Donald John Cody
Jun 15, 2026
Donald John Cody, age 75, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was a native of New Orleans.
Don enjoyed a long and successful career as a machinist, working from 1978 until his retirement in 2015. His profession carried him from coast to coast and throughout the Caribbean. He was also a member...
Michael Stephen Shepherd
Jun 13, 2026
Mike Shepherd, the driving force behind The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame since 2003, passed away in Baton Rouge on June 13 at the age of 77.
The Shreveport native was raised in Baton Rouge and had a long history in the music and audio/visual industries. His journey began playing clarinet and saxophone in local bands, but he was eager to...
Deborah Faye Pritchett
Jun 13, 2026
Deborah Pritchett, age 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend whose love for her family knew no bounds. She leaves behind a legacy of strength, kindness and countless cherished memories that will forever live on in the hearts who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her children...
Morris Charles Raphael Jr.
Jun 12, 2026
Morris Charles “Tony” Raphael Jr., 84, entered into eternal rest on June 12, 2026. He was born December 15, 1941, in Franklin, Louisiana, and resided in South Louisiana throughout his life, in areas including Franklin, Youngsville and Baton Rouge.
He was an outstanding athlete, playing high school football, baseball and basketball, and pitching for softball leagues as an adult. He worked...
Troy Louis Evans
Jun 11, 2026
Troy Louis Evans, 37, a native of Show Low, Arizona passed away on June 11, 2026 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was born on June 23, 1988 in Sylvania, Ohio to Kathleen Reynolds Evans and Ronald Evans.
Troy is survived by his children, Alexander Evans and Adriana Evans; wife, Whitney Evans; brothers, Nathaniel Evans and Christopher Evans; and sister, Dawn Evans.
Troy...
Ellen Elizabeth Garver
Jun 10, 2026
Ellen Elizabeth Hornsby Garver
April 24, 1953 – June 10, 2026
With tender hearts, we honor the life of Ellen Elizabeth Hornsby Garver, who passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, at the age of 73.
Ellen was born on April 24, 1953, to Arvie Othele Jackson and Ernest Eugene Hornsby. She was a strong and independent woman with a gentle, compassionate spirit....
Patricia Ann Argus
Jun 9, 2026
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Seale Funeral Home of Denham Springs, Louisiana, is honored to be entrusted with Mrs. Argus' funeral arrangements.
Joan "Udolie" Roberts Williamson
Jun 9, 2026
Joan Udolie Roberts Williamson
March 28, 1940-June 9, 2026
Joan "Udolie" Roberts Williamson, lost the battle, but won the war on June 9, 2026 when she was called home by our Lord and Savior, surrounded by her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Aunt, and friend.
Born on March 28, 1940, she grew up in Clayton, La and after marrying, she...
John Wayne Collier
Jun 8, 2026
John Wayne Collier, age 80, of Livingston, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026. He was born on Tuesday, October 23,1945, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Carmen Collier; sons, Ritchie Collier (Venice) and Anthony Collier (Kim); grandchildren, Chase (Lauren), Cody, Cameron (Zach) and Carley (Ethan); and great-grandchildren, Marshall and Malcolm, who...
Todd Jeffery Semons
Jun 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Todd Jeffery Semons
Todd Jeffery Semons, age 58, passed away on June 7, 2026. He was born on October 6, 1967, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and made his home in Pride, Louisiana, where he built a life centered around family, friendship, and generosity.
Todd was a dedicated inspector who took pride in his work and was respected by...
Rita Tanner Reulet
Jun 7, 2026
Rita Tanner Reulet, born in Baton Rouge and a resident of Denham Springs, passed away June 7, 2026 at the age of 74.
Rita was a proud graduate of Istrouma High School. Her consistent hard work and dedication led her to become the successful business owner of Children’s Express Day Care in Port Allen. Rita found immense joy and fulfillment in...
Bernice Averett
Jun 7, 2026
Bernice Vicknair Averett of Livingston, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at the age of 86. Bernice was born January 6, 1940, in Bayou Barbary, Louisiana. She was a lifelong resident of the Bayou Barbary and Colyell communities. Bernice loved dining out, traveling, shopping, spending time with her family and friends, but most of all, she loved her...
Sandra H Porche
Jun 7, 2026
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
Psalm 23:4 ESV
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra Henderson Stewart Porche, age 75, on June 7, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Sandra...
David Joseph Dupuis
Jun 6, 2026
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Seale Funeral Home of Denham Springs, Louisiana, is honored to be entrusted with Mr. Dupuis' funeral arrangements.
Madge Talley Henagan
Jun 6, 2026
Madge Talley Henagan, 80 and resident of Denham Springs, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026. She was born in Krotz Springs, LA on February 1, 1946 to her parents Robert Talley and Mary Freida Talley. She was a devoted Catholic and loved her Lord. Madge will be dearly missed by those that had the privilege to know and love...
Gwendolyn Lavergne Staub
Jun 6, 2026
Gwendolyn Lavergne Staub died on June 6, 2026. She was the wife of the late Guy M. Staub and the mother of Gwen Duthu, Guy Staub III, Van Tromp Staub, Hugh Staub, Matthew Staub and the late Lynne Van Baalen. She was the daughter of the late Theodore Lavergne Sr. and Beatrice Del Hommer.
Private service.
Rulon Griffith Yarborough
Jun 5, 2026
Rulon Griffith “Skip” Yarborough
“A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our lives.” -Billy Graham
Skip Yarborough, a resident of Central, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on August 22, 1931, in Axemann, Pennsylvania, Skip lived a...
Anne Brunson
Jun 5, 2026
Anne K. Brunson, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on June 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 14, 1960, in Jacksonville, Florida, Anne was the beloved daughter of Eunice Krieger and the late David Nelson Krieger.
Anne was a woman of remarkable strength, resilience, and love. Throughout her life, she faced many health challenges, yet she...
Marvin Larry Beard
Jun 5, 2026
Marvin Larry Beard, 83, ran into the arms of Jesus on June 5, 2026 after a long battle of a rare form of cancer, angiosarcoma. He was born in Laurel, Mississippi to his parents Marvin R. Beard and Edna Loper Beard on April 22, 1943. Larry was proud to serve his country in the United States Army. He worked as...
Freida Driggers Smith
Jun 5, 2026
Freida Driggers Smith, 88 years old, resident of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away on June 5, 2026. She was born on January 3, 1938 in Lake City, South Carolina. She was a native of Scranton, South Carolina. Freida has been a faithful member of Amite Baptist Church in Denham Springs, Louisiana since the late 60’s. She worked in the church...
