Obituaries

Ross Grand

Apr 9, 2016

Ross Anthony Grand, 49 years old, died Saturday the only way that seemed fitting by doing exactly what he loved most: flying. At times like these, a repeated sentiment is "I just have no words." Well that is not the case when it comes to our beloved Ross Grand. The words, stories and beautiful sentiments that have been used...

Angelina Wilson

Apr 8, 2016

On the morning of Friday, April 8, 2016, Angelina Mumphrey Wilson, age 85, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away at her home. She was the family's matriarch and now guardian angel. Angelina was a beautiful woman with a beautiful soul. Her quick wit, sharp tongue, over-abundance of compassion, capacity for forgiveness, unconditional acceptance of all people, and...

Margie Templet

Apr 8, 2016

Visitation Resthaven Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA  70816 Thursday, April 14, 2016 9:00 am - 11:00 am Service Resthaven Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA  70816 Thursday, April 14, 2016 11:00 am Cemetery Resthaven Gardens of Memory 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA  70816

Brian Brewer

Apr 8, 2016

Brian Shane Brewer (Shane), a life-long resident of New Roads, Louisiana, died unexpectedly on April 8th, 2016 at the age of 39. He was a loving son and friend - a special gift from God. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 Shane is survived by his...

Karter Hayes

Apr 7, 2016

Karter and Karson Hayes, twin sons of Randolph & Alice Hayes, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016. Although they will be so greatly missed, God has greater plans for them. Karter and Karson were born on December 18, 2015, and after almost 4 months of long and hard fighting they are resting. The boys were loved and survived...

Pauline Jeansonne

Apr 7, 2016

Pauline Jane Coco Jeansonne, age 75, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016, at 10:47 pm. Pauline served as a Eucharistic Minister at St. Jude Parish, a Minister to the Sick, and was also a member of the Small Group Faith Communities. Pauline loved helping those in need, was a collector of antiques,...

Michael Mailet

Apr 7, 2016

Michael Peter Maillet, age 63, passed away on April 7, 2016 upon arrival at Baton Rouge General. He was born in Bunkie, LA and was a resident of Baton Rouge. Michael was a professional land surveyor for 38 years, an avid sportsman, and a skilled woodworking craftsman. He was a member of the MBS Grounds Committee, a former Deputy...

Susan Ash

Apr 7, 2016

Susan Collins Ash, age 73, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on April 7, 2016. Susan is survived by her son, Sean Ash; her brother, Steven Collins Sr. and wife, Eileen; and her nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Arthur Ash and her parents, Thomas and Nancy Collins. Visiting hours will be...

Minerva Jarreau

Apr 6, 2016

Minerva Ann Jarreau passed peacefully on April 6, 2016. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa Ann; her parents, Sam and Josephine; and her sister, Josephine Dispenza LaDart. Survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Al; her son, Kenny (Sharrian) of Denham Springs, LA; her daughters, Cynthia (Hollis) of Baton Rouge, and Jo Ann of Houston,...

James Burnett, Jr.

Apr 6, 2016

James Bailey Burnett, Jr., age 64, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2016. James was born on November 9, 1951 and was a native and a resident of Baton Rouge. He worked for AT&T for 44 years. James was a gentle soul who made a big impact on others. He loved life and enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. James...

Eunice Russell

Apr 6, 2016

Eunice Mathis Russell, age 96, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 in Jena, Louisiana. Eunice was born August 5, 1919, to Simmie and Nellie Mathis in Baker County, Georgia. A retired restaurant owner and school bus driver, Eunice loved preparing meals and visiting with friends and family. She also enjoyed gardening, fishing, and sewing. After graduating from high...

Edrith Taylor

Apr 6, 2016

Edrith Therese Taylor, age 84, a resident of Denham Springs, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2016, at home surrounded by her family. Edrith loved life, her family and friends, and food. She is survived by her husband, Robert G.J. Taylor, Jr.; her children, Robert G.J. Taylor III and wife, Nancy, Andrew G. Taylor and wife, Cathy, and Mandy...

Randall Stevenson

Apr 5, 2016

Visitation Resthaven Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA  70816 Thursday, April 7, 2016 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm St. George Catholic Church 7808 St. George Drive Baton Rouge, LA  70809 Friday, April 8, 2016 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Service Mass of Christian Burial St. George Catholic Church 7808 St. George...

Edna Wilson

Apr 4, 2016

Edna Wilson, age 92, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Monday, April 4, 2016. She was born on August 7, 1923 in Clifton, TX. Edna is survived by her grandchildren, Christopher Wilson Lea and Jennifer Bent of Lyme Center, NH, Georgia Busby and Stuart of New Orleans, LA, Margaret Mishin and Dennis of Seattle, WA; great-grandchildren,...

Cheng Ma

Apr 3, 2016

Visitation Resthaven Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA  70816 Saturday, April 9, 2016 10:00 am-11:00 am Service Resthaven Funeral Home 11817 Jefferson Highway Baton Rouge, LA  70816 Cemetery Green Lawn Cemetery Pecan St, Hammond, LA 70401 Hammond, LA  70401

Jimmie Gardner

Apr 2, 2016

Jimmie Wactor Gardner, age 79, went to be with the Lord on April 2, 2016. He was born on October 5, 1936 in Ruston, LA. He loved God, family, rock hunting and playing golf. "Fly high and soar with the eagles; welcome home good and faithful servant of God." Jimmie graduated from Pioneer High School in 1955 and graduated...

Alma Corbin

Apr 2, 2016

Alma Marie (Antley) Corbin, was born on April 25, 1932 and passed away peacefully into the presence of Jesus on April 2, 2016, at the age of 83. Alma passed away due to complications from rheumatoid arthritis. Alma was born in Delhi, LA and has been a resident of West Monroe, LA and Baton Rouge, LA. Alma and Buck...

Freda Johnston-Smith

Apr 2, 2016

Freda Ann Johnston-Smith, age 58, a resident of St. Francisville, LA, passed away on April 2, 2016. Freda is survived by her husband of 20 years, Holland Smith; her four daughters, Gina Gabel, Christina Smith, Angela Creel, and Holli Smith; her three sons, Chris Gabel and wife, Michele, Thomas Creel and fiancé, Jessica, and Robert Creel; her ten grandchildren,...

Carol Estorge

Apr 1, 2016

Carol Ann Radosti Estorge, 75, of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 1, 2016 with her family members and prayer group by her side. She was a graduate of Mt. Carmel Academy & Loyola University in New Orleans. Her numerous civic activities included volunteering at Girard Playground, St. Ann School, Brother Martin High School, Catholic Charities of...

Ray Brown

Mar 31, 2016

Ray Brown, a WWII Veteran, and a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on March 31, 2016 at the age of 105. He was a member of Oakcrest Baptist Church. Ray is survived by his daughter, Raeletta Simmons and her husband, David; his granddaughter, Amanda Boulton and her husband Tom; his two great-grandsons, Will and Drew and his great-granddaughter,...