Tonya Saltzman Obituary

Tonya Leigh Saltzman, 50, of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on December 28, 2012. She was born on August 9, 1962 and was a native of Baton Rouge. Tonya was a fighter who fought her way through many obstacles in her lifetime. She loved to laugh and had a great sense of humor. She thoroughly enjoyed sunbathing and was happiest at the beach or around a pool. Two of her favorite loves were LSU football and baseball, but her dearest love was her surviving daughter, Leigh Babcock. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting on Monday in the Mausoleum Chapel from 10 a.m. until the service at 11 a.m. conducted by Dr. Clovis Sturdivant. Entombment will be in the mausoleum. Tonya is also survived by her mother, Eddie Saltzman; sister, Nancy Burr and her husband Roy; brother, Brent Saltzman and his wife Mary; brother-in-law, Joe Gautreau; nieces, Paige Saltzman and Brooke Gautreau; and nephews, Justin Saltzman and Derrick Gautreau. She was preceded in death by her father, Billy Saltzman; sister, Michelle Gautreau; and Leigh's father, Ronald Babcock. Please sign the guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com

Published by The Advocate from Dec. 29 to Dec. 31, 2012.
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Tonya always had a smile for everyone! Praying for your family!

Rebekah Boone Arnold

January 9, 2013

I just found out this terrible news and I am truely shocked. Tonya was a truely unique person, whose smile, nature, kindness and laughter will be sorely missed. I pray that God will bless & keep you in this time of sorrow.

Mark Boone

January 8, 2013

Heaven has gained yet another from this precious family! We'll see you in Glory some day!

Pam Houston

January 7, 2013

Leigh, we were so sorry to hear about your mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We would love to hear from you.
Sally Streete and Ann DeJean

January 7, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Slaltzman family. May the Lord bring peace to all of the family during this difficult time.

Heather Kelly

January 6, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Gina Hedrick

January 5, 2013

LEIGH AND ENTIRE SALTZMAN FAMILY WE PRAY FOR STRENGTH TO OVER COME YOUR LOSS.

LINDA MARQUETTE

January 1, 2013

Eddie and Family, May the memories you hold closest to your hear bring you comfort now and and in the days to come.

Al Joe and Calby James

December 31, 2012

May God bless you in this time of sorrow

Allen Construction

December 31, 2012

Love and prayers to the whole family. Dianne Thames Huckeba

December 30, 2012

I can't even begin to find the words to tell you how sorry I am for your lose. Tonya was one of the most amazing women i had the pleasure to know and grow up with. Most people can not imgaine everything she went through in her life. And she did it with such grace and style. You never saw her without a smile on her face or a kind word. i have been thinking back on the years we spent together growing up. All the trips our families took together, all the major events in our lifes we shared, all the ups and downs our families saw each other through. And through it all i can still hear your laughter and gentle teasing.I was too young at the time to realize what a blessing our families were to have each other then, but i certainly know it now. It is a great honor to have called you friend! And to have had you as a part of our life and family for as long as we did. If there is any comfort at all, it is knowing you are at peace now. No pain, and no worries. God surely has you in the palm of his hand now and holding you close to his heart. Your strength, kindness, gentleness, sense of humor and laughter will be with us always. Rest in peace my dear friend for you certainly desever it. Your kind heart, smile, and laughter will be us forever. To Ms. Eddie, Leigh, Brent and Nancy,,, my heart breaks for you. I know my parents will be there with Mr. Billy and Michelle to welcome her home. As always my dear, dear friends you are forever in my heart, my thoughts and prayers

Pam Fairchild

December 30, 2012

WE LOVE YOU AND KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS.

LINDA MARQUETTE

December 30, 2012

Leigh,
We are so sad to hear of the loss of your Mom. We will be praying for you and her. If we can do anything for you, please let us know. Our condolences to your Grandmother and all of your extended family.

Jessica , Lynette, David & Davy Bell

December 30, 2012

Leigh, I wish I could do or say something that could ease your pain. I am so glad we got to meet your Mother Christmas Day. Just rememver we love you very much. Virginia and family

Virginia Clark

December 29, 2012

I will always remember your smiling face & what a joy you were to be around. May God bring peace to everyone left here on earth, knowing that you are happy, free of pain & worries now and that you are walking with Jesus!! I Love You!

Keri Morse

December 29, 2012

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