Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Xavier Lee Leblanc
Mar 30, 2023
Xavier Lee LeBlanc, infant son of Kris LeBlanc and Grace Murphy, passed away at a local hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was loved throughout his life from the moment his parents first found out they were expecting. Xavier had a strong heart, so strong that he was able to donate it to another baby in need.
Those left...
Patsy Ruth Johnson
Mar 30, 2023
Patsy Ruth Johnson, 74, of Lake Charles passed away at 5:19 PM on Thursday, March 30, 2023 in her daughter's residence.
Ms. Johnson was born on May 14, 1948 in Lake Charles before moving to Grand Lake where she was a graduate of Grand Lake High School. In the early 1980’s, she moved back to Lake Charles and was a...
John Ward Roark
Mar 30, 2023
John Ward Roark, 64, of Lake Charles passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023 in his residence.
Mr. Roark was born on November 25, 1958 in Kaptai, East Pakistan and was raised in Merryville where he was a graduate of Merryville High School. He retired from Citgo as a logistics manager after many years of service.
In his spare...
Donald Lee Thibodeaux
Mar 29, 2023
Donald Lee Thibodeaux passed away on Wednesday, March 29,2023 at the age of 85. He was born on September 22, 1937, to Terry and Elise Thibodeaux of Hathaway, Louisiana.
Donald was a faithful member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church where he was part of the Eucharistic Ministry, Knights of Columbus, trained alter servers, and a member of...
Charles "Bully" Bergeron, Jr.
Mar 29, 2023
Charles “Bully” Bergeron, 88, of Sulphur passed away on March 29, 2023. He was a member of Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church and retired from the Teamsters Local 270. He served honorably in the Army of the United States from April 17, 1957, until April 1, 1963. He was involved in horse racing owning several horses.Bully is survived by...
Steven Drake Thornhill
Mar 29, 2023
Steven D. Thornhill, 36 of Lake Charles, LA, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Steven was born on April 15, 1986, in Lancaster, California to Hardy and Jacqueline Thornhill. He honorably and faithfully served our country in the United States Marine Corps. Steven was such a loving son and friend to many.
Those left to...
Randall G. Whitfield
Mar 29, 2023
Randall G. Whitfield, 79, of Sulphur, LA, passed away at 6:55 AM on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in a local hospital.
Mr. Whitfield was born October 18, 1943 in Jasper, AL and raised in that area of Alabama. He served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard for twenty-one years and one day, retiring as an E-7 BMC in 1981. ...
Mary "Ruth" Shelton
Mar 28, 2023
Mary Ruth Sonnier Shelton, 88, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away at 4:54 AM on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in her residence.
Mrs. Shelton was born February 22, 1935 in Lake Charles, LA, where she was a lifelong resident. She graduated from Washington High School and was a longtime member of St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church. During her younger...
Edith H. Guillory
Mar 28, 2023
Edith H. Guillory, 84, passed away on March 28, 2023. She was born on October 16, 1938, in Lake Charles, LA, to George and Florence Duhon Hollier.
Edith was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles, LA residing in the Prien Lake Community. She graduated from Washington High School and Sowela Technical School. Edith worked for the State of Louisiana, retiring...
Anna Lee Phillips Menard
Mar 28, 2023
Anna Lee Phillips Menard, 83, of Lake Charles passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in a local hospice facility.
Anna Lee was born on September 14, 1939 in Opelousas, Louisiana, and was raised in Ville Platte, before moving to Lake Charles in 1960. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church.
Anna Lee...
Bobby Gene Gillard, Sr.
Mar 27, 2023
Bobby Gene Gillard Sr., 85, of Lake Charles, passed away on March 27, 2023, after a life filled with love, laughter, adventure, family, and fellowship. Bobby was born on August 29, 1937, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to the late Tinnie Gillard (Beatrice) and Marie Gillard. He met the love of his life, Tollie Young, in Lake Charles, while working at...
Bobbie Thompson Lofaso
Mar 27, 2023
Bobbie Thompson Lofaso, 95, of Lake Charles passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023 in a local assisted living facility.
Mrs. Lofaso was born on April 30, 1928 in Kinder where she was raised until moving to Lake Charles and was a graduate of LaGrange High School. She was a member of St. Luke Simpson Methodist Church.
She was...
Mabel Newman Ferrell
Mar 27, 2023
Mabel Newman Ferrell, 102, longtime resident of the Lake Charles area, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023 in Beaumont, TX. Mabel was born on April 11, 1920 in Jennings, LA. to the Rev. John and Lucille Newman.
She grew up in southwest Louisiana being one of ten children. Mabel had a long and wonderful life, she passed away knowing she...
Jerrie Smith Hopkins
Mar 26, 2023
Jerrie Hopkins, 80, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 in a local care facility.
She was born on September 30, 1942 in Minden, Louisiana to Leon and Verdun Smith. She lived in Westlake for most of her life where she worked as a hairdresser for over 20 years and played piano at her church. She enjoyed playing bingo and...
Peggy Laughlin
Mar 25, 2023
Peggy Joyce Newman Laughlin, 69, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away at 5:16 AM on Saturday, March 25, 2023 in a Houston, TX hospital.
Mrs. Laughlin was born June 7, 1953 in Lake Charles, LA, where she was a lifelong resident. She attended Marion High School, graduated from Merryville High School and received her LPN degree from Sowela Tech. She...
Patricia Ann Lowe
Mar 24, 2023
Patricia Ann Scott Lowe 76, of Vinton, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2023, in Sulphur. Pat was born on October 23, 1946, in Bronson, TX to Earl and Estell Scott. She was a Registered Nurse retiring from West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital after 30 plus years of service. She loved painting and spending time with her family and friends. She will...
Larry E. Bragg, Sr.
Mar 24, 2023
Larry E. Bragg, Sr., age 81, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2023, in a local hospital. He was surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born on November 1, 1941, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Lloyd and Joan Whisenant Bragg.
Larry graduated from Walker High School and served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He dedicated many...
Lance C. Rohrer
Mar 23, 2023
Lansford "Lance” Curtis Rohrer, 65, passed away in a local hospital surrounded by his loved ones. Lance was a proud Sulphur High School student. After school he went to work for Rohrer and Sons and stayed there for over 30 years. Lance loved his football and holidays times. He loved his family and spending time with those he loved. Those...
Allen Ray Courville
Mar 23, 2023
Allen Ray Courville, 74, was called to eternal life on March 23, 2023. He was born on June 18, 1948 to Leslie Jean and Gussie Burleigh Courville in Ville Platte, Louisiana
Allen lived a life giving of himself whether to his family, his friends, or his clients. He was a deeply religious individual. His faith in God was the center...
