Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Gertrude Castille
Nov 8, 2017
Gertrude “Trudi” Miller Castille, 83, died Wednesday, November 8, 2017 in her residence following a lengthy illness, with her loving family at her side.
Born to Alexander and Eva Lavergne Miller in Lawtell, Louisiana, Mrs. Castille moved to Lake Charles in 1966. Along with her husband, she owned and operated A-OK Motor Parts for 22 years. She was...
Robert Lane "Bobby" Reeves
Nov 6, 2017
“Weep if you must but not for long, parting is hell but life goes on”
Robert Lane Reeves, or if you were a friend, “Bobby”, 71, of Lake Charles “rock & rolled” to his next greatest adventure, Monday, November 6, 2017 from the comfort of his home.
Bobby was born in Lake Charles on January 17, 1946....
Ethel Rossett
Nov 6, 2017
Ethel Rossett, 67, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2017 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. Ethel was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. In her younger days, she loved to barrel race horses. Ethel loved to cut up and have fun. She never met a stranger and she was very giving and loved to help anyone. ...
Dorothy Jean Stroud
Nov 6, 2017
Dorothy Veillon Stroud entered into eternal rest on the morning of Monday, November 6, 2017 with her husband and daughter at her side. She courageously battled pancreatic cancer for nine months. Dorothy was born in Ville Platte, Louisiana on October 12, 1940 to Wilson and Fabiola Veillon. She was a member of St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church.
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Kathleen Fay Cradeur
Nov 5, 2017
Kathleen Fay Sarvaunt Cradeur, 93, of Lake Charles, LA, died at 7:22 PM on Sunday, November 5, 2017 in her residence.
Mrs. Cradeur was born September 14, 1924 in Lake Charles, LA, where she was a life-long resident. She attended Central School and Lake Charles High School and was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church. She was a...
Kyler Ray Vincent Dydasco
Nov 4, 2017
Kyler Ray Vincent Dydasco, 2, gained his angel wings on Saturday, November 4, 2017. Kyler is survived by his dad, Tyler Dydasco and his mom, Ashley Dydasco; siblings, Ashlynn, Mia and Trey Dydasco and Logan Dill; paternal grandparents, Vernice and Gus Deville of Hackberry; maternal grandmother, Tulushia Parsons of Sulphur; paternal great grandparents, Billy and Billie Vincent of Missouri; maternal...
Lillie Trahan
Nov 4, 2017
Lillie Jean Trahan, 65, of Johnson Bayou passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at a local hospital. Lillie loved to spend time with her grandchildren, friends and family. She loved to read her bible and play on her phone.
Lillie is survived by her children, Richard Koppie and companion, Tonya Jinks and Bonita Stanley and her husband,...
Melva Leger Lebleu
Nov 4, 2017
Melva Leger LeBleu, 93, of Lake Charles passed away at 2:35 PM on Saturday, November 4, 2017 in her residence.
Mrs. LeBleu was born on October 21, 1924 in Elton, LA and lived in Lake Charles all of her life. She attended Welsh High School. Mrs. LeBleu was a homemaker who enjoyed spending time as a seamstress, cake decorator...
Richard Bradley Ell
Nov 3, 2017
Richard Bradley Ell, 61, of Moss Bluff left this earth on November 3, 2017
Those left behind to miss him are his wife, Karen Midkiff-Ell; mother, Joan Ell; sister, Sandi Lown and husband Jim and their three children; brother, Gary Ell and wife Debra; children, Toby and Tara and their spouses; four grandchildren.
As to Richard’s wishes,...
Nina Neely Brock
Nov 2, 2017
Nina Hue Neely Brock, 76, of Lake Charles passed away Thursday, November 2, 2017 in the comfort of her home, built by her father for her mother in 1963. She was surrounded by many loved ones.
Mrs. Brock was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. She was a graduate of LaGrange High School where she was a...
James R. Waguespack
Nov 2, 2017
Surrounded by his family, James Ronald Waguespack, 78, of Lake Charles, passed away Thursday November 2, 2017 in a local hospital following a brief illness.
James was a native of New Iberia, where he was raised and educated. Following high school graduation, he joined the United States Navy, where he honorably served our country for five years. After his...
Katherine "Kathy" Murrell
Nov 2, 2017
Katherine “Kathy” Murrell, 61, of Sulphur passed away on November 2, 2017 in her residence. Kathy worked as a nurse at Cal-Cam Hospital and also as a hospice nurse. She was a member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, a past member of Krewe of Cosmos, enjoyed dancing, animals, plants and laughing. Kathy loved spending time with her...
Alvin Ray James
Nov 2, 2017
On Thursday, November 2, 2017, Alvin James was granted eternal life with our Heavenly Father. Alvin was born on September 5, 1949 in Lafayette, Louisiana to Joseph and Rosalie Carriere James.
Alvin was a cross-country truck driver for 35 years and the later worked as a laborer in a number of Industrial Plants until he retired in June 2013....
Herman Sebastian Siegel
Nov 2, 2017
Herman Sebastian Siegel, 90, passed away on November 2, 2017 at his daughter’s residence.
Mr. Siegel was born on October 20, 1927 to Margaret and Frank Siegel in Michigan. He proudly served our great nation in the United States Navy during WWII. He retired from City Service after more than 30 years of service as a Process Operator. He...
Roy Anthony Goodfriend
Oct 31, 2017
Roy Anthony Goodfriend, 63, of Sulphur passed away on November 1, 2017 in his residence. He was a member of the Local 112 Insulators and Asbestos Union, and worked as an oiler on Harrah’s Casino Boat. Roy enjoyed bull riding, rodeos, fishing, watching the discovery channel and spending time with his grandbabies.
Roy is survived by his three children, Kristin...
Tommy J. Hanks
Oct 31, 2017
Tommy Joseph Hanks, 55, of Lake Charles, LA passed away on October 31, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. Tommy was born in Lake Charles to Leetel and Dorothy Broussard Hanks on April 2, 1962.
Tommy graduated from St. Louis Catholic School in 1981, and spent time working off-shore in the oil industry. Tommy was a very active member...
James Colen "Jim" Way
Oct 31, 2017
James “Jim” Colen Way of Lake Charles, LA, died peacefully at his home, Tuesday, October 31, 2017. He was 75.
Mr. Way is survived by his wife of 52 years, Martha Sue Way (nee Oliver), of Lake Charles, LA; two sons, David Oliver Way (Missy) of Lafayette, and Kevin Paul Way (Aleece) of Alexandria; four grandchildren, James Anthony...
Dorothy Jane Gallaugher
Oct 31, 2017
Dorothy (“Dot”) Aberle Gallaugher, 90, beloved wife of Patrick “Pat” Gallaugher, passed away in a local hospital after a brief illness on Tuesday, October 31, 2017, with her family by her side.
Dot was preceded in death by her parents, Adolph “Arthur” Joseph Aberle and Adele Griffin Aberle, and her sister, Jean Aberle Smart. She is survived by her...
Robert "Dale" Schexnider
Oct 30, 2017
Robert “Dale” Schexnider, 69, of Lake Charles, passed away Monday October 30, 2017 at his residence with his family at his side.
Dale was born in Lake Charles on March 24, 1948 and lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a graduate of LaGrange High School and retired from St. Louis High School. Dale was quiet, patient, and...
