Obituaries

Apr 2, 2024

Dallas Raymond "Boog" Simon entered this world on September 21, 1989, born to Cassandra Sonnier and Stephon Simon in Lake Charles, LA. Baton Rouge, Louisiana, became his home for the majority of his life. A dedicated father, son, brother, nephew, and friend, Dallas was loved by many and, but God loved him best His journey on earth came to...

Mar 15, 2024

Sister Georgia Mae Bernard Williamson transitioned for earthly labor to Heavenly reward on Friday, March 15, 2024, at her residence while surrounded by her loving son and family.  Sister Williamson was born in Patoutville, Louisiana on October 25, 1939, to the late Charlotte Jenkins Bernard and Andrew Bernard, Sr.  Sister Williamson accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at...

Mar 2, 2024

Be devoted to one another in love.  Honor one another above yourselves – Romans 12:10

Mack Ellis Segura III, 65 entered into eternal rest on Saturday March 1, 2024 at Landmark Rehabilitation Center in Rayne, Louisiana at 12:56 AM. Our loving brother Mack was born in Lafayette, Louisiana on July 12, 1958, to his parents Mack Ellis...

Mar 2, 2024

Mary Frances Prudhomme-Fuselier, 75, a native and life-long resident of Kinder, LA., passed away at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital on Saturday, March 2, 2024.  Mary was born on September 18, 1948 in Kinder, LA to the late Theresa Dumas and Audrey Prudhomme.  She was baptized at an early age and was a faithful member of Saint Phillip Neri Catholic...

Feb 29, 2024

Ms. Lorraine Ann Moore, 60, a resident of Welsh, LA passed away at her residence on Thursday, February 29, 2024.  Lorraine was born in Lafayette, LA on June 19, 1963, to Alice C. Moore and Joseph M. Moore.  She was baptized at an early age and was a member St Joseph Catholic Church in Welsh, LA, pastored by Reverend...

Feb 28, 2024

Mary Gean Halford, 77, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at River Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Baker, LA.  Mary was received her education in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and worked as a Parking Attendant for East Baton Rouge City-Parish Government until her retirement.

Mary is survived by her brother,...

Feb 25, 2024

César Enrique Ayala Ortiz, de 21 años, falleció el domingo 25 de febrero de 2024 en Baton Rouge, LA. César nació el 8 de enero de 2003 y fue criado por su amada madre, Dolores Ayala Ortiz. A César le encantaba bailar; era un ávido seguidor del FC Barcelona Club de Fútbol. César trabajaba como carpintero en la industria...

Feb 24, 2024

Celebration of Life for Barbara Gayle Rideaux, 64, will be held Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Semien-Lewis Mortuary at 1pm. Elder Allen R. Lazard will officiate. Barbara was born in Lake Charles Louisiana February 1, 1960, to Hesterine White and Edward Nixon. Barbara entered eternal rest on Saturday February 24, 2024. She was a retired hospitality worker who helped...

Feb 20, 2024

Arkia Evette Hemphill, 61 departed this life on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA. She was a native Welsh, LA and resident of Lake Charles, LA.  Arkia was born on June 9, 1962 to the late Wilma and Solomon Miller.  She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age.

Arkia leaves to...

Feb 9, 2024

Celena Marie James-Merow was born to Lawrence James Sr. and Gretchen Woods on March 26, 1981. Celena attended school at Basile Elementary School. After she graduated from William C. Hinkley High School she went on to study at Mesa State College.  Celena received Christ at an early age under the leadership of Rev. Joshua Frank at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist...

Feb 8, 2024

It is with sadness that the family announce the passing of Wilbur "Buck" J. Johnson , 86, of Jennings, Louisiana.  Wilbur was born in Jennings, LA on July 11, 1937, to Matilda Darby and Joseph Johnson, Sr.  He was married to Brenda Guidry Johnson of Jennings, LA.  Wilbur was loved to fish and hunt and was considered...

Feb 2, 2024

On Friday February 2, 2024, Angels quietly whispered in her ear and called her to her heavenly home. Brenda Sue Dargin was born on February 17, 1957, in Lafayette, LA to the late Lawrence and Hazel (Ceasar) Durgin. Brenda was raised by her Aunt Ella Ceasar in Fenton, LA, she later moved to Crowley, LA where she was loved...

Jan 24, 2024

Bridget Ann Actlis, 33, a resident of Kinder, Louisiana entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.   Bridget, affectionately known by many as "Booh" was born on June 16, 1990, in Mamou, LA. to the late Willie Actlis and Mary Ann Douglas Actlis.  Bridget was a member of Faith Deliverance Church in Elton, LA. pastored by Rev. Milton...

Jan 7, 2024

Darrell Lynn Zeno, Sr., 63, a life-long resident of Welsh, LA., passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Plaquemine, LA.  Darrell was born on July 18, 1960, in Welsh, LA to the late Harry Zeno Jr., & Beatrice Riggs Zeno.  He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age and was a member of...

Jan 6, 2024

Dorothy Marie Harvey, 94, transitioned from earthly labor to heavenly reward with her family by her side on Saturday, January 6, 2024.  Sister Harvey was born on January 18, 1929, in Ruston, Louisiana to John Earl Manuel and Mamie Williams Manuel.  She accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Union Baptist Church in Jennings,...

Jan 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Julie Marie "TeeDee" Lowdins Bennett. Julie was born in Lake Charles, LA to Bertha Lowdins Eaglin on October 31, 1967. Julie grew up in Welsh, LA. She later moved to Jennings, LA. where she resided until her passing. Julie loved her family...

Jan 2, 2024

Sister Josephine Simon, 92, passed away peacefully at her residence with her family by her side.  She was born on July 12, 1931, in Welsh, LA., to Ivy Cretchan and Elijah Jackson.  She was married to the late John W. Simon, Sr.  Sister Simon accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and was a faithful...

Jan 2, 2024

Audrey Mae Martin, 80, was born on July 6, 1943, in Eunice, Louisiana to the late Willie Clark, Jr. and Olevia Bias Clark.  She was called from this life on January 2, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family.  Audry worked at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church for 35 years.

She was a woman of faith and a...

Dec 31, 2023

Andrew Keith Richmond, Sr., 63, of Lake Charles, LA., made his departure on December 31, 2023, in the comfort of his home.

He was born in Lake Charles, LA., on October 16, 1960, to Mr. Adrien "Ed" and Mrs. Anna Mae Richmond. As a young boy, he loved playing neighborhood football and following his father around faithfully....

Dec 30, 2023

Brother Joseph Broussard, Jr., 84 a resident of Jennings, Louisiana passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023.  Brother Broussard was born in Jennings, LA., on December 15, 1939, to Jack Broussard and Lena Bernice Booth Broussard.  He received his formal education at Jefferson Davis High School, Grambling State University, Golden State University, and Baylor University.  Brother Broussard served honorably...