Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Dr. George Milam Arnold, Jr.
Oct 8, 2026
Dr. George Milam Arnold, Jr., 92, of Tyler, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
George was born on January 11, 1934, in Millican, Texas, to George and Hazel Arnold. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas (Texas A&M) in 1959. He went on to establish...
Nanette Brooks
Oct 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nanette Brooks, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world just one day shy of her 85th birthday on October 8, 2026. Born on October 9, 1941, in Mamou, Louisiana, Nanette spent her life surrounded by family and friends before finally settling in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
A proud...
Henry "Bo" C. Davis
Oct 7, 2026
Henry "Bo" C. Davis, 84, of Westlake passed away at 2:35 PM on Thursday, October 8, 2026 in a local care facility.
Born on November 19, 1941, in Springhill, Louisiana, he spent most of his life in Lake Charles, where he was raised and graduated from Marion High School. Following graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army. More than...
Rev. Franklin Demsey Simmons
Oct 7, 2026
Rev. Franklin Demsey Simmons, 86, of Lake Charles, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
Born September 4, 1940, in Dry Branch, Georgia, to George and Alice Day Simmons, Franklin was the sixth of eleven children. He attended elementary school in Centerville, Georgia, and high school in Unadilla, Georgia, where he played basketball and ran track.
In 1958, Franklin enlisted in the United...
Kristin Bennett Berkley
Oct 7, 2026
Kristin Victoria Bennett Berkley, 39, passed away on October 7, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Kristin was full of sass, knew everybody, and loved deeply. She especially loved her nieces and nephews, whom she called her "babies." She wanted to be a part of everything they did, and she was. Whether it was a school event, birthday, sporting event, or...
Doris Batchelor Giles
Oct 6, 2026
Doris Batchelor Giles, 77, of Sulphur, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Harbor Hospice. She was born July 11, 1949, in Springhill, Louisiana, to Ray and Dorothy Batchelor.
Together with her husband, Gary, Doris owned and operated Giles Construction for more than 30 years. She earned a master's degree in psychology from McNeese State University, worked as a broker...
David Jerry Woodlee
Oct 6, 2026
David Jerry Woodlee, born December 5, 1944, passed peacefully from this earthly life on October 6, 2026, at the age of 81. He died quietly at home in his sleep.
Jerry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose family was an important part of his life. He is survived by his wife, Kathy; two sons, Stacey (Deanna) of...
Carolyn "Collie" Rouyer
Oct 6, 2026
Carolyn "Collie" Rouyer died in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family on October 6, 2026.
She was born at Lake Charles Air Force Base on October 30, 1944 to Ann Hodges and James Rouyer. She delighted in telling stories of growing up in Lake Charles in a close knit neighborhood on Cleveland Street. If you wanted to hear...
Burl James Esthay
Oct 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Burl James Esthay, affectionately known as BJ, on October 5, 2026, in Jennings, Louisiana. Born on September 16, 1947, in Crowley, Louisiana, BJ led a life full of love, laughter, and hard work as a dedicated contractor.BJ spent most of his life in Colorado, where he made countless friends...
Frank C. Carmen Jr.
Oct 5, 2026
Frank Clark Carmen Jr., 95, passed away peacefully at his home on October 5, 2026.
Frank was a loyal and hardworking man who took great pride in caring for the people and animals he loved.
At just 17 years old, Frank joined the United States Air Force. He went on to proudly serve his country for 20 years, retiring with the rank...
Marjorie Wanda Long
Oct 3, 2026
Marjorie Wanda Petry Trotti Long was born on March 9, 1927, in Andrew, Louisiana, to John Acklin and India Lou Hoffpauir Petry. She died on October 3, 2026, at the age of 99. God granted her a quiet and peaceful passing at home only a few hours after the last home health caregiver left.
Marjorie and her daughter were a...
James "J." Thornton
Oct 3, 2026
James Hunter Thornton III, 61, passed away on October 3, 2026, when he was met by Jesus and told, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with Me in Paradise."
After graduating from Barbe High School in 1983, J. attended McNeese State University where he was a proud member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He worked as a deputy...
Karen LeBlanc
Oct 3, 2026
Karen Sue LeBlanc, 72, passed away on October 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on August 2, 1954, Karen was raised in Jennings, Louisiana, where she attended school and graduated in 1972. In 1974, she began her career with BellSouth, working as an operator and later as a material service coordinator. Karen was a dedicated employee who remained...
Jeanette Broussard Stutes
Oct 3, 2026
Jeanette Broussard Stutes, 83, of Choupique, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at home on October 3rd surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 22, 1943, in Sulphur, Louisiana, she was the daughter of Ernest Broussard and Alma Nunn Broussard. She graduated from Sulphur High School in 1961. Shortly afterward she married her high school sweetheart, Willie Ray Stutes, and together,...
Sharon Fruge Hinton
Oct 3, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Fruge Hinton, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, who left us on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the age of 62. Sharon was born on October 21, 1963, in Lafayette, Louisiana, and spent her life uplifting those around her with her kindness and creativity.
A proud graduate...
Eola Teresa Corbello
Oct 2, 2026
Eola Teresa Corbello, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, will be remembered with love and gratitude following her peaceful passing on October 2, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on March 26, 1931, in Ragley, Louisiana, Eola spent her life devoted to her family and creating a warm, nurturing home in Dayton, Texas.
was preceded in death by her husband...
Angelo John Picarazzi
Oct 2, 2026
Angelo John Picarazzi, 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2026. John was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Joseph John and Mary Jane Kimball Picarazzi on July 17, 1945.
John graduated from Lake Charles High School in 1964 and continued his education at USL, where he studied art. He proudly served in the United States Navy for two years...
Emelia Doucet
Oct 2, 2026
Emelia B. Doucet, lovingly known to many as Aunt TT, was a beautiful soul whose life was filled with faith, love, family, and devotion. She loved to sing praises to the Lord, and her faith was a light that touched everyone around her.
She shared a beautiful life with her beloved husband, Wilbert "Buck" Doucet. Together, they built a loving family...
Terry Bruce Underwood
Oct 2, 2026
Terry Bruce Underwood, 77, of Lake Charles, passed away in the early hours of Friday, October 2, 2026. He was born on June 20, 1949, to William and Camille Barnett Underwood.
Terry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was centered on his faith and his family. He loved the Lord and was a faithful worker in his...
Stephen Douglas Smith
Oct 1, 2026
Stephen Douglas "Doug" Smith was born in Wichita, Kansas on December 11, 1961 to Claud and Margie Smith. He passed away surrounded by family and friends on Thursday October 1, 2026.
Doug graduated from Derby High School in Derby, Kansas. An accomplished water skier and Scuba Diver, Doug performed at Sea World as a featured skier. He was a proud member...
