Local Obituaries

Mar 14, 2024

David Wayne Mills, 45, of Baker, LA died on Thursday, March 14, 2024.

David was born on December 13, 1978, in Lafayette, LA to David and Virginia Mills. David enjoyed the great outdoors hunting, fishing, and working. His love for his family was paramount and was always a ray of sunshine. David loved LSU and playing baseball.

Those left to...

Mar 13, 2024

Hilda Rae Bonsall Domingue, 88, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on March 13, 2024.

Hilda was born on July 13, 1935 in Creole, LA and was raised by loving parents, Telsmar “Blanc” and Lucia “Noone” Bonsall. She married Edward “Earl” Domingue on June 27, 1953 and moved to Hackberry where they resided and raised their family until his death...

Mar 13, 2024

Richard “Tiny” Paul Thibodeaux, born in Rayne on February 13, 1960, son of Remy Joseph “Ray” Thibodeaux Jr., and Virginia (Gautreaux) Thibodeaux, passed away March 13, 2024, at the age of 64. He is preceded in death by his mother, Virginia (Gautreaux) Thibodeaux, sister, Amelia Thibodeaux, and his grandparents. Richard is survived by his father, Ray Thibodeaux and wife, Bobbie;...

Mar 13, 2024

Ryan Stuart King, a resident of Lacassine and native of Creole, passed away in Marksville on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. He was born on February 18, 1979 to Michael King and Cynthia Anne “C. Anne” (Primeaux) King. Ryan was a graduate of South Cameron High School and McNeese State University. He was very active in the community and in many...

Mar 13, 2024

Charles Gabriel Boudreaux, Jr., 84, passed away on Wednesday March 13, 2024. Charles was born on February 2, 1940, to parents Gertrude and Charles Gabriel Boudreaux Sr.

Charles worked at the Louisiana Office of Employment Security for 33 years and Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office for 40 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved to spend time with...

Mar 12, 2024

On Tuesday, March 12, 2024, surrounded by family, Lenes “Nick” J. Arsement of Iowa, went to be with the Lord. Nick was born in Rayne, Louisiana on September 20, 1931, son of the late Volcar and Rosalie (Richard) Arsement. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and was employed as a carpenter for Local 953. He is preceded...

Mar 12, 2024

Marilyn Harbert Sullivan, 81, of Lake Charles passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 in the comfort of her daughter’s home.

Mrs. Sullivan was born on May 20, 1942 in Port Arthur and moved to Lake Charles in July of 1959 when she married her husband, Jack Sullivan.

She treasured her family and cherished every moment spent with them. Mrs....

Mar 10, 2024

John Nathan Hebert, 89, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, died March 10, 2024, in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Mr. Hebert was born in Gueydan, Louisiana and lived in Lake Charles, Louisiana from 1958 to 2024. He retired from Conoco after 30 years. He was a parishioner of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. He loved sports of all kinds, but mostly...

Mar 9, 2024

Mar 8, 2024

Iowa – Ivan R. Richard, born on October 18, 1935, son of the late Asan and Nola (Leger) Richard, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024, at the age of 88. Ivan, was a graduate of Jennings High, and veteran of United States Marine Corp. He worked for Port of Lake Charles until he retired. Ivan was a member of...

Mar 8, 2024

Roger Bates Huck, 93, passed away on March 8, 2024, in a local hospital surrounded by his loving family. Roger married the love of his life Nancy and they spent 67 wonderful years together.  He proudly served in the United States Air Force.  He began working as an operator at Hercules plant in Sulphur, La., then moved on to become...

Mar 7, 2024

Sara was born on September 25, 1944, in Vicksburg, Mississippi to Rex and Ruby Green.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her beloved husband, James A. Bonsall.

Left to mourn are her sister and brother-in-law, Dona and Daniel Harris, and many close relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, on Monday, March...

Mar 6, 2024

Carolyn Marie Fontenot, born in Houston, TX on February 4, 1972, daughter of Robley Fontenot and Melinda Pousson Wimbrow, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at the age of 52. Carolyn enjoyed coloring, dancing, playing bingo, and loved Reese’s Peanut Butter cups. She is preceded in death by her father, Robley Fontenot, and stepfather, John Wimbrow. Carolyn is survived...

Mar 6, 2024

Patricia Marie DeRouen Bebee, 68, of Moss Bluff, passed away suddenly on Wednesday March 6, 2024 at her home.

Patricia was a native and lifelong resident of the Lake Charles area. She attended LaGrange Senior High School and was of the catholic faith. Before moving to Moss Bluff, she and her family were members of Our Lady Queen of Heaven...

Mar 5, 2024

Shirley Ann Landry Laughlin, 77, of Lake Charles, passed away on March 5, 2024. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Family was the most important thing to her. She will be missed by so many.

Shirley was born on December 30, 1946 to Dallas Paul Landry and Mildred Prudhomme Landry in Lake Charles....

Mar 5, 2024

Alice “Jane” Svenning, 86, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. She was born on October 2, 1937 in Memphis, Tennessee to Clarence and Inez Regan Fortenberry.

Jane spent most of her life abroad. She worked for King Faisal in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for eight and a half years as an Accountant. She married Stål Svenning of Oslo, Norway on...

Mar 4, 2024

Dr. Samuel Anthony Monticello, 87, passed away in Lake Charles, Louisiana on Monday, March 4, 2024. A lifelong resident of Lake Charles, he was born on June 10, 1936, one of three children of Anthony and Stella DiCarlo Monticello.

Dr. Monticello graduated from Landry Memorial High School in 1954. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in Biology-Chemistry/Education from...

Mar 4, 2024

Karen Baty Cain passed away peacefully at home after a lengthy illness on Monday, March 4, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Karen was born December 1, 1950, to Burton Earl Baty, Sr. and Patricia Campbell Baty. She graduated from Sulphur High in 1969 and attended McNeese State University. Karen loved sewing, quilting, and her Saturday quilt shop day. She...

Mar 4, 2024

Cora Ann Adaway, 64, of Kinder, passed away on Monday March 4, 2024 at a Lake Charles Hospice Facility after an extended illness.

Cora was a native of Eustis, Florida and a longtime resident of Leesville. She recently moved to Kinder due to her health. She attended Cooper Baptist Church for many years and enjoyed going to the casino at...

Mar 4, 2024

Sharlene Sonnier, born in Jennings on September 19, 1954, daughter of George and Virgie Dubois Vincent, passed away March 4, 2024, at the age of sixty-nine. Sharlene worked as a bank teller for many years, and later worked at Market Basket in Welsh. She enjoyed dancing and being with family and friends. Sharlene was always full of life, and laughter....