Sep 5, 2021

David Glen Williamson was born on February 27, 1952 to Melvin and Dorothy Williamson. He spent most of his childhood raised in Merryville, Louisiana where he hunted, fished, played cowboys and Indians and watched the trains go by. He met the love of his life, Nelda Faye Corbett in the halls of Merryville High School. For many years,...

Sep 3, 2021

Daisy N. Geiger of DeRidder, Louisiana passed away Friday, September 3, 2021 at 92 after a brief illness.

Born in Merryville, LA March 30, 1929, Daisy graduated as valedictorian of Merryville High School. She retired from a career at International Paper in 1985 and became an important part of the DeRidder community...

Sep 3, 2021

Betty Jo James Presley, 71, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, September 3, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of fifty-three years, Stephen Presley of DeRidder, LA; son, Russell Presley and Melissa of DeRidder, LA; daughters, Stephanie Presley, DeeDee Phelps and Brad, Brandie Johnson...

Sep 1, 2021

Glenda Gail Parker Goodwin, 55, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of thirty-four years, Michael Goodwin of Merryville, LA; sons Joey Goodwin and Charity of DeRidder, LA, Devan Goodwin of Rosepine, LA, Tristin Goodwin of Merryville,...

Sep 1, 2021

Thomas K. “T.K.” Craft, 78, of Evans, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.

His Lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant….

T.K. Craft started his journey in Evans, LA, where he was raised with four older sisters, whom...

Aug 30, 2021

Marvin Ray Bailey, 84, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 30, 2021.

Marvin was a cattleman, a family man, and a friend. He was born November 29, 1936 to Elmer and Elizabeth Bailey. He grew up in Rosepine and graduated from RHS in 1955. He married Merle Goodwin...

Aug 30, 2021

Fairy Mae Granberry, 90, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, August 30, 2021.

Fairy Mae Granberry was born to Julius and Claudia Granberry on July 24, 1931. She graduated high school in May of 1948. She later moved to Lake Charles in 1957 and worked for LA Savings formerly...

Aug 30, 2021

Clarence Pateman McKnight, Jr., 85, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, August 30, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Mike McKnight and Lanie of Mandeville, LA, Patti Lucas and Nolan of Nashville, TN, James Cooper and Anita of Houston, TX, John Cooper and Carol of...

Aug 30, 2021

David Joseph Gormanous, 60, of Deridder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, August 30, 2021.

David was an angel sent to us, he was loved by all who knew him and he will be dearly missed.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving...

Aug 29, 2021

Lillian Marie Stracener Doyle, 53, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, August 29, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of seventeen years, Tommy Dearing of DeRidder, LA; sons, Scottie Doyle and Mario Doyle, both of DeRidder, LA; son-in-law, Josh Carpenter of DeRidder, LA; daughters,...

Aug 29, 2021

Helen Griffin Sharber, 62, of Westlake, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, August 29, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of thirteen years, John Sharber of Westlake, LA; sons, Raymond Jackson of DeRidder, LA, Chris Wilson and Amy of Longville, LA; daughters, Amanda Busby and Jeremy...

Aug 28, 2021

Willie Jean Craig Ellis, 76, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her brothers, Johnny Craig of DeRidder, LA; sisters, Leola Mazyck of DeRidder, LA, Ruby Taylor of Forrest City, AR and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and...

Aug 28, 2021

Mark Eugene Clark, 61, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Mark was a loving and hardworking man. He loved to hunt and fish, but most of all he loved spending time with his family. Mark was beloved by many, he knew no stranger. In all the...

Aug 28, 2021

Darlene Sue Simmons Hare, 78, of Lake Charles, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Malcolm Hare, Jr. and Keitha of Merryville, LA, Stephen Hare and Evelyn of DeRidder, LA, Jon Hare and Tina of Moss Bluff, LA; daughter, Laura...

Aug 27, 2021

Annette J. Norton, 61, of Leesville, LA, passed from this life on Friday, August 27, 2021.

Annette was a loving sister, mother and nana. She enjoyed doing puzzles and crocheting in her free time. She was dearly loved and will be missed by all who knew her.

Aug 25, 2021

Elizabeth Anne Travis Hooper, 70, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

Known to many as “Anne”, she was a treasure of a person. She was and is still loved by all who knew her. Anne was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and those who...

Aug 24, 2021

Richard Allen “Dickie” Brooks, Sr., 65, of Sugartown, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 24, 2021.

In his younger years “Dickie” worked in the oilfield and ran equipment. In 1990 he went to work for the City of DeRidder and retired from there after 25 years. He was a member...

Aug 23, 2021

John Dent Thurman, 63, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Monday, August 23, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his brother, Jake Thurman of Merryville, LA; sister, Rose Thurman Davis and Bill of Water Valley, TX; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

Aug 22, 2021

Sandra Renee McGee, 56 of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, August 22, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Kevin McGee and Kari Jo of DeRidder, LA; brother, Ronnie McGee of DeRidder, LA; aunt, Diane Kenner and Buddy of Doyline, LA; grandchildren, Kameryn, Kenley, Kane and...

Aug 20, 2021

Earl LaFleur, Jr. passed away on August 20, 2021, in Spiro, Oklahoma at the age of 73.  He was born on August 18, 1948 in Ville Platte, Louisiana to Earl Sr. and Amy (Miller) LaFleur. Earl retired from the I.L.A. (International Longshoreman Association) Local 2047 in Lake Charles, Louisiana.  In 1998 he moved to the Spiro, Oklahoma area...