Obituaries

Doris LeBlanc

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...

Luke Ducote

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...

Lindy Reeves Fordham

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...

Tyler Joseph Blazier

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...

Martha Martina Rayburn

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;...

Miller Lambeth Shamburger

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...

Mervin P. Young, Sr.

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...

Lucien Joseph Templet, Sr.

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...

Vera Banerian Melton "Ila"

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...

Julie Bourque

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...

John Ortis

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...

Edmond Vicknair

Jun 26, 2023

Edmond Joseph (E.J.) Vicknair, 88 years old, passed away on June 26, 2023, at Ascension Oaks Nursing Home in Gonzales. He was born September 3, 1934, in Maurepas.

E.J. is survived by his daughter, Karen V. Duplessis and husband, Gary; son, Kenneth J. Vicknair; grandchildren, Lakin, and Peyton Duplessis; sisters, Shirley Vicknair and Myrtle Jennings; brother, Mervyn Vicknair;...

Cecil Ray Broussard

Jun 23, 2023

 

BROUSSARD, CECIL RAY

 

Died 12:25a.m. Friday, June 23, 2023, at Landmark South Nursing and Rehab Center, Baton Rouge. He was a native of Prairieville.

Visitation at Ascension Funeral Home, Gonzales, Sunday, June 25 from 5p.m. until 9:00p.m. and Monday from 8:00a.m. till the service starts at 10:00a.m., conducted by Pastor Daniel Hoover. Burial in Hope Haven Cemetery, Hwy...

Benito Bailon Mata

Jun 16, 2023

Donald Edwards

Jun 14, 2023

Donald Edwards, 72, was called home by our Heavenly Father on June 14, 2023. He was born on December 14, 1950 in Baton Rouge. He is survived by his son Matthew, sister Peggy, nieces Tina and Wendy, nephews Jason and Jared, chosen son Jeffrey and chosen daughter Haley, and other family and loved ones. Don proudly served in the Army...

Pamela Dyer

Jun 8, 2023

Pamela Dyer, 59, a native of Thibodaux, LA and a resident of Gonzales, LA passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at her home.

 

A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at The Moses Center 1398 Cardinal Drive, Thibodaux, LA. All visitors are more than welcomed to send any...

Heather Dawn (McMullen) Clingan

Jun 7, 2023

 

Heather Dawn (McMullen) Clingan left this Earth on June 7, 2023, following a brief illness. Heather was taken from us far too soon but during the 43 years she was here, Heather inspired and loved so many that had the blessing of meeting her. Heather was truly one of a kind. She loved her family endlessly and would do...

Verna S. Ambeau

Jun 2, 2023

 

Verna S. Ambeau, 96 years old, passed away in Gonzales on June 2, 2023. She was born on April 9, 1927, to the late Harry and Rena Smith.

She is survived by her son, Lou Ambeau (Beth); grandson, Kole Ambeau (Lauren); granddaughter, Kippy Ollendike (Erik); 3 great-grandchildren, Kade, Kyle, and Colin; brother, Jimmy Smith; and sisters, Ann McGowan...

Creola C. Jones

May 28, 2023

 

Creola Christman Jones, 93, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023, at home in the presence of loved ones. She was preceded in death by her husband Marvin Leroy Jones, who passed in 2003.

Mrs. Jones was born on May 19, 1930, in Calhoun County, Mississippi, but she spent most of her life in Wayne County, Mississippi, where she...

Maxine Boldebook

May 22, 2023

Maxine Boldebook

November 2, 1931 - May 22, 2023

Maxine Boldebook died peacefully at the Baton Rouge Our Lady of the Lake hospital on May 22, 2023. Maxine was a fulltime mother and wife until 1970 when she became office manager for Bradley and Braud Builders in Duplessis, LA. After retirement she and husband, Clyde, enjoyed travels in their...