SIMPLE TRADITIONS

Obituaries

Amie Joann Laughlin

Amie Joann Laughlin

Jul 31, 2026

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson.

Joyce Vaughn

Joyce Vaughn

Jul 31, 2026

Joyce dedicated herself to her family, raising her children with faith, compassion, and a gentle spirit that touched everyone she met. Known for her warm smile, her generosity, and her gift for making others feel seen and loved, she carried a quiet grace throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Bouvey and Mildred Vaughn, her sister Rosella...

Don Winton

Don Winton

Jul 25, 2026

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson

Evelyn Gay Oquain

Evelyn Gay Oquain

Jul 16, 2026

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson.

Nevin Barnett

Nevin Barnett

Jul 13, 2026

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson.

Brian Foreman

Brian Foreman

Jul 13, 2026

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson

Mark Blain Budge

Mark Blain Budge

Jul 11, 2026

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson.

Arthur J Charlot

Arthur J Charlot

Jul 10, 2026

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson.

Tommy Warwas

Tommy Warwas

Jul 8, 2026

Mr. Tommy Warwas passed from this life to the next on 7/8/2026.

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson.

Laura Lyons

Laura Lyons

Jul 8, 2026

Laura Ann Hebert Lyons, age 85, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. She was born on July 27, 1940, in Fenton, Louisiana.

Mrs. Lyons was a dedicated and loving mother who consistently placed her family at the center of her life. She enjoyed dancing and cherished the companionship of her beloved Yorkie,...

Andrew Joseph LeBlanc

Andrew Joseph LeBlanc

Jun 28, 2026

Andrew Joseph LeBlanc, 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 15, 1952, in Lafayette, Louisiana, to Lorena Marie and Austin Andrew LeBlanc.

Andrew worked as an aircraft mechanic for Northrop Grumman for 35 years. He also worked as a sheet metal worker in the union. He was a simple,...

Erica Settoon Lawrence

Erica Settoon Lawrence

Jun 21, 2026

Ms. Erica Suttoon Lawrence passed away in her residence on Sunday, June 21, 2026.

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson.

Betty Ann McClendon

Betty Ann McClendon

Jun 9, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Betty Ann McClendon, a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, who passed away on June 9, 2026. Born on October 25, 1961, in Sulphur, Louisiana, Betty lived a life filled with laughter, compassion, and unwavering authenticity.

Betty was the cherished daughter of the late Willie and Goldie O'Quain, who instilled in her a deep...

Dena Kathleen Bell

Dena Kathleen Bell

May 25, 2026

Dena Kathleen Bell, 51, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at her home in Lake Charles, LA. Dena was born on August 6, 1974, in Reno, Nevada to Oto Olkjer and the late Iris Garrison-Olkjer. Dena lived her life in “Beautiful Chaos” (her favorite quote). She was a beloved sister, wife, mother, and NayNay to her five grandchildren. In...

Graclyn Leora Overstreet

Graclyn Leora Overstreet

May 10, 2026

Graclyn Leora Overstreet passed from this life on May 10, 2026.

Cremation has been entrusted to Simple Traditions by Johnson.