In Loving Memory of Woodrow Vaughn — A Beloved Father, Grandfather, and Friend

In Loving Memory of Woodrow Vaughn — A Beloved Father, Grandfather, and Friend

The Baton Rouge community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 73-year-old Woodrow Vaughn, a gentle, trusted, and deeply cherished man whose life was tragically cut short. His family, who reported him missing on November 21, spent days in worry and prayer before receiving the devastating news that he had been found deceased on Monday, November 24.

According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, Woodrow was discovered inside a vehicle on Lafitte Drive near a local park. What began as a missing-person search has since become a homicide investigation, leaving both the community and his loved ones searching for answers while grappling with the profound pain of losing him so suddenly and so violently.

Woodrow Vaughn was a man remembered for his kindness, calm presence, and the quiet but powerful way he cared for those around him. At 73, he had lived a life filled with love, memories, and connections that spanned generations. He was a devoted family man—one who took pride in his children, grandchildren, and the extended family who adored him. Those who knew him say he was the type of person who always made time for others, whether it was lending a listening ear, offering gentle advice, or simply showing up when someone needed him.

Neighbors recall him as someone who never met a stranger: warm, approachable, and always willing to share a story or a smile. Even in his later years, Woodrow carried an inner strength and grace that made him a stabilizing force for the people in his life. His absence now leaves a deep void that can never truly be filled.

As investigators work to uncover answers—motive, responsibility, and justice—Woodrow’s loved ones are left holding on to the memories of who he was: a man of dignity, humility, and resilience. They are honoring him not by focusing on the tragedy of his final moments, but by celebrating the legacy he leaves behind.

He will be remembered for his steady heart, his unwavering patience, and the quiet wisdom he offered those fortunate enough to know him. He will be remembered for his laughter, familiar and comforting. He will be remembered for his love—deep, dependable, and unconditional.

The Vaughn family, along with the Baton Rouge community, now asks for support, prayers, and continued awareness as the investigation moves forward. Anyone with information is urged to contact BRPD at 225-389-4869 or Crime Stoppers at 225-344-7867.

May the truth come to light, may justice be served, and may sweet Woodrow Vaughn rest in eternal peace. His spirit, love, and memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.