John Kelley, Jr.
Jun 13, 2023
John Kelley Jr., precious husband to Yvonne, father to John and Jason and Shannon and their spouses Michele and Nicole and Brandon, left this earthly world on June 13th at the age of 85 to be with his Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ. He loved his family with all his heart. The grandsons and granddaughters and the great grands. He...
Jeffery Paul Haynes
May 30, 2023
Jeffery Paul Haynes, 64, passed away on May 30th. A graduate of Central High School, he worked for Premier Chemicals as an operations manager for the past 20 years. Jeff brought light and laughter to all who knew him. His warmth, humor, and dedication to family and friends left a lasting mark on the hearts of many.
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Mary Frances Blanchard Walton
May 22, 2023
Mary Frances Blanchard Walton, 95, who worked for many years as a secretary at the Travelers Insurance headquarters in New Orleans, passed away on May 22 in Denham Springs, La. after a brief illness. Mrs. Walton, the daughter of the late James Blanchard and Mary Elzine Brashears, grew up in Shelby, a small town in the Mississippi Delta. A friendly...
Rutheline Ballard Mclin
May 10, 2023
Rutheline Ballard McLin, 82, passed away peacefully on May 10th and now gets to “sing & shout, & see the one who saved her soul.”
Ruth was a devoted mother & grandmother, who modeled a servant’s heart. She will be remembered for her dedication to her family, her love of cooking, her quick wit that lasted til...
Michael David Hidalgo
May 4, 2023
Michael David Hidalgo, 66, died peacefully in his sleep on May 4th, after a long battle with lung cancer. Born Feb 16, 1959, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, Michael was a compassionate and generous man with a great sense of humor and a passion for the outdoors, especially fishing and golf. He was a highly skilled and meticulous finish carpenter, drywaller,...
Christopher Chad Taylor
Apr 21, 2023
Christopher Chad Taylor had a few simple guideposts that helped him navigate through life–family, food, football and fun–as he wove through a freewheeling lifestyle that combined being an extravert with quiet introspection.
Chris once traveled the world on the contractor’s dime refurbishing hotel resort air conditioning units but later found a special comfort that only the rarefied,...
James “Jimmy” Durbin
Apr 16, 2023
James “Jimmy” Durbin, born to the late Mildred and Erlo Durbin , passed away on April 16 at the age of 76. H e will be remembered for his compassion and love for his family, friends , and the City of Denham Springs.
Jimmy graduate d from Denham Springs High School ; received his bachelor’s degree from...
William “Bill” Lowe
Apr 13, 2023
William “Bill” Lowe passed away peacefully on April 13 at St Josephs Hospice House. He was born in Herriman Tennessee but has resided in Denham springs Louisiana for over 50 years. Bill was well known for his sense of humor, his kindness and generosity, and for the love he had for his family. Bill has touched so many lives...
Craig Joseph Charrier
Mar 21, 2023
Craig Joseph Charrier, 72, a native and resident of Baton Rouge, passed away Friday, March 21, at his home. Craig was a 1970 graduate of Broadmoor High School. He was very proud of his service to his country in the United States Air Force. He worked for many years as an iron worker before retiring. He was a member...
Paul “Gary” Donnell
Mar 17, 2023
In Loving Memory of Paul “Gary” Donnell
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Gary Donnell, who was called to his heavenly home on March 17 th , at the age of 73. He peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family.
Gary was born on February...
Mary Jan Gaultier
Feb 20, 2023
Mary Jan Gaultier, 64, passed away Tuesday, February 20 th at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Baton Rouge. She was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on September 12, 1959 and has been a resident of Denham Springs for many years. Mary worked in accounting and loved to garden, shop, and travel to the beach.
She is survived by...
Richard “Ricky” Sibley
Feb 13, 2023
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of a loving husband, father, pawpaw, great pawpaw, brother and dear friend. Richard (Ricky) Sibley gained his beautiful wings with his son Robert (Robbie) Sibley on Thursday, February 13th at the age of 68, with his loving wife Bobbie Sibley standing beside him. He will forever be lovingly remembered...
George Dosher Honeycutt “Bud”
Jan 29, 2023
George Dosher Honeycutt “Bud”, passed at the age of 83 on Monday, January 29th at his home after a battle with cancer. He was born in Harrisonburg, Louisiana on November 1st, 1940, to his parents Bueford and Mary Honeycutt. He worked as a diesel mechanic and has been a resident of Denham Springs, La for many years.
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John Bliss Camp
Jan 18, 2023
John Bliss Camp, the founding Director of the O’Brien H ouse addiction recovery center and an active member in the recovery community for more than a half a century, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 18 th at the age of 88. His incredible mind was active and sharp until the very end, but his body could no longer...
Kenneth Melvin Varnado
Sep 2, 2022
September 2, 1952 ~ September 2, 2022
Kenneth Melvin Varnado, age 71, received the ultimate birthday gift of new life in heaven with his Lord and Savior on September 2, 2023. He was born on September 2, 1952 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He moved on to his new heavenly home peacefully surrounded by family and special friends...
Clint Matthew Ford
Aug 13, 2019
Clint Matthew Ford, born on June 19, 1977, in Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, August 13, at the age of 47. Surrounded by his loving family after a fierce race against cancer, Clint crossed the finish line and is now resting in the arms of Jesus. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness,...
Nancy Alice Lipp Wolford
May 18, 2019
Nancy Alice Lipp Wolford, age 92, of Denham Springs, passed away Sunday, May 18, at Maison De Fleur Assisted Living Home. She was born in Portland, Oregon and was a graduate of Kelso High School in Longview, Washington. She was a member of St. Francis Episcopal Church and faithfully served for over fifty years as president of ECW, chair...
Kim Marie Glover Wells
Jun 20, 1959
Kim Marie Glover Wells passed at the age of 66 on June 20, 1959. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on June 9, 2025 to her parents Irving and Jean Glover. She was retired from property management. Kim was happiest when out fishing, around the water, playing games on the tablet, and spending time with family. She loved the...
Joellen Frindik
Jan 19, 1924
JoEllen Frindik, 76, 3/12/47 – 1-19-24.
She was a long time employee of the Louisiana department of labor as an adjudicator. She was also a caregiver with Hospice house well into retirement.
She’s preceded in death by her parents, Joyce Elaine, Alessi, Frindik, John “Bizzy”Frindik Jr; brother Kevin Frindik and sister-in-law Mary Frindik; maternal grandparents,...
John Wallace
Our sweet neighbor passed away, He was such a good and kind man. We’re going to miss him, he has been part of our family for many years. And its hand to think of him being gone, but we know he’s happy in heaven with his family. We will miss you Mr. John, He would never say goodbye; he...
