Henry Kennedy “Ken” Otken
Jan 11, 2025
Henry Kennedy Otken, known to all as “Ken,” a beloved father, brother, uncle and loyal friend to many was called home by his Lord and Savior on January 11, 2025, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was born in New Orleans, LA on May 19, 1964, and raised in Baton Rouge since birth and was a...
Brian Houghes
Jan 11, 2025
Robert Brian Houghes, 55, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away suddenly on January 11, 2025. He was, above all, a much-loved father and husband. He was born in Mineral Wells, Texas, to Robert and Sharon Houghes. Brian was Catholic, and a parishioner at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Denham Springs, Louisiana. He was a 4 th degree member of...
John Philip Bessonett
Jan 10, 2025
John Philip Bessonett, age 85, of Denham Springs, La. Passed away on January 10, 2025 at Lady of Lake in the Heart Tower. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends. John was born on November 5, 1939, in Alexandria, La. He is survived by his wife Marilyn Bessonett for forty-one years, a step-daughter Mekell Traylor his loving...
Ann Booth
Jan 10, 2025
Ann Booth, age 72, went to her Heavenly Home on January 10, 2025. Ann was above all else her family’s heart. Lovingly married to her husband, Rev. Terry Booth, for 51 wonderful years, they had decades ministering to those with love. Ann also loved doting on her 3 daughters, 5 granddaughters, 1 grandson and 1 great-grandson. Family was, to Ann,...
Francis “Nels” Anderson
Jan 9, 2025
Francis “Nels” Anderson, 85, a native of Sterling, Illinois and longtime resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at his home. He was Professor of Theatre Arts at LSU and loved working with the students in helping them to be come the artist they dreamed of. There will be a Celebration of Life for him...
Leon Charles “Rip” Davis
Jan 9, 2025
Leon Charles “Rip” Davis, 97, passed away at his home in Walker, Louisiana on January 9, 2025 with his loving wife beside him. He was born on March 31, 1927 in Ponchatoula, Louisiana to parents Sebie and Mary Niehaus Davis. At 17, he joined the United States Marine Corps. He retired as a Master Sergeant after 21 years of...
Robert (Bob) Houston Anderson
Jan 5, 2025
August 31, 1949 – January 5, 2025
Robert Houston Anderson passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, at the age of 75.
Bob was a devoted husband to Melissa Broyles Anderson and a loving father to his three children: Matthew, Teri, and Lauren. He also cherished his daughter-in-love, Christina. His legacy lives on through his...
Richard John Dinunzio, Jr.
Jan 4, 2025
October 22, 1962 – January 4, 2025
Richard passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at his home in Denham Springs at the age of 62. Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 11:00 AM until the memorial service at 1:00 PM in the funeral home chapel conducted by...
Steven Hewitt Smith
Jan 2, 2025
On January 2, 2025, Steven Hewitt Smith went to be with hisLord Jesus in eternal life. Steven lived his life as a faithful servant and follower of Christ. Steven was born to Alfred and Ruby Smith, on September 18, 1967, in Kansas City, MO. After moving to Baton Rouge, Steven attended The Runnels School and Tara High School. While...
Florence “Flora Kay” Brecheen Straughn
Jan 1, 2025
Florence “Flora Kay” Brecheen Straughn, 82, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025. The family will hold a private celebration of her life at a later date and she will be placed with her husband in Ft. Worth, TX. Please share your condolences at www.sealefuneral.com.
Taylor James Peavy
Jan 1, 2025
In Loving Memory of Taylor James Peavy
(September 28, 1993 – January 1, 2025)
Taylor James Peavy, born on September 28, 1993, in Baton Rouge, was known for his fun-loving spirit, larger-than-life personality, and a heart bigger than he would ever admit. On January 1, 2025, Taylor left us suddenly, leaving behind a void that...
Sandra Lambert Gautreaux
Jan 1, 2025
Sandra Lambert Gautreaux, 75, of Baker, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
She was a homemaker and a former hairdresser at Sears for 25 years. She was a wonderful chef in her own kitchen, she loved gardening in her yard, especially tending to her flower beds. Her...
Linda Faye Morris
Jan 1, 2025
God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so He put his arms around you and whispered, “come to me”. With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away and though we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, a precious soul at rest. God broke...
Curtis Joseph Hidalgo
Dec 31, 2024
Curtis Joseph “C.J.” Hidalgo, age 92 of Watson, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at his home with his loving wife at his side.
Curtis was born on July 1, 1932 in Lakeland, Louisiana, son of the late Raymond and Eve (Philippe) Hidalgo. A Marine Corps combat veteran having served with the First Marine Division during the ...
Darla Jeans Wells
Dec 30, 2024
Darla Jean Wells passed at the age of 44 on December 30, 2024. She was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on December 26, 1980. She loved spending her time fishing and caring for those around her. She will be dearly missed by her loved ones and those who knew her.
She is survived by her parents Richard...
Marvin Donald Steinback
Dec 30, 2024
Marvin Donald Steinback, 66, of Denham Springs, Louisiana passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at his home. He was a native of Long Beach, California, and a graduate of Lake Arthur High School in New Mexico. He went to NMSU where he studied Public History/Museum. He also studied American History at ENMU. Marvin served his country in the United...
Leslie C. Price Ii “Coach” “Rusty”
Dec 30, 2024
Leslie C. Price II (Coach/ Rusty) was born on August 25, 1947, to Leslie C. Price and Catherine Long Price in Baton Rouge, LA. He passed away doing what he loved, riding his bicycle on December 30, 2024.
Rusty was a proud 1967 graduate of Broadmoor High School. After high school, he joined the United States Marine...
Helen Ann Berkholz
Dec 30, 2024
October 27, 1948 ~ December 30, 2024
Helen Ann Berkholz passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at the age of 76. She is survived by her son Troy Berkolz and wife Marcie, two daughters Christie Cashio and husband Danny and Sabrina Vidrine and husband Michael, seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, brother Michael Madison and wife Robin, sister...
Kenneth “Ken” Gilbert
Dec 30, 2024
Kenneth “Ken” Gilbert, 65, a native of Vidalia, Louisiana and longtime resident of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully Monday, December 30, 2024.
Ken was a graduate of LSU in Ornamental Horticulture in 1982 and shortly after went to work at Louisiana Nursery in Baton Rouge. Ken was a dedicated and extremely knowlegable employee and asset. His career...
Robert Earl Reines
Dec 29, 2024
November 21, 1949 – December 29, 2024
Robert passed away in Baton Rouge on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at the age of 75 and was a U.S. Army veteran.
Visitation will be held at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Greenwell Springs on Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 9:30 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial at...
