Dec 5, 2013

Alton B. “Jack” Mitchell, 84, of Bon Wier, TX, passed from this life on Thursday, December 5, 2013 in Newton, TX.  Those left to cherish his memory are his sisters, Anna Faye Hryhorchuk of Carthage, TX and Shirley R. Thompson of Merryville, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Dec 2, 2013

Oliver D. Ellis, 97, affectionately known as “Sarge” entered into time on April 17, 1916, in Lubbock, TX.  He was the second son of John Ellis and Alice Wilson Ellis.  Both parents, his sister, Johnetta, and brothers, John Jr., Tommy, and William, preceded him in death.  Oliver accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized.  He served...

Dec 1, 2013

Essie Esther Welch Harper West, 91 of Rosepine, LA passed from this life on Sunday, December 1, 2013.  Mrs. West was born February 13, 1922 in Sugartown, LA, and lived in the Sugartown area until the 1970’s when she moved to New Llano.  She retired from Fort Polk in the 1980’s.  She enjoyed gardening, fishing at her Toledo...

Nov 30, 2013

Joyce “Kathy” Anderson, 59 of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, November 30, 2013.  Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Tori Hernandez and husband David of DeRidder, LA; grandchildren, Ethan, Evan, and Emilia Hernandez; brother, Tim Hughes of DeRidder, LA; sisters, Carol Moore and husband Kirk of Moss Bluff, LA,  and Jonell Ferebee...

Nov 30, 2013

Helen Marie Dickerson, 89, peacefully entered heaven on November 30, 2013.  Helen was born in DeRidder on May 14, 1924.  She lived a life of faith and was a beautiful example of strength, courage, and unconditional love to her family.  She is survived by her husband, Jim Dickerson, of 43 wonderful years; her sons, Jimmy Boitnott and Danny...

Nov 30, 2013

Wanda Louise Nance, 74, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at her home.  Those left to cherish her memory are her husband William Nance of Merryville, LA; daughters, Janie Kim Hines and husband B.J. of Belton, TX, Margaret Jan Scott and husband Craig of Lake Jackson, TX, and Teresa Ann Yeager of...

Nov 29, 2013

Gerald Franklin Whittington, 68, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, November 29, 2013 in Alexandria.    Gerald worked in forestry for 40 years.  He was caregiver for his wife and daughter. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Linda Whittington of DeRidder, LA; daughters, Linda Lynette Coker and husband Douglas of Leesville, LA; Jeanette...

Nov 28, 2013

Mrs. Elmer John Royston passed from this life on Thursday, November 28, 2013 at 1:10 am.  He was 92 years old, born April 11, 1921 in Natchitoches, LA.  Before moving to DeRidder, he worked at Fort Polk as a carpenter, served in the U.S. Army for two years, and then moved to DeRidder in 1945.  After moving to...

Nov 28, 2013

Angelia R. Hickman, 49, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, November 28, 2013 at her home.  Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Stephen Hickman of DeRidder, LA; son, D’Alan Hickman; stepdaughter, Shaquinta Hickman; mother, Estella Sparks of DeRidder, LA, and the late, Malley Sparks; father, Fred Parrott and wife Francis of DeRidder,...

Nov 27, 2013

Clifford H. Pruitt, Jr., 56, born in Lake Charles, LA on May 9, 1957, lost his battle to lung cancer on November 27, 2013.  He fought courageously for more than 3 years.  Cliff graduated from DeRidder High School in 1976 and spent many years in a successful retail career allowing him to travel around the world including most...

Nov 27, 2013

Addie Lucille Wingate, 95, of Singer, LA passed from this life on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 in DeRidder, LA.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Charles R. Wingate and wife Maria of Merryville, LA; daughter, Lydia Colligan and husband Charles of Singer, LA; grandchildren, Joel Colligan of Dallas, TX...

Nov 27, 2013

Wilfred James Richard, 60, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at his home.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Judy Richard of DeRidder, LA; mother, Janell Ernst of Rosepine, LA; brothers, Preston Richard and wife of Sulphur, LA, Raymond Richard and wife of...

Nov 27, 2013

Winnie Reeves Eaves, 73 of Merryville, LA passed from this life on Wednesday, November 27, 2013. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband: David Eaves of Merryville, LA: Son. Titus Tidwell and fiancé Tammy Welch of Reeves, LA. Daughter, Owena Wing and husband Eddie of Moss Bluff, LA. Stepson, Chad Eaves of Merryville, LA. Stepdaughter, Kristi...

Nov 24, 2013

Roosevelt Dotson, Jr. 71 of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, November 24, 2013.  He is survived by his son, Gerald Dotson of Baton Rouge, LA.

Nov 23, 2013

Mrs. Shelby (Billie Hicks) Oakes, 87, of DeRidder, LA passed away Saturday, November 23, 2013.  She was born in Groveton, TX, September 17, 1926 to Horace Hicks and Anna Barton Hicks.  The family moved to Winnfield, LA when she was 5 years old.  Upon her marriage to Shelby, they made their home in DeRidder.  Mrs. Oakes was a...

Nov 19, 2013

Patsy Irene Brister McLeod, 66, of Singer, LA passed from this life on Tuesday, November 19, 2013. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Gerald M. (Mike) McLeod of Singer, LA: Stepdaughter, Patti Bonin and husband (Keith) of DeQuincy, LA. Stepson, Roy McLeod and wife Stephanie of Sour Lake, TX. Step granddaughters, Nikki and Darci Bonin...

Nov 17, 2013

Larry Basco, 62, of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Sunday, November 17, 2013 in Lake Charles, LA.  Those left to cherish his memory are his parents, James and Bernice Cole of DeRidder, LA; sons, Jason W. Basco and Bubba Wisby; 3 grandchildren, Baleigh, Bradley and Cameron, and soul mate, Sydney Joseph of Sulphur, LA. He was...

Nov 16, 2013

Katherine Ashworth White, 87, of Oakdale, LA passed from this life on Saturday, November 16, 2013 in Alexandria, LA.  Those left to cherish his memory are her sons, Thomas White, Jr and Louis Ray White, both of Oakland, CA; daughter, Mary Holmes of Oakdale, LA; sister, Deloise Jamison of Richmond, CA; brother, Henry Ashworth of Richmond, CA; 7...

Nov 12, 2013

Richard Harris, Jr., 67, of Rosepine, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at his home.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Janie Harris of Rosepine, LA; sister, Neaomi Harris of DeRidder, LA; sister-in-law, Jenny Tilly Hopkins and husband Bert of Rosepine, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews...

Nov 9, 2013

Willie Paul Jones, 75, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, November 9, 2013.

Those left to cherish his memory are his brother, Roy Davis of DeRidder, LA; sons, Gregory, Randy, William, Wesley and Stevie Jones, all of the Albequerque, New Mexico area; and devoted close friend who was like a brother, Howard...