Obituary Listing

May 12, 2025

Virginia Ann "Jean" Slaughter, 83, was born March 7, 1942, in Sulphur, Louisiana to the late John and Sadie Chatlin. She lived most of her life in Lake Charles, Louisiana and moved to Spring, Texas in her later life living with her son.  Mrs. Slaughter departed this life on May 12, 2025, at the Woodland...

May 12, 2025

Patricia Carthon Sanders , 76, a beloved figure in the Oberlin community, peacefully departed this life on May 12, 2025, after a life richly lived in service and kindness. Known for her lifelong missionary work, Patricia was a beacon of light and hope, touching lives through her gift of music.

Patricia...

May 10, 2025

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7

Darryl Douglas Harrison, Jr., 42, gained his wings on May 10, 2025, in Pearland, Texas, surrounded by his family. Darryl was born on August 22, 1982, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Marie Chenier and...

May 5, 2025

Shannon Marie Moore was born on December 20, 1995, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to the late Neal and Theresa Bowers. She later moved to Cleveland, Texas, with her parents, Rena Lambert Moore and Edward Moore Sr. She attended Sheppard High School before relocating to Louisiana. Shannon was known for her beautiful smile and loved her children with all her heart....

May 5, 2025

Darrell Wayne Poullard , 64, departed this life on Monday, May 5, 2025, at Methodist Charlton Medical Center in Dallas, TX.  He was born August 28, 1960, to Milton Poullard and Patricia Viones Poullard in Lafayette, LA.  He worked in banking as a transit deliverer and loved watching all sports.

He...

Apr 27, 2025

Irene (LaFleur) Guillory was born in Basile, LA, on March 8, 1928, to the late Adena and Elia (Deville) LaFleur. She departed this life on April 27, 2025, at her home.

She was united in marriage to the late Curlan Guillory on October 12, 1946, and resided in Kinder, where they raised four children. She was the...

Apr 26, 2025

LIFE REFLECTIONS

The sunrise of a beautiful life commenced upon the horizon of Port Arthur, Texas on August 30, 1954, when a bouncing baby boy was born to the union of Paul and Hilda Solarie. They named him Preston Paul Solarie. He was affectionately known as "Cocamo" by his family members...

Apr 25, 2025

Laura Belle Hanchett was born April 25, 1954 to the union of Elton and Mary Lee Frank Joseph in Opelousas, LA . She was the oldest of nine children. She accepted Christ at an early age and was a long time member of Cathedral of Faith Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Pastor Hearnest Arvie....

Apr 20, 2025

Linda Joyce Leblanc was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on September 28, 1957.  She was the youngest of Joseph and Mildred Richard's four children.  She gained her wings on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Avoyelles Hospital in Marksville, Louisiana.

Linda was christened early at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.  She...

Apr 12, 2025

May Dell Blaney , formerly Frank was born on January 15, 1941, in Washington, LA, to the parentage of Dallas and Elzina Frank and was the fourth of ten children.  The family moved from Washington, LA, to Mossville, LA, where May would go on to graduate from Mossville High in 1960 and attend McNeese State...

Apr 9, 2025

Julia Ann Savoy , 80, departed this life on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born December 16, 1944, to Hazel Richard Mitchell in Houston, TX.  She was a supervisor in the custodial industry and worked various jobs until her retirement.  She loved talking about her Lord and...

Apr 8, 2025

Brent Lane King was born on April 4, 1970, in Lake Charles, LA, to the late Raymond "Tee" King and Pearl Thierry King.

He was baptized early at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Lake Charles, LA, where he was a member until his passing.

While living in Grand...

Apr 1, 2025

Dwight Steven Dartez, 79, departed this life on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born August 7, 1945, to Leford Dartez and Georgia Dartez in Lake Charles, LA.  He worked as an auto mechanic and loved turning wrenches.

He leaves to cherish his memories...

Mar 29, 2025

In Loving Memory

Ernest Williams Jr aka Uncle Boy

February 16 1943 - March 29, 2025

Our beloved Dad departed his life on March 29, 2025 at a local nursing home. He leaves to cherish his memories his children, Bridgette Williams,...

Mar 14, 2025

Patricia Ann Bartie , "Fine" 64, resided in Houston, TX, where she was called home on Friday, March 14, 2025. She was born June 28, 1960, in Lake Charles, LA to the late Leonard and Viola Praylor.  She attended Lake Charles Boston High School.

She is survived by her husband, Till...

Mar 13, 2025

Larry James Washington, Sr., 79, was born December 28, 1945, in Welsh, LA to the late Adam Prudhomme, Jr., and Laura Lewis.  Larry departed this life on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at his residence in Welsh, LA.

Larry was married to Anna Lou Washington for 48 years.  From this marriage three...

Mar 2, 2025

Warren Joseph Landry, 79, departed this life on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born November 11, 1945, to Alex Landry, Sr., and Porena Narcisse in St. Martinville, LA.  He was a great roofer for many years.  He enjoyed cooking, fishing and visiting with family.

He leaves to...

Mar 1, 2025

Dominic Michael Mitchell departed this life on March 1, 2025, in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dominic, affectionately known as "Nick", was born on January 14, 1973, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. As a young child, he moved to California with his mother, Carol Mitchell, where he spent his early years. He later returned to Lake Charles as a preteen, where...

Feb 26, 2025

Ezola "Frutti" Williams, 83 was born March 17, 1941. She met Victor J. Ledet Sr., and together they had three children, Victor J. Ledet Jr., Ryan O. Ledet, and Cynthia D. Ledet. The family later moved to Houston, TX, where they became devoted members of Emmanuel Church of God in Christ.

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Feb 15, 2025

On Saturday the 15th day of February 2025, Ophelia Thomas Collins departed this life at the age of 75 years old, in a local care facility. She was born on December 18, 1949, to Renis Thomas and Ezolia Malbrough Thomas. During her years of employment, she worked as a housekeeper. Her hobbies included sitting down and enjoying...