Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Arlos Gene Bennett, Sr.
Nov 17, 2020
Memorial service for Arlos Gene Bennett Sr. will be held November 30, 2020 at 1 pm at Burr Ferry Pentecostal Church. Brother Roger Herrington and Brother Ricky Wead will be officiating.
Arlos Bennett Sr. was born January 28, 1956 in Beaumont, TX, and passed from this life on November 17, 2020 in Lake Charles, LA.
He is preceded in death...
Darrel "Bee" Ancelet
Nov 17, 2020
Darrel R. “Bee” Ancelet, 81, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2020 in a local hospital surrounded by his loved ones.
Bee was born to Elnora O’Quain Ancelet and Theo Ancelet, Sr. on December 20, 1938. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a carpenter for Cit-Con Refinery for over 18 years and later retired from...
Joseph Doward Brignac
Nov 17, 2020
Iowa - Joseph Doward Brignac, a devoted husband, dad and grandfather died on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at the age of 83. He was born on November 16, 1937 in Mamou, the son of the late Eluide and Hazel (Fontenot) Brignac. He joined the United States Navy during the Korean war and served on the heavy cruiser, U. S. S....
Regina Ann Guillory
Nov 16, 2020
Regina Ann Ogea Guillory, 61, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away at 5:58 AM on Monday, November 16, 2020 in her residence.
Mrs. Guillory was born November 30, 1958 in Eunice, LA and lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She attended Barbe High School and received her LPN degree from Sowela Technical School. She had a love for...
Richard Holl
Nov 16, 2020
On Monday, November 16, 2020, Richard B. Holl, loving husband, father and grandfather passed away at the age of 66. Rick was born on November 23, 1953 in China Lake, California to Joe and Irene Holl.
On April 28, 1973 he married Nancy and they had one daughter, Sunnie. During his 40 year career he worked with Military Aircraft, notably...
Norman Zwak
Nov 16, 2020
Norman Jack Zwak, 86, passed away November 16, 2020 in a local hospital. A Oregon native, he has lived in Louisiana for over 20 years, many of those years in Vinton. He trained race horses and worked cattle. Friends describe Norman as "an old school gentleman, honest and dependable."
He is survived by four daughters, Barbara Anderson and husband,...
Norman Zwak
Nov 16, 2020
Norman Jack Zwak, 86, passed away November 16, 2020 in a local hospital. A Oregon native, he has lived in Louisiana for over 20 years, many of those years in Vinton. He trained race horses and worked cattle. Friends describe Norman as "an old school gentleman, honest and dependable."
He is survived by four daughters, Barbara Anderson and husband,...
Gertrude Corbello
Nov 16, 2020
Gertrude T. Corbello, 91 of Lake Charles, LA was welcomed into Heaven Monday, November 16, 2020 by her husband Paul E. Corbello and her parents Leo and Julia Ewing.
Gertrude was born on June 28, 1929 in Lake Charles, LA and attended St. Charles Catholic Academy. She was a proud mother to her two daughters; she worked at Volpes, Mullers...
Geraldine Begnaud
Nov 15, 2020
Geraldine Begnaud, born on August 29, 1933, daughter of the late Alcee and Blanche (Richard) Boudreaux, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020, at the age of 87. She was a resident of the Lake Charles area for 48 years. Geraldine attended Lawtell High and worked as a hairdresser. She attended St. Joseph Mission Chapel in LeBleu Settlement. She is preceded...
Burchman Shuff
Nov 15, 2020
Burchman Shuff, 77, of Lake Charles, LA, died on Sunday, November 15, 2020 in a local care facility.
Mr. Shuff was born February 9, 1943 and raised in Soileau, LA. He was a graduate of Oberlin High School and served his country in the U.S. Army, where he was a paratrooper. Mr. Shuff worked as a mechanic at Radford Buick,...
Floyd M. "Buddy" Ellis
Nov 14, 2020
Floyd M. “Buddy” Ellis, 92, passed away at his home in Westlake, Louisiana on November 14, 2020, surrounded by his family.
Floyd was born in Rankin, Texas on December 5, 1927 to Marion and Floyd M. Ellis. He grew up in Wink, Texas and played football for the Wink Wildcats. After graduation he joined the U. S. Army and...
David Franklin Tilbury
Nov 13, 2020
David Franklin Tilbury, 87, of Lake Charles passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 in a Mandeville, LA care facility.
Mr. Tilbury was born on October 27, 1933 in Trinidad, British West Indies. He moved to Lake Charles at a young age and resided here for all his life. Mr. Tilbury graduated from LaGrange High School in 1954 and furthered...
Joseph "Joe" Soirez
Nov 13, 2020
Joseph R “Joe” Soirez, 87, of Hackberry, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 in his residence. He was a native of Abbeville, LA. Joe was a retired electrician. After retiring, he became a commercial fisherman.
Joe is survived by his wife, Sadie Benoit Soirez; three daughters, Lois Soirez, Kattie Toups and husband, Terry of Hackberry and Donna “Sissy”...
Richard Edward Pultz
Nov 12, 2020
Iowa – Richard Edward Pultz, born April 25, 1957, son of the late Harold Lewis Pultz and Francis Marie Hogoboon Pultz, passed away Thursday, November 12, 2020, at the age of 63. Richard was a graduate of Iowa High School. He enjoyed being with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; spouse, Ramona Pultz; siblings,...
Howard James Krock
Nov 12, 2020
Howard James Krock, 62, of Iowa, LA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2020 in a hospital in Lafayette, LA.
Howard was born May 4, 1958 in Okinawa, Japan. He grew up in Cary, IL where he was a 1978 graduate of Cary Grove High School. Howard moved from the Midwest, living in Pennsylvania for a several years before...
John "J.M." Thom, Jr.
Nov 12, 2020
John Maurice Thom, Jr. (J.M.), 85, of Lake Charles, LA passed into eternal life on Thursday, November 12, 2020 surrounded by his family.J.M. was born to John Thom Sr. and wife, Jeanette, on October 21, 1935. He was a 1953 graduate of LaGrange High School. He attended McNeese State University and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education in 1959....
Luann Lynn Wallace
Nov 12, 2020
Luann Lynn Wallace, 60, of Lake Charles passed away, Thursday, November 12, 2020 in a local hospital.
Ms. Wallace was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. She attended Barbe High School where she ran track. She began her career as a Casino dealer with Harrah’s Casino in the mid 90’s and has worked many tables dealing various games. Luann was...
Donna Sue Eskind
Nov 12, 2020
Donna Sue Eskind, 64, of Lake Charles passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 in a New Orleans hospital.
Donna was born on April 2, 1956 in Lake Charles where she was a lifelong resident and attended Barbe High School. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Donna spent a lot of her time volunteering...
Velma Rogers
Nov 11, 2020
Velma Theresa Rogers, 93, of Sulphur was called to her reward in Heaven Thursday, November 11, 2020. Velma was of Pentecostal faith and read her Bible daily. She loved her Lord and Savior and wanted to help others find their way to God. Velma often witness to others and would remind them to “Make Heaven your home.” Velma was loved...
Terry Bankens
Nov 10, 2020
John Terrall “Terry” Bankens departed this life on November 10, 2020 to spend eternity with his Savior. He was known for his warm smile, fun-loving nature, generous heart, strong faith, and family devotion. Terry was an encourager who helped others believe in themselves and left a legacy of authentic love.
He was born on October 15, 1954 in Lake Charles,...
