Obituaries

Sep 28, 2021

Kimmel Hutchinson Williams passed away peacefully surrounded by her family September 28, 2021 at the age of 59.

She was a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge and graduated from University High School. Kimmel was a loving wife, daughter, sister and aunt and enjoyed researching her family's genealogy. Kimmel and her deceased husband, Dale Williams enjoyed fishing, traveling...

Sep 26, 2021

“A generous man will prosper; that he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:25.

Dr. Ralph J. Portier, Professor Emeritus, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Sunday, September 26th, 2021. Ralph will always be remembered for his deep devotion to higher education at the collegiate and graduate level and his love for research...

Sep 26, 2021

Elaine “Nane” Holmes Kirk entered into her eternal home on the morning of Sunday, September 26, 2021 at the age of 89 years young. Born in LaPlace, LA in 1932 on March 20th, Nane dedicated her life in Baton Rouge to her faith and family. As a member of St. Gerard Majella and later St. Alphonsus Catholic Churches, Elaine...

Sep 25, 2021

Annette Case Bullock, a lovely lady and fine artist, passed from this life on September 25th surrounded by family. She was 85 years old and a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  Annette grew up on a farm outside of Brookhaven, Mississippi as the eldest of six children born to Harvey and Lola Smith Case. On June 6, 1954,...

Sep 23, 2021

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 Josie (Josephine) Mae Cicero Gulino (92) completed her good fight in faith to the end being received into the arms of the Lord and to be reunited with her beloved husband, Ciro. She passed at Oschner Medical Center at 1:19 pm...

Sep 23, 2021

Choum Vixathep, age 76, a resident of Denham Springs, passed away on September 23, 2021. Choum is survived by her children Vanh, Amanda, Davonne, Samone, Bounpone, Amphone, Simon, 17 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Khamphanh Vixathep. Visiting hours will take place at Resthaven on Wednesday September 29, 2021 from 12:00 pm...

Sep 22, 2021

Richard Eiche, 85, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, and a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on September 22, 2021. His home flooded on May 17, 2021, and they had been living in a hotel, but he died peacefully at The Carpenter House. He was an educator in the truest sense of the word. He spent his whole career...

Sep 22, 2021

As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. Joshua 24:15

Teri Ann Perry-Copponex entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at the age of 55. She is preceded in death by her brother and grandparents. Teri is survived by her loving husband of 29 years, Bart Copponex, and her 2 children, the...

Sep 22, 2021

Judith Daigle Amedee, loving wife and mother, passed away September 22, 2021 in Baton Rouge, La.

Judy is survived by her loving husband Lynn, and her two daughters and their husbands, Rene Graphia (Gary) of Baton Rouge and Lee Hattaway (Jeff) of Dallas, her grandchildren Kalyn and Peyton Graphia and Christopher and Matthew Hattaway. She is also...

Sep 22, 2021

Dr. Ronald David Landry, 81, of Baton Rouge, LA passed away on September 22, 2021.

A graduate of Loyola Dental School, Ronnie started his private practice as a Pediatric Dentist in 1969, in Baton Rouge, until retirement in 2017.

Ronnie was a devoted & loving husband, father, brother, and friend.  Ronnie had a passion for...

Sep 22, 2021

Kenneth Gleason, 27, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on September 22, 2021.

He was a 2012 graduate of Baton Rouge High School and attended LSU. As a member of Boy Scout Troop 505, he became an Eagle Scout in 2012.

Kenneth is survived by a sister, Erin Gleason, parents, David and Laura Gleason,...

Sep 21, 2021

Christopher Glenn “Chris” Rushing, age 35, died peacefully in his sleep at home on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith”. – 2 Timothy 4:7. Being diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy before the age of 4, he never let that define who he was.  He met...

Sep 21, 2021

Peggy Beasley, age 70, a resident of St. Francisville, LA, passed away on September 21, 2021.

She is a graduate of Baker High School, worked and retired from Riverbend Nuclear Power Plant.  She attended First Baptist Church of St. Francisville and loved being a part of that congregation.  Her pastor, Bro. Joel Williams, was an integral part...

Sep 21, 2021

Ronald Alan Cutrer, age 86, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Connie Bankston Cutrer; four children: Rhonda Galipeau (Camden, SC), Renee James (Covington, LA), Ronnie Cutrer (Baton Rouge) and Robin Gordon (St. Amant, LA); seven siblings, twelve grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Sep 21, 2021

Shawn, age 53, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 21, 2021.

Shawn spent many years working in the floral industry, with the most recent being Hunt’s Flowers. She loved spending time outdoors and working in her flowerbed. She definitely had a “green thumb”. Shawn loved spending time with her...

Sep 21, 2021

Susan P. Pettavino, 83, born in New Orleans at the Hotel Dieu on June 17, 1938, and passed away on Sept 21, 2021 peacefully at The Crossing at Clarity Hospice.

She was an Employee of the BRFMC for over 30 years. She enjoyed her job and on her personal time, she enjoyed going to restaurants and was...

Sep 19, 2021

Jose Gomez Garcia of Prairieville, Louisiana passed away on Sep 19, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Sep 19, 2021

Barbara, age 86 passed away 09/19/21. She graduated from Istrouma High High School in 1953.

Retired from DOTD after 42 years of service. Barbara was very active as she was a girlscout leader for 10 years and also coached girls softball ( TV Bugs and Baton Rouge bombers ) for over 25 years. Following retirement, she began...

Sep 18, 2021

Mary Louise “Weezie” Hermann Meng departed from this life on September 18, 2021 at the age of ninety. She was a long time resident of Baton Rouge. She was born in Natchez to John and Mary Hermann. After her mother’s death, she and her two sisters were raised by their father and stepmother, Idella. After returning from college, she...

Sep 18, 2021

Jeanette Kennedy of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away on Sep 18, 2021. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.