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.

Carrie Elmonia Williams Reese

Carrie Elmonia Williams Reese

Nov 27, 2021

Carrie Elmonia Williams Reese was born on September 2, 1922 in Baton Rouge, LA and peacefully departed this life on November 27, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Toncy Williams and Julia Foster, husband, Willie James Reese, her son, Wilfred Reginald Reese Sr., her daughter Doris Jean Reese Leonard, her grandson Bryan Karlton Leonard, and 10 siblings....

Amari Darr

Amari Darr

Nov 27, 2021

Baby Girl Amari Darr passed away Saturday November 27, 2021 at the age of 6 weeks. She leaves to cherish her memories her parents and host of other relatives and friends. Viewing and Celebration of her life Saturday December 4, 2021 at 12 noon at Resting Place Funeral Home 7840 Florida Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806

John Joseph Sanders

John Joseph Sanders

Nov 15, 2021

John Joseph Sanders, 81, passed away at Our Lady of the Lake hospital in Baton Rouge, LA on Monday 11/15/21 after succumbing to breathing complications as a result of stage 4 cancer. His last few days here were spent with his children and family gathered at his bedside sharing memories of good times. Even in his last days he kept...

Martin Juge

Martin Juge

Nov 12, 2021

Martin Juge passed away Friday November 12, 2021 in Baton Rouge, La at the age of 64. He leaves to cherish his memories one daughter Latisha Paul and numerous family and friends. Memorial Service Friday November 19, 2021 at 5:00pm at Resting Place Funeral Home 7840 Florida Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806.

Lloyd Samuel Woods Jr.

Lloyd Samuel Woods Jr.

Oct 28, 2021

Lloyd Samuel Woods Jr. passed away Thursday October 28, 2021 at the age of 41. He leaves to cherish his memories numerous family and friends. Memorial Service Friday November 05, 2021 at 12noon at Greater Mount Canaan Baptist Church 5820 Evangeline St. Baton Rouge La 70805. Professional Service entrusted to Resting Place Funeral Home

Richard Paul Major Sr.

Richard Paul Major Sr.

Oct 16, 2021

Richard Paul Major Sr. was born on May 16, 1947 to the union of Myrtle Scott Major and Joseph Major Sr. Richard wore many names "Dick" "Missing Link" and "Rambo" but the one he was proudest of was Da and Pawpaw. Richard was united in holy matrimony to Mercedese Young Major. To this union 4 kids were born Kawanda, Richard...

Mark Williams

Mark Williams

Sep 17, 2021

Mark was born on August 15, 1988 to Joseph and Chelita Allen in Baton Rouge, La. Wherever Mark went he never met a stranger. He attended Glen Oaks High, where he was a member of the track team, ROTC, and the Gospel Choir. Mark dedicated his life to Christ at an early age. He departed his earthly body on September...

Reginald Dewayne Tate,Sr.

Reginald Dewayne Tate,Sr.

Sep 14, 2021

Reginald DeWayne Tate Sr. passed away Tuesday September 14, 2021 in Statesville, NC at the age of 48. He leaves to cherish his memories his Mother Carolyn Tate, children, siblings, and numerous other relatives and friends. Viewing Saturday September 25, 2021 10:00am until Funeral Service at 11:00am at Church of Life Fellowship 6066 Evangeline St Baton Rouge, La 70805. Interment...

Richard Williams

Richard Williams

Sep 9, 2021

Richard Williams was born on November 22, 1967, and left his earthly home on September 09, 2021 at 4:27pm at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, La. He was baptized at an early age. He leaves to cherish his memories, his beautiful wife, Tausha Williams of Baton Rouge, La , one son Andre (Brittney) Armwood...

Troy Daniel Foley Sr.

Troy Daniel Foley Sr.

Aug 29, 2021

Troy Daniel Foley Sr Sunrise 08-24-1978 Sunset 08-29-2021 Troy was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He graduated from Marion Abramson High School in 1997. Troy is survived by his mother Toni , brother Jamaal, sister Deivory, and his children: Troy, Jr., Terrell and Tori Foley. "He Will be truly missed" Viewing Sat September 11,2021 9:00am until Celebration of Life at...

Phillip Charles Schisler

Phillip Charles Schisler

Aug 29, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of Phillip Charles Schisler announces his passing on August 29th, 2021, at the age of 35. Phillip was born in Pascagoula, Mississippi, on April 26, 1986. His love of football started early, and he went on to play for Vancleave High School Bulldogs. He met and quickly proposed to the love of...

Deionne “D” Lavell O’Bear

Deionne “D” Lavell O’Bear

Aug 27, 2021

Deionne "D" Lavell O’Bear entered eternal rest Friday August 27, 2021 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Hospital at the age of 55.Deionne was a 1984 graduate of White Castle High School. He was a humble person that loved his family unconditionally.Deionne leaves behind the precious memories of one son, Steven Jones, Parents Issac and Thelma O’Bear, 2 sisters...

Johnnie May Bradford

Johnnie May Bradford

Aug 20, 2021

Johnnie May Bradford, a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, La entered eternal rest Friday August 20, 2021 at the age of 69. Sis Bradford was a proud member of the Capitol High Class of 1970. Sis Bradford , Mrs. Mosley as she was known when she worked for Williams Progressive Life Insurance Company (formerly Desselle Life Insurance) for over 30...

Jeremiah Murray

Jeremiah Murray

Aug 19, 2021

Jeremiah Murray passed away August 19,2021 at the age of 18. He leaves to cherish his memories his mother Lakeysha Murray, father Wayne Palmer, Son Jakyren Parker. sister April Murray, brother Joshua Murray, other Siblings and numerous relatives and friends. Funeral Saturday September 04, 2021 at 10:00am at Bibleworld Christian Center 1771 N Lobdell Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806. Interment...

Dave Taylor Sr.

Dave Taylor Sr.

Aug 10, 2021

Dave Taylor Sr. passed away August 10, 2021 at the age of 66. He did 20 years and retired from East Baton Rouge City Parish Waste Management. He was a native of Donaldsonville, La and a resident of Baton Rouge, La. He survived by his wife Darlene Taylor of 40 years. Dave leaves to cherish his memories with his wife,...

Carolyn Simmons

Carolyn Simmons

Aug 7, 2021

Carolyn Simmons passed away Saturday August 07, 2021 at the age of 72. She leaves to cherish her memories many relatives and friends. Viewing Saturday August 21, 2021 9:00am until Funeral Service at 10:00am at Resting Place Funeral Home 7840 Florida Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806.

William A. Carter Jr.

William A. Carter Jr.

Aug 4, 2021

William A. Carter Jr. age 49, was born to William and Thelma Harris Carter in Natchez Mississippi: At the age of 2 months old we later moved to Baton Rouge, La. William loved his family and loved to be around people. He was a graduate of Istrouma High School. He started work as a teenager in high school. His very...

Charlene Edwina Williams Stewart

Charlene Edwina Williams Stewart

Jul 24, 2021

Charlene Edwina Williams Stewart, the second oldest of five children, was born December 2, 1938, to Eddie Asbury and Wilhelmina Spears Williams in Baton Rouge, LA. She died on July 24, 2021 in Baton Rouge, LA. She responded to the call of Christian discipleship at an early age where she was christened at Wesley AME Methodist Church under the leadership...

Bobby Louis Thomas

Bobby Louis Thomas

Jul 19, 2021

Bobby Louis Thomas Jr. affectionately called "Blind Bobby" passed away Thursday July 19, 2021 at his residence at the age of 48. He leaves to cherish his memories countless friends and relatives. Viewing Saturday August 07, 2021 12:00 noon until Celebration of Life Service at 1:00pm at Bible World Christian Center 1771 N Lobdell Blvd Baton Rouge, La 70806. Mask...

Sylvia Florence Collier

Sylvia Florence Collier

Jul 4, 2021

Ms. Sylvia F. Collier entered eternal rest Sunday July 04, 2021 at Center Point Healthcare at the age of 84. She was a retired educator with the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. She leaves to cherish her memories one brother Feltus L (Rosemary) Collier, numerous nieces and nephews, special cousins Sophia White and Wilbert White Jr, numerous other relatives...

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