Local Obituaries
Serena LaBouve
Jan 23, 2025
Serena LaBouve, 54, of Jennings, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, January 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Miguez Funeral Home on Sunday January 26, 2025, beginning at 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Monday January 27, 2025, until the time of service.
A funeral service...
Frank Paul Monceaux
Jan 15, 2025
Frank Paul Monceaux was born on January 12, 1951, in Gueydan, LA, and peacefully passed away on January 15, 2025, at his residence with his devoted family by his side. While his ailment may have taken him from this earth too soon, it never robbed him of his love for his family.
Frank was a third-generation rice and soybean farmer, and,...
Ricky Aucoin
Jan 10, 2025
The family of Ricky Cyrus Aucoin, of Jennings, announces his passing on January 10, 2025, at the age of 56.
A gathering of friends and family of Mr. Ricky will be held on Tuesday January 14, 2025, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel, beginning at 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.
Funeral services to honor Ricky's life will begin at 2:00...
Ronald "Ron" LeBlanc
Jan 8, 2025
Ronald “Ron” Charles LeBlanc, 79, of Jennings passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
Ron was born on February 18, 1945, in Jennings to Oza LeBlanc and Mary Miller LeBlanc. He worked as a sales representative for Davidson Sash and Door for many years. His love of woodworking in his shop made his...
John Roache
Jan 5, 2025
Jennings
John Allen Roche, 56, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on September 28, 1968, in Lafayette, LA to John Gladue Roche, Jr. and Louella Ann Schexnider.
Those left to cherish his memory are one sister, Lorilyn Roche, one brother, Justin (Meagan) Schexnider, both of Crowley, five nephews, Kenneth (Abbie) Roche, Noah and Kohen Schexnider, Hayden...
Desi Brooke Davis
Jan 2, 2025
Desira “Desi” Brooke Davis, of Jennings, LA, passed away on January 2, 2025, at the age of 44.
Desi was born on October 10, 1980, to Ronald Shuff and Peggy Duhon Davis, in Crowley, Louisiana. She always had a smile and laugh that was contagious to those around her. Desi had that “hippie” soul and she loved her plants and always...
"Sonny" Cleveland Myers, Jr.
Jan 2, 2025
Cleveland "Sonny" Myers Jr. passed away January 2, 2025 peacefully with his daughters and sons in law by his side.
Sonny was a man of many passions, a jack of all trades, and most of all a father whose love knew no bounds. Sonny's love for his daughters and step daughters shined through like a beam of sunshine. His pride for...
Judy Scherer Dyson
Jan 2, 2025
Judy Lee Scherer Dyson, 66, of Lake Arthur, LA, passed away on January 2, 2025.
A gathering of family and friends will be held on Tuesday January 7, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Lake Arthur, beginning at 9:00 a.m. until the time of her service at 2:00 p.m. Funeral services will be officiated by Pastor Jared Thomas. Following the service,...
Roger Dale Fontenot
Dec 31, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Roger Dale Fontenot of Lake Arthur.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Roger will be held on Monday January 6, 2025, at St. Raphael Catholic Church in Iowa, LA, beginning at 1:00 p.m., with Reverand Anthony Fontenot officiating. A private graveside will be held in Grand Lake...
Mary Debarge
Dec 30, 2024
Jennings
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Lou Holland DeBarge, 84, of Hathaway, LA.
Mrs. Mary was born on August 22, 1940, in Hayes, LA, to Eunice Holland and Anna Mae Ardoin Holland. In 1959, Mary married the love of her life and soon after he joined the United States Air Force. Being from the little...
Lynn Bertrand
Dec 28, 2024
Carol Lynn Bertrand, age 60, passed away December 28, 2024.
She was a resident of Lake Arthur, Louisiana, and a graduate of Lake Arthur High School. Lynn had a passion for traveling around the back roads of the countryside and taking photographs of the different beautiful landscapes of Louisiana, specifically Lake Arthur. A hardworking woman, Lynn worked at Securitas for many...
Barbara Jean Marshall
Dec 24, 2024
Barbara Jean Marshall, 85, affectionately known as "Grandma" from Basile, LA passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024 surrounded by loved ones.
Barbara was born in Danville, VA on July 5, 1939, daughter of Matthew William Moore and Clara Lucille Moore. Upon moving to Louisiana in 2015, Barbara rapidly became a member of the community. She could often be found at the...
David Carl Trahan
Dec 24, 2024
David Trahan, 63, of Jennings, passed away in his home on December 24, 2024.
David loved three things: God, His Family, and His Property.
God was always first in David's heart. He could be seen reading his Bible and taking notes in his devotional. Sometimes, he would put good old gospel hymns on that reminded him of his childhood.
He was known to...
Brenda LeJeune
Dec 23, 2024
Brenda Marie LeJeune, 74, of Jennings, LA, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024.
A gathering of family and friends will be held on Sunday December 29, 2024, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings, beginning at 1:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. A rosary will be held at 5:00 p.m., with a funeral service immediately following. Funeral services will be...
Buddy Crochet
Dec 23, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ivy "Buddy" Ray Crochet, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left us peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the age of 81. Buddy was born on August 11, 1943, in Jennings, LA, and throughout his life, he became a cornerstone of his community and a source of...
Cheryl Vicknair Rainwater
Dec 21, 2024
Cheryl’s many adventures began shortly after the 1st day of Spring, March 23rd, 1955. The American Legion Hospital, Jennings LA. Born Cheryl Faye Vicknair.
Cheryl’s childhood was filled with adventure. From flying in the hopper of her Fathers AG- CAT crop duster as a child, to gaining her license as a teenager and flying solo in her hometown. Cheryl delivered milk...
Marvin Richard
Dec 21, 2024
Marvin Lynn Richard, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Lake Arthur on December 21, 2024, at the age of 70. A hardworking man and a true jack-of-all-trades, Marvin was known for his love of the outdoors and the countless hours he spent in his shop, crafting beautiful pieces of woodwork. His...
Bryan Gary
Dec 21, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Bryan "Pappy" Kirk Gary, 62, of Jennings, LA, announces his passing on December 21, 2024.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday December 26, 2024, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings at 2:00 p.m. A gathering of friends and family will begin at 10:00 a.m. and continue until the time...
Elizabeth Ann Barrilleaux
Dec 19, 2024
A celebratory memorial of the life of Elizabeth "Ann" Barrilleaux will be held on Saturday February 8th, 2025, at Miguez Funeral Home in Lake Arthur, LA, beginning at 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. A service to celebrate her life will be held at 2:00 p.m., in the chapel, with Pastor Jared Thomas officiating. A private inurnment will be held in...
Rodrick Gotte
Dec 17, 2024
Rodrick Dale "Joe Boy" Gotte, 58, of Gotts Cove Community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, surrounded by those he loved best.
Services for Mr. Gotte will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., at Grace Community Church with Pastor Kevin Colsen officiating. Burial will follow in the Grace Community Cemetery under the direction...
