Obituaries

Jul 28, 2019

In Loving Memory of Madeline “Vickie” Sabella Dauzart

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so He put his arms around you and whispered, “Come to me.” A loving mother and grandmother, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA she passed away July 28, 2019 at her home at the age of 77....

Jul 28, 2019

Daniel Joseph Boullion, Sr. (“Boonie”) a native of Kaplan, LA and a long time resident of Greenwell Springs, LA, born March 16, 1941 returned to his Father on Sunday, July 28, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Laurence Mire Boullion (1945); his father, Rudolph Eudor Boullion (103, 2017); his stepmother, Doris Mitchell Boullion (2017); his brother, Donald Boullion (Thelma); and his sister, Joyce Boullion Levraea (V.J.).  He is survived by...

Jul 27, 2019

Timothy Wayne Stears, age 52, a resident of Baton Rouge, La., passed away on July 27, 2019.

Timothy leaves behind two of the most important people, that he was extremely proud of, his two sons, Landon and Luke. He enjoyed his dog Jack, going hunting, and playing and watching all sports. Timothy was an entrepreneur and will...

Jul 23, 2019

Pete was a man of gentle spirit and humble heart. Pete was a man of many talents, many accomplishments and many friends. He was very grateful for his time with his Baton Rouge friends and loved the coffees and lunches during his retirement years. He was a man of deep convictions and religious spirit, which he was always willing...

Jul 23, 2019

Richard Tarvin Laws “Poppy” was a resident of East Baton Rouge. He was 83 years old and a native of New Orleans. He passed away on July 23, 2019 at 12:07 A.M. at his daughters home surrounded by loved ones. He was married to the love of his life for 26 years. Richard was a Marine and a part...

Jul 23, 2019

Betty Davis McCullough passed away peacefully in Baton Rouge on July 23, 2019 at the age of 76.

Betty was born in Baton Rouge on August 31, 1942 and attended Istrouma High School. She was married to Kenneth McCullough for over 60 years. She was a homemaker who was a talented cook and made many delicious meals....

Jul 23, 2019

Evelyn Dianne Guidry, age 74, a resident of French Settlement, La., passed away July 23, 2019.

Dianne is survived by her husband, Michael Noah Guidry; daughters, Danielle G. Moore and husband Darren C. Moore and Michelle G. Bercegeay and husband Shane P. Bercegeay ; grandchildren, Chassidy, Kayla, Marlana, Breanna and Peyton; greatgrandchildren, Brayden, Aria, Dyson, Kellen, Saige,...

Jul 22, 2019

Lieutenant Colonel Glen B. Wesley, USAF, Retired, age 74, passed peacefully from this life on July 22, 2019, in the loving presence of his wife, daughters and grandchildren.

Glen Wesley is survived by his devoted wife, Barbara “Bobbie” Sylvest Wesley of Baton Rouge, LA; daughters, Becky Murrell of Baton Rouge, LA; Amanda Wesley of New Orleans, LA;...

Jul 20, 2019

Our beloved father Hagen C. Harelson, 61, passed away at his home in Maurepas on July 20, 2019. He was the widower of our beloved mother Sharon L Harelson whom he spent more than 30 years with. He was born in Baton Rouge.

He was the son of the late Charles and Rita M. Harelson. He attended...

Jul 17, 2019

Miriam Hearn Crump passed away peacefully, July 17, 2019, at her home in Baton Rouge, at the age of 93. She was born in Shongaloo, La on April 19,1926 to Charles Brooksie Hearn and Blanche Davis Gallaspy Hearn. She attended La Tech majoring in Home Economics. Miriam married her soulmate, Bobbie Bender Crump, Sr and built a beautiful life...

Jul 15, 2019

Cherrie Luttrell, 64, a resident of Baton Rouge LA, passed away on July 15, 2019. A native of Columbus, MS, graduate of Caldwell High School. Widow of Baton Rouge city police officer Curtis Luttrell. Mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Beloved by everyone that knew her, always putting others ahead of herself. Heaven is now a more enlightened place because...

Jul 14, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Danny Ferrara. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 14, 2019

Allen Laverne Miller, a resident of Pride, LA, passed away on July 14, 2019, at the age of 69. Allen was a graduate of Glen Oaks High School. He married Kay Hutchinson on February 11, 1972. Allen is a retired Baton Rouge Firefighter. His hobbies were fishing, hunting, and spending time with friends and family.

Allen is...

Jul 14, 2019

Bryan Scott Plunket, age 49, and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on July 14, 2019.  He was an avid fan of the outdoors, baseball, and LSU sports.

Bryan is survived by his wife of 25 years, Bridgett Kimbrough Plunket; son, Hodge Plunket; parents, Jay and Connie Plunket; three sisters, Lori Tramel (Will); Darney Plunket;...

Jul 12, 2019

Jose M. Fernandez, 71 years old, passed away July 12, 2019 at the Baton Rouge General Medical Center. He was born on June 9, 1948 in Bayamo, Cuba.

He served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He worked for Exxon in Linden, NJ and Exxon Mobil, Baton Rouge, LA. for 35 years....

Jul 12, 2019

LaVern M. Shellmire of Baton Rouge, LA passed away on July 12, at Clarity Hospice at age 65 in the presence of family. She was born March 1, 1954, in New Orleans, LA to the union of Mrs. Louise Stevens and the late Mr. Theodore Morris.

Mrs. Shellmire attended Booker T. Washington Senior High School in New...

Jul 11, 2019

Joseph “Joe” Cline entered into eternal rest on July 11, 2019 at the Carpenter House of Baton Rouge. Born June 12th of 1937, 82 years old, unto parents, Joseph Eli and Mary Robilliard Cline.

Survived by spouse, Helen; three daughters Shelly, Donna and Kristy; two sons, Buddy (spouse Eva) and Ricky (spouse Wendy); one brother, Johnny Cline; grandchildren and...

Jul 10, 2019

Lucille Melissa Fisher Browning was born October 1, 1966 to Harold Pike Fisher and Dianne Lively Manship in Baton Rouge, LA. Melissa (Missy) was first and foremost a mother to her children, who were her heart and soul, Hannah Dianne Browning, Lauren Beverly Browning and her stepson Cody Thomas Andre. She was a grandmother to Wallace Young Easley IV. She...

Jul 10, 2019

Goldman Joseph Fontenot was born in Opelousas, LA on March 16, 1926 to Helena and Charles Fontenot. He passed away in his home on July 10, 2019 with his wife and daughter by his side. As a young boy Goldman was always seeking adventure. He and his brothers J.C. and Raymond would ride their Shetland pony as often as...

Jul 9, 2019

Paul Gabel, a Christian, died at home and went to be with his Lord just before midnight, Monday, July 9, 2019. He was 84. A lifelong resident of Denham Springs, La, graduate of DSHS, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, longtime former member of First Baptist DS, and founding member of New Covenant Baptist Church, Paul was a loving husband, devoted...