Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Parker Cait Watson
Oct 15, 2026
Parker Cait Watson passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving parents.
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
– Matthew 19:14
Those left to cherish her memory are her parents, Madison Alden Huffman and Evan Doyle Watson; big sisters, Piper and Palmer Watson;...
Pamela Johnson Cary
Oct 15, 2026
Pamela Johnson Cary passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on October 15, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on September 7, 1947, to Howell Johnson and Viola Savant Johnson, Pam grew up in the charming town of Sulphur, Louisiana in a home filled with faith, love, laughter and joyful summers spent at Moss Lake, alongside her...
Rhoda Ann Cooke
Oct 13, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rhoda “Ann” (Langley) Cooke, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many, who entered eternal peace on October 13, 2026, surrounded by love.
Ann was born in Commerce, Texas, the only child of Mary Katherine (Hoover) Langley and Daniel Conway Langley. She graduated from Robstown High School with the...
Peyton Kinsley LaGrange
Oct 13, 2026
“I am kind, I am beautiful, I am smart, I am loved”
Peyton Kinsley LaGrange, 12, of Lake Charles passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Peyton was born in Lake Charles on December 3, 2013. She attended Dolby and Henry Heights Elementary and was currently a student at F. K. White Middle School where she explored her passion for percussion, finding joy...
Leah Ann Trahan
Oct 13, 2026
Leah Ann Trahan, 63, of Vinton, passed away on October 13, 2026, surrounded by her family. Leah loved her family, children and grandchildren. She served and loved all who God sent her way. Her heart and passion was to love the lost, broken, sick and needy. Leah moved to Florida to further her education where she graduated with an associates...
Joseph Camile Reina, Sr.
Oct 13, 2026
Joseph Camile Reina, Sr., (J.C.) 99, of Lake Charles, Louisiana passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the comfort of his home.
Mr. Reina was born October 17,1926 in Lake Charles to Joe and Magdelena Reina. He graduated from Lake Charles High School in 1944. He enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps during WW II where he served in...
Gary William Shook
Oct 10, 2026
Gary William Shook, 73, of Meeker, CO passed away at 3:45 PM on Saturday, October 10, 2026 in a Colorodo hospital.
Born on March 3, 1953, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, he was a proud graduate of DeRidder High School, where he played trumpet in the school band. Following graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army, where he continued sharing his...
Marjorie Gibbs Jackson
Oct 10, 2026
Marjorie Gibbs Jackson, affectionately known as “Sweetie,” was born November 2, 1921, in Hayes, Louisiana, to Kenny and Libby Hayes Gibbs. She grew up in the Hayes community, where she developed the strong work ethic, resourcefulness, and devotion to family that remained with her throughout her life.
Her nickname, “Sweetie,” came from a childhood encounter with a pie that she was...
Effery Thibodeaux, Jr.
Oct 10, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Effery Thibodeaux, Jr., who entered eternal peace on October 10, 2026, at the age of 78. Born and raised in Eunice, Louisiana, "Junior", as he was fondly known, married and made Holmwood, Louisiana his lifelong home.
Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Scott Thibodeaux (Kristi,) Cody Thibodeaux...
Casey Ryan Lanthier
Oct 9, 2026
Casey Ryan Lanthier, 28, of Sulphur, LA passed away Friday, October 9, 2026 in local hospital having succumbed to his injuries following a motor vehicle accident.
Casey was born in Sulphur and was a graduate of Sulphur High School. He resided in Sulphur and Lake Charles. Following graduation, Casey worked with his father, taking on a variety of handyman and home-improvement...
Jennifer Dawn Morris
Oct 8, 2026
Jennifer Dawn Bellon Morris, 49, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at her home. She was born on October 20, 1976, in Morgan City, Louisiana, to Cheryl “Cher” Ann George and Raymond “Red” Jules Bellon.
Jennie married the love of her life, James “Jimmy” Howard Morris Sr., on November 11, 2011, at 11:11 a.m. on the beautiful beaches of...
Henry "Bo" C. Davis
Oct 8, 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...
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...
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...
