Local Obituaries
Wilson Hebert
Aug 2, 2024
Jennings
Wilson Anthony Hebert of Welsh, LA, passed away on August 2, 2024, at the age of 90. Born in Crowley, LA on April 20, 1934, he was a proud Army veteran who served his country.
Wilson was a high school graduate who went on to become a successful business owner in the auto parts industry. He was a devoted father to...
Marilla LaFleur
Jul 29, 2024
Jennings
Marilla Ann LaFleur, a beloved member of the Jennings community, will be remembered and celebrated for her vibrant spirit and love for her family. Born on March 24, 1943, in Jennings, Louisiana, Marilla dedicated her life to both her work as a florist assistant and her role as a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother.
Marilla's legacy lives on through her sons, Tony...
James D. Duplantis
Jul 27, 2024
Mr. James “Jamie” Duplantis, 75, of Lake Arthur, LA, passed away peacefully at his home, on July 27, 2024.
Visitation will be held on Friday August 2, 2024, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., with a rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. Following the visitation, the family has chosen to honor his wishes of cremation.
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James Fontenot
Jul 25, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of James Keith Fontenot, 70, of Lake Arthur, LA, announces his passing on July 25, 2024.
A gathering of family and friends will be held on Monday July 29, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Lake Arthur. A Cursillo Rosary will be held at...
Billy Joe Lejeune
Jul 21, 2024
Billy Joe LeJeune, 66, of Lake Arthur, LA, passed away on July 21, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his loved ones.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday July 24, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings, with Father Roland Vaughn officiating. A gathering of friends and family will be held on Tuesday July 23,...
Johnny Leger
Jul 20, 2024
Johnny Leger, 77, of Evangeline, LA, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Johnny was born on July 10, 1947, in Jennings, LA, to Clyde Leger and Nora Dugas Leger. He proudly was an Army Viet Nam Era Veteran. Later in life, he also worked as a Floor hand in the Oil and Gas Industry for...
Aulden Joseph Leblanc
Jul 19, 2024
On Friday, July 19, 2024, Aulden Joseph LeBlanc Sr. entered into the eternal presence of God, through the mercy of Christ’s sacrifice. It is both with sadness mixed with joy to know this, as we are confident in the heart of God but left with such an emptiness of heart here.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday,...
Margaret Duhon Robin
Jul 17, 2024
Surrounded by her loved ones, Margaret Ann Biddick Duhon Robin, 84, of Jennings, Louisiana, passed away on July 17, 2024.
Born on August 30, 1939 to Ruby Myers Biddick and Joris Dean Biddick, in Mermentau, Louisiana, Margaret soon moved to Jennings and has always called Southwest Louisiana home. Proud of her Cajun roots, she loved music and never backed down...
Christopher Todd Sensat
Jul 11, 2024
Christopher Todd Sensat, 58, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024.
He was born on February 25, 1966, in Lafayette, LA, to Howard Sensat, Jr. M.D. and Ida Bellard Sensat. He lived most of his life in the Evangeline area and in recent years, in Lake Charles, LA. He worked as a Mud Engineer for many years. Christopher enjoyed the...
Minnie Elaine Price
Jul 6, 2024
Jennings
Minnie Elaine Brown Price, 74, of Lake Arthur passed away peacefully on July 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Price was born on March 10, 1950, in Jennings, LA to Fred and Gladys Landry Brown. She spent her entire life feeding children, making sure no one would ever be hungry and to honor her the family will...
Patrick "Mike" Briggs
Jul 6, 2024
JENNINGS Funeral services for Patrick Michael Briggs, 72, will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Immaculate Conception Catholic church at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Anil Alexander officiating. A burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
Visitation will begin on Monday, July 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with a...
Kay Huber Broussard
Jul 6, 2024
Jennings
Celebrating the Life of Brenda “Kay” Huber Broussard
August 28, 1949 – July 6, 2024
With hearts both heavy and grateful, our family asks that you join us in celebrating the life and loving legacy of Kay. She was a beacon of compassion, and deeply touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Kay was...
Laurice A. Hanks
Jul 6, 2024
Funeral services for Mrs. Laurice A. Hanks, 72, will be held on Wednesday, July10, 2024, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 p.m. with Deacon Mike Tramel officiating. A burial will follow in the Estherwood Cemetery under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. until the time of services...
JB Winn
Jul 5, 2024
Mr. JB Winn, 91, of Basile, passed away on July 5, 2024.
A gathering of friends and family will be held on Wednesday July 10, 2024, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Lake Arthur, LA, beginning at 2:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Thursday July 11, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. which will be...
Howard Ellis Owers
Jul 3, 2024
Jennings
Funeral services for Mr. Howard Ellis Owers, 82, will be held on Monday, July 8, 2024, at Miguez Funeral Home in Jennings, beginning at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Gene Vincent and Bro. Brian Wells officiating. The burial will take place at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
Visitations will begin on Monday at 9:30 a.m. and...
Eva Derks Landry
Jul 2, 2024
Jennings
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Eva Derks Landry, 97, at Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic church on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. with Father Keith Pellerin and Father Marshall Bouley officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors at Miguez Funeral...
Creed Joseph Crader
Jul 2, 2024
Creed Joseph Crader, baby boy of Mary and Hunter Crader, of Jennings, gained his angel wings on July 2, 2024.
Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Mary Guidry Crader and Hunter Crader; brother, Marshall Eli Crader; sister, Ivy Grace Crader; maternal grandmother, Julie “Boobie” Guidry; paternal grandparents, Rebecca and Denis Brady; and a host of extended family and...
Gregory P. Arabie
Jun 22, 2024
The family of Mr. Gregory Paul Arabie, 50, of Iota, sadly announces his passing on June 22, 2024.
The family has chosen cremation under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
A memorial gathering for family and friends will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
Mr....
Betty Autin
Jun 21, 2024
Jennings
Betty Autin, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, peacefully passed away on June 21, 2024, at the age of 95. She was born on June 10, 1929, in Egan, LA, to Joseph and Adez Meche Oliver.
Betty resided in Jennings, LA for most of her life. She dedicated herself to her family as a loving and devoted homemaker....
