East Baton Rouge Obits

East Baton Rouge Obituaries

BAKER	Times Picayune Aug. 3, 1914 Baker, La., Aug. 2. – Chester A. Williams, who was killed by his horse falling on him here Thursday, was buried Friday at the Plains Cemetery. Rev. S. D. Howard, pastor of the M. E. Church South, performed the funeral services, assisted by Rev. B. F. Wilkinson of the Presbyterian Church. submitted by MarlaZwakman
NOLAND	Times Picayune Feb. 19, 1916 Baton Rouge, La., Feb. 18. – Mrs. Laura Mains Noland, wife of the late R. B. Noland, of Batchelor, La., died Thursday. She is survived by her father, W. W. Mains, and five children: Miss Laura Noland, R. B. Noland and George Noland of Baton Rouge, Wade Noland of St. Francisville, and L. B. Noland of New Orleans. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon. submitted by MarlaZwakman
COSTELLO	Times Picayune Dec. 7, 1914 Baton Rouge, La., Dec. 6. – James P. Costello died at his home in North street early Friday morning, aged sixty-eight years. Death was caused primarily by a fall received in a runaway accident last April. Both his arms were broken and his nervous system never recovered from the shock. Mr. Costello was a Confederate veteran. He is survived by three sisters.
Vincent Greco	Vincent Greco dies in Louisiana Requiem high mass for Vincent Greco, of Shreveport, La. former grocer at Metcalfe was said. Wednesday at 9 a. m. in Baton Rouge, La., with burial in Baton Rouge cemetery. Mr. Greco died Monday night at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, after an illness of three months. He was 62. Born in Italy, he lived Washington county and engaged in the grocery business until years ago when he moved to Shreveport. He engaged in grocery business at Shreveport when he was taken ill. He leaves a brother, John Greco of Baton Rouge, a sister and four brothers in Italy; two I nieces, Mrs. Bruno Tubertini Jr., and Mrs. Glenn Powers and a nephew Sam Greco, all of Greenville; and another nephew, Specialist Third Class Frank Greco, with the U. S. Army in Italy. Oct 3, 1957 Greenville Times
Babin Burnett	Times-Picayune April, 13, 1918 James Francis Babin, 50 years old, a farmer of the Seventh Ward of East Baton Rouge parish, died from an attack of apoplexy Friday morning at his home about eight miles from Baton Rouge.( submitted by Sandy Denney) Times-Picayune July 24, 1914 Former Postmaster Dies - Edward M. Burnett, postmaster of Baton Rouge under the Roosevelt and Taft administration, died early this morning, and was buried this afternoon in Magnolia Cemetery. Mr. Burnett was sixty-seven years old. He was prominent in Republican politics of East Baton Rouge parish for many years.(submitted by Sandy Denney) ____________________________________________________________________________________________
Edmonston	Times-Picayune February 21, 1915 William Edmonston, one of the oldest citizens of East Baton Rouge parish, died this morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Emma Daigle, near Hope Villa. Mr. Edmonston leaves 150 descendants, among whom are sons and daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be buried at the Catholic cemetery at Prairieville tomorrow.(submitted by Sandy Denney)
Rachel Carl	Died, of Pleurisy, January 3. 1842, at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. G. P. Lilley, East Baton Rouge, La., Mrs. RACHEL CARL, in the 75th year of her age. She came with her husband and family from Canada to Louisiana in 1809 while this part of it was still in the possession of the Spanish and the Protestant religion was not tolerated. (17 March 1842 - "Watchman of the South" - Submitted by B. Ziegenmeyer)
Edwin L Tompkins	TOMPKINS—At Baton Rouge, La, on Oct. 27th, 1940. Edwin L., son of William B. and Ella Tompkins, of 69 W. 8th St.. Chester, Pa. Services arid Interment at Baton Rouge Cemetery. Chester Times 10/28/1940
Harrison Fremont Kapp	Harrison Fremont Kapp, 84, retired secretary manager of the Louisiana Farm Bureau federation, who died here, was buried in a Baton Rouge cemetery after services in Lake Charles. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Clara Kapp of Baton Rouge; a son, Paul Kapp of Baton Rouge: a daughter. Mrs. G. A, Foss of Lake Charles, and three grandchildren. Port Arthur Times 2/6/1942
Mamie Champagne Bergeron	Mrs. Bergeron's Rites Held in Baton Rouge BATON ROUGE, Nov 16 Funeral services were held here today in St. Agnes Catholic church for Mrs. Mamie Champagne Bergeron 85, mother of R L Bergeron of Orange. Mrs. Bergeron was a former resident of Beaumont. Services and burial were under the direction of the Babenhorst Funeral home. Burial was in a Baton Rouge Cemetery. Mrs. Bergeron died Sunday at 5:30 p.m. in her home. Port Arthur News 11/16/1965
Mrs. Julius Pellowski	Mrs. Julius Pellowski MINNESOTA CITY, Minn.- Mrs. Julius (Alice) Pellowski, 7, Baton Rouge, La., a form- :r resident here, died there Friday at 10:30 a.m. following a two-month Illness. The former Alice Gibbs, she was born in 1913. She and her husband and family moved to Baton Rouge about 10 years ago. Survivors are: her husband, Baton Rouge; three sons, Terry, Darryl and Mike,' and a daughter, Maureen. A son, Daniel, has died. Funeral services will be held Monday at the Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St., Baton Rouge. Burial will be in a Baton .Rouge cemetery Memorials are preferred. Winona Daily News 9/5/1971
Carlton Bates	Carlton Bates Word has been received of the death of Carlton Bates, 86, of Baton Rouge, La., formerly of Watertown, who died April 29 at home. He was a native of Watertown and was a retired executive vice president of the Allied Chemical Corp. Mr. Bates was a veteran of World War I and was a member of St. James Episcopal Church in Baton Rouge. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Eulah W. Bates of Baton Rouge; a daughter, Mrs. Ann Bates Waterman of Denver, Colo.; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Gay Glover Sheffield of Newport, R.I,, and a stepson, John L. Glover Jr. of Baton Rouge. Syracuse Herald May 17, 1980
Jimmie Davis	BATON ROUGE, La. — Jimmie Davis, the "singing governor" who drew on his popularity as a maker of hits such as "You Are My Sunshine" to twice win election to the state's top office, died Sunday, his former press secretary said. He was believed to be 101. "He died at 4:40 a.m., peacefully in his sleep in his home at Baton Rouge," Ed Reed said- Davis parlayed smooth talking and sweet singing into a political career, serving as governor from 1944-48 and 1960-64. He estimated that he wrote more than 400 songs, including "It Makes No Difference Now" and "Sweethearts or Strangers," and recorded at least 52 albums. "You Are My Sunshine," his first smash hit in the late '30s, became a standard. Davis had acknowledged in the past that he was uncertain of his own age, knowing only that he was born around the turn of the century. Age had taken its toll on Davis in recent years, but he frequently mustered the strength to perform. He sang at his own 100th birthday celebration in Baton Rouge in September 1999. At a quieter, private celebration a year later he was in a jocular mood. "If s a great day for me." he told The Associated Press in one of his last interviews. "I'm getting the hang of these things." He said it was Gov. Sam Jones and Huey Long's brother Julius who talked him into running for governor in 1943. Backers thought his popularity as a singer could help him end the crippling 15-year battle between the Long forces and their opponents. The national press had a field day with the "singing governor," but he wasn't a political neophyte; even while pursuing his musical career, he had served in local offices in Shreveport and on the state Public Safety Commission. And he proved he was capable of making lawmakers dance to his tune. He was remembered for pushing through legislation in his first term creating the state's first driver's licenses, and, in his second, for seeing the state through the school desegregation battles of the early 1960's (November 5, 2000)
W. P. Connell Anthony Doherty	MEXICO City Feb. 15—CAP)— W. P. Connell, banker, and Anthony Doherty, Louisiana state Senator, both of Baton Rouge. La, died suddenly early yesterday from heart attacks after a day of sight seeing here. Mr. Connell who was 57 year old was president of the Louisiana National bank and Mr. Doherty, 58 years old, was a hardware merchant as well as a state senator. Their deaths were attributed by physicians to the high altitude of Mexico City coupled with a strenuous tour of the city's sights. Mr. Connell suffered a heart attack in a cabaret and was rushed to a Red Cross station where he died. His friend died shortly afterward while telling police about his companion's death. The two men came to Mexico City Saturday with State Senator Charles K, Holcombe of Louisiana for a short vacation. They visited the pyramids at Teotihuacan and Zochimilco, then went to a fronton game in the evening and afterward to the MontParnasse cabaret. Police were told that Mr. Connell suddenly complained of illness while at the cabaret, collapsed and was rushed to the Red Cross station, Mr. Doherty went to the police station and himself collapsed. He was given artificial respiration and tonics, but died at about 3 a.m.. The American consulate general took charge of the bodies. which will be returned to Baton Rouge tomorrow night for burial. An autopsy was performed yesterday. Dr. Alfonso Cabrera, attended both men, said their deaths undoubtedly revolted from heart attacks and over activity during the day. Senator Holcombe said both had suffered earlier attacks while on the way to Mexico City when their train began ascending the mountains. The three men had intended spending several days here. Feb 15, 1932 Dothan Eagle
Lara J. Jones Jr	Lara J. Jones Jr., 19-year-old Crowley, La., youth who died in that city Aug. 17 was the grandson of Mrs. Florence M. Kincaid. 824 Sixth street, nephew of E. K. Harl, 2319 Sixth street, and was well known In Port Arthur, It was learned today. Jones, who was an outstanding premedical student at L. S. U. at Baton Rouge, died following an appendicitis operation. He was holder of the American Legion honor medal and was vice president of Kappa Gamma Psi. national honorary musical fraternity, at L. S. U. Wednesday, August 26, 1936 Port Arthur, Texas
Charles M. Kennedy	KENNEDY FUNERAL TO BE IN BOGALUSA, LA The body of Charles M. Kennedy 35, of 129 Whitney street, Baton Rouge, who died Wednesday at 2;30 p. m. in St. Mary's hospital of pneumonia, will be forwarded by Clayton and Thompson tonight to Bogalusa, La., for funeral services and burial there. Mr. Kennedy, a roofing man by trade, had been here for three months. He is survived by a brother, J B. Kennedy of Baton Rouge, ant two sisters, Mrs. Minnie Irving of Bogalusa and Mrs. Henry Smith of Jacksonville, Florida Port Arthur News 10/7/1943
H. S. Singletary	H. S. Singletary, Jr., 21, a student at the Louisiana State university in Baton Rouge, died in a Shreveport La., hospital. He was the elder son of Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Singletary, 243 Dallas avenue. He was a brother to Malcolm Singletary, a member of the Yellow Jacket football team, who had died a few weeks earlier 1928 Port Arthur News
Finley Van Orsdall	Baton Rouge. La, Word has been received here of the death of Dr. Finley Van Orsdall who was born in Larue. living here until about 20 years ago when he moved with his family to Columbus and was with the state department of health. About three years ago he retired and moved to Baton Rouge. He died Jan. 11 of a cerebral hemorrhage. Dr. Van Orsdall is survived by his widow, Mrs.,. Elizabeth Bailey Van Orsdall, and two daughters Mrs. W. O Munro and Miss Nell Van Orsdall of Baton Rouge. The Marion Star Jan 21, 1941
Robert Earl James	Robert Earl James, 55, Dies in Baton Rouge Robert Earl James, 55, Baton Rouge, La., died of a heart attack Tuesday at 7:30 a. m. in Lady of the Lake Hospital at Baton Rouge his sister-in-law, Mrs. Laura James, 2131 Graham St., was notified. He had been under medical treatment some time, but death was due to a heart attack. Burial will be made in Shelbyville, Ill. Mr. James formerly lived in Lamar County, but had been in Baton Rouge since 1922, employed by the Standard Oil Company. Surviving are his wife; a brother, Frank James, Rails, and a half brother, Elvin McMikel, Deport Wednesday, May 21, 1947 Paris, Texas
Leslie L. Harmon	Leslie L. Harmon, Jr. Dies In Baton Rouge Leslie L. Harmon, Jr., 61 of Baton Rouge, died in a Baton Rouge hospital early this morning following a short illness. Funeral services will beheld Sunday al 2 p.m. in Spears Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Doug McGuire officiating. Burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery. Mr. Harmon was a native of Ruston, a retired Employee of Ethyl Corporation in Baton Rouge, a member of the University Methodist Church in Baton Rouge, a mason, shriner and a member of the Eastern Star. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Erma Sessums Harmon of Baton Rouge, one daughter, Mrs. Eward L. Newsham of Baton Rouge. his mother, Mrs. L. L. Harmon Sr. of Huston, one sister, Mrs. Hal D. McCown of Manila, Philippines and one grandchild. 5/14/1971 The Ruston Daily Leader
Rev. S. J. McLean	The Rev. S. J. McLean of Baton Rouge. La., died Monday afternoon in a New Orleans hospital and funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon in Baton Rouge. He was the father of the Rev. John McLean, pastor of Garrett Memorial Methodist Church in Paris. Mr. and Mrs. McLean were in New Orleans attending him at the time of his death. The elder Mr. McLean had preached at Garrett Memorial Church here during a visit, and .spent a long tenure in the ministry of the Methodist Church. He had been seriously ill for several days and had been taken to the New Orleans hospital recently for special treatment. , March 24, 1959 Paris, Texas
Barrett Stout	Dr Barrett Stout Dies; Headed Music At Louisiana State Dr. Barrett Stout of Baton Rouge, La., died February 1, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Richard Dodson, of Bayport, Long Island, New York. Funeral services and burial will be at Baton Rouge. Mr. Stout was a retired teacher of music, having been head of the music department of the University of Louisiana before his retirement. Until moving to Baton Rouge, he was head of the department of music at Northeast Missouri State College at Kirksville. Mr. Stout is survived by his wife of the home and two children, the daughter at whose home his death occurred, and a son, Dr. Kemble Stout of the music department of the State College of Washington, at Pullman, Wash. Mrs. Kemble Stout is the former Mildred Boehner of Chillicothe. Mrs. Donald Burgard of Chillicothe is a niece of Mrs. Barrett Stout. The Chillicothe Constitution Feb 3, 1968
J. THORNTON BURKETT	J. Thornton Burkett, 60 3047 ,Midway Street, Baton Rouge, died there yesterday. A native of Corriganville, he was a son of the late Benjamin and Minnie (Shatzer) Burkett. Mr. Burkett was a limb and brace maker. Surviving are a brother, Edward Burkett,. Spring Gap; an aunt, Mrs. Grace Snyder, Cash Valley Road, and several nieces and nephews, The body will be at the Leasure-Stein Funeral Home where friends; will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p. m. tomorrow. A service will be conducted there Thursday at 2 p.m. Rev. Douglas Borko will officiate and interment will be in Green Mount Cemetery. Cumberland Evening Times 4/3/1973
Buddy Myer	BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Charles S. "Buddy" Myer Jr., the 1935 American League batting champion, died Thursday at a Baton Rouge hospital at the age of 70. Myer, a native of Ellisville, Miss., was playing second base for the Washington Senators when he won the hitting honors with an average of .349. He followed Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees, who won the title in 1934. Luke Appling of the Chicago White Sox won it in 1936. A 17-year veteran of pro baseball, Myer played all but one of his major league years with the Senators. He was with Boston in 1928. Myer had a .303 lifetime batting average and played with Washington in two ,World Series, 1925 and 1933. Appleton Post, 11/1/1974
Benjamin Bryan	Benjamin Bryan One of the oldest and most honored citizens of Baton Rouge died on the 7th inst. aged 78 years. Daily Evening Bulletin, (San Francisco, CA) Wednesday, March 07, 1860; Issue 127; col B
James Elam	Ex Mayor Elam of Baton Rouge died the 31st ult.Southwestern Advocate, Thursday, August 07, 1873; Issue 3; col E
Tarver	Doris Jewel Gartman Tarver, 79, of McIntosh died Feb. 11, 2008 in a health care facility in Baton Rouge, LA. She worked at Ciba-Geigy until retirement. She was an active member of McIntosh United Methodist Church and was a volunteer at McIntosh Public Library. Survivors include her husband of sixty years Claude Aaron Tarver, McIntosh; two sons, Andrew (Cathy) Tarver, Baton Rouge, LA, Joseph Tarver, Pointe Vedra Beach, FL; one daughter, Sandra (Richard) Sacco, Albany, GA; four granddaughters; one grandson; and one brother, Donald (Ernestine) Gartman, Jackson. A visitation was held, Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008 from 6 until 8 p.m. at Lathan Funeral Home in Jackson. The service will be Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at McIntosh United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the McIntosh United Methodist Cemetery. submitted by Sabrina Roberts

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