10, 2020

Jonathan “Barry” Gipson, age 64, passed away on May 10, 2020, in the midst of the Covid-19 lockdown with his wife of over 30 years, Billie, by his side.

Barry was born in Jackson, Mississippi, to James Luther Gipson and Johnnie Ferguson Dunn on September 22, 1955. After receiving a degree in biology at Hinds Junior College...

May 10, 2020

Kenneth Stephen Philibert Sr, 82, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2020, at his home with his family in Baton Rouge.

Ken was born in San Diego, Ca then was sent to New Orleans where he attended St Paul's College & Boarding School in Covington, LA where he called home from 3rd grade graduating in 1956. He played...

May 9, 2020

Roby Bearden, Jr., a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away at St. James Place on Saturday, May 9, 2020 at the age of 85.  He was a native of Little Rock, AR and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA.

He earned a PhD in organic chemistry from LSU and was a lifetime employee as a...

May 7, 2020

Joseph Henry Mitchen, February 8, 1927 – May 7, 2020

Joseph Mitchen passed away peacefully in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on May 7, 2020 at the age of 93.  He had a long full life and he will be missed by his family and friends.  At his passing he joins his parents, Roy Mitchen and Fannie Agnes (Taylor) Mitchen, his sister, Rosalyn Spencer and his son Michael...

May 5, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Kathleen (Carruth) Wood. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

May 5, 2020

Oran was born on January 30, 1941, in Oakdale, LA and passed away in Baton Rouge, LA on May 5, 2020.

Those who knew Oran knew he was an outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and working outdoors. He also loved cooking and grilling on Sunday afternoons at his home surrounded by his family. Oran graduated from...

May 5, 2020

Kerry Paul Mayeaux, age 60, beloved son and brother, was called to his eternal resting place on May 5, 2020. He entered this world on March 5, 1960 in Baton Rouge, LA, born to Gerald and Delores Mayeaux.

He is survived by his parents, Gerald and Delores Mayeaux; and his siblings, Keith Mayeaux, Karen Mayeaux, and Kenneth...

May 4, 2020

Mary Louise Corbitt Seghers, born on March 13, 1940 in Blackshear, GA, passed away on Monday,  May 4, 2020 at the age of 80.

She is survived by her daughter, Shelley Denise and husband Michael Hebert of Houma, LA; her son, Walter Michel and wife Jamie Zirkle Seghers of Praireville LA; her grandchildren, Jarred P. Hebert and...