Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Camille Leone Albers
Jul 23, 2026
Camille Bridget Leone Albers, 89, of Lake Charles passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026 in a local hospital.
Mrs. Albers was born on June 15, 1937, in Lake Charles. She was a proud graduate of St. Charles Academy. She lived most of her life in the Lake Charles and Sweetlake communities. In 1954, she married her sweetheart, George, and together they...
James "Jim" Darrell Blake
Jul 22, 2026
James "Jim" Darrell Blake, 84, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Jim was born on January 2, 1942, in Hammond, Louisiana, to James A. Blake and Grace Blake. At the age of five, his family moved to Lake Charles where he spent the rest of his life.
He is survived...
William Anthony Mancuso
Jul 22, 2026
William A. Mancuso (a/k/a Bill, Dad and Papa)
Bill was born on July 29, 1933, and he went home to his Lord and Savior on July 22, 2026. He was also looking forward to seeing the love of his life, Shirley “Jean” Mancuso!!
Bill was born in Lake Charles as the oldest of four children to his parents, Basil T. Mancuso and...
Nelda Earl Ballard
Jul 22, 2026
Nelda Earl Ballard, 87, of Oakdale, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at her home with her family by her side. She was born on July 12, 1939, in Mabb, Louisiana, to Roy Leonard Earl and Nellie Francis Mathews Earl.
Raised in Elizabeth, Louisiana, Nelda built her life on a deep and abiding faith...
Nyna Jean Lust
Jul 20, 2026
With heavy hearts and fond memories, we celebrate the life of Nyna Jean Lust, who passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, in her home in Sulphur, Louisiana. Born on September 13, 1951, in Dequincy, LA, Nyna was a spirited soul who brought warmth and laughter to everyone around her.
Nyna was a proud mom to her two daughters, Tracey Navarre...
Anna "Annie" Gail Dupree Allen
Jul 20, 2026
Anna "Annie" Gail Dupree Allen, 65, of Lake Charles passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026, in a local hospital.
Born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on June 27, 1961, she was a lifelong resident of the city she dearly loved. She graduated from Lake Charles High School before earning a bachelor's degree in Sociology from McNeese State University, along with teaching...
Lester Matthew Landry
Jul 19, 2026
Lester Matthew Landry, 94, passed away on July 19, 2026, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 30, 1931 in Baton Rouge, LA to Joseph Edgar and Noemie Louise White Landry, he was the youngest of five boys. He was raised in Baton Rouge but Lake Charles, LA was home for the past seventy-six years.
During the...
Sandra Desadier Fournet
Jul 18, 2026
Sandra Desadier Fournet passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, at the age of 75, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 15, 1951, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Sandy dedicated her life to caring for others. She graduated from Lake Charles High in 1969 where she was a proud member of the marching group the Kilties. After earning her...
John Nicholas Green
Jul 17, 2026
John Nicholas Green, 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026. He was born on March 5, 1945, in Barberton, Ohio, to Betty Blosser and Bert Green.
John owned and operated Family Tire for more than 25 years before retiring. He also founded and operated Secret Santa in Ohio, dedicating himself to ensuring that every child received a Christmas gift....
Steven Smudricks
Jul 17, 2026
Steven Wade Smudricks, 48, passed away on July 17, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Steven was born on July 29, 1977, in Lake Charles, LA, to John and Louise Smudricks. A carpenter by trade, he worked side by side with his dad at J&H construction for over 30 years. They remodeled Evergreen Plantation and many other fine homes across...
Della Mae Duplechin
Jul 16, 2026
Della Mae Fontenot Duplechin, 70, died on Thursday, July 16, 2026, in Sulphur, LA. She was a native of Mamou, Louisiana, and has been a resident of Sulphur for the last 30 years. She was a member of Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church. Della enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family.
Survivors include her brother, Wesley Joseph Fontenot, Jr....
Joyce Flores
Jul 16, 2026
Joyce Mae Flores, 74, of Vinton, La. passed away on July 16, 2026. She was born October 27, 1951 in Orange, Tx. to her parents, Oran Alvin Gould and Effie Mary Gould. She married Ramon Flores Jr. on December 1, 1976 and together they shared 40 years. Joyce spent most of her life in Vinton, La. She was a devoted...
Andrew Bryce Thibodeaux
Jul 16, 2026
Andrew "Drew" Bryce Thibodeaux, 40, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Drew was born on May 9, 1986, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Mitchell Paul Thibodeaux and Paige Elizabeth Nelson Barrentine.
Drew graduated from Barbe High School before attending SOWELA Technical Community College, where he studied welding, working as a welder for several...
Betty Ann Buquet
Jul 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Ann Buquet, who left this world on July 16, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on October 22, 1930, in Rayne, Louisiana, Betty lived a life full of love, laughter, and compassion. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, leaving a cherished legacy of kindness and...
Donald Marshall Sistrunk
Jul 16, 2026
Donald Marshall Sistrunk, 75, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026. He was born on September 7, 1950, in Ruston, Louisiana, to Gloria Odom and William Marshall Sistrunk.
Donald proudly served his country in the United States Army as a medic during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he dedicated 31 years of employment to PPG before retiring.
A man of...
Keith Joseph Holland
Jul 16, 2026
Keith Holland, 63, passed away on July 16, 2026, surrounded by those who loved him.
Keith was a kind and generous man who never met a stranger. He was always willing to help anyone in need and was known for his strong work ethic and sharp mind. He had a great sense of humor and a way of understanding just about...
Shirley Hollier Verrette
Jul 15, 2026
Shirley Hollier Verrette, 91, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
She was born on May 29, 1935 to Oscar and Louise Hollier, and was raised with her four brothers, Louis, Frank, George, and Jack. After graduating from Mamou High School, she attended USL for a couple of years before marrying her husband, Harold Verrette. They soon moved to...
Joshua Lee Pruitt
Jul 14, 2026
Joshua Lee Pruitt, 41, of Lake Charles, passed away suddenly on July 14, 2026.
Josh was a kind, caring, and loving man who was known for helping others. He had a generous heart and would gladly give the shirt off his back to someone in need. Whether it was family, a friend, or a stranger, Josh was always willing to...
Margaret Ann Maggio Ewing
Jul 14, 2026
Margaret Ann Maggio Ewing, 95, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Born on October 2, 1930, in New Roads, Louisiana, she was the daughter of Raymond and Margherite Maggio.
Margaret spent her childhood in New Roads. She attended Baton Rouge High School, and later graduated from Poydras High School. She completed her undergraduate studies at...
