Obituaries
Hilda Thorsby Baker Evans
Nov 25, 2025
Hilda Thorsby Baker Evans passed away on November 25, 2025, in Baton Rouge. She was born in Beeston, Nottingham, England on November 3, 1933. She was raised during World War II.
She met and married Gerald Baker and had three children, Melvyn Baker (Ann), Debra Elkins (Tim), and Tracy Langlois (John). She then married Delbert Delano Evans and had 2 stepchildren,...
Linda Gail Michel
Dec 1, 2025
Linda Gail Michel passed away at her residence in Gonzales on December 1, 2025, at the age of 76.
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Melvin Joseph “PoBoy” Michel, sons, Lyle J. Michel (Stephanie) and Rick C. Michel (Claire), grandchildren, Emily (Billie) Michel, Erin Michel, Austin Michel, Alissa Michel, and Alden Michel, brothers, Norman Charles Arnold, Jr. (Jan),...
Beverly Ann (Boak) Cain
Nov 27, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Beverly Ann (Boak) Cain, age 82, of St. Amant, Louisiana, announces her passing peacefully on November 27, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was born on July 17, 1943, to Hoyt F. Boak and Annie H. Boak.
Beverly was married to her husband, Donald Yancy Cain, for 63 years. She was preceded...
Leonard Mark "Lin" LeFore, Sr.
Nov 15, 2025
Leonard Mark "Lin" LeFore, Sr., 97 years old passed away at Our Lady of Ascension on November 15. He was born to the late Myrtle Bergeron LeFore and the late Joseph Wilmot LeFore. He served our country for 23 years as a United States Navy Chief Petty Officer.
He is survived by his children Anthony Dennis LeFore, Leonard Mark LeFore Jr,...
Ann Welsh Merrill
Nov 11, 2025
Ann Welsh Merrill, 87, passed peacefully at her home in Central on November 11, 2025, after a battle with cancer. A loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, Ann lived a life defined by family, generosity, faith, servitude and an open heart.
Born to EJ and Margie Welsh, Ann grew up surrounded by family and love. She was preceded in death...
Elaine Lovett
Nov 3, 2025
Donaldsonville, LA – Elaine Lovett, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, neighbor, and friend to so many, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born in Holden, Louisiana, on August 25, 1946, Elaine lived a life defined by her unwavering love and devotion to her family. She cherished her grandchildren and especially her great-grandchildren, who brought...
Doris L. Coburn
Nov 1, 2025
Doris L. Coburn went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 1, 2025. She was born on January 16, 1935, to the late Bertha Berger McAdams and the late Ira Clinton McAdams. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
Doris is survived by her sons, William, Jr. and his wife Paula, and Thomas and his wife Stephanie, daughter,...
Daniel Dominguez
Oct 30, 2025
Daniel Dominguez a resident of Gonzales, passed away October 30th, 2025, at the Baton Rouge General Medical Center – Bluebonnet at the age of 45. He was born on October 14th, 1980, in Chihuahua, Mexico.
He was a hard worker who loved spending time and making memories with his family. Daniel was an avid fisherman and loved spending his spare time...
Carol Lynn Swinnerton Hymel
Oct 28, 2025
Carol Lynn Swinnerton Hymel
Born: October 18, 1945 – New Orleans, Louisiana
Death: October 28, 2025 – Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Carol Lynn Swinnerton Hymel passed away peacefully in Baton Rouge surrounded by love on October 28, 2025. She was a devoted mother, daughter, cousin, artist, teacher, and friend whose presence brought color, laughter, and compassion to everyone she encountered.
Education and Career
Carol graduated from...
KD Linkous-Smith
Oct 25, 2025
KD Linkous-Smith was born on Friday, May 25, 1973, in Welch, West Virginia, to Jimmy and Shelby Christian Linkous. He was a graduate of Radford University in Radford, Virginia and Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina, majoring in chemistry and counseling. KD was a classically trained opera singer who was passionate about his family, community, philanthropy, tennis, animals, and...
Gary James Devillier
Oct 18, 2025
Gary James DevillierNovember 28, 1966 – October 18, 2025Gary passed away on Saturday October 18, 2025, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was 58 years old, a native of Port Barre, Louisiana and a resident of Darrow, Louisiana.He is survived by his Life Partner Mark J Haydel of Darrow, 2 sisters, DebbieGolden of Denham...
John "Skip" Hardee
Oct 13, 2025
John "Skip" Hardee was born April 4, 1943, in DeBerry, Texas to Johnnie and Alice Hardee and passed away on October 13, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
John was dedicated to his work as a salesman with Standard Alloys. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, golfing, fishing and dancing at Ric Seeling Dance Studio. He was a die hard...
Charles Edward Welsh
Oct 13, 2025
, The world became a little less bright on October 13, 2025, with the passing of Charles Edward Welsh. Born on October 4, 1943, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Charle’s unending humor brought joy to everyone around him.
Charles was preceded in death by his mother and father, E.J. & Margie Welsh, daughter, April Welsh Aucoin, granddaughter, Abby Aucoin, and brother, Arlan...
Morrell Winston
Oct 11, 2025
Morrell Winston, 60 years old, passed away at her home on October 11, 2025. She entered the world April 2, 1965, born to Gorden and Lorraine Winston, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Morrell is survived by her three children and two daughters-in-law, Bridget Barbay of Maurepas, Jeremy Barbay (Samantha) of Maurepas, and Bryce McCool (Aurea) of Arabi. She was a loving Mimi...
Betty Jo Parent Chapman
Oct 10, 2025
Betty Jo Parent Chapman passed away Friday, October 10, 2025, at home surrounded by family at the age of 82. She was a resident of Gonzales, LA.
Betty is survived by her children, Chuck Lebeau (Brigitte), Rhonda Rivere and Angela Gill (Earl).
Betty had 9 Grandchildren, 25 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great Great Children.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Jerry...
Doyle Matthew Gautreau
Oct 9, 2025
Doyle Matthew Gautreau passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge at the age of 91. He was a resident of St. Amant, LA.
Doyle retired from the United States Air Force where he proudly served our country for 20 years. He served during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War....
JoAnn Broussard
Oct 8, 2025
JoAnn Broussard, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at The Crossing of Clarity Hospice at the age of 71. She was born on April 18, 1954, in Lafayette, LA.
Joann is survived by her siblings, Steve Broussard and his wife, Gayle, Juanita “Pullette” Leger, and Helen Laird and her husband, James; sister-in-law, Nina Racca; brother-in-law, Michael...
Terrance John Folks
Sep 26, 2025
Terrance Folks, 53, of Prairieville Louisiana, passed away on 09/26/2025, surrounded by his family.Born on November 15th, 1971, Terry was the beloved middle child between two sisters and the proud father of four children.Terry was a man of contrasts — caring when it was needed, strong when life demanded it, and always ready with a sharp sense of humor that...
Fay Dixon Courtney Henderson Lass
Sep 22, 2025
Fay Dixon Courtney Henderson Lass born December 1, 1929, of Galvez Louisiana. The daughter of Elizabeth Lizzy Courtney and Johnny Dixon died Monday morning September 22,2025 in Clarity Crossing Baton Rouge Louisiana at 2:30am at the age of 95 years old. She is survived by her husband Joseph Buddy Lass, her children Rhonda Henderson AJA, Tareva Henderson, Duke Henderson and...
Marilyn Eaton Smith
Sep 13, 2025
Marilyn June Smith, 87, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Born in Mount Vernon, Indiana, she relocated to Prairieville, Louisiana in 1965. She and her late husband, Brady, owned and operated Brady’s Bar in Prairieville for 30 years. She also worked for TRI and Westat as a...
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