Local Obituaries
for Families in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Michael "Mike" Wayne Moreau
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...
W.P. "Skipper" Hastings, Jr.
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...
Brandon Clark
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...
Linzi Reighnee Gott
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...
William Taylor Stout
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...
Mary Katherine Green
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...
Nick Fletcher
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...
Ida S. Ford
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...
Bobby Lee Barnes
Nov 15, 2024
Bobby Lee Barnes, 77 of Westlake, La passed away November 15, 2024, in a local hospital surrounded by his loving family. Bobby graduated from Sulphur High School in 1965, where he was nationally ranked as a javelin thrower, letterman and allstate in track and field. Bobby was an elite dual sport athlete and was recognized in the Sulphur High Hall...
Stephen Alan Kline Sr.
Nov 14, 2024
Stephen Kline Sr., 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 13, 1945, to Virginia Eugenia Rigmaiden and Starr Harrison Kline.
Stephen proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for six years, including active duty during the Vietnam War. In the Marine Corps, he worked on the 81-millimeter mortar...
Thomas E. "Tom" Holcomb
Nov 13, 2024
Thomas E. “Tom” Holcomb, 78, of Lake Charles, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at his residence surrounded by family. Tom was born on May 6, 1946, in Many LA. to Andrew and Rachel Holcomb.
He served his country as a proud member of The National Guard and was the owner/operator of H&R Water Wells.
Those left to cherish his memory are...
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...
Reata Fuselier Fontenot
Nov 12, 2024
Reata Marie Fuselier Fontenot, 66, of Moss Bluff, passed away on November 12, 2024 at a Lake Charles care facility following an extended illness.
Reata was a native and lifelong resident of the Moss Bluff and Lake Charles area. She retired from the dry cleaning industry, having worked many years at Southern Dry Cleaners in Moss Bluff. Reata enjoyed fishing,...
Dahlen Paige Semar
Nov 12, 2024
Dahlen Paige Semar, 23, passed away on November 12, 2024 in Lake Charles, LA. She was born on May 17, 2001 in Lake Charles, LA to David Semar and Lyndsey Mhire Thomas.
Dahlen was the most loving, selfless, hilarious, and beautiful person inside and out. She loved being home with her family, drawing, music, and pop tarts. She found purpose in...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
