Obituaries

Memphis Grace Mcfatter

Memphis Grace Mcfatter

Oct 22, 2018

Memphis Grace McFatter, infant, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, October 22, 2018.

Those left to cherish her memory are parents, Evan Burch and Megan McFatter of DeRidder, LA; brother, Bryson McFatter; sister, Elizabeth McFatter; grandparents, Denis and Samantha McFatter of DeRidder, LA; paternal grandfather, Randall Burch; and a...

William Watson Hughes, Jr.

William Watson Hughes, Jr.

Oct 22, 2018

Brother William Watson Hughes, Jr., of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, October 22, 2018. He loved the Lord and spread his message for 55 years as a Lay Minister and later as Pastor of Charity Tabernacle of Dry Creek, LA. He loved to farm, sing, and spoil his grandchildren.

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Hazel Richard

Hazel Richard

Oct 21, 2018

Hazel Richard, 89, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, October 21, 2018.

She loved to spend time gardening in the yard. Mom always made the best gumbo and chicken & dumplings.  She was a member and well known as Green Leaf in the Four Winds Tribe of Louisiana Cherokee...

Dorothy Diane Baggett

Dorothy Diane Baggett

Oct 18, 2018

Dorothy Diane Baggett, 59, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, October 18, 2018.

She had many loves and just some of her favorites were southern cooking, canning jellies and fishing. She devoted her time to singing, praying and sending her daily devotions to many family and friends. Her grandchildren were her passion...

Kenneth Rabon Holaway

Kenneth Rabon Holaway

Oct 18, 2018

Kenneth “Bud” Rabon Holaway, 80, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on  Thursday, October 18, 2018.

Those left to cherish his memory are his spouse, Opal Poindexter Holaway of DeRidder, LA; daughters, Kathy Mitchell and Chris of Many, LA, Debra Johnson and Charlie of Sulphur, LA, Amanda Smith of DeRidder, LA...

Joy Evelyn Parish

Joy Evelyn Parish

Oct 16, 2018

Joy Evelyn Parish, 87, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, October 16, 2018.

Ganny loved spending time with her family and she loved serving the Lord.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Rhonda Mier of DeRidder, LA; grandchildren, Brandi Alford of DeRidder, LA...

Henrietta Hull

Henrietta Hull

Oct 16, 2018

Henrietta Hull, 82, of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Tuesday, October 16, 2018.

Marvin E. Hull,78, of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Saturday, December 8, 2012. He was a veteran of the Army and Air Force.

In a bittersweet moment another angel has found her...

Doris Elizabeth Duginski

Doris Elizabeth Duginski

Oct 14, 2018

Doris Elizabeth Duginski, 81, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, October 14, 2018.

She loved the time she had when playing bingo with family and friends.

Those left to cherish her memory are spouse, Raymond Duginski of DeRidder, LA; sons, Robert Geisler and Barbel of Germany...

Ethel M. Griffin

Ethel M. Griffin

Oct 10, 2018

Ethel M. Griffin, 92, of Longville, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, October 10, 2018.

Those left to cherish her memories are sister, Vera Roy and longtime friend, Tina Metcalf both of Longville, LA; and a host of cousins, family and friends. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Dan,...

David Lee Johnson

David Lee Johnson

Oct 9, 2018

David Lee “Heavy D” Johnson departed this life on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 in Lake Charles, Louisiana at Christus St. Patrick‘s Hospital.

He was born in DeRidder, Louisiana on December 27, 1952, to the son of the late John Arthur Johnson and Bertha White Buckley. David served in the US Army national...

Titus Lee Perkins

Titus Lee Perkins

Oct 8, 2018

Titus Lee Perkins, 2, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Monday, October 8, 2018. Titus was one of the happiest kids around.  He was known for his big ol’ smile that lit up the room.  He touched many people’s lives and will be greatly missed.

Those left to cherish his...

Opal Margaret Burge Cooley

Opal Margaret Burge Cooley

Oct 8, 2018

Opal Margaret Burge Cooley, 80, of Singer, LA, passed from this life on Monday, October, 8, 2018.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 62 years, J. LaRue Cooley of Singer, LA; sons, Jarvis W. Cooley and Kathryn of Singer, LA, M. Kevin Cooley and Deborah of Singer,...

Ryan Douglas Malone

Ryan Douglas Malone

Oct 5, 2018

Ryan Douglas Malone, 42, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, October 5, 2018.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 24 years, Beverly Malone, DeRidder, LA; sons, Nethaneel Malone of Rosepine, LA, Elias Malone of DeRidder, LA, Benjamine Malone of DeRidder, LA, Stephen Malone of DeRidder,...

Joyce Marie Perkins Smith

Joyce Marie Perkins Smith

Oct 5, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Joyce Marie Perkins Smith announce her peaceful passing on October 5, 2018.  She was in the comfort of her home surrounded by those who she cherished most.  Joyce, 68, was born on May 5th, 1950 to Ebbie and Odine White Perkins.

She was...

Margie Batiste Dupas

Margie Batiste Dupas

Oct 4, 2018

Margie Batiste Dupas, 91, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, October 4, 2018.

Margie enjoyed her daisy flowers and gardening. Her dogs were her passion. In her spare time, she loved to paint and sew.

Those left to cherish her memory are sons, Joseph Dupas and...

Robert Mitchell Rayford

Robert Mitchell Rayford

Oct 2, 2018

Robert Mitchell Rayford, 75, was born November 6, 1942, to James and Teresa Rayford.  He was blessed to be raised by Pauline Elsey (Momma) in Pittsburg, CA. He attended Pittsburg High School before enlisting in the Army and then the Marine Corp. He later became a welder for the USS Posco Steel Mill, then working for the State...

Charles Wayne Myers

Charles Wayne Myers

Oct 2, 2018

Charles Wayne Myers, 73, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, October 2, 2018.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Angela Reimer and Michael of Westlake, LA, Lisa Decker and Doug of DeRidder, LA, Quinda Powell and Kendal of DeRidder, LA, Jessie Boose and Jason of Leesville,...

Lonnie "Lionel" Luther Hill

Lonnie "Lionel" Luther Hill

Sep 30, 2018

Lonnie "Lionel" Luther Hill, 74, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, September 30, 2018.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Gloria Hill of Merryville, LA; sons, Terrance Samuel of Bon Wier, TX and LaShane L. Hill of Merryville, LA; daughters, Melanie and Earl Colton, Jr. of...

Clinton Lee Foshee

Clinton Lee Foshee

Sep 30, 2018

Clinton Lee Foshee, 74, of Leesville, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, September 30, 2018.

Mr. Foshee loved to go fishing and hunting and enjoyed 4-wheeler riding. He also enjoyed reading a good book.

Those left to cherish his memory are sons, Clinton Anthony Foshee and Linda of...

Linda J. Mackey

Linda J. Mackey

Sep 26, 2018

Linda J. Mackey, 73, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 26, 2018.

Those left to cherish her memory are sons, Johnny Cryer and Donna of DeRidder, LA, Scott Cryer and Bonnie of Haslet, TX, and Laine Cryer and Hallie of Longville, LA; daughter, Lori Sylvest of DeRidder, LA;...