Jul 18, 2024

Rev. Ewell ‘Old Faithful’ Archield, husband, father, grandfather (Paw Paw), great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, neighbor, and pillar, was born on December 14, 1930, in Hutton, LA. He took his heavenly flight on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

He graduated from Beauregard Parish Training School...

Jul 15, 2024

Herbert Edward Strange, Jr., 83, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, July 15, 2024.

Herbert graduated from DeRidder High School and went on to attend LSU where he earned his bachelor’s degree. He owned and operated Bryan and Strange Accounting Firm and Business Consulting for many years. Herb was...

Jul 12, 2024

Beverly Ann Elizabeth Campbell Yawn, 70, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Friday, July 12, 2024.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Randy Yawn and Erika of Bon Wier, TX, Stephen “Dude” Yawn of Merryville, LA; daughters, Sharon Renea Dixson and Scott of Merryville, LA, Sheila Jarrell...

Jul 10, 2024

James W. “Wonderful” Anderson, 84, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of thirty years, Velma Anderson of DeRidder, LA; sons, Clint Anderson of Lake Charles, LA, Allan Anderson of TX; stepdaughters, Valerie Waguespack and Brent of...

Jul 8, 2024

Richard Edward “Sparky” Beane, 60, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Monday, July 8, 2024.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Thomas Beane and Shawn of Merryville, LA; stepdaughter, Melissa Ducote and Dustin of Orange, TX; mother, Mary Beane of Merryville, LA; sister, Alicia Leeds of Merryville,...

Jul 7, 2024

Deborah “Debbie” Lynn Snider of Merryville, La. was born on October 13, 1960, and passed away on July 7, 2024, at the age of 63.

She was a member and Pastor’s wife of The Church of The Lord Jesus Christ in DeRidder, La for 12 years. Through the years she helped various...

Jul 3, 2024

Sandie Lynn Whitehead, 55, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

Sandie loved spending time with her grandchildren and hearing her daughters argue over who was the favorite, knowing the boys didn’t count. In her spare time, she loved playing Bingo and going to the casino. She...

Jul 3, 2024

James Aubrey Ashworth, 91, of Sugartown, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, James E. Ashworth of Ruston, LA, Brady Ashworth and Alison of Sugartown, LA; daughter, Nelda Ashworth of DeRidder, LA; grandchildren, Angel Ashworth, Abi Leachman(Robby), John Ashworth(Aleia), Robert...

Jun 27, 2024

Christopher Beadie McDonald, 61, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, June 27, 2024.

Chris loved his family and the time spent with them. His grandchildren were the pride of his life.

A message from a special friend and cancer survivor patient: “Chris was...

Jun 18, 2024

Velma Gail Hennington Kite, 86, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Timothy Kite and Carla of Colorado Springs, CO; daughters, Cynthia Hall and David, Pamela Penton, all of DeRidder, LA; sister, Dorothy Mulig of Bossier City, LA;...

Jun 17, 2024

Walter Kenneth Pine, Jr., 63, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, June 17, 2024.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Casey Pine of DeRidder, LA, Justin Pine of Lake Charles, LA; granddaughters, Paige and Nora Pine; father, Walter Pine, Sr., of DeRidder, LA and a host...

Jun 15, 2024

Linda Elaine Jordan Ryals, 85, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

Linda worked in insurance early in life in South Carolina, and went on to work for RC Can in Houston, Texas, and City Savings Bank in DeRidder. She worked at Amerisafe Insurance Company in DeRidder...

Jun 13, 2024

Joseph Marion Maricelli, 84, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Joe Maricelli was born to Ray and Florence Maricelli in Merryville, LA. He graduated from Merryville High School in 1957. He was awarded a football scholarship to Northwestern State College (now NSU) in Natchitoches, LA. He...

Jun 13, 2024

Georgia Ray Shafer Burnett, 79, of Bossier City, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Georgia was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She loved her family; especially her grandchildren. She was known for empathy and compassion and loved sewing, crocheting, and making arts and crafts for...

Jun 13, 2024

William Thomas Spell, 58, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, William Spell and Kolt of DE; daughters, Christina Spell of AK, Rebecca Akers; brother, Richard Spell and Nichole of Merryville, LA; sisters, Lola Dill, Annie Spell, both...

Jun 9, 2024

Daron Owen Williamson, 55, passed away June 9, 2024 at home in Mobile, AL. He was born October 18, 1968 to Harold Williamson and LaFavor Williamson at Barksdale AFB, Bossier City, LA.

Daron graduated from Southwood High School in Shreveport, LA in 1986. He furthered his education at LSU, graduating in 1990....

Jun 6, 2024

Charles Milton Farris, 80, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, June 6, 2024.

Charles owned and operated C. Farris and Sons Construction for twenty-nine years. Everyone knew you could find him any day of the week at the Waffle Shop, the Stadium, the bank, or any number of other...

Jun 5, 2024

Eugene Steven Whitehead “Frenchie”,78, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.

Eugene Steven Whitehead, was born in Simpson County, Mississippi to Miss Betty Ruth McGee. Eugene was raised by Bell Parker of Mississippi for many years. Eugene, later moved to DeRidder, Louisiana where he attended and graduated...

Jun 2, 2024

Victoria Vicky Caponi, 75, of Lake Charles, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Vicky was a librarian at FK White Middle School for thirty-two years. During her youth, she loved horse back riding and ballet. Vicky is loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her....

Jun 1, 2024

Douglas Emery Coffin, Jr., 64, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, June 1, 2024.

Doug loved hunting and fishing, but most of all he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandsons. He is loved and will be missed by all who knew him.