Obituaries

Dana B. Farmer

Dana B. Farmer

Aug 12, 2016

Dana B. Farmer, 45 of DeRidder, La., passed from this life on Friday, August 12, 2016.

Funeral services will be held Friday, August 19, 2016, at 10:00 A.M. at Unity Baptist Church in DeRidder, La.  Burial will follow at Newlin Cemetery in DeRidder, La.

Timothy Dean Stracner

Timothy Dean Stracner

Aug 12, 2016

Timothy Dean Stracner, 56, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, August 12, 2016 in DeRidder, LA.

Those left to cherish his memory: son, Timothy Paul Stracner & wife Sarah of Bremerton, WA; daughters, Jessica Anne Deskins & husband Jared of Tallahassee, FL, Sarah Grey-Diane LeDoux & husband David of...

Castoria T. Bolden

Castoria T. Bolden

Aug 12, 2016

Castoria T. Bolden, 71, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, August 12, 2016 in Lake Charles, LA.

At an early age, Castoria was baptized at Starlight Baptist Church in Coushatta, LA.Those left to cherish her memory are  sons, Jessie Dale Bolden of DeRidder, LA, Joseph Lee Bolden & wife...

M.B. Franks

M.B. Franks

Aug 6, 2016

M.B. Franks, 97, of Oretta, LA passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2016. He was a faithful Christian and preached the gospel of Jesus Christ for 80 years. He served as minister for several Churches of Christ in Southwest Louisiana and was the minister at Lone Pine Church of Christ in Merryville when he became ill.

Doug Myers

Doug Myers

Aug 5, 2016

Doug Myers, 73, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Friday, August 5, 2016 in Merryville, LA.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Carolyn “Kay” Myers of Merryville, LA; sons, Douglas Myers & companion Mollie Huff of Vidor, TX, William Dale Myers & wife Elizabeth of Starks, LA;...

Joseph S. Kascak, Jr.

Joseph S. Kascak, Jr.

Aug 3, 2016

Joseph S. Kascak Jr., 75, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on August 3, 2016.

Funeral services will be held at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home on Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.  Visitation will be at 12 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m., also at the funeral home.  Deacon Al Weinnig...

Dennis Scott Trask, Jr.

Dennis Scott Trask, Jr.

Aug 3, 2016

Dennis Scott Trask, Jr., 55, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, August 3, 2016.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA.

James Robert "Bob" Eaves

James Robert "Bob" Eaves

Jul 31, 2016

Funeral services for Mr. James Robert "Bob" Eaves, 77, of Merryville, La will be held at 2:00, Thursday, August 4, 2016 at Merryville United Methodist Church Merryville, Louisiana. Interment will follow at Cannon Cemetery in Merryville, Louisiana. The family will receive friends at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Wednesday, August 3, from 5pm-9pm.

James Stevison

James Stevison

Jul 31, 2016

James Stevison, 86, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, July 31, 2016 in Lake Charles, LA.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 5, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA.  Burial will follow in Miller Cemetery in Cottonwood, LA.

Lauretta Jones

Lauretta Jones

Jul 28, 2016

Lauretta Jones, 55, of Merryville, LA passed from this life on Thursday, July 28, 2016 in DeRidder, LA.

Betty Bradshaw

Betty Bradshaw

Jul 26, 2016

Betty Bradshaw, 74, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 in DeRidder.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 10:00 AM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Burial will follow in Beauregard Cemetery.

Johnnie Robinson, Jr.

Johnnie Robinson, Jr.

Jul 23, 2016

Johnnie Robinson, Jr., 86, entered into eternal rest at his residence on Saturday, July 23, 2016.  The celebration of Johnnie Robinson’s life will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2016, 1:00 p.m., at the First Baptist Church of DeRidder, La. Viewing will begin at 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00.  Reverend Daniel Stafford, pastor of...

Madlen Ashworth Naquin

Madlen Ashworth Naquin

Jul 22, 2016

Madlen Ashworth Naquin, 77, of DeQuincy, LA, passed from this life on Friday, July 22, 2016.

Funeral service will be held Sunday, July 24, 2016 at 4:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA.  Burial will follow at Beauregard Cemetery in DeRidder, LA.

Steven D. Harbison

Steven D. Harbison

Jul 21, 2016

Steven D. Harbison, 55, of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Thursday, July 21, 2016 in Sugartown, LA.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Stephanie Presley Harbison of DeRidder, LA; son, Caleb Harbison of DeRidder, LA; daughter, Morgan Harbison of DeRidder, LA; parents, Bob & Vercie Harbison of...

Judy Rae Simpson

Judy Rae Simpson

Jul 16, 2016

Judy Rae Simpson, 73, of DeRidder, Louisiana passed from this life on Saturday, July 16, 2016 in Lake Charles. Judy was a devoted mother to her children.  She loved her pets and doted on them.  Judy was domestically gifted and enjoyed needlework, crochet, drawing and cooking.  She was creative and artistic and passed that ability to her grandchildren...

Daniel Norman Lindsey

Daniel Norman Lindsey

Jul 13, 2016

Daniel Norman Lindsey, Sr., 78, of Longville, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Dan was a Navy veteran, serving his country on President Kennedy’s ship the USS Northampton from 1958-1963.  He was aboard the ship heading to Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis in October 1962.  He spent 10 years in...

Richard Gary Wilson

Richard Gary Wilson

Jul 11, 2016

Richard Gary Wilson was called home on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 7:19 AM surrounded by family.  He was of the young age of 72 years.  He was born July 19, 1943 in Talladega, AL.  He was a brick mason for 50+ years up until the time of his illness.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman.  He...

Gregory Thomas

Gregory Thomas

Jul 10, 2016

Gregory Thomas, 49, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, July 10, 2016 in Sulphur, LA.

Mr. Gregory liked to fish and hunt. He worked 25 years as a cement finisher. He loved all sports. Mr. Gregory was comical and well loved by his family and friends.

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Robert Lee "Coach" Mccoy

Robert Lee "Coach" Mccoy

Jul 9, 2016

Robert Lee “Coach” McCoy was born November 28, 1934 to the late Johnny McCoy and Orelia Porter in Longville, LA. He was a 1953 graduate of the Beauregard Parish Training School. Following graduation he furthered his education at Grambling State University where he graduated in 1957 with a Bachelor of Arts in Education.  An outstanding athlete who loved...

Corrine "Dollie" Parker Knight

Corrine "Dollie" Parker Knight

Jul 7, 2016

Corrine “Dollie” Parker Knight, 61, died peacefully on July 7, 2016 in DeRidder, Louisiana after a struggle with ovarian cancer.

Dollie was born April 20, 1955 to Hugh and Adel Parker in DeRidder, Louisiana where she resided most of her life. She was a loving and devoted mother, sister, and friend, but...