James Pelt Obituary
James was a lifelong resident of DeRidder. He loved spending time outdoors, especially hunting and fishing with his sons and grandchildren. He will be remembered as a dedicated, hardworking man with a generous heart who was always willing to help others. Above all, James took great pride in caring for his close-knit family, which brought him his greatest joy.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 55 years, Nancy Isbell Pelt; sons, James David Pelt (Annie) and Gregory Scott Pelt; grandchildren, David, Kaden, Dawson, Peighton, Bryce, Preslie and Eden Pelt; four great grandchildren; and siblings, Shelman Pelt, Cecil Pelt, DeWayne Smith, Joanne Smith, and Danny Smith.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Leon Pelt and the former Hazel Perkins; four brothers; and grandson, Logan Pelt.
The family will welcome relatives and friends at Labby Memorial Funeral Home of DeRidder on Thursday, February 5, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will resume at the funeral home on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. with a Celebration of Life to begin at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be immediately following at Spring Creek Cemetery. Pastor Dalton Isbell will be officiating at the services.
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Jimmie Woodard
February 4, 2026
We so sad to hear this,, love from Jimmie and Bobbie Woodard.
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