Gardner Ray Fontenot

Gardner Ray Fontenot, 78, of Lake Charles passed away at 4:46 AM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 in a local hospice facility.

Mr. Fontenot was born on June 12, 1947 in Jennings, LA.

A man of courage and strength with a gentle smile and loving heart. He carried himself with peace and graciousness. He not only fought for his country he fought for his loved ones. He is now resting in peace.. as we mourn in our love for him we know that he no longer suffers.. God bless Gardner Ray fontenot

Those left to cherish is memory are his children, Belinda Thomas, Gloria Fontenot, Matthew Fontenot, and Jessie Fontenot; a brother, Norris Fontenot; grandchildren, Joel Baglio, Dallas Thomas, Daylon and Deante White, and Chandler, Caden, and Gavin Fontenot; and great grandchildren, Kinslee, Mekale, and Renlee White.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Fontenot and his parents, Horace and Aline Fontenot.