Mary Melissa Gary Simien
Sep 13, 2026
Mary Melissa Gary Simien, affectionately called Melissa, 63, departed this life on September 13, 2026, at a local hospital. She was born to Ruby Gertrude (Andrus) and Jessie Gary, Sr. in Sulphur, Louisiana. She grew up in the Mossville community.
Melissa met and married Sidney Wayne Simien, and together they had two sons, Sidney, Jr. and Marcus. Melissa worked as an...
Laurence "Al" Alcide Simien
Sep 11, 2026
On Friday, September 11, 2026, Laurence “Al” Alcide Simien, of Lake Charles, passed away at High Hope Care Center in Sulphur, Louisiana, surrounded by his loving family. He was 68 years of age. His passing is felt deeply in the community he called home.
Born in August, 1958, to Audrey and Rosa (Guillory) Simien in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Al will be...
Alvin James Pete
Sep 10, 2026
Alvin James Pete, affectionately known as "Gene" to some, and "Pete" to others, passed away on September 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 25, 1941, in Ville Platte, Louisiana, to Melvin and Frances Antoine Pete. He was 84 years of age.
Alvin's parents moved to Lake Charles where he was raised. He was a graduate...
Carol Dean Bellow
Sep 7, 2026
On Labor Day, Monday, the 7th day of September, 2026, Carol Dean Bellow rested from her labor to receive her reward, as she peacefully departed this life at the age of 79, at Harbor Hospice Inpatient Care Center. She was born in September 1946 to Regina and Prudence Lezia Bellow in Church Point, Louisiana.
Carol spent her life caring for her...
Christopher Josiah Thomas
Sep 6, 2026
Christopher Josiah Thomas, known as "Joday", passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 6, 2026, in Lake Charles. He was 28 years old. Christopher was born in January 1998, to Kwan Frederick and Stephanie Thomas and raised in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He loved spending time with family and friends and detailing vehicles.
He leaves to cherish his memories to his father Kwan...
Betty Lou Stringfellow
Sep 5, 2026
On June 18, 1962, Mrs. Elouise Williams gave birth to a daughter, Betty Lou, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. During her formative and young adult years, Betty resided in Lake Charles with her mom and siblings.
Betty attended Jackson Street Elementary, Reynaud Middle, and W. O. Boston High School. Betty was a very good basketball player, challenging the neighborhood boys and later...
Arthur Lee Harmon
Sep 1, 2026
Arthur Lee Harmon, 83, departed this earthly life on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, just days shy of his next birthday. He was born September 15, 1942, to Joshua and Cinderella (Poullard) Harmon in Kinder, Louisiana. Arthur was the eldest out of eight children.
He attended Carver High School in Kinder, Louisiana. In June 1963, Arthur married Birdie Bushnell. Three children were...
Nicholas Paul Simien
Aug 30, 2026
Nicholas Paul Simien
Born on October 12, 1998, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, he was the beloved...
Sharon Ann Durousseau
Aug 26, 2026
Sharon Ann Durousseau departed this life at the age of 70 on August 26, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA, at the Baton Rouge General Hospital. She was born on December 25, 1955, in Kinder, Louisiana, to Leonard and Olevia (Guillory) Durousseau.
She was retired but previously worked as a graphic artist, cosmetologist, nursing assistant, and ultimately a primary caregiver for her...
Mary T. Thomas
Aug 20, 2026
Mary Truitt Thomas, affectionately known as “Totsie,” was a native of Ville Platte, Louisiana. She was born on July 10, 1954, to John W. Truitt II and Ethel Vidrine. She departed this life on August 20, 2026, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
At the age of ten, Mary was baptized at St. John Baptist Church in Ville Platte, Louisiana,...
Mitchell Frank
Aug 18, 2026
On the 18th day of August, 2026, Mitchell Frank departed this life at the age of 72 years old in his home of Mamou, Louisiana. He was born on March 22, 1954, as the fifth child of Joseph and Dorlica Harrison Frank. As a native of Mamou, he was known to most people as Mitch or "Chee-Nue".
After graduation, Mitch enlisted...
Stephanie Gallow Morris
Aug 17, 2026
Stephanie Gallow Morris, peacefully transitioned on August 17, 2026, at the age of 65. She was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on September 26, 1960, to Annie Bell and John Gallow, who precedes her in death. Known for a personality that could light up any room, Stephanie never met a stranger and left a lasting impression on everyone she encountered.
Throughout...
Rawl Kenrick Brooks
Aug 14, 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Rawl "Ken" Kenrick Brooks. Ken departed this earthly life to begin his journey home on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born on June 26, 1945, to Edris Althemise Brooks and Reginold Theophilus Brooks in Louis D'or, Tobago.
Ken worked and retired from the Expro Group...
Kayla Annette Felix
Aug 10, 2026
On Monday, the 10th day of August, 2026, Kayla Annette Felix departed this life at the age of 44, peacefully in her home.
She was born on July 6,1982 to Victoria Guidry Felix and Clyde B. Felix, both of whom she preceded her in death, along with her brother Kevin Felix, and her brother and best friend, Kelly Ray Guidry.
Kayla leaves...
Sampson "Sam" Simien Jr.
Aug 1, 2026
Sampson "Sam" Simien Jr, 61 of DeQuincy, Louisiana passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He was born on December 15, 1964, to the union of Shirley Bias and Sampson Simien Sr.
Sam was a lab instrument technician and worked at Rain CII. His hobbies included riding his motorcycle, cooking, helping others and...
Michael Dewayne Richard
Jul 28, 2026
Michael DeWayne Richard, known as “Weezy” departed this life on Tuesday, the 28th day of July in the year 2026, at the age of 42 in Harbor Hospice of Lake Charles. He was born on September 22, 1983, to Barbara Richard and Michael McNeal in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
He attended Lake Charles Boston High School, earning his GED. He was a...
Emily Lorine (Davis) Landry
Jul 16, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Emily Lorine Davis Landry
March 26, 1955 – July 16, 2026
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” – Psalm 23:6
On Thursday, July 16, 2026, Emily Lorine Davis Landry, affectionately known as “Lorine” and lovingly called “Auntie” by many, entered eternal...
