Claire Bahlinger

Olive Claire Clack Bahlinger passed away on March 16, 2026 after an extended illness. Claire was born on December 11, 1933 to parents Frank and Marie-Louise Clack. She grew up in Baton Rouge but spent some of her childhood in St. Francisville with her friends and extended family. She was a graduate of Baton Rouge High School. Claire was married to Frederick J. Bahlinger, Jr. Claire loved cooking for friends and family. Their home would often be full of guests enjoying food, fun and laughter. Claire worked for several years at the Roman Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge at the Diocesan Tribunal as an assessor on matrimonial cases. Claire is survived by her four children: Marie-Louise (Matt), Frederick J. IIII “Fritz” (Melissa), Lewis (DeeDee), Hilary (Willie); grand children: Brooke (Jordan), Jessica, Malachi and great grandchild Lynn. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or St. Vincent de Paul. The family is thankful for the staff at Lacour House in New Roads and Clarity Hospice for the wonderful care that they gave our mother. Visitation will be held at Rabenhorst Funeral Home Downtown on Sunday, March 22, 2026 from 4pm until 6pm. Visitation will resume on Monday, 9:30am at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Mass beginning at 10:30am. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.