Obituaries

Feb 4, 2021

Israel Floyd Perrodin, 52, a life-long resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away suddenly on February 4, 2021, in Opelousas, Louisiana.  Floyd was born on July 19, 1968, in Lake Charles, LA. to Shirley Floyd and Betty Jean Perrodin.  Floyd worked the majority of career in the Offshore Oil Industry as a Cook and currently with Walmart Corporation as...

Feb 2, 2021

Carl Ray Williams, 62, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Christus St. Patrick's Hospital in Lake Charles, LA following a brief illness.  Carl was born in Lake Charles, LA on October 20, 1958, to Jeanette Pattum and Morgan Williams, Sr. Carl was a well-known Disk Jockey and was referred to as the "Roman Knight."

Carl leaves to honor...

Jan 25, 2021

Sis. Olivia Mae Johnson Vallrie was born in Donaldsonville, Louisiana to Clarence, Sr. and Ethel Bell Johnson. She graduated from Lowery High School and graduated from The Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with B.A. in Social Studies and a minor in Library Science. She was also a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She was...

Jan 24, 2021

Betty Jean Walker. 72, lived a full life as a devoted mother, a caring sister to her siblings, and loving aunt to her nieces and nephews. Betty passed away at home on January 24, 2021.

Betty was predeceased by her brother Walter, Jr. and both parents, Walter, Sr., and Geneva of New Orleans, LA.

Jan 23, 2021

Wilda Ann "Marie" Ceasar, 70, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021, in Lake Charles, Louisiana at her residence surrounded by her family.  Marie was born the tenth of eleven children to Earl and Rose Woods on January 13, 1951, in Elton, Louisiana.  She was formerly married to the late Willie Joseph Ceasar and to this union four girls...

Jan 22, 2021

Norwen Troy Francis, Sr., 57, passed away on Friday, January 22, 2021, at Lakeview Regional Medical Center in Covington, LA.  Norwen was born on April 4, 2021, to Ristine J. Francis and Doris Francis in Jennings, LA.  He was educated in the Jefferson Davis.  Norwen was a member of Immanuel Worship Center in Jenning, LA., pastored by Terry Lee. ...

Jan 13, 2021

John Stafford Gordon, 89, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Jennings American Legion Hospital.  Safford was born on August 27, 1931, to the late Mary Richard Gordon and Willie Roy Gordon in Jennings, Louisiana.  He was educated in the Jefferson Davis Parish School System and later attend Technical College.  Stafford enlisted in the United States Army on...

Jan 10, 2021

Gunnery Sergeant James Roy Redeaux, Sr., 61, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021 in Harvey, Louisiana.  James was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana to the late Ralph Joseph Redeaux, Sr. and Elizabeth Smith-Redeaux.  He was educated in the Jefferson Davis Parish School System and was a 1977 graduate of Jennings High School where he was the football team's...

Dec 29, 2020

Viola Bhim, 89, transitioned from Earth to Glory early Tuesday morning, December 29, 2020 at Camelot Brookside Senior Living Center in Jennings, Louisiana.  Viola was born on February 20, 1931 to the late Mary Harrison Mitchell.  Viola was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.  She was self-employed as a homemaker...

Dec 24, 2020

Joseph Lee LaFleur, Sr, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 24, 2020 in Lake Charles, LA.  Joseph was born on November 29, 1940, in Eunice, Louisiana to the late Mary Bellard and Houston LaFleur.  He was a United States Army Veteran and served during the Vietnam Conflict.  While in the Army, he received the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense...

Dec 18, 2020

IN EVERY SUNSET AWAITS THE PROMISE OF A SUNRISE

Ms. Ella Mae Cormier , 89, was born on August 26, 1931, in Elton, Louisiana. She accepted Christ at an early age and remained an active member of Mt. Triumph Baptist Church in Jennings, Louisiana.  Ms. Ella was a loving, compassionate mother,...

Dec 10, 2020

Howard Lee Patton, 69, passed away at Allen Parish Hospital in Kinder, Louisiana.  Howard was born on October 18, 1951, to the late Edna and Dennis Patton Sr. of Church Point and Eunice, Louisiana.  After graduating high school, Howard enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1972 and received an honorable discharge.  Howard worked for Supreme Rice Mill...

Dec 9, 2020

Richard Celestine Jr., 81, transitioned from this earthly place to his heavenly home on December 9, 2020, at Camelot Brookside Nursing Home.  Richard was born on December 7, 1939, in Jennings, Louisiana to the late, Mazel Evans and Richard Celestine Sr.  Before his illness, he worked as a Farmer and Handyman.

Richard leaves to cherish his memories,...

Dec 5, 2020

Ray Anthony (Charlie) Woods, 57, departed this earthly life at his residence and entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 5, 2020.

Ray Anthony Woods, was born one of eight children to the late Earl Woods, Jr. and Mary Evelyn Woods on July 20, 1963, at Moss Regional Hospital in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Ray Anthony...

Nov 29, 2020

Larry Andrew Haley, 53, passed away peacefully at his residence in Jennings, Louisiana.  Larry was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on December 27, 1966, to the late Elizabeth Haley.  He was a loveable man and will be truly missed.  Larry is now resting in the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

A memorial service to...

Nov 18, 2020

Andrew Lemelle, Sr., 73, a native of Oberlin, Louisiana and a resident of Fenton, Louisiana, passed away peacefully, while surrounded by his family.  Andrew was born to the late Wilson Lemelle and Catherine Bushnell Lemelle.  He worked as an Iron Worker in the Construction Industry and was a faithful member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Fenton, LA....

Nov 15, 2020

Cory James Marks, 42, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Jennings, LA.  Cory was born on October 12, 1978, in Lake Charles, LA to Cornell Marks and Connie Clark.  He was self-employed as a Licensed Barber and also worked as a Fork Lift Operator.

Cory leaves to mourn his passing, five children, Deon'Janae Lewis, Chanyree Lewis,...

Nov 10, 2020

Daron Markeith Jones, 29, passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020, in Nederland, Texas.  Daron was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on January 29, 1991, to Clifford Jerome Edwards and Tritina Evette Jones.

Oct 15, 2020

Ivan Kim Johnson, 54, a resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away suddenly in Alexandria, Louisiana.  Ivan was born in Sandston, Virginia to Alfin Johnson, Jr. and Betty Lois Savage Johnson.  He worked for Wal Mart Corporation as a Maintenance Worker.  Ivan loved fishing & hunting and enjoyed going to the local casinos.  Ivan enjoyed spending time with his...

Oct 15, 2020

Lee Ray Duhon, 60, was a resident of Jennings, Louisiana, passed away on October 15, 2020, in Jenning American Legion Hospital.  Lee was born on February 23, 1960, in Lafayette, Louisiana to the late Howard L. Duhon, Sr. and Carolyn Gray Duhon.  Lee was educated in the Jefferson Davis Parish School System and later enlisted in the United States...