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.
Rosemary Haynes Collier
May 8, 2022
Rosemary Haynes Collier, 83, passed away on May 8, 2022 at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. She was born November 25, 1938, in Denham Springs, the first daughter of Lee Tillman Haynes, Sr. and Inez Drake Haynes. Rosemary graduated from Capitol High School, a proud member of the Class of 1955. Following graduation, she attended Southern University and married Feltus...
Margery Johnson
Apr 21, 2022
Love is patient love is kind love is best when it is genuine, I can’t help but give God glory when I think about my story and I know God favour me because my enemy could not, would not triumph over me” Missionary Margery Paulette Spears-Johnson was born in New Roads, La to parents Marjorie Cobb and Paul Jarreau on...
Alvin Louis Sparrow Sr.
Apr 13, 2022
Having lived in Chicago, IL well over fifty years, Alvin Louis Sparrow Sr. returned to his birthplace enjoying retirement. Born in Baton Rouge, LA, on October 7, 1937, Alvin was 84 years young. What a solider he was, “our captain” fought diligently after beating COVID. He fought a lengthy battle from other complications related to the disease, surrendering his life...
Peggy Chenevert
Apr 13, 2022
Peggy Chenevert passed away Wednesday April 13, 2022 at the age of 66.Peg worked as manager at Best Burger in Livonia for many years. She leaves to cherish her memories her daughter Tonya (Derek) Miletello, granddaughter Nicole Miletello, siblings David Chenevert, Jody (Debbi) Chenevert, Kaye (Mike) Rutledge, Mark Constance, Mike Constance; extended family Janet and Joey Miller, Philistia (Clint) Armond,...
Aleshia Marie Major
Mar 30, 2022
Aleshia Marie Major passed away Wednesday March 30, 2022 at the age of 49. Aleshia enjoyed cooking, baking, and arts and crafts. Her passion was helping people and she had a smile that would light up the room. She leaves to cherish her memories her son Kevin Major and wife (Deenesha) of Dallas, Tx; mother Carolyn Honore Newport and husband...
Willie "Billy" Sims Jr.
Mar 26, 2022
“Let not your heart be trouble; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where...
Molly C. Lewis
Mar 20, 2022
For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only,...
Janet Carloss
Mar 20, 2022
Janet Carloss entered eternal rest Sunday March 20, 2022 at the age of 66. She graduated from Wisner High School 1974. She enrolled to Grambling State University in the fall of 1975. She served as the Editor of the Gramblinite, the campus newspaper. After graduating college she became employed by the LA School for the Deaf where she earned sign...
Michael Anthony Fontenot
Mar 17, 2022
Michael Anthony Fontenot, lifelong resident of Sorrento, Louisiana, passed away unexpectedly March 17th. Michael has always had a love for music. He spent his earlier years as a DJ and went by the name “DJ Money Mike”. He is survived by his four children, Chad Forbes and fiancé Traci Wilson, Stefanie & Tim Wilbanks, Anthony Fontenot and fiancé Landry Tullier...
Frederick Oxley Jr.
Mar 14, 2022
Frederick Oxley Jr., was born to Frederick Oxley Sr. and Desdemona White Oxley. He departed this life on March 14, 2022. Frederick attended McKinley High School. Frederick Jr. had a passion for cooking and he loved his family and friends. Frederick Jr. worked for the Department of Transportation and Development as a chef. He also worked for Exxon Mobil as...
Leonard Paul Major
Mar 8, 2022
Leonard Paul Major passed away Tuesday March 08, 2022 at the age of 68 at his residence surrounded by the love of his family. Leonard Paul Major was born to the union of Myrtle Scott Major and Joseph Major. Leonard who was affectionate called “Mutty” worked several jobs planting sugar cane until he was no longer able as his health...
Bryan Iyen Palmer Sr.
Feb 25, 2022
Bryan Iyen Palmer Sr. passed away Friday February 25, 2022 at the age of 36. He was the second eldest of three children from Sherilyn Palmer and the late Tise Igiehon. Bryan was baptized at Belfair Baptist Church on February 9, 2003. Bryan attended Baker High and later received his GED. At an early age Bryan had a passion for...
Ruby Lee Richardson
Feb 17, 2022
Ruby Lee Richardson departed this life on February 17, 2022 at the age of 90 at her residence surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Baton Rouge, La to the union of Tom Garment and Annie Bell Washington Garment. Ruby Lee accepted the Lord at an early age and was a member of Beacon Light of...
Wayne Thomas
Feb 6, 2022
Wayne Thomas was born to the late Johnny and Shirley Matthews and was reared by his adoptive parents John and Mary Thomas. Wayne attended school in East Baton Rouge Parish. He was baptized at an early age at Jordan United Methodist Church. He later joined Bible World Christion Center of the leadership of Pastor David and Gloria Griffin. Wayne's passion...
Shelia A. Robertson
Feb 4, 2022
Shelia A. Robertson, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on February 4, 2022 at 71 years old. She was a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge. She was a former employee of Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and River West Medical Center. She was married to Wycliff Robertson Sr. for 52 years and to this union...
Sylvia “Syl” Lee
Jan 28, 2022
Mother Evangelist Sylvia "Syl" Lee entered eternal rest Friday January 28, 2022 at the age of 70. She attended McKinley Sr High and later attended Capitol Area Vocational School where she received her degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She went on to devote over 30 years as a nurse to Baton Rouge General Hospital. Sylvia was always willing and...
Erma Lee Scott
Jan 27, 2022
Erma Lee Scott entered eternal rest Thursday January 27, 2021 at the age of 82 surrounded by the love of her family. She was reared in Morganza, Louisiana, by Tillie and Albert Page. She graduated from Pointe Coupee High School in 1957. She then married Nolden Scott, Jr. on the 28th, of July 1957. She graduated from Nursing school, where...
Marsha Ann J. Curry
Jan 16, 2022
Marsha Ann J. Curry was born in Plaquemine Louisiana on July 20, 1961. She accepted Christ at an early age and was water baptized by the late Reverend Van Smith, Sr. at St. Matthews Baptist Church, Plaquemine Louisiana. She graduated from McKinley Senior High school and attended Southern University. Later in life, she rededicated her life to Christ and continued...
Sandra “Sandy” Thomas
Jan 13, 2022
Sandra "Sandy” Thomas entered eternal rest Thursday January 13, 2022 at the age of 71. She leaves to cherish her memories a host of family and friends. Viewing Monday January 24, 2022 10:00am until Funeral Service at 11:00am at Bible World Christian Center 1771 N Lobdell Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806.
Robert Lynn Gill “Bubba”
Jan 13, 2022
Robert Lynn Gill "Bubba" , a US Veteran, passed away Thursday January 13, 2022 at the age of 56 at Lane Regional Medical Center. He leaves to cherish his memories his mother, Barbara Allen, daughter Ashley Marie Carter; grandchildren Payton, Presley and Jason Greenwood Jr., brother Carl Gill and wife Amanda, sister JoAnn and husband Lee Johnson, sister Glory and...
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