Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Peggy Langley
Oct 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Peggy Ann (Trosclair) Langley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Peggy was born on September 24, 1948, in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, and she peacefully entered eternal rest on October 27, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, at the age of 77.A proud graduate of LaGrange High School in...
Brenda G. Peshoff Conner
Oct 27, 2025
Brenda Gayle Peshoff Conner, 77, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025, in Lafayette, Louisiana. She was born on March 13, 1948, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Gilbert and Ruby Benoit Peshoff.
Brenda was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles until 2010, when she and her husband moved to their beloved home at Bundick’s Lake. The quiet beauty of the lake...
Donald Dukes, Sr
Oct 27, 2025
Donald Wayne Dukes, Sr., 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Donald was born on April 28, 1950, in Opelousas, Louisiana, to Austin and Dunice Dukes.
A proud graduate of LaGrange High School, Class of 1969, Donald built a successful career as a mechanic, working more than 24 years with Halliburton Services. His...
Randall Roy Ravia
Oct 26, 2025
Randall Roy Ravia, 37, of Sulphur passed away at 12:52 AM on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Randall, of Sulphur, Louisiana, was born on May 30, 1988, in Lake Charles. He was a proud graduate of Sulphur High School.
Randall began his career in the construction industry before joining the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Department, where he served with dedication for ten years and...
Eula "Maw Maw June" Lejeune
Oct 26, 2025
Eula Lejeune, affectionately known as Maw-Maw June, was called to eternal rest on October 26, 2025. In her 99 years she exemplified a deep devotion to her Catholic faith and her family.
Born December 13, 1925 to Miguel and Doris Duhon of Basile, Eula grew up with her seven brothers and sisters working on the farm. She often spoke of the...
Joe Fruge
Oct 26, 2025
Joseph Fruge, 90, was born July 23, 1935, in Eunice, La. He joined the United States Navy in 1952 and served in Guam. He met the love of his life Tracy Nell Fontenot in 1953. They were married in 1956 and would have celebrated their 70th Wedding anniversary in February. In 1958 they made Lake Charles their home and he...
Vickie Lynn Fontenot
Oct 26, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Vickie Lynn Fontenot, age 69, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, who left this world on October 26, 2025. Born on April 11, 1956, in Gillis, Louisiana, Vickie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, known for her vibrant spirit and her love for life.
Vickie was married to her...
Patricia Pierrotti
Oct 24, 2025
Patricia Ann Busby Pierrotti, 83, passed away on October 24, 2025.
She was born on September 26, 1942, in Washington, D.C.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Ray Pierrotti.
Survivors include her daughters, Cindy Pierrotti, Cathy (Terence) Guillory, and Kim (Norris) Chapman, all of Lake Charles; foster son, Travis (Debbie) Hamilton of Michigan; grandchildren, Todd Chapman, Brett...
Mesonie Terrence "Buck" Halley, Sr.
Oct 24, 2025
Mesonie Terrence Halley, Sr., affectionately known as “Buck,” was born in Baskin, La. on April 20, 1933, to John Henry Halley and Alice DaMour. He was one of three children and the cherished only son. Buck graduated from Sulphur High School in 1951. He entered into his eternal rest on October 24, 2025, surrounded by the family he deeply loved.
On...
Loretta Ann Fontenot
Oct 24, 2025
Loretta Ann Weekly Fontenot, 81, of Lake Charles passed away Friday, October 24, 2025 in a local healthcare facility.
Mrs. Fontenot was born in Crowley, LA and lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She was a 1962 graduate of LaGrange High School and went on to continue studies at Sowela Technical Community College. It was during this time she...
Joseph "Carroll" Soirez
Oct 23, 2025
Joseph “Carroll” Soirez, age 72, passed away after a hard-fought battle with Alzheimer’s disease on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at his residence in Carencro surrounded by his family and loyal companion Moose. A native of Maurice and a longtime resident of Hackberry, Carroll and his wife moved to Moss Bluff, and after 19 years moved to Carencro.
Carroll dedicated his life...
Harry O. Burt, Sr.
Oct 22, 2025
Harry O. Burt, Sr., died on October 22, 2025, at 3:00 AM.
Mr. Burt was born in Noxapater, Mississippi on June 28, 1941, and had lived in the Lake Charles/Moss Bluff area since 1957.
He served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam veteran where he was awarded several medals including the Bronze Star. He was an Engineering Specialist with...
Olivia Mae Richard
Oct 21, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Olivia Mae Richard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this life on October 21, 2025, in Sulphur, LA. Olivia was born on September 6, 1941, in Beaumont, TX, and spent her life touching the hearts of those around her through her warmth and unwavering spirit. Throughout her journey, Olivia engaged...
Dwain Clark
Oct 20, 2025
Dwain Clark, 74, passed away peacefully on Monday October 20, 2025 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 1, 1951, in Oakdale, Louisiana, to Vernon and Kathleen Clark.
Dwain earned a bachelor's degree from Northwestern State University. He retired from Citgo after 32 years of work in maintenance. He was an avid white perch fisherman, and...
Joyce Thigpen
Oct 20, 2025
Joyce Lavern Thigpen, age 95, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at home on October 20, 2025.
Joyce was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. At the young age of fifteen, she met the love of her life, Newton J. Thigpen, Sr., and fell head over heels for him. The two shared a lifetime of love, devotion, and...
Ray Floyd Lavergne
Oct 20, 2025
Our hearts are heavy today, October 20, 2025, as we mourn a peaceful passing of our Dad/Pop at the young age of 92. At the same time, we find great comfort knowing he and Mom are reunited in heaven.
Ray Floyd Lavergne was born June 4, 1933, to Floyd Lavergne and Bernice Quibodeaux Lavergne Daigle in Mermentau, LA. Ray was the...
Janet Moore
Oct 18, 2025
Janet Louise Wharton Moore ‘Jam’ was born June 14th,1952 and passed away peacefully on October 18th, 2025, in Midland, Tx at the age of 73. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and quiet strength that will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Janet, the eldest daughter of Toopie and Patty Wharton, grew up with...
Lynn Benita Koonce
Oct 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lynn Benita Koonce, who left us peacefully on October 17, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on June 5, 1935, in Orange, Texas, Lynn spent her life in DeQuincy, Louisiana, where she built a loving family and a warm community around her.
She was a devout christian, and loved...
Henry Lee Jackson
Oct 17, 2025
Henry Lee Jackson, 73, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, October 17, 2025. Born February 12, 1952, in Kinder, Louisiana, to Martin and Mable Poullard Jackson, Henry grew up in Elton and attended Katie B. Thomas Elementary and High School before later earning his GED.
Known affectionately around town as "the Bicycle Guy," Henry had...
Kristi Fontenot
Oct 17, 2025
Melissa Kristine "Kristi" Jinks Fontenot, 64, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
A lifelong resident of Southwest Louisiana, Kristi graduated from A.M. Barbe High School in 1978 and went on to live a life filled with faith, family, and service to others. She is survived by her devoted husband, Silton Ray Fontenot; her children,...
