Local Obituaries

Derenda Sandifer Grubb

Oct 22, 2024

Derenda J. Sandifer Grubb passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family following a short illness on October 22, 2024. She was born July 29, 1946, in Alexandria, LA to Mary Dick Sandifer & James Washington (J W) Sandifer. She and her family lived in Hilly, LA (Just North of Ruston,LA) until her marriage to John Grubb in 1962....

Earline M. Labit

Oct 22, 2024

In loving memory of Earline M. Labit, a devoted wife of 60 years, mother, grandmother, and dear friend, who peacefully passed away on October 22, 2024. She was born on February 8, 1942, in Abbeville, LA, to Lernis Miguez, Sr. and Helena Mire Miguez.

She will always be remembered for her love of cooking (especially eggrolls and elephant ears),...

Darryl Norwin Mayeux

Oct 20, 2024

Darryl Norwin Mayeux, 85, of Lake Charles passed away at 11:24 PM on Sunday, October 20, 2024 in a local care facility.

Mr. Mayeux was born on August 24, 1939, in Ville Platte, LA, and spent much of his early life in the area before moving to Lake Charles. After graduating from Landry High School, he began working for his family...

Marjorie Louise Hebert

Oct 20, 2024

Marjorie Louise Hebert, 91, of Lake Charles, passed away early Sunday morning, October 20, 2024, at her residence with members of her loving family by her side. A native and lifelong resident of Lake Charles, Marjorie was born on June 20, 1933, to Ashton and Effie Mae Elmer.

Marjorie loved and embraced all that her Cajun heritage had to offer. She...

Melba Yantis

Oct 20, 2024

Melba Jean Hebert Yantis

Melba Jean Hebert Yantis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, died peacefully from dementia at 1:47 PM on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at Camelot Brookside after living there for 3 1/5 years at the age of 85.

Mrs. Yantis was born on February 1, 1939 in Lake Charles where she resided all...

Marlene Richard

Oct 19, 2024

Marlene Richard ,79, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024 surrounded by family. She was born September 26, 1945 to Bertha Holden and Aaron Marshall Prather.

Marlene was a manager of Villa Maria where she loved taking care of people. She enjoyed listening to music and dancing. Marlene loved watching movies and going to the theatres with her family.

Those left to cherish...

Paula Annette Grice

Oct 17, 2024

On Oct 17, 2024, Paula A Hicks Grice 66, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born January 18th, 1958. She was strong and courageous. Growing up, riding in rodeos was her life. She won several buckles and titles. She loved her horses with everything she had and her little dog too. 

She was a T-shirt...

Patricia "Pat" Trimble

Oct 17, 2024

Patricia "Pat" Gail Trimble passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024, in a local healthcare facility. Pat was born September 28, 1955, in Port Arthur, TX, where she was raised and educated. She was a 1974 graduate of Bishop Byrne High School. She lived many years in Groves, TX, and in 2008 moved to Lake Charles. This community has remained her...

Larry Worack

Oct 17, 2024

Larry David Worack, 74, of Sulphur, died on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at a local hospital with his family at his side.

Larry was a native of Enterprise, Alabama and a longtime resident of the Lake Area. He loved learning history and the Spanish language, camping, telling stories and making others laugh. He loved his time in Destin with family, but...

Terry Lynn Brewer, Jr.

Oct 16, 2024

Terry Lynn Brewer, Jr., 42, passed away on October 16, 2024 in Houston, Tx. Terry was born on November 3, 1982 in Lake Charles, LA to Terry Brewer, Sr. and Darlene Marie Ortego.

Terry enjoyed walking and talking with people. He had a big heart, was generous and would give his last dollar away to someone in need.

He is survived by...

Odell Paul Lavigne, Sr.

Oct 16, 2024

Mr. Odell Paul Lavigne Sr., 75, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at his home, surrounded by the loving care of his beautiful wife, Linda.

Odell was a devoted husband, father, and a proud Vietnam veteran. He graduated from James Stevens High School in Ville Platte, LA, and retired from Solari Marble Works after many years of employment....

Weston G. "Wes" Trahan

Oct 16, 2024

Weston Gabriel “Wes” Trahan, 86, of Lake Charles passed away at 7:53 AM on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 in his residence.

Mr. Trahan was born in Kaplan on January 16, 1938. He attended Kaplan High School until moving to Lake Charles in 1955 where he attended LaGrange High School. Mr. Trahan dedicated 27 years of his life to the automotive industry,...

James R. Cumbie

Oct 15, 2024

James Roy "Jim" Cumbie, 72, peacefully passed away at his residence in Lake Charles, LA, on October 15, 2024. He was born on August 8, 1952, in Pensacola, FL, to William Cumbie and Louise Garrett Stenbeck.

Jim spent his formative years in Florida, where he developed a deep appreciation for the beach and various watersports. In the mid-1980s, he relocated to...

Larry Landry

Oct 15, 2024

Kenneth Larry Landry, 82, of Lake Charles passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024 in the comfort of his home.

Larry was born September 06, 1942 to Henry Lester Landry and Gertrude Henson Landry in Lake Charles where he lived most of his life. He was a graduate of LaGrange Senior High School where he played football and was a member of...

Willie Jean Lambert

Oct 15, 2024

Mrs. Willie Jean "Titter" Lambert, 81, of LeBleu Settlement passed away on Tuesday, October 15,2024, with her family by her side. She was a 1962 graduate of Marion High School. Titter worked at Mullers Department Store for 22 years and then for Sam's Club for 21 years before finally retiring. She loved watching John Wayne and listening to George Strait....

Wyatt Lee Duhon

Oct 15, 2024

Wyatt Lee Duhon, 14, went to be with the Lord on October 15, 2024.

Wyatt was born on February 3, 2010 in Lake Charles, LA to Frank Duhon, Jr. and Stephanie Sturdivant Duhon. He had an amazing sense of humor, bright smile and contagious laughter. He was endlessly adored by his family and friends. He enjoyed swimming, practicing his driving, spending...

Betty Trahan

Oct 14, 2024

Betty Louise Cooper Trahan died peacefully October 14 with her two daughters by her side after a long battle with dementia. She was born February 19, 1938 in Tullos LA to Walter and Myrtle Cooper. She grew up in Jennings and moved to Lake Charles as a young bride and raised her four children. She loved her children and successfully...

Bette Cooley

Oct 14, 2024

Bette Jeanne Cooley, 81, of Lake Charles, passed away Monday, October 14, 2024, at her residence with her loving family by her side. Bette was born on August 9, 1943, in DeRidder, LA. to Winfred and Ezora Callaway.

Bette enjoyed the simple life, but she was far from simple. She held a master’s degree plus 30 in Education and used her...

Reid Michael Briggs

Oct 14, 2024

Reid Michael Briggs, 11, of Sulphur, LA passed away on October 14, 2024. Reid was born on October 14, 2013, in Lake Charles, LA to Korey and Jordana Briggs. 

 Reid was a passionate baseball player with Tornado Athletics, where he thrived on the field and made lasting memories with his teammates. He was also a nominee for Student of the Year...

Linda "Ninna" Davis

Oct 14, 2024

Linda Earl Davis, born on November 16, 1933, in Athens, Alabama, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2024. Raised in a close-knit community, Linda grew into a remarkable woman whose strength, independence, and love for others left a lasting impact on everyone she met.

As a young woman, Linda enlisted in the Navy WAVES, proudly serving her country and playing...