Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
James "J." Thornton
Oct 3, 2026
James Hunter Thornton III, 61, passed away on October 3, 2026, when he was met by Jesus and told, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with Me in Paradise."
After graduating from Barbe High School in 1983, J. attended McNeese State University where he was a proud member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He worked as a deputy...
Karen LeBlanc
Oct 3, 2026
Karen Sue LeBlanc, 72, passed away on October 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on August 2, 1954, Karen was raised in Jennings, Louisiana, where she attended school and graduated in 1972. In 1974, she began her career with BellSouth, working as an operator and later as a material service coordinator. Karen was a dedicated employee who remained...
Jeanette Broussard Stutes
Oct 3, 2026
Jeanette Broussard Stutes, 83, of Choupique, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at home on October 3rd surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 22, 1943, in Sulphur, Louisiana, she was the daughter of Ernest Broussard and Alma Nunn Broussard. She graduated from Sulphur High School in 1961. Shortly afterward she married her high school sweetheart, Willie Ray Stutes, and together,...
Sharon Fruge Hinton
Oct 3, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Fruge Hinton, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, who left us on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the age of 62. Sharon was born on October 21, 1963, in Lafayette, Louisiana, and spent her life uplifting those around her with her kindness and creativity.
A proud graduate...
Eola Teresa Corbello
Oct 2, 2026
Eola Teresa Corbello, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, will be remembered with love and gratitude following her peaceful passing on October 2, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on March 26, 1931, in Ragley, Louisiana, Eola spent her life devoted to her family and creating a warm, nurturing home in Dayton, Texas.
As a dedicated homemaker, Eola filled her...
Angelo John Picarazzi
Oct 2, 2026
Angelo John Picarazzi, 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2026. John was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Joseph John and Mary Jane Kimball Picarazzi on July 17, 1945.
John graduated from Lake Charles High School in 1964 and continued his education at USL, where he studied art. He proudly served in the United States Navy for two years...
Emelia Doucet
Oct 2, 2026
Emelia B. Doucet, lovingly known to many as Aunt TT, was a beautiful soul whose life was filled with faith, love, family, and devotion. She loved to sing praises to the Lord, and her faith was a light that touched everyone around her.
She shared a beautiful life with her beloved husband, Wilbert "Buck" Doucet. Together, they built a loving family...
Terry Bruce Underwood
Oct 2, 2026
Terry Bruce Underwood, 77, of Lake Charles, passed away in the early hours of Friday, October 2, 2026. He was born on June 20, 1949, to William and Camille Barnett Underwood.
Terry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was centered on his faith and his family. He loved the Lord and was a faithful worker in his...
Stephen Douglas Smith
Oct 1, 2026
Stephen Douglas "Doug" Smith was born in Wichita, Kansas on December 11, 1961 to Claud and Margie Smith. He passed away surrounded by family and friends on Thursday October 1, 2026.
Doug graduated from Derby High School in Derby, Kansas. An accomplished water skier and Scuba Diver, Doug performed at Sea World as a featured skier. He was a proud member...
William Douglas Bates
Sep 30, 2026
Funeral service for William Douglas Bates, 86, of Moss Bluff, Louisiana will be held Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 2:00pm at Johnson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff. Officiating will be Rev. Glenn George. Visitation will be held from 12:00pm until the start of the service.
A graveside service and burial will be held on Monday, October 5th, 2026 at 1:00pm at...
Joyce Butts Bogard
Sep 30, 2026
Joyce Butts Bogard went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 3:26 a.m. She was born on December 5, 1942, to Hollie Lee Butts and Leeonia Smart Butts in Stephens, Arkansas.
A loving and nurturing woman, Joyce’s life centered around her family and the people she cared for. She was a devoted sister, wife, mother,...
Allen J. LeJeune
Sep 29, 2026
AJ was born on February 2, 1930, in Basile, Louisiana, to Martin and Ida Johnson LeJeune. He was raised in Basile, where he attended school from first through twelfth grade. One accomplishment he remained especially proud of throughout his life was maintaining perfect attendance every single year of school, a testament, even at a young age, to the dedication and...
Cary Wayne Vercher
Sep 27, 2026
The servant heart of a teacher. The keen eye of an artist. The mind of a passionate learner, and conviction of a devoted husband and father. Cary was all of these, and so much more, to so many.
Cary Vercher, 78, of Moss Bluff, Louisiana, was born on March 24, 1948, in Alexandria, Louisiana, and entered his heavenly home on September...
Norman Coffman
Sep 27, 2026
Norman Lee Coffman Jr., 80, passed away with his wife by his side on September 27, 2026.
Born in Houma, Louisiana, Norman was raised in Bastrop, where he was a 1964 graduate of Bastrop High School. Upon graduation, Norman joined the United States Air Force, where he proudly served his country for four years.
In 1979, Norman moved to Lake...
Milton Ray Batey
Sep 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Milton Ray Batey, who left us on September 26, 2026. Born on April 12, 1948, in Oakdale, LA, Milton lived a life filled with hard work and a love for the simple joys, including long walks and fishing trips.
Milton dedicated much of his life to the oilfield industry, where...
Steven Julien Baudoin
Sep 26, 2026
Steven Julien "Steve" Baudoin, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on September 26, 2026, following a lengthy illness. He was surrounded by the love of his family, and leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, integrity, and devotion that will continue through the generations who follow him.
He was born on November 9, 1945, in Youngsville, LA to Harry Julien...
Edgar Joseph Dionne
Sep 26, 2026
Edgar Joseph Dionne, 81, of Grand Lake passed away at 3:16 PM on Saturday, September 26, 2026 in a local hospital.
Born on October 11, 1944, in New Iberia, Louisiana, he was raised there and graduated from New Iberia High School in 1962. He attended USL and later graduated from MSU in 1967 with a degree in Wildlife Management.
In his early...
George W. Hurlbut
Sep 25, 2026
George W. Hurlbut
George Whitney Hurlbut, 86, passed away peacefully on Friday September 25, 2026 at his daughter's home.
George was a native and lifelong resident of Lake Charles. Following graduation from Lake Charles High School, George attained a degree from McNeese State College in education. His career as an educator specialized in English. Throughout his career, he became a...
Dallas Paul Fontenot
Sep 25, 2026
Dallas Paul Fontenot, 83, of Lake Charles, passed away Friday, September 25, 2026 at a local healthcare facility surrounded by his family.
Mr. Fontenot, affectionately known by his family as "Nickey", was born in Klondike, LA, raised in Lake Arthur and lived most of his life in Lake Charles.
He began his career as a small engine mechanic at Henry’s Mowers before...
Brenda Richard Crews
Sep 25, 2026
Brenda Richard Crews, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on September 25, 2026, at the age of 82. Brenda was born July 27, 1944, in Jennings, LA to Joseph Ben (JB) Richard and Beulah Bertrand Richard.
Brenda graduated from St. Charles Academy in Lake Charles and Our Lady of Holy Cross College in Algiers, Louisiana. She grew up in Lake Charles...
