Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Denny Bartol Dennison
May 9, 2024
Denny Bartol Dennison, 77, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, May 9, 2024, in Lake Charles, Louisiana where he resided for the last 48 years. He is survived by his wife Lavonne “Cookie” Johnson White Dennison of Lake Charles; sons Bradley Bartol Dennison and wife, Kimberly, of Houston, TX, Jason “Jace” Douglas Johnson of New Orleans, and Christian...
Robert Eugene "Bob" Muir
May 9, 2024
Iowa ~ Robert Eugene “Bob” Muir, born in Ligonier, PA on June 20, 1950, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at the age of 73. Bob worked for the Town of Iowa Public Works for 35 years, was a Sergeant for the Iowa Police Reserve for 15 years and was an Iowa volunteer firefighter...
Mattie "Virginia" Jones
May 9, 2024
Mattie Virginia Jones, known to friends as Virginia ,95, of Sulphur, LA passed away on May 9, 2024, in a local care facility.
Virginia was born on June 27, 1928, in Bossier City, LA to Oray and Viola Jordan. She enjoyed being around friends, family and keeping up with the news. She also loved taking holiday photos. She worked over...
Becky Ann Davis
May 9, 2024
The birth of Becky Ann Stewart Davis, September 26, 1939, gave us a gracious, caring, loving person. She gave of herself in many ways.
Becky graduated from Central School and Lake Charles High School. She went to McNeese State College and graduated with a degree in Elementary Education. She taught at Fairview Elementary, met and married Gayle Davis and they...
Otha Lee Hewitt
May 8, 2024
Otha Lee Franks Hewitt, fondly known as “Aunt Doc,” passed away peacefully in her home on May 8, 2024 after 100 years 2 months and 3 days. She was surrounded by her family and close friends, reading scripture and listening to her favorite hymns.
Otha, “Doc,” was born in the small community of Bivens, Louisiana on March 5, 1924 to...
Bennie Renee Merrill
May 8, 2024
Bennie Renee Merrill, 55, of Moss Bluff passed away at 6:00 AM on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 in her residence.
Mrs. Merrill was born in Houston, TX and was a resident of Moss Bluff for most of her life. She had a passion for cooking and feeding her loved ones.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of...
David Glenn Leger
May 8, 2024
David Glenn Leger passed away May 8, 2024, surrounded by family.
David was a simple man that loved all things “Louisiana” – hunting, fishing, Cajun music, family, and God. His best memories often included cooking some fish or turtles he caught and playing music with family. He was a proud father, and his grandchildren did no wrong in Pappy’s eyes.
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Waldon Lucien Doxey
May 8, 2024
Born in Grand Chenier on October 18, 1932 to Matilda Sturlese Doxey and James Ulric Doxey. He passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024 with his loving family at his side.
Waldon was raised in Grand Chenier, LA where he grew up in the old Doxey home. He later moved to Cameron and graduated from Creole High School in 1950....
Ernest "Butch" Lasha
May 8, 2024
Ernest “Butch” Lasha “Rawhide”, 73, passed away on May 8, 2024, in the comfort of his home. Butch was born on September 3, 1950, in Lake Charles, LA to Otto and Anna Lasha. He was a truck driver for 47 years and loved the sights he got to see.
Butch is survived by his wife of 33 years, Donna; his...
Jovita Smith
May 8, 2024
Jovita Smith, 54, transitioned from this life to the next on May 8, 2024 with loved ones surrounding her. She was welcomed into heaven by the Lord Jesus Christ and loved ones who have gone before her.
Jovita was born on December 24, 1969 in Hammond, Indiana to the late Jerry Curtis and Brenda Curtis.  As her father was a...
Sharon Diane Bollman Mickey
May 8, 2024
Sharon D. Mickey, 81, passed away May 8, 2024 in a local care facility with her family by her side.
Sharon was born on February 17, 1943 in Chino, CA, eventually residing in Lake Charles. Sharon had two sons, John Mickey (Regina) and Steve Mickey (Missy) with husband, Tom Mickey. She has six grandchildren, Karly Leavell (Michael), Caleb, Jillian, Haley...
Annette Lafleur
May 8, 2024
Annette LaFleur ,86, passed away Wednesday May 8, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. Annette was born November 23, 1937, to parents Oscar and Edna Romero Delahoussaye.
Annette graduated from Sowela with an associate degree in bookkeeping. She worked for Sacred Heart Catholic Church for 40 years doing their bookkeeping. She was a big traveler with her husband taking...
Thomas "Larry" Richard
May 7, 2024
Thomas Larry Richard, born October 11, 1941, died Tuesday, May 7, 2024 surrounded by family and friends in Sweetlake at the age of 82.
A farmer and rancher by trade, he graduated from Welsh High School and then attended McNeese State University where he was a member of the rodeo team and selected as Outstanding Cowboy 1963-64.
He was a...
Bertha Maxey
May 7, 2024
Bertha Maxey, 77, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024, in her residence.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; her family was her world. Bertha never met a stranger and was selfless when it came to helping anyone who was in need. She treasured her time spent with her family and enjoyed visiting over the phone with extended family...
Lola Mae Billedeaux Granger Lavergne
May 7, 2024
Lola Mae Billedeaux Granger Lavergne, 96, of Lake Charles passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 8, 2024 in a local healthcare facility surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. LaVergne was born September 8, 1927 in Patterson, LA to John Senette Mire and Lola May Aucoin Mire. She was a 1955 graduate of Louisiana School of Beauty in Lake Charles and worked...
Earl Thibodeaux
May 6, 2024
Earl Thibodeaux, 87, passed away in Sulphur, LA surrounded by his loving family on Monday May 6, 2024. Earl was born on March 25, 1937, in Leonville, LA to Furdy and Alexandrine Lanclos.
Earl loved spending time in the great outdoors hunting and fishing. He was a member of Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church of Sulphur and loved being...
Donald "Don" Lee Soileau
May 6, 2024
Donald Lee Soileau, 88, passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2024. He was born February 21, 1936, in Washington, Louisiana, to Joseph Lee and Enola LaFleur Soileau. After graduating high school, Don enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and became a radio intercept officer, ultimately earning the rank of Airman First Class.
After his honorable discharge from active...
Eddie Jean-Luc Patrick Newsome
May 5, 2024
Eddie Jean-Luc Patrick Newsome, 68, of Westlake peacefully passed away at 5:39 AM on Sunday, May 5, 2024 in a local hospice facility.
Born on December 21, 1955 in Barbezieux, France, Eddie spent his early years traversing the globe with his military family before settling in the United States at the age of two. He graduated from Barbe High School...
Jerry L. Filo
May 5, 2024
Jerome Lawrence Filo peacefully passed away at the age of 87, in his home, surrounded by family.
Jerry was born on April 10, 1937 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of Andrew and Emily (Matusin) Filo. He attended Messmer High School and Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, where he sang in the choir and met Carol Belstner, the love of his life...
