Obituaries

Jul 23, 2020

Though my flesh and heart may fail, God is my strength; He is mine forever. – Psalms 73:26. Jesus said: "The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives believing in me will never die." – John 11:25-26.

Levy Sylvester Harrison, 86, more affectionately known as "Pop", peacefully transcended from the...

Jul 22, 2020

Joseph Anthony Sampere “Paw Paw” passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 10:05 a.m. peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and close friends. He was 90, born in Independence, Louisiana and was a resident of Baton Rouge. Joseph was a Sears Roebuck employee for 35 ½ years, real-estate broker and owner of Joe Sampere Realty, and Notary....

Jul 22, 2020

Brenden DeLeon, age 24, passed away on July 22, 2020.

Our first-born son, the light of our life. You were full of energy, smart, funny and a friend to everyone. You were a great daddy and your girls are going to miss you so much. We promise to make sure they know how much you loved them,...

Jul 21, 2020

Geraldine Murphy passed away at her home on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at the age of 86.  Geraldine was born in Oklahoma and lived in Baton Rouge, LA since 1962.  She was retired from BR District Attorney’s office, where she served for over 20 years.

She is survived by her children, Jerrilyn Vasta, Debbie Murphy, and Thomas...

Jul 21, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Loc Thi Nguyen. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 20, 2020

Eugene Young, longtime BREC Superintendent, passed away on July 20, 2020, at age 92 after a brief illness.

He is survived by his dear wife, Betty Brumfield Young, to whom he was married 64 years, his son Scott Young of Atlanta, GA, and a daughter, Dr. Sheryl Young, her husband Philip Zuspan, and two granddaughters, Sarah Zuspan...

Jul 19, 2020

On Sunday, July 19, 2020, Jeffery “Jeff” James Hebert, Jr. a loving husband, father and grandfather passed away at the age of 62.

Jeffery will be sorely missed and is survived by his wife Mary Miller Hebert (Baton Rouge), his son, Jeffery James Hebert, III, MD (Katherine) and two grandsons (Arthur James and Miller Price), his mother...

Jul 19, 2020

Hal Bailey “Buck” Macmurdo, born November 23, 1933 in Baton Rouge, LA and resident of Baton Rouge passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020.  On this morning our Heavenly Father called his caregiving angel home.  He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and generous friend to many.  He is survived by his sons, Dr. Hal David Macmurdo;...

Jul 18, 2020

James Caddy, resident of Prairieville, passed away on July 18, 2020.

James, ‘Jim,’ was born in Scunthorpe, England and moved as a young boy to South Wales. James spent his boyhood enjoying cub scouts and making mischief. James completed an apprenticeship and became a talented electrician. He immigrated to Louisiana at age twenty-one with future wife, Carol....

Jul 18, 2020

Darryl Amedee, 80, passed away July 18, 2020 at Ochsner Hospital in Morgan City, LA.  He resided in Pierre Part and Baton Rouge, LA.

Darryl graduated in 1957 from Redemptorist High School, served in the U. S. Air Force, and was retired from Local 198 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union.  He loved spending time fishing, dancing, socializing with...

Jul 16, 2020

James “Ray” Amond, 84, resident of Greenwell Springs, passed away on July 16, 2020 in the comfort of his home while surrounded by family and friends.

Ray was an Army Reserve veteran, a retiree of the telephone company after 30 years of service. He was a member of Crusin’ Cajuns for 20 years and a parishioner of...

Jul 15, 2020

Leon DeMent, Jr., 73, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on July 15, 2020. Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Leon was a 1964 graduate and co-valedictorian of Istrouma High School. He continued his education at Louisiana State University and Louisiana State University Medical School, completing his M.D. in 1971 as an Alpha Omega Alpha initiate. His internship...

Jul 15, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Richard Bailey Macmurdo announces his passing at the age of 52 after a very short battle with Pancreatic Cancer.

Richard spent most of his life as a resident of the Baton Rouge area and was a graduate of both Baton Rouge High and Louisiana State University. He was...

Jul 14, 2020

Richard (Dick) Stoewer, age 86, a resident of Central, passed away on July 14, 2020.  Dick was born on September 22, 1933 in Galena, Illinois and graduated from Galena High School.  He joined the U.S. Air Force where he met his wife, Sally, and retired after 23 years as an aircraft electrician.  He was a veteran of the Korean...

Jul 12, 2020

Nhieu Thi Huynh, passed away on July 12, 2020 at the age of 92.

Visitation will be at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 from 8:00 am until funeral services at 9:00 am.

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Jul 11, 2020

Richard Lockwood Chauvin, Sr., known to his family and friends as Dick, was born in Osyka, MS on October 8, 1931 to Alden E. and Sydney W. Chauvin and passed away at his home on July 11, 2020.

His family lived on Smithfield Plantation in West Baton Rouge Parish for many years.  Richard graduated from a military...

Jul 11, 2020

Robert “Pops” Wilson Holmes, beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at St. Joseph’s Hospice The Carpenter House on Saturday, July 11, 2020. Robert was a native of New Orleans and graduated from Holy Cross High School in 1956, where he was a proud alumnus, and attended LSU. He was a resident...

Jul 11, 2020

Bert Thomas, age 89, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away on July 11, 2020.

Bert worked as a Registered Nurse. She loved flowers and spending time in her garden. She also enjoyed sewing, but most importantly she enjoyed taking care of people.

Bert is survived by her children, Larry Duncan, Susan Landry and...

Jul 10, 2020

Catherine Eugenia “Jean” Reed Payne, a native of Kincaid, Kansas and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, went to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 10, 2020 at the age of 92.

She attended William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri and majored in English.  She was a lifetime member and...

Jul 10, 2020

Dianna “Dee” Daigle Vigil, age 79, resident of Gonzales, Louisiana, beloved wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on July 10, 2020. Dee was a Louisiana Master Gardener and an accomplished artist. She is survived by her husband Eddie Vigil; son Michael Vicknair (Debbie); grandson Cody Vicknair; granddaughter Amanda Abadie (Micah); great-granddaughter Adaleigh Vicknair; and sisters Deanna Faul,...