Obituary Listing

Apr 23, 2021

"Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life:                                                                                                                         he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:                                                                                                                      And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.                                                                                                                                                    Believest thou this?"                                                                                                                                                                                         John 11:25-26

Will Author Jackson, 71, of Lake Charles, La., was born to the...

Apr 20, 2021

Bernadette "Mrs. Bernie" LaSalle Harold, 61, departed this life on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, in New Orleans, LA.  She was born October 7, 1959, to Charles LaSalle, Sr., and Catherine Regina Jackson LaSalle in Creole, LA.  She worked at Kroger in the bakery department for 19 years until her retirement. She was a faithful member...

Apr 18, 2021

Claudette Carolyn Amos Johnson, 87, departed this life on Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Camelot Brookside Nursing Home in Jennings, LA.  She was born October 27, 1933, to Leslie Theodore Amos and Violette Ward Amos in Crowley, LA.  She worked at her family-owned store, Amos Grocery Store,  Ross Headstart as a foster grandparent and was...

Apr 18, 2021

Russell Edward Antoine, Sr., 82 departed this life on Sunday, April 18, 2021, at his residence in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born September 19, 1938, to Eugene Antoine, Sr., and Ella Goodly in Lake Charles, LA. He served his country in the United States Navy and worked at local industries.

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Apr 13, 2021

Hillary Arvie , 50, departed this life on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, in Clear Lake, TX.  He was born May 7, 1970 to Ellery Arvie and Louisa Thomas Arvie in Ville Platte, LA.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Shavon Hebert-Arvie; children, Hillachel Arvie, Asia Arvie-Richard, Ty'rek Bellard, Jaylon...

Apr 10, 2021

Raymond Harris, Jr., 67, departed this life on Saturday, April 10, 2021, in Memorial Herman Hospital in Katy, TX.  He was born September 15, 1953, to Raymond Harris, Sr., and Mary Emma Fontenot in Lake Charles, LA.  He worked at McNeese State University until his retirement.

He leaves to cherish his...

Apr 10, 2021

Michael Wayne Adams, 60, affectionately known as "Buggs", departed this life on Saturday, April 10, 2021, in New Orleans, LA.  He was born October 17, 1960,  to Clarence Buggs and Vietta McBride in Lake Charles, LA. He worked at the Port of Lake Charles as an International Longshoreman, Local 2047, since 1970 until his retirement...

Apr 1, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of Cynthia Regina Fontenot Clophus announces her passing on Thursday, April 1, 2021, at the age of 61.

Cynthia will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Wilfred, of 43 years and her children, Wilfred, Jr. (Tiffany), Elridge (Tatiana), Phillip (Lydia), 14 grandchildren and seven siblings,...

Mar 23, 2021

Mitzi Michelle Fontenot , 52, departed this life on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born July 18, 1968, to Nelson Louviere and Ruby Louviere in Colorado Springs, CO.  She worked as a sales clerk until her retirement. She loved animals, singing and crocheting.

Mar 21, 2021

Ray Anthony Papillion , 42, departed this life on Sunday, March 21, 2021, in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born June 1, 1978, to Daniel Papillion and Jeanetre Pappillion in Opelousas, LA.  He loved dancing, fishing, raising dogs, cooking and spending time with his family.

He leaves to cherish his memories...

Mar 19, 2021

Shawn Mark Babineaux , 51, departed this life on Friday, March 19, 2021, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born March 19, 1970, to Joseph Hubert Babineaux, Sr., and Janet Cecilia Bartie Babineaux in Houston, TX.  He worked at National Networks of Lake Charles, LA.

He leaves to cherish his...

Mar 16, 2021

Francisco Javier Lopez, 55, departed this life on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born August 24, 1965, to Francisco Lopez Martinez and Vicenta Romo in Allende Coahuila, Mexico.  He was a self-employed carpenter and a very hard worker.  He loved to eat, family gatherings and being outside working in his...

Mar 12, 2021

Derek "DJ" James Ogea , 40, departed this life on Friday, March 12, 2021, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born April 30, 1980, to Timothy Ogea and Jacqueline Reyes in Lake Charles, LA.  He worked construction and was self-employed.

He leaves to cherish his memories his parents, Timothy Ogea...

Mar 12, 2021

Sally Ann Cook Nelson, 67, departed this life on Thursday, March 12, 2021, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born October 25, 1953, to Edmond Cook and Annie Mae Richard Cook.  She worked at Cotton's Famous Hamburgers, Peggy's Superette and Lake Charles Care Center.

She leaves to cherish her memories...

Mar 9, 2021

John Arthur Malbrough , 72, departed this life on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born November 10, 1948 to Rudolph Malbrough, Sr., and Edna Colligan Malbrough in Church Point, LA.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his children, Skobla (Anthony) Savoie,...

Feb 27, 2021

James Clement Poullard, Sr., 74, departed this life on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at his residence in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born October 17, 1946, to Ernest Poullard and Marilyn Jackson Holmes in Lake Charles, LA.  He worked 16 years as an operator in public works for the City of Lake Charles until his...

Feb 20, 2021

Rodney Gerard Geyen , 55, departed this life on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital with his family by his side.  He was born August 14, 1965, to Rodney Geyen and Margaret Guillory Geyen in Lake Charles, LA.

He attended Williams Chapel CME Church on many occasions and...

Feb 19, 2021

On Friday, February 19, 2021, GYSGT Alvin "Bear" Smith, aka "Smitty" departed this life, forever young, at the age of 65.  He was born in Lafayette, LA, on December 4, 1955, and raised in Westlake, LA.

He attended Westlake H.S., received his Associate Degree from Central Texas College and enlisted in the U.S....

Feb 13, 2021

Ozie (Zeke) Rideaux , 84 , departed this life on Saturday, February 13,  2021 at Christus St. Patrick's Hospital.

Zeke, as he was affectionately called, was born September 9, 1936 to the late Benjamin Rideaux, Sr., and Hattie Batiste Rideaux in Opelousas, LA. He was the eldest of seven siblings. He was baptized...

Feb 12, 2021

Cerisa Lynn Epps , 43, departed this life on Friday, February 12, 2021, at Christus St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born July 24, 1977, to Freddie Wiltz and Doris Lewis Epps in Lake Charles, LA.  She worked at Compassionate Day Health Care.  She loved cooking, caring for people and working in...