Obituaries

Kathleen Lenore Crader

Kathleen Lenore Crader

Dec 13, 2024

Kathleen Lenore Crader, 64 was born in Jennings, LA to Joseph Broussard and Everline Smith. She was educated in the Jefferson Davis Parish School System and completed credits at Grambling State University. She accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member and devoted pianist at Union Baptist Church.

For many years, Kathleen worked her...

Bella Jean Lewis

Bella Jean Lewis

Dec 9, 2024

Sister Bella Jean Lewis, a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, a faithful servant of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ transitioned from earthly labor to heavenly reward at the age of 77 years on Monday, December 9, 2024.  Sister Bella Lewis was born on October 6, 1947, to the late Earnest and Genevieve Lewis in Lafayette, LA.  She was...

Frederick James Matthews, Jr.

Frederick James Matthews, Jr.

Dec 2, 2024

Frederick James Matthews, Jr., 67, of Jennings, LA passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, at Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital.  Frederick was born on October 29, 1957, in Lafayette, LA to Fredrick James Matthews, Sr. and Loretta M. Beroid.  Frederick accepted Christ at an early age.  In 1975, at the age of 17, he enlisted in the United States...

Mary Andranize Chargois

Mary Andranize Chargois

Nov 23, 2024

Mary Andranize Chargois, 76, of Jennings, known by most as "Popoose", was born on November 30, 1947 to Inez Catalon-Chargois and Frank Chargois.  Popoose had a very big heart and showed compassion for everyone.  Her vibrant spirit and caring demeanor touched the lives of many,  especially her grandchildren.  Popoose will be dearly missed by all. She peacefully departed this...

Mary St. Andre

Mary St. Andre

Nov 21, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mary St. Andre, 78, of Lake Charles, LA announce her passing.  Mary was born on October 11, 1946, in Ville Platte, Louisiana to her loving parents, Elta Richard Malveaux and William Malveaux.  She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Saviour at an early age and was a member of...

Katie Rose Rochelle

Katie Rose Rochelle

Nov 19, 2024

Sister Katie Rose Anderson-Rochelle, 91, of Jennings, LA., transitioned from earthly labor to heavenly reward on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at her residence.  Sister Rochelle was born on September 10, 1933 in Jennings, LA to her loving parents, Gladys Berniece Guidry-Anderson and Charles Willie Anderson, Sr.  She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and...

Shelby Wilson, Jr.

Shelby Wilson, Jr.

Nov 16, 2024

Shelby Jerome Wilson Jr., lovingly known as Baby Shel, was called home to be with the Lord on November 16, 2024. Born on September 17, 1963, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Shelby lived a life of faith and love for his family.

Shelby grew up as a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, and in later...

Edolia Mae Williams

Edolia Mae Williams

Nov 13, 2024

Sister Edolia Williams, 90, departed this life at her residence in Gueydan, LA on November 13, 2024.  She was born in Lake Arthur, LA on November 3, 1934, to her loving parents, Ada and Sye Mitchell Sr.  Sister Edolia lived most of her life in Gueydan, LA., where she was known as Mrs. Williams the "Teacher."

Sister...

Australia Marie Malveaux

Australia Marie Malveaux

Nov 11, 2024

Ms. Australia Marie Malveaux, 62, of Lake Charles, LA passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024.  The family is planning a Memorial Service to be announced at a later date.  Please keep the Malveaux family in your prayers.

Helen Levy

Helen Levy

Oct 19, 2024

Ms. Helen Levy, 75, of Welsh, Louisiana passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at her residence.  Helen was born in Roanoke, Louisiana on August 4, 1949, to the late Annie Mae Levy and Lloyd Levy, Sr.  She received her education in the Jefferson Davis Parish School System and later worked as a Cook for St. John United Methodist...

Ervin Lee Quinn

Ervin Lee Quinn

Oct 4, 2024

Ervin Lee Quinn, 77, of Welsh, Louisiana passed away at East Jefferson Memorial Hospital on October 4, 2024.  Ervin was born on November 6, 1946 is Sulphur, Louisiana as the second child to Henry and Viola Quinn.  Shortly after graduating from high school, Ervin left Louisiana to live in Los Angeles, California.  He worked diligently with his cousin at...

Betty Ann Batiste

Betty Ann Batiste

Sep 27, 2024

Betty Ann Greis Batiste, 85, of Welsh, LA entered eternal rest on September 27, 2024, at Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, LA. Betty was born on June 13, 1939 in Welsh, LA to Mary Harrison Mitchell and Henry Greis.  Betty was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System and later worked as a Lab Technician in the Healthcare...

Erma Lee Thomas

Erma Lee Thomas

Sep 25, 2024

Sister Erma Lee Thomas, 86, of Lake Arthur, LA.,  transitioned from earthly labor to heavenly reward  on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, LA.  Sister Erma was born on December 5, 1937, in Lake Arthur, LA to the late Joyce Lee and Rodney Collins.  Sister Erma was baptized at an early age and currently...

Jimmie Lee Carmichael

Jimmie Lee Carmichael

Sep 19, 2024

Jimmie was born April 18, 1948, in Mobile Alabama to the union of Jimmie Lee Sr. and Deloris Carmichael. Jimmie accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was baptized at St John First Baptist Church in Corpus Christi, Texas. Jimmie passed through this life on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at the age of 76. He has joined his...

Paulino Lopez Nicasio

Paulino Lopez Nicasio

Sep 16, 2024

Paulino López Nicasio, de 64 años, entró en descanso eterno el lunes 16 de septiembre de 2024 en Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.  Paulino nació el 22 de junio de 1960 en León Guanajuato, México.  Era hijo de Eulogio López Ríos y Felicitas Nicasio.  Paulino estaba casado con Antonia Gómez-Díaz.  Fue un gran trabajador y amigo, pero más importante aún,...

Wayne Dale Wilridge, Sr.

Wayne Dale Wilridge, Sr.

Sep 15, 2024

Funeral Service Will Be Livestreamed Via Facebook At 12:45 p.m.  Please Use The Link Below:

https://www.facebook.com/share/DheXPE3SZoDy8XTk/?mibextid=qi2Omg

Wayne Dale Wilridge, Sr. took his first breath on July 4, 1955, in Crowley, LA, born to the late Atkin Wilridge, Sr. and Freddie "Helen" Wilridge. He was the fourth of 13 children,...

Wiley Lee Hawkins

Wiley Lee Hawkins

Sep 11, 2024

Wiley Lee Hawkins, 61, of Jennings, LA entered eternal rest at his residence on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family.  Wiley was born on December 25, 1962, to Amanda Marie Hawkins and Jessie Guidry.  Wiley received the sacrament of Baptism as an infant and was a life-long member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic...

Sidney Jack, Jr.

Sidney Jack, Jr.

Sep 7, 2024

In Loving Memory of Sidney Jack, Jr. September 19, 1951 – September 7, 2024 U.S. Air Force Veteran

Mr. Sidney "Lemme" Jack, Jr., 72, peacefully entered eternal rest on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Deridder Retirement and Rehabilitation Center in Deridder, LA, where he resided.

Sidney was born on...

Byron Chad Jones

Byron Chad Jones

Sep 5, 2024

Byron "Chad" Jones was born on August 23, 1973, to Patsy Ann Jones Mczeal.  He was the first of two sons.  He entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 5, 2024.

Byron was preceded in death by his mother, Patsy Ann Jones Mczeal; grandfather, Dallas Jones; grandmother, Marjorie Jones; daughter, Alyssa Campbell.

Those left to...

Elton Montel Freeman

Elton Montel Freeman

Aug 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Elton Montel Freeman, 32, affectionately known as "Snoop" of Jennings, LA announce his passing.  Elton was born in Jennings, LA to Rosalyn Marie Freeman and Everett Major Williams.  Elton was educated in the Jefferson Davis Parish School System.  He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. ...