Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
David Leonard Sims
Nov 12, 2025
David Leonard Sims went home to the loving arms of his Savior on November 12, 2025. He was born on January 22, 1941, to Leonard “Fuzzy” Sims and Mary Lucille Sims.
His father’s work in the oilfield took the family across the country, but they eventually settled in Lake Charles, where David graduated from LaGrange High School in 1959. There, he...
James Richard Barber, Sr.
Nov 11, 2025
James Richard Barber, Sr.July 4, 1939 - November 11, 2025
James Richard Barber, Sr. “Jim”, 86 years old of Vinton was born in Lake Charles, La., to Vernon William and Louise Barber.
He attended Marion High School where he played football and had received a scholarship from LSU in track but decided to join the United States Navy in 1956 instead. He...
Charlann Johnson
Nov 9, 2025
Charlann Lesh Johnson, 80, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on November 9, 2025.
Charlann was born on November 4, 1945, in Guthrie, Oklahoma to Jacob Charles Lesh, Jr. and Gloria Ann Lesh (nee Boedecker). Her family moved to Lake Charles, Louisiana in 1959. She graduated from Lake Charles High School and attended McNeese State University. In 1967, Charlann married...
Cleadis James Mott
Nov 9, 2025
Cleadis James Mott of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away at the age of 93 surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
Cleadis was born to Louis and Azena Pousson Mott on August 20, 1932, in Welsh, Louisiana, and later established his residence in South Lake Charles with wife, Cora Mae. There, they provided their two daughters, Donna and Janet,...
Carolyn Dale Jackson Gifford
Nov 8, 2025
Carolyn Dale Jackson Gifford, 81, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Born on October 7, 1944, to Gloria Ellen Manning and Carl Wilson Jackson, Carolyn lived a life marked by faith, family, and an unyielding eye for a bargain.
A proud graduate of McNeese State University with a bachelor's degree, Carolyn channeled her sharp mind and...
Betty Gaspard
Nov 8, 2025
Betty Lou Gaspard entered eternal rest in the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and cherished friends, she passed peacefully in Lake Charles, Louisiana, as prayers and songs of gratitude filled the room.
Born and raised in Lake Charles, Betty Lou was a 1951 graduate of Lake Charles High School,...
Sheila Joan Lejeune
Nov 8, 2025
Sheila Joan Gauthreaux Lejeune, 67, of Vinton, LA, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Born in Lake Charles on March 12, 1958, Sheila lived a life full of love, grace, and quiet strength. A graduate of McNeese State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, she brought dedication and integrity to everything she did.
Sheila shared...
Russell Thomas Hardy
Nov 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Russell Thomas Hardy, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, who left this world on November 8, 2025, at the age of 65. Russell was born in Kinder, Louisiana, and spent his life in Iowa, Louisiana, where he touched the hearts of many with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit.
Russell, known for...
Hartwell Frank Golightly, Jr.
Nov 7, 2025
Hartwell Frank Golightly, Jr, 81, of Moss Bluff passed away at 5:22 PM on Friday, November 7, 2025 in a local hospice facility.
Frank was born to Hartwell Frank Golightly and Laura Golightly in Lake Charles, LA on December 2, 1943. He was raised in Iowa, LA where he was a graduate of Iowa High School. Mr. Golightly proudly served the...
Edward D. Ward Jr.
Nov 6, 2025
Edward Durward Ward, Jr., lovingly known as "Buddy," passed away on November 6, 2025, at the age of 85.
Buddy was born on October 28, 1940, and grew up in Houston, Texas. He proudly served his country as a member of the Marine Corps Reserve.
He began his career in Houston with Matco while attending college, studying chemistry. Later, Buddy moved his...
Ricky Kurt Phillip Bellard
Nov 6, 2025
Obituary for Ricky Kurt Bellard September 7, 1956 – November 6, 2025
Ricky Kurt Bellard, a Louisiana native with a rebel’s heart and a rock-and-roll soul, passed away on November 6, 2025, at the age of 69.
Born to Hilton and Angelle Bellard on September 7, 1956, Ricky grew up surrounded by love, laughter, and a touch of mischief, the kind that...
Michael Kennedy Aubry
Nov 5, 2025
Michael Kennedy Aubry, 71, of Lake Charles passed away at 10:29 AM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 in a Sulphur hospital.
Mr. Aubry was born on January 9, 1954, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, where he lived all of his life. He was a proud graduate of Washington High School and earned a scholarship to Tulane University and later attended McNeese State...
Joseph "Lil Joe" Lee LaRocca
Nov 4, 2025
Joseph "Lil Joe" Lee LaRocca, Jr., a beloved husband, father, son, uncle, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on January 25, 1975, in Lake Charles, LA, Joe was a proud graduate of Bell City High School and spent much of his career as an Operations Manager with CEI Transportation, a role he...
Elaine L. Rials
Nov 4, 2025
Elaine Laughlin Rials, 96, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Elaine was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her life to her family. A homemaker at heart, she raised five children with unwavering love and care. For a time, she also worked as a secretary, but her greatest joy was...
Kevin Todd Creel
Nov 3, 2025
Kevin Todd Creel, 66, of Lake Charles passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025 in his residence following a brief illness.
He was born on September 21, 1959, in Lake Charles, where he lived all of his life. He was a graduate of Barbe High School and worked in the construction industry.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. His love for...
Bradley Joe "Brad" Rogers
Nov 3, 2025
Bradley Joe Rogers, 67, of Lake Charles passed away suddenly in the comfort of his home on Monday, November 3, 2025.
Brad was born on December 4, 1957 in Lafayette and resided where his career took him before settling in Lake Charles. A proud graduate of the University of Kansas "KU", Brad earned his degree in Political Science and English and...
Wanda Stanley
Nov 3, 2025
Surrounded by her loved ones, Wanda (Woodard) Stanley went home to be with Jesus on November 3, 2025. After a long journey battling cancer since 1996, she exemplified strength and resilience, winning each battle with grace. Known for her kindness and warmth, Wanda was the epitome of a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, offering the best hugs to...
Wilma Joyce Collins Moore
Nov 3, 2025
Wilma Joyce Collins Moore 89 of Lake Charles died on November 3, 2025 at Harbor Hospice. Wilma was born in Opelousas, LA, July 23, 1936, to Willie Mae and Claude Collins. In 1943 she moved with her parents to Lake Charles, LA, where she resided for 82 years until her death. She was a graduate of Central School, Lake Charles...
Tammy Lynn Hebert Beard
Nov 2, 2025
Tammy Lynn Hebert Beard, beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on November 2, 2025, at the age of 62. Born on January 2, 1963, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Tammy lived her life to the fullest with an infectious spirit that drew everyone around her in.
Tammy spent her career as an account’s payable bookkeeper for Lake City Trucking but most...
