Obituary Listing

Aug 2, 2025

Georgiana Ross, known as "Big Momma", age 73, departed this earthly life on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at her home in Lake Charles. She was born on September 1,1951, to the late Angeline West Bartie and Robert Bartie Sr. in Grand Chenier, Louisiana.

She worked at the Local 207 as a chemical plant laborer, and also as...

Jul 29, 2025

Rita Mae Landry Etienne departed this life on July 29,2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and unwavering kindness. Her life was a testament to generosity, resilience, and deep devotion to both her faith and her family. Rita was born in Welsh, Louisiana on June 17, 1936, to the late Florence August and Levi Landry. She grew up...

Jul 26, 2025

Jose Paul Delafosse was born on February 17, 1963, to the late Earl James Delafosse, Sr. and the late Barbara Ann Delafosse. He went to meet his Lord, several family members, and loved ones at the age of 62 on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Jose was baptized as an infant at Sacred Heart...

Jul 17, 2025

Sally Leday Lemelle, 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 17, at a local care center. She was born on September 13, 1952, to Odelia Guillory and Joseph Leday in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Sally worked at Robinswood School, and her hobbies included gardening, and roses were her favorite, cooking and baking for loved ones, watching television, and...

Jul 16, 2025

Being blessed with ninety-five years of life, Cora Morrow transitioned peacefully to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born in Basile, Louisiana, as Cora Pierre-Auguste to Etel and Denezia Cessaire Pierre-Auguste on May 24, 1930.

Cora was the youngest girl of ten children. She has survived all her siblings and...

Jul 9, 2025

Earl John Lemell, husband, father, and brother, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at the age of 85, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on March 13, 1940, to Clara and Joseph Lemell, Sr. in Welsh, Louisiana.

Earl enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family. He retired as an Operator...

Jul 4, 2025

Cortez "Tezzy Bhoo" Deshawn Boston, 26, departed this life on July 4, 2025. Cortez was born to Nataki R. Boyd and Eric Boston on May 5, 1999, in Louisville, Kentucky. Cortez loved life! He spent most of his time gaming with friends, playing basketball, football, and swimming. He also loved spending time with his family, traveling, and listening to...

Jul 3, 2025

Diamonte "Dee" Juan Lafanette was born August 31, 2001, to Sylvester Gobert and Christa Lafanette, and tragically passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, at the age of 23 years old. Dee worked at Taco Bell for many years and enjoyed listening to music, playing his PS5, and spending time with family and friends,...

Jul 1, 2025

De'Marco R. Celestine Jr. was born in Houston, TX on Friday November 22, 2002, to Kenya Kibble and De'Marco Ray Celestine. De'Marco, affectionately called Ray Ray, attended and graduated from Hightower High School in 2022. During his remarkable 22 years of life, De'Marco embarked on numerous adventures and touched countless lives, he inspired his dad to take a leap...

Jun 21, 2025

Daniel Anthony Collins was born on November 22, 1959, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to the late Martell Collins and Elfie Papillion Collins. He was baptized as an infant at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Lake Charles. Also, he served as an altar server in the church. No matter what life threw at him, he was led to...

Jun 13, 2025

Michael Wayne Jackson, 50, departed this life on June 13, 2025, in Iowa, Louisiana. Mr. Jackson was born on September 12, 1974, to Darrow Jackson, Sr. and Esther M. Vital Pipkins in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Mr. Jackson enjoyed fishing, cooking and spending time with family and friends. He was loved by all that knew him.

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Jun 12, 2025

"For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain." Philippians 1:21

On Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:18am, Elizabeth Ann Lewis Jones gained eternal life with her Lord and Savior. She was born on August 22, 1962, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Johnny (Ruby) Lewis in Lake Charles, Louisiana. On April...

Jun 11, 2025

James Darrell "Screaming Demon" Rogers departed this life on June 11, 2025, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was born on April 17, 1962, to Louis "Buster" Rogers and Catherine Trail Rogers in Lafayette, Louisiana.

With a thirty-year career as a truck driver, James loved traveling cross country. He was most recently employed with HD Trucking of...

Jun 7, 2025

To remember the man that Courtlin was is to be reminded that good people still do exist in this world. On June 7, 2025, Courtlin Joseph Greis departed this life at the age of 40 in Roanoke, LA. He was born on December 17, 1984, to Brian Alfred and Stephanie Arceneaux in Lake Charles, LA. From an early age,...

Jun 7, 2025

Lloyd Doucet departed this life on June 7, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Mr. Doucet was born on October 3, 1950, to Carlton Doucet and Elizabeth (Joyce) Deaureseau Doucet in Eunice, Louisiana.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Linda Lewis Doucet, his children: Everette (Donna) Thomas, Jejuan (Alexa) Doucet of Clera, Alabama, Anthony Doucet, Houston,...

Jun 1, 2025

Our dear mother Beaulah Jane Kerlegon Victorian, 86, departed this life on Sunday, June 1, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She was born August 8, 1938, to Caligone Anthony Kerlegon and Nolia Boutte Kerlegon in New Iberia, Louisiana. She worked as a housekeeper at Memorial Hospital and then Cintas until her retirement. She loved spending time with her family...

May 29, 2025

Alisa Marie Orphy was born on January 22,1970, to Allen and Aline Gobert Orphy. As the first born she was a joy to her parents. Born and raised in Lake Charles Louisiana, she graduated from Alfred M. Barbe Senior High School in 1988 and soon began a tenured career as a 411 operator for Bellsouth (later AT&T).

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May 29, 2025

Vickie Lynn Lewis Kennerson was born on January 16, 1955 in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to the union of Clifton Lewis and Bernice Francis Lewis. She was called from labor to her reward on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at her home.

Vickie accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Evergreen Baptist Church in Lake Charles...

May 23, 2025

Donna Michelle Criner-John , 58, departed this life on Friday, May 23, 2025, at a local hospital in Houston, TX.  She was born August 7, 1966, to Donald Tyrone Criner, Sr., and Frances Marion Criner in Muskogee, OK.  She worked at Save The Children Headstart for many years.  She loved supporting her children, spending time...

May 13, 2025

Lisa Gail Batiste, 53, departed this life on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in a hospice facility in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born October 29, 1971, to David Lee Hines and Julia Lee Houston in Lake Charles, LA.  She worked at Resthaven Nursing Home until her retirement.  She loved singing, dancing and making memories with her family.

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