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Linda Ann Phipps

Linda Ann Phipps

Nov 13, 2024

Linda Ann Phipps, 75, of Sulphur, LA passed away in her home surrounded by her loving family on November 13, 2024. Linda was born on August 13, 1949, in Houston, TX. 

Linda loved being around friends and family and had a wonderful sense of humor, spreading cheer everywhere she went. She enjoyed traveling the world, going to the beach, and her...

Harrison Noel James

Harrison Noel James

Nov 11, 2024

Harrison Noel James, 2 day old infant of Blake Ryan and Shania Sanchez James, passed away in the early morning of November 11, 2024 in a local hospital. 

Harrison was born early and unexpectedly in Sulphur on November 9, 2024. Harrison was transferred to a Lake Charles hospital where he valiantly fought to overcome his young birth age. 

He leaves his loving...

Donna S. Lowery Chimeno

Donna S. Lowery Chimeno

Nov 8, 2024

Donna Chimeno, 60, passed away unexpectedly Friday November 8, 2024. Donna was born on November 20, 1963, to Ardine Marie Boudreaux and Ernie Larry Lowery.

Donna lived her life with a joyful spirit, embracing the motto "Live, Laugh, Love" and making every day a beautiful one. She had a true passion for quilting and sewing, working as a seamstress for multiple...

Guy Weston Fanguy

Guy Weston Fanguy

Nov 8, 2024

Guy Weston Fanguy, 77, passed away at 1:20 AM on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital with wife, Judy, and daughter, Kelly, by his side.

Mr. Fanguy was born on December 26, 1946 to Noma and Wayne Fanguy in Lake Charles. He was a 1964 graduate of Marion High School where he ran track and played football, but...

Joy East

Joy East

Nov 8, 2024

Dolores “Joy” East, 87, of Lake Charles, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024, at her residence with family by her side. A native and lifelong resident of Lake Charles, Joy was born on September 11, 1937. She was a graduate of LaGrange High School and was a cosmetologist. 

Joy was very involved in supporting Val, Warren and Donna throughout their school...

Doris Brown Kjerulff

Doris Brown Kjerulff

Nov 7, 2024

Doris Brown Kjerulff, 91, of Lake Charles passed away at 12:10 AM on Thursday, November 7, 2024 in a local hospice facility. 

Doris was born on June 29, 1933, to George and Gertrude Brown in Georgetown, LA. She was 1 of 7 siblings and lived in Georgetown until 1950 when she graduated high school. Shortly after graduating, she moved to Lake...

Ricky Layne Bellon

Ricky Layne Bellon

Nov 6, 2024

Ricky Layne Bellon, 65, passed away on November 6, 2024 surrounded by his family.

He was born on January 5, 1959 in Lake Charles, LA. He was a lifelong resident of Moss Bluff where he graduated from Sam Houston High School. Ricky enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and served on the Financial Board...

Alexander Pierre Bourque

Alexander Pierre Bourque

Nov 6, 2024

Alexander Pierre Bourque, 89, passed away on November 6, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA. Born on April 6, 1935, to Moise Bourque and Elena Bijeaux Bourque in Youngsville, LA, Alexander was a modest man who lived a simple life. His unwavering resolve and perseverance cultivated a family that spans three generations, all of whom will cherish his legacy and endeavor...

Cory Scott Snead

Cory Scott Snead

Nov 4, 2024

Cory Scott Snead, a man who wore many hats, unexpectedly passed away on November 4, 2024. He was 31 years old and a resident of French Settlement, Louisiana. 

Cory was born on January 5, 1993 in Lake Charles to wonderful parents, Charlie and Cindy. He graduated from St. Louis Catholic High School in 2011. He then moved to Ruston, to pursue...

Carol Louise Bodin

Carol Louise Bodin

Nov 4, 2024

Carol Louise Bodin, 81, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024 in a local Care Facility. 

Carol was born on June 14, 1943, to Andrew Claiborne and Elizabeth Brown Watkins in Berwick, LA. Shewas a graduate of Berwick High School in St. Mary Parish and later moved to the Ragley area where she raised her family. Carol was a member of...

Patricia "Pat" King Babineaux

Patricia "Pat" King Babineaux

Nov 4, 2024

Patricia "Pat" King Babineaux, 74, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024. She was born on May 17, 1950, and raised in Sulphur, Louisiana. Pat lived a life full of love, family, and kindness. She graduated from Sulphur High School in 1968 and soon after was employed as a respiratory therapist at Cal-Cam Hospital. One day, while attending a McNeese...

Norman Thomas, Jr.

Norman Thomas, Jr.

Nov 3, 2024

Norman Wesley Thomas, Jr, 64, passed away on November 3, 2024. Norman was born, June 1, 1960, in Sulphur, LA, to Norman, Sr. and Helen Jo Thomas. For 64 years, Norman (Bubbie or Bub) left his imprint with his gentle nature. He worked as a valve mechanic for 41 years where his experience was well respected. Bub spent his time...

Michael Crews

Michael Crews

Nov 3, 2024

Michael Walter Crews, 71, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 3, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.  

He was born and raised in Folkston, Georgia. He graduated from Charlton County High School in 1971. He worked in the Oilfield Industry for over 40 years. Michael married Brenda Richard of Lake Charles, Louisiana, they were married for...

Raymond Ange

Raymond Ange

Nov 3, 2024

Raymond Jay Ange, 71, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at a local hospital. Raymond was born on July 14,1953 in Lake Charles to Joseph and Cleo Chaney Ange. Raymond loved spending time at Moss Bluff Senior Center. He enjoyed fishing in his younger days and watching out for his neighborhood. Raymond also enjoyed celebrating holidays and having cookouts.

Left...

Bobby James Clostio

Bobby James Clostio

Nov 3, 2024

Bobby James Clostio, 77, of Lake Charles passed away Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 in the comfort of his home.

Mr. Clostio was born July 20, 1947 in Abbeville, LA to Wilton J. Clostio and Oletia Dubois Clostio. He lived most of his life in Sulphur and has lived the past eleven years in Lake Charles. Mr. Clostio was a 1965 graduate...

Reyes "Ray" Alaniz

Reyes "Ray" Alaniz

Nov 2, 2024

Reyes "Ray" Alaniz, 70, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Ray loved to build boats, he built boats most of his younger life. He went on to work in warehousing until he got to where he couldn't work any longer. He lived in Missouri most of his life until the past 11 years when...

Joe Dale Wilks

Joe Dale Wilks

Nov 1, 2024

Joe Dale Wilks, affectionately known as "Joe Joe" to all who loved him, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2024, at the age of 85. Surrounded by his devoted family and friends, Joe was called home to his heavenly reward. He was born on September 23, 1939, to Lottie Mae Perkins Wilks Butler and Grover Cecil Wilks.

 Joe's life was...

Patricia Ann Goodfriend

Patricia Ann Goodfriend

Nov 1, 2024

Patricia Ann Prejean Goodfriend, 85, of Sulphur, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, November 1, 2024. Patricia was born on January 21, 1939, to Eli and Rita Prejean. She was a 1957 graduate of Sulphur High School. Patricia enjoyed playing softball and coached for many years. She enjoyed camping and going on vacations to Colorado with her...

James "Jimmy" Michael LeBon

James "Jimmy" Michael LeBon

Nov 1, 2024

James "Jimmy" Michael LeBon, 70, of Sulphur, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2024, with his loving wife by his side. Jimmy was a lifetime Yankees and Saints fan since he was a kid. He attended the very first Saints game in New Orleans. Jimmy always had Sirius XM Radio on in his car listening to stand up comedy....

Shirley Ann Fontenot Harris

Shirley Ann Fontenot Harris

Nov 1, 2024

Shirley Ann Fontenot Harris, 82, passed away peacefully under Harbor Hospice Care, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on June 16, 1942, to O’Delia Foreman and Austin Joseph Fontenot in Crowley, Louisiana.

Shirley graduated from Marion High School in 1961 and went on to embrace her passions wholeheartedly. She had a deep love...

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