Local Obituaries
Mark Menard
Feb 18, 2025
Mark Menard, age 61, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, in Lafayette.
Born to Wilfred and Lois Menard on July 23, 1963, Mark enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and especially his grandchildren. He was a true friend to many and had a heart of gold. The 1981 graduate of Jennings High School was an avid sports fan and especially...
Pamela Herndon
Feb 15, 2025
Pamela Rachelle Herndon, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on May 14, 1969, in Jennings, Louisiana, Pamela was a lifelong resident of her cherished hometown, where she embraced her role as a dedicated homemaker and nurtured her family with unwavering love.
Pamela will be lovingly remembered by...
Donnie Ray Steele
Feb 12, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donnie Ray Steele, who left us on February 12, 2025, at the age of 66.
Donnie was born on July 21, 1958, in Natchez, Mississippi, to Dannie Steele and Pauline Smith Steele. Donnie spent his life dedicated to his family and his work as a truck driver, a profession he cherished deeply. An...
Melva Ledoux
Feb 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melva LeDoux, who left this world peacefully on February 11, 2025, at the age of 85.
Melva was born in Sharon Grove, Kentucky, on December 20, 1939, to Wilmer and Roxie Borders. She was a dedicated homemaker, whose life was devoted to nurturing her children and grandchildren. She took immense...
Phyllis Lytle
Feb 7, 2025
The family of Ms. Phyllis Ann Smith Lytle, 68, of Jennings, passed away on February 7, 2025, in the Jeff Davis Living Center.
Cremation has been entrusted to Miguez Funeral Home.
Graveside Inurnment services will be held on Friday, February 14, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, beginning at 10:00 a.m., with Father Paul LaFleur officiating. She will be laid to rest next...
Charlotte Oldfield
Feb 5, 2025
The family would like to announce the passing of Charlotte Oldfield, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on February 5, 2025, at the age of 62.
Born on July 15, 1962, in Lake Arthur, Louisiana, Charlotte spent her life surrounded by family and friends in Jennings, Louisiana.
Charlotte was the cherished wife of Edward Oldfield and a devoted...
Vergine Hebert Trahan
Feb 5, 2025
Vergine Hebert Trahan, 88, born in Lyons Point, Louisiana and a native of Beaumont, Texas passed away February 5, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. Vergine was a hard worker all her life but finally succumbed to the debilitating disease of Parkinson’s.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a Vigil and...
Juan Gomez
Feb 4, 2025
Juan Gomez, 92, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, formerly of Raymondville, Texas passed away Tuesday February 4, 2025, at Southwest Veterans Home in Jennings, Louisiana. Juan was born March 8, 1932. He was married 56 years to the love of his life Sarah Mungia Gomez before her passing. He served in the U.S. Army and took pride being a veteran. He...
George "Joey" Hewitt
Feb 1, 2025
George Joseph Pugh "Joey" Hewitt, 59, departed this life on February 1, 2025, in Houston, TX. He was surrounded by family and close friends at the time of his passing.
Joey was born February 22, 1965, at American Legion Hospital in Jennings, LA to Millie, an elementary school teacher and Clark, an inspector of oil and gas wells throughout the state...
Ricky "Catfish" Young
Feb 1, 2025
Ricky Anthony “Catfish” Young, 64, of Jennings, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in his home on February 1, 2025.
A gathering family and friends will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel, beginning at 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. until...
Alice Granger
Jan 31, 2025
The family would like to announce the passing of Alice Ann Granger, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, who left us on January 31, 2025, at the age of 81 surrounded by her family. Born on August 3, 1943, in Lake Arthur, LA, Alice lived a life devoted to her family and her faith.
Alice was a true homemaker who...
Deanna Sumpter
Jan 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deanna Bell Sumpter, who left us peacefully on January 29, 2025, at the age of 80. Born in Jennings, LA, on January 19, 1945, Deanna touched the lives of many during her time here.
Deanna dedicated her career to the oil industry, serving as a Human Resources Director and making...
Milton Murphy Conner
Jan 26, 2025
Milton Murphy Conner, 78, of Lake Arthur, LA, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, in his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
The family has chosen to fulfill Milton’s wishes of cremation, under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Milton’s life will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Miguez Funeral Home...
Dwayne LaFleur
Jan 26, 2025
The family would like to announce the passing of Robert Dwayne LaFleur, who left us peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on September 9, 1963, in Oakdale, LA, to Robert LaFleur and Rebecca Caughron Falls.
Dwayne proudly served in the Marines, enlisting on November 24, 1981, and earning the rank of Lance Corporal before he was...
Serena LaBouve
Jan 23, 2025
Serena LaBouve, 54, of Jennings, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, January 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Miguez Funeral Home on Sunday January 26, 2025, beginning at 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Monday January 27, 2025, until the time of service.
A funeral service...
Frank Paul Monceaux
Jan 15, 2025
Frank Paul Monceaux was born on January 12, 1951, in Gueydan, LA, and peacefully passed away on January 15, 2025, at his residence with his devoted family by his side. While his ailment may have taken him from this earth too soon, it never robbed him of his love for his family.
Frank was a third-generation rice and soybean farmer, and,...
Ricky Aucoin
Jan 10, 2025
The family of Ricky Cyrus Aucoin, of Jennings, announces his passing on January 10, 2025, at the age of 56.
A gathering of friends and family of Mr. Ricky will be held on Tuesday January 14, 2025, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel, beginning at 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.
Funeral services to honor Ricky's life will begin at 2:00...
Ronald "Ron" LeBlanc
Jan 8, 2025
Ronald “Ron” Charles LeBlanc, 79, of Jennings passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
Ron was born on February 18, 1945, in Jennings to Oza LeBlanc and Mary Miller LeBlanc. He worked as a sales representative for Davidson Sash and Door for many years. His love of woodworking in his shop made his...
John Roache
Jan 5, 2025
Jennings
John Allen Roche, 56, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on September 28, 1968, in Lafayette, LA to John Gladue Roche, Jr. and Louella Ann Schexnider.
Those left to cherish his memory are one sister, Lorilyn Roche, one brother, Justin (Meagan) Schexnider, both of Crowley, five nephews, Kenneth (Abbie) Roche, Noah and Kohen Schexnider, Hayden...
Desi Brooke Davis
Jan 2, 2025
Desira “Desi” Brooke Davis, of Jennings, LA, passed away on January 2, 2025, at the age of 44.
Desi was born on October 10, 1980, to Ronald Shuff and Peggy Duhon Davis, in Crowley, Louisiana. She always had a smile and laugh that was contagious to those around her. Desi had that “hippie” soul and she loved her plants and always...
