Karan Ann Chambley Chaffin

Joe Lee Dykes

Everleigh Claire East

JC Eddlemon

Norma Estilette

Megan Lorraine Jackson

Larry Dean Kelley

Lawrence Lanthier

Wayne Early Ledbetter Sr.

Bernard Leger

Brigitte Baumann Moore

Landus Joyce Bryant Patterson

Marilee Simpson

Gilbert Lee Suire Sr.

Dr. Dan Bonelle Turner Jr.

Ted W. Viator, JD

Anna Grace Waldrop

Viola West

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Karan Ann 
Chambley Chaffin

On Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020, Karan Ann Chambley Chaffin, loving wife and mother of two children, passed away. She was born Sept. 25, 1953, to parents Harry and Billie Joe Chambley in Germany, in an elevator, during Octoberfest. She always was one to do things her own way and on her terms from day one. She married the love of her life, Larry Chaffin, on April 12, 1973, and they had two children, Heather Nelson and Ryan Chaffin. Karan served as an Air Force wife for 21 years. She faithfully supported Larry as he served his country. Through deployments, remote tours of duty, and frequent moves around the world, she made anywhere the family went a home full of life and love. She brought joy everywhere she went, whether it was dancing a jitterbug with Larry in the living room or drinking tea on a porch swing with a friend. Always a caregiver, she ran a daycare out of the family home and made all the children she cared for an extended part of the family. Karan never met a stranger; she had an infectious laugh and gave the best hugs. She often had no problem sharing her opinions with others; therefore, everyone always knew where you stood with her. The world is a better place for having known her and we will all forever be grateful for the time we had with her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Billie Joe Chambley. Her spirit is carried on by her loving husband, Larry Chaffin; two children, Heather Nelson and Ryan Chaffin; two grandchildren, Keiver Nelson and Zoee Nelson; four siblings, Bob Chambley, Ted Chambley, Pam Pender and Debbie O’Quinn; and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, friends and family too numerous to list but not forgotten. Special thanks to Heart of Hospice for the care shown to Karan and her family.

A celebration of life will be held by her family on Saturday, Feb. 22.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Words of comfort may be expressed to the family at www.robisonfuneralhome.com.

Joe Lee Dykes

Joe Lee Dykes, 84, died Feb. 18, in a local hospital. Service will be 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at Johnson and Robison Funeral Home. Burial will be at Big Woods Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. today, Feb. 20, and resume 10 a.m. Friday until time of service.

Everleigh Claire East

Everleigh Claire East, 1, of Sulphur, died Feb. 15. Graveside service will be noon Friday, Feb. 21, at Chesson Cemetery, Vinton, under the direction of Johnson and Robison Funeral Home.

JC “John Coon” Eddlemon

JC “John Coon” Eddlemon, 68, of Melder, died Monday, Feb. 17, at home. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, in Pine Ridge Baptist Church under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Norma Estilette

Norma Estilette, 84, died Feb. 18. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, in Lakeside Funeral Home. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery.

Megan Lorraine Jackson

Megan Lorraine Jackson, 27, died Feb. 11. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles.

Larry Dean Kelley

Larry Dean Kelley, 76, of Sulphur, La., passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, in a local hospice facility. Mr. Kelley was born on March 29, 1943, in Sadieville, Ky., to Thelma and Raymond Kelley.

Larry grew up in Kentucky and Ohio. He joined the U.S. Air Force at the age of 17. He served honorably before and during the Vietnam conflict. He met the love of his life, Mary while stationed at Chennault Air Base in Lake Charles. He loved flying. He flew transport charters, cropdusters, and anything with wings. He was a flight instructor as well. He also enjoyed skydiving, golf, camping, woodworking, gardening, cooking and entertaining. He was an outstanding cook, and exceptionally talented carpenter, and an avid football fan.

Larry will be remembered as a loving, giving man who deeply loved his family. He was self-determined, strong-willed, and independent. He was an adventurous daredevil who loved the outdoors. He also loved to travel, taking the family on many road trips across the United States. Above all, he adored his family, especially his grandchildren.

Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Carol Schweitzer of Tomball, Texas; his son, Michael Kelley of Sulphur, La.; his grandchildren, Nick Nazar (Emily) of Baton Rouge, and Josh Nazar (Shelli) of Tomball, Texas; his great-grandchildren, Luke and Abigail.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Mary Louise Kelley; his parents; his brothers, Bill and Glen Kelley; his son-in-law, Rick Schweitzer; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Cremation has been entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles.

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

Lawrence Lanthier

Lawrence Lanthier, age 81, of Lake Charles, La., passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020. Lawrence was born Nov. 30, 1938, in Jennings, La., to Jean Baptist Lanthier and Idell Richard Lanthier.

Lawrence worked for Pepsi Cola Comp., as a delivery driver and also for Acadia Parish as a road maintenance worker in Crowley, La. He enjoyed watching wrestling and football, Western movies, listening to French and old country music. He also liked to listen to the news and the EWTN station. During his stay at Rest Haven he was very involved in the nursing home Olympics. He received three certificates and one trophy. Lawrence enjoyed going out to eat with his sister and friends at the Buffet’s so he could choose just what he wanted.

Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents; five half brothers, Claude, Leo, Jessie, Ivan, Constance; four half sisters, Marie, Delia, Irene “Blanche”, Lucette; nephew, Larry Lee Thibodeaux Sr.; great-niece, Lily Thibodeaux.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sister, Mary Alice Adams and companion Julian “Buddy” Sallier of Lake Charles, La.; brother, Curvis Lanthier and wife Janelle of Baton Rouge, La.; nieces, Shantel and husband David Green of Walker, La., Cherrae Smith of Walker, La., Kristena Thibodeaux of Indian Harbour Beach, Fla.; nephew, Brandon Lind of Monticello, Ga.; great-nephew, Larry Lee Jr. Thibodeaux and wife Michelle of Highland Ranch, Colo.; niece in-law, Dianne Thibodeaux of Westlake, La.

A gathering of family and friends will be Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, at 8 a.m. and a rosary will be prayed at 11 a.m. at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles, La. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, at noon at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church. Burial for Lawrence will follow Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, at Consolata Cemetery.

The family would like to extend their appreciation to Brighton Bridge Hospice and the staff at Rest Haven Nursing home for the many years of care for Mr. Lawrence Lanthier.

Wayne Early Ledbetter Sr.

Wayne Early Ledbetter Sr., 83, of Jennings, died Feb. 18. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Jennings. Burial will be in Gueydan Cemetery.

Bernard “Tee” Leger

Bernard “Tee” Leger, 85, of Lake Charles, died Monday, Feb. 17. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. today, Feb. 20, at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Burial to be at Highland Memorial Gardens.

Brigitte Baumann Moore

Brigitte Baumann Moore, 56, of Leesville, died Monday, Feb. 17. Service is under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder.

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Bryant Patterson

Landus Joyce Bryant Patterson, 66, of DeRidder, died Sunday, Feb. 16. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. today, Feb. 20, at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder. Burial will be at Beauregard Cemetery.

Marilee Simpson

Marilee Simpson, 72, of Ragley, died Tuesday, Feb. 18, at home. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at Open Door Baptist Church under the direction of Heritage Funeral Home.

Gilbert Lee Suire Sr.

Gilbert Lee Suire Sr., 77, of Lake Arthur, died Feb. 17. Funeral service was 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Lake Arthur. Burial followed in Shell Beach Cemetery.

Dr. Dan Bonelle Turner Jr.

Dr. Dan Bonelle Turner Jr., 70, of Lake Charles, passed away on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020, in his residence.

Dr. Turner was born on Feb. 22, 1949, in Jennings. At the age of 16 he met his future bride, Betty K. He entered into the U.S. Marine Corps and served in the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge, they moved to Sheffield, England, for Dr. Turner to earn his PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Sheffield. He retired as a Clinical Psychologist in Lake Charles where he resided with his wife until his passing.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 50 years, Betty K. Turner of Lake Charles; four children, Grace Anne Turner of Cambodia, Dan Turner III of Dallas, Darrel Turner of Lake Charles, and Dean Turner of Lake Charles; and six grandchildren.

A remembrance ceremony will be held at noon on Dr. Turner’s birthday, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, in Johnson Funeral Home. A gathering of family and friends will be from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

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

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Ted W. Viator, JD

Jan. 21, 1948 – Feb. 14, 2020

Ted W. Viator, born Lake Charles, La., Jan. 21, 1948. Passed away Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, in Marietta, Ga. Born to, Sulie Joseph Viator and Eula Mae Viator. He loved spending quality time with his family and friends. His passion were hunting, fishing, his Cajun heritage, and the LSU Tigers!

After graduating Marion High School in 1966, he proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1966 to 1969. Lived in Orlando, Fla., for 15 years while graduating University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administrations in 1977. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor (JD) degree attending Woodrow Wilson College of Law in Atlanta, Ga., in 1982.

Ted’s passion for law lead him to private investigation and then joined the Knights of Columbus – council 4599. Worked as one of the top K of C Insurance Agents in the State of Georgia. Within his 25 years of service was honored to be voted in as Grand Knight.

Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, Delores Viator (married 35 years); his son, Ted W. Viator II (Kristina); his daughter, Tamra J. Kelly (Russ); 6 grandchildren, Leslie (Brian), Bailey, Demi, Laila, Zackary, and Angelina; two great-grandsons, Elliot and Oliver; five siblings, Suzette Boone, Glen Viator (Valda), Carolyn Boone (Kenneth), Gary Viator, Troy Viator; and five nephews and five nieces.

Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 87 Lacy Street, NW Marietta, GA 30060.

Please join his family for refreshments after the service.

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Anna Grace Waldrop

Anna Grace Waldrop went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020.

Anna was born in Lake Charles on Feb. 6, 2002. From a very young age, Anna exhibited a kind soul and an indescribable joy for life. She possessed a giving heart and never asked or expected anything in return. She had a love of all God’s creations and could most often be found enjoying the beauty of nature and the company of any animal she could share her love with.

She was a student at Sam Houston High School, where she played Baritone in the school’s band. She had a passion for music, and for reading and learning. Her great love of all creatures inspired her to pursue a degree in Wildlife Management and Animal Rehabilitation at McNeese State University.

Anna was preceded in death by her grandfather, Floyd LeBlanc Jr.

Those left to cherish her memory are her parents, Clay and Emily Ardoin of Moss Bluff, and Joel Waldrop of Anahuac, Texas; two sisters, Olivia and Isabella Ardoin of Moss Bluff; grandparents, Janis LeBlanc of Lake Charles, Laura Waldrop of Baytown, Texas, and Warren and Candy Ardoin of Moss Bluff; aunts and uncles, Wade and Natalie LeBlanc of Lake Charles, Adam and Amber Grumbles of San Marcos, Texas, and Greg and Paula Jordan of Carlyss; and cousins, Jackson and Eli LeBlanc of Lake Charles, Gwendolyn Grumbles of Baytown, Texas, and Baylee and Jake Jordan of Carlyss; along with countless other family members and friends.

The family will welcome friends at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020, beginning at 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Visitation will resume on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020, at noon until time of service. Funeral service will be led by Pastor Jeff Ralston beginning at 2 p.m. Anna will be laid to rest at Lacassine Cemetery.

We welcome you to share fond memories or sentiments of condolences at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.

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Viola West

Viola West, 95, of Lake Charles, died Monday, Feb. 17. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. today, Feb. 20, at Hixson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff. Burial will be at New Ritchie Cemetery.