Obituaries

Mar 11, 2021

Steven Paul Diefenbach “Diefy/Papa D/Papa”, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away, March 11, 2021 at the age of 68.  He was a native of Highland, IL, born May 29, 1952, and was the son of the late Paul J. Diefenbach and Francis J. Diefenbach.

He received his B.S. degree in Organic Chemistry from LSU in...

Mar 11, 2021

Daniel C. Bogan Sr. 60, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away at home surrounded by family & friends on Thursday, March 11th, 2021.

Born May 15, 1960 in Kenner, La, Dan lived in Metairie, New Orleans, Baton Rouge, La as well as New Providence, NJ. He graduated from New Providence High School where he “lettered” and...

Mar 10, 2021

Dorothy Buchanan, born on January 24, 1931, passed away on March 10, 2021, at the age of 90. Dorothy gave her life to Jesus at the age of 7 while sitting in her daddy’s lap while her mother prayed that she understood what it meant to be saved. She was baptized by her daddy, the minister of the church...

Mar 10, 2021

Donald “Donnie” LeJeune, a resident of Prairieville, LA, departed this life surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at the age of 75. He worked for Kaiser Aluminum where he eventually retired.  After retirement, he began working for LeJeune Sheet Metal that his father owned.

Donald leaves to cherish his memories of his wife, Judy...

Mar 9, 2021

Audrey Brignac Smith passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at the age of 94.

Audrey was the most selfless, caring, loving wife, mother, and grandmother to her family.

She is survived by her children, Ron Smith and wife Suzi, Gail Page and husband Jack, Susan Olivier and husband Donald, Stephen “Steve” Smith and wife...

Mar 9, 2021

Maria Isabel Ferrari, age 49, a resident of Baton Rouge, was granted her angel wings on March 9th, 2021. Maria Isabel was born on November 1, 1971 in Cali, Colombia, to Adolfo and Mariella Restrepo. Maria took pride in owning her own business and then later, found a passion with beauty. Maria Isabel enjoyed reading, cooking, traveling, and most...

Mar 8, 2021

Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.  Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.  As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace – 1 Peter 4:8-10

Jodie Michelle Easley Cavin, 40 years old, passed away on Monday, March 8,...

Mar 7, 2021

Barbara Ann Keller Anselmo, a native of Plaquemine and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away at The Crossing on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at the age of 86.

She was a graduate of Redemptorist High School and spent her career as a legal secretary.

She is survived by her children, Clarence “Jeep” Anselmo...

Mar 6, 2021

Robin Rowell Romeo, a native of Crowley and a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2021, at the age of 60.

She was a graduate of St. Michael School and Notre Dame High School in Crowley.  She received a degree in Civil Engineering from Louisiana State University.  She worked for the Louisiana...

Mar 6, 2021

Byron Prentis Gulledge, Jr, 88, a native of Jayess, MS and long time resident of Baton Rouge, LA, died on Saturday, March 6, 2021. Byron was a veteran of the United Sates Army who loved to travel and was an avid fan of New Orleans jazz music. He is preceded in death by his parents, Byron P. Gulledge Sr...

Mar 5, 2021

Germaine Adele Granier, affectionately known as “Minnie,” went to her eternal life on March 5, 2021, two days after celebrating her 92nd birthday. She is a native of Plaquemine, Louisiana, and the youngest of 11 children born of Joseph and Claire Granier. As such, she developed a special bond with her oldest sibling, Marie. Marie was her second mother,...

Mar 5, 2021

Rachel was a loving mother and wife and a devout Christian.  She passed away peacefully at home in her sleep.

She graduated from LSU with a B.S. in Elementary Education and taught English and literature for several years at Mckinley Middle Magnet.  She loved her students and called them her kids.  She retired from teaching due to...

Mar 3, 2021

Nenita Cinco Eng, age 88, passed away on March 3, 2021 at 3:10 PM.

She was born in the Philippines on August 16, 1932. She emigrated to the USA in the late 1950’s. Nenita graduated from UST earning a degree in BS Commerce and came to work here in the US, where she met her husband.

Mar 3, 2021

Maurine Parker, 98, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on March 3, 2021.

Maurine was a native of Auburn, Mississippi, graduated from Auburn School, and attended Baton Rouge Vocational Technical. Maurine enjoyed gardening, sewing, and working in the family business with her husband, Thomas J. Parker, of 65 years. She was also a lifelong, faithful...

Mar 2, 2021

Attorney and loving father, Richard Randall Ray of Baton Rouge, Louisiana died on the evening of March 2, 2021 at the age of 53. Richard, also known by many friends and family as Randy or Ray, adored his three children. He is survived by one son, Richard "Alexander" Ray, 23, and two daughters, Mattie Margaret Ray, 13, and Temple...

Mar 1, 2021

Hugh James Holderith, 84, passed away on March 1, 2021.

He attended Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana, on a track and field scholarship, and graduated with a degree in business. He then pursued a career in the insurance industry where he became a pillar in the community.

Hugh is survived by his wife, Elizabeth...

Mar 1, 2021

Jean “Michelle” Alexander

February 22, 1962 – March 1, 2021

Romans 12:12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.

Jean Michelle Alexander passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on March 1st, 2021.

Michelle was a beautiful daughter, sister, wife, mother, Grammy and friend to many....

Feb 28, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Mary Ellen (Jacobs) Goepfert. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 28, 2021

Hazel Gottschalk Poche, born May 1, 1927, on a strawberry farm in Ponchatoula, LA, to Andrew and Edna Boyes Gottschalk, Hazel passed away on February 28, 2021 at the Butterfly Wing of Hospice of Baton Rouge.

She is survived by daughter, Melody Guichet and husband, Ron L. Morrison of Blue Ridge, GA.; daughter, Crystal Burdsall of Baton Rouge, LA.;...

Feb 28, 2021

Dewitt Zachary Jr. took his journey home on February 28, 2021 after a long illness. He was at home surrounded by his loved ones.

Dewitt graduated Glen Oaks High School in 1964 and joined the Baton Rouge Fire Department at age 19 where he retired with 30 years of service.

Dewitt is survived by his...