Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Larry J. Landry
Feb 1, 2026
Larry Landry Jr. was born on July 22, 1944, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to the late Johnny Landry Sr. and Mable Cating Landry.
Larry grew up in Hecker and Iowa, Louisiana, where he attended school and graduated in 1962. He loved the Lord and was baptized at an early age.
After graduating, Larry moved to Lake Charles and went to work at...
Ruby Boudreaux
Jan 31, 2026
Ruby Faye Logue Boudreaux, 80 years old, passed away on January 31, 2026, surrounded by her children.
She was a native of Hackberry and lived most of her life in Lake Charles.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. She was born in a family of 10 children.
She is survived by one sister, Lena Logue Knight.
She is...
Ernest Lee Vincent
Jan 31, 2026
Ernest Lee Vincent, age 93, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and service to his community. Born on January 24, 1933, in Cameron, Louisiana, Ernest was the beloved son of Durphy Vincent and Ruby Trahan Vincent.
A proud graduate of Creole High School, Class of 1951, Ernest carried the values of hard work, integrity, and commitment throughout...
Dana Al Matte
Jan 31, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dana Al Matte, born on July 28, 1950, in Kinder, Louisiana. Dana departed this world on January 31, 2026, in the comfort of his home leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and cherished memories.
Dana was a graduate of Lacassine High School Class of '69. After high school Dana...
Sandra Dee Drost
Jan 30, 2026
Sandra Dee Drost, loving wife, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, was born on June 4, 1944, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She peacefully departed this world on January 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering support for her family and community.Dee, as she was affectionately known, spent her life nurturing her family and filling their lives...
Myrna Jo Benoit Trahan
Jan 29, 2026
Myrna Jo Benoit Trahan, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, in her home in Hayes, Louisiana. Born on February 25, 1939, in Gueydan, Louisiana, Myrna exemplified the spirit of love and kindness which she shared generously with all who knew her.
A devoted homemaker, Myrna dedicated her life to nurturing and supporting her family,...
Christopher George Ange, Sr.
Jan 29, 2026
Christopher George Ange, Sr., “George,” passed away on January 29, 2026, at his home in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with his family by his side. Born on September 20, 1961, in Lake Charles, George lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service.
George was the beloved son of Sam and Barbara Calloura Ange, husband of 43 years to Lisa Kohnke Ange,...
Gardner Ray Fontenot
Jan 27, 2026
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...
Gary Radford Goodaker
Jan 27, 2026
Gary Radford Goodaker, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 5, 1947, in Princeton, Kentucky, to Mary Loreite McConnell Goodaker and James "Ted" Russell Goodaker.
Gary proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was a devoted family man who cherished time spent with his loved...
Evelyn Marie Schopen
Jan 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Evelyn Marie Guillory Schopen, on January 27, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born March 18, 1937, to Floureman “Jack” and Ruby DeRouen Guillory in the country 4 miles South of Welsh, Louisiana. Evelyn was the only girl among her brothers and was lovingly...
Rayford Joseph Meche
Jan 27, 2026
Rayford J. Meche, 75, of DeQuincy, passed away on January 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 29, 1950 to Gilbert “Tatoo” and Irene Francois Meche.
Rayford was an honest, hardworking man who lived life with grit, humor, and integrity. He was a gifted storyteller with a dry, matter-of-fact wit and was known for saying exactly...
Rhonda Gayle Fontenot
Jan 27, 2026
Rhonda Gayle Fontenot, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on January 27, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on March 12, 1961, in Welsh, Louisiana, Rhonda spent her life deeply dedicated to her family and the children she served in her impactful profession as a juvenile probation officer for the Office of Juvenile Justice Services (OJJS).
Rhonda graduated...
Thomas Edward Kramer, Sr.
Jan 27, 2026
Thomas Edward Kramer, Sr., a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, in Iowa, LA. Born on December 4, 1963, in Welsh, LA, Tom lived a life rich in love and compassion, surrounded by family and friends who cherished him deeply.
After high school Tom became an owner-operator truck driver, a role that allowed...
Rebecca Faye LaRocca
Jan 26, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rebecca LaRocca, aged 72, on January 26, 2026. Born on August 10, 1953, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Rebecca touched the lives of everyone she met with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for her family.
Rebecca graduated from LaGrange High School and furthered her education at McNeese State University. In...
Bethany Walsh
Jan 25, 2026
Mary Bethany Walsh, 69, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, January 25th, 2026.
Bethany is survived by her sister, Louise Walsh; brother, Al Walsh and his wife Amy; niece, Ashley Shempert and her husband Donnie; and two great nieces, Tamrah and Autumn; nephew, Al Walsh, IV and his wife Melinda; nephew, Matt Smith; two great nephews,...
McKinli "Mack" Anne Bauer
Jan 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved McKinli Anne Bauer, who left us far too soon on January 25, 2026, at the tender age of six. Born on November 5, 2019, in Sulphur, LA, McKinli brought joy and laughter into our lives with her bright spirit and infectious smile.McKinli was a little ray of...
Winston William Buller, Jr.
Jan 24, 2026
Winston William Buller, Jr passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the age of 92.
Winston was born on February 28, 1933, in Kinder, Louisiana to Winston Buller, Sr and Agnes Lormand Buller. He grew up in Indian Village and attended Kinder High School. He proudly served in the Army from 1953 to 1955.
On October...
Bonnie E. Beard
Jan 23, 2026
Bonnie Elaine (Granger) Beard left this earth to be with her heavenly father on Friday, January 23, 2026. She was born June 29, 1938, in Lake Charles to Leo & Mary Fontenot Granger of Grand Lake. She was raised in Granger Cove along the intercoastal canal. Her father was a farmer, and she lived a farm girl’s life. She developed...
Iva Lynn Joiner
Jan 23, 2026
Iva Pritcher Joiner (Penny), 74, passed away at her home on January 23, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Penny was born in Atlanta, Georgia on April 3, 1951, to parents Iva Chandler Pritcher and Jacob Ralph Pritcher. She resided in Monroe, LA before moving to Lake Charles in 2016.
Penny graduated from the University of Louisiana at Monroe in...
Tasha Michelle Gros
Jan 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tasha Michelle Gros, a beloved daughter, mother, and friend, who left us on January 22, 2026, at the age of 41. Tasha was born on November 15, 1984, in Sulphur, LA, where she spent her life creating cherished memories and nurturing her loved ones. Tasha was a devoted homemaker...
