It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lesly Ann Richard, who passed away on April 11, 2025 at the age of 63. Lesly was living in Kennesaw, Ga. at the time of her passing and has many friends and family who will remember her as being full of joy and spirit, along with her laughter and kind heart.

Lesly was born June 3, 1961 in Lake Charles, La. and is preceded in death by her parents, Lincoln and Loney Ri’chard; sister, Lila Patrice, and brothers, Randolph and John Arvin. Surviving family members are Christopher, Winfred and Bryant along with her nieces and nephews.

The family plans to bring her remains home to Lake Charles, La. and lay to rest in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting donations by setting up a gofundme page at: https://gofund.me/b9bf6c3c

May her memory bring comfort to all who knew and loved her.