Darnell Wayne Holloway, Jr.

Darnell Wayne Holloway, Jr., 43, transitioned from his life Saturday, July 11, 2020 from Harbor Hospice.  He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles.

He was born to Patricia “Lynn” LaFleur Elie and Darnell Wayne Holloway, Sr. on October 3, 1976.  He was the oldest of three children.  Darnell was a 1998 graduate of Alfred M. Barbe High School.  He was a poster child for the Children’s Miracle Network and was actively involved with the Special Olympics.  He enjoyed listening to country music, fishing and spending time with family.  Darnell was always a happy young man and was best known for his beautiful smile.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his mother, Patricia “Lynn” LaFleur Elie; father, Darnell Wayne Holloway, Sr.; paternal grandmother, Estella Holloway; two sisters, Eureka Carter (Mike) and April Gauthier; two nephews, Ayden Gauthier and Michael “Trey” Carter and  two nieces, Ashanti Carter and Nevaeh Mouton.  He also leaves a host of aunts, uncles and extended family, as well as special and devoted friends, John and Joanne Arabie.

He was preceded in death by his by his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas LaFleur; paternal grandfather, Lionel Holloway, Sr. and uncle, Thomas K. LaFleur.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 PM Friday, July 17, 2020 in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel.  Reverend Clifton Stevens will officiate.  Interment will follow in Combre Memorial Park.  Visitation Friday will be from 10:00 AM until the time of service in the funeral home.

In compliance with current COVID 19 order, we respectfully request gatherings be limited and all attendants wear face masks.