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All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ************************************************ =========================== Information Disclaimeer ==================== Provided by permission from the Lake Charles American Press. The American Press assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of the following information. The newspaper prints material provided by the respective funeral homes. The listings in this document have been arranged chronologically; entries for each date published are alphabetical. The notation beside the deceased's name is the date the obituary was printed. When a name appears in the index for this year but not in this list, no full obituary ran. ===================================================================== Ollie A. Dickerson — 7/1/2002 Ollie Agnes Akin Dickerson, 91, died Saturday, June 29, 2002, in her residence. She was a native of Nacogdoches, Texas, and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She and her late husband were the owners-operators of Dickerson’s Grocery Store on U.S. 171 for more than 40 years. Survivors include one son, William “Bill” Dickerson of Lake Charles; one daughter, Tasca D. Savoie Johansson of Whidbey Island, Wash.; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, in Hixson Funeral Home. The Rev. Dan McFatter will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 3100 Samford Ave., Shreveport, LA 71103, the family said. Iris C. Guillory — 7/1/2002 Iris C. Guillory, 84, died Saturday, June 29, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Pocahontas, Miss. She was a 1935 graduate of Lake Charles High School and an aircraft mechanic during World War II at Lake Charles Air Force Base. She was a retired nursing assistant. She was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church of Lake Charles. Survivors include one daughter, Martha Jo Guillory Schexneider of Lake Charles; one stepson, John Otis Guillory of Roanoke; one sister, Vivian Cannon of Mobile, Ala.; and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Betty McGehee will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Tuesday. Herman G. Herrington — 7/1/2002 DERIDDER — Herman Glynn Herrington, 89, died Saturday, June 22, 2002, in his residence. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Old Cypress Cemetery under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home. John Jardneaux Sr. — 7/1/2002 SULPHUR — John Jardneaux Sr., 76, died Sunday, June 30, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Crowley and was a resident of Sulphur. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for PPG. Survivors include three sons, Johnny Lee, Wayne Ray and John Jardneaux Jr., all of Sulphur; one daughter, Dorothy Ann Prejean of Sulphur; four brothers, Louis, Horace, Voris and Ivy Jardneaux, all of Sulphur; three sisters, Ella Vincent, Bernice Dupre and Louise Ellender, all of Sulphur; 13 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Nay Vickers will officiate. Burial will be in Niblett’s Bluff Cemetery. Visitation is 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today and from 8:30 a.m. Tuesday. Ida H. LaFleur — 7/1/2002 Ida Savoy Hall LaFleur, 85, died Sunday, June 30, 2002, in a local hospital. She had been a resident of Rosewood Care Center for the past six years. She was Catholic. Survivors include two sons, Billy Hall of Marysville, Calif., and Jack Hall of Sacramento, Calif.; one brother, John A. Savoy of Indian Bayou; five grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, in Hixson Funeral Home. Burial will be in LeBleu Cemetery in LeBleu Settlement. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Tuesday. Kenneth E. Walter — 7/1/2002 VINTON — Kenneth E. Walter, 77, died at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 2002, in a Houston hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Vinton. He was a Marine veteran and served in World War II. He was a pipefitter with Union Local 195 for 28 years. He was a member of the Vinton VFW. Survivors include his wife, Alice Martha Walter of Vinton; four sons, Ernest Floyd Hare of Sulphur and Larry Gene Hare, Gary Eugene Walter and Danny Lee Walter, all of Vinton; one daughter, Carolyn Baker of Houston; three brothers, Gerald, Tim and Aubrey Walter, all of Vinton; two sisters, Doris Patin of Vinton and Dura Roberts of Duncan, Okla.; 14 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, in First United Methodist Church. The Rev. Jerry Johnson will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m. today and from 8:30 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. James P. Bult III — 7/2/2002 James Phillip Bult III, 70, died at 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a 1948 graduate of Lake Charles High School. He was a Navy veteran. He was a member of the Plumbers and Steamfit-ters local. He was a self-employed plumbing contractor. Survivors include his son, Greg Bult of Moss Bluff; one sister, Phyllis Rennert of Lake Charles; and two grandchildren. A private family service will be held at a later date. The body was cremated. Gary L. Ewing — 7/2/2002 JONESVILLE — Gary L. Ewing, 47, died Saturday, June 29, 2002, in Jonesville. He was a Block High School graduate. He was a musician, a songwriter and part of the Ewing family singing group. He sang at weddings and funerals. He was a sporting-goods salesman. He was a member of Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church. Survivors include two daughters, Autumn Melody Ewing of Ridgeland, Miss., and Summer Alison Ewing Tullier of Baton Rouge; two brothers, Derwin Ewing of Pineville and Mike Ewing of Jonesville; and his father, Bobby Ray Ewing of Jonesville. He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Boothe Ewing. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, in Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church. The Revs. Russell Hancock, Dan Davis and Murrell Ewing will officiate. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery in Manifest under the direction of Young’s Funeral Home. Visitation is from 6 p.m. today in the church. Pallbearers will be Brenson and Deron Ewing, Delan Hale, Kevin Hale and Mark Hale, Dwight Kemnitz, and Buddy Patten and Ricky Patten. Honorary pallbearers will be Kade Kemnitz and Kohl Kemnitz, Wayne Bryant and Ross McCaughey. Ida B. Hare — 7/2/2002 MERRYVILLE — Ida Bell “Maw Bell” Hare, 95, died at 3:50 p.m. Sunday, June 30, 2002, in a local care center. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 2, in Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Burial will be in Merryville Cemetery. Bessie M. Hayes — 7/2/2002 GLENMORA — Bessie Mae Hayes, 91, died Friday, June 28, 2002, in the Oakdale hospital. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, in Mount Olive Baptist Church. Burial will be in Glenmora Community Cemetery under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Oakdale. Eddie Lejeune — 7/2/2002 JENNINGS — Eddie Lejeune, 88, died at 12:50 a.m. Sunday, June 30, 2002, in a local care center. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 2, in Miguez Funeral Home. Burial will be in Bertrand Cemetery. Exie Butler McInnis — 7/2/2002 Exie Butler McInnis, 100, died Monday, July 1, 2002, in Lake Charles. She was born in Peason on Jan. 8, 1902, to the late Allen and Ella Butler. She married Lev McInnis on Jan. 1, 1934. She was a graduate of Peason High School and Louisiana Normal College. She taught for many years in Sabine Parish schools. She was a former social reporter for the Sabine Index and the Natchitoches Times. She was a member of the Retired Teachers Association and the Sabine Parish Homemakers Extension. She was the oldest member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include her children, Marlynn and James Burt of Shreveport; Mariella and L.C. Welch of Lake Charles and Margie and Roy Lee Brown of Peason; her grandchildren, Beverly and Dale Watkins and Rhonda and Dane Caskey of Keithville, Kathy Burt and Kristie Brown of Shreveport; Cheryl and Jeff O’Neal of Moss Bluff; Kim and Terry McCollough of Peason; Kayla and Lewis Hopkins of Mount Carmel and Robyn Welch of Greenville, S.C.; her great-grandchildren, Steve Burt, Jessica McCollough, Randi and Kati Morgan and Marissa Brown of Shreveport; Jennifer and Paul Grayson, D.J. and James Caskey of Keithville; Nancy McCollough of Peason; Cody, Kyle and Chase Hopkins of Mount Carmel; David O’Neal of Kansas City, Mo.; Phillip and Nicole O’Neal of Sulphur and Michael and Timothy O’Neal of Moss Bluff; her nieces, Janet Mackenzie of Rome, Ga., and Jimmie Feuge of DeRidder; a nephew, Cliff Lockwood of DeRidder; and a host of extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two brothers, Monroe and Elijah Butler; two grandchildren, Phillip Welch and Karen Brown; and two great-grandchildren, Angel Caskey and Jamie Burt. Honorary pallbearers will be James Burt, L.C. Welch, Roy Lee Brown, Dale Watkins, Jeff O’Neal, Dane Caskey, Terry McCol-lough, Lewis, Cody, Kyle, and Chase Hopkins and Rickey Robertson. Pallbearers will be Steve Burt, David, Phillip, Michael and Timothy O’Neal, D.J. and James Caskey, and Paul Grayson. Her funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, in Pine Grove Baptist Church of Peason. Burial will be in Middle Creek Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. The Revs. Glenn Flenniken and Bobby Shirley will officiate. Visitation is from 5 p.m. today in the church. Jessie M. McNeal — 7/2/2002 MELDER — Jessie Mae McNeal, 78, died Thursday, June 27, 2002. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, in St. Mark Methodist Church. Burial will be in Melder Community Cemetery under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Oakdale. Myrtle Nesbitt — 7/2/2002 LEESVILLE — Myrtle Nesbitt, 89, died Saturday, June 29, 2002, in the Leesville hospital. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, in Labby Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Leesville Cemetery. Kenneth E. Walter — 7/2/2002 Kenneth E. Walter, 77, died at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 2002, in a Houston hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Vinton. He served in the Marine Corps in World War II. He was a pipefitter with Local 195 for 28 years. He was a member of the Vinton VFW. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Alice Martha Walter of Vinton; four sons, Ernest Floyd Hare of Sulphur, Larry Gene Hare of Vinton, Gary Eugene Walter of Vinton, and Danny Lee Walter of Vinton; one daughter, Carolyn Baker of Houston; three brothers, Gerald Walter, Tim Walter and Aubrey Walter, all of Vinton; two sisters, Doris Patin of Vinton and Dura Roberts of Duncan, Okla.; 14 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Emma Louise Walter. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 2, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Jerry John-son will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss. Visitation is from 8:30 a.m. Marjorie D. Wilson — 7/2/2002 SULPHUR — Marjorie D. Wilson, 79, died at 11:59 p.m. Saturday, June 29, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Evangeline. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Sulphur. Survivors include one son, Louis ”Buddy” Wilson of Sulphur; two sisters, JoAnn Landry of Jennings and Claudine Brady of San Antonio; seven grandchildren, Thomas Wilson of Oklahoma, William Wilson of Austin, Texas, Vernon Wilson of Oklahoma, Shirley Marie Barton of Oklahoma, Rebecca Wilson of Sulphur, Johnathon Wilson of New Jersey and Stephanie Wilson of Sulphur; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Po-Boy” Wilson, and two sons, Billy Wilson and Ronnie Wilson. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss. Visitation is 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today and from 8:30 a.m. Wednesday. Jacqueline M. Wright — 7/2/2002 Jacqueline Marie Wright, 49, died Friday, June 28, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Lafayette, and she lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She was a member of Saints Memorial Church of God in Christ. She was on the hospitality committee. She was a Sunday school teacher. She was on the building fund committee and the pastor’s aid committee. She was a greeter at the Wal-Mart SuperCenter. Survivors include her husband, Willie J. Wright of Lake Charles; three sons, Wallace Davis III of Chicago and Anthony M. Davis and Jamar O. Davis, both of Atlanta; one stepson, Sharick J. Wright of Atlanta; two stepdaughters, La’Shandette Wright Wragg and LaShaundra Wright, both of Atlanta; three brothers, Johnny W. Miller, Clifford J. Miller and Clarence L. Green, all of Lake Charles; three sisters, Carolyn F. Lee and Mary B. Davis, both of Lake Charles, and Kathy G. Green of Atlanta; her mother, Leola M. Miller of Lake Charles; five grandchildren; and one stepgrandchild. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, in Zion Tabernacle Baptist Church. The Rev. Ivanhoe Terry will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 9 a.m. in the church. Evelyn Bynog — 7/3/2002 ELMER — Evelyn Bynog, 66, died at 7:50 p.m. Monday, July 1, 2002, in her residence. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 4, from St. Peter Catholic Church. Burial will be in Elmer Cemetery under the direction of Rush Funeral Home of Hineston. Don G. Reimer — 7/3/2002 Don G. Reimer, 62, of Lake Charles, died Sunday, June 30, 2002, in his residence. Mr. Reimer was a native of Yale, Okla., and he had lived in Lake Charles for 23 years. He attended Northwestern Oklahoma State University. Mr. Reimer was a contract-certified welding inspector for 40 years. He was a member of Operating Engineers Local 2 B and the American Welding Society. He had served in the Army. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Ward Reimer of Lake Charles; one son, Greg Reimer of Tulsa, Okla.; one daughter, Debra D. Hixon of Yale; one stepson, Anthony Hamilton of Sulphur; one stepdaughter, Deborah L. Miller of Jennings; two brothers, Paul Reimer Jr. of Arlington, Texas, and Bobby “Pete” Reimer of Wichita, Kan.; and eight grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The body was cremated. Arrangements are by Johnson Funeral Home. Tina G. Williams — 7/3/2002 MITTIE — Tina Gibson Williams, 36, died at 11:47 a.m. Monday, July 1, 2002, in the Oakdale hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Mittie. She graduated from Fairview High School and attended McNeese State University for two years. She was a member of Mittie United Pentecostal Church. She was a Sunday school teacher and a member of the choir, and she served on the youth committee and women’s ministries. Survivors include her husband, Eddie Williams of Mittie; two sons, Samuel Cole Williams and Nicholas Reid Williams, both of Mittie; one brother, Brian Gibson of Berea, Ky.; two sisters, Kimberly Townson of Grant and Lana Carroll of Oak Grove; her parents, Corbett and Dianne Gibson, both of Mittie; her paternal grandfather, Franklin Gibson of Oberlin; maternal grandmother, Bessie Young of Mittie; two nephews, Ethan Gibson of Berea and Travis Townson of Grant; and two nieces, Lauren Gibson of Berea and Taylor Townson of Grant. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 5, in Mittie United Pentecostal Church. The Revs. J.R. Dowden and Wesley Lester will officiate. Burial will be in New Camp Ground Cemetery in Sugartown under the direction of Rush Funeral Home of Oakdale. Visitation is from 3 p.m. Thursday in the church. Richard J. Guillory — 7/4/2002 Richard James Guillory, 21, died Monday, July 1, 2002, in an Alexandria hospital. He was a native of Lake Charles and resident of Leesville and Lecompte. He worked for Fort Polk in food service. Survivors include one sister, Melisa Guillory Walker of Leesville; his father, Richard James Guillory Sr. of Iowa, La.; his paternal grandfather, Clyde Guillory of Lake Charles; and his maternal grandparents, Dorothy and Albert Drounette of Hackberry. His funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 7, in Hixson Funeral Home. The Rev. Sonny Murphy will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and from 9 a.m. Sunday. William H. Hillard Sr. — 7/4/2002 DERIDDER — William H. Hillard Sr. died Thursday, June 27, 2002, in Wichita, Kan. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 6, in Norris Memorial Church of God in Christ. Burial will be in Beauregard Cemetery under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Marguerite Hudson — 7/4/2002 KINDER — Marguerite Hudson, 74, died Tuesday, July 2, 2002, in Colfax. She was a longtime resident of Kinder. She was a member of Kinder Bible Church. Survivors include one daughter, Millie Acres Houston of Colfax; one son, Ralph Hudson of Kinder; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 5, in Ardoin Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Jones will officiate. Burial will be in Green Oak Cemetery. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Friday. Bonnie Lovejoy — 7/4/2002 KINDER — Bonnie Lovejoy, 48, died Tuesday, July 2, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Kinder. Survivors include two sons, Jason Lovejoy and Jacob Lovejoy, both of Kinder; three brothers, Everett Lovejoy of Oakdale and Russell Lovejoy and Thomas Lovejoy, both of Kinder; one sister, Penny Knott of Kinder. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 4, from St. Philip Neri Catholic Church. The Rev. Marshall Boulet will officiate. Burial will be in Carter Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Ardoin Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. A rosary was recited Wednesday. Johnny Pair — 7/4/2002 Johnny Pair, 69, of Lake Charles, died at 9:20 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in his residence. Mr. Pair was a native of Homer. He was a graduate of Harris High School. He served in the Army as an officer during the Korean War. Mr. Pair moved to Lake Charles more than 40 years ago. He retired from the Lake Charles city wastewater division as a supervisor after 32 years. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 165. He owned and operated the T & S shooting reserve, and he was a hunting guide. Survivors include his wife, Rita Bass Pair of Lake Charles; two sons, Steve Pair of Conroe, Texas, and Thomas Pair of Westlake; one stepdaughter, Angela Daigle of Lake Charles; one brother, Donford Pair of Homer; three sisters, Peggy Jo Sanders of Homer, Maebell Triplet of Haynesville and PollyAnn Kelly of Minden; and four grandchildren. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 5, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Kevin Merriman will officiate. Burial will be Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m.-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Friday. Eva T. Riggs — 7/4/2002 BOYCE — Eva Terrell Riggs, 89, died at 11:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2002, in her residence. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 5, in New Sunrise Baptist Church. Burial will be in Camp 8 United Pentecostal Church Cemetery under the direction of Rush Funeral Home of Oakdale. Nevada L. Rivette — 7/4/2002 Nevada Lawrence Rivette, 93, of Lake Charles, died at 4:35 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2002, in a Lake Charles nursing facility. Mrs. Rivette was a native of Luddington, and she had lived in Lake Charles for 80 years. She attended Central School. She owned and operated Nevada’s Ceramic Shop. She is survived by two sons, Ervin J. Rivette Jr. of Lake Charles and Ted Rivette of Colorado Springs, Colo.; two daughters, Mrs. George (Mary Elizabeth) Perello of Lake Charles and Mrs. Peggy R. Jones of Hawkins, Texas; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. A memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Friday, July 5, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Ronnie Estes will officiate. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home at 3 p.m. Friday. J.D. Shope — 7/4/2002 OAKDALE — J.D. Shope, 84, died Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in a local care center. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, June 5, in Ardoin Funeral Home. Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery. Pat Thomas — 7/4/2002 DERIDDER — Pat Thomas Jr., 69, died at 6:05 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in the local hospital. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 8, in Myers-Colonial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Community Cemetery. William Thomas — 7/4/2002 SULPHUR — William “Bill” Thomas, 59, died at 4:10 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., and he lived most of his life in Sulphur. He was a member of St. John the Divine Orthodox Church. He was a deputy with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office for 17 years. He was a licensed funeral director for Hixson Funeral Home in Sulphur. He served in the Air Force from 1960 to 1964. Survivors include his father, the Very Rev. David Thomas of Sulphur; his mother, Julia Thomas of Sulphur; two sons, Brad Thomas and John Chris Thomas, both of Sulphur; one daughter, Judy Ruth Bradford of Sulphur; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his sister, Nadine Mary Thomas. His funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 5, in St. John the Divine Orthodox Church in Lake Charles. The Very Rev. David Thomas will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery in Lake Charles under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is from 2 p.m. today, with a trisagion service at 7 p.m., and and a trisagion service at the funeral home at 9:45 a.m. Friday before the services. Beth B. Wilkerson — 7/4/2002 BELLA VISTA, Ark. — Beth Burnett Wilkerson, 26, died Monday, July 1, 2002, in Bella Vista. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, in Labby Memorial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Burial will be in Dry Creek Cemetery. Alvie Burnett — 7/5/2002 SINGER — Alvie “Bones” Burnett, 57, died Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in Beauregard Parish. He was a lifelong resident of Singer. He was a boilermaker for various construction companies over the years and was a former employee of Gearhart Owens wireline service of Houston. He was an avid fisherman. He was Baptist. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Burnett of Oretta; two daughters, Cheryl Clark of Hargrove and Laura “Sissy” Hester of New Jersey; two brothers, J.P. Burnett and Odell Burnett, both of Oretta; three sisters, Thelma Stokes of Burswick, Ga., Lillie Mae Wilson of DeRidder and Doris Raby of Ripon, Calif.; and three grandchildren, Amanda Burnett, Kaylyn Fountain and Joshua Bennett. His funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 6, in Snider Funeral Home of DeQuincy. Burial will be in Good Hope Cemetery in Singer. Visitation is 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. Saturday. Douglas Captain — 7/5/2002 KINDER — Douglas Captain, 52, died Thursday, July 4, 2002, in the Oakdale hospital. His funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, in St. Paul Baptist Church in Kinder. Burial will be in Botley Cemetery in Kinder under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Oakdale. Edwina Davis — 7/5/2002 OAKDALE — Edwina Davis, 89, died Sunday, June 30, 2002, in her residence. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, in Mount Olive Baptist Church. Burial will be in Community Cemetery under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home. Eula M. Duprie — 7/5/2002 LAKE ARTHUR — Eula McLean Duprie, 83, died at 3:36 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in the Jennings hospital. She was a lifelong resident of the Andrus Cove-Lake Arthur area. She was a member of the VFW Post 3244 Ladies Auxiliary. She was a member of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Fred (Rose) Schlesinger and Mrs. David (Linda) Hanks, both of Lake Arthur, Mrs. Dillard (Carey) Fontenot of Sulphur and Mrs. Lester (Judy) Sonnier of Ardoin Cove; two sons, Harold Duprie and Harry James Duprie, both of Lake Arthur; one brother, Willie McLean of Port Acres, Texas; 16 grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and 10 step-great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 5, from Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. The Rev. Maurice Martineau will officiate. Burial will be in Andrus Cove Cemetery under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home of Lake Arthur. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Wilson Fontenot Jr. — 7/5/2002 Wilson Fontenot Jr. died Saturday, June 29, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a graduate of Marion High School. He was a member of the Road Brothers Club. Survivors include his wife, Rita Fontenot of Lake Charles; two daughters, Catherine Fontenot and Kimberly Fontenot, both of Lake Charles; and five sisters, Sarah Roscoe of Fallon, Ill., and Karen Paul, Sandra Cravens, Maxcine Ned and Tammy Thomas, all of Lake Charles. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, in King’s Funeral Home. The Rev. Jimmy R. Stevens will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Saturday. Anealus L. Frank — 7/5/2002 Anealus L. Frank, 47, died Saturday, June 29, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a resident of Lake Charles. He was a member of New Life Baptist Church in Lake Charles. Survivors include three daughters, Shelly Sally of Ville Platte, Tiffany Campbell of Lafayette and Alicia Frank of Willis, Texas; four sons, Carlton Jack of Mamou, and Kawaski Campbell, Tevis Sally and Ricardo Campbell, all of Ville Platte; two sisters, Lorena Alfred of Lake Charles and Mercedes Bellard of Ville Platte; two brothers, Lemon Frank of Lake Charles and Wilbert Frank of Opelousas; and 15 grandchildren. His funeral will be at 7 p.m. today, July 5, in Macedonia Baptist Church in Ville Platte. The Rev. Dwight Barker will officiate. Burial will be in St. Matthew Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is from 6 p.m. Friday, and dismissal is at 10 a.m. Saturday. Virginia E. Griffith — 7/5/2002 LAFAYETTE — Virginia Elizabeth Griffith, 82, died at 5:45 a.m. Thursday, July 4, 2002, in a local care center. Ms. Virginia was a native of Manning, Ark. She was a graduate of Conway High School in Conway, Ark. She had lived in the Lake Charles area since the 1950s. Survivors include one son, Nolen D. Griffith Jr. of Lafayette; two daughters, Virginia Anne Griffith of New Braunfels, Texas, and Mary Jane Danigole of Houma; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 6, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Ronnie Estes will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is from 10 a.m. Saturday. In lieu of flowers, send donations to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70503-3240, the family said. Joyce I. Guidry — 7/5/2002 SULPHUR — Joyce Isaac Guidry, 72, died Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Sulphur. She was a member of Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She was a clerk at Paragon Drug Store in Sulphur for 48 years. Survivors include four sons, Asa Guidry, Isaac Guidry, Willie J. Guidry and Jerry Guidry, all of Sulphur; two brothers, Ike Isaac of Sulphur and John C. Isaac of Carlyss; two sisters, Dru Beglis of Sulphur and Jackie Martin of Boulder, Colo.; 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, from Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church. The Rev. Lawrence Kohler will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is from noon today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and from 8:30 a.m. Saturday. Melton Jefferson — 7/5/2002 Melton Jefferson, 88, died Tuesday, July 2, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of New Iberia, and he had lived in Lake Charles for 51 years. He was an Army veteran. He worked for F. Miller & Sons for more than 20 years, and he was a member of Local 207. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include three daughters, Gloria Jefferson and Anne Jefferson, both of Lake Charles, and Kyna Rochester of Houston; one son, Westley Knatt of Lake Charles; 29 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Al Volpe will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 9-10:40 a.m. in the funeral home. Joshua S. Latimer — 7/5/2002 SULPHUR — Joshua Steven Latimer died Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in his residence. He was a native of Lake Charles. He had attended Sulphur High School and the Vision Youth Ministries at Victory Worship Center. Survivors include his parents, Steve Latimer and Tammy Blanchard, both of Sulphur; one brother, Dustin Kent Blanchard of Sulphur; two sisters, Kaleiah Lyndel Mitchell Sawyer and Laroysa Latrelle Latimer, both of Sulphur; grandparents, Paul Juneau of Vinton and Sarah Dawes and Clyde and Myrtle Latimer, all of Sulphur; one niece, Chastity Brooke Mitchell of Sulphur; one nephew, Dylene Kyle Mitchell of Sulphur; one uncle, Wayne Latimer of Sulphur; four aunts, Terry Kershaw of Hackberry, Tracy Goin and Dianne Goin, both of Sulphur, and Laura Beth Hall of Euffaula, Okla.; and five cousins, Julie Kershaw of Hackberry, Jason Thomas Cook of Euffaula, Rachel and Rebbecca Goin, both of Sulphur, and Brandon Latimer of Zwole. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 6, in Victory Worship Center. The Revs. Rick LaFleur and Brooks Fleig will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today in the funeral home and from 10 a.m. Saturday in the church. Mrs. Glenn LeDoux — 7/5/2002 SULPHUR — Mrs. Glenn R. (Wilma J.) LeDoux, 54, died Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. Survivors include her husband; one son, Fred Lopez Jr. of Sulphur; three daughters, Rene Lopez Duhon, Angie Lopez Romero and Janice Lopez, all of Sulphur; two stepdaughters, Renee LeDoux Burke and Rhonda LeDoux Kyle, both of Sulphur; five brothers, Willrey Sonnier Jr., Edgar Sonnier, Jack Sonnier, Billy Sonnier and Marty Sonnier, all of Sulphur; one sister, Connie Vincent of Sulphur; her father, Willrey Sonnier Sr. of Sulphur; and 13 grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 6, from Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church. The Rev. Lawrence Kohler will officiate. Burial will be in Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly under the direction of Robison Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Nina Small — 7/5/2002 OAKDALE — Nina Small, 91, died Thursday, July 4, 2002, in a local care center. Her funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 6, in Ardoin Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Bobby D. Spell — 7/5/2002 Bobby D. Spell, 72, died at 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2002, in a local hospital. He was born in Crowley, and he had lived in Lake Charles for 36 years. He was a graduate of LSU. He was a retired employee of the state legislative auditor’s office. He was a member of the ASA National Softball Hall of Fame, the Louisiana Fast Pitch Softball Hall of Fame and the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. Survivors include one son, Kyle Spell of Ponchatoula; two sisters, Jennifer Henderson of Lake Charles and Lounetta Withrow of San Antonio; and four grandchildren. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 6, in Johnson Funeral Home. Deacon George Carr will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 3-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Saturday. Mrs. Revina R. Stewart — 7/5/2002 Mrs. Revina Ross Stewart, 68, died at 1:13 a.m. Monday, July 1, in a local hospital. She was born in Port Barre, and she lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She was a member of Messiah Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include one son, Roscoe Jones Jr. of Baton Rouge; four sisters, Lula McCarver, Wilda Duhon, Edna Jones and Delores Redmond, all of Lake Charles; three stepsisters, Louise Thomas and Alberta Castille, both of Houston, and Margaret Levier of Opelousas; five brothers, Roland Levier and Larry Redmond, both of Lake Charles, and Noland Levier and Calvin Levier, both of Dallas, and Kermit Redmond of Kinder; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 7 p.m. today, July 5, in Messiah Missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. Robert L. Owens will officiate. Dismissal will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in the church. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under direction of Fondel Memorial Chapel. Visitation is from 5 p.m. Friday in church. Louis N. Tarver — 7/5/2002 ST. LANDRY — Louis Napoleon Tarver, 87, died at 10:40 p.m. Wednesday, July 6, 2002, in the Jennings hospital. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, in Rush Funeral Home in Pine Prairie. Burial will be in Vandenburg Cemetery in Bayou Chicot. Edith M. Derouen — 7/6/2002 Edith Marcantel Derouen, 69, died at 9:10 a.m. Thursday, July 4, 2002, in Lake Charles. She was a native of Kinder. Survivors include one son, Bubba Derouen of Austin, Texas; two daughters, Jenny LeJeune of Lake Charles and Kathy Gates of Dayton, Texas; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 7, in Green Oak Cemetery. Beverly Derouen will officiate. Arrangements are by Ardoin Funeral Home of Kinder. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Lake Charles, the family said. Karl E. Guidry — 7/6/2002 Karl E. Guidry, 45, of Lake Charles, died Thursday July 4, 2002, in a local hospital. Mr. Guidry was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles, and he attended LaGrange Senior High School. He was a carpet installer for Taylor’s Floors and Interiors. He attended St. Margaret Catholic Church. Survivors include one son, Kristopher Karl Guidry of Gray; one daughter, Ashley Lynette Guidry of Gray; two brothers, Joseph Allen Guidry and Bill Guidry, both of Lake Charles; one sister, Charlotte Franklin of Sulphur; and his companion, Donna Gale Frost of Lake Charles. He was preceded in death by Harold “Andy” Guidry Jr. and his parents, Harold and Mary Bledsoe Guidry. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 6, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Marcus Johnson will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Marie L. Hasha — 7/6/2002 SULPHUR — Marie L. Hasha, 78, died Thursday, July 4, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a native of Lydia. She was a member of Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church. Survivors include one brother, Otis Louviere of Lydia, Louisiana; two sisters, Mariealena Boullion of Lydia, and Amita Landry of LaPlace. Her funeral will be at 4 p.m. Monday, July 8, in the Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Chapel. Deacon Johnny Mounce will officiate. Her body will be cremated following the services and interment will be at a later date in the Creel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Brandon Law — 7/6/2002 Taylor Law — 7/6/2002 Brandon and Taylor Law, infant twins of Blane and Kristi Law of Lake Charles, died Wednesday July 3, 2002, in a local hospital. Survivors include their parents, Blane and Kristi Law of Lake Charles; one brother, Kamron Law of Lake Charles; paternal grandparents, Blane and Judy Kent Law of Houston; maternal grandparents, Willie and Patsy Bellard of Lake Charles; paternal great- grandparents, Ruby and Jessie Singleton of Houston, and Louise Law of Houston; maternal great-grandparents, Mildred Bellard of Lake Charles and Alexandria and Marjorie Valerie of Lake Charles. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, July 8, in Consolata Cemetery in Lake Charles under direction of Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Willie Bellard will officiate. Mrs. Wilma LeDoux — 7/6/2002 SULPHUR — Mrs. Wilma LeDoux, 58, died Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. Survivors include her husband, Ray LeDoux; one son, Fred Lopez Jr. of Sulphur; three daughters, Rene Lopez Duhon, Angie Lopez Romero and Janice Lopez, all of Sulphur; two stepdaughters, Renee LeDoux Burke and Rhonda LeDoux Kyle, both of Sulphur; five brothers, Willrey Sonnier Jr., Edgar Sonnier, Jack Sonnier, Billy Sonnier and Marty Sonnier, all of Sulphur; one sister, Connie Vincent of Sulphur; her father, Willrey Sonnier Sr. of Sulphur; and 13 grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. today, July 6, from Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church. The Rev. Lawrence Kohler will officiate. Burial will be in Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly under the direction of Robison Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. in the funeral home. A rosary was recited Friday evening. Mrs. Hallie Mae Phillips — 7/6/2002 LEESVILLE — Mrs. Hallie Mae Phillips, 92, died Monday, July 1, 2002 in an El Paso, Texas hospital. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2002, in Pine Island Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Leesville. Sarah Breaux — 7/7/2002 MERRYVILLE — Sarah Breaux, 65, died at 6:20 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in the DeRidder hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Merryville. Survivors include one grandson, Mark E. Breaux of Jacksonville, Fla. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. today, July 7, at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. The Rev. Michael Dewayne Allen will officiate. The body will be cremated. Visitation was Saturday. George J. Fontenot — 7/7/2002 George Joseph Fon-tenot, 77, died Thursday, July 4, 2002, in a Breaux Bridge care center. A native of Ville Platte, he had lived in Lake Charles for more than 50 years. He worked as a paint and body specialist for Radford Buick. He was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church. Survivors include two sons, Mike Fontenot of Belle Ville, Ill., and James Fontenot of Lafayette; two sisters, Clemie Soileau and Ellie Mae Vidrine; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 8, from St. Henry Catholic Church. The Rev. Joseph Angadiath will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m.-10 p.m. today in the funeral home, with a rosary at 6 p.m. Priscilla M. Guillory — 7/7/2002 Priscilla Marie “Bea” Pitre Guillory, 74, died Thurs-day, July 4, 2002, in a local hospital. A native of Basile, she had lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, Clarence Guillory of Lake Charles; four sons, James Matthews, Frederick Matthews and Micheal Matthews, all of Lake Charles, and Patrick Matthews Sr. of Houston; three daughters, Brenda Martin and Sandra Landry, both of Houston, and Angelia Gray of Greensboro, N.C.; five sisters, Birdie Harmon and Charletta Pitre, both of Lake Charles, Ethel Broussard of San Francisco, Pauletta Pitre of Denver and Geneva Pitre of Kileen, Texas; four brothers, Richard Bushnell of Seattle and John Pitre, Carlton Pitre and James Pitre, all of Lake Charles; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday, July 8, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery in Basile under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Sylvianne Holloway — 7/7/2002 Sylvianne Holloway, 97, of Lake Charles, died Friday, July 5, 2002 in a local care center. She was a native of Erath and had lived in Lake Charles for more than seventy years. She was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church. Survivors include one brother, Otis DesOrmeaux, Sr. of Lake Charles. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 8, from St. Margaret Catholic Church. The Rev. Marcus Johnson will officiate. Burial will be in DeRouen-Lorraine Cemetery in Hayes under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today, with a rosary at 6:30 p.m., and 8-9:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Ramona E. Jeane — 7/7/2002 EVANS — Ramona E. Jeane, 57, died Saturday, July 6, 2002, at her residence. Her funeral will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 8, at Evans Congregational Methodist Church. Burial will be in Evans Cemetery under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Mrs. Jack Kemp — 7/7/2002 JENNINGS — Mrs. Jack (Laverne Howard) Kemp, 75, died Wednesday morning, July 3, 2002, in her residence. Native of Malone, Texas, the 52-year resident of Jennings moved here from Galveston, Texas. She was a member of the Rebecca Lodge and Raymond United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband, Jack Kemp of Jennings; one daughter, Kathy Stenhouse of Baton Rouge; one son, Thomas Kemp, Jr. of Jennings; one brother, Floyd Howard of Baytown, Texas; and four grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m., Monday, July 8, in Miguez Funeral Home of Jennings. The Rev. Lamar Oliver will officiate. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Jennings. Visitation is 2:30-8 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Monday. Carl Lanier — 7/7/2002 MERRYVILLE — Carl ‘‘Smokey” Lanier, 44, died on Saturday, July 6, 2002, in Merryville. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 8, at Myers- Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder. Burial will be in Meadows Cemetery in Merryville. Perry W. McMillin, Jr. — 7/7/2002 JENA — Perry William McMillin, Jr., 77, died Saturday, July 6, 2002, in Jena. He was born May 10, 1925, to Perry W. McMillin Sr. and Daisy Richardson McMillin. He was a World War II Army veteran, serving in the 101st Airborne Division. He worked as a truck driver and retired from the Lasalle Parish Police Jury. He was a member of Lake Lilly Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Dorothy Reed of Sulphur; and two brothers, Hollis McMillin of Jonesville and Lynn McMillin of Jena. Survivors include his wife, Lois Pentecost McMillin of Jena; one son, Kenneth Perry McMillin and daughter-in-law Gloria of Jena; five sisters, Sarah McMillin, Mary Trahan, Carolyn O’Quain and Elva Vance, all of Sulphur, and Elizabeth Girlinghouse of Jena; two grandchildren, Robert Kenneth McMillin and Jamie McMillin, both of Jena; and two great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 8, at Hixson Brothers Funeral Home. The Revs. Craig James and Albert Vickers will officiate. Music will be provided by Hospice Chaplain Clyde Grammon, Jr. and Herbert Nugent. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Darren Vance, Jeff Pentecost, Kurt Girlinghouse, Jason Myers, Charles ‘‘Bud’’ McMillin and Kevin Worthington. Honorary pallbearers are Andrew Reed, Harry Trahan, Clarence Pentecost, Earl Culp, Marshall Gates, George Trussell and Bill Miller. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Hospice Care of Louisiana, 201 Johnston St., Suite 100, Alexandria, LA 71301, the family said. George C. Nations — 7/7/2002 NACOGDOCHES, Texas — George Calvin Nations, 80, died Thursday, July 4, 2002, in a Nacogdoches, Texas, care center. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, at Whitaker Cemetery in DeRidder under the direction of Myers Colonial Funeral. Royce Romine — 7/7/2002 Royce “Damon” Romine, 41, died Friday, July 5, 2002, in his residence. Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. today, July 7, in Johnson Funeral Home. Fleeter S. Ross — 7/7/2002 KINDER — Fleeter S. Ross, 92, died Wednesday, July 3, 2002. She had lived in Lake Charles all her life and was a member of New Sunlight Baptist Church and the Women’s Circle. Survivors include one daughter, Ruby C. Jenkins of Lake Charles; her son-in-law, R. W. Jenkins of Lake Charles; two grandsons, Charles Moore and Stephen Jenkins, both of Lake Charles; one grandaughter, Rosalyn Scotty Brody of Philadelphia, Pa.; three nieces, Julie August of Oberlin and Frankie Roberts and Katherine Washington, both of Lake Charles; and three great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 7 p.m. Monday, July 8, in Combre Funeral Home. The Rev. Randall Washington will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park. Visitation is from 5 p.m. Monday. Anna L. Roy — 7/7/2002 JENNINGS — Anna L. Roy, 51, died at 11:11 p.m. Friday, June 5, 2002, in the Jennings hospital. She was a native of Creole and had lived in the Lake Arthur-Jennings area. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Norman J. Roy of Lake Arthur; one son, Joe Roy and daughter-in-law Nicole of Jennings; one daughter, Lela R. Guidry of Lake Arthur; two sisters, Charlotte Bonsall and Delores Boudreaux, both of Creole; and two grandchildren, Hunter Guidry and Zachary Kershaw. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 8, from Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. The Rev. Wayne LeBleu will officiate. Burial will be in Andrus Cove Cemetery under the direction of Matthews and Son Funeral Home. Visitation is 10:30 a.m. -10 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Lillie M. Smith — 7/7/2002 SULPHUR — Lillie Mae ‘‘Lil’’ Smith, 91, died Wednesday, July 3, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Moss Bluff and had lived in the Mossville-Westlake area for many years. She was a member of Lighthouse Tabernacle. Survivors include one son, Huber “Mickey” Smith of Lake Charles; two sisters, Edna Grace Scott and Della Tate, both of Houston; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday, July 8, in Lighthouse Tabernacle. The Revs. Paul A. Upton and L.P. Upton will officiate. Burial will be in Perkins Cemetery under the direction of James Funeral Home. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. Monday in the church. Coy B. Todd — 7/7/2002 SULPHUR — Coy Lillian Barker Todd, 87, died at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2002, in the Sulphur hospital. She was a native of Monticello, Ark., and a longtime resident of Sulphur. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Maplewood. She was a member of MAFL and the West Cal-Cam Hospital Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie A. Todd. Survivors include one son, Jerry Allen Wilburn of Sulphur; three grandsons, Mark, Micheal, and David Wilburn; and eight great-grandchildren. A private graveside service will be Monday in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss. The Rev. Charles Watson will officiate. Burial will be under the direction of Robison Funeral Home. David L. Willoughby — 7/7/2002 David Leslie Willoughby, 59, died Tuesday, July 2, 2002, at his residence. Willoughby graduated from LaGrange Senior High School in 1961. He graduated from McNeese State University and did his graduate work at Louisiana State University. He was a teacher for more than 33 years. He taught social science at Alfred M. Barbe Senior High School. He was also a charter boat captain for many years Survivors include his wife, Alex Emilgen of Wood Bridge, Va.; three sons, Sean David Willoughby of Lake Charles, Craig Aaron Willoughby of Magnolia, Texas, and Bradley Michael Willoughby of Nashville, Tenn.; his parents, William and Lovetta Kahl of Sacramento, Calif.; two brothers, Richard Willoughby of Hawaii and Theodore Kahl of Sacramento; and one sister, Katherine Olivis of Parump, Nev. A memorial services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday July 9, in Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation is from 1:00 p.m. Tuesday. James E. Jones Sr. — 7/8/2002 OAKDALE — James Edward Jones Sr., 90, died Friday, July 5, 2002, in his residence. His services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, in First United Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Oakdale Cemetery under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home. Antoine LaFleur Sr. — 7/8/2002 Antoine “Flowers” LaFleur Sr., 91, died at 5 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2002, in a local hospital. A native of Basile, he was a longtime resident of Lake Charles. He retired from Cities Service. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society and the Knights of Peter Claver. Survivors include his wife, Cora Williams LaFleur of Lake Charles; three sons, Eddie Hunter and Antoine LaFleur Jr., both of Lake Charles, and Jessie Williams of Marietta, Ga.; three daughters, Bertha Robinson Davis of Lasville and Artelisa Baldwin Richard and Marquita LaFleur Williams, both of Lake Charles; devoted daughter-in-law, Anita Ceasar of Port Arthur, Texas; one brother, Adam LaFleur of Basile; one sister, Alice Gradney of Lake Charles; one devoted grandson, Antoine LaFleur III of Lake Charles; and a host of other grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Al Volpe will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today in the funeral home. William B. Underwood — 7/8/2002 William Bell Underwood, 83, died at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, July 4, 2002, in a local care facility. Mr. Underwood was a native of Brown Station, Ala., and lived in Lake Charles for the past 56 years. He retired from Cities Service after 29 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry Company B, 2nd Division, and served in World War II in the European Theatre and the Battle of the Bulge. Mr. Underwood received the Purple Heart and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans, Masonic Lodge 400, Habibi Shrine Temple and Grand Lodge Board, serving in several offices. He attended First Baptist Church. Mr. Underwood is survived by his wife, Myrtle B. Underwood; two sons, William Edward Underwood of Jackson, Miss., and Lonnie Wayne Underwood of Wimberly, Texas; one daughter, Peggy Guillory of Lafayette; one sister, Margaret Budd of Beaumont, Texas; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his brother, John Waymond Underwood, and his sister, Susie Sawyer. Memorial services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Larry Maxwell will officiate. Masonic services will be held in the funeral home chapel immediately following the funeral services. The body was cremated. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospital or Boys’ and Girls’ Villages. Pearl B. Wilcox — 7/8/2002 KNIGHT COMMUNITY — Pearl B. Wilcox, 98, died Saturday, July 6, 2002, at her residence. She was a native and lifelong resident of Knight Community. She was a lifelong member of Mount Carmel Baptist Church, Knight Community. She was preceded in death by her husband, Word Wilcox; her grandson, Word Turner ‘‘Scooter” Wilcox II; and her granddaughter, Chere’ Wilcox Hay. Survivors include one son, Word Turner Wilcox of Knight Community; one granddaughter, Vicki Wilcox of Knight Community; four great-grandchildren, Cade Hay, Melissa Baesler, Daniel Ewell and Tara Hairr; and nine great-great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, in Mount Carmel Baptist Church, Knight Community. Pastor Fred Hartzell and the Rev. Hurshel W. Davis will officiate. Burial will be in Hinson Cemetery in Knight Community under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today, July 8, and resumes 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday in the funeral home. Melba Boling — 7/9/2002 Melba Boling, 88, died at 4:35 AM, Sunday, July 7, 2002 in a local care center. She was a native of Jennings and had lived in Welsh for many years. She had lived in Lake Charles for the past 23 years. She was a graduate of Welsh High School and attended SLI in Lafayette and McNeese State University. She served as a teacher in the Jeff Davis Parish School System for 34 years. Survivors are one granddaughter, Shawn Stubblefield of Lake Charles. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m., today, July 9, in Oaklawn Cemetery in Welsh under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. The Rev. Mark Goins will officiate. Visitation is 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. today in the funeral home. Harry K. Brown Jr. — 7/9/2002 CAMERON — Harry K. Brown Jr., 74, died Saturday, July 6, 2002, in his residence. He was a native of Helena, Ark., and had lived in Holly Beach for more than 25 years. He was a Marine veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was self-employed as a fisherman. Survivors include two sons, Allen Brown of Lexa, Ark., and Ronnie Brown of Holly Beach; two daughters, Lillian Rhodes of Nederland, Texas, and Melissa Lynch of Bridge City, Texas; two sisters, Floridine Smith and Annaline Robinson, both of Memphis, Tenn.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, in Johnson Bayou Baptist Church. The Rev. Harold Bryant will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Robison Funeral Home of Sulphur. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today in the church and from 8 a.m. Wednesday. Sue S. Cross — 7/9/2002 SULPHUR — Sue S. Cross, 81, died Monday, July 9, 2002, in a local hospital. Her funeral will be Wednesday, July 10, in Olivers Funeral Home in Winona, Miss. Burial will be in Duck Hill Cemetery in Duck Hill, Miss. Arrangements are by Robison Funeral Home of Sulphur. Mrs. William Gamble — 7/9/2002 Mrs. William (Jean) Gamble, 87, died at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, July 7, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Buffalo, N.Y., and a resident of Lake Charles for 53 years. She was a descendent of one of the first New England families that came to America on the Mayflower. She was a direct descendent of William Bradford, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. She was a member of St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church for 45 years. She had served on the Day School Board for many years. Survivors include her husband, William A. Gamble of Lake Charles; two sons, Robert Brian Gamble of Sugarland, Texas, and Micheal James Gamble of Houston; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, in Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Mitzi George will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Wednesday. Harold H. Gee — 7/9/2002 Harold Henry Gee, 77, died Sunday, July 7, 2002, in his Moss Bluff residence after a brief illness. He was a native of Petrolia, Texas, and had lived in Lake Charles for 25 years. He was in the Navy for four years during World War II. He was a supervisor at Jupiter Chemical for 10 years before retiring. He was a member of Moss Bluff Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife, Sue Gee of Lake Charles; one son, Scott Gee of Lake Charles; one daughter, Patricia Seago of Ragley; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, in Hixson Funeral Home Chapel. Randy Jones of Moss Bluff Church of Christ and Jim Melanson of Boulevard Church of Christ will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Park. Visitation is 8a.m.- 9p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Wednesday. Paul Langley — 7/9/2002 BASILE — Paul Langley, 88, died Sunday July 7, 2002, at his residence. Survivors include his wife, Joesie M. Langley of Basile; two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Darlene) Daigle of Basile and Mrs. Jeffery (Jo Nell) Gay of Melbourne, Fla.; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dorcelie and Amelia Miller Langley; one brother, Lucius Langley; and one sister, Lucille Marie Joubert. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. today, July 9, from St. Augustine Catholic Church in Basile. Burial will be in St. Augustine Mausoleum under the direction of Quirk and Son Funeral Home of Eunice. Visitation is from 8 a.m. today in the funeral home. A rosary was said Monday. Lula M. Richard — 7/9/2002 SULPHUR — Lula Mae Miller Richard, 83, died Sunday, July 7, 2002, in a Sulphur care center. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 9, in Miguez Funeral Home in Jennings. Burial will be in Miller French Baptist Church Cemetery. Melinda D. Stagg — 7/9/2002 CLEAR LAKE, Texas — Melinda D. Stagg, 35, died Monday, July 8, 2002, in her residence of breast cancer. She was a native of Batavia, N.Y., and had lived in Clear Lake for one year. She was a elementary school teacher and a homemaker. She was a member of Abundant Life United Methodist Church. She previously attended Bible Study Fellowship in Lake Charles and Corpus Christi, Texas. She was a graceful and Godly woman who walked with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ronald D. Werner and Juanita Taylor. Survivors include her husband, Franklin B. Stagg of Clear Lake; one daughter, Rachel Stagg of Clear Lake; one son, Franklin W. Stagg of Clear Lake; her stepfather, Bobby Taylor of Longview, Texas; two sisters, Rhonda Attaway of Kennedale, Texas, and Theresa Leach of Canton, Conn.; one brother, Justin Taylor of Anchorage, Alaska; and numerous other relatives and friends. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, in Scott Funeral Home of Alvin, Texas. Interment will follow in the Confederate Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 570127, Houston, Texas 77257-0127, the family said. Pallbearers are Drew Attaway, Bryan Leach, Bobby Taylor, Inda Stagg and Marie Stagg. Swartz infant — 7/9/2002 JENNINGS — Joshua Ethan Swartz, infant son of Daniel and Dayna Swartz, died Saturday, July 6, 2002, in a Lafayette hospital. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 9, in Matthews and Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery. Robert Voltz — 7/9/2002 MORGANTON, N.C. — Robert “Bob” Voltz, 80, died Friday July 5, 2002, in a Morganton, N.C., hospital. He was a Navy veteran, serving in World War II and the Korean Conflict. A survivor of Pearl Harbor, he was an active member of the USS San Francisco. He retired from the Navy in 1960 after 20 years of service. He was a member of the Submarine Veterans of World War II and the Fleet Reserve Association. He moved to Lake Charles in 1967 to open the first motor vehicle facility for the U.S. Post Office, where he was a Fleet Manager until his retirement in 1980. While living in Lake Charles, he was a member of the American Legion and Travelers Protection Association and served on the board of directors for United Way and Contraband Days. He was president of the Buccaneers and the Optimist Club of South Lake Charles. He was active in many youth activities and the Special Olympics. He left Lake Charles in 1998. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Voltz of Morganton; three daughters, Robyn Hickman of Morganton, Sandee Gibson of Cooperas Cove, Texas, and Deborah Haynes of Elk Ridge, Md.; one sister, Joy Kolb of Houston; and four grandchildren. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery with military honors at a later date. Arrangements are by Sossoman Funeral Home of Morganton. Lucille B. Woodard — 7/9/2002 LEESVILLE — Lucille Bailey Woodard, 88, died Saturday, July 6, 2002, in her residence. She was a native and lifelong resident of Providence Community. She was a member of Rosepine Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer E. Woodard; one daughter, Edna Woodard Fletcher; and one grandchild, Charley Lynn Cupit. Survivors include two sons, Bubby Woodard and Sam Woodard, both of Rosepine; four daughters, Gaye McKee and Joy Spencer, both of Rosepine, Carolyn Roseberry of Gilchrist, Ore., and Patty Cupit of Longville; one brother, C.J. Bailey of Rosepine; one sister, Verlea Hinson of Groves, Texas; and 17 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. The Revs. Charles Best and Gary Bankson will officiate. Burial will be in Johnson Bailey Cemetery in Providence Community. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today and from 8:30 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Bernice Brown — 7/10/2002 OAKDALE — Bernice Brown, 78, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in the Oakdale hospital. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, in Ardoin Funeral Home. Burial will be in Cryer Cemetery. Harry K. Brown Jr. — 7/10/2002 CAMERON — Harry K. Brown Jr., 74, died Saturday, July 6, 2002, in his residence. He was a native of Helena, Ark., and he had lived in Holly Beach for more than 25 years. He was a Marine veteran, and he served during the Korean War. He was a self-employed fisherman. Survivors include two sons, Allen Brown of Lexas, Ark., and Ronnie Brown of Holly Beach; two daughters, Lillian Rhodes of Nederland, Texas, and Melissa Lynch of Bridge City, Texas; two sisters, Floridine Smith and Annaline Robinson, both of Memphis, Tenn.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 10, in Johnson Bayou Baptist Church. The Rev. Harold Bryant will officiate. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in Oak Grove Cemetery in Searcy, Ark. Arrangements are by Robison Funeral Home of Sulphur. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Wednesday. Fredrick W. Condon III — 7/10/2002 HEAVENER, Okla. — Fredrick W. Condon III, 49, died Friday, July 5, 2002, in his residence. His memorial service was Monday, July 8, in Dowden Funeral Home Chapel. The body was cremated. A.S. Cretini — 7/10/2002 SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A.S. “Corky” Cretini, 77, died Monday, July 8, 2002, in his home. The son of the late Pierre Maxium and Datile Naquin Cretini, he was a native of Basile and a graduate of the University of North Carolina. He was a Marine veteran, serving in World War II in the South Pacific. He was the owner and operator of Ready Mix Concrete of Johnston County, Inc. He was a charter member of the Smithfield Jaycees, a member of Fellowship Masonic Lodge No. 84, past-president of the Smithfield Rotary Club and a former director of the Smithfield Chamber of Commerce. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Smithfield and was the junior high school boys Sunday school teacher for 24 years. Survivors include his wife, Billie Cheek Cretini of Smithfield; one daughter, Debra C. Sanders and husband Don of Smithfield; three sisters, Dorothy C. Stelley of San Marcos, Calif., and Juanita C. Vicari and Dianne C. Beeson, both of Baton Rouge; and two grandchildren, Adam Stancil and Cretini Stancil. His funeral will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, July 11, in First Baptist Church. The Rev. Lee Colbert will officiate. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery under the direction of Parrish Funeral Home of Selma, N.C. Visitation is 7-9 p.m. today in the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 209, Smithfield, N.C. 27577 or the Johnston Memorial Home Care and Hospice, the family said. Carlton W. Doyle — 7/10/2002 STARKS — Carlton Wayne Doyle, 51, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in St. Francisville. He was a lifelong resident of Starks. Survivors include two brothers, Thurman Doyle and Lavelle Doyle, both of Starks; one sister, Margaret Edgerly of Port Arthur, Texas; two nieces; and three nephews. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, in Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeQuincy. The Rev. Keith Smith will officiate. Burial will be in Doyle Cemetery in Starks. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today. Shirley A. Gautreaux — 7/10/2002 MERMENTAU — Shirley Ann Gautreaux, 65, died Monday, July 8, 2002, in her residence. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 10, from St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mermentau Cemetery under the direction of Matthews and Son Funeral Home. Robert A. Hines — 7/10/2002 JENNINGS — Robert A. Hines, 65, died Monday, July 8, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, in Miguez Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Ruth S. Johnson — 7/10/2002 SULPHUR — Ruth S. Johnson, 85, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in a local care center. Survivors include one son and one daughter-in-law, Doug and Sheri Yarbrough of Carlyss, and two grandchildren, Cody Yarbrough and Kaitlin Yarbrough, both of Carlyss. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, in Metairie Cemetery in Metairie. Arrangements are by Robison Funeral Home of Sulphur. Jo Ella Malbroux — 7/10/2002 Jo Ella “Sister” Malbroux, 76, died Saturday, July 6, 2002. She was a native of Bell City and had lived in Lake Charles for more than 50 years. She was a member of Redemption Tabernacle Full Gospel Church, where she was a mother of the church and served on the hospitality committee. Survivors include two sons, Wilbert Malbroux, Jr. of Houston and Charles J. Malbroux of Opelousas; three daughters, Betty J. Rigmaiden, Dianne Nelson and Mary E. Malbroux, all of Lake Charles; four sisters, Jo Ann Jackson, Mary Guillory and Maudrie Miller, all of Lake Charles, and Audrey Williams of Baytown, Texas; two brothers, John Guillory and Willie Guillory, both of Lake Charles; her stepmother, Bella Guillory of Lake Charles; 14 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 11, at Messiah Missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. Kenneth A. Goins will officiate. Burial will be Friday in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of James Funeral Home. Visitation is from 4 p.m. Thursday. Dismissal is at 9 a.m. Friday. Donations may be made to Hospice of Southwest Louisiana, the family said. Joe A. O’Donnell — 7/10/2002 Joe A. O’Donnell, 83, died at 2:40 p.m. Monday, July 8, 2002, in a local care center. He was a native of Ovett, Miss., and attended high school in Ellisville, Miss. He moved to Crowley, his senior year to play football at Crowley High School where he graduated. He attended Louisiana State University and played football and baseball. He served in the Navy in World War II. He played semi-pro baseball in New Iberia, for the St. Louis Cardinal Farm Club, in the Evangeline League. He also coached and played softball. He graduated from Landig College of Mortuary Science in Houston and went to work for his father-in-law, J.O. Theriot at Theriot Funeral Home in Creole. In 1954, he purchased the funeral home and renamed it O’Donnell Funeral Home. He managed Vincent and Welch Hunting Club in Pecan Island for many years. He held memberships in the 3rd and 4th degree Knights of Columbus in Creole. He was past-president of the Southwest Louisiana Funeral Directors Association and a member of the Louisiana Funeral Directors Association. He was past-vice president of the Louisiana Fur and Wildlife Festival, past-president of South Cameron Athletic Association, Cameron Lions Club, American Legion, and was a Boy Scout Leader. He was an avid RVer and belonged to the Cruisiní Cajuns and Texas Outlaws RV Association. He was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. After he retired from the funeral business in 1977, he moved to Lake Charles and worked in sales promotion for the Vernon Company for 10 years. Survivors include his wife Dori’ Theriot O’Donnell of Lake Charles; two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Pat) Ortego of Lake Charles and Mrs. John (Charlotte) O’Donnell Collins of Metairie; three grandchildren, Lorileigh Duddleston of New Orleans, Kenton M. Ortego and Robert B. Ortego, both of Lake Charles; and two great grandchildren, Daniel Ortego and Alec Ortego of Lake Charles. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Corie O’Donnell, his son John L. O’Donnell and 12 brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. today, July 10, from Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. The Rev. Keith Pellerin will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Visitation is from 8:00 a.m. until time of services on Wednesday. Donations may be made to the Louisiana Hospice Association, 717 Kerlerec St., New Orleans, LA 70116. Alvin Parker — 7/10/2002 DEQUINCY — Alvin “Pete” Parker, 74, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in the Sulphur hospital. He was a native of DeQuincy. He lived in the Northern states for a number of years and returned to the Singer-DeQuincy area in 1971. Over the years, he owned and operated Texaco of DeQuincy and Parker’s Carry Out and Country Store of Singer. Survivors include his wife, Lola Parker of DeQuincy; one son, Allen Parker of DeQuincy; one daughter, Teresa Cooley of DeQuincy; four brothers, Calvin Parker and T.D. Deal, both of DeQuincy, John M. Parker of Washington, La., and LeRoy Deal of California; two sisters, Eldie Horton of Kilgore, Texas, and Pat Askew of Tyler, Texas; five grandsons; and five great-grandsons. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, in Snider Funeral Home. Burial will be in Newlin Cemetery in Singer. Visitation is from 9 a.m. today. Leman Perkins — 7/10/2002 DEQUINCY — Leman Perkins, 64, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in DeQuincy. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 11, in Oretta Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Good Hope Cemetery in Singer under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeQuincy. Samuel L. Perkins Sr. — 7/10/2002 NATCHITOCHES — Samuel Leigh Perkins Sr., 72, died Monday, July 8, 2002, in Shreveport after a lengthy illness. He was a native of Bunkie. He was a veteran of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He retired as a senior master sergeant in the Air Force after 22 years. He retired from the Natchitoches Parish School System. He was a volunteer fireman and a committeeman with Natchitoches Parish Fire District 1. He was a member of the Louisiana’s Teachers Association, a life member of the Air Force Sergeants Association and a member of the American Legion. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Natchitoches. Survivors include his wife, Eulalie Hoover Perkins of Natchitoches; five sons, Samuel Leigh Perkins Jr. and Mark Hoover Perkins, both of Natchitoches, Micheal Lewis Perkins of Hopewell, Va., Barry David Perkins of New Market, Md., and Richard Dale Perkins of Franklin, Tenn.; two daughters, Jeannette Perkins Hicks of DeRidder and Linda Perkins Loftin of Cincinnati; two brothers, David M. Perkins of Moreauville and John M. Perkins of Baton Rouge; six granddaughters; and one son. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, in First United Methodist Church. The Rev. Doug Cain will officiate. Burial with full military rites will be in Memory Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today in the funeral home and from 9 a.m. Thursday in the church. Memorial donation may be made to Boy Scout Troop 60 c/o First United Methodist Church of Natchitoches; Methodist Children’s Home of Ruston; Baptist Children’s Home of Monroe; St. Mary’s Training School of Alexandria; or to the charity of one’s choice, the family said. Pallbearers will be Leigh Perkins, Mark Perkins, Mike Perkins, Barry Perkins, Richard Perkins, Jimmy Hicks and Steve Loftin. Lula M. Richard — 7/10/2002 SULPHUR — Lula Mae Miller Richard, 83, died Sunday, July 7, 2002, in a Sulphur care center. Her funeral was held Tuesday, July 9, in Miguez Funeral Home of Jennings. Burial was in Miller French Baptist Church Cemetery. Arlie Walker-Adams — 7/10/2002 DERIDDER — Arlie Walker-Adams, 85, died Monday, July 8, 2002, in the Lake Charles residence of her daughter and son-in-law Evelyn and Jimmy Phillips. At the time of death, her children and many of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom she loved unconditionally, surrounded her. For the last 10 years she waged a courageous battle against Parkinson’s Disease which slowly weakened her body but not her steadfast faith in the Lord. Her desire to serve others led her to a nursing career, which spanned more than 50 years. Arlie spent most of her career at Beauregard Memorial Baptist Hospital in DeRidder where she served at various times as nurse anesthetist, director of nurses, physical therapist, and director of in-service training. In 1993, the hospital dedicated the Arlie Walker-Adams Memorial Park in honor of her many years of dedicated service to the community. She was a member of First Baptist Church of DeRidder. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Germana of Martinsburg, W.V., and Evelyn Phillips of Lake Charles; one son, Charles B. Walker of San Diego, Calif.; one brother, L.H. Dickerson of Nashville, Tenn.; nine grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 10, in Hixson Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. George L. Glass, Jr. will officiate. Interment will follow at Beauregard Cemetery. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Robert A. Hine — 7/11/2002 JENNINGS — Robert A. Hine, 65, died Monday, July 8, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, in Miguez Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Dodd Jamison — 7/11/2002 KOSCIUSKO, Miss. — Dodd Jamison, 75, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in MS State Veteran’s Home in Kosciusko. He was a native of Kosciusko. He served in the Navy in World War II and served in the Air Force in Korea. He earned a degree in chemical engineering from Mississippi State University. He worked for Cities Service Petroleum Company in Lake Charles. He moved back to Kosciusko on July 4, 1982, after his retirement. He was a member of the Stonestreet-Rone VFW Post in 1983. Survivors include one son, Brad Jamison of Sulphur; one sister, Faye Tolleson of Kosiusko; one brother, Bob Jamison of Conway, S.C.; two grandchildren, Bradley and Jennifer Jamison of Sulphur; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Eugenia Lewis, and his parents, Robert Emmett and Martha Dodd Jamison. Graveside services will be at 4 p.m. today, July 11, in Parkway Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jordan Funeral Home in Kosciusko. Johnson infant — 7/11/2002 COLFAX — Katlin Diane Johnson, infant daughter of David and Debra Johnson, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in an Alexandria hospital. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 12, in Lacamp Pentecostal Church Cemetery. Arrangements are by Rush Funeral Home of Oakdale. Wanda J. Reed — 7/11/2002 BRIDGE CITY, Texas — Wanda J. Reed, 54, died Sunday, July 7, 2002, in her residence. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 12, in Claybar Funeral Home. Burial will be in Restlawn Cemetery in Vidor, Texas. Syble W. Rhea — 7/11/2002 Syble W. Rhea, 86, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in a local care center. She moved to Lake Charles from Lake Providence in 2001. She was a schoolteacher in Lisbon. She was a member of the Garden Club. She was a member of Lake Providence Baptist Church, and was a member of WMU, Sunday school and was Outreach chairman. Survivors include one son, Thomas Larue Rhea of Baton Rouge; one daughter, Donna Shields of Iowa, La.; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 12, in First Baptist Church in Lake Providence. James Parker will officiate. Burial will be in Lake Providence Memorial Park under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today in Cox Funeral Home in Lake Providence. Terry Victorian — 7/11/2002 OBERLIN — Terry Victorian, 31, died Wednesday, July 10, 2002, in the local hospital. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 12, from St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Soileau under the direction of Ardoin Funeral Home of Oberlin. Marie Vincent — 7/11/2002 SULPHUR — Marie Vincent, 78, died at 12:15 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2002, in Welsh. She was a lifelong resident of Sulphur. She was a member of the American Legion. Survivors include two sons, Mack Vincent of Welsh and Louis Vincent of Sulphur; two daughters, JoAnn Gautreaux and Sallie Ancelet, both of Sulphur; two brothers, Curtis O’Quain of Evans, Ill., and James O’Quain of Denuisons, Texas; 13 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Woodrow Vincent, and one daughter, Agnes Vincent. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 12, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Randall Chesson will officiate. Burial will be in Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly. Visitation is from 11 a.m. today. Mary M. Carter — 7/12/2002 Mary Mathilda Mayfield Carter, 98, died Thursday, July 4, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of St. Martinville, and she lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She was a member of Messiah Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include two sons, John Carter and J.B. Carter, both of Lake Charles; two daughters, Amelia Jason and Dorothy Malbroux, both of Lake Charles; one brother, John Mayfield of San Diego; 48 grandchildren, 117 great-grandchildren, 154 great-great-grandchildren, and 17 great-great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norris Carter. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 13, in Messiah Missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. Robert Owens will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Saturday in the church. Lenton Duhon Sr. — 7/12/2002 Lenton Duhon Sr., 86, died Monday, July 8, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Elton, and he lived most of his life in Lake Charles. He was a member of Union Baptist Church. Survivors include fours sons, the Rev. Joseph J. Bernard of Moss Bluff, Frank Bernard Jr. and Lenton Duhon Jr., both of Lake Charles, and Charlie James Duhon of Longview, Texas; four daughters, Rose Duhon Riggs and Carolyn Ann Barker, both of Houston, Jacqueline Ann Carter of Lake Charles and Judy Faye Armstrong of Port Arthur, Texas; one sister, Rosie Mae Paris of Port Arthur; 19 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son, McKinley Henry Duhon. His funeral will be at 7 p.m. today, July 12, in Union Zion Baptist Church. The Rev. Joseph J. Bernard will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. in the church. Dismissal will be at 10 a.m. Saturday. Terry J. Fontenot — 7/12/2002 THOMASVILLE, N.C. — Terry James Fontenot, 55, died Wednesday, July 10, 2002. He was born in Eunice, and he grew up in Lake Charles. He was a 1965 graduate of LaGrange High School, and he was an alumnus of McNeese State University. He served in the Navy Reserve on the USS Fremont. Afterward, he married and moved to the Syracuse, N.Y., area. Terry worked for IBM for 31 years before he and his wife moved to Thomasville. He enjoyed woodworking, Cajun food, country music and local sporting events, especially those that involved his children. He could often be found volunteering at their swim meets. Survivors include his wife, Jo-Anne Sitnik-Fontenot of North Carolina; one daughter, Traci Kowalewski of North Carolina; one son, Michael Fontenot of North Carolina; one son-in-law, Stan Kowalewski of North Carolina; three grandchildren, Brendan Kowalewski, Andrew Kowalewski and Briana Kowalewski, all of North Carolina; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vorise (Goy) Fontenot of Lake Charles; his in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Matt Sitnik of Camillus, N.Y.; one sister, Beryl Fontenot-Romero of Big Lake; two brothers, Toby Fontenot of Big Lake and Sherman Fontenot of Moss Bluff; four sisters-in-law, Shirley Fontenot of Moss Bluff, Donna Fontenot of Big Lake, Robin Frattiani of Cicero, N.Y., and Karen Sitnik of South Carolina; three brothers-in-law, David Romero of Big Lake, Frank Frattiani of Cicero and Michael Sitnik of North Carolina; 11 nieces and nephews; many special friends, including Bob Daughenbaugh, George Kay and Dennis Hoosier, all of Lake Charles; and a close family friend, Bridget Eaton of North Carolina. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, from Christ the King Catholic Chapel of Lake Charles. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Arrangements are by Hanes-Lineberry Funeral Home of Greensboro, N.C., and by Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, in Johnson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Jo-Anne Fontenot, c/o BB&T Bank, 1120 Randolph St., Thomasville, NC 27360; to Hospice of Davidson County, 524 S. State St., Lexington, NC 27103; or to the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice House, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. The Fontenot family would like to thank the hospice staff for taking such loving care of Terry. Frankie C. Gaynor — 7/12/2002 SULPHUR — Frankie Carol Gaynor, 55, died at 4 a.m. Thursday, July 11, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Sulphur. Survivors include her husband, Timothy P. Gaynor of Sulphur; her mother, Zelma Landry of Sulphur; two sons, Timothy P. Gaynor of Lafayette and Patrick M. Gaynor of Arlington, Texas; one daughter, Diane E. Dotson of New Orleans; two sisters, Hattie Mae Thibodeaux and Faye Corner, both of Sulphur; and two grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 13, from Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church of Sulphur. Monsignor Vincent Sedita will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is from 4 p.m. today in the funeral home, with a rosary at 6:30 p.m. Louis Gray — 7/12/2002 WELSH — Louis Gray, 55, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in a Lafayette hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Welsh. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Etta P. Gray of Welsh; three sons, Ben Gray of Jennings, David Gray of Eureka, Calif., and Jonathan Gray of Welsh; one daughter, Stephanie Gray of Kinder; four brothers, Ralph Gray of Sulphur, Rufus Gray of Lake Charles, Joshua Gray of Moss Bluff and Sam Gray of Compton, Calif.; two grandchildren, Brian Mayfield of Houston and Khadaviyon Ramirez of Welsh; two aunts, Lucy Carrier of Iowa, La., and Orelia Rogeau of Houston; one uncle, August Simien of Lake Charles. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 13, from St. Joseph Catholic Church of Welsh. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today in the funeral home, with a rosary at 7 p.m. Mrs. Virgie Grice — 7/12/2002 WELSH — Mrs. Virgie Grice, 81, died Friday, July 5, 2002, in Welsh. She was a lifelong resident of Welsh. She was a member of Jones United Methodist Church. Survivors include four nieces, Joyce Victor and Jacquelyn Fortes of Los Angeles, and Kimberly Scott and Karen Scott of Lake Charles; and three nephews, Esther Vital of Houston, Kelvin Scott of Fresno, Calif., and Kevin Scott of Bakesfield, Calif. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 13, in King’s Funeral Home. The Rev. Nathan Stevens will officiate. Burial will be in East Ridge Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Saturday. Mrs. Eual LaFleur — 7/12/2002 MOSS BLUFF — Mrs. Eual (Weeta) LeFleur, 81, died recently. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Moss Bluff. Survivors include her husband; one son, Dennis LaFleur of Logansport; two daughters, Donna Darlene Mills of Rusk, Texas, and Cinda Sue LaFleur of Sulphur; 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 13, in Ardoin Funeral Home of Elton. Dennis LaFleur and Jack Mills Jr. will officiate. Burial will be in China Cemetery in Elton. Visitation is noon-8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. Saturday. Pallbearers will be Brian LaFleur, D.J. LaFleur, Jack Mills III, Keith LaFleur, Donnie Oliva and John Parker. Durphy P. McFarlain — 7/12/2002 EVANGELINE — Durphy Paul McFarlain, 80, died at 3:55 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2002, in Jennings American Legion Hospital. He was a native of Evangeline. He served in the Army in World War II. He was a retired Cities Service employee. Survivors include his wife, Allie Reed McFarlain of Evangeline; one son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Janet McFarlain of Crowley; one daughter and son-in-law, Pat McFarlain Strong and Mac Strong of Jennings; one brother, Burton McFarlain of DeRidder; three sisters, Margaret Doherty of Evangeline and Gertie Leckelt and Abby Cart, both of Iota; seven grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wesley and Ermine B. McFarlain, and one son, Michael McFarlain. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 12, from St. Joseph Catholic Church of Evangeline. The Rev. Mark Derise will officiate. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Jennings under the direction of Matthews and Son Funeral Home of Jennings. Visitation is from 8 a.m. A rosary was recited Thursday. Pallbearers are Bill Strong, Ryan McFarlain, Drew McFarlain, Michael LeBlanc, Wilson Gautreaux, Donnie Simar, Butch McFarlain and David Simar. Amos Scott — 7/12/2002 WELSH — Amos Scott, 106, died Friday, July 5, 2002, in Welsh. He was a native of Opelousas and had lived in Welsh for most of his life. Survivors include two sisters, Fannie Lou Scott and Eliza J. Scott of Opelousas; one brother, Forrest Scott of Port Arthur, Texas; seven grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 20 great-great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 13, in King’s Funeral Home. The Rev. Nathan Stevens will officiate. Burial will be in East Ridge Cemetery in Welsh. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Saturday. Jesse L. Sheridan — 7/12/2002 Jesse Lee Sheridan, 69, died Sunday, July 7, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Jasper, Texas, and he had lived in Lake Charles for many years. He was a Navy veteran and a professional musician. Survivors include two brothers, Willie Sheridan of Los Angeles and William “Joe” Vitator of Lake Charles; three sisters, Mary Alice of Los Angeles and Patricia Vitator Guillory and Denise Palmer, both of Lake Charles; and a friend, Mary Ann Caldwell of Lake Charles. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 13, in the Joppa Lodge hall, 1716 Opelousas St. The Rev. Carl Rigmaiden will officiate. The body was cremated. Arrangements are by James Funeral Home. Visitation is from 10 a.m. Saturday in the hall. Relphard L. Spikes Jr. — 7/12/2002 Relphard L. ‘‘Butch’’ Spikes Jr., 49, died Thursday, July 4, 2002, in the Sulphur hospital. He was a native of Houston, and he had lived in Sulphur for several years. He was an Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Sarah Jones Spikes of Sulphur; one daughter, Shondell Monique Spikes of Houston; one son, Craig Spikes of Houston; three brothers, Ronald Ray Spikes of Lake Charles and Zachary Spikes and Ricky Swiss, both of Houston; two sisters, Marion Spikes of Lake Charles and Connie Combs of Houston; his stepmother, Elmira Spikes of Lake Charles; and one grandchild. His funeral will be at noon Saturday, July 13, in Macedonia Church of God in Christ. The Rev. Rodney Williams will officiate. Burial will be in Community Cemetery in DeQuincy under the direction of James Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Visitation is from 10 a.m. Saturday in the church. Mrs. Anna C. Ware — 7/12/2002 Mrs. Anna Bell Celestine Ware, 80, died at 6:15 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in a local hospital. She was born in Eunice, and she lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She was a member of Glad Tidings. Survivors include three daughters, Theresa Boutte, Veronica Medlow and Anna Marie Rosemore, all of Lake Charles; one son, Arthur Martin Ware of Lake Charles; three sisters, Marie Bilbo of Lake Charles and Rosa Lee Alexandria and Mary Ann Stevens, both of Buffalo, N.Y.; two stepsisters, Amy Hamilton of New Orleans and Emily Celestine of California; one brother, Johnny Ceasar of Buffalo; four stepbrothers, Tony Celestine, Noah Celestine, Joseph Celestine and James Celestine, all of Lake Charles; 13 grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 13, in Fondel Memorial Chapel. The Rev. Gary Evers will officiate. Burial will be in Perkins Cemetery in Westlake. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Saturday. Frances Bitar — 7/13/2002 Frances Armentor Richardson Bitar, 64, died at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2002, in her residence. She was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. She was a graduate of Lake Charles High School. She was the restaurant hostess for the Belmont Hotel for many years. She also worked a number of years at the Fair Store and the Better Business Bureau. She was a member of Lake Charles Bible Church. Survivors include two sons, Daniel “Danny” Richardson and Cody Richardson, both of Copero-polis, Calif.; one daughter, Terri Richardson of Westlake; one brother A.J. Armentor Sr. of Fort Worth, Texas; five sisters, Patsy Brown, Ramona Williams, Fern Foster and Virginia Brown, all of Lake Charles, and Shirley Jensen of Spring, Texas; and six grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 3 p.m. today, July 13, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Phil Carpenter will officiate. Burial will be in Ritchie Cemetery in Moss Bluff. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Emanuel J. Frederick — 7/13/2002 SULPHUR — Emanuel Joseph Frederick, 78, died Friday, July 12, 2002, in his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Sulphur. He retired from the federal government and Army Corps of Engineers. He was a member of Truth Apostolic Church. Survivors include his wife, Loretta Marlene Beauchamp Frederick of Sulphur; one son, Larry J. Frederick of Houston; three daughters, Evelyn George of Sulphur, Sandra Andrews of Lake Charles and Judy Perkins of Oakdale; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 14, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Thomas Joel Peavey will officiate. Entombment will be in Roselawn Mausoleum. Visitation is from 5 p.m. today. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice, the family said. James C. Gauthier — 7/13/2002 JENNINGS — Chief James Charles “J.C.” Gauthier, 81, died at 11:30 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 2002, in Jennings American Legion Hospital. He was a native of Breaux Bridge. He was chief of police, and he served for 25 years. He served in the Marine Corps in the South Pacific and on Wallis Island in World War II. He was a former member of the Louisiana Police Chiefs Association. He was a member of VFW Post 3686, American Legion, Knights of Columbus and Holy Name Society. He celebrated his 60th wedding anniversary Feb. 7, 2002. Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann Gauthier of Jennings; one son and daughter-in-law, Edward G. and Anna M. Gauthier of Sunset; two grandchildren, Andre E. Gauthier and Gabriel Emile Gauthier. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Athenaise H. Gauthier; two brothers, Edward M. “Chick” Gauthier and A.M. “Goat” Gauthier; and two sisters, Mary Cecila “May” Gauthier and Mrs. Louis (Inez) Clement. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 15, from Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church of Jennings. The Rev. Wayne LeBleu will officiate, and Deacon Bill Caraway will be the homilist. A rosary will be at 7 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery with a police honor guard. Arrangements are by Matthews and Son Funeral Home of Jennings. Pallbearers will be Andre Gauthier, Gabriel Emile Gauthier, Frank Gauthier, Ted Tiedeman, Bubba Caraway, Bryan Landry, Kelly Caraway and Capt. Steve Taylor. Honorary pallbearers will be his nieces and nephews. Frankie C. Gaynor — 7/13/2002 SULPHUR — Frankie Carol Gaynor, 55, died at 4 a.m. Thursday, July 11, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Sulphur. Survivors include her husband, Timothy P. Gaynor of Sulphur; her mother, Zelma Landry of Sulphur; two sons, Timothy P. Gaynor of Lafayette and Patrick M. Gaynor of Arlington, Texas; one daughter, Diane E. Dotson of New Orleans; two sisters, Hattie Mae Thibodeaux and Faye Corner, both of Sulphur; and two grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 13, from Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church of Sulphur. Monsignor Vincent Sedita will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. A rosary was recited Friday evening. Emile Jessen — 7/13/2002 Emile “Ben” Jessen, 68, died at 12:19 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles and attended Landry High School. He was an administrative aide in the Navy. He was the former owner and operator of Ben’s Mobile Home Park. He was an avid golfer. He was Catholic. Survivors include his companion, Sandra Cox of Westlake; three daughters, Michelle Renee Jessen of Lake Charles, Sheila Jessen Trahan of Houston and Terri Lynette Jessen of Englewood, Colo.; three sisters, Leola “Lee” Rougeau of Lake Charles, Elnora Jessen Fruh of Westlake and Marie Jessen Trobee of San Clemente, Calif.; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Capt. Daniel Goss Jessen. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 14, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Ronnie Estes will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Sunday. Estalia M. Judice — 7/13/2002 Estalia M. Judice, 95, died Friday, July 15, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Loreauville and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She was a retired Gas Appliance bookkeeper. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Survivors include one sister, Gerdie Guillory of Lake Charles, and several nieces and nephews. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 14, in Hixson Funeral Home. Deacons George Carr and Emlyn McGinn will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today, with a rosary at 6 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Sunday. Michael L. Roy — 7/13/2002 Michael Lynn Roy, 41, died at 4:51 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 2002, in Sulphur. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He graduated from LaGrange High School and earned a degree in electronics from Louisiana Technical College/Sowela Campus. He was an insurance agent and broker with Combined Insurance and Prudential for eight years. He was a member of the maintenance staff at St. Margaret Catholic Church. Survivors include one son, Michael Lynn Roy II of Lake Charles; two sisters, Lynette Roy of Van Nuys, Calif., and Cindi Roy of Lake Charles; his mother, Geni Jefferson of Lake Charles; and one niece, Samantha Roy of Lake Charles. A memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday, July 15, from St. Margaret Catholic Church. The Rev. Henry Mancuso will officiate. The body was cremated. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:45 p.m. Monday. Arrangements are by Johnson Funeral Home. Virginia Snoddy — 7/13/2002 TURKEY CREEK — Virginia Snoddy, 81, died at 6:50 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 2002, in the Mamou hospital. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 13, in Rush Funeral Home of Pine Prairie. Burial will be in Griffin Hill Cemetery in Lonepine. Marc S. Wilson — 7/13/2002 WESTLAKE — Marc Stephen Wilson, 47, died Sunday, July 7, 2002, in DeQuincy. He was a native of LaMarque, Texas, and moved to the Lake Area 18 years ago prior to living in Dallas. He owned and operated Wilson Service Inc. He was a member of St. Theodore Catholic Church. He was an avid gun collector and member of Cow Pen Hunting Club. His hobby was restoring antique automobiles. Survivors include his wife, Helen Wilson of Westlake; one son, Ryan Wilson of Westlake; one daughter, Ashley Wilson of Rome, Ga.; three sisters, Daphne Pedersen of Rockport, Texas, Cindy Solis of League City, Texas, and Tracy Moyers of LaMarque; and his father and stepmother, Rusty Wilson and Beth Wilson of Rockport. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 14, from St. Theodore Catholic Church. The Rev. Charles McMillan will officiate. The body will be cremated under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff. Visitation is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday with a rosary at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Ela E. Barnes — 7/14/2002 SULPHUR — Ela Estelle Barnes, 74, died July 13, 2002, in a local care center. She was a native of Jacksonville, Texas, and had lived in the High Hope Care Center for the last 10 years. She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. She had been a Data Processing Supervisor for Moss Regional Hospital. Survivors include three sons, Danny Barnes of Moore, Okla., Robert Barnes of LeMont, Ill., and Richard Barnes of Lake Charles; one daughter, Elizabeth DeWoody of Sulphur; 7 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Barnes; her son, Rhea Barnes; and her brother, Jimmy Rhea Cash. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, in Hixson Funeral Home. The Rev. Charles McMillin will officiate. The soloist will be her grandson, Jason Barnes. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Park in Lake Charles. Visitation is from 2-9 p.m. on Monday in the funeral home. Leon Berard Sr. — 7/14/2002 Leon (Carlbert) Berard, Sr., 64, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Lake Charles and a graduate of W.O. Boston High School. He was president and owner of Kushner/Berard Building Materials. Survivors include his wife, Dorethae McCray Berard of Lake Charles; two daughters, Vanessa Berard and Daphne Berard, both of Lake Charles; three sons, Leon (Carlbert) Berard Jr. of New Orleans, Manuel Keith Berard Sr. and Kevin Troy, both of Lake Charles; his mother, Mamie Berard of Lake Charles; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren and one stepgreat-grandchild; two devoted daughters-in-law, Barbara Celestine Berard of New Orleans and Shelia Grice Berard of Lake Charles; and a devoted son-in-law, Darrell C. Higgin-botham Sr. of Lake Charles; one granddaughter-in-law; and three godchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Rufus Berard, Sr.; two brothers, Rufus Berard Jr. and Higgins Berard; his sister, Loretta Berard Kennerson; his mother-in-law, Victoria Freeman; one grandson, Eric (Twin) Small; and one great-grandson, Torrance Berard. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday, July 15, from Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. Henry Mancuso will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 8-10:45 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Etalia M. Judice — 7/14/2002 Miss Etalia M. Judice, 95, died Friday, July 12, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Loreauville and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She was a retired Gas Appliance bookkeeper. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Joe (Gertie) Guillory of Lake Charles, and several nieces and nephews. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 14, in Hixson Funeral Home. Deacons George Carr and Emlyn McGinn will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is from 8 a.m. today. A Scripture service was Saturday. Alex Landry Sr. — 7/14/2002 Alex Landry Sr. died Wednesday, July 10, 2002, in a local care center. He was a native of St. Martinville and had lived in Lake Charles for 50 years. He was retired from the Southern Pacific Railroad Company. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include three daughters, Lorena Randle and Yolanda Landry, both of Lake Charles; five sons, Matthew Landry of Miami, Warren Landry of Sulphur, Alex Landry Jr. of Lake Charles, the Rev. Russell Landry of Seattle and Michael Landry of Los Angeles; three brothers, Peter Landry of Lake Charles, Ernest Landry of New Iberia and Murphy Landry of St. Martinville; 20 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Al Volpe will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, with a rosary at 10 a.m. in the funeral home. Placide Miller — 7/14/2002 JENNINGS — Placide Miller, 86, died at 12:05 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2002, in a local care center. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Matthews and Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. John R. Myers — 7/14/2002 JENNINGS — John Raymond “Smiley” Myers, 48, died at 6 p.m. Friday, July 12, 2002, at Jennings Guest House. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 14, in Matthews and Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Janice L. Robinson — 7/14/2002 CHURCH POINT — Janice Lucille Robinson, 57 died, Friday, July 12, 2002, in Church Point. She was a native of Grand Praire and had lived in Opelousas most of her life. She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas. Survivors include one son, Robert J. Robinson of Church Point; two daughters, Dr. Juliet R. Corde and attorney Jennifer O. Robinson, both of Church Point; two brothers, Michael J. Tezeno and Charles Marshall Tezeno, both of Lake Charles; three sisters, Ruby Harrison of Opelousas and Sandra Guidry and Gloria Gauthier, both of Lake Charles; her son-in law, Mark Conde of Church Point; two grandchildren, Matthew N. Corde and Alexander M. Corde, and a host of relatives and friends. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Karl Fuselier will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Ronald K. Savant — 7/14/2002 Ronald K. Savant, 31, died Friday, July 12, 2002, in a local hospital. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday, July 15, in Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery. Larry Shaffner — 7/14/2002 WESTLAKE — Larry Shaffner, 81, died Saturday, July 13, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Douglas, Wyo., and he had lived in Westlake since 1940. He was a major in the Army Air Corp. during World War II. He served as a bomber pilot, flying a B-26 over France and Holland. He was a member of American Legion Post 407. He retired from Conoco as an instrument electrical foreman. He attended Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Sulphur. Survivors include his sister, Mary Winn Gibson of Westlake; one niece, Melissa Wilson of Westlake; and one great-niece, Kathryn Duncan of Westlake. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Shaffner. His funeral will be at 10 a.m., Monday, July 15, in Hixson Funeral Home Chapel in Westlake. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Park. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until time of service Monday. Bertha Mary Arabie — 7/15/2002 Mrs. Bertha Mary Arabie, 84, died at 1:15 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2002, in her residence. She was a native of Fenton and lived in the Lake Charles area for 27 years prior to moving to Ragley three years ago. She was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church. Survivors include two daughters, Lou Rigdon of Ragley and Diana Thibodeaux of Burkburnett, Texas; four sons, Robert Arabie of Lake Charles, Roy Arabie of LeBleu Settlement, Gerald Arabie of Westlake and Tommy Arabie of Lake Charles; her sister, Edith Miller of Fenton; twenty-four grandchildren; forty-eight great-grandchildren; and thirteen great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, from St. Margaret Catholic Church. The Rev. Marcus Johnson will officiate. Burial will be at Prien Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from noon-10 p.m. today, with a rosary being recited at 6 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Dorothy H. Hession — 7/15/2002 SULPHUR — Funeral services for Dorothy H. Hession, 83, will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in Odd Fellow Hall in Bayou LaBatre, Ala., under the direction of Serenity Funeral Home of Theodore, Ala. Burial will follow in Odd Fellow Cemetery. Local arrangements are by Robison Funeral Home. Visitation is from 4 p.m. today in Odd Fellow Hall. Mrs. Hession died at 1:47 p.m. Saturday, July 13, in a Sulphur hospital. She was a native of St. Louis, Mo., and was a longtime resident of Bayou LaBatre. She had been living in Hackberry for the past two months with her family. Survivors include one son, Marshall F. Spicer of Hackberry; one daughter, Dorothy Roper of Sulphur; one sister, Myrtle P. Brown of Florida; two brothers, Albert DeGeer and Elmer DeGeer, both of Coden, Ala.; five grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Marvis Maricle — 7/15/2002 CRAVENS — Funeral services for Marvis Maricle, 63, will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in Gravel Hill Baptist Church. The Rev. Arlin Smith will officiate. Burial will be in Gravel Hill Cemetery under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today in the funeral home and from 8 a.m. Tuesday in the church. Mr. Maricle died at 2:10 a.m. Sunday, July 14, in his residence. He was a native of Pitkin and had lived most of his life in Cravens. He was a lead operator shipper for Boise Cascade for 29 years. He was a member of Gravel Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Ima Rae Maricle of Cravens; one son, Michael Maricle of Rosepine; two brothers, Hartford Maricle Jr. of Cravens and Carvis Maricle of Pitkin; three sisters, Reba Johnson of Union Hill, Betty Walker of Delrio, Tenn., and Jo Ann Johnson of Garland, Texas; and two grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Gravel Hill Baptist Church, the family said. Vester W. McGarity — 7/15/2002 SULPHUR — Funeral services for Vester W. “Mac” McGarity, 85, of Sulphur, will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, from Our Lady Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Monsignor Harry Greg will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery under the direction of Robison Funeral Home. Visitation is 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. today, with a rosary at 6:30 p.m., and from 8:30 a.m. Tuesday. Mr. McGarity passed away Saturday, July 13, in a Sulphur care center. He was a native of Arkansas and was a resident of Sulphur for many years. He was a member of Our Lady Prompt Succor Catholic Church, where he was an usher and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He retired from Olin after 31 years of service. Survivors include his wife, Ethel McGarity of Sulphur; one son, Robert McGarity of Lake Charles; one daughter, Karen Fills of Sulphur; one brother, Edger McGarity of Pine Bluff, Ark.; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Lou Anna N. Murphy — 7/15/2002 Lou Anna Navarre Murphy, 82, died at 3:30 a.m. Sunday, July 14, 2002, in her residence She was a native of Evangeline and lived in Lake Charles for the past 55 years. She was a member of TOPS (LA24) and the Lake Charles Moose Lodge. She was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church. Mrs. Murphy fought a hard battle with cancer. The family would like to thank the staff on the second floor of Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and the Hospice of Southwest Louisiana staff for all their support and medical assistance with our beloved mother. She will be greatly missed by all. Survivors include one son, Charles Kenneth Murphy Jr. of Many; two daughters, Kathryn Smart of Lake Charles and Charline Murphy Kiser of San Antonio; five brothers, Dewey Navarre of Port Arthur, Texas, Allen Navarre of Rayne, Wallace Navarre of Lafayette, James Navarre of Deweyville, Texas, and Emerson Navarre of Orange, Texas; two sisters, Mildred Goudeaux and Gladys Freeman, both of Rayne; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, from St. Margaret Catholic Church. The Rev. Anthony Fontenot will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will be 11 a.m.-10:00 p.m. today, with a rosary Scripture service beginning at 6:30 p.m., and 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Janice L. Robinson — 7/15/2002 CHURCH POINT — Janice Lucille Robinson, 57 died, Friday, July 12, 2002, in Church Point. She was a native of Grand Prairie and had lived in Opelousas most of her life. She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas. Survivors include one son, Robert J. Robinson of Church Point; two daughters, Dr. Juliet R. Conde and attorney Jennifer O. Robinson, both of Church Point; two brothers, Michael J. Tezeno and Charles Marshall Tezeno, both of Lake Charles; three sisters, Ruby Harrison of Opelousas and Sandra Guidry and Gloria Gauthier, both of Lake Charles; her son-in law, Mark Conde of Church Point; two grandchildren, Matthew N. Conde and Alexandria M. Conde, and a host of relatives and friends. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Karl Fuselier will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Keven P. Wilson — 7/15/2002 SULPHUR — Keven Patrick Wilson, 20, died Saturday, July 13, 2002, in Jasper, Texas. He was a native of Lake Charles and a resident of Sulphur. He was a 2000 graduate of Sulphur High School. He attended McNeese State University and was a member of Kappa Alpha Frater-nity. Survivors include his parents, David and Genie Wil-son of Sulphur; one brother, David Wilson Jr. of Lake Charles; and two sisters, Kelley Johnston and Lannie Ardoin, both of Lake Charles. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Mel Estess will officiate. Burial will be in Ford Cemetery in Bon Wier, Texas. Visitation hours will be 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Annette Biagas — 7/16/2002 Annette “Nettie” Biagas, 31, died Wednesday, July 10, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Lafayette and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. Survivors include her mother, Emily Weatherall Malbroux of Lake Charles; four sisters, Judy Clark and Debra Biagas, both of Lake Charles, Blin Viney of Welsh and Denise Fisher of Houston; and two brothers, Casey Biagas of Huntsville, Texas, and Timothy Biagas of Cleveland, Texas. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, from St. Margaret Catholic Church. The Rev. Marcus Johnson will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Wednesday in the church, with a rosary at 9 a.m. Walter O. Chesson Sr. — 7/16/2002 LEBLEU SETTLEMENT — Walter Olin Chesson Sr., 60, died at 6:50 a.m. Monday, July 15, 2002, in his residence surrounded by his family, whom he loved so well and who loved him in return. He was an auto body technician in Lake Charles for 40 years. He owned and operated Triple A Paint and Body Shop for seven years. He attended Iowa First Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Dories Hebert Chesson of LeBleu Settlement; two daughters, Jennifer Rae Stewart and Wendy Lee Chesson, both of LeBleu Settlement; four sons, Walter Olin Chesson Jr. of Phoenix, Brent Chesson and Kent Chesson, both of Hecker, and Dennis Chesson of Lake Charles; three brothers, LeRoy Chesson and Allen Chesson, both of Lake Charles, and Joseph Chesson of Ragley; three sisters, Gertrude Breaux of Lake Charles, Patricia Williams of Cameron and Helena Gomez of Sulphur; and 10 wonderful grandchildren. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, in Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. The Rev. Dee Speers of Iowa First Baptist Church will officiate. Burial will be in LeBleu Cemetery. Visitation is 3-10 p.m. today. Judson R. Lucas — 7/16/2002 PICKERING — Judson Ricky Lucas, 65, died Friday, June 12, 2002, in a Rosepine care center. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 18, in Labby Memorial Funeral Home of Leesville. Vonceil J. Nachtigal — 7/16/2002 Vonceil J. “Vonnie” Nachtigal, 73, died Saturday, July 13, 2002, in a local care center. She was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. She was a member of Maplewood Baptist Church, and she was a nurse’s aide at Oak Park Nursing Home. Survivors include one son, Curtis Nachtigal of Lake Charles; three daughters, Cheryl Chic of Phoenix, Susan Parsons of Alamagorda, N.M., and Darlene Koonce of Monroe; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, in Hixson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 4-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Wednesday. Anna L. Roy — 7/16/2002 JENNINGS — Anna L. Roy, 51, died at 11:11 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2002, in the Jennings hospital. She was a native of Creole, and she had lived in the Lake Arthur-Jennings area. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Norman J. Roy of Lake Arthur; one son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Nicole Roy of Jennings; one daughter, Lela R. Guidry of Lake Arthur; two sisters, Charlotte Bonsall and Delores Boudreaux, both of Creole; and two grandchildren, Hunter Guidry and Zachary Kershaw. Her funeral was held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 8, from Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. The Rev. Wayne LeBleu officiated. Burial was in Andrus Cove Cemetery under the direction of Matthews and Son Funeral Home. A rosary was recited Sunday evening. Joseph L. St. Germain Jr. — 7/16/2002 LAKE ARTHUR — Joseph Lucien St. Germain Jr., 82, died Monday, July 15, 2002. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, from Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Anthony Cemetery under the direction of Matthews and Son Funeral Home. Linda M. Senette — 7/16/2002 FRANKLIN — Linda Ann Manuel Senette, 51, died at 12:10 p.m. Sunday, July 14, 2002, in her residence. She was a native of Elton. She was an active member of the Louisiana Democratic Committee and was a former member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha service sorority. Survivors include her husband, Walter J. Senette Jr. of Franklin; one son, Walter J. Senette III of Franklin; two daughters, Lauren Senette and Rachel Senette, both of Franklin; two brothers, Delbert Manuel and John Manuel, both of Franklin; her mother, Mathilda Brown of Elton; and two grandchildren, Alaura and Zoe. She was preceded in death by her father, Abraham Manuel. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 16, in Church of Assumption. The Rev. Micheal Russo will officiate. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Centerville under the direction of Ibert’s Mortuary. Visitation is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today in the church, with a rosary at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St. Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70503-3240, the family said. Kevin P. Wilson — 7/16/2002 SULPHUR — Kevin Patrick Wilson, 20, died Saturday, July 16, 2002, in Jasper, Texas. He was a native of Lake Charles and a longtime resident of Sulphur. He was a 2000 graduate of Sulphur High School. He attended McNeese State University, and he was a member of Kappa Alpha fraternity. Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David S. (Genie Davant) Wilson, both of Sulphur; one brother, David Wilson Jr. of Lake Charles; two sisters, Kelly Johnson and Lannie Ardoin, both of Lake Charles. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 16, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Mel Estess will officiate. Burial will be in Ford Cemetery in Bon Wier, Texas. Memorials may be made to Delta XI Chapter of Kappa Alpha Order at McNeese State University, the family said. Walter O. Chesson Sr. — 7/17/2002 LEBLEU SETTLEMENT — Walter Olin Chesson Sr., 60, died at 6:50 a.m. Monday, July 15, 2002, at his residence surrounded by his family whom he loved so well, and who loved him in return. He was an auto body technician in Lake Charles for 40 years. He owned and operated Triple A Paint and Body Shop for seven years. He attended Iowa First Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Dories Hebert Chesson of LeBleu Settlement; two daughters, Jennifer Rae Stewart and Wendy Lee Chesson, both of LeBleu Settlement; four sons, Walter Olin Chesson Jr. of Phoenix, Ariz., Brent Chesson and Kent Chesson, both of Hecker, and Dennis Chesson of Lake Charles; three brothers, LeRoy Chesson and Allen Chesson, both of Lake Charles, and Joseph Chesson of Ragley; three sisters, Gertrude Breaux of Lake Charles, Patricia Williams of Cameron, and Helena Gomez of Sulphur; and 10 wonderful grandchildren. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 17, in Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. The Rev. Dee Speers of Iowa First Baptist Church will officiate. Burial will be in LeBleu Cemetery. Etalia M. Judice — 7/17/2002 Etalia M. Judice, 95, died Friday, July 12, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Loreauville and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She was a retired Gas Appliance bookkeeper. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Survivors include one sister, Gerdie Guillory of Lake Charles, and several nieces and nephews. Her funeral was at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 14, in Hixson Funeral Home. Deacons George Carr and Emlyn McGinn officiated. Burial was in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. A rosary was recited Saturday evening. John Pelafigue — 7/17/2002 Mr. John “Jimmie” Pelafigue, 81, died at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in his residence. He was a native of Scott, and he lived most of his life in Lake Charles. He owned and operated Gold Coast Carpet. Mr. Pelafigue was a World War II veteran, and he served in the Navy aboard the mine sweeper USS Candid. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Cathedral. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Pelafigue of Lake Charles; one daughter, Vicki Pratt of West Monroe; three grandchildren, Mrs. Ray (Cassie) Kavanaugh of College Station, Texas, Hollie Pratt of Natchitoches and Jamie Pratt of West Monroe; two great-grandchildren, Kyle Kavanaugh and Kaleigh Kavanaugh, both of College Station; and four sisters, Leodie Pellerin, Clara Daigle, Mary Cradeur and Edith Broussard, all of Lake Charles. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Matt Pratt. His funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18, from St. Margaret Catholic Church. The Rev. Anthony Fontenot will officiate. Burial will be in Grand Lake Community Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Mrs. Vernice M. Peloquin — 7/17/2002 JENNINGS — Mrs. Vernice Myers “Pelly” Peloquin, 81, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in her residence. She was a lifelong resident of the Hathaway-Jennings area. She retired from Jennings High School as a cafeteria manager after 23 years. She was a former hostess for Miguez Funeral Home. She was a member of Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church and the Ladies Altar Society. Survivors include one daughter and one son-in-law, Jacquelyne “Jackie” and Mark Holloway of Baton Rouge; one son and one daughter-in-law, Randall “Randy” and Diane Peloquin of Baton Rouge; one sister, Mrs. Elvia Robichaux of Welsh; one brother, Alvin Myers of Bridge City, Texas; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 17, from Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church. The Rev. Wayne LeBleu will officiate. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home of Jennings. Visitation is from 8 a.m. in the funeral home. A rosary, led by Betty LeGros, was recited Tuesday evening. Earvin Richard Jr. — 7/17/2002 Mr. Earvin Richard Jr., 74, died at 12:44 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Rayne and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. He served in the Army during World War II. He was a retired heavy-equipment operator for the state Department of Transportation. He worked for McManus Construction. He was a member of Moss Bluff Pentecostal Church. Survivors include his wife, Muriel Norris Richard of Lake Charles; two daughters, Barbara Quebedeaux of Houston and Bonnie Miller of Savannah, Ga.; two grandchildren, Branden Miller and Ryan Miller, both of Savannah; two sons-in-law, Robert Miller of Savannah and Jay Quebedeaux of Houston; and five sisters, Sadie Shuff and Reva Sargent, both of Moss Bluff, Hilda Spell of Alvin, Texas, Alberta Lollar of Jena and Dorothy Pettifield of Lake Charles. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 18, in Moss Bluff Pentecostal Church. The Revs. Tim Mahoney and J.R. Shuff will officiate. Burial will be in Ritchie Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Thursday in the church. Howard Thibodeaux — 7/17/2002 ELTON — Mr. Howard Thibodeaux, 86, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in Savoy Medical Center in Mamou. He was a native of Lawtell. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Estelle Bellard Thibodeaux of Elton; one son, Mr. Ernest Thibodeaux of LeBleu Settlement; one stepson, Mr. Harrison Chretien of Houston; four daughters, Mrs. Bernice T. Poullard and Mrs. Rita T. Cormier, both of Lake Charles, Mrs. Bonnie T. Poullard of Beaumont, Texas, and Mrs. Mary Lou Captain of Los Angeles; one stepdaughter, Margaret Guillory of Houston; three brothers, Mr. Archie Thibodeaux and Mr. Nelson Thibodeaux, both of Beaumont, and Mr. Goldman Thibodeaux of Lawtell; one sister, Mrs. Ora Thibodeaux of Lake Charles; 22 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at noon Thursday, July 18, from St. John Bosco Catholic Church of Westlake. The Rev. Peter Ravel will officiate. Burial will be in Perkins Cemetery in Westlake under the direction of Ardoin Funeral Home of Elton. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7:30 p.m., in the funeral home and from 9 a.m. Thursday in the church. Elise McCrary Vise — 7/17/2002 SULPHUR — Elise McCrary Vise, 91, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Augustine, Ala., and she had lived in Sulphur since 1955. She was a graduate of Perry County High School, and she attended Judson College. She was Baptist. Survivors include two sons, George Vise Jr. and Gene Vise, both of Sulphur, and two daughters, Donna Vise Addison of Lake Charles and Elise Vise Veal of Sulphur. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Vise Sr., and two grandchildren, John Veal and Jon Addison. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 18, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Dan Flowers will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery in Lake Charles. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today. Dessie P. Weeks — 7/17/2002 GLENMORA — Dessie Perry Weeks, 85, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in a Mountain View, Ark., hospital. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 18, in Ardoin Funeral Home. Burial will be in Alexandria Memorial Garden Cemetery in Alexandria. Earnest D. Deville — 7/18/2002 PINE PRAIRIE — Earnest D. Deville, 38, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in Conroe, Texas. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Friendship Baptist Church. Burial will be in Turkey Creek Cemetery in Turkey Creek under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home of Oakdale. Percy Dobbins Sr. — 7/18/2002 Percy Dobbins Sr., 78, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Bunkie, and he had lived in Lake Charles for 45 years. He was a member of New Jerusalem Baptist Church, where he was president of the usher board and a member of City Wide Ushers. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Carrie Dobbins of Lake Charles; one son, Percy Dobbins Jr.; three sisters, Pamela A. Richard, Carolyn Lynn Senegar and Linda Gayle Cole, all of Lake Charles; two sisters, Dorothy Duran of Bunkie and Roberta Taylor of Mansura; one brother, Vernon Dobbins Sr. of Mansura; and six grandchildren. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Messiah Baptist Church. The Rev. Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 11 a.m. in the church. Sharon A. Dunbar — 7/18/2002 DERIDDER — Sharon A. Dunbar, 32, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in DeRidder. Her funeral will be at 3 p.m. Friday, July 19, from St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Bridget Cemetery in Schriever under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Elwin J. Fontenot — 7/18/2002 DEWEYVILLE, Texas — Elwin J. “Red” Fontenot, 76, died Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in Christus-St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was a native and longtime resident of Kinder. He and his wife moved to Deweyville in 1989. He was a Navy veteran who proudly served on the aircraft carrier USS Savo Island during World War II. He was a retired maintenance supervisor for Allen Parish Hospital in Kinder. He was a longtime volunteer for the Kinder fire department and ambulance service. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Cursillo. Survivors include his wife, Verna Fontenot of Deweyville; sons and daughters-in-law, Clyde “Jim” and Cheryl Fontenot of Welsh and Joseph Bruce and Sharon Fontenot of Deweyville; daughters and sons-in-law, Myra and Alex Butler of Moss Bluff and Sharon and John Shepherd of Deweyville; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members and friends. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19, from St. Maurice Catholic Church. The Rev. Delphyn Meeks will officiate. Arrangements are by Dorman Funeral Home of Orange, Texas. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. today, with a vigil at 7 p.m., in the church. In lieu of flowers, Mr. Fontenot requested donations to St. Maurice Catholic Church, P.O. Box 940, TX 77626-0940, or to a children’s charity of one’s choice. Mildred J. Gordon — 7/18/2002 GUY — Mildred Johnson Gordon, 86, entered eternal life on Wednesday, July 17, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of Guy. She was the last serving charter member of Faith Bible Baptist Church. Survivors include one daughter, Pamela Smith of Boyce; one son, Vernon Gordon of Freedom, Pa.; 13 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and three stepgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Scott Gordon; two beloved sons, Jerry Gordon Sr. and James Gordon; two sisters, Marie Gordon and Emily Creel; and one brother, Bernise “B” Johnson. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 18, in Faith Bible Baptist Church. The Revs. Lester Hobbs and Chad Boone will officiate. Burial will be in Reed Cemetery under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home of Oakdale. Visitation is from 10 a.m. in the church. Pallbearers will be Jerry Gordon Jr., Andrew Boone, Jamie Henry, Billie Gordon, Michael Marcantel and James Richmond. Lela Boggs Harper — 7/18/2002 SUGARTOWN — Lela Boggs Harper, 94, died at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in DeRidder. Mrs. Boggs was a lifelong resident of eastern Beauregard Parish, and she was a graduate of Sugartown High School. She and her husband, Norman, operated a dairy and raised beef cattle. She was a lifelong member of Sugartown Baptist Church, and she arranged flowers weekly for Sunday services. She was a choir member. Survivors include one brother, Frank Boggs of Sugartown; two sisters, Luella Boggs of DeRidder and Gertrude Brunson of Lake Charles; three nephews; and one niece. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 18, in Sugartown Baptist Church. The Revs. J.D. Ford and Jerry Chaddick will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Veronica F. Harper — 7/18/2002 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Veronica Leigh “Roni” Fisher Harper, 20, died Sunday, July 14, 2002, in Tallahassee. She was a homemaker and a mother. Survivors include her mother, Odelia Marie Touchette of Tallahassee; her husband, George Robert Harper III of Tallahassee; one daughter, Sabrina Jaide Harper of Tallahassee; her grandmother, Espire Marie Touchette of Texarkana, Texas; one sister, Nicky Ann Fisher of Moultrie, Ga.; one aunt; one uncle; one great-uncle; and several cousins. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19, in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Burial will be in Tallahassee Memory Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Abbey Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today in the funeral home. Harriet L. Jones — 7/18/2002 Harriet Lezine Jones, 98, died Saturday, July 13, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Leonville, and she had lived in Lake Charles for 93 years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary and the rosary and altar societies. She was a member of CCOA, and she volunteered for Wonderland of Play. Survivors include one daughter, JoAnna Williams of Lake Charles; one stepson, Jerry Bell Sr. of Lake Charles; one sister, Elma Cornely of Lake Charles; one granddaughter, Jackie Black of New Orleans; three great-grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday, July 19, from Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. Henry Mancuso will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., in the funeral home. Kathryn R. Kent — 7/18/2002 Kathryn Ruth Kent, 68, died Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in a local hospital. She was born in Birmingham, Ala., and she lived in Lake Charles. She was the widow of Dr. Garland Kent. She was a member of the Episcopal Church. Survivors include one son, Stephen Kent of Lake Charles. The body was cremated. Arrangements are by Hixson Funeral Home. Mrs. Betty C. Mahaffey — 7/18/2002 MOSS BLUFF — Mrs. Betty Cryar Mahaffey, 74, went home to be with the Lord following a battle with cancer. She passed from this life in her Lake Charles residence Tuesday, July 16, 2002. She was born March 22, 1928, in DeRidder to James C. and Hazel Davis Cryar. After her mother’s death, Betty was raised by her grandparents, Joe and Anna Barron Cryar of DeRidder. She married Melvin Andrew Mahaffey of Mittie on Nov. 30, 1945. She was a graduate of DeRidder High School, and she attended Louisiana School of Beauty in Lake Charles. She was a homemaker and a resident of Lake Charles. Mrs. Mahaffey was a member of Bethel Baptist Church of Lake Charles, and she taught women’s Bible study classes for many years. Survivors include her husband; her children, Ronnie and Karen Mahaffey Palermo of Moss Bluff; her grandchildren, Russell and Melissa Mahaffey Feith of DeQuincy, Troy and Alison Todd Palermo of Horn Lake, Miss., Kent and Wendi Slone Palermo of Moss Bluff and Jana Lynn Palermo of Lake Charles; two step-great-grandchildren, Joey and Rucianda Feith, both of DeQuincy; one great-grandchild, Amanda Jo Feith of DeQuincy; one brother, James Clayton Cryar of DeRidder; three sisters, Mrs. W.A. (Joanne) Cooke and Mrs. Elvin (Louise) Miers, both of DeRidder, and Mrs. Pete (Juanice) Peterson of Holland, Mich.; one aunt, Mrs. Troy “Tootsie” Davis of DeRidder; one great-aunt, Mrs. Ethalee Barron Martin of DeRidder; her brothers and sisters-in-law, James “Mac” and Linda Mahaffey of Iowa, La., Jack and Betty Mahaffey Wynn of Lago Vista, Texas, E.W. and Laura Mahaffey Hobbs of Houston, Mrs. Mona Rheams Mahaffey of Livingston, Texas, and Mrs. Hillary (Allymae Mahaffey) Miller of Mittie; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by one son, Arley Joe Mahaffey of Lake Charles. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Hixson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff. The Rev. Troy Palermo and Shawn Thomas will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in DeRidder. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Friday. Kevin M. Perron — 7/18/2002 Kevin Mark Perron, 27, died at 3:15 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Davenport, Iowa, and he lived in Iowa, La., before he moved to Lake Charles in 1981. He was very active in Cub Scouts of America. He was a graduate of Victory Baptist Church Academy and was a very active member of the church. In high school he was a member of the football team. He was a corporal with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office, and he worked part time for the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury. Survivors include his wife, Liza J. Perron of Lake Charles; two sons, Kevin Mark Perron Jr. and Austin Mark Perron, both of Lake Charles; one daughter, Lakeyn Wing of Sulphur; his parents, Larry and Joyce Perron of Westlake; one sister, Cynthia Lynn Allman of Mesquite, Texas; his paternal grandmother, Cecile Rizzuto of Gueydan; and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Rathjen of Westlake. He was preceded in death by one brother, Michael James Perron. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Victory Baptist Church. The Rev. Wayne Dartez will officiate. Burial will be in Lacassine Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 1-10 p.m. today in the funeral home and from 10 a.m. Friday. Benjamin Rideaux Jr. — 7/18/2002 Benjamin Rideaux Jr., 63, died at 9:55 a.m. Friday, July 12, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a Lake Charles resident most of his life. He was an Army veteran. He was formerly employed as a longshoreman with Lake Charles Stevedores. He was self-employed in air conditioning and refrigeration. He was a member of Zion Tabernacle Baptist Church. Survivors include four brothers, Ozie “Zeke” Rideaux, Willard Rideaux, Robert Rideaux and Ray Rideaux, all of Lake Charles; one sister, Patsy Rideaux James of Lake Charles; one son, Allen Gerard Duhon of Slidell; three stepsons, Ramsey Duhon and Larry Michael Duhon, both of Lake Charles, and Donald Duhon of New Orleans; seven grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Zion Tabernacle Baptist Church. The Rev. Jimmy Stevens will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is from 11 a.m. Friday in the church. Curtis Seaman — 7/18/2002 WOODWORTH — Curtis Seaman, 82, died at 5 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in the Pineville hospital. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Rush Funeral Home of Oakdale. Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery in Oakdale. Joe C. Sonnier — 7/18/2002 TOPSY — Joe C. Sonnier, 74, died at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in his residence. Mr. Sonnier was a native of Edna, and he had lived in Topsy for 56 years. He was a truck driver and a mechanic for more than 40 years. He was a timber buyer for McLeod Timber Co. for 20 years. He formed the volunteer fire department in Topsy. He was a reserve deputy with the Jeff Davis Sheriff’s Office. He was the first person in Topsy to receive a residential telephone line from Lake Charles without having to pay long-distance charges. He was the KPLC-TV Weather Watcher for the Topsy area, and he enjoyed cooking for fund-raisers and for politicians who came to Topsy. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Reeves Sonnier of Ragley; four sons, C.A. Sonnier and Louis Sonnier, both of Topsy, Win Sonnier of LeBleu Settlement and Gary Sonnier of Lake Charles; two daughters, Patty Trahan of Moss Bluff and Pamela Cormier of Topsy; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one brother, Verlin Sonnier of Iowa, La.; and one sister, Vida Whitaker of Kinder. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Revs. Russell Norman, Johnny Hair and Jerry Gilland will officiate. Burial will be in Green Oak Cemetery in Kinder. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Friday. Mrs. Elise M. Vise — 7/18/2002 SULPHUR — Mrs. Elise McCray Vise, 91, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in the local hospital. She was a native of Augustine, Ala., and she had lived in Sulphur since 1955. She was an alumna of Perry County High School and Judson College. She was Baptist. Survivors include two sons, George Vise Jr. and Gene Vise, both of Sulphur; two daughters, Donna Vise Addison of Lake Charles and Elise Vise Veal of Sulphur; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Vise Sr., and two grandchildren, John Veal and Jon Addison. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 18, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Dan Flowers will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery. Evelyn W. White — 7/18/2002 PITKIN — Evelyn Willis White, 69, died at 5:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in her residence. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19, in Gravel Hill Baptist Church of Cravens. Burial will be in Gravel Hill Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of DeRidder. Joseph P. Boutte — 7/19/2002 Joseph P. Boutte, 61, died at 9:20 a.m. Thursday, July 18, 2002, in a local hospital. He was born in Cankton, and he lived most of his life in Jennings and Houston. He moved to Lake Charles five years ago. He was a self-employed barber for many years. Survivors include three sisters, Sylvia Jane Harrison of Houston, Bertha Perkins of Jennings and Ann Mouton of Newhall, Calif.; and four brothers, R.D. Boutte and Earl Boutte, both of Lake Charles, Berchman Boutte of Jennings and Michael Boutte of Simi, Calif. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 20, in Fondel Memorial Chapel of Jennings. The Rev. Franklin E. Fondel Sr. will officiate. Burial will be in Parkview Cemetery in Jennings. Visitation is from 11 a.m. Saturday. Mrs. Jeannette M. Bruno — 7/19/2002 Mrs. Jeannette Mae Bruno, 75, died Thursday, July 18, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Edgerly and had lived in Lake Charles most of her life. She was a member of Christus-St. Patrick Auxiliary, Les Bon Amie Travel Club and VIC. She was a member of Catholic Daughters of America and Sulphur Altar Society. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Cathedral and Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, John Bruno of Moss Bluff; two sons, Freddy Bruno of Moss Bluff and Terry Bruno of Lake Charles; one daughter, Sandra Bruno, M.D., of Moss Bluff; one brother, Wilfred Toups Jr. of Bridge City, Texas; one sister, Beatrice LeBlanc of Donaldsonville; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Brenda Bruno. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 20, from Immaculate Conception Cathedral. Monsignor Harry Greig will officiate. Burial will be in Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today, with a rosary at 6 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Saturday. Elaine B. Croker — 7/19/2002 LAKE ARTHUR — Elaine Ann Boudreaux Croker, 53, died at 2:09 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, near Jennings. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, in Matthews and Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Anthony Cemetery. Percy Dobbins Sr. — 7/19/2002 Percy Dobbins Sr., 78, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Bunkie, and he had lived in Lake Charles for 45 years. He was a member of New Jerusalem Baptist Church, where he was president of the usher board and a member of City Wide Ushers. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Carrie Dobbins of Lake Charles; one son, Percy Dobbins Jr.; three daughters, Pamela A. Richard, Carolyn Lynn Senegar and Linda Gail Cole, all of Lake Charles; two sisters, Dorothy Duran of Bunkie and Roberta Taylor of Mansura; one brother, Vernon Dobbins Sr. of Mansura; one sister-in-law, Freddie Lee Williams; and six grandchildren. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. today, July 19, in Messiah Baptist Church. The Rev. Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 11 a.m. in the church. Richard L. Firmature Sr. — 7/19/2002 Richard Lee Firmature Sr., 70, died at 9:50 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a graduate of LaGrange Senior High School and McNeese State University. While attending McNeese, he served as an ROTC trainer. He was an Army veteran, and he served as a training officer. He was a Full Gospel minister ordained by the Rev. Jimmy Swaggart. He was a member of Vineyard Christian Church. Survivors include his wife, Betty Steen Firmature of Lake Charles; two sons, Richard Lee Firmature Jr. and Roger Firmature, both of Lake Charles; three daughters, Mary Lynn Soileau of Moss Bluff, Karen Ann Ortego of Lake Charles and Jena Marcia Firmature of Austin, Texas; one stepson, Edward Neil Romero of Hartford, Conn; three stepdaughters, Rosie Lee Hawkins of Katy, Texas, and Linda Romero and Jeanette Shotwell, both of Lake Charles; one brother, Jack Firmature of Lake Charles; and 15 grandchildren. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Revs. Jeff Huddleston and Kelly Vigo will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. Saturday. Joseph R. Guillory — 7/19/2002 Joseph R. “Joe” Guillory, 66, died Saturday, July 13, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a retired electrician. He was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Lula M. Guillory of Lake Charles; two sons, Perry James Guillory and Gary Lucius Guillory, both of Houston; two daughters, Ella Jane Washington of Houston and Sandra Marie Thibodeaux of Lake Charles; two sisters, Betty “Tankie” Andrus of Houston and Elzina “Tee” Bushnell of Lake Charles; three brothers, Wilfred “Bob” Chavis, Arthur “Shango” Chavis and Rodgas “Duggie” Chavis, all of Houston; and 10 grandchildren. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 20, from St. Henry Catholic Church. The Rev. Tim Goodly will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home, with a rosary at 11 a.m. Mrs. Ouida N. Hickman — 7/19/2002 Mrs. Ouida N. Hickman, 79, died Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in her residence. She was born in Alexandria and lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She was a graduate of Lake Charles High School. Mrs. Hickman was married to the late John Ashton Hickman of Lake Charles. She died at home with all her children at her bedside. Survivors include three daughters, Jeanine Reid of Lafayette, Mary Swanson of Irvine, Calif., and Beth Hickman of Los Angeles; three sons, Mike Hickman of Galveston, Texas, John Hickman of Houston and Mark Hickman of Morganton, N.C.; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 3 p.m. today, July 19, from Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. The Rev. John Giles will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Visitation is 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. in the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Southwest Louisiana, the family said. Gwendolin J. Johnson — 7/19/2002 Gwendolin J. Johnson, 65, died at 10:20 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Basile and had lived in Lake Charles for 16 years. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, Curly P. Johnson of Lake Charles; one son, Frank Hollyman of Arcadia, Calif., and his sons, Nick and David Hollyman; one daughter, Judy Gray of Eureka, Calif.; four stepchildren, Carl Johnson, Larry Johnson, Denise Sonnier and Donna Elliott; one brother, Atlas Johnson; three sisters, Bernita Tramonte, Sue Clair and Ethel Molitor; 15 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 20, from Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. The Rev. John Giles will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today — with a Scripture service at 6 p.m. and a rosary at 6:30 p.m. — and from 8 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Lita Mouhot Knotts — 7/19/2002 Lita Mouhot Knotts, 41, died Saturday, July 13, 2002, in Jacksonville, Fla. She was a native of Lake Charles. She lived in Tampa, Fla., before she moved to Jacksonville in 1980. She was an active member of North Jax. Baptist Church, where she faithfully served in the music ministry as a soloist and as a flute and piccolo player. She was the chief operating officer of the Jacksonville Cardiovascular Clinic. Survivors include her husband, Ron Knotts; two sons, Ben Sweep and Jacob Sweep; three stepdaughters, Dawn Eilers, Heather Knotts and Kimberly Knotts; one stepson, Kyle Sweep; her mother, Mrs. Jo Mouhot; one sister, Sherilyn Byers; three brothers, Ed Mouhot, Ray Mouhot and Lon Mouhot; her mother-in-law, Mrs. Mae DeMatteo; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Herbert Mouhot of Lake Charles. Her funeral was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, in North Jax Baptist Church in Jacksonville. Herb Reavis Jr. officiated. Arrangements were by Peeples Family Funeral Home of Jacksonville. Local services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Hugh Wallis will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Saturday. Elais McClain — 7/19/2002 Elais “Duke” McClain, 80, died Saturday, July 13, 2002, in his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a member of Golden Chain Lodge 103. Survivors include three sons, Emitchell Miller, Ricky Miller and Butch Gauthier, all of Lake Charles, and five grandchildren. His funeral will be at 7 p.m. today, July 19, in Fondel Memorial Chapel. The Rev. Franklin E. Fondel will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Dismissal will be at 10 a.m. Saturday. Visitation is 5 p.m. today in funeral home, with a Masonic service at 6 p.m. Helen C. Moore — 7/19/2002 Helen C. Moore, 71, died Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in a local hospital. She was born in Beggs, and she had lived in Lake Charles for 60 years. She taught at Greenwich, Cherry Street, Washington and Brentwood elementary schools, and she retired from the Calcasieu Parish School Board after 30 years. She was a member of Starlight Baptist Church and the mission auxiliary. Survivors include two daughters, Pamela Moore Bazile of Houston and Rosalyn Moore Boyd of Baton Rouge; one stepson, Robert C. Combre of Houston; two sons-in-law, Dwight Bazile of Houston and Mark Boyd of Baton Rouge; one sister, Grady Mae Edwards of Baton Rouge; one brother, Chester Valyan of Lake Charles; one close friend, Edith Johnson of Lake Charles; and three grandsons. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, in Starlight Baptist Church. The Rev. Julian K. Woods will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Saturday in the church. Leonard Stewart — 7/19/2002 Leonard “Dale” Stewart, 50, died Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in his residence. He was a native of DeQuincy, and he had lived in Lake Charles for 20 years. He was former employee of Boise in DeQuincy, and he was a former New Orleans prison security guard. He was an Army veteran. Survivors include his mother, Mary Louise Hydle Hardey of Lake Charles; two daughters, Lucinda Stewart and Tabitha Stewart; three brothers, Samuel Ray Stewart of Tulsa, Okla., Clyde Eugene Stewart of Lake Charles and Alton Wayne Hardey of Baton Rouge; three sisters, Barbara Ann LaGrange of Lake Charles, Linda Jean Iding of Pewaukee, Wis., and Frances Marie Tracy of Roanoke. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 19, in Snider Funeral Home of DeQuincy. Burial will be in Perkins Cemetery. Visitation is ongoing. Florence M. Tillman — 7/19/2002 VINTON — Florence Marie Tillman, 49, died Sunday, July 14, 2002, in her residence. She was a native of Beaumont, Texas, and had lived in Vinton for 21 years. She worked as a licensed practical nurse for Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Saint James Baptist Church, where she was a former member of the senior choir. Survivors include her husband, Lawrence Tillman of Vinton; two sons, Reginald Lovett of Glenville, Ga., and Rodney M. Tillman of Dallas; three daughters, Kenya E. Janice and Lawtrice D. Tillman of Lake Charles and Cassaundra Richardson of Hinesville; one brother, Henry Armstead of Beaumont; three sisters, Fayetta Hoard of Beaumont, Annie P. Washington of Inglewood, Calif., and Mary Santos of San Diego; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Val (Juanita) Price of Beaumont; and eight grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, in Saint James Baptist Church. The Rev. Willie Tillman Jr. will officiate. Burial will be in Edgerly Cemetery under the direction of James Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Saturday in the church. Leo Topps — 7/19/2002 Leo “Tipps” Topps, 79, died at 9:56 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a longtime resident of Lake Charles. He served in the Army in World War II. He retired from Lake Charles Stevedores. He was a former member of American Legion Post 551. He was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church. Survivors include eight daughters, Bobbie Topps of Freemort, N.Y., Carol Dejean of Houston and Margaret Topps Cormier, Beverly Holloway, Geneva Claron, Minister Irma Muse, Tanieka Topps and Nepheteria Topps, all of Lake Charles; two sons, Leo Powell of Amite and Donald Topps of New Orleans; 29 grandchildren; and 32 great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2002, in Messiah Missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. Al Stevens will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today in the funeral home. Dave Valyon Sr. — 7/19/2002 Dave Valyon Sr., 69, died Sunday, July 15, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Garland and had lived in Lake Charles most of his life. He was retired from the city of Lake Charles and worked for the sanitation department for more than 20 years. He started a program called Caring and Sharing through the city of Lake Charles. He was a member of the Hospitality Committee. He was a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church and the Deacon Board. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Irez Valyon of Lake Charles; three daughters, Laurie Valyon, Cynthia Rougeau and Pamela Valyon-Woods, all of Lake Charles; one son, Dave Valyon Jr. of Houston; one sister, Ruby Phillips of Lafayette; two brothers, Albert Valyon and Joseph Valyon Jr., both of Lake Charles; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, 2002, in Mount Calvary Baptist Church. The Rev. E.L. Garner will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is from 10 a.m. Saturday in the church. John Welch — 7/19/2002 ANACOCO — John “Dud” Welch, 76, died Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in his residence. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 21, in Labby Memorial Funeral Home of Leesville. Burial will be in Good Hope Cemetery in Anacoco. Celeste M. Belaire — 7/20/2002 Celeste M. Belaire, 74, died at 9 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2002, in her residence. She was a native of Lake Charles. She lived in Lafayette for 44 years, and returned to Lake Charles six years ago. She was a graduate of St. Charles Academy High School. She owned and operated R.J.’s Reproduction Co. in Lafayette for 37 years. She was a member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Jackie Belaire of Lake Charles; one daughter and son-in-law, Karen Belaire and Guy Doll of Lafayette; two brothers, Robert Bouquet of Waxahachie, Texas, and George Bouquet of Lake Charles; five sisters, Roberta Joslin, Ilene “Pinky” Chaumont, Beth Arendt and Ida Mae Jones, all of Lake Charles, and Martha “Plukey” Todd of Bell City; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. today, July 20, in Johnson Funeral Home. Monsignor Jace Eskind will officiate. Burial will be in DeRouen-Lorraine Cemetery in Hayes. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Gwendolin J. Johnson — 7/20/2002 Gwendolin J. Johnson, 65, died at 10:20 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Basile and had lived in Lake Charles for 16 years. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, Curly P. Johnson of Lake Charles; one son, Frank Hollyman of Arcadia, Calif., and his sons, Nick and David Hollyman; one daughter, Judy Gray of Eureka, Calif.; four stepchildren, Carl Johnson, Larry Johnson, Denise Sonnier and Donna Elliott; one brother, Atlas Johnson; three sisters, Bernita Tramonte, Sue Clair and Ethel Molitor; 15 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. today, July 20, from Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. The Rev. John Giles will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. in the funeral home. A rosary was recited Friday evening. Prentice C. Lyles Jr. — 7/20/2002 DEQUINCY — Prentice C. Lyles Jr., 52, died Friday, July 19, 2002, in DeQuincy. He was a lifelong resident of DeQuincy. He graduated from Ragley High School in 1967. He was a veteran of the Marines. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Mrs. Betty Groves and W.F. Groves of Merryville; his wife, Lanell Lyles of DeQuincy; one daughter, Bethany Lyles of DeQuincy; two stepdaughters, Jonna Ashworth and Jacqueline Van Winkle, both of DeQuincy; and three stepgrandchildren. His funeral will be at 4 p.m. today, July 20, in Snider Funeral Home. The Revs. T.D. Cardwell and Wayne Cardwell will officiate. Burial will be in Alston Cemetery. Visitation is from 8 a.m. William L. McPherson — 7/20/2002 MERRYVILLE — William L. McPherson, 78, died Friday, July 19, 2002, in DeQuincy. He was a native of Glenmora and a lifelong resident of Merryville. He was retired from the Air Force and served in World War II. Survivors include three sisters, Juanita Lucas of Singer, Pearl Dougharty of Newton, Texas, and Dorothy Lum of Brazoria, Texas. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Sunday, July 21, in Myers-Colonial Funeral Home. The Rev. J.B. Kimball will officiate. Burial will be in Merryville Cemetery. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today. Hubert Miller — 7/20/2002 GRAND CHENIER — Hubert Miller, 77, died Thursday, July 18, 2002, in Grand Chenier. He was a lifelong resident of Grand Chenier. He was a member of VFW Post 10019, American Legion Post 364 and Disabled American Veterans. He was a member of St. Eugene Catholic Church. Survivors include one brother, Rodolph Miller of Palmetto, Calif.; and two sisters, Veda Bult of Lake Charles and Bernice Clark of Grand Chenier. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Sunday, July 21, from St. Eugene Catholic Church. The Rev. Vincent Vadakedath will officiate. Burial will be in the St. Eugene Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Creole. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Sunday. Billy C. Pentecost — 7/20/2002 JENNINGS — Billy C. Pentecost, 44, died at 12:40 p.m., Thursday, July 18, 2002, in Jennings American Legion Hospital. He was a native of Kingsville, Texas, and he moved from Lafayette to Jennings 39 years ago. He was a graduate of Jennings High School, and he attended Louisiana Technical College/Sowela Campus in Lake Charles. He was a lease operator A in the oil industry. He was a member of Cutting Avenue Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife, Martha Hayes Pentecost of Jennings; two daughters, Penelope Pentecost and Annie Hope Pentecost, both of Jennings; two sons, Dustin Charles Pentecost and Kelly Thomas Pentecost, both of Jennings; his parents, Antoine and Gene Valdetero of Jennings; one sister, Linda Henderson of Oklahoma City; and three brothers, Danny Valdetero of Monroe, N.C., Stephen Valdetero of Jennings and John Paul Valdetero of Van Nuys, Calif. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 22, in Cutting Avenue Church of Christ. Paul Estes will officiate. A graveside service will be at 3 p.m. in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery in Colfax. Arrangements are by Miguez Funeral Home of Jennings. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today and 1-9 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Dustin Charles Pentecost, Kelly Thomas Pentecost, John Paul Valdetero, Danny Valdetero, Stephen Valdetero and Mark Henderson. Donald R. Petticrew — 7/20/2002 IOWA, La. — Donald Ray Petticrew, 91, died Friday, July 19, 2002, in his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Iowa. He was a retired cattleman and rice farmer. He was a lifelong member of Iowa United Methodist Church, where he received recognition for 75 years of service in the choir. Survivors include his wife, Mary Adele Petticrew of Iowa, La.; one son, Wayne Petticrew of Iowa, La.; four grandchildren, Carol Comeaux of Maplewood, Charlotte Antonetz of Lake Charles, Jared Petticrew of Niceville, Fla., and Fred Petticrew of Iowa., La.; and nine great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 22, in Hixson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Pinehill Cemetery. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Sunday and from 11 a.m. Monday. Viola Lee Sanders — 7/20/2002 Viola Lee Sanders, 85, of Moss Bluff, died at 3:35 a.m. Friday, July 19, 2002, in a local care center. Mrs. Sanders was a native of Anacoco, La. She lived in the Lake Charles and Moss Bluff area for 57 years. She worked as a cashier for George Theriot’s Grocery on Board Street for 15 years. She was a member of Moss Bluff Pentecostal Church. She is survived by three sons, Carl Sanders of Jenkins, Mo., Jack Sanders of Phelan, Calif. and Jerry Sanders of Claremore, Okla.; one daughter, Wanda Moody of Moss Bluff; 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; three brothers, Homer Moore of Anacoco, Burnis Moore of Marshall, Ark., and the Rev. Wayne Moore of Haughton; four sisters, Ada Paris and Florice Fontenot of Moss Bluff, Geneva Corbello of Iowa, La., and Betty Gary of Lake Charles. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 22, in Johnson Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in Crystal Spring Cemetery in Anacoco. The Revs. Tim Mahoney and William Scott Moody will officiate. Visitation is 3-10 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. Monday. Dave Valyon Sr. — 7/20/2002 Dave Valyon Sr., 69, died Sunday, July 15, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Garland and had lived in Lake Charles most of his life. He was retired from the city of Lake Charles. He started and spearheaded a program called Caring and Sharing through the City of Lake Charles Sanitation Department for over 20 years. He was a member of the Hospitality Committee. He was a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church and the Deacon Board. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Inez Valyon of Lake Charles; three daughters, Laurie Valyon, Cynthia Rougeau and Pamela Valyon-Woods, all of Lake Charles; one son, Dave Valyon Jr. of Houston; one sister, Ruby Phillips of Lafayette; two brothers, Albert Valyon and Joseph Valyon Jr., both of Lake Charles; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 20, in Mount Calvary Baptist Church. The Rev. E.L. Garner will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is from 10 a.m. in the church. Mrs. Elise M. Vise — 7/20/2002 SULPHUR — Mrs. Elise McCrary Vise, 91, died Monday, July 15, 2002, in the local hospital. She was a native of Augustine, Ala., and she had lived in Sulphur since 1955. She was an alumna of Perry County High School and Judson College. She was Baptist. Survivors include two sons, George Vise Jr. and Gene Vise, both of Sulphur; two daughters, Donna Vise Addison of Lake Charles and Elise Vise Veal of Sulphur; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Vise Sr., and two grandchildren, John Veal and Jon Addison. John Welch — 7/20/2002 John Welch, 76, died Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in Anacoco. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 21, in Good Hope Baptist Church. Burial will be in Good Hope Cemetery under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral Home of Leesville. Robert D. Boutwell — 7/21/2002 Robert David Boutwell, 56, died at 12:25 a.m. Saturday, July 20, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Welsh and was a resident of Iowa, La. He was an oilfield pipe line inspector. He was Catholic. Survivors include one son, Christopher Boutwell of Sulphur; one daughter, Kimberly Breaux of Moss Bluff; and two sisters, Kathy Saltzman of Gueydan and Mary Loraine Polreisc of Missouri. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, in Hixson Funeral Home. Monsignor Charles Dubois will officiate. Cremation will follow services. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. Tuesday. Orvy J. Chiasson — 7/21/2002 VINTON — Orvy J. Chiasson, 86, died at 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 19, 2002, in Sulphur. He was a native of Ged and a resident of Vinton. He retired from the construction industry. Survivors include one son, Billy Don Chiasson of Houston; one daughter, Mrs. Bonnie Sue Gibson of Hackberry; three stepsons, Harold E. Yates Jr. of Vinton, Gary R. Yates of Ponca City, Okla., and Billy Yates of Danesville, Calif.; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Jean McCloud of Vinton; one sister, Mrs. Mabel Chapman of Vinton; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-grandson. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 22, in Hixson Funeral Home of Westlake. The Rev. Ronnie Estes will officiate. Burial will be in Westlake Memorial Park. Visitation is 2:30-9 p.m. today, July 21, and from 8 a.m. Monday. Hershell L. Crawford — 7/21/2002 Hershell Lamar Crawford, 70, of Moss Bluff, died at 6:10 p.m. Friday, July 19, 2002, in a local hospital. Mr. Crawford was a native of Monroe, La. He graduated from Ouachita High school in 1951. He moved to Lake Charles in 1955. He worked for Davidson Louisiana for 19 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Moss Bluff. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 462 and was a member of the Eastern Star 242. Survivors include his wife, Louise Pate Crawford of Moss Bluff; one son, Jerry Crawford of Rayne; one daughter, JoAnne Grimes of Moss Bluff and one son-in-law, Greg Grimes of Moss Bluff; two grandsons, Matthew and Austin Grimes of Moss Bluff; and one brother, Charles Hartwell Crawford of Shreveport. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 22, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Shawn Thomas will officiate. Burial will be in Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery in Dry Creek. Visitation is noon-10 p.m. today, July 21, and from 8 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. A Masonic Rite will be after the funeral home service. Mrs. Noaline Derise — 7/21/2002 Mrs. Noaline Derise, 98, died at 11:33 p.m. Friday, July 19, 2002, in a local care facility. She was a native of Rayne and lived in Lake Charles for the past 54 years. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, Catholic Daughters and the Ladies Altar Society. Survivors include two sons, Whitney Derise of Lake Charles and Roy Derise of Moss Bluff; three sisters, Willa Mae Roberts and Joyce Landry, both of Lake Charles, and Nina Philmon of Carlyss; two brothers, Willie McBride of Lake Charles and Anderson McBride of Houston; 13 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 21 great-great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday, July 22, from Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. The Rev. John Giles will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today, July 21, with a rosary at 6 p.m., and 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. Mary G. Deville — 7/21/2002 EUNICE — Funeral services for Mary Gene Deville, 63, were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 20, 2002, in Quirk & Son Funeral Home. Burial was in Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Basile. Lucy B. Gabbert — 7/21/2002 Mrs. Lucy Berard Gabbert, 92, died at 2:40 p.m. Friday, July 19, 2002, in her residence. She was a native of Loreauville, La., and a graduate of Loreauville High School and the New Orleans School of Cosmetology. She has lived in Lake Charles since 1934. Mrs. Gabbert owned and operated a Beauty and Cosmetology Salon for 27 years. She was President of the Louisiana Cosmetology Association, local chapter, in 1956 and served many years in the association at several positions. She was a member of the Enterprise Club serving as corresponding secretary in 1978. She was a member of the Quota Club and served as a delegate in the International Convention in Vancouver, British Columbia. Mrs. Gabbert was a member of the American Business Women’s Association, the LeFemme D’Affaire Chapter. She served as a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Calcasieu Chapter. She was a member of the St. Patrick Hospital Auxiliary, serving as president and coordinator with the Departmental Directors and Board of Counselors pertaining to communicating with everyone in the hospital. Mrs. Gabbert was a member of the Louisiana Hospital Association. Mrs. Gabbert was a longtime member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, the Ladies Altar Society, serving as president from 1974-1975, the Catholic Daughters of America Court 1785, elected daughter of the month many years and daughter of the year in 1983. Our Lady Queen of Heaven awarded her the Dedicated and Unique service plaque in 1983. Mrs. Gabbert served as co-chairman of the Catholic Panel of National Council of Christians and Jews. Mrs. Gabbert served on the board of the Gateway Foundation and also was a member of the Elderberries organization of Our Lady Queen of Heaven. She also attended the 39th International Eucharistic Congress in Bogota, Columbia, South America Pontifical Mass by Pope Paul IV in 1968 and had an audience with him in 1970. She has served as a Eucharistic minister for many years at the church. In 1988, Mrs. Gabbert visited Medergorje, Yugoslavia, and also had an audience with Pope John Paul II in Rome at the Vatican. Her husband, Clarence Wilbur “C.A.” Gabbert, precedes Mrs. Gabbert in death. Survivors include two sons, Wayne B. Gabbert of Moss Bluff and Jerry A. Gabbert of Lake Charles; one daughter, Gwenn Gabbert Odom of Beaumont, Texas; eight grandchildren, Jerry Allison Gabbert Jr., Mike Gabbert, Kathryn Pruitt, Monica Guidry, Kristy Ramirez, Billy Wayne Gabbert, Allison Pringle and Dr. Scott Odom; 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; three brothers, Albert Berard of Beaumont, Texas, Lloyd Berard of Loreauville and Charles F. Berard Jr. of New Iberia; three sisters, Felice Vuillemot of Houston, Nita Childress of Beaumont and Regina DeQuir of Port Arthur, Texas. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday, July 22, from Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Monsignors Ronald Groth and Irving DeBlanc will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will be 4-9 p.m. today, July 21, with a rosary/scripture service at 7 p.m.; and 9-10:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Billy Wayne Gabbert, Jerry Gabbert Jr., Mike Gabbert, Dr. Scott Odom, Ernest Ramirez and Keith Guidry. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles F. Berard Jr., Lloyd Berard, Albert Berard and Archie Hickman Jr. Rev. Wilfred Lambert — 7/21/2002 The Rev. Wilfred “Zob” Lambert died Thursday, July 18, 2002, in a Lafayette hospital He was a native of Lake Charles. He was a preacher for 46 years. He was the first African American elected to the Iberia Parish School Board. He was a graduate of W.O. Boston High School. He was a member of R.U. Clark Lodge 194, Free and Accepted Masons Prince Hall Affiliate. He was the former presiding elder of the Crowley and New Orleans District. He was the conference secretary, historian and pension clerk for South Louisiana Conference of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Survivors include one son, Donald Jackson of Lake Charles; two sisters, Stella Jordan of Lake Charles and Letha Profit of New Orleans; two grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dupre and Alice Kelly Lambert; and two brothers, Leroy and Ernest Lambert. His funeral will be at 7 p.m. today, July 21, in Reeves Temple Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Burial will be at 9 p.m. Monday in Hamilton Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Kinchen Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today in the church and from 8 a.m. Monday. Verna M. Landry — 7/21/2002 IOWA — Verna Mae Landry, 63, died Friday, July 19, 2002, in her residence. She was a longtime resident of Iowa. She was Catholic and a member of St. Raphael Catholic Church. She was a member of the Altar Society, Catholic Daughters, Knights of Columbus and was a Eucharistic minister. She was a retired school bus aide for the Calcasieu Parish School Board. Survivors include her husband, Paul L. Landry of Iowa; four sons, John Dale Hebert of Iowa, Greg Hebert of Bell City, Wayne Hebert of Grand Lake and Brian Hebert of Lake Charles; two stepsons, James Landry and Paul W. Landry, both of Louisiana; two stepdaughters, Karen Landry and Nancy Landry, both of Louisiana; two brothers, William LaBouve of Jennings and Jimmy LaBouve of Lake Charles; one sister, Lorice Moore of Hampton, N.J.; 14 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Her services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, July 22, from St. Raphael Catholic Church. The Rev. Bill Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Lacassine Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Welsh. Visitation will be 1-10 p.m. today in the funeral home, with a rosary at 6:30 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Monday. Hubert Miller — 7/21/2002 GRAND CHENIER — Hubert Miller, 77, died Thursday, July 18, 2002, in Grand Chenier. He was a lifelong resident of Grand Chenier. He was a member of VFW Post 10019, American Legion Post 364 and Disabled American Veterans. He was a member of St. Eugene Catholic Church. Survivors include one brother, Rudolph Miller of Palmetto, Ga., and two sisters, Veda Bult of Lake Charles and Bernice Clark of Grand Chenier. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 21, from St. Eugene Catholic Church. The Rev. Vincent Vadakedath will officiate. Burial will be in the St. Eugene Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Creole. Visitation is from 8 a.m. A rosary was recited Saturday. Edward O’Connor — 7/21/2002 DEQUINCY — Edward O’Conner, 69, died Friday, July 19, 2002, in a local care center. His services will be at 3 p.m. today, July 21, in Snider Funeral Home. Burial will be in Barrantine Cemetery in Longville. Willie Castille — 7/22/2002 Willie Castille, 84, of Lake Charles, died at noon Saturday, July 20, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Church Point. He had been a resident of Lake Charles since 1948. He retired in operations at Citcon after 28 years of service. He was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Survivors include his wife, Ophelia B. Castille of Lake Charles; four daughters, Emelie Breaux and Edna Miller, both of Lake Charles, Shirley Dunn of Carlyss and Bethany Diamond of Sulphur; one son, Bill Castille of Lake Charles; one sister, Venola Hollier of Duson; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. His son Ernest Castille of Lake Charles preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, from St. Margaret Catholic Church. The Rev. Aubrey Guilbeau will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will be noon-10 p.m., with a rosary at 6 p.m., today and from 8-9:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Louise E. Coody — 7/22/2002 MERRYVILLE — Louise Elizabeth Coody, 86, died Saturday, July 20, 2002, in a DeRidder hospital. Her services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, in Hixson Funeral Home of DeRidder. Burial will be in Cannon Cemetery in Merry-ville. Martha N. Dixon — 7/22/2002 SULPHUR — Funeral services for Martha Nakedhead Dixon, 71, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in Robison Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Ellis LeBouef will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Cemetery under the direction of Robison Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Tuesday. Mrs. Dixon died at 5:45 a.m. Sunday, July 21, in a local hospital due to a stroke. A native of Shawnee, Okla., she was a longtime resident of Sulphur. She was employed by Gibson’s-Sel-Mart for nine years, working in the sporting goods department. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Sulphur. Survivors include her husband, P.D. “Buck” Dixon of Sulphur; four sons, Perry Dixon Jr., George Dixon and Samuel Dixon, all of Sulphur, and Robert E. Emerson of San Angelo, Texas; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Arvie A. Keel — 7/22/2002 Mildred F. Keel — 7/22/2002 DERIDDER — Funeral services for Mr. and Mrs. Arvie and Mildred Foshee Keel will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in Labby Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Truman Keel will officiate. Burial will be in Foshee Cemetery in Merry-ville. Mildred Keel, 87, died Thursday, July 18, in her residence. She was a native of Merryville and a homemaker. Arvie Keel, 91, died Saturday, July 20, in his residence. He was a native of Merryville and retired as a truck driver for International Paper Co. after 31 years of service. Survivors include their son and daughter-in-law, Arvie Shelton and Virginia C. Keel of Merryville; sister, Minnie Foshee of Merryville; sister-in-law, Marie Keel of DeRidder; seven grandchildren, Dianne Cotton, Arvie Steve Keel, Shelton Keith Keel, Donna Brown, Brigitta Kelly, Tonya Matthews and Scott Bohannon; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation is 3-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Margaret B. LeBlanc — 7/22/2002 SULPHUR — Funeral services for Margaret Brandon LeBlanc, 79, will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in Robison Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. David Whitlock will officiate. Burial will follow in Big Woods Cemetery. Visitation will be in the funeral home from 4-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until time of services Tuesday. Mrs. LeBlanc passed away at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 21, in her residence. Margaret Brandon was born on Oct. 7, 1922, in Tulsa, Okla. She was the daughter of Steven and Alda Faye Brandon. She married Earnest R. LeBlanc on May 1, 1948, in Port Arthur, Texas. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband; two sons, Bill LeBlanc of Sulphur and Rocky LeBlanc of Missouri City, Texas; a brother, Bill Brandon of Tulsa, Okla.; three sisters, Pat DeRouen of Pineville and Nancy Moreau and Nora Lynn Biscamp, both of Santa Fe, Texas; four grandchildren; and one great-grandson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Childrens Home or the charity of your choice. Johnny Newman — 7/22/2002 Johnny Newman, 36, died, Sunday, July 21, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. He was born in Baton Rouge, and was a longtime resident of Cameron and Calcasieu parishes. He was a graduate of St. Louis High School and attended McNeese State University. Johnny will probably be best remembered for his lifelong love of the outdoors, especially for his expertise as a duck and goose hunter. He was a professional waterfowl-hunting guide at an early age. He was the owner-manager of Black Lake Lodge, a well-known hunting and fishing lodge just west of Hackberry, for about 12 years. He will also be remembered by his many hunting companions and guests as a top-notch cook, specializing in wild game dishes. Prior to becoming the owner-manager of Black Lake Lodge, he was employed by the Raleigh Newman Law Firm as an investigator in Lake Charles. During his relatively short life, he was also employed by Star Concrete Pumpers, where he was active in both the Lake Charles and Lafayette markets. Survivors include his daughter, Hannah S. Newman of Lake Charles; two sons, Jonathan and Brent Newman, both of Carlyss; his mother, Myrna (Mickey) Reeves Newman of Lake Charles; his father and stepmother, Raleigh and Barbara Newman of Lake Charles; two brothers, Bobby Ray Wall of Lake Charles and Wade Anthony Wall of Broussard; and one sister, Mary Ellen Montgomery of Lake Charles. His services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 23, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Revs. Johnny Hair and Ray Majors will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-10 p.m. today, with a prayer and testimonial service at 7 p.m., in the funeral home. Visitation will continue from 8 a.m. until time of services Tuesday in the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Leo Cormier, Mark Cormier, Richard Timpa, Wayne Fontenot, Jeff Henry, Cooney Campbell, Tody Roach and Johnny’s two brothers, Bobby Wall and Wade Wall. Ernest J. Young — 7/22/2002 JENNINGS — Ernest James “E.J.” Young, 63, died at 7:55 p.m., Saturday, July 20, 2002, in a Sulphur hospital. He was a native of Jennings. He was a resident of Sulphur for six years, moving there from Lake Arthur. He was a retired farmer. He was Catholic. Survivors include one daughter, Darlene Schroeder of St. Louis; two sons, Chris Young and Henry Young, both of Sulphur; three sisters, Helen Johnson of Lake Charles, Joyce Istre of Jennings and Mary Jane Skinner of LaVergne, Tenn.; two brothers, Ronnie P. Young of Cravins and Byron Jessie Young of Lake Charles; and 10 grandchildren. His services will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 23, in the Miguez Funeral Home chapel. Burial will be in the Andrus Cove Cemetery. Visitation will be 9:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. today and 8:00 a.m. until time of services on Tuesday. A Scriptural wake service and rosary will be led by Deacon Michael Tramel at 7 p.m. today. Shane P. Alexander — 7/23/2002 Shane Preston Alexander, 18, died Sunday, July 21, 2002, in his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was Baptist. Survivors include his parents, Charles Randall Alexander and Belinda Dodge Alexander of Lake Charles; four brothers, Justin, Wesley, Javon and Jalen Alexander, all of Lake Charles; three sisters, Traci, Lindsay and Sophie Alexander, all of Lake Charles; maternal grandparents, Richard and Marlene Dodge of Sulphur; paternal grandparents, Fred and Janece Alexander; and paternal great-grandfather, Wesley Tatum of Lebanon, Tenn. He was preceded in death by his brothers Matthew and Timothy Alexander. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, at Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. The Rev. Tom Lambert will officiate. Visitation is 2:30-9 p.m. in the funeral home. Martha N. Dixon — 7/23/2002 SULPHUR — Funeral services for Martha Nakedhead Dixon, 71, will be at 2 p.m. today, July 23, 2002, in Robison Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Ellis LeBouef will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Cemetery under the direction of Robison Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Mrs. Dixon died at 5:45 a.m. Sunday, July 21, in a local hospital due to a stroke. A native of Shawnee, Okla., she was a longtime resident of Sulphur. She was employed by Gibson’s-Sel-Mart for nine years, working in the sporting goods department. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Sulphur. Survivors include her husband, P.D. “Buck” Dixon of Sulphur; four sons, Perry Dixon Jr., George Dixon and Samuel Dixon, all of Sulphur, and Robert E. Emerson of San Angelo, Texas; one brother, Sammy Nakedhead of San Antonio; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Mrs. Thomas Doucet — 7/23/2002 KINDER — Mrs. Thomas Doucet, 96, died at 4:50 p.m. Sunday, July 21, 2002, in Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. She worked as a homemaker and attended St. Thomas Moore Catholic Church in Eunice. Survivors include one daughter, Isabel Doucet Duhon of Kinder; 17 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Doucet; one son, Joe Doucet; and one daughter, Joyce Thibodeaux. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, in Rush Funeral Home. The Rev. Carlos Garcia will officiate. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery in Eunice. Friends may call from 8 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Mrs. Owena J. Huren — 7/23/2002 Mrs. Owena Althea Joseph Huren, 79, died Saturday, July 20, 2002, in her residence. She was born in Darrow and had lived in Lake Charles, where she resided until her death. Survivors include three daughters, Ollie Mae Jackson, Maxine Huren and Vernessa Huren, all of Lake Charles; one son, Owen Huren II of Lake Charles; 18 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Her services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, in the Messiah Missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. Robert L. Owens will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park under the direction of Fondel Memorial Chapel. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Wednesday in the church. Mrs. Aubrey Mayon Sr. — 7/23/2002 SULPHUR — Mrs. Aubrey (Patricia Ann O’Quinn) Mayon Sr., 61, died at 4:37 a.m. Monday, July 22, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. She was born on Nov. 7, 1940, in Choupique. She was the daughter of Elton and Stella O’Quinn. She married Aubrey Mayon on Nov. 6, 1955, in Morgan City. They lived in Sulphur for most of their lives. She attended Trinity Assembly of God Church of DeQuincy. Survivors include her husband; one son, Aubrey “Tiger” Mayon Jr. of Sulphur; three daughters, Frances Beard of Hackberry, Regina Vincent of DeQuincy and Alysia Jean of Dry Creek; two brothers, Michael O’Quinn of Jennings and Elton “Joe” O’Quinn of Sulphur; one sister, Kathy Williams of Lake Charles; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, in Robison Funeral Home. The Rev. Kenneth Hooper will officiate. Burial will be in Farquhar Cemetery. Visitation is 1-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Wednesday. Johnny Newman — 7/23/2002 Johnny Newman, 36, died, Sunday, July 21, 2002 in a Lake Charles hospital. Johnny was born in Baton Rouge and was a longtime resident of Cameron and Calcasieu parishes. He was a graduate of St. Louis High School and attended McNeese State University. Johnny will probably be best remembered for his lifelong love of the outdoors, especially for his expertise as a duck and goose hunter. He was a professional waterfowl hunting guide at an early age. He was the owner-manager of Black Lake Lodge, a well-known hunting and fishing lodge just west of Hackberry, for about 12 years. He will also be remembered by his many hunting companions and guests as a top-notch cook, specializing in wild-game dishes. Prior to becoming the owner-manager of Black Lake Lodge, he was employed by the Raleigh Newman Law Firm as an investigator in Lake Charles. During his relatively short life, he was also employed by Star Concrete Pumpers, where he was active in both the Lake Charles and Lafayette markets. Survivors include his daughter, Hannah S. Newman of Lake Charles; two sons, Jonathan and Brent Newman, both of Carlyss; his mother, Myrna “Mickey” Reeves Newman of Lake Charles; his father and stepmother, Raleigh and Barbara Newman of Lake Charles; two brothers, Bobby Ray Wall of Lake Charles and Wade Anthony Wall of Broussard; one sister, Mary Ellen Montgomery of Lake Charles; and paternal grandmother, Eva Faulk of Lake Charles. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Johnny Hair and Ray Majors will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Leo Cormier, Mark Cormier, Richard Timpa, Wayne Fontenot, Jeff Henry, Cooney Campbell, Tody Roach and Johnny’s two brothers, Bobby Wall and Wade Wall. Lovenia Smith — 7/23/2002 WESTLAKE — Lovenia Smith, 95, died Sunday, July 21, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Eagan and lived in Westlake. She was a member of Bellview Baptist Church. Survivors include three grandchildren, Ray L. Doucette Jr. of Westlake, Libby Quibodeaux of Sulphur and Randy Doucette of Lake Charles; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 23, in Hixson Funeral Home in Westlake. The Rev. Jason Johnson will officiate. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation is from 8 a.m. Verda Lee Busby — 7/24/2002 Mrs. Verda Lee Busby, 87, died at 1:43 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Topsy and a longtime resident of the Moss Bluff area. She was a member of Moss Bluff United Pentecostal Church. Survivors include her husband, Ernest N. Busby of Moss Bluff; one daughter, Mildred Henry of Moss Bluff; two sons, Bennie R. Busby of Moss Bluff and Ralph R. Busby of Nacogdoches, Texas; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 25, in Moss Bluff United Pente-costal Church. The Rev. Tim Mahoney will officiate. Bur-ial will be in Lyles Cemetery in Topsy under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today in the funeral home and from 9 a.m. Thursday in the church. Joseph C. Cormier Sr. — 7/24/2002 Joseph C. Cormier Sr., 61, of Sulphur, died at 3:45 p.m. Monday, July 22, 2002, in Sulphur. Mr. Cormier was born in Fenton. He lived most of his life in Lake Charles and moved to Sulphur 15 years ago. He was valedictorian of the 1959 Marion High School graduating class. Mr. Cormier was the owner of Bon Jour Construction Co. Inc. and was a master electrician in the state of Louisiana. He served faithfully as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses for 41 years. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Mary Rhorman Cormier of Sulphur; one son, Joseph C. Cormier Jr. of Sulphur; one daughter, Tracy Cormier Cripps of San Antonio; one daughter-in-law Shelly Cormier of Sulphur; one son-in-law, John Thomas Cripps Jr. of San Antonio; two sisters, Frances Marie Cormier of Sulphur and Norma Jean Champagne of Lake Charles; two granddaughters, Andrea Renee Cormier and Salena Brooklynn Cormier, both of Sulphur; and one grandson, John Thomas Cripps III of San Antonio. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 27, in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, North Claiborne and Sweeney streets, in Sulphur. James H. Reynolds will officiate. The body was cremated. Arrangements are by Johnson Funeral Home. Edward Hudson — 7/24/2002 Edward “Mr. Big” Hudson, 43, died Saturday, July 20, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a graduate of Marion High School. He was the first black bailiff in Calcasieu Parish. He was a lieutenant with the Sheriff’s Office, and he worked there 22 years. He was a member of Krewe Chetu Jadi. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Diana Handy Hudson of Lake Charles; one son, Jarvis Hudson of Lake Charles; two brothers, George Leonard and Edward D. Brown, both of Houston; two sisters, Jeanette Brown and Algeretha Brown, both of Houston; his birth mother, Barbara Brown of Houston; and a host of nieces and nephews. His funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Karl Fuselier will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Wade P. Matte — 7/24/2002 Wade P. Matte, 41, died at 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles and a graduate of LaGrange Senior High School. He worked most of his life as an auto mechanic. Survivors are his mother and stepfather, Lucy and Ernest Bert Bourgeois of Moss Bluff; one brother, Bruce J. Matte of Lake Charles; four sisters, Cheryl Duplechin of Bundick Lake, Deborah Gray of Ragley, Christine LeJeune of Houston and Lucille Hebert of Carencro; and his maternal grandmother, Agnes Fontenot of Basile. His father, C. J. Matte, preceded him in death. A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. today, July 24, in Johnson Funeral Home. The body was cremated. Visitation is from 4 p.m. Dorothy J. Rattley — 7/24/2002 Dorothy J. Rattley, 91, died Sunday, July 21, 2002, in a local care center. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 25, in Combre Funeral Home. The body was cremated. Mildred C. Sundin — 7/24/2002 Mildred Carleton Sundin died recently. She was a graduate of Lake Charles High School, McNeese Junior College and Baylor University. Survivors include her husband, Paul Sundin; one daughter, Amy Nichols; one son, David Sundin; four grandchildren; one sister, Sandra Powledge of Katy, Texas; and one brother, Dr. Milton Carleton of Lake Charles. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 25, in Woodville (Texas) United Methodist Church. Edwin E. Barton — 7/25/2002 LEANDER — Edwin Earl Barton, 60, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in his residence. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 25, in Ardoin Funeral Home of Oakdale. Burial will be in Mount Moriah Cemetery in LaCamp. Kathryn Coleman — 7/25/2002 Kathryn Coleman, 97, died at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in a local hospital. Mrs. Coleman was a native of Maryville, Mo., and she had lived in Lake Charles for 54 years. She graduated from St. Joseph Convent in Clyde, Mo. Mrs. Coleman was a member of Immaculate Conception Cathedral and was a greeter there. She founded two organizations at the cathedral: Mary’s Callers and Visitors for Christ. She was a member of the Ladies Altar Society and Catholic Daughters Our Lady of the Lake Court. She was a charter member of VIC, or Very Important Christians, at the cathedral. She served on the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. Mrs. Coleman was named the cathedral’s 2000 Evangelizer of the Year. She was named Catholic Daughter of the Year in 1996, the group’s 75th Jubilee year. She was awarded the Companion of Honor Medal from Bishop Jude Speyrer and was a recipient of the papal award Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice. She was a Pink Lady at St. Patrick Hospital. She is survived by three daughters, Kathy Coleman of Gallup, N.M., Sue (John J.) Brooks and Ann (Dr. John R.) Romero, both of Lake Charles; eight grandchildren, Susan Brooks, Marilyn Watlington, Alison Nodier, John Brooks IV, Catherine Romero, Elizabeth Romero, Meg Romero and John Romero IV; three great-grandchildren, Jacob Watlington, Patrick Watlington and Jack Nodier. She was preceded in death by her husband, L. Michael “Bud” Coleman. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 26, from Immaculate Conception Cathedral. Monsignor Harry Greig will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today, with a Scripture service and rosary at 6:30 p.m., and 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the St. Louis Foundation, 1620 Bank St., Lake Charles, LA 70601, or to the Immaculate Conception Cathedral Ladies Altar Society, 935 Bilbo St., Lake Charles, LA 70601. Joseph C. Cormier Sr. — 7/25/2002 SULPHUR — Joseph C. Cormier Sr., 61, died at 3:45 p.m. Monday, July 22, 2002, in Sulphur. Mr. Cormier was born in Fenton. He lived most of his life in Lake Charles and moved to Sulphur 15 years ago. He was valedictorian of the 1959 Marion High School graduating class. Mr. Cormier was the owner of Bon Jour Construction Co. Inc. and was a master electrician in the state of Louisiana. He served faithfully as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses for 41 years. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Mary Rohrman Cormier of Sulphur; one son, Joseph C. Cormier Jr. of Sulphur; one daughter, Tracy Cormier Cripps of San Antonio; one daughter-in-law, Shelly Cormier of Sulphur; one son-in law, John Thomas Cripps Jr. of San Antonio; two sisters, Frances Marie Cormier of Sulphur and Norma Jean Champagne of Lake Charles; two granddaughters, Andrea Renee Cormier and Salena Brooklynn Cormier, both of Sulphur; and one grandson, John Thomas Cripps III of San Antonio. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 27, in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on North Claiborne and Sweeney streets in Sulphur. James H. Reynolds will officiate. The body was cremated. Arrangements are by Johnson Funeral Home. Ralph Elwell — 7/25/2002 BATON ROUGE — Ralph Elwell, 96, died Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in Baton Rouge. He was a native of Danbury, Conn., and he lived in Lake Charles from 1944 to February 2002. He began his 42-year career with Cities Services Refining Corp. originating in Danbury. Its New York office named him assistant purchasing agent in 1942. He purchased materials and equipment for the Lake Charles refinery in 1944. He retired in 1971. He worked part time for Olin Corp. for six years, followed by another six years as a purchasing agent for First Federal Savings and Loan. He was a member of the National Association of Purchasing Management and the Petroleum Industry Buyer’s Group of Houston. He was past president of the local Purchasing Agents Association. He served on the vestry and as treasurer for many years at Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Susie and Dr. Tom Quaid and Judy Scholes and William McIntosh; grandchildren and spouses, Stuart Gayle, Betsy Fox and husband, Ed, Jeff Scholes, Mark Scholes and wife, Anissa, Ali Hopson and husband, Briggs, Amy McRae and husband, Bowen, and Jeb Quaid; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lu, and daughter, Betty. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, in Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. The Very Rev. Mark Holland will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. in the church. Donations may be made to Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd or to the Scleroderma Research Foundation, 2320 Bath St., Suite 315, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, the family said. Edward Hudson — 7/25/2002 Edward “Big Ed” Hudson, 43, died Saturday, July 20, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a graduate of Marion High School. He was the first black bailiff in Calcasieu Parish. He was a lieutenant with the Sheriff’s Office, and he worked there for 22 years. He was a member of Krewe Chetu Jadi. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Diana Handy Hudson of Lake Charles; one son, Jarvis Hudson of Lake Charles; two brothers, George Leonard and Edward D. Brown, both of Houston; two sisters, Jeanette Brown and Algeretha Brown, both of Houston; his birth mother, Barbara Brown of Houston; and a host of nieces and nephews. His funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. today, July 25, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Karl Fuselier will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in the funeral home. Wanda L. LaCaze — 7/25/2002 DERIDDER — Wanda Lynn “Cissy” LaCaze, 58, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in Beauregard Memorial Hospital. She was a native of Oakdale. She was reared in Elizabeth and graduated from Elizabeth High School. She earned an associate degree from McNeese State University and her Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana College. She was a retired teacher at Singer High School. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church near Oakdale, and she attended Grace Church of DeRidder. Survivors include two sons, Patrick LaCaze and Keith LaCaze, both of DeRidder; three brothers, R.L. Johnson and Bobby Cloud, both of Elizabeth, and Roy V. Cloud of Pitkin; one sister, Billie Cloud Barlett of Calcasieu; and nine grandchildren. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 26, in Labby Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. B.G. Diess will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery in Oakdale. Visitation is 4-10 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. Friday. Atriceanna Martin — 7/25/2002 Atriceanna “Ann” Martin, 28, died Wednesday, July 17, 2002. She was a native of Los Angeles and a resident of Lake Charles. She graduated from Washington-Marion High School. She worked as a delivery driver for O’Reilly Auto Parts. Survivors include her mother, JoAnna Martin Ardoin of Lake Charles; her father, Robert Vital of Lake Charles; her stepfather, Leanders Ardoin of Lake Charles; her stepmother, Denise Vital of Lake Charles; one sister, Joy Nicole Martin of Lake Charles; five stepsisters, Rokeshia Vital, Rolanda Vital, Amanda Vital, Robbie Gayle Vital and Crystal Edigo, all of Lake Charles; her companion, Travis Stevens of Opelousas; one daughter, Tiffany Monet Martin of Lake Charles; one son, Traylon Anthony Stevens of Lake Charles; and her paternal grandparents, Eddie Lee Vital and Dorothy Mae Vital, both of Lake Charles. Her funeral will be at 7 p.m. Friday, July 26, in King’s Funeral Home. The Rev. Joshua Mitchell Sr. will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is from 5 p.m. Friday. Dismissal is at 10 a.m. Saturday. Warren G. Pickett — 7/25/2002 VINTON — Warren Gray Pickett, 84, died Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in a Niagra Falls, Canada, hospital. He was a native of Iota, and he lived much of his life in Vinton. He graduated from Vinton High School and Southwest Louisiana Institute, now the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He served in World War II as a glider pilot. He was the owner and operator of Western Auto in Vinton for 19 years. He worked at Firestone and as a high school agriculture teacher. He was a retired rice farmer and cattleman. He was a charter member of National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and was a board member of Farm Bureau. He was a chaplain and past commander of American Legion Post 208 and was chaplain of VFW Post 9854. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council 6103, and he was a member and Eucharistic minister at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Mary Pickett of Vinton; four sons, Thomas J. Pickett, Nicholas J. Pickett and Kevin O. Pickett, all of Vinton, and Anthony J. Pickett of Houston; three daughters, Mrs. Mary F. LeJeune of Blue Springs, Mo., Mrs. Barbara Gary of Dallas and Mrs. Brigid W. Wiggins of Burbank, Calif.; and 15 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son, Michael Pickett of Greenville, Texas, and one daughter, Mrs. Clare E. English of Sulphur. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 27, from St. Joseph Catholic Church. The Rev. Susil Fernando will officiate. Arrangements are by Hixson Funeral Home of Vinton. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday in the funeral home, with a rosary at 7 p.m. James P. Pierfax — 7/25/2002 James Patrick “J.P.” Pierfax, 45, died Thursday, July 18, 2002, in Lake Charles. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He graduated from Washington High School in 1976. He was previously employed as a furniture deliverer for local furniture companies. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. James enjoyed fishing and sporting activities. Survivors include one brother, Joseph Sidney Pierfax Jr. of Lake Charles; four sisters, Mrs. Edna Garrick, Mrs. Carol Ann Lewis and Kimberly Williams, all of Lake Charles, and Mrs. Beverly Pierfax-Meadrick of New Orleans; one goddaughter, Mrs. Bernadette Watt Higgins of New Orleans; and many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Sidney Pierfax Sr. and Ettie Simien Pierfax. His funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 26, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Karl Fuselier will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today in the funeral home. William I. Roberts — 7/25/2002 DERIDDER — William Ira Roberts, 72, died at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, July 26, in Labby Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery. Ulysses M. Arceneaux — 7/26/2002 Ulysses Martin Arceneaux, 55, died recently. Survivors include his wife, Veronica Forsythe Arceneaux; six daughters, Natasha Denise Arceneaux Brooks of Houston, Tatiana Arceneaux, Yolanda White, Natrice Arceneaux, Leesa Arceneaux and Kristena Chalfan; three foster children, Tacara Monique Phillips, Angela Guerra and Keisha Manning; two sons-in-law, Dexter Brooks and David White, both of Houston; one sister, Lucile Daniels of Lake Charles; two brothers, Emery Arceneaux and Louis Arceneaux, both of Lake Charles; five sisters-in-law, Evelyn Arceneaux, Lorena Arceneaux, Bessie Reed, Deloris Sonnier and Joyce Duhon, all of Lake Charles; three brothers-in-law, Peter Sonnier, Jimmy Reed and George Duhon, all of Lake Charles; 16 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruby Arceneaux, and a brother-in-law, Marshal Daniel. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 26, from Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 612 Louisiana Ave. The Rev. Henry Mancuso will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park on Opelousas Street under the direction of Walker Funeral Home in Crosby, Texas. Funeral director is J.W. Morris. Vistation is from 9 a.m. The family would like to thank you for your cards, letters, phone calls and gifts. May his soul rest in peace. Laura Livingston Charles — 7/26/2002 Mrs. Laura Livingston Charles, 95, died at 8:40 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2002, in a local hospital. Mrs. Charles was born in Freetown and lived in Roanoke for more than 60 years. She was a long-time member of St. James Baptist Church where she was a deaconess, former president of the senior mission and church secretary. She was also a treasurer of the True Friends Benevolent Association. She was an advocate for the community. Survivors include eight daughters, Gracie Shelton, Flora Roberts and Albertha C. Vital, all of Lake Charles, Ellen Nichols and Jane C. Velaquez, both of Los Angeles, Lillie Haley of Topeka, Kan., Alice Mayfield of Roanoke and Annie Charles Handy of San Jose, Calif.; two sons, Ray Charles of Los Angeles and James Oliver Charles Sr. of Roanoke; one sister, Earline Charles of Roanoke; one brother, Wesley Livingston of Elton; 31 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, in St. James Baptist Church of Roanoke. The Rev. Willie Maynard will officiate. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Jennings under the direction of Fondel Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. today, July, 26 at the Fondel Memorial Chapel in Lake Charles and after 6 p.m. in the church. Virginia A. Clark — 7/26/2002 Virginia Annette Clark, 53, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in her residence. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, in St. Mary Baptist Church in Starks. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery under the direction of Gabriel Funeral Home of Port Arthur, Texas. Kathryn Coleman — 7/26/2002 Kathryn Coleman, 97, died at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in a local hospital. Mrs. Coleman was a native of Maryville, Mo., and she had lived in Lake Charles for 54 years. She graduated from St. Joseph Convent in Clyde, Mo. Mrs. Coleman was a member of Immaculate Conception Cathedral and was a greeter there. She founded two organizations at the cathedral: Mary’s Callers and Visitors for Christ. She was a member of the Ladies Altar Society and Catholic Daughters Our Lady of the Lake Court. She was a charter member of VIC, or Very Important Christians, at the cathedral. She served on the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. Mrs. Coleman was named the cathedral’s 2000 Evangelizer of the Year. She was named Catholic Daughter of the Year in 1996, the group’s 75th Jubilee year. She was awarded the Companion of Honor Medal from Bishop Jude Speyrer and was a recipient of the papal award Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice. She was a Pink Lady at St. Patrick Hospital. She is survived by three daughters, Kathy Coleman of Gallup, N.M., Sue (John J.) Brooks and Ann (Dr. John R.) Romero, both of Lake Charles; eight grandchildren, Susan Brooks, Marilyn Watlington, Alison Nodier, John Brooks IV, Catherine Romero, Elizabeth Romero, Meg Romero and John Romero IV; three great-grandchildren, Jacob Watlington, Patrick Watlington and Jack Nodier. She was preceded in death by her husband, L. Michael “Bud” Coleman. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 26, from Immaculate Conception Cathedral. Monsignor Harry Greig will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today, with a Scripture service and rosary at 6:30 p.m., and 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the St. Louis Foundation, 1620 Bank St., Lake Charles, LA 70601, or to the Immaculate Conception Cathedral Ladies Altar Society, 935 Bilbo St., Lake Charles, LA 70601. William E. Dowling Sr. — 7/26/2002 SULPHUR — William “Captain” E. Dowling Sr., 65, died at 7:20 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Orange, Texas. He was a tugboat captain for 42 years. He was a loving father and a sweet man. Survivors include his wife, Opelia Ann Dowling of Sulphur; five sons, John Joseph, Brian Egan, William Egan Jr. and Scott Wayne Dowling, all of Sulphur, and David Dowling of Orange; five daughters, Belinda Gale, Rebecca Lynn and Danielle Dowling, all of Orange, Beverly Ann Dowling of Caldwell, Texas, and Jacqueline Marie Dowling of Lake Charles; two sisters, Marion Clement and Rosebud Floyd, both of Vinton; 23 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 27, in Hixson Funeral Home of Vinton. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Orange. Visitation is from 9 a.m. today. Ralph Elwell — 7/26/2002 BATON ROUGE — Ralph Elwell, 96, died Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in Baton Rouge. He was a native of Danbury, Conn., and lived in Lake Charles from 1944 to February 2002. He began his 42-year career with Cities Services Refining Corporation originating in Danbury, Conn. Its New York office named him assistant purchasing agent in 1942. He purchased materials and equipment for the Lake Charles Refinery in 1944. He retired in 1971. He worked part time for Olin Corporation for six years, followed by another six years as a purchasing agent for First Federal Savings and Loan. He was a member of the National Association of Purchasing Management and the Petroleum Industry Buyer’s Group of Houston. He was past president of the local Purchasing Agents Association. He served on the vestry and as treasurer for many years at Church of the Good Shepherd. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Susie and Dr. Tom Quaid and Judy Scholes and William McIntosh; grandchildren and spouses, Stuart Gayle, Betsy Fox and husband, Ed, Jeff Scholes, Mark Scholes and wife, Anissa, Ali Hopson and husband, Briggs, Amy McRae and husband, Bowen, and Jeb Quaid; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lu, and daughter Betty. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 28, in Church of the Good Shepherd. The Very Rev. Mark Holland will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. in the church. Donations may be made to Church of the Good Shepherd or Scleroderma Research Foundation, 2320 Bath Street, Suite 315, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, the family said. Mrs. Louis Gaudin — 7/26/2002 WELSH — Mrs. Louis (Norma Ruth Boucher), 95, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002 in the Jennings hospital. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, in First Presbyterian Church of Welsh. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery in Welsh under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Welsh. Elizabeth A. Guillory — 7/26/2002 SULPHUR — Elizabeth Augustine Guillory, 79, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in a local care center. Survivors include two sons, Harold Fontenot of Sulphur and Allen Fontenot of Lake Charles; two daughters, Helena Hyde of Leslie, Ark., and Euta Hinton of Ashdown, Ark.; one sister, Selma Fontenot of Vinton; one brother, Wilton Augustine of Sulphur; six stepchildren, Dennis Guillory, Donald Guillory, Kenneth Guillory, Sue Vidrine, Debbie Finn and Randy Guillory; nine grandchildren, Corey Bond, Denise Herwitz, Chris Fontenot, Randy Dailey, Raymond Fontenot, Clint Fontenot, Sheldon Fontenot, Bobby Fontenot and Kari Fontenot; and four great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 27, from Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church. The Rev. Lawrence Kohler will officiate. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday in Old Mamou Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Robison Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today, with at rosary at 7 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Saturday in the church. Stephen Hoffpauir — 7/26/2002 FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Stephen “Steve” Hoffpauir, 45, died Thursday, July 18, 2002, in Fayetteville, Ark. He was born June 7, 1957, in Houston. He was the son of the late Rodney and Eileen Eagan Hoffpauir. He was a broadcast engineer and former employee of KECN-TV of Temple, Texas, for six years. He was active in the Park Neighborhood Association of Fayetteville. His hobbies included Boy Scouts and Ham Radio (KB5WKW). He was Catholic. Survivors include his wife, Sarah Eileen Hoffpauir of Fayetteville; four children, Ben Hoffpauir and Ross Hoffpauir, both of Arlington, Texas, Aaron Sanders of New Orleans, and Dara Sanders of Fayetteville; one brother, David Hoffpauir and his wife, Tanya, of Temple, Texas; one sister, Susan H. Myers and her husband, Donnie, of Estherwood; his maternal grandmother, Mamie Eagan Ray of Houston; one granddaughter, Anna Sanders of Fayetteville; one nephew, Mitchell Myers of Estherwood; and two nieces, Lauren Myers of Estherwood and Brooke Hoffpauir of Temple. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Ben and Lillian Leger Hoffpauir; his maternal grandfather, Francis Moran Eagan; and step maternal grandfather, Johnny Ray. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 27, 2002, from St. Margaret Catholic Church in Estherwood. The Rev. David Broussard will officiate. Burial will be in Estherwood Memorial Cemetery under direction of Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home of Crowley. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Saturday. Memorial donations may be made to the Steve Hoffpauir Memorial Fund, c/o The Bank of Fayetteville, P.O. Box 1728, Fayetteville, AR 72702, the family said. Missie E. Hudson — 7/26/2002 SULPHUR — Missie Elizabeth Ragland Hudson, 74, died Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of El Dorado, Ark. She attended El Dorado High School and Lake Village High School. She lived in DeQuincy from 1953 to 1965, when she moved to Sulphur. She was active in National United Methodist Campers Inc., and she was a member of United Methodist Church of Maplewood. Survivors include her husband, Ray J. Hudson of Sulphur; one daughter, Vickie Aucoin of Sulphur; a son and daughter-in-law, William “Clint” and Donna Hudson of Westlake; one sister, Lillian May Thurman of Prairie Grove, Ark.; and three grandsons, Brandon Hudson of New Orleans and Danny Aucoin and David Aucoin of Baton Rouge. Mrs. Hudson donated her body to the LSU Medical Center in Shreveport. Memorial donations may be made on her behalf to United Methodist Church of Maplewood, 11 Center Circle, Sulphur, LA 70663. Lorece Otto — 7/26/2002 SULPHUR — Lorece Otto, 97, died Thursday, July 25, 2002, in a Sulphur nursing home. She was a native of Oberlin. Survivors include three daughters, Florence Williams of Fairfield, Texas, Elnoria West of DeRidder and Peggy Christensen of Clarksville, Ind.; one brother, Melvin Miller of Lafayette; two sisters, Sylvia Mae Toups and Clara Wright, both of Sulphur; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, C.P. Otto. Her funeral will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 27, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Gene Vincent will officiate. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery in Westlake. Visitation is 10 a.m.-8 p.m. today and from 8:30 a.m. Saturday. Michael Rose — 7/26/2002 LAGRANGE, Ill. — Michael Rose, 32, died Sunday, July 21, 2002, in Illinois. His funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 27, in Labby Memorial Funeral Home of Leesville. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Mable Smith — 7/26/2002 Mable Smith, 88, died Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Sunset, and she had lived in Lake Charles for 40 years. She was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. She was a deaconess and a member of the mission and the pastor’s aid committee. Survivors include four daughters, Permella Corbins and Pearl Bell, both of Lake Charles, Julia Green of San Antonio and Dr. Mable Jones of Philadelphia; six sons, Simon C. Smith of Houston, James Smith and J.D. Smith, both of Los Angeles, and Samuel C. Smith, Willie Smith and Vorrice Smith Jr., all of Dallas; one brother, Douglas Lewis of Lake Charles; two sisters, Irene Chavis of Opelousas and Cecilia Kerry of Las Vegas; 32 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vorrice Smith Sr., one son, Ivory Smith, and one daughter, Elrose Smith. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, in Mount Olive Baptist Church. The Rev. Sidney Fontenot will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-10 p.m. today in the church. Luther Stubblefield — 7/26/2002 Luther Stubblefield, 93, formerly of Welsh, died at 8:45 a.m. Thursday, July 25, 2002, in Lake Charles. Mr. Stubblefield was a born in Liberty, Texas, and was raised in Daisetta, Texas. He attended Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. Mr. Stubblefield lived in Welsh from 1942 to 1998, when he moved to Lake Charles. He was the manager of Miller Hardware and Furniture Store for more than 30 years. He served on the board of directors of American Bank in Welsh. Mr. Stubblefield was a member of First United Methodist Church of Welsh, and he served on the church administrative board. Mr. Stubblefield served in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the VFW. Survivors include one son, Dr. John Stubblefield of Lake Charles, and one granddaughter, Shawn Stubblefield of Lake Charles. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 27, in Oaklawn Cemetery in Welsh. The Rev. Mark Goins will officiate. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday in Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Honorary pallbearers will be Buck Hollis, Jake Daigle, Arthur Crowl and Paul Cline. Memorial donations may be made to Calcasieu Community Clinic, P.O. Box 91775, Lake Charles, LA 70609, or to the Edith and Luther Stubblefield Scholarship Fund, c/o The McNeese Foundation, P.O. Box 91989, Lake Charles, LA 70609. Eva M. Stewart — 7/26/2002 Eva Marie Singleton Stewart, 56, died Wednesday, July 17, 2002, in Dallas. She was a native of Opelousas, and she lived most of her life in Lake Charles. She lived in Dallas for 14 years. She was a member of the Breast Cancer Society and Kaiser Permanente Medical City in Dallas. She was a graduate of Concordee Medical and Delgado School of Business in New Orleans. Survivors includ her husband, Huey P. Stewart of Dallas; two daughters, Semera Lorriana Stewart and Brita Leona Stewart; two sons, Clarence John Ford Jr. and Sidney James Ford; two stepchildren, Bedar Stewart and Huey P. Stewart Jr.; her mother, Virgin M. Singleton; four sisters, Carol Richard of Mossville, Virgin Charles of Ragley and Bernadine Jones and Lena Singleton, both of Lake Charles; four brothers, Joseph Charles Singleton of New Orleans and John Mernick Singleton, Calvin Singleton Jr. and Herman Singleton, all of Lake Charles. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Karl Fuselier will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today in the funeral home. Eldora M. Tizeno — 7/26/2002 JENNINGS — Eldora Mary Tizeno, 63, died Saturday, July 20, 2002, in the Jennings hospital. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 26, in Union Baptist Church. Burial will be in Benevolent Cemetery under the direction of H.G. Raphael and Son Funeral Home. Victor R. Walden Jr. — 7/26/2002 Victor R. Walden Jr., 72, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, July 24, 2002. He was born May 21, 1930, in Chicago, and lived in Orange, Texas, for 47 years. He served in the Coast Guard. He retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Company after 40 years. Survivors include his loving wife, Ramona Eve Racca Walden; his daughters, Victoria Suzzanne Sheridan of Houston and Laura Jeanne Wolfford and her husband, Timothy S. Wolfford, of Crystal Beach, Texas; his stepchildren, Tammy Johnson and her husband, Leonard, of Baton Rouge and Todd Stierlen and his wife, Lisa, of Rochester, Minn.; his sister, Virginia Schau of Las Vegas; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews across the country. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy. His funeral will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27, in Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. The Rev. Malcom Monroe of Airline Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be privately held at a later date. Visitation is from noon Saturday. Donations may be made in Victor’s name to Odyssey Healthcare, 4310 Dowlen Road, Suite 9, Beaumont, TX 77706, the family said. Theophile Abshire — 7/27/2002 KAPLAN — Theophile “Toof” Abshire, 72, died at 10:42 a.m. Friday, July 26, 2002, in a local hospital. His funeral will be at 5:30 p.m. today, July 27, in Matthews and Son Funeral Home in Gueydan. Burial will be in Broussard Cemetery. Lula Mae Ackless — 7/27/2002 Lula Mae Ackless, 70, died Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a native of Waxia and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She was an active member of Cathedral of Faith Baptist Church, where she was a deaconess. Survivors include her husband, Whitney Ackless Jr. of Lake Charles; one daughter, Joyce Thibodeaux Landor of Lake Charles; two grandsons, James Morris Landor Jr. and Byron Landor; one granddaughter, Antoinette Landor; one great-granddaughter, T’Erica Landor; four sisters, Mrs. Gloria Campbell of Chicago and Mrs. Mary Pierre, Mrs. Velma Prince and Mrs. Lillian Stevens, all of Lake Charles; five brothers, Leon Thomas Jr. of Washington, La., Cladies Thomas of Chicago and Lloyd Thomas, LeeWell Thomas and Willard Thomas, all of Lake Charles. Her funeral will be at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 28, in Cathedral of Faith Baptist Church. The Rev. Hearnest Arvie will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Sunday in the church. Dismissal is at 9:30 a.m. Monday. Melba Branch — 7/27/2002 Melba Branch, 71, died at 5:20 a.m. Friday, July 26, 2002, in the DeRidder hospital. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 28, in Hixson Funeral Home of DeRidder. Burial will be in Old Cypress Cemetery. Virginia B. Clark — 7/27/2002 Virginia Brock Clark, 53, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in her residence. She was a native of Starks. She lived in Port Arthur, Texas, for 17 years and moved to Lake Charles two years ago. She retired from Cresthaven Nursing Home in Groves, Texas, after 12 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother and stepfather, Edna Brock Donavan and A.C. Donavan, both of Starks; one sister, Edna Smith of Shreveport, and her husband, Eugene; five brothers, Murphy Brock Jr. and his wife, Harriet, and James Brock, all of Lake Charles, Joe Brock and David Brock, both of Starks, and Sherman Ross Sr. and his wife, Eva, both of Dallas; four daughters, Dana Bryant and Shalissia Ardoin, both of Lake Charles, Della Bias of Vinton, and Deborah Bell of Beaumont and her husband, Bernard; one son, Ricky Bias of Toomey; eight grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 27, in St. Mary Baptist Church of Starks. Burial will be in Starks Cemetery under the direction of Gabriel Funeral Home of Port Arthur. A wake was held Friday in the church. William E. Dowling Sr. — 7/27/2002 SULPHUR — William E. “Capt.” Dowling Sr., 65, died at 7:20 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Orange, Texas. He was a tugboat captain for 42 years. He was an Air Force veteran. He was a loving father and a sweet man. Survivors include his wife, Odelia Ann Dowling of Sulphur; five sons, John Joseph, Brian Egan, William Egan Jr. and Scott Wayne Dowling, all of Sulphur, and David Dowling of Orange; five daughters, Belinda Gale, Rebecca Lynn and Danielle Dowling, all of Orange, Beverly Ann Dowling of Caldwell, Texas, and Jacqueline Marie Dowling of Lake Charles; two sisters, Marion Clement and Rosebud Floyd, both of Vinton; 23 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. His funeral will be at 3 p.m. today, July 27, in Hixson Funeral Home of Vinton. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Orange. Ralph Elwell — 7/27/2002 BATON ROUGE — Ralph Elwell, 96, died Tuesday, July 23, 2002, in Baton Rouge. He was a native of Danbury, Conn., and lived in Lake Charles from 1944 to February 2002. He began his 42-year career with Cities Services Refining Corporation originating in Danbury, Conn. Its New York office named him assistant purchasing agent in 1942. He purchased materials and equipment for the Lake Charles Refinery in 1944. He was named purchasing agent for the refining corporation in 1949. He retired in 1971. He worked part time for Olin Corporation for six years, followed by another six years as a purchasing agent for First Federal Savings and Loan. He was a member of the National Association of Purchasing Management and the Petroleum Industry Buyer’s Group of Houston. He was past president of the local Purchasing Agents Association. He served on the vestry and as treasurer for many years at Church of the Good Shepherd. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Susie and Dr. Tom Quaid and Judy Scholes and William McIntosh; grandchildren and spouses, Stuart Gayle, Betsy Fox and husband, Ed, Jeff Scholes, Mark Scholes and wife, Anissa, Ali Hopson and husband, Briggs, Amy McRae and husband, Bowen, and Jeb Quaid; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lu, and daughter Betty. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 27, in Church of the Good Shepherd. The Very Rev. Mark Holland will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. in the church. Donations may be made to Church of the Good Shepherd or Scleroderma Research Foundation, 2320 Bath Street, Suite 315, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, the family said. Virginia Guillory — 7/27/2002 EUNICE — Virginia Guillory, 70, died Thursday, July 25, 2002, in a Lafayette hospital. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday, July 29, from St. Mathilda Catholic Church of Eunice. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery under the direction of Owens-Thomas Funeral Home of Eunice. Anna B. Hebert — 7/27/2002 JENNINGS — Anna Belle Hebert, 63, died at 7:50 a.m. Thursday, July 25, 2002, in the Jennings hospital. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. today, July 27, in Matthews and Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in Bertrand Cemetery. Beatrice B. Monceaux — 7/27/2002 REEVES — Beatrice B. Monceaux, 70, died at 2:30 a.m. Friday, July 26, 2002, in her residence. She was a notary public and a volunteer tax preparer for 10 years. She retired from BellSouth after 30 years. She attended St. Maurice Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Sidney A. Monceaux Sr. of Reeves; four sons, S. Allen Monceaux Jr. and Michael R. Monceaux, both of Reeves, John R. Monceaux of Moss Bluff and Dave J. Monceaux of Birmingham, Ala.; one daughter, Linda M. Bankester of Reeves; four brothers, Austin Broussard of Lake Arthur, Roland Broussard of Jennings, Bernice Broussard of Lafayette and Clifford Broussard of Fort Smith, Ark.; one sister, Shirley A. Trahan of Welsh; 15 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 29, from St. Maurice Catholic Church. The Rev. Augustine Mulanjanany will officiate. Burial will be in Creel Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Reeves under the direction of Rush Funeral Home of Kinder. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday — with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. — and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. Kevin B. Pruitt — 7/27/2002 CARLYSS — Kevin Blaine Pruitt, 38, died Thursday, July 25, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a former resident of DeQuincy and Houston, and he had lived in Carlyss for two years. He was a 1982 DeQuincy High graduate. He was a financial and banking consultant who specialized in real estate and mortgage lending. He also was an office manager for various corporations over the years, as well as a flight attendant for Continental Air Lines. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Sandra and Clayton Suire of Carlyss; three brothers, Darryll Dwaine Pruitt and Randal Scott Pruitt, both of DeQuincy, and Kennon Craig Pruitt of Lake Charles; three stepbrothers, Keith Joseph Suire of DeRidder, Clay Alan Suire of Atlanta and Michael Stephens of Sulphur; four stepsisters, Nanette Marie Kerns of Merryville, Lauire Joette Campbell of Carencro and Donna Cardozier and Christine Dougharty, both of DeQuincy. He was preceded in death by his father, Dwaine Pruitt, and twin brother, Kelly Pruitt. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 28, in Snider Funeral Home of DeQuincy. The Rev. Charles Braneff Sr. will officiate. Burial will be in Perkins Cemetery. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. Sunday. Adele L. Billiot — 7/28/2002 Adele Marie LeBlanc Billiot, 63, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2002. Many of her relatives live in and around Cameron and surrounding parishes. She lived in Cameron Parish many years before moving to Florida in 1990. She is survived by her husband, Wilfred; two daughters, Lauren and Lilianna; two sons, Steven and Jonathan; two sisters, Mae Simon and Emilie Wymer; and a number of grandchildren. The body was cremated. John B. Caire, M. D. — 7/28/2002 John B. Caire, M. D., 79, of Lake Charles died at 10:29 p.m. Thursday, July 25, 2002, in a Lake Charles hospital. Dr. Caire was a native of New Orleans, where he graduated from Jesuit High School, Tulane University and Tulane University School of Medicine in 1946. He moved to Lake Charles in 1954 and practiced obstetrics and gynecology here until 1984. Since his retirement in 1999, he had limited his practice to office gynecology and weight-loss counseling. He became a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in 1958 and received his board certification from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1960. He was a clinical instructor at Tulane and LSU schools of medicine, and he was a consultant to the Fort Polk hospital in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He served in the Navy during World War II and Korean War. He was a member of the board of the Lake Charles Memorial Hospital medical staff and served as president in 1978. Dr. Caire was a member of the Conrad G. Collins Gynecological Society, the American Medical Association as well as the Louisiana and Calcasieu Parish medical societies. Dr. Caire was a diplomat and was board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Huber Caire of Lake Charles; two sons, John Caire of Lake Charles and Dr. Stanley Caire of Flagstaff, Ariz.; three daughters, Dr. Jill Caire of San Rafael, Calif., Linda McCrosky of Lake Charles and Donna Caire of Abita Springs; two stepdaughters, Julie Heard Quarles of Atlanta and Margie Heard of Lake Charles; one brother, Albert Caire of New Orleans; three sisters, Mrs. Edward (Shirley) Wegmann and Mrs. George (Elaine) Geissert, both of New Orleans, and Mrs. Arnold (Audrey) Spring of Park City, Utah; 12 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. today, July 28, in Johnson Funeral Home. Monsignor Charles Dubois will officiate. Visitation is from 1 p.m. Lee R. Moresi — 7/28/2002 SULPHUR — Lee Roy L. Moresi, 76, died Thursday, July 25, 2002, in his daughter’s residence in Sulphur. He was a native of Jeanerette and had lived in Sulphur for 45 years. He retired from Citgo as a chemical engineer in 1983 after 33 years. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council 3015, the Fourth Degree MSGR Vellird Assembly, the Serra Club and the Calcasieu Cajun Club. He was a member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Survivors include one son, Lee Roy L. Moresi Jr. of Sulphur; two daughters, Mrs. Keith (Cathy) Morrill of Highlands, Texas, and Mrs. Michael (Mary) Aleshire of Sulphur; two brothers, George Moresi of Jeanerette and Gerald Moresi of Broussard; one sister, Faye Foreman of Lafayette; and seven grandchildren, Mrs. Ronnie (April) Reneau of Porter, Texas, Bridget Morrill and Cheryl Morrill, both of Highlands, and Megan, Monica, Morgan and Michael Cole Abshire, all of Sulphur. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlie May Moresi. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 29, from Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 11 a.m.-9 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and from 8:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Audrey Francis — 7/29/2002 Audrey Francis, 77, died Thursday, July 25, 2002, in a local care center. She was a native of Woodlawn and had lived in Lake Charles most of her life. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and the Ladies Auxillary. Survivors include one brother, Raphel Francis of Lake Charles. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Al Volpe will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home. Visitation is from 8-10:30 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Marcella C. Freehling — 7/29/2002 Marcella Freehling, 27, of Lake Charles died at 1 a.m. Friday, July 26, 2002. Ms. Freehling was a native of Montgomery, Ala. She had lived in Lake Charles since 1982. She was a graduate of Barbe High School. She was Episcopal. Survivors include two sons, Marcus Ross and Evan John, both of Lake Charles; two daughters, Caitlin Nicole and Catherine Hope Granger; both of Lake Charles; her stepfather and mother, Ronald S. (Colleen) Fontenot of Lake Charles; one brother, Kirby Allan Freehling II of Lake Charles; maternal grandparents, retired Col. and Mrs. Andrew J. (Marcella B.) Chapman of Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; paternal grandfather, Saul Irving Freehling of Montgomery, Ala.; steppaternal grandfather, Alex Fontenot of Sulphur. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, at St. Michaels of All Angels. The Rev. Petroula Ruehlen will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Tuesday. Ida Mae Gobert — 7/29/2002 Ida Mae Gobert, 85, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a native of Elton and had lived in Lake Charles for 60 years. She was a member of Mill St. Church of Christ. Survivors include, two sons, Albert and Kelly Nonnette Jr., both of Beaumont, Texas; two daughters, Lula Margaret Nonnette and JoAnn Nonnette, both of Lake Charles; two sisters, Melva Huff of Salinas, Calif., and Lee Melda Robinson of Bradenton, Fla.; one brother, Wilford Gobert of Elton; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, in Mill St. Church of Christ. Brother C.E. Gaines will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today in the church. Clyde J. Mallett — 7/29/2002 HAYES — Clyde J. Mallett, 59, died at 1:37 p.m., Saturday, July 27, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Lacassine and had lived in the Hayes area for the last 40 years. He was a service manager for a Welsh Ag dealership for more than 30 years, the last 4 years at Quality Equipment. Survivors include his wife, Linda Mallett of Hayes; one son, Ricky James Mallett of Welsh; two stepsons, Jude Aymond of League City, Texas, and Gary Aymond of Phoenix, Ariz.; one daughter, Wendy Mallett Nunez of Hayes; one stepdaughter, Melissa Aymond of Alexandria; four brothers, Ernest Mallett and Milton Mallett, both of Welsh, Eugene Mallett of Lacassine, and Wilson Mallett of Jennings; one sister, Lallie Brown of Lacassine; and seven grandchildren. His funeral will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 30, in Hixson Funeral Home of Welsh. The Rev. Herbert May will officiate. Burial will be in Hayes Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Tuesday. A rosary and Scripture service will be at 7 p.m. today. Calvin S. Shirley Sr. — 7/29/2002 DERIDDER — Calvin S. Shirley Sr., 85, died at 12:28 a.m. Sunday, July 28, 2002, in Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge. He was born in Beauregard Parish to a pioneer family and he graduated from Longville High School. He received his bachelor’s degree in science from Southwestern Louisiana Institute and his master’s degree from LSU. He retired from LSU as state 4-H club agent after 37 years. He was formerly employed as assistant county agent in Bossier and Caddo parishes. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, where he was a deacon and a former Sunday school superintendent. He was a former member of Southside Baptist Church in Baton Rouge. Survivors include his wife, Helen Ruth Shirley; two sons, Calvin S. ‘‘Buddy’’ Shirley Jr. of Clinton and John Owen Shirley of Baton Rouge; one daughter, Janice Shirley Keyes of Mobile, Ala.; two sisters, Vernice Richardson and Janita Welborn, both of DeRidder; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. His funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. The Revs. David Keyes, Edward Keyes and Alan Knuckles will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Visitation is 6-10 p.m. today in the funeral home and from 9 a.m. Tuesday in the church. Alden Joseph Tate Sr. — 7/29/2002 CARENCRO — Alden Joseph Tate Sr. died Sunday, July 28, 2002, in his residence in Vatican. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, in Melancon Funeral Home. Graveside services will be at 3:30 p.m. in Liberty Cemetery in Elton. Lillie Buller — 7/30/2002 ELTON — Lillie Buller, 78, died Sunday, July 28, 2002, in China, Texas. She was a lifelong resident of Elton. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church of Elton and the ladies Altar Society. Survivors include one son, Noland Marcantel of Alexandria; one daughter, Brenda Smith of China, Texas; one sister, Stella Billeaudeaux of Fort Worth, Texas; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Clarence Buller. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, from St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Marshall Boulet will officiate. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery under the direction of Ardoin Funeral Home of Elton. Visitation is 4-10 p.m. today in the funeral home, with a rosary at 7 p.m. Pallbearers are Kotch Guillory, Howard Buller, Johnny Cope, Bobby Young, Francis Aucoin and Billy Renard. O.A. Friesner Jr. — 7/30/2002 WESTLAKE — Mr. O.A. “Bud” Friesner Jr., 74, died Monday, July 29, 2002, in Sulphur. He was a native and lifelong resident of Westlake and a graduate of Westlake High School. He was a Navy and Coast Guard veteran, serving in the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the American Legion Post 470 and the Pipefitters Union. He retired from Vista as a pipefitter after 28 years. Survivors include one son, Buddy Friesner of Sulphur; two daughters, Melissa K. Fritzinger of Lake Charles and Melanie J. Smith of Moss Bluff; one brother, Alvin Ray Friesner of Westlake; four sisters, Dorothy Conrad, Ola Mae Hicks, Evelyn Milburn, all of Westlake, and Mildred Mere of Lake Charles; and eight grandchildren. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, in Hixson Funeral Home of Westlake. The Rev. Finers Cryer will officiate. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m.-9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Wednesday. Aladin J. Granger — 7/30/2002 GRANGER COVE — Aladin J. Granger, 91, died Monday morning, July 29, 2002, at his son’s residence in Lake Charles. He was a native and lifelong resident of Cameron Parish. He was a member of a pioneer Cameron Parish Family and a descendant of Charles Sallier and Jacob Ryan. He was a graduate of Grand Lake High School and a farmer and cattleman. He was a carpenter and a 50-year, life member of Carpenter’s Local 953. He was a member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Parish and attended Christ the King Chapel. He was a charter member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Knights of Columbus 4562 and served as an usher in the church. He was a member of the Cajun French Music Association. Survivors include three sons, Clifford Granger, Joseph L. “Buddy” Granger and Jimmy E. Granger, all of Lake Charles; one daughter, Juanita Granger Ethridge of Lake Charles; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, at Christ the King Chapel. The Rev. Monsignor Ronnie Groth will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. today and 8-10:40 a.m. Wednesday. A rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. today followed by a scripture service at 7 p.m. Pallbearers will be Reggie Ethridge, David Granger, Allen Granger, Steve Rogers, Troy Thomas, Jason Verzwyvelt, Chad Dore and Bryan Curol. Claude J. LaFleur — 7/30/2002 Claude J. LaFleur, 69, died Monday, July 29, 2002, in a Lafayette hospital after a brave and courageous battle with cancer. A native of Kinder, he resided in the Duson/Scott area for the past 35 years. He served in the Navy from 1952 to 1956. He retired from United Gas Pipeline after 35 years. He was a member and deacon of First Baptist Church of Scott for 14 years, and he served on various committees during his life. He had been a member of First Baptist Church of Lafayette for the past two years. Survivors include his wife, Irma Savant LaFleur of Lafayette; two daughters, Mary Jane Moreau and husband Mark, and Bobbie LaFleur Hebert, all of Scott; two sons, Micheal LaFleur of Lafayette and Randy LaFleur and wife Kristy of Scott; five grandchildren, Leah Moreau, Alex Moreau, Layne Trahan, Kristy Trahan and Drake Stevens; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph LaFleur; three brothers, Marion LaFleur, Walter “Dee” LaFleur and J.C. LaFleur. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, at Delhomme Funeral Home of Scott. The Rev. Jaceson Johnson, pastor of Bellevue Baptist Church of Westlake, will officiate. Graveside services will be held Wednesday in Greenoak Cemetery in Kinder. Visitation is 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. Wednesday. Pallbearers will be Mike LaFleur, Randy LaFleur, Mark Moreau, Layne Hebert, Alex Moreau and Troy Funderburg. Clyde J. Mallett — 7/30/2002 HAYES — Clyde J. Mallett, 59, died at 1:37 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Lacassine and had lived in the Hayes area for the last 40 years. He was a service manager for a Welsh Ag dealership for more than 30 years, the last four years being at Quality Equipment. Survivors include his wife, Linda Mallett of Hayes; one son, Ricky James Mallett of Welsh; two stepsons, Jude Aymond of League City, Texas, and Gary Aymond of Phoenix, Ariz.; one daughter, Wendy Mallett Nunez of Hayes; one stepdaughter, Melissa Aymond of Alexandria; four brothers, Ernest Mallett and Milton Mallett, both of Welsh, Eugene Mallett of Lacassine, and Wilson Mallett of Jennings; one sister, Lallie Brown of Lacassine; and 7 grandchildren. His funeral will be at 11 a.m., today, July 30, in Hixson Funeral Home of Welsh. The Rev. Herbert May will officiate. Burial will be in Hayes Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. today. A rosary and scripture service was held Monday. Charles F. McCasland — 7/30/2002 DERIDDER — Charles F. McCasland, 79, died Sunday, July 28, 2002, at his residence. His body is to be cremated under the direction of Myers Colonial Funeral Home of DeRidder. Cliff Miller — 7/30/2002 LACASSINE — Cliff P. Miller, 76, died at 2:06 a.m. Monday, July 29, 2002, at his residence. He was a life resident of the Iowa/Lacassine Community. He was a member of Operating Engineers Local 406. He served in the Army during World War II. He was recipient of the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He was a life member of VFW Post 7586 in Iowa. He served as Post Commander in 2001. He was a life member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 1996. He was a member of the American Legion and a member of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 17. He was a member of St. Raphael’s Catholic Church and a member of Knights of Columbus Council 3006. Survivors include his wife, Mildred “Millie” Broussard Miller of Lacassine; one son, Christopher Miller of Lacassine; two sisters, Helen Boudin of Lake Charles and Inez Humphrey of Moss Bluff; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Aubrey Guilbeau will officiate. Burial will be in LeFranc Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-10 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., and from 8 a.m. on Wednesday. Ervin L. Stevens Sr. Ervin L. “Bee” Stevens, 84, died Thursday, July 25, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Crowley and had lived most of his life in Lake Charles. He was the owner and operator of Stevens and Sons Bee Farm. He retired from the Port of Lake Charles after 43 years. Survivors include two sons, Ervin L. Stevens Jr. of Moss Bluff and Clyde Stevens of Houston; three brothers, Wilson Stevens of Lake Charles, Lawrence Stevens of Moss Bluff and Raymond Stevens of Berkley, Calif.; two stepbrothers, Levi Jones and Joe Jones, both of Los Angeles; one stepsister, Hattie Edwards of Beaumont, Texas; and one daughter-in-law, Margret Stevens of Houston. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, in King’s Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Isaiah Hasty will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Mausoleum. Visitation is from 8:30 a.m. Wednesday. Ruby A. Williams — 7/30/2002 GLENMORA — Ruby Ann Williams, 58, died Friday, July 26, 2002, in an Alexandria hospital. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, in Grover Chapel A.M.E. Methodist Church in Glenmora. Burial will be in Glenmora Community Cemetery under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home. Steve A. Auble — 7/31/2002 Steve Allen Auble, 47, died Thursday, July 25, 2002, in Irving, Texas. Mr. Auble, beloved brother and uncle, was born Jan. 8, 1955, in Phoenix. He graduated from Welsh High School in May 1973. He joined the Army in August 1973. He worked for Sparkletts Water for 12 years. Survivors include his mother, Gladys Auble of Escondido, Calif.; his wife, Kelly Cottrell of Brookshire, Texas; one son, Brian Cottrell of Port Orchard, Wash.; six brothers, Tom Auble of Welsh, Kenneth Auble of Vista, Calif., Joseph Auble of Roy, Wash., James Auble of Lakeside, Calif., Charles Auble of Black Diamond, Wash., and Michael Auble of Dodge City, Kan.; five sisters, Gladys M. Vowell of Oakman, Ala., Marti Garrison of San Diego, Joan Jones of Welsh, Karen Auble-Avillar of Oakman, Ala. and Susan Langrehr of Great Bend, Kan.; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Virgil Auble. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, in Hixson Funeral Home of Welsh. The Rev. Mike Myers will officiate. Burial will be in Lacassine Cemetery in Lacassine. Visitation is 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. Friday. Pallbearers will be his nephews and friends. John C. Chatagnier — 7/31/2002 HOUMA — John Carbbert Chatagnier, 87, died at 10:20 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2002. He was a native of Gueydan. He served in the Army during World War II. He was a member of Lenox Hotard American Legion Post 31. He was the holder of patent No. 4,081,990, an oil-field pipe-testing tool. He was a retired T.B.W. Industries foreman. Survivors include his wife, Olive Viator Chatagnier of Houma; his children, Dale Chatagnier of New Orleans, Johnny Chatagnier of Iota, Gloria Lundberg of Odessa, Texas, Angela Hart of Jackson, Miss., Carla Rhodes of Houma, Florence Miller of Cruger, Miss., Donna Boudreax of Pearl, Miss., and Jamie Chatagnier of Baton Rouge; three brothers, Bill Chatagnier, Joe Chatagnier and Woodrow Chatagnier, all of Iowa, La.; one sister, Cecile Rizzuto of Gueydan; 21 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Joseph Chatagnier and Celestine Mott Chatagnier. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, from Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church of Coteau. Burial with military rites will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Chauvin Funeral Home of Houma. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today, with a rosary at 6:30 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Thursday in David Funeral Home of New Iberia. Mrs. Grace G. Dugas — 7/31/2002 VINTON — Mrs. Grace G. Dugas, 96, died Tuesday, July 30, 2002, in her residence. She was a native of Acadia Parish and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Vinton. Survivors include one daughter, Ethel Trahan of Texas City, Texas; two granddaughters, Judy Trahan Orr and Connie Palmer Compton; one grandson, Thomas Gordon Trahan; seven great-grandchildren, Kara Orr, Lisa Trahan, Nelson Trahan, Gerald Trahan, Shay Mosley, Sherry Myers and Damon Bagwell; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Dugas, one daughter, Margio Palmer and granddaughter Karen Bagwell. Her funeral will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, from St. Joseph Catholic Church. The Rev. Susil Fernando will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss. Visitation is from 11 a.m. today, with a rosary at 7 p.m., in the funeral home. Glenn Fontenot — 7/31/2002 WESTLAKE — Glenn “Joe” Fontenot, 65, died at 9:30 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2002, in a local hospital. He was a native of Beaver, and he lived most of his life in Lake Charles. He was a graduate of LaGrange High School. He served in the special services with the Navy. He was co-owner and operator of Fontenot Marine for 27 years. He was a part-time blackjack dealer at Grand Casino Coushatta. Survivors include his wife, Sylvia Jones Fontenot of Westlake; one son, Reggie Fontenot of Lake Charles; one daughter, Renee “Ceci” Fontenot of Lake Charles; one brother, Donald Fontenot of Lake Charles; three grandchildren, Shelly Veillon Dozier, Jonathan Todd Fontenot and Steven Michael Fontenot, all of Lake Charles; and numerous nephews and nieces. His funeral will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, in Johnson Funeral Home. Deacon Emlyn McGinn will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 4-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Thursday. Donations may be made to Texas EquuSearch, P.O. Box 395, Dickinson, TX 77539. Mary E. Hendricks — 7/31/2002 Mary Elizabeth Hendricks, 80, died Monday, July 29, 2002, in Dubuis Hospital in Lake Charles. She was a native of Eros and had lived in Lake Charles for 50 years after moving from West Monroe. She was a bookkeeper for a local auto dealer. She was a member of Calvary Assembly of God Church for 20 years and served as church secretary-treasurer for 10 years. Survivors include two sons, Jerry Lynn Hendricks of Santa Monica, Calif., and Reaughnel Lee Hendricks of DeRidder; two daughters, Barbara Jean Ward of Clear Lake Shores, Texas, and Frances Elsie Shuff of Pearland, Texas; 11 grandchildren, Dani Lynn Johnson, Chris Ward, Paul Ward, Shawn Manis, Stephen Sneeringer Jr., Carla Kay Forman, Michael Bish, Donna B. Fontenot, Debbie Taranik, Jonathan “Buddy” Hendricks and John; nine great-grandchildren, Christopher B. Welch, Christopher Evans Ward, Michelle Nicole Smith, Jory Michael Manis, Alisha Fontenot, Daniel Bish, Capriana Bish, Ashley Forman and Matthew; numerous relatives; and Amber, her faithful dog for 15 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank F. Hendricks. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, in Hixson Funeral Home. The Rev. Don Roosa will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Cemetery. Visitation is 2-10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Thursday. To our beloved mother and dear friends, “Rest in Peace.” Ernest C. Hunt Jr. — 7/31/2002 Ernest Caswell Hunt Jr., 72, died recently. He was born on Oct. 2, 1929, in New Orleans. His family lived in Arkansas and Texas before settling in Lake Charles. He attended Fourth Ward Elementary School, Central Middle School and Lake Charles High School. Throughout his life he attributed much of his success to the education and support he received at Lake Charles High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Louisiana State University. He received a free LSU football scholarship and lettered in baseball while in undergraduate studies, a time he remembered with great fondness all his life. This led to a lifelong affiliation with the LSU Athletic Foundation. He was rarely happier than when the LSU football team was whooping up on Ole Miss, Texas A&M or Alabama. Following his graduation from LSU, he completed ROTC training with the U.S. Air Force. He completed basic training in Florida. He was stationed in New York and Albuquerque, N.M. While stationed in Albuquerque, he attended the University of New Mexico College of Law. He left the service as a first lieutenant and later served in the Air Force Reserve as a captain. He returned to West Lake in 1953 and began work as an adjuster for the Traveler’s Insurance Company. He re-entered LSU in 1956 and received a juris doctor in 1958. He co-founded the law firm Hunt, Godwin, Painter and Roddy. He considered it a point of honor and pride that the majority of his original clients were still with him decades later. He was a local real estate developer. His civic affiliations included city attorney of West Lake, president of the Southwest Louisiana Bar Association, member of the Lake Charles Port Authority and chairman of the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port Authority. In the late 1980s he served as judge pro tem for the 33rd Judicial District in Allen Parish. A supporter of education and athletics, he was past president of the LaGrange Parent-Teacher Association and was a member of the McNeese Cowboy Club and the LSU Athletic Foundation. He also served as a junior high and high school football referee for many years until aging legs benched him. Survivors include his wife, Becky Blades Hunt; his brother, Alan Hunt of Lake Charles; two sons, Darrell Hunt of Baton Rouge and Alvin Hunt of Lake Charles; two daughters, Martha Pierce and Ellen Hunt, both of Lake Charles; one stepdaughter, Cristal Blades of Picayune, Miss.; six grandchildren, Katy Pierce, Ben Pierce, Aaron Jackson, Amy Jackson, Brooke Alexander and Whitney Alexander; and many good friends. His funeral will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, in Trinity Baptist Church. Brother Allen Hickman of Picayune, Miss., will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today and from 5 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Abraham’s Tent. Jennie S. Lyons — 7/31/2002 Jennie S. Lyons, 97, died Sunday, July 28, 2002, in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Laurence Darbonne and Mrs. Sylvia Thomas, both of Lake Charles; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Betty Hallberg of Desert Hot Spring, Calif.; one stepson, Henry Gerald Singleton of Westlake; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, from Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Monsignor Harry Greig and the Rev. Michael Barras will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is 12:30-2 p.m. Thursday in the church. Reon infant — 7/31/2002 Britt Lane Reon, infant son of Arnold Reon of Sulphur and Franciesca Reon of Lake Charles, died Monday, July 29, 2002, in Lake Charles. Additional survivors include three brothers, Justin Reon, Scott Yancy and Dylon Primeaux, all of Hackberry; two sisters, Codie Reon and Kadie Reon, both of Hackberry; paternal grandparents, Tommie and Linda Reon, both of Sulphur; maternal grandparents, Gwen and Kenneth Russell, both of Vinton; paternal great-grandparent, Aline Reon of Sulphur; and maternal great-grandparents, Clady and Mable Morine of Lake Arthur. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 31, in Hixson Funeral Home. Deacon Dan Landry will officiate. Burial will be in LeBleu Cemetery in Fenton. Visitation is from 10 a.m. Richard P. Roy — 7/31/2002 ESTHERWOOD — Richard Paul Roy, 22, died at 12:15 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, 2002, in St. Martinville Parish. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, in St. Margaret Catholic Church. Burial will be in Estherwood Cemetery under the direction of Matthews and Son Funeral Home of Jennings. Michael K. Soileau — 7/31/2002 SULPHUR — Michael K. Soileau, 38, died Tuesday, July 30, 2002, in his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a graduate of Barbe High School, and he attended McNeese State University. He was an assistant security supervisor at Martin dePorres Nursing Home. He was in the Navy for 10 years, and served in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Survivors include his wife, Darlene Barnhill Soileau of Lake Charles; one son, Joshua Michael Soileau of Lake Charles; two daughters, Sarah Elizabeth Soileau and Bethany Anne Soileau, both of Lake Charles; two brothers, Gerald Soileau Jr. and Chet Soileau, both of Lake Charles; one sister, Suzy Soileau Eaves of Cypress, Texas; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald (Lottie Sandifer) Soileau of Lake Charles; his aunt, Ruth Manzella Savoie of Moss Bluff. He was preceded in death by his natural mother, Frances Manzella Soileau. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Rev. Dan Landry will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery. Visitation is 4-10 p.m. today, with a rosary at 7:30 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Thursday. Freddie L. Sylvester — 7/31/2002 Freddie Luke Sylvester, 55, died Thursday, July 25, 2002. He was a native of Lake Charles. He was a graduate of Washington High School, where he was an outstanding football player. He served in the Army in the Vietnam War. Survivors include his wife, Emily Lewis Sylvester of Lake Charles; three daughters, Melody “Dee Dee” Sylvester, Robin Tezeno and Vickie Sylvester, all of Lake Charles; one son, Dwayne Anthony Sylvester of Lake Charles; three brothers, William Bill Sylvester of Houston, Alvin Rock Sylvester of Lake Charles and the Rev. Lloyd Kelly Sylvester of Minnesota; three sisters, Verna Mae Johnson of California and Carolyn Batiste and Elizabeth Hursey, both of Lake Charles; nine grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, in King’s Funeral Home. The Rev. Lloyd Kelly Sylvester will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Thursday. Agnes G. Thomason — 7/31/2002 Agnes G. Thomason, 78, died at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2002, in a Lake Charles nursing facility. She was a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She had been a member of Living Way Pentecostal Church since 1965. She loved cooking, and quilting was one of her favorite hobbies. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Thomason of Lake Charles and Donna Gooden of Monroe; one son, Billy Thomason of Lake Charles; two granddaughters, Nadine LeBlanc of Sulphur and Lisa Trahan of Moss Bluff; three grandsons, Christopher Sanders and Jacob Thomason, both of Lake Charles, and Dustin Gooden of Monroe; six great-granddaughters, Keisha LeBlanc and Natosha Johnson, both of Sulphur, Teara Jouett of Pasadena, Texas, and Neicole Trahan, Monica Trahan and Haley Trahan, all of Moss Bluff; and one great-grandson, Bryce James Sanders of Lake Charles; two great-great-grandsons, Coley Jouett of Pasadena and Ethan Paul Gann of Sulphur. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bivon James “B.J.” Thomason. Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, from Living Way Pentecostal Church, 1617 East McNeese St. The Revs. Charles Nugent and Eddie Sermon will officiate. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation is 10 a.m.-10 p.m. today in the funeral home and from 9 a.m. Thursday in the church. Evely L. Tilley — 7/31/2002 MERRYVILLE — Evely Lee Tilley, 70, died Tuesday, July 30, 2002, at her residence. She was a native and lifelong resident of Merryville. Survivors include her husband, David Tilley of Merryville; her mother, Gracie Myers of Merryville; four daughters, Dorene Gothreaux of Sulphur, Mary Thompson and Margaret Lanier, both of Merryville, and Rachel Miers of Singer; one son, Samuel Tilley of Merryville; four brothers, Jimmie Ray Myers and Douglas Myers, both of Merryville, Forret Myers of Welsh and Phillip Myers of DeRidder; three sisters, Orlis Yawn of Summerall, Miss., Dorlis Pippin of Crowley and Tanga Sellers of Merryville; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be Thursday, Aug. 1, at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder. The Revs. Hardy Droddy and James Hamilton will officiate. Burial will be in Merryville Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Margaret S. Washington — 7/31/2002 Margaret S. Washington, 73, died Sunday, July 28, 2002, in her residence. She was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where she was a member of the altar and rosary societies. Survivors include one daughter, Beverly Weston of Lake Charles; three sons, Samuel P. Washington of Houston and Warren M. Washington and Francis P. Washington, both of Lake Charles; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, from Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. Henry Mancuso will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation is from 9:30 a.m. Thursday in the church.