Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Abbas Deeb
Nov 13, 2025
Abbas Abdul Karim Asad Deeb passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, November 13, 2025, under the care and love of his family. Left to honor his memory are his wife of 50 years, Elham Ashy Deeb; his children, Qais, Amer, Samira (Christopher), Noor (David), and Sarah (Aash); and his beloved grandchildren Rory, Zaina, Kareem, and Amir. Left to...
Conrad Butts Jr.
Nov 26, 2025
Conrad was a devoted husband, father, and friend, and one of the kindest, most even-tempered men you could ever meet. He lived a life full of adventure. Early on, he purchased a camper, and for more than 40 years he and his family took every opportunity to travel. He and his wife also loved square dancing, spending countless years traveling...
Cheryl Lee Gros
Nov 24, 2025
Cheryl Lee Melancon Gros, 79, of Sulphur, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025.
She was born on April 12, 1946, in Fenton, Louisiana, to James and Helen Melancon. Cheryl graduated from Sulphur High School in 1964 and, in 1965, married the love of her life, Richard O. Gros. Together they shared 60 beautiful years of marriage. She later earned...
H.G. Foster
Nov 24, 2025
H.G. Foster
On November 24, H. G. (Henry Glen) Foster went to meet his only son David Glen Foster who passed away March 15, 2017 and be with the Lord. What stories they are telling in heaven!
It was a special day on November 21, 1930 when H.G. Foster (Hank) was born to Ella Butts Foster and William Marion Foster. He was...
Steven Jon Ek
Nov 24, 2025
Steven Jon Ek passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Born on May 29, 1941, in Spokane, Washington, Steve lived a life rooted in service, discipline, and deep devotion to his family, community, and country.
After earning his bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Washington in 1963, he entered the U.S. Marine Corps through the...
Courtney Elizabeth Leonard
Nov 23, 2025
Courtney Elizabeth Leonard, 41, of Iowa, Louisiana, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on April 14, 1984, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Gregory Hebert and Tina Mott Drost.
A 2002 graduate of Singer High School, Courtney later earned her Associate Degree in Accounting from Sowela and completed her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Grand...
Evese Joseph Mott
Nov 22, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Evese Joseph Mott, who left this world peacefully on November 22, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on July 3, 1956, in Mamou, Louisiana, Evese was known for his kind spirit and good humor. He spent his last years living in Sulphur, Louisiana.
Evese enjoyed the simple pleasures in...
Claudette Ann Faux
Nov 21, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Claudette Ann Kelley Faux, a cherished wife, mother, friend and caregiver, 71, of Sulphur, LA, passed away Friday, November 21, 2025 in the comfort of her home.
Mrs. Faux was born in Texas and lived most of her life in Sulphur. She was a graduate of Sulphur High School. Following...
Scott Edward Magee
Nov 20, 2025
Scott Edward Magee, 66, of Sulphur, LA passed away November 20, 2025.
Scott was a native and lifelong resident of Sulphur. He was a graduate of Sulphur High School and Sowela Technical College. He worked as a Master TIG Welder until he retired in 2014. He was also a talented mechanic who enjoyed working on mechanical equipment, lawn mowers and small...
Lillian Marie Viator
Nov 20, 2025
Lillian Marie Viator
“MeMaw”
“To know her was to love her.”
Lillian Marie Simmons Viator, 76, of Sulphur, LA passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Mrs. Viator was born October 24, 1949 in DeRidder, LA and lived most of her life in Sulphur, LA. She was a graduate of Sulphur High School where she was a Majorette. She worked at several retail stores. At...
Louis Hoffpauir
Nov 20, 2025
Louis (L.A.) Adam Hoffpauir, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 20, 2025. He was born August 24, 1932, in Crowley, Louisiana, to Mabel Francis Vail and Daniel Hoffpauir.
L.A. was a lifelong farmer, raising rice, soybeans, and cattle. He was a proud member of Louisiana Farm Bureau and the Louisiana Cattleman Association. He enjoyed tending to his vegetable garden and...
Pauline Manuel Taylor
Nov 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pauline Manuel Taylor, who left us on November 20, 2025, at the age of 80. Pauline was a beloved mother, sister, maw-maw, aunt, and friend, deeply cherished by all who knew her.
Pauline was born on September 10, 1945, in Eunice, LA, to Raphael and Russella Manuel. She grew up...
Cynthia "Cyndi" White
Nov 18, 2025
Cynthia “Cyndi” Sue White, 66, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Cyndi was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on August 5, 1959, to John and Jewel Mecklenburg. Throughout her childhood Cyndi lived in Jacksonville, Florida, Puerto Rico and Houston, Texas. In High School she loved her drama classes and enjoyed working at Astroworld. We...
Jonathan Howard LeDoux
Nov 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jonathan Howard LeDoux, fondly known as "Johnny," who left us on November 18, 2025, at the age of 62. Born on April 29, 1963, in Welsh, Louisiana, Johnny was the kind of person who brightened every room he entered. He was not just a father, grandfather, and mentor-he was...
James "Jimmy Red" Granger
Nov 17, 2025
James Claude Granger,
“Jimmy Red”
September 9, 1953 – November 17, 2025
James Claude “Jimmy Red” Granger, 72, of Sulphur, Louisiana, passed away on November 17, 2025. He was born on September 9, 1953, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to James Ola Granger and Gertrude Beatrice Granger.
A true cowboy at heart, Jimmy Red enjoyed spending time outdoors, camping, and sharing those special moments with...
Benita "Maw Maw B" Husers
Nov 17, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Benita Husers, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, who left us on November 17, 2025, at the age of 88.
Benita was born on April 19, 1937, in Church Point, Louisiana. Benita was a dedicated manager at McNeese Federal Credit Union, for many years. Her commitment to...
Cathryn Marie Mallett Fuselier
Nov 16, 2025
Cathryn Marie Mallett Fuselier, beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.
Born to Leola Mary Benoit and Wilfred James Mallett, Cathy was a loving wife to Taylor Fuselier and a devoted sister to Lee Mallett of Iowa, Janet Fuselier and her husband James of Hawaii, Alice Fay Hinton of Iowa, and...
Petrea Carolyn Piel
Nov 15, 2025
Petrea Carolyn Piel, long-time resident of Lake Charles, passed away on November 15, 2025, after a courageous, year-long battle with cancer. She was born December 14, 1935 to Ernest C. Piel and Magdalene P. Miller Piel in Lake Charles. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents and one sister, Marcia Piel Gardiner. She is survived by her sons,...
Robert Lee Parker Jr.
Nov 15, 2025
Robert Lee Parker Jr. passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, in Lake Charles. He was a very kind and considerate man who truly loved people, children, and life itself.
Robert enjoyed many simple pleasures-BBQing, fixing things (especially televisions), and working with technology. He had a lifelong passion for radars and police scanners and was always eager to talk about...
Shirley Rogers
Nov 15, 2025
Shirley Fruge Rogers, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 30, 1939, in Church Point, Louisiana, to Joseph and Melizza Fruge.
Shirley was a gifted cake decorator for many years and an accomplished seamstress. A devoted and hardworking woman, she found joy in simple pleasures—reading, and watching the Hallmark...
