Local Obituaries
George "Joey" Hewitt
Feb 1, 2025
George Joseph Pugh "Joey" Hewitt, 59, departed this life on February 1, 2025, in Houston, TX. He was surrounded by family and close friends at the time of his passing.
Joey was born February 22, 1965, at American Legion Hospital in Jennings, LA to Millie, an elementary school teacher and Clark, an inspector of oil and gas wells throughout the state...
Ricky "Catfish" Young
Feb 1, 2025
Ricky Anthony “Catfish” Young, 64, of Jennings, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in his home on February 1, 2025.
A gathering family and friends will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, in the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel, beginning at 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. until...
Alice Granger
Jan 31, 2025
The family would like to announce the passing of Alice Ann Granger, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, who left us on January 31, 2025, at the age of 81 surrounded by her family. Born on August 3, 1943, in Lake Arthur, LA, Alice lived a life devoted to her family and her faith.
Alice was a true homemaker who...
Deanna Sumpter
Jan 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deanna Bell Sumpter, who left us peacefully on January 29, 2025, at the age of 80. Born in Jennings, LA, on January 19, 1945, Deanna touched the lives of many during her time here.
Deanna dedicated her career to the oil industry, serving as a Human Resources Director and making...
Milton Murphy Conner
Jan 26, 2025
Milton Murphy Conner, 78, of Lake Arthur, LA, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, in his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
The family has chosen to fulfill Milton’s wishes of cremation, under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Milton’s life will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Miguez Funeral Home...
Dwayne LaFleur
Jan 26, 2025
The family would like to announce the passing of Robert Dwayne LaFleur, who left us peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on September 9, 1963, in Oakdale, LA, to Robert LaFleur and Rebecca Caughron Falls.
Dwayne proudly served in the Marines, enlisting on November 24, 1981, and earning the rank of Lance Corporal before he was...
Josie Ardoin
Jan 25, 2025
With a heavy heart, we want to announce the arrangements for our mother Josie Deanie Bertrand Ardoin. She was born on December 13, 1940, in Lafayette, Louisiana to Clyde and Ida Clement Bertrand from Elton. Deanie was called back to the Lord on January 25, 2025.
Deanie was preceded in death by her son; Butch Ardoin, her husband; Thomas Ardoin, parents;...
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...
