Local Obituaries

for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana

Susan Cheryl Andrus

Susan Cheryl Andrus

Aug 1, 2022

Susan C. Andrus of Lake Charles, Louisiana went to be with her Father in Heaven on Monday, August 1st, 2022 at the age of 73 from the comfort of her home.

She was the beloved wife of forty-four years of William “Billy” Andrus, devoted mother to Jennifer Vorhies and her husband, Philip Vorhies, and loving grandmother to Maddie and Annie...

Charles Temple

Charles Temple

Jul 31, 2022

Charles "Grub" Leonard Temple, 53, of Hackberry, LA passed away July 31, 2022, in his residence.

He was born in Sulphur, LA to Harold and Hilda Temple.  Charles proudly served in the United States Army for six years as a certified cook.  He had many hobbies which included painting, spending time outdoors on the water, fishing, and crabbing.  Charles was...

Jeffery Wade Willis

Jeffery Wade Willis

Jul 31, 2022

Jeffery Wade Willis, 57, of Sulphur, LA passed away on July 31, 2022, in a local care facility.

Jeffery was born on March 27, 1965, in Sulphur, LA to Perley and Mildred Willis. Jeff enjoyed being around family and friends the most in life and never met a stranger. He enjoyed fishing, helping people and being a plumber for most...

Lena Thibodeaux

Lena Thibodeaux

Jul 31, 2022

Lena M. Thibodeaux, born in Church Point on August 10, 1927, daughter of the late Arnold and Hermanie (Lyons) Daigle, passed away in her daughter’s residence on Sunday, July 31, 2022, at age 94. She is preceded in death by her husband, Laurent Thibodeaux, siblings, Leland Daigle, Ethel Thibodeaux, and Eura Pugh. Lena is survived by her children, Theresa Thibodeaux...

Carolyn Harper

Carolyn Harper

Jul 30, 2022

What makes a perfect mother, grandmother, wife, sister, and friend? Is it her kindness? Is it her compassion?  Is it her gentle spirit?  Is it her generosity? Is it her calmness?  Is it her firm guidance? Is it her warm embrace?  Is it her loving heart?  It is often repeated that perfection is not attainable in our human life.  Of...

Shirley Myers

Shirley Myers

Jul 30, 2022

Shirley Faye Fruge Myers, 74, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away at 10:52 AM on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at her daughter's home.

Mrs. Myers was born October 27, 1947 in Lake Charles, LA, raised on Creole Street.  She graduated from LaGrange High School in 1966.  She began her career specializing in OBGYN as a nurse with Dr. John Moffett. ...

Evelyn Hammond

Evelyn Hammond

Jul 30, 2022

Evelyn Hammond, 89, passed away on July 30, 2022, in a local hospital with her family by her side. Evelyn enjoyed gardening and flowers.  One of her favorite things to do was travel. 

Evelyn is survived by her daughters, Debbie Hammond and companion, Peter Bennett of Houma, LA and Peggy Dorsey of Groves, TX; grandchildren, Brandi Olivier and husband...

Herbert "Herb" Wayne Ledoux

Herbert "Herb" Wayne Ledoux

Jul 30, 2022

Herbert "Herb" Wayne LeDoux, born on September 6, 1943, son of the late LeRoy and Annie Mae (Morgan) LeDoux, passed away in his home surrounded by family on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at age 78. Herb was a graduate of Marion High School. He faithfully served in the U.S. Army for 2 years. During his time in the U. S....

Layne Emerson Richard

Layne Emerson Richard

Jul 29, 2022

Layne Emerson Richard, 65, of Ragley passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 29, 2022 in his residence.

Mr. Richard was born on June 21, 1957 in Lake Charles where he was raised and was a graduate of LaGrange High School.  He moved to Ragley in 1993 where he currently resided.  Mr. Richard was a skilled welder for the Pipeliners Local...

Virgil Mcdonald

Virgil Mcdonald

Jul 29, 2022

Virgil McDonald, born June 7, 1938, son of William and Pearl (McKee) McDonald, passed away July 29, 2022, at the age of 84. He is survived by his son, Randy McDonald, sister, Cella Smith; 3 grandchildren, Joshua Buxton, Joy Simpson Harmon, Brittany McDonald, and 5 great-grandchild. Virgil is preceded in death by his parents; sons, Richard and Raymond McDonald. As...

Thelma "Petie" Labove

Thelma "Petie" Labove

Jul 29, 2022

Thelma Ann “Petie” LaBove, 80 years old, passed away Friday, July 29, 2022.  She was born on May 15, 1942, to Wallace “Mike” and Cecile Faulk Moore in Bakersfield, CA.

Ms. Petie was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles.  She served as an EEG Technician at St. Patrick’s Hospital for 38 years.  After retirement from the hospital, she worked with...

Jaquetta Randle Chavarria

Jaquetta Randle Chavarria

Jul 29, 2022

Jaquetta Randle Chavarria, 40, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2022, surrounded by her family.

Jaquetta was born on January 15, 1982, in Lake Charles to Donald Shillow, Sr. and Phyllis Randle. She grew up in Lake Charles and was a graduate of McNeese State University.  She worked for Volunteers of America and later pursued her dream...

Maria Carter

Maria Carter

Jul 29, 2022

Maria Pollinger Carter, 84, of Topsy, LA, passed away peacefully at 2:13 PM on Friday, July 29, 2022 in her residence.

Mrs. Carter was born April 29, 1938 in Falkenberg, Germany to Josef and Theresia Schmidt Pollinger.  Things you might not know about Maria….She learned to speak English by watching “I Love Lucy”, her favorite color was red, her favorite...

Frank Paul Thompson

Frank Paul Thompson

Jul 28, 2022

The amazing Frank Paul Thompson, 61, a true genius, Master Craftsman Builder and Glass Artisan, superhero husband, fun loving father, silly pappy, joking friend to all, who could light up the room with joy, making everyone feel comfortable, finally took some much needed rest eternally with our loving Father in Heaven on July 28, 2022. His huge loving heart gave...

Consolacion Abad Camania

Consolacion Abad Camania

Jul 28, 2022

Consolacion Abad Camania, born in Manila, Philippines on December 29, 1927, passed away Thursday, July 28, 2022, at the age of 94. Consolacion was married to the late Zoilo C. Camania, and together they had 7 children, Remedious Abad Camania, Ricardo A. Camania (Remedios Gonzales Camania), Emiliano A. Camania (Angeles B. Camania), Angelina C. Valenzuela (Jaime Valenzuela), Jaime A. Camania...

Robert Lee Hebert, Sr.

Robert Lee Hebert, Sr.

Jul 28, 2022

Robert Lee Hebert, Sr. (79) of Grand Lake, Louisiana, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022, surrounded by family.

Robert was born on August 05, 1942 to the late Daisy Viola (Canter) and Adam Wallace Hebert in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He served in the U.S. Army (Reserves & Active Duty) Vietnam Veteran from 06/25/1960 - 05/17/1968.

During his early years...

Jennifer Hillebrandt

Jennifer Hillebrandt

Jul 27, 2022

Iowa – Jennifer Hillebrandt, born in Plain Dealing, LA on September 17, 1954, daughter of the late Carl and Susan (DeLord) Hillebrandt, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at age 67. Jennifer graduated college in Chicago, Illinois. She retired as an X-Ray technician. Jennifer attended Immaculate Conception and St. Raphael Catholic Church. Survivors are her sister, Linda Tims (Jack); nieces...

Arthur Anthony Pardo, Jr.

Arthur Anthony Pardo, Jr.

Jul 26, 2022

Arthur Anthony “Art” Pardo, Jr., 82, went home to be with the Lord on July 26, 2022 with his family by his side. 

Arthur was born in St. Louis, MO, on November 13, 1939.  In 1956 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where he proudly served his country.

On June 3, 1961, he married the love of...

Rose Marie Ducote Bordelon

Rose Marie Ducote Bordelon

Jul 26, 2022

Rose Marie Ducote Bordelon was born on September 3, 1928, in Cottonport, Louisiana. A longtime resident of Lake Charles, she died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. 

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She had the unique ability of making each person she met feel special by her kindness and...

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