Obituaries

Louise Idell Clarence

Louise Idell Clarence

Jul 11, 2020

Mrs. Louise Idell Carey-Clarence, 90, was called from labor to reward on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.  Louise was a native of Plaisance, Louisiana, and a life-long resident of Elton, Louisiana.  She was born on August 7, 1929, in Plaisance, LA to the late Rudolph Carey and Emily Joseph-Carey.  Louise was baptized at an early...

Reiyoshia Deiyoncia Joseph

Reiyoshia Deiyoncia Joseph

Jul 2, 2020

Reiyoshia Deiyoncia Joseph, 38, a native and resident of Crowley, Louisiana entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 2, 2020, in Lafayette General Hospital.  Reiyoshia was born on August 2, 1981, in Crowley, LA to Ronald Carmouche and Verna Lee Joseph.  She was a 1999 graduate of Crowley High School, a 2003 graduate of McNeese State University, and a...

Adele Marie Pete

Adele Marie Pete

Jun 28, 2020

Adele Marie Pete, 54, was a native and life-long resident of Lake Arthur, Louisiana.  Adele was born on September 30, 1965, in Jennings, LA to Thomas Pete, Sr., and Mary Ann Beverly Pete.  She was a graduate of Lake Arthur High School and attended McNeese State University.  Adele accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by the...

Andrus Gobert

Andrus Gobert

Jun 24, 2020

Andrus Gobert, 78, was born on September 7, 1941, in Pot Cove, Louisiana.  He departed this life on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, surrounded by his family.

Andrus was the ninth of ten children born to the late Cameles Gobert and Laurentine Moreau-Guillory-Gobert Bellard.  He was a resident of Lake Charles for most of his life.  He was...

Harry Joseph Berry

Harry Joseph Berry

Jun 24, 2020

Harry Joseph Berry, 55, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on June 24, 2020.  He was born on May 31, 1965, in Jennings, Louisiana to the late Charles Milton Berry, Sr. and Yvonne Leblanc Berry.

Harry was a wonderful dancer. He danced in many, many places.  He will be missed by everyone.  He...

Claudia Faye Janice

Claudia Faye Janice

May 21, 2020

Claudia Faye Davis Janice, 64, departed this life on May 21, 2020, at 10:13 a.m. at Jennings American Legion Hospital in Jennings, Louisiana.  She was born in Lafayette, LA. on April 7, 1956, to the late Claude J. Davis, Sr. and Selecia Marie Goodman-Davis.  Claudia united in marriage to Joseph A. Janice, Sr. on August 13, 1977.  Claudia was...

Cedric "Black" Anderson, Sr.

Cedric "Black" Anderson, Sr.

May 20, 2020

Cedric "Black" Anderson, Sr., was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  Cedric was born on December 27, 1963, in Oak Grove, LA to the union of John Anderson, Sr. of Winnsboro, LA and Ellen Freeman of Oak Grove, LA.  "Black" was a dedicated Cement Finisher for many years.  he was a devoted, loving father,...

Thelma Charles Castille

Thelma Charles Castille

May 20, 2020

Mrs. Thelma Charles Castille, 87, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at a local Nursing Home in Jennings, LA.  Thelma was a native of Breaux Bridge, LA and a life-long resident of Jennings, LA.  She was born on August 24, 1932 to the late Clarence Charles and Cecile Batiste.  Thelma attended Jeff Davis High Training Academy in Jennings,...

Cleveland "Big Daddy" Guillory

Cleveland "Big Daddy" Guillory

May 19, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Cleveland Joseph Guillory mourns his passing into the eternal love of God on Tuesday May 19 2020, at the age of 60.  Cleveland was born March 10, 1960, to the late Cleveland Mouton and Mary Mouton Guillory

Cleveland was a long time cook and business owner of Big...

Remona Jean Davis

Remona Jean Davis

May 10, 2020

The final curtain has been drawn, but all of our lives are much richer because we were touched by the life and death of Mrs. Remona T. Davis on May 10, 2020.  The death angel came and bore the bright spirit of Remona T. Davis away to a land that is free from sickness, sorrow, pain, and death.  Remona T....

Walter Joseph Batiste, Iii

Walter Joseph Batiste, Iii

May 9, 2020

Walter Joseph Batiste III, 23, of Iota, was called home on May 9, 2020, surrounded by his family.  Walter was known as "Tu Tu" to his family and friends. He was born April 30, 1997, in Jennings, LA, the son of  Walter Jr "Popeye" and Karen Batiste. He graduated from Iota High School Class of 2016, where he was...

Elliot James Simon

Elliot James Simon

Apr 16, 2020

Elliot James Simon, 60, was called from his earthly labor to his heavenly reward on Thursday, April 16, 2020, at his residence in Columbus, OH.  Elliot was born on October 28, 1959, to the late Willie Fred Simon and Maudry M. Simon in Jennings, LA.  He was a 1978 graduate of Jennings High School and enlisted in the...

Ethel Louise Celestine

Ethel Louise Celestine

Apr 15, 2020

Ethel Louise Celestine was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on April 15, 2020. She was born on May 3, 1956 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to the late Narcisse and Mabel Celestine. She is preceded in death by her brother Narcisse "Butch" Celestine Jr.

Ethel Louise Celestine confessed to Christ at an early age and...

Vital Edward John

Vital Edward John

Apr 13, 2020

Mr. John Edward Vital, 75, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2020, in Jennings American Legion Hospital.  John was a native of Welsh, LA and a resident of Jennings, LA.  He was born on September 23, 1944, to the late Adam Joseph Vital and Mable White-Vital.  He was a graduate of Bethune High School, Welsh, LA.  John was a...

Alvin D. Andrus

Alvin D. Andrus

Apr 12, 2020

Mr. Alvin Davis Andrus, Sr., passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020.  He was born on April 5, 1935, to the late Gilbert Andrus, Sr. and Pearl Andrus.  After retiring as an Offshore Cook of 40 plus years, he settled in Jennings, LA., where he was called home.

Alvin is preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert...

Paul Carroll "Nick" Pattum

Paul Carroll "Nick" Pattum

Apr 5, 2020

Paul Carroll "Nick" Pattum, 75, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2020, at Jennings American Legion Hospital in Jennings, LA.  Paul was born on January 14, 1945 to the late Jessie and Ida Mae Pattum.  He was a native and lifelong resident of Jennings.  He was a devoted member of Greater Freeman Church of God in Christ in Lake Charles,...

Delbert Lafleur, Jr

Delbert Lafleur, Jr

Apr 1, 2020

Mr. Delbert LaFleur, Jr., age 65, passed away on April 1, 2020.  Delbert was born in Beaumont, TX, to Delbert and Velma LaFleur on February 13, 1955.  He was preceded in death by both parents; brothers, Donald LaFleur and Darrell LaFleur; sister, Verma Thibodeaux Gloston.

Services for Mr. Delbert LaFleur will be announced by the family at...

Carolyn Ann Carter

Carolyn Ann Carter

Mar 25, 2020

Carolyn Ann Mouton-Carter, 69, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at Jennings American Legion Hospital in Jennings, LA.  Carolyn was born on April 3, 1950 in Jennings, LA, to the late V. H. Mouton and Gertie Norman.  Carolyn completed her High School Education and graduated from McKinney Job Corps and later enlisted in the United States Air Force. ...

Lawrence Jack "Pappy" Woods

Lawrence Jack "Pappy" Woods

Mar 3, 2020

Lawrence Jack "Pappy" Woods, 86. passed away at his residence while surrounded by his loving family.  Lawrence was born in Elton, LA., on January 12, 1934, to the late Earl Woods Sr. and Rose Jack-Woods.  Lawrence united in holy matrimony with Malene LeDay Woods and to their union, seven children were born.  "Pappy" was a retired Carpenter and School...

Clarence Pete

Clarence Pete

Feb 26, 2020

With sadness but with joy, Clarence Pete, at the age of 84, made a life transition at Medical City of Arlington Hospital on February 26, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in Arlington, TX.  Clarence, the oldest of seven children, was born on August 20, 1935, to the late Cleveland & Della Johnson Pete in Port Barre, LA.

Clarence...