Obituaries

Eloise Marie Whiddon Marze

Eloise Marie Whiddon Marze

Dec 20, 2023

Eloise Marie Whiddon Marze, 91, of Winnsboro, TX, passed from this life on Wednesday, December 20, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Sheryl Herman and Stephen(deceased) of Winnsboro, TX, Renee Whiddon and Isaac of Merryville, LA; brother-in-law, Jay Madison of Lake Charles, LA;  grandchildren, Jason Noll(Anita), Shelley Whiddon(William);...

Adolph "Poppy" Lewis Banks

Adolph "Poppy" Lewis Banks

Dec 11, 2023

Adolph “Poppy” Lewis Banks, 70, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, December 11, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his brother, John T. Ashworth of Bon Wier, TX; sister, Earline Blakes of DeRidder, LA; nephews, James London, Johnny London, both of Lake Charles, LA, Artis Colton, George...

Delma Leatrice Wisdom Davis

Delma Leatrice Wisdom Davis

Dec 11, 2023

Delma Leatrice Wisdom Davis, 97, of Longville, LA, passed from this life on Monday, December 11, 2023.

Delma’s family moved to the Lake Charles area during World War II, she met and married Phillip Davis in January, 1948. She was a Sunday School Teacher and member of Westlake Methodist Church. Delma and...

Myrna Louise Smith Cooley

Myrna Louise Smith Cooley

Dec 10, 2023

Myrna Louise Smith Cooley, 57, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, December 10, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Brian Cooley and Bethany Perry of DeRidder, LA, Brandon Cooley of DeRidder, LA, Jared Cooley of DeRidder, LA; brother, Michael Smith of Beaumont, TX; sister, Edie...

Ruth Mcelwee Pollard

Ruth Mcelwee Pollard

Dec 9, 2023

Ruth McElwee Pollard, 88, of DeRidder, LA, passed peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, December 9, 2023.

Ruth will be lovingly remembered for her devotion to her family and friends. She found joy and fellowship through worship and ministry at the First Baptist Church of DeRidder. Ruth sought to be a testament...

David Earl Ruston

David Earl Ruston

Dec 9, 2023

David Earl Ruston went to meet the Lord on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023.

David lived in Sun City Center, FL.  He passed away at the age of 78, after a brief illness at South Bay Hospital in Sun City Center, FL.

David was born on April...

Keitha Cagle Donnelly

Keitha Cagle Donnelly

Nov 27, 2023

Keitha Cagle Donnelly, 99, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, November 27, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Keitha Manning of DeRidder, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

She was preceded in death by...

Carolyn Delores Charles Mcknight

Carolyn Delores Charles Mcknight

Nov 27, 2023

Carolyn Delores Charles McKnight, 71, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, November 27, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of forty-eight years, Freddy McKnight of DeRidder, LA; daughters, Tiffany King and David, Jr. of Cypress, TX, Chavielle McKnight of Katy, TX; brothers, Greg Charles...

Ruth Melvin-Greene

Ruth Melvin-Greene

Nov 24, 2023

Ruth Melvin-Greene was born to the late Bertha and Frank Melvin, Jr. on April 15, 1953 in DeRidder, LA. She peacefully passed from this life on Friday, November 24, 2023 surrounded by her family. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Lionel Greene; parents, Frank and Bertha Melvin; sisters, Darcus Melvin, Frankie Ray and Betty Woods.

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Pedro "Pete" Zapata

Pedro "Pete" Zapata

Nov 24, 2023

Pedro “Pete” Estrada Zapata, 66, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, November 24, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of one and a half years, Brenda Zapata of DeRidder, LA; siblings, Ubaldo Zapata, Jr. and Adelaide of Waco, TX, San Juana Contino and Shawn...

Patricia Ann Yancey

Patricia Ann Yancey

Nov 20, 2023

Patricia Ann Evans Yancey, 72, of Rosepine, LA, passed from this life on Monday, November 20, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, David Yancey and Mayna of DeRidder, LA, Shannon Yancey of West Monroe, LA; aunt, Elaine Alston of DeRidder, LA; uncle, Raymond Brown of Rosepine, LA; friend...

James Colton, Jr.

James Colton, Jr.

Nov 11, 2023

James Colton Jr., 73, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, November 11, 2023.

James was born in DeRidder, LA to the late James Sr. and Pearline Colton on August 5, 1950. He received his education through the Beauregard School system and graduated in 1970. James enjoyed playing with his...

Anessa Naquin

Anessa Naquin

Nov 10, 2023

Anessa Christine Naquin, 52, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, November 10, 2023.

Anessa was a foster mom and cared for many children throughout the years.

Those left to cherish her memory are loving husband of thirty-five years, Kenny Naquin of DeRidder, LA;...

Marjorlena Christine Hawthorne Chopfield

Marjorlena Christine Hawthorne Chopfield

Nov 10, 2023

Marjorlena Christine (Hawthorne) Chopfield, 73, of Merryville, La, passed away from this life on Friday, November 10, 2023.

Affectionately known as, “Margie”, to her family and friends, she was born on April 3, 1950, in Newton, TX to Levy and Pearlie Hawthorne. She was the youngest of her six siblings. She graduated...

Fleming Tellis

Fleming Tellis

Nov 7, 2023

Fleming Tellis was born on February 22, 1955 in Ville Platte, LA to the late Minnie L. Busby Tellis and the late Bennie Tellis. He transitioned from his earthly home on November 7, 2023.

Fleming was raised in DeRidder, LA and educated in Beauregard parish. During his younger years he was employed...

Benjamin Mabini, Sr.

Benjamin Mabini, Sr.

Nov 6, 2023

Benjamin Mabini, Sr., 88, of Rosepine, LA, passed from this life on Monday, November 6, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Michael Mabini and Jeanna of Welsh, LA; daughters, Rose Ann Jones and Ottis, Sr. of Rosepine, LA, Carmen Mabini of Rosepine, LA; bonus son, Michael “M2” of...

Jane Donnelly

Jane Donnelly

Nov 4, 2023

Jane Frances Donnelly, 71, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, November 4, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her mother, Keitha Cagle Donnelly of DeRidder, LA; sister, Keitha Manning of DeRidder, LA and a host of cousins, family and friends.

She...

Landry Reid Wingate

Landry Reid Wingate

Nov 2, 2023

Landry Reid Wingate, 75, of Marlow, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, November 2, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Landry Reid Wingate, II of Austin, TX; daughters, Mary Alice Wingate of Marlow, LA, Lisa Kay Wingate Deason and Greg of DeRidder, LA; sister, Diana Wingate of...

Eva Joyce Martinez Bailey

Eva Joyce Martinez Bailey

Oct 30, 2023

Eva Joyce Martinez Bailey, 56, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, October 30, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of thirty-eight years, George Bailey of DeRidder, LA; sons, Mark Allen Bailey and Danny Joe Bailey, both of DeRidder, LA; daughters, Mary Mathus and Wilfredo...

James "Jimmy" Paul Galloway, Iii

James "Jimmy" Paul Galloway, Iii

Oct 19, 2023

James “Jimmy” Paul Galloway, III, 80, of DeRidder, LA, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, October 19, 2023.

He was a loving husband, daddy and pawpaw. He was always a hard worker and great provider for his family. After graduating from high school, he went into the stumping business with...

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