Martha C. Birdsong

Linda Kay Kohler Bonner

Kenneth R. Bourgeois

Ruth Deville Broussard

Albert Naylor Burguieres

Sherman Roy Cloman, Sr.

Jessie Dale Cooley

Gerald Dennis

Pierre Deville

Andrew Bailey Fontenot

Dorothy Brammer Hanna

Dora Lee Hayes

Terry Michael Hogue

Bobbie W. Johnson and Billie R. Johnson

Dene Paul Johnson

Leon Joseph Leger Sr.

Stanley Allen Marshall

Hazel Louise Bryant 
Martin

Shelton Joseph Mayers

Paul Lynn Moses

Derek James Ogea

Patricia Nichols Plush

Pearl M. Roberts

Jane Fontenot St. Romain

Martha C. Birdsong

Martha C. Birdsong, 64 of Lake Charles, died March 17, 2021. A celebration of life will be Monday, March 22, 2021 at University Baptist Church beginning at 3 p.m. under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home.

Linda Kay Kohler Bonner

Linda Kay Kohler Bonner, 66, passed away peacefully March 18, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Lake Charles, La on Jan. 24 1955 to her parents Colonial Haley E and Lela B Kohler. The baby of five children, Linda was the “apple” of her daddy’s eyes.

She graduated from Lagrange Senior High in 1971 and was the Flag Corps captain for 3 years. Linda graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1976 with a dual degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice. She enjoyed a successful career with United Way of Alabama for 18 years.

Left to cherish her loving memory are her three children: Becky Nave (Josh), Erin Kelly (Bradley) and Ryan Bonner (Ashley), her sister Sandra Earthmen (Bob) of Houston, Texas, brothers Mike Kohler (Elaine) of Lake Charles, Karl Kohler (Sheila) of Lake Charles and 15 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Steve Kohler. Funeral will be Tuesday, March 23 at 1 p.m. in Sanford, N.C. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the family can be made to everloved.com.

Kenneth R. Bourgeois

IOWA – Kenneth R. Bourgeois, born Jan. 8, 1936, son of the late Dudley Adam and Lelia (Louviere) Bourgeois, passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021 at the age of 85.

Kenneth served honorably in the U. S. Army for two years. He retired from the maintenance department of the Calcasieu Parish School Board. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Iowa where he was a member of the United Methodist Men. Kenneth loved being with his family and friends and was a life-long New York Yankee fan.

He is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, D. J. Bourgeois; Richard Bourgeois; Nola Jane Bourgeois Broussard and Ruth Bourgeois Johnson.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Roberta Cady Bourgeois; children, Rhonda Tomb (Kevin); Kimberly Meaux (Paul); grandchildren, Landon Tomb; Kelsey Carter (Caleb); Steven Paul Meaux; Bryce Meaux (Rachelle); Kayli Meaux; great-grandchildren, Tate Comeaux; Blake Meaux; Lyla Carter; sibling, Charles Bourgeois (Barbara); sisters-in-law, Christine Bourgeois; Yvonne Bourgeois.

Funeral services will be held in First United Methodist Church in Iowa, 301 S. Kinney, Iowa, LA, on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Doug Ezell and Rev. Dr. David Dewitt officiating. Burial will follow in Pine Hill Cemetery under the direction of Johnson & Brown Funeral Home of Iowa. Visitation begins in Johnson & Brown Funeral Home of Iowa on Monday from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. in the funeral home and will resume Tuesday in the church from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Pallbearers assisting in his service are Steven Paul Meaux; Bryce Meaux; Landon Tomb; Caleb Carter; David Bourgeois and Ty Bourgeois. Tate Comeaux will serve as honorary.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First United Methodist Church of Iowa, 301 S. Kinney, Iowa, LA 70647.

Per the request of the family, please no food in the funeral home.

Words of comfort may be shared at: www.johnsonandbrownfuneralhome.com. Facebook: Johnson & Brown Funeral Home

Ruth Deville Broussard

9-20-1924 – 3-19-2021

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception Church on Monday, March 22, 2021 at 3 p.m. for Ruth (Ruthie) Deville Broussard, 96, of Lake Charles, La who died Friday, March 19, 2021 at her Son’s home surrounded by family.

Ruthie was born in Port Arthur, Texas then her family moved back to Opelousas where she was raised and graduated from Opelousas High School. She worked as a photographer for the Opelousas Daily World where she met the love of her life Narcisse “Bruce” Broussard. Ruthie belonged to the Ad & Press Club and Gridiron’s Comedy Show, Alter Society of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception Church, Calcasieu Boat Club, Very Important Christians Club (VIC), Senior Citizens Craft Group and her Pokeno group. Ruthie never met a stranger and loved and lived life to the fullest.

She is survived by her two children, Stephen Dupre Broussard and his wife Lisa of Forked Island, and Mary Catherine Jeffers of Chloe; her two grandchildren, Brian Jeffers of Chloe and Katie Broussard Richard and her husband Brandon of Mire; her five great grandchildren, Ozzy and Gabriel Jeffers of Lake Charles and Liam, Layla and Landyn Richard of Mire; one niece Camille Girouard and husband Rusty of Lafayette.

She was preceded in death by her husband Narcisse “Bruce” Broussard, her parents Maurice and Elise Dupre Deville and her sister Jeanie Tepee.

Her funeral mass will be held at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception Church with Reverend Jace Eskind presiding. Rosary will be held at 2:30 p.m. followed by funeral mass at 3 p.m. with burial to follow at Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will begin in the church at 1 p.m.

The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Hospice of Acadiana, her hospice Nurse Whitney Credeur and CNA Sheena Domingue. Her wonderful caregivers Phyllis Nickel and Lisa Gaspard for their care and compassion given to Ruthie.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Immaculate Conception Church, 935 Bilbo St., Lake Charles, LA 70602 or to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70503 in her name.

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

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Albert Naylor Burguieres

“Our beloved Papa who taught us that family takes care of family. We love you!”

Albert Naylor “Duts” Burguieres, 79, of Lake Charles passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021 in Beaumont, Texas in an assisted living home.

Mr. Burguieres was born Jan. 29, 1942 in Lafayette, La to Edward E. Burguieres and Mary Ellen Bell Burguieres Ruckstuhl. He was a graduate of LaGrange Senior High School and Tulane University where he attained a Bachelor of Science in English Education. He attended Tulane on an athletic scholarship from 1960-1963, and he played both quarterback and defensive back his senior year. He began his career at De LeSalle High School in New Orleans. Coach Burguieres returned to both his home and his high school to coach for the LaGrange High School Gators. He continued his education, earning a master’s degree in administration and served as Assistant Principal at LaGrange and later served as a Central Office Administrator for Calcasieu Parish School Board. He retired after forty years of service. Mr. Burguieres also served on the Board of Directors for his family’s business, J.M. Burguieres, Inc., as a Calcasieu Parish Police Juror and was a member and past president of Louisiana Fishing Club. He was a faithful member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church.

He leaves to honor his memory, his first wife, Jerry Lynn Fontenot Burguieres Woolman of Lake Charles; two sons, Douglas Duane Burguieres and wife Cindy and Steven Ray Burguieres and wife Karen, both of Lake Charles; four grandchildren, Kaitlin Marai Burguieres, Benjamin Keith Burguieres, Brady Douglas Burguieres and Marissa Kate Burguieres; his sister, Rosalind Ruckstuhl of Lake Charles; two sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Burguieres and Margaret Burguieres, many nieces and nephews and many dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his second wife, Gwendolyn Lancon; his parents; two brothers, Williams Edward Burguieres and Robert Naylor Burguieres and one sister, Gwynn Ellyn Savant.

A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2020 at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Monsignor Jace Eskind and Monsingor Daniel Torres will officiate. Interment will follow in the Burguieres family cemetery in St. Helen’s Cemetery in Louisa, La. Father Randy Courville will officiate. Visitation Tuesday will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. with a rosary beginning at 6 p.m. at Lake City Baptist Church.

Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

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

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Sherman Roy Cloman, Sr.

Homegoing Celebration Services for Sherman Roy Cloman, Sr., 73, will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, March 22, 2021, at New Faith Missionary Baptist Church, 4211 Opelousas St., Lake Charles, LA. Apostle Amos Horton, Jr., will officiate. Visiting will be in the church from 11 a.m. until the time of celebration services. Burial will be in Perkins Cemetery under the direction of Semien-Lewis Mortuary of Jennings, La. Face covering and social distancing guidelines are required.

Sherman Roy Cloman, Sr. was born to Olivia Roe and the late Hardy Johnson. He graduated from Richwood High School in Richwood, La. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord & Savior at an early age. He served as an usher for many years in the church. Sherman turned his love of caring for others into a career as an Orderly at E. A. Conway Hospital in Monroe, LA. He also had a passion and love for carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.

Sherman met the love of his life (Cheri) on Feb. 10, 1992, at 9:45 p.m. on a Wednesday night. Later they married and to that union, they had five children, Shermain Cloman, Sherman Cloman, Jr., Hannah Cloman, Christopher Lloyd, and Jonathan Lloyd Commodore. He also had four other children from a previous marriage, Dennise, Shannon, Tanzania, & Frankie.

Prior to Sherman’s death, he was well taken care of at his residence and loved dearly by his wife & children until he received his wings on March 11, 2021. Sherman was known for his friendly attitude, humbleness, willingness to help others, loyalty to family & friends, and his award-winning smile. He was truly loved by his sister-in-law, Keelye Thomlinson, his brother Wayne fields, his cousin George Downs, his extended family, the Linda Ceasar Family, and the Lavergne Family.

Sherman was preceded in death by his father, Hardy Johnson, and his son Dennis Cloman.

Sherman is survived by his loving wife, Cheri, Cloman; his children, Shermaine Cloman, Sherman Roy Cloman, Jr., Hannah Cloman, Christopher Lloyd, Jonathan Lloyd Commodore, Shannon Cloman, Tanzania Cloman, and Frankie Cloman (Quarry); his brother, Wayne D. Fields; his mother, Olivia Roe; his daughter-in-law, Michelle Cloman; his sister-in-law, Keelye Thomlinson; seven sisters, a host of grandchildren, and a host of great-grandchildren.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.semien-lewis mortuary.com

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Jessie Dale Cooley

Jessie Dale Cooley, 92, of Lake Charles, La, passed from this life on Friday, March 19, 2021. Graveside service will be held Monday, March 22, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Beauregard Cemetery in DeRidder, La. Burial will follow at Beauregard Cemetery in DeRidder, La. Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La.

Gerald Dennis

DEL RIO – Gerald “Tiger” Dennis passed on March 18, 2021 in Houston, Texas.

He lived a long life proving unimaginable strength and endurance.

He was one of a kind, popular almost everywhere and with almost everyone.

Tiger shared his passions for adventure, the open expanse of a vast wilderness, travel, cattle breeding, ranching and above all else the pleasure and very fine art of storytelling. Tiger never met a story that he could not improve upon. Tiger also never met a situation he could not dare, weave or circumvent. He taught us how to be fluid, adventurous and fearless. Tiger was passionate about nearly anything to do with being outdoors whether it be farming, ranching, hunting, piddling under the barn, palling around with his children or on the relentless hunt for a large, green piece of land.

In his younger years he obtained his pilot’s license and loved to take friends up in the air. There are so many great stories, one of which includes a jaunt known to include a midnight, impromptu and very narrow marsh landing.

Tiger had an innate talent for working with the elements of fire and earth. He also had a uniquely mischievous quality about him. This gift was regularly shared with his siblings, children and grandchildren.

He lived his life his way and was unapologetic about what he believed in and valued. He always had one hell of handshake and was ‘working cows’ very late in life when others would have retired to a couch. He was quick to help out with anything and everything. That has and always will inspire us.

He has shown his own unique form of light in many places, on multitudes of people and across a number of industries.

He had unbreakable bonds with Alexis and Abel. He instilled in Alexis an unerring confidence and an unquenchable thirst for great unknowns and great mysteries of life. He taught Abel about the challenges and rewards of trusting your instincts and taking a chance. In Abel, he infused the qualities of endurance, commitment and dependability. He is loved fiercely and fondly remembered.

Tiger joins his parents Truman Dennis and Lurline Foster Dennis in peace. He is survived by brothers, David and Keith Dennis, sisters Gwen Cruz, Linda Hare and Ingrid Moore and his loving children: Alexis Dennis Comeaux and husband Wade, and Abel Dennis and wife Courtney, and his grandchildren: Tye and Bryka Dennis.

Alexis and Abel will be honoring Tiger’s wishes to forego a traditional memorial service. As he excelled in telling only the best stories and being game for adventure, in true ‘Tiger fashion’, his children and grandchildren will memorialize him in an intimate ceremony spreading his ashes from somewhere atop the majestic backdrop of the Continental Divide. He was fully alive during prior trips to Montana with Alexis and Abel. The family is eager to honor his memory and in the spirit of his truest wishes.

Tiger fought the good fight, finished the race and remained faithful.

If feeling inclined, in lieu of flowers or otherwise, the family requests any memorial donations be made to MD Anderson Cancer Center: www.gifts.mdanderson.org

The family would like to give special thanks to the UTMB Galveston Kidney Transplant Team and the Head, Neck and Thoracic Teams at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

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Pierre Deville

Pierre Lunsford Deville, 88, of Moss Bluff, LA, died at 3:32 a.m. on Thursday, March 18, 2021 in a local hospital.

Mr. Deville was born Jan. 11, 1933 in Turkey Creek, La and attended Pine Prairie High School, where he excelled at track. He served his country in the U.S. Army for twenty years, retiring as a First Sergeant in the 82nd Airborne . During his military career, he served twice in Viet Nam. In 1971 he retired to the Westlake/ Moss Bluff area. For over 20 years, he worked for PPG, where he retired as a carpenter. Mr. Deville was a member of First Baptist Church of Moss Bluff. He was a master carpenter and enjoyed building houses with his son Brett. Mr. Deville will be remembered for his love of fishing, a hard worker, and a wonderful family man.

Mr. Deville is survived by his wife of 66 years, Dorothy “Dot” Deville; son, Brett Deville and wife Wanda of Westlake, La; daughters, Sheila Carruth and husband Harry of Sulphur, La and Lisa Uribe of Grand Rapids, Mi; uncle, Roger Morein of Mamou, La; grandchildren, Natasha Coleman and husband Keith, Shannon Henry and husband Barret, Thomas “Trey” Bourgeois lll and wife Mallory, Alex Uribe , nine great-grandchildren; and bonus grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Troy and Annie Deville; and sisters, Mary Fontenot and Annie Belle Deville.

His funeral service will be at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 with visitation from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff. Steve and Phillip Wilson will officiate. Burial with military honors will be at the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Jennings.

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

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Andrew Bailey Fontenot

We mourn the loss of our husband, father, brother and son who always lived bigger than life itself. Andrew “Dru” Bailey Fontenot was born March 21, 1971 to Brenda and Bill Fontenot and left us on March 17, 2021.

Dru was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles and a graduate of St. Margaret’s Catholic School, St. Louis High School and McNeese State University. During his career, Dru was involved in a number of entrepreneurial endeavors. His most gratifying work came in the aftermath of Hurricane Rita. Working with Crowder Gulf, FEMA, and state and local governments, he brought all parties together to accomplish a common goal in recovering from the devastation left in Rita’s wake. We were all so proud of his tireless and selfless efforts to help so many who were without.

Dru had zest for life, people and living large. He lived, loved and played hard. Always the life of the party, Dru’s sense of humor was unequalled. In the best and the worst of times, Dru would always keep you laughing.

Beneath his jovial persona, Dru had a heart of gold. He was always trying to help someone out in one way or another. He was blessed with good looks, charm, charisma, out of this world intelligence and a heart for service. Dru knew lots of people from all walks of life. All were treated with respect and greeted with that big smile and a warm handshake or hug. He made people, all people feel important. He was admired by many.

Dru also loved the outdoors. Hunting and fishing were favorites of his but best when done with family and friends. However, Dru’s greatest love was for family, his whole family. We all loved him unconditionally.

Dru is survived by his loving and caring wife, Cindi Reed Fontenot, son, Kade Reed Brashear, his mother Brenda Bailey Fontenot McCall, husband Bob, sister Renee’ Fontenot Free, brother Todd Fontenot, wife Beth, brother Andre’ Fontenot, wife Marianne, nieces Cydney Free, Lauren Fontenot, Emily Fontenot, nephews Corey Free, Jacob Fontenot, Gavin and Garin Fontenot, and Will Fontenot. He was preceded in death by his father, William “Bill” Fontenot.

Visitation is on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Lake City Baptist Church from 5-8 p.m. with a rosary beginning at 7:30 p.m. On March 23 visitation will begin at 9 a.m. at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church with mass at 11 a.m., all in Lake Charles.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Ronald McDonald House, rmhc.org.

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Dorothy Brammer Hanna

Dorothy Brammer Hanna, a lifelong resident of Calcasieu Parish, passed away on March 2, 2021, at age 95. Dorothy was baptized and confirmed in the faith at St. John Lutheran Church in Lake Charles. Dorothy graduated from high school in Lake Charles, from junior college at McNeese, from LSU with a BA in Music Education and from McNeese State University with a Masters degree in Music.

In 1946, she began teaching vocal music in the Vinton public school system. A year later she married Wallace (Jake) Hanna, Vinton High’s football coach and later principal. Together they taught, disciplined and encouraged hundreds of students over 25 plus years. Dorothy taught vocals to Bobby Kimball, Toto’s lead singer, whose hits include “Rosanna” and “Africa.” Bobby visited Dorothy several times with autographed albums and thanked her for his success!

Dorothy sang alto for over 40 years in the Lake Charles Messiah Chorus and Orchestra, held annually at McNeese. As a gifted pianist she accompanied choirs at First United Methodist Church on Broad Street in Lake Charles. After a generous gift, McNeese State University named the Department of Performing Arts after Dorothy and her late husband.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Edith Brammer; her husband of 54 years, Wallace Astor Hanna; her brother Karl Brammer of Gonzales, La, and her sister Shirley Rhodes of West Fork, Ark. She is outlived by her sister Lyndal Munoz of Tulsa, OK and Nephews Anthony Munoz, Daniel Munoz (Eve), Paul Munoz (Amber) and Carl Starr (all of Tulsa, Okla.); Robin Rhodes (Brenda) of West Fork, Ark.; Roger Anderson (Rebecca) or Minden, La; Peter Brammer (Teresa) of Lake Charles, La; and Nieces Cynthia Griffith of Baton Rouge, La; Mattie Olson (Rod) of Gonzales, La; Twila Capshaw (Gary) of Farmington, Ark.; Elizabeth Decker (Dan) of Janesville, WI; and beloved cousin Billy Dodd (Nanette) of Willis, Texas.

A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church when Covid singing restrictions have been lifted. Thanks to her long term caregiver, Carly Fuselier Trahan, the staff at the Veranda, Lake Charles; and the staff (especially Lucky) at her Hurricane Laura evacuation home, the Gardens at Brook Ridge in Pharr, Texas.

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Dora Lee Hayes

Dora Lee Hayes, 93, of Sulphur gained her Heavenly reward on Thursday, March 18, 2021.

A lifelong Sulphur resident, Dora was graduate of Sulphur High School Class of 1944. She worked at the Sulphur Mines and met her husband while working at Firestone Tire & Rubber Plant. Dora later obtained her cosmetology license; she was the owner and operator of Maplewood Beauty Salon for over 20 years. She was a member of Belleview Baptist Church of Westlake. Dora loved fishing, cooking, and playing Bingo. She adored her family and cherished time spent together.

She was reunited in Heaven with her husband of 71 years, Andrew U. “Red” Hayes; son, Garey Hayes; infant son, Randall Hayes; her parents, Foster and Ada Griffith; and siblings, Carl Griffith, Shirley Griffith, Junior Griffith, Pearl Trice, Thelma Barton, and Ethel Dore.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Carla Bragg and husband Tom of New Caney, Texas; daughter-in-law, Judy Hayes of Westlake; grandchildren, Jesse Bragg and wife Colleen, Roger Bragg and wife, Amanda, Kacee Boxley and husband Philip, and Randy Hayes; great grandchildren, Taylor, Megan, Andrew, William, Jacob, Nolan, and Hunter.

Funeral services honoring Dora’s life will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, March 23, 2021 in Johnson & Robison Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Mimosa Pines Cemetery South. Visitation will be 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Tuesday in the funeral home. Words of comfort and memories may be shared with the family at www.robisonfuneralhome.com.

The family wishes to express a special “Thank You” to the administration and staff of Stonebridge Assisted Living for the excellent care given to Dora. Also, a special note of gratitude to Heart of Hospice for the compassion and care given.

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Terry Michael Hogue

Terry Michael Hogue, 66, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021 at his home in Denham Springs. He was surrounded by his wife Oreda Gaye and caregivers, Chris and Diane with his dog and friend Princess. Terry loved flying, motorcycles, fishing, guns, eating out, traveling and living life to its fullest. He was also a good friend, nurse, soldier and son in law. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Oreda Gaye Morgan Hogue. Princess his Boston Terrier dog. His aunt Lucille Starrett, his mother-in-law, Claudette Morgan. He is also survived by his cousin, Alan Starrett, New Zealand. He is preceded in death by his parents Kenneth Dale Hogue and Florence Park Hogue as well as his stepfather, Jack Gallant. He had many friends who will miss him very much, Special thanks to caregivers Chris, Diane, and Wanda and Amedisys Home Health. Terry was a high School drop out, but in the Army, during the Viet Nam war, he received his high school diploma. Terry graduated from Southeastern La. University with a degree in Psychology. He also received an RN degree from Our Lady of the Lake College, where he was employed for 21 years. He served 30 years in the US Army from which he retired as a Major in 2001. He received a Graduate Degree also from Command and General Staff College with the US Army. Terry grew up in New Orleans, moved to Baton Rouge after graduating from college and serving 2 years at Fort Polk. Later after meeting and marrying his wife, who was a blind date, they bought their home in 1993 in Denham Springs. Denham Springs became his home until his death. Now he has a new home in Heaven with his Lord and Savior. Memorial service at a later date.

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Bobbie W Johnson and Billie R Johnson

Bobbie Wayne Johnson, 82 years old, passed away peacefully at his home with family at his side on March 19, 2021. He was born November 16, 1938 to Joseph Leroy and Hazel O’Quin Johnson along with his identical twin brother, Billie Roy Johnson in Lone Pine, La. Billie passed away on April 25, 2020.

Billie and Bobbie graduated in 1956 from Bayou Chicot High School. They attended Spencer Business College in Baton Rouge, La. Billie joined the Marines and Bobbie married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Katie Brown Johnson in 1957. They were married for 63 loving and adventurous years.

Bobbie was employed by NASA at their Michoud Plant in New Orleans. He retired after 20 years as a Master Electrician at Continental Carbon Company in Westlake, LA. Bobbie loved woodworking and refinishing furniture and with Katie at his side they turned their hobby and love of antiques into their livelihood for 31 years. Their travels brought them from the Texas Hill Country to the New England countryside doing Antique shows.

Billie retired from Greyhound bus lines after 20 years of service and retired from the Parish as a Maintenance Supervisor for a decade.

Bobbie is survived by his wife Katie and their three daughters Kimberly White (Loran), Cynthia Johnson, and Melanie McMullen (John). Grandchildren Emily McManus, Evan McManus (Scottie), Katie McManus Clausen, Savanna Allmand Randal (Sean), James Carlton Allmand, John Cabot McMullen II (Macy), Laura McMullen Fletcher (Troy). Great grandchildren Darcy McManus, Reagan McManus, Scarlet Clausen, Georgia Clausen, Jaxon Randal, Wyatt Randal, Abigail Rose McMullen, Lucy Fletcher and Emerson Fletcher.

Billie is survived by three daughters Leslie Santana, Robyn Clark and Lisa Johnson.

Billie and Bobbie are also survived by their sister Diane Linzay (Roy F) of Cheneyville, La and a host of nieces and nephews. They were preceded in death by their parents and brother, Donald Ray Johnson.

Anyone that met Bobbie and Billie and knew their quick wit and humorous “one liner’s” knows that they are now entertaining the angels and loved ones in heaven.

Twins, Sometimes miracles come in pairs

Twice the laughs – Twice the love!

A celebration of their lives will be held on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Gateway Church of God in Moss Buff, La from 1-2 p.m. A memorial service will follow at 2:15 p.m. officiated by their nephew Kirk Johnson.

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

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Dene Paul Johnson

Dene Paul Johnson, 45, of Lake Charles died Wednesday, March 17, 2021 in a Lafayette hospital. Funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at University Baptist Church under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home.

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Leon Joseph Leger Sr.

Leon Joseph Leger Sr., a housing inspector for the Lake Charles Housing Authority and a lifelong resident of Lake Charles, La, passed away unexpectedly on March 15, 2021 at the age of 50.

Leon Joseph Leger Sr. born Sept. 6, 1970 in Lafayette Louisiana to Antione Wilbert Leger Sr. and Joyce Ann Leger. Leon attended Lagrange High School. He worked as a dedicated employee of The Lake Charles Housing Authority for 23 years and received comprehensive public training from 1998 to 2021. Leon service began as a Maintenance Technician, he advanced quickly to a Maintenance Foreman and later a Housing Inspector. Leon was loved dearly by his family, supervisors, coworkers and the people he served.

Leon truly live life to the fullest. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life fishing, cooking, taking trips and cruises with his wife Tiffany Leger who he married on July 30, 2011 and became a blended family. Leon was a devoted family man that loved his children. Leon was positive, happy and full of wisdom.

Proceeding in death are his parents Antoine Wilbert Leger Sr. and Joyce Ann Leger, his brother Antoine Wilbert Leger, Jr. and his sister Linda Leger.

Leon leaves to cherish his sweet memories his loving wife, Tiffany Leger, two daughters, Keondra Leger, Leona Leger

Two sons, Leon Joseph Leger, Jr. and Ethan Leger, three bonus daughters

Deshondlyn Latour, Imani Broussard and Amayah Broussard

One bonus son Xavier Broussard

Two special great nephews , Logan and Levi Latour.

Four sisters, Lady Lona Leger Lemon (Pastor Ryan), Mary Lois Leger Ceasar (Sheon), Marie Leger Jackson (Lenny) and Margaret Leger Bushnell (John) all of Jacksonville, Fl

Three brothers, Anthony Leger (Jemma) of Lake Charles, Matthew Leger of Jacksonville and Jude Leger (Pamela) of Baton Rouge

Three goddaughters, Iesha Leger, Denisha Leger and Eden Rougeuax and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

From the family…Leon Not even death can break the bond we had. You were the most amazing person. Rest In Peace.

Visitation will be Monday, March 22, 2021 from 9 a.m. to noon in Combre Funeral home Chapel. Funeral service will be Monday March 22, 2021 at noon in Combre Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Mausoleum under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Words of comfort may be shared at www.combrefuneralhome.com.

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Stanley Allen Marshall

Stanley Allen Marshall, 92, of Lake Charles, La, died Thursday, March 18, 2021 in a local care facility. His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Trinity Baptist Church. Burial will be in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home.

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Hazel Louise Bryant Martin

Hazel Louise Bryant Martin, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home on March 14, 2021. She was surrounded by family and loving caregivers after living a full and blessed life of nearly 93 years. She will always be remembered for her beauty, grace, strong will, quiet confidence, and quick-witted comebacks… always with a smile on her face and twinkle in her eye.

Hazel was born on May 5, 1928 in Lithonia, Ga to Ruby and Floy Bryant. She grew up in Atlanta and graduated from Girls’ High School where she studied her favorite subjects, French and Latin. Hazel continued living in Atlanta and worked in the accounting department at what is now known as AT&T. She soon met the love of her life, Edward (“Ed”) Gene Martin, Sr., and became “forever his KA Rose.” After Ed’s graduation from Georgia Tech, they married on Sept. 24, 1951, and Ed was commissioned in the U.S. Army as a Second Lieutenant in the Ordinance Corps. He was stationed on Okinawa when he served in the Korean War, and Hazel joined him working as an administrator on the same Army base. After serving their country, Hazel and Ed returned home and had their first child, Kathryn (“Kay”) Frances Martin, followed by two sons, Edward (“Chip”) Gene Martin, Jr. and Kenneth (“Tad”) Bryant Martin.

Hazel and Ed began raising their family in Jackson, Mississippi where Ed, like his father, began his career in the automotive dealership industry. Close to Ed’s side of the family in Jackson, Hazel was loved and cherished by her in-laws and their extended family. As a devoted and supportive mother, Hazel served as the president of the PTA and a national PTA delegate for her children’s elementary school, as well as a Brownie, Girl Scout and Cub Scout Troop leader. In addition to being a devoted mother and wife, she performed in local musicals and lent her bookkeeping expertise to a boutique that created custom handbags. Later in life, she became an accomplished seamstress creating beautiful smocked outfits with entre-deux lace for her grandchildren.

In 1966, Ed and Hazel realized their dream of opening their own GMC dealership in Lake Charles, La. Hazel was a steady and unwavering support to Ed in building the business, so they were bound for success! As the business grew, they added a White Trucks line which later became a thriving Freightliner (Daimler Benz) franchise in addition to the original GMC and Pontiac lines. Never sitting still, they added Isuzu in 2016. From the beginning, Hazel served as Corporate Secretary and Director, always an active participant in the operations of the business. She was also a unifying force at the business. For years she visited the dealership most afternoons and organized the company Christmas parties and summer picnics. As the dealership thrived, their sons, Chip and Tad, followed in Ed’s footsteps and joined the business. In later years, their daughter, Kay, and grandson, Russell Edward McNutt, would also join carrying Martin Automotive Group, Inc. to the third generation and its 50th Anniversary. Having her family join her and Ed in the business was a great source of joy.

As Martin Automotive Group grew and became abundantly successful, Hazel and Ed traveled the world to be honored and recognized alongside their many friends and fellow dealers to places such as Japan, Brazil and various destinations in Europe and the United States. While these travels were related to professional success, Hazel also accompanied Ed as he became an avid pilot, flying with him domestically for business and pleasure. As his devoted co-pilot, Hazel took a pinch hitter aviation course to learn how to land Ed’s twin-engine Beechcraft Baron… just in case! In addition, Hazel took flying lessons and ultimately soloed, flying an instruction plane by herself from takeoff to landing. Ed boasted about his wife accomplishing such a feat, despite her comment that she would never do something like that ever again! Hazel accompanied Ed on many fly-ins in his beloved antique airplanes, and a cherished experience was traveling to Woburn Abbey in England over the years where they attended de Havilland Tiger Moth (bi-wing antique airplane) fly-ins.

Hazel was committed to a variety of activities and social organizations as well as involved in her community. She accomplished ACBL Life Master status playing bridge with many cherished friends at the Lake Charles Duplicate Bridge Club and was an avid tennis player at the Lake Charles Racquet Club. She was joyfully crowned Queen Etienne XV of the Krewe of Barataria surrounded by family and friends donning the most fabulous red dress! As devoted supporters of McNeese State University, Hazel and Ed generously supported the McNeese Foundation academic scholarship fund for many years. She also loved supporting and attending the Lake Charles Symphony and the Lake Charles Civic Ballet. Hazel was also a member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Lake Charles and served on the Altar Guild.

While Hazel was certainly active in her community and in her home life, her top priority was her grandchildren who knew her as “Nana.” She was a constant presence and support all throughout their lives whether it was attending sporting events, dance recitals, graduations or weddings. She was always there and extremely proud of each of them always celebrating their accomplishments and life milestones. She loved hosting holidays and spending time with them on family vacations, making them meaningful and special for everyone. Trips to New York, New Orleans, England and California were that much more special experiencing them with Nana and Papa.

Most of all, Hazel loved her family. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Thomas Bryant and Benny Bryant; and Ed, her adoring husband of 65 years. She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn (“Kay”) Frances Martin McNutt (Gordon); her son Edward (“Chip”) Gene Martin, Jr. (Laurie); and her son Kenneth (“Tad”) Bryant Martin (Brigette). “Nana” leaves behind six treasured grandchildren: Russell Edward McNutt and Louise McNutt Brazitis (Matt); Audra Martin Viehland (Joel) and Caitlin Elizabeth Martin (Kevin Donley); Caroline Elizabeth Martin and Emily Elizabeth Martin; her great-grandson, Henry Martin Viehland; and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Last but not least, she leaves behind her faithful companion, Pancho, her beloved tuxedo cat left to watch over her by Ed.

Hazel was lovingly cared for by her family, friends, Dr. Lynn Speight, Dr. Erin Furr-Stimming, Dr. James Grotta, Heart of Hospice and special caregivers: Anna Mae Guillory, René Rivers, Sheila Tucker and Katherine Sims. We are eternally grateful for their love, compassion and loyalty. There are many other people, too numerous to name, that the family would like to thank, but we would especially like to express our love and appreciation to the Martin Automotive Group family. Each and every member always held a special place in her heart.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd – “Tend My Lambs,” The McNeese Foundation – “Hazel Bryant Martin and Edward Gene Martin, Sr. Scholarship Fund,” or a charity of your choice.

Honorary pallbearers will be Elwyn Cavin, John Foret, Buz Martin, Gordon McNutt, Russell McNutt, John Raggio, Wayne Sims, Eston Singletary and Terry Taylor.

The immediate family will have a private service at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Lake Charles on April 10, and A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Arrangements have been entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home.

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Shelton Joseph Mayers

Shelton Joseph Mayers, 81, of DeRidder, La, died Thursday, March 18, 2021. Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10 a.m. at Christway Church in DeRidder, La. Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La.

Paul Lynn Moses

Paul Lynn Moses, 50, of DeRidder, La, died Friday, March 19, 2021. Graveside funeral service will be held Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Whitaker Cemetery in DeRidder, La. Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La.

Derek James Ogea

Derek James Ogea, 40, died Friday, March 12, 2021. Services are under the direction of King’s Funeral Home.

Patricia Nichols Plush

Patricia Nichols Plush, 63, of DeRidder, La, died Thursday, March 18, 2021. Funeral service will be held Sunday, March 21, 2021, at 2 p.m. at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La. Burial will follow at Cooper Cemetery in Merryville, La. Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La.

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Pearl M. Roberts

Pearl Roberts, 86, of Lake Charles, passed away on Monday March 15, 2021 after a brief illness at Harbor Hospice.

Pearl graduated from Jennings High School and was a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She enjoyed reading, cooking, cake decorating, handwork (paw work) and most of all spending time with her family, friends, and being “Rammy” to her grandchildren. Those who knew her appreciated her kind heart, wit, and humor. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. Throughout her life, she was committed to various local charities and organizations.

Pearl was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Helen (Young) Goodwin. Those left to honor and cherish her memory are her husband of 63 years, John Allen Roberts; her four daughters, Donna Roberts of Lafayette, La; Julie Vandenberg, Laura Roberts, and Sheri Gonzalez (Rob) all from Austin, TX; two grandchildren Jared Roberts and Chanse Pierce also of Austin, Texas.

No formal services are planned at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home.

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Jane Fontenot St. Romain

Jane Fontenot St. Romain, 82, of Lake Charles passed away Thursday, March 18, 2021 in the comfort of her home.

Mrs. St. Romain was born in Thornwell, La and was a graduate of Lake Arthur High School. She lived nearly 20 years in Waynesboro, Va and in 1982 returned to Louisiana to make Lake Charles her home. While in Waynesboro, she worked many years as the attendance office secretary at Waynesboro High School. Once settled in Lake Charles she began her career with a local law firm where she met and worked alongside her husband until his passing. Mrs. St. Romain was an avid college basketball, baseball and New York Yankees fan. She also enjoyed shopping, and gardening, going out to dinner. With a special place in her heart for dogs, she also enjoyed spoiling her beloved fur babies. Christmas was her favorite time of year, as she prepared her home with the tradition of endearing decorations and dishes. She will be most remembered for her love and devotion to her family. Mrs. St. Romain was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Carl R. Bishop and wife Cathy of Ragley; Gregory S. Bishop and wife RoseMary of Elk, WA, Candace B. Romero and husband Scott of Welsh and Susan B. Doucet and husband Wayne of Iota; Phillip James St. Romain and wife Judi of Aurora, CO and Odette Buller and husband Rusty of Amarillo, TX; twelve grandchildren, Benjamin Doucet, Cameron Bishop, Jennifer Doucet, Sierra Bishop, Toni Romero, Emilie Romero, Tiffanie Stillings, Nicholas Melanson, Josh St. Romain, Jeb Buller, Hank Buller and Kappi McGuffee; five great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews and her fur baby dog, Molly.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Phillip W. St. Romain; grandson, Nicolas Bishop; godchild, Cathy Zaunbrecher; parents, Rayo and Ethel Israel Fontenot and two brothers, Wallace and Russell Fontenot.

A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 22, 2021 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Lacassine under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Father Jom Joseph will officiate. Interment will follow in Lacassine Cemetery. Visitation Sunday will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. with a rosary beginning at 6 p.m. at Lake City Baptist Church in Lake Charles. Visitation Monday will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church in Lacassine.

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

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