Local Obituaries
Clara Bell Shoemake
Jun 10, 2024
Lake Arthur
Mrs. Clara Bell Verrett Shoemake, 82, of Lake Arthur, passed away in the early morning hours of June 10, 2024, at her home surrounded by loved ones.
Funeral services for Mrs. Shoemake will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Clyde Thomas officiating. Burial will...
Jarvis "Buck" Parker
Jun 6, 2024
Jarvis Lavelle “Buck” Parker, 84, of Lake Charles, LA, passed away peacefully on June 06, 2024, with his wife by his side.
The family has honored Buck’s wishes of cremation under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
He was born on February 21, 1940, to Alton Parker and Carol Whatley Parker. He worked as a Chemical Engineer, and was proud...
John Phillip Trahan
Jun 4, 2024
Mr. John Phillip Trahan, 73, of Jennings, LA, passed away on June 4, 2024.
He was born on January 13, 1951, in Abbeville to JB and Ida Vidrine Trahan. He was a high school graduate and worked as a Tool Pusher in the Oil and Gas industry. Phillip enjoyed the outdoors, especially when riding his Harley. He also loved fishing...
Linda Ann Richard
Jun 3, 2024
Ms. Linda Ann Richard, 65, of Welsh, LA, passed away on June 3, 2024.
She was born on December 24, 1958, in Welsh to Louis and Aurelia Bouley Richard. Linda chose to be a “stay at home” Mom. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Spending time with her family, especially her precious grandchildren, brought her great joy...
Anita Trahan Legros
Jun 1, 2024
Anita Rose Trahan LeGros, 60, of Jennings, passed away following a long battle from cancer on June 1, 2024, at Resthaven Facility in Lake Charles.
Anita was born on February 20, 1964, in Jennings, to Allie Roy Trahan and Lillie Mae McClelland Trahan. She was a very loving and giving person who found great satisfaction in serving those around her....
Howard Peter Smith Sr.
May 29, 2024
Mr. Howard Peter Smith, Sr., 77, of Lake Arthur, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2024, at his residence.
He was born on February 2, 1947, in Gueydan, LA to Jules and Mary Smith. He worked as an automotive mechanic. Howard enjoyed boats and being on the water, especially if he was shrimping, and being around his family. He could...
Richard I. Fontenot
May 29, 2024
Richard I. Fontenot, 70 of Ville Platte passed away following a short illness on May 29, 2024, at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Ville Platte, LA.
Mr. Fontenot was born on October 7, 1953, in Ville Platte to Irving J. Fontenot and Eva Lou Mounier Fontenot. He worked as a technician in the oil and gas industry.
Those left to...
Charles K. Higginbotham Sr
May 28, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial for Charles Kenneth “Hick” Higginbotham, Sr., 78, of Evangeline will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 12 Noon at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Rev. Trey Ange officiating. Entombment will follow in the Cavalry Mausoleum under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
Visitation for Mr. Higginbotham will begin on Wednesday, May 29, 2024,...
Ronnie Louviere
May 24, 2024
Jennings
The family of Ronnie John Louviere, 60, of Jennings, LA, announces his passing on May 24, 2024.
Ronnie was born on September 28, 1963, in Jennings, LA, to Joseph Louviere and Dolores Thibodeaux. He worked proudly as a driller in the Oil and Gas industry. He will always hold a special place in our hearts and will never be...
Ava Marie Doga
May 23, 2024
Jennings
Ava Marie Miller Doga of Egan passed away on May 23,2024 peacefully in her home.
Mrs. Doga was born on April 14, 1956. She is a 1974 graduate of Iota High School. She loved babysitting, playing Pokeno, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Harvey Doga, sons; Aaron (Kami) Doga of...
Loretta Leblanc Spell
May 17, 2024
Jennings
Loretta “Meme” Louise Spell, 74, of Crowley, Louisiana, passed away on May 17, 2024.
Services for Ms. Loretta will be held at Miguez Funeral Home in Jennings, Louisiana, on Monday May 20, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., with her brother-in-law, Brother Austin Spell officiating. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Sunday May 19, 2024, beginning at...
Anderson Fontenot Jr
May 14, 2024
Funeral services for Anderson Fontenot, Jr. of Welsh, will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings with Pastor Dennis House officiating.
Visitation for Mr. Anderson will begin on Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It will continue on Friday from 8:00 a.m. until the time...
Olivana Hebert
May 6, 2024
Jennings
Olivana Berton Hale Hebert
In loving memory, we announce the passing of Olivana Berton Hale Hebert on May 6, 2024, at the age of 99. Olivana was born June 29, 1924, in the town of McRae, Arkansas, the daughter of Richard and Rose Hale. She was preceded in her passing by a sister Owana (Mickey) Fagan and a brother...
Rocky James Fontenot
May 6, 2024
Jennings
Funeral services for Rocky James Fontenot, 58, of Welsh, will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings with Brother Darrell Hieronymus officiating.
Visitation for Mr. Rocky will begin Friday, May 10, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Saturday until the time of service at...
Florence Jean Richard
Apr 27, 2024
Lake Arthur
Miss Florence Jean Richard, baby daughter of Seth Richard and Destany Hutchins gained her angel wings on April 27, 2024.
She is survived by her parents and one sister Raylynn Richard; grandparents Joy LeBlanc, Charles (Rebecca) Hutchins, Chad (Monica) Richard, and Randy Bouley; great grandmothers Marie Diamond LaBove and Mildred Bouley.
She has been greeted in heaven by...
Clotile Ann Ryder
Apr 21, 2024
Lake Arthur
Graveside services for Mrs. Clotile Ann Hebert Ryder, 81, of Lake Arthur, Louisiana, will be held Tuesday April 23, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., with Brother Jared Thomas officiating. Music selection will be sung by her granddaughter, Tiffany Ryder of Lake Arthur – Christian Musician, and will be I’ll Fly Away, Amazing Grace, In the Garden and Heavens Song....
Zola Mae Cooper
Apr 21, 2024
Jennings
The family of Zola Mae Landry Cooper, 95, of Jennings, LA, announces her passing on April 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday April 25, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church, with Father Keith Pellerin officiating. Following the mass, Zola will depart to...
