Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Jacob Ervin Ecker
Feb 21, 2023
Jacob Ervin Ecker, 85, of Covington died peacefully Tuesday, February 21, 2023 following a brief illness in a Covington, Louisiana hospital.
Jacob was born in Harrah, Oklahoma, where he was raised, and was a graduate of Harrah High School, and Oklahoma University. He retired from his work as a chemical engineer at Olin Corporation for over 40 years, and as...
Sharon Winona Steele
Feb 20, 2023
Sharon Winona Steele passed away peacefully on February 20, 2023 at the age of 85.
She is survived by her three children, Robby Steele, Cheryl Todd, and Christy Messer; her four grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and sister, Judy Drez.
She was an active member of her church and many non-profits in years past.
Above all else, she loved her family...
Kelly Bowman
Feb 20, 2023
Kelly Bowman was the youngest of his nine siblings. He was born in Houston, Texas on November 27, 1973.
He was a city boy and proclaimed he was NOT a carpenter. Working on cars and trucks was his first love and it began alongside his stepfather, Steve Lambert. Grease was his cologne; he wore it daily.
Following school, he obtained...
June Hillebrandt Ward
Feb 19, 2023
June Hillebrandt Ward, 96, of Lake Charles passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023 in the comfort of her home.
Mrs. Ward was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles, born June 26, 1926 to Captain George Antoine Hillebrandt and Amanda Yocum Hillebrandt. A graduate of Marion High School, she was a gifted sales lady. She began her career in sales at...
Bill Abshire
Feb 18, 2023
Bill Abshire, 88, of Westlake passed away at 5:12 PM on Saturday, February 18, 2023 in a local hospice facility.
Cremation was entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home and a memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Sandra Lee Domingue
Feb 18, 2023
Sandra Domingue, 74, passed away on February 18, 2023. Sandra was born on March 21, 1948 in Galveston, TX to Robert and Fay Beuhring. She enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, sewing and bingo.
Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Leris Domingue Sr.; children, Rebecca, John, Lee, Tina, and Leris Jr.; 7 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren; and...
Mitchell Paul David
Feb 18, 2023
Mitchell Paul David, a beloved father and honorable veteran, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2023, in a local hospital at the age of 74. He was born on June 21, 1948 to Herman and Leora David in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Mitchell served his country with distinction as a member of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He...
Lou Williams Stone
Feb 18, 2023
Louvicie “Lou” Williams Stone passed away on February 18, 2023 in New Braunfels, TX. She was born December 23, 1937, to Hugh and Nettie Williams in Lake Charles, LA.
Lou was preceded in death by her parents and two daughters, Jennifer Lee Harris and Robin Gail Edwards. Also, preceding her were brothers, Andrew “Junior” Landry, Arthur Lee Landry, and...
Jennifer Gayle Manard
Feb 17, 2023
Jennifer Gayle Manard, 46, of Sulphur passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, February 17, 2023.
Jennifer was a lifelong Sulphur resident and a 1994 Sulphur High School graduate. She attended Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church and made her Cursillo in 2012. Jennifer loved sports and was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Alabama. She had...
Teri "Toot Toot" Jane Ledoux
Feb 17, 2023
Teri Jane LeDoux, 51, passed away on February 17, 2023, in the comfort of her home. Teri was born on August 19, 1971, in Sulphur, LA, to AJ, Jr. and Karla Simmons. She enjoyed the outdoors, camping and reading. Teri’s friends and family were very special to her.
Teri is survived by her husband of 36 years, Kelvin; one...
Ricky Layne Lambert
Feb 17, 2023
Ricky Layne Lambert, 62, of Sulphur passed away Friday February 17, 2023.
Ricky was a member and Finance Officer for Sons of American Legion Sqd. 179 of Sulphur, LA. He followed his father’s career and worked as an operator of civil heavy equipment for 48 years in SWLA for various companies in the lake area.
To cherish his memories,...
Frederick Martin
Feb 17, 2023
Frederick Martin, 88, passed away in Lake Charles, LA on February 17, 2023.
His funeral service will be held at Johnson Funeral Home in Lake Charles, LA on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 2 p.m. Rev. Paul Jussen will officiate. Burial will follow the service in Consolata Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 11...
Allen James Viator
Feb 17, 2023
Allen James Viator, 90, of Lake Charles passed away at 12:50 PM on Friday, February 17, 2023 in a local hospital.
Mr. Viator was born on July 23, 1932 in Lafayette where he was raised before moving to Lake Charles. His career brought him to New Iberia for several years before returning to Lake Charles where he lived the rest...
Maurice Louis Gold
Feb 16, 2023
Maurice Louis Gold, 83, of Lake Charles passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023 in the comfort of his home.
Mr. Gold was born in Baton Rouge, LA where he was raised and educated. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree, Pre-Pharmacy from Louisiana State University, and his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Northeast University. Mr. Gold began his career as...
Lena Marie Comeaux
Feb 16, 2023
With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Lena T. Comeaux on February 16, 2023 at the age of 87, our loving and devoted wife, mother, granny, great granny to all whose lives she touched.
She was born on June 27, 1935 to Duplichain and Odette Newman Trahan. Lena attended LaGrange High School. Her exceptional intelligence led her to become...
Charles Berchman Colligan
Feb 15, 2023
Charles Berchman Colligan, 68, late of Hackberry, presently of Singer, Louisiana, passed away on February 15, 2023 at his home. Known by most as Charlie B. or Crash, he made friends wherever he went, and will be greatly missed by those who knew him.
Throughout his life, Charlie loved being with others. During his teen and college years, he...
Dannie Edward Fontenot
Feb 15, 2023
Dannie Edward Fontenot, 69, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, as his Lord and Savior called him home. He was a long-time resident of Ragley, Louisiana.
Dannie was born on October 26, 1953 to Edward and Annie (Ewing) Fontenot. He was a graduate of Sam Houston High...
Joan Cowen
Feb 14, 2023
Joan Marie Cowen, 66, of Lake Charles passed away on February 14, 2023 at a local hospital surrounded by her loving family. Joan was born on May 17, 1956 in Sioux City, Iowa to Alvin and Patricia Sedlacek.
Joan graduated from East High School in Sioux City, Iowa in 1974. Joan met the love of her life, Wayne, in...
Janice S. Blanchard
Feb 14, 2023
Janice S. Blanchard, 80 years old, passed away on February 14, 2023 in a local hospice care facility surrounded by her family. She was born on August 16, 1942 to Nick and Enora Hymel Scardina in Baton Rouge, LA. She was a graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy in Baton Rouge, and attended Our Lady of the Lake Nursing School. She...
