Eugene William Boyd

Nancy Jane Caldwell

Reva Jones Chesson

Wilson Lee Corbello

Stephen W. Filkins

Sanford Mark Fontenot

Hattie Jo Stevens Garrett

Margaret Venable Griffin

George Warren Hauser

Winston Richard Hayes

Kenneth Wayne LeJeune

Hillary Leviner

Juanita Marie Lopez

Rev. Vernon Ray Martindale Sr.

Bertie Willis McGlone

Alfred Peter Miller

Jessie Allen Lanier Sattler

Phyllis Lorraine Scott

Albert Lee Simien Sr.

Samuel Joseph Smith Jr.

Althea Edwina Thomas

Carol Winn Vincent

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Eugene William Boyd

Eugene William Boyd, 86, of DeRidder, died Saturday, Jan. 9. Graveside was 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, at Beauregard Cemetery under the direction of Chaddick Funeral Home.

Nancy Jane Caldwell

WESTLAKE — Nancy Jane Caldwell, 80, died Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in her residence.

She was a native of Tulsa, Okla., and had been a resident of Westlake for the last 35 years. She was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed going to her great-grandchildren’s ball games, fishing, and square dancing. Nancy along with her husband had previously belonged to the Cajun Capers Square Dancing Club. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband of 60 years, King Caldwell; her daughters, Kathy Williams and fiance’ Kenny Manuel and Donna Gary and husband Curtis, all of Westlake; her brother, Clyde Bemies of Inola, Okla.; her twin sister, Carol Branham of Seminole, Okla.; her cousin, Bill Isaacs of Lafayette; six grandchildren, Brandi Simmons and husband, Duke, Amber Olivier and husband Jesse, Misty Bailey, Brad Bailey, C.J. Gary, and Brandon Gary; 11 great-grandchildren; and five nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Henryetta Bemies.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until the time of service Saturday in the funeral home.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.

Reva Jones Chesson

Reva Jones Chesson, age 93, died Jan. 9, at home, surrounded by loved ones. Her death was the result of complications from a fall.

Reva was a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She spent her entire working career in various libraries in the Lake Charles area. In later years she enjoyed cruising with her dear friend Dot Akins and lunching on Sundays with her Social Lights friends. She was a member of The Review Club and Delta Kappa Gamma.

Reva was preceded in death by her husband, JB Chesson. She is survived by her son, Brent; daughter, Aline (Trevor Baldwin); granddaughters Katy (Kyle Onda) and Frances (Fede Novak); and her great-grandson Nico Novak. Aunt Reva is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews from the Jones and Chesson families. She will be missed by all.

Graveside service for the family will be held on Friday, Jan. 15. We hope to have a Celebration of Life later this year after the Covid crisis has passed. In lieu of flowers Reva asked me to encourage everyone to make a contribution to Louisiana Public Broadcasting.

We invite you to sign her digital register book, leave a fond memory or sentiment of condolences on our website www.johnsonfuneralhome.net.

Wilson Lee Corbello

Wilson Lee Corbello, 36, of Lake Charles, died Wednesday, Jan. 6. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, in Johnson & Brown Funeral Home of Iowa. Burial will be in Hyatt Cemetery, DeQuincy.

Stephen W. Filkins

Stephen W. Filkins, 60, of Lombard, Ill., passed away Dec. 27, 2020, following a short illness. Stephen was the son James A. and Louie Swann Filkins. He was a 1981 graduate of Lake Charles High School and briefly attended McNeese State University. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Cathedral. Stephen’s favorite hobby was listening to music and his favorite performer was Glen Campbell, whom he met backstage several times. Stephen also loved working at the Lake Charles Children’s Museum. He is survived by his brother, Dr. James A. Filkins, of Lombard, Illinois. Memorial services will be private.

Sanford Mark Fontenot

Sanford Mark Fontenot, 69, of Lake Charles, passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, in a care center in Welsh. Due to current COVID circumstances, gatherings for Mr. Fontenot have been postponed. A celebration will be 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, at Simple Traditions by Johnson Funeral Home. Family and friends will gather from 1 p.m. until the time of services.

Hattie Jo Stevens Garrett

Visitation for Hattie Jo Stevens Garrett, 71, will be from 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, with her funeral following at 11 a.m. at New Faith Baptist Church. She departed this life Monday, Jan. 4, 2021, in a local hospital.

Margaret Venable Griffin

Margaret Venable Griffin, age 85, of Lake Charles, La., passed away on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021. Margaret was born Jan. 23, 1935, to Willis Venable Sr. and Alzina Babineaux Venable.

Margaret was a native of Cameron where she lived most of her life and a resident of Lake Charles. She enjoyed cooking for family and friends, gardening, and quilting. Margaret absolutely loved spending time with her family as much as she could.

Those left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Gail Wolfe and husband Ricky of Sulphur, and Pam Griffin and companion Kim Wilkinson of Lake Charles; a son, Myron McGlacklin and wife Marty of Houma; a brother, Willis Venable Jr. and wife Katie of Orange, Texas; a sister, May Bostick of Lake Charles; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Nolan Joseph Griffin; two brothers, Dudley Venable and Roy Venable; and three sisters, Bernice Thibodeaux, Annie Bang and Agnes Griffin.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com for the Griffin family.

George Warren Hauser

George Warren Hauser, 89, of DeRidder, entered peacefully into rest on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at his home in DeRidder with his loving family by his side. Mr. Hauser was born to Roy and Vina Shutz Hauser on September 16, 1931 in DeRidder, LA.

Visitation will begin Thursday, January 14, 2021, from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM, in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in DeRidder, LA. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 15, 2021. Visitation will start at 10:00 AM and service will begin at 11:00 AM, in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in DeRidder, LA with Rev. Danny Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Beauregard Cemetery, DeRidder, LA. Funeral arrangements under the care of Labby Memorial Funeral Home in DeRidder.

Mr. Hauser joined the United States Marine Corps in 1951 and was honorably discharged in 1952. He was a cattleman most of his life and was a member of the Cattlemen’s Association. He operated Hauser Nursery for many years. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 36 years, Ernestine “Cookie” Hauser of DeRidder, LA; son, Martin Hauser; grandchildren, Eric Hauser and Melanie Hauser; step-son, Tony Floyd and wife Fay; step-daughters, Joyce Bartlett and husband Glenn and Janice Clay and husband Steve; step-grandchildren, Eric Hudson, Scott Hudson, Shasta Floyd, Danielle Shuff, Alex Floyd and Jeremy Floyd; 12 great-grandchildren and a host of nephews; cousin, Ray Hauser.

Preceded in death by his loved ones, parents, Roy and Vina Hauser; daughter, Robin Hauser; brother, Mack Hauser and step-son Greg Floyd.

Those honored to serve as pallbearer are Alex Floyd, David Karlin, Paul Hauser, Troy Shuff, Jeremy Floyd, and Lewis Powell. Those honored to serve as honorary pallbearer are Neal Hauser, Tony Floyd, Kyle Floyd and Cody Hatchett.

Words of comfort to the family may be shared at www.labbymemorial.com.

Winston Richard Hayes

Winston Richard Hayes (Dick) died Jan. 11. A Celebration of Life will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, at Consolata Mausoleum, Lake Charles, under the direction of Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home.

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Kenneth Wayne LeJeune

Kenneth Wayne LeJeune was born on Nov. 4, 1977, in Lake Charles, La. He died on Jan. 9, 2021, at St. Luke’s Hospital in The Woodlands, Texas, at the age of 43.

In his youth Kenneth enjoyed many sports, including skateboarding, baseball, and tennis. He was an avid chess player. He graduated from Barbe High School in Lake Charles, La., then attended McNeese State University. Shortly after, he and his wife Amy moved to Montgomery County and began a family. They were blessed with four amazing children.

Kenneth began working for the United States Postal Service in 2003. While employed there he worked as a Carrier, a Union Steward, and a Union District Representative. He formed many lasting friendships there.

Kenneth was somewhat of a Renaissance man, developing many skills and hobbies. He dabbled with beekeeping, computer technology, computer gaming, and woodworking. He had an infectious sense of humor, keeping his friends and family entertained with elaborate tales and sarcastic wit.

He was devoted to his children, and was fiercely protective of them. He and Amy worked diligently to enable their participation in homeschool programs.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Amy Maynor LeJeune and his children Rachel, Wyatt, Eli and Isabelle; parents, Lonnie LeJeune (Addie) and Martha LeJeune; siblings, Donna Huff (Rick), Suzie Harvey (Charlie Williams) and Phyllis Martin (Brian Stroud); and nieces and nephews, Josh Huff, Nolan Glynn, Julie Whitlock, Briana Harvey, Brian Huff, Haley Huff, Jared Martin, Trevor Glynn, Jordan Glynn, Abigail LaRocca, Hunter Miller, Conor Fontenot, Caleb Marshburn, Elleigh Maynor and Finleigh Maynor.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elias and Leah LeJeune and Lawrence and Maria Alleman; as well as his niece, Danielle Martin.

Kenneth was well loved by his friends and family. He will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Cashner Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, at 2 p.m. in Cashner Colonial Chapel with burial follow in Garden Park Cemetery. You are invited to view our webpage and leave written tributes to the family at cashnerconroe.com.

Hillary Leviner

Hillary Leviner, 83, died Dec. 31. The full direct link to Hillary’s online obit is https://www.gallagherfh.com/memorials/hillary-lee-leviner/4481878/index.php.

Juanita Marie Lopez

Juanita Marie Lopez, 89, died Jan. 11. Funeral Service will be 2 p.m. today, Jan. 13, at Matthews and Son Funeral Home, Jennings. Burial will be in Bertrand Cemetery.

Rev. Vernon Ray Martindale, Sr.

Funeral service for Rev. Vernon Ray Martindale Sr., 86, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, at First Baptist Church of Elton. Burial will be at Little Hope Cemetery in Jasper, under the direction of Ardoin/Allen Parish Funeral Homes.

Bertie Willis McGlone

Bertie Willis McGlone, 88, of Lake Charles, died Sunday, Jan. 10, at home. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. today, Jan. 13, in Rush Funeral Home, Oakdale. Interment will be in Cryer Cemetery, Oakdale, under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Alfred “Fred” Peter Miller

Alfred “Fred” Peter Miller went to his eternal resting place with Jesus Christ on Sunday afternoon in a local hospital, due to complications of the COVID 19 Virus and Dementia.

Service for Mr. Alfred will be done by Hixson Funeral Home in Lake Charles, La.; beginning with visitation on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a Knights of Columbus rosary at 6 p.m. Visitation will resume on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, at 9 a.m. and will end with a procession to the church at 10:30 a.m. A Mass of Celebration of Life for Mr. Alfred will be held Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, at Our Lady Queen of Heaven at 11 a.m. with Msgr. Danny Torres officiating. Burial will follow in the Andrus Cove cemetery in Lake Arthur.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 31 years, Betty Jean Poole Albritton Miller; his seven children, Zora “Paula” Anderson of Nome, Ark., Ben (Vicki) Miller of Lake Charles, La., Marie (Greg) Barnes of Groesbeck, Texas, Karen Ledford of Lake Charles, La., Kristie (Dick) Harrell of Groesbeck, Texas, Tony (Kathy) Miller of Lake Charles, La., Rusty (Janice) Miller of Baton Rouge, La., and Betty’s three children, Jean (Cheryl) of Nederland, Texas, Edie Ramsey of San Antonio, Texas, Deanna Wolford of Brookland, Texas; 26 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; and a brother, Tommy Miller.

Pallbearers are grandsons, Michael Anderson, Jordan Miller, Jake Wolford, Justin Rasberry, Tyler Moore, Caleb Sutherland, Terry McDaniel and RJ Trainham.

He was preceded in death by his wife and mother of his seven children, Loula Mae Boudoin Miller; his parents, Dupre and Zora Miller; his brothers, Jimmy Miller of Egan; Dwight Miller of Lake Arthur; one granddaughter Lyndsey Mae Harrell and great-grandson Gabriel Trey Rasberry.

The family is requesting that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in memory of Alfred Miller to a charity of your choice as he was a generous donor to local, state and national non-profits.

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Jessie Allen Lanier Sattler

Feb. 1, 1934

Jan. 9, 2021

Jessie Sattler, 86, passed away Saturday, Jan. 9. 2021, in her daughter’s home in Austin, Texas. Her daughter, Kathi, and grandson, Timothy, were by her side. Jessie was born Feb. 1, 1934, and reared in Elton, La. She attended Elton High School and earned her High School diploma through the G E D Program. Later in life she attended McNeese State University and earned a B.A. Degree and M.Ed in Elementary Education. She taught 2nd grade at Kinder Elementary for 29 years. Following her retirement from Allen Parish School Board, she was employed by the Grand Coushatta Casino as one of the GED teachers. During her tenure there, she assisted many Coushatta Casino employees in attaining their GED. One of her greatest joys was teaching. She loved her students and felt fulfillment watching them learn and grow. She loved to read and encouraged others to read. Her gift of cooking and her fun-loving smile made holidays and get-togethers very special times for family and friends. Also, her dogs and cats were well fed and loved. Jessie was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She especially enjoyed her role as “Maw Maw.” She loved music. Her all-time favorite artist was George Jones.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Kathi Lanier Rye of Austin, Texas, Sonni Bentley (Dale) of Lake Charles, grandsons Mark Bentley (Erin) of Lake Charles and Timothy Rye II ( Sarah) of Austin, Texas, great-grandchildren, Charis Bentley, Timothy Rye III “Trey”, Blythe Bentley, Amelie Bentley, Spencer Rye and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jessie was preceded in death by her parents, John “Jack” and Florence (Manuel) Allen, her husband and father of her children; Everett Leo Lanier, her husband Lubert “Lou” Sattler, sisters; Gloria Jane Allen and Sherry Allen Laird and brother, John Allen, Jr and son -in-law Dale Bentley.

A Funeral service will be held at Reed Funeral Home of Kinder at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, with the Rev. Don Barrett officiating. Burial will follow at Carter Memorial. Visitation will begin Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Family requests you to wear a mask, and for those who do not want to be approached, there will be provided a separate seating area for waves, virtual hugs and kisses. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Kinder Bible Church in Kinder, LA. or to the organization special to you.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.reedfuneralhomeofkinder.com.

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Phyllis Lorraine Scott

Phyllis Lorraine Scott, 77, of Lake Charles, died on Oct. 8. A celebration of life will be held at noon Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in the North Venue at Trinity Baptist Church. Gathering of family and friends will be from 10 a.m. until time of service under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home.

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Albert Lee Simien, Sr.

March 26, 1944 – Jan. 10, 2021

Mr. Albert Lee Simien Sr. entered this life on March 26, 1944, in Mallet, La., to the late Carlton Simien and Martha Leger Simien. Albert’s parents relocated to Opelousas, La., when he was only six-months; where he resided until he was 26 years old. He moved to Lake Charles, La., in the year of 1969 where he worked at the Port of Lake Charles for all of one week. He took a job with a relative as a laborer in the brick business for three weeks; giving him just enough time to learn the trade, after which he was able to start his own successful business of 47 and a half years. Shortly after Albert moved to Lake Charles, he met the love of his life JoAnn Simien; they were married into this holy union for 50 years.

Albert leaves to cherish his memories with his wife JoAnn Bushnell Simien of Lake Charles, La.; two daughters, Pamela (Carlos) Hank of Las Vegas, Nev., and Rosalyn Marie Simien of Lake Charles; and one son, Albert (Nicole) Simien of Lake Charles; niece/daughter, Elizabeth Guillory; two sisters, Anabelle Amos of Lake Charles, La., and Marilynn Thibodeaux of Beaumont, Texas; 17 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law; Leontine (Clearance) Lachapelle of Lake Charles; one brother-in-law, Roy (Jean) Bushnell of Iowa, Louisiana; two foster daughters, Stacy and Tracy Allison of Eunice, Louisiana; and a host of nieces, nephews and relatives.

Albert was preceded in death by his parents, Carlton and Martha Leger Simien; one sister Rose Guillory; one brother, Joseph Simien; one daughter, Stephanie Simien Williams; one nephew/grandchild, Paulden James Lewis; one great-grandchild, Dallas JaR’Mar Williams (DJ).

Albert was a member of Immaculate heart of Mary Catholic Church for 5 years, he also laid the bricks on the sign in front of the church and Bar-be que pit in the Founder’s Hall. Albert was well known in the community. He had a nick name in the Brick industry, “Foot, he was given this name by Mr. Ernie Natali. Albert mentored young men by giving them jobs as labors. “He would always say he would make a man out of them.” Another thing he would tell everyone was to find a job you love to do and not to worry about the money; it will come later. Find your passion and love for it and you will never work a day in your life. Albert and JoAnn were foster parents from 1980-1991 and they will always be remembered for the many lives they touched. Daddy never met a stranger, after retiring in 2006 he could often be found at the Wal-Mart on Highway 14 sitting at the front door greeting people, many thought he worked there; but that was not the case. His love of people and building relations became his new passion and get away. It made him feel as though he still had a purpose. Daddy you will be truly missed, but never forgotten.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 1 p.m. on Jan. 15, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. **In compliance with current COVID-19 mandates, we respectfully all attendees wear face masks and respect social distancing.** Father Wayne LeBleu and Father Sam Orsot (great-nephew) will be officiating. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Lake Charles. His visitation will be at Lake City Baptist Church on Friday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a rosary at 11:30 a.m.

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

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Samuel Joseph “Dude” Smith Jr.

Samuel Joseph “Dude” Smith Jr. was born on Aug. 6, 1966. He passed away on Jan. 8, 2021, at the age of 54 at South Cameron Hospital with his brother and nephew beside him.

He is survived by son, Samuel Joseph Smith, III and wife Megan; son, William Gregory Smith; former wife, Paula Smith; mother, Paralee Smith; brother, Charles Prentiss Smith and wife Jill; nephew, Charles Prentiss Smith, Jr.; niece, Claire Yvette Smith; uncle, Bill Dowers, Sr. and family; aunt, Wanda Lee Broussard and family; and cousin, Corliss Lynn Cooper and husband Bryan.

Dude is preceded in death by his father, Samuel Joseph Smith, Sr.; maternal grandparents, Prentiss Jesse and Gladys Price; paternal grandparents, Joe and Anita Smith; aunt, Carol Ann “Nanny” Dowers; uncle, Charles Lee Smith; aunt, Annie Jane Smith; uncle, Fred Broussard, Sr.; cousin, James Joseph “Sonny” Smith; cousin, Jamie Cooper; and best friend, Greg Efferson.

Dude graduated as salutatorian in 1984 from Dequincy High School where he served as Student Council President and lettered in multiple sports. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from McNeese State University in 1989 and a Master of Education degree from Lamar State University in 2011.

Dude began his coaching career in 1992 at Opelousas Catholic School and continued to teach and coach for 26 years before going to work at DOW Chemical in Freeport, Texas. Dude was a member of the Louisiana High School Coaches Association, the Texas High School Coaches Association, and the National Football Coaches Association. He was an assistant coach for the boys’ soccer team at St. Louis Catholic School where he won a state championship in 1997. He served as Head Football Coach at Clear Lake High School from 2010-2015.

Service will be held at the DeQuincy United Methodist Church Gym on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021, at 2 p.m. with Rev. James Barrett officiating. Visitation will be at the DeQuincy United Methodist Gym on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Visitation will resume at the Church Gym on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Masonic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to DeQuincy United Methodist Church, 301 E. Center St., DeQuincy, LA. 70633.

Services entrusted to Jordan and Amanda Mothershed of Hixson-Snider Funeral Home in DeQuincy.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonsnider.com.

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Althea Edwina Thomas

Althea Edwina Thomas, age 89, of Lake Charles, La., passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021. She was born on Sept. 19, 1931, to Emmit McManus and Mary Cascio McManus.

Althea was a lifelong resident of Moss Bluff, La., where she was a member of Moss Bluff United Pentecostal Church. She retired from Bell South.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Odell Thomas of Moss Bluff, La.; one daughter, Donna G. Thomas of Moss Bluff, La.; two brothers, Earl McManus of Conroe, Texas, and Kenneth Ray McManus of Moss Bluff, La.; her grandchildren, Jason Thomas, Alicia Carlin, Angela Belshe, Yolanda Aymond, Crystal Carrier, Brandy Comeaux and Roger Dale Thomas Jr.

Visitationw will be held at Hixson Funeral home of Moss Bluff, on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, beginning at 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and will resume on Friday at 9 a.m. until the time of service. Funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. at the funeral home where the Rev. Jared Pugh will officiate. Burial will follow at Bird Nest Cemetery.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com

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Carol Winn Vincent

Carol Winn Vincent, 56, was born Jan. 24, 1964. She passed away on Jan. 10, 2021, from gynecological carcinosarcoma.

Carol was a 1982 graduate of LaGrange High School where she was a member of the band and orchestra. Carol began her working career at Abe’s Grocery at 13 years old where she learned the importance of hard work from her mother, Miss Irene. Most who shopped there knew her simply as “Miss Irene’s daughter.” It was here, with the matchmaking magic of Miss Irene, that Carol met the love of her life of 33 years, John Vincent. Carol worked at Marcantel’s Grocery in college and through business school. Upon finishing business school, Carol worked for the Family Practice Office of Drs. LeBeau and Primeaux for 20 years. In 2011, Carol and John set out on an adventure to be business owners. Together, they ran Whispering Creek Lodging and RV Park for 9 years. Carol proclaims this interaction with customers, and this journey in her life, as her witness to others. All who visited Whispering Creek were sure to see the love of the Lord through everything she was a part of.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Irene Thibodeaux Winn.

Carol is survived by her father, John Winn; her loving husband, John Eric Vincent; daughters, Melissa LeBlanc and husband Stephen; Kellie Vincent, and fiance’, James Mason; grandson who she loved “big, big, BIG like the world”, Owen John LeBlanc. She is also survived by her brother Craig Winn and wife Lynette Winn, nieces who she loved like daughters, Brittany Kingsley and husband Chris, and Amber Kussmann and husband Curtis, great nephews, Cade and Aiden Kussmann and great nieces Ryan Kingsley and Ellie Kussmann.

Carol fought strong and lived by her favorite verse Joshua 1:9-Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. DO NOT BE AFRAID, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Carol was a strong fighter and chose to fight to the end with dignity stating the following: “I don’t want to live my life for chemo; I want to live my life for Carol.” And that she did.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, in the chapel of Johnson and Brown Funeral Home in Iowa, La., from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Visitation will continue on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021, from 9 a.m. until time of service at Johnson and Brown Funeral Home in Iowa. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. The Rev. Gil Broussard is to officiate. Burial will follow at Consolata Cemetery.

The family would like to extend their utmost appreciation to the faculty and staff of Brighton Bridge Hospice. They are truly caring individuals who made a painful process more bearable with their compassion and kindness.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to www.GCSProject.org in memory of Carol.

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

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