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.
Olevia Ann Harris
Dec 11, 2022
Sister Olevia Ann Harris was a loving mother, sister, aunt and a good friend to many. Olevia was born on June 28, 1957 to the union of the late Lamar and Beatrice Harris. Olevia at a young age, was baptized at Greater St. James Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Willie Finister. Olevia was a graduate of McKinley High...
Lillian Marie Jackson White
Dec 9, 2022
Lillian Marie Jackson (Momma Lil) White at age 80, gracefully and peacefully passed away at her home on Friday, December 9, 2022. She has been a God loving, God fearing Christian all her life. Lillian was born November 2, 1942. She was second of the 15 children of the late Velma and Delia Mae Casson Jackson of Natchitoches and grew...
Michael "Mike" Alexander
Nov 26, 2022
Michael Alexander, a US Airforce Veteran, entered eternal rest Saturday November 26, 2022 at The Crossing Clarity Hospice at the age of 69. He was a graduate of Capitol Senior High School. He leaves to cherish his memories his beloved wife Ingrid Mills Alexander, son Sedrick Michael Brumfield, stepsons Frankie Mills and Demond Mills, stepdaughters Lakisha Carr, Shecosta Mills, and...
Juanita Taylor Ledoux
Nov 26, 2022
Juanita Ledoux, a loving and gentle soul, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 26, 2022 surrounded by family. Juanita was born in Baton Rouge, LA on October 3, 1949 to Hester Scott Taylor and Mose Taylor Sr. She is a graduate of McKinley Senior High School class of 1968. She is also a graduate of Spencer College and attended Southern...
Timothy Donell Davis Sr.
Nov 26, 2022
“For God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten son that whosoever believeth in him would not perish but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 Timothy Davis Sr. was born on October 9, 1969 at Laillie Kemp Charity Hospital in Independence Louisiana. He went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 53...
Mr. Johnny R Selders Sr.
Nov 9, 2022
Mr. Johnny R. Selders Sr. a native of Clinton and resident of Baton Rouge entered into eternal rest on Wednesday November 09, 2022 at Baton Rouge General Mid City at the age of 87. He leaves to cherish his memories his children Johnny Jr. Selders, Vinnie Selders, Gradis Selders, Terry Selders, Garry Selders, Lutonya Selders, Reshella Selders, and Tabatha Lang,...
Lois Ann Landry
Oct 25, 2022
Lois Ann and her twin sister Joyce were born on July 29, 1944, at Charity Hospital in New Orleans, to the loving union of Lawrence Herbert Major and Marie Lillian Ellis Major. Lois experienced multiple losses at an early age. First the death of her twin sister at birth, then the untimely deaths of both parents. Despite these life events,...
Michael Williams
Oct 23, 2022
Song of Solomon 2 I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys. As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. As the apple tree among the trees of the wood, so is my beloved among the sons. I sat down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to...
Classie Thornton
Oct 20, 2022
Classie Thornton passed away Thursday October 20,2022 at the age of 90. She leaves to cherish her memories her children and numerous other relatives and friends. Viewing Saturday 10/29/2022 10:00am until Religious Service at 11:00am at Greater Pleasant Green Baptist Church 1441 Napoleon St Baton Rouge, La. 70802. Interment in St Mark Baptist Church Cemetery Rougon, La. Professional Services entrusted...
Margaret Elaine Howard
Sep 27, 2022
Ms Margaret Howard passed away Tuesday September 27, 2022 at the age of 79. She leaves to cherish her memories, her daughter T’Keisha Howard and countless other relatives and friends. Visiting Monday October 24, 2022 at 9:00 am until Funeral Service at 10:00am at Resting Place Funeral Home 7840 Florida Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806. Professional Service entrusted to Resting...
Kendall Maurice Jackson
Sep 15, 2022
Kendall Maurice Jackson Sr was born on January 2, 1968 to proud parents William Jackson III and Sherryl Glasper Jackson. He was the oldest of five children. He was baptized and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age at Mt Gillion Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev Morris J Parker. He graduated from Robert...
Calvin Roberts
Sep 13, 2022
Calvin “CJ” Roberts passed away Tuesday September 13, 2022 at the age of 24. He leaves to cherish his memories his mother Michelle Jackson and host of other relatives and friends that love him dearly. Viewing Friday September 23, 2022 9:00am until Funeral Service at 11:00am at Bible World Christian Center 1771 N Lobdell Blvd. Entombment in Roselawn Cemetery. Professional...
Lousinder Carter
Sep 1, 2022
Mrs. Lousinder Carter passed away Thursday September 01, 2022 at Baton Rouge General Hospital at the age 75. She leaves to cherish her memories her son Joseph (Sherlyn) Carter Jr., Sisters Alice Richard and Shirley Jackson, 10 grandchildren, 8 great grand children, host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Friday September 16, 2022 5pm-7pm at Resting Place Funeral Home and...
Linda Thompson
Aug 22, 2022
For everything there is a season and a time for every purpose under heaven; a time to be born and a time to die; a time to plant and a time to pluck up that which is planted; a time to kill and a time to heal; a time to break down and a time to build up; a time...
Dante’ “Hbe Akira” Constanza
Aug 5, 2022
Dante’, a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, fiancée, and friend passed away August 5, 2022 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge. He was born in New Orleans on June 25, 2002 and was a resident of Baton Rouge. He attended Tara High School and was an aspiring musician and talented YouTube creator. Dante’ was one of...
Albert Hawkins
Aug 1, 2022
Albert Hawkins, lifelong resident of Baton Rouge passed away Monday August 01, 2022 at the age of 21. He leaves to cherish his memories his Mother Denese Hawkins (Larry Washington), Grandmother Marguerite Hampton, great Grandparents Doris Bates and Essie Orange, and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Albert Brice III. Viewing...
Freddie "Cooney" Williams
Jul 24, 2022
Freddie Williams affectionately known as "Cooney" departed this life on Sunday July 24, 2022 at the age of 74. Freddie was employed at Union Design in Baton Rouge and attended East Baton Rouge Parish Schools. Freddie united in holy matrimony to Georgina Knighten. He was the father of Gerard Tillotson. He has one brother Archie Williams, grandson Katerric Haney and...
George W. Kelly
Jul 16, 2022
George W. Kelly "Lil George," a devoted painter and handyman, died Saturday, July 16, 2022. He was 61 years old and a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Visitation Saturday, July 23, 2022, at 9 am, and services starting at 10 am., at Bible World Christian Center 1771 N Lobdell Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806 conducted by Pastor Lawanda Hill. Interment...
Artemise Everette Allen
Jun 5, 2022
Artemise Everette Allen, 67, A loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend entered into eternal rest on June 5, 2022. She passed away peacefully in her home located in Baker, LA. She leaves to cherish her memories her son Jermaine Forman, Sr. (Jamela), Brother Emanuel Allen (Florida), Sister Audrey Seay. Grandson Jermaine Forman, Jr., two Great grandsons Jay’den...
Ryoshi Darr
May 16, 2022
Baby Boy Ryoshi Darr passed away Monday May 16, 2022 at the age of 7 months. He leaves to cherish his memories his parents and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing and Celebration of his Life Saturday 5/21/2022 at 11:00am at Bible World Christian Center 1771 N Lobdell Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806. Professional Service entrusted to Resting...