Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Erika Caroline Walker Evans
Sep 23, 2022
On Friday, September 23, 2022, another angelic voice was added to the Heavenly Choir.
Taken from this Earth way too soon, Erika Caroline Walker Evans, 26, was a beloved daughter, sister, cousin, niece and friend to many. Erika was a radiant, up-and-coming singer/songwriter with a heavenly voice and a beautiful soul.
She is survived by her parents Brigette Walker Martin...
Ray Thibodeaux
Sep 21, 2022
Merner Ray Thibodeaux, 76 years old, passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2022. He was born on January 27, 1946 to Lloyd and Margaret Young Thibodeaux in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Those left to cherish his memory are, his daughter, Trisha Thibodeaux Larson; his siblings, Betty Sonnier, Herbert Thibodeaux, Claby Mere, Jr., and Arcin Mere; and his grandchildren, Zachary and Quintin Larson,...
Karalan Shey Hayes
Sep 21, 2022
Karalan Shey Hayes was born May 2, 1997 in Lake Charles, LA to Darrell W. Hayes and Tamantha M. Guillory.
Karalan Shey or better known as “Runt” had a zest for life unlike no other, living life to the fullest. Her children Elsa and Jasper brought an abundance of joy into her life, she enjoyed nothing more than doing anything...
Don Alvin Mouhot
Sep 21, 2022
Don Alvin Mouhot, 68, of Lake Charles passed away at 6:59 AM on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 in a local hospital.
Mr. Mouhot was born on September 9, 1954 in Lake Charles where he resided all of his life. He retired from the City of Lake Charles after 43 years of service.
Those left to cherish his memory are his...
Amy Carol Richard
Sep 20, 2022
Amy Carol Richard, 44, of Moss Bluff passed away at 7:36 AM on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 in Moss Bluff.
Amy was born on May 10, 1978 in Lake Charles. She lived between the Moss Bluff area and the Baton Rouge area all of her life.
In her earlier years she enjoyed doing outdoor activities such as four-wheeler riding, mud...
Shirley Lyn Savoie
Sep 20, 2022
Shirley Lyn Savoie passed away at the family home on September 20, 2022. She was born on July 28, 1936 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Laurent J. and Lena Elliott Savoie.
Shirley lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She graduated from St. Charles Academy in Lake Charles in 1954. She attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, then...
William Vaughn "Bill" Managan
Sep 18, 2022
William Vaughn “Bill” Managan
1934 – 2022
Bill Managan was born in Buck’s County Pennsylvania on April 7, 1934 and died at 88 years of age on September 18, 2022.
He was predeceased by his wife, Alice Lou Guillott Managan, his parents, Hugh Vaughn Managan and Isora Fox Managan of Sulphur, Louisiana, and his brothers, Richard Managan and Robert Managan.
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Herbert Lawrence Olivier, Jr.
Sep 18, 2022
Herbert Lawrence Olivier, Jr. was born in Lake Charles, LA on October 5, 1942 and died September 18, 2022.
He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles and faithful member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish. He was a 1961 graduate of Sacred Heart Catholic High School.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Shirley Sonnier Olivier; children, Jaunetta...
David D. Sellers
Sep 18, 2022
David D. Sellers, 67, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 18, 2022. He was born on April 23, 1955 in California, to Bill and Jennie Sellers. He fought adverse health issues for 4 years from a medical condition.
David was an avid LSU and New Orleans Saints football fan. He loved and enjoyed...
Mary Elise Wilson
Sep 16, 2022
Mary Thornton Wilson, 71, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 16, 2022 after an extended illness. She was born November 6, 1950 in Lake Charles, LA to Gloria and Albert A. Thornton of Lake Charles, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents and her stepfather, Robert Wilson of Vinton, LA.
Mary graduated from...
Ollie Mcnabb, Jr.
Sep 16, 2022
Ollie McNabb, Jr., 88, of Moss Bluff passed away at 11:31 PM Friday, September 16, 2022 in a local healthcare facility, surrounded by the love of his family.
Mr. McNabb was born and raised in Columbia, MS. He was a graduate of Hub Central Mississippi High School where he was an all-star basketball player. He began his career in the...
Bruce Jacob Fix
Sep 15, 2022
Bruce Jacob Fix, 84, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away at 1:20 AM on Thursday, September 15, 2022 in a local care facility.
Mr. Fix was born January 4, 1938 in Mobridge, SD. Throughout his life, he has lived in South Dakota, California, North Carolina, Virginia, Minnesota, and has called Lake Charles his home since 2004. He entered the National...
Jack Rufe Davis
Sep 15, 2022
Jack Davis was born July 10, 1929 in Grandfield, Ok. His parents were Ernest Hayes Davis and Velma Irene Creighton Davis.
He grew up in West Texas where his father worked in the oil field. He graduated from Monahans High School. Following high school he worked for the Texas & Pacific Railroad until he joined the United States Navy in...
Amanda Danielle Olivier
Sep 14, 2022
Amanda Danielle LeBleu Olivier, 38, passed from this world on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. At her request no service will be held.
Amanda was born February 5, 1984, in Lake Charles, LA.
She is survived by her husband, Jared Olivier; her daughters, Alyssa and Abby; her mother, Rita Mistrell; her father, Tracy LeBleu; sisters, Teresa Williams (Matt), and Kari Deshotel...
Paul Lee Malveaux
Sep 14, 2022
Paul Lee Malveaux, 91, of Lake Charles passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022 in a local hospital.
Mr. Malveaux was born in Grand Prairie and raised the area of Lebeau, LA and has lived most of his life in Lake Charles. He retired and Engineer in the Oil and Gas industry. He enjoyed fishing, boating and camping and loved traveling...
J. Annie Boudreaux
Sep 14, 2022
Annie Boudreaux passed away on September 14, 2022 in the comfort of her home. She was born on June 17, 1929 to George and Altia Boudreaux in Vinton, LA.
Annie was an avid bowler until the age of 90. She loved to travel. She served for many years as a volunteer in the Christus St. Patrick Hospital Gift Shop and...
Sharon Young
Sep 13, 2022
Sharon Lynne Young, 77, of Lake Charles, LA, went to be with her Savior at 12:05 AM on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 in a local care facility.
Mrs. Young was born December 3, 1944 in Beaumont, TX and was a 1963 graduate of DeRidder High School. She continued living in DeRidder until moving to Lake Charles in 1985. She worked...
Valerie Amelia Smith
Sep 12, 2022
Valerie Amelia Smith was the only child born to the late Edgar J. and Mildred Louapre. She was born in New Orleans, LA on August 31, 1928.
At the early age of 16, Valerie began attending Louisiana State University at the same time as many men were returning from active duty after the end of World War II. She often...
Linda Gayle Laxson
Sep 12, 2022
Linda Gayle Laxson, 73, of Sulphur passed away on September 12, 2022, in the comfort of her home. Linda enjoyed yard work, and cleaning. Linda loved her family and her friends.
Linda is survived by her daughter, Bridget Thomas and husband, Randy; four grandchildren, Jacque Dupre, Shad Thomas, Blake Thomas, and Zach Thomas; five great grandchildren, Abrien Dupre, Shealynn...
