Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Hunter Snider
May 7, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Hunter David Snider, who left us on May 7, 2025, at the young age of 28. Born on June 11, 1996, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Hunter was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend.
When God in His wisdom graced the world with this special child, all the fear...
Jim Anderson
May 7, 2025
James LeRoy “Jim” Anderson, 78, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, with his beloved family by his side. Born on October 8, 1946, in Jennings, Louisiana, Jim was the son of Claude and Jane Whitman Anderson. He was raised in Elton, LA, where he spent his summers helping on the family rice farm - early roots that would grow...
Helen Moreau
May 5, 2025
Helen Marie Moreau passed away on May 5, 2025 in a local hospital. She was born on June 19, 1934 in Lake Charles, LA, the daughter of Pierre Arabie and Ellen Ross Arabie.
Helen was a family woman who enjoyed camping, fishing, crabbing, zydeco music, dancing, but most of all, getting together to spend time with her family. She attended Immaculate...
Duffy Norris Moore Jr.
May 5, 2025
Duffy “Norris” Moore, Jr. of Lebleu Settlement was born August 10, 1940 in Bell City, LA to late Duffy Moore, Sr. and Ezora Bellard, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025, at the age of 84 surrounded by his family. Norris began working at an early age, so he was a jack of all trades, working on the farm, driving trucks,...
Betty Maas
May 4, 2025
Betty Jane Wanage Lannin Maas, 87 of Lake Charles, LA passed away May 4, 2025.
She was born March 7, 1938 in Lake Charles, LA to Lydia Wannage and Fred Strandt, growing up in Grand Lake. She was a graduate of Grand Lake High School, then enrolled in International San Antonio Bible College Baptist Association. In 1962 she enlisted in The...
Keysha Anne Henning Leblanc
May 4, 2025
Welsh – Keysha Anne Henning LeBlanc, born September 6, 1973, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025, after a 13-year battle with cancer. She was 51. Keysha was a daughter, sister, mother, wife, cousin, granddaughter, aunt, friend, and “Glammy.” She cherished her time with family and friends. A graduate of Welsh High School, she obtained her nursing degree from Sowela Technical...
Ronald "Ronnie" James Trahan
May 4, 2025
Ronald “Ronnie” James Trahan, born in Jennings on November 24, 1955, son of the late Oleaus and Laura Trahan, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the age of sixty-nine. A graduate of Hackberry High School and of the catholic faith. Ronnie worked in the oilfield until he retired. He enjoyed sitting on his porch and riding in his...
Stashua J. "Stash" Ellender
May 3, 2025
Stashua “Stash” J Ellender, 48, was called to his heavenly home on May 3rd, 2025. Stash was born to Donald and Melinda Ellender and was raised in Carlyss, LA. He was the oldest of two boys, being big brother to Derrick Ellender. At five years old, he found a love for baseball which continued all the way through high school....
Billie Kuehn
May 3, 2025
She was more than the central figure in the lives of her eight children. Billie Jean Crochet Kuehn passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her children and family on Saturday, May 3, 2025. She was 89 years old, but oh, how she wanted to celebrate her 90th on June 18th!
Mom was born June 18, 1935, in Baker, Louisiana and...
Lyn James Lanchbury
May 3, 2025
Lyn James Lanchbury, born in Maesteg, Wales on November 7, 1957, son of the late Brian and Pamela Rickets Lanchbury, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the age of sixty-seven. Lyn served for many years in the Territorial Army Welsh Guards. A graduate of Maesteg High School and Lyn received a degree from Leicester University. While living in...
Remola Barton
May 2, 2025
Remola R. Barton, born in Memphis, Tennessee, June 30, 1928, passed away quietly at her daughter's home in Lake Charles on May 2, 2025, at age 96.
She grew up a country girl in rural Newton County, Mississippi. Her mother Willie Mae and beloved grandfather William T. Cleveland (Papa Will) and grandmother (Grandma Sally) provided a good life...
Daniel "Danny" Kingston Johnson
Apr 30, 2025
Daniel Kingston Johnson, affectionately known as Danny, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, in Pensacola, Florida, at the age of 64. Born on May 25, 1960, in Lake Charles, Louisiana
A proud graduate of St. Louis High School, Danny went on to earn his bachelor's degree from Tulane University, where he was a proud member of Kappa Sigma fraternity. He...
John Terrell Fruge
Apr 30, 2025
John Terrell Fruge, lover of life, 82, of Lake Charles passed away at 12:53 PM on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 in a Lafayette hospital.
Terrell was born on September 22, 1942 in Jennings, LA. He was a graduate of Sulphur High School and attended McNeese State University.
In his younger years, he spent time with his beloved Grandpaw Fruge in the rice...
Alfred Anthony Palma, Jr.
Apr 29, 2025
Alfred Anthony Palma Jr., 89, peacefully passed away at his home in Lake Charles, LA, on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, joining the love of his life, Margaret, with his family by his side. He was born on November 9, 1935, in Liberty, TX, to Alfred and Mary Marcello Palma.
Alfred was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. In...
Nelton "T-Man" Landreneau
Apr 29, 2025
Nelton “T-Man” Roy Landreneau, 66 of Sulphur passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025. Nelton was born on November 16, 1958, in Jennings to Floyd and Nedia Landreneau.
Nelton enjoyed having cookouts while spending time and making memories with his family. Time spent with his grandchildren was one of his favorite things to do. He loved his church, Lifepoint Pentecostal, where...
Sherry Lyons
Apr 29, 2025
When tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand. An angel came and called my name and took me by the hand. The angel said my place was ready in Heaven far above, but I would have to leave behind all those I dearly love. As I walked through Heaven's Gates, I felt so much at home. I knew at...
Constance "Connie" "Noonie" Cormier
Apr 29, 2025
Constance “Connie” “Noonie” Cormier, 60, of Moss Bluff passed away at 12:20 AM on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 in her residence.
Mrs. Cormier was born on January 14, 1965, in Sulphur, Louisiana. She was raised in Westlake and spent 13 cherished years in Ragley before making her home in Moss Bluff.
A devoted wife and loving mother, Mrs. Cormier lived her life...
Trudie Pollard
Apr 28, 2025
Trudie Ann Pollard passed away peacefully at her home in Lake Charles on April 28, 2025. She was born on November 14, 1965, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to John Durden Jr. and Lena Carona Durden.
Trudie was known by those closest to her as organized, caring, generous, and a true caretaker. Her memory lives on in the many lives she touched.
She...
Francis McVay
Apr 27, 2025
Francis Evers McVay, 99, of Montgomery, Louisiana and formerly of Westlake, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday April 27, 2025, following a brief illness.
Francis was a native of Haynesville and a longtime resident of Westlake. She retired as a nurse from West Cameron Calcasieu Hospital after many years of dedicated and devoted service to the many...
Barbara Menard Pearson
Apr 27, 2025
Barbara Menard Pearson passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She was born on September 15, 1946, to Oris Menard and Wanda Hayes Menard in Gueydan, Louisiana.
Barbara was known for her incredible work ethic, a trait she proudly passed on to her children. Throughout her life, she wore many hats, including Master Florist and co-owner of...
