Local Obituaries

Nov 26, 2024

Peter "Pete" Dartez, 87, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 26, 2024 with his family at his side.

Pete was a native of Wright, Louisiana and a longtime resident of the Lake area. He was a professional heavy equipment operator through the International Brotherhood of Operating Engineers, Local 406. His talent and skill remains second to none, and...

Nov 25, 2024

Nov 24, 2024

James Allen ”Jamie” Burt, Jr., 42, of Lake Charles passed away at 3:11 AM on Sunday, November 24, 2024 in his sister's home.

Jamie was born on June 10, 1982 in Lake Charles and lived all of his life in the Lake Charles/Iowa area and was a graduate of Iowa High School. Jamie worked as an operator in the construction industry,...

Nov 23, 2024

Leon Duhon, 87, of Grand Lake, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, November 23.

Leon was born on October 20, 1937, to Jesse Duhon and Bernice Thibodeaux Duhon Guillory. He was married to the love of his life, Shelba “Lucy,” for 64 years. Leon was a 1956 graduate of Grand Lake High School, where he played basketball and 6-man...

Nov 22, 2024

Memorial services for Dorothy Ann Hanchey Myers, 93, of Lake Charles, will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at First United Methodist Church, with Reverend Weldon Barres officiating. Visitation will begin at 1 PM, followed by the service at 2 PM. A private inurnment for the family will take place at Prien Memorial Park following the service.

Dorothy (Dot) was...

Nov 21, 2024

Rose Bourdier Petitjean, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on December 20, 1941, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, she was a proud 1959 graduate of Lake Charles High School, she went on to have a distinguished career, working as an executive assistant. In 1970, Rose was honored with...

Nov 21, 2024

Spencer David Fontenot was welcomed into Heaven on Thursday, November 21, 2024. 

He was born September 13, 1951, in Lake Charles, LA to the late Melvin J. and Frances Fontenot. He was a graduate of Marion High School, Class of 1969. Following high school he enlisted into the United States Navy, serving honorably from 1970 to 1974. Upon returning, he made...

Nov 20, 2024

Nancy Lee Litaker Khoury born March 7, 1943 passed away on November 20, 2024. She was born in Concord, North Carolina. She moved to Louisiana to attend graduate school at LSU where she met her husband of 54 years, Edward Khoury. Nancy had a distinguished career at McNeese State University and was fortunate to establish a work family bond like...

Nov 19, 2024

Dudley Shaw, 78, passed away on November 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 2, 1946, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Lillie Belle Caskey Shaw and James Lee Shaw. Dudley was a skilled ironworker, known for his work in construction on bridges and his fearlessness when it came to heights. In addition to his work,...

Nov 19, 2024

Harry McGee, 89, of Moss Bluff, passed away peacefully at a Lake Charles Care facility after an extended illness.

Harry was a native of Mamou and a longtime resident of the Moss Bluff Area. He honorably and faithfully served our nation in the United States Army. While in the military service, he served both stateside and in Germany. After his discharge...

Nov 19, 2024

Nov 19, 2024

Michael Wayne Moreau or as many knew him “Mo” or “Mike” passed away on November 19, 2024, at the age of 64. Mike was born on July 6, 1960, in Opelousas, LA to Tonise Jr. and Maudry Moreau. Most of his life he called Lawtell, LA home until moving to Port Barre only a few years ago. For the majority...

Nov 18, 2024

WP “Skipper” Hastings, 81, of Lebleu Settlement, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2024. 

A 1961 graduate of Sulphur High School, where he was voted Mr. Sulphur High. Skipper went on to study at Louisiana Tech in Ruston, LA. He began his professional journey in local industries, dedicating two decades to the field while simultaneously serving as a sheriff’s deputy. 

Skipper’s...

Nov 17, 2024

Donna Ann Drounette Theriot, 79, of Sulphur, LA passed away peacefully Sunday, November 17, 2024 at a local hospital.

Mrs. Theriot was a native and lifelong resident of Sulphur. She was a graduate of Sulphur High School. Mrs. Theriot embraced being a stay-at-home mom and grandmother, loved spending lots of time with her brothers and sisters, enjoyed gatherings for meals and...

Nov 17, 2024

 

Brandon Matthew “Big-Un” Clark, 27, of Lake Charles, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024, after an accident. Brandon was a native and lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was born on May 20, 1997, to Robert and Christine Clark, and was an Operator at PPG Industries. 

Brandon went by the nickname, “Big-Un” Not only because of his size but also...

Nov 17, 2024

Linzi Reighnee Gott, 45, went to meet her Lord and Savior at 3:31 AM on Sunday, November 17, 2024 after the most courageous battle with cancer. 

She was born to her parents, Sandra Dee Humbles and Michael Leslie Gott on October 15, 1979. Linzi attended Sam Houston High School and Alexandria High School where she was a three time state and...

Nov 17, 2024

William Taylor Stout, 78, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024 in his residence. William was born on July 7, 1946 to James “J.B.” and Saline Reeves Stout in Lake Charles, La. 

He will be remembered as a hardworking man. William enjoyed hunting with his friends in recent years. He graduated from McNeese State University with a bachelor degree in Mathematics...

Nov 17, 2024

Mary Katherine Green, 78, of Sulphur, LA passed away in a local care facility surrounded by her family. She was born on August 14, 1946, in Dry Creek, LA to Trilla and Maurice Cole.

She was a graduate from Delta School of Business. She loved spending her days off with her family and drinking a cup of coffee. She was known...

Nov 16, 2024

Nicholas Cole Fletcher, born on October 8, 1997, of Lake Charles, passed away on November 16, 2024, surrounded by family.

A graduate of McNeese State University, Nick was actively involved in Kappa Alpha Order, Delta Xi, where he formed lifelong friendships and embraced the values of brotherhood and service. Standing tall with a passion for weightlifting, "Big Nick" was known for...

Nov 15, 2024

Ida Savant Ford, a beloved member of the Lake Charles community, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on August 24, 1930, in Kinder, Louisiana, Ida was the daughter of Armand and Ursula (Lormand) Savant.

A 1947 graduate of Kinder High School, Ida began a lifelong career with the State of Louisiana, working in...