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Janella Wilson

Janella Wilson

May 6, 2020

Janella Wilson, 52, received her wings on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at Willis Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, LA. She was born December 4, 1967, to Harry Lee Thomas and Carrie Mae Poullard Thomas in Lafayette, LA.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband of 29 years, Michael Wilson; her...

Darris Jon'El Thomas

Darris Jon'El Thomas

May 4, 2020

Darris Jon'el Thomas , 29, departed this life on Monday, May 4, 2020, at his residence in Lake Charles, LA. He was born January 12, 1991, to John Alton Thomas and Tracy Mitchell in Hattiesburg, MS.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his father, John (Alexis) Alton Thomas of Oklahoma; mother,...

Sillersteen Daniels Snell

Sillersteen Daniels Snell

May 3, 2020

Sillersteen Daniels Snell was born on May 29, 1938, in DeQuincy, LA, to Rady and Bessie Daniels. She attended Grand Avenue High School and worked at Whatley's Cleaners before being hired by Boise Southern, where she remained for many years. On Sunday, May 3, 2020, in the wee hours of the morning, the Lord stretched...

Cleodis Brooks, Jr.

Cleodis Brooks, Jr.

Apr 30, 2020

Cleodis Brooks, Jr., was born April 23, 1962, to the the Late Cleodis Brooks and the Late Pattie Joe Bailey Brooks.  Cleodis Jr. attended elementary in Lake Charles, middle and graduated from Phyllis Wheatley High School in Houston, TX.

He returned to Lake Charles, LA later to help care for his...

Joseph London

Joseph London

Apr 27, 2020

On April 27, 2020, Joseph London departed this life at the age of 78 in his home. A resident of Lake Charles, La., he was born on December 18, 1941, to the late Royal and Alberta London. He was one of eighteen children (thirteen live births).

Joseph attended W.O. Boston High School and...

Merdic Ke'Andre Williams

Merdic Ke'Andre Williams

Apr 27, 2020

Merdic Ke'Andre Williams , 20, departed this life on Monday, April 27, 2020, at Christus St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, LA, surrounded by his parents. He was born January 11, 2000, to Calvin and Chamica Williams in Fort Walden Beach, FL. He was a 2019 graduate of LaGrange High School. He loved going to church and...

Ella Mae Keys

Ella Mae Keys

Apr 27, 2020

On Monday, April 27, 2020, Ella Mae Marks Keys departed this life at the age of 94 in Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA. She was born February 7, 1926, to the late Kinnie Marks and Ellanor Simpson Marks in Jennings LA. She worked various jobs throughout her lifetime but her most cherished one was...

Ethan Bryan Gray

Ethan Bryan Gray

Apr 26, 2020

Ethan Bryan Gray , 30, departed this life on Sunday, April 26, 2020, at Exceptional Emergency Center in Beaumont, TX. He was born December 21, 1989, to Bryan Elliot Gray and Angela Maddox Gray in Beaumont, TX.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his stepdad, David Holland of Sulphur, LA; two brothers, Taylor Gray and...

Joyce Marie Washington

Joyce Marie Washington

Apr 21, 2020

Joyce Marie Washington, 70, departed this life on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, at Landmark Nursing Home in Lake Charles, LA. She was born October 9, 1949, to Aaron and Leitha Washington in Washington, LA.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her siblings, Willie C. (Ella) Washington,  Lula (Lawrence) Lafleur, Jean E....

Joyce Marie Gaines

Joyce Marie Gaines

Apr 20, 2020

Joyce Marie Woodard Gaines, 63, departed this life on Monday, April 20, 2020, in Christus St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, LA. She was born October 29, 1956, to Clarence Woodard and Mary Brown Woodard in Elizabeth, LA.  She was a cook at L'auberge Casino until her illness.  She enjoyed, cooking, reading, crossword puzzles and...

Anna Mae Doucet Thibodeaux

Anna Mae Doucet Thibodeaux

Apr 19, 2020

Mrs. Anna Mae Doucet Thibodeaux , 72, departed this life on Sunday, April 19, 2020 at Christus St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, LA. She was born August 1, 1947, to Carlton and Elizabeth Joyce Doucet in Eunice, LA.  She worked for Calcasieu Parish School Board as an educator for 35 years.    Anna was a...

Lonnie Charles Edwards, Jr.

Lonnie Charles Edwards, Jr.

Apr 19, 2020

Lonnie Charles Edwards, Jr., 63, departed this life on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at his residence in Lake Charles, LA. He was born October 15, 1956, to Lonnie Charles Edwards, Sr., and Rose Lee Carter Edwards in Lake Charles, LA.  He worked at Calcasieu Parish School Board for 21 years until his retirement.

He leaves...

Francis Mchenry Jones

Francis Mchenry Jones

Apr 1, 2020

Francis McHenry Jones, 73, departed this life on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at a local hospital in Jennings, LA. He was born April 15, 1946, to McHenry Jones, Sr., and Arron Malveaux in Cottonport, LA. He was a cement finisher until his retirement. He was a member of New Covenant Faith Baptist Church under the leadership of...

Sallie Marie Fisher

Sallie Marie Fisher

Mar 28, 2020

Sallie Marie Fisher , 84, departed this life on Saturday, March 28, 2020, in Christus St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, LA. She was born January 12, 1936, to Ben Gordon and Georgia Bennett in Lake Charles, LA. She married Ozzie Fisher, Jr. for over 30 years and had three children, Onzeletta Washington, Ozzee Fisher,...

Clara Ann Williams

Clara Ann Williams

Mar 26, 2020

Clara Ann Williams , 65, went home to meet her Saviour on March 26, 2020, at a local hospital in Lake Charles, LA. She was born November 16, 1954, to Harry Lee Thomas and Carrie Poullard Thomas in Lafayette, LA.  She was an original native of Chataignier, LA, a loving and faithful wife, mother, grandmother,...

Andrew Thomas

Andrew Thomas

Mar 26, 2020

On March 26, 2020, the Master saw fit to call home his loving son, Andrew Thomas. Andrew was born February 8, 1956, to Charlie and Zula Mae Bryant in Kinder, LA.  He attended Grand Avenue High and DeQuincy High.  He served in the Army and was honorably discharged in 1975.  He had a strong faith in Christ...

Amy Hamilton

Amy Hamilton

Mar 23, 2020

Amy Celestine Hamilton , 78, departed this life on Monday, March 23, 2020, at her residence in Marrero, LA. She was born March 21, 1942, to Houston Celestine and Sovilla Wilson Celestine in Lake Charles, LA. She worked as a driving instructor and owner of Driver Rite Drivers Education School.

She leaves to cherish her...

Elvis Laverne Green

Elvis Laverne Green

Mar 23, 2020

Elvis Laverne Green, Jr., 41, departed this life on Monday, March 23, 2020, in Lake Charles, LA. He was born August 4, 1978, to Elvis Green, Sr., and Yolanda Brown in Alexander, LA.  He worked in the janitorial industry at Cajun Wharf, Bad Apple and Daloka.

He leaves to cherish his...

Amy Hamilton

Amy Hamilton

Mar 23, 2020

Amy Celestine Hamilton , 78, departed this life on Monday, March 23, 2020, at her residence in Marrero, LA. She was born March 21, 1942, to Houston Celestine and Sovilla Wilson Celestine in Lake Charles, LA. She worked as a driving instructor and owner of Driver Rite Drivers Education School.

She leaves to cherish her...

Clara May Goodwin

Clara May Goodwin

Mar 22, 2020

On March 22, 2020, Clara May Goodwin departed this life at the age of 80. She transitioned peacefully to be with the Lord at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was born January 25, 1940, to Willis "Eluse" and Evia Nero Goodwin, Sr. in Church Point, LA. She was the fourth child of twelve children....

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