Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Mural Ray Cormie, Sr.
Oct 9, 2024
Mural Ray Cormie Sr., 92, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 09, 2024, with his beloved family by his side.
Born in Maxie Louisiana, to Joseph Adam and Sarah Belle Welch Cormie on December 20,1931. He lived most of his life in Lake Charles and Deridder, Louisiana. Mural graduated from LaGrange High school in...
Charles S. Ware, Jr.
Oct 8, 2024
Charles Somerville Ware, Jr. was born on June 30, 1935 in San Antonio, Texas to Charles Somerville Ware, Sr., and Lenora Williams Ware. The Ware family remained in Texas until his father, Colonel Charles S. Ware, Sr., was appointed head of the R.O.T.C. program at McNeese State College in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Charles attended Central School and graduated from Lake Charles...
Aline Marie Estillette
Oct 8, 2024
Aline Marie Estillette, 77, passed away on October 8, 2024 in Lake Charles, LA. She was born on June 24, 1947 in Morse, LA to Telesmar Monceaux and Avelia Doucette Monceaux.
She worked at Briar Patch and Miss Ree’s Daycare, and M.J. Kaufman Elementary School as a custodian. She retired to care for her husband. She loved her animals.
Those left to...
Sondra Gay "Sonni" Bentley
Oct 8, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sonni Bentley, 71, who passed away at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8th, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. A beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, Sonni was known for her heartfelt cards, handwritten notes, and unwavering love for her family.
Sonni was born November 8, 1952. Sonni grew up in Kinder...
Robert "Bobby" Navarre
Oct 8, 2024
Robert “Bobby” Charles Navarre, 65, of Hackberry, LA passed away on October 8, 2024. Bobby was born in Sulphur, La to Cleven “JR” and Eloise Navarre.
He was a lifelong resident of Hackberry and enjoyed a lifelong career as a truck driver. He loved being outdoors and working on things. Bobby loved his grandchildren dearly and will be missed by all...
Hope Constance Sweeney
Oct 8, 2024
Hope Constance Sweeney, 60, of Sulphur, LA passed away in a local care facility surrounded by her loving family. Hope was born on August 4, 1964, in Sulphur, LA to Joseph and Rebecca Vincent. Hope loved being around family and friends the most especially the children in her life. Hope was a very nurturing person with a gentle touch that...
Vernia Benoit
Oct 8, 2024
Vernia Mae Miller Benoit, 92, passed away on October 8, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA. She was born on May 23, 1932, in Grand Chenier, LA, to Dorcelien and Eleanor Duhon Miller.
Vernia graduated from Grand Chenier High School in 1950. And, she graduated from McNeese State University in 1952 where she was honored as Homecoming Queen, and where she met...
James Ray Sonnier
Oct 7, 2024
James Ray Sonnier, 76, passed away on October 7, 2024, in the comfort of his own home following an extended and courageous battle with numerous health challenges. James (Jimmy) was born in Eunice, LA to Cleophas (Red) and Nelrine (Nellie) Sonnier on September 3,1948, and was raised in Sulphur, LA. James worked in the Oilfield for Carr Truck Service and...
Edward Lee Guillory
Oct 7, 2024
Edward Lee Guillory, 81, of Lake Charles passed away at 3:30 PM on Monday, October 7, 2024 in a local hospital.
Mr. Guillory was born on January 8, 1943 in Opelousas and was raised in Port Barre where he was a graduate of Port Barre High School. Following graduation, he joined the US Air Force and proudly served our country in...
John Jay Markham
Oct 6, 2024
John J. Markham, 90 years of age, left his Earthly home on Oct. 6, 2024. He was born May 24, 1934, in Syracuse, Kansas. He has lived in DeRidder, La since 1963. He served 32.5 years in the U.S. Army where he retired as a Command Sergeant Major. While stationed in Germany, he met Catherine O'Neil, whom he married Jan....
David "T-Bug" Rodney Welch
Oct 6, 2024
David “T-Bug” Rodney Welch, 85, of Hackberry, LA passed away on October 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. David was born in Hackberry, LA on July 14th, 1939, to Anderson and Evelyn Welch. “T-Bug” loved riding motorcycles, shooting guns and participating in poker runs for various events. He enjoyed traveling, weightlifting and being a member of the NRA as...
David Michael Chimeno "Ron Riley"
Oct 5, 2024
David Michael Chimeno, 73, of Lake Charles passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024 in a local care facility.
David was born on October 21, 1950 in Lake Charles where he lived all of his life and was a 1969 graduate of Lake Charles High School. He began his career in radio as a DJ at KLOU, where he became known...
Peggy J. Reeves
Oct 4, 2024
Mrs. Peggy Joerine Reeves, 80, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on October 4, 2024. Born on December 16, 1943, Peggy grew up in Basile, Louisiana, before moving to Lake Charles, where she became a nurse at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. It was in Lake Charles that Peggy met the love of her life, Mervin Lee Reeves. They were married...
Bradley Foreman
Oct 4, 2024
Bradley Edward Foreman, 47, passed away on October 4, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA. He was born on December 16, 1976, in Lake Charles, LA to Ralph and Susan Williams Foreman.
Brad was deeply involved in his community. He was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus and served on the Pastoral Council at the Cathedral of the...
Richard Guillory
Oct 4, 2024
Richard Glenn Guillory, 54, passed away Friday October 4, 2024. He was born July 15, 1970, to Delores Peloquin and Richard Glenn Guillory.
Richard was passionate about hunting, spending all year preparing for the season. He thrived in the great outdoors, embracing every moment in nature. Known for his warmth, he never met a stranger and welcomed everyone with open arms....
Susie Ann Miller
Oct 3, 2024
Susie Ann Miller, born on October 5, 1961, passed away peacefully at Rosewood Nursing Home on October 3, 2024. A true lover of life’s joys, Susie had a deep passion for art and found great pleasure in coloring. She was also known for her spontaneous love of dancing, especially when she heard anything fast. Above all, Susie cherished her beloved...
Gennieve "Totsie" Marie Lognion
Oct 3, 2024
Gennieve “Totsie” Marie Lognion, 95, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA. She was born on January 19, 1929, in Lake Arthur, LA, to Isaac and Zora Broussard Darbonne.
Totsie was a dedicated school bus driver, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished her family. She found joy in dancing, traveling, and maintaining her home. She...
Ronald Joseph Guillory
Oct 2, 2024
Ronald Joseph Guillory, 61, passed away on October 2, 2024 in Opelousas.
Ronald was a native and longtime resident of the Lake Charles area. He was a graduate of Lake Charles High School and, following graduation, worked for F. Miller and Sons Construction for a number of years. Ronald was a free spirited individual, who enjoyed traveling from place to place,...
Romona Wall
Oct 2, 2024
Romona Rose “Mona” Wall, 95, of Lake Charles, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at a local care facility. Mona was born in Krotz Springs, LA. on February 13, 1929, to Clint and Stella Richard.
Mona met the Love of her Life, James, at the baseball field and spent many years after that watching him coach various little league teams. They...
