Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Carter Michael Fontenot
Oct 8, 2021
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these”.
Carter Michael Fontenot, God’s little angel, was welcomed into His arms Friday, October 08, 2021.
Carter brought and received overwhelming love and will forever be remembered in the hearts of his family.
He leaves to cherish his...
Donald Ray Pierrotti
Oct 8, 2021
Donald Ray Pierrotti, 83, passed away on October 8, 2021.
He was born April 29, 1938 in Mamou, Louisiana, to Valmon Pierrottie and Eleanor Hebert Pierrottie.
He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers.
Survivors include his wife of sixty years, Patricia Ann Busby Pierrotti; daughters, Cindy (Heidi Overbeek) Pierrotti, Cathy (Terence) Guillory, and Kim (Norris) Chapman,...
Dr. Charles O. Bettinger, Iii
Oct 8, 2021
On October 8, 2021, Dr. Charles “Charlie” O. Bettinger, III, 85, passed away after a short illness. Charlie was born and raised in Waco, Texas. After high school, he moved to Austin, Texas where he attend the University of Texas and met his late wife, Cynthia. After receiving his Ph.D. from UT in 1969, he and his family moved to...
Vivian "Tibby" Miller
Oct 8, 2021
Vivian “Tibby” Miller, 93, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021 in a local hospital. Mrs. Miller was born on April 21, 1928 to Edras and Olita Stutes Thibodeaux in Creole, LA. She graduated from Morse High School, and started her working career as a nurse in Sulphur, LA.
Tibby was a hard worker in everything she did. She was...
Cecil Vincent
Oct 7, 2021
Cecil Vincent, 88, passed from this life Thursday, October 7, 2021, at a local care facility. Cecil was a 1952 graduate of Sulphur High School. He retired from PPG/Axiall after 33 years of service as a supervisor. Cecil was also a member of Olivet Baptist Church. He enjoyed working out in his yard, garden, and on his property.
Those left...
Mary Grissom
Oct 7, 2021
Mary Anne Grissom was born on October 29, 1929 in Lake Charles, LA to Simeon and Victoria Ogea.
She attended LaGrange High School, graduating class of 1947. She went on to attend McNeese Jr. College, Class of 1949, then earning a teaching degree from Southwestern Institute (currently U.L.L.), class of 1951.
She began her teaching career in Bell City, then...
Lynda Sue Williamson
Oct 7, 2021
Lynda Sue Williamson, 67, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021. Mrs. Williamson was born on March 16, 1954 to J.L. and Rubye Marie Childress Smith in Shreveport, LA. She was a Special Education Teacher in Cameron Parish for 25 years. Lynda was a hard worker, and a precious child of God who loved her children and family, and spending...
Maria Elena Garcia
Oct 7, 2021
Maria Elena Garcia, 73, passed away on October 7, 2021. Maria worked at Stage department store for 16 years. She resided in Vinton for 20 years. Maria was very giving and always doing for others before herself. She loved unconditionally and never judged.
Maria is survived by her daughter, Graceila Cano and husband, Jose of Vinton; three sons, Valentin...
Wanda Scoggins Moss
Oct 5, 2021
Wanda Lois Scoggins Moss, born on February 26, 1931 in West Monroe, Louisiana, passed away in her home on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, surrounded by her children.
Sweethearts since the age of 13, Wanda married Dr. Lucien Kennedy Moss, Sr., on May 31, 1952. They were married 57 years, until his death in 2009. They had six children: son, Lucien...
Gwen "Gutter" Landry
Oct 5, 2021
Gwen Lee Landry, 76, passed from this life surrounded by family Tuesday, October 5, 2021. Mr. Landry enjoyed life to the fullest with his hobbies which include, fishing, gardening, softball, and winemaking.
Those left to cherish Mr. Landry, are his wife, Theresa Landry; son, Dennis Landry (Vanessa); daughter, Pam Smith (Josh); siblings; Steve Landry, Rose Vincent, Pete Landry, Gralynn Landry,...
Bobby Chiasson Sr.
Oct 5, 2021
Robert Keith “Bobby” Chiasson Sr. was born October 29, 1946 in Jennings, Louisiana to Horace and Ruby Chiasson.
His family relocated to Lake Charles, where he graduated from LaGrange High School, Class of 1964. He then began attending McNeese until he was called to serve his country, enlisting into the United States Air Force. Upon returning from basic training, he...
Linda Sue Corley Miller
Oct 3, 2021
Linda Sue (Corley) Miller, 79, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 3, 2021, surrounded by family.
Linda was born on December 2, 1941, in Shreveport to William Dan Corley and Dollye Nell (Cruse) Corley. She was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University and later received her master’s degree from McNeese State University. She was a teacher, initially of elementary school...
Ernestine Toney Siordia
Oct 3, 2021
Ernestine Toney “Tina” Siordia passed away peacefully Sunday, October 3, 2021 in a local hospice facility. She was born December 9, 1929 in Richland Parish, Louisiana to George W. and Ida Mae Conrad Toney. She grew up on a farm in Richland Parish, and graduated from Rayville High School.
Tina retired as a medical transcriptionist after forty-one years of service. ...
Eric Paul Manuel
Oct 2, 2021
Eric Manuel died in Hayes, LA on October 2, 2021, while being cared for by his mother.
Eric was born in Welsh, LA on August 2, 1967, and lived most of his life in LeBleu Settlement. He worked in the tree service business for several years, and did odd jobs around the area, until his illness.
Survivors include his father,...
Ezekiel Miguel Duque
Oct 2, 2021
Ezekiel Miguel Duque, infant son of Justin Miguel Duque and Haley McKay Breaux, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021.
Ezekiel is also survived by his siblings, Bryler, Jacob, Hunter, Brynlee, and Ava; and grandparents, Felipe Duque, Kenda Duque, and Amy Statum.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Shane McKay.
His cremation was entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home.
Gary Wayne Criswell
Oct 2, 2021
Gary Wayne Criswell, 66, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 2, 2021 in his residence.
Mr. Criswell was born September 15, 1955 in DeRidder, LA. He graduated from DeRidder High School and McNeese State University with his degree in accounting. He began his career working for his brother-in-law, Ronnie and then worked many years at Boeing,...
June Yvonne Cornwell
Oct 2, 2021
June Yvonne Cornwell, 89, of Sulphur passed away at 9:09 AM on Saturday, October 2, 2021 in her residence.
June was born to Hubert and Mildred Pipkin on December 16, 1931 in Wichita Falls, TX. Following business college, she moved to Beaumont, TX to work, where she met and married the love of her life, Rev. Billy Cornwell, on April...
Kenny Hall Hogan
Oct 2, 2021
Kenny Hall Hogan, 63, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021 in his home.
He was a lifelong resident of the Lake Charles area. Kenny was a 1976 graduate of Barbe High School where he learned his trade of auto mechanics. This lead to a career in heavy equipment mechanics as well as small engine and tool repair.
Kenny served as...
Susan Ann Salter Galicia
Oct 1, 2021
Susan Ann Salter Galicia, 74, a longtime resident of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully on Friday October 1, 2021 in Guatemala with her family at her side.
Susan was born in Beaumont, Texas to John C. and Waldene Bettis Salter. She was a graduate of Sunset High School where she participated in band, basketball and cheerleading. Following graduation from high...
Phillip Ray Lebert
Oct 1, 2021
Phillip Ray LeBert was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on December 16, 1954. He was one of six children born to Hilbert Joseph and Janice Elizabeth LeBert. He attended Washington High School, graduating with the class of 1973.
Shortly after high school, he enlisted into the United States Army serving three years. Upon receiving his first honorable discharge he returned...
