Obituaries

Nov 4, 2024

Marion F. “Frank” Keegan passed away on November 4, 2024. He was born on April 13, 1934, in Alexandria, LA, to Melbourne Francis Keegan and Mary Geneva Gregory Keegan. 

He is preceded in death by his parents; his identical twin brother, Melbourne F. “Freddie” Keegan; brother, Irvin Thomas “Bootsie” Gregory; sister, Dorothy Keegan; and stepfather, Thomas Fred Propst. 

He is survived by...

Nov 4, 2024

Janice LaFountain Sadler, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at the age of 87.

She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Frank Sadler; son, Christopher Sadler and his wife Sandra; grandchildren, Melissa Sadler McCasland and husband Cameron, and Mary Francis Sadler; great-grandson, Thomas McCasland; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

She...

Nov 3, 2024

Hollis Dale Chapman, born on May 28, 1936, passed away on November 3, 2024, at the age of 88. 

Hollis was born in Beaumont, Texas. He graduated with his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from LSU, as well as his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University. He was a College Research Professor until his retirement. Hollis enjoyed hunting and traveling with his family....

Nov 3, 2024

A resident of Baton Rouge and native of Roseland, La, Margaret passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024. 

Margaret graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University. She was an educator for nearly 40 years. Margaret was an active member and Sunday School teacher at Grace Baptist Church for 67 years. 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Norris Crawford; parents,...

Nov 3, 2024

Carol Lindsey Dawson, born on September 29, 1943, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the age of 81.

Carol was born in Santa Ana, California. She attended LSU, took care of her family and home, then went on to work as a sales representative for Johnson & Johnson, before retiring. Carol was a member of Istrouma Baptist Church and...

Nov 2, 2024

Tristen Tujack Hoover, a loving son and friend to many, passed away on Saturday November 2, 2024, at the young age of 27.

He is survived by his mother, Michelle T. Hoover; father, Tujack Gene Hoover; stepfather, Andreas Haggenmacher; grandmother, Donell Graham; fiancée, Makenzie Monlezun; uncle, Terry Taylor; numerous nephews and a niece, and his dog, Riggley.

Tristen was a graduate of...

Nov 2, 2024

Carol Porter Metternich, our loving mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the age of 74. She was born September 23, 1950, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Oscar Loyd Porter and Katie Carol Barnes Porter.  She had a successful career with Hancock Bank, retiring after 26 years.  

She is preceded in death by...

Nov 1, 2024

“Who we are matters, not what we have.” – author unknown

Joy Frances Braud, a native and resident of Baton Rouge, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at the age of 81. She was born February 25, 1943. Joy worked for Fidelity Bank for seven years and later was employed by GM working in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, New Orleans, and Dothan,...

Oct 31, 2024

Jan C. Kellett, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the age of 68. She was born in Norman, Oklahoma, to Darwin and Inez Cedarleaf.

Jan attended Del Valley High School in Walnut Creek, California. She then embarked on her career as a contract administrator working for NASA’s Stennis Space Center and the Louisiana...

Oct 31, 2024

Thomas ("Tom") N.  Tully, Sr., passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born May 29, 1938, in East Chicago, Indiana. Tom moved with his family to Baton Rouge in 1953. That is where he met his wife Donna Fairchild to whom he was married for 67 years. 

He graduated from Baton Rouge High School...

Oct 31, 2024

Oct 31, 2024

Louis Lamar Alexander, Sr. passed away on the morning of Thursday, October 31, 2024. He was surrounded by loved ones and caregivers during his last few days of life. 

Louis is survived by his three children, Louis Lamar Alexander, Jr., Becky Edwards, and Debbie Hathcox (Jay); stepchild, Amy Davis (Jack); eight grandchildren, Katy (Jeremy), Raven, Haley, Jacob (Tiffany), Logan (Felicity), Noah,...

Oct 29, 2024

Blaise Joseph Salario, a resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 88. He was a graduate of Catholic High School. He retired as a Manager with the LA Department of Transportation and Development with 39 years of service. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Denham Springs, LA. 

Blaise...

Oct 29, 2024

Verna Lee Pendergrass passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 94. She was born Wednesday, September 6, 1930, in Florence, South Carolina to Clyde Barden and Corrie Bragdon Barden. Verna worked for the Detroit Public School System, where she was a cafeteria supervisor, and a proud union member.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her...

Oct 29, 2024

Michael Vincent Marcello of Bueche, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 88. 

He was born October 31, 1935, to Charles Marcello and Mary Cosenza Marcello of Donaldsonville, Louisiana. 

Michael was a long-time member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lakeland and a member of the Knights of Columbus 8878. 

He loved spending time with his family...

Oct 28, 2024

Glenn Roy Battle was born December 23, 1944, to George William Battle (deceased) and Norma Babin Battle. He entered eternal life on October 28, 2024. On October 22, 1966, he married and is survived by his high school sweetheart, Joan Evelyn Dupuis Battle. Also surviving him are his cherished children, Michael Glenn Battle, married to Lisa Lynn Billeaud Battle, and...

Oct 28, 2024

Betty Butler Brock passed away in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on October 28, 2024, at the age of 94 and enjoyed a long, happy and healthy life. She was a resident of Baton Rouge for 46 years. In great health for her age, dementia progressively took her memory. 

Betty was a career banker. She started at Washington Bank in Franklinton and was...

Oct 27, 2024

With a heavy heart and great sadness, we announce the passing of Earnest “Ernie” Guitreau, on October 27, 2024, at the age of 79. He was born on July 8, 1945, in Baton Rouge, a son of the late Willie Mae Welda and Joseph Harold Guitreau. 

In 1965, Ernie married Barbara “Bobbie” Guitreau, his partner in life and love. Both having...

Oct 27, 2024

Anne Crowell Wilson passed away October 27, 2024, in Baton Rouge, La., at the age of 81. She was surrounded by family. Anne was born Dec. 13, 1942 in Alexandria, La. She was a graduate of Bolton High School in Alexandria and Louisiana State University. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Marvin Wilson; and her parents, Allen...

Oct 26, 2024

LySandra Renee (“Sandy”) Bailey passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the age of 77. She was born September 8, 1947, in Ida, Louisiana to Samuel Lummus and Betty Maddox Lummus. She attended Donaldsonville High School. Sandy was Vice-President of American Banking, where she was a dedicated employee for over 25 years.

She is preceded in death by her parents;...