Douglas John Robare, 55, was fatally shot near the recreational area of Bundick Lake in Beauregard Parish on Monday, March 3, 2025. His death has been classified as a homicide and is under active investigation by the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office. Authorities have not released details about the circumstances of the shooting, and no arrests or suspect identifications have been publicly announced.

Robare, known as Doug, was described as a devoted family man. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Lynne Robare, their children and grandchildren. Funeral services were handled by Chaddick Funeral Home in DeRidder, with a visitation on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. The Sheriff’s Office has appealed to the public for any information that could aid the investigation.

If anyone was near Bundick Lake on March 3 or has relevant information, please share what is known with investigators.