Baton Rouge, LA Obituaries

Helgard Viktoria Aguillard passed on June 18, 2026, at the age of 89, born January 20, 1937, in Marktheidenfeld, Germany, Germany. Helgard lived in Gonzales, Louisiana.

Rev. Nina Claire Russell passed on June 17, 2026, at the age of 84, having been born on January 19, 1942, and residing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Sharon Garrido passed on June 16, 2026, at the age of 84, having been born on June 16, 1942, and residing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Keith Paul Phillips, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was born November 12, 1955, and went to be with the Lord on June 16, 2026, after an illness. Keith is survived by his daughter, Mary Ann Russell (Willia...

Michael “Mike” J. Pourciau, native and long-time resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on June 16, 2026, at the age of 79. Mike was a proud veteran of the United States Army whose strength, dedica...

Carrie M. Rosamond passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born in Belle Alliance, LA, and was a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Carrie was a stay-at-home mom who cared for and r...

Frank “Woody” Pence, Jr. passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by his loving family. Woody dedicated more than 30 years of his life to educating and mentoring s...

George Theodore Meyer, Jr., native of New Orleans, LA, and long-time resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on June 14, 2026, at the age of 83. After graduating from Southeastern Louisiana Annivers...

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” (Anonymous-Irish headstone) Gregory “Greg” Daniel Pellowski, born May 26, 1971, in Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on J...

John William Conley was born on September 28, 1947, in Hammond, LA, and passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA, at the age of 78. He was a resident of Atlanta, GA, for over 25 years....

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph W. Barrow, age 84, who passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA. Born in Baton Rouge, LA. in 1941 to his lovin...

Hollis T. Hodges, affectionately known as Pops and Skeeter, passed away on June 12, 2026, at the age of 90. Hollis was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Baton Rouge. Hollis devoted many year...

Nancy Wilbourne Nabers Boydstun "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful servants." — Psalm 116:15 Nancy Wilbourne Nabers Boydstun, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, te...

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7–8 JW McCray “Sonny” Bowden, Jr., age 90, passed away peacefully at home on June 11, 2026, surrounded by...

Dan was a dedicated church musician for his entire lifetime. He originally started playing for School Stations of the Cross in second grade while in school at Our Lady of Mercy. He accompanied church ...

Beatrice (Bea) Breaux, 82, of Baton Rouge, LA passed away in her home on Thursday, June 11, 2026. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a wonderful grandmother, as well as a beloved member of t...

Charles L. Bethley passed on June 10, 2026, at the age of 79, having been born on December 1, 1946, and residing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Dorothy "Dot" Sanders, a native of Bogalusa, Louisiana, and a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on June 10, 2026, at the age of 79. Dot was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, gr...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Francis Oehrle, aged 92, on June 10, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Jim was born on December 5, 1933, in Dyersville, Iowa, to Lawrence “...

Michael “Mike” “Bull” Anthony Maranto, 79, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on June 8, 2026. Mike was born on June 7, 1947, at the old Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge to June Miller...

Toni Jean Taylor passed on June 10, 2026, at the age of 85, having been born on March 27, 1941. Toni resided in Port Vincent, Louisiana.

Jim Crane passed away on June 8th, 2026 at the age of 79. Jim passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, and friends. Jim was born on August 10th, 1946, in Hope, Arkansas to Bill, and E...

Susanna Atkins McCarthy passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on June 8th, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on June 20th, 1961, in Shreveport, Louisiana, her generosity of spirit, lov...

Beverly Ann Mouton, a beloved sister, aunt, devoted dog mom, caregiver, storyteller, and proud Cajun woman, passed away on June 8, 2026, at the age of 89. Beverly was an incredibly independent woman,...

Richard Daniel Shaffett, a lifelong resident of Central, LA, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the age of 88. He was married to the love of his life, Bonnie Arnold Shaffett for 54 years. Born in...

Funeral Services will be held at Greenoaks Funeral Home for Robert B. Claxton, Sr. Mr. Claxton, 93, died on June 6, 2026, following a lengthy illness. Terry Swanson will officiate the service with bur...

Cheryl Ann Arrington Olinde, 73, passed away in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Saturday, June 6, 2026. She is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years, Joseph Beauregard “Beau” Olivier Olinde, Jr., two ...

Russell Albert Borill Sr., age 77, of Denham Springs passed away on June 7, 2026. Russell enjoyed making people laugh and lived his life to the fullest. Russell married his first wife at a young age ...

Melissa “Meme” Ann Hall was born on August 14, 1964, in New Roads, LA, and passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the age of 61. She was a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Melissa grew up in New Roads an...

Carolyn A. Lockwood "Nanie" passed away on June 6, 2026. A resident of Baton Rouge Carolyn was a caregiver to all she met. Becoming a registered nurse was a privilege for her taking care of all who ne...

Billie Claire Lefkovits Phillips (a/k/a Miss Bill, Miss Billie) left this world on her own terms on June 5, 2026, at her home in Sunshine, LA, with her sons and beloved caregiver Teresa by her side. B...

PRESSLEY L CAMPBELL, PhD of Butler, PA (80) died June 5, 2026, after a short illness. He was a faith-filled Christian, a loving spouse, a compassionate father & a dynamic Civil Engineer. His perfect d...

Robyn Elizabeth Hebert Thibodeaux, devoted family matriarch and retired educator, died June 5, 2026. She was 67. Married to her husband Ron since 1978, she relished being “Marmee” to three dear childr...

Susanne “Susi” Karwath Claybrook was born on January 25, 1931, in Ratibor, Germany, to August and Helene Karwath. A longtime resident of Baton Rouge, LA, she passed away on June 4, 2026. Susi was prec...

Roy Lee Welch passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born on April 30, 1941, in Centreville, MS and was a resident of Baker, LA. He is preceded in death by his wife of 49 years...

Ruth Michelle Mason was born on January 17, 1966, in Clinton, Iowa. On Thursday, June 4, 2026, the Lord called her home, leaving behind a lifetime of love, compassion, and cherished memories. In 1994,...

Chris Graham, nee Gloria Christine Johnson was born on June 14, 1948 in Syracuse, NY and died peacefully on June 4. Chris with her family moved to Ormond Beach, FL in 1963, and attended Seabreeze High...

Mary Lillian Zalfen, age 97, passed away on June 3, 2026. Born on November 19, 1928, Mary was a resident of Brusly, Louisiana. Mary will be remembered with deep respect for the steady devotion she bro...

Marshall Ann Heflin Bourgeois of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. She was 98. She was born on July 7, 1927, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge to Charles M...

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Catherine DeBenedetto Spitale passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the age of 93. She was a native of Port Allen, LA, and a lo...

Martha “Patsy” Moody Hamilton “MeMe” passed away, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the age of 78. She was a native of Columbus, GA, and was a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Patsy is s...

H. Guy Riche' III was born on May 31, 1945, at Shreveport Charity Hospital in Shreveport, LA, where his father was performing his medical doctor internship. He passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026,...

Staci Watts Morel, resident of Denham Springs, LA., passed away surrounded by family on June 2, 2026, at the age of 60. She leaves behind her loving husband of 19 years, Sigmund Morel; two children, M...

Keith Dale Brown, 72, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on May 31, 2026. Keith was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church and lived with a steady devotion to what mattered most—faith, family, and...

Charles Lester “Les” Klotz, Jr., age 82, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in New Orleans, LA, Les was the son of Ruth Brunig Klotz and Charles Lester...

Anthony "Allen" Jarreau, 60, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026. Born on March 24, 1966, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Allen will be remembered for his warm heart, sense of humor, and the strength he...

John Christopher Weller passed on May 31, 2026, at the age of 65.

Thomas “Tommy” John Spano, age 61, of Baton Rouge LA, passed away on Thursday May 28th, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on January 29th, 1965, in Donaldsonville, LA, Tommy was the fifth son o...

Hilda Miscar Buhler, 96, of Greenwell Springs, LA, passed away peacefully at home on May 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 15, 1930 in Baton Rouge, she was the daughter of the ...