Obituaries

Sep 19, 2024

Thomas AJ Batiste Jr. was born on July 16, 1945, in Lake Charles, La. to Thomas AJ Batiste Sr. and Mary Lee (Jones) Batiste.

Thomas attended Sacred Heart of Jesus Elementary School, then WO Boston High School.

He was drafted in the US Army in January 1969; after training,...

Sep 13, 2024

Melanie Dise-Victorian, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, entered her heavenly rest on September 13, 2024, with her husband and granddaughter by her bedside.

Melanie was born on August 6, 1963, in Lake Charles, Louisiana to the union of John and Elaine Dise. She grew up being the youngest of six siblings in Springfield, Massachusetts....

Aug 19, 2024

Therese (Gobert) Simien, 82, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away on August 19, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Her life was a testament to the boundless love and selflessness she shared with all who knew her. Therese was renowned for her generosity, always ready to do whatever she could for those in need.

Aug 18, 2024

Bernice George was born May 18, 1926, to Eva Zeno and Phillip George, Sr.  She became Eva's third daughter alongside her sisters Cora, Millie and younger brother Walter.

Her family moved from Scott, Louisiana, to Lake Charles, Louisiana, in the mid-1930s.   The family joined Christian Baptist Church under the pastoral leadership of Rev. W. C. Clark.  In...

Aug 8, 2024

King Lee John was born on September 13, 2006, to Sheldon Lee John and Alana Ceasar-John in Jacksonville, Florida. Weighing just 3 lbs 14 oz at birth, King began life as a preemie, facing and overcoming early challenges, including hearing issues, with remarkable strength and resilience. He grew into an exceptional student, earning a 4.3 GPA and...

Aug 7, 2024

"The Celebration of Life"

On December 31, 1931 Eldry "Buck" Predium was born to Dan and Leona (Guillory) Predium in Welsh, LA. He transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home on August 7, 2024 at his home.

He married the love of his life, Betty...

Aug 5, 2024

Kenneth Ray (Ken) Moore Sr. was born July 21, 1945 and entered into eternal rest on August 5, 2024. He was the son of Willie Moore Sr. and Ruth Moore of Iowa, Louisiana. His Christian parents were hard workers, staples of the community and the proud parents of 13 beautiful children. As a young kid Kenneth developed...

Aug 3, 2024

This is My Story

The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed; those who help others are helped Proverbs 11:25 MSG

Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, Florence Jean LeBlanc Fontenot, peacefully entered eternal rest on Saturday, August 3, 2024. Florence was born in...

Jul 30, 2024

Obituary Pending

Jul 28, 2024

Obituary pending

Jul 27, 2024

Latricia Hope Mayo, affectionately known as "Hope," entered this world on June 19, 1976, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, as the ninth and last child of Gilbert and Shirley Mayo. Born prematurely at just 1 pound and 11 ounces, her early arrival marked the beginning of a remarkable journey. Hope received her education at Immaculate Heart of Mary...

Jul 23, 2024

In Loving Memory

. Of

Elliott Jerome Lewis

Sunrise October 4, 1977 - Sunset July 23,2024

Elliott Jerome Lewis as "Pooh Bear" by those who have known and loved him. Elliott was born in Lake Charles, La. To Mary Louise Goodman...

Jul 21, 2024

Leora Mary Davis passed away peacefully on July 21, 2024.

Leora was preceded in death by her loving husband, Clifton Davis Sr.; her cherished daughters, Cynthia Landry and Veronica "Jeannie" Davis; daughter-in-law, Janice Davis (Donald); her sons-in-law, Terrance Landy (Cynthia) and Robert Rudd (Carol); her granddaughters, Kimberly Davis (Donald) and Lauren Landry (Cynthia);...

Jul 19, 2024

Visitation will be held at Combre Funeral Home on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 9:00 A.M. - 11:40 A.M.

Services will be held at St. Margaret Catholic Church on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 12:00 P.M.

Sacred Heart Mausoleum

Jul 16, 2024

Hayward Louis Richard Sr.

"Billy"

Hayward Richard was born on January 17, 1937, to Horace and Lucille Mallet Richard in Jennings, Louisiana. He died at the age of 87 on July 16, 2024. After graduating from Jeff Davis High School, Hayward served in the United States Navy. In 1961,...

Jul 6, 2024

Visitation will be Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Combre Funeral Home from 9am - 11:10am.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 11:30am.

Jul 5, 2024

On Friday July 5,2024, God decided to bring one of his beloved daughters home.

Bessie Ray Rosamore,90, the daughter of the late Promise and Rosalie Johnson was born on July 21,1933 in Peakville, La. Bessie was the third out of ten blessings bestowed on this union. She accepted Christ in her life at...

Jun 17, 2024

Joyce Marie Guillory, daughter of Austin Guillory Sr. and Philomen Thibodeaux was born May 26, 1938. She transitioned peacefully on June 17, 2024.

Joyce grew up in Lawtell, LA with her siblings, Abner, Lionel, Lloyd, Lewis, Etienne, Austin Jr., James Donald, Melba Jean, Charles and Paul, all who preceded her in life.

She lived in...

Jun 17, 2024

Godfrey Wayne Weston, the third son and child of Elijah Sr. and Zerline Nickerson Weston, was born on January 22, 1951. His peaceful journey home began on June 17, 2024.

From his early years, Wayne was deeply rooted in his faith. He was baptized as an infant and later, when he was of age, he accepted Jesus...

Jun 13, 2024

Obituary pending.