Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Loicy Bellard Citizen
Sep 19, 2025
Loicy Bellard Citizen, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend was born August 28, 1941 to Antoine and Edoila (Babineaux) Bellard of Lawtell, La. Loicy was a native of Lake Charles, La for sixty plus years and a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. She peacefully transitioned on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Harbor Hospice into eternal...
Ralph Midkiff
Sep 19, 2025
It is with great sadness that Ralph Edward Midkiff, born on May 9, 1956, in Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on September 19, 2025, in Moss Bluff, Louisiana. He was 69 years old.
Ralph’s life was rooted deeply in the values of humility, kindness, and quiet strength. Those fortunate enough to know him often described him as the most humble and caring...
Bill Bertrand, Sr.
Sep 19, 2025
Billy Lee “Bill” Bertrand, Sr., 77, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home in Sulphur, Louisiana, on September 19, 2025, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Bill’s life was a testament to resilience, love, and creativity.
Born in Cameron, Louisiana, on January 10, 1948, Bill was the son of LeRoy Bertrand and Helen (Lyons) Bertrand, both...
Betty Jane Ardoin
Sep 18, 2025
Betty Jane Ardoin, 75, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on Thursday September 18,2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 23, 1949, in Jennings, Louisiana, to Abbie Joseph and Beatrice Marie Duhon Ardoin.
Jane will be remembered for her kindness, humor, strong faith, love of family, and her passion for cooking and gardening. She dedicated her life...
Barbara Ann Papillion Aubry
Sep 17, 2025
Barbara Ann Papillion Aubry, 69, of Lake Charles passed away at 4:47 PM on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in a local hospice facility.
Mrs. Aubry was born on December 14, 1955, in Eunice, Louisiana, and was a proud graduate of Chatagnier High School.
In the late 1970s, she met the love of her life in Lake Charles, where they built a life...
Valerie Lou Ziegler
Sep 17, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share the news of Valerie Lou Ziegler, who left us unexpectedly on September 17, 2025. Born on February 17, 1977, in Sulphur, LA, Valerie was a vibrant soul known for her bright blue eyes and warm smile that could light up any room.Valerie spent her early career as a print tech at Alpha Graphics for five...
Charles "CW" Wilber Newcomer, Jr.
Sep 17, 2025
Charles Wilber Newcomer Jr, known by many as “Charlie or “CW,” passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, September 17, 2025, in Sulphur, La., at the age of 81 with his family by his side. Charles was born on July 13, 1944, in DeRidder, La. He was the son of WWII Veteran, Charles Wilber Newcomer, Sr. and Sarah Carlisle Newcomer.
Charles spent...
Dewey Lynn Lognion
Sep 17, 2025
Dewey Lynn Lognion, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on September 17, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Bell City, Louisiana, on April 28, 1944, Dewey dedicated his life to his family and his work as a skilled carpenter in the construction industry, notably with Russell Stutes Construction.
Dewey was a devout member of the Catholic...
Jo Ellen Jordan
Sep 17, 2025
Jo Ellen Jordan, 89, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on July 26, 1936, in Rosepine, Louisiana, to William and Millie Rice Foshee, Jo Ellen lived a life marked by faith, love, and devotion. A faithful member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, she served joyfully, helping coordinate church gatherings...
Floyd Edward "Eddie" Foreman, Jr.
Sep 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Floyd Edward “Eddie” Foreman Jr., who left us on September 16, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on August 7, 1962, in Welsh, Louisiana, Eddie lived life to the fullest, cherishing moments spent with friends and family.
Eddie was known for his love of playing guitar and riding motorcycles,...
Tressa Tennille Boudreaux
Sep 16, 2025
Tressa Tennille Boudreaux passed unexpectedly at the age of 48 on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, in Grand Lake, Louisiana.
Tressa was born on December 13, 1976, and grew up in Cameron and Creole, Louisiana. She proudly represented the 1996 graduating class of South Cameron High School. She was a current resident of Grand Lake, Louisiana. She was employed at Keith's Paint...
Julia Marie Richard DeLoach
Sep 16, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Julia Richard DeLoach, who left this world on September 16, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on July 16, 1954, weighing only 2 lbs. she was the first premature baby born at Memorial Hospital. Julia was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend whose warmth and compassion touched the...
Barbara "Bobbie" Soileau
Sep 16, 2025
Barbara "Bobbie" Cradure Soileau, 72, passed away peacefully at her home on September 16, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on October 18, 1952, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Ernest Joseph Cradure and Cassie Miller Cradure.
Bobbie was a graduate of Westlake High School. She worked for many years as a material coordinator among multiple of plants...
Robert Lynn Richard
Sep 14, 2025
Robert (Bob) Richard, born May 28,1943, to the union of J.C. and Namaze Richard, passed from this life on September 14,2025, at Harbor Hospice with his loving wife of fifty-one years, Lorraine Richard, at his bedside. He leaves along with his wife, two daughters, Sandra Lopez and Stephanie Richard, three sons, Charles "Sonny" Borrel (Amy), Joseph Yarborough, and Donald Richard,...
Gary Scroggs
Sep 14, 2025
Gary Scroggs, 78, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on September 7, 1947, in Alexandria, Louisiana, Gary was the beloved son of Kirby and Dorothy LaBorde Scroggs. A proud graduate of Marksville High School, he went on to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of...
Tim Honeycutt
Sep 12, 2025
Timothy Scott Honeycutt, 59, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on September 12, 2025, after a lengthy illness, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on November 4, 1965, Timothy was the beloved son of the late Herbert Ivan Honeycutt and Roberta Lois Crow. He graduated from Sulphur High School and went on to earn a degree in General Studies from McNeese...
Linda Jean Sell Foreman
Sep 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Jean Foreman, who left us on September 12, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on October 10, 1948, in Nebraska City, Nebraska, Linda touched the lives of everyone around her with her warmth, laughter, and unyielding love for her family.
Linda dedicated her life to being a devoted...
Jeanne Talbot
Sep 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanne Eva Talbot, who left us peacefully on September 12, 2025, at the age of 88. Jeanne was born on January 23, 1937, in Elton, Louisiana, and spent her life as a beloved homemaker, devoted to her family and all who knew her. Jeanne's warmth, kindness, and unwavering love...
Robert Dale Whitfill
Sep 11, 2025
Robert Whitfill, 82, passed away on September 11, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. Mr. Whitfill was born and raised in Plainview, TX. During high school, he met his first wife. After graduation, for a short time, he attended Wayland Baptist College in Plainview, TX. During the early years, they lived in Seagraves, TX, Hobbs, NM, Hereford, TX, and back to Hobbs,...
