Local Obituaries

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...

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...

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....

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...

Oct 31, 2017

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...

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...

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...

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...

Oct 30, 2017

Lake Charles – Clifford Miller, born June 25, 1922 in Cameron, passed away Monday, October 30, 2017, in his residence at the age of 95. Clifford is survived by his wife of 71 years, Eula Mae Miller; sons, Mike Miller (Becky), Larry Miller (Lynn); daughters, Becky Miller (Joe) and, Tammy Miller (Dominic), all of Lake Charles; brother, Roger “Pete” Miller;...

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...

Oct 30, 2017

 

JoAnn Carpenter, 54, of Lake Charles passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017 in a Mississippi hospital.

 

Ms. Carpenter was born on March 15, 1963 in Crestview, FL and lived in Lake Charles most of her life before moving to Mississippi recently. She was a loving mother and grandmother who adored her family and will be deeply...

Oct 29, 2017

Samuel Hershal Chamberlain, born on April 7, 1934, departed this life on October 29, 2017, at the age of 83. Sam was a veteran of the Korean War, stationed in Japan, while serving in the United States Air Force. After being discharged from the Service, he returned to Elizabeth, Louisiana where he was raised. He worked at the paper mill...

Oct 29, 2017

Theresa Duplechain, 64, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, October 29, 2017, after a 12 year courageous battle with Alzheimers.

 

She was born in Lake Charles, LA to Dillard and Evelyn Ardoin West on September 21, 1953. She obtained both a Bachelor of Science and Masters Degree in Marketing from McNeese State University before becoming an...

Oct 28, 2017

Mitchell Lane “Mitch” LeBert, 68, of Lake Charles, LA, died at 3:58 AM on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at a local hospital.

 

Mr. LeBert was born November 14, 1948 in Lake Charles, LA, was a 1967 graduate of LaGrange High School and attended McNeese State University. He loved playing Bridge, was well read in Theology, enjoyed his weekly Bible...

Oct 27, 2017

Patricia Joyce Chassay, 80, of Lake Charles passed away in comfort and at peace with the Lord at 10:10 PM on Friday, October 27, 2017 in a local hospital.

 

Ms. Chassay was born in Chicago, IL on March 12, 1937 and moved to Iowa, LA where she was a graduate of Iowa High School before moving to Lake Charles...