Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Denham Springs, and Livingston, LA. and surrounding areas.

James Ronald Fowler, Jr.

James Ronald Fowler, Jr.

Oct 5, 2025

James “Jimmy” Fowler JR. January 26, 1972 - October 5, 2025

Jimmy went home to be with our eternal Father October 5th, 2025 at 5:35am. Surrounded by his loving wife and three boys. He fought the battle of cancer bravely, gracefully and strongly. He went home into the loving arms of his late wife Cristina and his two girls Johnnie and...

Samuel Patrick Barber

Samuel Patrick Barber

Oct 4, 2025

Samuel P “Pat” Barber, 71 years old and a resident of Belle River, Louisiana passed away at his home on October 4, 2025. Born in Denham Springs, Pat was the son of the late William C and Eunice L (Sullivan) Barber. A loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Pat enjoyed sitting on his front porch watching the river go by...

Oydean Gill

Oydean Gill

Oct 4, 2025

Mary “Oydean” Gill, 92 years old and a resident of Denham springs passed away on October 4, 2025. She was born on June 3, 1933. She enjoyed cooking, going to the beauty salon, gardening and shopping; most of all though she loved spoiling her grandchildren.

Oydean is survived by her children, Gary Gill (Cindy), David Gill (Angela), Ricky Gill, and Marilyn...

Franklin D Odom, Sr.

Franklin D Odom, Sr.

Oct 4, 2025

Franklin D. Odom Sr. 83, born on October 12 1942, passed on October 4 2025 in his loving home. He was born in Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Central, LA. He retired from the Department of Public Works as a supervisor. He loved anything outdoors especially fishing in his Champion boat.

He is preceded in death by his parents...

Nita Carol Ware

Nita Carol Ware

Oct 3, 2025

Ms. Nita Carol Ware (Myers), age 84, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Born on June 14, 1941, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Nita lived a vibrant and full life marked by her deep love for family, her joyful spirit, and her unwavering generosity.

A proud graduate of Byrd High School, Nita went on to build a meaningful...

Lettie Mae Carpenter

Lettie Mae Carpenter

Oct 3, 2025

Lettie Mae Carpenter was a resident of Watson, Louisiana for over 57 years. She was born near Roseland, Louisiana on October 6th, 1932. She passed peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on October 3rd, 2025 while surrounded by her loving family in her home. She is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Carpenter, her daughter, Debbie Carpenter,...

Jacqueline Faye Vail

Jacqueline Faye Vail

Oct 2, 2025

Jacqueline Faye Gore Vail passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025 after a valiant fight with leukemia. She was able to be with family at home till she passed. Jackie was able to enjoy visits from many friends and tell stories of the past all the way till her last few days.

Jacqueline was known as Jackie until her first grandchild...

Deborah Farmer King

Deborah Farmer King

Oct 2, 2025

Deborah Farmer King, 65, passed away peacefully and entered the arms of her Savior, Jesus, on October 2, 2025. She was born on March 11, 1960 in New Orleans, Louisiana. She loved home-cooked meals and dancing while she listened to her Motown Oldies. Two things that always put a smile on her face were bald eagles and Harley Davidson motorbikes....

Johnny Ray Stubbs

Johnny Ray Stubbs

Oct 2, 2025

Johnny Ray Stubbs, 82, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025. Johnny served his community for many years as a fire fighter with the Baton Rouge Fire Department before retiring. He was a devoted father, grandfather and friend. There will be a graveside service held at Sandy Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, Friday, October 10 at 10:00 a.m....

Beulah Behrnes

Beulah Behrnes

Oct 1, 2025

Mrs. Beula D. Behrnes was born in New Orleans, LA on February 11, 1936, and passed away on October 1, 2025. Her hobbies included working with flowers and plants and doing yard work. She also enjoyed clothes and shoes.

She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Ernest J. Behrnes, as well as her son, Clay A. Behrnes. She is...

Shirley Darlene Freeman

Shirley Darlene Freeman

Oct 1, 2025

Shirley Barnes Freeman, of Denham Springs, Louisiana passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Golden Age Nursing Home at 85 years old. Shirley was born on January 6, 1940, in Reeds Springs, Missouri to Delbert and Cora Poor Barnes. She was a devoted homemaker and a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Shirley was a member of Hebron Baptist Church...

Dr. Thomas Wayne White

Dr. Thomas Wayne White

Sep 30, 2025

Thomas Wayne White, 90 years old, passed peacefully at his home in Baton Rouge into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Wayne was born in Princeton, Kentucky, the son of Lester and Georgie White. He attended Butler High School, The University of Kentucky, and obtained his doctorate in Animal...

Pamela Bowers

Pamela Bowers

Sep 30, 2025

Pamela Franks Bowers, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, at the age of 79 in Central Louisiana. Born on August 15, 1946, in Winnfield, Louisiana, to Lonnie and Jessie Mae Franks, she dedicated her life to the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. She was known for her warmth, resilience, and sharp wit. Pam...

Melvin Jesse Womack

Melvin Jesse Womack

Sep 28, 2025

Melvin Jesse Womack peacefully returned to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, September 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Watson, LA.

Melvin was a devoted Christian, husband, father and PawPaw. In his younger days, he was an Airman First Class in the United States Air Force. He served as an Aircraft Radar Technician during...

Barbara Gail Kimble

Barbara Gail Kimble

Sep 26, 2025

Barbara Gail Kimble, 75, a native of Brookhaven, Mississippi and resident of Denham Springs, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025 at her home with her family around her. She was a graduate of Denham Springs High School and retired from Richard Price Contracting after may years of service. She loved spending time with her family and loving on her grandchildren....

Bobby Lee Calvery

Bobby Lee Calvery

Sep 25, 2025

Bobby Lee Calvery, 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his home September 25, 2025.

Bobby was born January 15, 1948, on Keesler AFB in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Beecher and Lou Ethel Calvery. Reared in Forest, Mississippi, he graduated from Forest High School in 1966 where he played clarinet in the high school band.

He graduated from the University...

Patrick Wayne Loper

Patrick Wayne Loper

Sep 24, 2025

Patrick Wayne Loper, 59, of Denham Springs, LA, born December 13, 1965, passed away September 24, 2025 ending his 41 years of pain and suffering. He is survived by his sisters, Karen Saurage Dennis), Debra Matthews, and Madison Godso. He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Gloria Loper; brother, Curtis Loper Jr.; and grandparents, Aurthor and Louise...

Gerald Paul Dicharry

Gerald Paul Dicharry

Sep 23, 2025

Denham Springs, LA – Gerald Paul Dicharry, 83, of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on September 23, 2025. He was affectionately known as “Jerry” by those who loved him.

Born on November 20, 1941, in Baton Rouge, LA, Jerry was the son of Therese and Lynn J. Dicharry. He graduated from Catholic High School in 1959. Following graduation, he served as...

G.L. "Buddy" Payne

G.L. "Buddy" Payne

Sep 23, 2025



G.L. “Buddy” Payne, passed away at his home surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the age of 77. Born on November 2, 1947, Buddy was a native and resident of Albany, Louisiana. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local Lodge 582 and was member of the First Pentecostal Church of Denham Springs....

Clyde Luke Evans, Jr.

Clyde Luke Evans, Jr.

Sep 23, 2025

Clyde Luke Evans, Jr., 76, of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on September 23, 2025. He was born on June 8, 1949, in Baton Rouge, LA, to Barbara and Clyde Luke Evans Sr. 

Clyde retired as an Operator from Axiall Corporation but was most proud of the years he served as a Baton Rouge City Police Officer. 

He is survived by his...

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