Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
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...
Alice Marie Deshotel
Oct 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alice Marie Deshotel, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this world on October 22, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on August 30, 1949, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Alice lived her life with a vibrant spirit, warmth, and a dedication to her family and community.
A proud...
Mona Marie Windham
Oct 21, 2026
Mona Marie Miller Windham, 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Mona was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Maxine Elmaura Landry and Wilfred Joseph Miller on November 12, 1954.
Mona dedicated 33 years of service to the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court’s Office before retiring. She truly loved her job and the work...
Ona Ormsby
Oct 21, 2026
Ona Mell Richard Ormsby, 85, passed away on October 21, 2026. Born in Morse, La. in 1941, Ona lived most of her life in the Lake Charles area. She enjoyed traveling and was always up for a car ride. Ona had many joys in her life, but she was most proud to be the mother of Connie (Scott) Miller, Jamie...
Linda Darlene Tims
Oct 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Darlene Tims, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this life on October 20, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on May 22, 1953, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Linda lived her life with an abundance of love and dedication to her family and community.
Linda dedicated her...
Marilyn Estes
Oct 20, 2026
Doris Marilyn (Meeks) Estes of Lake Charles, Louisiana, died peacefully at her home on October 20, 2026, after a six-year battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Marilyn was born in Haynesville, Louisiana, on February 27, 1935, to Doris Eugene and Leslie Sale Meeks and grew up with her younger sister, Kathryn. Marilyn spent her early years in Carlisle, Texas, known today as Price....
Jimmy "Jim" William Trahan
Oct 20, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jimmy "Jim" William Trahan, who departed this life on October 20, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on July 10, 1947, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Jim was a beloved son, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He spent his final days in Iowa, Louisiana, where he was cherished by his...
Nelvia Marie Gaspard Murphy
Oct 20, 2026
Following her final sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, administered by Reverend Shaji Jose, H.G.N., Chaplain of Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Nelvia Gaspard Murphy died surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday morning, October 20, 2026.
Born a twin with twelve additional siblings on June 22, 1940, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to parents Raymond and Telice Gaspard, she married Guy Murphy,...
Russell "Sonny" Thornton Jr
Oct 19, 2026
Russell "Sonny" Henry Thornton Jr. passed away the morning of October 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Sonny was a kind and loving man who was always there for the people he cared about. He was born in Lake Charles on March 10, 1947 to Russell and Virgie Thornton.
Sonny loved his family, especially being "Poppa" to his beloved grandchildren,...
Eloise Navarre
Oct 19, 2026
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Eloise Navarre, peacefully departed from us on October 19, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on January 24, 1930, in Liberty, Texas, Eloise lived a life filled with love and joy, epitomized by the warmth she shared with her family and friends.
Eloise's life was marked by her nurturing spirit and compassionate heart, as she dedicated herself to caring for...
Agnes Marie Davis
Oct 19, 2026
Marie Davis passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 19 at the young age of 97. She was born in Tibbie, Alabama to Thomas Jones and Minnie Howard Jones and was raised in Tate’s Hell, Florida. Marie and L.C. Davis married on April 24, 1950 and enjoyed a happy and adventurous marriage. Marie was strong in her faith, enjoyed...
Dr. Barrow
Oct 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Dr. James C. Barrow, 47, whose life and career touched the lives of so many in our community.
A native of Lake Charles, James grew up surrounded by his siblings and the close-knit family he cherished throughout his life. He graduated from A.M. Barbe High School, where he was...
Ramona Armentor Williams
Oct 17, 2026
Our precious mother, Ramona Armentor Williams went to be with her Heavenly Father on October 17, 2026 at the age of 93. Ramona spent the last several months of her life in Opelousas at the home of her son and daughter in law, Ray and Monica Williams. Mrs. Williams was born on January 18, 1933 in Kinder, Louisiana. She was...
Bessie Jenel Thibodeaux
Oct 17, 2026
Bessie Jenel Thibodeaux, 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Jenel was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Verna Addison and Jesse “Jay” James White on March 26, 1937.
Jenel was born and raised in Lake Charles and graduated from LaGrange High School in 1956. She devoted herself to being a homemaker while her...
Frank "Pete" C. Foreman
Oct 17, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Frank "Pete" C. Foreman, who left us on October 17, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on November 15, 1951, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Pete was a beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather who dedicated his life to those he loved.
Pete was a proud graduate of Iowa High School and spent...
