Obituary Listing

Jan 23, 2025

Kairo Danjuan Anderson , four months, departed this life on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Lake Charles, LA. He was born September 23, 2024, to Sy'Mone Anderson.  He loved eating and playing with his teething toys.

He leaves to cherish his memories his mother,...

Jan 21, 2025

Murry Anthony Francois, Sr., 64, departed this life on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born October 22, 1960, to Lionel Joseph Francois, Sr., and Norma Goodwin in Houston, TX.  He worked at Tuboscope until his retirement.  He loved working on cars and visiting with family and friends....

Jan 18, 2025

Aarika Shannon Joubert was born on May 22, 1970, to Sandra Gayle Thomas Joubert and Alfred "Red" Joubert. On Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 10:24am, Aarika entered into eternal rest at the age of 54 in her Lake Charles home surrounded by her family. She graduated from Lake Charles Boston High School Class of 1988....

Jan 15, 2025

Bertha Elaine Collins-Auzenne was born on August 12, 1961, to the late Thelma Nell Washington Collins and Millard Collins of Jonesville, LA.   God in His infinite wisdom and timing, called her home on January 15, 2025. Upon graduating from Marion High School in 1979, Bertha enrolled in Sowela Vocational School in 1981 where she earned...

Jan 7, 2025

Darby Anthony Harris, 65, gained his wings on January 7, 2025, at 7:00 a.m., surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren.  He was born on October 6, 1959, in Lake Charles, LA to the late Lawrence Harris and Margie Bellard Harris.

At a young age, Darby joined Immaculate Heart Catholic Church. He was a devoted husband, father,...

Jan 4, 2025

Boyace Van Harlan, Jr., 70, departed this life on Saturday, January 4, 2025, in Memorial Herman Greater Heights Hospital in Houston, TX.  He was born June 26, 1954, to Boyace Van Harlan, Sr., and Margaret Ashford Harlan in Houston, TX.  He worked at Calcasieu Parish School Board. He loved painting, playing the piano and studying...

Dec 27, 2024

Mr. Lee Roy Roberts , who was born on November 15, 1940 in Lacassine, Louisiana, to the late Della Dugas and the late Lawrence Roberts, transitioned to his heavenly home on December 27, 2024, at the West Jefferson Medical Center in Marrero, Louisiana, after heroically battling COPD/emphysema for more than twenty-five years. His passing has left a...

Dec 26, 2024

Henry Skipper , 77, departed this life on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born February 14, 1947, to Morris Skipper and Myrtle Dansy in Lake Charles, LA. He worked at Lake Area Plastering until his retirement.  He loved playing dominoes, working on cars, watching the Boston Celtics...

Dec 26, 2024

Gladys Marie Gabriel Sonnier was born in Duson, LA on April 24, 1934, to Oliver and Olivia Cormier Gabriel.  She was the youngest of eleven siblings.  She moved from Mowata, LA, to Lake Charles in 1966.  She was a very spirited lady that prayed the rosary daily and lived her life to the fullest.

Dec 22, 2024

Virginia Phillip Riggs, "Lil Mama" 95, departed this life on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Grand Cove Nursing Home in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born November 6, 1929, to Samuel Phillip and Alberta Prince Phillip in Tatum, OK.  She worked as a private sitter and a caretaker until her retirement. She loved reading her...

Dec 17, 2024

Delia Daisy Hernandez, born February 10, 1955, in Freeport, Texas, peacefully went to be with the Lord on December 17, 2024, surrounded by her family's love who loved her dearly.

Delia was preceded in death by her parents, Ramon and Juana Hernandez; her brothers, Miguel "Cool Daddy" Hernandez and Ray Hernandez, and her dog Bruno. We take...

Dec 12, 2024

Van McDowell Jenkins, Sr., 49, departed this life on Thursday, December 12, 2024, in Houston, TX.  He was born May 17, 1975, to Richard K. Guillory and Valda Fay Jenkins in Orange, TX.  He loved drawing and singing since he was a kid.  He graduated from West Orange-Stark High School in Orange, TX and attended...

Dec 5, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Anne Drake on December 5, 2024, at her home in Mexico, at the age of 76.  Anne was born on April 27, 1948, to George M., Jr. and Jessie Chastain in New Brunswick, NJ.  Although she lived in several states during her lifetime - TX (Houston), MA (Wakefield), CT (Cromwell Hills)...

Dec 4, 2024

Mary Angelina Declouiet, born April 17,1969, to James and Alma Celestine, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA.  Known for her warmth, compassion, and unwavering dedication to others, Mary touched countless lives during her time on this earth. She worked for many years as a dealer in the local casinos before...

Nov 23, 2024

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Nov 9, 2024

Louis Edward Harmon entered this world on October 31, 1962, in Lake Charles, Louisiana to the late November Harmon. Growing up, Louis was a ladies' man, a trouble maker, and a good time, but above all a man of honor and integrity. "Big Lou" went on to pursue an education in his passion of culinary...

Nov 6, 2024

Robert Lee Temple 57, departed this life on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born January 16, 1967, to John Henry Temple, Sr., and Mildred Moreau Temple in Orange, TX. He was a graduate of Vinton High School. He was a handy man who did all types of handy work. He...

Nov 5, 2024

On Tuesday, the 5th of November 2024, John Ray Gallow departed this life at the age of 79, in The Guardian House Skilled Nursing Facility. He was born on October 20, 1945, to Joseph Gallow and Severine Guillory Gallow in Mowata, LA. He graduated from Washington High School in 1963 and immediately entered the United States Air...

Nov 1, 2024

Frantina Renee Berry , 60, departed this life on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born June 29, 1964, to Horace Green and Delores Mouton in Lake Charles, LA.  She worked as a dietary supervisor at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Calcasieu Parish School Board and City of Lake...

Oct 30, 2024

Doretta "Dee" Elizabeth Robert, 70, was born January 4, 1954, to Lelia Lee Brouchet in New Orleans, LA.  God sent his angels to bring Doretta home to eternal rest on October 30, 2024.  A resident of Lake Charles, LA for 55 years, she was a nurse's assistant, school cafeteria cook, Walmart associate and beautician.  She loved spending time with...