Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Ronald Augustin Rossitto
Feb 3, 2026
Ronnie Rossitto, 75, passed away on Tuesday, February 3. Born and raised in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Ronnie spent his life serving the community he proudly called home.
Ronnie dedicated many decades of his professional life to the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office, beginning in 1979. Over the years, he served in leadership roles including Head of the Misdemeanor Section, Head of...
Earl Turner Collier
Feb 2, 2026
Earl Turner Collier, 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 29, 1938, to Sally Burres and Rob Collier.
Earl spent many years working for the United States Postal Service. He began his career as a mailman in the era when carriers walked their routes, hauling mail in a...
Gail Howell
Feb 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Gail Howell, who left us on February 2, 2026, just shy of her 73rd birthday. Born on February 14, 1953, in Tennessee, Gail made her home in Sulphur, LA, where she brightened the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her. Gail enjoyed reading her Bible and...
Larry J. Landry
Feb 1, 2026
Larry Landry Jr. was born on July 22, 1944, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to the late Johnny Landry Sr. and Mable Cating Landry.
Larry grew up in Hecker and Iowa, Louisiana, where he attended school and graduated in 1962. He loved the Lord and was baptized at an early age.
After graduating, Larry moved to Lake Charles and went to work at...
John David King IV
Jan 31, 2026
John David King IV, 43, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was born on March 28, 1982, in Montgomery, Alabama, to Carla Brown and John David King III.
John was a graduate of Hamilton Christian High School and worked for many years as a cell tower technician, most recently with MCommunications. He was known for his great sense of...
John David Savoy
Jan 31, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John David Savoy, who left us on January 31, 2026, at the age of 83. John was born on February 6, 1942, in Elton, Louisiana, and spent his life proudly working as a truck driver for Matlack Inc. His dedication to his job and his love for the open...
Ruby Boudreaux
Jan 31, 2026
Ruby Faye Logue Boudreaux, 80 years old, passed away on January 31, 2026, surrounded by her children.
She was a native of Hackberry and lived most of her life in Lake Charles.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. She was born in a family of 10 children.
She is survived by one sister, Lena Logue Knight.
She is...
Ernest Lee Vincent
Jan 31, 2026
Ernest Lee Vincent, age 93, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and service to his community. Born on January 24, 1933, in Cameron, Louisiana, Ernest was the beloved son of Durphy Vincent and Ruby Trahan Vincent.
A proud graduate of Creole High School, Class of 1951, Ernest carried the values of hard work, integrity, and commitment throughout...
Dana Al Matte
Jan 31, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dana Al Matte, born on July 28, 1950, in Kinder, Louisiana. Dana departed this world on January 31, 2026, in the comfort of his home leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and cherished memories.
Dana was a graduate of Lacassine High School Class of '69. After high school Dana...
Sandra Dee Drost
Jan 30, 2026
Sandra Dee Drost, loving wife, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, was born on June 4, 1944, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She peacefully departed this world on January 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering support for her family and community.Dee, as she was affectionately known, spent her life nurturing her family and filling their lives...
Myrna Jo Benoit Trahan
Jan 29, 2026
Myrna Jo Benoit Trahan, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, in her home in Hayes, Louisiana. Born on February 25, 1939, in Gueydan, Louisiana, Myrna exemplified the spirit of love and kindness which she shared generously with all who knew her.
A devoted homemaker, Myrna dedicated her life to nurturing and supporting her family,...
Christopher George Ange, Sr.
Jan 29, 2026
Christopher George Ange, Sr., “George,” passed away on January 29, 2026, at his home in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with his family by his side. Born on September 20, 1961, in Lake Charles, George lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service.
George was the beloved son of Sam and Barbara Calloura Ange, husband of 43 years to Lisa Kohnke Ange,...
Gardner Ray Fontenot
Jan 27, 2026
Gardner Ray Fontenot, 78, of Lake Charles passed away at 4:46 AM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 in a local hospice facility.
Mr. Fontenot was born on June 12, 1947 in Jennings, LA.
A man of courage and strength with a gentle smile and loving heart. He carried himself with peace and graciousness. He not only fought for his country he fought...
Gary Radford Goodaker
Jan 27, 2026
Gary Radford Goodaker, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 5, 1947, in Princeton, Kentucky, to Mary Loreite McConnell Goodaker and James "Ted" Russell Goodaker.
Gary proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was a devoted family man who cherished time spent with his loved...
Evelyn Marie Schopen
Jan 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Evelyn Marie Guillory Schopen, on January 27, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born March 18, 1937, to Floureman “Jack” and Ruby DeRouen Guillory in the country 4 miles South of Welsh, Louisiana. Evelyn was the only girl among her brothers and was lovingly...
Rayford Joseph Meche
Jan 27, 2026
Rayford J. Meche, 75, of DeQuincy, passed away on January 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 29, 1950 to Gilbert “Tatoo” and Irene Francois Meche.
Rayford was an honest, hardworking man who lived life with grit, humor, and integrity. He was a gifted storyteller with a dry, matter-of-fact wit and was known for saying exactly...
Rhonda Gayle Fontenot
Jan 27, 2026
Rhonda Gayle Fontenot, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on January 27, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on March 12, 1961, in Welsh, Louisiana, Rhonda spent her life deeply dedicated to her family and the children she served in her impactful profession as a juvenile probation officer for the Office of Juvenile Justice Services (OJJS).
Rhonda graduated...
Thomas Edward Kramer, Sr.
Jan 27, 2026
Thomas Edward Kramer, Sr., a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, in Iowa, LA. Born on December 4, 1963, in Welsh, LA, Tom lived a life rich in love and compassion, surrounded by family and friends who cherished him deeply.
After high school Tom became an owner-operator truck driver, a role that allowed...
Rebecca Faye LaRocca
Jan 26, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rebecca LaRocca, aged 72, on January 26, 2026. Born on August 10, 1953, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Rebecca touched the lives of everyone she met with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for her family.
Rebecca graduated from LaGrange High School and furthered her education at McNeese State University. In...
Bethany Walsh
Jan 25, 2026
Mary Bethany Walsh, 69, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, January 25th, 2026.
Bethany is survived by her sister, Louise Walsh; brother, Al Walsh and his wife Amy; niece, Ashley Shempert and her husband Donnie; and two great nieces, Tamrah and Autumn; nephew, Al Walsh, IV and his wife Melinda; nephew, Matt Smith; two great nephews,...
