Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Austin Joseph Breaux
Jun 4, 2024
Austin Joseph Breaux, 92, of Lake Charles, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Cornerstone Specialty Hospital. Austin was born on July 3, 1931, to Lannye and Amy Breaux in Lake Charles. He was a longtime resident of the south Lake Charles area and resided in Black Bayou for many years.
Austin proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy...
David Francis Belaire
Jun 3, 2024
David Francis Belaire (born October 4, 1956) died on Monday, June 3, 2024 at the age of 67. A native of Loreauville, he also lived in Houma and New Iberia, LA, as well as Houston, TX. He died while in hospice care in Lake Charles. David was a pipefitter and then became a welding inspector for various oilfield companies in...
John Eddie Cormier
Jun 3, 2024
We are sad to announce the passing of our father John Eddie Cormier, a proud World War II veteran who was also very proud of his Cajun heritage. He was born in Rayne, Louisiana on November 26, 1923, and passed away at the age of 100 in Lake Charles, Louisiana on June 3, 2024. His parents were the late Verly...
Beverly "Nanny" Ann Victorian
Jun 3, 2024
Beverly Ann Victorian 66, was born in Lake Charles, LA on December 31, 1957 to Joseph Lee Victorian and Easter Mae Fontenot Victorian. Beverly passed away on June 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
She had a heart of gold, a beautiful smile, and a laugh that can light up anyone’s day! Beverly had an immense love for Sci-...
Kali Rivers Fontenot
Jun 2, 2024
Kali Rivers Fontenot, stillborn at 35 weeks gestational was taken home to heaven on Sunday, June 2nd @ 10:00am. She was a beautifully perfect angel. Innocent and loved.
Preceded in death is her father, Paul Patrick Fontenot Jr. ; grandfather John “Buddy” Ryder and grandmother, Shelia Beaugh Fontenot.
Left behind to love her are her Mother, Heather Lynnette Fry Fontenot;...
Robert E. "Robbie" Morgan
Jun 1, 2024
Robert Eugene “Robbie” Morgan, 85, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 1, 2024 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was born on July 21, 1938 in Lake Charles, to Dale and Cecelia (Guintard) Morgan. He is survived by his brothers, Harry “Pete” Morgan, Cris (Mary) Morgan, and sister-in-law, Claudette Morgan.
Those left to cherish his memory are: his five daughters with...
Robbie Talbert Gunderson
May 31, 2024
Robbie Talbert Gunderson, 78, of Lake Charles, Louisiana was born on November 6, 1945 to Iva Nell and Thomas Talbert in Center, Texas. Her family moved to Orange, Texas, where she graduated from Lutcher Stark High School. Thereafter, she moved to Houston to pursue nursing school. She graduated from Lilly Jolly School of Nursing at University of Houston at age...
Lisa Michelle Kennedy
May 31, 2024
Lisa Michelle Kennedy of Carlyss, Louisiana passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at the age of 62. She was a woman that impacted so many people’s lives with her zest for life and giving nature. Lisa was born on August 30, 1961, in 8 Mile, Alabama to Alma (Peggy) Meche and Earl Kennedy, but moved to Westlake, Louisiana when...
Shameka "Meka" Smiley
May 30, 2024
Shameka “Meka” Smiley, 40, passed away on May 30, 2024 in a local hospital.
She was born on November 8, 1983, in Lake Charles, LA to Jose Villarrenl and Jackie Williams. She was very talented. She enjoyed making crafts, cooking, spending time with children, going on picnics, fishing, crabbing, and camping.
She is survived by her children, Shayne Corbello, Miguel...
Brian James Mire
May 30, 2024
Brian James Mire, age 59, passed away on Thursday May 30, 2024 in Vinton, LA. Born February 13, 1965 in Sulphur, LA, he was the second born to his parents Carroll John Mire and Grace Sarver Mire.
Brian was a lifelong resident of Sulphur. He graduated from Sulphur High School in 1983 and later married Joni Trotta Mire.
Brian was...
Virginia Carmouche Gayle
May 30, 2024
Virginia Carmouche Gayle passed away peacefully in Baton Rouge, La. on May 30, 2024, at the age of 100 after living an extraordinary life. It is hard to put into words all that she meant to her family, her friends, her church and her community.
She was born Virginia Lanier Martin on December 8, 1923, in Thibodaux, La. to William...
Ted Chenet
May 29, 2024
With grateful hearts because of a life beautifully lived, the family of Theodore “Ted” Chalker Chenet announces their father’s passing in the early morning hours of May 29, 2024, at the age of 93. He died while in the loving and honorable care of the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings, LA and of Lamm Family Hospice.
Ted was born...
Sam J. Reed, Jr.
May 29, 2024
Sam J. Reed, 94, passed away on May 29, 2024, in a local hospital with his family by his side. Sam was a native of Oberlin and a 1947 graduate of Oberlin High School. He had been a resident of Lake Charles since 1956. He was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception where he served in the...
Walter Joseph Benoit, Sr.
May 29, 2024
Walter J. Benoit, Sr. peacefully passed away May 29, 2024. He was 95 years of age, born in Gueydan, LA in August of 1928. Walter is the son of Theobert Benoit & Cora Mae “Moore” Benoit. He was one of 12 children and has one remaining sibling, Ruby Peshoff, who recently celebrated 100 years of age, living near Oakdale, Louisiana.
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Viola Joyce Byers
May 29, 2024
Viola Joyce Byers, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2024, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Born on July 17, 1932, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, she was the daughter of Elvin W. and Olive Miller Higgins.
Joyce graduated from Van Nuys High School in Van Nuys, California. She dedicated her life to her family as a...
Huey F. "Joe" Sexton
May 28, 2024
Huey F. “Joe” Sexton, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and cherished memories. Born in 1934, Joe’s life was marked by an unwavering commitment to his family, his country, and his community.
Joe proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, a testament to his lifelong...
Charles Craig Thibodeaux
May 28, 2024
Charles Craig Thibodeaux, 64, of Lake Charles passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 in his residence.
Mr. Thibodeaux was born on March 25, 1960 in Lake Charles and remained rooted in his hometown throughout his lifetime. He was a proud graduate of LaGrange High School. Mr. Thibodeaux began his career as a painter and later transitioned into the...
