Obituaries

Mar 15, 2023

"I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die." – John 11:25

On March 15, 2023, the Lord called home, Doris Marie Willis-Kelly.  Doris was born in Jennings, LA to the late Clarence Willis, Sr. and...

Mar 4, 2023

Kadijah Renee Massey, 28, passed away at her residence in Jennings, LA on Saturday, March 4, 2023.  Kadijah was born on July 12, 1994, to Libbey Nicole Day and Anthony James Massey Sr.  Kadijah accepted Christ at the early age of 9 years and was baptized by Pastor Gerald W. Perkins, Sr. at Union Baptist Church in Jennings, LA. ...

Feb 19, 2023

Mr. Navy Simon passed away during the early hours on the morning of February 19, 2023, at Lake Charles Care Center after a lengthy illness.  Mr. Simon was born on March 27, 1927, in Bell City, Louisiana to the late Tarlton Simon and Lizzie Allison Simon.  Navy accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized in Hayes, LA....

Feb 18, 2023

Mr. Herman James Berry Sr., age 55, was a native of Jennings, LA and a resident of Lake Charles, LA.  He departed this life on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at his residence.  Herman was a member of Mt. Triumph Baptist Church in Jennings, LA. for many years.  He joined Traveler's Rest Baptist Church in Lake Charles, LA. under the leadership...

Feb 17, 2023

Ms. Debra Angela Gordon-Goodman, 62, a native and life-long resident of Jennings, LA. passed on Friday, February 17, 2023, at Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital.  Debra was born on March 6, 1960, to the late, John Stafford Gordon and Edolia Richard-Gordon.  Debra was baptized at an early age and was a member of Immanuel Worship Center in Jennings, LA. pastored...

Feb 4, 2023

On February 4, 2023. the Lord called home his daughter, Rachel Annette Lyons.  Rachel was born in Jennings, Louisiana to the late Herman and Edith Jones on January 29, 1944.  She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age at Mount Triumph Baptist Church, where she served as an usher for many years.  She was joined...

Feb 1, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that the family Kaizen Elijah Ceaser announce his passing at birth on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, LA. to rest in the arms of Jesus.

Kaizen is survived by his parents, Taelor Chanel Broussard and Kendrick Earl Ceaser; four sisters, Maleah Broussard, Acelynn James, Kylee Ceaser,...

Feb 1, 2023

The family of Damien Joseph Williams, 42, announce his unexpected passing on February 1, 2023, at Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, LA. Damien was born on July 17, 1980, in Jennings, LA to Ralph Williams and Connie Simeon. Damien was baptized at an early age and was a member of Union Baptist Church, pastored by Rev. Gerald W....

Jan 28, 2023

The family of Mar'quarius O'torion Au'trelle Harmon, 17, announce his passing on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette, LA.

Celebration of Life Services will be held at 11 am Saturday, February 18, 2023, at Jerusalem Baptist Church, 927 W. 7th Street, Crowley, LA 70526.  Pastor Rev. Sherard M. Joseph will officiate. ...

Jan 27, 2023

I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. Henceforth, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness which the Lord, the Righteousness Judge, shall give me at that last day.—II Timothy 4:7-8.

Sister Theresa Cain Fondel, 83, a native of Teche, Louisiana, and resident of Lake Charles,...

Jan 26, 2023

Williard Jenkins, Sr., Technical Sergeant Retired U.S. Air Force went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 26, 2023, while at his residence with his wife by his side. Willard was born on February 10, 1940, in Dossman, Louisiana to the late Joseph Jenkins and Esthey Spencer. Upon completing High School, Willard enlisted...

Dec 31, 2022

Linda Diana Alfred passed away peacefully in her sleep while surrounded by her family, on Saturday, December 31, 2022. She was a faithful woman who loved the Lord, her family, church, and community. Linda was born on March 25, 1949, in Jennings, Louisiana to Ervin Jackson and Lillie B. Simon. She was educated in the Jefferson Davis Parish School...

Dec 24, 2022

Matias Stricker Abreu, de 4 años, ganó sus alas de ángel el sábado 24 de diciembre de 2022.  Matias era un niño adorable que siempre estaba con su hermano mayor Adrian (10 años) La madre de Matias lo llama (Osito) porque sentía que él era puro amor como un osito de peluche 🧸 ¡Su Osito siempre vivirá en su...

Dec 20, 2022

Bessie Mae Brown, 76, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2022.

Mrs. Brown was born on April 17, 1946 to Ella Mae Francis and Eddie Neal Sr. in Jennings, LA. She was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church and was an active member. She was a graduate of Jeff Davis High School & worked for over 20...

Dec 1, 2022

FIRST SERGEANT CLIFTON LEROY BOWERS, (RETIRED ARMY) , passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022, in Leesville, Louisiana.  He was a resident of Deridder, Louisiana.  Sgt. Bowers was born on June 1, 1945, in Monroe, Louisiana to the late Letha Mae Carter Bowers and O.C. Bowers.  He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early...

Nov 22, 2022

Linda Gail "Pugga" Jones, 66, of Crowley, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Ochsner University Hospital in Lafayette, LA.  Linda was born on August 24, 1956 in Branch, Louisiana to Elizabeth "Effie" Alexander and Leemya Mouton, Sr.  Linda completed her education and later married Arthur Lee Jones and worked as a Housekeeper at Camelot Nursing Home....

Nov 22, 2022

Roy Allen Mayfield, 72, a native and resident of Jennings, LA entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Jennings American Legion Hospital.  Roy was born on May 1, 1950 in Jennings, LA and was educated in the Jefferson Davis Parish School System.  Roy dedicated his life to Christ at an early age and later became a...

Nov 22, 2022

Rayford Joseph Dartez, 64, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at his residence while surrounded by his loving family.  Rayford was born on January 13, 1958, in Lafayette, Louisiana to Leanna Marie Pete Dartez and John Dartez.  Rayford was a well-accomplished mechanic, who could repair just about any vehicle with a motor.  He worked for Anderson Construction as...

Nov 21, 2022

Joseph Antoine Savoy, 81, of Jennings, LA transitioned from earthly labor to his heavenly reward on Monday, November 21, 2022, at Jennings American Legion Hospital.  He was born in Arnaudville, Louisiana on May 20, 1941, to Mary Elodie Collins Savoy and Joseph Lee Savoy.  Joseph accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Union Baptist Church...

Nov 11, 2022

Linda Joyce Guidry-Guillory, 71, passed peacefully at her residence while surrounded by her loving family.  Linda was born in Welsh, Louisiana on July 18, 1951, to Wilma J. Guidry and Harry D. Guidry, Jr.  She was a graduate of Bethune High School in Welsh, Louisiana and was later employed by the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board as a School...