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.
Saintalise Memia Laguerre
Oct 31, 2024
In Loving Memory of Saintalise Laguerre
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Saintalise Laguerre, who left this world on October 31, 2024, at the age of 29. Saintalise was a beautiful soul, full of love, kindness, and compassion, whose presence touched the lives of everyone she encountered. Though her...
Gertrude Dorsey
Oct 27, 2024
Gertrude Dorsey entered eternal rest Sunday October 27, 2024 at the age of 86. She leaves to cherish her memories her children and numerous other relatives and friends. Visitation Monday November 11, 2024 11:00am until Funeral Service at 12:00noon at Mt.Hermon Missionary Baptist Church 9151 HWY 1 North Lena, LA 71447. Interment in Roadview Cemetery. Professional Services entrusted to...
Sharon Budgewater
Oct 23, 2024
Sharon Denise Canty Budgewater passed away Wednesday October 23, 2024, at her residence at the age of 64. She leaves to cherish her memories, her daughters, Khira English and Genese Budgewater and numerous other family members and friends. Viewing Saturday November 02, 2024, 9:00am until Funeral Service at 10:00am at New Home Ministries 3000 Tecumseh St Baton Rouge, LA...
Michael Spears
Oct 23, 2024
Michael Felix Spears was born to Mary Lee Johnson on December 27, 1965 and raised by Luther Sr. and Virginia Spears. Michael took his final rest on October 23, 2024 at 12:05 a.m. at Mid City Rehab under the care of Hospice of Baton Rouge. Michael was educated in the East Baton Rouge Parish Schools District. Michael was known...
James Bailey
Oct 9, 2024
James Bailey passed away Wednesday October 09, 2024, at the age of 82. James was a man of simple joys who left a memorable mark on those who knew him. His love for cheeseburgers and cokes, along with his cherished morning cup of coffee, were just a few of his everyday pleasures. He found immense comfort in sitting back...
Keisha Nicole Mccray Jones
Sep 30, 2024
Keisha Nicole McCray Jones passed away Monday September 30, 2024, at the age of 43. She leaves to cherish her memories her family and friends. Viewing Saturday October 12, 2024, 12:30pm until Funeral Service at 1:30pm at Saintsville COGIC 8930 Plank Rd Baton Rouge, La 70811. Internment in Hillcrest Memorial Garden. Professional Services entrusted to Resting Place Funeral Home...
Alexis Beverly
Sep 25, 2024
Alexis Beverly passed away Wednesday September 25,2024 at the age of 30. She leaves to cherish her memories have family and friends. Viewing Saturday October 12, 2024, 10:00am until funeral services at 11:00am at Bible World Christian Center 1771 N Lobdell Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806. Professional Services entrusted to Resting Place Funeral Home.
Sharon Elaine Edwards
Sep 22, 2024
Sharon “Elaine” Edwards passed away Sunday 09/22/2024 at the age of 69 at Baton Rouge Healthcare Center. She leaves to cherish her memories her family and friends.Professional Services entrusted to Resting Place Funeral Home.
Clarence Palmer, Jr.
Sep 21, 2024
Clarence Palmer Jr was born on October 28,1957 to the late Clarence and Rosa Mary Palmer. He was the third child and oldest son of eight children. He departed this life on September 21, 2024, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Clarence Palmer Jr graduated from Capital High School. Afterward he attended LSU. He...
Rudolph White
Sep 20, 2024
Rudolph White passed away Friday September 20, 2024, at Sterling Place Nursing Home at the age of 75. He leaves to cherish his memories his sister Lottie Morgan, friend Rebecca Biggar and other relatives and friends. Professional Services entrusted to Resting Place Funeral Home.
Jeremy “Jay” Jamal Ware Sr.
Sep 13, 2024
Jeremy Jamal “Jay” Ware Sr went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday September 13, 2024 at the age of 29. He leaves to cherish his memories his family and friends. Viewing Saturday September 28, 2024 at 10:00am until Religious Service at 11:00am at Capital Missionary Baptist Church 5565 Hooper Rd Baton Rouge, La conducted by...
Anthony David Scott
Sep 12, 2024
Mr. Anthony David Scott aka “Scotty Boy” was born on July 14, 1965 to the union of Walter and Marva Jean Scott. Anthony accepted Christ at an early age and in his later years he enjoyed being in the house of the Lord. He found great pleasure in sitting outside listening to his music daily and dancing. He loved...
Maggie Moton
Sep 6, 2024
Maggie Moton passed away peacefully Friday September 06, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family at the age of 91. She leaves to cherish her memories her son Ralph J. Moton Jr. and daughter Gwendolyn Moton, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph J. Moton Sr.,...
Kevin Lee Allen
Sep 5, 2024
Kevin Lee Allen passed away Thursday September 05, 2024, at the age of 57 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. He leaves to cherish his memories his children Rodney Gibson, Kayla Allen and Kayleigh Allen, 2 granddaughters and a granddaughter on the way, sisters Janice A Brown, Carolyn Bienemy, Brenda (Woodrow) Muse, and Kathy Foster, brothers Darryl Allen...
Anika Lashawn Jackson
Aug 31, 2024
Anika was born on Wednesday December 13, 1972 to Barbara Jackson Foster (Johnny), and Minister (The late) Joseph Bell Jr., who introduced her to the Lord at an early age. Anika grew up in a very loving home with her two sisters Sharleman J. Wallace (Howard rip) and Sherry Jackson and one brother, Curtis Jackson (Shirley), to whom she...
Helen Spencer Burris
Aug 23, 2024
Sister Helen "Andrea" Spencer Burris passed away Friday August 23, 2024, at the age of 61. She leaves to cherish her memories her husband, John Burris, sons, Joshua Spencer and Jason Spencer, sisters, Pastor Jacquelyne Batiste and Patricia Ellison (Johnny Sr.), favorite aunt Helen Williams and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing Saturday August 31, 2024, 9:00am...
Shelby Ray Washington Sr.
Aug 22, 2024
Shelby Ray Washington Sr. passed away Thursday August 22, 2024 at his residence at the age of 69. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife Belinda Scott Washington, children, grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing Friday September 06, 2024 1:00pm until Funeral Service at 2:00pm at Bible World Christian Church 1771 N Lobdell Blvd...
Arsenio Rashad Johnson
Aug 20, 2024
Legacy of Life
Arsenio R. Johnson was born on March 16, 1989, a precious gift to his parents, Reginald G. Johnson and Deloris Johnson-White. At the tender age of two, in 1991, Arsenio's journey brought him to Houston, a city that would shape much of his life. He flourished here, completing his education and proudly graduating from...
Angela Marie Johnson
Aug 20, 2024
Angela Marie Johnson passed away Tuesday August 20, 2024, at the age of 62 at Our Lady of The Lake North Baton Rouge. She leaves to cherish her memories her family and friends. Viewing Friday September 06, 2024, 9:00am until Funeral Service at 10:00am at I Need Thee Church 6180 Winbourne Ave Baton Rouge, La . Professional Service entrusted...
Patricia "Mz. Pat The Lady Of Soul" Hatcher
Aug 11, 2024
Mrs. Patricia Hatcher passed away Sunday August 11, 2024, in Hazel Crest, Illinois at the age of 61. She was a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Patricia accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Mt. Aaron Baptist Church where she was a member. She attended Greenville Elementary, Capitol Middle, and was a 1980 Graduate of Capitol...