Garland Allan Derouen, 71, a resident of Lake Charles died Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, at his residence.
Born and raised in Lake Charles, he graduated from LaGrange High School in 1970 and later attended McNeese State University before proudly serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Garland was a dedicated member of IBEW #861 and commenced his career at Sonnier Electric before joining Gulf States Utilities (later Entergy). His commitment to his work spanned more than 30 years until his well-deserved retirement in 2022.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Oland and Darsie Derouen of Lake Charles.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Derouen of Lake Charles; brother, Thomas Derouen of Ragley; children, Brandon and Kim Derouen of Sulphur, and Paul and Carey Blevins of Lake Charles, three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Memorial Service was held Thursday, Dec. 21 at Johnson Funeral Home in Lake Charles. Dr. John Robert Black officiated.
