Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
James "Jimmy Red" Granger
Nov 17, 2025
James Claude Granger,
“Jimmy Red”
September 9, 1953 – November 17, 2025
James Claude “Jimmy Red” Granger, 72, of Sulphur, Louisiana, passed away on November 17, 2025. He was born on September 9, 1953, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to James Ola Granger and Gertrude Beatrice Granger.
A true cowboy at heart, Jimmy Red enjoyed spending time outdoors, camping, and sharing those special moments with...
Benita "Maw Maw B" Husers
Nov 17, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Benita Husers, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, who left us on November 17, 2025, at the age of 88.
Benita was born on April 19, 1937, in Church Point, Louisiana. Benita was a dedicated manager at McNeese Federal Credit Union, for many years. Her commitment to...
Cathryn Marie Mallett Fuselier
Nov 16, 2025
Cathryn Marie Mallett Fuselier, beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.
Born to Leola Mary Benoit and Wilfred James Mallett, Cathy was a loving wife to Taylor Fuselier and a devoted sister to Lee Mallett of Iowa, Janet Fuselier and her husband James of Hawaii, Alice Fay Hinton of Iowa, and...
Robert Lee Parker Jr.
Nov 15, 2025
Robert Lee Parker Jr. passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, in Lake Charles. He was a very kind and considerate man who truly loved people, children, and life itself.
Robert enjoyed many simple pleasures-BBQing, fixing things (especially televisions), and working with technology. He had a lifelong passion for radars and police scanners and was always eager to talk about...
Shirley Rogers
Nov 15, 2025
Shirley Fruge Rogers, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 30, 1939, in Church Point, Louisiana, to Joseph and Melizza Fruge.
Shirley was a gifted cake decorator for many years and an accomplished seamstress. A devoted and hardworking woman, she found joy in simple pleasures—reading, and watching the Hallmark...
Charles Blanchard
Nov 15, 2025
Charles Gerald Blanchard, 72, of Sulphur, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, after bravely facing bvFTD. Born on February 6, 1953, in Midland, Texas, Charles was the son of Johnny and Marie (Pettyjohn) Blanchard.
Charles graduated from Sulphur High School in 1971 and went on to earn degrees from McNeese State University—first in Law Enforcement in 1975, and later in...
Ricky Cox
Nov 13, 2025
Ricky Lamonte Cox, 61, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 20, 1964, to Arthur Lee Cox Jr. and Dorothy Smith Cox.
Ricky was a devoted homemaker who cherished every moment spent with his three children. He was an incredible cook and loved watching old westerns. He enjoyed being out...
Karen Ogea Theriot
Nov 12, 2025
Karen Ogea Theriot of LeBleu Settlement was called home by our Lord following her courageous battle with pancretic cancer.
She was born on August 6, 1959 in Lake Charles. She was the baby of five children to the late Frank and Ola (LeBleu) Ogea.
Karen's love of family started as a child and she grew up learning that your biggest strength is...
David Leonard Sims
Nov 12, 2025
David Leonard Sims went home to the loving arms of his Savior on November 12, 2025. He was born on January 22, 1941, to Leonard “Fuzzy” Sims and Mary Lucille Sims.
His father’s work in the oilfield took the family across the country, but they eventually settled in Lake Charles, where David graduated from LaGrange High School in 1959. There, he...
Lester Lebleu
Nov 12, 2025
Lester Joseph LeBleu, 79, passed away on November 12, 2025 in Lake Charles, LA. He was born on February 21, 1946 in Lake Charles, LA to Ervin and Orena Saucier LeBleu.
Lester grew up in South Lake Charles near Black Bayou, where his deep love for the outdoors first began. In the 9th grade, he made the selfless decision to leave...
James Richard Barber, Sr.
Nov 11, 2025
James Richard Barber, Sr.July 4, 1939 - November 11, 2025
James Richard Barber, Sr. “Jim”, 86 years old of Vinton was born in Lake Charles, La., to Vernon William and Louise Barber.
He attended Marion High School where he played football and had received a scholarship from LSU in track but decided to join the United States Navy in 1956 instead. He...
Betty Jane Smallwood Perdue
Nov 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Jane Smallwood Perdue, who left us on November 9, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on October 18, 1936, in Dumas, Arkansas, Betty moved to Iowa at the age of 16.
Betty was a proud graduate of Iowa High School and a woman of many talents. She was...
Charlann Johnson
Nov 9, 2025
Charlann Lesh Johnson, 80, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on November 9, 2025.
Charlann was born on November 4, 1945, in Guthrie, Oklahoma to Jacob Charles Lesh, Jr. and Gloria Ann Lesh (nee Boedecker). Her family moved to Lake Charles, Louisiana in 1959. She graduated from Lake Charles High School and attended McNeese State University. In 1967, Charlann married...
Cleadis James Mott
Nov 9, 2025
Cleadis James Mott of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away at the age of 93 surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
Cleadis was born to Louis and Azena Pousson Mott on August 20, 1932, in Welsh, Louisiana, and later established his residence in South Lake Charles with wife, Cora Mae. There, they provided their two daughters, Donna and Janet,...
Carolyn Dale Jackson Gifford
Nov 8, 2025
Carolyn Dale Jackson Gifford, 81, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Born on October 7, 1944, to Gloria Ellen Manning and Carl Wilson Jackson, Carolyn lived a life marked by faith, family, and an unyielding eye for a bargain.
A proud graduate of McNeese State University with a bachelor's degree, Carolyn channeled her sharp mind and...
Betty Gaspard
Nov 8, 2025
Betty Lou Gaspard entered eternal rest in the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and cherished friends, she passed peacefully in Lake Charles, Louisiana, as prayers and songs of gratitude filled the room.
Born and raised in Lake Charles, Betty Lou was a 1951 graduate of Lake Charles High School,...
Sheila Joan Lejeune
Nov 8, 2025
Sheila Joan Gauthreaux Lejeune, 67, of Vinton, LA, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Born in Lake Charles on March 12, 1958, Sheila lived a life full of love, grace, and quiet strength. A graduate of McNeese State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, she brought dedication and integrity to everything she did.
Sheila shared...
Russell Thomas Hardy
Nov 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Russell Thomas Hardy, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, who left this world on November 8, 2025, at the age of 65. Russell was born in Kinder, Louisiana, and spent his life in Iowa, Louisiana, where he touched the hearts of many with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit.
Russell, known for...
Hartwell Frank Golightly, Jr.
Nov 7, 2025
Hartwell Frank Golightly, Jr, 81, of Moss Bluff passed away at 5:22 PM on Friday, November 7, 2025 in a local hospice facility.
Frank was born to Hartwell Frank Golightly and Laura Golightly in Lake Charles, LA on December 2, 1943. He was raised in Iowa, LA where he was a graduate of Iowa High School. Mr. Golightly proudly served the...
Edward D. Ward Jr.
Nov 6, 2025
Edward Durward Ward, Jr., lovingly known as "Buddy," passed away on November 6, 2025, at the age of 85.
Buddy was born on October 28, 1940, and grew up in Houston, Texas. He proudly served his country as a member of the Marine Corps Reserve.
He began his career in Houston with Matco while attending college, studying chemistry. Later, Buddy moved his...
