Michael James Elter, 60, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away Monday, March 17, 2014, in Orange, Texas.

Born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on June 24, 1953; Michael is proceeded in death by his parents, August Lionel Elter and Ann Sarvaunt Elter.

Michael is survived by his daughters, Maggie Elter LeBouef and Heidi Elter; and siblings, Susan LeBoeuf, Alan Elter and Terry Elter.

The family will hold a private memorial in his memory at a future date.