Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Earsby Joseph Vidrine
Apr 9, 2020
On Thursday, April 9, 2020, Earsby Joseph Vidrine of Lake Charles, LA passed away at the age of 85.Earsby was born in Easton, LA to Cyrus and Rose (Fuselier) Vidrine. He grew up in Evangeline Parish, LA and moved to Lake Charles where he lived for 67 years as a successful Iron Worker (retired) and family man. On December 18,...
Gus William Schram, Jr.
Apr 9, 2020
Gus William Schram, Jr., resident of Lake Charles, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2020, after a recent illness. He is a loving and devoted man of faith, who is an incredible role model for his many descendants. Gus is exceptionally intelligent and is a wise, insightful teacher, mentor and leader for his family, friends, associates and his many clients. ...
Beryl "Bobbie" Lee
Apr 9, 2020
Beryl Marie Lee, 71, of Lake Charles, LA, died at 9:13 AM on Thursday, April 9, 2020 in a local care facility.
Ms. Lee was born November 21, 1948 in Lafayette, LA. She was raised in Ville Platte, LA, where she graduated high school. During her younger years, she worked as a beautician and later as a certified nurse in...
Charles Allen Muery
Apr 8, 2020
Charles Allen Muery, 78, of Sulphur, Louisiana passed away on April 8, 2020, in his home with his wife holding his hand.
He was born to Sam and Leona Muery on August 28, 1941 in Bellville, Texas. Charles graduated from Bellville High School and received his degree in Chemical Engineering from Texas Tech University in 1963. He married Nancy Marie...
Karen Landry Fontenot
Apr 8, 2020
Karen Jean Landry Fontenot, 63, of Lake Charles passed away the evening of Wednesday, April 08, 2020 in her residence.
Born in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Robert Joseph Landry, Jr. and Betty Lou Bucklin Landry, Mrs. Fontenot was reared in Jennings. She was a 1975 graduate of Jennings High School, where she played clarinet in the band and sang in...
Alice Phelps Williams
Apr 8, 2020
Alice Phelps Williams
Alice Margaret Phelps Williams, 86, of Lake Charles passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 8, 2020 in a local hospital. She joined her Lord and Savior, her cherished husband Roger, and her parents, Dr. Meade Hubbard Phelps and Frances McClung Phelps.
Alice was born October 22, 1933 in Shreveport, LA. She loved to tell the story of...
Huey Cornelius Faulk
Apr 8, 2020
Huey Cornelius Faulk passed away from natural causes on April 8, 2020, at the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings, at the age of 86. Huey was born in Ebenezer, Louisiana to Cornelius N. Faulk and Fadra Rue Hoffpauir Faulk.
Huey lived a beautiful and blessed life with his wife, Helen, and their family. He loved his wife, sons, grandchildren...
Carroll E. Garner
Apr 7, 2020
Carroll “Jim” Garner, 86, passed away in his residence on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. He was born June 5, 1933 in Gainesville, Tx to Burton and Minnie Garner. He served our country honorably in the United States Navy when he entered December 2, 1952. He served aboard the U.S.S. Boxer naval ship. After serving for his 4 years, he decided...
Barbara Chapman
Apr 7, 2020
The Lord says, “I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name. When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation.” - Psalms 91:14-16 NLT
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Timothy Troy Miller
Apr 7, 2020
Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Timothy Troy Miller, a loving husband, son, father, grandfather and brother went to heaven on April 7, 2020 surrounded by his family.
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Carl E. Wood, Jr.
Apr 5, 2020
Carl E. Wood, Jr., 78, passed away in a local hospital on Sunday, April 5, 2020.
He was born on May 9, 1941 in Lake Charles, LA to Edna and Carl E. Wood, Sr.
He will be remembered as a dedicated Christian with a heart for ministry. He was a truck driver since he was 16 years old and enjoyed...
Barbara Ann Bennett
Apr 5, 2020
Barbara Ann Bennett, 77, of Sulphur, LA passed away on April 5, 2020.
Mrs. Barbara enjoyed crocheting, painting, and camping.
She is survived by her three children, Karyn Bennett, Jeff Bennett, and Steve Bennett; eight grandchildren; and one sister, Arlene White.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Cremation has been entrusted to Johnson and Robison Funeral Home.
Milton L O'Quinn, Sr.
Apr 5, 2020
Milton L. O’Quinn Sr., 92, of Sulphur, LA born March 25, 1928 was called home on Sunday April 5, 2020 at Iberia medical center. His favorite pass time was watching wrestling on TV and spending time with his close friend Elizabeth Vessey. Milton proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and worked as a cook assistant in the galley...
Mark Montie
Apr 4, 2020
Mark Montie, 63, passed away on April 4, 2020 peacefully at home surrounded by family! He was born and raised in Creole, La. He was a great athlete and played football and is a 1975 graduate of South Cameron High School.
He was a great Christian man who loved teaching and showing the love of Christ...
Shirley Lebouef
Apr 4, 2020
Shirley LeBouef, 82, of Sulphur, LA passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2020 in her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Shirley was born on June 4, 1937 in Rayne, LA to Henry and Mary Myers. Mrs. LeBouef enjoyed dancing, playing cards, and playing bingo. She loved being around family and friends and was sweet to all who knew her.
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Geraldine Self
Apr 4, 2020
Geraldine Evans Self was born in Sulphur, LA, on October 8, 1929 to Robley Merlin Evans and Pearl Daily Evans. She made it home on April 4, 2020. She trusted Jesus as her Savior at an early age and was a true Christ follower. Her life was a beautiful picture of love and service to her Lord and family, and...
Nellie M. Perrodin
Apr 3, 2020
Nellie M. Perrodin, 87, of Hackberry, LA passed away Friday, April 03, 2020 in a local care facility.
Nellie was born on September 10, 1932 to Columbus J. Little and Alice Guillot. Mrs. Perrodin enjoyed sewing, being around family and friends, and was a member of First Pentecostal Church of Sulphur.
Survivors include five children, Lynne Delon, James Cornay, Terry...
Elaine Marcantel Rion
Apr 3, 2020
Elaine “Doonie” Marcantel Rion, 88, of Lake Charles passed away at 11:15 PM on Friday, April 3, 2020 in a local hospital.
Mrs. Rion was born on October 30, 1931 in Kinder and attended Kinder High School. She moved to Lake Charles in 1947. She was a member of the Apostolic Temple Pentecostal Church. Mrs. Rion had a love for...
Joseph Thompson
Apr 2, 2020
Joseph Thompson, 60, of Lake Charles died Thursday, April 02, 2020 in the comfort of his home.
Mr. Thompson is a native of New Orleans, LA where he lived most of his life. In 2001 he made Lake Charles his home. He enjoyed playing football when he was younger. He enjoyed life and lived it! Mr. Thompson was a man...
James Watson Bennett Lewis Iii
Apr 1, 2020
Major James Bennett Lewis III, (Ret.) US Air Force Reserve, 90, died peacefully in his sleep April 1, 2020, in assisted living in Lake Charles LA.
Born July 22, 1929, in Jackson MS, Ben graduated from Utica High School and Millsaps College, then earned mathematics master degrees from Louisiana State University and University of Alabama. He taught at McNeese State...
