Local Obituaries
Jeanne Qualey
Sep 28, 2024
On September 28, 2024, Jeanne Theresa Phillpott Qualey, 75, passed away from a long illness surrounded by family.
She was born on June 12, 1949, to James and Joyce Phillpott in New Orleans, La. As the second of eight children, Jeanne enjoyed a childhood filled with love and companionship. After graduating as a National Merit Finalist from Sacred Heart School on...
Rebecca Joyce Gillespie
Sep 26, 2024
Rebecca Joyce Gillespie, 63, passed away on September 26, 2024.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday October 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., in the Miguez Funeral Home chapel with Brother Eric Crochet officiating.
Visitation for Mrs. Rebecca will be held at Miguez Funeral Home, on Monday October 7, 2024, beginning at 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will resume Tuesday morning...
J.C. McMillan
Sep 26, 2024
Mr. J.C. McMillan passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Lake Charles. He was born on August 2, 1937, in Jennings, LA to Orval and Iola Thomas McMillan. He was a lifelong resident of Roanoke. He was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Welsh.
Mr. McMillan was a retired Chief MSgt, having served in...
Justice Marcus R. Clark
Sep 25, 2024
The Honorable Justice Marcus R. Clark, retired Louisiana Supreme Court Justice, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in Gainesville, Georgia. He was 68 years old.
A Celebration of Life Service for Justice Clark will be held October 15, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary of The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities, 1255 Glenwood Drive, West Monroe, Louisiana with Pastor...
Lester Barrilleaux
Sep 23, 2024
Jennings
Lester Antoine Barrilleaux, 89, born October 31, 1934, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024. He was a resident of Jennings, LA for over 30 years, with his loving wife of 54 years, Margia Mae Touchet Barrilleaux.
Lester graduated from West Jefferson High School in Harvey, LA, and worked in the shipbuilding industry at Avondale Shipyard and McDermott as a supervisor,...
Kaleb Istre
Sep 20, 2024
Funeral services for Kaleb Paul Istre, 19, will be held on Thursday October 3, 2024, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings, beginning at 1:00 p.m., with Pastor Mike Trahan officiating.
A gathering of friends and family will be held on Thursday October 3, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 1:00 p.m. He will be...
Annelise LeGros
Sep 18, 2024
Infant daughter of Peyton LeGros and Kaitlin Hofer, Annelise Fairy LeGros, woke in the arms of Jesus on September 18, 2024.
Annelise is survived by her parents; brothers, Hassen Abel, Kyden Owens, and Riley LeGros; sister, Khaleesi LeGros; maternal uncle, Luke Hofer; maternal grandmother, Beth Farquhar; maternal great-great grandmother, Lucille Gordon; paternal uncle, Aidan Walker; paternal aunt, Mya Jordan; paternal grandmother,...
Frances Byler
Sep 18, 2024
Ellena Frances Phillips Byler, age 75, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2024, at Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings, Louisiana. She was born on April 10, 1949, in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Walter and Regina Phillips. She was a resident of Lake Arthur, Louisiana and a 1967 graduate of Lagrange Senior High School. She was a graduate of McNeese...
William Pinch, Jr.
Sep 16, 2024
William John “Billy” Pinch, Jr., 77, of Welsh, passed away on September 16, 2024, after a brief, but hard fought and courageous battle with cancer.
Visitation for Billy will begin on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with the Most Holy Rosary being prayed at 6:00 p.m. It will resume at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, September 20,...
Mark Guidry
Sep 11, 2024
Mark Wayne Guidry, 63, beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather, passed away on September 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 6, 1961, in Lake Arthur, Mark was the son of Alvin and Della Marceaux Guidry.
Mark, who worked as a Supervisor in the Oil and Gas industry at CHI, was a dedicated family man who cherished every...
Sheilah Mcdow Smith
Sep 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Sheilah Mcdow Smith, 84, of Jennings, LA.
Sheilah was born on July 26, 1940, in Welsh, LA, to Floyd Mcdow and Margaret Hebert Mcdow. She was a devoted school teacher in Jefferson Davis Parish for over 25 years. Being a member of United Methodist Church, you can often find...
Sadie P. Doucet
Sep 7, 2024
Sadie Marie Doucet was born September 10, 1926 and passed away from this life September 7, 2024.
Affectionately known to her family as, “Mawmaw”, Sadie enjoyed her life with her family in the center. She was lovingly married to her husband, Lester, for total of 50 years. Together, they left a legacy of faith in Christ to their three children and...
Linda Stockwell
Sep 6, 2024
It is with both heavy and joyful hearts, the Stockwell family celebrates Linda's journey through life in this world to life eternal. Linda passed away on Friday September 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving husband and children.
Linda Stockwell was born on August 26, 1952, in Lake Charles, LA, to Vernon and Mary Lee Stodder. She graduated from...
Ruby Johnson
Sep 2, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ms. Ruby Perry Johnson, 83, on September 2, 2024.
Visitation for Ms. Ruby will be held on Friday September 6, 2024, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings, beginning at 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Funeral services will take place in the chapel at 12:00 p.m. with Brother Roy...
Trenton J. Evans
Aug 29, 2024
The family of Trenton J. Evans announces his passing on August 29, 2024, at the age of 19.
Trenton was born on June 23, 2005. He was a graduate of Seton Home School. He was a man that was always lending a hand to help someone. He was a member of Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church, where he served...
Annarie B. Dennis
Aug 28, 2024
The family of Annarie B. Dennis, announces her passing on August 28, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.
Born Mary Annarie Blanchard, the youngest of five children, on Veterans Day, in 1931, to French speaking parents, Dora Vallot (Blanchard) and Marcial Blanchard. She began elementary school unable to speak English but soon became bilingual. She graduated from Jennings High School in...
Linda O'Brien
Aug 27, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Linda Gail Guidroz O'Brien, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, Nynna and friend on August 27, 2024.
Born in the middle of the last century on September 1, 1950, to Bertha and Esdras Guidroz. She was raised in Opelousas. She embodied the spirit of Louisiana and carried it...
John Bordelon
Aug 27, 2024
The family of John Bordelon, 93, of Jennings, announces his passing on August 27, 2024.
John was born February 2, 1931, in Bunkie, LA, to Armand and Livonia Bordelon. He was a man of many accomplishments and passions throughout his life. John served his country during the Korean War in the Air Force and later transitioned to a successful career as...
Donna Keiser
Aug 27, 2024
The family of Donna Hodges Keiser, 63, of Jennings, LA, announces her passing on August 27, 2024.
Donna was born on September 8, 1960, to James Hodges and Betty Robinson, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She worked as a waitress for many years, in which she loved to do. She cherished her family and was known for being a “Tattooed Silver...
David Fuselier
Aug 25, 2024
David Adam Fuselier, born on April 19, 1950, in Elton, LA, passed away on August 25, 2024.
He was a loving husband of 55 years to Marie Fuselier, a proud father to Scott (Brandy) Fuselier and Monica Fuselier, and a doting grandfather to Joshua, Tyler, Marissa, and Ashton. David was also a cherished brother to Leona Babineaux.
Throughout his life, he enjoyed...
