Obituaries

Jun 12, 2024

Skyler Kent Gatte, 39, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.  Skyler was born on May 15, 1985, in Jennings, LA to Susan Daigle and Michael Cloud.  He was educated in the Jefferson Davis Parish School System and was later self-employed as a Carpenter for the past 15 years.  Skyler was a loving father, son, brother,...

Jun 9, 2024

Ernest James Garrick, 55, a resident of Iowa, Louisiana entered into eternal rest unexpectantly at a Lake Charles hospital on Sunday, June 9, 2024.  Ernest was educated in the Calcasieu Parish School System and was a 1988 graduate of Lake Charles Boston High School in Lake Charles, LA.  Ernest accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early...

Jun 7, 2024

Diana Marie Dartez, 62, transitioned from earthly labor to heavenly reward on Friday, June 7, 2024, at Baton Rouge General Hospital. She was born January 24, 1962, in Lafayette, Louisiana to the late Frank Lyons and Letha Francis. Diana attended public school. At an early age she professed her faith in Jesus Christ and joined Immanuel Christ Sanctified Holiness...

May 18, 2024

Sister Lucy Bilbo, a devoted mother and grandmother, a faithful servant of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ transitioned from earthly labor to heavenly reward at the age of 90 years on Saturday, May 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving and devoted family.  Sister Lucy Bilbo was born on December 3, 1933 to Alex and Gertie Jones Haley.  She...

Apr 22, 2024

Kinsley Che'Reese Winfrey, infant passed away on April 22, 2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women and Children's Hospital in Lafayette, LA.  Kinsley was born on April 9, 2024 in Lafayette, LA to Chereese Thibodeaux Winfrey and Kenneth Winfrey, Jr.

Celebration of Life Services will be held at 11 am Saturday, April 27, 2024, in the Church...

Apr 22, 2024

Sister Joyce Cormier Dugas Andrus was born on April 18, 1923, in Ellis, Louisiana to the late Henry Cormier, Sr. and Mary Louise Daigle Cormier. She was the last of the ten siblings to depart this world. While she was with us, she lived by two basic principles; "Walk Humbly Before The Lord" and "Love Everyone."

She...

Apr 13, 2024

Eric Louis Simeon, 64, a resident of Lafayette, Louisiana entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at his residence with his loving wife and family by his side.  Eric was born in Lafayette, LA on February 29, 1960, to Eula Mae Lee Simeon and Willie Simeon.  After completing his high school education, Eric worked as a Security...

Apr 11, 2024

On August 18, 1930, in Lacassine, Louisiana, Phillip and Octavia Dugar were blessed with a daughter who they named Adeline Dugar. She gained her heavenly wings on April 11, 2024. She was affectionally known as "Sister". She grew up accepting Christ at an early age, and was baptized by Rev Jackson, and became a member of Lambert Chapel CME....

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...