Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Robert Southey Hays Jr.
Mar 17, 2026
Dr. Robert Southey Hays, Jr. passed away on March 17, 2026 at the age of ninety. He was born on Aug 6, 1935 in Bossier Parish, LA.
A graduate of Lake Charles High, McNeese State University, and Loyola University School of Dentistry in New Orleans, Louisiana, he served as a Captain in the US Dental Corps at Fort Lewis...
James David Landry
Mar 16, 2026
James David Landry, 66, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 16, 2026.
James was born on May 18, 1959, in Lake Charles to Hulen and Lorraine Wallace Landry. A lifelong resident of the area, he graduated from Lake Charles High School in 1978 and went on to serve his country honorably for two years...
Glen Franklin
Mar 16, 2026
Glen Franklin, 81, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, in his home, surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Born on February 5, 1945, Glen lived a life defined by service, connection, and a love for people. A friend through and through, he never met a stranger and found genuine joy in building relationships wherever he went. Glen was an...
Elizabeth "Liz" Leger Soileau
Mar 16, 2026
Elizabeth “Liz” Leger Soileau, 84, of Lake Charles passed away at 3:30 PM on Monday, March 16, 2026 in a local retirement community where she was residing.
Liz was born on November 23, 1941 in Lafayette, LA and was a graduate of Opelousas High School. She married Donald Soileau in 1963. They relocated to the Lake Charles area in 1971. Liz...
Paul Ervin Dill, Jr.
Mar 15, 2026
Paul Ervin Dill, Jr., 96, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 29, 1929, in Alexandria, Louisiana, to Paul Ervin Dill, Sr. and Berta Musgrave Dill.
On his 17th birthday, September 29, 1946, Paul proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. During his military service, he...
Liam Mount Kamla
Mar 14, 2026
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these”. Matthew 14:19
Liam Mount Kamla, precious infant son, of Ali and Ben Kamla was born December 8, 2025 and was received into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday March 14, 2026.
Liam’s name means ‘strong-willed warrior,’ and that he...
Billie Prather
Mar 14, 2026
Billie Prather, 89, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026. Born on May 20, 1936, Billie lived a life full of love, laughter, and creativity, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew her.
Billie was a loving and fun Mama who created a joyful and adventurous childhood for her family. She could often be found...
Dorothy Eleanor Halley
Mar 14, 2026
Dorothy Eleanor Halley, born Hoffpauir, known to her family and friends as “Dot,” was born in Ebenezer, La. on December 6, 1932, to Adam Watts Hoffpauir and Bertie Lucille Faulk Hoffpauir. She was the youngest of three children. Dot graduated as Valedictorian from Westlake High School in 1951. She entered into her eternal rest on March 14, 2026, surrounded by...
Linda Quebodeaux
Mar 13, 2026
Linda Gail Quebodeaux, 84, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026. She was born on August 23, 1941, and lived a long and meaningful life filled with family, friendship, and the hobbies she loved most.
Linda was known for her exceptional cooking and took great joy in preparing meals for those she loved. She was also a phenomenal bowler and...
Edward Lee LeDoux, Jr.
Mar 11, 2026
Edward "Eddie" Lee LeDoux, Jr., 48, passed away on Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Eddie was born on July 2, 1977 in Sulphur to Ed Sr. and Janelle. He was a 1996 graduate of Sulphur High School.
A natural salesman, he worked in Industrial Sales, most recently at Regal Rexnord and at Grainger for 14 years prior. Eddie was...
Asa J. Meche
Mar 11, 2026
Asa Meche, 86, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026.
Asa was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather whose quiet strength and steady presence anchored his family. A simple man with a giant heart, he spoke few words but showed his love through his actions every day.
As a young man, Asa proudly served his country in...
Jennifer Jo Hoffpauir Bellon
Mar 10, 2026
Jennifer Jo Hoffpauir Bellon, 55, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Jennifer was born in Lake Charles, LA on September 8, 1970, to Grace and Russell Hoffpauir.
Jennifer was a lifelong member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. She loved to dance, barrel race, and swim. Jennifer was very creative and especially...
Barbara Lovelady
Mar 10, 2026
Barbara Mary Richard Lovelady, born November 28, 1946, passed away March 10, 2026, peacefully and surrounded by loved ones in Sulphur, Louisiana.
Barbara is survived by her children, twin daughters, Tiffany Collins of Woodstock, GA, Tonya McKnight of Westlake, LA, and son Kenneth Collins Jr of Kissimmee, FL.; great friend and father of her children, Kenneth A. Collins of Marietta, GA.;...
Vinton Joseph "Vinnie" Nelson
Mar 9, 2026
Vinton “Vinnie” Joseph Nelson, 46, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026. Vinnie was born on April 6, 1979 in Lake Charles, LA to Paul Donald Nelson and Sheila Ann Lange Nelson where he was a graduate of Barbe High School and Sowela Technical Community College. He followed his schooling working for Kroger for over a...
Julius Ray Miller
Mar 7, 2026
Julius Ray Miller, 89, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026. A lifelong resident of Lake Charles, Julius was born on February 20, 1937, to Julius W. Miller and Ruth Merchant Miller.
Julius graduated from Lake Charles High School and later attended McNeese State University, where he studied art. During his time at McNeese, he met...
Ronald "Wayne" Guidry
Mar 7, 2026
Ronald “Wayne” Guidry, was peacefully called home to the lord on Saturday March 7, 2026, at the age of 71, surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, kindness, and a quiet strength that touched everyone who had the blessing of knowing him.
Wayne was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on April 26, 1954. He was...
Cindy Washington
Mar 7, 2026
Cynthia Holloway Washington, more lovingly known as "Earth Mother," passed away at the age of 72.
Cindy cherished her roles as a mother, friend, prayer warrior, and steady rock for so many. She was a source of strength and comfort. She was always present when someone needed encouragement, wisdom, or simply a listening ear. Cindy never met a stranger and had...
Mable Jean Gaspard Marshall
Mar 7, 2026
Mable Jean Gaspard Marshall, 88, passed away in Lake Charles, Louisiana on Saturday, March 7, 2026. She was born on June 10, 1937, to Charles and Viola Kershaw Marshall in Hayes, Louisiana.
Mable, also known as Jean to family members and friends, was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Growing up as a little girl on the Bayou of...
Lillie Mae Fruge
Mar 7, 2026
Lillie Mae Fruge, 90, of Lake Charles passed away peacefully after a short illness on March 7th, 2026 at Landmark Nursing Home of Lake Charles. She was born on February 9th, 1936 in Duralde to parents Hortence Blanchard Granger and Willis Granger.
Lillie and her husband, LD, made Lake Charles their home beginning in 1958. She was a devoted Catholic...
Joan Boykin
Mar 7, 2026
Joan Arlene Boykin, a beloved mother, devoted church member, and a passionate caregiver, will be deeply missed following her passing on March 7, 2026. Born on February 28, 1942, in Port Arthur, Texas, Joan dedicated her life to her family and faith, becoming a guiding light in the Sulphur, Louisiana community where she lived.
Known for her warm heart, caring spirit,...
