Obituaries

Gayle Burmaster Lawrence

Gayle Burmaster Lawrence

Gayle Burmaster Lawrence

Gayle Burmaster Lawrence (January 27, 1942 - January 6, 2026) passed away peacefully in her Myrtle Grove home on January 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and devotion to her family.
William Allen 'Bill' Roe, Sr.

William Allen 'Bill' Roe, Sr.

William Allen 'Bill' Roe, Sr.

With deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Judge William A. “Bill” Roe on Friday January 2, 2026. He was born in Morgan City, Louisiana on March 8, 1954. Bill is preceded in death by his mother Alrena R. Caudle, his father Charles H. Roe, his sister and best friend Gaydell R.
Thomas 'Si' Sewell Williams

Thomas 'Si' Sewell Williams

Thomas 'Si' Sewell Williams

Thomas Sewell “Si” Williams entered his heavenly home on January 8, 2026. He was dearly loved by his wife, 5 children, 9 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Sewell was born on October 5, 1932 in Grand Bay Alabama to the late Naomi Berthaut and Thomas Williams.
Carroll Dwight Barrois

Carroll Dwight Barrois

Carroll Dwight Barrois

Carroll Dwight Barrois, a lifelong resident of Buras, Louisiana, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 72 at his home. He was born February 1, 1953, in Port Sulphur, Louisiana. Carroll is survived by his sister, Beryl Barrois Garma, her husband the late Mickey; his brother, Jay J.
Louis Smith Brooks

Louis Smith Brooks

Louis Smith Brooks

Louis Smith Brooks, age 51, passed away on January 6, 2026, in Hobbs, New Mexico. Louis was born on April 4, 1974, in Port Sulphur, Louisiana. He spent most of his life in Venice, where he worked in the oil field.
Guy Anthony Chiappetta

Guy Anthony Chiappetta

Guy Anthony Chiappetta

Guy Anthony Chiappetta, age 81, a lifelong Louisiana native, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, at his residence in Metairie. He was the eighth and last child born to his parents who predecease him, Amelia Maltese Chiappetta and Anthony Chiappetta of Port Sulphur, Louisiana.
Ann Buccaran Griffice

Ann Buccaran Griffice

Ann Buccaran Griffice

Ann Buccaran Griffice entered into eternal rest on January 13, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Arlen G. Griffice, Sr. Mother of Arla Duplechien, Catherine Matherne (late Paul), Bridget Allen (Charles), Arlen “Buddy” Griffice, Jr. (Marie), Anna Kennair (Ronnie), and the late Veronica Griffice.
Philip Francis Cossich, Jr.

Philip Francis Cossich, Jr.

Philip Francis Cossich, Jr.

Philip Francis Cossich, Jr., a resident of Plaquemines Parish, was born September 23, 1958 and passed away in his home on December 29, 2025, at the age of 67. Phil was larger than life, and he inspired everyone he met.
Louis Michael Badalamenti

Louis Michael Badalamenti

Louis Michael Badalamenti

Louis Michael Badalamenti was born on October 2, 1964, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and entered into eternal rest on Friday, January 2, 2026. He was a longtime resident of Belle Chasse, Louisiana. He was the beloved father of Bailey Badalamenti Thibodeaux and Tina Louise Badalamenti.
Ronald “RJ” Richoux

Ronald “RJ” Richoux

Ronald “RJ” Richoux

Ronald “RJ” Richoux, 65, passed away on January 6, 2026, in Harahan, Louisiana. Born in Marrero, Louisiana, RJ was a proud graduate of Belle Chasse High School.