Dec 22, 2023

William Glen Willis, 81, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, December 22, 2023.

Glen gave his life to the Lord in 2007 at Faith Worship Center in Singer, LA, where he served as a deacon. He was a founding member of DeRidder Bass Club and Beauregard Bass Busters. He...

Dec 21, 2023

Dr. William Henry Williams, Jr., 68, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, December 21, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of eighteen years, Johnna Williams of DeRidder, LA; sons, Nathan Williams and Shellaine of UT, Kevin Williams of Zwolle, LA, Brent Williams of TX;...

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);...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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;...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...