Obituaries

Jan 17, 2018

The Life of Our Beautiful Mother

On A Beautiful Thursday, May 24, 1934, a baby girl Elsie Mae Thomas-Jones, 83, was born in Rosa, Louisiana to her parents Ducy Thomas and Hender Jones.  She was the oldest of seven children born to her mother Hender Jones.

Elsie resided in Lake Charles, Louisiana most...

Jan 17, 2018

Erica Lynn Hamilton was born to Vernon and Anna Belle (Porter) Hamilton (both deceased) on October 9, 1969. She attended many schools, graduating from Woodbridge High School. She received a B.S. in Sociology from Georgetown University and an MBA from the University of Texas in Austin. She was baptized at the Greater St. Stephen Full Gospel Church in New...

Jan 15, 2018

David Lynn Fontenot, 59, born June 13, 1958 in  Lafayette, La., passed away at Memorial Herman hospital South East on January 15th, 2018 from natural causes.  David was born in Lafayette, La on June 13, 1958 to Hubert Fontenot and Jeanette Jean Fontenot.  He graduated from Washington High School on May 28th 1976.

He served in the Navy from...

Jan 15, 2018

Shelton Piggee Jr. began his earthly journey on November 14, 1945 being born to the parentage of Shelton (Shelly) Piggee and Elnora Vick Piggee in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  He was the fourth child of seven and the eldest son.  At the age of 5, his mother passed away, and he and his siblings were adopted and reared by his...

Jan 13, 2018

Clark G. Duhon, Jr, 47, departed this life on Saturday, January 13, 2018, at home. He was born to Eva Duhon and Clark Duhon, Sr. He was a   native of Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was a  veteran of the United States Marine Corps and served in the Gulf War. He also served as an officer of Vicksburg, Mississippi Police...

Jan 11, 2018

Gerald Michael Batiste, Sr was born on September 1, 1955 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was the 5th child born to the union of Frank Calvin Batiste and Alice Green. Gerald     graduated from W.O. Boston High School and attended Grambling State University. After attending Grambling, Gerald joined the U.S. Army. During this time he married his high school sweetheart,...

Jan 9, 2018

Rita (Glenda) Knatt Gilliam was born June 13, 1950 in Loreauville, Louisiana. Rita was the youngest of four children born to the late Foreman and Mary (Davis) Knatt.

Rita was called home to meet the Lord on January 9, 2018 at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

She graduated from Jonas Henderson High School in 1968. Rita...

Jan 8, 2018

Floyd Allen Doucet Sr., was born on July 19, 1954 in Lake Charles, LA to the late Clarence and Mary (Slaughter) Doucet. He gained his wings on January 8, 2018.

He was a 1973 graduate of Washington High School and employed by Northrop Grumman as an Aircraft Inspector.  He was an avid New Orleans Saints fan, enjoyed...

Jan 6, 2018

Rodney Louis Lazare (Jimmy) 65 years old  A resident of Lake Charles Louisiana passed away on January 6, 2018 and a local hospital surrounded by his family and loved ones Rodney Louis Lazare (Jimmy) was born December 15, 1952 in Lake Charles La Rodney a 1971 Graduate of Marion High School where he was a dynamic football player Upon graduating...

Jan 5, 2018

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Jan 3, 2018

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Dec 28, 2017

Mary Francis was born on October 18,1933 in Church Point La to the late Joseph & Elnora Lewis. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Rose Bellard. As a teenager her family moved to Pine Island La. They later moved to Lake Charles La.

Mary Francis met and married Cleveland Reed Sr. on February...

Dec 24, 2017

Mercedes DeVille Thibodeaux, "Mama Merce" was born July 8, 1924 to the union of Arthur DeVille and Maude Berry DeVille in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Her hobbies included cooking, occasional casino outings, watching the news, talking on the phone and spending time with family. Mama Merce was a loving and devoted wife to Adjuston Thibodeaux for 42 years. Mercedes was preceded...

Dec 21, 2017

On November 20, 1945 Harry p. (Candyman) Victorian was born to the late Edwin and Eugenia Victorian. He is survived by his companion, Jonnie Mango, and children Edward(Andrea) Victorian, Arlanna Victorian, Troy Marks, Amanda(James) Johnson, and Janet Morgan. He was a devoted grandfather to eleven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren  and brother to Phillip(Theresa)Victorian, Fred (Beaulah)Victorian, Elray(Kay)Victorian, Laura(late Nolton)Goodly, Loretta...

Dec 20, 2017

In need of another Angel, on Wednesday, December 20, 2017, God decided to call one of his most beloved sons home. Roy Anthony Rosamore, 90, the son of the late Peter Rosamore and Lena Woods Rosamore, was born on June 3, 1927 in Lake Charles, LA. Roy was born a twin to Leroy Rosamore, and together they were named the...

Dec 19, 2017

The Legacy of the Matriarch

L ovey O phelia A rbuthnot D eJean Lovey Ophelia Aruthnot DeJean was born in Centreville, MS to the late James Posey Arbutnot, Sr. and Sarah Dennis Arbuthnot on April 25, 1933.  She was a longtime resident of Lake Charles,...

Dec 17, 2017

Yvonne (Bonnie) Jones, was born July 27, 1954 to the late Annie Bell and Clement Jones Sr. in Lake Charles, La.

She was a life long resident of Lake Charles and a faithful member of St. Henry's Catholic Church. She served the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court 168 as, Grand Lady and Jr. Daughter Counselor...

Dec 14, 2017

Lake Charles, La – Shirley Ruth Peters McKnight, 77, transitioned from her earthly home at 7:40 am Thursday, December 14, 2017, in a local hospital.

A native of Lake Charles, La, she was born to Emile and Maud Peters, Sr.  She lived in Wheatley Heights, Long Island, New York for 38 years and was a foster mother...

Dec 11, 2017

Honoring The Life and Legacy of Jesse Vincent Collins

March 17, 1945 - December 11, 2017

God saw you getting tired.  A cure was not to be, so He put His arms around you and whispered, "Come with Me."  With tearful eyes and much admiration, we witnessed your faith, strength and...

Dec 7, 2017

Dolores was born in the rural village of Parks, La. (located between St. Martinville and Breaux Bridge) to the union of Wesley and Helen Berard.  She was the first child, and only girl in this family.  She had three brothers, Alexander, Wesley, Jr. and Roland.

She attended Parks Elementary School and Holy Rosary Institute in Lafayette, La.  ...