Oct 24, 2025

Oct 13, 2025

Ellis “June” Porter Jr. departed this life on Monday, October 13, 2025, at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Ellis “June” Porter Jr. was born on November 10, 1954, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was the eldest of ten children born to the union of Ellis Porter Sr. and Irma Jean (Daniaels) Porter. He was baptized at an early age at...

Oct 9, 2025

Sherman Wayne Pierson, a life-long resident of Baton Rouge, departed this life peacefully on Thursday October 9, 2025, three days after his 67th birthday.

Sherman was a graduate of Baker High School and was honorably discharge from the United States Army. During his civilian life, he worked as a training chef before earning his certification as a welder, applying his skills...

Oct 4, 2025

Shelly Scaccia McDuffie

September 9,1963-October 4, 2025

Shelly was a vivacious, adventurous, entertaining wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. She loved travel, and loved spending as much time as possible in St. Petersburg, Florida, and Costa Rica. She enjoyed multiple yoga retreats in Costa Rica where she made many supportive friends. 

Shelly loved her family, and her sweet puppy, Sunny. She cared for...

Sep 17, 2025

Hilda Ann Bell, a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at the age of 60.

Born on April 26, 1965, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Hilda was the loving daughter of the late Lillie B. Dorsey and Sam Slater. She received her formal education at Istrouma High School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Hilda was a...

Sep 13, 2025

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Aug 29, 2025

Roxanne Goubert Nunez, affectionately known as Anna to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, at the age of 58 in Westwego, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on May 22, 1967, in the city of New Orleans. She was the daughter of the late August Joseph Goubert and Dawn Lovell Trahant Fagan.

Anna faced life's challenges...

Aug 24, 2025

Aug 13, 2025

Mrs. Celeste Graves Turnbull, 54, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 after a valiant battle with cancer. 

Mrs. Turnbull was born on October 3, 1970 in Chalmette, LA to Perry Graves and Denise Lantz (Lenny). She was the beloved wife of the late Steven Turnbull, Sr. whom preceded her in death on July 14, 2025. 

She is survived by two sons,...

Aug 9, 2025

Aug 8, 2025

Angelia D. McGilvery Rankins “Tiny” was born on March 1, 1968. She was the daughter of the late Clarence and Catherine McGilvery. She was a loving and kind wife, mother, grandmother, cousin and friend. She was a proud graduate of Perry Central High School Class of 1987. She joined Bolton Chapel United Methodist Church at an early age. Her mom...

Jul 31, 2025

Jul 30, 2025

The Life & Legacy

 Sergeant First Class – Retired Ronald Louis Whicker Sr.

 January 5, 1957 – July 30, 2025

Ronald Louis Whicker Sr. was born on January 5, 1957, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the second child of Missionary Caroline Whicker and the late James C. Wicker Sr. On July 30, 2025, at the age of 68, Ronald peacefully entered eternal rest at...

Jul 28, 2025

Lynn Allyn Maggert 65, of Independence, Louisiana passed away peacefully in Hammond on July 28, 2025.

Born in Elkader, Iowa, and raised in Arlington, Lynn dedicated many years of hard work and leadership to the Coca-Cola Bottling Company. He eventually made Louisiana his home, where he built a life centered around family, honesty, and hard work. 

He is survived by his wife,...

Jul 23, 2025

Jul 22, 2025

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Your friends at S. L. Booker Family Funeral Services

And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from...

Jul 14, 2025

With deep sadness and enduring love, we announce the passing of Steven Daniel Turnbull Sr., known to most as Stevie. He passed away on July 14, 2025, leaving behind a life full of laughter, love, and memories that won't soon be forgotten.

Stevie was a man whose loud laugh, sharp wit, and generous heart made a lasting impression on just about...

Jul 11, 2025

Jul 9, 2025

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In lieu of flowers, family and friends of Larry Wells who prefer to provide a memorial contribution may do so to St. Jude Hospital in his Memory.

Relatives and Friends of Larry...