Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Doris Evelyn Barnhill Dowden
Apr 28, 2016
Doris Evelyn Barnhill Dowden, 81, of Ragley Louisiana passed away Thursday, April 28, 2016 in the comfort of her home.
Mrs. Dowden was born and raised in Robeline, LA and was a graduate of Marion High School. She lived nearly forty years in Lytle, Texas. She worked many years as the Office Manager for Lytle Feed & Seed. Mrs. Dowden...
Florence Lee Devall
Apr 28, 2016
Florence Lee Fontenot DeVall, 87, of Lake Charles, LA, died at 1:47 AM on Thursday, April 28, 2016 in her residence.
Mrs. DeVall was born October 12, 1928 in the Mamou area, where she was raised. She moved to Big Lake in 1945, where she lived until moving to Lake Charles in 2008. She was a lifetime member of...
Sennett Magee Kelly
Apr 27, 2016
DeRidder – Sennett Magee Kelly, 84, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2016 in his residence. Sennett was born in Collins, MS on July 20, 1931 to the late Paul H. and Pauline Magee Kelly. He retired from South Central Bell after nearly 30 years as a lineman. He enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and being with family. Survivors include his children, Lorrie...
Joseph Maxwell Fuselier
Apr 27, 2016
Joseph Maxwell “Mackie” Fuselier, 80, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday April 27, 2016 at his residence.
Joseph was born on May 21, 1935 in Reddell, Louisiana to Alcide and Eula Fontenot Fuselier. He was a loving husband, father and friend.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant son, Joseph Maxwell Fuselier,II and brother,...
Enola Marie Benoit-Barefoot
Apr 26, 2016
Enola Marie Benoit-Barefoot, 56, passed away on April 26, 2016 in Dallas, Tx. Enola was born in Sulphur on December 19, 1959 to the late Connie Morris Benoit, Sr. and Gaysue Tomplait Vincent. She enjoyed cooking and loved taking care of her dogs, Sugar, Bruce and Vato. Survivors include her children, Michelle Espinoza (Manuel), Janet Fontenot, Thersa Barefoot, Kenneth Barefoot...
Robert Lee Hale
Apr 25, 2016
Robert Hale, 57, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016 at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Robert was a graduate of Sulphur High School. He was a retired commercial truck driver. Robert was a loving son, brother and uncle.
Those left to cherish his memory are his mother and stepfather, Waylon and Juanita Adams of Center, TX; three brothers, Philip...
Brigett L. Daniels Hicks
Apr 23, 2016
Brigett Louise Daniels Hicks, 66, of Moss Bluff passed away Saturday, April 23, 2016 in the comfort of her home.
Mrs. Daniels was a native of Oakdale, LA and was a graduate of Oakdale High School where she was voted Most Beautiful and was crowned Miss Oakdale. She always liked dressing nice and looking like a lady. She has lived...
Arsene J. Anastasie
Apr 23, 2016
Arsene J. Anastasie, 86, of Lake Charles, LA died Saturday, April 23, 2016 in a local hospital.
Arsene was born on January 16, 1930 in New York, NY to Josef and Paulette Anastasie. He proudly served our country in the US Army for 26 years. Arsene received 2 Purple Heart Metals, 1 Bronze Star, 2 Army Achievement Metals, 7...
Thomas Lindy Remedies
Apr 20, 2016
Thomas Lindy Remedies, 63, of Starks, LA died Wednesday, April 20, 2016 in a local care facility surrounded by his loving family.
Thomas was born on May 31, 1952 in Zwolle, LA to George and Susan Remedies. He enjoyed being around his family and friends. Thomas enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and above all going to church.
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Yvonne Marie Pharr
Apr 20, 2016
Yvonne Vidrine Pharr passed on to the Great Tennis Court and After Party. A fierce competitor to the end, her match ended the morning of April 20th, surrounded by her family. Known for her sense of humor and wit, her love and loyalty to her incredible friends was only matched by her dedication to the Catholic Church.
The Lake...
Kenneth Lee Levingston
Apr 20, 2016
Kenneth “Ken” Lee Levingston, vibrant, generous, and loving, died of an apparent heart attack in his home Wednesday, April 20, 2016. Ken, 44, a descendant of established Louisiana families was an energetic local businessman and family man.
Born July 26, 1971 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to David Levingston and Rebecca Levingston (Hill), Ken was a longtime resident of Lake Charles...
Patsy Ruth Thibodeaux
Apr 20, 2016
Patsy Thibodeaux, 71, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 surrounded by her family. Patsy loved to read books and taking care of her grandkids. She was a loving sister, mother and grandmother.
Those leave to cherish her memory are her children, Travis Thibodeaux, Rhonda Crochet and husband Todd, Veronica Lynn Broussard and husband Robbie, Penny O’Quain and fiancé Dewey...
Ronald Charles Coppels
Apr 20, 2016
Ronald Charles Coppels, 61, of Vinton passed away on April 20, 2016. He was a member of Welsh United Methodist Church in Vinton, the Chamber of Commerce, the Jaycees, and a past volunteer fireman for the town of Vinton. Ronald loved to fish, play softball and the beach.
Ronald is survived by his daughter, Morgan Coppels; his son, Ryan...
Helen Marie Pete Breaux
Apr 20, 2016
Lake Charles – Helen Marie Breaux, 82, passed away in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family on April 20, 2016. Helen was born in Iota on September 25, 1933 to the late Mayo and Augustine Reed Pete. She enjoyed camping, crabbing and spending time with her family. Helen was a member of the Bluegrass Group of Lonepine...
Ronald Keith Mancil
Apr 19, 2016
Lake Charles – Ronald Keith Mancil, 53, passed away on April 19, 2016. He is survived by his mother, Betty Jackson; brother, Robert Mancil; sisters, Renee Hornsby and Robyn Breaux. As per his wishes, he will be cremated under the direction of Johnson & Brown Funeral Home and there will be no service.
Laten Thomas Miller
Apr 19, 2016
LATEN THOMAS MILLER, 87, surrounded by his children and family, went home to be with the Lord, his wife and other family members on April 19, 2016. He was born July 3, 1928 to Henry and Martha (Darbonne) Miller in Mallet, LA. As a young boy, he moved to Holmwood, LA where he and his siblings attended Bell City High...
Gertrude "Chooky" Romero
Apr 18, 2016
Gertrude “Chooky” Trahan Romero, 71, of Westlake, LA, died on Monday, April 18, 2016 in her residence.
Mrs. Romero was born November 30, 1944 in Lowry, LA, raised in Hayes, LA and attended school in Bell City. She lived most of her live in the Holmwood area until moving to Westlake, LA five years ago. She was a member...
King Brenton Thompson Lewis
Apr 18, 2016
King Brenton Thompson Lewis passed, peacefully, in the arms of his mother on April 18, 2016. He was born at 7:17 a.m. and met the eyes of Jesus at 4:05 p.m. on the same day. During his mother’s pregnancy and his few hours on Earth, he touched many lives and was loved deeply by family and friends.
He is...
Davis Joseph Matte
Apr 17, 2016
Davis Joseph Matte, 56, went to be with the Lord on Sunday April 17, 2016.
Davis was a loving father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He loved to make people laugh and enjoyed cooking for his family and friends and fishing. His grandbabies were his world.
Preceding Davis in his death are his parents, Abra John and Agnes Sherman...
Anita Cormier
Apr 17, 2016
Iowa – Anita Cormier, 74, passed away in a local care facility, Sunday, April 17, 2016. Anita was born on June 12, 1941 in Arnaudville to the late Alton and Mary Schexnider Mason. She worked for St. Landry Bank and Washington State Bank in various capacities. Anita was a member of St. Raphael Catholic Church. She enjoyed working in her...
