Joseph R. Borel Jr.

Sara Greathouse Brasher

Louise Cornay Christman

Hillard Bernard Dublin

Wyly Dudley

Barry W. Edwards I.

Pamela K. Ellender

Kenneth Earl Erwin

Patricia Ann Frankin

Terrell David Husers

Norma Price Istre

Gordon Jenkins

Evelyn Marie Broussard LeJeune

Raymond Clinton Oates

Kaylee Helen Ann Richard

Theresa Carrier Rougeau

Rosa M. Stanfield

Matthew William Verret

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Joseph R. “Spike” Borel Jr.

Joseph R. “Spike” Borel Jr., 85, died on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. Spike was born on March 8, 1935, in Lake Charles, La. He attended Landry Memorial High School. He was a telecom construction supervisor, installing fiber optic and telephone cable for Disneyworld in Orlando, Fla., where he retired after 30 years. In 1979 he was featured in the National Geographic Magazine for his work at Disney. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for Our Lady Queen of Heaven Parish.

Spike was known for his lack of patience, not holding back his opinion, and a knack for telling it like it is. He always told you the truth, even if you didn’t want to hear it.

He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Mary Ann Kohnke-Borel, five children; Rachelle Borel (Joe Leist) of Louisville, Ky., Kim Borel of Crestwood, Ky., Cindy Borel of Oxford, Ga., Troy Borel and Mark Borel, both of Orlando, Fla.; daughter-in-law, Jill Borel of Clarkston, Mich.; step-son Buddy Kohnke of Lake Charles; step-daughter, Lisa Ange of Lake Charles; brother, Dan Borel of Lake Charles; sisters, Mary Ann Guidry of Lake Charles and Jane Keziah of South Carolina, 15 grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Anna Faye and Joseph Borel Sr.; first wife, Donnis Borel, and son Boyd Borel.

The family wishes to express special thanks to Brighton Bridge Hospice for their kind and devoted care, especially Melinda, Vicki, June, and Bethany.

The family will receive friends on Monday, July 13, 2020, from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. in the chapel of Lakeside Funeral Home. A rosary will be prayed at 5:30 p.m. A Memorial Service will follow the rosary at 6 p.m. in the chapel of Lakeside Funeral Home in Lake Charles, La.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Spike’s name, to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or a charity of your choice.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.lakesidefh.com

Sara Greathouse Brasher

Sara Greathouse Brasher, age 92, joined her loving husband Philo Brasher in heaven on July 8, 2020. She is currently assisting St. Peter in giving flowers to all the souls following her.

She is deeply mourned by her daughters Phyllis, Diane Stutes and husband Terry, Rebecca and husband Joseph Doumit, her grandson Ryan Fugitt and his wife Andrea DeGotari, and a brother, Carroll Greathouse and his wife Judy, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews and a wide community of friends. Sara was affectionately known as Ducky.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, George, Arlen, and Laurence Greathouse and her sister, Betty June Young.

Sara fiercely loved all of her and her husband’s family and steadfastly ensured that family ties and communications were kept up as we scattered across the country. She was the guiding force for her family for so many years and a role model for so many of us. As she shared her memories, she inspired us to trace our family history and revive family reunions. Her stories of growing up in Lake Charles have delighted many, giving a glimpse into the past and our shared heritage. Saying that she was sentimental, she often comforted the families of departed members of her generation with stories of their youth, church camp adventures, 4-H awards, and other happy occasions.

She always stood her ground for things she believed in deeply. She tirelessly defended those disadvantaged or discouraged by life, and was an unflinching champion for the lonely, neglected or abused. Her “Greathouse Grit” was tested by many but always prevailed. If you were down, she pulled you up, gave you strength and encouraged you to go on.

Sara was an elder and active member of the First Christian Church and an organizer of LaGrange High School Class of 1945 reunions. Many will remember her from Gordon’s Drug store, Drs. Hebert and Chafin’s orthodontic practice, Daughters of the American Revolution, McNeese Foundation scholarship activities, Sage lectures and trips, and Lake Charles Symphony. She was a proud founding member of the OWW (Over Worked Wives) Club beginning in the early 1960s and recently enjoyed being part of the Sunday Lunch Bunch.

Her greatest regret will be that she was unable to complete the distribution of her archives of news clippings of the achievements of all those she knew. Everyone will miss her pecan tarts and brownies and especially her remarkable talent for finding exactly the perfect greeting card message for every birthday, graduation, anniversary, promotion, or loss.

A visitation will begin at Johnson Funeral Home on Saturday, July 11, 2020 from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A private burial will be held at Prien Memorial Park Cemetery on Sunday, July 12, 2020.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to American Cancer Society for breast cancer research, American Heart Association, or the Philo L. and Sara G. Brasher Accounting Scholarship, through McNeese Foundation.

Sara’s family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital nursing staff and doctors in the emergency room and ICU for their dedication and care for Sara during her stay there.

It would be Sara’s heartfelt desire that all of her friends first protect themselves and their loved ones. In respect for Sara’s lifetime of caring for others, there will be only limited family visitation.

**In light of COVID-19 and in following federal and state guidelines, masks are required to be worn to all visitations and services.**

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

Louise Cornay Christman

Louise Cornay Christman entered eternal life on July 10, 2020.

Louise was born in 1933 in Shreveport and grew up in Lake Charles and Lafayette. Her parents were Howard and Louise (nee Bossier) Cornay. The second youngest of five children, she remained close to her brothers, Howard, Clement, Louis, and Hugh, throughout her life. At the age of nine, when her father was called to train troops during World War II, she began as a boarding student at the Academy of the Sacred Heart in Grand Coteau, where she remained through her high school years. At Sacred Heart she was member of the Children of Mary Sodality and was president of her class. She graduated from SLI (University of Louisiana), majoring in English and French and went on to teach these subjects at Lake Charles High School from 1954 to 1956. During this time, she met Robert Christman. They were married in 1955. Their happy marriage of over 50 years was centered in faith in God. Together, they built a life in Lake Charles, lovingly raising six children.

After the loss of her beloved Robert, Louise married Gerard St. Martin of Lafayette, and they enjoyed seven happy years together until Gerard’s death in 2018.

Louise used her gifts to serve her community. She played the organ at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Church. She was president of the Junior League of Lake Charles and local president of the Louisiana Council for the Performing Arts. She chaired the opening of the Lake Charles Civic Center. She helped organize the Lake Charles Festival of the Arts, served as co-chair of the Symphony Antique Show, and was a board member of the Imperial Calcasieu Museum. She was a member of the Academy of the Sacred Heart parents’ board and the local board of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill.

For over ten years, Louise and Robert ran a residential and commercial real estate company, Christman and Christman Realty. Louise was a Life Master bridge player and an avid gardener. She took great pleasure in playing the piano and listening to opera and classical music. Above all, she cherished time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Louise shared many life-long friendships in Lake Charles and Lafayette. Her weekly bridge foursome met every Tuesday afternoon for nearly 60 years.

Her memory is cherished by her six children, Laura Landry (Smitty), Louise Hebbeler (Regis), Robert Christman, Amy VanDenburgh (Van), Jim Christman (Julie), Catherine “Katie” (Todd) Swanstrom, and her beloved grandchildren, Austin, Sarah, James, Amy, Claire, Anna, Madeleine, Louise, Ellie, Smitty, Marguerite, Robert, Laura, and Daniel, and great-grandchildren, William and Sam.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Msgr. Jace Eskind will officiate. Burial will follow in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Monday, July 13 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., with a rosary being recited at 6:30 p.m. Visitation will continue on Tuesday, July 14 from 1 p.m. until 1:30 p.m.

The family wishes to acknowledge the outpouring of kindness from friends during her illness.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church (617 W. Claude St., Lake Charles, La 70605) or the Academy of the Sacred Heart, Cor Unum scholarship fund (P.O. Box 310 Academy Road, Grand Coteau, LA 70541) are greatly appreciated.

Considering current COVID 19 circumstances, the family and the Diocese of Lake Charles respectfully require that all attendants wear face masks.

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Hillard Bernard Dublin

Hillard Bernard Dublin, 81, a resident of Moss Bluff passed peacefully from this life on July 6, 2020 in the Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home.

“Mutt” as he was best known served with honor in the United States Air Force. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing. Mr. Dublin possessed a very strong work ethic and enjoyed the simpler things in life. He was most proud of his legacy, his loving family.

Mr. Dublin is preceded in death by his parents; Edwin B. Dublin and Lila Hayes Dublin; one great-grandchild, Camille White, and sister; Doris Maurer.

Hillard leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 60 years, Juanita Spears Dublin; son, Stephen Dublin; daughter, Alanna Thomas and husband Don; grandchildren, Kalie Dublin White, Zachary Dublin and wife Madison, Drew Dublin and fiance’ Morgan, Kyan Thomas, Dustin Thomas and wife Sarah, Tyler Thomas, and Leann Messina and husband Randy, 12 great-grandchildren; sisters, Nell Sowell and Edna Carroll and husband George, and a host of nieces and nephews.

In accordance with his wishes, Mr. Dublin will be cremated, and a graveside service will be held at a later date.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.lakeisdefh.com

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Wyly Dudley

Wyly Dudley, 89, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. He was born on Oct. 1, 1930 in Eva, Tenn. to Elmer and Pearl Dudley.

Wyly proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was employed by Canalco for several years before retiring from Haliburton in 1995. He enjoyed life to the fullest, always had a story to tell, and a smile on his face. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 39 years, Margaret Derouen Dudley of Lake Charles; one sister, Joyce Arnold of Camden, Tenn.; two children, Mark Dudley and his wife Shari Kim, and Scott Dudley and his wife Kim of Camden, Tenn.; four step-children, Cheryl Derouen Richard, Thomas Derouen and his wife, Denise, of Lake Charles, La., Cindy Derouen Abshire and her husband Terry of Grand Lake, La., and Debbie Derouen Gorman and husband Tim of Palm Harbor, Fla.; 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

Wyly was preceded in death by his parents, six sisters, and one brother.

A memorial service will be held for family and friends at a later date.

Memories and words of comfort my be shared with the family at www.lakesidefh.com

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Barry W. Edwards I.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Mount Zion Baptist Church in Mossville, La. for Barry W. Edwards I., 69, who passed away Monday, July 6, at his residence in Carencro. Interment will be held at a later date. Services under the direction of Melancon Funeral Home, in Carencro, La.

Pamela K. Ellender

Pamela K. Ellender of Baton Rouge, La. passed away on July 4, 2020, at the age of 58.

Pam graduated from LSU and earned her Masters at Tulane University.

She is survived by her mother, Glenda Mount Ellender, niece ,Abby Ellender, uncle, Paul T. Ellender, aunt, Anne Ellender Edwards, uncle, Scotty Mount, cousin, Marc T. Ellender.

She was preceded in death by her father, Bennett A. Ellender and brother, Stephen A. Ellender.

Funeral services are pending.

Kenneth Earl Erwin

Kenneth Earl Erwin, 59, of Hornbeck, La, died Tuesday, July 7, 2020. Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La.

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Patricia Ann Frankin

Romans 14:8

If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.

Patricia Ann Frankin(Jones), of Lake Charles, La. went to meet the Lord on Monday, July 6, 2020. She was born Sept. 30, 1952 to the late Victoria Walker and J.C. Jones. She lived majority of her life in Lake Charles, La. and spent a few years living in Hendersonville, Tenn. with her daughter. She recently moved to Port Arthur to live around other family members. While living in Lake Charles she attended Reeves C.M. E. Temple along with family. Patricia had many jobs over the years, however, being a caregiver of the elderly was her passion. She would often visit the elderly and bring them food. She absolutely loved her family and friends and called them often checking on them even when she was not feeling her best.

Her survivors are her daughter, Mrs. Trinetti Burns(David) of Hendersonville, Tenn.; two grandchildren, Chase Burns and Breanna Burns; three sisters, Ada Hamilton of Crowley, La., Connie Tutson and Greta Walker both of Lake Charles; and two brothers, Eric Walker of Houston, Texas and Lewis Walker of Houma, La.

Terrell David Husers

Terrell David Husers, 75, of Lake Charles passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2020.

Born on Aug. 3, 1944 to James and Octavia Husers, Terrell was proud to have lived his whole life in Lake Charles. Starting at a young age, his father taught him the cement trade. He owned Terrell Husers Cement Contractor for over 25 years and worked in the cement industry for over 40 years. Truly a green thumb, Terrell was an avid gardener with a deep appreciation of producing his own home-grown vegetables and a skillfully innovative outdoorsman. When Terrell wasn’t working, fishing, or watching the Saints, he enjoyed cooking for his family. Terrell had a great love for animals and it wasn’t uncommon to have chicken, ducks, and guinea fowl on the family property.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sister Peggy Ravia and her husband Norman of Lake Charles; his children, Pamela Husers and her fiancé Shawn Miller of Lake Charles, Bryan Husers and his wife Myranda of Cape Cod, Massachusetts; his grandchildren Dalton Angelle and Jayden Husers.

He was preceded in death by his parents James and Octavia Dominique Husers; his siblings, Ronald (Buddy) Husers, and Charles Husers.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Words of comfort may be shared with the Husers family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com

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Norma Price Istre

Norma Price Istre, 84, of Lake Charles, passed away on July 9, 2020 in a local healthcare facility.

Mrs. Istre was born to William Murphy Price and Zelmetta Massey Price on September 15, 1935 in Port Barre, La. Norma graduated from Sulphur High School. She was the first female bus driver for Calcasieu Parish and also drove a school bus later in life when she moved to Texas. She loved sports, especially football and the Dallas Cowboys. For many years, she gathered the family in Dallas for Thanksgiving to watch her beloved Cowboys play. She loved all of her friends and neighbors at Tower Oaks Apartments.

She is survived by her children, Vickie Istre Smith (the late Gerald) of Lake Charles and Stephen Huey Istre of Mount Pleasant, Texas; grandchildren, Ryan Daniel Broussard (Lycretia Guyette) of Appleton, Wisconsin, Clint Stephen Istre of Houston, Texas, Amy Istre Peasgood (Shannon) of DeRidder, La, and Emilee Broussard Winstead (Jeffery) of Philadelphia, Miss. and great grandchildren, Cameron Austin Peasgood, Colby Brennan Peasgood, and Connor Michael Peasgood, all of DeRidder, La and Leigh Laine Winstead and Stanford Scott Winstead of Philadelphia, Miss.

She was predeceased by her parents, her husband of 63 years, Richard Huey Istre, and her siblings, William Price, Charles Price, and Mamie Smith.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, July 13, 2020 at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Monsignor Harry Greig will officiate. Interment, alongside her husband, will be in Southwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Jennings, La will be at a later date.

In compliance with current COVID 19 circumstances we ,along with the Catholic Dioceses, respectfully request all attendants wear face masks.

The family would like to thank Doctors Alan Hinton and Ron Lewis, Jr. and the staff of Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and Landmark of Lake Charles. Special thanks to her caregivers, Priscilla Ferguson and Wilda Goodley.

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

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Gordon Jenkins

Gordon Jenkins, 80, of DeRidder, La died Thursday, July 9, 2020. Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La.

Evelyn Marie Broussard LeJeune

Funeral services for Mrs. Evelyn Marie Broussard LeJeune, 82, will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2020 in Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Anthony Cemetery under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home of Lake Arthur. Mrs. LeJeune died Friday, July 10, 2020 in her residence.

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Raymond Clinton Oates

Raymond Clinton Oates, 89, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Friday, July 10, 2020.

He was born on October 31, 1930 in San Antonio, Texas to Delbert and Althea Oates.

He will be remembered as a loving father and grandfather who enjoyed life and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed traveling and was loved by everyone he met. Mr. Oates served his country honorably in the U.S. Army before working for 28 years at Conoco where he retired in 1985.

Mr. Oates is survived by his children, Janet Oates Jones (John), Danny Oates (Bobbie), and Terri Oates Louviere (Bobby); stepdaughters, Linda Goss (Danny), Jeri Dupin, and Liz McManus (Scott); 17 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Ava Oates and Carol Oates; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Buddy Boy Boots.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Dorothy Elizabeth Oates; parents; three brothers and one sister; and second wife, Mima Dupin Oates.

Cremation has been entrusted to Johnson Funeral home. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

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

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Kaylee Helen Ann Richard

Kaylee Helen Ann Richard is now dancing in her eternal home as of July 9, 2020, at the precious age of 21. She was born on Dec. 22, 1998, and grew up in Sulphur, La, always surrounded by loving family and friends.

Left to cherish her beautiful memory are her daughter, Landri Kate Richard, her parents, Tim and Tracy Richard, and siblings: Aaron, Kristen, Tanny, and Isabella Richard, all of SWLA. She is also survived by her grandparents, Ed and Judy Ball of Sulphur, and Roxie Guillory of Lake Charles, as well as many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Kaylee had an enormous, caring heart, and was always finding ways to help others, dancing OFTEN, spending time in the water, and most importantly, being with family, and friends that had become family.

Her funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, July 13, 2020 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Carlyss, La. Her interment will immediately follow at Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Sulphur under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Her visitation will be held Monday morning beginning at 10 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home in Lake Charles, with a Cursillo rosary at 10:30 a.m.

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

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Theresa Carrier Rougeau

Theresa Gertrude Carrier Rougeau, 86, of Lake Charles died Thursday, July 9, 2020 in a Missouri City, Texas. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at St. Margaret Catholic Church under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Consolata Cemetery.

Rosa M. Stanfield

Rosa M. Stanfield, 72, of Ragley, died Tuesday, June 30, at home. Cremation has been entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Monday, July 13, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff.

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Matthew William Verret

Matthew William Verret 57, born Sept. 9, 1962 residing in Lake Charles, he died on July 6, 2020.

Matthew was a loving, positive person who will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was a lifetime member of St Luke’s Simpson Methodist Church. Matthew attended school at F K White, and worked at CARC in their Vocational Services. Matthew’s passions included John Deere, Country Music, and Dallas Cowboys.

Matthew is preceded in death by his Father Merlin James Verret, and Sister Cynthia Porter.

Matthew is survived by his Mother Betty G. Verret, Brother Madison Verret of Dripping Springs, Sisters Cheri Sims of Louisville Ky, and Suzanne Bolosky of St Louis Mo, Aunt Patsy Summerlin of Albany Ga, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Memorial Services are pending.

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William Buck “Bill” Watson

LAFAYETTE – Funeral services for William Buck “Bill” Watson will be at Ashbury United Methodist Church in August, the family announced. Services will be streamed and will include visitation as well as the memorial service.

Watson, a Lake Charles native, died June 28 in Lafayette General Hospital from complications of the COVID-19 virus. He was 76.

Watson was born June 6, 1944 (D-Day) in Lake Charles to the late Edward B. and Glenn Buck Watson. He matriculated at Fourth Ward Elementary and Central Junior High schools. He graduated from Lake Charles High School in 1962.

Watson graduated from McNeese State University in 1968. During his collegiate career, he was a deputy with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Dept. and a duck guide.

Watson began his career in the oil and gas industry with Western Oceanic, which took him around the world. After a stint in the travel and tugboat industry, he worked for Global Marine Drilling Company for the duration of his career.

Watson was predeceased by his parents, and one sister, Pamela Bliss Watson Price. His survivors include his wife, Marilyn Shipley Watson, and his mother-in-law, Mrs. Beryl Shipley, both of Lafayette.

One son, Richard Wade Watson and three granddaughters, Chloe, Kegan and Torin Watson, all of Slidell; two daughters and their husbands, Robert and Abby Broussard Rubel and their children, Madeline, Will and Jacob, all of Shreveport and Jonathan and Cheramie Broussard Joubert and their children, Georgia and Johnny, of Colorado Springs, CO.

The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses of Lafayette General Medical Center for their dedication and kindness. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Emory Center for Interstitial Lung Disease, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or the Ashbury UMC Youth Group.

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