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Leah Danette Landry
Nov 28, 2025
Leah Danette Landry, aged 65, passed away unexpectedly on November 28, 2025. She was received in death by her parents Shirley and Dempsey Burwell, her grandson Ashton, her granddaughter Karen, and her grandson Maximus. She is survived by her children, Erin (Neil-Spouse) Turner, Katie (Robby-Spouse) Rule, Stephanie (Chad-Spouse) LeJeune, and Robert Leger; her grandchildren, Michaela, Mya, Sarina, Brianna, Conner, Kaden,...
Frank McDonald, III
Nov 26, 2025
Frank B. McDonald, III, of Iowa, LA died November 26, 2025 in the comfort of his home.
His family would like for friends to join them in celebration of his life at 3:00 PM on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Franks name may be made to St. Jude...
Deborah "Debbie" Prejean
Nov 17, 2025
Deborah “Debbie” Marie Prejean, beloved mother, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away suddenly the evening of November 17, 2025, leaving a void in her family that cannot be filled.
Debbie was born in Lafayette, LA October 19, 1950, to John Edward Prejean and Dorothy Juanita Bridges Prejean. Debbie graduated from LaGrange High School in 1969, where she had many friends and...
John Ernest Breda
Nov 15, 2025
Mr. Breda, 69, passed away on November 15, 2025, in the comfort of his home in Lake Charles, LA.
He was born on August 2, 1956, in Natchitoches, LA, to Henry Breda and Rose Fuss Breda.
He graduated from Barbe High School and went on to pursue a career in the Oil and Gas Industry for many years. He then started as...
Hewitt J. Doucet
Nov 14, 2025
Hewitt J. Doucet, born on September 26, 1945, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, at the age of 80. A lifelong resident of Lake Charles, Hewitt was known for his big heart, warm conversations, and the way he never met a stranger.
Hewitt was preceded in death by his parents, Ethel and Polus Doucet; his brother...
Melba Sue Ozeretny
Oct 23, 2025
Melba Sue Bills Ozeretny, 87, of Lake Charles passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025 in a local healthcare facility.
Mrs. Ozeretny was born April 21, 1938 in Toole, TX, was raised in Dallas, TX and has lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She found great joy in being a homemaker and her talents as a carpenter as she designed...
Peggy Sue Strub
Oct 10, 2025
Peggy Sue Robinson Strub, 82, of Westlake, LA passed away Friday, October 10, 2025 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Strub was born May 29, 1943 in Pine Island, LA to Clarence and Edna LeJeune Robinson. She worked many days with her father in the fields farming rice, soybeans and cotton. She was a graduate of...
Lance Dartez
Oct 5, 2025
Eric “Lance” Dartez passed away peacefully, on October 5, 2025, with family at his side.
Lance, a lifelong resident of Moss Bluff and a graduate of Sam Houston High School, he loved being a partner and loving father. He enjoyed every opportunity to be outdoors, hunting. To know Lance was to know that his favorite thing to do was talk. He...
Danny Scott Bramlett
Sep 20, 2025
Danny Scott Bramlett, age 68, passed away peacefully September 20, 2025. He was a resident of Big Lake but originally from Palmetto, Georgia. He was born on January 24, 1957 to Barbara and Paul Bramlett Sr.
Danny was a loving father and paw paw. He enjoyed a life filled with simple things. He loved being outside, fishing, spending time with family...
Beverly Ann McNeely
Sep 15, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Beverly Ann McNeely on 09-15-2025 at the age of 64 in West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital.
Beverly Ann McNeely was born on 02-25-1961 at Orange Memorial Hospital in Orange, Texas and was living in Vinton, Louisiana at the time of her passing. Beverly was a hard worker with a passion for...
James Anderson
Sep 5, 2025
James " Doug" Anderson of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on September 5, 2025, at a local hospital.
James was born on September 14th in Omaha, Nebraska, to James and Louise Anderson. He grew up in Nebraska, graduating high school before joining the Air Force.
He embarked on a career in manufactured homes, dedicating 20 years to Clayton Homes, where he was...
Robert Mathieu
Sep 4, 2025
Robert Elias Mathieu II, born October 1, 1971, passed away on September 4, 2025, at the age of 53.
Robert was a faithful member of Freedom Ministry of the South. He enjoyed grilling with his Freedom family at The Grove in Sulphur and at his Aunt Susy's home alongside his cousin Jamie and the rest of his loved ones. Some of...
Danya Arabie Hendricks
Sep 3, 2025
Danya Kay Hendricks, born December 8, 1965, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on September 3, 2025
Danya was the cherished daughter of Roy James and Barbara Kate Arabie. A proud graduate of LaGrange High School, Class of 1983, she carried her Gator spirit with her throughout her life. In her younger years, Danya loved nothing more than attending concerts, filling...
Patricia Lewis
Aug 31, 2025
Patricia "Pat" Irene Lewis, 79, died on August 31, 2025 at a local hospital in Lake Charles.
Ms. Lewis was born in Nashville, Tennessee to John and Irene Swain Lewis on May 21, 1946.
She graduated from High School in Nashville, Tennessee, and after moving to Lake Charles, she worked as an administrative assistant in the medical field.
Affectionally known to her family...
Nancy Peace
Aug 28, 2025
Nancy Peace, age 81, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy painted not only on canvas and billboards, but in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. A gifted artist, Nancy spent over two decades working with Lamar Advertising, where she brought color and character to countless billboards across interstates and cities-landmarks seen and remembered by thousands every...
Jerry Donald Joseph Vige
Aug 26, 2025
Jerry Donald Joseph Vige, 63 years old, married Mickie Lee LeBleu Vige. Two sons Jerald and Jody and Missy Vige born November 24, 1946 in Ville Platte, Louisiana, died August 26, 2025 at 12:30 AM in Lake Charles Louisiana.
Left to carry on his memories Jerry's life was a beautiful testament. He will be deeply missed by all who had...
Michael Dupin
Aug 23, 2025
Michael Leonard Dupin, 75, of Lake Charles, Louisiana died Saturday August 23, 2025, doing what he loved; riding his Harley.
He was born in Lake Charles on August 11, 1950 with his twin brother Patrick, and raised in Westlake with his beloved 10 siblings. He attended Westlake High School and then became a truck driver for Tom Hicks in Lake Charles....
Pamela Norwood
Aug 18, 2025
Pamela Kay Norwood, born on April 6, 1963, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away on August 18, 2025, surrounded by her family at the age of 62.
Raised in Lake Charles, Pamela attended Barbe High School. She was known for her passion for cooking, often delighting family and friends with her culinary creation. In her spare time, she enjoyed fishing in the...
Bradford Daniels
Aug 16, 2025
Bradford "Big Herb" Daniels, 52, was born April 24th, 1973 in Florence, Alabama to Herbert Ceil and Theworthy Daniels. He attended Lauderdale County Schools and later studied for, and received, his certification in Restaurant and Hotel Management. He worked for many years in the service industry before moving to Lake Charles, Lousiana to take on a management role, then later...
Lorraine Fazzio
Aug 14, 2025
Lorraine M. Fazzio, 90, passed away peacefully August 14, 2025, in the presence of family. A lifelong resident of Lake Charles, Lorraine was a graduate of St. Charles Academy and a member of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. She worked in the accounting department at McNeese State University.
Her hobbies included bargain shopping for home décor, watching movies...
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