OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Baton Rouge, LA
The obituaries in the Baton Rouge Louisiana Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Baton Rouge's history and identity.
Albert Douglas Jr
Apr 2, 2021
Albert Douglas Jr., a United States Airforce Veteran passed away Friday April 02, 2021 at the residence of his daughter Chasity Ross surrounded by love at the age of 69. He retired from Gulf Engineers Consultant and was proud to say that he was once the bodyguard and right hand man of Former Governor Edwin Edwards. He enjoyed martial arts,...
Elnora Parker Bady
Mar 19, 2021
Elnora Parker Bady affectionately known as "Sister" , "MawMaw" or "Big Momma" began her life’s journey on July 12, 1937 to the union of the late Frank and Mary Woodard Parker. Elnora received her education in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and graduated from Scotlandville High School. She also attended Southern University. Elnora was married to the late...
Felton Holmes
Mar 16, 2021
Felton Holmes entered eternal rest Tuesday March 16, 2021 at the age of 80. Visiting Saturday March 27, 2021 9:00am until Religious Service at 11:00am at New Light Baptist Church 650 Blount Rd Baton Rouge, La 70807. Interment in Asbury UMC Cemetery. Professional Services entrusted to Resting Place Funeral Home.
Bruce Edward Lemothe Jr.
Mar 10, 2021
Bruce Edward Lemothe Jr. was born in Pineville, La. on September 25, 1976 to Ammie Dixon and Bruce Lemothe Sr.. He was baptized at The United Pentecostal Church of Simmesport, La by Pastor Jerry Gilliand. He went to Avoyelles High School in Moreauville, La. On March 10, 2021 the sudden death of Bruce came as a shock to his children,...
Ernest Kerr
Feb 24, 2021
Ernest Kerr Sr, 53, passed away Wednesday February 24, 2021. Visiting Saturday February 27, 2021 11am until Religious Service at 1:00pm at Midway Baptist Church1004 Hatchell Lane Denham Springs, La. Interment in Cleveland Memorial Gardens Cleveland ,Oh. Services entrusted to Resting Place Funeral Home
Mattie L. Hampton
Feb 20, 2021
Our loving mother Mattie L. (Cain) Hampton entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 20, 2021. She was 84, a long time resident of Baton Rouge, LA and a native of Liberty, MS. She leaves to cherish her memories of her eight children Rose Cain Brumfield of Dallas, TX, Russ (Patricia) Cain, James, Jr., Carolyn, John, and Jerry Hampton, Sherry...
Rose "Roe" Scott
Feb 17, 2021
Sister Rose "Roe" Scott was born December 09, 1947. She was a native of Clinton, La and a resident of Baton Rouge, La. She departed this life Wednesday February 17, 2021 at 4:40pm at Ochsner Medical Center at the age of 73. Sister Roe is survived by two daughters Precious Scott and Jennifer Scott (Russell)Dunn, a sister Gloria Robinson, a...
Ada L. Dixon
Feb 6, 2021
On October 27, 1932 the world received Ada L. Dixon to the late Mr. William B. O’Quinn Sr. and Ammie Jackson O’Quinn. She passed away Saturday February 06, 2021 at Flannery Oaks Guest House. She was the eldest of seven siblings to this union. Mrs. Dixon attended Pleasant Green Baptist Church, baptized by the late Rev. Joseph Holmes. Ada went...
Hattie Walker
Jan 20, 2021
Hattie Walker entered eternal rest Wednesday January 20, 2021 at Baton Rouge General Hospital at the age of 57. She was a graduate of McKinley Sr. High. She leaves to cherish her memories four children Tiffany Mickles, Donald Mickles, Donisha Mickles, and Kiko Chevies, three grandchildren ,Javier, Logan, and Love Mickles, Godmother Beverly Shabazz, two brothers Glenn and Wayne Chevies,...
Jerris Betron Cade
Jan 14, 2021
Jerris Betron Cade was a baby boy born on Friday, March 21, 1986, to the union of Jerome and Betty Cade, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was one of three children of the Cade family. Scholastically, he received his formal education in East Baton Rouge Parish attending Istrouma High School. He also studied at the New Orleans Theological Seminary. Being...
Leona Marie Sims
Dec 21, 2020
Leona Marie Sims entered eternal rest on Monday December 21, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family at the age of 64. She leaves to cherish her memories four daughters: Sacha (Demond) Eames, Jennifer Gray, Melissa (Montrell) McDaniel, and Brandi Gray, one son Kareem Gray, twelve grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, one sister Daisy Thompson, and numerous other relatives and...
Janie Swain Knox
Dec 14, 2020
Janie Swain Knox, 78, a resident and native of Baton Rouge passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020, surrounded by her family. Visiting Saturday December 19, 2020 9:00am until Religious Service at 11:00am at St. James Baptist Church conducted by Rev. Robert E. Smith. Interment in Roselawn Cemetery Cemetery. She leaves to cherish her memories: two daughters: Diana (A.M.) Robinson...
Angela Denise Collins
Dec 13, 2020
Angela Denise Collins departed this life on Sunday, December 13,2020 at the age of 54. She was devoted to her family. A viewing will be held on Monday, December 21, 2020 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at 152 La Hwy 3050, Morganza, LA 70759. Interment following at Mason Cemetery. She is survived by her spouse: John Stewart; her children,...
Marlon Randolph
Dec 12, 2020
To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Marlon Randolph, a resident of Baton Rouge entered into eternal rest on December 12, 2020, he was 45 years old. Marlon always had a joyous, kind spirit, always kept you laughing, he will truly be missed. Visitation will be held Friday December 18,2020...
George Johnson Sr
Dec 12, 2020
I’M FREE Don’t grieve for me for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me I took his hand when I heard him call, I turned my back and left it all I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play Tasks left undone must stay that way, I’ve found that peace...
Ky'Driuan Aquad Thompkins
Dec 10, 2020
Ky’driuan Aquad Thompkins was born 12-2-1998 to Kechell Thompkins (Adriuane) and was reared by Kevin Robinson (Reshenda). Father Fredrick Gray. He was also reared by his aunt Lekecia Watkins (Tyrone). Ky entered eternal rest on Thursday December 10, 2020. Ky was baptized by the late Rev. Levi Jones at Morning Star Baptist Church of Raceland La. Ky attended Lafourche Parish...
Harold "Half Of Pint Gibson
Nov 19, 2020
Harold Gibson, “Half of Pint”, was born October 19, 1942 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Adam Gibson Jr. He departed this earthly life peacefully on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at his home in Vacherie, La. Harold was a native of Vacherie, La. He enjoyed time with his great grandkids, and watching New Orleans Saints, and never missed an opportunity...
Patricia Carloss
Nov 15, 2020
Patricia Carloss, a native of Wisner and resident of Baton Rouge entered eternal rest Sunday November 15, 2020 at the age of 57. Patricia attended Southern and Grambling University before entering the United States Army. She worked as a caregiver until her health begin to fail. She leaves to cherish her memories 5 sisters,1 brother,1 brother in law.1 sister in...
Deirdre "Deedee" Scott
Oct 21, 2020
Deirdre "DeeDee" Scott, a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge entered eternal rest on Wednesday October 21, 2020 at her residence surrounded by family. She was employed as a Manager at AutoZone for nearly 20 years. She leaves to cherish her memories her Mother Erma Scott, Children Sentoria (Brandon) Self, Courtney Scott, and Marcus Scott, Grandchildren Aarion Scott and Serenity Self,...
Alice Patin
Sep 4, 2020
Alice Marie Smith was born on May 27, 1953 in Sicily Island, La. to Alice Smith and Levi Finister. She married twice. First to the late George Taylor from which four children were born: Gwendolyn, Angel, George, Jr., and Randolph. She was a 1971 graduate of Woodlawn High School and a 1987 graduate of Delta College. She later married Forest...