SIMPLE TRADITIONS
Obituaries
Donald Ray Matthews Jr.
Apr 30, 2024
In the care of Simple Traditions by Johnson Funeral Home, no services scheduled at this time.
Brenda Louise Fontenot
Apr 28, 2024
Brenda Louise Fontenot born August 26, 1945, in Lake Charles, LA. She was the eldest of six children. She was born to Earl and Mary Louise Reed.
She enjoyed the simplicity of the country living in Iota and graduated from Iota High School.
Shortly after High School she married Davis Robert Fontenot and they welcomed one son, Darren Fontenot. While...
Eric Jones
Feb 20, 2024
Paul Eric Jones, loving known as Eric was one of five children born to Rodney J. and Ilene Jones. He was born April 7, 1965, in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
A lifelong resident of Southwest Louisiana, Sportsman’s Paradise gave him all he could need. He was a graduate of LaGrange High School. In his younger years, he enjoyed bowling. He loved...
Timmy Benoit
Jan 14, 2024
Timmy Benoit was the youngest twin and one of four children born to Frank S. and Elizabeth Benoit. He was born in Lake Charles, LA on April 28, 1960.
From a young age, he loved playing softball and baseball. He and his brothers were known as the “Benoit Boys” and they were a force to be reckoned with, winning district...
Delbert Clyde Holden Jr.
Dec 30, 2023
Delbert Clyde Holden, Jr., 72, of Lake Charles passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023, in the comfort of his home following a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
Delbert was born February 17, 1951, in Aransas Pass, TX and grew up in Hot Springs, Arkansas. At a young age he came to Louisiana to work alongside his father who was...
Joshua Daniel Grundy
Dec 4, 2023
Joshua Daniel Grundy, 43, of Lake Charles, Louisiana passed away on December 4, 2023. Born on April 4, 1980, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Joshua was a beloved son, brother, and friend. He was a fun-loving person with a strong personality. Joshua was known for his outgoing nature and his love for fishing. Whether it was early morning or late at...
Stacy Perry White
Nov 15, 2023
After a courageous battle with cancer, Stacy Perry White, 51, peacefully passed away in the early morning hours of November 15 surrounded by her parents, Coral Crain Byrd (Richard) and Charles Perry (Frances).
Stacy grew up in the idyllic community of Grand Chenier where there was plenty of room for her dogs, horses, and show calves. From the time she...
Robert Gary
Nov 11, 2023
Robert Gary, 85 of Lake Charles, LA passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023.
He graduated from Hathaway High School and at the age of seventeen he enlisted into the Army National Guard.
It was a visit to his cousin that led him to meet his future wife, Bonnie. After two years of dating they exchanged vows on November 15,...
Gwyne Louise Cox
Oct 27, 2023
Gwyne Louise Cox was born April 24, 1947 in Baton Rouge, LA. She was one of five children born to the late Farrel Wayne and Mary Kathryn Cox.
She was a graduate of Glen Oak High School. She enjoyed crafts, gardening, fishing, and spending time with her animals. Spending the holidays with her family and children way always important to...
Samuel "Sam" Hines Larsh
Oct 22, 2023
Samuel “Sam” Hines Larsh, 72, passed away on October 22, 2023 at Cornerstone facility from a very long illness. He was a longtime resident of Sulphur, Louisiana and after over twenty-one years of service he retired as a staff sergeant in the Army. He worked for Southland Fields Aviation for many years as a manager. Also, was a truck driver...
Sean David Vincent
Oct 7, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our dear son Sean David Vincent on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Sean was born July 19, 1987.
He passed suddenly into the arms of his beloved Savior Jesus & our father God. Sean was from Grand Lake, LA and loved everything about living in the country. He took many...
Lester Jones
Oct 4, 2023
Lester Jones was born in Louise, Mississippi March 3, 1951 to the late Roosevelt Jones and Lillie Bea Jones.
He moved to St. Louis, Missouri at the age of five years old and was raised their by his parents.
He attended Loverture Elementary School and graduated from Overland Technical Ins. High School. He joined the United States Navy...
Robert Lewis Grady Jr.
Oct 1, 2023
Robert Lewis Grady, Jr. of Lake Charles, LA passed away Sunday, October 1, 2023.
He was the eldest son born on December 28, 1946 to the late Robert Lewis Sr. and Catherine Rita Grady.
He was a graduate of LaGrange High School, class of 1965, then enrolled at McNeese State University obtaining a bachelor’s degree in business marketing. On August...
Andrew Arlo Moore
Sep 27, 2023
Andrew Arlo Moore passed peacefully at his home after a year-and-a-half-long health battle. You may have known him as Andy Vagrant, Arlocon, Cat Daddy, or just Andy. Born in Jennings, LA to Rozanna Guzman Moore and Gary Moore, Andy was a true original. He grew up with two sisters, Brandy Moore Bermea and Casey McDonald (Glenn McDonald). His family moved...
John Joseph Toohey
Sep 12, 2023
John Joseph Toohey, 92 passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023 in Sulphur, Louisiana.
He was born December 28, 1930 to the late James and Margaret Toohey in New York City, NY.
He grew up and eventually married his childhood best friend, Mary Vitolo and together they welcomed two children; John and Nora. He enlisted to serve in the...
Thomas Elton Marshall, Jr.
Sep 12, 2023
Thomas Elton Marshall Jr “Tommy”, 48 years old, of Romayor, Tx, passed away in DeRidder, LA on September 12, 2023.
Tommy was born September 17, 1974 to Phronita Janet Marshall and Thomas Elton Marshall Sr in Houston, Tx. After studying Fire Protection at Pennsylvania State University, Tommy was a Union Sprinkler Fitter
He is preceded in death by his...
Joe Tramonte
Sep 7, 2023
Joseph John “Joe” Tramonte, 70, of Lake Charles, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on September 7, 2023 at a local care facility.
Joe was native and life long resident of the Lake Charles Area. He honorably and faithfully served our country in the United States Army during Vietnam and was an insulator for Local 112. In...
Wallace Pearce
Sep 4, 2023
Wallace Michael Pearce, 78, of Lake Charles, passed away September 4, 2023 in the comfort of his sister’s home following a lengthily illness.
Wallace was a native and life-long resident of Lake Charles. He honorably served our country in the United States Navy.
Preceding Wallace in death are his parents, William (Bill) and Edna LeBlanc Pearce; brothers, John (Billy) Pearce...
Linda Larocca
Aug 11, 2023
Linda LaRocca, age 74 of Lake Charles, Louisiana passed away suddenly on Friday August 11, 2023, at a local hospital.
She worked as a bartender at Lindas Lounge for over 20 years where she was well known for her upbeat personality and Bloody Mary’s. Linda's favorite thing to do was spend time with her great grandkids and her dog...
Ronald Lee Doise
Jul 27, 2023
Ronald Lee Doise, 69, of Ragley, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family.
Mr. Doise was a native and was a resident of the Lake Area for most of his life. He was a self-employed mechanic. He loved his children, pets and motorcycles.
He is survived by his son Shannon Doise, of Iowa; four...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
