Joseph Jeffery Bergeron

Wilda Mae Simien Booker

Aubrey P. Boudreaux

Lillian Mae Brisco Broussard

Clara Nell Cady-Bradford

Charles “Big C” Duhon

Rodney James Guillory

John C. “Junior” Henry

Doyle “Nat” Penton

Willie Mae “MeMe” Richard

Kenneth Wayne “Pappy” Verret

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Joseph “Jeff” Jeffery Bergeron

Joseph “Jeff” Jeffery Bergeron, 34, of Sulphur passed away July 3, 2019. He was a 2002 graduate of Sulphur High, enjoyed hunting, fishing, boat riding, crabbing, singing and playing the guitar. Jeff loved being with his family and friends.

Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Courtney Bergeron of Sulphur; two children, Brodi and Brantley Bergeron; two sisters, Blair Alexa Jinks and husband Marcus of Johnson Bayou and Dixie Rose Bergeron; mother, Tracey Quinn and husband Blaine, and father, Ricky Bergeron and wife Candace, all of Sulphur; grandparents, Norma and Harold Bergeron; mother-in-law Dana Niel of Westlake and father-in-law, Brad Knowlton of Lake Charles. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sue and William Marvin Pearson; cousin, JoJo Bergeron; great-grandparents Leota and John Bergeron.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019, at Johnson and Robison Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5-9 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2019, at Johnson and Robison Funeral Home with visitation continuing from 8 a.m. until time of the service Saturday, July 6. Cremation will follow the service which has been entrusted to Johnson and Robison Funeral Home. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.robisonfuneralhome.com

Wilda Mae Simien Booker

Wilda Mae Simien Booker was born July 30, 1957, in Lafayette, La., to the late Joseph Simien and Emma Lee Arcelese Simien.

TeTe as she was affectionately called, worked for CARC for 20 plus years while also working for the Calcasieu Parish School System as a custodian for the Department of Child Welfare and Attendance. She worked for the school system for 16 years and retired in May 2019. On Feb. 13, 1993, she married the love of her life Samuel Booker Sr. and together they raised three beautiful children.

Wilda was a longtime member of Messiah Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed and loved her grandchildren. She loved traveling, crossword puzzles, singing, serving at her church and bonus grandchildren. She has a nurturing spirit and was a mother figure to many.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her spouse and best friend of over 26 years, Samuel Booker Sr.; children, Fritzgerald “Keno” Brooks, Crystal (Jeffrey) Malbroux and Lashell (Jonathan Sr.) Walker, all of Lake Charles, La.; grandchildren, Anthony “AJ” Johnson, Malik Ellis, Alania Bartie, Jonathan Walker Jr., Jo’Nylah Walker and Jourdan Walker; great-granddaughter, Paityn Rose Johnson; siblings, bonus children, godchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held be on Saturday, July 6, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Messiah Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2605 Poe St., Lake Charles, LA 70615, with funeral service beginning at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Combre Memorial Park under the direction of Fondel Memorial Chapel.

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Aubrey P. Boudreaux

Aubrey P. Boudreaux, 94, of Lake Charles, died Sunday June 30. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, at Hixson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery in Lake Charles.

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Brisco Broussard

Lillian Mae Brisco Broussard, 97, passed away in a local hospital surrounded by her family and friends on June 26, 2019.

Lillian was born the second of six children on March 4, 1922, to John and Frances Bella Brisco in Opelousas, La. She was a graduate of Holy Ghost Catholic High School. She later met and married Isaac Broussard Sr. and to this union, five children were born. After the birth of their second child, Lillian and Isaac moved to Lake Charles, La. They belonged to several social clubs and motorcycle groups.

Lillian worked in various jobs throughout her life. She began working at a tender age for the Nuns of Holy Ghost Catholic School. After graduating, she moved to New Orleans where she worked as a doctor’s assistant in Dr. Brown’s General Practice. Upon marrying the love of her life and moving to Lake Charles, she worked in private homes as a housekeeper and cook.

Lillian enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She never knew a stranger. She always had hot coffee, a smile and some sweet cake when anyone came to visit. Her smile and bright eyes could light up any dark room. She enjoyed dancing and cooking. She often cooked favorite family recipes and loved seeing the smiles of her family and friends as their taste buds delighted and danced while eating her hot links, red beans and rice, gumbo, “Lillian Burgers,” pineapple cake, molasses cake, pralines, fig preserves, homemade jellies and wine to name a few.

She was the epitome of a mother with her unconditional love. She could also be a tough disciplinarian and would speak her mind freely when she had a strong opinion. She was sassy and quick witted with punch lines. She was petite but very strong minded. She’d often amaze people with her stories of her life’s experiences. She was often referred to as a family historian. She was a breast cancer survivor and a true southern belle. One was to never leave home without lipstick and perfume.

Those left to cherish Lillian’s memory are her daughters, Virginia Broussard of Lake Charles, Lois Broussard of Houston, Texas, and Loria (Hubert) Keys of Lake Charles; her granddaughter, Jeannine Broussard and grandsons, Raymond Broussard and Damien Hilliard of Lake Charles and Jamerson (Nicole) Rougeau of Lafayette, La.; her great-grandchildren, Tre�Vian and Tommia Wolfe, Ja�Lia Broussard, Rayonna, LaNaya, JaNaya, Reagan, Raymond Jr. and Jabraylon Broussard, Madison, Nicholas and Avery Rougeau and Danasia, Draylon, Aaliyah, and Brielle Hilliard, Layla and Logyn Louis; her adopted daughter, Stephanie; adopted granddaughters, Thelma, Joanna, Shemika, Antoinette and Shay; and a host of very special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Lillian was preceded in death by her parents, John and Frances �Bella Brisco; her husband, Isaac Broussard Sr.; her sons, Isaac “Ike” Broussard Jr. and John “Tubby”� Broussard; her brothers, Bert, Leon, Frank and Charles Brisco; and most recently, her sister, Florence LeCour.

Visitation will be from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday July 6, 2019, in Combre Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be at noon Saturday July 6, 2019, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Burial will be in Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery in Lake Charles under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Words of comfort may be shared at www.combrefuneralhome.com.

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Clara Nell Cady-Bradford

Clara Nell Cady-Bradford, 75, departed this life on Monday, June 24, 2019, at her residence in Lake Charles, La. She was born Nov. 14, 1943, to James and Mary Gibson Guy in Lake Charles, La. She was a faithful member of Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor EJ Kemper III. She loved watching television, visiting with her grandchildren and spending time with family and friends.

She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Richard C. Bradford of Lake Charles; her children, Tiffany Cady and Troy Edwards Cady, both of Houston, Texas, and Harold Cady of Lake Charles; three sisters, Sedonia Guy and Ruth Goodwin, both of Lake Charles, and Euradell Boyd of Bridgeport, Conn.; five grandchildren, Courtney Washington, Briana Cady, Mykael Coleman, Troy Edwards Jr. and Andrew Edwards; one great-grandchild, Gabriyelle Colbert; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Guy; and five siblings, Mary Bigelow, Rose Lee Guy, James Guy Jr., Larry Gene Guy and Eugene Guy.

Visitation will be at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019, and funeral service at 11 a.m. at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, Pastor E.J. Kemper III officiating. Burial will follow in Orange Grove Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home.

For words of comfort, please visit www.kingsfuneralhomela.com.

Charles “Big C” Duhon

Charles Duhon, 75, of Lake Charles passed away at 11:55 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2019, in a local Hospice facility, surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Duhon was born in Lake Charles and raised in Grand Lake, where he graduated from Grand Lake High School. He lived in New Iberia for several years and lived most of his life in Lake Charles. He worked over 30 years as a Crew boat Captain, retiring from McCall & Sea Corp. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed piddling around the house. Mr. Duhon had three great loves, two being fishing and the Houston Astros. His greatest love was his family and the time they spent together. He leaves a legacy of good times and unforgettable stories. Mr. Duhon was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church.

He is survived by his children, Jeff Duhon and wife Shelly of Iowa, La., Melissa Day and husband John, Cheryl Duhon, Jennifer LeDoux, all of Lake Charles, La., Cindy LeJeune and husband Joe of Grand Lake, Travis LeDoux and wife Michelle, of Sulphur, La.; three sisters, Margaret Hebert of Lake Charles, Lula Belle Barrilleaux of Moss Bluff, La., and Jennifer Duhon of Waco, Texas; 14 grandchildren; and 21 great grandchildren. He also leaves a son of heart, Troy Courville of Lake Charles.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Alverd and Enola (Fontenot) Duhon, and sister Jeanette Duhon.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019, in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. The Very Reverend Anthony Fontenot will officiate. Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. Friday, with a rosary beginning at 6:30 p.m. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service Saturday in the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to Cancer Research Foundation

Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net.

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Rodney James Guillory

Funeral for Rodney James Guillory, 53, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Father Tim Goodly will officiate. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday at Mossville Truth Tabernacle Church, located at 1400 Gerstner Memorial Drive in Lake Charles. Rodney departed this life Monday, July 1, 2019, in a local hospital.

John C. “Junior” Henry

John C. “Junior” Henry, 84, was born June 8, 1935, in Port Barre, La., to the late Roosevelt Neville and Hattie Henry. A native of Port Barre, he resided in Lake Charles, La., where he was a retired employee of PPG Industries. He was a member of Throne of Grace Fellowship Church ,where he served as a board member and parking attendant.

He departed this life at 5:17 p.m. Friday, June 28, 2019, in his home surrounded by family and friends.

He leaves to cherish his memories, three daughters, Cheryl Henry, Cynthia Henry Edwards and Kathy Henry; three sons, Mark Henry, Kevin (April) Henry and John C. (Jennifer) Henry Jr.; one brother, David Henry; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosa Henry; his parents, Roosevelt Neville and Hattie Henry; stepfather, Otis Richard; son, James Richard; two sisters, Pearl Edmund and Igatha Neal; two brothers, Lawrence Mallet and Joseph Scott; grandson, Cecil Todd Frank; and nephew, Herbert Bob.

His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019, at Throne of Grace Fellowship Church. Pastor Wilton Red will officiate. Burial will be in Combre Memorial Park under the direction of James Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. Saturday in the church.

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Doyle “Nat” Penton

Doyle “Nat” Penton was born in Sweetwater, Texas, Jan. 13, 1926, and passed away June 30, 2019, at the age of 93. After graduating from high school, he served two years in the U.S. Air Force. Following his service in the Air Force, he attended the University of Texas where he graduated with a degree in electrical engineering. Nat’s parents had moved to DeQuincy, LA and built a sawmill, Penton Lumber Company, east of town so after graduating from college, Nat and his wife, Fay, moved to DeQuincy, where he went to work with his father. From there, Nat and his former college friend, Dudley P. South, a geologist, went to work in the oil and gas exploration. Nat hired a seismic firm to map southwest Louisiana, purchased equipment from Union Oil, and Penton & Penton Oil & Gas was formed.

Another part of Nat and Dudley’s business endeavors was the purchase of an apartment complex in Lake Charles, Claire Gardens Apartments, which is still in operation today.

As the need for convenience stores developed, Nat and partners opened Dandy Dans of DeQuincy which was the beginning of a small chain of convenience stores.

Nat’s interest in aviation led him to get involved in a hobby, building and flying radio controlled airplanes. He worked to improve aeronautical design and developed his own style airplane making lightweight models with balsa wood. Throughout the years he built many model airplanes, competed in events, and judged contests throughout the nation. He also was a contributor to hobby magazines offering support with technical information. He was an active member of LARKS (Lake Area Radio Kontrol Society) which began in 1968.

He is survived by his son, Bobby Doyle Penton and wife Valerie of Kerrville, Texas, and Penny Penton Blackburn and husband Charles “Bubba” Blackburn of DeQuincy; five grandchildren, Jack Penton, Michael Penton, Dr. Bethany Goldblum, Brooke Blackburn and Steve Blackburn and wife Marissa; and six great-grandchildren, Talon Ashworth, Asher Blackburn, Baylor Blackburn, Ryley Blackburn, Kash Goldblum and Sage Goldblum.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Fay Penton; and parents, Elton Doyle Penton and Ruth Irene Penton.

Johnnie Ruth Henagan began working at the Penton Lumber Company in 1956. She continued working through 2014 and remains a paid business consultant with Penton & Penton Oil & Gas. Her loyalty, integrity, spirit of excellence and dedication will always be valued and remembered by the family.

The family would also like to recognize the tremendous blessing Francis Maddox has been to Nat for the past few years. Her gentle, soft spoken nature and her kind, caring ways will always be remembered and appreciated.

Family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 5, at Riley Smith Funeral Home, 1810 West Fourth St., DeQuincy, La. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6, at the funeral home. The Rev. Rolly Walker will officiate. Interment to follow at Perkins Cemetery, DeQuincy, La.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to Grace Church, Post Office Box 398, DeQuincy, La.

Arrangements are being handled by Riley Smith Funeral Home, 1810 West Fourth St., Dequincy, La.

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Willie Mae “MeMe” Richard

Willie Mae “MeMe” Richard, 75, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2019, surrounded by her family.

An Arkansas native, MeMe traveled widely until she met and married Lester and they settled in the Sulphur area. She was an excellent cook owning several cafes; she then became the head cook of the Marsh Club of Vinton. Upon retiring, her grandchildren chose MeMe as their personal chef calling in request for favorite dishes. She will be remembered for her strong will, excellent work ethic and a “heart bigger than she was.”

Survivors include her husband of 48 years, Lester Richard; son, Jimmie Rawson and wife, Angela of Ragley; daughter, Charlotte Trahan and husband, Lance of Carlyss; brothers, Donnie Wright of Sulphur, Roger Wright and David Wright of Livingston, Texas; sisters, Flo Back of Albany, Ga., and Dot Tanner of St. Augustine, Fla.; 10 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Randall Lee Rawson; parents, Bill and Annie Belle Wright; and eight siblings.

Funeral Services for Willie will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019, in Hixson- Sulphur Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Mimosa Pines Cemetery of Carlyss. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Friday in the funeral home and resume from 9 a.m. until time of service Saturday. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.

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Kenneth Wayne “Pappy” Verret

MOSS BLUFF — Kenneth Wayne “Pappy” Verret, 69, of Longville, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2019, in his residence surrounded by family.

Mr. Verret was born Feb. 7, 1950, in Lake Charles, where he was a graduate of LaGrange High School. In 1988 he moved from Lake Charles to Longville. Mr. Verret and his wife were previous owners of Pap’s Gulf Station for 22 years, and he worked as a pipe liner for Trunkline Gas, retiring in 2017. He was an avid hunter his entire life.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 43 years, Sandi Verret of Longville; children, Gabriel Wayne Verret of Hathaway, Michelle Verret Deyoe of Tacoma, Wash., Sherri Lynn Verret of Houston, Richard Rodney Warner Jr. of Lake Charles and Dwight Joseph Warner of Longville; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frances Fusilier Verret and Claude Joseph “Pappy” Verret.

Cremation was entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff.

Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net.

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