Obituaries for OCTOBER 2009; Terrebonne, Lafourche and St. Mary Parishes, La.

Submitted by Louis Lavedan.

Last modified: 1 November 2009

Source: The Tr-Parish Times, Houma, La. with permission to reprint.

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Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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Larry Paul Bourg, 58, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Wednesday, 
Sept. 30, at 1:55 p.m.

He is survived by five brothers, Marvin Bourg of Gray, La., Charles Bourg of 
Gray, Leo Bourg Jr. of Bayou Blue, La., David Bourg of Theriot, La., and Emile 
Bourg of Houma; three sisters, Julia Neal of Bourg, Marie Gautreaux of Bayou 
Blue, and Marie Bourg Moore of Houma; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Leo Prosper Bourg Sr. and Cornelia 
Naquin Bourg; grandparents, Zenon Bourg and Octavia Bourg, Leopold Naquin and 
Evelia Neal Naquin; one brother, Irvin Bourg; and one nephew, Adam Bourg.

He was a retired mechanic and a veteran of the National Guard. He was a member 
of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Saturday, Oct. 3, at Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma. The funeral service will be 
at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial at Bisland Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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Jerome Burrell, age 53, a resident of Verdunville, La., died Saturday, Sept. 
26, at 9:15 a.m. at Franklin Foundation Hospital.

Jerome leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Vicky W. Burrell of Verdunville; 
father, Lee Harold Burrell of Franklin, La.; one son, Jerome Keith Burrell of 
Carencro, La.; two daughters, Mrs. Courtney (Shelley) Wiggins of St. Joseph, 
La., and Shanna C. Burrell of Verdunville; one brother, Harold W. Burrell of 
Charlotte, N.C.; four sisters, Mrs. Harold (Rosa) House, Connie L. Burrell, 
Esther L. Burrell and Mrs. Robert (Barbara) Matthews Sr., all of Franklin; six 
grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Nazarene Baptist 
Church in Verdunville with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at the 
church cemetery.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

Gernis C. Cheramie

Gernis C. Cheramie, 78, a native of Golden Meadow, La., and a resident of Cut 
Off, La., died Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 6:15 p.m.

She is survived by one son, Freddie Cheramie and wife Susan; two daughters, 
Marlene Sassoni and husband Michael, and Louverda Chiasson and husband Kim; one 
brother, Hubert Cheramie; one sister, Rosita Plaisance; 13 grandchildren; and 
22 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Antoine Cheramie; parents, Noel Sr. 
and Augusta Serigny Cheramie; one son, Timmy Cheramie; four brothers, Noel Jr., 
Christopher Sr., Gerald and Leroy Cheramie; and two sisters, Romanda Cheramie 
and Frances Eymard.

She was Catholic.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Friday, Oct. 2, at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. The funeral service 
will be 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with burial at Cheramie Cemetery in 
Galliano, La.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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Rene Armando Hernandez, 78, a native of Olgin, Cuba, and a resident of 
Thibodaux, La., died Sunday, Sept. 27, at 4:28 p.m.

He is survived by his wife, Gladys Varillas Hernandez; one son, Rene A. 
Hernandez Jr. and wife Yasmin Polanco Hernandez; one daughter, Maria Hernandez 
Granier and husband Teddy; three brothers, Domingo, Tomas and Herminio 
Hernandez; one sister, Alicia Gonzalez; and three grandchildren, Ulrik 
Hernandez, Alayna Hernandez and Adriana Hernandez.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Tomas Hernandez and Maria Ortega 
Hernandez; two brothers, Julio and Raul Hernandez; and two sisters, Rosa 
Hernandez and Charo Hernandez.

No services are scheduled.

Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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Betsy Ann Michel, 70, a native and resident of Houma, La., entered into eternal 
life following a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer Friday, 
Sept. 25.

She is survived by one daughter, Tara Coleman; two sons, Saul Coleman and Shawn 
Coleman and wife Laura; mother, Lucy Marcel Michel; four brothers, Paul Michel 
Jr., Joseph Michel, Larry Michel and David Michel; five sisters, Diana Michel, 
Paulette Hutt, Lucy Thibodeaux, Deborah Soudelier and Patricia Whatley; and 
four grandchildren, Vicki, Douglas, Danae and Reagan Coleman.

She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Michel Sr.

She retired from Bellsouth after 30 years of service then worked at Castalano's 
and Books-A-Million. She was a past member of the Eastern Stars and the Krewe 
of Hyacinthians. She will be remembered as a positive, loving person with a 
great smile and a wonderful zest for life.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action 
Network.

A celebration of life memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 
at Grace Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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Donald A. Tastet, 78, a native of Paradis, La., and a resident of Des 
Allemands, La., for 73 years, died Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 12:50 p.m.

He was the beloved husband of 26 years of Trudy Babineaux Tastet; father of 
Russell J. Tastet (Margo Schaubhut) and David A. Tastet (Abbey Mack); 
stepfather of Jonni Estay Gonzales (Larry Jr.) and Jessi Estay Meadors (Kody); 
grandfather of Amy Tastet Braud (Sheldon), Jason P. Tastet (Ginger Cox), Niki 
Tastet and Emily Tastet; step-grandfather of Bailee and Hannah Gonzales; and 
great-grandfather of Travis, Sara and Samantha Braud and Russell Moulin.

He was the son of the late William and Valerie Danos Tastet; and brother of the 
late Paul, Roy, Earl, Floyd, Lucille and Roland Tastet, Enola Foret, Ida 
LeBlanc, Florence Breaux and Gertrude Rahn.

Donald was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army 1st Calvary Division serving from 
June 8, 1948 to April 1, 1950. During his active life, he worked for National 
Linen Service, St. Charles Public Schools as a bus driver, had his own business 
and cattle ranch, and was co-founder of Dynamic Real Estate Inc. His dream in 
life was to travel the country he loved so much, and upon retirement, he and 
his wife did just that, visiting all of the lower 48 states. His eternally 
optimistic spirit touched everyone he knew, and he will be sorely missed by all 
who had the pleasure of being part of his life.

Donations in Donald's memory may be made to Southern Care Hospice, 108B West 
Main Street, Thibodaux, La., 70301.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Thursday, Oct. 1,with the funeral services to follow at the Life Church 
Assembly of God in Boutte, La. Interment will be at St. Mary's Nativity 
Cemetery in Raceland, La.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Falgout Funeral Home in 
Raceland.

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Posted Friday, October 2, 2009

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Francis "Frenchy" Al Dufrene Jr., 59, a native of Golden Meadow, La., and a 
resident of Larose, La., died Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 9:39 p.m.

He is survived by his mother, Bella Callais Dufrene; four sons, Dustin Dufrene, 
Dane Dufrene and wife Karen, Donny Dufrene and wife Melissa, and Damon Dufrene; 
two brothers, Wade Dufrene and Patrick "Pat" Dufrene; two sisters, Verna Hebert 
and Wanda Dufrene LeBlanc; and four grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Cora Thibodaux Dufrene; and 
father, Francis A. Dufrene Sr.

He enjoyed fishing.

The services will be private.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 2, 2009

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Edward Martin Jacquet, 73, a native and resident of Morgan City, La., departed 
this life Monday, Sept. 28, at Teche Regional Medical Center after a lengthy 
illness.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife, Betty; one 
daughter, Daphne; one grandson, Marlon; two sisters-in-law, Marva Madise and 
her husband Whitney, and Patricia Hawkins and her husband Vernon; one brother-
in-law, Rudolph Jones; and many nieces and nephews.

Edward, affectionately known as "Doc," was born March 29, 1936, in Morgan City. 
He was the only child of the late Anola Marie Lewis Jacquet and Dr. Edward 
Fredrick Jacquet. During his formative years, he attended public school in 
Morgan City. He completed formal elementary and high school education in 
boarding school. From 1949-53, Edward attended Palmer Memorial Institute in 
Sedalia, N.C. Upon graduation from Palmer, he entered Lincoln University in 
Lincoln University, Pa. He matriculated in 1957, having earned a Bachelor of 
Arts Degree in Biology with minors in Social Studies and Latin. In 1958 Edward 
attended Southern University in Baton Rouge, La., and received his Teaching 
Certification. He and Betty Ann Banks were united in holy matrimony at Holy 
Eucharist Church on June 15, 1958. To this union a daughter, Daphne Ann, was 
born. A committed educator, he began his career in 1959 in the St. Mary Parish 
Public School System as a biology instructor at Willow Street School in 
Franklin, La. He served in the United States Army from 1960-62, stationed at 
Fort Jackson, S.C. During 1968 and the summer of 1969, Edward attended the 
University of Arizona at Tucson, Ariz., where he pursued a Masters Degree in 
Biology. He transferred to Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, La., and 
completed his studies for Masters of Education in 1971. Additionally, he earned 
30-plus hours at Nicholls in 1972. Edward served as principal at Verdunville 
Elementary in 1970. From 1971-82, he was principal at Hattie Watts Elementary 
School in Patterson, La. In 1982 he received a promotion to the position of 
Supervisor of Mathematics and Science for St. Mary Parish. Edward again was 
promoted as Director of Transportation and Child Welfare for St. Mary Parish 
and served in that capacity from 1987-91, at which time he retired. Edward was 
extremely involved in his community and served as a board member of Lakewood 
Hospital (now Teche Regional Medical Center) in Morgan City from 1970-90. He is 
a past board member of the Morgan City Chamber of Commerce, Substance Abuse of 
Morgan City, and Catholic Charities of Houma, La. He served on the Board of 
Directors of St. Mary Outreach for more than 10 years. He was a member of the 
St. Anthony Society, Knights of Columbus and Parish Council four times. Edward 
was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity for more than 46 years. He was also 
a past member of the W.H. Ennis Elks Lodge. An active and life-long parishioner 
of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Morgan City, he served as an usher and 
Eucharistic minister until his health failed. Edward worked for many years as 
an assistant in the religious program for youngsters in grades 9-11 at Sacred 
Heart. After retirement, he re-entered the work force as an instructor for 
Community Action Agency's JAG program. Edward loved his church and family and 
cherished his grandson, Marlon Edward. Ed loved good food, a good joke and 
social gatherings. He will be remembered for the annual Super Bowl party, Good 
Friday crawfish boil, Christmas Eve gumbo and much, much more. Edward will be 
lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church in Morgan City with tributes and a rosary beginning at 10 a.m. The 
funeral service will be at 11 a.m. with burial at Morgan City Cemetery. The 
East St. Mary Veterans Funeral Squad will perform a service at graveside.

Jones Funeral Home in Morgan City is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 2, 2009

Junius Joseph (T-June) LeBlanc

Junius Joseph (T-June) LeBlanc, 62, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a 
resident of Houma, La., died Thursday, Oct. 1, at 3 p.m.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Larpenter LeBlanc; one son, Junius Anthony 
LeBlanc and fiancˇ Audra Boudreaux; three daughters, Christine L. Keplinger and 
husband Yancy, Lynn L. Authement and husband Andrew, and Connie Ann LeBlanc; 
two brothers, Cliford and Terry LeBlanc; one sister, Barbara Sevin; one sister-
in-law, Tammy L. Babin; and nine grandchildren, Cade, Cody and Taylor 
Keplinger, Chance, Noel and Jake LeBlanc, and Anna, Brandon and Bryan 
Authement.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Cliffton and Josephine Leonard 
LeBlanc; and one brother, Ronald LeBlanc.

He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Church and a member of the Evergreen 
Lions Club.

Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, at Falgout Funeral Home, 
and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at St. Bernadette Church. The funeral 
service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the church with burial at St. Francis II 
Mausoleum.

Falgout Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 2, 2009

Zavion Treh'an Livas

Zavion Treh'an Livas, 2, a native of Gray, La., and a resident of Terrebonne 
Parish, died Friday, Sept. 25.

Zavion is survived by parents, Kierra Livas and Tyron Rainey; maternal 
grandparents, Angela Livas and Floyd Stewart; and paternal grandparents, 
Michelle and Anthony Rainey Sr.

Zavion was preceded in death by grandmother, Joyce Rainey; grandfather, Herman 
Washington; and great-grandparents, Rose Mary Bogen, Vivian Rainey and Burnell 
Rainey Sr.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 at Community Funeral Home 
with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Halfway Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

Frank John Burgard Jr.

Frank John Burgard Jr., 65, a native of New Orleans, La., and a resident of 
Houma, La., died Saturday, Oct. 3, at 3:35 p.m.

He is survived by his wife, Lydia Hansen Burgard; two sons, Frank Burgard III 
and wife Kriss Conyers, and Ross Burgard and fiancˇ Shawny Nell; two daughters, 
Pam and husband Jimmy Armstrong, and Tammy and husband Clay Usie; nine 
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank J. Sr. and Mary Mustacchia 
Burgard.

He was a veteran of the Louisiana National Guard.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. 
Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Falgout Funeral Home's Chapel in Houma. The funeral 
service will be at 12 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with burial at St. 
Francis Cemetery #2.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

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Frank Calandro Sr., 94, a native of Vicari, Sicily and a resident of Mandeville, 
La., died Thursday, Oct. 1.

He is survived by one son, Frank L. Calandro Jr. and wife Bobbiek of Mandeville; 
one daughter, Kathryn E. Inglet of Cyrpress, Texas; one brother, Sam Calandro of 
Baton Rouge, La.; three sisters, Camille Spitale, Catherine Hoffmann and Rosalie 
Crawford; three grandchildren, Lydia E. Elich, Christopher E. Calandro and 
Donald G. Inglet Jr.; and two great-grandchildren, Jack and Sophia Elich; and 
Jaeger Inglet.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Hargrove Calandro; parents, Catarina 
Orlando Calandro and Santo Calandro; four brothers, Joe, Vick, Tony and Brazil 
Calandro; one sister, Mary Inzenga; and one son-in-law, Donald G. Inglet Sr.

He was a graduate of LSU, served in the U.S. Army during World War II in Belgium 
and Germany, and was retired from La. State Employment Service where he served 
as manager in Houma in 1981. He was active in the Louisiana Heart Association, 
Lions Club and many other civic organizations in Houma.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Alzheimer's Association.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at Chauvin Funeral Home 
with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at St. Francis No. 2 
Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

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Robert "Bob" Carter, 72, a native of Freer, Texas, and a resident of Houma, La., 
died Wednesday, Sept. 30.

He is survived by one son, Bryan Carter and fiance' Amy Jones; two daughters, 
Cheri Kirk and companion Bill Goodman, and Tina Blanchard and husband Joseph; 
one brother, Warren Lee Carter; 13 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Norrell Carter; and one sister, 
Billie Garner.

He was a self-employed carpenter.

A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Chauvin Funeral Home.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

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Lanny Paul Davis, 29, a native of Thibodaux, La., and a resident of 
Napoleonville, La., died Wednesday, Sept. 30.

He is survived by his wife, Mandy Bourg Davis; parents, Jody and Peggy Davis; 
two daughters, Joy Morvant and Calleigh Davis; two brothers, Corey Davis and 
Lindsey Davis; and grandparents, Aimzy J. Davis and Shirley Morvant Davis.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Irene and Raymond Blanchard.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at Thibodaux Funeral Home's 
Chapel and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Christ the Redeemer Catholic 
Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial at St. Joseph 
Cemetery.

Thibodaux Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

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Evelia Marie Dufrene, 91, a native and resident of Galliano, La., was entrusted 
to God's loving care at her home Saturday, Oct. 3.

She is survived by two daughters, Sandra Duet and Kathy Dufrene; four 
grandchildren, Jessica Danos, Shea Duet, Chad France and Chantel Jackson; and 10 
great-grandchildren, Dylan Danos, Mathew Danos, Alex Duet, Carter Duet, Emilee 
Duet, Paityn Jackson, Chaz France, Whitney France, Lauren France and Zack 
France.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Loney Dufrene; parents, Lezime Duet 
and Rosina Gisclair Duet; one daughter, Brenda Dufrene; two sisters, Exanna 
Terrebonne and Lezima Guidry; and four brothers, Edison Duet, David Duet, Morris 
Duet and Eule Duet.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Mass will be at 11 a.m. 
Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. Interment will be at Cheramie 
Cemetery in Golden Meadow, La.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

Armond J. Knight Sr.

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Armond J. Knight Sr., 72, a native of Mathews, La., and a resident of Raceland, 
La., died Saturday, Oct. 3, at 3:30 a.m.

He is survived by his wife, Beatrice Knight; two sons, Armond J. Knight Jr. and 
wife Kelly Knight, and Eric Blaine Knight and wife Patricia Knight; two 
daughters, Denise LeBoeuf and husband Kirklin LeBouef, and Jennifer Grabert and 
husband James Grabert; two brothers, Phillip G. "JV" Knight and Adam J. Knight; 
two sisters, Rose Alford and Willamae Falgout; eight grandchildren; and one 
great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Adam E. Knight and Alexadrine Thibodeux 
Knight; one brother, Simon Knight; and four sisters, Rita Laborde, Doris Zeller, 
Peggy Knight and Catherine Theriot.

He was a retired veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of the VFW, American 
Legion and Air Force Sergeants Association. His hobbies included playing golf.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) 
Organization.

Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Samart-Mothe Funeral 
Home in Raceland with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at St. Mary 
Nativity Church Cemetery in Raceland.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

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Wayne Paul "PA-PA Wayne" Lirette, 68, a native of Houma, La., and a resident of 
Bourg, La., died Thursday, Oct. 1.

He is survived by his wife, Peggy Pellegrin Lirette of Bourg; one son, Michael 
Paul Lirette and wife Kristine of Bourg; two daughters, Melissa Lirette Nugent 
and husband Clyde of Ventura, Calif., and Mare'i Lirette of Mobile, Ala.; one 
sister, Judith Marie Lirette of Dallas, Texas; and four grandchildren, Riley 
Catherine Lirette, Olivia Mae Nugent, Alexa Rose Nugent and Jake Anthony 
Cheramie.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin Paul Lirette and Mae Lucille 
LeCompte Lirette.

He was Catholic and a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church. He was a past 
member of the Bourg Lions Club, a past member of the Knights of Columbus, past 
member of St. Ann Parish Council and past Fair Chairman for St. Ann Catholic 
Church.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, and 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 
Wednesday, Oct. 7, at St. Ann Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be 
at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial at the church cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

Margaret Eva Assavedo Morehead

Margaret Eva Assavedo Morehead, 78, a native of St. Bernard Parish, La., and a 
resident of Bourg, La., died Saturday, Oct. 3.

She is survived by one son, Arthur B. Morehead Jr. and wife Debbie; one 
daughter, Susie A. Levron and husband Effel; one brother, Wilson Assavedo and 
wife Delores; four grandchildren, Troy Levron and wife Pauline, Nicole England 
and husband David, Brad Morehead and Kayla Willis and husband Phil; and one 
great-grandchild, David England Jr.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur B. Morehead Sr.; parents, Marco 
Sr. and Eva Nunez Assavedo; one brother, Marco Assavedo Jr.; and one sister, 
Shirley Kelly.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Samart Funeral Home in 
Houma, La., and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Holy Family Catholic 
Church in Dulac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church 
with burial at St. Ann Cemetery in Bourg.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

Charlene Wilson Roberts

Charlene Wilson Roberts, 79, a native of Texarkana, Ark., and a resident of 
Houma, La., died Friday, Oct. 2, at 9:50 p.m.

She is survived by four sons, James D., Charles R., Larry and wife Anne, and Ray 
A. and wife Sabrina Roberts; four daughters, Doris and husband Randy Martin, 
Lana Annette and husband Tommy Stevens, Brenda Gail Stansbury, and Pamela Jean 
and husband Kim Bergeron; one sister, Jean McBay and husband Charles; 14 
grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Douglas Roberts Sr.; parents, 
John Calvin Sr. and Lula Mae Sims Wilson; one son, Raymond Roberts Jr.; and four 
brothers, Moreal, Charles, John Calvin Jr. and Howard Wilson.

She was a member of Coteau Baptist Church.

Visitation will be 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Falgout Funeral Home's Chapel in Houma. The funeral service 
will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with burial at St. Francis 
Cemetery #2.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 5, 2009

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Lawrence "Daig" Toussaint, 72, a native of Lafourche Parish, La., and a resident 
of Thibodaux, La., died Thursday, Oct. 1, at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center.

He is survived by his wife, Carrie Mae Toussaint of Thibodaux; two daughters, 
Roxanne Guidroz and husband Bryant of Houma, La., and Wendy Toussaint of 
Thibodaux; one sister, Essie Mae Martin of Thibodaux; three godchildren, Shirley 
Thomas, Gwen Thomas and Paula Smith; and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dave and Orelia Toussaint; one son, 
Kenneth Toussaint; and one brother, Burrel Toussaint.

He was a member of Third Zion Baptist Church and served on the Usher Board.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Third Zion Baptist 
Church in Raceland, La., with a religious service to follow. Burial will be at 
the Young Men's Benevolent Cemetery at Lafourche Crossing, La.

Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 6, 2009

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Hilda "Da Dun" Blanche Lorraine Lafont, 88, a native of Cut Off, La., and a 
resident of Galliano, La., died Sunday, Oct. 4.

She is survived by one daughter, Dorothy Lafont Cheramie and husband Clarence; 
one brother, Joseph Lorraine Jr.; four grandchildren, Charles Sandras and wife 
Wanda, Dennis Sandras, Stefanie Sandras and Sabrina Sandras Savoie and husband 
Reggie; nine great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Irven J. Lafont; parents, Joseph 
Lorraine Sr. and Grace Pitre Lorraine; two brothers, Frankie Lorraine and 
Lindberg Lorraine; and one sister, Edith Orgeron.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off and loved 
visiting friends.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at the 
church cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

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Lee "JC" Harry Burrell, 73, a resident of Franklin, La., died Sunday, Oct. 4 at 
6:30 a.m. following a long illness.

JC leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Mrs. Hattie Wilson Johnson-Burrell 
of Franklin; one son, Harold Wayne Burrell of Charolotte, N.C.; four daughters, 
Mrs. Harold (Rosa) House, Mrs. Robert (Barbara) Matthews, Connie Burrell and 
Ester Burrell, all of Franklin; two step-daughters, Belinda Johnson Roberson of 
Franklin and Mrs. Azell (Cynthia) Carter Sr. of Houston, Texas; one devoted 
grandson, Marcus L. (Chantell) Johnson of Franklin; 10 brothers, George 
(Isabella) Burrell of Bossier City, La., Morris (Viola) Burrell, Horace Lacy 
(Barbara) Burrell, Freddie Burrell and James (Vivian) Burrell, all of Baldwin, 
La., Robert Charles Burrell, Alvin Ray (Sandra) Burrell, Carlton Burrell, Harold 
(Marilyn) Edwards, all of Franklin, and David Burrell of Houston; three sisters, 
Mable Jean Burrell of Houston, Mrs. Charles (Norma Mae) Morgan of Franklin, and 
Laura Burrell of Panama City, Fla.; one daughter-in-law, Vicky Burrell of 
Verdunville, La.; one stepdaughter-in-law, Letina Johnson of Franklin; 14 
grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; and 10 step-
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three sons.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at Lighthouse Missionary 
Baptist Church in Franklin with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at 
Greater New Hope Cemetery in Baldwin.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Lester "Pork Chop" Gisclair

Lester "Pork Chop" Gisclair, 72, a native and resident of Galliano, La., died 
Tuesday, Oct. 6.

He is survived by five sisters, Carrie Lou Gisclair, Audrey Mae Gisclair, Edith 
Cheramie, Gertie Cheramie and Theresa Gisclair.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Leoncia Duet Gisclair; 
four brothers, Norman, Cleo, Ivan and Claude Gisclair; and three sisters, Linda 
Bruce, Gladys Gisclair and Norma Gisclair.

He was Catholic. He was an oyster fisherman all his life.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Thursday, Oct. 8, at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off, La. Mass will be at 
11 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph co-Cathedral in Galliano with burial to follow at 
Cheramie Cemetery.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

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Dominic Anthony "Neak" Hanzy, 16, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a 
resident of Gibson, La., died Sunday, Oct. 4.

He is survived by his parents, Fredrick Anthony Hanzy and Julie Ann Bennett; one 
brother, Troy Lee Traylor Jr.; one sister, Fraleisha Angelica Hanzy Robertson; 
and grandmothers, Leola Allen Hanzy and Agusta Jackson.

He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Jessie Hanzy and Alex Garrett.

He was a Baptist and a member of New Vision Family Worship Center. He was a 
student at H.L. Bourgeois High School.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at Community Funeral Home 
and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at New Vision Family Worship Center. The 
funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday with burial to follow at St. James 
Baptist Church Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

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Arcen Paul Marcel, 88, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a resident of 
Houma, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 6.

He is survived by two daughters, Bonnie Adams and Della "Dee" Dupre and husband 
Michael Dupre; two sons, Rodney Marcel and wife Valarie Marcel, and Arcen "John" 
Marcel and wife Darlene; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one 
brother, Cyrus Marcel.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Hilma Marcel; parents, Usualian Marcel and 
Pearl Eschete Marcel; one daughter, Kathleen "Chuck" Toups; one son, Kevin 
Joseph Marcel; one grandson, Arcen Michael Marcel; five brothers; two sisters; 
and one son-in-law, Clabert Adams.

He was a U.S. Army World War II veteran and an employee for McDermott for 27 
years. He was Catholic and a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic 
Church. He liked to fish and enjoyed life.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at Chauvin Funeral Home 
and 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic 
Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with 
burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery #2.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

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Louise Navy, 67, a resident of Franklin, La., died Saturday, Oct. 3, at 6:12 
p.m. at Franklin Foundation.

She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, Allen Ray (Rita) Navy Jr. of New 
Iberia, La., and Girard Navy of Franklin; two daughters, Mrs. Anthony (Bonnie 
Navy) Delasbour and Mrs. Raymond (Holly Navy) Provost, all of Franklin; three 
brothers, Clifton Landry of Rosharon, Texas, James Lawrence of Monroe, La., and 
Hilton Scheanette of Rayville, La.; four sisters, Emma Alexander of Jeanerette, 
La., Sandra Collins, Lena Fuller and Claudell Island, all of Rayville; 11 
grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Lighthouse Missionary 
Baptist Church in Franklin with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at 
Perpetual Park Cemetery in Franklin.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

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Armand Joseph Porche III, 55, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Monday, 
Oct. 5.

He is survived by his wife, Donna Crews Porche of Houma; two daughters, Jaymi 
Porche Morgan and husband Steven Morgan of Houma, and Melani Porche Boudreaux 
and husband Zach Boudreaux of Houma; two grandchildren, Lili Morgan and Trey 
Boudreaux; mother, Beverly Brien Porche; and three brothers, Terry Porche and 
wife Julie Porche of Houma, Dwayne Porche and wife Joy of Houma, and Glen Porche 
and wife Kay of Bayou Blue, La.

He was preceded in death by his father, Armand Joseph Porche Jr.

He was Senior Project Manager for Whitetail Oilfield Services. He was Baptist 
and a member of the First Baptist Church of Houma. He enjoyed woodworking, 
traveling and spending his time with his family.

Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at First Baptist Church 
in Houma with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Terrebonne 
Memorial Park.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

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Demetrius Trahan, 15, a native of Houma, La., and a resident of Gibson, La., 
died Sunday, Oct. 4.

Demetrius leaves to cherish his memories his mother, Dorothy B. Trahan; one 
brother, Ryheem Roberson; five sisters, Ashley Bonnett, Deshawndra Bonnett and 
Kourney Bonnett, all of Gibson, and Kish Pharr and Vidal Jackson, both of Houma; 
maternal grandmother, May C. Allen of McComb, Miss.; paternal grandfather, 
Steven Bonnett of Lafayette, La.; step-grandfather, Jery Allen of McComb; and 
paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Levird Trahan of Gray, La.

He was preceded in death by his father and one brother.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at Living Gospel 
Fellowship in Houma with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at St. 
Francis de Sales Cemetery in Houma.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Joshua Trahan, 18, a resident of Gibson, La., and a native of McComb, Miss., 
died Sunday, Oct. 4.

Joshua leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Dorothy B. Trahan; one brother, 
Ryheem Roberson; five sisters, Ashley Bonnett, Deshawndra Bonnett and Kourney 
Bonnett, all of Gibson, and Kish Pharr and Vidal Jackson, both of Houma, La.; 
maternal grandmother, May C. Allen of McComb; paternal grandfather, Steven 
Bonnett of Lafayette, La.; step-grandfather, Jery Allen of McComb; and paternal 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Levird Trahan of Gray, La.

He was preceded in death by his father and one brother.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at Living Gospel 
Fellowship in Houma, La., with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at 
St. Francis de Sales Cemetery in Houma.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 7, 2009

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Aline Marie "Nin" Klingman Voisin, 70, a native and resident of Houma, La., died 
Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 4:30 p.m.

She is survived by her husband, Charles J.B. Voisin Sr. of Houma; one son, 
Michael Dugas and wife Andrea of Houma; one step-son, Charles J.B. Voisin Jr. 
and wife Carol of California; one daughter, Linda Stark and husband Raymond 
"Buddy" Stark of Houma; two step-daughters, Andrea Anderson of Texas and Amanda 
Anderson of California; one daughter-in-law, Debra Adams of Houma; one brother, 
Lloyd Klingman of Houma; three sisters, Yvonne "Bonnie" Pontiff of Houma, Mary 
"Carolyn" Jung of Texas, and Laverne Bimah of Thibodaux, La.; and 11 
grandchildren, Daniel and Jennifer Adams, Hunter Dugas, Rhett and Rae Ann Stark, 
Seann, Jasmiene and Gabrielle Hamilton, Jordon Voisin, Harrison Mills and Max 
Lehman.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Paul Klingman Sr. and Cecile 
Domangue Klingman; one son, Donald Adams; and one brother, Richard Paul Klingman 
Jr.

She was Catholic and a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Friday, Oct. 9, at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 
a.m. Friday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral with burial at St. Francis No. 1 
Cemetery.

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Posted Thursday, October 8, 2009

Judy Lynn Downer Adams

Judy Lynn Downer Adams, 69, a native of Shreveport, La., and a resident of 
Berwick, La., passed away Thursday, Oct. 8, at her residence surrounded by her 
family.

Judy is survived by her husband, Ewing "Mickey" Adams of Berwick; one son 
Michael David Adams and wife Hope of Houma, La.; two daughters, Michelle D. 
Adams of Nederland, Texas, and Miki D. Courtney and husband Bobby Courtney Jr. 
of Berwick; one daughter-in-law, Alana Alcina of Morgan City, La.; one brother, 
William "Corky" Downer of Patterson, La.; one sister, Leslie Downer Martin of 
Lafayette, La.; and 11 grandchildren, Trey Dunmon, Nick Wiltz, Marki Beasley, 
McKenzie Beasley, Megan Adams, Renee Dufrene, Ross Cheramie, Joshua Courtney, 
Stephnie Courtney, Barron Courtney and Tate Alcina.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents, William and Jimmie Downer Sr.; and 
one son, Monte Daniel Adams.

Judy was a mother that was devoted to her children and made sure they were 
supported in whatever they chose to do. She was a loving and caring wife to her 
husband "Mickey" of 50 years and was one who always believed in putting your 
best foot forward in life. Judy was a wonderful example of a mother and wife to 
all who knew her. She will be missed dearly.

Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in Judy Adams' name.

A memorial service will be 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at Twin City Funeral 
Home.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 8, 2009

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May Roddy Authement, 94, a native and resident of Chauvin, La., died Wednesday, 
Oct. 7.

She is survived by two sons, Sterling and Arnold Authement; one daughter, Judy 
Jackson; two sisters, Lois Danos and Mary Ann Domangue; 20 grandchildren; 28 
great-grandchildren; and 15 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Israel Authement; parents, Lawrence 
Roddy Sr. and Sarah Pinell Roddy; one daughter, Margie Thibodaux; four brothers, 
Henry, Preston, Denise and Lawrence Roddy Jr.; and three daughters, Alice 
Martin, Annie Guidry and Doris Neal.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church in Chauvin with mass to follow. Burial will be at the church cemetery.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 8, 2009

Frazia Bouzigard

Frazia Bouzigard, 79, a native of Golden Meadow, La., and a resident of 
Galliano, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 10:40 p.m.

She is survived by one son, Buddy Williams and wife Linda; one daughter, 
Charlotte Callais and husband Gary "Black"; two sisters, Jeanette Cheramie and 
Doris Cheramie; eight grandchildren, Gary Callais, Roddy Williams, Chad Callais, 
Brook Williams, Carlotta Williams, Sarah Williams, Brittany Williams and Cody 
Williams; three great-grandchildren, Courtney Callais, Haley Martin and Caine 
Martin; and one step-great-grandchild, Brody Griffin.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Justin and Viola Cheramie Bouzigard; 
two brothers, Justin Bouzigard Jr. and Douglas Bouzigard; and two sisters, Pearl 
Ledet and Ethel Verret.

She was Catholic. She was a waitress at Randolph's Restaurant for 50 years.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Church in Golden Meadow with mass to follow. Burial will be at the church 
cemetery.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 8, 2009

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Albon "Bobbay" John Carlos Sr., 74, a native and resident of Chauvin, La., died 
Wednesday, Oct. 7.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Joan Carlos; two daughters, Carla 
Chauvin and Becky Dubois Picou and husband Duane; one son, Albon "Al" Carlos Jr. 
and wife Tammy; three grandchildren, Kristi and husband Willard "Junior" 
Thibodeaux, Braia Chauvin and Damion Carlos; two step-grandchildren, Brandon 
Soudelier and Suzanne Cunningham; one great-grandchild, Joshua Thibodeaux; three 
step-great-grandchildren, Corena Tivet, Nevaeh Cunningham and Jaylee Soudelier; 
one sister, Geraldine "Teetee" and husband Noles Duet; and one brother, Ferryle 
"T-Nom" and wife Lou Carlos.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bartholomew Carlos and Valarie Babin 
Carlos; one grandchild, Louis Dubois Jr.; one great-grandchild, Willard 
Thibodeaux III; one sister, Gail Authement; two half-sisters, Merlyn LeBlanc and 
Mavis Charpentier; and one half-brother, Harvey "Son" Pitre.

He retired from the South Terrebonne Levee District and worked for the late 
Senator Leonard J. Chabert. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
a member of the T-Caillou Lions' Club in Chauvin and Ward Seven. He enjoyed 
cooking and working with the community.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at Chauvin Funeral Home 
and 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with mass 
to follow. Burial will be at the church cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Thursday, October 8, 2009

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Ruth Foret Rodriguez, 69, a native of Houma, La., and a resident of Berwick, 
La., passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center in Marrero, La., Tuesday, Oct. 
6.

Ruth is survived by two sons, Eno "Buck" Rodriguez of Bayou Lourse', La., and 
David Rodriquez and wife Ginger of Berwick; two daughters, Daisy Lange and 
husband George Sr. of Berwick, and Phyllis "Toot" Aucoin and her husband Larry 
of Gibson, La.; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Eno Rodriguez Sr.; and parents Harry 
and Della Foret.

Ruth had a love for life that was out of this world. She loved to laugh and make 
others laugh with her. She truly was a southern lady with her love for family, 
friends, cooking, travel and a life spent serving the ones she loved. Ruth will 
be truly missed by everyone that knew her.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Friday, Oct. 9, at Twin City Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 11 
a.m. Friday at the funeral home with Rev. Amanda Carpenter officiating. Ruth 
will be laid to rest at St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery in Patterson, La.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 8, 2009

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James "Jim" Templet, 93, a native of Plattenville, La., and a resident of 
Napoleonville, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 6.

He is survived by two sons, Charles L. Templet and James "Jimmy" Templet and 
fiance' Darlene Daigle; two daughters, Marguerite DePriest and husband Denis, 
and Connie Traigle and husband Adam; two brothers, George Templet and Albert 
Templet; two sisters, Marcelle Chamberlain and Jeanne Marie Richard; 14 
grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Rousseau Templet; parents, Jean and 
Maria Guillot Templet; one brother, Leroy Templet; and three sisters, Kate 
Rivette, Maria Adolph and Essie Foret.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at St. Ann Catholic 
Church in Napoleonville with mass to follow. Burial will be at Assumption 
Catholic Cemetery in Plattenville.

Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Roy A. Trahan Jr., 42, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Monday, Oct. 5, 
at 3 p.m.

He is survived by his wife, Irene N. Trahan; parents, Helen C. Boyle and Roy 
Trahan Sr.; stepmother, Janet Trahan; one son, Nicholas Trahan; two daughters, 
Shauna T. Epperson and husband Chase, and Tiffany Trahan; two stepsons, Ellis 
and Leroy Grilling; one stepdaughter, Casey Rogers; three sisters, Debra B. 
Hendon, Frankie Curole and Kathryn Boyle; five stepbrothers, Nolan, David, 
Justin, Levis and Raymond; five stepsisters, Renee, Kayla, Railene, Regina and 
April; one grandchild, Logen Epperson; and six step-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Alvin and Lillian Trahan, and 
Aline and Nelson Chapman; and stepfather, Frank Boyle.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Friday, Oct. 9, at Samart Funeral Home in Bayou Blue, La. Mass will be at 11 
a.m. Friday at the funeral home with burial at Rogers Cemetery.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

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Judy Lynn Downer Adams, 69, a native of Shreveport, La., and a resident of 
Berwick, La., passed away at her residence surrounded by her family Thursday, 
Oct. 8.

Judy is survived by her husband, Ewing "Mickey" Adams of Berwick; one son, 
Michael David Adams and wife Hope of Houma, La.; two daughters, Michelle D. 
Adams of Nederland, Texas, and Miki D. Courtney and husband Bobby Courtney Jr. 
of Berwick; one daughter-in-law Alana Alcina of Morgan City, La.; one brother, 
William "Corky" Downer of Patterson, La.; one sister, Leslie Downer Martin of 
Lafayette, La.; and 11 grandchildren, Trey Dunmon, Nick Wiltz, Marki Beasley, 
McKenzie Beasley, Megan Adams, Renee Dufrene, Ross Cheramie, Joshua Courtney, 
Stephnie Courtney, Barron Courtney and Tate Alcina.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents William and Jimmie Downer Sr.; and one 
son, Monte Daniel Adams.

Judy was a mother devoted to her children. She made sure they were supported in 
whatever they chose to do. She was a loving and caring wife to her husband, 
"Mickey" of 50 years and was one who always believed in putting your best foot 
forward in life. Judy was a wonderful example of a mother and wife to all who 
knew her. She will be missed dearly.

Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in Judy Adams' name.

A memorial service will be 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at Twin City Funeral 
Home.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

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Frederick "Lil Shine" Anderson, 49, a native of Houma, La., and a resident of 
Avondale, La., died Friday, Oct. 2.

He is survived by his father, Jacob Anderson of Westwego, La.; two sons, 
Frederick Banks and Cedrick Banks, both of Houma; three brothers, Michael 
Anderson and wife Jacqulyn of Westwego, Frederick Payne and wife Patricia of 
Houma, and the Rev. John F. Payne and wife Barbara of Mobile, Ala.; three 
sisters, Louise Anderson of Gretna, La., Mary Shelia Blackmon and husband the 
Rev. Larry of Avondale, and Felecia Richards of Kenner, La.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Bessie Sylvan Payne; one brother, Silas 
Payne Sr.; and grandparents, the Rev. Freddie Sylvan and Mary Sneeze Sylvan, and 
the Rev. Gus Anderson and Mary (Clemon) Anderson.

He was Baptist.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at New Mount Zion 
Baptist Church with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Southdown 
Cemetery.

Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home of Terrebonne, La., is in charge of the 
arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

Joseph "Lance" Billiot

Joseph "Lance" Billiot, 75, a native of Houma, La., and a resident of Dulac, 
La., died Thursday, Oct. 1, at 12:20 a.m.

He is survived by three sons, Elvis Billiot and wife Carlene, Kurt Billiot and 
wife Donna, and Irving Billiot; three daughters, Linda Thibodeaux and husband 
LeRoy, Brenda Dehart and husband Wesley, and Christine Ray and husband Shane; 
two brothers, Harold Billiot and Norman Billiot; four sisters, Rita Smith, Diane 
Falgout, Patsy Trosclair and Gwendlyn Billiot; 16 grandchildren; and 10 great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty B. Billiot; parents, Claude Billiot 
and Eleanor Frances Billiot; one son, Michael Billiot; and one daughter, Barbara 
Billiot.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Saturday, Oct. 10, at Samart Funeral Home in Bayou Blue, La. The funeral service 
will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial at Holy Family 
Catholic Cemetery No. 2 in Dulac, La.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

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Evelyn Danos Bourgeois, 92, a native and resident of Raceland, La., died Friday, 
Oct. 9, at 6:40 a.m.

She is survived by one son, Everence Bourgeois and wife Melvina; one brother, 
Wilson Danos; one sister, Eula Mary Stevens; three grandchildren; three great-
grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Bourgeois; and parents, Henry 
and Estella Champagne Danos.

She was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. She was a Pink 
Lady and a member of the St. Mary Ladies Altar Society.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at St. Mary Catholic 
Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at the church 
cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of the arrangements.

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George Walter Franklin, 77, a native of Centreville, Miss., and a resident of 
Thibodaux, La., died Friday, Oct. 2, at Audubon Guest House in Thibodaux.

He is survived by five sisters, Bessie Parnell and husband James of Kenner, La., 
Irene Graves of Lockport, La., Johnnie Pearl Foster and Bernadine Everett and 
husband Earl of Memphis, Tenn., and Earnestine Thompson and husband Charles of 
Marrero, La.; two brothers, James Franklin and wife Irene of Fayetteville, N.C., 
and Clarence Hays Franklin and wife Niler of Oxford, Miss.; two stepsons, Andrew 
"June" Triggs and Austin Triggs of Thibodaux; and his long-time devoted friend, 
Audrey Robinson and his former wife Louelle Triggs of Franklin, La.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Ann Singleton Franklin; 
and one brother, John Henry.

He was a member of Moses Baptist Church.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Moses Baptist Church 
in Thibodaux with a religious service to follow. Burial will be at the church 
cemetery.

Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

Lester James Gomez Sr.

Lester James Gomez Sr., 89, a native of White Castle, La., and a resident of 
Metairie, La., entered into eternal peace Friday, Oct. 2.

He is survived by his wife, Emillia Durand Gomez; six children, Perry J. Wood, 
Glen Gomez and wife Stephanie Kenney-Gomez, Bruce "Paw-Paw" Gomez and wife 
Lucinda, David J. Gomez and wife Laura, Lester Gomez Jr., and Cheryl Gomez-Ray 
and husband Steven; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emile "Bill" Gomez and Edmonia Dugas 
Gomez; four brothers, Corbett Gomez, Sterling Gomez, Pete Gomez and Alvin Gomez; 
one sister, Laura Guillot; and two step-children, Steve Migliore and Patricia 
Bowling.

Lester proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II where he received the 
Victory and Good Conduct Medals. "Be happy for me, I am dancing with the angels 
now!"

A church service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at Christ the Redeemer in 
Thibodaux, La.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

Tammy Ann Hawkins

Tammy Ann Hawkins, 40, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a resident of 
Gibson, La., died Friday, Oct. 2.

She is survived by her mother, Mable Robinson; father, Benjamin Hawkins; two 
sisters, Angela and Trina; two brothers, Tommy Hawkins and Charles Robinson, 
both of Houma, La.; three daughters, Chakeima, Christal and Tamneika Hawkins, 
all of Houma; two sons, Joseph and Christopher Hawkins; both of Houma; and one 
grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Danielle; and grandparents, Clarence 
and Louise Poindexter.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12 at Community Funeral Home 
with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Southdown Cemetery.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

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SGT. Randy Wayne "ROO" Morrison, 26, a native of Baton Rouge, La., and stationed 
at "Brooke Army Medical Center" in San Antonio, Texas, where his MOS was 
Pharmacy Tech, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6.

Randy is survived by his parents Wayne and Julie Morrison of Morgan City, La.; 
one brother Rod Morrison and wife Kimberly of Morgan City; two precious nieces, 
Hannah and Julia, both of Morgan City; four cousins, Keith Crouch, Kourtney 
Crouch, Heather Gagliano and Casey Gros, all of Morgan City; grandmother, Evelyn 
Boudreaux Morrison of Morgan City; nanny, Joycelyn Slaton; uncle, Hershel Slaton 
of Morgan City; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; and his faithful 
puppies, Champ and Layla.

Randy was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Joyce Falcon Cooley 
and Henry Dugas Jr.; paternal grandfather, Sterling Morrison; and uncle, Henry 
Dugas III.

Pallbearers to serve will be Rod Morrison, Keith Crouch, David Guidry, 1st SGT. 
Jimmy Hamilton, Carlo Gagliano and Chris Bolano. Honorary Pallbearers to serve 
will be Joe Jones, Robert Buckner, Hud Jackson and Javier Birriel.

A man's legacy lives on long after his days on this earth have ended. This will 
be evident in every person that Randy met and every life that he touched. He was 
an honorable and loyal friend to so many. Our lives have been overwhelmed by the 
memories that have been shared with us throughout these grief-filled days. 
Randy's favorite bible verse was Romans 8:28-And we know that all things work 
together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his 
purpose. Randy's work on earth is done - his work in heaven has begun.

A time of remembrance and reflection will be observed 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, 
Oct. 12, at Hargrave Funeral Home. Services for Randy will begin at 3:00 p.m. in 
the funeral home chapel. Full Military Honors will be conducted at graveside. 
Randy will be laid to rest at Morgan City Mausoleum.

Hargrave Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

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Flora B. "Miss Flo" Serigny, 60, a native of Brownsville, Texas, and a resident 
of Galliano, La., passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6.

She is survived by her husband, Johnny R. Serigny Sr.; parents, Benjamin 
Bermudez and Ofelia Limons; eight children, Joe Sanchez and wife Jennifer, Olga 
Saucillo and husband Noe, Christina Dedon and husband Walter, Dana Duet and 
husband Ronnie, Norma Lafort and husband Jason, Johnny Serigny Jr. and wife 
Ashley, Anthony Serigny, and Priscilla Serigny and companion Mike Martin; and 21 
grandchildren.

She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church and devoted much of her time 
to the Catholic Community Center. She was a homemaker, mother and grandmother 
who loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandkids.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to offset funeral costs.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Saturday, Oct. 10, at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off, La., with the 
funeral service to follow.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

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Darius Jaleel "Dew Dew" Stewart, 17, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a 
resident of Gibson, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 6, due to a car accident.

He is survived by his father, Patrick Ward Sr. of Houma, La.; mother and step-
father, Roxanne Stewart Bailey and Andrew Bailey II of Atlanta, Ga.; three 
sisters, LeTroyia Stewart and DaeJonay Anderson of Atlanta, and Passion Ward of 
Houma; three brothers, Patrick P. Ward, Chaz Ward and Payton Ward of Houma; 
grandparents, Betty Jean Pharr of Gibson, Joseph Stewart of Gibson, and Vera and 
Lionel Ward of Houma; and great-grandparent, Rosetta Stewart of Gibson.

He was preceded in death by his step-grandfather, Lawrence Givens Sr.; great-
grandparents, Elton Pharr Sr., Josephine D. Garrett. Mary Jane Sandolph and 
Roosevelt Stewart Sr.; and great-great-grandparents, Wilmer and Chestnola Diggs.

He was a student at H.L. Bourgeois High School.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Beaulah Baptist 
Church in Gibson with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Church of 
Christ Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

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Don'ta "Two Penny" Stewart, 18, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a 
resident of Gibson, La., died Sunday, Oct. 4, due to a car accident.

He is survived by his father, Roosevelt Stewart; mother and step-father, Toni 
Lutcher Turner and Charles Turner; grandmother, Rosetta Stewart; three brothers, 
Kevin Delco Stewart, Roosevelt "R.J." Stewart and Donrell Stewart; and one 
sister, Catina Jack and husband Larry Jack.

He was preceded in death by his step-brother, Herchel Lutcher; and grandparents, 
Rosa Lee Lewis Lutcher, Clarence Lewis, Joseph Stewart Sr.

He was Baptist and a member of Sun Light Baptist Church. He was a student at 
H.L. Bourgeois High School and enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing football.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Beulah Baptist Church 
with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Church of Christ Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

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Joseph Territa, 97, a native of Assumption Parish, La., died of natural causes 
Tuesday, Oct. 6.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Henrietta Naquin Territa; one son, 
Joseph Jr. of Gonzales, La.; three daughters, Virginia and husband Charles 
Cunningham of Houma, La., Darlene and Brent Montz of Vacherie, La., and Sandra 
and Linden Richard of Thibodaux, La.; one sister, Mary Landry of Bossier City, 
La.; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; 
and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marie Sansoni and Frank Territa of 
Palermo, Italy; one daughter, Jo Ann and husband Gary Chaisson; two sisters, 
Rose Bonvillian Solar and Sadie Politz; and three brothers, Dominic, Johnny and 
Tony Territa.

He loved and was loved by all who knew him. He was a wonderful husband, father, 
grandfather, uncle and friend. To his daughters and granddaughters he was their 
hero. Joseph was one of the Jehovah's Witness and belonged to the Thibodaux 
congregation.

He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's 
Witnesses in Thibodaux.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 9, 2009

Lydia Trahan Thibodeaux

Lydia Trahan Thibodeaux, 87, a native of Chauvin, La., and a resident of Houma, 
La., died Thursday, Oct. 8, at 11:50 a.m.

She is survived by four sons, Willard "Neg", Elgin "Gin", Autrey "Yot" and L.B. 
Thibodeaux; two daughters, Juanita "Meyon" Naquin and Brenda Theriot; three 
brothers, Wilbert, Edward "Eddie" and John Trahan; two sisters, Thersa Lirette 
and Rosalita "Soeur" Trahan Cunningham; 21 grandchildren, Diane, Wilbert Jr., 
Maryann, Patty, Ruby, Bobby, Charlene, Maxine, Darlene, Willard Jr., Art, 
Waylon, Twyla, Karen, Jeremy, James, Chad, Feliciana, Cindy, Jodie and Brent Jr. 
"B.J."; 48 great-grandchildren; and 16 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willis Thibodeaux; parents, Jean B. 
and Helen Lirette Trahan; four brothers, Wiley, Aaron, Gildy and Justilian 
Trahan; two sisters, Viley White and Enola Trahan; one daughter-in-law, Evelina 
"Penu" Collins Thibodeaux; one son-in-law, Wilbert Naquin Sr.; and two great-
grandchildren, Vincent P. Naquin and Willard Thibodeaux III.

She was Catholic and a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Her 
hobbies included sewing and she was a commercial fisherman and a housewife.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at Samart Funeral Home in 
Houma, and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with burial at 
the church cemetery.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Magnus Antoine Authement, 88, a native and resident of Chauvin, La., died 
Sunday, Oct. 11, at 5:25 a.m.

He is survived by three daughters, Elaine Fonville and husband Earl, Belinda 
Comeaux and Linda Theriot and husband Kenneth; two sons, Eddie Authement and 
Chris Authement and wife Mary; 15 grandchildren, Terry Authement (raised as his 
own), Pam Hills, Mary Gautreaux, Rachel Bergeron, Morty Authement, Mickie 
Theriot, Emily White, Katherine Voisin, Christine Theriot, Courtney Weed, Corey 
Authement, Gary Comeaux, Jeremy Authement, Laura Comeaux and Christopher 
Authement; 17 great-grandchildren, Justin, Angel, Jonathon, Sarah, Grant, 
Spencer, Bricelyn, Lily, Marissa, Cameron, Maggylou, Ethan, D.J., Preston, 
Patricia, Holden and Morgan; three sisters, Viona Lapeyrouse, Bridget LeBouef 
and Egnolia Dupre; and three brothers, Harry Authement, Willard Authement and 
Eugene Authement.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Louie' Marie Authement; parents, Evest 
Authement and Emily Trahan Authement; two sisters, Aggie Picou and Leona Martin; 
and four brothers, Felton Authement, Andrew Authement, Harvey Authement Sr. and 
Herman Authement.

He was a commercial fisherman and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He 
served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He enjoyed spending time with his 
family, loved playing cards, hunting and watching boxing.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Julie H. Benoit, 41, a native and resident of Thibodaux, La., died Saturday, 
Oct. 10.

She is survived by her husband, Troy Benoit; one son, Josh Benoit; two brothers, 
Paul Duet and Claude Rolando; and two grandchildren, Leah Benoit and Michael 
Benoit.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Helen Ford, and Lester 
"ShoSho" Duet; and one son, Joel Benoit.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Christ the Redeemer 
Catholic Church in Thibodaux with mass to follow. Burial will be at St. Joseph 
Cemetery in Thibodaux.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 12, 2009

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Kenton "Paul" "Hoop" Boudreaux Jr., 40, a native and resident of Houma, La., 
died Thursday, Oct. 8.

He is survived by one son, Derrick Paul Boudreaux; one daughter, Jade 
Cunningham; mother, Margaret Portier Derrick; step-father, John L. Derrick Jr.; 
father, Kenton Paul Boudreaux Sr.; step-mother, Lydia Boudreaux; one sister, 
Sue-Lin Boudreaux Miller and husband Tim; two brothers, Christopher "Chris" 
Boudreaux and wife Kim, and Kely Boudreaux and wife Jill; six step-siblings, 
Craig Giroir, Lennie Orgeron, Craig Derrick, John J. Derrick, Merry Fleming and 
Sharon Derrick; grandparents, Ora Portier, Ulysse "Butch" Boudreaux, Lou Jean 
LeCompte Boudreaux and Ruth Daigle; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles 
and cousins.

He was preceded in death by grandfathers, Alvin Portier Sr. and Cleavland Daigle 
Sr.; and grandparents, John and Josephine Derrick.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to help with funeral expenses.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at First Presbyterian 
Church in Bayou Blue, La., with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at 
the church cemetery.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Brook A. Bouvier, 50, a native and resident of Lockport, La., died Sunday, Oct. 
11, at 3:01 p.m.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 30 years, Debra Hebert Bouvier; three 
children, Maria Bouvier Verret and husband Josh, Elizabeth Bouvier Guidroz and 
husband John, and Brook A. Bouvier Jr. and wife April Lucido Bouvier; five 
grandchildren, Talon, Taylor and Tallie Verret, and Brooke and Nathan Guidroz; 
parents, Alfred and Jeannette Bouvier; two brothers, Rodney J. Bouvier Sr. and 
wife Shentel, and Barney J. Bouvier and wife Becky; two sisters, Ramona Bouvier 
Douglas and husband Calvin, and Madonna Bouvier Newill and Bobby; 10 nephews; 
six nieces; and seven great-nieces and nephews.

He was employed by the Lafourche Parish School Board and was a school bus driver 
for the special ed and handicap children. He drove for 23 years. He was an avid 
hunter and fisherman. He also ran Bouvier's Upholstery for 23 years. He was a 
member of Jehovah's Witness Lockport congregation. He loved and was loved by all 
who knew him. He was a wonderful son, husband, father, grandfather, uncle and 
friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Falgout Funeral Home 
in Lockport. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. at Holy Savior Cemetery in 
Lockport followed by a memorial service at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness 
in Lockport.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 12, 2009

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Florine "Flo" Broussard, 78, a native of Oakdale, La., and a resident of Houma, 
La., died Saturday, Oct. 10.

She is survived by three sons, Gary Broussard and wife Judy, James "Scotty" 
Broussard and wife Orlanda, and Robert "Todd" Broussard and wife Juanita; two 
daughters, Susan Broussard Diehl and husband Sonny, and Leslie Dumond and 
husband Mark; three sisters, Oralee Hebert, Farrell Eaves and Sylvia McKinley; 
11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Alton "Bruce" Broussard; 
parents, Aaron and Louisiana Going; one brother, Robert Going; and two sisters, 
Ruby Marsh and Florette Matthews.

She enjoyed bingo and playing cards with family and friends.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Falgout Funeral Home 
in Houma. The funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Mavis L. Floyd, 90, a native of Stewart, Miss., and a resident of Houma, La., 
died Friday, Oct. 9.

She is survived by one son, Emmett Burnley; seven grandchildren; 19 great-
grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Collum Richardson and James E. 
Richardson; one daughter, Glenda Kelly; and numerous brothers and sisters.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at Samart Funeral Home in 
Houma with the funeral service to follow.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 12, 2009

Tammy Ann Hawkins

Tammy Ann Hawkins, 40, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a resident of 
Gibson, La., died Friday, Oct. 2.

She is survived by her mother, Mable Robinson; father, Benjamin Hawkins; two 
sisters, Angela and Trina; two brothers, Tommy Hawkins and Charles Robinson; 
three daughters, Chakeima, Christal and Tamneika Hawkins; two sons, Joseph and 
Christopher Hawkins; and one grandchild.

She was preceded in death by one sister, Danielle; and grandparents, Clarence 
and Louise Poindexter.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at Community Funeral Home 
with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Southdown Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Isabel Rebstock Ledet, 88, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, La., died 
Friday, Oct. 9.

She is survived by her husband, Hewitt Ledet; one son, James A. Ledet and wife 
Nanette; three daughters, Joycelyn L. Callais and husband Franklin, Evette L. 
Gaspard and husband Chris, and Lisa L. Pitre and husband Wade; 10 grandchildren; 
11 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Preston and Florestile Leonard 
Rebstock; one son, Terrel J. Ledet; three brothers, Jessie Rebstock, Jeffery 
Rebstock and Preston Rebstock; and one sister, Phiolense Boudreaux.

She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church where she was a member 
of the Ladies Altar Society and a former Eucharistic minister.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at the church 
cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Mabel Therese Dufresne Melancon, 80, a native of Wallace, La., and a resident of 
Houma, La., died Friday, Oct. 9.

She is survived by her former husband, Allen J. Melancon of Houma; one son, 
Stephen J. Melancon of Houma; three daughters, Jeanne M. Rhodes and husband 
Benny of Houma, Denise M. Benoit and husband Peter of Houma, and Charlotte 
LeBoeuf of Houma; one brother, Alvin Dufresne of Wallace; one sister, Ruth 
Waguespack and husband Don of Metairie, La.; and three grandchildren, Jeffrey 
LeBoeuf, Jenna Rhodes and Matthew Rhodes.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Michael Melancon and David Melancon; two 
brothers, Russell Dufresne and Percy Dufresne; two sisters, Bessie Schexnayder 
and Joyce Dufresne; and parents, Louise LeBoeuf Dufresne and Ben Dufresne.

She was Catholic and a parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. She was a 
member of the Catholic Daughters of America.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, at St. Bernadette 
Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at 
Terrebonne Memorial Park.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Essie Oncale Perque, 78, a native of Choupic, La., and a resident of Thibodaux, 
La., died peacefully at home Thursday, Oct. 8.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Kirby Perque; four children, 
Gretchen P. Smith and husband Martin of Plattenville, La., Kurt Perque and wife 
Connie of St. Gabriel, La., Mary P. Noto and husband Brian of Luling, La., and 
Mark Perque and wife Lizabeth of Thibodaux; former son-in-law, Tommy Minton of 
Patterson, La.; 14 grandchildren, Adam Smith and wife Lynn, Scott and Kathy 
Smith, Richard "Pete", Anne and husband Walter Schmidt, Jerome, and Joseph 
Perque, Natalie, Andrew and Jason Noto, Ryan and Danielle Perque, and Coby and 
Cade Minton; three step-grandchildren, Dale LeBlanc and wife Britney, Paul 
LeBlanc and wife Kelly LeBlanc, and Thomas Bourgeois; two great-grandchildren, 
Madelyn and Izabella; and four step-great-grandchildren, Harris, Britton, Cohen 
and Brody.

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Sheila Perque Minton; parents, Oleus 
and Marie Navarre Oncale; and seven siblings, Laurie Oncale, Linda O. Usey, Ida 
O. Clement, Ester O. Willingham, Edwin Oncale, Aline "Tillie" O. Oncale and 
Eurcenia Oncale.

Since its inception, she was a member and supporter of St. Genevieve Catholic 
Church and school as well as a supporter of E.D. White Catholic High School and 
E.D. White Mother's Club. Her deepest passion was her family. She was a loving 
wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be sent to St. 
Genevieve Catholic School Playground Fund, 807 Barbier Avenue, Thibodaux, LA 
70301. Her family is very grateful for the loving care given to her by her very 
special sitters and Journey Hospice of Houma, La.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at St. Genevieve Catholic 
Church in Thibodaux with mass to follow. Interment will be at St. Joseph 
Cemetery.

Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 13, 2009

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Jeremy James Dantin Sr., 37, a native and resident of Cut Off, La., died Sunday, 
Oct. 11, at 10:30 p.m.

He is survived by his wife, Raquel Lombas Dantin; father, Gary Dantin; one son, 
Jeremy Dantin Jr.; one daughter, Destiny Dantin; and two sisters, Gina Lombas 
and Stacy Barthelemy.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Brenda Dantin; and one brother, Gary 
Dantin Jr.

Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church in Cut Off with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will 
be at the church cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 13, 2009

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Iris Guidry Pizzolatto, 79, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Monday, 
Oct. 12, at 6:20 a.m.

She is survived by her husband, Leonard J. Pizzolatto of Houma; two sons, 
Leonard J. Pizzolatto III and wife Marena, and Michael Pizzolatto and wife 
Dorla; four grandchildren, Derek Pizzolatto, Natalie Pizzolatto, Emily 
Pizzolatto and Kayla Pizzolatto; one brother, Raymond Guidry; and one sister, 
Rita Henry.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie Guidry and Olivia Bourg Guidry; 
and two sisters, Vivian LeBlanc and Edith Cunningham

She was a homemaker and a member of Mulberry Baptist Church.

She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Children's Program at 
Mulberry Baptist Church 2025 Bayou Black Drive, Houma, Louisiana 70360

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, and 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma. The funeral service will 
be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with burial at Terrebonne Memorial 
Park.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 
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Posted Tuesday, October 13, 2009

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Jeanette Theresa Lirette Viteaux, 75, a native of Chauvin, La., and a resident 
of Houma, La., died Saturday, Oct. 10.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Joseph Robert Viteaux; three sons, 
Bobby M. and wife Barbra Testreot Viteaux of Keller, Texas, Randall J. and wife 
Anne Fanguy Viteaux of Houma, and Mark H. and wife Janet Guidry Viteaux of 
Houma; three granddaughters, Courtney Elize Viteaux Byles and husband LCpl. 
Brandon Byles of Quantico, Va., Abbey Elizabeth Viteaux of Houma and Caroline 
Megan Viteaux of Keller; one grandson, Colin Michael Viteaux of Keller; and one 
brother, Merlin J. Lirette of Chauvin.

She was preceded in death by two daughters, Sandra Ann and Sharon Lee Viteaux; 
parents, Edward A and Vivian Picou Lirette; three sisters, Sylvia L. Naquin, 
Clara L. Foret and Vivian L. Pellegrin; and two brothers, Elward J. and Howard 
J. Lirette.

In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the American Brain Tumor 
Association in her memory at www.abta.org.

Gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Russell Henry and staff, Dr. Thomas Donner and 
staff, the staff of Terrebonne Homecare and the staff of Hospice of South 
Louisiana.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at St. Francis de Sales 
Cathedral with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at Holy Rosary 
Catholic Church Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Tuesday, October 13, 2009

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Francis Dancy "Dan" Winchester III, 68, a native of Franklin, La., and a 
resident of Morgan City, La., passed away Sunday, Oct. 11.

Dan is survived by two sons, Coy Winchester of Lafayette, La., and Francis Dancy 
Winchester IV of Morgan City; three daughters, Jennifer Guillot and husband 
Galen of Morgan City, Cindy LeBlanc and husband Bill of Youngsville, and Carmen 
Winchester of Lafayette; five grandsons Luke, Adam and Eric Guillot, and William 
and Cy LeBlanc; and a special friend, Merril Campo.

Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Francis Winchester Jr. and Mary Grace 
Shannon Winchester; wife, Cynthia Luke Winchester; and two sisters, Mary Howard 
and Dancy Rankin.

Dan was retired from the State of Louisiana Department of Elections but had 
worked in the "oilfield" industry for many years. His "salesman" personality, 
gift of storytelling and never meeting a stranger made him many friends. Dan 
enjoyed fishing, hunting and loved spending time outdoors. He was a good 
carpenter and with his mechanical ability he could fix anything he put his mind 
to.

A time of remembrance and reflection will be observed 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, 
Oct. 13, at Hargrave Funeral Home with a Rosary at 7:30 p.m., and 8 a.m. to 9:30 
a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Bayou Vista, La. 
The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Dan will be laid 
to rest at Centerville Cemetery.

Hargrave Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 14, 2009

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Ernest P. Adams, 70, a native of Raceland, La., and a resident of Mathews, La., 
died Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 4 a.m.

He is survived by three sons, Michael Foret, Kerry Adams and Shane Adams; two 
daughters, Kimberly Foret and Cynthia Foret; three brothers, Edward, Lilier Jr. 
and Nessey Adams; three sisters, Velma Plaisance, Shirley Pierce and Eula 
Savoie; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Velma S. Adams; parents, Lilier Adams Sr. 
and Alexina Adams; two brothers, Richard and Norwin Adams; and one sister, Esma 
Orgeron.

He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the VFW. He was a parishioner of St. 
Hilary Catholic Church in Raceland.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at St. Hilary Catholic 
Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at Resurrection 
Memorial Park in Raceland.

Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 14, 2009

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Beverly Folse, 80, a native of Houma, La., and a resident of Bayou Vista, La., 
passed away Monday, Oct. 12.

She is survived by her husband, Ray Folse of Bayou Vista; one son, Kim Folse and 
wife Michelle of Morgan City, La.; one daughter, Jaimie Folse of Houma; and two 
grandchildren, Jacob Folse and wife Kayla, and Andrew Folse.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruffin and Lois Ellender Prevost Sr.; 
and one brother, Ruffin Prevost Jr.

She was an amazing wife, mother and friend. She had a loving personality and 
enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She especially enjoyed the time 
spent with all the gang at AARP. She was the kind of lady that would do anything 
and everything for all sometimes even before they asked for her help. Beverly 
was the co-author of "Sleeping Residents of Morgan City", a book that is 
dedicated to the genealogy of those laid to rest at the Morgan City Cemetery. 
She worked for quite a number of years on her research for the book. In her 
younger years she was an all-star in basketball where she was instrumental in 
leading her high school team. She was Catholic, a parishioner of St. Bernadette 
Catholic Church, and a longtime member and past president of the Altar Society.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Discalced Carmelite Nuns, 1100 
Parthenon Place, New Caney, Texas, 77357 or American Diabetes Foundation, 1701 
North Beauregard Street, Alexander, Va. 22311.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Hargrave Funeral Home 
with a rosary at 7 p.m., and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with 
burial at Morgan City Mausoleum.

Hargrave Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 14, 2009

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Kenneth P. (Fox) Hebert, 81, a native and resident of Houma, La., died 
Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 6:30 a.m.

He is survived by his wife, Anieta "Ann" S. Hebert; one son, L.A. (Tony) 
Robichaux and wife Sherri; one daughter, Tanya and husband Eric Boeke; one 
brother, Richard and wife Liz Hebert; and five grandchildren, Kyle and wife 
Monica Robichaux, Craig Robichaux, Dorian Robichaux, Rayeann Boeke and Roslynn 
Boeke.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis B. and Odette Pye Hebert.

He was a member of Mulberry Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mulberry Baptist Church or St. 
Joseph Hospice.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at Mulberry Baptist Church 
with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at St. Francis #2 Cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

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Gilbert E. Brown Sr., 76, a native of Lockport, La. and a resident of Thibodaux, 
La., died Friday, Oct. 9, 6:20 a.m.

He is survived by his first wife, Gertrude V. Brown of Thibodaux; second wife, 
Shelia Allen of Larose, La.; four daughters, Joyce Brown of Thibodaux, Michelle 
Allen of Larose, and Irene Allen and Regina Allen Cantrelle of Cut Off, La.; 
seven sons, Gilbert Brown Jr. and Mark Allen of Lockport, Leroy Brown of Texas, 
Leonard Brown of Raceland, La., Gilbert Allen of Cut Off, and Micheal Allen and 
Sherman Allen of Larose; one brother, Charley Brown of Bayou Blue, La.; one 
sister, Delores Holmes of Bayou Blue; 39 grandchildren; and 22 great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Alma Brown; one daughter, 
Janice Brown; six brothers, Rev James Brown Sr., Rev Johnny Brown, Eunice Brown, 
Isaac Brown Sr., Andrew Brown Sr. and Levi Brown; and two sisters, Ethel Victor 
and Doretha Thomas.

His hobbies included fishing, hunting and gardening.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at New Magnolia Baptist 
Church in Schriever, La. A religious service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the 
church with burial at Half Way Cemetery in Gray, La.

Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

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Brenda Joyce Croker, 64, a native of Pascagoula, Miss., and a resident of Houma, 
La., died Monday, Oct. 12, at 6:30 a.m.

She is survived by her husband Jackson "Jack" Croker; five sons, James Croker 
and fiancˇ Lanette Thibodeaux, Robert Croker and wife Susan, Carl Croker, Brine 
Croker and Brian Croker and wife Monique; one daughter, Sonda Brown and husband 
Gary; three brothers, Robert, Richard and Danny Harper; four sisters, Patricia 
Cochran, Janice Kraft, Dianna Harper and Shiela Joseph; 13 grandchildren; and 
seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil L. and Ruby A. Elliott Harper.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Samart Funeral Home 
in Houma with the funeral service to follow.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

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Bernice Gertrude Matherne Granier, 91, a native of Des Allemands, La., and a 
resident of Grand Caillou, La., died Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 4:25 p.m.

She is survived by one son, Nolan Granier and wife Anita of Houma, La.; two 
daughters, Mary Cortez of Houma and Georgiana Price and husband Norris of 
Chauvin, La.; one sister, Orena Coulon of Westwego, La.; eight grandchildren, 
Irvin Cortez Jr., Kieth Cortez, Daniel Cortez, Curtis Cortez, Bruce, Craig and 
Allan Luke and Ashley Granier Bourg; four step-grandchildren, Steve Price, 
Norris Price Jr., Debra Dupre and Bonnie Lirette; 15 great-grandchildren; and 13 
great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice Granier; parents, Cost 
Matherne and Georgiana Luquette Matherne; two brothers, Roland Matherne and 
Wilmer Matherne; two sisters, Dolores Matherne and Esperanze Fonseca; and two 
sons-in-law, Irvin Cortez Sr. and Paul A. Luke.

She was Catholic and a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church.

Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Chauvin Funeral 
Home with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at St. Gertrude Catholic 
Cemetery in Des Allemands.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

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Leslie "Lil Bit" Coleman Holman was born Sept. 18, 1938 in Lafayette, La., to 
Eany Coleman and Emma Dell Coleman. Leslie heard when God called her name and 
she answered. She departed this life Saturday, Oct. 10, at 3 p.m. at Iberia 
Manor North of New Iberia, La.

Leslie Holman leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Patricia Reed; two 
sons, John Reed III and James Thibodeaux, all of Houston, Texas; five brothers, 
Ernest Coleman (Tamika), Harry Coleman (Denise), both of Franklin, La., Calvin 
Coleman (Theresa) of Morgan City, La., George Coleman (Nelvin) of Patterson, 
La., and Marshall Coleman (Thelma) of Houston; two sisters, Linda Johnson 
(Ivory) of St. Joseph, La., and Sheila Coleman of Franklin; two aunts, Eleanor 
Carson of St. Joseph, and Rosemary Coleman of Beaumont, Texas; one uncle, Henry 
Watson of Baldwin, La.; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends who realize 
that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eany Coleman and Emma Dell Coleman; 
one sister, Lucille Walker; and five brothers, Ed Coleman, Alex Coleman, Larry 
Coleman, Taylor "TC" Coleman and Alfred Coleman.

Leslie was baptized at an early age by the late Rev. Johnny Carr Jr. Leslie 
resided in Houston for over 50 years of her life. She later moved back home to 
Centerville, La., where she spent her last five years, until her illness in 
April 2009. She was employed by Wal-Mart Superstore in Bayou Vista, La., for 4 
1/2 years as a door greeter. She also visited from time to time Nazarene Baptist 
Church in Verdunville, La. She will be greatly missed.

No arrangements have been announced.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

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Rosalie G. Landry, 64, a native of Labadieville, La., and a resident of Choupic, 
La., died Wednesday, Oct. 14.

She is survived by her husband, Percy P. Landry; mother, Elsie Guillot; three 
daughters, Rebecca L. Trosclair, Rosa L. Chiasson and Roxanne L. Guidry; one 
brother, John Guillot Jr.; six grandchildren, Veronica Trosclair, Heather 
Trosclair, Shaun Chiasson, Logan Chiasson, Taylor Guidry and Matthew Guidry; two 
great-grandchildren, Payton Thibodaux and Destiny Trosclair; one step-
grandchild, Courtney Chiasson; and two sons-in-law, David Trosclair and Steve 
Guidry.

She was preceded in death by her father, John I. Guillot Sr.; one brother, 
Gerald Guillot; one sister, Elisabeth Guillot; and one son-in-law, Coral 
Chiasson.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux, 
La.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at Landry's Funeral Home 
and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in 
Chackbay, La. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial at the 
church cemetery.

Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

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Danny James Quebedeaux, 57, a native of Baton Rouge, La., and a resident of 
Thibodaux, La., died Sunday, Oct. 11.

He is survived by his wife, Debbie Quebedeaux; one son, Cody Quebedeaux; one 
daughter, Paige Quebedeaux; and one brother, Ronnie Quebedeaux.

He is survived by his parents, James and Bertie Quebedeaux.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the Danny Quebedeaux Memorial 
Fund at any Capital One Bank.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Saturday, Oct. 17, at Thibodaux Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 10 
a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in 
Thibodaux.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

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Richard Anthony Savoie, 81, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a resident 
of Bayou Blue, La., died Sunday, Oct. 4, at 2:05 a.m.

He is survived by one daughter, Linda Morton and husband John; two 
grandchildren, Heath Elsensohn and wife Susan, and Jason Morton; two great-
grandchildren, Nathan Elsensohn and Jack Elsensohn; and four sisters, Erna 
Labauve, Ellen Rogers, Clare Marcel and Norma Falgout.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Stella E. Savoie; parents, Edward D. 
Savoie and Lucille Babin Savoir; two brothers, Philip and Murry Savoie; and two 
sisters, Ruby Daigle and Iris.

He was Catholic and a parishioner of St. Louis Church in Bayou Blue. He enjoyed 
farming and fishing.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Alzheimer's foundations.

A memorial mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at St. Louis Catholic 
Church with burial at the church cemetery.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

Gasper Gus Varvaro

Gasper Gus Varvaro, 87, a native of St. Rose, La., and a resident of Thibodaux, 
La., died Tuesday, Oct. 13.

He is survived by his wife, Josephine Austin Varvaro; one son, Stephen and wife 
Linda Varvaro; one daughter, Susan and husband Donald Carlos; four 
grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael Angelo and Frances Viola 
Varvaro; two brothers, Joseph and Raymond Varvaro; and two sisters, Rose Barocca 
and Anna Livaudais.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Monday, Oct. 19, at Thibodaux Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 10 
a.m. Monday at the funeral home with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009

Jimmy "Ut" Vo

Jimmy "Ut" Vo, 55, a native of Vietnam and a resident of Houma, La., died 
Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 4:08 a.m.

He is survived by two daughters, Cindy Vo of Baton Rouge, La., and Judy Vo and 
Brandy Vo of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Vo Van Gior and Vo Thi Cao of Vietnam.

He was a self-employed fisherman.

Visitation will be 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, and Friday, Oct. 16, 
Chauvin Funeral Home. Visitation will resume 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 
at the funeral home with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Holy 
Rosary Catholic Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Friday, October 16, 2009

Corinne Eschette

Corinne Eschette, 76, a native and resident of Lockport, La., died Wednesday, 
Oct. 14, at 1:48 a.m.

She is survived by one son, Gregory Eschette and wife Nellie; one daughter, Amy 
Bethancourt; four sisters, Lillian Mayet, Grace Delaune, Dora Champagne and Jean 
Theriot; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Nolan Eschette; parents, 
Joseph and Sondia Candies Rome; and four brothers, Willie Rome, Richard Rome, 
Harold Rome and George Rome.

She was Catholic and a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. She enjoyed 
spending quality time with her children and grandchildren.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Holy Savior Catholic 
Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at the church 
cemetery.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Raceland, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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March 22, 1942 - October 18, 2009

Edwine Anthony Grow

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"Ed" Edwine Anthony Grow, 67, a native and resident of Morgan City, La., died at 
his residence Sunday, Oct. 18, surrounded by his loving family.

He is survived by his wife Sharon, one son, Michael and partner James Barnes of 
Los Angeles, Calif.; two daughters, Lisa Hampton and husband Michael of Morgan 
City, and Serina Mitcham of Fort Smith, Ark.; one sister, Eva Dell Billiot 
Whipple of Morgan City; five grandchildren, Keith, Danielle and Trevor Hampton, 
and Randy Lynn and Taylor Mitcham; and his beloved dog "Misty".

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Edgar and Eva Young Grow; 
three brothers, Eugene and Edgar Grow Jr., and Ervin Daisy; and two sisters, 
Elaine Verrett and Elizabeth Van Matre.

Edwin was the director the lab department at Lakewood Hospital and Teche 
Regional Medical Center for many years. He was a very devout Catholic who 
attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he was a Eucharistic minister, 
C.C.D. teacher, Sacred Heart Parish Council president, as well as leader of the 
"Filled with the Holy Spirit", Come Lord Jesus group. It could be said that Ed 
never met a stranger and was respected by all that knew him. He helped with the 
Louis Infant Crisis Center, an orphanage, and the Assisi House, a drug and 
alcohol rehab center. Ed was an avid gardener who loved to go to his camp and 
spoiled his grandchildren. Ed was a former board member of the Morgan City 
Federal Credit Union and the Chamber of Commerce as well as a present member of 
the Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Morgan City.

Besides his involvement with his church and his community, Ed was also very 
active with the American Legion, and the 40 and 8, locally, state wide, as well 
as nationally. Post 242 of the American Legion was his choice of association, 
and he held many offices including Post Commander, Post Adjutant, District 
Adjutant, Secretary of the Past Commanders Club and Chairman of the Department 
Ways and Means Commission as well as being a member of the Department Convention 
and the Legislative Commission. In the 40 and 8, Ed was V1618 Correspondent 
Locale and Grand Commissaire Intendent and the Grand Chef de Train. He was a 
member of the Carville Star, Time & Place and War Veterans Home Committee and 
formerly held offices of Grand Chef de Gare Passe and National Cheminot Passe. 
Ed met Sharon Wagner, the love of his life in France, while they were both in 
the U.S. Army. Ed and Sharon wed soon after and returned to Morgan City to raise 
their family.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, and 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 
Thursday, Oct. 22, at Twin City Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 
conducted by Fr. Bennie at 1 p.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with 
burial to follow at Morgan City Mausoleum.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Molene Blackwell, 90, a native of Choctaw County, Miss., and a resident of 
Houma, La., passed away at his residence Wednesday, Oct. 14.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jimmie Stephens Blackwell; three 
daughters, Linda Labit of Los Altos, Calif., Sylvia Burford of Arlington, Texas, 
and Phyllis Dupre of DeKalb, Ill.; one sister, Iris Pollard of Starkville, 
Miss.; and eight grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Moses Levell and Ora Lewis Blackwell; 
two brothers, Ivis Blackwell and R.T. Blackwell; and three sisters, Estelle 
Smith, Crystal Bruce and Mavis Bruce.

He was a retired guidance counselor for the school board, a U.S. Army veteran of 
World War II, a 32nd Degree Mason, a member of the Shriners' organization, and a 
Deacon Americus of First Baptist Church in Houma.

The funeral service was Saturday, Oct. 17, at First Baptist Church in Houma. 
Burial was at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray, La.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Robert "Bobby" (BBY) R. Bourg Sr., 68, a native of Lockport, La., and a resident 
of Hahnville, La., was entrusted to God's loving care at East Jefferson Hospital 
in Metairie Friday, Oct. 16.

He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Birdsall Bourg of Hahnville; one son, 
Robert "Robby" R. Bourg Jr. of Gray, La.; one daughter, Tiffany Bourg Adams and 
husband Brent of Houma, La.; three stepsons, Jason Moesta and wife Felicia of 
Friendswood, Texas, Billy Gravois and Michael Gravois and wife Courtney, all of 
Harahan, La.; three brothers, Sidney Bourg III of Houma, Raleigh of Kenner, La., 
and Charles "Chunky" of Gray; two sisters, Marilyn Moore of Houma, and Carrie 
Ann Fitch of Simonton, Texas; two grandchildren, Bryce and Morgan Adams of 
Houma; and two step-grandchildren, Madilyn Gravois of Harahan, and William 
Moesta of Friendswood.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Emily Adams Bourg Jr.

He was an employee of Ambar Lonestar of Lafayette, La. BBY had a successful 
lifelong career in the oilfield industry. He was the owner of BBY Marina in 
Leeville, La., and the founder of the Creole Classic which recently celebrated 
its 25th anniversary.

Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Holy Savior 
Catholic Church in Lockport with mass to follow. Interment will be at the church 
cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Annie Mae Broussard, 89, a native of Franklin, La., and a resident of Berwick, 
La., passed away at Patterson Healthcare Unit surrounded by her family Friday, 
Oct. 16.

Annie is survived by two sons, Shelton Broussard and wife Barbara of Morgan 
City, La., and Glenn Broussard of Berwick; two brothers, Rivers Breaux and wife 
Mable of Franklin, and Percy Breaux and wife Evon of Lafayette, La.; four 
grandchildren, Glenn Broussard Jr. and wife Vicki of Bayou Vista, La., Denise 
Doherty and husband Bobby of Ponchatoula, La., Melissa Hebert and husband Bryan 
of Denham Springs, La., and Dewayne Broussard and wife Arika of Berwick; seven 
great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Annie was preceded in death by her husband, Sterling Broussard; parents, Emile 
and Angeline Breaux; three brothers, Lennis Breaux, E.J. Breaux and Sidney 
Breaux; one sister, Eunice Fournet; and one great-grandchild, Devin Doherty.

Annie Mae was a wonderful mother and grandmother to her children and will always 
be remembered as such. Annie will be truly missed.

Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, Oct. 19, at St. Stephen Catholic Church in 
Berwick. Annie was laid to rest at the Berwick Cemetery.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Margaret Marie Zeringue Chaisson, 91, a native of Dularge, La., and a resident 
of Houma, La., died Friday, Oct. 16.

She is survived by two sons, John Wayne Chaisson and wife Kathy of Houma, and 
Matthew Mark Chaisson and wife Sandy of Houma; three daughters, Patricia Gayle 
Lawrence and husband Robert of Houma, Jackie Harper and husband Barry of Houma, 
and Susan Chauvin of Chackbay, La.; two sisters, Marian Z. Luke of Houma, and 
Olga Z. Johnson of California; 12 grandchildren, Dr. T. Gregory Chaisson, Midge 
Chaisson, Lauren Callejas, Robbie Lawrence, Stacie (Sam) Palmisano, Heather 
Blanchard, Pam Breaux, Derek Chaisson, Hayley Russo, Chris Chaisson, Josh 
Chauvin and Zack Chauvin; 22 great-grandchildren, Sarah Smith, Brittany 
Chaisson, Billy Joe Palmisano, Emily Chaisson, Jacob Smith, Julia Callejas, 
Aaron Smith, Jordan Palmisano, Alexa Breaux, Parker Lawrence, Katie Faulk, 
Olivia Chaisson, Conner Chaisson, Eleana Callejas, Gillian Breaux, Rebecca 
Lawrence, Isabella Faulk, Hillary Chaisson, Valerie Blanchard, Victoria Russo, 
Whitney Russo and Marisa Callejas; one sister-in-law, Beulah Zeirngue of Houma; 
one brother and sister-in-law, Carrol and Lela Sigur of Houma; and Eunice 
Chaisson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Sterling Valerie Chaisson; parents, 
Noah G. Zeringue and Alice Champagne Zeringue; one son, Gregory James Chaisson; 
one brother, Vila Zeringue; three sisters, Adele Thorsen, Lorena Vice and Rita 
Cobb; and one grandson, Judd Michael Chaisson.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Marie Boudreaux for being her 
caregiver for 2 1/2 years. Also a special thanks to Haydel Memorial Hospice and 
South Louisiana Home Care.

The funeral service was Monday, Oct. 19, at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic 
Church with burial at St. Francis Cemetery No. 2.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 
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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Ray Defils Jr. age 37, a native of Detroit, Mich., and a resident of Franklin, 
La., died Sunday, Oct. 11, at 2:55 a.m.

Ray Defils Jr. leaves to cherish his memories his father, Ray E. Defils Sr. of 
Franklin; one son, Brandon Davis of Detroit; one daughter, Brittany Davis of 
Detroit; one stepbrother, James Spivey of Detroit; and three sisters, Dedra 
Defils and Christian Defils, both of New Iberia, La., and Stephanie Spivey of 
Detroit.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

The funeral was Saturday, Oct. 17, at Asbury United Methodist Church in 
Franklin.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

JoAnn Boyd Griffin

JoAnn Boyd Griffin, 59, a native and resident of Raceland, La., died Wednesday, 
October 14, at Ochsner St. Anne General Hospital in Raceland.

She is survived by three daughters, Melissa Griffin, Tracy Griffin and Treneka 
Griffin, all of Raceland; two sisters, Carrie Toussaint of Thibodaux, La., and 
Melinda Lazard of Larose, La.; two brothers, Lawrence Boyd of Raceland and 
Walter Boyd of Longview, Texas; and five grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Lubertha Boyd; three 
brothers, George Boyd, Michael Boyd and Donald Boyd; and three sisters, Roxanne 
Boyd, Rosalie Boyd and Pamela Boyd.

She was a member of Third Zion Baptist Church.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Third Zion Baptist 
Church in Raceland with a religious service to follow. Burial will be at the 
church cemetery.

Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Iris Lorraine Ireland, 50, a resident of Franklin, La., and a native of 
Pineville, La., died Thursday, Oct. 8, at 10 p.m.

Iris is survived by her companion, Dennis Bledsoe of Franklin; two sons, Damon 
Ireland of Midwest City, Okla., and Darnell Ireland of Franklin; one daughter, 
Denalerie Ireland of Franklin; seven brothers, Gerald Ireland of Donaldsonville, 
La., James Ireland of Franklin, and Charles Ireland Jr., Nelson Ireland, Glenn 
Ireland, Peter Ireland and Kevin Lewis, all of Houston, Texas; four sisters, 
Edna M. Pouncy of Houston, Jacqulyn Duriso of Beaumont, Texas, and Robyn Cross 
and Aquanetta Ireland, both of Franklin.

The funeral was Saturday, Oct. 17, with interment at Franklin Cemetery.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

Melinda Blanche Ledet

Melinda Blanche Ledet, 49, a native of Houma, La., and a resident of Paradis, 
La., passed away Wednesday, Oct. 14.

She is survived by her husband, Lucian Clancy; three dogs, Saddi, Tinker and T-
Joe; two brothers, Dane P. Ledet Sr. and wife Louise, and Keith John Ledet; two 
sisters, Wanda L. Gaidry and husband Wilson, and Lisa Kay Ledet and companion 
Sandra Waalk; and many cherished nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leland Joseph Ledet Sr. and Doris 
Prestenbach Ledet; one brother, Leland Joseph Ledet Jr.; one sister-in-law, 
Kathy Bourg; and grandparents, Tesmun and Eva Prestenbach and Elie and Evella 
Ledet.

Melinda's life ended way too soon and she will be missed by her family, friends 
and all who knew her. She was always ready to offer help to anyone who needed 
assistance.

A celebration of her life was held Monday, Oct. 19, at St. Matthew's Episcopal 
Church.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

Marie Carline Martinolich

Marie Carline Martinolich, 77, a native and resident of Thibodaux, La., died 
Friday, Oct. 16.

She is survived by two sons, Marty and Barry Martinolich; two daughters, Stacy 
Gagneaux and Gina Legendre; three brothers, Richard, Peter Moses and Jack 
Carline; two sisters, Betty Carline Boudreaux and Jane Claire Robichaux; eight 
grandchildren, Hannah, Drew, Stefan, Jordan, Heather, Michelle, Jeffery and 
Lauren; and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Octave J. Martinolich; parents, 
Senolia Persilver and Eunice P. Carline; one son, Eddie D. Martinolich; one 
grandchild, Jan Michael Martinolich; and one sister, Elmira Theresa Carline 
Ledet.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, at Thibodaux Funeral Home 
and 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, at University Baptist Church in 
Thibodaux. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with 
burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Susan Engeron Porche, 61, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Thursday, 
Oct. 15, at 8:07 a.m.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Porche; four sons, Paul Engeron and wife 
Julie, Christian Porche and companion Bridget Preston, Shawn Porche and Wesley 
Porche; one daughter, Elizabeth LeCompte and husband Clay; three sisters, 
Patricia Ledet, Sherry Engeron and Barbara Deroche; and 11 grandchildren, 
Gabrielle Engeron, Gavin Engeron, Breanna LeCompte, Morgan LeCompte, Hannah 
Porche, Brooke Porche, Alyssa Porche, Whitney Chauvin, Logan Canull, Sarah 
Canull and Elle Keller.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Emma Boudlouche Engeron; 
and one son, Robbie Porche.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the family are preferred.

The funeral service was Monday, Oct. 19, at Bayou Blue United Methodist Church 
with burial at Rogers Cemetery in Bayou Blue, La.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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George Profit Sr., 75, a native of Slaughter, La., and a resident of Chauvin, 
La., died Sunday, Oct. 11.

He is survived by his companion, Delores Holiday of Chauvin; two sons, George 
Profit and wife Youvet of Pasadena, Calif., and Elliot Profit and wife Das of 
Chauvin; three step-children, Joyce Hartman and Betty Jean Jenkins of Houma, 
La., and Huey P. Holiday and wife Terry of Raceland, La.; one brother, Johnnie 
Louis Profit and wife Mildred of Slaughter; and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Isaish Profit Sr. and Rosa Jane Wallace 
Profit; three brothers, Howard, Isaish Jr. and Jimmy Lee Profit; and two 
grandchildren, Nielia and Ariel Profit.

He retired from L. Trahan Trucking Company of Houma.

The funeral service was Monday, Oct. 19, at New Philadelphia Baptist Church in 
Slaughter with burial at the church cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Margaret Alemand Rhodes, 83, a lifelong resident of Morgan City, La., went home 
to be with the Blessed Mother Thursday, Oct. 15, at her residence in Bayou Vista 
surrounded by her family.

Margaret is survived by one son, Nolan J. Rhodes and wife Rosemary of 
Stephensville, La.; three daughters, Debbie Pennison and husband Lawrence of 
Bayou L'ourse, La., Eula Mae Arceneaux and husband Roy of Gibson, La., and 
Bernadette Baily of Houma, La.; three brothers, Allen Alemand and wife Diane of 
Stephensville, Roy Alemand and wife Gaydale of Ville Platte, La., and Calvin 
Alemand and wife Lydia of Bayou Vista, La.; four sisters, Hazel Landry and 
husband Sidney of Bayou Black, La., Maudrey Bailey of Napoleonville, La., Betty 
Blanchard and husband Gilbert of Bayou Vista, and Alma Glavin of Morgan City; 
and two sisters-in-law, Sarah Alemand and Deloris Gussman and husband Milton.

Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Nolan A. Rhodes, parents Stewart 
and Fedora Alemand; one brother, Collins Alemand; three grandchildren, Jamie 
Pennison, Travis Rhodes and Tana Bailey; one great-grandchild, Jeremy Arceneaux.

Margaret was a faithful Catholic and mother to all who ever knew her. She had 
overflowing love for all of her grandchildren. Margaret's life was a life of 
prayer and adoration to Jesus and His mother. She was an active member of the 
Ladies Altar Society at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Bayou Vista for many 
years and attended the Rosary Prayer Group faithfully every Tuesday. Margaret 
served the priest and bishops of the diocese with her cooking and housekeeping 
at the church where she worked for many years with devotion. Margaret was the 
first of nine children and the rock that kept the family together. Margaret did 
not stop being a rock and mother to her family, she continued with the nature 
that God gave her and became mother and rock to many others through her life as 
she served her family and church. She loved to hunt in her youth along with 
traveling, fishing, camping, cooking and passing a good time with family and 
friends. Margaret had a green thumb and loved all that she and the good Lord 
grew. Margaret "A lover of life and people" will be truly missed deeply by all 
that knew her. She was such an example of a wonderful wife, mother, sister, 
grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and most of all a Christian.

Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, Oct. 19, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church 
in Bayou Vista. Margaret was laid to rest at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in 
Patterson, La.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Velma Landry Rogers, 80, a native of Coteau, La., and a resident of Bayou Blue, 
La., died Friday, Oct. 16, at 8:05 p.m.

She is survived by three sons, Samuel Rogers Sr. and wife Diane, Elgin Rogers 
Jr. and wife Wanda, and Scott Rogers and wife Hope; three daughters, Marsha 
Callahan and husband Randy, Lisa Robichaux and husband Craig, and Druscilla 
Allen and husband Kerry; one brother, Edward Landry; one sister, Edna Landry 
Breaux; one daughter-in-law, Bonnie Lovell Rogers; 19 grandchildren, Samuel 
Rogers Jr., Clint Rogers, Shalyn Rogers Davenport, Dennis Rogers, Chad Rogers, 
Benji Rogers, Mindi Rogers Gautreaux, Alida Young, Becky Ponthier, Adam 
Callahan, Chase Callahan, Jessica Quatrevingt, Monica Robichaux, Quinton Allen, 
Shelby Allen, Russell Rogers, Meaghan Rogers Steele, Kendall Rogers and Jordan 
Rogers; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elgin Rogers Sr.; parents, Tanile J. 
and Alida Kraemer Landry; one son, Mark Rogers; and two brothers, Jeffery and 
Lawrence "Pete" Landry.

She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. Her family was her life.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, and 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. 
Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Samart Funeral Home in Houma, La. A religious service will 
be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Bayou Blue Methodist Church with burial at Rogers 
Cemetery.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

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Barry "BR" Ruffin, 39, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a resident of 
Houma, La., died Wednesday, Oct. 14.

He is survived by his mother, Helen Picou Ruffin; one son, Tamaj Ruffin of 
Lafayette, La.; one daughter, Ashton Charles of Houma; three brothers, Charlie 
Ruffin Sr. and wife Patricia, Jerry Ruffin and Elvin Ruffin and wife Sandra, all 
of Houma; and one sister, Ann R. Antione and husband Nester of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ervin Ruffin; and one daughter, Rita 
Ruffin.

He was Baptist. He was employed by Mike's Steakhouse.

The funeral service was Saturday, Oct. 17, at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne 
Funeral Home. Burial was at St. Luke Cemetery.

Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

Maya Alexis Smith

Maya Alexis Smith, infant, a native and resident of Prairieville, La., died 
Wednesday, Oct. 14.

She is survived by her parents, Orlando "O.J." and Jada Smith; and grandparents, 
Judy A. Thomas, Ulysses and Audrey Thomas, and Mr. and Mrs. William Smith Sr.

A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Southdown Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 19, 2009

Sandra Ann Toups

Sandra Ann Toups, 54, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Thursday, Oct. 
15, at 9:40 p.m.

She is survived by her companion, Tommy Hebert; mother, Enola Theriot; three 
daughters, Ozzy, Tiffany and Angelle; one brother, Mike Toups; and seven 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, Melvin J. Toups.

No services will be held.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 20, 2009

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Henry "Tan Tan" Boyd, 61, a native of Raceland, La., and a resident of 
Thibodaux, La., died Monday, Oct. 12.

He is survived by three sisters, Mary Lee, Beatrice Steward and Everlina Tolbert 
and husband Burnell, all of Thibodaux; four brothers, Joseph Boyd and Ernest 
Boyd of Thibodaux, Junius Boyd of Raceland, and Harold Lee Boyd and wife Rutha 
Mae of Marrero, La; and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie Boyd Sr. and Mamie Harris Boyd; 
two brothers, Eddie Boyd Jr. and Tommy Lee Boyd: one sister, Edna Boyd Victor; 
and grandparents, Mary Harris and Milton Harris and Johnny Boyd Sr. and Edna 
Boyd.

He was Baptist.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Third Zion Baptist 
Church in Raceland with a religious service to follow. Burial will be at the 
church cemetery.

Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of the arrangements.

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September 29, 1934-October 20, 2009

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Russell T. Breaux, 75, a lifelong resident of Morgan City, La., became entrusted 
to God's care after passing peacefully at home surrounded by his family Tuesday, 
Oct. 20.

"Paw Paw Russell" will be greatly missed by Glenda Breaux of Morgan City; one 
son, Dwayne Breaux and wife Karen of Morgan City; three daughters, Bobbie Ramer 
and husband John of Lafayette, La., Roxanne Martinez and husband Gordon of 
Chackbay, La., and Terri Robertson and husband Andrew of Thibodaux, La.; 14 
grandchildren, Sean and wife Marcela, Kevin, Jeffrey and Robert Breaux, Eric, 
Travis and Amanda Ramer, Melissa Stanford and husband Sam, Brittany, Brandon and 
Bryce Boudreaux, Thomas Giroir and Peyton and Alyssa Martinez; three great-
grandchildren, Raegan Stanford, Addalyn Abadie and Aubrie Elyse; and two 
brothers, Donald Breaux and wife Cal of Houma, La., and Wallace Ackman of 
Calumet, La.

Russell was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one grandson.

Russell was a prominent businessman and the owner of Breaux's Carpets for 38 
years where he was known as "The Carpet Man". His family was the most important 
part of his life and he enjoyed all the happy times they spent together.

Pallbearers to serve will be Dwayne Breaux, Andrew Robertson, Gordon Martinez, 
John Ramer, Eric Ramer, Travis Ramer, Brandon Boudreaux and Kevin Breaux. 
Honorary Pallbearers to serve will be Jeffrey Breaux, Bryce Boudreaux, Robert 
Breaux and Thomas Giroir.

A time of remembrance and reflection will be observed 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Wednesday, Oct. 21, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Hargrave Funeral 
Home. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with 
burial at Morgan City Cemetery.

Hargrave Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 20, 2009

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Deborah Carney, 58, a native of Grand Caillou, La., and a resident of Houma, 
La., died Monday, Oct. 19.

She is survived by two brothers, Hilton T. (Mack) Dumesnil III and Judson P. 
Dumesnil.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Rose LeCompte Carney; and 
stepfather, Hilton T. Dumesnil Jr.

She was a parishioner of Marie Immacolata Church. She was an avid Saints and LSU 
fan.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at Falgout Funeral Home 
in Houma. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct, 22, at Cypress 
Gove Cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 20, 2009

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Josephine Gautreaux Dickinson, 76, a native of Dulac, La., and a resident of 
Metairie, La., died Monday, Oct. 19, at 6:55 a.m.

She is survived by her husband, Lloyd A. Dickinson of Metairie; three daughters, 
Donna Landry and husband A.J. of Independence, La., Deborah Perret and husband 
Stephen of Loranger, La., and Lisa Aucoin and husband David of Kenner, La.; 
seven grandchildren, Jody Bergeron, Amy Voss, Jamie Landry, Mark Voss, Leslie 
George, David Aucoin and Brandon Aucoin; five great-grandchildren, Alexis 
Sterling, Tyler Fleming, Alex Fleming, Joshua Voss and Connor Voss; and one 
sister, Emma Kelly of Dulac.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis Gautreaux Sr. and Lucretia Neil 
Gautreaux; and two brothers, Louis Gautreaux Jr. and Nolan Gautreaux.

She was a homemaker and a member of Holy Family Catholic Church.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Chauvin Funeral Home, 
and 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at Holy Family Catholic Church. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial 
at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Tuesday, October 20, 2009

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Isabel Guidry Plaisance, 87, a native of Marrero, La., and a resident of 
Raceland, La., died Monday, Oct. 19, at 9:13 p.m.

She is survived by two sons, Wade F. Plaisance and James G. Plaisance; two 
daughters, Judy P. Baye and Donna P. Eymard; three sisters, Doris Dufrene, Vella 
Knight and Betty Breaux; 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and one 
great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Plaisance; parents, Hypolite 
Guidry Sr. and Laura Babin Guidry; one son, Mark Anthony Plaisance; two 
brothers, Cecil Guidry and Hypolite Guidry Jr.; and one sister, Rene Allemand.

She was a parishioner of St. Hilary Catholic Church in Raceland. She was a 
member of the St. Anne Ladies Auxiliary for 35 years and a volunteer at Raceland 
Manor Nursing Home.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at St. Hilary Catholic 
Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at St. Mary 
Cemetery in Raceland.

Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 20, 2009

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Margaret Simoneaux, 64, a native of Paincourtville, La., and a resident of 
Thibodaux, La., died Sunday, Oct. 18.

She is survived by her husband, Terry B. Simoneaux; one son, Troy D. Simoneaux; 
five daughters, Tammy S. Zeringue, Stephanie and husband Darryl Benoit, Jennifer 
S. Aizen and husband Zane, Lauri S. Phoenix and husband Byron, and Heidi S. 
Stevens and husband Blair; and nine grandchildren, Tara Z. Loeske and husband 
Jacob, Taylor Zeringue, Kay Chiasson, Justin Simoneaux, Raven Simoneaux, Shelby 
Simoneaux Benoit, Ali Benoit, Zoe Aizen and Ashton Stevens.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Margaret "Maggie" Dugas and Louis 
"Took" Dugas.

She was a labor and delivery nurse at Terrebonne General Medical Center.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Thibodaux Regional 
Auxiliary Cancer Fund.

A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at First United 
Methodist Church in Thibodaux.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 21, 2009

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Allen Joseph Guidry Sr., 64, a native of New Orleans, La., and a resident of 
Houma, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 20.

He is survived by his wife Elaine Prosperie Guidry; three sons, Allen "Dudie" 
Guidry Jr. and wife Sharon of Houma, Brent Guidry and wife Margaret of Fairhope, 
Ala., and Cory Guidry and wife Nicole of Houma; one brother, Eulin Guidry of 
Bourg, La.; one sister, Laura Mae "Tokay" Guidry Carrere of Dulac, La.; three 
grandchildren, Brandon, Christina and Emily Guidry; and two great-grandchildren, 
Tyler and Miley Guidry.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Odon Guidry and Ophelia Liner Guidry; 
four brothers, Olden "Doc" Guidry, Peter "Bull" Guidry, Golden "Coon" Guidry and 
Odon "Min" Guidry; and three sisters, Florence "NuKay" Guidry LeBoeuf, Eula Mae 
Guidry Brignac and Marie Guidry Matherne.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Houma, East Houma Lions Club and 
the Fraternal Order of Police. He was a sergeant in Corrections with the 
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Chauvin Funeral Home 
in Houma, and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at First Baptist Church in 
Houma. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial 
at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Houma.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 

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Posted Wednesday, October 21, 2009

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Osa Lula Bennett Hunt, 88, a native of Cambria, Okla., and a resident of Houma, 
La., died Tuesday, Oct. 20.

She is survived by two sons, James Ronald Hunt and wife Brenda of Houma, and 
Bruce Loren Hunt and wife Tammy of Houma; four grandchildren, Krista Savoie, 
Sean Chauvin, Meghan Whitten and Jaimee Bonvillain; seven great-grandchildren, 
Kameron Savoie, Cort Chauvin, Ava Chauvin, Alexis Whitten, Taylor Bonvillain, 
Christopher Bonvillain Jr. and James Bonvillain; and two sisters, Lora Deligans 
of Houma and Milly Dunn of Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her husband James Arthur Hunt Jr.; parents, Emmett 
Arthur Bennett and Alta McAtee Bennett; and one sister, Marie Morris.

She was a homemaker, a charter member of Mulberry Baptist Church and a past 
member of Mulberry Keenagers. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting and was a den 
mother for the cub scouts. She was the PTA president at Honduras School.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Chauvin Funeral Home in 
Houma with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Garden of Memories 
Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 

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Posted Wednesday, October 21, 2009

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Terry Joseph Martin, 61, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Monday, Oct. 
19.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Cynthia LeJeune Martin of Houma; 
parents, Thaddeus Martin and Elma Naquin Martin; three children, Monica Holloway 
and husband Erik of Avondale, Ariz., Jessica Martin of Thibodaux, La., and Ryan 
Martin and wife Ashley Saunders of Fort Sill, Okla.; one grandchild, Kyle 
Holloway of Avondale; one sister, Donna Redmond and husband Marin; and two 
brothers, Larry Martin and Danny Martin.

Terry was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He was a retired math 
teacher for Terrebonne Parish School Board. He was an avid runner and race 
walker participating in numerous races for 27 years. His humor and wit will be 
missed by many.

In lieu of flowers make memorial donations to the Terrebonne Foundation for 
Academic Excellence P.O. Box 1503 Houma, Louisiana 70361; Brees Dream Foundation 
c/o Judy Hogan MA 1 1360 East 9th Street, Suite 100 Cleveland, Ohio 44114; or

Children's Hospital 200 Henry Clay Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70118.

Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Annunziata 
Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at St. 
Francis Cemetery No. 2.

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Posted Wednesday, October 21, 2009

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Raymond Joseph Theriot, 77, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Wednesday, 
Oct. 21, at 8:34 a.m.

He is survived by his ex-wife and mother of his children, Gladys Theriot 
Christopher; two sons, Cody Gerard Theriot and wife Charlotte Hebert Theriot, 
and Ray Joseph Theriot and wife Wendy Norman Theriot; four daughters, Aileen 
Francis and husband Alvin Francis Sr., Christine Webre and husband Arthur Webre, 
Lola Mae May and Tressa Pellegrin and husband Clinton Pellegrin; one brother, 
Able Theriot and wife Mary Theriot; one sister, Gertrude Breaux; 24 
grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Levi Joseph Theriot Jr. and Jeanne 
Adams Theriot; two sons, Julian Theriot and Cary Theriot; one daughter, Cindy 
Theriot; two grandchildren, Nicole Ann Daisy, Kelvin Joseph Francis; one 
brother-in-law, Alphonse Breaux Jr.; and 1 son-in-law, Martin "Cat" Guidry.

He was a member of Christian Faith Fellowship Church.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Saturday, Oct. 24, at Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma. The funeral service will be 
at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial at St. Eloi Catholic Church 
Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 
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Posted Wednesday, October 21, 2009

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Jessie H. Voisin, 70, a lifelong resident of Morgan City, La., passed away 
peacefully surrounded by his loved ones Tuesday, Oct. 20.

Jessie is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Elaine Beadle Voisin; three 
sons and one daughter, Lt. Col. Jessie Voisin Jr. and wife Lisa Conway Voisin of 
Sumter, S.C., St. Mary Parish Councilman Kevin Voisin and wife Becky Alleman 
Voisin of Morgan City, Mark Voisin of Houma, La., and Donna Dimitri and husband 
Dr. Ronnie Dimitri of Metairie, La.; five grandchildren, Kelsey, Hannah, 
Julianna, Peyton and Ryan; two sisters and one brother, Loretta Powell and 
husband Doug, Doris Chaisson and husband Lamar, and Irvin Voisin and wife 
Janice.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hiram and Elma Voisin.

Jessie will be remembered for his civic involvement and generosity. He served as 
an elected member of the Morgan City Council for two terms and served on the 
Lakewood Hospital Board of Directors. He was involved with the Chamber of 
Commerce, Kiwanis Club and was a past Grand Knight with the Knights of Columbus 
Council #1373. Jessie was also an active member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
where he served as a Eucharistic minister. He was the former owner of Jessie 
Voisin Boat Rentals and Discount Jewelers. He was a former employee of Lakewood 
Hospital and retired with the St. Mary Parish Sheriffs Department.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Viewing will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Holy Cross Catholic Church 
with a rosary at 10 a.m. and Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. He will be laid 
to rest at Morgan City Cemetery.

Hargrave Funeral Home has been placed in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 22, 2009

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Walter "Brat" Burdis Jr., 48, a native and resident of Labadieville, La., died 
Wednesday, Oct. 21.

He is survived by two daughters, Janea Elizabeth Joseph and Jaylin Nichole 
Burdis; mother, Gertrude M. Burdis of Labadieville; three sisters, Pauline Holly 
of Labadieville, Melia Burdis of Schriever, La., and Charity Brooks of 
Napoleonville, La.; one brother, Anthony Burdis of Waverly, Va.; and a host of 
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Burdis Sr.

Visitation will be 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Williams & Southall 
Funeral Home in Napoleonville, and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at New 
Belmont Baptist Church in Labadieville. A religious service conducted by Rev. 
Johnny Johnson will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial at the 
church cemetery.

Williams & Southall Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 22, 2009

Leontine (Tina) Harris

Mrs. Leontine (Tina) Harris, 77, a native of New Orleans, La., and a resident of 
Houma, La., died Wednesday, Oct. 14.

She is survived by two sons, Don and Harold Harris; two daughters, Deborah 
Harding and Renee Harris; five sisters, Anna Palms, Dorothy Washington, Leona 
Phillips, Irma Brown and Joyce Thompson; eight grandchildren; and five great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Freddie Harris Sr.; parents, Leola and 
George Williams; adoptive parents, Frank and Mary South; one son, Freddie Harris 
Jr.; two granddaughters, Katrina Harris and Latonia Hardin; one grandson, 
Dequantum Harris; two brothers, Thomas Morgan and Johnell Williams; one foster 
sister, Dorothy Russell; and grandparents, John and Rebecca Faulk.

She was Baptist and a member of First Corinthian Baptist Church. She was retired 
from the Terrebonne Parish School Board & TARC as a teacher's aid and a foster 
grandparent with St. Lucy Day Care.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Community Funeral Home. 
The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at First Corinthian 
Baptist Church with burial at Dewyville Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 22, 2009

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Silas Martin Sr., 66, a native and resident of Bayou Blue, La., died Tuesday, 
Oct. 20, at 8:02 a.m.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Joyce Martin; his 92 year old 
mother, Bella Martin; one son, Silas Martin Jr. and wife Kim; two daughters, 
Shelia Billiot and husband Doug, and Sherelle Martin; three brothers, Kirkland 
Martin, Luke Martin and Andrew Martin; one sister, Margie Boudreaux; six 
grandchildren, Kristen Smith, Robby Gros, Megan Martin, Amber West, Tyler Scott 
and Brandon Faye; and four great-grandchildren, Cali Smith, Karlee Bolin, Tre 
Gros and Kolten Bolin.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charlie Martin.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Friday, Oct. 23, at Bayou Blue Assembly of God with a religious service to 
follow. Burial will be at Rogers Cemetery.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 22, 2009

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Doris Rounds Ross, 67, a native of Thibodaux, La., and a resident of Gretna, 
La., died Thursday, Oct. 15, at 6:05 p.m.

She is survived by her husband, Vincent Ross of Gretna; one son, Dwayne Rounds 
and wife Amanda of Gretna; one daughter, Sonja Barber Johnson and husband 
Dionell of Algiers, La.; three sisters, Ruby Cheatteam, Diana Cheatteam and 
Betty Duplessis, all of Harvey, La.; two brothers, Rev. James Cheatteam and wife 
Shannon, and Alvin Cheatteam of Harvey; 12 grandchildren; and eight great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Welton Rounds and Beatrice Frye 
Cheatteam; stepfather, Adolph Cheatteam Sr.; four brothers, Adolph Cheatteam 
Jr., Larry Cheatteam, Garrison Cheatteam and Sidney Cheatteam; one sister Helen 
Reynolds; grandparents, Thomas and Ceclia Hawkins Frye; and great-granddaughter, 
Chloe Mckenzie Sullivan.

She was a member of Jesus is Lord Evangelistic Ministries Church in Gretna. Her 
hobbies included cooking and volunteering at the community center.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Jesus is Lord 
Evangelist Ministry Church with a religious service to follow. Burial will be at 
Zion Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Thibodaux.

Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 22, 2009

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Edison Arthur "Pops" Singleton Sr., 68, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and 
a resident of Houma, La., died Thursday, Oct. 15.

He is survived by the mother of his children, Rosetta S. Brown; three daughters, 
Suzanne Singleton of College Park, Ga., Lavechia Singleton of Decatur, Ga., and 
Sochile Harris of Houma; one son, Ralph Singleton of Houma; 13 grandchildren; 12 
great-grandchildren; eight sisters, Clacy Stevenson and husband Neal of New 
Orleans, La., Alma White, Emma Neville, Dorothy Jackson and husband Albert, Ida 
Nelson and husband Richard, Barbara Singleton of Houma, La., Bertha Riley and 
husband Rev. Issac Riley of Dularge, La., and Rosalie Thurman and husband Dave 
of Houston, Texas; two brothers, Wolner Singleton and wife Audrey of 
Donaldsonville, La., and George Singleton and wife Vera of Dularge; one aunt, 
Elouise Nelson; and one uncle, Samuel Harvey.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alma and Alvin Singleton; three sons, 
Kenny Sr., Harold and Edison Singleton Jr.; one grandson, Kenneth Randolph Jr.; 
two brothers, Edward and Alvin Singleton; and three sisters, Inez Verrett, 
Wilhelmina Smith and Alice Lewis.

Visitation will be 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Community Funeral Home. 
The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the funeral home 
with burial at Southdown Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Thursday, October 22, 2009

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Effie Doucet Vicknair, 68, a native of Abbeville, La., and a resident of 
Berwick, La., passed away at Teche Regional Medical Center Tuesday, Oct. 20, 
with her loving family by her side.

Effie is survived by her husband, Prosser J. Vicknair of Berwick; two sons, 
David J. Vicknair and wife Twyla "T" of Berwick, and Brain Vicknair of Baton 
Rouge, La.; one daughter, Vickie Broussard and husband Glenn of Bayou Vista, 
La.; one brother, Durphy Doucet and wife Brenda of Butler, Ala.; one sister, 
Beverly Breaux and husband Ronald of Broussard, La.; four grandchildren; and 
five great-grandchildren.

Effie was preceded in death by her parents, Whitney Doucet and Gladys Doucet 
Prestwood of Abbeville.

Effie was a loving and devoted wife and mother to her family. She loved rooting 
and watching LSU and the Saints play football. She enjoyed playing games and 
keeping in touch with her friends on the computer, listening to good music, 
eating at China King and most of all just spending time with her children and 
grandchildren which brought her a lifetime of joy.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Twin City Funeral Home 
and 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. at the church. Effie will be laid to rest at 
Morgan City Cemetery.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

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Clovis Bergeron, 81, a native of Carencro, La., and a resident of Morgan City, 
La., died Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 3:35 a.m.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Ethel D. Bergeron of Morgan City; 
five sons, Norman Bergeron of St. Augustine, Fla., Ronald Bergeron of Fernadina, 
Fla., Wayne Brigette and Ralph Brook both, of Patterson, La., and Clovis 
Bergeron of Houston, Texas; eight daughters, Julia Barard of Scott, La., Mary 
Bergeron, Linda Bergeron, Rox Ann Bergeon, Johnell Bergeron and Gail Granger, 
all of Morgan City, and Reatha Hilliard and Patricia Hall, both of Patterson; 
one brother, Gervis Bergeron of Houston; one sister, Beatrice Bergeron of 
Opelousas, La.; 25 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and one godchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, two brothers, two 
daughters and one son.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Morgan City 
Cemetery (St. Anthony).

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

Roland "Coach" Boudreaux

Roland "Coach" Boudreaux, 75, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, La., died 
Wednesday, Oct. 21.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Betty Hebert Boudreaux; one son, Dirk 
Boudreaux and wife Deandra Terrebonne; one daughter, Melanie B. Charpentier and 
husband Robert; and six grandchildren, Casey Boudreaux, Carly Boudreaux, Rustie 
Charpentier, Luke Charpentier, Colby Boudreaux and Jake Charpentier.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Volney and Justillia St. Pierre 
Boudreaux; and one brother, Luke Jake Boudreaux.

The old coach finally hung up his whistle after battling congestive heart 
failure for the past 13 months. Except for a brief period in the U.S. Army, he 
lived his entire life in Golden Meadow. He was an outstanding athlete in both 
football and basketball, and played in the state all-star game in basketball 
after his senior season. He graduated from South Louisiana Institute, where he 
was a two year letterman in baseball. He began his teaching career in 1956 at 
Golden Meadow High School. In 1963, he was the head coach at the class "A" 
runner up baseball team. When South Lafourche High School opened in 1966, he 
joined the faculty at the new school. He taught Physical Education in addition 
to coaching football, basketball and baseball during his tenure. He was an 
assistant coach on the school's two football state championship teams in 1971 
and 1977. During this time, he and his family spent their summers at the 
University of Mississippi, where he received his Masters Degree in Education in 
1969. He retired for the first time in 1980 and joined Bo-Truc in their 
operations area. In 1986, he re-entered the teaching profession as an Elementary 
Physical Education Instructor at the Grand Isle School. He taught there for 13 
years and was twice recognized as teacher of the year. In total, he spent 38 
years as a coach and educator. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and 
fishing throughout his life. His later years were spent enjoying his 
grandchildren and following their sporting activities. Throughout his coaching 
career, he made many friends who remained his friends for life. He was Catholic 
and a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Golden Meadow.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at the 
church cemetery.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

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Wilda Mae Brown, 80, a native of Opelousas, La., and a resident of Houma, La., 
died Saturday, Oct. 17.

She is survived by one son, Ivy Brown of Houma; six daughters, Linda Brown, 
Barbara Brown, Norma Brown, Judy Brown-Poindexter, Mona Murphy-Leslie and 
husband David, and Margaret Murphy-Lawson and husband Steve, all of Houma; one 
brother, Andrew Gallien of Lake Charles, La.; one sister, Julia Gallien-Lavergne 
of Lawtell; 19 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clemetine and Jack Gallien Sr.; one 
daughter, Clemetine Brown; four brothers, Sydney Gallien, Simon Gallien, Simon 
J. Gallien and Jack Gallien Jr.; and three sisters, Edna M. Gallien-Garrett, 
Mary Gallien and Odelia Gallien-Guillory.

She was Catholic and a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales.

Visitation will be 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at St. Francis de 
Sales Catholic Church with the funeral service to follow. Burial will at St. 
Francis de Sales # 2 Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

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Curvin "Nicky" Castle Jr., 66, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a 
resident of Houma, La., died Friday, Oct. 16.

He is survived by his wife, Gaynell Bolden Castle; two sons, Ricky Castle of 
Houma and Tristen Harris; three daughters, Gwendolyn Castle (Troy), Yolanda 
Castle and Gilda Castle (Steve), all of Houma; four brothers, Louis Castle 
(Willie Mae) and Joseph Castle (Doris Williams) of Houma, William Castle 
(Musette) of Pittsford, N.Y., and Donald (Cynthia) Castle of Fayetteville, N.C.; 
five sisters, Josie Mae Austin, Carolyn Carter (Carlus), Rosalyn Castle, Clara 
Barbarin (Albert), all of Houma, and Paulette Castle Lay of Hahnville, La.; 12 
grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Curvin and Riffie Champagne Castle; one 
brother, Isaac Castle Sr.; devoted friend, Arnolia Porter; and grandparents, 
William and Clara Castle and Beatrice Theriot and Henry Champagne.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Community Funeral Home. 
The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at St. Lucy Catholic 
Church. Burial will be at Southdown Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

Jackie Jenkins Johnson

Jackie Jenkins Johnson, 60, a native and resident of Franklin, La., died 
Thursday, Oct. 15, at 9:45 a.m.

She leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Harry Johnson of Franklin; two 
daughters, Mrs. William (Tammy) Gray of Franklin, and Mrs. Mac Neary (Tiffany) 
Siner of Dallas, Texas; four brothers, Robert (Fran) Jenkins of Franklin, Ricky 
(Debbie) Jenkins of Tuscaloosa, Ala., Myron (Evelyn) Jenkins of Kentucky, and 
Leonard (Martha) Foster of Atlanta, Ga.; two sisters, Robertine Hammonds of 
Monroe, La., and Mrs. Daryl (Penny) Bennett of Franklin; and six grandchildren.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Lighthouse Missionary 
Baptist Church in Franklin with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at 
Franklin Cemetery.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

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Mrs. Audrey Lou Simmons Picou, 72, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a 
resident of Houma, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 10:53 p.m.

She is survived by her husband, Isaac Picou; one daughter, Sylvia Picou Burleson 
and husband Michael; two sons, Isaac Antonio Picou and wife Tangela, and Malcolm 
Picou; five brothers, Kermit Simmons Jr. and wife Annie, William Simmons and 
wife Claudia, John Simmons and wife Geraldine, Alvin Simmons and wife Linda, and 
Charles Simmons and wife Lois; three sisters, Aldine Navy, Irma Williams and 
Barbara Lewis and husband Henry; and seven grandchildren, Ashley Thompson, 
Marhiya Bingham, Jonathan Thompson, Darin Picou, Karley Picou, Devin Picou and 
Briauna Spears.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Kermit Simmons Sr. and Leola 
Goings Simmons; and grandparents, Fields and Milie Simmons, and Horace and 
Minnie Goings.

She was a member of Howard Third Zion Travelers Baptist Church. She was a 
retired teacher of 33 years with the Terrebonne Parish School System.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at Community Funeral Home. 
The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Howard Third Zion 
Travelers Baptist Church with burial at Crozier Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

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Michael Joseph Rivet, 41, a native of Gheens, La., and a resident of Houma, La., 
died Wednesday, Oct. 21.

He is survived by his wife, Dorita Adams Rivet; two sons, Michael and Joshua 
Guidry; two brothers, Bruce and Lynnwood Rivet; and four sisters, Jean 
Blanchard, Kathleen Gravois, Patsy Bauier and Judy Adams.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sylvester J. Rivet and Ethel V. Rivet; 
one brother, Charles Rivet; one sister, Linda Rivet; and grandparents, Felica 
Tastet and Alexander Rivet, Taylor Verret and Marie Billiot.

He was Catholic.

In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to T.C.F.H.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at St. Hilary Poitiers 
Church in Raceland, La., with a memorial service to follow.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

Kenneth "Kenny" Theriot Jr.

Kenneth "Kenny" Theriot, Jr., 35, a native and resident of Houma, La., died 
Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 11:45 a.m.

He is survived by his mother, Bonnie Toups Craft; father, Jerry Craft Sr.; one 
son, Gage Theriot; one daughter, Destiny Theriot; one sister, Amber Craft; two 
brothers, Timmy and Chad Craft; and grandmothers, Lucy St. Romaine and Trecia 
Ballard.

He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Ernest St. Romaine and Leslie 
Craft.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at Samart Funeral Home in 
Houma with a religious service to follow. Burial will be at Pine Grove Cemetery 
in Picayune, Miss.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

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Guelda "Boots" Thomas, a native of Ardmore, Okla., and a resident of Berwick, 
La., died Wednesday, Oct. 21, at Teche Regional Medical Center.

"Boots" is survived by her husband, James O. "J. O." Thomas; four daughters, 
Tammie Mayon and husband "Tim" of Berwick, Janice Fabre and husband Everett of 
Bayou Vista, La., Renee Judice and husband Ricky of Loreauville, and Nelda 
Guidry and husband "Eddie" of Patterson, La.; 10 grandchildren, Jonathan Mayon, 
Jennifer Mayon Hawthorne, Brandon and Garret Daigle, Jason, Mark, Ryan and 
Nathan Judice, Shelly Mayon and "P. J." Bailey; one brother, Joe Turman and wife 
Faye of Tallequah, Okla.; and one sister, Frankie Benton of Van Alstyne, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Donald and Gae Marshall 
Turman; one brother, Don Turman; and one grandchild, Kimberly Mayon.

"Boots" as she was affectionately known, lived life to the fullest and loved to 
make other people happy. Her green thumb kept her happy while growing plants for 
herself and for others. She was also an excellent cook and baker as all of her 
family and friends looked forward to her cookies and cakes. Her miniature tea 
cup collection is second to none and so are her poems that she composed and 
passed on to the person about whom she wrote. She enjoyed camping and traveling 
at a younger age and one her most recent joys was to go shopping and eat out. 
She also enjoyed music in the easy listening soft rock style.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, and 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Saturday, Oct. 24, at Twin City Funeral Home. The funeral service conducted by 
Rev. Jarrod Hawthorne and assisted by Rev. Marty Harden will be at 11 a.m. 
Saturday at the funeral home.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

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Clayton Peter Trahan, 71, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Friday, Oct. 
23, at 12:15 a.m.

He is survived by his wife, Jeannette LeBouef Trahan of Houma; one son, Thomas 
P. Trahan and wife Gina of Houma; three daughters, Jada Verret and husband Lynn 
of Spring, Texas, Judy Bourg and husband Marty of Houma, and Dian Pellegrin and 
husband Wesley of Houma; two brothers, Albert Trahan and wife Carol Ann of 
Houma, and Harvey Trahan Jr. and wife Genny of Houma; one sister, Elvira Cadiere 
of Houma; and seven grandchildren, Ryan Trahan, Tyler Trahan, Amanda Verret, 
Jacob Bourg, Camron Bourg, Jack Pellegrin and Max Pellegrin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey Trahan Sr. and wife Alberta 
Babin Trahan; one brother, Gerald Trahan; and one sister, Yvette T. Gambarella.

He was Catholic and a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He was a 
veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a retired fuel dock manager for Cenac Towing.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Chauvin Funeral Home and 
9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with burial at Holy 
Rosary Cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements
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Posted Friday, October 23, 2009

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Huey "Punkin" White Sr., 34, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a resident 
of Houma, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 20.

He is survived by his wife, Ieshia T. White; father, Huey P. Lyons; one son, 
Huey Falon White Jr.; three daughters, India Bowens, Paulena Hueyiana and 
Titean'a White; one sister, Cathy Percy of Houma; and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Pauline White Lyons; and grandparent, 
Dorothy Lyons.

He was Baptist and a member of New Zion Baptist Church. He was employed by 
F.A.S.Trucking Company.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Community Funeral Home 
and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at New Zion Baptist Church. The funeral 
service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with burial at Deweyville 
Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 26, 2009

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Allen Joseph Dupre Sr., 82, a native of Pointe-Aux-Chenes, La., and a resident 
of Amelia, La., died Friday, Oct. 23, at 3:15 p.m.

He is survived by his wife, Rita Duplantis Dupre; three sons, Rachael Morris 
Dupre and wife Waldine, Allen Joseph Dupre Jr. and Kelly Anthony Dupre Sr. and 
wife Susan; five daughters, Andrea Dupre Baum and husband Vic, Christine Ann 
Dupre and husband Evans, Valina Dupre Blanchard and husband Stewart, Mona Dupre 
Carpenter and husband Sean, and Leslie Dupre Hanson and husband Richard; 88 
grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; three 
brothers, Marquis Dupre, Willard Naquin and Alvin Naquin; and three sisters, 
Julia "T-Lou" Adams, Dora Lee Authement and Marie Hunt

He was preceded in death by his parents, Morris Joseph Dupre and Felicia Dupre 
Dupre; one brother, Murphy Dupre; and numerous step-brothers and step-sisters.

He was a propeller shop foreman and a retired boat captain. He was Catholic and 
a parishioner of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Amelia where he was a Eucharistic 
Minister and Lector. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was an 
active member of the VFW in Dulac, La. He enjoyed dancing and spending time with 
his family.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at Chauvin Funeral Home, 8 
a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at St. Andrews Catholic Church, and 12 p.m. to 
2 p.m. Tuesday at Holy Family Catholic Church. Mass of Christian burial will be 
at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Holy Family Catholic Church with burial at the church 
cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements. 
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Posted Monday, October 26, 2009

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Dianna Williams Jones, 55, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a resident of 
Houma, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 20.

She is survived by her former husband, Freddie Louis Jones; father, Lester 
Williams Sr.; one son, Brandon Keith Jones; one daughter, Delilah Dantrell 
Jones; one brother, Lewis Williams; and seven sisters, Patricia Lewis of Palm 
Springs, Calif., Lois Williams of Houma, Bernadette Thomas and husband Stanley 
of Baton Rouge, La., Joann Williams of Houma, Janice Williams of Lithia Springs, 
Ga., and Jennifer Williams and Tammy Coleman, both of Houma.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Rosia Lee Riley Williams; one brother, 
Lester Williams Jr.; and grandparents, Thomas and Julia Broglin Riley, and 
Leonard and Pearly Williams.

She was Baptist and a member of Christ Baptist Church. She was employed by 
Walmart as an associate.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at Community Funeral Home. 
The funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Community Funeral 
Home with burial at New Zion Baptist Church Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 26, 2009

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Helen Hebert Marcel, 80, a native and resident of Bayou Blue, La., died Friday, 
Oct. 23.

She is survived by two sons, Michael Marcel and Russell Marcel; one daughter, 
Linda M. Degruise; two brothers, Wayne Hebert and Charles Hebert; two sisters, 
Imelda Lirette, Norita "Chee Chee" Quatrevingt; seven grandchildren; and eight 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Justilia Hotard Hebert; and 
one brother, Bryan Hebert.

She was a parishioner of St. Louis Church. She loved to play bingo.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at St. Louis Church 
with a religious service to follow. Burial will be at the church cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 26, 2009

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Forest Joseph Rousse Sr., 81, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, La., died 
Friday, Oct. 23, at 11:21 a.m.

He is survived by his wife, Elmire Cheramie Rousse; one brother, Harris Rousse; 
one sister, Pauline Eymard; one daughter-in-law, Jane Rousse; seven 
grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Rousse Sr. and Odile Guidry 
Rousse; two sons, Forest Rousse Jr. and Danny Rousse; two brothers, Paul Rousse 
Jr. and Webb Rousse; and three sisters, Aline Cheramie, Earline Cheramie and 
Alice Rousse.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Falgout Funeral Home in 
Galliano, La., with a religious service to follow. Burial will be at Cheramie 
Cemetery in Golden Meadow.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Monday, October 26, 2009

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Linda Thibodaux, 60, a native of Tangerine, Fla., and a resident of Thibodaux, 
La., died Friday, Oct. 23, at 8 a.m.

She is survived by her husband, Dale Thibodaux; three sons, Eric and wife Jenny, 
Tommy and wife Melissa, and Jason and wife Tabetha; one daughter, Angie Pitre 
and husband Tommy; and eight grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Julian McCall and Edna Rich; one 
brother, Jimmy McCall; and one grandchild.

The family would like to thank St. Joseph Hospice and Dr. J. Ellis.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at Landry's Funeral Home 
in Thibodaux with mass to follow at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Burial 
will be at the church cemetery.

Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Nelson Joseph Lirette

Mr. Nelson Joseph Lirette, 68, a native and resident of Chauvin, La., died 
Monday, Oct. 26, at 9:45 a.m.

He is survived by his father, Conrad Lirette Sr.; sons, Wayne (Ramona) and Ray 
(Cheryl) Lirette; brothers, Conrad "T-Day" Jr., Thomas and Stephen Lirette; 
sister, Winona Guidry; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Pinell Lirette; and mother, Winona 
Thibodeaux Lirette.

Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at St. Joseph 
Catholic Church in Chauvin with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will 
be at the church cemetery.

Samart Funeral Home in Houma, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Thomas P. Theriot

Mr. Thomas P. Theriot, 49, a native and resident of Larose, La., died Monday, 
Oct. 26, at 4:42 p.m.

He is survived by his parents, Donald Sr. and Juanita Theriot; son, Cody 
Theriot; brothers, Michael, Donald Jr., Steven, John, Jody, Scott and Jerome 
Theriot; sister, Ann Luent; and grandchild, Logan Ledet.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Timmy Theriot.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Holy Rosary 
Catholic Church in Larose with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will 
be at the church cemetery.

Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Wednesday, October 28, 2009

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Ms. Ida Marie Delaune Buquet, 76, a native of Labadieville, La., and a resident 
of Houma, La., died Tuesday, Oct. 27.

She is survived by her sons, Jerry (Alice) Buquet and Kenneth (Tammy) Buquet 
Sr.; daughters, Ida Ann (Jose') Ventura and Susan (Justilian) Pellegrin; and 
nine grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Louis Buquet Sr.; mother, 
Lillian Delaune; son, Harry Buquet Jr.; and two granddaughters.

Visitation will be 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at Chauvin Funeral Home 
and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Mass of 
Christian burial will be at 3 p.m. Friday at the church with burial at Garden of 
Memories Cemetery in Gray, La.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Wednesday, October 28, 2009

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Mr. Benjamin Theriot Sr., 76, a native of Terrebonne Parish, La., and a resident 
of Houma, La., died Thursday, Oct. 22.

He is survived by his sons, Benjamin Jr., Raynell, Corie and Robert (Judy) 
Theriot; daughters, Cynthia (Donald) Billizon, Sandra Cooper, Nedra, Cheri and 
Omeika Theriot, Darlene (Kevin) Harris and Marion (Zandi) Ghanore; sister, Sadie 
(Burnell) Dorsey; 33 grandchildren: 29 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred S. Theriot; parents, James and 
Sadie Matthews Theriot; son, Michael L. Theriot; daughters, Hilda T. Lewis, 
Darlene Theriot and Baby Theriot; brothers, James P. and Oliver Theriot; sister, 
Eleanor T. Ashbey; and grandparents, Joseph and Priscilla Cooks Matthews.

He was Baptist and a welder.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Community Funeral 
Home and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at Residence Baptist Church. The 
funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial at Union 
Benevolent Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

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Ms. Geraldine Acosta, 63, a native of Morgan City, La., and a resident of 
Gibson, La., died Tuesday, Oct.27, at 9:50 p.m.

She is survived by her sons, Johnney Jr. (Kim) and Shane (Shelly) Acosta; 
daughter, Becky (Kirt) Templet; mother, Thelma Hebert; brother, Hillary Hebert; 
sisters, Diana Guillory and Stella Castile; and nine grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnney Acosta Sr.; and father, Milton 
Hebert Sr.

She was truly a giving and unselfish person who donated her time and gave of 
herself freely to all in need. She was a kid at heart from riding seadoo's to 
riding four wheelers. She also loved to swim, fish and boat ride and would even 
make a bed a great trampoline. She was a fun loving lady and very humorous. 
Whatever came her way she faced it with a smile and made the best out of every 
situation. Geraldine was a remarkable person who will be forever remembered by 
all.

Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, Oct. 30 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 
with burial at Morgan City Cemetery

Hargrave Funeral Home in Morgan City is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

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Ms. Laura Mae Clement Adams, 77, a native and resident of Thibodaux, La., died 
Monday, Oct. 26.

She is survived by her son, Michael (Eve Parr) Adams; daughter, Sheila (Edmond) 
Guillot; brother, Daniel Clement; six grandchildren; and three great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Laura Adams; and parents, Joseph and 
Cecile Dufour Clement.

She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and friend who gave of herself 
willingly to anyone who came in her contact. She was faithful to her church, 
Christ the Redeemer, and always helped her neighbors in times of need. She was a 
member of the Christmas toy drive for many years and helped at her church with 
the bingo social for the elderly. She was an avid reader and walker and loved 
taking bus trips with her friends. She will greatly be missed by her family and 
friends.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at Christ the Redeemer 
Church in Thibodaux with mass to follow. Burial will be at St. John the 
Evangelist Cemetery in Thibodaux.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

Jeanne Marie Babin

Ms. Jeanne Marie Babin, 82, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Wednesday, 
Oct. 28, at 3:13 p.m.

She is survived by her son, Patrick (Dawn) Babin; daughter, Jane (David) 
Ohlmeyer; brother, Albert "Curly" (Jane) Hebert; four grandchildren; and three 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Patrick Babin; parents, Eris 
Hebert Sr. and Eunice Dumesnil; and brothers, Harold and Eris "Sunny" Hebert Jr.

She was Catholic and a parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at Chauvin Funeral Home 
with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at St. Francis de Sales 
Cemetery #2.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

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Mr. Leo Credeur, 84, a native of Rayne, La., and a resident of Schriever, La., 
died Wednesday, Oct. 28.

He is survived by his wife, Agnes Junot Credeur; son, Karl Credeur; daughters, 
Patricia (Villy) Kjedldsen, Melissa (Wayne) Naquin and Melanie (Ronnie) Antill; 
17 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fernest Credeur and Alice Lebert 
Mergist; daughter, Myra Credeur; brothers, Ellis, Oday and Claismey; and 
sisters, Alice and Elise.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at Thibodaux Funeral Home's 
Chapel. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
in Rayne with burial at the church cemetery.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

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Ms. Masie Robicheaux Dupre, 85, a native and resident of Houma, La., died 
Monday, Oct. 26, at 9:25 a.m.

She is survived by her daughter, Faith Mays; sister, Myrtis Duplantis; two 
grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland Dupre; parents, Price and Allie 
Robicheaux; brothers, Merlin and Howard Robicheaux; and sister, Mandy 
Lapeyrouse.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at Samart Funeral Home in 
Bayou Blue, La., with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Garden of 
Memories Cemetery in Gray, La.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

Brian Fair

Mr. Brian Fair, 28, a native of Metter, Ga., and a resident of Morgan City, La., 
died Thursday, Oct. 22.

He is survived by his father, Ulysses Fair; mother, Barbara Mincey; son, Jayden 
Lee Fair; brothers, Terance C. Mobley, Chris Fair and Terrell Brewton; sisters, 
Natarsha Mincey and Samantha Mincey-Ruffin.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church 
with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Morgan City Cemetery.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

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Mrs. Barbara Ann Waguespack Grabert, 62, a native of Port Sulphur, La., and a 
resident of Thibodaux, La., died Wednesday, Oct. 28.

She is survived by her husband, Euclid J. Grabert Jr.; parents, Richard and 
Edwina Rita Guidry Waguespack; sons, Johnny (Julie) Grabert and James (Katia) 
Grabert; brother, Robert Waguespack; and four grandchildren.

She was a LPN for 37 years and a dedicated U.S. Army wife of 27 years. She was a 
devoted mother, grandmother and a loyal friend to all she met. She was free 
spirited, loved to travel and loved yellow flowers.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and 
to cancer research.

Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at St. Genevieve Catholic 
Church in Thibodaux with mass to follow. Burial will be at St. Charles Borromeo 
Cemetery in Thibodaux.

Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

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Infant Pauletta Anastasia Langs, a native of Ascension Parish, La., and a 
resident of Donaldsonville, La., died Friday, Oct. 23.

She is survived by her parents, Tawanda Vincent and Willie Langs; brothers, 
Tyron, Richard, Jerimaih and Willie Langs Jr.; and sisters, Araminta Lovincy and 
Azari Langs.

She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Lawrence Hayes Sr.; and uncle, 
Michael Vincent.

A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2, at St. James Baptist 
Church Cemetery in Gibson, La.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

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Ms. May Foolkes LeBoeuf, 85, a native and resident of Houma, La., died Thursday, 
Oct. 29 at 7:15 a.m.

She is survived by her sister, Helena Word; sons, Roy (Renee') Jr. and Mike 
(Judy) LeBoeuf; daughter, Martha (Cliff) Giroir; six grandchildren; and seven 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edmond and Blanche Foolkes; sisters, 
Blanche Herron and Marie Hamilton; and brother, John Foolkes.

She enjoyed life with her family, fishing, hunting and baseball. She was one of 
the founders of T.A.R.C., a member of the Krewe of Hyacinthians and was a 
Eucharistic Minister of Terrebonne Parish.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to her devoted care givers, 
Marie Pierre, Joanne Sims, Brenda Daggs, Hattie Nixon, Sonya Jarreaux and many 
others that took such good care of her. She will be greatly missed by all.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to T.A.R.C., #1 McCord Road, Houma, 
Louisiana, 70363.

Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31at St. Francis de Sales 
Cathedral with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at St. Francis 
de Sales Cemetery #1.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

Darwin Perrer					Picture

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Mr. Darwin Perrer, 53, a native of Paradis, La., and a resident of Raceland, 
La., died Sunday, Oct. 25.

He is survived by his parents, Cleveland Perrer Jr. and Marian Dufrene Clem; 
sons, Joseph Elsass and Chandler Perrer; and sisters, Julie Beideman and Rosalyn 
Bourgeois.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at First Union 
Presbyterian Church in Luling, La. with a memorial service to follow.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

David Craig Saucier					Picture

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Mr. David Craig Saucier, 57, a native of Bunkie, La., and a resident of Houma, 
La., died Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 5 a.m.

He is survived by his parents, D.R. and Patsy Descant Saucier; daughter, Sophie 
Saucier; brothers, Ken, Lynn, Bryan and Patrick Saucier; and sister, Suzanne S. 
Roy.

He was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at Falgout Funeral Home's 
Chapel with the funeral service to follow. Burial will be at Garden of Memories 
in Gray, La.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

Herman P. Savoie					Picture

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Mr. Herman P. Savoie, 74, a native of Larose, La., and a resident of Cut Off, 
La., died Wednesday, Oct. 28.

He is survived by his wife, Madeline Estay Savoie; son, Mitch Savoie; daughter, 
Pauline (Kurt) Melancon; sister, Velma Arceneaux; and grandchild, Maranatha 
Savoie.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Pauline Richoux Savoie; 
brothers, Luke, Rene, Maurice, Sylvester, Nolan and Milton Savoie; and sisters, 
Lou Mobley, Della Krohm and Doris Boudreaux.

He was a U.S. Army veteran and a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 
Cut Off.

Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Burial will be at Holy 
Rosary Cemetery in Larose, La.

Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano, La., is in charge of the arrangements.

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Posted Friday, October 30, 2009

Albert Joseph Skipper				Picture

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Mr. Albert Joseph Skipper, 92, a native of Labadieville, La., and a resident of 
Morgan City, La., died Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 11:58 a.m.

He is survived by his brother, Jimmy Skipper; two stepsons, Jesse (Janis) Jones 
Jr. and Leroy (Hazel) Jones; companion, Iona Ruffin; and a host of grandchildren 
and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister; two brothers; one 
stepbrother; and one stepson.

He was a member of the Deacon Alliance Board, the Louisiana Southern Baptist 
Association, the Elks, the Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church Men's Ministry, a honorary 
member of the New Adonis Auxiliary and a World War II Army veteran.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist 
Church with burial at Morgan City Mausoleum. The East St. Mary Veteran Funeral 
Squad will perform a graveside service.

Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Ms. Raquel Marie Thomas, 23, a native of Raceland, La., and a resident of 
Thibodaux, La., died Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 11:55 a.m.

She is survived by her fiance, Jordon Cheatham; parents, Felicia Thomas and 
Freddie Diaz; daughter, Semaria Cheatham; sister, Shelly Thomas; and brothers, 
Danderay and Freddie Thomas.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Vera and Harold Thomas and Earl 
Young Sr. and Elizabeth Burrows.

She was a member of Allen Chapel AME Church.

A religious service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 at Allen Chapel AME 
Church with burial at the church cemetery.

Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of the arrangements.

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Ms. Ella Ruth Sennette Trosclair, 84, a native and resident of Houma, La., died 
Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 3 a.m.

She is survived by her sons, Joseph Jr. and Richard Trosclair; daughter, Mary 
Ellen Trosclair Renfro; sister, Vergis Mae Sennette Bella; 14 grandchildren; 42 
great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph E. Trosclair Sr.; parents, 
Albert and Helen Evangelist Sennette; sons, Albert and Douglas Trosclair; 
daughter, Betty Marie Slaughter; and brothers, Alvin Sr. and Douglas Sennette.

She was Catholic and a parishioner Holy Family Catholic Church. She was a 
homemaker who enjoyed cooking, shopping and playing cards. She was always 
helping others.

Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at Chauvin Funeral Home 
and 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at Holy Family Catholic Church. Mass 
of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial at the 
church cemetery.

Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of the arrangements. 
http://www.chauvinfuneralhome.com/

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