James Odis Stewart, 81, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana joined his beloved wife in eternity on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The family will celebrate his life at a later date. Please share your condolences at www.sealefuneral.com.
Darvin Ferguson was an unconditionally kind father, son, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend. He was everyone’s pawpaw.
Darvin loved to laugh and would make you laugh, too. He had a truly beautiful head of hair, a formidable pool shot – even if he did take his time choosing it – and could often be seen riding his beloved Harley-Davidson.
A professional land...
John Mehler Allen was born August 27, 1959, in Greenville, Mississippi. He passed away on September 8, 2026, at the age of 67. He was the oldest of four children born to his parents, Robert and Joan Allen.
John was a 1983 graduate of Louisiana State University and worked as a mechanical engineer at Dow Chemical for 39 years. In 1985,...
Rachel (Bonenfant) Roth
1946 - 2026
In Loving Memory of Rachel M. Roth.
It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Rachel on September 8, 2026, at the age of 79, at her residence in Denham Springs, Louisiana.
Rachel was born in Norwalk, Connecticut to Felicien and Alice Bonenfant. She lived the vast majority of her life in Fairfield County,...
Paula Sontoyo Johns, 84, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 6, 2026. There will be a Celebration of Life Saturday, September 26, with visitation from 12 p.m. until the service at 1 p.m. There will be a gathering of family and friends at the home of her daughter, Tiffany Ellis, immediately following the Celebration for anyone who...
Elizabeth Jean Vasquez was a vibrant soul who loved deeply, laughed freely, and never met a stranger. She had a way of making people feel welcome, cared for, and loved, often without even trying. Giving and compassionate by nature, Elizabeth loved fiercely and without reservation.
She loved to sing and dance, and music was woven into the fabric of her life....
Lillian Frances Strickland King, 94, born in Amite, Louisiana, and a resident of Watson, Louisiana passed away surrounded by the love of her family. Lillian was a graduate of Amite High School and continued her education at Northwestern. She worked for BellSouth before dedicating the remainder of her life to her home and family as a devoted homemaker.
Lillian had a...
James “Jimmy” Thomas McMichael, 75, was born on June 21, 1951, in Summit, New Jersey, and passed away on September 5, 2026. Jimmy proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
Jimmy was an all-around good man who valued the simple things in life—family, friendship, good conversation, and time spent on the water. He loved being on the water and...
George M. Gilliland, age 60, of Independence, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home on September 5, 2026.
George was a hardworking man who knew his way around a diesel engine and made his living as a diesel mechanic. He believed in working with his hands, taking care of his own, and enjoying the simple things in life. When he wasn’t...
Carolyn Kay Lee, born August 26, 1946, passed away on September 5, 2026. A lifetime resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Carolyn was a God-fearing woman whose life was marked by faith, forgiveness, and an abundance of love for those around her.
Carolyn was loved by many and will be remembered as a woman with a tender heart and a forgiving spirit....
Services entrusted to Seale Funeral Home. A full obituary will be posted soon.
James Kenneth Smith was born February 10, 1940, in Nola, Mississippi, and passed away peacefully at home in Denham Springs, Louisiana, September 4, 2026.
James is survived by sons: Michael K. Smith and wife, Alina Isreal Smith, and Brian K. Smith; two step-daughters: Vanessa and Nikki; one step-son: Terry; two grandchildren: Michael Smith, Jr. and Syndi Smith; great-grandchildren: Hunter Smith and...
Randy Scott Ardoin, born July 30, 1963, in Ville Platte, Louisiana, passed away on September 4, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 63. He was raised in Bayou Chicot.
Randy was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing and enjoyed any opportunity to spend time outside. He also had a passion for cooking, especially when it meant...
William “Billy the Kid” Roth, age 83, passed away peacefully in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on September 3, 2026. Billy was a man who left an impression everywhere he went. He was respected, admired, and deeply loved by the many people fortunate enough to know him.
Billy was a fighter in every sense of the word—not only in the boxing ring, but...
Cassondra Michelle Street, resident of Denham Springs, passed at the age of 36 on September 2, 2026. She was born in Baton Rouge, LA to her parents Clyde Wilton Street Sr. and Vickie Valenti on August 29, 1990. Cassie was a very creative person and enjoyed drawing and cooking. In her free time, she was also an avid reader. She...
Phylis Marie Robertson,a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026.
She dedicated more than 25 years to Kmart, where she built not only a career but many lasting friendships. After retiring from Kmart, she continued doing what came naturally to her—working with and serving others—through her work in retail with Rainbow. She remained there...
Ruth ‘Elaine’ Stuart, known to all as Elaine, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family following a brief battle with cancer at the age of 64.
Elaine was a caring wife and mother who always put others first. She enjoyed spending time with her family, sewing, fishing, and camping with her husband and close friends, but she loved being a MawMaw...
Arthur Wayne CannedyNovember 20, 1945 – August 31, 2026Arthur Wayne “Art” Cannedy, 80, passed away on August 31, 2026. A proud United States Air Force veteran, devoted husband, loving father and Pawpaw, successful businessman, and loyal friend, Art lived his life with a deep sense of responsibility to the people he loved and the commitments he made.Art was born on...
Ricky Dale Dunham, of Watson, Louisiana, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on August 30, 2026, at the age of 68.
He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on September 22, 1957, to the late Jimmy Dunham and Vera Krumholt Dunham and was raised in Central, Louisiana.
Ricky was a hardworking man who dedicated his career to the...
Ange Vincent Ardoin, 71, of Walker, Louisiana, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2026 at her home. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Crochet Family Cemetery, Walker, Louisiana.