Local Obituaries

Oct 27, 2023

Richard Roland Gray, born on August 26, 1957, in Amarillo, Texas, son of Richard Kenneth Gay and Mary Lynn (Laughter) Gay, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, October 27, 2023, at the age of 66. Richard moved to the Lake Charles area after high school. He was an active member of Trinity Baptist Church, where he...

Oct 26, 2023

LAKE CHARLES – The Reverend John A. Poerio, 90, a priest of the Diocese of Lake Charles, died Thursday, October 26, in Villa Maria Retirement Center. He had been a priest for 63 years.

Visitation will be Monday, Oct. 30, from 4 to 8 p.m. in Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church with a Scripture Service at 6 p.m.

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Oct 26, 2023

Allie Sue Morton, 82, of Sulphur, La died on October 26, 2023.

Sue was born on 0ctober 10, 1941 in Sikes, LA. She enjoyed being around her family the most and drinking coffee as she traveled to many places with her loving husband from the sandy shores of beaches to the mountain tops. She served as an East Texas Department...

Oct 26, 2023

Johnny Baptiste Constance, Jr, 77, of Jennings, Louisiana passed away on October 26, 2023. Johnny was employed as a cattle farmer and Zapata truck driver and security guard. Johnny retired as a security guard from Citidel Security and Wells Fargo.

Johnny (native of Johnson Bayou, LA) is survived by 4 children; 1 son, John B. Constance, III (Brittney) of Fannett,...

Oct 24, 2023

Floyd Trahan, 93, of Sulphur, LA passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.  Floyd was born on December 27, 1929, in Port Arthur, Texas.

Floyd loved being outdoors and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and shrimping.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends.  He enjoyed following his grandchildren and being involved in all of their adventures.

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Oct 24, 2023

Eldon Ray LeJeune, Sr., born in Jennings on August 31, 1945, son of Gaflin James and Ruby Mary (Beard) LeJeune, passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at the age of 78. Eldon worked as a directional driller in the oilfield. He joined the U.S. Navy and served faithfully for 4 years. Eldon enjoyed fishing, riding his 4-wheeler, and motorcycle. He...

Oct 24, 2023

Oct 24, 2023

Lenny James Meche, 62 of Lake Charles, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.  Lenny was an accomplished outdoorsman and renowned hunting and fishing guide.  He was beloved by everyone who met him.

Lenny is survived his wife, Abida; his mother and stepfather, Jana Cole King and Robert Carey King; his father, George Meche; his daughters, Whitney, Ashley and Jana;...

Oct 24, 2023

Leon Keith Hebert was born April 3, 1980 to Leon Elmus and Roxanne. He was born in Lake Charles but moved to Vinton his freshman year of high school.

His love for sports has been lifelong, in high school he threw the javelin, played baseball, basketball, and football. His love of sports was shared with him by his family. Following...

Oct 24, 2023

Wanda Griffith Darbonne, 77, of Lake Charles passed away at 10:37 PM on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 in her residence surrounded by her three children.

Mrs. Darbonne was born on August 19, 1946 in Lake Charles where she lived all of her life and attended Washington High School. She loved baking and owned her own bakery and later worked at...

Oct 23, 2023

Bethany J. Fontenot, born in Jennings on November 19, 1956, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 23, 2023 at the age of 66. Bethany was a graduate of Welsh High School and a member of Our Lady of Seven Dolors Catholic Church. She worked at Thrifty Way Pharmacy of Welsh for many years. She enjoyed traveling, riding...

Oct 22, 2023

Joshua Moss passed into our Savior’s arms October 22, 2023.  He was a decorated Navy veteran and loved by many.  After a long illness, Joshua is sitting in Shekinah Glory at Heaven’s Gate.  All of his family and friends who preceded him in death will be there to welcome him.  Maybe Josh is now fishing with his cousin Trey and...

Oct 21, 2023

George Joseph Bouquet, 93, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2023, at home in Lake Charles surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 10, 1930, to Adnes and Manette Landry Bouquet in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

In his early years, George explored the waters of Lake Charles and Contraband Bayou. He had a deep...

Oct 21, 2023

David Edmund McDaniel, known affectionately as “Mac,” peacefully departed this world on October 21, 2023, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, surrounded by his cherished family. He was 77 years old.

Born on March 11, 1946, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Dave was the son of Duncan and Lillian McDaniel. He spent his formative years in Durham, North Carolina, where he served as an...

Oct 20, 2023

Catherine “Sue” Hollenshead Pilgreen, 76, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on October 20, 2023, following a lengthy illness.

Sue was born on January 3, 1947, in Urania, Louisiana, to Mittie Katherine Reed Hollenshead and Thomas Leon Hollenshead. Sue was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, Louisiana. After she graduated...

Oct 19, 2023

Oct 19, 2023

Gary Lee Campbell, 72, of Sulphur, passed away at a local care facility on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Gary liked to watch TV, working around the house on cars, lawn mowers, and generally tinkering on things. He was a metal worker by trade. Gary loved spending time with his friends and family.

Those left to cherish his memory are his...

Oct 19, 2023

Oct 18, 2023

Geneva Dupin Haymark, 100, was born in Lake Charles to Olive Bonvillain and Homer Dupin on January 29, 1923.

She was a native resident of Lake Charles prior to moving to Lafayette in 1997. She enjoyed cooking and was known for making excellent fried chicken. She will be missed by all who know her.

She was preceded in death by...

Oct 17, 2023

Deanne Marie (Mallett) Myers, born in Lake Charles on August 21, 1951, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. She was 72. A graduate of Bell City High School, Deanne was employed with Acadian Hearing and Oceans Health Care. She was of the Catholic faith. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, dancing, camping and...