Local Obituaries

Galyn Montgomery

Jan 19, 2025

Galyn Seavey Montgomery, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the age of 79. A faithful Christian, Galyn was known for her unwavering love, boundless generosity, and exceptional ability to befriend everyone she met. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and a passion for life that touched the hearts of...

Shirley McDaniel

Jan 18, 2025

With the heaviest of hearts we are paying tribute to the life and memory of Shirley Faye ( Free ) McDaniel, age 61, born on the 12th day of November, 1963. She is survived by her rock, best friend, the love of her life; her husband, Jeffery "Lane" McDaniel, children- Thomas, Tessia, Barry (wife Brittany), and Tara (husband Justin), grandchildren-...

Alice Sonnier

Jan 18, 2025

Alice Joan Ogea Sonnier was born on Jan. 17, 1934, in Lake Charles, La. Died on Jan. 18, 2025, at the age of 91. She is preceded in death by her two sons Mathew and Gregory Sonnier and her daughter, Mary Christina Sonnier. She is survived by her husband of 67 years C.P. (Buddy) Sonnier, son Timothy with his wife...

Mary Catherine Arabie

Jan 18, 2025

Mary Catherine Richard Arabie, 77, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025. Born on June 30, 1947, Mary was a vibrant, fiery Cajun woman with a heart of gold who lived a life full of love, devotion, and unforgettable charm.

A proud native of Church Point, Louisiana, Cathy was known for her fun-loving and excitable personality. She was verbally expressive and...

Michael Odom

Jan 17, 2025

Michael Lee Odom, 49, of Lake Charles, passed away at his home on January 17, 2025. Born on September 16th, 1975, to Kenneth Sr. and Sylvia Odom, Michael was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles.

After graduating from LaGrange High School, Michael began his career as an engineer at KPLC-TV before transitioning to a career in sales across...

Brenda Gale Holbrook Hogan

Jan 17, 2025

Brenda Gale Holbrook Hogan, 63, of Lake Charles, was welcomed into heaven at 2:57 AM on Friday, January 17, 2025, in a local hospice facility.

Brenda was born on January 31, 1961, in Lake Charles where she was a lifelong resident and a graduate of Barbe High School. She furthered her education, receiving a business degree from Delta Technical...

Gloria Bello

Jan 14, 2025

Gloria Elaine Bello passed away, Tuesday, January 14, 2025, in Lake Charles at a local hospice facility. Gloria was born on April 20, 1941, in Washington D.C. The family moved to Bethesda, MD in 1950, where she graduated from Bethesda Chevy Chase High School in 1959 and the University of Maryland in 1964.

Gloria worked as a flight attendant in...

Allen "Keith" Hebert

Jan 13, 2025

Allen "Keith" Hebert, 65, of Humble, Texas passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025.

 Keith was born in Jennings, Louisiana, to Allen Joseph Hebert and Norma Jean Broussard Hebert. Keith was a proud graduate of Olathe High School. He spent much of his life as a successful realtor, building lasting relationships through his work and his easygoing, friendly nature. 

Above all, Keith...

Diane Denison

Jan 12, 2025

Margaret Diane Denison

Margaret Diane Denison, affectionately known as Diane by her family and friends and "DD" by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren of Sulphur, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025. Her love for her family was the cornerstone of her life, and those she held dear will forever cherish her memory.

Diane was born on January 6, 1935,...

Andrew Allen Kitchens

Jan 12, 2025

Andrew Allen Kitchens, 37, of Sulphur passed away Sunday, January 12. He was a 2005 graduate of Sulphur High School. He earned national certification as a Crane Operator and put his skills to work at facilities across Louisiana and Texas for companies including Maxim Crane Works, Turner Industries, and most recently, Sarens USA. He was a member of Local 406...

Larry Bruce Spell

Jan 12, 2025

Larry Bruce Spell, 86, of Sulphur, LA passed away on January 12, 2025. Bruce was born on November 29, 1938, in Indian Bayou, LA to Bruce "Blue" and Shirley Spell. Bruce enjoyed being outdoors hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed traveling, camping on the river, and riding in the golf cart with family. Bruce worked for Alcoa for 35 years...

Philip Blair

Jan 11, 2025

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Philip Alexander Blair, 74, of Lake Charles. Phil passed away peacefully at home on January 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on August 27, 1950, Phil was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles and a proud graduate of LaGrange High School, Class of 1969. His career in...

Ray LeDoux

Jan 10, 2025

Ray E. LeDoux, 75, passed away on January 10, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was born on October 4, 1949, in Lake Charles to Elven and Amy Castille LeDoux.

Ray was a joyful presence in the lives of all who knew him. He dedicated many years to coaching baseball, sharing his love for the sport and inspiring young athletes....

Michael Cline

Jan 10, 2025

Michael Lee Cline, 75, a lifelong resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in his home on January 10, 2025, with his wife by his side.

In 2022, Michael, after his diagnosis of osteosarcoma in the tibia, fought everyday with great determination. He accepted the journey on which God had placed him. Michael knew that prayers on his behalf helped...

Anna "Mawmaw Chubby" Richards

Jan 9, 2025

Anna "Mawmaw Chubby" Richards, 85, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 24, 1939, in Sudetenland, Germany. Anna lived a life full of love, family, and devotion.

It was in Hanau that Anna met the love of her life while he was stationed there with the U.S. Army. Together, they built a...

Ronald Wayne Greenman

Jan 8, 2025

It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Ronny Greenman, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Ronny was born on November 26, 1953, in Crowley, Louisiana, and departed this world on January 8, 2025, surrounded by family. He was 71 years old.

Ronny was proceeded in death by father, William "Cotton" Greenman, mother Hilda, niece, Melissa Greenman,...

Nguyễn Văn Toàn

Jan 8, 2025

Nguyen Van Toan, 64, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on January 8, 2025. He was born on October 1, 1960, in Phan Thiet, Vietnam, to Nguyen Thi Hanh and Nguyen Van Huy.

A man of deep faith, Nguyen Van Toan built his life on his unwavering trust in God. His devotion was evident in everything he did and served as...

Troy Kent Derouen

Jan 7, 2025

Troy Kent Derouen, 63, passed away at his home on January 7, 2025. Born and raised in Lake Charles, LA on July 28, 1961 to Wilbert "T-Boy" Derouen and Virgie Marcantel Derouen.

A graduate of Barbe High School, Class of 1979, Troy worked at PPG Industries and Westlake Chemical where he worked as an operator for 33 years, ending with his...

Bonnie Rae Hawkins

Jan 7, 2025

Bonnie Rae Hawkins, born on December 28, 1938, passed away on January 7, 2025, in Sulphur, LA. Bonnie was known for her altruistic nature and caring spirit, always putting the needs of others before her own. Her intelligence and compassion left a lasting impact on all.  

Bonnie is survived by her children, Mary LeBleu, Marcus Cornell, Paul Cornell Sr. and...

Dr. Ronald Moore Lewis, Sr., MD

Jan 6, 2025

Dr. Ronald Moore Lewis, MD, 91, of Lake Charles passed away Monday, January 6, 2025, in the comfort of his home. Dr. Lewis was born September 8, 1933 in El Dorado, AR to William Colvin Lewis and Mary Catherine Hammonds Lewis where he was raised. 

He completed his Pre-Med degree in 1954 at Louisiana Tech University where he was a proud...