Lacy Anne Boutte

Elaine Corbello

Mary Ann Cannon Dever

Tracy Jane Dodd

Deborah Lee Doucet

Leola B. Fruge

Robert Malcom Fry

Ruth Ellen Soileau Girola

Roy Dennis Guidry Jr.

Alex Guillory

Jean Alden Simar Hall

Sean Anthony Khoury

EL Joseph Lavergne

Geraldine Boudreaux Louviere

Justin Ray Manuel

Harry J. Oliva

Patricia Chalcraft Shope

Jackie Doris Stephenson

Lorena Robin Stutes

Donald Ray Taylor

Paul C. Vanek Jr.

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Lacy Anne Boutte

Lacy Anne Boutte, 35, of Lake Charles, died Saturday, Dec. 12, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. Private Celebration of Lacy’s life will be held at a later date under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles.

Elaine Corbello

Elaine Corbello, 83 of Lake Charles, LA was called into her Lord’s loving arms, surrounded by her family on December 12, 2020.

Elaine was one of eleven children, born on July 29, 1937 in Welsh, LA to Lester and Lena Benoit.

As luck would have it, while attending her brother Harold’s wedding, she met the man she would share her life with. Frank politely introduced himself, taken by her beauty and poise, asked her to a dance. She was so impressed with him, that she accepted his request to take her on their first date, to a local dance hall. They would exchange good conversation, dance steps and in April 1953 they exchanged their Vows of Holy Matrimony at Our Lady Seven Dolors Catholic Church.

Together they welcomed two children: Sheryl in 1954 and Glenna in 1956. As a mother, she was dutiful to her faith and family. The doors to their home were warm and welcoming; whether it was the family or friends gathered around her table; she enjoyed conversation and fellowship of each carefully prepared meal. She worked as the Service Desk Supervisor at K-Mart for 28 years. When she was not working, or spending time with her family, you would find her delicately attending to her garden or taking family vacations together. In 1975, with open arms “Maw” welcomed the first of many grandchildren into her life and to fill the spaces around her family dinner table.

She was welcomed into Heaven by her parents; four siblings, Ethel Ardoin, Inez McGee, Linda Simmons, and Irving Benoit.

Those left to cherish her memory; her husband of 67 years, Frank Corbello, her daughters, Sheryl Corbello and Glenna Cormier; grandchildren, Jenara Anderson, Courtney Williams, Brittani (Stuart) Henderson, Brandon (Michelle) Cormier, Joshua (Amy) Cormier, Andrea Cormier; a niece, Mica (Keith) Reinsch; great grand-children, Ella, Jackson, Madeline, Luke, Samantha, Grant, Dylan, Alex, Tayton, Jaci, and Ty, Bailey, Andee, TJ; siblings, Harold Benoit, Irma Fruge, Renella McCreary, Faye Broussard, Katherine Marcantel, “Butch” Benoit.

The family will welcome friends on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Johnson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff from 4:30pm to 9pm with a rosary beginning at 6pm. Visitation to resume Thursday at 9am until time of service. A Mass of Christian Burial, led by Father Paul Jessen will be held at Our Lady Good Council Catholic Church beginning at 2pm. She will be laid to rest at Lacassine Catholic Cemetery.

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

Mary Ann Cannon Dever

“Mother Goose”

Mary Ann Cannon Dever, 73, of Lake Charles passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020 in Sulphur, LA following a brief illness.

Mary Ann was born in Lake Charles but lived in Big Lake most of her life. She enjoyed her younger years playing sports in the backyard with her brothers, all the while knowing they were going to get the best of her. She was a wonderful cook, seafood gumbo and etouffee being her specialty. She enjoyed many hunting and shrimping excursions with her late husband where she out worked him and many others. She loved country music and dancing. Mary Ann’s greatest passion was her Salon. She opened her own hair salon on Lake Street at Suffolk Manor and later Country Club Hair Salon where she established generations of clientele that she came to love as her family. She worked as a stylist for nearly fifty years before retiring. Mary Ann will be most remembered for her spirit that brightened nearly every room and her love of life and laughter.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her brothers, James Ray Cannon of Lake Charles and Howard Cannon and wife Sylvia of Moss Bluff, along with numerous nieces and nephews, former husband and dear friend Jimmy Meaux of Lake Charles.

She was preceded in death by her husband of forty-nine years, Eddie Dever; parents, James Howard Cannon and Mary Dubard Cannon and one brother, Ronnie Cannon.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Friday, December 18, 2020 at University Baptist Church under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Mary Ann’s brother Howard Cannon will officiate. Visitation will be Friday from 10:00 AM until the time of service in the church. A rosary prayer service will begin at 1:00 PM.

In accordance with state regulations, attendees for visitation and services are respectfully asked to wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines.

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

Tracy Jane Dodd

Tracy Jane Dodd, 83, of Kinder, died Dec. 13. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, in Reed Funeral Home. Burial will be at Carter Memorial Cemetery.

Deborah Lee Doucet

Deborah Lee Doucet’s beautiful and giving soul was called Home by her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 7, 2020 while at her home in Cypress, TX.

Deborah was born on October 9, 1981 in Sulphur, LA to Coy William Planchard and Doyline Marie Savoy.

She attended Sulphur High School, graduating in the Class of 1999. Many of her friends lovingly called her “Mama” because of her huge giving and selfless nature. It was these character traits that led her to attend Sowela Tech. to earn an Associate Degree as an LPN.

Deborah met her husband David on a blind date arranged by a mutual friend. They married September 3rd, 2005 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church in Carlyss La.

In 2006, she and David welcomed their first child, a son named Collin James Doucet, then welcoming a second child in 2012, Kara Paige Doucet. She was a dutiful and loving mother to her children, perfectly balancing her work and home life. Leading by example on how important dedication, care and compassion are in life. She enjoyed spending time with her family, vacations being one of her favorites.

She was welcomed into Heaven by; her Paternal grandfather, Roy Lynn Planchard; her Maternal grandparents, James Doyle Savoy and Pauline Savoy; and a Paternal uncle, Norman Clay Planchard.

Those left to live by her example are; her husband of 15 years, David Doucet II., her children, Collin James Doucet and Kara Paige Doucet; her father, Coy (Ruth) Planchard; her mother Doyline Savoy; her siblings, Clay William (Kristy) Planchard, Joy Ashlyn Planchard, Step-sister Amanda Barker; her grandmother, Myrna Planchard; her step-grandmother Priscilla Savoy, her sister-in-love, Della Doucet; two nephews, Devin John Pearce and Caden William Planchard; a niece, Abigail Nicole Planchard; her parents-in-love, C.J. (Joan) Doucet, her aunts Kari Lynn Planchard and Natalie Ann (Edward) Covert, her uncles Hans Michael (Valerie) Planchard, Reed Brian (Anita) Planchard, Elford James Savoy and numerous extended family members.

The family will welcome friends on Saturday 19, 2020 at First Baptist Church of Carlyss 5009 Hwy 27, Sulphur LA 70665 beginning at 9am until time of service. A Rosary will be prayed beginning at 11am. A Mass of Christian Burial, led by Rev. Luke Krzanowski, M.S. will begin at 12pm at St. Theresa Catholic Church 4822 Carlyss Dr. Sulphur, LA 70665. She will be laid to rest at Consolata Cemetery, graveside services will be led by Deacon Chris Gregory.

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

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Leola B. Fruge

Leola Benoit Fruge, 85, was called to her Heavenly home on Sunday, December 13, 2020, following a brief illness.

Born January 23, 1935 in Mermentau Cove, Louisiana to Pierre and Eugenia Terro Benoit, Mrs. Fruge lived in the Winnie-Stowell, Texas area from age nine until she married in 1951. She and her husband moved to Lake Charles in 1954. Widowed after thirteen years of marriage, Mrs. Fruge reared and nurtured her children to know and love God. She was a woman of amazing Godly strength and integrity. She taught her children by example to never give up and to live a life of faith. She was integrally involved in all her children’s activities, including their kids’ bands, which she managed. She was named “Chief Roadie” of the Little Giants Band and the Illusive Times Band. Many precious and happy memories were built through their family bands. In 1980, Mrs. Fruge became a florist and worked for over thirty years in local shops, including Michelle’s Flower Shop, Funk’s Florist for twenty years, Walmart Florists on Nelson Road, and Albertson’s Flowers for more than ten years, retiring in 2012. She was a faithful member of St. Margaret Catholic Church.

Those left to mourn her loss and cherish her memory are three sons, Ronald Joseph Fruge, Clinton Eugene Fruge and wife Tammy, both of Lake Charles, and Dudley Joseph Fruge, II and wife Ellen of Lafayette; three daughters, Karen June “K.J.” Smith and husband Curt, Ramona Gail “Mona” Conner, both of Lake Charles, and Pamela Faye Shuff and husband Neal of Lacassine; 19 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dudley Joseph Fruge, Sr., one son, Darrell Wayne Fruge, one brother, Earl Eugene Benoit, and three sisters, Hazel McBride, Eunice Broussard, and Mabel Foreman.

A mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 17, 2020, at St. Margaret Catholic Church. Father Sam Orsot will officiate. Interment will be in Lacassine Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 16, at University Baptist Church from 5 until 8 p.m., with words of loving encouragement to be shared by longtime family friend Pastor Rick Batchelor at 5:30, followed by rosary at 6 p.m.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association.

The family would like to express their grateful appreciation for the compassionate care given their beloved mother to the doctors and nursing staff of the 5th floor at St. Patrick Hospital and to Christus Hospice and Palliative Care St. Patrick.

In accordance with current COVID state regulations, it is requested that attendees wear masks and respect social distancing.

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

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Robert Malcom Fry

Robert Malcom Fry was born in Palestine, Texas on September 26, 1946 to Harold and Margaret Fry, where he no doubt became an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.

He was known as Dad, Papaw, Bob, Uncle Bob, Mr. Bob and even Big Squirt to his family and friends. Both he and his brother, Russell T. Fry “Rusty”, grew up in Lake Charles, Louisiana with his parents while his father served in the Air Force. Bob pursued a career with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office after graduating from Lagrange High School.

Bob’s greatest love was his family and raising his four children, Angie Fry (Briggs), Chip Fry (Michelle), Haley Guillory (Josh), and Connor Fry. His love of family was also seen in the relationships and memories he had with his grandchildren, Sydnie Johnson, Maddox Fry, Branson Guillory, Jamie Guillory, Daniel Guillory and Gabe Courmier; his nieces, Jenny Fry (Chad) and Kim Fry; his great nephews, Carlo, Russell, Christian, Gage, Cole and Great Niece Cora; Sister- in- law “Aunt” Pat; and many cousins and extended family members with whom he has continued to stay in touch.

Bob has left a strong legacy to his family, rich in love and accomplishments which have led to many of those mentioned above following in his footsteps and sharing similar interests. Some of these include his martial arts background as a third degree black belt in Shotokan Karate; a fullback for Lagrange High School’s 1963 State AAA Semi Finalist and 1964 2-AAA Co-Champion football teams where he also excelled in track and field, basketball, and served on the student council for four years; his 34 year career in Law Enforcement where he held many duties including working in corrections, patrol, detectives, handwriting and ballistics expert, The CPSO Forensic Investigative Unit, and finally retiring from the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office Civil Division. Bob was also a member of the first Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team. He was part of the local magic club and spent countless hours refining his magician skills, “Mr. Bob’s Magic”.

Above all of these accomplishments, his life and memories were comprised of a strong faith which guided him in his thoughts and actions. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church where he served on the sound crew working in the sound and projection booth for services.

Our beloved Robert M. Fry was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Margaret Fry; brother, Rusty Fry; son, Connor James Fry; and infant son, Michal Dean Fry.

He is survived by his remaining children, grandchildren, extended family members listed above and many lifelong friends with whom he worked, met and shared many memories.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, December 18, 2020 in the Johnson Funeral Home chapel in Moss Bluff. The Rev. Randy Monroe will officiate. Burial will follow in Consolata Cemetery. A visitation will begin on Friday from 12:00 PM until the start of the services with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Department standing as honor guard.

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

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Ruth Ellen Soileau Girola

Ruth Ellen Soileau Girola, 91, died Dec. 2. Celebration of Life Service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, at University Baptist Church in Lake Charles under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Interment will be in Highland Memory Gardens in Lake Charles. In accordance with current COVID-19 guidelines, it is requested that attendees wear masks and respect social distancing when attending the service.

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Roy Dennis Guidry Jr.

SULPHUR — Roy Dennis Guidry Jr., died Friday, December 11, 2020, in Austin, Texas.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Sulphur. He was a graduate of Landry High School (now St. Louis High School), and attended LSU, Louisiana Tech, and McNeese State University where he had served as the President of the TKE Fraternity. Roy was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Sulphur. He was an active member and officer of the Jaycee’s, and the US JCI Senate. He was also a member of the Lion’s Club, and was a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Association. He worked for many years for Cities Service where he helped organize the yearly employee picnic, then went on to finish his career with Exxon. Roy volunteered his time many years with the Pasadena Strawberry Festival as well. He was an avid LSU fan, having held season tickets for 58 years. He enjoyed volunteering, traveling, LSU Football, and attending other sporting events.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Muriel Bruno Guidry of Sulphur; his daughter, Miranda Guidry Darr and husband, Thomas Stone Darr of Austin, Texas; his sister, Judy Guidry Stracener and husband, Douglas Nealon Stracener of Prairieville, Louisiana; and his grandson, Britain Stone Darr of Austin, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy Dennis Guidry, Sr. and Mary Bertha Haydel Guidry.

His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, December 18, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Tim Goodly will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery South in Carlyss. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Thursday with a rosary service at 6 p.m. and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Friday in the funeral home. Due to his deep love of helping others and for those wishing to honor the life of Roy Guidry through a donation in lieu of flowers, the family suggests the St. Louis High School Foundation (https://www.slchs.org/foundation) or St. Jude Children’s Hospital (www.st.jude.org). It is requested that all attendees of visitation and services for Mr. Guidry to please wear a mask or face covering. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.

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Alex (Elic) Guillory

Alex (Elic) Guillory, 95, of Lake Charles, LA departed this life on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 in a LaCombe, LA hospital, following an illness.

Elic, or “Toe” as he was called by close family members, was born April 10, 1925 in St. Landry Parish, LA and lived in Lake Charles for 64 years. He worked for 29 years in the kitchen of downtown Lake Charles’ Pioneer Club. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed cutting grass, tending to his vegetable garden, and playing bingo on Wednesday nights at Sacred Heart Church. Elic was a faithful member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church for 64 years. At the church’s 100th anniversary in October 2019, he was honored as one of the parish’s oldest members.

Mr. Guillory was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Rose Simien Guillory; parents, Paul and Alice Guillory; sister, Helen Jones; and brother, Eldridge Guillory.

He is survived by his only child, Elizabeth Guillory of Lake Charles; one brother-in-law, Albert Simien Sr. of Lake Charles; three sisters-in-law, JoAnn Simien and Annabelle Amos, both of Lake Charles, and Mary Lynn Thibodeaux of Beaumont, Texas; godsons, Howard Leger, James Porter, and Dennis Thibodeaux, all of Lake Charles; goddaughters, Jacqueline M. Simien of Beaumont, Texas and Roni Lewis of Houston, Texas; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Visitation for Mr. Guillory will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with the funeral beginning at noon on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Lake Charles, under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home.

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

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Jean Alden Simar Hall

Jean Alden Simar was born on Jan. 25, 1935, in Evangeline, La., and went to be with her saviour, Jesus Christ on Dec. 11, 2020. Her parents were Laura Thibodeaux Simar and Joseph Dominic Simar.

She met her would-be husband, Richard James Hall Sr. at Fort Polk in Leesville, La. They were married on Sept. 5, 1953, and moved to Vermont for a short time before returning to Lake Charles, La.

Jean is survived by her three children: Richard James Hall, Jr. and his wife, Francine, Robbin Sue Hall Halker and her husband, Greg, and Shonna Lynn Hall. Jean is also survived by her half-sister, Irene Boutte. Jean has three grandsons, Jason Gregory Halker, Steven Adam Halker and Richard Aaron Davis, and one great-grandson, Mason James Halker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Dominic Simar and Laura Thibodeaux, four sisters, Laura, Daisy, Anita, Janita, and one brother, Eugene.

Jean loved the Lord Jesus Christ with all her heart and faithfully attended Friendship Baptist Church. Her family was her priority, she loved each unconditionally and spent as much time with them as she could.

She worked as a cashier for nineteen years at Weingartens until retirement. After retirement, she took care of the elderly and did so until she was 80 years old. She enjoyed gardening, shopping, taking care of her yard and travelling with her family. Her beautiful flowers were enjoyed by everyone. Family and friends loved her Fig cakes and Pralines as well.

Jean’s love language was giving to the Lord and others. She will be remembered as a selfless, compassionate, God-fearing mother and grandmother. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her and loved her. Until we meet again.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 18, 2020, at Trinity Baptist Church. The Rev. Randy Monroe will officiate. Burial will follow in Lacassine Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will begin on Thursday in the church from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and will resume on Friday from 9 a.m. until the start of the service.

But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

Isaiah 40:31

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

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Sean Anthony Khoury

Sean Anthony Khoury, age 33, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 11, 2020. Sean was born on August 13, 1987 in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Sean was a native of Sulphur and graduated from Sulphur High School in 2005. He was a lifelong member of Trinity Baptist Church. Sean was an avid LSU fan. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends especially Jaxon and Mila. Sean enjoyed video games. He loved his job and the people he worked with. Sean also enjoyed traveling and he recently made a trip to Niagara Falls which was a lifelong dream of his.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John and Louise Khoury.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his parents, John and Kelly Khoury; sister, Chelsi Khoury; nephew, Jaxon Provost; niece, Mila Ogea; girlfriend, Tiffany Barrilleaux; grandparents, Bobby and Carolyn Wescott; aunts, Trina Carriere, Staci Lippon; Frances Sonnier and husband, Keith, Kaki Campbell and husband, Jeff, Angie Gibbons and husband, Randy, and Jennifer Mayon and husband, Bryan; uncle, Bobby Wescott and wife, Katy; cousins, Ashley Lincoln and husband, Nick, Chase Carriere, Alec Mounce, Kristi Guidry Lippon, Katie Lippon, Delton “D.J.” Lippon, Ryan and Logan Wescott, Mark Freedlund, Kristen Campbell, Kaitlyn Tidwell, Anna Campbell, and Madison Vincent; numerous other relatives and many friends.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2020 at Hixson Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will resume at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2020 in Hixson Sulphur Memorial Funeral Chapel. Rev. Lamar Huffman will officiate services. Burial will follow in Mimosa Pines Cemetery, Carlyss.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hixsonsulphurmemorial.com for the Sean’s family.

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EL Joseph Lavergne

EL Joseph Lavergne, 81, of Westlake, LA, died at 5:30 PM on Saturday, December 12, 2020 in his residence.

Mr. Lavergne was born April 14, 1939 and was a longtime Westlake resident. He was raised in the Catholic faith and retired from PPG, where he worked as an industrial painter. Mr. Lavergne volunteered his time helping cook at the America Legion. He loved woodworking and was always helping others in any way he could.

Mr. Lavergne is survived by his son, Dennis Lavergne and wife Judy of Westlake; brother, Harold Lavergne; grandchildren, Ashley Duhon, Brittney Rhodes and husband Dalton, and Kelly Nicholson; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members.

He was preceded in death by his son, Jody Lavergne; parents, Ulysse and Marie Lavergne; and siblings, LeRoy, Martin, Nell Rose, Ora, Louvina, and Elizabeth.

His graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, December 18, 2020 at Consolata Cemetery, under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Deacon Fred Reed will officiate. A gathering of family members and friends will be held at Johnson Funeral Home in Moss Bluff on Thursday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a rosary at 6:00 PM.

The family would like to express a special word of thanks to Stephanie Fruge and her husband Louis for all of their help and support over the years.

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

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Geraldine “Dean” Boudreaux Louviere

Geraldine “Dean” Boudreaux Louviere, 71, died De. 12. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, at Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Cremation will follow at a later date under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home.

Justin Ray Manuel

Justin Ray Manuel, 40, of Westlake passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020 at a local hospital.

He was quiet with a kind and gentle personality. Justin cared about others, especially his Mom.

Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Judy Manuel of Westlake; brother, Danny Manuel; three nephews, River Stephens, Gage Manuel, and Dillon Manuel; paternal grandparents, Calvin and Betty Manuel of Lake Charles; and numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bruce Manuel; and maternal grandparents, Glenn and Ruth VanSlyke.

Visitation will be held 11am – 1pm on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at First Baptist Church of Carlyss, 5009 Hwy. 27 South. Graveside services will follow at Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly. Rev. Marcus Wade will officiate. Words of comfort and memories may be shared with the family at www.miguezfuneralhome.com.

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Harry J. “PawPaw” Oliva

Harry J. “PawPaw” Oliva, 91, of Sulphur, La., passed away Dec. 12, 2020.

Harry was born in Sulphur to Edmonia and Farnest Oliva, on July 20, 1929.

He was a volunteer firefighter for the Sulphur Fire Dept. He worked for W. T. Burton and then Firestone Refinery until his retirement in 1991.

While living in Sulphur, he enjoyed feeding his birds, squirrels and raccoons. It wasn’t unusual to open his curtain at night and see a dozen raccoons sitting on the patio waiting for their dinner at “Harry’s Diner”. They knew he put out the best dog food in town for them. He never turned his back on any person or animal in need. If he only had one penny left in his pocket he would give it away to someone that needed it. Harry always believed that was what God wanted him to do.

In his later years Harry spent his time with his best friend Nola Cole. Together they would pick, cook and can anything and everything they found. Nothing ever went to waste. Thousands of pickles and fig preserves! They kept each other, as well as those around them, laughing. Harry’s children will cherish the memories of him taking them and their friends shrimping and crabbing in his little boat, teaching them how to bowl and talking on his CB to all the truckers passing through Sulphur. He was the best dad around, not only for his natural born children, but his stepchildren as well. Harry was always whistling and smiling while trying to figure out how to improve on a purple Martin house. His love for these birds earned him the name of ‘The Birdman’ in Oberlin, La.. Harry was very caring and giving to both man and animals.

Harry’s whistling, smiles and laughs will be greatly missed by his children Ronald J. Oliva and wife Cynthia of San Antonio, TX, Cynthia A. Wilson and husband Tim of Celina, TX, Connie S. Garland and husband William of Aransas Pass, TX, stepson Donald Cormier and wife Angel of Kingwood, TX, grandchildren Annie, Roland, Allison, Kimberly, Joshua, Zachary B, Leah, Heather, Corey and Zackery C., 16 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.

Harry was preceded in death by wife Jane Leah Oliva, parents Edmonia and Farnest Oliva, brother Dewey Oliva, sisters Lydia LeDoux, Esther Leger and Amy Guidry, stepdaughter Melinda Cormier and best friend Nola Cole.

Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home.

Funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery in Sulphur, Louisiana.

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

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Patricia Chalcraft Shope

Patricia Ann Chalcraft Shope, “Pat” 86, of Lake Charles died Thursday, December 10, 2020 in the comfort of her home.

Mrs. Shope was a native of Baltimore, MD, where she was raised and educated. She was a graduate of School of Health where she attained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and later a master’s degree. She retired as Lieutenant Colonel with twenty-five years of service in the United States Air Force. Mrs. Shope traveled with her career in the military and retired in Sun City West, AZ. She also served as Superintendent of the State of Maryland Public School Nurses. In 2015 she made Lake Charles her home. Some of her greatest times where spent traveling by RV with her RV retiree group.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her extended family of her stepson, the Late Ted Shope: one daughter-in-law, Brenda Trahan Shope of Longville; two grandchildren, Klancy Shope Leonard and husband Kelby and Darby Shope, both of Longville; and one great-granddaughter, Eleonora Ruth Leonard.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cpt. Theodore L. Shope, Sr., US Navy, Ret. and stepson, Dr. Ted L. Shope.

The family of Mrs. Shope wishes to express a heartfelt thanks to her caregivers, Andrea Walker, Adele Zeno and Paula Jackson for their excellence in care and kindness and for going above and beyond.

Memorial services will be held in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA at a later date.

Having a soft spot for animals and overwhelming love for her “fur babies”, memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Shope may be made to any animal charity of choice.

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

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Jackie Doris Stephenson

Jackie Doris Willis Stephenson, 88, of Lake Charles, died Sunday, Dec. 13, at home. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. today, Dec. 16, at University Baptist Church under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Prien Memorial Park.

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Lorena “Ponkin” Robin Stutes

Lorena “Ponkin” Robin Stutes, 100, of Lake Charles, La., passed away peacefully on Dec. 13, 2020. Lorena was born Sept. 15, 1920, to Frank Robin and Claudia Romero Robin of Duson.

Lorena was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. She was a member of The Catholic Daughter’s of the America for 48 years. Lorena had several hobbies which included planting flowers, gardening, and cooking for her family and friends. Her family meant the world to her and she loved spending time with all of them, especially her grandchildren. Lorena was known to be a Mother to many.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Paul Floyd Stutes, Sr. of Hackberry; four grandchildren, Paul Floyd, Jr. and Lisa of Huffman, TX., Vickie Duhon and Richard of Maurice, Tony Stutes of Lake Charles, and Tara Mouhot and Greg of Lake Charles; eight great grandchildren, Paul Floyd Stutes, III, Lauren Stutes, Alexis Pousson, Ryan Stutes, Nick Mouhot, Nicole Credeur, Tiffanie Fontenot, and Anna Mouhot; five great great grandchildren, Liam, Lucas, Keller, Kohen Mouhot, and Jackson Pousson, a brother, John Harry Robin and Betty of Lafayette; a sister, Clara Mae Domingue of Lafayette; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Alpha Stutes; and numerous siblings.

Visitation service will be held on Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles beginning at 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a rosary to be prayed at 6 p.m. Visitation will resume on Friday, Dec. 18, 2020, at 8 a.m. until the time the procession will leave for church at 9:45 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Cathedral of Immaculate Conception at 10 a.m. Pallbearers will be Tony Stutes, Richard Duhon, Greg Mouhot, Ryan Stutes, Brody Fontenot, Nick Mouhot, and Garet Pousson.

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

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Donald Ray Taylor

A Mass of Christian Burial Donald Ray Taylor, 73, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Burial will be at Oberlin Cemetery under the direction of Ardoin/Allen Parish Funeral Homes.

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Paul C. Vanek Jr.

Dec. 21, 1921 – Dec. 11, 2020

On Dec. 11, 2020, Paul C. Vanek Jr., passed away at his home at age 98.

Paul was born on Dec. 21, 1921, in Binghamton, N.Y., to Paul and Mary Vanek. He graduated from Binghamton Central High School and proudly served stateside in the United States Air Force during World War II as a pilot and trained B-26 bomber pilots. He later served in the Air Force Reserves and retired as a Lt. Colonel. After the war, Paul returned to Binghamton and worked for Dunn & McCarthy shoe manufacturing, later moving to the Auburn plant and retiring as Plant Superintendent.

Paul was an avid golfer and member of Highland Golf & Country Club for many years. He also was a member of the Finger Lakes Radio Control Club and enjoyed building and flying radio controlled model airplanes.

Paul was a devout Catholic and was a communicant of St. Alphonsus Church in Auburn.

Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Esther; his sisters: Carolyn Foughy and Wilhelmina Linsky; and a brother, Alfred Vanek. He is survived by his sons: Michael (Suzette), David (Meg), and James as well as grandchildren: Shan (Tom), Brian (Molly), Gray (JoElla), James, Jr. (Kate) and Terry; and seven great-grandchildren.

A private mass will be held for the family. There will be no calling hours. Langham Funeral Home LLC is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Alphonsus Church, 10 S. Lewis Street, Auburn, NY. Please visit www.Langhamfuneralhomellc.com to leave a condolence for the family.