Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lee Donald Foley
Jan 5, 2026
Lee Foley, 77, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026.
He is survived by his sons, Ian Foley and his wife Heidi, and Colin Foley; his longtime companion, Tinnelle Dingler; and his siblings, Joan Foley, Joseph Foley, and Mary Melissa Covey.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Martha Foley, and his brothers, James Foley...
Rebecca Faye LaRocca
Jan 26, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rebecca LaRocca, aged 72, on January 26, 2026. Born on August 10, 1953, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Rebecca touched the lives of everyone she met with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for her family.
Rebecca graduated from LaGrange High School and furthered her education at McNeese State University. In...
Bethany Walsh
Jan 25, 2026
Mary Bethany Walsh, 69, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, January 25th, 2026.
Bethany is survived by her sister, Louise Walsh; brother, Al Walsh and his wife Amy; niece, Ashley Shempert and her husband Donnie; and two great nieces, Tamrah and Autumn; nephew, Al Walsh, IV and his wife Melinda; nephew, Matt Smith; two great nephews,...
McKinli "Mack" Anne Bauer
Jan 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved McKinli Anne Bauer, who left us far too soon on January 25, 2026, at the tender age of six. Born on November 5, 2019, in Sulphur, LA, McKinli brought joy and laughter into our lives with her bright spirit and infectious smile.McKinli was a little ray of...
Winston William Buller, Jr.
Jan 24, 2026
Winston William Buller, Jr passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the age of 92.
Winston was born on February 28, 1933, in Kinder, Louisiana to Winston Buller, Sr and Agnes Lormand Buller. He grew up in Indian Village and attended Kinder High School. He proudly served in the Army from 1953 to 1955.
On October...
Bonnie E. Beard
Jan 23, 2026
Bonnie Elaine (Granger) Beard left this earth to be with her heavenly father on Friday, January 23, 2026. She was born June 29, 1938, in Lake Charles to Leo & Mary Fontenot Granger of Grand Lake. She was raised in Granger Cove along the intercoastal canal. Her father was a farmer, and she lived a farm girl’s life. She developed...
Iva Lynn Joiner
Jan 23, 2026
Iva Pritcher Joiner (Penny), 74, passed away at her home on January 23, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Penny was born in Atlanta, Georgia on April 3, 1951, to parents Iva Chandler Pritcher and Jacob Ralph Pritcher. She resided in Monroe, LA before moving to Lake Charles in 2016.
Penny graduated from the University of Louisiana at Monroe in...
Mary Wallace
Jan 22, 2026
Mary Ashburn Wallace, age 86, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away on Thursday, January 22, following a short illness and complications related to pancreatic cancer. Mary was born in Fort Worth, Texas, on September 7, 1939, to Karl Everett and Sarah Lucille Tipton Ashburn. She was their third child of four, all girls.
Mary graduated from La Grange Senior High School...
Maria Jo Pellegran
Jan 22, 2026
Maria Jo Pellegran, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 22, 2026, at her home in Iowa, Louisiana. She was born on December 14, 1967, in Mays Landing, New Jersey, to a loving family that would nurture her vibrant spirit throughout her life.
Maria was a notable baker, owning and operating her cherished bakery, Treats & Treasures by...
Joshua Neal Fuselier
Jan 21, 2026
Joshua Neal Fuselier, 22, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Joshua was born on August 20, 2003, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Elizabeth Zaragoza Allen and Mark Fuselier.
Joshua was an adventurous young man who loved traveling, hiking with friends, and spending time in the great outdoors. He was intelligent, determined, and had a gift for making people laugh. Joshua...
Robert Gibbs Mutersbaugh
Jan 21, 2026
Robert "Bob" Gibbs Mutersbaugh, age 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife.
Bob was born on December 2, 1943, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Margaret Alice Gibbs and Robert Tucker Mutersbaugh. He came from one of Lake Charles' pioneer families and remained deeply connected to his hometown throughout his life.
He graduated from...
Frank "Buster" Carpenter
Jan 21, 2026
Frank “Buster” Carpenter, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 21, 2026, in Lake Charles, LA.
Mr. Carpenter was born in Beaumont, TX but lived most of his life in Lake Charles and graduated from Landry High School in 1959. He attended McNeese State University where he studied Chemistry. He also studied Industrial Electronics at Sowela Technical Institute...
Aaron Joseph O'Donnell
Jan 20, 2026
Aaron Joseph O’Donnell, 48, passed away on January 20,2 026, in West Monroe, LA. Aaron was born in Sulphur, LA and went to Sulphur High School and lived here for half his life. He lived in West Monroe the last decade and worked as security for the correctional facility a few months before his passing. He enjoyed rock music and...
Rodney Dale Mattix
Jan 20, 2026
Rodney Dale Mattix, 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at his home in Moss Bluff, Louisiana. He was born on in Longview, Texas, to Emory and Elsie Brunner Mattix.
Rodney lived a life marked by service, learning, and quiet dedication to others. He worked in healthcare for many years, serving at Moss Regional Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital...
Margret Ama Lee Thomas
Jan 19, 2026
Lee Thomas was born Margret Ama Lee McKague on April 11, 1939 in Jennings, La. Her parents were Fredrick A. Mckague and Claude Lee Mckague. Lee died on Monday January 19, 2026 at 1:00A.M. surrounded by loving family. She said she had a "pollyanna childhood" going to school and growing up in Jennings. She graduated from J.H.S, class of 1957....
Elsie Theresa Breaux Perkins Hollier
Jan 19, 2026
Elsie Theresa Breaux Perkins Hollier, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, in her home in Moss Bluff, Louisiana, surrounded by the love and presence of her family.
Elsie was born on July 7, 1933, in Cameron, Louisiana, to Lannye and Amy Rogers Breaux. A lifelong resident of the Lake Charles area, she was deeply rooted in the community...
Mark Anthony Witherwax
Jan 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Anthony Witherwax, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left us on January 18, 2026, at the age of 72. Mark's journey began on July 15, 1953, in Lake Charles, LA, and he would go on to call Iowa, LA, his home.
Mark proudly served in the United...
Carolyn "Nate" Stevens
Jan 17, 2026
Carolyn Annette Stevens, 66, of Lake Charles, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Carolyn spent her life in Lake Charles. She graduated from Barbe High School in 1977 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Office Management. She built a long career with Louisiana Pigment, Louisiana Machinery, and Cintas Uniform Services at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino.
Carolyn...
Jimmie Bradley
Jan 17, 2026
Jimmie Bradley, 87, of Moss Bluff, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and quiet strength.
Jim’s life took a beautiful turn when he walked into a restaurant and met the love of his life, Brenda Harkins. He liked to say he knew he had her hooked when he left her a quarter tip. The two quickly fell in...
Michael James McBride, Sr.
Jan 17, 2026
Michael James McBride, Sr., 67, of Lake Charles passed away at 12:06 AM on Saturday, January 17, 2026 in his residence.
Mr. McBride was born on July 6, 1958, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He spent most of his life in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
He was a graduate of Barbe High School and continued his education at Midwest Christian College in Oklahoma. Mr. McBride...
