Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Barbara Nell Granger Sexton
Aug 5, 2025
Barbara Nell Granger Sexton, 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 17, 1940, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to her beloved parents Hazel Fontenot and Pierre Benjamin Granger.
Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family, whom she...
Charles A. "T-Man" Jackson, Jr.
Aug 5, 2025
Charles A. “T-Man” Jackson, Jr., a proud lifelong resident of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on March 27, 1948, to Charles A. Jackson, Sr., and Virginia Trahan Jackson, Charles was raised in Lake Charles and shaped by his community. He attended St. Margaret Catholic School, and graduated from LaGrange...
Brunella Marie Landry
Aug 3, 2025
Brunella Marie Landry, 61, went home to be with the Lord on August 3, 2025 in Lake Charles, LA. She was born on October 30, 1963 in Lafayette, LA to Clifton Harrison and Mary Alfred Lewis.
Brunella was a follower of Jesus Christ for 40 years. She enjoyed listening to worship, having impromptu bible studies, and sharing the Word of...
John-Jose Connor Welsh
Aug 2, 2025
John-Jose Connor Welsh, age 20, passed away on August 2, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Born on September 18, 2004, in Guatemala City, Guatemala, Connor was lovingly adopted by John and Valeria Moses Welsh, who gave him a home filled with love and laughter.
Connor lived life with open arms and an open heart. His energy was magnetic. When he entered...
Jonathan Curtis Vince
Aug 2, 2025
Jonathan Curtis Vince, 42, of Many died Saturday, August 2, 2025 in Many.
Funeral services will be at 10 AM Saturday, August 9, in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel in Moss Bluff. The Rev. Lloyd Carroll will officiate. Burial will be in Green Oaks Cemetery in Kinder. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM on Friday and from 8:00...
Alexis Nichole Anderson
Aug 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alexis Nichole Anderson, who left us on August 1, 2025, at the age of 31. Born on July 14, 1994, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Alexis was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend. She grew up surrounded by the beauty of the outdoors, with a deep love for the...
Clara Dean Marie Viator
Aug 1, 2025
Clara Dean Marie Viator, 90, of Lake Charles passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025 in a local care facility.
Mrs. Viator was born on July 27, 1935 in Abbeville where she was raised and attended Mount Carmel Catholic High School. She moved to Lake Charles in the late 1950s, where she quickly made this community her home and devoted her...
Dr. Daniel Wickiser, D.C.
Jul 31, 2025
Dr. Daniel Norton Wickiser, DC, of Sulphur, LA, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family on July 31, 2025. Daniel was born in Flora, Illinois on October 29, 1941, to Max and Ruth (Edwards) Wickiser. He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 1964. Daniel started his chiropractic career alongside...
James Wilkinson
Jul 30, 2025
James Ray "Jim" Wilkinson, 86, passed away on July 30th, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was born on March 21, 1939, to Tully Ray Wilkinson and Marguerite Giglio Wilkinson in McComb, Mississippi.
Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army after earning his degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. His professional career spanned many years as an...
Dorothy Nell Roper
Jul 30, 2025
Dorothy Nell Roper, 84, passed away on July 30, 2025, surrounded by her family. Nell first and foremost loved Jesus and her family. Her favorite pastime was talking and visiting. She enjoyed going to church, bible studies and picking up sticks in her yard. Nell’s hobbies consisted of collecting things, antiques, old coins and dolls. She loved working mind game...
Merlin Gremillion
Jul 29, 2025
Merlin James Gremillion Jr., 78, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in New Orleans to Merlin Gremillion Sr. and Lillian Agnes Schmidt Gremillion, Merlin was known for his playful spirit and quick wit. He loved to laugh, joke, and bring joy to those around him, never missing a chance to...
Dorothy Lee Hawkins
Jul 29, 2025
Dorothy Hawkins, 92 of Sulphur, La., passed away peacefully, July 29, 2025. She loved spending time with friends and family and enjoyed eating good food. She loved to go dancing and have a great time, she truly loved life and enjoyed living it to the fullest. Dorothy will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Those left to cherish her...
Glenda Joyce and Raymond Curtis Law
Jul 28, 2025
Raymond Curtis Law, 85, and Glenda Joyce Law, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by their loving family. Raymond entered eternal rest on Friday, July 25, 2025, and Glenda followed on Monday, July 28, 2025. Their unwavering love for each other and their family was evident in every aspect of their lives.
Raymond was born on October 31, 1939, to Winifred and...
Ricardo Antonio "Ricky" Jerez, Jr.
Jul 27, 2025
Ricardo Antonio “Ricky” Jerez, Jr., 77, of Lake Charles passed away at 10:16 AM on Sunday, July 27, 2025 in a local hospital.
Mr. Jerez was born on September 11, 1947, in Guatemala City, Guatemala. He later moved to New Orleans, Louisiana, where he attended Loyola University.
Mr. Jerez began his professional career with Crowley Maritime, a path that eventually led him...
Joni Smith
Jul 26, 2025
Joni Kay James Smith rode into the sunset on July 26, 2025, in Lafayette, Louisiana, surrounded by love, stories, and a lifetime of laughter. Born on October 12, 1966, to Karen Lavens James and Jerry Callen James, Joni was raised with grit, grace, and the good earth of southern Idaho.
She wore many hats and wore them all well: Daughter, Sister,...
Yvonne Marie Lognion
Jul 25, 2025
Yvonne Marie Lognion, age 73, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2025. She was born on July 3, 1952, in Lake Charles, LA, where she lived much of her life.
Yvonne was a proud graduate of LaGrange Senior High School, class of 1970, and spent many years working at Northrop Grumman. She was a fiery and vibrant spirit who loved...
Wallace Fuselier
Jul 24, 2025
Wallace Ray Fuselier, born June 20, 1951. Died peacefully on July 24, 2025 watching western movies in his chair. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife of over 50 years, Lisa Reed Fuselier. his sisters, Ruth Langley, Ellen Edigo, Helen Arterberry, Kathy Jane Fuselier, and Theresa Baronet. He is survived by his daughter, Leah Fuselier, her wife,...
James Luther Dickerson
Jul 23, 2025
James Luther Dickerson, 54, of Carlyss, departed this world for his Heavenly home on Wednesday, July 23, while surrounded by his loved ones.
He is survived by his loving wife, Nadine; children, Michael Henry (Josie), Meghin Dickerson, Ryan Henry, John Dickerson (Hannah), Lauren Dickerson; mother, Peggy Miller Dickerson; sister, Jennifer Hernandez (Danny); brother, Jason Dickerson (Bernadine); and many other loving family...
Jerry Dartez
Jul 23, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Duanne Dartez, 55, who left this world to be with the Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, surrounded by his family following his battle with liver cancer. He was an amazing husband, wonderful father and grandfather, cherished son, loyal brother, and a true friend to many.
Born...
Dr. James Jancuska
Jul 22, 2025
Dr. James Jeffrey Jancuska, 64 passed away on July 22, 2025 in his Lake Charles, Louisiana home. He was born on September 27, 1960 to John A. Jancuska, Sr and Jean Platt Jancuska Thomas in Ridley Township, PA.
Dr. Jancuska attended Mount Pleasant High School in Wilmington, Delaware and studied medicine at Washington and Jefferson College. Dr. Jancuska served as a...
