Local Obituaries

Nov 5, 2023

Sherry French Thornton, 79, of Lake Charles, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023 in her son’s residence.

Mrs. Thornton was born in Lake Charles where she lived all of her life before moving to Corpus Christi to live with her family.  She was a graduate of LaGrange High School, and a proud member of the Gator Girls. Mrs. Thornton...

Nov 4, 2023

Paul Sterling Broussard, 84, passed away on November 4, 2023 at home with his family by his side. He was born on February 1, 1939, in Abbeville, Louisiana, to Cloudy and Louise Boullion Broussard.

Mr. Broussard’s life was marked by his service in the Navy, a testament to his dedication and bravery. He was known for his strong work ethic,...

Nov 4, 2023

Dorothy Naquin LeBleu, 95, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023, surrounded by her children in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Dorothy “Dot” was the first born of Sam and Agnes Naquin. In 1956, she met the love of her life, John “Freeman” LeBleu and they were married for 59 wonderful years until his passing in 2016.

Dorothy was a devoted wife,...

Nov 4, 2023

Greg Foreman was born in Jesup, Georgia on May 8, 1954, to Fordy and Doris Foreman of Sulphur, Louisiana. Marsha Foreman Manard and Ben and wife Latrelle loved their baby brother Greg dearly. From the tobacco fields of Georgia to the jungles of Thailand, Greg kept moving. From Gettysburg to Bakersfield, Greggy Crocker burnt rods, told stories, and fed people’s...

Nov 4, 2023

John Michael “Mike” Fontenot, 75, of Lake Charles, passed away on Saturday November 4, 2023 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family.

Mike was a native of Ville Platte, but traveled the world with his career Air Force family and was educated in many different states. Once he completed his high school education, Mike took on his...

Nov 4, 2023

Nov 3, 2023

Betty Jean Dykes, 82, of Sulphur, passed away at a local care facility. Betty was born to Clarence and Clementine Dupre. She loved to cook for her family and enjoyed her grandkids when they came to visit her. Betty enjoyed going to shop at flea markets and camping.

Those left to cherish Betty’s memory are her children, Jimmy Dykes (Ethel),...

Nov 2, 2023

It is with a heavy, but joyous and grateful heart that our family announces the passing of our beautiful mother, grandmother, friend, and wife—Evangeline “Cookie” Farris Boullion. She passed away peacefully at home on All Souls Day, surrounded with love, tenderness, graciousness, and appreciation for everything she brought into this world, and the legacy and passion for life and family...

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Ayven Bex Jouett was born sleeping at 25 weeks at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women. Ayven is the son of Brittany and Dylan Jouett of Grand Lake, Louisiana. He is survived by his parents Brittany and Dylan Jouett, proud brothers Wyatt, Maverick, and Lennox Jouett. Grandparents, Regina and Shane Jouett (Grand Lake), grandmother, Judy Visser (Sulphur), Great Grandfather, G....

Nov 1, 2023

Edward Aucoin, 96, of Lake Charles passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings, LA.

He was born February 13, 1927 in Mamou, LA to the late Eumeze and Ednise Aucoin.

While attending a movie, he met Hazel Bellon, she was working in the ticket booth of the local theatre and together they...

Oct 30, 2023

Luke Hedlesky, 37, passed away on October 30, 2023. He was born on September 16, 1986, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Steven Hedlesky and Dianna Lynn Dearden.

Luke was a skilled warrior, gardener, and fisherman alike. A kind soul, a patient father, and a caring friend. He served honorably in the line of duty when called upon, both in combat...

Oct 29, 2023

Dianne Oliver Daigle, 75, of Sulphur, passed away in a local hospital surrounded by her family.

Dianne was a lifelong Sulphur resident and a graduate of Sulphur High School class of 1965. She was a member of First Pentecostal Church for 51 years. Dianne had a gift for interior decorating and a fabulous sense of humor. She cherished time spent...

Oct 29, 2023

Vincent Ferrie, Jr. 89, passed away in a local hospital on Sunday, October 29, 2023.

He was born on December 6, 1933 in New Haven Connecticut to Vincent Ferrie, Sr. and Joyce Mack Ferrie. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Air Force as an aircraft electrician. He also enjoyed a career as a letter carrier with the U.S....

Oct 29, 2023

Oct 29, 2023

Elliott Joseph Tullier, Jr, 96, of Lake Charles passed away at 10:36 AM on Sunday, October 29, 2023 in a local hospice facility.

Mr. Tullier was born on December 13, 1926 in Baton Rouge where he was a graduate of Istruma High School. He furthered his education at LSU receiving a bachelor’s degree of science. During his time at LSU,...

Oct 29, 2023

JoAnn Roddy passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 29th, 2023. She is survived by her husband of 64yrs, family, and many friendships. In lieu of flowers we ask to donate to Breast Cancer Research.

Be not afraid, I go before you always, come follow me, and I will give you rest.

A memorial service to celebrate the life...

Oct 28, 2023

Mitchell Joseph Breaux, 63, of Westlake went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

Mr. Breaux was born on January 11, 1960 in Lake Charles and was raised and resided all of his life in Westlake.  He was a graduate of Westlake High School.  Mr. Breaux retired from Westlake Chemical Plant-North as an operator.

He was a...

Oct 28, 2023

Pamela Cook Oliver, 68 of Lake Charles, LA was called home on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

Pamela was born on January 16, 1955, in Baltimore City, MD to Edward and Pansy Cook.

After retirement her hobbies were caring for her family, and most of all time in the flower garden.

She was welcomed into Heaven by her parents, and father-in-law.

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