Obituaries

Jan 5, 2024

Frederick “Fred” Charles Miller passed away on January 5, 2024, at the age of 76.  He was born in Caribou, Maine on January 6, 1947, and resided in Baton Rouge for the last 50 years.  Fred is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sandra “Kay” Hazel Miller; son, Andrew Miller; daughter-in-law, Anne Miller; grandsons, Jean-Paul and Tucker Miller; brothers,...

Dec 30, 2023

Dec 29, 2023

 

Harriet Ann Parrott Ardoin was born November 13, 1930, in Eunice, LA. She passed away on December 29, 2023, at the age of 93.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Stagg Parrott and Culberta Baker Parrott; brothers, William, Richard, and John (Jack); sister, Betty; two infant sons, Shawn Dale Ardoin and Dominy Dale Ardoin; and daughter-in-law...

Dec 19, 2023

Angeline L. Merchant was born on July 14, 1958, in Primavera, Paraguay. She peacefully passed away on December 19, 2023, at her home in Prairieville, LA.



She dedicated her life to helping others as a Registered Nurse, working tirelessly the last 10 years at Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center.



Angeline is survived by her husband,...

Dec 15, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Isabelle “Belle” Mary Boudreaux Broussard, A devoted wife, sister, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully Friday, December 15, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was 95.

 

Visiting at Ascension Funeral Home, Wednesday, December 20, 2023, from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. Visiting at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Prairieville, on Thursday, December 21, 2023, from...

Dec 7, 2023

Wendy Lynn Costanza passed away December 6th, 2023, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center at the age of 47. She was born in New Orleans on January 26th, 1976.

Wendy was a loving mother, wife and sister.

She is survived by her husband, Vincent J Costanza, Jr.; children, Dana Guillory Lawless (Daniel Lawless), Vincent "Vinny" Costanza III,...

Nov 27, 2023

 

Elizabeth Maxine Joiner “Big Granny” passed away Monday, November 27, 2023, at her residence in Prairieville at the age of 93. She was born on August 7, 1930, in Pensacola, FL.

Big Granny is survived by her 2 children, Joyce, and Pamela; 3 grandchildren, Amy and Charley Pons, Will, plus 2 others; 5 great-grandchildren, Charley, Jr, Chelsea, Chance, Amber...

Nov 12, 2023

 

 

Marilyn “Sue” Diez Lanoux, 88, of Dutchtown, Louisiana passed away November 12, 2023.  She was born December 9, 1934, to the late Ulysses and Mary Diez. 

She is preceded in death by her first husband and the father of her children, Armond “Cookie” Hull; two sons, Ritchie Hull, and Randy Hull; siblings, Giovanni Singletary, Sterling Diez, Uton Diez,...

Nov 9, 2023

 

Gayle Hebert Kling lost her battle with Alzheimer’s on November 9th, 2023.  She was born on December 18, 1943, in Weber City, Gonzales La.  She has resided in Dutchtown for over 50 years since marring her husband Shafter Kling. 

Gayle is survived by her husband Shafter Kling and her youngest sister Angela Babin & husband Kane and by her...

Nov 1, 2023

 

Doris Braud LeBlanc, known as “Mimi” to her family, passed away on November 1, 2023, at the age of 100. She was born on July 23, 1923, and was a Gonzales native and a resident at Francois Bend Senior Living.

She was a retired cosmetologist, a homemaker, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend.

She is survived...

Oct 29, 2023

 

Luke B. Ducote passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the age of 80.  He was born January 31, 1943, in Plaucheville, Louisiana to Milburn and Nay-Dee Ducote. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1960 to 1964.

One of Luke’s passions in life was photography. He was a photographer at the Times...

Oct 23, 2023

Lindy Reeves Fordham, age 46, passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023, at her home. A resident of Ruston, LA and native of Luling, LA, Lindy attended Nicholls State University and obtained her master’s degree in Education from Our Lady of Holy Cross College. Lindy pursued a career in education and found joy and fulfillment in teaching children with severe/profound...

Sep 30, 2023

 

Tyler Joseph Blazier, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of St. Amant, LA passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the age of 27. Tyler will be remembered for his contagious laugh and sense of humor. Tyler had a big heart and was a hard worker. He enjoyed fishing, loved being outdoors and spending his free time with...

Sep 8, 2023

 

Martha Martina Rayburn passed away on September 8, 2023, in Baton Rouge at the age of 97. She was born on July 20, 1926, in New Orleans.

 

She is survived by her 2 sons, David Rayburn (Mary) and Mark Rayburn (Laurie); 3 daughters, Sandra Lee Scott, Donna Loflin (David), and Teresa Rayburn (David); 1 brother, Rosario Martina;...

Sep 6, 2023

 

Miller Lambeth Shamburger was taken from us suddenly on Wednesday Sept 6, 2023.  He was reunited with God and his loving spouse of over 50 years.  He was 88 years old and a resident of St. Amant, Louisiana.

He proudly served our country in two different branches of the service, first as a United States Marine, and then as...

Sep 3, 2023

 

Mervin P. Young, Sr., passed away on September 3, 2023, in Baton Rouge. He was born on August 21, 1928, in Sorrento, LA.

 

He served our country for 30 years in the United States Air Force.

 

Mr. Young is survived by his children from his first wife, Evelyn Ann Cambre: their 4 children are Milinda...

Aug 17, 2023

A loving  husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, he died August 17, 2023, at Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge.

 

He was 83, born October 13, 1939, and was a native and longtime resident of Gonzales, Louisiana.

 

Visitation at Ascension Funeral Home, 426 W. New River St., Gonzales, on Thursday, August 24, from 9 to 11, a...

Aug 12, 2023

 

Vera Banerian Melton, "Ila", passed away on August 12, 2023, at the age of 93. She was born on August 6, 1930, to John and Helen Banerian in Milwaukee, WI.Vera was the daughter of an Armenian immigrant and was one of six children. In 1951, Vera met the love of her life, William "Bill" J. Melton, Sr at Bradford...

Aug 2, 2023

 

Julie Anna Williams Bourque, 41, resident of Gonzales, Louisiana, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. Julie, or “AJ” as she was known by many, was a generous, kindhearted, and artistic individual, who was also a talented singer. She was a loving mother, a devoted daughter, a supportive sister, a loyal friend and...

Aug 2, 2023

 

On August 2, 2023, at 9:45 am, John gained his wings. John fought a long hard fight but God said it was time. John is survived by his wife, Pamela LaBasse Ortis; stepdaughter, Laura Spurgeon (Jed ); step-grandfather to Peyton; stepson, Gabe Minnich, (Ashley); step-grandson, Skyler; son, Jonathan Ortis, (Allison); grandbaby, sister, Connie Kennedy,( David), nephew, Robert Kennedy; niece...