Obituary Listing

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...

Oct 1, 2024

Joseph "Wordy" Gallien, Sr . was born September 17, 1937, in Lawtell, Louisiana. He was the eldest of eight sons born to the late Jack and Angelle (Green) Gallien. After the passing of his parents, he, along with his former wife Willie Mae Chenier and adopted brother Leroy "Topee"Lewis, took guardianship of his four youngest...

Sep 24, 2024

Viola Roxanne Landry, 66, departed this life on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born September 19, 1958 to George Howard Reed and Dessi Louise Henson Reed in New Iberia, LA.

She was a self-employed contractor in construction.  She was a well respected contractor...

Sep 23, 2024

Pearly Bee Mitchell, 78, departed this life on Monday, September 23, 2024, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born February 13, 1946, to Albert McMahon and Louella Bradley in Oberlin, LA, in the Moeling Community

She graduated from Carver High School in Kinder, LA and National Beauty College in Lake Charles, LA.  ...

Sep 7, 2024

Hilda Lafleur Jack was born March 22, 1938, in Washington, LA to Yourick Lafleur, Sr. and Loniece Bias Lafleur.  A native of Ville Platte, she resided in Lake Charles, LA where she was a member of New Covenant Faith Baptist Church. Mrs. Jack always told you exactly what was on her mind. She departed this life Saturday, September 7,...

Sep 6, 2024

Glenn Gordon Miller , 88, departed this life on Friday, September 6, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles, LA.  He was born August 10, 1936, to John Miller, Jr., and Odelia Carrier Miller in Iowa, LA.  He worked at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana, Foster Grandparent Program and Foreman-Reynaud Community Center until...

Sep 4, 2024

Yvonne Denise Glover , 55, departed this life on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at Christus St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born November 9, 1968, to Tony Vital, Sr., and Della Glover in Lake Charles, LA. She worked at Sam's Club and loved playing cards and bingo.

She...

Sep 1, 2024

On September 1, 2024, Priscilla Eaglin departed this life at the age of 72 in Oschner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.  She was born September 12, 1951, to Theresa Claridy and Joseph Walter Eaglin both of Sunset Louisiana.

She retired from the State of Louisiana where her last years were with W.O....

Aug 8, 2024

Sherron Delafose, 54, departed this life on August 8, 2024, at her residence in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Sherron was born on August 14, 1969, in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Rodney and Audrey Gradney Delafose.

Sherron worked at Zelis Healthcare as a Carrier Relations Specialist, but her love was cooking the best Cajun cuisine, and shopping for the...