Local Obituaries

David "T-Bug" Rodney Welch

Oct 6, 2024

David “T-Bug” Rodney Welch, 85, of Hackberry, LA passed away on October 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. David was born in Hackberry, LA on July 14th, 1939, to Anderson and Evelyn Welch. “T-Bug” loved riding motorcycles, shooting guns and participating in poker runs for various events. He enjoyed traveling, weightlifting and being a member of the NRA as...

David Michael Chimeno "Ron Riley"

Oct 5, 2024

David Michael Chimeno, 73, of Lake Charles passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024 in a local care facility.

David was born on October 21, 1950 in Lake Charles where he lived all of his life and was a 1969 graduate of Lake Charles High School. He began his career in radio as a DJ at KLOU, where he became known...

Peggy J. Reeves

Oct 4, 2024

Mrs. Peggy Joerine Reeves, 80, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on October 4, 2024. Born on December 16, 1943, Peggy grew up in Basile, Louisiana, before moving to Lake Charles, where she became a nurse at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. It was in Lake Charles that Peggy met the love of her life, Mervin Lee Reeves. They were married...

Bradley Foreman

Oct 4, 2024

Bradley Edward Foreman, 47, passed away on October 4, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA. He was born on December 16, 1976, in Lake Charles, LA to Ralph and Susan Williams Foreman.

Brad was deeply involved in his community. He was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus and served on the Pastoral Council at the Cathedral of the...

Richard Guillory

Oct 4, 2024

Richard Glenn Guillory, 54, passed away Friday October 4, 2024. He was born July 15, 1970, to Delores Peloquin and Richard Glenn Guillory.

Richard was passionate about hunting, spending all year preparing for the season. He thrived in the great outdoors, embracing every moment in nature. Known for his warmth, he never met a stranger and welcomed everyone with open arms....

Susie Ann Miller

Oct 3, 2024

Susie Ann Miller, born on October 5, 1961, passed away peacefully at Rosewood Nursing Home on October 3, 2024. A true lover of life’s joys, Susie had a deep passion for art and found great pleasure in coloring. She was also known for her spontaneous love of dancing, especially when she heard anything fast. Above all, Susie cherished her beloved...

Gennieve "Totsie" Marie Lognion

Oct 3, 2024

Gennieve “Totsie” Marie Lognion, 95, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA. She was born on January 19, 1929, in Lake Arthur, LA, to Isaac and Zora Broussard Darbonne.

Totsie was a dedicated school bus driver, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished her family. She found joy in dancing, traveling, and maintaining her home. She...

Ronald Joseph Guillory

Oct 2, 2024

Ronald Joseph Guillory, 61, passed away on October 2, 2024 in Opelousas.

Ronald was a native and longtime resident of the Lake Charles area. He was a graduate of Lake Charles High School and, following graduation, worked for F. Miller and Sons Construction for a number of years. Ronald was a free spirited individual, who enjoyed traveling from place to place,...

Romona Wall

Oct 2, 2024

Romona Rose “Mona” Wall, 95, of Lake Charles, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at a local care facility. Mona was born in Krotz Springs, LA. on February 13, 1929, to Clint and Stella Richard.

Mona met the Love of her Life, James, at the baseball field and spent many years after that watching him coach various little league teams. They...

Melissa Lee Currie

Sep 30, 2024

Melissa Lee Currie, 33, of Sulphur, LA died on September 30, 2024, in her residence. She was born on November 2, 1990, in Austin, Texas to Douglas Cummings and Glenda Denison. She will always be known for her old soul that lived in the moment. She loved her family dearly and was a thrill seeker and will always be remembered...

Carrie Richard

Sep 30, 2024

Carrie Fontenot Richard, 97, was called to her heavenly home on Monday, September 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 26, 1927, in Basile, Louisiana, Carrie was the daughter of Alcide and Louise Fournerat. She graduated from Basile High School, where she was a member of the basketball team. Though small in stature, she was known for...

Kayden Allen Taylor

Sep 29, 2024

Kayden Allen Taylor, 20, passed away on September 29,2024. Kayden was the brightest star in the room, no matter where he was, there was eyes all on him. He would give his last for anyone in need. Kayden was a hard-working soul that always lived up to his fullest potential. His smile will never be forgotten, his infectious laugh will...

Dean Thibodeaux

Sep 29, 2024

Dean Joseph Thibodeaux, 85, of Lake Charles, passed away on Sunday September 29, 2024, at his home with his family at his side.

Dean was a native of Franklin, Louisiana. Born on July 15, 1939, over a café on Hwy 90 that his parents, Harris “Cuz” and Edith Barrilleaux Thibodeaux operated. He later moved to Lake Charles with his family where...

Eric Weldon Quayhagen

Sep 29, 2024

Eric Quayhagen, lovingly known as Ric, 64, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024. Ric was born February 8, 1960, to Patricia Ann Anderson and James “Jim” Franklin Quayhagen. 

Ric honorably served a four-year tenure in the Army, followed by service in the National Guard. He was an extraordinary family man with a passion for crabbing, fishing, and cooking. He created countless...

Harper Holland

Sep 29, 2024

Harper Grace Holland, 4, of Vinton, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Harper loves Bluey and playing with her puppy dogs, Dayz, Darlin, and Beaux. She loves to ride her bike, play outside, ride on her 4-wheeler, and play with her cousins. Harper loves to ride in Mom's car with the windows down and...

Laura Adams

Sep 29, 2024

Laura M. Adams, 62 of Sulphur, La., passed away September 29, 2024, with family by her side in a local hospital. Laura was born on June 10, 1962, in New Orleans, La., to the late Adam and Wenona Matthews.

Laura was very family oriented and cherished every moment spent with her family. She was known for her hospitality, she enjoyed...

Austin Skylar Herring

Sep 28, 2024

Austin Skylar Herring, 29, of Sulphur, passed away on September 28, 2024, with family by his side at Lafayette General Hospital. Austin was born on March 2, 1995, in Baton Rouge, LA., to Terry Blalock and Jasmine Herring.

Austin was very family oriented and cherished every moment spent with his family. He was known for the passion he had for the...

Sandra Kaye Hulse Page

Sep 28, 2024

Sandra Kaye Hulse Page, 76, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Born on November 12, 1947, in Tyler, Texas, Sandra moved to New Iberia at a young age and graduated from New Iberia Senior High School. She later settled in Lake Charles, where she worked as a legal secretary.

Sandra was...

Denise Roberte Janine Charrier Newman

Sep 26, 2024

Denise Roberte Janine Charrier Newman, 100 years, 3 months, and 9 days old, of Lake Charles passed away at 11:13 PM on Thursday, September 26, 2024 in a local hospice facility. 

Mrs. Newman was born on June 17, 1924 in Paris, France where she lived until moving to the states 78 years ago, bringing with her an enduring love for her...

Marjorie Nell McFarland

Sep 26, 2024

Marjorie Nell McFarland, 84, passed away peacefully, on Thursday September 26, 2024 at a local hospice surrounded by her family. She was a faithful member of Moss Bluff Pentecostal Church for over 40 years.

Ms. Marjorie leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on April 2, 1940, she was a woman with a deep appreciation for the beauty...