Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Ona Ormsby
Oct 21, 2026
Ona Mell Richard Ormsby, 85, passed away on October 21, 2026. Born in Morse, La. in 1941, Ona lived most of her life in the Lake Charles area. She enjoyed traveling and was always up for a car ride. Ona had many joys in her life, but she was most proud to be the mother of Connie (Scott) Miller, Jamie...
Nelvia Marie Gaspard Murphy
Oct 20, 2026
Following her final sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, administered by Reverend Shaji Jose, H.G.N., Chaplain of Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Nelvia Gaspard Murphy died surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday morning, October 20, 2026.
Born a twin with twelve additional siblings on June 22, 1940, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to parents Raymond and Telice Gaspard, she married Guy Murphy,...
Russell "Sonny" Thornton Jr
Oct 19, 2026
Russell "Sonny" Henry Thornton Jr. passed away the morning of October 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Sonny was a kind and loving man who was always there for the people he cared about. He was born in Lake Charles on March 10, 1947 to Russell and Virgie Thornton.
Sonny loved his family, especially being "Poppa" to his beloved grandchildren,...
Eloise Navarre
Oct 19, 2026
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Eloise Navarre, peacefully departed from us on October 19, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on January 24, 1930, in Liberty, Texas, Eloise lived a life filled with love and joy, epitomized by the warmth she shared with her family and friends.
Eloise's life was marked by her nurturing spirit and compassionate heart, as she dedicated herself to caring for...
Dr. Barrow
Oct 17, 2026
Full obituary pending:
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Dr. James C. Barrow, whose life and career touched the lives of so many in our community.
In accordance with Dr. Barrow's prior wishes, his family will gather privately to honor his life and memory. We kindly ask that their privacy be respected during this difficult time...
Ramona Armentor Williams
Oct 17, 2026
Our precious mother, Ramona Armentor Williams went to be with her Heavenly Father on October 17, 2026 at the age of 93. Ramona spent the last several months of her life in Opelousas at the home of her son and daughter in law, Ray and Monica Williams. Mrs. Williams was born on January 18, 1933 in Kinder, Louisiana. She was...
Bessie Jenel Thibodeaux
Oct 17, 2026
Bessie Jenel Thibodeaux, 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Jenel was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Verna Addison and Jesse “Jay” James White on March 26, 1937.
Jenel was born and raised in Lake Charles and graduated from LaGrange High School in 1956. She devoted herself to being a homemaker while her...
Frank "Pete" C. Foreman
Oct 17, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Frank "Pete" C. Foreman, who left us on October 17, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on November 15, 1951, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Pete was a beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather who dedicated his life to those he loved.
Pete was a proud graduate of Iowa High School and spent...
Pamela A. Trahan
Oct 15, 2026
Pamela A. Trahan, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026, in Welsh, Louisiana. Born on March 1, 1948, in Jennings, Louisiana, Pamela was a proud graduate of Lake Arthur High School and went on to build a fulfilling career as a dedicated insurance agent with Western & Southern Insurance until her retirement.
Pamela was known for...
Parker Cait Watson
Oct 15, 2026
Parker Cait Watson passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving parents.
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
– Matthew 19:14
Those left to cherish her memory are her parents, Madison Alden Huffman and Evan Doyle Watson; big sisters, Piper and Palmer Watson;...
Pamela Johnson Cary
Oct 15, 2026
Pamela Johnson Cary passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on October 15, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on September 7, 1947, to Howell Johnson and Viola Savant Johnson, Pam grew up in the charming town of Sulphur, Louisiana in a home filled with faith, love, laughter and joyful summers spent at Moss Lake, alongside her...
Bryon K. "Goose" Richard
Oct 14, 2026
Bryon K. “Goose” Richard, 74, entered his eternal home on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Harbor Hospice of Lake Charles, Louisiana. Goose was born on August 5, 1952 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Lester Joseph Richard, Sr. and Beatrice Mae “Beat” Rogers Richard. He was a proud 1970 graduate of South Cameron High School, where he wore #23 on the...
Rhoda Ann Cooke
Oct 13, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rhoda “Ann” (Langley) Cooke, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many, who entered eternal peace on October 13, 2026, surrounded by love.
Ann was born in Commerce, Texas, the only child of Mary Katherine (Hoover) Langley and Daniel Conway Langley. She graduated from Robstown High School with the...
Peyton Kinsley LaGrange
Oct 13, 2026
“I am kind, I am beautiful, I am smart, I am loved”
Peyton Kinsley LaGrange, 12, of Lake Charles passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Peyton was born in Lake Charles on December 3, 2013. She attended Dolby and Henry Heights Elementary and was currently a student at F. K. White Middle School where she explored her passion for percussion, finding joy...
Leah Ann Trahan
Oct 13, 2026
Leah Ann Trahan, 63, of Vinton, passed away on October 13, 2026, surrounded by her family. Leah loved her family, children and grandchildren. She served and loved all who God sent her way. Her heart and passion was to love the lost, broken, sick and needy. Leah moved to Florida to further her education where she graduated with an associates...
Joseph Camile Reina, Sr.
Oct 13, 2026
Joseph Camile Reina, Sr., (J.C.) 99, of Lake Charles, Louisiana passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the comfort of his home.
Mr. Reina was born October 17,1926 in Lake Charles to Joe and Magdelena Reina. He graduated from Lake Charles High School in 1944. He enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps during WW II where he served in...
Gary William Shook
Oct 10, 2026
Gary William Shook, 73, of Meeker, CO passed away at 3:45 PM on Saturday, October 10, 2026 in a Colorodo hospital.
Born on March 3, 1953, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, he was a proud graduate of DeRidder High School, where he played trumpet in the school band. Following graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army, where he continued sharing his...
Marjorie Gibbs Jackson
Oct 10, 2026
Marjorie Gibbs Jackson, affectionately known as “Sweetie,” was born November 2, 1921, in Hayes, Louisiana, to Kenny and Libby Hayes Gibbs. She grew up in the Hayes community, where she developed the strong work ethic, resourcefulness, and devotion to family that remained with her throughout her life.
Her nickname, “Sweetie,” came from a childhood encounter with a pie that she was...
Effery Thibodeaux, Jr.
Oct 10, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Effery Thibodeaux, Jr., who entered eternal peace on October 10, 2026, at the age of 78. Born and raised in Eunice, Louisiana, "Junior", as he was fondly known, married and made Holmwood, Louisiana his lifelong home.
Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Scott Thibodeaux (Kristi,) Cody Thibodeaux...
