Obituaries for DECEMBER 2010; Terrebonne and Lafourche Parishes, La. Submitted by Louis Lavedan Last modified: 1 January 2011 Source: The Daily Comet, Lafourche Parish, La. ======================================================================= Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgenweb.org/volunteers/copyright.shtml ======================================================================= NOTE: If a Photo is available for an obituary record, a reference note will be included with the record. ============================================================================== Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 BOURGEOIS, CLIFTON, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Clifton Alexander Bourgeois Sr., 90, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Co- Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Clifton A. Bourgeois Jr. and Mark T. Bourgeois; two daughters, Mary B. Clement and husband, Drew, and Sara B. Daigle and husband, Matt; one sister, Marian B. Charitat; and six grandchildren, Mary Frances Clement, Tricia Clement Petrella and husband, Chase, Matthew Clement, Alexis Bourgeois, Jacques Bourgeois and Victoria Bourgeois. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Frances "Mamie" Beary Bourgeois; one son, John Van Bourgeois; his parents, Zenon Leon Bourgeois and Henrietta Leonard Bourgeois; two brothers, Thierry Bourgeois and Zenon Bourgeois Jr.; and two sisters, Loretta B. Stagg and Roma B. Begue. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served World War II. A special thanks to all the staff at Journey Hospice and for his special caregivers, James Bergeron, Delores Francis and Charlotte Renfro. Also, thanks to his wonderful nurses, Grace Gauthrie and Felecia Johnson. In lieu of flowers, mass or donations can be sent to St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in memory of Clifton A. Bourgeois Sr. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 BRUNET, RODNEY JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rodney Paul Brunet Jr., 35, a native of Dulac and a resident of Kerrville, Texas, died of cancer on Monday, Nov. 29, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Kerrville Funeral Home. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Calvary Temple Church, with burial in Center Point Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Porras Brunet; his father, Rodney Brunet Sr. and wife, Eve; his mother, Beverly Cantrelle Brunet; one son, Dillon Brunet; two daughters, Jaci Brunet and Chloe Brunet; two stepbrothers, Anthony Heinen and wife, Pricilla, and Christopher Sherman; one sister, Karen Moore and husband, Danny; three nephews; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by one sister, Dawn Marie Brunet; three uncles, Nolan Cantrelle Jr., Daniel Brunet and Ira Brunet Jr.; and his grandparents, Ira Brunet Sr. and Marguerite Buquet Chatagnier, and Nolan Cantrelle Sr. and Della Perrin Cantrelle. He was Christian and a welder/cook. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to Rodney Brunet Jr. Memorial Fund at any JPMorgan Chase Bank. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 BUTCHER, LUCY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lucy Valerie Blanchard Butcher, 91, a native of Napoleonville and a resident of Houma, died at 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010. No services will be held. She is survived by three sons, Barry Butcher and wife, Carolyn, Barney Butcher and wife, Dot, and Kip Butcher and wife, Diane; one brother, Maxine "M.J." Blanchard; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great- grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ruffin Jospeh Butcher Jr.; her parents, Maxine and Manette Bourg Blanchard; and four sisters, Hazel Cureol, Pansy Daigle, Emma Barrios and Edna Autin. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 CLEMENT, JIMMY, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jimmy "Pookie" Wayne Clement Jr., 36, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Nov. 25, 2010. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to funeral time Thursday at First Presbyterian Church in Thibodaux. Religious service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the church, with burial at a later date. vHe is survived by his mother, Virginia Duroche Adams, and stepfather, Earl Adams Sr.; one son, Alex Hunter Moran; one daughter, Shyanne Alexandra Moran; four brothers, Adam Clement, Earl Adams Jr., Brooks Adams and Cody James Adams; and one sister, Delta Adams. He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Wayne Clement Sr. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 GAUTREAUX, SYLVESTER, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sylvester Etienne Gautreaux Jr., 85, entered into eternal life on Friday evening, Nov, 26, 2010. A family gathering to honor Syl is being planned for December in Oklahoma City. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Helen; and their seven children, son Donald and wife, Alyson, of Watson and children, Christy, Natalie and Benjamin; daughter, Mary Helen Gautreaux of Aurora, Colo.; daughter, Kathryn Thompson and husband, Gerald, of Oklahoma City and children, Angela, Candice and Mark; daughter, Lynn Baca of Gainesville, Fla. and son, Andrew; son, Mark and wife, Jerry, of Oklahoma City and children, Nathan, Nic, Zeb and Josh; son, Andrew, and wife, Sally, of Prairieville and children, Jeremy, Nicole, Kelly, and Matthew; son, Bill, and wife, Christy, of Kansas City, Mo., and children, Adrianna and Estella; 11 great-grandchildren; his sister, Inez Crain and brothers Nolan and Dudley ,all of Lockport. He was preceded in death by his parents; as well as four brothers, Francis, Charles, Edward and Norman. Born in Lockport, July 26, 1925, to Annie Stagni Gautreaux and Sylvester E. Gautreaux Sr., he was the third of eight children. He grew up in Lockport, joined the Navy and served as a medic with the Marines during World War II in the Pacific theater, where he was in the fierce battle on Pelileu Island, then the thrust toward Okinawa on the Japanese mainland where he earned a Purple Heart. He returned home after the war and married Helen Marie Champagne, also of Lockport. A loyal, loving husband and father, he enjoyed fishing, poetry, classical music and western movies. His career spanned 38 years, the first nine years with the U.S. Postal Service. The remainder divided between life insurance sales and ending as sales director of AAA motor club in Oklahoma City. Perpetual light now shines upon him. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 GUARISCO, CARMEN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Carmen Mire Guarisco, 92, a lifelong native and resident of Morgan City, passed away Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010, surrounded by her children and grandchildren whom she dearly loved and cared for. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial to follow in the Morgan City Cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Albert P. Guarisco and wife, Arlette, of Thibodaux, Peter D. Guarisco III of Lafayette, and Gerald M. Guarisco and wife, Judith, of Morgan City; three daughters, Rosalie M. Voisin and husband, Gerald, of Houma, Clair Giordano of Houma, and Carmen Freia of Morgan City; two brothers, Gerald Mire of California, and Donald Mire and wife, Sweetie, of Amelia; three sisters, Nina M. Hildago of Texas, Elaine M. Hillard and husband, Bill, of Texas, and Merle M. Groce of Texas; 15 grandchildren; and 14 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pete D. "Hub Club Pete" Guarisco; her parents, Albert and Angeline St. Clair Mire; one brother, Neal Mire; and three sisters, Doris M. Guzzino, Carolyn M. Goulas and Gladys M. Guarisco. Carmen will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Association at www.alz.org. Twin City Funeral Home of Morgan City has been entrusted with the arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 GUIDROZ, MALCOLM SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== A memorial service for Malcolm E. Guidroz Sr., 89, who died Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 RODRIGUE, ALCEE JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Alcee Peter Rodrigue Jr., 81 of Keystone Heights, Fla., who had a long and full life, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010 at his home. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. William Catholic Church, 275 S.W. Satsuma Street, Keystone Heights, Fla. 352-473-4223. A memorial mass will follow at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with the Rev. Mike Williams officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall immediately after the mass. Interment is to follow at 2:30 p.m. with military honors in Jacksonville National Cemetery, Jacksonville, Fla. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Germaine Rita Ouellette Rodrigue; two sons, Kerry of Vero Beach and Kenny of Ocala; three daughters, Roxie of Loveland, Colo., Danette of Keystone Heights, and Suzette of Keystone Heights; 14 grandchildren, Teresa, Nic, Matthew, Adam, Justin, Bryan, Joel, Nicole, Marc, Garrett, Wyatt, Brent, Colby and Alyssa; one great-grandchild, Madisyn; four brothers, Gaston, Kerman, and Freddie Rodrigue, and Whitney Trosclair of Chackbay, and one sister, Dolly Perque of Chackbay. He was born March 17, 1929 in Chackbay and was proud to be a Cajun. He served in the U.S. Air Force for 21 years. In 1969, after retiring from the Air Force, he moved to Starke, Fla., and was the founding Hospital Administrator of Lake Butler Reception and Medical Center, where he worked for 12 years. He was also an administrator for Dialysis Centers in Lake City, Gainesville and Ocala. Since his retirement in 1998, he enjoyed gardening, being active in the American Legion Post 56 of Starke and being an active part of his family and grandchildren's lives. He will be lovingly remembered and missed by his family and friends. We love you Dad!! Arrangements are under the care of JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME of Keystone Heights, Fla. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 THIBODEAUX, SIDNEY Sidney Denis Thibodeaux, 70, a native of Crowley, born Dec. 4, 1939, and a resident of Dutchtown and former resident of Thibodaux, passed away Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time with a rosary at 9:30 a.m. Friday at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 3625 La. 75 in St. Gabriel. A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with the Rev. Charlie Landry as celebrant. It was his desire to be cremated. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Louise Thibodeaux; daughters and sons- in-law, Jennifer and Randy Shoemaker, Molly and Mark Sanchez, and Wendy and Alan Pesch; sons and daughters-in-law, Col. Jacques and Greta Thibodeaux, and Tim and Aimee Thibodeaux; and a sister and brother-in-law, Glenda and Pat Carriere; and proud grandfather of nine grandchildren, Sarah, Matthew, Alex, Mason, Josh, George, John, William and Catherine. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Effie Abshire Thibodeaux; and a sister, Jane Powers. He received a BA degree from Tulane University and MS and Ph.D. degrees from LSU. He worked at several LSU Agricultural Experiment Stations and taught at Nicholls State University. He was a member of Sigma Xi. He was known for his love of plants, teaching and reading. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital in Memphis or St. Gabriel Catholic Church. Ourso Funeral Home of Gonzales is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 1, 2010 TRUXILLO, SERGIAN, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sergian "Black" "C-Flon" Truxillo Sr., 74, a native of Mathews and a resident of Raceland, died Friday, Nov. 26, 2010. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Mary Church. A memorial service will be held at noon Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Joanne Gervais Truxillo; one son, Sergian Truxillo Jr. and companion, Vicki Falgout; one daughter, Sharon Truxillo and partner Harriet Holland; one brother, Herbert Truxillo Jr.; and one sister, Lois Kilgore. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Vivian St. Pierre Truxillo; one grandchild, Bryan Truxillo; two brothers, Jerry and Dudley Truxillo; and one sister, Ruby Bishop. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 BAUDOIN HUBERT, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Hubert J. Baudoin Jr., 73, a native and resident of Lockport, passed in the early morning of Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, after a long battle with cancer. Hubert has donated his body to studies at the LSU Bureau of Anatomical Service. There will be a private memory service for the family at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Therefore your prayers and spiritual intentions to assist him in fulfilling the journey to his final resting place in heaven will be deeply appreciated. His memory will live on within the hearts and minds of so many. He is survived by his wife, Janice Ledet Baudoin; his brother, Donald J. Baudoin Sr. and wife, Jeanette; three godchildren, Melanie Baudoin O'Gwynn, Brian Scott and Bambi Lynn Rivet; along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert J. Baudoin Sr. and Mae T. Baudoin of Lockport. Hubert was a successful man who had accomplished many goals during his lifetime. He was a graduate of Nicholls State College with a master's in business. His degree brought many challenges in life with long careers with Sealtest Ice Cream, both in Louisiana and Puerto Rico. Later his journeys led him to work for Magnolia Liquor, the Catholic Seminary College, Breaux Petroleum and Southern Guard Service. He was deeply dedicated to his religious faith in God and was active in community organizations. Hubert was also a musician with a lifelong love of the piano and organ. He was a member of a few bands and gracefully played music at his church where the sounds of joyous notes brought warmth to his fellow parishioners. He belonged to Bethel Christian Ministries of Golden Meadow. His wife, Janice, would like to extend her gratitude to their family and friends whom assisted in his time of need. With a special thanks to Alvin and Connie Vedros, and Louis "Buck" and Jan Cheramie. May the angels of the Lord open the pearly gates and before him shall stand his child, his servant and his friend, Hubert. May God accept him with open arms, as this man whom stands before him has come with such devotion of love and faith. After a long faithful journey hereby Hubert's new life shall begin. His memory shall not fade, as one day we will see him again. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 BILLIZON, FREDDIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Freddie R. Billizon, 66, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma; died at 3:25 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 25, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Plymouth Rock Baptist Church in Houma. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the church,with burial in Dewyville Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Faye Billizon; two sons, Fredrick Wayne Billizon of Thibodaux and Jerith A. Lawson of Napoleonville; one daughter, Cassandra Billizon Mallory of North Carolina; five brothers, John Billizon Jr. of Washington, James Billizon of New Orleans, and Nathan, Donald and Ronald Billizon all of Houma; and two grandchildren, Patrica Mallory of North Carolina and Skylar Billizon of Thibodaux. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Billizon Sr. and Velma Billizon; one sister, Mary Eliza Billizon Johnson; and his grandparents, John and Maggie Billizon. He was Baptist. He was employed by Lafourche and St. Mary Parish School Systems and Unocal 76. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 CHAUVIN, LAURA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Laura "Sugar" Chauvin, 87, a native of Houma and a resident of Theriot, died at 7:05 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Eloi Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son, Freddie Chauvin, and wife, Cheryl Domangue Chauvin, of Theriot; one daughter, Linda Chauvin Brunet, and husband, Henry, of Houma; two sisters, Wilma Richard Chauvin and Junius, of New Orleans and Geneviee Richard Chauvin of Houma; eight grandchildren, Kevin Chauvin, Thad Chauvin, Renee' Pitts, Lynee' Ristine, Christian Chauvin, Cindy J. Wilkinson, Michelle Davidson and Mark Voisin; 17 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Frederick Chauvin Sr.; her parents, James Richard and Lena Brunet Richard; two brothers, Edward and Edgar Richard; and four sisters, Felicie Rodgers, Edna Steel, Florence Landry and Beula Richard. She was a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church and employed by Dularge Elementary. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 COLLINS, ANNETTE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Annette W. Collins, 82, a native of Buras and a resident of Galliano, died Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Service will be held at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. She is survived by one son, Farrell Collins, and wife, Kathy; one daughter, Wilhoa C. Thomassie, and husband Harry Jr.; three sisters, Virginia Rizan, Enola Hanson and Henriette Tangalin; four grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesty Collins Jr.; her parents, Edgar and Nola Billiot Williams; one daughter, Jessica Collins; two brothers, Omer Williams and Roy Williams; and one sister, Hilda Naquin. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 GUIDRY, RONDOLPH, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rondolph "Randy" Guidry Sr., 57, a native of Thibodaux, died. Private services will be held. He is survived by four sons; two daughters; one brother; one sister; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cindy Kay Guidry; and his parents, David Guidry and Doris Bergeron Hardy. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 JOHNSON, THERESA Theresa T. Johnson, 60, a native of Thibodaux and a resident of Bluffton, S.C., died Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Fairpark Baptist Church in Monroe. She is survived by her husband, Duwan Johnson; two daughters, Bridgett Monett of Fernandino, Fla., and Carla McManus of Monroe; three brothers, Tommy Thibodaux of Chackbay, Lloyd Thibodaux of Douglasville, Ga., and Nelson Thibodaux of Thibodaux; one sister, Lois Folse, of Houma; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilson Thibodaux and Essie Benoit Thibodaux; and one sister, JoAnn McClain. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 LANDRY, VARINA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Varina Portier Robichaux Landry, 92, slipped away into the loving arms of Our Father in the presence of her loving family on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010 at St. Joseph Carpenter House in Baton Rouge. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd. in Baton Rouge and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 445 Marquette Ave. in Baton Rouge. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, celebrated by the Rev. Myles Walsh. Graveside services will follow at 2 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church Cemetery in Paincourtville. Varina leaves to cherish her memory her devoted and beloved husband of 59 years, Fred T. Landry; her pride and joy son, Fred Landry Jr.; her daughter-in-law, Pamela Landry; one grandson, Joshua Landry; three sisters, Joyce Sciortino, of Cumming, Ga., JoAnne Fanguy and husband, Hugh-Paul, of Houma, and Judy Crochet and husband, Joseph Crochet, of Montegut; two sisters-in-law, Myrtle Muller and Doris Sagers of Metairie; along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Also left behind to relish the many fun times they shared together are dear friends Beverly and "Mo" Morales along with neighbors Lorraine and Pat Blake and Suzanne and Tom Fiske. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Allen Robichaux of Little Calliou, who was tragically killed during the invasion of Normandy in World War II; her parents, Joseph and Lydia Gervais-Portier; two brothers, Hillary Portier and Adrian Portier and wife, Elma; two sisters, Zillah Paolini and husband, Elmer, and Thelma Hymel and husband, George; one brother-in-law, Charles Sciortino; and three nephews, Joseph Crochet Jr., Michael Portier and Daryl Sciortino. Varina was born in Bowie on April 13, 1918, grew up in Bourg and graduated from Terrebonne High School. She moved to New Orleans to work where she met and married Fred T. Landry and raised their son, Freddie. The family relocated to Baton Rouge, where she spent the last 40 gratifying years with her family. Varina was devoted to both her immediate and extended family, spent most of her life as a caregiver and was an excellent cook and homemaker. She loved exchanging recipes with family and friends and sought out perfection in everything she did. She also loved to travel and was blessed enough to do so. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Baton Rouge and a die-hard Saints and LSU Tiger fan. A heart-felt thanks go to her committed caregiver Carole Powell, who spend the last seven years dedicated to her care. Special thanks also go to other caregivers Barbara Harris, Shirley Wilson, Martha Thompson, Lee Smith and doctors and staff at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. Varina's zest for life was contagious till the end, and she will be sorely missed by all those whose lives she touched. Rabenhorst Funeral Home East of Baton Rouge is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 LOVERGNE, JAY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jay Joseph Lovergne, 25, a native and resident of Houma, died at 6:17 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the chapel, with burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 MARTIN, MARIA Maria Josefa Martin, a native of Habana, Cuba, a resident of Miami and recently moved to Houma, died Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Caballero Rivero Woodlawn in Miami. She is survived by two daughters, Ana Martin of Olympia, Wash. and Elia Martin Mears of Houma, her son-in-law, Wayne Mears and three grandchildren, Brian, Michael and Lauren Mears. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Dr. Rey Martin of Miami. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Maria Martin to St. Ann Catholic Church, 4355 La. 24, Bourg, LA 70343. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 RICHARD, RENEE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Renee Clair Richard, 46, a native and resident of Houma, went home to be with the Lord at 4 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at First Baptist Church of Houma. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her loving parents, Dr. Tom and Jerelyn Fitzgerald Richard; her siblings, Lia R. Black and husband, Terry, Allison R. LaCour and husband, Ed, Tom Richard Jr. and wife, Beth, Dale Richard and wife, Kim, and Connie Malbrough; and 14 nieces and nephews who loved her dearly. Renee was born May 11, 1964, and was a 1985 graduate of H.L. Bourgeois High School. Renee's heart's desire was to serve the Lord. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Houma and always found great joy and pleasure in participating in the church music programs. She exhibited great faith in Jesus, was always pleasant and jolly and always prayed for her friends and family. Renee was able to achieve her independence through the generous support and services provided by TARC Adult Services and Lafourche ARC. She enjoyed a busy, fun-filled social life with many of her friends from TARC Express and Bell Choir and Let's Get Together. She was actively involved in Special Olympics throughout her life. She was also an officer and active member of People First. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Terrebonne Association for Retarded Citizens at #1 McCord Road Houma, LA 70361 or Lafourche ARC, 100 W. Main St. Thibodaux, LA 70301. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 ROBERTS, JAMES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== James R. "Jim" Roberts, 68, a native of South Florida and a resident of Raceland, died Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Hilary Knights of Columbus Hall, 4708 La. 1 in Raceland. A memorial service will be held at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the hall. He is survived by his wife, Lina Erwin Roberts; one son, James Roberts Jr.; one brother, Albert Roberts; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert J. and Jean F. Roberts; two brothers, William E. Roberts and Daniel Roberts; and one sister, Mary J. Scott. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 ROBINSON, BENJAMIN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Benjamin "Butch" R. Robinson, 65, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Lucy Catholic Church. Funeral service will be held at noon Saturday at the church, with burial in Deweyville Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Carmen H. Robinson; one son, Eric D. Robinson; two daughters, LeKesha S. Robinson and Robin R. Robinson; four brothers, Alfred Robinson, Jackie Robinson, Lawrence Robinson and Jerome Robinson; and three sisters, Geraldine R. Jones, Murle R. Robinet and Evelyn R. Tellis. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Leontine Robinson; and two brothers, John and Donald Robinson. He was a parishioner of St. Lucy Catholic Church. He was a U. S. Army veteran and retired from Houma/Thibodaux Diocese. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 ROUSSELL, GLADYS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gladys Rogers Roussell, 92, a native of Larose and a resident of Des Allemands, died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Gertrude Catholic in Des Allemands. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by one son, Raymond Roussell; one daughter, Jeanette R. Champagne; two brothers, P.J. Rogers and Roy Rogers; nine grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Roussell Sr.; her parents, Philibert and Edna Gautreaux Rogers; one son, Louis Roussell Jr.; and three brothers, Guy, Clarence and Lawrence Rogers. She was a parishioner of St. Gertrude Catholic Church, a member of the Ladies Altar Society and a eucharistic minister. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 SEELY, SIDNEY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sidney John Allen Seely, 81, a native of New Iberia and a resident of Houma, died at 10:55 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Moon Seely, of Houma; his sons, Michael Allen Seely and wife, Sheila, their children Amanda Seely, Kristi Seely Robert, her husband Stephen, their children Cooper and Carter all of Houma, Patrick John Seely and wife, Diane, of Houma, their children Ashley Seely of Baton Rouge, and Brian Seely and wife, Lindsay, and children Madeleine and Noah of Geismar; his daughters, Susan Seely Faulk and late husband, Byron Faulk, of Broussard, her children Brett Faulk of Houston, and Michelle Faulk LeBlanc and husband, Sammy, and son Joey Bohannon of New Iberia, and Laurie Seely Dugas and husband, Noah "Buba," and their children Jarred, Baylen and Jayden of Prairieville; his daughter-in-law, Jill Seely Bianca, her children Jacob Seely and wife, Erica, and Benjamin Seely and his daughter, Aubree of Houma; and one sister, Myra McDaniel and husband, Harold, of Conway Ark. He was preceded in death by his parents,Sidney John Allen Seely Sr. and Laura Bourgeois Seely; one son, Daniel Bruce Seely; and one great-grandson, Christopher Faulk. He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church, and his last employment was with Washington Manufacturing Company. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 2, 2010 THIBODAUX, ASHLIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ashlie Marie Thibodaux, 16, a native and resident of Larose, died at 3:34 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with cremation to follow. She is survived by her father, Paul A. Thibodaux and wife, Denise Trosclair; her mother, Rachel A. Thibodaux and husband, Scotty Rodriguez; two brothers, Randy Paul Cheramie and Dexter David Danos; three sisters, Sonya and Linda Thibodaux, and Bree Bradford; one nephew, Daemon Danos; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Friday, December 3, 2010 ALLEN, ANGELINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Angeline "Boo" Allen, 39, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma, died Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Dularge Community Baptist Church. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Donald Ray Allen of Houma; two sons, Morris Deon Thomas and Donald R. Allen Jr. of Houma; two daughters, Jessica Lynn Thomas and Alexis Monique Thomas of Houma; three brothers, Irvin Thomas Jr. and wife, Alma, Wilbert Thomas, and Woodrow Thomas all of Houma; three sisters, Janie M. Wagner and husband, Allen, Shelita Norman and husband, Donald, and Wanda J. Diggs and husband, Charles, all of Houma; and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rosemary Parker Thomas; and one sister, Elouise Thibodeaux. She was Baptist and a manager of McDonald's Restaurant. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 3, 2010 CHIASSON JOHN Last Modified: Friday, December 3, 2010 at 11:28 a.m. John Victor Chiasson, 93, a native of Carbor, Fla., died at Audubon Nursing Home in Thibodaux on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday St. Philip Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with the Rev. Chris Decker. Interment will follow at GreenOaks Cemetery in Baton Rouge. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Dec. 10 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Pat Alexander Chiasson; four daughters and sons-in- law, Crystal C. Faucheux and husband, Glenn, Lois C.Ledet and husband, Charles, Helen C. Rogers and husband, Larry, and Colette C. Legendre and husband, Butch; three step-daughters, Julie D. Ordoyne and husband, Henry, Bev Varnado and Lorraine King; and grandchildren, step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren, step- great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and step-great-great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hector Chiasson and Helen Rodrigue; his second wife, Ruby LeBlanc Chiasson; one brother, Roland Chiasson; and one step- daughter, Joanna W. Brewer. He was a member of the following organziations and programs: Vigilant Chemical and Hose Thibodaux Fire Department, Woodmen of the World, Main Camp and youth programs, Tigers Booster Club, Woodmen of the World Youth Program, American Legion Camp 38 Post 0038, and Knights of Columbus. He was a state guard in World War II, 1942. John was a founder of the Krewe of Cleophas and an usher at St. Louis King of France Catholic Church in Baton Rouge. Ourso Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 3, 2010 FLETCHER ERNEST, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ernest Herbert Fletcher Sr., 45, a native of Gramercy and a resident of Labadieville, died Thursday, Nov. 25, 2010. Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mark Baptist Church in Labadieville. Religious service will be held at noon Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mable M. Fletcher of Labadieville; five daughters, Leona Fletcher of Lake Charles, Sandra and husband, Albert Adams, Electa and husband, Vincent Mickens all of Labadieville, Marrion and husband, Rev. Lionel Green, and Eliska and husband, Keith Etienne all of Baton Rouge; one brother, Isiah and wife, Velma Breaux of San Jose, Calif.; 11 grandchildren; five sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cora and Pat Fletcher; his stepfather, Abraham Turner Sr.; two sons, Ernest Jr. and Kirk Fletcher; six brothers; and one sister. He was a retired shipping supervisor with 45 years at Supreme Sugar Refinery. He was a member of the Usher Board, former Trustee and Deacon at St. Mark Baptist Church. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 3, 2010 LIRETTE, JOHN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== John Peter Lirette, 80, a native of Houma and a resident of Bourg, died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Cathedral, with burial in the church cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his children, John P. Lirette Jr., Michael Joseph Lirette Sr. and wife, Elizabeth, Jack Joseph Lirette and wife, Vicki, Samuel Joseph Lirette and wife, Edith, Cindy Lirette Tabor and husband, Richard "Bo", Joey Joseph Lirette Sr. and wife, Sarina, Gary Joseph Lirette and wife, Pui, and Tommy Joseph Lirette and wife, Dawn; 18 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Violet Lirette Smith. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Pellegrin Lirette; his parents, Eddie Lirette Sr. and Celestine Fanguy Lirette; one son, Timothy Joseph Lirette; one grandson, Samuel Lirette; two brothers, Eddie Lirette Jr. and Percy Lirette Jr.; and four sisters, Leola Bergeron, Libby Rhodes Benoit, Pearl St. Romain, and Eula Chauvin. He was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral and the owner of Lirette's Produce and C and L Ironworks. He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Korean war, in which he received a Purple Heart. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. John will be missed by all. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 3, 2010 MINTON, CHARLES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Charles "Charlie" W. Minton, 26, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Chuck Minton and Maxine C. Minton; one sister, Nikki Minton; his grandfather, W.A. "Bill" Minton III; his grandmother, Ann Guy Minton; and numerous aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ashton "Frog" Clement and Flore Percle Clement; two uncles; and two aunts. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 3, 2010 WAGUESPACK CLAUDE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Claude "Bubby" Waguespack, 80, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Vacherie, was born on Oct. 17, 1930 and passed away on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Philip Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with the Rev. Vincent Dufrense as celebrant and burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one daughter, Donna W. Borgognoni and son-in-law, Reno M. Borgognoni; two grandchildren, Reno M. Borgognoni Jr. and Kristen Borgognoni; and two sisters, Joan W. Barre and Lelia W. Schexnayder. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie "Bessie" Matherne Waguespack; one son, Gordon J. Waguespack; one sister, Eva Mae W. Birch; and his parents, Eva B. and Claude Waguespack Sr. Rose Lynn Funeral Services of Lutcher is in charge of the arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Saturday, December 4, 2010 BROWNE, EDITH Edith Pinero Browne, 90, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Houma, died at 4:20 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Chauvin Funeral Home. Service will be held at 2 p.m. today at the funeral home. She is survived by three children, Mrs. Mary Pinero and husband Charles Ruppert of Slidell, Joe Pinero of Bourg, and Edward Pinero and wife, Sue, of Picayune, Miss.; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one brother, Frederick Taylor of New Orleans; and one sister, Mrs. Rita Schultz of New Orleans. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edmund Taylor and Edith Achor Taylor; one grandson, Joey Pinero; her daughter-in-law, Constance Pinero; two sisters, Emma Nugent and Amy Meneghetti; and two brothers, Edmond Taylor and Emile Taylor. She was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 4, 2010 BROWN, ROSADEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rosadel "Put" Brown, 68, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Beacon Light Baptist Church in Gray. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. today at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. She is survived by two sisters, Mary Amacker and Rebecca Thomas Brumfield both of Houma. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie Brown and Lula Mae Newton; three brothers, Junius Thomas, Joseph Celestine and Norman Brown; and one sister, Martha T. Ross Camp. She was a member of Beacon Light Baptist Church. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 4, 2010 DUFRENE HUGH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Hugh "Nunnie" Dufrene, 77, a native and resident of Des Allemands, died at 11:05 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. He is survived by his wife, Betty M. Dufrene; four sons, Carlon Dufrene Sr. and wife, Debby, Kerry Dufrene Sr. and wife, Becky, Byron Dufrene and wife, Sandy, and Todd Dufrene Sr. and wife, Lisa; three sisters, Lou Belle Bye, Lois Ford and Elaine Hue; 14 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Landry and Lelia Olivia Dufrene; one brother, Landry Dufrene; and one grandchild, "Our little Angel in Heaven" Kylie Michelle Dufrene. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to the American Cancer Society. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 4, 2010 HODNETT, HELEN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Helen Naquin Hodnett, 89, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Visitation will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday at Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux and from 1 p.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by a daughter, Virginia H. Cunningham and husband, J.C.; a son, Lewis D. Hodnett Jr. and wife, Lynda; a daughter, Vicki H. Reno and husband, Fred; a daughter, Martha R. Hodnett; her son, Malcolm L. Hodnett and wife, Beth; son, John L. Hodnett and wife, Betsy; and a daughter, Jennifer H. Ledet and husband, Steve; one brother, Clyde J. Naquin; two sisters, Mona N. Larose and Carolyn N. Oncale; 18 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Dean Hodnett; her parents, Leon Naquin and Bertha Picou Naquin; and one sister, Byrdie N. Barker. She was a retired school teacher of Lafourche Parish Schools. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 4, 2010 VAN NESS, ADDIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Addie B. Van Ness, 97, a native of New Waverly, Texas and a resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. She is survived by one daughter, Paula Van Ness; her daughter-in-law, Verna Van Ness; one granddaughter, Roxanna Waltman; two grandsons, Kennith Van Ness Jr. and Terry Van Ness; nine great-grandchildren; and three great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas A. Van Ness; her parents, Frank Bell and Nannie Daniels Bell; one son, Kennith J. Van Ness Sr.; one grandson, Thomas A. Van Ness; three brothers, Luby, Leon and Lawrence Bell; and five sisters, Frankie, Lillie, Nannie, Idi Maude and Mollie. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Sunday, December 5, 2010 VERDUN, MATTHEW ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Matthew Louis Verdun, 36, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Hammond, died Nov. 28, 2010. A memorial service was held at Billups Chapel on the North Lake Supports and Services Center Campus on Dec. 1. Science Care of Phoenix, Ariz., is in charge of the donation of his body for research and education. He is survived by his mother, Bonnie Martin Sanchez, and stepfather, James Sanchez, both of Loranger; his sister, Katie Sanchez of Loranger; and his grandmother Jeanne Martin of Thibodaux. Matthew was a resident of North Lakes Supports and Services Center in Hammond and was previously a long-time resident of Bayou Regions Support Services, formerly Peltier-Lawless Developmental Center in Thibodaux. Donations in his memory can be made to NLSSC Families and Friends Association, 49412 Peterson Lane, Loranger, LA, 70446. ============================================================================== Published: Monday, December 6, 2010 MANERY, JACK ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jack Lee Manery, 81, a native of Denison, Texas and a resident of Thibodaux, died at 7:52 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Private services will be held at a later date. He is survived by his wife, Elfriede Meier Manery; one son, Ricky Manery and wife, Lisa; one daughter, Susan Binnings and husband, Earl II; one sister, Carol Manery; three grandchildren, Heidi Norwood and husband, Stephen, Earl Binnings III, and Kelli Binnings; and one great-grandchild, Annabelle Norwood. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jason Ulysses and Hazel Lindsey Manery; and two sisters, Gladys Bray and Jean Hendrix. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 6, 2010 MOYERS, JANELLA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Janella Tassin Moyers, 58, a native of Mansura and a resident of Raceland, died at 8:35 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Services will be held at a later date. She is survived by four sisters, Audrey Tassin, Charlene Tassin, Lorraine Tassin and Eldie Smith; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Ella Guillory Tassin. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 6, 2010 SANCHEZ, LENA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lena Sanchez, 82, a resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to service time Tuesday at St. James Chapel. Services will be at 11 a.m., with burial in the chapel cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Nelson Sanchez; three daughters, Darlene Tabor, Cheryl Tabor Adams and husband, Herbert Adams, and Charlene Tabor Cortez; four grandchildren, George Sanchez, and wife, Lesley Sanchez, Laurie Adams, Lena Adams Cortez and husband, Ryan Cortez, and Chelsea Cortez; and two great- grandchildren Paighton Sanchez and Kaighen Sanchez; three stepchildren, Jody Sanchez and fiancee, Debra Lasseigne, Deanna Sanchez Evans, and husband, Johnny Evans, and Shannah Sanchez; five step-grandchildren, Stacy Theriot and husband, Brett Theriot, Nicole Becnel Fields and husband, Corey Fields, Jediah Sanchez, Jennifer Sanchez and Meghan Tabor; and eight step-great-grandchildren Mallory Fields, Tyler Fields, Shelby Theriot, Ava Grace Theriot, Blakley Fields, Trey Fields, Drake Fields, and Carson Tabor. She was preceded in death by her first husband, George Joseph Sanchez, her father, Elfer Tabor, her mother, Dora Delatte Tabor, her sister Marie Tabor, and her step-grandson, Chad Becnel. She was a loving mother, wife, sister, daughter, grandmother, sister-in-law and friend. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Her family would like to thank Dr. Dirk Ory and staff, Dr. James Schweitzer and staff, Southern Care Hospice staff, Tara Stringer, Tamara, Stephanie, Katie, Lee Ann, Sandy, Chaplain Joe, Thibodaux Regional Medical Center and staff, Acadian Ambulance and Thibodaux Funeral Home. We want to thank everyone for being there for our family in our time of need. We know it wasn't easy on you as well because of how close you all were to Mom, too. It meant so much to us. Thank you. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 6, 2010 TOUPS, GENEVA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Geneva Champagne Toups, a native of DuLarge and resident of Raceland died on Friday, Dec. 3, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 57 years Joseph E. Toups Jr.; two sons, Michael Toups and Paul Toups and wife, Peggy; and one daughter Melanie Toups; three granddaughters, Lauren, Erin and Kristen Toups; two sisters, Ethel Bourg and Marguerite Pellegrin. She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Faustin Champagne and two sisters, Ena Voisin and Dorothy Voisin. Geneva was a registered nurse in Thibodaux dedicated to her career for more than 50 years. Later she worked in area nursing homes and was a vital caregiver to family members and friends in any time of need. She will be sadly missed by all. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 BELANGER, BARRY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Barry John Belanger, 55, a native and resident of Montegut, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at the Montegut fire station. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Montegut, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Angela "Angie" Chauvin Belanger; his father, Roland "Parran" Joseph Belanger; two sons, Alex J. and Jacob "Jake" Belanger; two daughters, Sarena B. Bonvillain and husband, John, and Julienne "Julie" B. Authement and husband, Bronson; three brothers, Dr. Kenneth Belanger and wife, Bertha, Lawrence "Brud" Belanger and wife, Karen, and Kevin Belanger and wife, Roxane; four grandchildren, Amber and Kaitlyn Bonvillian, and Alexis and Gabe Authement; and his mother-in-law, Lucy B. Chauvin. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jeannette Theresa LeBoeuf Belanger; his paternal grandparents, Adam and Agnes Justillian Belanger; his maternal grandparents, Oleus and Julienne Hebert LeBoeuf; and his father-in-law, Lindsey Chauvin. He was a past member of Houma-Terrebonne Port Commission and Coastal Zone Management. He was the owner of Lin-Bar Marine, Inc. and Gene's Bar. He was avid in sport fishing. He was an active and generous member of the community. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend and will be sadly missed by all. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 BOUDREAUX, LEONARD, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Burial services for Leonard Z. "Bee" Boudreaux Jr., will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. Bee, 97, died peacefully on Nov. 18 in Overland Park, Kan. He lived a long and fulfilled life and he enjoyed the love, admiration and friendship of family and friends. Though advanced age and deteriorating health, Bee never forgot that he was from Thibodaux. His remains will be laid to rest in the family tomb in Thibodaux. In lieu of flowers, the family request that you hug one another and celebrate life. If you wish to do more the family suggests a donation to Food for the Poor, c/o Rev. Thomas R. Bouterie, PO Box 56907, New Orleans, LA 70156. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 BOURGEOIS, RAOUL, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Raoul Bourgeois Jr., a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Co- Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Juanita "Punkin" Bergeron Bourgeois; four sons, Raoul "Jean" Bourgeois and wife, Huyen, Andre "Dru" Bourgeois and wife, Debbie, Charles Bourgeois and wife, Tammy, and Mitch Bourgeois and wife, Janice; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raoul Bourgeois Sr. and Clara Dumiot Bourgeois; one son, Paul Bourgeois; two sisters, Betty Berger and Mercedes Naremore; and his granddaughter, Tobie Lee Bourgeois. A special thanks to the staff at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center for their excellent care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude's Children Hospital. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 CHAISSON, LAWRENCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lawrence Joseph Chaisson, 89, a native and resident of Houma, died at 7:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. He is survived by three sons, Raymond Chaisson of Houma, Kenneth Chaisson and wife, Leslie, of Brookhaven, Miss., and Roy Chaisson and wife, Molly, of Madison, Miss.; one daughter, Elizabeth Marie Chaisson of Houma; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Jackson Chaisson and wife, Loretta, of Bayou Blue, and Lester Chaisson and wife, Jenny, of Arizona; and one sister, Theresa Price and husband, Junior, of Bayou Blue. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Cecile Chaisson; one son, Nelson Chaisson; his parents, Nelson and Edna DuBois Chaisson; his son-in-law, Dwight Daisy; two brothers, Chester Chaisson and Easton Chaisson; and one sister, Eveola Cross. He was a retired carpenter and a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. He served in the Navy during World War II. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 CEDOTAL, AIDAN Aidan Brance Cedotal, 25 days, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 3:40 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Visitation will be from 3:30 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Thomas Cedotal Jr. and Dodie Bourg; one sister, Nadia Simone Cherub Bourg; his godparents, Billy Sassoni and Dorie Bourg; his grandparents, Thomas Cedotal Sr. and Carl Bourg and Ophelia Chouest; his great- grandparents, Clivington Callais, Hazel Blair and Clarabell Chouest; two aunts, Wendy Bourg and Dori Bourg; and three uncles, Dobie Bourg, Nathan Bourg and David Bourg. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Darlene Ann Cedotal; and his great-grandparents, Calvin and Enola Bourg, and Joseph Chouest and Ophelia Chouest. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 COLOGNE, ADA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ada Ford Cologne, 80, a native of Raceland and a resident of Des Allemands, died at 5:57 a.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Des Allemands. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by one son, Richard Cologne Jr. and wife, Paula; three daughters, Taylor Cologne and partner, Elisa, Donna Leininger and husband, Stephen, and Kem Matherne and husband, Marlon; two brothers, William "Bill" Ford and Richard Ford; four sisters, Myrtle Tastet, Mary Anne Vanacor, Marion Blanchard and Catherine Fonseca; six grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Cologne Sr.; and her parents, William and Lydia Bergeron Ford. She was a parishioner of St. Gertrude Catholic Church, a member of Ladies Altar Society and a Eucharistic Minister. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 GUIDRY, MICHAEL, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Michael G. Guidry Sr., 57, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 10:12 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Ramona M. Guidry; three sons, Matthew Guidry and wife, Melania, Marc Guidry, and Michael "Spunky" Guidry Jr.; four grandchildren, Madison Guidry, Mason Guidry, Kade Guidry and Reece Guidry; one brother, Kenneth Guidry and wife, Ann; and three sisters, Deborah Gautreaux and husband, Gary, Louisa Gaudet and husband, Lonie, and June Chiasson and husband, Clyde "Tee". He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney P. and Shirley Breaux Guidry. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a helicopter crew chief mechanic. He was a member of the American Legion Post 349 and a member of Voiture 40/8. He was a musician and singer for 40 years. He played with many bands and aquired many friends who remember his humor and that special sound- The Train Whistle. He was also a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 LEDET, GWENETTE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gwenette Zeringue Ledet, 59, a native and resident of Houma, died at 2:34 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with interment at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by one daughter, Holly Boudreaux; two granddaughters, Jordan Schouest and Taylor Schouest; her mother, Gloria Olivier Zeringue; two nieces, Dawn Voisin and Dana Fonseca Bascle; one nephew, William Fonseca; and her sister-in-law, Helen Naquin Zeringue. She was preceded in death by her father, Ernest P. Zeringue Sr.; one sister, Juleen Zeringue Fonseca; one brother, Ernest "Bud" Zeringue Jr.; her grandparents, Austin Paul Sr. and Julia Lovell Olivier, and Alphonse Sr. and Annette Zeringue. She was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church and a member of the choir. Gwenette was a teacher at Oakshire Elementary School. She was a graduate of Vandebilt Catholic High School and Nicholls State University. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 ORDOYNE, JIMMIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jimmie Ordoyne, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010 in Biloxi, Miss. A memorial service will be held Dec. 12 at Thibodaux Funeral Home, where friends may visit from 4 to 6 p.m. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m.Thursday at Biloxi National Cemetery, 400 Veterans Blvd. in Biloxi, Miss. Military honors will also be provided by the U.S. Army. He is survived by three brothers, Mike, Eric and Greg Ordoyne; one sister, Angie Guedry; and two stepdaughters, Rachael Tardo and Cheryl Dantin and their children. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Naquin Ordoyne; and his parents, Adam and Vivian Dempster Ordoyne. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Among other medals earned, he received the Purple Heart and Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Stars. After military service, he entered the field of law enforcement and later retired after serving the Thibodaux Police Department and the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office. Memorials may be made to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20420. Riemann Family Funeral Home of Biloxi is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 ROBICHAUX, KERRY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Kerry James Robichaux, 32, a native and resident of St. Charles Community, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Paula Ordoyne Robichaux; his mother, Dionne Robichaux; one daughter, Gabrielle Robichaux; his mother-in-law, Sylvia B. Ordoyne; his father-in-law, Paul J. Ordoyne; his sister-in-law, Patti O. Champagne and husband, Jeremy M. Champagne; one nephew, Colin Champagne; his grandparents, David J. Robichaux Jr. and Leona Gaudet Robichaux; one godchild, Carter Thibodeaux; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Claude and Bessie Gaudet, and Dave J. and Mary Robichaux; and one cousin, Sean M. Robichaux. He was employed by Low Land Construction Company. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and spending time with family and friends. Kerry lived life to the fullest. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 RODRIGUE, GARY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gary "DeDe" Pierre Rodrigue, 71, a native and resident of Pointe-aux-Chenes, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at The Father's House in Pointe-aux-Chenes. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at The Father's House with burial at Bisland Cemetery in Bourg. He is survived by four daughters, Loretta "Lo-Lo" Fontenot, Juanita "Tootsie" Eiserman, Joann "Puckie" Vito and husband, Lonny, and Anita Bush and husband, Jason; one son, Greg "Brud" Rodrigue and wife, Sherry; one brother, Norman Rodrigue and wife, Janice; three sisters, Erlaine Dugas and husband, Willie, Isabelle Robichaux and husband, Rudy, and Sally Naquin and husband, Raymond; 12 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lena "Me-Me" Naquin Rodrigue; his parents, Willis and Doris Naquin Rodrigue; two daughters, Patty Rodrigue and Noreen Rodrigue; one brother, Allen Rodrigue; and one sister, Helen Dupre. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 ROME, LUCY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lucy Mae Rome, 82, a native and resident of Kraemer, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Life Tabernacle Church in Kraemer, located at La. 307 and Greenacres Drive. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at St. Lawrence Cemetery in Kraemer. She is survived by four daughters, Sybil Usea and husband, Kenneth, Lana Kraemer and husband, Roy, Lynne Reulet and husband, Terry Barrilleaux, and Tammy Granier and husband, Mark; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one step- grandchild; and two step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Rome; her parents, Edgar and Marie Kraemer Cortez; two brothers, Edgar Cortez Jr. and Henry Cortez; and two sisters, Ella Mae Cortez and Mabel Cortez. She enjoyed her family and her puppy, Tippy. She also enjoyed reading her Bible and worshipping her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The family would also like to extend a special thanks and appreciation to her dear nieces whom she loved dearly, Loretta Rodrigue and Cynthia Cortez. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 SAVOIE, NOLAN Nolan P. Savoie, 89, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 5:50 a.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two daughters, Dolores Hackworth and husband, Rick, and Elaine Adams and husband, Gary; his daughter-in-law, Audrey Savoie; two brothers, Sidney Savoie and Edmond Savoie Jr.; one sister, Edna Ledet; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Odile LeBlanc Savoie; his parents, Edmond Savoie Sr. and Annie Breaux Savoie; one son, Charles Savoie; three brothers, Norman, Albert and Shelton Savoie; and three sisters, Edwina Pierce, Velma Adams and Alma Pertuit. He was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 SIMON, MAVOR, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mavor "Pa Pa Joe" Simon Jr., 71, a native and resident of Klotzville, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Virginia Baptist Church in Ewellville. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church conducted by the Rev. Lloyd Jones Jr., with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by five stepchildren, Charlotte, Patrick, Patricia, Virginia and Chantell Williams; four sisters, Earline Lemon, Eula and husband, Sam Jones, Effie Stewart, and Joyce and husband, Robert Patterson; five brothers,Charles Hirsch, Roland, Leonard, Carlton, and Alfred and wife, Lucy Simon; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elvie and Mavor Simon Sr.; one brother, Alton Simon; and one sister, Mildred S. Dorsey. He was a retired laborer. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 7, 2010 TRAINA, RONALD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ronald Joseph "Coonie" Traina, 76, a native of Houma and a longtime resident of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, died at 11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, 2010. Cremation will be by Davis Funeral Home. A celebration of his life will be held in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands at a later date. Mass will be offered for Ronald at 6 p.m. Wednesday at St. Louis Catholic Church in Bayou Blue. He was much loved and will be sorely missed by his wife, Marie LeBoeuf Traina of Orlando, Fla.; his son, Joseph C. Traina of Cozumel, Mexico; two daughters, Melody Traina Stratton and husband, Thomas, of Lansing, Mich., and Lisa M. Traina and husband, Matthew Quin, of St. Thomas; six grandchildren, Ronald Stratton, Samantha Stratton, Travis Stratton, Kathryn Stratton, Dylan Forehand, and Krista Forehand; one sister, Merrill Traina Breaux of Houma; extended family, Arnold Berry and Helen Berry of St. Thomas; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Cyril Traina and Agnes Theriot Traina; and his grandparents, Louis Traina and Julia Hebert Traina, and Arthur Theriot and Julia Theriot. Ronald moved to the Virgin Islands in 1967 to help build the first cable TV system in the Virgin Islands. He was very proud of the fact that in the early years of his career, he literally walked the entire island of St. Thomas in order to map the island for the cable TV system. Ronald was affiliated with the Virgin Islands Public Television System, WTJX, from its inception in 1972 and was employed there since 1981 in various positions, including chief engineer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served in the Korean Conflict. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his name to the St. Thomas Humane Society, Attention: Lucy, P.O. Box 8150, St. Thomas, VI 00804 or call 340-775-0599.Kerry Robichaux Kerry James Robichaux, 32, a native and resident of St. Charles Community, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Paula Ordoyne Robichaux; his mother, Dionne Robichaux; one daughter, Gabrielle Robichaux; his mother-in-law, Sylvia B. Ordoyne; his father-in-law, Paul J. Ordoyne; his sister-in-law, Patti O. Champagne and husband, Jeremy M. Champagne; one nephew, Colin Champagne; his grandparents, David J. Robichaux Jr. and Leona Gaudet Robichaux; one godchild, Carter Thibodeaux; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Claude and Bessie Gaudet, and Dave J. and Mary Robichaux; and one cousin, Sean M. Robichaux. He was employed by Low Land Construction Company. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and spending time with family and friends. Kerry lived life to the fullest. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 BABIN, JAMES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== James Austin Babin, 53, a native of Houma and a resident of Bayou Blue, died at 5:54 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial at Rogers Cemetery in Houma. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Seargeant Babin; his mother, Velma Theriot Babin Plaisance; three sons, Travis Seargeant, Braden Babin and Roger Babin; two daughters, Angelique Babin and Jessica Tart; three brothers, Ronnie Babin, Dan Babin and Harry "Butch" Babin Jr.; and three sisters, Brenda Brunet, Michele Freemin and Anna Hebert. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Babin Sr.; and one brother, John Dupre. He was the owner and operator of Hard-Rock Towing Co. of Houma. He was loved by all and will be deeply missed. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 BAUDOIN, LORETTA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Loretta Breaux Baudoin, 73, a native of Bayou Gauche and a resident of Hahnville, died Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time today at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Religious service will be held at 1 p.m. today at the funeral home, with burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by one son, Bobby Waguespack; three daughters, Julie Simoneaux, Tes Waguespack and Tina Richardson; one brother, Larry Breaux; one sister, Judy Breaux; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Gertie Breaux. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 BECNEL, EUGENIE Last Modified: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at 11:08 a.m. Eugenie Stein Becnel, 92, born July 13, 1918, in Vacherie, passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter Laura B. Steib on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church conducted by the Rev. Michael Miceli, with burial to follow in the church mausoleum. She is survived by four daughters, Molly B. Guidry and husband, Joseph "Jim," Nancy B. Haas and husband, George, Laura B. Steib, and Sandra B. Deslattes and husband, Andrew; one son Ralph J. Becnel and wife, Pearl; all of Vacherie; one sister, Nelva LeBlanc of Convent; one brother, Paul J. Stein Sr. of Vacherie; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Curtis "Frere" Becnel; her parents, Didier Stein and Victorine Falgoust Stein; one brother, Clarence; eight sisters, Bernadette Becnel, Annette Rome, Sidonie Folse, Stella Stein, Josephine Becnel, Cecile Stein, Edna Rome, and Laura Stein; one son-in-law, J.C. Steib; and two grandchildren, Eric and Chad Becnel. The family would like to thank Oschner of Home Health, Amedisys Hospice, and the Rev. Michael Miceli. Ourso Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 BLANCHARD, ELAINE Elaine Guidry Blanchard, 89, a native of Breaux Bridge and a resident of Raceland, died at 5:37 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. A private service was held. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Marvin Joseph Blanchard; one daughter, Mary R. Torres and husband, Gerald "Chip" Torres; one sister, Velma Mistretta; three grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Minos and Claudia P. Biggs Guidry; and two brothers, Bill Guidry and Carroll Guidry. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 BOUDREAUX, DIANNE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dianne Margaret Fanguy Boudreaux, 57, a native of Dulac and a resident of Chauvin, died Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. in Houma. She is survived by her mother, Edna Francis Fanguy; four sons, David J. Collins, Druis Jr., Andrew and Marty Boudreaux; seven daughters, Monalisa C. Verdin, Gypsy Collins, Debra B. Domangue, Mona B. Hebert, Tammy B. Wallace, Lori-Ann B. Bergeron and Joyce B. Theriot; 11 brothers, Howard Jr., Gilbert Sr., Arnold, Allen Sr., Leroy Sr., Wilson Sr., McKinley, Jimmy, Lucius and Allen Jr. Fanguy; six sisters, Elter F. Therrien, Angline Touchet, Helen F. Lajunie, Martha F. Ray, Edith F. Martin and Mary Ann Collins; and 20 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Druis J. Boudreaux Sr.; her father, Howard Fanguy Sr.; one son, Eddie Gregoire; two daughters, Lisa M. Fanguy and Natalie Boudreaux; two brothers, Wallace and Arthur "Roland" Fanguy; and three grandchildren, Jaydon James Parfait, Brandon Loyd and Braydon Hebert. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 CATCHINGS MARK ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mark Duce Catchings, 81, entered into eternal life on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Bonham, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the chapel, with the Rev. Henry Shelton officiating. At Mr. Catchings' wishes he will be cremated after the services. He is survived by his wife, Mary Catchings; one son, Mike Catchings and wife, Donna, of Savoy, Texas; two daughters, Mitzi Rogers and husband, David, of Savoy, Texas; and Marita LeCompte and fiancŽ, John Wistl, of Plano, Texas; five grandchildren, Jason Catchings and wife, Jessica, Jodi Willoughby and husband, Travis, Tiffany Eschete and husband, Jason, Jana Breazeale and husband, Cliff, and Eva Lowe and husband, Mark; eight great-grandchildren, Michael Willoughby, Matthew Catchings, Megan Catchings, Dallas Eschete, Connor Eschete, Skyler Smith, Joseph Lowe and Jordan Lowe; and one brother, Gus Catchings. Mark Duce Catchings was born on Aug. 17, 1929, in Hardin, Texas, to parents Gus and Kitty Lurlene (Julian) Catchings. He married Mary Bouslog on Dec. 16, 1951, in Liberty, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army. He was famous for his sense of humor; the Lord and his family were the most important things in his life. He retired from Exxon in 1986; worked for 25 years off Grand Isle in oil production. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity or church of your choice. Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home of Bonham, Texas, is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 CHIASSON, JOHN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== A memorial service for John Victor Chiasson, 93, who died Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010, will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Thibodaux. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 CURRIE, MARA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mara Margaret Mailander Currie, 81, a native of Waco, Texas, and a resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Grace Lutheran Church. Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial at Garden of Memories Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Tom L. Currie of Houma; two daughters, Mara Kathy Guidry and husband, Lester, of Houma, and Debra Colwart and husband, Michael, of Little Caillou; two grandchildren, Tommy Guidry and Courtney Babin Boudreaux; and eight great-grandchildren, Seth and Sebastian Porche, Jade Guidry, Chloe Boudreaux, Kaleb Guidry, Sean Boudreaux, Abby Guidry and Kenner Boudreaux. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Melvin Mailander and Mary Maude Ard Mailander She retired from Saia Motor Freight. She was a parishioner of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church. She was a Vista volunteer and a published author, a jewelry designer and an artist. She volunteered at Terrebonne General Medical Center. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Matthew's Episcopal Church Fund at South Louisiana Bank, P.O. Box 1718, Houma, LA 70361, Account # 02-0195-2. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 GIROIR, LAURA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Laura Pellegrin Giroir, 89, a native of Gonzales and a resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma. Religious service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by two sons, Herman Pellegrin Jr. and Jerry Pellegrin; one daughter, Peggy Grabert; and 12 grandchildren, Keith, Scott, Todd, Joshua, and Ryan Pellegrin, Regina Trax, Richard Grabert Jr., Renee Grabert, Randy Grabert, Melissa Gill, Greg Pellegrin and Mark Pellegrin; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Herman Pellegrin Sr. and Roy Giroir; her parents, Sidney and Cornelia Daigle Templet; two brothers, Sidney and John Templet; and one sister, Edna Babin. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 MATHERNE, CHARLES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Charles J. Matherne, 67, a native of Des Allemands and a resident of Lockport, died at 8:05 a.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the church. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Terrebonne Matherne; three sons, Toby Matherne and wife, Joann, Rafe Matherne and wife, Wendy, and Dr. Heath Matherne and wife, Celeste; two daughters, Gina Chiasson and husband, Guy, and Tara Dore' and husband, Dean; three brothers, Morris "Bucky" Matherne Jr., Roy Hogan and Lynn "Bozo" Hogan; six sisters, Betty Dufrene, Geraldine Mahan, Beatrice Barbier, Rosalie Beadle, Sandra Yokum and Deborah Daigle; 13 grandchildren; and four step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Morris Sr. and Alta Hogan Matherne; and one sister, Faye Powell. He was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, masses are preferred. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 MATHERNE, CHARLOTTE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Charlotte Meaux Matherne, 51, a native of Beaumont, Texas, and a resident of Lockport, lost her three-year battle with cancer on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time today at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. A memorial service will be held at noon today at the funeral home, with burial at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by her parents, Joseph and Betty Welch Meaux; one son, Chad Matherne; one daughter, Allison Matherne Trahan and husband, Jared; one brother, Timothy Meaux; and two grandchildren, Alexandra Bailey Trahan and Ava Brielle Trahan. She was preceded in death by one brother, Michael Meaux. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 PORCHE, HAYES, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Hayes James Porche Sr., 89, a native of Bayou Dularge and resident of Houma, died Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Eloi Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by four sons, Hayes Porche Jr. and wife, Diane, of Theriot, Glenn Paul Porche and wife, Marylin, of Houma, Dean Porche Sr., and Philip Porche Sr. and wife, Margo, of Houma; one sister, Jeanette Porche of Houma; 16 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Frances Marie Babin Porche; his parents, Leonce Henry Porche Sr. and Vivian Pye Porche; and two brothers, Leonce Porche Jr. and Frank Porche. He was a member of St. Eloi Catholic Church. He was a cook at Louisiana Land for 31 years and a Mess Sergeant while in the Air Force Reserve. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, past volunteer at Terrebonne General Medical Center and Heritage Manor serving as a minister of communion. He was awarded the Bishop's medal. He served in the Air Force Reserves during the Korean War for two and a half years. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 ROBIDEAUX, CLYDE Clyde E. "Robie" Robideaux, 83, of Salina, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. today at the Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. 8th., Salina, Kan., 67401. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the University United Methodist Church in Salina, with burial at Gypsum Hill Cemetery in Salina. He is survived by his wife, Edith Robideaux of Salina; one son, John Robideaux of Savannah, Ga.; two daughters, Connie Deschene and husband, Tom, of Salina, and Denise Carpenter and husband, Dan, of Spicer, Minn.; one sister, Jewel Hill Borell and husband, Gerald, of Orange, Texas; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Kermit, Govan, Wilton, and Gary; two sisters, Yvonne Robideaux and Celia Mae Henderson; and a granddaughter, Julie Carpenter. He was born July 31, 1927, in Crowley, the son of Samuel and Florence (Reagan) Robideaux. Clyde started his career as a welder's helper for the Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, and climbed the corporate ladder to become division manager before his retirement in 1986. He was a 50-year member of the Masonic Temple and also member of the American Legion and the Elks Lodge. He served as corpsman in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Robie's hobbies included fishing, bowling and his passion for golf. Memorials are to Hospice Care of Kansas, The American Cancer Society or The Terry Johnson Center For Basic Cancer Research. Ryan Mortuary of Kansas is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 RODRIGUE, LOIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lois Detillier Rodrigue, 78, a native of Mathews and a resident of Chackbay, died Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Adam Paul Rodrigue; three sons, Mark Rodrigue and wife, Debbie Perez Rodrigue, Glen "Pecon" Rodrigue and wife, Lori Loupe Rodrigue, and Jamie Rodrigue and wife, Jennifer Davis Rodrigue; two daughters, Debra Rodrigue Torres and husband, Glenn, and Kathleen Rodrigue Chiasson and husband, Dwayne; three sisters, Lorita Loupe and husband, Albert Jr., Juanita Detillier, and Deanie Rodrigue and husband, Gene Jr.; one brother, Gerald Detillier and wife, Gladys; eight grandchildren, Nicholas Rodrigue, Ulyssia R. Antie, Laci R. Dantin, Whitney Gros, Andrew Chiasson, Colin Torres, Emeline Rodrigue and Benjamin Rodrigue; and seven great-grandchildren, Emma Antie, Reese Antie, Beaux Rodrigue, Ashlyn Rodrigue, Orry Rodrigue, Taylor Antie and Jonathan Harvey Antie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lovelace and Beulah Folse Detillier; and one brother, Milton Detillier. She loved to dance. She was a member of Ladies Altar Society at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. A special thanks to St. Catherine Hospice, especially Lois Joseph, Torrenicia Joseph, Dr. Donepudi, Dr. Bailey and Frannie Waguespack. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Thursday, December 9, 2010 AUTHEMENT, YVONNE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Yvonne Marie Authement, 55, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 8:29 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two brothers, Reggy Sr. and Wilfred Jr. Authement; and six sisters, Justilia Dupre, Theresa LeBouef, Mercedes Brunet, Lois Domangue, Joyce Sevin and Brenda White. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilfred Sr. and Cecilia Trahan Authement; four brothers, Raymond, Edmond, William and Edward Authement; and two sisters, Merdias Authement and Rosalie Guy. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 9, 2010 CHAUVIN, ELMER, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Elmer Anthony Chauvin Jr., 68, a native of Houma and a resident of Bourg, died at 4:27 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Ann Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park. He is survived by his companion, Elodie "Dee" Pruett of Houma; three daughters, Renee Michelle Chauvin of Houma, Heather Marie Chauvin of Houma and Erica Chauvin Magee and husband, Jason, of Gray; one brother, Keith David Chauvin and wife, Mary Adams Chauvin of Houma; one grandchild, Brittany Elizabeth Chauvin of Houma; and one great-grandchild, Brayden James Plaisance of Houma. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer Anthony "Nam" Chauvin Sr. and Annie LaRussa Chauvin. He was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and motorcycling with the Houma Hog Chapter. He cherished his time with his family and friends. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 9, 2010 DOMINGUE, WALTER ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Walter "Sonny" Domingue, 73, a native of Houma and a resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Christ the Redeemer Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Patricia Maronge Domingue; four sons, Ricardo Domingue and wife, Tammy, of Houma, Duke Domingue and Curt Domingue of Thibodaux, and Cal Domingue and wife, Beth, of Lafayette; three daughters, Lisa Domingue of Kentucky, Dayle Lorraine and husband, Mark, of Bayou Blue, and Denise Rehage and husband, Brandon, of LaPlace; one brother, Tommy Domingue and wife, Jackie of Lafayette; his mother-in-law, Cleon Maronge; 17 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter A. Domingue and Nettie Babin Domingue; his paternal grandparents, Armintine Bergeron and Joida Domingue; and his maternal grandparents, Adelle Authement and Auresttile Babin. Sonny loved camping and traveling with his family and friends. He retired from State Police Troop C as a communications specialist II. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Bernadette Catholic School in Houma, E.D. White Chatholic High School or St. Joseph Catholic School in Thibodaux or a charity of your choice. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 9, 2010 FANGUY, RAYMOND, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Raymond Paul Fanguy Sr., 82, a native and resident of Houma, died peacefully surrounded by his loving children at 3:40 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery No. 2. He is survived by five sons, Randy Fanguy, Rory Fanguy, Eric Fanguy, Douglas Fanguy and David Fanguy; five daughters, Deborah Ellender, Pamela Pitre, Elizabeth Trahan, Emily Elliott and Allison Fanguy; 29 grandchildren; 13 great- grandchildren; and one sister, Rose Mary Orgeron. He was preceded in death by his wife, Emily Marie Aycock Fanguy; his parents, Clarence Joseph Fanguy and Adele Evette Pellegrin Fanguy; one son, Raymond Paul Fanguy Jr.; and four brothers, Floyd Fanguy, Andrew Fanguy, Adley Fanguy and Alma Fanguy. He was a retired bookkeeper for South Louisiana Electric Company and a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. The family wishes to thank the caregivers at The Suites of Sugar Mill Point and Haydel Memorial Hospice for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Saint Francis de Sales Cathedral, 500 Goode Street, Houma, LA 70360. Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements ======================= Published: Thursday, December 9, 2010 FLORENT STANLEY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Stanley Jutson "Steamer" Florent, a native of Vacherie and a resident of New Orleans, entered into eternal rest on December 5, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Bethany United Methodist Church, 4533 Mendez St. in New Orleans. His life's celebration will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church officiated by the Rev. Hadley R. Edwards, with interment in Providence Park Cemetery. He is survived by his children, Larry and wife, Karen, Alan and wife, Sharon, Dmitri and wife, Rosalyn Florent, and Cloris and husband, Herman Verdin; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leola Liggins Florent; his parents, Collin and Claudia Hebert Florent; and three sons, William, Carl, and Randy Florent. Charbonnet-Labat-Glapion Funeral Home of New Orleans is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 9, 2010 GILLASPIE, FARRELL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Farrell L. Gillaspie, 54, a native of Thibodaux and a resident of Houma, died at 9:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Friday at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at the chapel. He is survived by his parents, Tillman H. and Jerie Bergeron Gillaspie; one son, Douglas Gillaspie; one daughter, Farrah Gillaspie; and one brother, Wayne Gillaspie. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Friday, December 10, 2010 EVANS, JAIDYEN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jaidyen Zy'rion "Dankie" Sylvester Evans, 4, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma, died Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Community Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Celestin Garden of Memories. He is survived by his parents, Tyrika Sylvester and Dontrell Evans Sr.; three brothers, Kahri Allen, Jeremiah Sylvester and Dontrell Evans Jr.; and three sisters, Zy'Laiya Gathers, Donasia Evans and Danaisa Evans. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 10, 2010 JOHNSON, HERBERT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Herbert "Scody" Johnson, 62, a native and resident of Labadieville, died Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mark Baptist Church in Labadieville. Religious service will be held at noon Saturday at the church conducted by the Rev. Lionel Green, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Elouise Johnson of Labadieville; his companion, Claudette Mitchell of Labadieville; one daughter, TCalla Mitchell of Lafayette; two sons, Herbert and Gerren Mitchell of Labadieville; four sisters, Mary L. Tyler, Doris and husband, Donald Johnson of Labadieville, Pearl Monroe of New Orleans, and Cheryl Meads of Schriever; six brothers, Ulis Jr. and wife, Dorothy Meads, of Napoleonville, Lancy and wife, Gail Meads, Wilbert and wife, Geraldine Cooks, Clarence and wife, Janice Meads all of Thibodaux, Arthur and wife, Cheryl Meads, and Kenneth and wife, Andrea Meads of Labadieville; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Ulis Meads Sr.; one sister, Doloris Davis; one brother, Ricky Meads Sr.; his maternal grandparents, Anaise and Alberda Johnson; and his paternal grandparents, Adline and Zack Mead Sr. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 10, 2010 MAKI, MARGARET ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Margaret E. Maki, 92, of Stuart, Fla., died peacefully Monday afternoon, Dec. 6, 2010, at the Newberry Assisted Living Community surrounded by her loving family. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. today at the Beaulieu Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Gregory's Catholic Church with the Rev. Frank Rica officiating. Rite of Committal will take place in the spring of 2011 at Forest Home Cemetery. Margaret was a loving and caring mother of her children, Marilou Corless of Roseville, Mich., Norrine (Chuck) Little of Saratoga, Calif., Margaret (Gerald) Pollice of Lansing, and Dr. Neil (Jan) Maki of Thibodaux; her daughter-in- law, Paula Maki of Newberry; her grandchildren, Greg, Mark, Scott, Janni and Joshua Corless, Shannon and Margaret Little, Jennifer, Christine and Jay Pollice, Lisa, Jessica and Jonathan Maki, and Michael and Jake Maki; 31 great-grandchildren; her siblings, Flora (Fred) Brubaker of Reading, Pa., and Norie Thompson of Tacoma, Wash.; and her sister-in-law, Donna Krell of Grand Rapids. In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Neil in 1990; one son, Michael in 2006; one granddaughter, Kim Corless in 1990; her son-in-law, Rex Corless in 2008; and one brother, Tom Krell of Sault Ste. Marie. Born June 16, 1918, in Sault Ste. Marie, daughter of the late Mike and Mina (Shannon) Krell, Margaret was a 1935 graduate of Loretto Academy in Sault Ste. Marie. On Feb. 5, 1937, Margaret married Neil Maki and made Newberry their home. In addition to being a loving homemaker raising her family, Margaret was a devoted, longtime active member of St. Gregory's Catholic Church where she served on St. Theresa's Circle and St. Anne's Altar Society. She was a member of the Newberry Country Club and while residing in Stuart, Fla., was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and Miles Grant Country Club. Margaret was a longtime supporter of Tahquamenon Area Schools and enjoyed golfing, playing cards and spending time with her family and friends. Margaret will always be remembered for her delightful sense of humor. Memorials may be directed to the Tahquamenon Education Foundation, PO Box 482, Newberry, MI 49868 or to St. Gregory's Catholic Church in memory of Margaret E. Maki. Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family. ======================= Published: Friday, December 10, 2010 SMITH, AUDREY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Audrey Mae Jones Smith, 66, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Gray, died Wednesday, Dec. 08, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Eagle Wright Baptist Church in Gray. Religious service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial at Halfway Cemetery in Gray. She is survived by her husband, Louis Smith Sr. of Gray; three daughters, Carla Smith and Lisa Smith of New Iberia, and Dale Marie and husband, Alton Johnson, of Gray; six sons, Louis Smith Jr. of Baton Rouge, Michael Smith of Florida, Carl Smith of Alabama, Nolan Smith and Leroy Smith of Gray, and Joey Smith and wife, Lydia, of Labadieville; one sister, Irma Jane Williams of Houma; two brothers-in-law, Lloyd Smith and wife, Gloria, and Leroy Smith of Houma; 18 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Sr. and Geneva S. Jones; two sons, Ronnie Smith and Donald Lee Smith; three daughters, Bonnie Smith, Gloria Smith and Donna Marie Smith; five brothers, William Jr., Joseph, Riley, Henry, and Nolan Jones; and three sisters, Ollie Jones, Rosetta Lirette and Mary Butler. She was a member of Eagle Wright Church. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 10, 2010 THOMAS, MARGARET ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Margaret Garrison Thomas, 89, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Friday, Dec. 3, 2010. Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Napoleonville. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church conducted by the Rev. Herman Daniels, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by seven daughters, Dorothy and husband, Ulis Meads, Doris Davis, Elouise and husband, Albert Johnson, Julia Mae and husband, Raymond Keyes, Barbara Jean and husband, Dale Mitchell, Irma Mae and husband, Robert Carcisse, all of Napoleonville, and Jo Ann Cerventes of Denver; three sons, Gerald and wife, Janet Thomas, of Napoleonville, Lawrence Jr. and wife, Margaret Thomas, of Houston, and Harold Thomas of Washington, D.C.; 47 grandchildren; 77 great-grandchildren; and 26 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Thomas Sr.; her parents, Alex and Julia Garrison; three sons, Samuel, Willie and Wilbert Thomas; and two grandchildren, Chaundra and Samuel Thanion Thomas Jr. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Saturday, December 11, 2010 BISCHOFF, LIZ ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Liz "Nannie" Bischoff, 86, a native of Cistern, Texas, and a resident of Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to funeral time Sunday at Grace Lutheran Church in Houma. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the church, with interment at a later date in New Braunfels, Texas. She is survived by one daughter, Peggy Simmons, and husband, Joe; her son-in- law, Jerry Benton; one brother, John Breitschopf and wife, Maxine; 12 grandchildren, Robin and Barry Wurzel, Jason and Stephanie Benton, Holly and Rene' Andrepont, Seth and Aubrey Benton, David and Natalie Simmons, Brody and Darla Simmons; 21 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Bischoff; her parents, John and Eula Stolle Breitschopf; one daughter, Lillian Benton; one grandson, Jeffrey Simmons; and one sister, Lillian Breitschopf. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 11, 2010 DETILLIER, BARBARA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Barbara Mae Detillier, 64, a native of Golden Meadow and a resident of Galliano, died at 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to funeral time today at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her former husband, Kearney Detillier; one son, Coley Detillier and wife, Lacy; one daughter, Colette Alleman and husband, Ryan; two brothers, Ralph Guidry and Nathan Guidry; three sisters, Joyce Dantin, Tessie Kelly and Tescia Coley; and four grandchildren, Alexa Hill, Brayeah Alleman, Coley Jacob Detillier and Gemi Detillier. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eves and Lorita Guidry; one brother, Alton Guidry Sr.; and one sister, Paula Guidry. She was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and a bus driver for 13 years. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 11, 2010 GREGOIRE, ANNA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Anna Mae Dion Billiot Gregoire, 80, a native and resident of Dulac, died at 5:14 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma and at 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Holy Family Catholic Church in Dulac. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by six sons, Clarence "Beo" Billiot, Joseph "Nuff" Billiot and wife, Carolyn, John J. Billiot, Alvin "Mack" Billiot and wife, Beverly, Ivey "Moneg" Billiot and companion, Tammy Scully, and Felix Gregoire and wife, Brandy; six daughters, Josephine "Noonie" Verdin and husband, Paul "Edward," Patricia "Pickie" Samanie and husband, Charles "Baytie," Eula, Bertha, Eva and Beatrice; three brothers, John N., Joseph and Ross Dean; one sister, Rose Pierre; 33 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Lawrence Billiot; her second husband, Joseph Gregoire; her parents, Clarence and Eva Mae Fazzio Dion; three brothers, Joseph "Bolo," Wilbert and Curtis Dean; one sister, Wilda Verdin; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and two great-great-grandchildren. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 11, 2010 HERNANDEZ, RUBY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ruby Hernandez, 83, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 11:20 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial at St. Anne Catholic Cemetery in Napoleonville. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Euclid Hernandez; one daughter, Joan Hernandez Andras and husband, Jason; one son, John A. Hernandez and wife, Freida; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clay and Emilienne Daigle Adams; one son, Robert J. Hernandez; four brothers, Nolan, Johnny, Henry and Roland Adams Sr.; and two sisters, Helen Armit and Olive Zeringue. She was a lifetime member of Thibodaux Memorial VFW Post 5097 Ladies Auxiliary. In lieu of flowers, donations to help with funeral expenses are appreciated. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 11, 2010 MARTINEZ, ROLAND ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Roland Martinez, 80, a resident of Kraemer, died, Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Lawrence the Martyr Church in Kraemer. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mae Simon Martinez; three daughters, Sandra Cortez and husband, Anthony, Lana Cortez and husband, George, and Jan Hoggatt and husband, Lynn; one brother, Harold Martinez Sr.; two sisters, Esther Rougee and Iris Scioneaux; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lazin Martinez and Eurona Larousse Martinez; and his stepmother, Virges Martinez Becnel. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 11, 2010 MATHERNE, CANDUS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Candus Stephens Matherne, 55, a native of Des Allemands and a resident of Gray, died Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by her husband, Robert P. Matherne; her mother, Mary Lucille Shatoska Robertson; two sons, Rocky and Curtis Stephens; one daughter, Angie S. Champagne; one sister, Cassie Morgan; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen A. Stephens; her father, Henry C. Shatoska; and one sister, Cheryl Shatoska. Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 11, 2010 WILLIAMS, MORRIS, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Morris Henry Williams Sr., 84, a native of Plaquemines Parish and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 at West Jefferson Medical Hospital . Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial at the St. Peter Baptist Church Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Connie Brown Williams of Connie' Kitchen of Thibodaux; his father-in-law, Albert Brown of Thibodaux; three daughters, Paulette Miller and Lydia Williams both of Raceland, and Deanna Williams of Thibodaux; five sons, Morris Williams Jr., and Paul Williams both of Raceland, Joshua and Maurice Williams, and former Lafourche Parish Councilmen, Tyrone Williams all of Thibodaux; two stepsons, Brian and Adrian Lawrence both of Raceland; 21 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hamilton and Thazi Williams; his mothers-in-law, Gladys B. Brown and Hattie Hampton; three brothers, Aaron St. Ann, Albert St. Ann and Elmo St. Ann; four sisters, Lucille Donaldson, Lydia St. Ann, Dora Robinson and Dorothy St. Ann; and his grandparents, Josephine Silve and Berrill St. Ann Sr. He was a member of St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church in Mathews and a U.S. Army veteran. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 11, 2010 ZEHR, LAUREN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lauren Rene' Zehr, 27, a native of Des Allemands and a resident of Metairie, died at 2:55 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Mennonite Church in Des Allemands. Religious service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial at Sunset Cemetery in Bayou Gauche. She is survived by her companion, Joseph Trevino; her parents, Robert and Narcy Zehr, and Charlotte Dufrene Danos; three brothers, Harlan Gaudet, John Zehr and Matthew Zehr; one sister, Jordan Dufrene Danos; her grandparents, the Rev. Robert and Vivian Zehr., and Bob and Linda Dufrene; and her great-grandmother, Velma Dufrene. She was a 2002 graduate of Hahnville High School. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Sunday, December 12, 2010 COLWORT, JUDITH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Judith Hornsby Colwort, 70, a native of Bourg and a resident of Houma, died at 3:10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St, Ann's Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by the father of her children, Earl J. McElroy Jr. of Houma; one son, Myron Paul McElroy and wife, Stacy of Bourg; two daughters, Stacie Ann McElroy Lirette and husband, Mark, of Houma, and Roxane Marie McElroy Webster and husband, Bobby, of Houma; seven brothers, Aubrey Hornsby and wife, Brunella, of Cullman, Ala., Henry Hornsby Jr. and wife, Connie, of Houma, Roger Hornsby and wife, Donna Lee, of Walker, Hanson Hornsby and wife, Janet, of Bourg, Russell "Red" Hornsby and wife, Robyn, of Houma, Gerald Hornsby of Jackson, and Lonnie Hornsby and wife, Julie, of Chauvin; three sisters, Sybil Sangster and husband, W.J. of Shreveport, Audrey Richard and husband, Ronald, of Houma, and Mary Rayburn of Jayess, Miss.; and six grandchildren, Christopher Webster, Shane Webster, Heather Lirette, Devin McElroy, Aaron McElroy and Holden Lirette. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Hornsby Sr. and Lucretia Rogers Hornsby; and one brother, Jerome Hornsby. She was employed by State Farm/Janet Henry Insurance and a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church. She loved her family and grandchildren. She enjoyed her time working with Janet Henry and staff at State Farm Insurance. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Monday, December 13, 2010 CHIASSON, BARBARA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Barbara "Bobbie" Marie L. Chiasson, 84, a native of Labadieville and a resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Huey Chiasson Sr.; three sons, Huey Chiasson Jr. and wife, Theresa, Jerry Chiasson and wife, Geri, and Roddy Chiasson; one daughter, Janice Constant and husband, Donald; 13 grandchildren, Chantell Gonzales, Travis Chiasson, Cade, Jacob, and Clint Chiasson, Randi Abadie, Meggie Kliebert, Misty Woodard, Ashland, Cody, and Tyler Chiasson, Bryce Chiasson and Jackson Chiasson; two stepgrandchildren, Shelly and Stacy Ledet; 19 great- grandchildren; one daughter-in-law, Martha Peltier; two brothers, Anthony and Eddie LeBlanc; and four sisters, Joyce Borne, Grace Daigle, Odel Benoit and Diane Cavalier. She was preceded in death by her parents, Antoine LeBlanc and Cynthia Thibodeaux LeBlanc; one son, Rene Chiasson; and two brothers, Mack and Jimmy LeBlanc. Special thanks to her caregivers, Tee Chiasson, Geraldine Benoit, Jackie Rodrigue and Mary Thibodeaux. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 13, 2010 SAMANIE RICHARD Richard Blaise Samanie, 73, a native of Dulac and a resident of Houma, passed away Friday, Dec. 10, 2010. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at noon Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Charlene Samanie of Houma; four daughters, Donna Callahan and husband, Barney, of Thibodaux, Debbie Hebert and husband, Blake, of Houma, Darla Dupre and husband, Rickie, of Houma, and Dawn Kilpatrick and husband, Lee, of Crowley; six grandchildren, Scott Hebert and wife, Liz, Jason Dupre and wife, Kendra, Joey Dupre, Steven Kilpatrick, Rachael Hines and husband, Brian, and Stacy Doucet and husband, Chad; and five great- grandchildren, Kieran Hebert, Kylan Hebert, Dominic Hines, Peyton Hines, Cecelia Dawn Doucet; one brother, Robert Samanie Jr. of Houma; and one sister, Mary Carmen Samanie of Dulac. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Joseph Samanie Sr. and Brunella Voisin Samanie. He was a retired co-owner of Gulf Coast Packing Co. in Dulac. He served as a 20 year member of Water Works District No.1 Board of Commissioners. He was an avid sportsman who loved being outdoors especially fishing and hunting. He was a 1955 graduate of St. Francis De Sales High School. He served in the La. National Guard earning the Marksmanship badge for 45 cal. pistol. He was a member of the Houma Gun Club and won 2nd place overall in the state for shooting competition clays in 1970. He was a past member of Little Pass, Whiskey Pass and Terrebonne Sportsman League fishing clubs. A loving husband and caring father who will be greatly missed by all the lives he touched. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude and heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses, and staff of the surgery and recovery units of Terrebonne General Medical Center. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 13, 2010 SIBLEY, FONDREN, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Fondren C. "F.C." Sibley, 63, a native of Walker and a resident of Raceland, died Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 at Thibodaux Regional Hospital. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Religious service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with interment in Raceland Presbyterian Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Mary Haggard Sibley; two daughters, Amaryllis Orgeron of Mathews and Margaret Schouest and husband, Clifton, of Raceland; two brothers, James Alfred Sibley of Baton Rouge and Mark Robin Sibley of Walker; two sisters, Stella Duncan and Betty Jo Ellis, both of Walker; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fondren Sibley and Roberta Hull Sibley; one brother, William Murray; and his son-in-law, Clayton Orgeron. He retired after 31 years as an explosive technician with Baker Atlas. Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Tuesday, December 14, 2010 BLANCHARD, DENISE Denise Blanchard, 86, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died at 9 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Anne Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one sister, Odette Blanchard; one sister-in-law; four nieces; and three nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles J. Blanchard and Ida Marquette Blanchard; three brothers, Charles M. Blanchard, Alfred J. Blanchard and John M. Blanchard; thee sisters, Eda "Peadie" Melancon, Camille Blanchard and Jeanne Blanchard; and one nephew, George Melancon. Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 14, 2010 COMPEAUX, EVELYN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Evelyn "Black" Lorraine Compeaux, 90, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 7:12 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Harold Compeaux and wife, Brenda, and Dale Compeaux and wife, Fran; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wister Compeaux; her parents, William and Ozelia Charpentier Lorraine; one daughter, Jane Jabert; two brothers, Swietzer Lorraine and Eldon Lorraine; and three sisters, Hilda Guidry, Velda Bruce and Dorothy Lorraine. She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 14, 2010 DRISKELL, J.W. J.W. Driskell, 86, of Bivins, Texas, died in Houma on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Hanner Funeral Chapel in Atlanta, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in the chapel. He is survived by three sons, Glenn Driskell of Morgan City, Lane Driskell of Morgan City and Brit Driskell of Texarkana, Texas; two daughters, Becky Hebert of Lafayette and Melinda Ezell of Houma; one brother, Tommy Driskell of Bivins, Texas; three sisters, Janette Waters of Atlanta, Texas, Ruby Walls of Atlanta, Texas and Onita Swan of Palestine, Texas; 14 grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; and a number of other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Sarah Hosey Driskell; and his wife, Allene Williams Driskell. He was retired from ARCO, was a member of Huffines Baptist Church, and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Hanner Funeral Service of Atlanta, Texas in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 14, 2010 FRANCIS, ANTOINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Antoine Randolph "Tee" Francis, 87, a native and longtime resident of Dulac and a recent resident of Berwick, passed away at his Berwick residence Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. A time of reflection and remembrance will be from 4 to 10 p.m. today at Clanton Chapel United Methodist Church in Dulac and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Hargrave Funeral Home in Morgan City. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in the Berwick Cemetery. Military Honors to be provided by The East St. Mary Funeral Squad Inc. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lodrigue Francis; four sons, Randolph Francis and wife, Brenda, of Wedowee, Ala., Delvin Francis and wife, Angie, of Houma, Ray Francis and wife, Lisa, of Theriot, and Ted Francis and companion, Rochel, of Houma; seven sisters, Relta Lirette and husband, Barry, of Theriot, Debra Liner and husband, Gabriel Sr., of Theriot, Connie Guidry and husband, Lloyd, of Theriot, Penny Lirette and husband, Terry Sr., of Theriot, Sylvia Sanders and husband, Harvey, of Houma, Terri Ann Francis and companion, Kevin, of Theriot, and Jill Cooper and husband, Casey, of Theriot; 33 grandchildren; 24 great- grandchildren; and numerous great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Pearly Smith Francis; his parents, Louis Alcess and Corine Duthu Francis; three brothers, Clifford, Delvin and Joseph Francis; three sisters, Elnora Francis Billiot, Eva Francis Dion and Malvina Francis Landry; and one grandson, Chase Francis. Born Dec. 4, 1923, Antoine lived among his family and close friends in Dulac most of his life. As a young man, he made his living shrimping where he grew up, except for about four years when he enlisted in the service during World War II. He served with the 9th Infantry Division, and 746th Tank Battalion in Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe. He participated in the Allied Invasion of Normandy on D-Day. Upon returning home from the service, he went to work first on a shrimp boat for some time and later worked as a tugboat captain for the remaining of his working days. "Tee" spent most of his retired life fishing with his wife Mary and taking care of his small boat that he used for trawling in the nearby lakes where they enjoyed many sunrises. He also enjoyed hunting until his eyesight got bad. Antoine looked forward to the local Indian Pow-Wows for good eating and visiting with his friends whom he didn't get to see very often. His favorite times were spent with his children celebrating birthdays and special occasions where all eleven of his children made it a point to be present. His time spent fishing and hunting with his boys and nephews made for good stories handed down with a lot of good laughs. He loved the Francis Family Reunions, and was a proud member of the United Houma Nation. His fishing days with his pastor, Rev. Kirby Verret , and his dog BoBo were some of his highlights. He will be missed in a big way in the communities of Dulac and Berwick. Hargrave Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 14, 2010 FREMIN, BRENDA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Brenda Waguespack Fremin, 56, a native and resident of Schriever, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Schriever. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with cremation to follow. She is survived by her husband, Ronald J. Fremin; two daughters, Jennifer LeBlanc and husband, Michael Jr., and Tracy Price and husband, Timothy; two brothers, Lloyd Waguespack Jr. and Steve Waguespack and wife, Emelie; two sisters, Patsy Bourgeois and husband, Paul, and Wanda Roger and husband, David; two grandchildren, Blake and Kellie Price; two grand-dogs, Holly and Socks; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Waguespack Sr. and Marie Chiasson Waguespack. She enjoyed playing and singing music as a member of The Arch Angel group. She was an active member of the Catholic Daughters and The Marian Servants of the Word. In her personal time she was involved in various ways with all the churches in the Thibodaux and Houma area. She volunteered with the Haiti Mission. The family would like to thank Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, The I.C.U. and E.R. staff at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center and all family and friends for their support in this time of need. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 14, 2010 KIGER, ANNIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Annie Kiger, 53, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 11:14 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church. She is survived by three daughters, Margaret H. Mayberry and husband, John, Vanesa D. Sass and husband, Louis, and Shelli J. Doucet and fiance, Chris Glaze; one brother, Ernest Kiger; six sisters, Juanita Unger, Gustasse Verdin, Mary Jane Billiot, Janice Billiot, Irma Dardar and Sally Cheramie; and seven grandchildren, Jacob, D.J., Trey, Tyra, Austin, Holden and Joseph. She was preceded in death by her parents, Julius and Lucy Billiot Kiger; one brother, Roy Kiger; and Bernice Naquin. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 BILLIOT, LORENA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lorena Marie Billiot, 90, a native of Dulac and a resident of Gray, died at 7:50 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010. No services will be held. She is survived by one son, Paul Parfait; two daughters, Mary Elsie Dardar and Mary Parfait; one brother, Clifford Billiot; 18 grandchildren; 38 great- grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Mandy Foret Billiot; one son, Leroy Dardar; four brothers, Ozmae, Joseph "Toot", Albert, and Antoine Billiot; and one sister, Irene Billiot. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 CARTER, JAMES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== James Dale Carter, 75, a native of Lake Providence and a resident of Bourg, died at 4:07 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery. He is survived by his children, Kathleen A. Carter and companion, Mark Houston, Lisa Carter and husband, Chris Cavalier, Theresa M. Carter, James D. Carter Jr. and companion, Tammie Celotti, Keri Carter and Patrick Miner, Daniel Dusenbery, and two cats, T-Boy and Miley; his grandchildren, Kyle Carter, Matthew Thibodeaux and Danielle Thibodeaux, Basil Cavalier, Christy Cavalier, Lucus Bergeron, Beau, Elliot, Greta and Anne Dusenbery, Kelly Carter, James D. Carter III, Miles Carter, Claudia and Ashley Petrone, April Maddox, and Terry and Michelle Stephenson; his great-grandchildren, Piper and Maddox Thibodeaux, Lexi and Haiden Stephenson, Abigail and Megan Dusenbery, and Nicholas and Elaina Dusenbery; and one sister, Esther Carolyn Mai. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sally Anne Biggs Carter; his parents, Van William Carter and Martha Indiann Stapleton Carter; three brothers, William Carter, Robert Carter and Joseph Carter; eight sisters, Edna Hawthorne, Ethel Heard, Edith Carter, Ella Mae Barnes, Earnie Bell McWilliams, Eloise White, Evelyn Carter and Sally Jane White; one daughter, Patricia Gayle Dusenbery; one grandson, David Richard Grove Jr.; two dogs, Cindy and Missy; and three cats, Katis, George and Miss Kitty. James retired from Chevron Oil Company after 30 years. He loved going to his fishing camp in Toledo Bend. He served in the U.S. Air Force. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 DEMERE, SYLVIA Sylvia M. Demere, 86, a native of Chokoloskee Island, Fla. and a resident of Leeville, died at 4:11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Lighthouse Worship Center, La. 3235 in Galliano. Religious service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the center, with burial at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. She is survived by two sons, Delton Demere and wife, Mary, and Damas R. Demere and wife, Connie; one daughter, Bernice Kibodeaux; one brother, Giggs Brown; one sister, Wanda Townsand; 14 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayland F. Demere; her parents, Doc and Hilda Brown; two brothers, James Stevens and Albert Brown; one sister, Gracie June; and one grandchild. She was Pentacostal and a member of Lighthouse Worship Center. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 DUPLANTIS, LEONARD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Leonard Anthony Duplantis, 73, a native of Houma and a resident of Bayou Blue, died, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Coteau Baptist Church. He is survived by three sons, Eric Duplantis and wife, Christy, Dwayne Duplantis and wife, Cindy, Warren Duplantis and wife, Laura, all of Houma; one daughter, Sharron Collins and husband, Tom of Houma; one sister, Carolyn "Anne" Duplantis Dupre of Bayou Blue; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three nephews; three nieces; and 15 great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Easton J.B. Duplantis and Marguerite Hebert Duplantis; two nephews, Cleveland Dupre and Jerry Verrett; and one great- nephew, Drake Dupre. He was a member of the National Guard. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Leukemia Foundation. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 ESCHETE, CARL, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Carl James Eschete Sr., 48, a native and resident of Houma, died at 4:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at noon today at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Melissa Marcel Eschete; his mother, EulaMae Galliano Eschete; one son, Carl J. Eschete Jr. and wife, Casey; three daughters, Deserae A. Dickerson and husband, Joshua, Renae A. Eschete, and Cherae A. Eschete; two brothers, Lonnie and Eldon Jr. Eschete; two sisters, Debra Grow and Faye Jackson; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Eldon Paul Eschete Sr. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 FOLSE, MYRTIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Myrtis Bourgeois Folse, 93, a native of Convent and a long time resident of Raceland, passed away Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 in Oxford, Ga. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church, 349 Twin Oaks Drive in Raceland. A memorial mass will he held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, followed by internment at the mausoleum at St. Hilary. She is survived by her son, Skip Folse; along with numerous nieces and nephews of the extended Bourgeois and Folse families. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jules Bourgeois and Anna Louque of Convent; and her husband, Dr. N. J. Folse of Raceland. She was a wonderful wife, mother and homemaker and lived out her 93 years with dignity. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 PERTUIT, LUCY Lucy E. Verrett Pertuit, died at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 due to ALS. She is survived by seven children, Tommy Jr. Lebouef, Jennifer L. Weber, Charles J. Lebouef, Preston Lebouef, Michael Lebouef, Jimmy Lebouef and Victoria Pertuit Lashley. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 WASHINGTON, CLAIRE Claire Grace Washington, infant, a native and resident of Houma, died Dec. 10, 2010. Graveside Services will be held at 11 a.m. today at St. Matthews Church Cemetery in Mathews. She is survived by her parents, Mark and Orielle Washington; and one brother, Mark Anthony Breaux. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Martha N. Bradley and Richard Robertson. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Thursday, December 16, 2010 GASPARD, GEORGIANNA Georgianna L. Gaspard, 78, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Christian Family Center. Service will be at 11 a.m. at the center, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Wilkerson "Kesone" Gaspard; one son, Wilbert Gaspard and wife, Sandra; three grandchildren, Travis, Wesley and Dexter; five great-grandchildren, Megan, Necie, Sadi, Cole and Lyla; one brother, Lou Lathrope, and one sister, Doris Bouzigard. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilford and Elenca C. Lathrope; one son, Dickie Gaspard; two grandchildren, Chad and Thad Gaspard; four brothers, Wooford, Lorris, Dave and Bradford; and five sisters, Dorothy Sacco, Nora Anselme, Carrie Cheramie, Onise Galliano and Lenore Pitre. She loved to garden, work in her flower bed and go to church. She also enjoyed trawling and fishing with her husband. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 16, 2010 HERNANDEZ, MARGARET ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Margaret Hernandez, 75, a native of Donaldsonville and a resident of Napoleonville, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation will be 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at Landry's Funeral Home in Napoleonville. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Church of Assumption in Plattenville, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Harry Hernandez, two daughters, Kim Roundtree and husband, Gwain, and Karen Hebert; two sons, Brice "Boozie" Hernandez and wife, Cynthia, Wayne Hernandez and wife, Carla; seven grandchildren, Amy Roundtree Ashton, M.D., Shane Hernandez, Brian Roundtree, DDS, Paige Hernandez, Candace Hernandez, Heath Hernandez and Brennan Hebert; one great-grandchild, Peyton Ashton; and three sisters, Rita Comeaux, Bernice Boudreaux and Marion Webre. She was preceded in death by her parents, Stone Savoy and Mae Diez Savoy; two brothers, Stone "S.J." Savoy Jr. and Raymond "Ham" Savoy; one sister, Stella Savoy Simoneaux; and one grandchild, Justin Hebert. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 16, 2010 KLEINPETER, T. W. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dr. T.W. Kleinpeter, 94, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation was from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass was at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Burt Kleinpeter; one son, John Kleinpeter; one daughter, Susan K. Gravois; two sisters, Marion Kleinpeter Clark and Catherine Kleinpeter Blaylock; six grandchildren, Christy Fremin Wixon, Melissa Fremin-Daigle, Bess Fremin Bergeron, Meg Fremin Barnes, Thomas Simoneaux, and Eleanor Grace Kleinpeter; and four great-grandchildren, Haley Fremin, Claudia Wixon, Gabby Barnes and Lucas Barnes. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ewell A. Kleinpeter, M.D., and Mary Rousseau Kleinpeter; one son, Thomas W. Kleinpeter Jr.; one brother, Ewell "Booster" Kleinpeter Jr.; two sisters, Ruth K. Wray and Louella K. Swearingen. Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 16, 2010 MARCUM, KAREN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Karen Lua Whitney Marcum, 68, a native and recent resident of Prairieville, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Friday morning, Dec. 10, 2010, at her son's home in Prairieville. Family and friends are invited to the visitation from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. John the Evangelist Church, 15208 La. 73 in Prairieville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church. "LuLu" is survived by her dearly beloved husband of 20 years, Donald Marcum; her daughter, Kelly Burnett Muniz; her sons, Darin and Ricky Burnett; her stepsons, Tim and Tyler Marcum; her sister, Mary Beth Whitney Tate; her brother, Leo Whitney Jr.; and six wonderful grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Leo Whitney Sr.; her mother, Marianne Bueche Whitney; and her brother, David Whitney. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, Holy Family Home, 5300 Chester Ave., Philadelphia, PA Arrangements have been entrusted to Church Funeral Services of St. Amant, ======================= Published: Thursday, December 16, 2010 PLAISANCE MAYOLA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mayola Ledet Plaisance, 90, a native and resident of Bayou Blue, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Bayou Blue United Methodist Church, 193 Lake Long Drive in Houma. Service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Rogers Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Melvin Plaisance Jr. and wife, Rose, J.C. Plaisance and wife, Linda; three daughters, Elda Olsen and husband, Carl, Barbra, Houillon and Patricia Griffin; two sons-in-law, Lloyd "Pal" Cantrelle and Earl Roddy; one brother, Eli Ledet and wife, Eva Belle; 20 grandchildren; 21 great- grandchildren; 15 great-great grandchildren and numerous great-great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Plaisance Sr.; her parents, Elda Bergeron Ledet and Julian Ledet; her stepfather, Eli Ledet Sr.; two daughters, Jeannette Roddy and Linda Cantrelle; one son, Ronald "T.T." Plaisance; five brothers, Marvin, Curtis, Harold, Russell and Frank Ledet; two sisters, Margie Rodrigue and Cecilia Allemand and two grandchildren, Melvin Borel and Frances Annette Griffin. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 16, 2010 PHIPPS, STACY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Stacy Lynn Bardwell Phipps, 45, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived her husband of 24 years, James B. Phipps; two daughters, Courtney Phipps Lapeyrouse and husband, Brandon, and Haley Phipps; two grandchildren, Tidus and Taylon "Puddin" Lapeyrouse; her father, Willard "Eddie" Bardwell; her mother, Suzanne Matlock Bardwell; two brothers, Eddie and Bobby Bardwell; one mother-in-law, Corine Francis Paulk; one brother-in-law, Glynn "Scott" Phipps and wife, Candice; her godfather, Carroll Kraemer; six nephews; three nieces; and a great amount of friends and family. She was preceded in death by one sister, Becky Bardwell; her godmother, Zetta Kraemer; and her maternal grandparents, Ray and Ruth Matlock; and various relatives. Pallbears will be James Phipps, Courtney Phipps Lapeyrouse, Glynn "Scott" Phipps, Eddie Bardwell, Bobby Bardwell and Jessie Berthelot. Stacy was a longtime member with the Krewe of Aquarius and an avid Saints and LSU fan. She thoroughly enjoyed camping with her family and friends, painting her wooden crafts and caring for her grandchildren. She was definitely a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all. A special thanks to Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office, Acadian Ambulance Service, House of Flowers, neighbors, close friends and all who supplied the family with love and support. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 16, 2010 RICHARD, SANDRA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sandra Territa Richard, 44, a native of Assumption Parish and a resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Saturday at Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, 120 La. 3185 in Thibodaux. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the hall. She is survived by her husband, Linden Richard; her mother, Henrietta Naquin Territa; two daughters, Victoria Richard Bruce and Hannah Richard; one brother, Joe Territa; and two sisters, Virginia Cunningham and Darlene Montz. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Territa; and one sister, JoAnn Chiasson. Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 16, 2010 SCOTT, ISMAY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ismay LeCompte Scott, 75, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died at 3:42 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in Holy Family cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Oliver Peter Scott of Houma; two sons, Nelson Duplantis Jr. and wife, Richelle, of Houma and Joey Duplantis of St. Petersburg, Fla.; one stepson, Brent Scott and wife, Janelle, of Houma; two daughters, Connie Dupre and Angela McCoy and husband, Steve, all of Houma; one stepdaughter, Ronitta Lirette and husband, Roy, of Houma; four brothers, Elton LeCompte, Allen LeCompte, Franklin LeCompte and James LeCompte, all of Houma; five sisters, Irma Hebert of Bayou Blue, Mary Jane Spurgin of Houma, Margie Duplantis of Houma, Cecile Allemand of Houston and Marlene Chauvin of Houma; seven grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and 14 step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Nelson Duplantis; her parents, Ferdinand LeCompte and Eva Fanguy LeCompte; one stepson, Michael Scott and one brother, Ferdinand LeCompte. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 BENOIT, BERNICE Bernice "Lulu" Benoit, 91, a native and resident of Chackbay, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor church in Chackbay. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two daughters, Shane Wheeler and Tria Benoit; one son-in-law, Jerome Benoit; one stepsister, Nellie Theriot; six grandchildren, J. David Wheeler, Kelly Stuckey, Krystal Thompson, Ryan Benoit, Brook Benoit and Jessica Chiasson and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry D. Benoit; her parents, Eddie J. Ponvelle and Magnolia Ponvelle; one son, Phanor "Coe" Benoit; one granddaughter, Robin Wheeler; one son-in-law, Wilbur Wheeler; one grandson-in-law, Michael Thompson and two sisters, Orazon Becnel and Earline Hotard. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 CHAMPTON, MILTON, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Milton Joseph "Champ" "Mickey" Champton Jr., 72, a native of Union and a resident of Houma, died at 1:16 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Houma. A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Poche Champton; two sons, Milton III and wife, Kelly, of Schriever, and Steven and fiance, Syd, of Houma; four daughters, Denise Saucier and husband, Michael, of Gheens, Wilhelmina Dusse and husband, Thomas, of Marietta, Ga., Melissa Ledet and husband, Troy, and Sheila Horrigan and husband, Roy, of Houma; 10 grandchildren, Ryan Saucier, Amanda Dusse, Jeremy Champton, Brandon Saucier, Brittany Champton, Christopher Dusse, Courtney Champton, Megan, Madison, and Maya Ledet; five step-grandchildren, Sarah, Victoria, Rachel, and Alexis Horrigan; one sister, Margaret Tabrary of Metairie; and two step-sisters, Ruth Mae Theriot and Ann Pertuit. He was preceded in death by his parent, Milton and Wilhelmina Lambert Champton; one granddaughter, Angel Marie Ledet; and one stepbrother, Larry Pertuit. He was an Army veteran, past Grand Knight of St. Bernadette Knights of Columbus and Past Area C Coordinator, and Past Faithful Navigator of the A.J. Caillouet 4th degree assembly. He was a maintenance supervisor for Patterson Truck Line. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Bernadette Church renovations. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 at CHARPENTIER, LORENA Lorena Virginia Gisclair Charpentier, 95, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 8:35 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with entombment to follow in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by four daughters, Ethel C. Caillouet, Margie C. Davenport and husband, Richard, Ruby C. Danos and husband, Raymond, and Jerrie C. Tyler and husband, Wayne; one sister, Mildred G. Cheramie; 15 grandchildren, 23 great- grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elo Charpentier; her parents, Dominick Gisclair and Laura Prejean Gisclair; one daughter, Myrtle C. Orgeron; three brothers, Lorris, Henry and Melvin Gisclair and two sisters, Henrietta Gisclair and Rita Gisclair. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 FAUCHEUX, GILBERT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gilbert A. "Bert" Faucheux, 77, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Thomas the Aquinas Catholic Church in Thibodaux. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Winnie Rodrigue Faucheux; two daughters, Rebecca "Becky" Toups and Nadine "Deany" Hebert; two sons, Jeffrey and Jason Faucheux; one sister, Mrs. Edgardo R. "Millie" Diaz; one son-in-law, George; two daughters-in-law, Tracy and JoAnn; seven grandchildren, Bambi, Trent, Cody, Ross, Rosalyn, Janson, and Jessie; five great-grandchildren, Ally, Zaylee, Austin, Grace and Emily; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruby Lagarde Faucheux and Golbert Alfred Faucheux; two brothers, Randolph J. Faucheux Sr. and Justin M. Faucheux; and a great-grandson, Zander and a great-grandaughter, Angel. He was a devoted husband of 54 years, self employed and an avid fisherman. He was well-known and well liked for his out going personality. He leaves his family with a legacy of laughter and love. Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 HILL, GAYLE Gayle Marie Hill, 48, a native of Raceland and resident of Boutte, died Thursday, December 09, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m to funeral time Saturday at Morning Star Baptist Church in Raceland. Religious Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Norris Hill, of Boutte; one son, Darrell Price and wife, Brandi, of Ama, La; three sisters, Betty Jean and husband, Nolan Young, Adweena Price and Sherry Price, all of Raceland; three brothers, Michael and wife, Bessie Mae Price and Jerome Price of Raceland and Dale and wife, Eva Price, of Houma; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie Jr. and Louvenia Price; three brothers, Willie Price III, Milton Price Sr. and Ronald Lee Price and her grandparents, Ernestine and Jim Murray and Willie Sr. and Rosie Price. She was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 MOORE, CONSTIA Constia Moore, 2, a native and resident of Donaldsonville, died Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Visitation was held from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Donaldsonville. Service was at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, conducted by Rev. Wilma Jackson, with burial in Mt. Cavalry Baptist Cemetery in St. James. She is survived by her mother, Teonsha Cole; her father, Bertell Moore; one twin sister, Berthia Moore and her maternal and paternal grandparents. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 ORDOYNE, JIMMIE, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jimmie "Slim" Ordoyne Sr., 64, a native of Nairn and resident of Raceland, died at 9:58 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in Sunset Cemetery in Bayou Gauche. He is survived by one son, Jimmie "Smoky" Ordoyne Jr. and wife, Patina; one daughter, Georgina Meaux and husband, Mark; two brothers, Gilbert and Tony Ordoyne; three sisters, Virgie LeBouef, Geraldine Crepell and Rose LeBlanc; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frand "Red" Ordoyne and Louise Marie Bergeron. Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 PERTUIT, LUCY Lucy Verrett Pertuit, 63, a native of Houma and resident of Tylertown, Miss, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. Visitation was held from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tylertown. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. at the church, with Rev. Martin Gillespie officiating. Burial will be in the Pertuit family cemetery. She is survived by her mother-in-law, Agnes Zeringue Pertuit of Raceland; three daughters, including Victoria Pertuit Lashley and husband, Christopher, of Tylertown and Rhonda Hoogeveen Roddy and husband, Sidney Jr., of Raceland; five sons; three brothers, Henry Verrett Sr. and wife, Michelle, of Raceland, Curtis Verrett Sr. of Bayou Dularge, Berwick Verrett and wife, Alfia "Fefe," of Houma; one sister, DeAnna V. Boudreaux and husband, Wilbert, of Houma; two grandchildren, Phillip M. Lirette and Roy Lirette, and other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Pertuit Jr.; one brother, Roy Verrett Sr. and her father-in-law, Jessie Pertuit Sr. She was a homemaker. Pallbearers will be Chris Lashley, Sidney Roddy Jr., Phillip Lirette, Roy Lirette, Tab Badeaux and Wilbert Boudreaux. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Mrs. Pertuit's caregivers, Lillie Mark, Neoder Brister, Karen Ellzey, Lisa Pittman, Kantankia Garner and Nurse Angie Pittman. Hartman-Hughes Funeral Home of Tylertown is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 SANDERS, GERALD, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gerald Henry Sanders Sr., 89, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houma, died at 1:29 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Service will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by four sons, Steven Sanders and wife, Pamela, of Lafayette, Gerald Sanders Jr. and wife, Gene Ellen, of Chauvin, Glen Sanders and wife, Nancy, of Houma and Patrick Scales of Houma; four daughters, Joy Chaisson and late husband, Merton Chaisson Sr. of Chauvin, Judy Martin and husband, Keith, of Gray, Brigitte Crespo and husband, Ronald, of Humble, Texas and Patricia Scales of Houma; two sisters, Rosemary Facquet and late husband, Phillip, of Metairie and Carmen "Cookie" Barrere and late husband, Robert "Skinny," of Waveland, Miss.; 14 grandchildren, Merton Chaisson Jr., Stephanie Chaisson, Mark Chaisson, Gerald Sanders III, James Sanders, Thomas Crochet III, Nicole Vidal, Andrew Sanders, Adam Sanders, Ryan Sanders, Brett Babin, Bradley Tabor, Anthony Voisin and Brianna Scales; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jerald Henry Sanders and Elizabeth Lannes Sanders; two brothers, Raymond Sanders and Francis "Weedie" Sanders and one grandchild, Mark Quick Jr. He was employed by Reliable Service Co. of Houma and a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 WEST, NATHANIEL Nathaniel West, 64, a native of Mathews and resident of Avondale, passed away Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010 at West Jefferson Medical Center after a short illness. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at the Westside Leitz- Eagan Funeral Home in Marrero. A Baha'i Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m., with interment to follow at Morning Star Baptist Church Cemetery in Raceland. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Joan Fries West of Avondale; three brothers, his twin, Nathan West, of Austin, Texas, Rolando Bradley and wife, Tracie and Elton Bradley and wife, Barbara, both of Raceland; five sisters, Linda White and husband, Rodney Sr. of Paradis, Carolyn Bland and husband, Adam Lee, Debra Wheaton and husband, William, Vivian Bradley and Sandra Johnson, all of Raceland; a maternal uncle, Sidney Charles, of Raceland and numerous other relatives and friends. West was born on Dec. 29, 1946 as the first of identical twins. At age 17, he was paralyzed by an accidental gunshot wound and was confined to a wheelchair thereafter. He often said that because the accident changed the direction of his life forever, he felt blessed by God. An independent and determined person, he finished high school while in the hospital. In 1971, while attending college in Clarksdale, Miss., he met his wife, Joan Fries, of Oshkosh, Wis. They were married in Clarksdale in 1972. Although they had no children, they hoped their union might serve as an example of the power of love and unity. In 1980, he received a Bachelor of Science degree from Our Lady of Holy Cross College in New Orleans. He worked for the Social Security Administration in Terrytown as a contact representative from 1991 until he began kidney dialysis in 2004. He loved his work and took great pride and joy in serving others, especially the elderly and persons in distress. He learned how to drive a conversion van, which gave him a wonderful sense of freedom. He became a Baha'i in 1970 and spent the rest of his life trying to live in such a way that his deeds would be a testament to his faith. At the time of his death, he was a member of the Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of West Jefferson Parish. He was a man of great inner strength and faith, sensitive to the needs of others, quiet, non-judgmental, with a ready smile and infectious laugh. He will be missed. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. 2============================================================================== Published: Saturday, December 18, 2010 CALLAIS, TERRENCE, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Terrence "Terry" Callais Sr., 66, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died Friday, Dec. 17, at 4 a.m. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. The service will be held at noon at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Rousse Callais; one son, Tate Callais; one daughter, Kelly Callais Adams and husband, David; one daughter-in-law, Melanie Mayet Callais; four brothers, Evans "Jr." Callais, Gary "Black" Callais, James "Jimmy" Callais and "Dickie" Callais; two sisters, Barbara C. McGinn and Gayle C. Brister; and four grandchildren, Kaleb Adams, Kaylene Adams, Carlie Callais and Marissa M. Lasseigne. He was preceded in death by his parents, Evans J. Sr. and Anna Chouest Callais; and one son, Terrence E. "Possum" Callais Jr. He loved to trawl, go to the casino, play football with his grandson and cook with his granddaughters. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.= ======================= Published: Saturday, December 18, 2010 SAVOIE, LUCILLE DANOS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lucille "Kate" Danos Savoie, 84, a native of Montegut and a resident of Houma, died Friday, Dec. 17, at 1:42 a.m. Visitation will be 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. The service will be noon Monday at the funeral home, with burial in Bisland Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Louis Savoie Jr. and wife, Bonnie, and Perry Savoie and wife, Bernadette; one daughter, Lynette Dhuet; seven grandchildren, Perry Pellegrin, Tim Savoie, Sara Savoie, Dodie Yelverton, Kelly Savoie, Dana Henry and Amy Savoie; eight great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Una Naquin, Lucy Naquin and Elsie Rodrigue. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Savoie Sr.; her parents, Clemille Danos and Felecie Charpentier Danos; one sister, Cecile Neil; two brothers, Joseph Danos Jr. and Roy Danos; and one infant son and one infant daughter. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 18, 2010 JACQUET, STANLEY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Stanley Ray Jacquet, 44, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Religious service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survive by his wife, Paula M. Jacquet of Bedford, Texas; his father, Joseph Jacquet, of Broussard; one daughter, Keiyona Jacquet, of Grand Prairie, Texas; one stepson, Etumie Morris, of Arlington, Texas; one sister, Della Holden and husband, Kevin, of Grand Prairie, Texas; four brothers, Steve Johnson and wife, Rosetta, of Dallas, Michael Johnson and wife, Carol, of Fort Worth, Texas, and Ricky Jacquet and Dennis Jacquet, both of Thibodaux; and one sister, Denise Jacquet. He was preceded in death by his mother, Thelma Jacquet. He was a member of Moses Baptist Church. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 18, 2010 LEDET HELEN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Helen Cheramie Ledet, 80, a native of Galliano and a resident of Raceland, died Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the church with Monsignor Donald Ledet officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by her husband, Gilbert Ledet; one son, Jimmy Ledet; two daughters, Patricia Pitre and husband, Errol, and Tisa Hill and husband, Myron; five grandchildren, Lonnie and Chris Pitre, Erica Autin, Zack Hill and Brodi Hill; two great-grandchildren, Sammie and Aubree Pitre; and two sisters, Venice Breaux and Betty Terrebonne. She was preceded in death by her parents, Levy and Sedonia Ledet Cheramie; four brothers, Ramsey, Volca, Antoine and Harding Cheramie; and three sisters, Elmire Guidry, Hilda Hebert and Irene Melancon. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church and a member of VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 3665 of Raceland. She was an avid supporter of St. Mary School and church and loved cooking and collecting cookbooks. She was a devoted wife and mother. Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 18, 2010 WASHINGTON, STANLEY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Stanley Philip Washington, 72, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, in Kansas City, Mo. Visitation will be from 9 a.m to funeral time Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the church with burial in Deweyville Cemetery in Houma. He is survived by one son, Kenneth Washington and wife, Rebecca, of Houma; one daughter, Regina Lastiee of Kansas City, Mo.; two brothers, Louis Washington and Nolan Washington, both of Thibodaux; two sisters, Emelda Williams of Omaha, Neb., and Carrie Ellis of Thibodaux; two grandchildren; and three great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Sr. and Mary Alice Lee Washington; three brothers, Willie Washington Sr., Norman Washington and Hollis Washington Sr.; and one sister Edith Johnson. He was Catholic. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Sunday, December 19, 2010 GUGLIELMO, DOROTHY Dorothy "Fay" Boucvalt Guglielmo, 94, a native of Lutcher, longtime resident of Norco and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation will be from 10:30 until funeral time Monday at Alexander Funeral Home in Norco. Service will be held at noon Monday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Charles Borromeo Mausoleum in Destrehan. She is survived by two sons, David Guglielmo and wife, Judy, and Mark Guglielmo; two daughters, Kathleen G. Pullaro and husband, Eddie, and Ellen G. Hufft and husband, Harry; seven grandchildren, Jan P. Glavin, Bryan Pullaro and wife, Denise, Aimee G. Kinney and husband, James, Jill P. Bergeson and husband, Bobby, Matthew Hufft, Cary Guglielmo and wife, Becky, and Meghan H. Cox and husband, John; 12 great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Audrey and Eldridge Boucvalt; and two brothers-in-law, Vergil Carriere and Jules Guglielmo. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis P. Guglielmo; her parents, Gabriel and Elizabeth Roth Boucvalt; one sister, Mildred Hankins Clark; and two brothers, Roy Boucvalt and Lawrence Boucvalt. She enjoyed the last four years of her life in Houma at the Suites of Sugarmill Point where she was cared for by family and a loving staff. Alexander Funeral Home of Norco is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 19, 2010 GUILFO, TROY, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Troy Guilfo Sr., 43, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010, at his residence. Funeral services were held Dec. 18 at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church in Napoleonville, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Linda J. Guilfo of Napoleonville; one son, Troy Guilfo Jr. of Paincourtville; two brothers, Mark C. and wife, Yvonne Guilfo, of Fort Worth, Texas, and Keyan D. Guilfo of Napoleonville; one nephew; and a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Antoine "Baby Boy" Guilfo; and his maternal and paternal grandparents. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville was in charge of arrangements, 369-7231. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 19, 2010 HARRINGTON, DORIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Doris B. Harrington, 80, passed away at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010, at Eastridge Nursing facility in Abbeville, surrounded by her family and listening to her favorite Cajun music. The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Delhomme Funeral Home of Lafayette. Funeral service will be held Tuesday in the Delhomme Chapel of the Flowers. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Roxanne and Ted Thompson of Harrison, Ark.; her daughter and son-in-law, Marlene and Raymond Perry of Indian Bayou; her son, Stephen Harrington of Lafayette; her daughter and son-in-law, Ruth and Tom Szolis of Walker; her son, Randy Harrington of Lafayette; her grandchildren, Trista and Ben Curtis of San Antonio, Shelly and Greg James of Harrison, Ark., Danny Fortier of Broussard, Macie and Damon Zoble of Broussard, Carmen Harrington of Monroe, Claire Harrington of Monroe, Garrett Harrington of Lafayette, Brian, Chance and Desire Szolis of Walker, and Sara and Osmon Velasquez of Gretna; and four great-grandchildren, Zoe Fortier, Riley Zoble, Aiden Zoble and Benjamin Valesquez. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband John D. Harrington; and her brother, Elgin Bourgeois. Mrs. Harrington, a resident of Lafayette, was born on Nov. 20, 1930, and was the daughter of the late Moise and Lucille Matherne Bourgeois. Doris was born and raised in Raceland where she met her husband, John, who was working for Humble Oil Company in Grand Isle. There they began their family until he was transferred to Lafayette in 1963. She started working for H&R Block as a tax preparer and later became the manager of the branch. She went into business for herself and did taxes for approximately 38 years up until the time of her illness. She was also a member of the Holy Cross Sodality and acted as Treasurer for many years. Her favorite pastimes were playing Pokeno, traveling to Branson, Mo., and listening to our local Cajun bands. She became friends with many of them and even could tell you the names of their wives and children and sometimes their grandchildren. Delhomme Funeral Home of Lafayette is in charge of funeral arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 19, 2010 JONES LAWRENCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lawrence "Cashier" Jones, 47, a native of Labadieville and a resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010 at Chateau Terrebonne Health Care in Houma. Funeral services were held Dec. 18 at Christ Baptist Church Cathedral at 615 Church St. in Thibodaux, with burial at Halfway Cemetery in Houma. He leaves to cherish his memories his mother, Edna Mae Jones of Houston; one son, Lawrence Sir Anthony Marts of Thibodaux; four sisters, Cynthia M. Jones of Thibodaux, Rose M. Tyler of Houma, Eva J. and husband, Oliver Nana, and Catina M. Jones of Houston; two brothers, the Rev. Lloyd L. and wife, Michelle Jones, of Thibodaux, and Floyd Jones of Labadieville; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Lawrence Jones Sr.; one niece, Chelsea Lynn Jones; one nephew, Clearance Jones; one aunt, Grace Williams; and his grandparents, Clearence and Edna Miller, Walter Jones and Theresa Sanders. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Thibodaux was in charge of arrangements, ======================= Published: Sunday, December 19, 2010 SPURGIN, EVERETT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Everett Marmaduke Spurgin, 71, a native of Alabama and a resident of Houma, died at 12:26 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Religious service will be held at noon Monday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane LeCompte Spurgin of Houma; one son, David Spurgin of Lafayette; two daughters, Lisa Vegas and husband, Luigi, of Houma, and Cheryl Fondino and husband, Michael, of Prairieville; two sisters, Dessie Sims of Wildwood, Ga., and Grace Marie Robbins and husband, Charles, of Hammond; and six grandchildren, Dante' Vegas, Dominic Vegas, Isabella Fondino, Jake Spurgin, Maya Spurgin and Lisa Ann Vegas nee Spurgin of Houma. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marmaduke Spurgin and Minnie Mae Spurgin; one brother, Carl Spurgeon; and one sister, Ruby Jewell Blackwell. Everett's family sincerely thanks those who gave him the kind and compassionate care that he so truly deserved: Dr. Russell Henry, Annette Windham, and the Internal Medicine Clinic staff; Michelle and Gwen from TGMC's Pulmonary Rehab Unit; and the nurses and aides at Physicians' Alliance Hospital. The family appreciates the spiritual guidance and support of Mr. Rene Rhodes and the Rev. Glenn LeCompte. His entire family and his friends were loving and supportive throughout his life and especially during his illness. His days were always brightened by their visits and their calls. Everett was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed the company of his family and friends. He brought joy, happiness, love and tremendous laughter to everyone he encountered. Children brought special joy to his life. His affection for others was often evidenced by his practical jokes. He will be fondly remembered by many for the gift of laughter that he so generously shared. Although he is no longer of this world, he is not really gone; he has left a small part of himself in all the lives he touched. He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to a charity of one's choice. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 19, 2010 THERIOT DELLIA Dellia Dean Theriot, 96, a native of Dulac and a resident of Belle Chasse, died peacefully at home Friday, Dec. 10, 2010. Services were held Dec. 15 in Belle Chasse. She is survived by three daughters, Theresa and husband, John Mire, Ann and husband, Jim Peeples, and Jane and husband, Karl Melling; four grandsons; four great-grandchildren; five nieces; and three nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Theriot Sr.; one son, Frank Theriot Jr.; her parents, John and Emily Dean; two sisters, Edna Parfait and Ida Fazzio; one brother, Camille Dean; and two nephews, Julius Fazzio and Melvin Parfait. ============================================================================== Published: Monday, December 20, 2010 BABIN, REGGIE, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Reggie Joseph Babin Jr., 51, a selfless, giving husband, best friend, dedicated father and adored grandpaw, finished his work on this earth and returned home to his heavenly father after a courageous three year battle with cancer at 11:15 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Houma. Beloved husband of 31 years to Glenda Scott Babin; loving father of Christopher Babin and companion, Jessica Young, Stephanie Molinere and husband, Lindsey; and devoted uncle to Charmaine Ard and husband, David. Sadly missed by his granddaughters, Makayla, Yasmine and Dione; son of Ouida Babin; brother to Kelly Babin and wife, Stacey, Denise Bourque and husband, Jerry, Natalie Martin and husband, Tony, and Millie Babin; and numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Reggie Babin Sr.; and his grandparents, Essie Babin and Eden Robichaux Babin Duplantis, and Gracien LeCompte and Amelia LeBouef LeCompte. Reggie always made his family top priority. He never broke a promise, made a commitment he couldn't keep, and would drop absolutely anything to help anyone in his family. Every member of his family knows how much he loves and adores them. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 20, 2010 CARTER, MARTHA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Martha Ann Carter, 62, a native of Belle Rose and a resident of Paincourtville, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010 at Assumption Community Hospital. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Klotzville, with a rosary at 10 a.m. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church conducted by the Rev. John Osom, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Leslie and wife, Teresita Carter of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, Terence Carter of Paincourtville, and Darius and wife, Angela Carter of Port Arthur, Texas; one grandchild, Amaya "CeCe" Carter of Port Arthur; four sisters, Patricia and Doris Myles of Kenosha, Wis., Norma and husband, Alvin Patterson of Paincourtville, and Janice and husband, Michael Henry of Bloomington, Ill.; three brothers, Attorney Allen Myles, Wayne and wife, Brenda Myles, all of Baton Rouge, and Kevin and wife, Sonja Myles of Chesterfield, Mich.; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Dorothy Myles; three brothers, Edward, Clarence and Lawrence Myles; and two sisters, Rita Simmons and Vera Williams. She was a retired LPN. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 20, 2010 COLLINS, ROGERS, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rogers J. "Jay" Collins Jr., 57, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 2:40 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. He is survived by his companion, Molly T. Duet; his mother, Ruby Navarre Collins; stepson, Sammy Duet and wife, Laura; stepdaughter, Christie L. Duet; five brothers, Paul Collins and wife, Laura, Patrick Collins, James Collins and wife, Yvonne, David Collins and wife, Kelly, and Peter Collins and wife, Denise; one sister, Emily Serigna and husband, Phil; one stepgrandson, Michael Cheramie; 14 nieces and nephews; and nine great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Rogers J. "Nigee" Collins Sr.; and his grandparents, Leonise and Aramis Collins, and Alvin Sr. and Julie Navarre. He was Catholic. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 20, 2010 DAIGLE, IRVING, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Irving Pierre "Sammy" Daigle Jr.,82, a native and resident of Houma, died at 12:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Martin Daigle of Houma; two sons, Terry Daigle of Houma and Mark Daigle and wife, Debbie of Houma; one daughter-in-law, Gayle Daigle of Marrero; one sister, Peggy Vacarro and late husband Paul of Houma; three grandchildren, Timothy Daigle and wife, Monica, of Houma, Michelle Dufrene and husband, David, of Metairie, and Tyler Daigle of Houma; and three great-grandchildren, Brooke Lombard, Matthew Dufrene and Philip Daigle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Irving Pierre Daigle and Gladys Trosclair Daigle; his stepmother, Odessa Jolet Daigle; one son, Philip Daigle; and one brother, Ronald Daigle. He was retired from Texaco. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He was a past member of the Jaycess, and Krewe of Terranians. He was also a life member of the Marine Corp League. An avid bowler, he loved to fish and hunt. He enjoyed being with his friends and family. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 20, 2010 DEHART, MINOUS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Minous DeHart 79, was born in Bayou Dularge and a longtime resident of Berwick, passed away Friday, Dec. 17, 2010 in Morgan City. A time of remembrance and reflection will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Hargrave Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Graveside services will be conducted in the Morgan City Cemetery by the East St. Mary Veterans Funeral Squad in honor of the service Minous gave to his country. Minous is survived by his dearly beloved wife of 24 wonderful years, Kay Francis DeHart, of Berwick; three sons, Randy and wife, Charlene DeHart, of Spring, Texas, Terry and wife, Denise Gaspar of Stephensville, and Timmy and wife, Debbie Gaspar of Patterson; four daughters, Janet and husband, JD Houghton of Patterson, Ruthie and husband, Jerry Comeaux of Morgan City, Carol Jean and husband, Greg Leger Sr. of Morgan City, and Susan and husband, Glenn Adams of Berwick; one sister, Marianne Fabre; 12 grandchildren; and 16 great- grandchildren. Minous was preceded in death by his parents, Eldridge and Sarah DeHart; and three brothers, Elton, Jerry, and David DeHart. Minous was born July, 12, 1931. He loved his family without limits. He was very proud of all and did whatever to show his love for them. He cared, supported, and provided for a family that loved and respected him dearly. If there was ever a father and a friend it was Minous. After 34 years of service as a surveyor for Shell Oil, he retired to spend additional time with his family and enjoy his hobbies. He fished, shrimped and trapped nutria as he loved the outdoors. Minous was a proud United States Army veteran who served his country in the Korean Conflict. Minous will be tremendously missed by all who has known and loved him, especially his family. We love you dearly. Hargrave Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 DAVIS, JAMES Last Modified: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. James "Eddie" Davis, 69, a native of DeFuniak Springs, Fla. and a resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010. A family gathering will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at 212 Nora T. Lane in Thibodaux, 70301. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Souwers Davis; one son, Jimmy Davis; two daughters, Wendy McNeill and Kristy Davis; two sisters, Edna Hash and Pat Miller; and four grandchildren, Sierra Davis, Cody Marsh, Joshua Davis and Taylor McNeill. He was preceded in death by his parents, Helton Davis and Lexie Best Davis; six brothers, Dewitt, L.C., Buddy, Donald, Frank and Mac Davis; and three sisters, Linda Baker, Azelle Davis and Maggie Woodall. Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 FRANCIS, IVY, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ivy Steven Francis Sr., 50, a resident of Houma, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. He is survived by three children, Angel, Monique and Ivy Jr.; one grandson; and other family members. He was preceded in death by his mother and father. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 GUIDRY, CECILE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Cecile "NaNan" Guidry, 87, a native of Grand Caillou and a resident of Houma, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial at Rogers Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by three sisters, Rita Lodrigue, Donita Lacabon and Walterine Lacabon Billiot; her extended family, Cathy Parfait, Timothy Verrett, Shena Samanie, Mandy Fitch, Cody Foret; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Olden J. Guidry; her parents, Josephine Florence Lodrigue Lacabon and Justillian William Lacabon; one daughter, Mary Jane Guidry; three brothers, Joseph Albert Lacabon, Sydney Lacabon and Joseph Justillian Lacabon; three sisters, Eunice Billiot, Bessie Lodrigue, Lorrain Parfait; and numerous nieces and nephews. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 HARRIS, SHERRY Sherry Hester Harris, a native and resident of Raceland, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Mount Zion Baptist Church in Raceland. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in Young Ladies Benevolent Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by her husband, Daniel Harris of Boutte; one son, Lamont Hester of Raceland; one godson; five brothers, Warren Hester III and wife, Barbara, Brandon Hester and companion, Trisha Triggs, Robert Hester, Corey Hester, and Kerry Hester and wife, Mary Lee all of Raceland; nine daughters, Cynthia Robinson, Angela Hester, Jeannie Hester, Tonja Hester, LaDonja Hester, Alyssia Hester, Tamika Hester, Jacqueline Hester and Keesha Hester all of Raceland; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Warren Jr. and Audrey Hester; one brother, David Hester Sr.; one sister, Tasha Hester; her grandparents, John W. Young, Iram Young, Warren Hester Sr. and Irene Hester. She was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 HEBERT, MARY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mary Aucoin Hebert, 90, a native of Assumption Parish and a resident of Houma, died at 10:52 p.m. Sunday, Dec.19, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Dennis Hebert Jr. and wife, Mary, of Houma; one daughter, Amanda Boudreaux and husband, Audie, of Houma; four grandchildren, Nicole Linton and husband, Mike, of Houma, Ben Hebert and wife, Heide, of North Carolina, Tracy Boudreaux and fiance', Nick Bascle, of Houma, and Kurt Boudreaux and wife, Edie, of Fruita, Colo.; and six great-grandchildren, Kimberly Linton of Houma, Brooke Hebert of North Carolina, Lainee Piazza of Houma, and Blaine, Seth and Tyler Boudreaux, of Fruita, Colo. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis P. Hebert Sr.; her parents, Ignace Nicholas Aucoin and Azema Amanda Landry Aucoin; her grandaughter, Sean Hebert; her great-granddaughter, Courtney Boudreaux; three brothers, Roy, Clifford and Roland Aucoin; and one sister, Margaret Aucoin. She was a homemaker and a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 HESELTINE, PAUL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Paul "Doc" Heseltine, 60, a native of Chicago and a resident of Galliano, died at 2:03 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. A memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. He is survived by two sons, Paul Heseltine and Dain Heseltine; two daughters, Channon Heseltine, and Cari Jarreau and husband, Michael; two brothers, Bob Moffatt and John Boss; two sisters, Betty Siles and Marsha Hawthorne; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Douglas and Pauline M. Heseltine; and one daughter, Denise Mary Heseltine. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 HESTER, DALE Dale Hester, 91, a native of Crowley and a resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 1 p.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home in Crowley. Dismissal services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home, with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery in Crowley. He is survived by two daughters, Peggy Grant and husband, James; and Joan Melancon and husband, Dale; and three grandchildren, Jennifer Grant DeHart, Alex Melancon and Gretchen Melancon. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Powell Hester; and his parents, John and Ruth Hester. He was a Louisiana teacher for more than 40 years, teaching for many years at Crowley High School. After obtaining his master's in math from USL, he moved to Thibodaux, and taught at Nicholls State University. He served as a U.S. Navy pilot in World War II, seeing combat in the Pacific Theater. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW. He retired from the naval air corps with the rank of lieutenant commander. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 PELLEGRIN, DOLORES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dolores Davis Pellegrin, 73, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. She is survived by one daughter, Denise Pellegrin of Houma; two sons, Robert Pellegrin of Houma, and Craig Pellegrin and wife, Kim, of Houma; one grandchild, Krissy Savoie; two great-grandchildren, Tamalee Savoie and Stephen Savoie Jr.; one brother, James H. Davis; and one sister, Wanda Maronge. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Harrison Davis and Lily Haddad Davis; her husband, Glenn John Pellegrin; and one brother, William T. Davis. She was a secretary at the Registrar of Voters Office for the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Goverment. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 PORCHE, GILBERT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gilbert "Gilbo" Mark Porche, 58, a native of Bayou Blue and resident of Houma, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m.today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial in Matherne Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Theresa Landry Porche; two sons, Gilbert "Buster" Porche II and wife, Sarah, and Terry "Digger" Porche and fiancee, Naomi Voisin; one daughter, Tammy Porche and fiance,' Timothy Pulley; nine grandchildren, Harlie, Camryn, Karlie, William, Darcie, Mara, Landon "Pete", Georgiana and Colton; two sisters, Darlene Bergeron and Faith Boudreaux; and his uncle, Earl Savoie, and wife, Morine. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey John "Pete" Porche and Georgia Savoie Porche; one sister, Pomela A. Porche; and one brother, Dewey John "Sonny" Porche Jr. Gilbo was a member of Unity Lodge No. 267 and The Scottish Rite, Jerusalem Temple, in New Orleans. He was past president of the Houma Shrine Club and past captain of the Houma motorcycle escort unit. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 SMITH, JOHN, JR. John W. Smith Jr., 57, a native of Houma and a resident of Evergreen, Ala., died Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. today in Halfway Cemetery. He is survived by two daughters, Wendy Griffin of Gray and Tanya A. Smith of Thibodaux; five brothers, Jerome Smith, Herman J. Smith, Willie K. Smith, Ronnie Smith and wife, Shontae, and Carlos Smith and wife, Lavika, all of Evergreen, Ala.; and three sisters, Phyllis Williams of Houma, Mildred E. Smith of Evergreen and Cassandra Johnson of Laurel, Miss. He was preceded in death by his parents, John W. Smith Sr. and Dorothy L. Allen and Leroy Allen; four brothers, Roger Allen, Kevin Williams, Joe Allen and Henry Allen; and one sister, Priscilla Green. He was Baptist. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 WALLACE, PEARL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Pearl Wallace, 85, a native of Zachary and a resident of Morgan City, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Free Ministry in Morgan City. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the ministry, with burial at Triumph Baptist Church in Gibson. She is survived by one daughter, Joyce Diggs and husband, Warren of Morgan City; one grandson, Marvin Lee; and one great-grandson, Gavyn Lee. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Lubertha Wallace; four sisters, Gertrude Carter, Sarah Wallace, Mary Wallace and Ola Dent; four brothers, John, Phillip, Gus and Redus Wallace; and one granddaughter, Jocelynn Smart Diggs. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 ADAMS, ISABEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Isabel Joseph Adams, a native and former longtime resident of Lockport and New Orleans, died peacefully on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 in Lafayette. A funeral mass was held Dec. 17 in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., with interment at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Albert J. Adams Jr., one sister, Josephine John; one stepdaughter, Jean Higgins and husband, Bill; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Habib and Zahia Nicola Joseph; four brothers, Isaac, Fred, Joe and Emile; and one sister, Celima J. Ferniany. She was a parishioner of St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church and worked many years at the family business of H. Joseph Sons in Lockport. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her honor may be sent to Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 ALLEN, ESSIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Essie Mae Allen, 72, a native of Labadieville, former resident of New Orleans and resident of Houston following Hurricane Katrina, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010, at East Houston Regional Medical Center. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Mark Baptist Church in Labadieville conducted by the Rev. Lionel Green, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Derrick Allen and Elbert Allen Jr. of New Orleans; three daughters, Cathora Elizabeth Brown of Long Beach, Calif., Tracy Louise Parker and Yolanda Allen of Richmond, Calif.; five sisters, Julia Johnson, Janett Knox, Eula Mae Herbert, Eulia Albert and Mary Lu Thomas; three brothers, Irvin, Harry and Levy Waller; 12 grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Allen Sr.; her parents, Stella and Edward Waller Sr.; two sons, Steven and Curtis Waller; and two brothers, Edward Waller Jr. and Ellis Waller. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 ANDERSON, ASHLEY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ashley Anderson, 26, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Religious service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her companion, Torrence Nelson of Thibodaux; her parents, Curtis and wife, Danelle Johnson and Tracy Anderson of Thibodaux; her stepfather, Malcolm Bell of Thibodaux; one son, Tyrel Anderson of Thibodaux; one daughter, Aatyra Anderson of Thibodaux; one godchild; three brothers, Quinton Anderson, Jamarkus Gray and Curtis Johnson Jr.; three sisters, Angela Myles, Tra'Laya Anderson and Kiante' Johnson; and her grandparents, Alice Anderson, Helen and husband, James Terry, Harry Soco and Mathew Johnson. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Clarence Anderson, Evelyn Johnson, Ophelia Daniels and Olevia Wright. She was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 BIENVENU, ELSIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Elsie Marguerite Benoit Bienvenu, 70, a native of Chauvin and a resident of Houma, passed into the healing hands of the Lord at 4:39p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at the church, with burial in Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Dale Anthony Bienvenu of Houma; two sons, Craig Anthony Bienvenu and wife, Donna R. of Houma, and Corey Francis Bienvenu and wife, Barbara M. of Gray; one daughter, Desiree' Ann Bienvenu Price and husband, Timothy Thomas Price of Chauvin; 10 grandchildren, Angelle M. Price and fiance, Trey M. Domangue, Ariel M. Price, Caitlin Bienvenu Boudreaux and husband, Mike, Joshua M. Bienvenu, Ty A. Bienvenu, Jessica Kelly Matherne and husband, Travis, Shane Kelly and wife, Megan, Megan Kelly, Seth M. Falgout and Kimberly A. Falgout; two great-grandchildren, Ethan M. Matherne and Alyssa K. Matherne; one brother, Chris Benoit Sr. of Houma; and two sisters, Patricia Benoit Baio of Houston and Cassandra Benoit Ledet of Thibodaux. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nuel N. Benoit Sr. and Elsie Kaul Benoit; twin brother, Nuel N. Benoit Jr.; and two sisters, Dorothy Benoit Bergeron and Yolanda Benoit Thibodaux. She retired from South Louisiana Electric Co-Op and was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and enjoyed camping and traveling. The family would like to thank Holly Andras and Rachel Pothier with Amedysis Hospice and Charlotte Halbrook with Home Heath Care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 BLANCHARD, JEANETTE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jeanette Marie Domangue Blanchard, 76, a native and resident of Houma, died at 7:45 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home, with burial at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Virgis A. Blanchard of Houma; two sons, Kerry P. Blanchard and companion, Cindy Duet, of Burkeville, Texas, and Keith A. Blanchard of Memphis, Tenn.; three daughters, Kathie Boudreaux Rodrigue and husband, Mack C. Rodrigue Jr. of Houma, Cindy Blanchard Larpenter and husband, Donald J. Larpenter of Gray, and Mary Catherine Blanchard of Houma; 11 grandchildren, Jonah P. Blanchard, Korey A. Blanchard, Julie' B. Bascle, Tiffany B. Belanger, Sadie B. Boudreaux, Katie B. Larpenter, Kaitlyn E. Voclain, Sara N. Voclain, Christian L. Lambert, Gaven D. Lambert and Eden S. Blanchard; six great-grandchildren, Hunter P. Blanchard, Jayce M. and Aleigha L. Blanchard, Anna-Claire and Caleb M. Bascle and Seth M. Belanger; two sisters, Joyce D. Doiron and Harriet D. Ibanez; and son-in-law, Curtis Taylor. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold Joseph Domangue Sr. and Hilda Guidry Domangue; one daughter, Cheryl Blanchard Taylor; two grandchildren, Amanda M. Larpenter and Kori Jean Blanchard; one brother, Harold Domangue Jr.; and daughter in law, Lenore M. Blanchard. She was a homemaker and a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church. The family would like to thank Dr. Jules Dupont, Julie Rhodes and staff, Hospice of South Louisiana and Staff and all of their family and friends for their continued love and support. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Assocation, 3300 East Sunrise Drive,Tucson, AZ 85718 or www.mdausa.com/donate. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 BOURGEOIS, RITA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rita G. Bourgeois, 88, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 2:55 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial at Resurrection Memorial Park in Mathews. She is survived by two sons, Michael Bourgeois and wife, Nelda, and Keith Bourgeois and wife, Mona; one daughter, Debra Dupre and husband, Don; 13 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oaklawn Bourgeois; her parents, Eusebe and Emily Gaudet; two sons, Rodney Bourgeois and Kurt Bourgeois; one daughter, Patricia Bourgeois; three brothers, Eddie, Jules and Firman Gaudet; four sisters, Theresa Foret, Jeana Foret, Cecile Dufrene and Louise Matherne; and two grandchildren. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 CHAMPAGNE, MELVIN Melvin Champagne died at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 7:30 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial at Holy Family Cemetery. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 DUFRENE, MARION Marion M. Dufrene, 81, a native and resident of Des Allemands, died at 5:35 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Des Allemands Baptist Church. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial at Sunset Cemetery in Bayou Gauche. She is survived by her husband, Lloyd G. Dufrene; three sons, Marshall Dufrene and wife, Wanda, Greg L. Dufrene and wife, Cathy, and Blake Dufrene and wife, Heather; one daughter, Christine Williams and husband, Jeff; one brother, Harry Martin; two sisters, Virginia Candies and Barbara Shortes; nine grandchildren, Nicky Dufrene, Tammy Smith, Jared Portwood, Dawn Dufrene, April Noel, Lori Oubre, Jesse Leonard, Jamie Williams and Cortney Williams; and 17 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Loveless and Mathilda Martin; one son, Kent Dufrene; four brothers, Malcolm, Thomas "T.J.," Loveless Jr. and Ray Martin; and one sister, Maxcie Chauvin. She was the founder and avid member of Des Allemands Baptist Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 HAMILTON, WILLIAM William "Bill" H. Hamilton, 82, a native of Star, Miss. and a resident of Golden Meadow, died Friday, Dec. 10, 2010. A religious service was be held Dec. 17 at First Baptist Church in Golden Meadow. His body was cremated. He is survived by one son, David Hamilton; four daughters, Tammy Hamilton, JoAnn Rouse, Rebecca Cameron and Gail Hamilton; one grandson he helped raise, Travis Orso Jr.; and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Hamilton; his parents, Ernest and Belle Hamilton; and one son, Kenneth Hamilton. William's lifelong passion was buying and selling junk and mechanic work. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 LEE, JOSEPHINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Josephine Lee, 82, a native of Pointe Aux Chenes and a resident of Houma, died at 8:38 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral Home, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park. She is survived by two daughters, Barbara Lee Kelly and husband, Paul, of Houma and Trudy Lee Ralston and husband, David, of Houma; three grandchildren, Cammie Gregg Harvey and husband, Kirk, of Houma, Johnathan Michael Goldberg and fiancee, Christy Marie Dupre, of Houma, and Trent Joseph Ralston of Houma; and two great-grandchildren, Brittany Marie Champagne and Brooke Elizabeth Champagne. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Lee Jr.; her parents, Marie Josephine Rodrigue nee Boquet Valcour Rodrigue; one daughter, Carol Ann Goldberg; one sister, Viola Billiot; and nine brothers, Victor Rodrigue, Luby Rodrigue, Camille Rodrigue, Dewey Rodrigue, Reynold Rodrigue, Louis "Rod" Rodrigue, Wallace Rodrigue, Wesley Rodrigue and Willis Rodrigue. She was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews who lovingly referred to her as Aunt Jo. She was a loving mother, grandmother and wonderful homemaker. She was a loving wife of 59 years. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 MALBROUGH, BEN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ben Paul "The Sheriff" Malbrough, 72, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 8:10 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. There will be no services. Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thiboaux. He is survived by one brother, Felix Malbrough. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Angelo and Louise Sanchez Malbrough; five brothers, Angelo, Nick, Phillip, Junius and Noel Malbrough; and four sisters, Rose Tyler, Marie Louise, Corrine Landry and Valma Pearson. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 MOORE, JONNIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jonnie Al Moore, 56, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Morning Star Baptist Church on Brule Road in Thibodaux. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, Jontrell Ross of Thibodaux; one daughter, Shaneeka Ross of Thibodaux; two sisters, Janet Moore and Connie Moore, both of Thibodaux; two brothers, Raymond Moore and Larry Moore, both of Thibodaux; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Jr. and Everlina Moore; and one brother, Alvin Moore. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 PARKS, O'NEILL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== O'Neill J. Parks, 75, a native and resident of Raceland, died Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Parks; three sons, Timothy Parks and wife, Branda K. Parks, Steve Parks and Mark Parks; three stepsons, William Patrick, Davis Cook and Glenn Cook; one daughter-in-law, Aledia P. Parks; two stepdaughters, Debbie Mosley and Ginger Colston; two sisters, Linda Badeaux and Elsie Rabalais; eight grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; three great- grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Joanne Guidry Parks; his parents, Eusebe Parks and Victorine Parks; one son, Keith Parks; one brother, Jimmy Parks; and two sisters, Ethel Fisher and Rose Morgan. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 PETERSON, CLYDE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Clyde G. Peterson, a native and life long resident of Patterson, born Sept. 27, 1927, passed away on Monday, Dec. 20, 2010 at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City. The family requests that visitation be observed from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Patterson, with a rosary being prayed at 10:15 a.m. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, officiated by the Rev. Donovan Labbe, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Jeannine Ganucheau Peterson; his children, Kirk and wife, Janice Cayce Peterson, Kim, Kevin and his wife, Inger E. Peterson, and Karla Peterson Adams and husband, Dr. Robert A. Adams III; five grandchildren, Brian Rappmundt, Christina Peterson Aucoin and husband, Timothy, Cayce Peterson, Lt. Mary Peterson, and Leah Peterson; and a great-grandson, Jake. Standing as pallbearers will be Kirk Peterson, Kevin Peterson, Cayce Peterson, Kevin Gant, Tim Aucoin, Robert Adams III and Brian Rappmunndt. Honorary pallbearers will be Skeets Folse, Connley Vining, Lee Delaune, Ned Stevens and Cyrus Gray. His love and appreciation of nature was reflected in all that he placed his eyes on, whether it was a beautiful face or a timeless picture that caught his attention. As an accomplished photographer, he possessed a talent that allowed anyone who viewed his pictures an opportunity to share in the same miracles that he saw daily. He was an avid fisherman who spent countless days roaming the bayous of the Atchafalaya Basin and capturing its glorious scenes. Clyde's life was filled with many accomplishments, some of which included serving our country in the U.S. Navy. After serving in the Navy, he furthered his education and he began his life with his family in Patterson where he went into business for himself. During this time, he built an unsurpassed legacy including serving over 23 years in the Patterson Volunteer Fire Department, four years as a Patterson Alderman and mayor pro-tem, and four years as President of Appaloosa Horse Association. In later years, he supported the sheriff's department as an active volunteer. But his greatest accomplishment was the joy and love that he brought to his family, his friends and everyone that he met with "a few minutes to talk". Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert's Mortuary, Inc. of Patterson. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 SANDERS, DELLA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Della Ann Griffin Scales Sanders, 83, a native of Jeanerette and resident of Houma, died 5:45 a.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with interment in the church cemetery. She is survived by four sons, Patrick Scales of Houma, Steven Sanders and wife, Pamela, of Lafayette, Gerald Sanders Jr. and wife, Gene Ellen, of Chauvin, and Glen Sanders and wife, Nancy of Houma; four daughters, Brigitte Crespo and husband, Ronald, of Humble, Texas, Patricia Scales of Houma, Joy Chaisson and late husband, Merton, of Gray, and Judy Martin and husband, Keith, of Gray; 14 grandchildren, Brett Babin, Bradley Tabor, Anthony Voisin, Brianna Scales, Merton Chaisson Jr., Stephanie Chaisson, Mark Chaisson, Gerald Sanders III, James Sanders, Thomas Crochet III, Nicole Vidal, Andrew Sanders, Ryan Sanders and Adam Sanders; three brothers, Allie Griffin Jr. and wife, Brenda, Robert Griffin and wife, Virginia, and John Griffin and wife, Jane; and her brother-in- law, V.J. Crochet. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Paul Wallace Scales; her second husband, Gerald Henry Sanders Sr.; her parents, Allie Joseph Griffin and Eve Antoinette Savoie Griffin; one grandson, Mark Quick Jr.; and three sisters, Rosella Griffin Crochet, Helen Griffin and Marie Louise Griffin. She was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, a member of the Ladies Altar Society, a religion teacher and a Eucharistic Minister. She loved to paint and was a member of the Fine Art Guild. She was an avid reader and an excellent seamstress. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Thursday, December 23, 2010 BROWN, GENEVIEVE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Genevieve Ball Brown, 93, a native of Pontotoc, Miss. and a resident of Houma, loving mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. A family service and burial took place on Dec. 23. She is survived by four daughters, Vee Rita Nelson of Marrero, Alice J. Lewis and husband, Hank, of Opelousas, Dianne B. Frost and husband, Cambron, of Thibodaux, and Frankie B. Livingston and husband, James, of LaPorte, Texas; one son, Thomas Leland Brown Jr. and wife, Mary, of Mandeville; one sister, Betty McGregor of Denver; 10 grandchildren, Lana Kay Nelson, Karen N. Zito, John L. Nelson, David M. Lewis, Mary L. Soileau, Lauren E. Lewis, Alison R. Frost, Matthew T. Frost, Holden Brown and Genevieve Brown; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 66 years, Thomas Leland Brown; her parents, William Frank Ball and Belia McDivitt Ball; one brother, James Frank Ball; one sister, Ruby C. Stafford; one grandson, Jeffrey T. Frost; one great-granddaughter, Mary Ashlee Steckler; and one son-in-law, John L. Nelson. Genevieve was a homemaker, avid gardener, seamstress and doll artist. She was a servant of the Lord and her joy was doing good for others. She loved working with her hands and creating Santa dolls, angels, quilts and heirloom clothes for family and friends. The family would like to express gratitude to her caregivers, Lou Dolen, Billie Jean Livingston and the staff of St. Joseph Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 103 Ridgefield Road, Thibodaux, LA, 70301. Falgout Funeral Home of Houma in charge of arrangement. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 23, 2010 CHAMPAGNE, MELVIN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Melvin Charles Champagne, 74, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in Holy Family Catholic Church Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Lynda Hogg Champagne of Houma; four sons, Charles Kevin Champagne and wife, Laura, Christopher Stevens Champagne and wife, Cindy, Carlin Melvin Champagne and companion, Cari Lapeyrouse, and Barry Clement Champagne and wife, Maria; four siblings, Ramona C. Lowe, Glynn "Taz" Champagne, Natalie C. Martin and Cheryl C. Picou; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isreal Clement Champagne and Beatrice Albert Champagne; two brothers, Nathan Champagne and Raymond Champagne; and one sister, Joanna LeBlanc. He was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Melvin was passionate about sports and enjoyed with great enthusiasm watching Saints and LSU football. Melvin was an all-around sports star during his days at Terrebonne High School- excelling in track, football, baseball and basketball. He had similar success while he was at Hinds Community College, a two year junior college in Raymond, Miss. During his tenure, he quarterbacked the 1956 and 1957 football teams, leading the 1957 team to a conference championship and a national ranking with an undefeated 10-0 record and co-national championship. Champagne was also on the Hinds Community College track team and won the 1957 high-jump conference championship in addition to setting out-of-state records in track. He finished his sports career at Southwestern Louisiana University. The Champagne family would like to give special thanks to the staff of Haydel Memorial Hospice for all their help and contributions. He will be missed dearly by family and friends. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 23, 2010 GUILFOU, NORMAN Norman Paul Guilfou, 51, a native and resident of Houma, died at 4:59 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Living Word Church. Religious service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the church. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Kimball Guilfou of Houma; four sons, Kenneth, Ryan, Kevin and Derek Guilfou, all of Houma; one daughter, Katie Guilfou of Houma; one brother, Nathan Guilfou and wife, Rhonda, of Chauvin; one sister, Natalie Ryan and husband, Allen, of New Orleans; and his parents, Failman Joseph Guilfou and Ella Boudreaux Guilfou. He was employed by Petroleum Lab/Spectro Scan and a member of Living Word Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 23, 2010 LAUGHLIN, F. KELLY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== F. Kelly Laughlin, a native of Raceland and resident of Lafayette, died at 11:43 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. A private celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Survivors include his wife, Cynthia LeBlanc Laughlin of Lafayette; his daughter, Gabrielle Laughlin of Lafayette; his parents, Melvin Frank Laughlin and Bonita Lee Laughlin, both of Raceland; and two sisters, Rebecca Eschete and husband, Danny, of Raceland, and Catherine Meacham and husband, Milo, of the Woodlands, Texas. He was preceded in death by his son, Nicholas Laughlin. Pellerin Funeral Home of Breaux Bridge is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 23, 2010 LECOMPTE, DEANNA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Deanna Marie Carlos LeCompte, 72, a native of Raceland and a resident of Chauvin, died at 10:45 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2 in Houma. She is survived by one son, Peter LeCompte and fiancee, Kristin Wanner; one grandson, Ross LeCompte; four brothers, Gregory Sr., Kenneth, Alan, and Kirk Carlos; two sisters, Janet LeBouef and Debra Dufrene; and one grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald "Chunk" Joseph LeCompte; her parents, Illey Mathew and Gladys Eve Falgout Carlos; one infant son; and one sister, Marietta Chaisson. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 23, 2010 REULET, LEMA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lema Marie Reulet, 92, of Vacherie, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010 at St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher, Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with the Rev. Michael Miceli officiating. Burial will follow in Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum in Vacherie. She is survived by her sister, Inez Reulet Scioneaux of Vacherie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Reulet Sr. and Norma Torres Reulet; and her brother, Henry Reulet Jr. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of H.C. Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 23, 2010 SCHAUBHUT, JAMES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== James "Jimmy" Schaubhut, 81, a native and resident of Des Allemands, died at 5:40 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Des Allemands. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Rita Naquin Schaubhut; two daughters, Patricia Naquin and husband, Clarence "Buster", and Pam Delatte Plaisance and husband, Roland; one brother, Johnny Schaubhut; two sisters, Diana Folse and Mary Marcel; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great- grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Cecilia Schaubhut; one son, Byron Schaubhut; and one brother, Lloyd Schaubhut. He was a parishioner of St. Gertrude Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Friday, December 24, 2010 DANOS, TIMOTHY Timothy Paul Danos, 53, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 10:40 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Community Bible Church. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Andrea Martin Danos; his parents, James Danos and Netty Pitre Danos; two sons, Brook James Danos and Kline Michael Danos; and two brothers, Reed James Danos and Todd Patrick Danos. He was the owner/operator of Galliano Tug Inc. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 24, 2010 OFFAN, MURIEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Muriel "Mo" Offan, 90, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Thibodaux, died Monday, Dec. 13, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Sunday at St. Joseph Manor Home, 1201 Cardinal Drive in Thibodaux. A memorial service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Sunday at the home, with burial Dec. 29 at Hope Mausoleum in New Orleans. If you need further information about arrangements please contact Thibodaux Funeral Home at 447-9041. She is survived by one brother, Ken Offan; four nieces, Catherine Offan Lee of Washington D.C., Muriel Offan VanHorn of New Orleans, Margaret Offan of New Orleans and Julianne Offan Gideon of Washington D.C.; three grand-nephews, Bret Lee, Carter VanHorn and Andrew Gideon; two grand-nieces, Kate Lee and Alicia VanHorn; and her former sister-in-law, Jean Murray Offan. She was preceded in death by her parents, John E. Offan and Irene M. Offan; and one aunt, Alice Mayronne. She was the first Louisiana employee hired by Kaiser Aluminum of Chalmette in 1951 as secretary to the works manager and later retiring in the 1960's. She was also selected secretary of the year in New Orleans while employed at Kaiser Aluminum. She was a Katrina evacuee residing in Malta Square Retirement Home in New Orleans, later relocating to Thibodaux at St. Joseph Manor Home. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 24, 2010 SEARS, JAMES James Joseph Sears, stillborn, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. today at Halfway Cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Mindy Lee Goodman and Jeconiah Joseph Sears; his maternal grandparents, Evie Galbraith and Floyd Goodman; his paternal grandmother, Barbara Wilson; one brother, Zaine Lapeyrouse; and one sister, Angelie Lapeyrouse. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, John Wilson. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Saturday, December 25, 2010 ANDRAS, EMMA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Emma Jean Andras, 66, a native of Hammond and a resident of Choctaw, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel, with cremation to follow. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Andras Sr.; one son, Raymond Andras Jr.; one daughter, Karen Golmon; one brother, George Myers; nine grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond Myers Jr. and Eddie Cooper Myers; and one brother, Raymond Virgel Myers III. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 25, 2010 DELATTE, LUCILLE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lucille Latapie Delatte, 81, a native of St. Bernard Parish and a resident of Choctaw, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. James Chapel in Choctaw. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the chapel, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Lonnie Swift, Kenneth Jarreau, Timothy Jarreau; one son, Michael F. Delatte and wife, Susan G. Delatte; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris J. Delatte; her parents, Louis Latapie and Theresa Buffini Latapie; and two sons, Richard Delatte Sr. and Johnnie Delatte Sr. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 25, 2010 LEBLANC, JULIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Julie Ann LeBlanc, 67, a native and resident of Chacahoula, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Lawrence Cemetery in Chacahoula. She is survived by one sister, Mabel Boudreaux; two nieces; and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar G. and Elise Thibodaux LeBlanc; and one sister, Connie LeBlanc Chiasson. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Saturday, December 25, 2010 MILLER, GERALD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gerald "Jerry" Miller, 68, a native of Cincinatti and a resident of Galliano, died at 1:25 a.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off. Service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, with burial in Kentucky Veterans Cemetery in Williamstown, Ky. He is survived by his wife, Clara Adams Miller; his mother, Thelma Wells Spicer; two sons, Brian Miller and Christopher Miller; four daughters, Dawn M. Miller, Amber L. Miller, Donna L. Gilardi and Wendy D. Roberts; one brother, James Miller; 17 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Fredrick Miller; and one brother, Fredrick Miller. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Sunday, December 26, 2010 ANSELMI, LAURA Laura Mae Plaisance Alselmi, 87, a native of Larose and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 4:35 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. Visitation was held from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday. Mass was held at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Golden Meadow, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by three daughters, Dorothy Adams, Ruth Gisclair and husband, Druby, and Evelyn Anselmi; six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Anselmi; her parents, Ellis and Lucy Plaisance; six brothers, Eric, Edwis, Enis, Ellis Jr., Dudley and Whitney Plaisance and two sisters, Jane Griffin and Anna Belle Pierce. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church. Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 26, 2010 DETILLIER, TIMOTHY Timothy Joseph Detillier, 60, a native and resident of Mathews, died at 1:09 p.m. Dec. 23, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Champagne Detillier; his father, Firman Detillier; two sons, Justin Charles Detillier and Jarred Michael Detillier; one daughter, Jessica Lynn Aucoin; one sister, Rosanna Adams; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lilly Detillier, and one brother, Terrance Detillier. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 26, 2010 GRIMES, BETTY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== It is with great sadness that the family of Betty Stallone Grimes announces her sudden passing on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010 at the age of 73. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to prayer service time at 5 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home in Bayou Blue. Burial services will take place at 2 p.m. Monday at New Hope Cemetery in Carthage, Miss., with visitation from 1 to 2 p.m. in the church. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Hugh Russell Grimes Sr.; her son, H. Russell "Rusty" Grimes Jr. and wife, Darlene, of Houma; her daughters, Teresha "Tee" Bonvillain and husband, Mike, of Poplarville, Miss., Alesha "Lee" Miller of Lafayette, and Glenda Matt and husband, Miles, of Lafayette; her brother, Meno Stallone Jr. and wife, Freda, of Biloxi, Miss.; 11 grandchildren, Scott Bonvillain and wife, Rondia, Melanie B. Frierson and husband, Jeremy, Amanda Miller, Jessica Miller, Lauren Grimes, James Grimes, Christopher Matt and wife, Stacey, Jason Matt and wife, Lauren, Steven Matt, Rebecca Matt, and Catherine Matt; and 3 great-grandchildren, Audrey and Jude Matt, and Ashley Matt. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary B. and Meno J. Stallone Sr. of Natchez, Miss.; and her sisters, Mary Ann Stallone Reed and husband, Ollie Sr., of Natchez, Miss. and Ethel Stallone Mancuso and husband, Henry Sr. "Doc" of Lake Charles. Serving as pallbearers will be Scott Bonvillain, James Grimes, Christopher Matt, Jason Matt, Steven Matt and Jeremy Frierson. Betty was born and raised in Natchez, Miss., where she graduated from Cathedral High School. She completed Beauty School during which she met and fell in love with Hugh R. Grimes. They were married on July 10, 1955. In 1958, they moved to Houma where they built a home and raised their four children. Betty spent almost all her energy being a loving wife and mother. She found great joy and pride in being a full-time homemaker. She was an amazing seamstress and excellent cook. She was so humble and selfless, always caring more for the needs of others than her own. She and her husband enjoyed traveling together and have visited places all over the world. She valued family and was very involved in genealogy. She especially looked forward to seeing her many dear friends at her weekly "play day". Betty will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her and she will live on in the hearts of her family forever. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 26, 2010 MOUNT, ELWARD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Elward Paul Mount, 72, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Jan. 29, 2011 at Friendswood Church of God. He is survived by two sons, Jimmy and Emmett Simmons; three daughters, Theresa Ferriera, Cindy Simmons and Linda Black; one brother, Anthony Ivy Mount; one sister, Pearl Thibodaux; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edmond Sr. and Camellia Prosperie Mount; six brothers, Edward, Joseph, Edmond Jr., Henry, William "Billy", and Earl Mount Sr.; and two sisters, Virginia Jarveaux and Rosalie Malbrough. He was a member of Friendswood Church of Christ. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 26, 2010 STUMPF, ARTHUR, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Arthur G. Stumpf Sr., 61, a native of New Orleans and resident of Bayou Gauche, died at 5:20 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Paradis. Mass will be 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in Sunset Cemetery in Bayou Gauche. He is survived by his wife, Judy Danos Stumpf; three sons, Troy Stumpf, Arthur Stumpf Jr. and Brian Stumpf; one daughter, Heather Stumpf Touchard and husband, Ron; one brother, Charles Stumpf Jr.; two sisters, Joyce Matran and Elaine Carriere and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Stumpf Sr. and Gertrude Dorothy Stumpf; one brother, Robert Stumpf, and one sister, Dolores Oustalet. In lieu of flowers, donations for funeral expenses are preferred. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 26, 2010 VERRETT, DOROTHY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dorothy M. Verrett, 82, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Pasadena, Calif., died Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Wesley United Methodist Church. Religious service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by three sons, Emanuel Washington III, Jeffrey Washington Sr. and Tyrone J. Washington; one daughter, Gail E. Pullard Wolfe; four sisters, Anna Palms, Leona Phillips, Irma Brown and Joyce Thompson; 14 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis F. Verrett; her parents, Leola Gilbert and George Williams; her adopted parents, Ruby Scott Wesley and Henry Wesley; two brothers, Thomas Morgan and John Louis Williams; one sister, Leontine Harris; and her grandparents, Rebecca Faulk and Fred Faulk. She was retired. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 26, 2010 WILLIAMS, DERRICK, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Derrick "D.J." Frank Williams Jr., 18, a native and resident of Houma, died at 5:15 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010 a few hours before his brother, Zane Williams who passed that afternoon. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday at Bourg Baptist Church. Services will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday at the church. He is survived by his father, Derrick Frank Williams Sr.; his mother, Catina "Cat" Sevin Muster; his stepfather, Corey Campbell; his step-brother, Willie Rene LeBouef; one nephew, Malachi Melvin LeBouef; four aunts, Sherri Williams, Sabrina Dupre, Rebecca Meier and Regina Authement; one uncle, Glenn Sevin; nine cousins, Tia and Jacob Williams, Misty and Brina Dupre, Megan, Shelby and Russel Meier III, Ricky Dupre and Tori Authement; his grandparents, Ruby and Willis Sevin; and his godparents, Toni Henry and Raymond Billiot. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Maxine and Frank Williams. Derrick loved football, video games and shooting pool. He was a senior at South Terrebonne High School and had recently enlisted in the Marine Corps where he would have begun boot camp in August. He received second place in a state competition in Machine Shop and enjoyed hanging out with his friends and girls. He was very comedic and well loved and very close and he and his brother Zane were very close. Derrick will be truly missed by all who knew him. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Sunday, December 26, 2010 WILLIAMS, ZANE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Zane Steven Williams, 13, a native and resident of Houma, died at 4:05 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010, shortly after his brother, Derrick Frank Williams, who passed that morning. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday at Bourg Baptist Church. Services will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday at the church. He is survived by his father, Derrick Frank Williams Sr.; his mother, Catina "Cat" Sevin Muster; his stepfather, Corey Campbell; his stepbrother, Willie Rene LeBouef; one nephew, Malachi Melvin LeBouef; four aunts, Sherri Williams, Sabrina Dupre, Rebecca Meier and Regina Authement; one uncle, Glenn Sevin; nine cousins, Tia and Jacob Williams, Misty and Brina Dupre, Megan, Shelby and Russel Meier III, Ricky Dupre and Tori Authement; his grandparents, Ruby and Willis Sevin; and his godparents, Shelly White and Irvin "Coon" Cuneo. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Maxine and Frank Williams. Zane's number one love was video games, and he also enjoyed sports, especially, football, basketball and playing pool. His grandfather nicknamed him Zing Zong Ding Dong. He was in the eighth grade at Montegut Middle School. He was a well mannered, comedic boy who touched a lot of hearts, was well loved and had many friends. He was very close to his brother, Derrick. Zane will be truly missed by all who knew him. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Monday, December 27, 2010 BAUDOIN, BELLA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Bella Gaudet Baudoin, 100, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 7:50 p.m. Friday, Dec. 24, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home, with interment in St. Mary's Catholic Mausoleum in Raceland. She is survived by one son, Douglas U. Pereira; one daughter, Anita Pereira Bellamy and husband, E. Ray; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Camille Baudoin and Abraham Pereira Sr.; her parents, Franklin and Ida Chauvin Gaudet; one brother, Samuel Gaudet; and six sisters, Jeanne Mitchell, Bernice Scott, Alice Mae Bergeron, Velma Gaudet, Beatrice G. Robichaux and Marguerite Breaux. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Last Modified: Monday, December 27, 2010 at 10:25 a.m. CHERAMIE, JOYCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Joyce Thomas Cheramie, 84, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Cut Off, passed away peacefully at 1:04 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son, Brian Cheramie and wife, Emelie; one daughter, Linda Cheramie Raphael and husband, Gary; one sister, Artamay Gautreaux; and four grandchildren, Celeste Rasmussen Peiffer, Ron Paul Cheramie, Erika Cheramie Smith and Mickey Gilbert Cheramie. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Gilbert John Cheramie; her parents, George Thomas and Sorolta Breaux Thomas Terrebonne; and her stepfather, Lyness "Lynn" Terrebonne. She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off and a member of Ladies Leukemia League. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 27, 2010 GASPAR, GLEN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Glen A. Gaspar, 50, a native and resident of Donner, died at 10:04 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at First Assembly of God in Thibodaux. Religious service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in St. Lawrence Catholic Cemetery in Chacahoula. He is survived by his mother, Augustine B. Gaspar; two sons, Shawn Gaspar and wife, Jamie, and Ryan Gaspar; one sister, Janice C. LeBlanc, and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, James C. Gaspar, and two brothers, James "C.J." Gaspar and Joffrey J. Gaspar. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 27, 2010 JOHNSON, LEONARD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Pastor Leonard "Left, Nard" Johnson, 55, a native of Houma and a resident of Gray, died Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Janet Jeff Johnson; his father, Thomas Johnson; two daughters, Eden and La'Jordan Johnson; one sister, Rosemary Johnson; and five brothers, Charlie Aubert, Charles Aubert, Bernard Johnson, Frank Johnson and Glen Johnson. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rosalie Williams; one son, Keante J. Johnson; one sister, Sylvia Johnson; and his grandparents, Mary J. and Harrison Williams Sr. He was the pastor at Jesus Name Apostolic Covenant and later Convent Ministry International, also Time of Refreshing Church and a Vanderbilt Alumni. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 27, 2010 LANGFORD, KELI ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Keli Marie Bonvillain Langford, 32, a native and resident of Houma, died at 2:32 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Religious service will be held at noon Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her husband of 10 years, Shawn Langford Sr.; her parents, Larry Paul Bonvillain and Cynthia Marie Chauvin Bonvillain; one son, Jacob Matthew Langford; two step-children, Shawn Langford Jr. and Madilynn Langford; two brothers, Alden Bonvillain and wife, Alison, and Todd Bonvillain; her grandfather, Alden Chauvin and wife, Doris; her grandmother, Blanch Bonvillain; and her father and mother-in-law, Spencer Langford Jr. and Evelyn Langford. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Vera Chauvin; and her grandfather, Alsia Bonvillain. She was a graduate of Belle Chasse High School. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Phoenix and was working on her master's degree. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 27, 2010 NEAL, CLIFFORD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Clifford Gilbert Neal, 85, a native of Theriot and a resident of Houma, died at 4:07 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial in Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Winnie Duplantis Neal of Houma; two sons, David J. Neal and wife, Sharon L. of Houma, and Barry J. Neal and wife, Sharon B. of Houma; one daughter, Abby Lynne Neal Pellegrin and husband, Burt of Houma; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and three great-great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Jean Baptiste Neal and Felicia "Tess" Pinell Neal; three brothers, Lusius Neal, Paul Neal Jr. and Claude Neal; and four sisters, Leona Neal Chatagnier, Maggie Neal Trahan, Aggie Neal Ford and Morgorie Neal Ordoyne; and one great-grandchild. Clifford was a crane operator for J. Ray McDermott for 32 years and a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He served in the Navy during World War II in the Naval Air Fleet and he was a member of the American Legion Post 31 and AARP. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 27, 2010 THOMAS, CLARENCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Clarence "Butsay" Thomas, 68, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Third Zion Baptist Church in Raceland. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in Young Men's Benevolent Society Cemetery at Lafourche Crossing. He is survived by his wife, Eula Mae Thomas of Thibodaux; one daughter, Angela McKenzie and husband, Frank of Thibodaux; three sisters, Gertie Walker, Olevia Triggs and Beatrice Joseph all of Thibodaux; and two brothers, Early Thomas and Eddie Thomas of Thibodaux. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben Sr. and Stella Thomas; two brothers, Ben Thomas Jr. and Wilbert Thomas; and two sisters, Francis Folse and Eldora Thomas. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Monday, December 27, 2010 VOISIN, CHARLES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Charles John Baptist Voisin, 75, a native of Theriot and a resident of Houma, died peacefully at his home at 4:35 a.m. Friday, Dec. 24, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 1. He is survived by four daughters, Andrea Linn Voisin Dugas of Houma, Lindy Adams Stark and husband, Raymond "Buddy" Stark of Houma, Andrea Anderson Young and husband, Don, and Amanda Anderson Mills and husband, Shawn; two sons, Charles J.B. Voisin and wife, Carol, of Petaluma, Calif. and Michael Dugas of Houma; 11 grandchildren, Seann Joseph Hamilton, Jasmiene Jessica Hamilton, Gabrielle Jane Hamilton, Jordan Charles Voisin, Hunter Joseph Dugas, Rhett Stark, Rae Ann Stark, Max Lehman, Harrison Mills, Daniel Adams and Jennifer Adams; and two sisters, Annie Laura Voisin of Theriot and Claire Rose Voisin Champagne of Theriot. He was preceded in death by his wife, Aline Marie Klingman Voisin; his parents, Linest Adam Voisin and Lorena Helen Champagne Voisin; one son, Donald Adams; five brothers, Linwood Joseph Voisin, Wiltz Anthony Voisin, Ernest Andrew Voisin, James Paul Voisin and William George Voisin; and one sister, Mary Leona Voisin Rhodes. He retired from the fishing industry and was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. He served in the Army during peacetime. He loved family gatherings and spending time with his friends and grandkids. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 CALLAIS, CLARENCE, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Clarence J. Callais Sr., 80, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 3:20 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. A masonic service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Lafourche Masonic Lodge in Cut Off. A religious service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Meadow United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Adeline T. Callais for 63 years; one son, Allen Callais and wife, Bonnie; one brother, Edwis Callais; three sisters, Virgis Ledet, Ella Mae Rodrigue and Adeline Constransitch; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Lucille Callais; one son, Clarence Callais Jr.; two brothers, Howard Callais Sr. and Carl Callais; and one sister, Earline Callais. He was a member of Golden Meadow United Methodist Church and a past member of Masonic Lodge 427. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 DUFRENE, NELLIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Nellie Toups Dufrene, 72, a native of Thibodaux and a resident of Des Allemands, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010 at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Des Allemands. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Roland Dufrene; one son, Stuart Dufrene; one daughter, Valerie Duhon and fiance, Darrin Menendez; four sisters, Sally Gros, Katherine Himel, Leona "Poopie" Thibodaux and Gloria Lambert; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nolan Toups and Leona Thibodaux Toups; one daughter, Monica Landry; and two brothers, Wilton and Junius Toups. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 GENDRON, JOYCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Joyce Champagne Gendron, 84, a native of Hahnville and a resident of Vacherie, died at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at St. John Cemetery in Edgard. She is survived by one son, Keith Gendron; two daughters, Cheryl Cazenave and husband, Jim, and Rhonda Breaux and husband, Emile; one brother, Gerald Champagne; one sister, Carol Ann Sanchez; six grandchildren; and five great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Gendron; her parents, Walter and Marie G. Champagne; two sons, Dale Anthony Gendron and Kirk James Gendron; one daughter, Cheryl Ann Gendron; four brothers, Billy, Charles, Roland and Pete Champagne; and one sister, Mildred Besson. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and a member of Woodmen of the World. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 GRANIER, LONNIE, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lonnie "Kingpin" Granier Sr., 51, a native of Kraemer and a resident of Bayou Vista, died at 11:50 p.m. Friday, Dec. 24, 2010. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Kraemer. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his companion, Lola Rodrigue; his parents, Dorseline Kraemer Granier; one son, Lonnie Granier Jr.; one daughter, Bria Delatte; two brothers, Lawrence Granier Jr. and Wade Granier; and two sisters, Susan Becnel and Shirley Caillouet. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Joseph Granier Sr.; and one sister, Sheila Granier Andras. He was a parishioner of St. Lawrence Church in Kraemer. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= HEBERT, RENA Published: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rena B. Hebert, 75, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Madisonville, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Curtis Hebert Jr. and wife, Abby, and Tim Hebert and wife, Connie; one daughter, Gina Dufrene and husband, Ricky; one brother, Donald Bouzigard; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Hebert Sr.; her parents, Laodice and Jeanne A. Bouzigard; and one sister, Dolores Southern. She was Catholic. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 OVERSTREET, MARY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mary Ann Overstreet, 87, a resident of Houma and former resident of Clarksdale, Miss., died Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. She was buried Dec. 18 in Clarksdale, Miss. She is survived by one daughter, Patricia O. Pierce of Houma; one son, Larry Overstreet of Oxford, Miss.; six grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Prentis C. and Geneva Parrott Campbell; her husband, James Owen Overstreet; two sons, James "Joe" Owen Overstreet Jr. and James "Sonny" E. Jennings. She worked for the Coahoma County Schools for 22 years where she was a bus driver. She volunteered for many years at the North Delta Baptist Ministry Center and was a member of Cherry Street Baptist Church. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 PLAISANCE, EDITH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Edith "Maw Maw" Plaisance, 91, a native of Gheens and a longtime of Gretna, passed away Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010. Relatives, friends and patrons of Plaisance Bar are invited to attend the visitation from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Mothe Funera Home Chapel, 2100 Westbank Expy. in Harvey. Mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home chapel, with interment at Westlawn Memorial Park. Directions, call 504-366-4343. She was the loving mother of four children, Loyce Burnetz and husband, George Sr., Larry Plaisance and wife, Rose, Mensy Plaisance Jr. and wife, Priscilla, and Mickey Plaisance and wife, Sadie; eight grandchildren, George Burnetz Jr., Lisa DiPascal, Deanna Patecek, Meka Toups, and Larry Jr., Ricky, Clint and Mickey Plaisance Jr.; 14 great-grandchildren; and four great-great- grandchildren. She was one of 15 children and is survived by her siblings, Ester Rodriguez, Velma Arabie, Toney and Gilbert Plaisance and Elsie Matherne. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Mensy Plaisance; her parents, Alexis and Emilie Dufrene Plaisance; one child, Autrey Plaisance; and one grandchild, Bernadine Williams. She operated Plaisance Bar in Gretna for many years. Mothe Funeral Home of Harvey is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 ROGERS, LOUELLA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Louella "Lou" Rita Stringer Rogers, born in Chauvin on March 3, 1924, died in Houma Monday morning, Dec. 27, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church in Houma. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with celebrant Rev. Peter Rogers Sr., the nephew of Mrs. Rogers' late husband. She is survived by her loving son, Marc Jonathon Rogers of Gibson and wife, Lydia Foucheux Rogers; three loving daughters, Jill Rogers Caillouet of Broussard and husband, L. Philip Caillouet III, Stephanie Rogers Fike of Baton Rouge and husband, C. Edwin Fike and Sally Rogers Todd Sobba of Lafayette and husband, Donald H. Sobba; eight grandchildren, Christopher Lee Rogers, Marc Jonathon Rogers Jr., Matthew Paul Caillouet, Kevin Adrian Caillouet, Haley Helen Fike, Erin Elizabeth Todd, Amanda Leigh Todd and Spencer George Todd IV; five great-grandchildren, Adrianne Ruth Rogers, Nathan Kyle Caillouet, Jacob Kale Caillouet, Lucas Webb Caillouet and Ethan Augustin Caillouet; three brothers, Gervais Stringer of Winter Haven, Fla., Hubert Frank "Snow" Stringer Jr. of Houma and Steven Stringer of Bourg; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was the fifth of nine children. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Louis Dallas Rogers; her parents, Hubert Frank Stringer and Ernestine Elodie Babin Stringer; two brothers, Joseph Warren Stringer and Willard John "Pete" Stringer; three sisters, Lottie Stringer Gaston, Kate Stringer Price and Gloria Stringer; and one son-in-law, Spencer George Todd III. During her senior year of nursing school, she volunteered for the United States Army Cadet Corps in Longview, Texas. She was a member of the Louisiana Retired Teachers Association. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Terrebonne Parish Retired Teachers Association or Scholarship Fund, Care of Kenneth Royston, 1450 St. Charles Ave., Houma, LA 70360. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 BARRAS, CLAUDE JOSEPH, SR. Claude Joseph Barras Sr., 67, born in Algiers but a longtime resident of Morgan City, passed away in Gibson Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010 surrounded by his family. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. today at the Hargrave Funeral Home chapel, with burial at the Beau Pre' Memorial Park in Jeanerette. He is survived by three sons, Claude Jr. and wife, Missy, Rodney and wife, Tara, and Shane Barras, all of Gibson; one daughter Dwana, and husband, Daniel Ellis, of Oklahoma; three brothers Preston Jr., and Randy and Lonnie Barras; and one sister, Elanore Roberts of Paulina; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Preston Oscar and Evelyn Forsyth Barras; his second wife, Katie Mire Barras; and one great-grandchild, Kailey Chavis. Claude was an outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, camping and all the activities that are associated to the outdoors. He loved his family and enjoyed teaching his sons and grandchildren the ways of a sportsman. He was a master mechanic and worked many years for Louisiana Machinery until his retirement this year. Hargrave Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 BENOIT, TROY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Troy M. Benoit, 47, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by one son, Joshua Benoit, and wife, Sarah Benoit; three brothers, Lawrence "Butch" Benoit, Terry Benoit and Elma "Sonny" Benoit; two sisters, Debra Thibodaux and Priscilla Pitre; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Julie Duet Benoit; his parents, Lawrence Benoit Sr. and Barbara Burnham; and one son, Joel Benoit. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 BRITT, PAULINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Pauline Mary Picou Britt, 52, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 6:11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010. There will be no services. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Keith Britt; one son, Christopher Britt and his daughter, Malloreigh Britt; one daughter, Cheri Britt Shelby and children, Katelyn, Skylar, Brooke, and Callie Shelby and Larissa; two sisters, Diane Picou Cenac and Barbara Picou Authement; one sister-in-law, Suzie LaJaunie; three brothers-in-law, Robert Britt, Butch Cenac and Pat Authement; and her nieces and nephews, Mandy Thibodeaux, Julie Cenac, Monique Dupre, Patrick Authement and Guy Paul Cenac. She was preceded in death by her parents, Isabella "Belle" Boudreaux Picou and Bruce A. Picou Sr.; two brothers, Bruce Anthony Picou Jr. and Al Picou; one sister, infant girl; and her grandparents, Alidore J. Picou and Gail Francis Picou. She was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. She loved bingo, fishing and cooking and being with the family. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family are preferred in her memory. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 BRUNET, FRANCIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Francis "Popeye" Brunet, 83, a native of Theriot and a resident of Houma, died at 7:20 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010. Visitation will be from 6:15 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with interment at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by three daughters, Lorraine Brunet Allemand and husband, Danny, of Houma, Cindy Brunet Dinger and husband, John of LaPlace, and Denise Brunet Scherer and husband, Lee, of Billings, Mont.; "my son" Wayne Francis Brunet and wife, Karen of Lafayette; four sisters, Walterine Bourg, Grace Clanton and husband, Charles, Veronica Champagne and husband, Murphy, and Ramona Allemand all of Houma; two brothers, Henry and wife, Linda, and Ralph and wife, Evelyn of Houma; six grandchildren, Toni Allemand Delcambre of Mt. Pleasant, N.C., Vicki Allemand Scott and husband, Patrick, of Houma, Mark Allemand and wife, Tonya, of Schriever; Joshua Dinger of LaPlace, Jason Scherer and wife, Leigh, of Billings, Mont. and Danielle Brunet of Belle Rose; one stepgrandchild, Blake Taylor; and eight great-grandchildren, Caleb Delcambre and wife, Crystal, of Baltimore, Micah Delcambre of Mt. Pleasant, N.C., Alex Scott and Abbi Scott of Houma, Lindsey Allemand and Emily Allemand of Schriever, and Carly Taylor and Brady Taylor of Many. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bessie Savoie Brunet; his mother, Lillian Voisin Brunet; his father, Stanley Paul Brunet; three brothers, Floyd Brunet, S.P. Brunet and Ira Brunet; one granddaughter, Peggy Sue Allemand; one great- granddaughter, Patti Lynn Scott; and one step-granddaughter, Sommer Taylor. He was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. He worked various oilfield jobs around the world with J. Ray McDermott and Santa Fe, before returning back to work in Houma, where he retired and opened his own seafood market, Popeye's Seafood. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a lifetime member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks and a member of the Dularge Hunting Club. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 DOMANGUE, LAWRENCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lawrence Joseph Domangue, 75, a native of Bourg and a resident of Montegut, died Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010. Funeral service was held at 11 a.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Geraldine Brunet Domangue; two daughters, Sheila Domangue Boudreaux and husband, Clark, and Arlene Domangue Keller and husband, Daniel; three grandchildren, Angelique Boudreaux, Blaine Keller and Sarah Keller; one great-grandchild, Carson Heigl; and one sister, Adrianne Domangue Picou and husband, Lawrence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oleus Joseph Domangue and Sadie Foret Domangue; and one sister, Viola Domangue White. Lawrence was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He was a past member of the Montegut Volunteer Fire Department. He was also the owner of Domangue's Net Shop. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 COMPEAUX, THELMA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Thelma Trosclair Compeaux, 87, a native and resident of Larose, died at 12:10 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose, with burial at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Larose. She is survived by two sons, Cleveland Compeaux Jr. and wife, Deanna, and Fenwick Compeaux and wife, Allison; two daughters, Janet Plaisance and husband, Russell, and Camelia Compeaux and fiance, Danny Mayet; 11 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleveland J. Compeaux Sr.; her parents, Albert and Alexina Trosclair; three brothers, Loles, Albert Peter and Herbert Trosclair; four sisters, Flossie Plaisance, Eve Shewmake, Rita Vedros and Odile Guidry; and one grandchild. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, a member of Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary, Holy Rosary Holy Name Society and the Larose Senior Citizens. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 HEBERT, TOMMIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Tommie Marie Hebert, 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 27, 2010 at her residence in Lafayette. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in La Chapelle de Martin & Castille in Lafayette, with interment in Calvary Mausoleum. The family requests that visitation be observed from 6 to 8 p.m. today and from 11 a.m. to funeral time Thursday in Martin & Castille's Downtown Lafayette. A rosary will be prayed at 6:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. The Rev. Thomas Habetz, associate pastor of St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Lafayette, will conduct the funeral services. Lectors will be Katie Parks and Rachel Reaid. Eulogist will be the Rev. Paul "Skip" Hebert. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Paul Robert Hebert of Lafayette; one daughter, Melissa Hebert Parks and husband, Kevin of Cypress, Texas; one son, the Rev. Paul "Skip" Hebert and wife, Judith of Dallas, Ga.; six grandchildren, Troy Mattei, Rachel Reaid, Rebekah Woessner, Joel Robert Hebert, Katie Parks and Kelly Parks; and two great-grandchildren, Victoria Reaid and Lindsey Reaid. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Patricia Mattei; her parents, Henry "Uncle Sam" and Emma Engeron Marie of Terrebonne Parish; and her siblings, seven brothers and three sisters. Tommie graduated from Terrebonne High School in Houma and went on to nursing school at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. She worked as a registered nurse at St. Ann's General Hospital in Raceland for many years before moving to Lafayette. Tommie was a life active member in ESA International, spending countless hours raising money for St. Jude Children's Hospital. She was a member of the Alpha Kappa Chapter in Houma and was a founding member of the Alpha Omega Chapter in Lafayette. She served as Louisiana state president, SERC president and received her fifth Pallas Athene. Mrs. Hebert was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to all who knew her. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Pallbearers will be Kevin Parks, Joel Robert Hebert, Michael Reaid and Louis Woessner. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70503. Martin & Castille-Downtown of Lafayette is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 HEBERT VIRGINIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Virginia "Tee-Tee" Navarre Hebert, 78, a native of Houma and resident of Bayou Blue, passed away at 5:19 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Louis Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her loving children, one son, Albert "Jay" Hebert Jr. and fiancee, Ellen Boudreaux; seven daughters, Connie Hebert and fiance, Leo Dupre, Tana Hebert Theriot and husband, Dooley, Karen Hebert Boudoin and husband, Dwayne, Pam Hebert Cobb and husband, Ty, Tina Hebert LeBouef and husband, Dwayne, Rachel Hebert Dupre and husband, Carl, and Stacey Hebert Luna and husband, Monty; and one sister, Audrey Devalcourt. She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren, who were her pride and joy, Trent Hebert, Jessica Pollard, Sidney Theriot, Shayla Theriot, Lindsey Boudreaux Jr., Derrick Boudreaux, Jennifer Boudoin, Colby Boudoin, Ariana Boudoin, Greffery Cobb, Courtney Cobb, Shelby Cobb, Ashlee LeBouef, Morgan LeBouef, Dwayne LaBouef, Hunter Dupre, Kelsey Dupre, Jade Luna, Brandon Luna and Bricen Luna; and five great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Peter Hebert Sr.; her parents, Marcellan Navarre and Jeannie Bergeron Navarre; three brothers, Ernest Navarre, Norris Navarre and Horace Navarre; one sister Margie Boudreaux; and one grandchild, Zachary Cobb. She was a homemaker and a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. She was a caring person, a remarkable woman and an exceptional mother. She was a devoted wife and loving, caring, giving grandmother and great-grandmother. This love that she has given will forever live within her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and the many hearts that were touched in her life. She was an active member of the Bayou Blue Senior Citizens Group, where she served as a maid and queen of Mardi Gras. Special thanks to all the many doctors and nurses who took care of her during her illness and to all our family and friends for their love, prayers and support. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 KAPPEL, CARROLL It is with deep sadness that I bring to you the unfortunate news of Carroll Kappel's death. Carroll passed away on Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, after a short and courageous battle with metastatic non-small cell cancer of the lung. A private funeral service is scheduled at 10 a.m. Thursday at Cypress Fairbanks Funeral Home in Cypress, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne; two sisters, Elizabeth Bourg and Linda Gaston; and three children Jon Kappel, Jason Kappel and Emily Bouthillette. He was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Madge and Willis Gaston. Carroll handled his incurable disease with great valor and spent his final breaths sharing humor and comfort with his family. He loved life dearly but did not fear death. He imprinted a lasting legacy in our lives through his passion for living and his undying will to face each moment with humor, clarity and courage. Carroll was born in Houma in 1937. He spent his childhood and youth in Louisiana where he attended Nicholls State University. After spending time in the Army and a few years as a rough neck, he took on the budding field of computer science, where he became a pioneer. He helped develop systems and code for the geophysical industry at a number of firms and for the U.S. government at NASA but was always proudest of his time during the first, seminal years at GSI. Carroll was an active member of his community and a loving friend, brother, husband, father and grandfather and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be offered to the American Cancer Society (at cancer.org). Cypress-Fairbanks Funeral Home of Texas is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 KISER, JESSE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jesse James Kiser, 20, a native of Anderson, Ind., and a resident of Schriever, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. He is survived by his mother, Jenny Kiser; and one brother, Harley Sturgis Nickolyn. He was preceded in death by his father, James Louis Kiser. He loved skateboarding and spending time with his friends. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 RIVERO, DENNIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dennis Joseph Rivero, 68, a longtime resident of Bridge City until a recent move to Raceland, passed away Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, at his residence surrounded by family. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1027 La. 308, Thibodaux, LA 70301. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Patricia Zeringue Rivero; two children, Rickey Joseph Rivero, and Cathy Rivero Dufrene and husband, Ned Jr.; three grandchildren, Pfc. Aaron Dufrene, Taylor Dufrene and Katie Dufrene; one sister, Nedra R. Cassard and husband, Elray; four brothers-in-law; three sisters-in-law, Rhea Abadie and husband, Mitch, Michael Zeringue and wife, Nanette, and Lori Lucas and husband, James; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cleveland Rivero and Delta Alberado Rivero; one son, David James Rivero; and two brothers, Gary Rivero and Kenneth Rivero. Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 WITT, JOHN John Lawrence Witt, 58, a native and resident of Houma, died at 9:36 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, 2010. Funeral services were held Dec. 28 at Chauvin Funeral Home. He is survived by two sisters, Linda Stiltner, and Bonnie W. Jones and husband, John W. Jones; and two nieces, Bridget Marie Stiltner and Stephanie Lynn Stiltner He was preceded in death by his parents, Enoch Henry Witt and Marion Clement Witt; and one sister, Joannie Witt. He was a foreman for Felicity and Company and a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. He was a retired platoon sergeant with the Army Reserve and a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. Chauvin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Thursday, December 30, 2010 BOUDWIN, RAY, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ray Joseph Boudwin Sr., 81, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:50 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houma. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Eva Galliano Boudwin; four sons, Ray J. Boudwin Jr. and wife, Alenora, David P. Boudwin and wife, Cynthia, Perry J. Boudwin Jr. and wife, Cathy, and Darren J. Boudwin; three daughters, Susan Price and husband, Steve, Irene Trahan and fiance, Alexander Dymnikov, and Rebecca Scott and companion, James Bertinot; two sisters, Roberta Scott and Jeanette Morrow; 21 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and one great-great- grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Mathilda Domangue Boudwin; two grandsons, Herman Trahan II and Jimmy Ray Boudwin; five infant siblings; five brothers, Nolan, Warner, Percy, Edgar Jr. and Gelpi Boudwin; two sisters, Rosabelle Boudwin and Florence Hebert; and two sons-in-law, Herman Trahan Sr. and Tommy Vance Scott Sr. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 30, 2010 DUNCAN, LARRY, JR. Larry Duncan Jr., infant, a native and resident of Schriever, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2010 at Leonard J. Chabert Medical Center in Houma. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. today at Blue Lilly Cemetery in (Johnson Ridge) Thibodaux. He is survived by his parents, Johnesha Bruce and Larry Duncan Sr. of Schriever; and his grandparents, Sheila Bruce and Johnnie Bruce, and Elizabeth Duncan and Larry Cole. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 30, 2010 LACOSTE, LOIS Lois Bellow Lacoste, 81, a native of St. James and a former resident of Metairie and a resident of Thibodaux, since Hurricane Katrina, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010 at her home. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy. in Metairie. A funeral mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home chapel, with interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, James Bellow and wife, Connie, Kim Bellow and wife, Wanda, and Debra B. Rodrigue and husband, the late Edward Rodrigue; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Justin Lacoste; her parents, Henry Bellow and Louise Fabre Bellow; one brother, Clyde Bellow; and one sister- in-law, Violet Bellow. She was a retired banker with Whitney Bank. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home of Metairie is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 30, 2010 LADMIRAULT, JOSEPH, III ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Joseph Donicien Ladmirault III, passed away Monday, Dec. 27, 2010. Relatives and friends of the family, as well as former coworkers, are invited to attend the services. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday in the Chapel of Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Westlawn Cemetery in Gretna. He is survived by two children, Lindsay Apostolopoulous and Leslie Holloway; his former wife, Renee Davis; four grandchildren, Shelby, Malayah, Jerry Joseph, and Sadie; four siblings, Helen Thibodaux, Betty Chesterman, Frank Ladmirault and Brenda Ladmirault; and nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph D. Ladmirault Jr. and Helen Cuadrado Ladmirault. Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 504-341-9421, is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 30, 2010 NEIL, DRUBY, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Druby Paul Neil Sr., 77, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 3:33 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Euralee LeBouef Neil; two sons, Druby P. Neil Jr. and wife, Becky, and Don P. Neil and wife, Shelley; one brother, Druis Neil Sr.; three sisters, Eunice Pellegrin, Walterine Fanguy and Eula Hebert; five grandchildren, Donnie Neil, Nikkia Neil, Megan Neil, Sara Neil and Matthew Neil; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Adeline Picou Neil; two grandchildren, Sandy Marie and Owen Paul Neil; one great-grandchild; six brothers, Lawrence, Clarence, Albert, Nollie Wilbert and Edward Neil; and four sisters, Ignolia Neil, Anita Russo, Aline Theriot and Alerine Naquin. He was a retired boat captain for Baroid and also a self-employed fisherman. He was a member of Knights of Columbus. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Thursday, December 30, 2010 THERIOT, CORA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Cora Mae Theriot, a native of Morgan City and a resident of Berwick, was born Jan. 5, 1926 and passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010 at Leonard J. Chabert Medical Center. A time of remembrance will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the church. She is survived by one daughter, Betty Provost and husband, Vernon Eschete of Gibson; one son, Willis J. Theriot and wife, Sherald of Jeanerette; five grandchildren, Angela Pitre, Joseph Provost, Stacy Pellerin, Christy Barrilleaux and Willis Theriot II; eight great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur James Theriot; her parents, Willis and Hattie Gray; and one grandson, David James Provost. Cora loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She also loved her little faithful companion, Shadow, her dog. Twin City Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================== Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 CHIGHIZOLA, ETHEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ethel Chighizola, 86, a native and resident of Grand Isle, died at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church in Grand Isle. Mass will be 1 p.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one sister, Hazel Quebodeaux; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Milton and Lillie Chighizola; one brother, Louis Chighizola; one nephew, Cory Quebodeaux; and one sister, Augusta Readenour. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 DEFOE, KAREN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Karen Hill Defoe, 63, a native of Sulphur Springs, Texas, and a resident of Irving, Texas, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010. Funeral service was held at 10 a.m. Dec. 28 at Brown's Memorial Funeral Home in Irving, with burial at Ridgeway Cemetery. She is survived by her father, Andy Hill and wife, Louise; two daughters, Schona Hotard and Kimberly Ogden; one son, Travis Defoe; two sisters, Jean Hill Shoemaker and Sherie Kelly; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her mother, Billie Hill; and her daughter-in-law, Diana Garcia-Defoe. Ben F. Brown's Memorial Funeral Home of Irving, Texas, was in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 MARTIN, MINTA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Minta Marie Cheramie Martin, 91, a native of Leeville and a resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010. Funeral services were held Dec. 28 at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux, with interment at Cheramie Cemetery in Golden Meadow. She is survived by one daughter, Edith Ann Martin Williford; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie J. Martin; her parents, Anatole Cheramie and Atticia Pitre Cheramie; two brothers, Manny Cheramie and Roosevelt Cheramie; and four sisters, Augusta Fontenot, Timmis Collins, Louise Angelle and Loraine Vega. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 MESMAN, CHARLES, III ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Charles "Chuck" John Mesman III, 67, born and raised in New Orleans and a lifelong resident of Kenner. passed away Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, with his loving family at his side after a three-year battle with lung cancer. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation from 3 p.m. to funeral time Monday at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive in Metairie. Mass will be held at 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, with a private interment. He is survived by his devoted wife of 481/2 years, Frances Cadiere Mesman; loving father of John Charles, Timothy Paul and wife, Peggy, Glenn Michael Mesman and wife, Elayne, and Michelle Ann Mesman Riggin and husband, Ronnie; proud grandfather of seven grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends; and his loving Aunt Margie Hynes of Shreveport. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elva Tonry Mesman and Charles J. Mesman Jr.; and one brother, Gregory G. Mesman. He attended school in Houma at St. Francis de Sales Boy's School. He was employed for more than 30 years at HUG- Condon Moving and Storage Company where he worked in sales and office management. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are preferred to the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Road, Jefferson, LA 70121. Garden of Memories Funeral Home of Metairie is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 PEREZ, LOUISE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Louise B. Perez, 73, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 9:35 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church in Thibodaux, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by one daughter, Sheila P. Gilbert and husband, Michael; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Henrietta O. Baudoin; and her siblings, Nelson, Sylvain, Clifton, Henry, and Margarite B. Benoit, Lucille B. Freeman and Anna Mae Baudoin. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 PRIMEAUX LILLY Lilly Dronet Primeaux, 90, a native of Delcambre and a resident of Houma, died at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma in Bayou Blue. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. today at the funeral home, with burial in Meguez Cemetery in Delcambre. She is survived by one son, Maurice "Boogie" Primeaux Jr.; one daughter, Loretta P. Trahan; nine grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice Primeaux Sr.; her parents, Alcuse and Anita Romero Dronet; and one brother, Eugene Dronet. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 RHODES, KIM ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Kim Anne Rhodes, 53, a native of Flint, Mich., and a longtime resident of Houma, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010. A memorial visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. She is survived by her loving husband of 28 years, Robin Rhodes; one daughter, Heather Rhodes and future son-in-law, Dusty Rhodes; her mother, Doris Peterson; her mother-in-law, Beulah Rhodes; two brothers, Gerald Martineau and Mark Peterson; one sister, Sharon Rich; one sister-in-law, Cindy Dupre; two brothers- in-law, Alan Rhodes and David Rhodes; and many nieces and nephews from Michigan and Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her father, Calvin "Bud" Peterson; and father-in- law, Roy Rhodes. She was a homemaker, wife and mother. She loved gardening and being outside with her pets. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. Buzz up! ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 RICHARDSON, STELLA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Stella Brumfield Richardson, 53, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, in Baton Rouge. Funeral services were held Dec. 28 at Bladesfield (C.O.G.I.C.) in Kentwood. Quillins Richardson Funeral Home of St. Tammany was in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 SMITH, GENEVIEVE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Genevieve Taylor Gauno Smith, 77, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2010. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at New Mount Zion Baptist Church, with a tributary service held at 7 p.m. Sunday at the church. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. She is survived by one son, Belton Gauno III of Houma; two brothers, Raymond Taylor of Houma, and Hervery Taylor and wife, Sandra, of Forest City, Ark.; four sisters, Pearl Jones of Marrero, Fern Lee of Houma, Janet Granger of Houma, and Martha Turner of Houma; four grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Belton Gauno Jr. and John Smith Jr.; her parents, Johnny Sr. and Darcus Beloney Taylor; one son, Keith A. Gauno Sr.; one brother, Johnny Taylor Jr.; and three sisters, Vivian Stewart, Earline Taylor and Bertha Taylor. She was a member of NAACP, the Retired Teachers Association, TNBA Bowling League, J.J. Clement Order of Eastern Star; Darcus Taylor Order of Cyren, Terrebonne Community Action Association, president of the choir at New Mount Zion Baptist Church, a member of the Trustee Board at New Mount Zion Baptist Church and the secretary of New Mount Zion Baptist Church. She was a retired educator of the Terrebonne Parish School Board. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 THIBODAUX, MYRA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Myra Dupre Thibodaux, 71, a native of Larose and a resident of Schriever, died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Lawrence Church in Chacahoula. Mass will be held at noon Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by five daughters, Cynthia Naquin, Pamela Thibodeaux, Darlene Toups, Tina Thibodaux and husband, Thomas, and Rosalie Thibodaux; one son, Michael Darden and wife, Violeta; one stepson, Dana Thibodaux; two brothers, Nelson Dupre Sr. and wife, Margie, and Morris Dupre and wife, Mary; 19 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harold P. Darden Sr.; second husband, Percy J. Thibodaux; her parents, Maurice and Genevieve Dupre; one brother, Joseph Dupre; one sister, Gloria Dupre; and one stepson, Lynn Thibodaux. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================= Published: Friday, December 31, 2010 VEGAS, ROSEMARY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2010/f1012.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rosemary Cheramie Vegas, 58, a native of Raceland and a resident of Grand Isle, died at 6:37 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. Religious service will be held at 2 p.m. today at the funeral home, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Terry Joseph Vegas Sr.; her father, Harvey Joseph Cheramie; two sons, Terry J. Vegas Jr. and Brian Vegas; three brothers, Harvey Cheramie Jr., Harry Cheramie and Billy Cheramie; one sister, Darlene Cheramie; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Verna Frickey Cheramie Crosby; and two daughters, Andrea Vegas and Rosanna Vegas. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ==============================================================================