Charles Michael Alford

David William Bond

Dorothy May Campbell

Michael Cleveland Dyer

Joseph Richard Fabacher

Warren James Guidry

Robert Dean Harper

Elizabeth Anne Haynes Jones

Stella Estelle Manning Rushing

Elsie Lou Simon

Brenda Grace Thibodeaux

Aimie Ruth Thomas

Edward J. Vice

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Charles Michael Alford

Charles “Michael” Alford, 63, of Hackberry, passed away on April 12, 2020, in his residence. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Hackberry. Michael was a carpenter all of his life and enjoyed building all sort of things. He also enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and spending time with his family, children, friends and his only grandson, who was most special to him, especially the thought of being called pawpaw.

Michael is survived by his two sons, Eric Alford and wife Tiffany of Hackberry, and Kevin Alford and wife Savannah of Lake Charles; grandchild, Declan Alford; three siblings, Wayne Alford of Sulphur, Tim Alford of Hackberry and Teresa Guidry of Lafayette; two loving brothers in law, Brian Desormeaux and Gary Desormeaux; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 34 years, Julie Denise Alford; parents, Clarence and Willie Mae Alford; sisters, Linda Dalgleish and Ernie Kaye Desormeaux; sister-in-law, Cheryl Desormeaux; and niece, Nicki Pearce.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at 2 p.m. at New Hackberry Cemetery with the Rev. Monty Rouse under the direction of Johnson and Robison Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 15 from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Johnson and Robison Funeral Home. The family wishes for the public to pay their respects with a drive through the cemetery without stopping to show their condolences to the family at 2 p.m.

Please note that the gathering capacity will be limited to 10 people at a time, as per state compliance.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.robisonfuneralhome.net.

David William Bond

David William Bond, 71, of Melder, died Saturday, April 11, at Allen Oaks Nursing Home. Service is uner Rush Funeral Home.

Dorothy May Campbell

Dorothy May Campbell, 90, of Turkey Creek, died Thursday, April, 9. Private graveside service will be 11 a.m. today, April 14, at Campbell Cemetery, Pine Prairie, under the direction of Rush Funeral Home.

Michael Cleveland Dyer

A private funeral service for Michael Cleveland Dyer, 54, will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 15, at Ardoin/Allen Parish Funeral Home of Oakdale. Private memorial service will be at a later date. ** Please, note that the currently scheduled service will be for Michael’s immediate family only. Thank you for your understanding.**

Joseph Richard Fabacher

10/18/1946 – 04/12/2020

Joseph Richard Fabacher, 73, of Sulphur, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020, at his home. A public memorial service will be held at a late date to celebrate his life with family and friends.

Joseph is survived by his son, Blake Fabacher and Michelle LaFleur of Moss Bluff; one granddaughter, Zoë Kate Fabacher; 10 siblings, Florence Stine of Westlake, Paul Fabacher of Austin, Texas, Barbara Kwiatkowski of Westlake, Rena Kruckow of Minneapolis, Minn., Doretha Ory and Billy of Lake Charles, Nick Fabacher and Donna of Moss Bluff, Johnny Fabacher and Judy of McKinney, Texas, Linda Seal and Robert of Tomball, Texas, Hal Fabacher and Lindy of Westlake, and Christy Olivier and Dale of Westlake; a special granddaughter, Annalee Reese Broussard of Zachary; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Effie Fabacher; and sister, Stella Fabacher Burnett.

Condolences can be made at heritagefuneralhomellc.com.

Warren James Guidry

Warren Guidry, 78, of Lake Charles, died Saturday, April 11, in a local care facility. In compliance with current state regulations, private service will be under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Interment will take place in Consolata Cemetery.

Robert Dean Harper

Robert Dean Harper, 89, of Pitkin, La., was born on March 7, 1931, and passed from this life on April 11, 2020. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Pitkin where he was still active singing in the choir. He graduated from McNeese State University and taught school at Pitkin High School for 30 years where he was selected coach of the year in 1982. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and proudly served during the Korean War. He was an avid history buff, loved all things family, Fullerton, Pitkin, and especially the LSU Tigers and the Pitkin Tigers.

He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Houston Harper; his mother, Minnie Ola Harper Nolan; one brother, Dewayne Harper of Pitkin; three sisters, Opal H. Weldon of Sugartown, Honor Lee Smith of Orange, Texas, and Wilma Sue Goetzmann of Scott, La. He was also preceded in death by three nephews and one niece.

He is survived by one brother-in-law, Leroy Goetzmann of Jasper, Ala. He still has 15 living nieces and nephews that fondly refer to him as “Uncle Bob” that loved him dearly. He is also survived by a host of cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family, former students and close friends.

There will be a graveside service at Blue Branch Cemetery located next to Mt Olive Baptist church in Pitkin, La., Tuesday April 14, 2020, at 10 a.m. officiated by the Rev. Stacy Morgan. Due to the situation please respect social distancing or come pay your respects from your vehicle. If you are in your vehicle and would like a service program, we will try to make those available. The family plans to host a memorial celebration in Pitkin to honor the life of Robert Harper at a later date.

Pallbearers will be Reed Thompson, Michael Snell, Trey Jordan, Jerry Andrews, Forrest Fontenot and Stacy Weldon.

Words of comfort for Mr. Harper’s family may be posted at www.jeanesfs.com.

Elizabeth Anne 
Haynes Jones

Elizabeth Anne Haynes Jones, age 90, of DeRidder, La., passed away Easter Sunday afternoon, April 12, 2020, at her home.

She was born March 8, 1930, in Detroit, Mich., daughter of the late Herbert Hiram and Wanna Adams Haynes.

EA was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Richard Wayne Jones Sr. She is survived by her sister, Jo Anna Tanner; and three sons and their wives, Richard Wayne Jr. and Carolyn Jones, Herbert Finley and Becky Jones, and Jared Haynes and Kimberly Jones. She dearly loved her six grandchildren, Erin Elizabeth Jones, Richard Wayne Jones III, Lee Finley Jones, Emily Corinne Jones, Eleanor Elizabeth Jones and Lilith Aurelia Jones. She was close to her nieces, Amy Elizabeth Sullins, and Claudia Stafford and their families; and her nephew, Charles A. (Sam) Jones and his family.

The central focus of EA’s life was her apprenticeship to Jesus Christ, and this was evident in her devotion to learning from Him through His Word and His Spirit. She was a lifetime member of the First United Methodist Church of DeRidder, where she faithfully served in many leadership roles. She spent her career in the public school system of Beauregard Parish, where she taught the second grade for many years and then finished her career as an Educational Supervisor. EA was fascinated by family history and poured much effort into genealogical research, working backwards through her family tree, and has left a rich legacy of stories and writings from her family history. She was active in the Daughters of the American Revolution and other historical organizations.

Due to present circumstances, a family-only graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral Home, with a full memorial service to follow once the present emergency has passed.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Bee Community, 12988 Cedar Bend Road, College Station, TX 77845 or online at www.thebeecommunity.com.

Words of comfort may be expressed to the Jones Family at www.labbymemorial.com.

Stella Estelle 
Manning Rushing

Stella Estelle Manning Rushing, 70, of DeRidder, died Friday, April 10. Service is under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder.

Elsie Lou Simon

Elsie Lou Simon, 89, of Sulphur, passed away on April 10, 2020, in a local hospital. She enjoyed working in retail meeting many wonderful people and loved spending time with her family and friends.

Elsie is survived by her daughter, Sheila King and husband Alan of Houston, Texas; two sons, Timothy Simon and wife Debbie of Houston, Texas, and Teddy Simon of Sulphur; daughter-in-law, Nettie Simon of Sulphur; 12 grandchildren, Amy Simon, Terry Tenney, Clady Breaux, Jamie Couvilion, Cameron King, Lesa King, Craig Simon, Jenifer Simon, Karmin Nelson, Alex Lohnes, Taylor Simon and Cody Guidry; numerous great-grandchildren; and sister, Dora Parker.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Whitney Simon; her son, Terry D. Simon; her parents, Asa and Nidia Doucet; and a brother.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, at 2 p.m. at Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss, under the direction of Johnson and Robison Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 14, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Johnson and Robison Funeral Home.

Please note that the gathering capacity will be limited to 10 people at a time, as per state compliance.

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

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Brenda Grace Thibodeaux

Brenda Grace Thibodeaux, 93, passed away on April 11, 2020, at a local hospital. The third of three girls, Brenda was born on Oct. 17, 1926, to William and Frances Smith in London, England. Growing up in London’s East End, she fondly recalled a happy childhood filled with the nurturing love and affection of her mother and father, along with some occasional, playful mischief and rivalry with her sister, Eileen, who was two years her senior. In 1939, her childhood was interrupted with the outbreak of World War II in Europe. Along with countless other London schoolchildren, she was evacuated to the countryside where she stayed for several weeks while Britain readied itself for an invasion that thankfully never came. She returned home to London in 1940 in time to witness the Battle of Britain and the Blitz, during which she vividly recalled nightly blackouts, air-raids, falling bombs, and a night sky lit by the fires of burning buildings. On her fourteenth birthday, at the urging of her oldest sister, Frances who had evacuated London previously, she moved with her mother and Eileen to Devon in southern England where she lived for the remainder of the war. And it was in Devon in 1943 that she met a young infantryman in the U.S. Army, a Sulphur native, Alfred “Fred” (she called him “Alf”) Thibodeaux at a dance for servicemen and locals. After a brief courtship, the two were married in Barnstable, England on March 4, 1944, just months before he was deployed to combat in France and Germany. Their first child, Brian was born later that fall. When the war ended in May, 1945, Alfred returned to the United States, and Brenda returned to London where she stayed for several months while arrangements were made for her to travel to the United States to meet him.

In the spring of 1946, at 19 years old, with a one-year old in tow and whole world left behind her, she boarded the RMS Queen Mary bound for New York City where she then traveled by train to New Orleans, and then to the Sulphur area where she would ultimately spend the rest of her life. She and Fred, a local plumber and business owner, remained married for some 40 years until his death in 1984, and during that time they raised six children-Brian, Susan, Angela, Wendy, David, and Stuart-in the same home in which she lived until her recent passing. As a wife, mother, and grandmother, she devoted herself entirely to caring for her family and making sure they cared for each other, no matter the circumstances. Those closest to her will recall a life of compassion and love, all accompanied by a fierce streak of independence that led her to speak her mind when she found it necessary.

Raised in the Church of England as a child, Brenda brought her family up in the same faith. She and Fred were among the first members of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Sulphur when its doors first opened in 1950, and she went on to attend services there regularly for many years thereafter. Brenda’s faith was boundless even in her most trying times.

She found strength and comfort in speaking to God, and she did so daily, often encouraging her family to do the same when she saw them facing troubled times.

She loved cooking, reading, music, television, and enjoyed playing games, especially Yahtzee. She had a soft-spot for all living animals- “each one of God’s many creatures” she would say, and along with her daughter Angie, (who lived with her) took care of several small dogs over the years including “Tippy,” “Chico,” and their beloved “Missy.” She enjoyed drinking her daily cups of black tea, a vestige of her English heritage to which she attributed much of her longevity. But for all the things she did for herself, Brenda was happiest being among those she loved, and always enjoyed the company of her relatives, friends, and neighbors. For decades, she regularly attended bingo nights at the American Legion Post 179 in Sulphur where her presence was a staple on Wednesday and Friday nights.

Today, we mourn her loss. Tomorrow, with her love continuing to surround and comfort us, we will push ahead in the full knowledge that she is home in the arms of God at long last to be with her parents, her sisters, her husband, her two beloved daughters, Susan Daigle and Angela Thibodeaux; and her grandson, Corky Thibodeaux.

Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Brian Thibodeaux and wife Madge and Stuart Thibodeaux of Sulphur, and David Thibodeaux and wife Jamie of Vinton; a daughter, Wendy Pelloquin of Lake Charles; a son-in-law, John Daigle of Lake Charles; 11 grandchildren, Michael Thibodeaux, Christy Thibodeaux, Jennifer Davis, Ryan Lognion, Jeffrey Daigle, Matthew Lognion, Dalena Seay, Aaron Thibodeaux, Jonathan Thibodeaux, Scott Thibodeaux, and Sheena Martin; several great grandchildren, including, Chelsea, Christian, Morgan, Lindsay, Seth, Payton, Taylor, Kallie, Ava, David, Adeline, Dylinn, Galilea, Gabriela, Samya, Khoury, Amber, Sadie, Allie, Dusty, Jeremiah, Kayla, Tori, numerous great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other extended family members too numerous to count.

A private Celebration of Brenda’s life will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, at Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly, with Mother Ally Perry officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service at Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home.

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

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Aimie Ruth Thomas

Aimie Ruth Perkins Thomas, 86, of Sulphur, La., died at 11 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2020, in a local hospital.

Mrs. Thomas was born July 19, 1933, in Sulphur, La., to one of the pioneer Sulphur families (Perkins). She worked as a teacher for 35 years with the Calcasieu Parish School Board and later as a licensed professional counselor. She taught 4th grade at Vincent Settlement for a number of years and spent 19 years at LeBlanc Middle School, before moving to the central office, where she worked as the coordinator for the “Drop out Prevention Program.” Mrs. Thomas also worked with special needs students at the elementary level. She was a member of Olivet Baptist Church and an active member of First Baptist Church of Sulphur, where she sang in the choir and led numerous bible studies. She was a member of the Retired Teacher’s Association. She had a great love for not only her family, but for all of her students and always wanted them to push for excellence.

Mrs. Thomas is survived by her son, David Ray Thomas and wife Barbara of Carlyss; twin sister, Amy Lee Clark and husband Gerald of Deer Park, Texas; grandchildren, Jeremy Thomas and wife Jennifer, Kevin Thomas and wife Sarah, Brandi Manuel, and Shannon Pitre and husband Eric; great-grandchildren, Brittni Manuel, Bryce Manuel, Zoe Thomas, Keenan Thomas, Korbin Pitre, Darien Ashford and Aralyn Kershaw.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Louis G. “L.G.” Thomas; parents, Avery “Ham” and Nita Vincent Perkins; daughter, Kathi Eileen Thomas; and son, Kenneth Lynn Thomas.

Her private services are entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home. A celebration of 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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Edward J. Vice

VINTON — Edward J. Vice, 89, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020.

He was born on July 6, 1930. He enjoyed 89 years on the wonderful world with his family. He was born to Phillip and Odelia Vice in Ged, La., but home was Vinton, La. Edward was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church of Vinton and the Knights of Columbus Council #6103. He was employed by Bridgestone/Firestone as a Lab Supervisor until his retirement. After his retirement, he became involved with the people that he loved from the town of Vinton. He went on to serve them in the capacity of Justice of The Peace (2 terms), elected Chief of Police (2 terms), served as Alderman (1 term) and the President of the Louisiana Police Chief Association (1987-1988). It was his joy to be able to serve the people of the Town of Vinton. He had a lifelong love of Vinton and it’s citizens. He found many ways to support them anonymously. In his youth, he coached Little League Baseball and Football. He was an avid Vinton Lions fan. His favorite pass time when he truly retired was to sit on his porch and to wave at all the people that passed by his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Odelia Vice; his loving wife, Lorena Marie Vice; sister, Beulah Trahan; brother, Ludren Vice; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Left to cherish his memories is his children, James Vice (Donna), Judith Vice, Michael Walker (Vita) of Willis, Texas, Susan Berry (Tom), Thomas Vice (Carol), Stacey McDermott (Darby) of Galveston, Texas, and Edwin Vice. He was also the proud PiPaw of 18 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and 9 great-great-grandchildren. Edward passed away on April 12, 2020, and is welcomed into Heaven by the love of his life, Lorena, and God. He loved his children and grandchildren. He will be missed by all.

A private graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 15, in Big Woods Cemetery. The Rev. Carlos Garcia will officiate. The family would like to give special thanks to Mrs. Dolores Breaux for her care and friendship.

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

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