Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Walter Wayne Hanna
Feb 25, 2022
Walter Wayne Hanna, born in Hackberry, La, son of the late Woodford Worth and Maggie Elethia (Hebert) Hanna, passed away surrounded by his family, on Friday, February 25, 2022, at the age of 80. Walter retired from Lyondell Basell after 37 years of service. In his spare time, he was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending time at his camp...
Raymond Milton Arsement Sr
Feb 24, 2022
Iowa - Raymond Milton Arsement, born in Lake Charles on April 14, 1936, son of the late Volcar “June” and Rosalie (Richard) Arsement, passed away in the SW Louisiana Veterans Home on February 24, 2022, at the age of 85. He served our country in the U. S. Army and retired in 1979 as 1st Sgt. His tours included Germany,...
Robert Frensley
Feb 23, 2022
Robert Frensley passed away on February 23, 2022. He was born May 26, 1942, to Charles R. Frensley and Jeanne Marie Durand Frensley in Shreveport, Louisiana. The family later moved to Sulphur and Lake Charles.
He was predeceased by his parents; brother Charles Frensley Jr.; sisters, Michele Noble, Charlene Prudhomme, and Jeanne Marie Higginbotham; a stepson, Gary Fontenot Jr.
He...
Lillian Kate Hickman
Feb 22, 2022
Baby Lillian Kate Hickman, infant daughter of Matthew and Laken Snider Hickman, entered Heaven on Tuesday, February 22, 2022.
She is survived by her parents, Matthew and Laken of Moss Bluff; maternal grandparents, David and Angelia Snider of Lake Charles; paternal grandparents, Donald and Melanie Hickman of DeRidder; maternal great grandparents, Don and Sherry Snider and Harry and Bonnie Sommers...
Jim Lancaster
Feb 22, 2022
“My flesh and my heart fail; but God is the strength of my heart and my rock forever.” Psalm 73:26
James Carman “Jim” Lancaster was born on October 7, 1935 in Moss Bluff, LA, and grew up in Lake Charles, LA, later returning to Moss Bluff. Jim was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February...
Angie Ann Ragusa Cates
Feb 21, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family of Angie Ann Ragusa Cates announces her unexpected passing on Monday, February 21, 2022, at 82 years of age. Â
Angie is survived by her devoted husband, L. R. Cates, to whom she was married on June 17, 1957; a daughter and son-in-law, Tammy Jo Turner and Bruce Gibson Turner, Brookeland, TX;...
Nelvia Jean George
Feb 20, 2022
Nelvia Jean Horton George, 90, of Lake Charles passed away Sunday, February 20, 2022 in a local healthcare facility.
Mrs. George was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles, born December 28, 1931. She was a graduate of LaGrange Senior High School where she was a member of the choir and continued her love of singing as a member of her...
Margie Conner Savoie
Feb 19, 2022
Margie Conner Savoie, the loving center of her family and gracious friend to all, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at the age of 89.
Margie was born on March 1, 1932, in Lake Arthur, Louisiana, to Arthmond and Alice Conner. On April 19, 1952, she married the love of her life, Harold Savoie,...
Sheryl Lebleu Swift
Feb 19, 2022
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Sheryl LeBleu Swift was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed to eternal rest on February 19, 2022 at the age of 75 in the presence of her two loving daughters, Sarah and Michelle.
Sheryl was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on December 7, 1946, and her blood ran deep with Southwest Louisiana history. Her lineage included...
Lola Irene Stelly
Feb 19, 2022
Lola Irene Stelly of Grand Chenier, born August 30, 1950 in Winnie, Texas to Jess and Gertrude Mahon, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at the age of 71. She loved her family. Lola also loved to crochet, read, and collecting jewelry. Lola is survived by her daughter, Karen (Don) Barker of Burnsville, WV; sons, Cody...
Sara Mae Richard
Feb 19, 2022
Sara Mae Richard, 80, passed away on February 19, 2022, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family. Sara was born on May 13, 1941, to Cleven and Corine Manuel.
Sara was an avid reader. She loved working in her flower beds. Sara retired after 20 years with the Calcasieu Parish School Board working as the cafeteria...
Blake Hayden Reed
Feb 18, 2022
Blake Hayden Reed, born in Lake Charles on January 8, 1997, passed away in Houston, Texas on Friday, February 18, 2022, at the age of 25. Blake attended school in Iowa, Louisiana and Deer Park, Texas. He was a collector, enjoyed playing video games, and most of all, being with his friends. He is preceded in death by his grandmother,...
Elaine Helen Young
Feb 17, 2022
Elaine Helen Young, 73, passed away on February 17, 2022, in a local hospital.  Elaine was a lifelong resident of the Sulphur area. She enjoyed watching TV and being with her family and friends.
Elaine is survived by her two nephews, Dalton Trahan and Landon Fruge; and two nieces, Delilah Morgan and Misty Prudhomme. Â She was preceded in death by...
Ltc Donald M. Byers
Feb 17, 2022
LTC Donald Murill Byers, 90, of Lake Charles passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at a local care center with his family at his side.
 LTC Byers began his military career in 1950 following graduation from high school. At the age of 16, he enlisted in the United States Army as a recruit. Upon completion of basic...
Wilson Arabie
Feb 17, 2022
Wilson Arabie went to meet his Lord and Savior on February 17, 2022, in Houma, Louisiana. Wilson was born on July 16, 1930, to Melvil and Agate Arabie in Vinton, La. Wilson was a resident of Moss Bluff, La. most of his life. In November 1948 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and was a Veteran of the...
Patsy L. Lacy
Feb 16, 2022
Patsy 'Pat' Lacy, Minister of the Gospel, had a glorious day Wednesday, February 16th,2022. For this was the day her Heavenly Father gave her a Homecoming Celebration like no other!
She was reunited with the loved ones which went before her. Parents Alonso & Nettie McVay and Brothers Denzel, Billy, Donnie & Lonnie Gene McVay.
She will be sorely missed...
Fleta Mayes
Feb 16, 2022
On February 16, 2022, Fleta Ann Duhon Mayes returned home to be with Jesus and Our Blessed Mother Mary. In the early morning hours, heaven experienced a joyful family reunion as Fleta was greeted at the Pearly Gates by her parents, Gibbs and Hester (Vincent) Duhon; her sisters: Willie (Noots) Redich, Doris (Reese) Parker, Lorraine (George) Veron, Dolores (E.P.) O’Malley;...
Eunice Trahan Guidry
Feb 16, 2022
Eunice Trahan Guidry, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2022, surrounded by her family, at the age of 90. Eunice was the daughter of the late Ozime and Levina LaBove (Trahan). She got married at the young age of 15 to the love of her life, Danis Guidry and they were together for 71 years....
Louann Benoit
Feb 16, 2022
LouAnn Benoit, born in New Orleans on August 21, 1935, daughter of the late Roy Hyatt, and Barbara Bean, passed away February 16, 2022 at the age of 86. LouAnn was an LPN, she earned her degree from Sowela Technology College. Her hobbies were going to garage sales and selling junk. Left to cherish her memories a daughter, Lana Guidry...
Winifred Mary Brawner
Feb 15, 2022
Winifred Mary Brawner was one of three children born to the late Thomas and Jane Oakley. She was born on May 9, 1924 in Grays, Essex, England.
While proudly serving her country during World War II, it was during her enlistment she met an American Solider, Herman Brawner. They exchanged vows on July 6, 1944 and together welcomed four children.
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