We are heartbroken to announce the death of Cecilia Inez Neugent Weber, who died on January 7, 2023. She passed away peacefully at the age of 55. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert Neugent and Anna Merrill Weldon Neugent. She leaves behind her two children, Grace Anne Weber of Huntington Beach, California and William Stone Weber of Riverside, Alabama. She is survived by siblings Robert Mark Neugent of West Memphis, Arkansas, Rebecca Anne Neugent Martin and William David Neugent, both of Huntington Beach, California and nieces Ellie Zoe Martin of Huntington Beach, California and Madison Sinclair Martin of Ithaca, New York. The family will hold a private celebration of her life at a date to be determined.

Brenda Williams Walker (Doc) left this earth and entered Heaven on January 6th, 2023. Born in Delhi, La. on February 1st, 1948, she is survived by her beloved daughter Savannah Walker Kill and her husband Sam Kill, Brenda’s grandsons Harrison and Bridger Kill, mother Connie Finklestein and her longtime partner Luke Orihuela, sister Belinda Joanne (Joa) King and her husband Charles King, nieces Jami DeBernard and Mittie Roger, and numerous great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Joseph L. Williams, nephew R. Lucas Chaisson, and maternal and paternal grandmothers.

Brenda’s love of music began in third grade with the clarinet. Next came the piano, the guitar, and then just about any instrument she could lay her hands on. By the 8th grade she was playing piano in church and never stopped. She graduated from Broadmoor High School in 1965 and continued to study music in her BA, Masters, and PhD at LSU. Brenda delighted in being an LSU Golden Girl and a member of Delta Zeta sorority.

Brenda was a teacher extraordinaire, an incredibly gifted choir director, and wonderfully expressive pianist, singer and vocal coach. She loved sharing her knowledge and love for music and shining a light on the strengths of her students. Her teaching career lasted for over 43 years, but her impact will last far beyond her lifetime. She developed award-winning choirs everywhere she taught, but even more importantly, she was a cherished mentor, truly encouraging her students to become the best versions of themselves. 

Brenda’s passion for music gave her the opportunities to create many amazing experiences for her students. She traveled with her choirs, competing and performing across the U.S., as well as in Europe. She was the director of the East Baton Rouge Children’s Choir from 1997-2012 and the Broadmoor United Methodist Youth Choir, and she introduced the first show choir in the Baton Rouge school system, the Denims and Diamonds. The walls of Brenda’s choir room were covered with giant trophies and plaques for the excellence she brought out in her students, although the thing she valued most were her students themselves, many of whom remained in touch with her for years, and many of whom followed in her footsteps.

Brenda was a very devoted mother to her daughter Savannah, bringing her on every choir trip and never missing a single sports or school event in her life. She loved Savannah more than anything.

Most importantly, Brenda was a devout Christian, actively participating in Bible studies and church groups. She lived the way Jesus lived, loving, accepting, and mentoring people from all walks of life. 

There will be a celebration of Brenda’s life beginning with a visitation from 9:30-11:00am at Broadmoor United Methodist Church on Mollylea Dr. in Baton Rouge on Saturday, January 21st, followed by the service, and Brenda will be laid to rest at Greenoaks Memorial Park on Florida Blvd in Baton Rouge. Online condolences may be left at www.greenoaksfunerals.com

Brenda loved color, and LSU, so black is not necessary. Please wear your favorite color or something to represent LSU.

It is with great sadness that the Stevenson family announces the unexpected passing of Lindsey John Stevenson of Richwood, TX. He passed away unexpectedly at the age of 56 on August 29 in Galveston, TX. His wife and best friend, Ann Stevenson was by his side. Lindsey was born on March 10, 1965 in Baton Rouge, LA. Lindsey attended Broadmoor High School and graduated from Louisiana State University with a bachelor degree in business. He moved to Texas where he met and married his wife Ann Gruber on October 27, 2015. They made their home in Richwood, TX. Lindsey enjoyed life! He researched and became proficient at many hobbies. He also enjoyed casino table games, smoking fine cigars, and going to the movies. Lindsey was the "Hobby Man" and was always entertaining everyone. But his greatest love was family and the time spent with them. He was proceeded in death by his father, Richard Greenlaw Stevenson. Left to treasure his memory are his wife Ann Stevenson and step children Carrabie (Damus) Vice and Alyssa (Mario) Zaragoza along with their children. His mother, Betty Dupont Stevenson of Baton Rouge, LA; sister Charmaine (David) LaCoste of Baton Rouge, LA; brother Richard (Serina) Stevenson of Jacksonville, FL; and twin sister Leslie (David) Shreve of Charlottesville, VA. Lindsey is from a large and beautiful family. He had numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, who will miss and remember his contagious smile and the positive and happy nature he shared with everyone he loved and met. Services for Lindsey will be held September 18, 2021 at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, in Baton Rouge, LA. Visitation will start at 9:30 am and mass will follow at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the American Cancer Society.

Passed away Thursday evening, 15 July 2021, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center (Baton Rouge).  She was 89, a native of New Orleans (LA) and longtime resident of Baton Rouge, most recently St. James Place.  She was a 1949 graduate of Francis T. Nicholls High School, where she was named Poet Laureate after winning the school poetry contest; Southeastern Louisiana College [University], B.A., 1953; and pursued graduate work at LSU.  While at Southeastern she was listed in Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities.  She was a retired English teacher who spent her entire career in East Baton Rouge public schools: Zachary High School, 1953-1955; Istrouma Junior High, 1956-1980; and Broadmoor High School, 1981 to her retirement in 1986.  Survived by son, Michael David Wascom; daughter, Shelley Wascom; sister-in-law, Margaret Soskin; nieces, Kristy McGovern (John), Ellen Tadman (Andy), Debbie Naughton (Corey), Dr. Rebecca Hicks (Michael), and Susan Sharkey (Casey); nephew,Scott Colomb (Lisa); and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.  Preceded in death by husband, Raymond Lea Wascom, with whom she would have celebrated their 70th anniversary on July 21st.; parents, Lorenzo N. and May Browne; brother, David Newman Browne; father- and mother-in-law, John "Pinder" and Elizabeth Wascom; and sister-in-law, Kathryn Colomb.  Visitation will be at Ingleside United Methodist Church, 4264 Capital Heights Avenue, Baton Rouge, 70806, Saturday, 24 July 2021, 9 to 11 am; followed immediately by service, conducted by Rev. Lewis Morris. A graveside service will be conducted at Resthaven Gardens of Memory, 2 pm, followed by interment. (No funeral procession.)  Her two favorite activities were reading and traveling. She could always be seen with a book, and managed to visit all 50 states and about 30 foreign countries.  She was also an inveterate cat lover who collected an enormous menagerie of stuffed cats.  She was a longtime active member of Ingleside United Methodist Church, Alpha Delta Kappa (ADK) teachers sorority, and American Association of University Women (AAUW); and was active in Baton Rouge area Retired Teachers Assn.

In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to Ingleside United Methodist Church.

Susan Leslie Miller Smith, age 52 passed away on September 12, 2019 and was a resident of Slidell, LA. She attended Broadmoor High School before attending college at Southeastern University. She was a devoted housewife and good friend to many. Susan is survived by her husband, Albert Smith; parents, Don and Ginger Miller; brothers, Don Michael, Joseph, and Gregory Miller. Clergy to officiate will be Fr. Tom Ranzino. Donations may be made to Baton Rouge Regional Eye Bank, 7777 Hennessy Blvd. Ste 1005; or Hospice of Baton Rouge The Butterfly Wing, 3600 Florida Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70806. A visitation will be held at St. Jean Vianney Catholic Church on Monday, September 16, 2019 from 9-11am. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11am. Interment will follow at Greenoaks Memorial Park.

Nancy Lynelle Saltzman, age 51, a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on August 3, 2018.Nancy is survived by her mother, Eddie Saltzman; brother, Brent & wife Mary Saltzman; nieces and nephews, Brooke Gautreau & fiancé Corey Ledesma, Derrick & wife BreAnna Gautreau, Paige Saltzman, Justin Saltzman and girlfriend Haley Marcel, Leigh Babcock and brother-in-law, Joe Gautreau. She is preceded in death by father, George W. (Billy) Saltzman; sisters, Michelle Gautreau and Tonya Saltzman. Nancy was passionate about LSU and Saints football and loved to hear the LSU marching band. She was also an animal lover and dearly loved her precious pets – Taco and Willie - referring to them as her "children." Visiting hours will take place at Resthaven Funeral Home on Saturday, August 11, 2018 from 9:00am until services at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to donate to CAAWS.org or friendsoftheanimalsbr.org. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.reasthavenbatonrouge.com

Loryn "Lolo" Richard Whittington, a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away from a brain aneurysm at OLOL on Monday, January 29, 2018 at the age of 50. Lolo enjoyed spending many nights and days at Belle River on Graveyard Island. She also loved animals, music, cooking, but her most favorite activity was spending time with her kids. She taught her children how to sing over the music rather than with the music. She was known to many as the mother of all; accepting anyone with no limits. Lolo is survived by her four loving children, Collin Whittington, Haskell Whittington, Dylan Whittington, and Layne Whittington; parents, Clay and Sharon Richard; siblings, Kym Moore and husband, Ron, Jody Kennard, and Clay Richard, IV; numerous nieces and nephews; father of her children, Haskell Whittington. She was preceded in death by her sister, Dina Richard; nephew, Ethan Benbassat; and by her grandparnets, C.V. and Maude Richard and Bill and Billie Willard. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in French Settlement, LA from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 12 p.m. Interment will follow on the grounds of St. William Cemetery in Port Vincent, LA. MUCH LOVE!