Obituaries

Nov 21, 2024

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Nov 14, 2024

Ralph Jacob Babineaux Sr., 76, of Lake Charles, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at his residence in Gueydan, Louisiana. Ralph was born on April 22, 1948, in Lafayette, Louisiana, to Sostan Babineaux Sr. and Ruth Ada Carpenter.

Ralph lived a life full of passion for fishing and was an avid painter. His best companions were his two beloved dogs,...

Nov 12, 2024

Roger J. Whatley, Jr., 87, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, in a Lake Charles, LA hospital. Roger was born to Roger J. Whatley, Sr. and Margaret (Murphy) Whatley of Hamilton Township, NJ on August 17, 1937. 

Preceding him in death are his parents, Roger Whatley Sr. and wife Margaret; and one sister, Peggy Whatley Guertin. 

Roger will be missed by...

Nov 11, 2024

AD Young passed away on November 10, 2024, at the Lake Charles Harbor Hospice.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years Rhonda and his brother Austin (Mary) Young,

AD retired from Mermentau Elementary. He was a groundskeeper and janitor. AD also liked to play music, especially country and rock and roll. He will be missed. Rest in Peace until we...

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Nov 2, 2024

Dr. John Stedman Stewart, 77, passed away on November 2, 2024 in Lake Charles, Louisiana after a brief physical and mental decline from dementia. He was the son of the late Walter Eugene Stewart and Carrie Estelle Kelly Stewart of Carthage, North Carolina.

John was born on February 24, 1947 in Pinehurst, NC and grew up in nearby Carthage. He spoke...

Nov 1, 2024

It’s with great sorrow, we announce the passing of Donna Lenora Hunter Scott born November 23, 1947, to Clarence and Patricia Hunter. Donna’s journey ended on November 1, 2024, leaving behind a very special place in the hearts of so many. Donna was a cheerleader for Texas City High School and was a queen in Texas City pageants. 

After high school,...

Oct 29, 2024

Oct 29, 2024

Connie Hope Dousay has been a life-long resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana. She passed unexpectedly on October 29, 2024 at the beautiful age of 66 while in her home in her sleep peacefully.

She was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on Feb 8, 1958 to the parents of Bonnie Bell Bertrand Ardoin and Oswald Joseph. She graduated from LaGrange Senior High...

Oct 15, 2024

Oct 14, 2024

Vickie Israel, 66, passed away on October 14, 2024 in her hometown of Sulphur. She was born June 16, 1958 in Lafayette, LA to Daniel and Una Israel.

She possessed a wealth of knowledge and talent, working in many fields, her most recent, as a in home caretaker. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend who had a...

Oct 13, 2024

He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Straub; two sons; John D. Straub and James Booker. Cremation was entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson. 

Oct 7, 2024

Contessa B. Brooks is survived by her two daughters, Sierra Brooks and Cheyenne Fuselier; her parents Charles E. Brooks and Shannon J. Brooks; a brother, Charles E. Brooks and wife Amy. 

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson Funeral Home with services to be held at a later date. 

Oct 5, 2024

Oct 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we share the passing of a dear member of our community, Wattie Eugene VanSlyke. Born on September 24, 1977, in Lake Charles, LA, Wattie unfortunately left us on October 5, 2024, at the age of 47. A cheerful soul known for his laughter and kindness, Wattie was a hardworking carpenter in...

Sep 27, 2024

Helena Odette Kittrell, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, who passed away on September 27, 2024, at the age of 59. Helena, born on August 26, 1965, in Lake Charles, LA, was a beacon of light to all those who had the privilege of knowing her.

From her early days at Barbe High School to pursuing her passion for beauty...