Obituaries

Feb 28, 2021

Rosalie “Sis” Roth Jones was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and matriarch of our family. She was born on August 28, 1926, in Gonzales, Louisiana.

A long time resident of St. Gabriel, Louisiana. Rosalie, also known as “Sis”, transitioned peacefully Sunday, February 28, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was 94 years young. A devout Catholic,...

Feb 28, 2021

James was a native of Mendenhall, Mississippi, and a resident of Livingston, Louisiana, formerly of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away at The Butterfly Wing on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at the age of 73.

James is survived by his wife of 25 years, Fran H. Phillips; three children, Clark E. Phillips (Amy), Locke M. Phillips (Rebecca), and...

Feb 27, 2021

Wade Glenn Adams, beloved son, brother, uncle, mentor, and friend to so many, passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at his home.

He was 56 years old, born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was a 1982 graduate of Robert E. Lee High School and attended LSU.

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Feb 27, 2021

Terri Lynn Baker, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, lost her battle with cancer on Saturday February 27, 2021 at the age of 45. She was born March 10, 1975 at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi.

She is survived by her parents Darrel and Vickie Baker of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, her sister Cheryl Whitesell (Walter) of...

Feb 27, 2021

Dr. Kyle Ronald Kennedy, was born on November 18, 1943, and passed away February 27, 2021. He attended LSU, graduated from Loyola University School of Dentistry. He practiced dentistry in Baton Rouge, Louisiana from 1970 to 2013.

Ronnie was a member of the 6th District Dental Association, and 6th District Peer Review Committee, Louisiana Dental Association, and...

Feb 26, 2021

Mary Lee Guillot, age 85, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on February 26, 2021 and into the joyful arms of her heavenly family.

Mary Lee was an independent, modern woman for her time.  A graduate of LSU, she had a fulfilling career as a teacher, both in private and public schools as well as teaching...

Feb 26, 2021

Gwendolyn Sue (McDaniel) Jarreau

Gwen “Granny” Jarreau, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother entered into eternal rest on February 26, 2021 in the Baton Rouge Hospice Butterfly Wing.  Gwen was 85, born on November 16, 1935 to Farrel, Sr. & Lucille McDaniel in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  Gwen is survived by her...

Feb 25, 2021

Jason Blaine Burkett, 44, a resident of Greenwell Springs, LA., passed away on February 25th, 2021.

He was a graduate of Central High School, a devoted father, son, grandfather and dearly loved friend by many.

Jason is survived by his two children, Blaine Burkett and Ava Burkett and her fiancé Jacob Church, along with their...

Feb 24, 2021

To her relief and to our great sorrow, Mary Castillo Scullin, will finally no longer be teased about burning the ribs just that once back in 1990. Aged 65 years, 6 months, and 12 days, she passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 after an extended battle with COPD.

The eldest child of Dr. R. Robert Castillo and...

Feb 23, 2021

God would not have covered most of the Earth with water if he did not want me to fish it. Robert Kirby Forester, at the age of 74, has gone fishing. Robert loved the water so much he was actually almost born on Bayou Lafouche, crossing the canal to get to the hospital. He worked for 23 years with...

Feb 22, 2021

Deborah “Dee” Clavier, age 66, resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, went on to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 22, 2021.

“Dee” is survived by Dale, her husband of 48 years. Three children; Melissa Franks, Johnathan Clavier and his wife Lisa, and Jordan Clavier and his wife Angelina. Five grandchildren; Kaleigh Franks, Andrew...

Feb 22, 2021

Iris Violet Balto went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 22, 2021. Vi (Vickie to her family) was born on September 27, 1938, in Salinas, Puerto Rico and has spent the last 25 years residing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Vi spent most of her life living in Manhattan and Staten Island, New York. Vi...

Feb 17, 2021

Elizabeth “Betsy” Reeder, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. A lifelong resident of Louisiana, Betsy was retired from the Louisiana Office of Group Benefits and a member of Hebron Baptist Church. She loved the Lord so faithfully and now rests in His loving arms.

Betsy is survived by her children, Ted...

Feb 16, 2021

Dianne Norwood Dean, age 67, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Denham Springs, passed away on Tuesday, February 16 as a result of COVID-19.  She was, without question, a very special person.

Always wanting to try a new adventure in life, be it fitness, good food, interior decorating, landscaping, traveling the world, or even riding...

Feb 13, 2021

Jesse L Strickland Jr, born August 3, 1939 and never met a stranger.

He is survived by his long time partner Ken Taylor, of 55 years.

Jesse is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

He is home with God now and his family is waiting for him.

Visiting hours will...

Feb 13, 2021

Adrine J. Franks, 81, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on February 13, 2021. She entered this world on January 13, 1940 in Cottonport, LA, born to Ogden and Ernestine Jeansonne. She was preceded in death by her husband Bobby D. Franks, of 61 years.

She is survived by her children Mark Franks (Karen),...

Feb 13, 2021

A kind-hearted gentleman, Richard Lloyd Pastorek passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 with his loving family by his side at the age of 96.

His greatest legacy was his family.  He was born to Joseph and Aimee' Pastorek in New Orleans on October 9, 1924.  Richard graduated from Fortier High School in 1941 and graduated with a Bachelor of...

Feb 12, 2021

PHILLIPS, BETTY JO

A resident of Baton Rouge, she died February 12, 2021 at home with family.  She was 97.  Religious services conducted by the Rev. Don Mahan.  Internment at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.

Survived by two sisters, Pauline Shirley (DeQuincy, LA) and Mary Ellen Goepfert (Baton Rouge); three sons, two daughters, and their spouses,...

Feb 12, 2021

Arnold Eugene (Gene) Simmons, of Baton Rouge, passed away on February 12, 2021 at the age of 93 with Gloria, his wife of 74 years, at his side. Gene was born in Baton Rouge to Lille and Shelton Simmons.  He was a graduate of Istrouma High School where he was on the football and basketball teams. He then served in...

Feb 10, 2021

Ella Maxine Thirlaway Hernandez, age 90, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 10, 2021.  Ella was laid to rest on February 13, 2021 in Baton Rouge.

Ella was born on January 7, 1931 in Louisville, Colorado to Alberta Ferguson Thirlaway and William Thirlaway.  In 1950, Ella met Terrance Edward “Terry”...