Local Obituaries

Janet McCauley Rosteet

Dec 12, 2024

Janet McCauley Rosteet, 76, passed away peacefully December 12, 2024, at a local hospital. Janet was a teacher for 20 years, and later became a Social Worker after getting her master’s degree. 

Janet enjoyed watching show dogs and she enjoyed being around her horses. 

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 35 years, Rudy Rosteet; daughter, Mia Rutherford;...

Ramona Primeaux

Dec 12, 2024

Ramona Ann Primeaux passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024. She was born on December 4, 1955 in Lake Charles, La. Ramona was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved spending time with her kids and grandchildren. She also enjoyed gardening, shopping, going to the beach and celebrating Mardi Gras.

Left to cherish her memory is her...

Ruth Ann Bertrand Granger

Dec 11, 2024

Ruth was born on January 4, 1946, in Opelousas, LA. She was the new year's baby. She entered the Gates of Heaven on December 11, 2024. She was steadfast in her Catholic faith, which she instilled in her children. She was truly a tireless and dedicated devoted mother. She enjoyed the simple things in life, her coffee, rocking chair, a...

Charlotte Lee

Dec 11, 2024

Charlotte Yandle Lee, 77, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024. She was born on January 4, 1947, in Lafayette, Louisiana, to Lacy Elwood Yandle and Gussy Mae Campbell Yandle.

She built a life filled with love, faith, and community. In her early years Charlotte worked as a bank teller, and it was there she met Frederick...

Avita Richard

Dec 11, 2024

Avita A. Richard, 91, of Sulphur, LA passed away on December 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Avita was born on July 11, 1933, in Kaplan, LA to Edian and Odeya.

Avita loved caring for her family, sewing, cooking, and playing card games with her grandchildren. The highlight of her life was being a homemaker, taking care of her family...

Mary Frances Ford Conner

Dec 10, 2024

Mary Frances Ford Conner, 80, of Iowa passed away at 6:52 PM on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at a local hospital.

Ms. Conner was born on September 17, 1944 in Winnsboro, LA and moved to Lake Charles/Moss Bluff area shortly thereafter, before moving to Iowa for the remainder of her life. A graduate of Marion High School, Ms. Conner spent many...

Melonie Shawn Jinks Parks

Dec 10, 2024

On December 10, 2024, Melonie “Shawn” Parks (Jinks) of Lake Charles, Louisiana passed away surrounded by her loving family.

Shawn was born on September 15, 1957, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, the daughter of Norman and Karen Jinks (Speer).

She was one of Barbe High School’s first graduating classes in 1975. She served on the committee to decide the school’s colors, emblem, and...

Ruby Burnett (Benoit) Peshoff

Dec 10, 2024

Ruby Burnett (Benoit) Peshoff, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, at the age of 100. Born in Gueydan, Louisiana, on April 4, 1924, to Theobert Benoit and Cora Mae Moore Benoit, Ruby was a woman whose heart was as big as her beautiful spirit.

Ruby was known for her warmth, kindness, and...

Gerald Anthony Guillory

Dec 10, 2024

"Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise". Luke 23:43

There are those men whom display strength at every turn, yet exhibit gentleness and kindness on every corner; those whom live in their faith aware that gratitude is a natural part of their daily lives; those whom love with a full heart sharing pieces of their hearts...

Katherine Daigle Roshto

Dec 9, 2024

Katherine Daigle Roshto, age 85, entered into eternal rest on December 9th 2024, peacefully,surrounded by her family at a local care facility.

Katherine Marie Roshto was born August 7, 1939 in Lacassine, LA to John and Rena Belle Corbello Daigle, the oldest of nine children. She was raised and enjoyed her young life growing up on a rice farm. She was...

Kathleen Keating

Dec 9, 2024

Kathleen Mary Keating, 100, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Born on April 22, 1924, Kathleen lived a century filled with love, adventure, and devotion to her family and faith.

Kathleen had a deep love for her family, especially her cherished dogs, who were constant companions throughout her life. Her passion for travel took her to many places, where...

Robert Allen Reierson

Dec 9, 2024

 

Robert Allen Reierson, 81, passed away at his residence on December 9, 2024.

He was born on September 9, 1943 in San Diego, California to Reier and Dovie Reierson. He enjoyed a successful career as a manager in the construction industry before retiring to spend time with his family. He loved visiting with his grandsons, watching the Buffalo Bills, and anything...

Warren Emile Landry Jr.

Dec 9, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Warren Emile Landry, age 85, of Moss Bluff, Louisiana.

Warren was born on January 1, 1939, to Doris and Warren Emile Landry, Sr, taking great pride in being the first baby born that day in the company town of Port Sulphur, Louisiana. Warren moved to Gretna, Louisiana at the age...

Rev. Dr. Roberta "Bobbie" Yellott

Dec 9, 2024

Rev. Dr. Bobbie Yellott, 72, transcended to her heavenly home on December 7, 2024 with her family by her side after a brief illness at home. 

Bobbie was born in Wareham, Massachusetts on March 11, 1952. She graduated Valedictorian of the LaGrange Senior High School class of 1970 and Summa Cum Laude from McNeese State University in 1974 with a B.S....

Randolph Howerton

Dec 8, 2024

The Family of Randolph Charles Howerton, affectionately known as Randy, announce his passing on December 8, 2024 after a brief illness. He was 70 years old.

A resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana most of his life, Randy was the only and beloved son of Virgil and Ethel (Veillon) Howerton, formerly of Ville Platte, Louisiana. Lake Charles was the family's...

James "Jimmy" Pitre, B.S., M.ED.

Dec 8, 2024

James "Jimmy" Pitre, B.S, M.ED., 75, of Lake Charles passed away at 8:00 PM on Sunday, December 8, 2024 in his residence. He was a beloved educator, coach, and community leader

Mr. Pitre was born on June 20, 1949 in Eunice where he grew up and developed a love for sports that would shape his lifelong legacy. A standout athlete, Mr....

Carole Coward

Dec 8, 2024

Carole Anne Coward, of Lake Charles, passed away on December 8, 2024 in her home. She was born on September 5, 1939, to William McConnell Robertson and Anne Mae Strachota Robertson in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Carole was known for her warm and...

Danny Lynn Elkins

Dec 8, 2024

Danny Lynn Elkins, age 79, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024. He was born on Febuary16, 1945, in Elizabeth, Louisiana, to Thomas Homer Elkins and Mary Hazel Gueringer Elkins.

Danny was an avid outdoorsman who loved spending time hunting and fishing. He was a true craftsman who could build and create anything. He could often be...

Gaven Blane Demeritt

Dec 7, 2024

 Gaven is forever 22 years old. Son of Rebecca Broussard and Blane Demeritt of Sulphur, LA. Class of 2021.

Jesus loving, hardworking, blue collar, outdoorsman. He has had a passion for guns, belt buckles & cowboy hats since a young age. He dreamed of going into the Armed Forces.  As the respectful young man he grew into, Gaven was loved by...

Melba Honeycutt Stine

Dec 7, 2024

Melba Honeycutt Stine, 88, of Lake Charles passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024 in her residence.

She was born on February 13, 1936, in Choudrant, LA, and lived in Lake Charles for the entirety of her life. Mrs. Stine devoted over 35 years of her career to Home Furniture, where she made lasting contributions to her workplace.

Her deep faith and...