Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Kem Margaret Kraemer
Oct 31, 2026
Kem Dupre Kraemer, 73, a native of Houma, Louisiana, and a resident of Sulphur, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2026.Kem cherished time spent with her family and found comfort in reading her Bible. She enjoyed gardening, playing on her Xbox, and spending time with her dogs. These simple Joys, along with her love for her family, were an important...
Ronal William Sweeney
Oct 30, 2026
Ronal William “Ron” Sweeney, 80, of Lake Charles, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026.
Ron was born on November 8, 1945 to Sidney and Gertrude Bailey Sweeney. A lifelong resident of Lake Charles, he graduated from LaGrange High School and attended McNeese State University before serving in the United States Army. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War.
Following...
Rebecca Leigh Helms LeBleu
Oct 29, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rebecca Leigh Helms LeBleu, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, who departed this world on October 29, 2026, at the age of 68. Rebecca was born on April 12, 1958, in Abilene, TX, and later made her home in LeBleu Settlement, where she touched the lives of many...
Ivan Alton Trull
Oct 29, 2026
Ivan Alton Trull, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 1, 1933, in Burkeville, Texas, to Flora Jarrell and Dock Trull.
Ivan proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 14 years, including during the Korean Conflict. Following his military service, he worked as a jet...
Timothy Dwight Ash
Oct 28, 2026
Timothy Dwight Ash, 75, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Ville Platte, Louisiana, on September 17, 1951, to Dorothy Geneva Johnson and Lloyd Victor Ash.
Timothy graduated from LaGrange High School before attending McNeese State University and later graduating from Sowela Technical Community College with his real estate license. He...
Lefty James Bourriague
Oct 28, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lefty James Bourriague, who left this world peacefully on October 28, 2026, in Sulphur, Louisiana, at the age of 66. Born on April 13, 1960, in Creole, Louisiana, Lefty was known for his warm heart, compassionate nature, and unwavering dedication to others.
A proud United States Navy veteran, Lefty dedicated...
Rebecca Lynn Sterling
Oct 28, 2026
Rebecca Sterling, born on May 29, 1964, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, peacefully left this world at home on October 28, 2026. She was a woman of remarkable grace and warmth who touched the lives of all who knew her.
Rebecca was the beloved daughter of Chester and Eula Bazinet, who preceded her in death, along with her sisters, Jennifer Bazinet,...
Ursula Lenitzki Levens
Oct 28, 2026
Ursula Levens, nee Lenitzki, born 3/21/1944 in Wertheim, Germany passed away at 7:54 PM, 10/28/26, at home surrounded by her loved ones. Ursula is survived by Rolfe K. Levens, her husband of 64 years. Ursula had 3 wonderful children, Patricia Chaisson (Danny), Christina Ellender, and Brian Levens (Wendy Stanley); six grandchildren, Dillon Ellender, Madison Duhon, Blayden Levens (Bailyn Martin), Grant...
Joseph Dean Simon Jr.
Oct 28, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Joseph (Joe) Dean Simon Jr., who left this world on October 28, 2026, at the age of 64. Joe was born on March 5, 1962, in Sulphur, Louisiana to his parents Joseph Sr. & Judy Simon.
Joe was a devout Catholic and very strong in his faith. He spent...
Sally Montgomery Rodgers
Oct 28, 2026
Sally Jane Montgomery Rodgers, 81, of Lake Charles passed away peacefully on October 28, 2026 with her family by her side. She was eighty-one years old.
Sally was born on April 25,1945 in Shreveport, LA and was reared in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
A 1963 graduate of LaGrange Senior High School, Sally attended the University of Southwest Louisiana in Lafayette, Louisiana where she...
Jo Ann Gutekunst
Oct 28, 2026
Jo Ann Gudekunst, 91, passed away surrounded by her loving family.
Jo Ann was a strong, godly woman who was always grateful for the gift of life. Her faith was at the center of everything she did, and she was a true prayer warrior. Each morning, she began her day with prayer, Bible reading, and devotions. She spent much of...
Larry Louvier
Oct 27, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Larry Louvier, who left this world on October 27, 2026, at home, peacefully with his wife and daughter by his side. Larry was a man who truly enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. He enjoyed listening to his vinyl records on his console stereo that he bought over...
Wade James Dupre Sr.
Oct 27, 2026
Wade James Dupre Sr., 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 25, 1935, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Virda Duplantis and Eugene Dupre.
Wade attended Morgan City High School and later earned his GED. He worked for Conoco until his retirement in 1992 at the age of 57. Wade enjoyed traveling and had the...
William Joseph"Billy" Daigle
Oct 26, 2026
William “Billy” Joseph Daigle, 55, of Lake Charles passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026 in his residence.
Born on August 8, 1971, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, he spent his life in the community he called home. Living in Lake Charles most of his adult life, he was a proud graduate of South Beauregard High School where he participated in the...
Melba Higginbotham
Oct 26, 2026
Melba Higginbotham was a vibrant woman who loved to dance, shop, and spend time with the people she loved. On Saturday mornings, you could often find her at Fred's Lounge at 10:00 AM, having a great time. She shared a lifelong friendship with Joyce McKeehan and Beverly Gilchrist. The three met in the late 1970s and quickly became close, traveling...
Frances Marie Kilpatrick Fleniken
Oct 24, 2026
Frances Marie Kilpatrick Fleniken of Sulphur, LA passed away peacefully on October 24, 2026 at the age of 78.
Frances was born in Corpus Christi, TX on September 29, 1948 to Charles Sr. and Mildred Kilpatrick. She attended McNeese State University, where she earned her degree in education. She went on to teach special education for 30 years at F.K. White...
Thelma Soileau
Oct 24, 2026
Thelma Fontenot Soileau, age 100, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026, after a century filled with faith, family, love, and cherished memories.
Born in Johnson Cove, Louisiana, on April 17, 1926, Thelma carried her Cajun roots and love of Mardi Gras throughout her life. As the wife of a United States Army serviceman, she traveled throughout the country and overseas...
Elizabeth Manuel
Oct 23, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Manuel was born on January 1, 1939, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She held a special place in her family’s history as the first baby born on New Year’s Day in 1939. Throughout her life, Elizabeth built a legacy rooted in faith, family, and the love she shared with the many generations who were blessed to know her.
A devoted...
Vernon David Wingate
Oct 23, 2026
Vernon David Wingate, 85, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Vernon was a graduate of LaGrange High School, and attended McNeese State University with a degree in agriculture. He went on to work at the Conoco Refinery for 33 years as a pipefitter and operator. Outside of work, he was an avid reader who could...
Peggy Dianne Kuehn Anderson
Oct 22, 2026
On Thursday, October 22, 2026, Peggy Dianne Kuehn Anderson went to be with the Lord, peacefully passing from this life surrounded by her beloved husband, children, and family at her daughter's home. In many ways, Peggy had been an angel long before she left this earth. Throughout her life, she selflessly gave of herself to those who were sick, those...
