Obituaries

Judy Pauline Babin Cook

Feb 10, 2025

Judy Pauline Babin Cook, age 82, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025. A resident and native of Prairieville, LA. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister.

Visiting at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Prairieville, LA on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. celebrated by Rev. Andrew Merrick....

Cecil C. Ellis

Jan 24, 2025

Cecil C. Ellis passed away January 24, 2025, at his residence in St. Amant, LA at the age of 79. He was born on December 29, 1945, in Satsuma, LA.

 Cecil is survived by his children, Veronica Lawson (Allan), Dessie Kressman (Kenneth), Robert Ellis (Tonya), and Aaron Ellis; grandchildren, Ashton, Robbie, Cameron, and Caleb; great-grandchildren, Rossi, Benjamin, and Caselyn; and sisters,...

Dustin "Duddy" Drago

Jan 6, 2025

Dustin "Duddy" Drago of Baton Rouge, born February 1, 1982, passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 42.

He was a beloved husband, dad, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He is survived by his loving parents, Daryl and Debbie Drago; son Talon C. Drago; stepsons, Aiden, Jaxx, and Jett Diez; brother and sister-in-law, Darren and Hayley Drago;...

Amy E. Aldridge

Jan 4, 2025

Amy E. Aldridge, passed away on January 4th, 2025, at the age of 64.

Amy retired from Ascension Parish Library after 42 years. She loved to read books and travel with her friends and family.

Amy is survived by her sisters, Nancy Aldridge, Tassy Aldridge, and Trudy Parrish; brother and sister-in-law, Troy and Penny Aldridge; brother-in-law, Jerry Justice; 8 nieces and nephews;...

Johnny "Tee John" Harms, Jr.

Jan 1, 2025

Johnny "Tee John" Harms Jr.

August 13, 1953 - January 1, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Johnny N. Harms Jr., 71, of Geismar, Louisiana. He passed away in his home after a courageous battle with cancer on January 1, 2025, surrounded by loving family members.

Born on August 13, 1953, in Wessington, South Dakota, Johnny...

Doloris Elaine Rice

Dec 22, 2024

Doloris Elaine Rice, age 93, peacefully passed away at her home in Prairieville, LA on December 22, 2024. She was born in Longview, TX, and eventually settled in Prairieville, LA in 1966 where she spent the rest of her life. Doloris’s primary occupation was as a wife, mother (grandmother), and homemaker.

Services will be held at Ascension Funeral Home, 426 W....

Michael Paul Roussa

Dec 20, 2024

Michael Paul Russa, a resident of St. Amant, LA, passed away at OLOL-Ascension on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the age of 60.

He is survived by his siblings, Peter Roussa and wife Janice of Oak Ridge, TN, Thomas Roussa and wife Valeda, of Gonzales, Claude Roussa, of Castle Rock, CO, of Prairieville, Vickie Roussa, of Gonzales, Camilla...

Mildred G. “Mimi” Lavigne

Dec 10, 2024

Mildred G. "Mimi" Lavigne passed away December 10, 2024, at her residence in Gonzales, LA, at the age of 80. She was born August 13, 1944, in Somerville, MA.

She was a retired accountant with the Cracker Barrel Convenience Store and a member of St. Mark Catholic Church in Gonzales.

Mrs. Lavigne is survived by her husband, John "Ed" Lavigne, daughters and...

Richard Everett Ricker

Dec 10, 2024

He was born in Corinna, Maine February 2, 1944. A loving father and grandfather, he died Tuesday, December 10, 2024, surrounded by family and friends at the Ochsner Intensive Care Unit in Baton Rouge after a short but valiant fight with pulmonary fibrosis complicated by pneumonia.

He will always be remembered for his passion and love of family, friends, golfing, tinkering,...

Morgan Richoux

Dec 5, 2024

Morgan J. Richoux, passed away at 4:00 pm on December 5th, 2024, at his home.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Joyce I. Richoux, son, Michael Ambrose (wife Lisa), daughters, Tammy Biewer (husband Pat), Karen Ambrose, Heather Richoux, and Shannon Owens (husband Mark).

Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren, as well...

Arthur Lawrence Ducote

Nov 29, 2024

Arthur Lawrence Ducote, a resident of Akers, LA, passed away Friday, November 29th, 2024, in Madisonville, LA at the age of 83. He was born on June 18th, 1941, in New Orleans.

He served our country in the United States Air Force and was retired from Ormet.

He is survived by his children, Randy Ducote and wife Nikki, Angie McNeil and husband...

Sharon Kay Skinner

Nov 23, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Sharon Kay Skinner on November 23, 2024, at the age of 80. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and respected local business owner.

Born on March 15, 1944, in Bryan, TX, and raised in Wilson, Oklahoma, Sharon was the cherished daughter of Clara and Vernon Adams. As the owner of The Horn...

Monica A. LeBlanc

Nov 19, 2024

Monica A. LeBlanc, a resident of Geismar, passed away November 19th, 2024, at the age of 84. She was born on May 4th, 1940, in New Orleans.

She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Dufresne (Irma); sons, Dennis Dufresne, Sr. (Heather), and Michael Dufresne; grandchildren, Britany Dufresne, Stephen Dufresne, and Dennis Dufresne, Jr.; step-granddaughter, Natalia Ceciliano; great-grandchildren, Annabel Daigle,...

William "Zebbie" Rolls, Sr.

Nov 18, 2024

William "Zebbie" Rolls, Sr., 69, of Denham Springs, LA, went to be with the Lord on November 18, 2024.

Born on January 11, 1955, Zebbie was known for his kind heart, infectious laughter, love for motorcycles, and singing karaoke. He was a devoted partner to Cecil Hart, his lifelong companion and best friend.

Zebbie is survived by his daughters: Stephanie Noto Slack...

Eric Randal Hammett

Nov 15, 2024

Eric Randal Hammett was born September 29, 1969, in Baton Rouge Louisiana and passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024. He is survived by his dad, Armond Pete Poirrier and mom, Carolyn Christeen Hammett Cowart and stepfather Jesse Cowart. His brothers and their wives Gregory Wayne and Amy Poirrier and Kevin Andre and Lisa Poirrier. His nephews and nieces: Joshua...

Ella Mae "Mae" Fontenot

Nov 1, 2024

Ella Mae "Mae" Fontenot, 94, of Maurepas, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in Las Vegas on Friday, November 1, 2024, with her loved ones nearby. Born on April 28, 1930, to Decatur and Maude Phillips Parsons, Mae was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister.

Mae was a homemaker who dedicated her life to caring for her family. She had a deep...

Norris "Bubblegum" Arnold

Oct 24, 2024

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Norris Edward Arnold (Buster, Bubblegum and more fondly known as Gramps) Born, 2/9/1946, Norris passed away peacefully on 10/24/24. He was a life-long resident of Galvez/Prairieville. 

Norris is proceeded in death by his parents, Wilmer and Olee Ferguson Arnold, a daughter Dana Michelle Arnold, a daughter in law Kelly Johnson...

Barbara Mae Bergeron May

Oct 22, 2024

Barbara Mae Bergeron May, affectionately known as "Sugar," was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, as the fourth child of Theodore and Agnes Ricard Bergeron on August 5, 1927. Her rich African American Creole heritage dates back to colonial Louisiana in the 1700's. Barbara was baptized at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. She was a graduate of St. Francis Xavier High...

Charles E. Rolls

Oct 18, 2024

Friday, October 18th, 2024, Charles E Rolls, a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away at the age of 77. Charles was born on January 27th, 1947. He was a hard working man who enjoyed riding motorcycles and watching westerns. His passion was hunting and his love for his family.

He is survived by daughter, Ida M Bourgeois; Daughter-in-law, Maria...

R.C. "Rob" Baze, Jr.

Oct 13, 2024

R.C. "Rod" Baze, Jr. a long-time employee with Shell Chemical.

He is survived by his wife, Janet Baze; stepson, Derek Nystrom; daughters, Tahnee Baze, Desiree Savoy (husband Mike); sister, Virgina Baze; grandchildren, Nick Pupera (wife Megan), Daisy Savoy; great granddaughter, Sophie Pupera, and nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Saturday, October 19th, 2024, at Ascension Funeral...