Donald Frank Graves, Sr.
Jan 14, 2026
Donald Frank Graves, Sr., beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away on January 14, 2026. He was born on July 4, 1943, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Donald is survived by his daughters, Donna Graves Davis, Deanna Graves Dier (Darren), and Donelle Graves Messina (Jeff); sons, David Graves (Kayla), Donald Graves, Jr., and Jimmy Graves (Shelly); grandchildren, Donald Graves, III, Stephanie...
Dorothy Ann Caldwell Gomez
Jan 14, 2026
Dorothy Ann Caldwell Gomez, 70, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Born on April 10, 1955, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Dorothy was a professional cosmetologist known for her fun-loving spirit. Dorothy loved tending to her garden, exploring new places, and cherished her roles as a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, friend. Her laughter, kindness, and...
Claudia Watson Dufour
Jan 14, 2026
Claudia Watson Dufour, a loving mother, granny, sister, aunt, and friend went to her eternal home on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. She was 75 years old. Claudia loved deeply and always showed up when it mattered most. She found joy in everything, even the most random things. Being called Granny was her greatest joy, one she cherished immensely.
Those left behind...
Johnny Wallace
Jan 13, 2026
Johnny Wallace, cherished father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away at his home on January 13, 2026. He was born on January 4, 1954, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Johnny was a long time business owner in the oil and gas industry.
He is survived by his son, Jeremy Wallace and his wife Amanda; his grandchildren, John Wallace and Chloe Dugas;...
Holt Roy Louque
Jan 13, 2026
Holt Roy Louque, age 78, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away peacefully just after midnight on January 13, 2026.
Born on November 13, 1947, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Holt was a proud graduate of Istrouma High School, Class of 1965, where he was both an Indian Dancer and a cheerleader, showcasing his school spirit, confidence, and that he was always up...
Edith "Jann" Benson
Jan 11, 2026
Edith “Jann” Benson Carlock, 68, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was called home to be with the Lord on January 11, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on October 2, 1957, in Baton Rouge, Jann was a woman of deep passions. She had a love for horses from the time she was a little girl and went on to become...
David C. Chemin
Jan 11, 2026
David Corbett Chemin, age 75, a resident of Greenwell Springs, Louisiana, passed away on January 11, 2026.
David was born on June 15, 1950, in Baton Rouge and was a graduate of Central High School. He proudly served his community through a long and dedicated career with the Baton Rouge Fire Department, from which he later retired. His service and commitment...
Dedrick Gill
Jan 11, 2026
Dedrick Gill, resident of Livingston, passed at the age of 96 on January 11, 2026. He was born in Amite, Louisiana to his parents Otto and Esther Gill on December 26, 1929. Dedrick enjoyed spending his time fishing, and more than anything playing softball. He was an avid enjoyer of watching ballgames and even marshalled for LSU football for many...
Charles Joseph Settoon, Jr.
Jan 10, 2026
Charles J. Settoon Sr., age 69, passed away peacefully. He was born on June 13, 1956, in White Castle, Louisiana.
Charles graduated from Del Valle High School in Texas in 1974. From the age of 18 until the present, he worked as an antique furniture restorer, a craft he took great pride in and devoted his life to.
Charles was known for...
Lisa Ann Veasey
Jan 10, 2026
Lisa Ann Henson Veasey, resident of Greenwell Springs, passed at the age of 57 on Saturday, January 10, 2026. She attended high school before going on to become a bus driver for First Student, as well as working with children with special needs. She was also a member of the Teamsters Bus Union. Lisa enjoyed going on vacations and spending...
Mark Allen Marbry
Jan 9, 2026
Mark Allen Marbry went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday evening, January 9, 2026.
He was born on June 9, 1953, in Escondido, California. Mark faithfully served his Lord and the church wherever he lived, most recently as an elder at NOLA Baptist Church in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Mark was a 1971 graduate of Treadwell High School...
Orlan Thomas Alley
Jan 9, 2026
Orlan Thomas Alley, 69 years old and a resident of Ponchatoula, Louisiana passed away on January 9, 2026.
Orlan is survived by daughters, Chantell Alley, Saundra Alley and LaDonna Blalock; grandchildren, Shane Alley, Kaleb Alley, Blake (Megan) Alley, Andrew Theriot, Amber Costanza, Tylor Miller, Dustin Blalock, Kristen Blalock, and Taylor Blalock; numerous great grandkids; sisters, Donna Cutrer and Clair White; and...
Anita Pearl Swindle
Jan 9, 2026
Anita Pearl Jones Swindle, age 81, passed away at her home in Watson, LA on Friday, January 09, 2026. She was born October 11, 1944 in Watson, LA.
Anita attended Live Oak High School, and continued her education at Louisiana State University with a bachelors in secondary education obtained in 1964, and a master of education in 1972. Anita began teaching...
Anna Ruth Husser Facundus
Jan 8, 2026
Anna Ruth Husser Facundus, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister passed away on January 8, 2026. She was born on October 26, 1946, in Husser, Louisiana.
Anna is survived by her daughters, Donna Graves Davis, and Deanna Graves Dier (Darren); sons, Donald Graves, Jr., Jimmy Graves (Shelly); grandchildren, Donald Graves, III, Stephanie Graves, Brandon Graves, Randy Graves, Jacob Graves, Andrea...
Margaret Ruth "Maggie" Browne
Jan 8, 2026
Margaret Ruth “Maggie” Browne, 66, formerly of Kansas City, Missouri and resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed peacefully Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Maggie went to Cosmetology School and worked in Kansas City shops in Crown Center, Westport and the Plaza doing hair. She then moved to Louisiana in 2000 and began her work in retail.
Maggie was a loving and devoted sister,...
Lloyd Hugh Bass, III
Jan 8, 2026
Lloyd Hugh “Bo” Bass, III, gained his eternal rest on January 8, 2026, at the age of 47. Born October 2, 1978, Bo lived a life marked by service, devotion, and quiet strength.
Bo was the beloved son of Lloyd H. Bass, Jr. and Rebecca Bass Reeves, and stepson of Jeffrey G. Reeves. He was a loving brother to Anna Bass...
Corey Thomas Elliott
Jan 7, 2026
Corey Thomas Elliott was born September 1, 1991, in Livingston Parish, LA, where he also died, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the age of 34. He was an exceptional welder by trade and held many certifications. He was in the process of starting his own welding company.
One of Corey's hobbies was tinkering with gadgets; he was always working on...
Cheryl Sullivan
Jan 7, 2026
Cheryl Sullivan passed away early Wednesday morning after a courageous battle. She was the most resilient person we have ever known; despite battling cancer multiple times, she never let life’s challenges break her. She met every obstacle with a quiet, tireless strength.
She lived by a powerful belief: that there is always a way. She proved this every day, whether she...
Lou Anne Harris Smitherman
Jan 7, 2026
Lou Anne Smitherman, 68, resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away on January 7, 2026. She was born on January 2, 1958 to Lou Kimble Harris and Arthur James Harris.
Huge heart and loving, this selfless lady, Lou Anne, caused so many to laugh and smile, all while making them feel loved. Upon meeting Lou Anne, her quick wit, fun and...
Peggy "Sue" Fairchild
Jan 7, 2026
Psalm 34:4 I sought the LORD and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.
Peggy Sue Gibson Fairchild passed peacefully from this Earth on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at her home in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Born to Charles and Frances Gibson on March 26, 1951 in Hammond, Louisiana, she lived a life full of service and love. She...
