OBITUARIES for JUNE 2011; TERREBONNE and LAFOURCHE Parishes, La.

Submitted by: Louis Lavedan

Last Modified: 1 July. 2011

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 1 to June 2, 2011

ADAMS, RUBY 

Ruby G. Adams, 76, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 10:10 a.m. Sunday, 
May 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one sister, Blanche Galjour Martin.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sidney and Alice T. Galjour; three 
sons, Nolan Jr., Scott, and Dennis Adams; one brother, Herbert Galjour; and two 
sisters, Mildred G. Pierce and Grace G. Williams.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 1 to June 2, 2011

CLUBB, GLORIA 

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Gloria Ann Clubb, 64, a native of Ville Platte and resident of Houma, died 
Friday, May 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11 a.m. 
Friday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Bridget Catholic Church Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Harold Clubb of Houma; two sons, Raymond 
Fontenot of Houma and Anthony Fontenot and wife, Rosema of California; two 
stepsons, Michael Clubb and wife, Donna, of Victoria, Texas and Steven Clubb of 
Rhode Island; one daughter, Angela F. Duet and husband, Glen of Thibodaux; two 
stepdaughters, Debra Domingue and husband, Dave, of Houma and Connie Clubb of 
Louisiana; two brothers, James Janise and wife, Rita, of Villeplate and Eugene 
Janise and wife, Gaynelle of Houma; two sisters, Anna Janise and companion, 
Gary, of Grand Isle and Emily Boudreaux and husband, Robbie, of Houma; eight 
grandchildren, Ragen Paul, Antoinette Fontenot, Justin Fontenot, Blaine Lara, 
Chelsea Sims, Roger Sims III, David Domingue and Kayla Lara; one great-
grandchild, Jada Lara; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Lemuel Ray Fontenot; and her 
parents, Louis and Edelle Comeaux Janise.

She was a parishioner of St. Bridget Catholic Church and employed by Bayou 
Dularge Middle School. She enjoyed baking, crocheting, sewing, working in her 
rose garden, and spending time with her cat Cookie. She was a former member of 
the Eastern Stars of Houma and Thibodaux, a former member of the East Houma 
Lions Club and a member of Coteau Baptist Church. She loved her grandchildren 
and was a very devoted mother and wife and will be greatly missed.

Special thanks to Dr. Patrick Walker and Amedisys for their care.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 1 to June 2, 2011

ELPHAGE, PAMELA 

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Pamela Elphage, 30, was called to rest on Wednesday, May 25, 2011.

A memorial service will be held Friday at Christ Baptist Church, La. 308, Bell 
Rose.

She leaves to mourn her parents, Joseph Paul Elphage Sr. and Annie Mae Lemon; 
two children, Kavin Jr. and Tiana Elphage; one sister, Palette Elphage of Baton 
Rouge; three brothers, David and Robert Lemon, and Joseph Paul Elphage Jr. all 
of Baton Rouge; her grandfather, Albert Alexis Sr. of Thibodaux; her godfather, 
Wallace Stewart Jr. of Thibodaux; and godmother, Angela Robertson Davis of 
Nashville, Tenn.

Church Funeral Services and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 1 to June 2, 2011

FRANCE, NORMEL 

Normel Theresa Beadle France, 69, a native of Lake Charles and resident of 
Thibodaux, died Saturday, May 28, 2011.

There will be a gathering to celebrate her life beginning at noon Friday at St. 
Genevieve Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the church, 
with interment to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Camille; one daughter, Rene' Geerts 
and husband, Michael; three sons, Damian and wife, Tanya, Noel and wife, 
Kandise, and Titus and wife, Angela; nine grandchildren, Maria and Evan, Jacob, 
Jared, Sarah and Joshua, Kaleb and Nathaniel, and Xander; and one brother, Lynn 
Beadle and wife, Carolyn.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Norman W. and Elsie Simar Beadle; and 
one brother, Robert S. Breaux.

She was a parishioner of and liturgist for St. Genevieve Catholic Church and a 
presenter of Diocesan Liturgical Workshops. She was a retired medical technician 
from Thibodaux Regional Medical Center.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a cancer center or foundation of your 
choice, or St. Genevieve Catholic Church.

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

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 1 to June 3, 2011

HEBERT, DORIS 

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Doris Faye Hebert, 71, a native of Sulphur and resident of Houma, died at 7:30 
p.m. Monday, May 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de 
Sales Cemetery No. 2.

She is survived by three sons, Cary Blake Legarde of Houma, Ronald Willis and 
wife, Sandra, of Houma and Karl Willis of Houma; one daughter, Karlene Trahan 
and husband, Ronald of Houma; three brothers, Jerry LeBlanc, Donald LeBlanc, and 
Sidney Romero all of Port Arthur, Texas; three sisters, Patsy DeRouen and 
husband, Roy, of Port Arthur, Texas, Theresa Giles of Port Arthur, Texas and 
Judy Terrebonne of Houma; eight grandchildren, Mandy and husband, Paul Luebbert, 
Shane and wife, Simone Willis, Lacey and husband, Bud King, Rusty and wife, 
Michelle Theriot, Craig Jr. and wife, Cassie Theriot, Jennifer and husband, 
Jansen Bourg, Jill Trahan and fiance, Kendall, and Joey and wife, Amy Trahan; 
and her great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Olivia Luebbert, Amelia Willis, 
Brianna, Anthony, Aydan, and Landyn King, Bryce and Kiersten Theriot, Colby 
Theriot, Parker Blackmon, Gavin and Mia Bourg, Dylan Trahan and Kamryn Arnaud, 
and Jared, Blake, Brennan, and Anna Trahan.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Hebert; her parents, Louis 
Daigle and Eunice Romero; one brother, Leroy LeBlanc; and one granddaughter, 
April Lynne Theriot.

She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church and the owner 
of Blakes Lounge. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters Society and a 
Eucharistic Minister. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother 
and sister.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ROGER, LENA 

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Lena N. Roger, 92, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 2:03 p.m. Monday, 
May 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home Parlor and 
from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. John the Evangelist Church in 
Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial 
in the church cemetery.

She is survived by four sons, Joseph Roger and wife, Toni, Jerry Roger and wife, 
Peggy, Gene Roger and wife, Peggie, and David Roger and wife, Wanda; three 
daughters, Barbara Roger, Peggy Roger, and Debra Gautreaux and husband, Rodney; 
one brother, O'Neil Naquin; three sisters, Jeanne Maronge, Rose Adams and Ruby 
Blanchard; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; four step-
grandchildren; and four step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Emile Roger; her parents, Clerphy 
Naquin and Leodia Traigle Naquin; one son, Adam Roger; four brothers; and one 
sister.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 1 to June 2, 2011

TOUPS, DANIELLE 

Danielle Marie Toups, 25, a resident of Mt. Hermon, died at 9:05 a.m. Monday, 
May 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Crain Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. 
to funeral time Thursday at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tylertown. Mass will be 
held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial to follow in Mt. Hermon 
Cemetery.

She is survived by her parents, Danny and Marie Toups of Mt. Hermon; three 
sisters, Brittny and Patrick Fair, Jamie Toups, and Marisa Montecino all of Mt. 
Hermon; her grandparents, Donald and Trucella Krasmer of Raceland, Marinne 
Hebert of Cut Off, and Jackie and Sis Toups of Galliano; and her fiance, Bill 
Hensley of Mt. Hermon.

She was a member of Mt. Hermon Volunteer Fire Department and attended St. Paul 
Catholic Church in Tylertown, Miss.

Crain Funeral Home is in charge of arrangemeents.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 1 to June 2, 2011

TURNER, ALBERTA 

Alberta Acosta Turner, 92, a native of Chauvin and resident of Baker, died 
Tuesday, May 24, 2011.

Services were held May 28 in Baker.

She is survived by two daughters, Connie and husband, Elzie Beard Sr., of Baker 
and Kitty and husband, Marshall Pruyn, of Central; one sister, Janet Roshto of 
Denham Springs; one brother, Robert and wife, Imelda Acosta of Houma; six 
grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene M. Turner; her mother, Julianne 
Cunningham Acosta; and her father and stepmother, Robert Acosta and Maria 
LeBlanc Acosta.

Baker Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 1 to June 2, 2011

WILKERSON, EARL, JR. 

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Earl "Big Earl" Wilkerson Jr., 57, a native and resident of Gray, died Thursday, 
May 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Eagle Wright Baptist 
Church in Gray. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the 
church, with burial at Halfway Cemetery in Gray.

He is survived by his wife, Shawanda B. Wilkerson of Thibodaux; three sons, Earl 
Nells of Houma, Dequincy Dunmiles and Travon Dunmiles, both of Thibodaux; two 
daughters, Portia Howard and Chakakhan Nells, both of Houma; two brothers, Alvin 
Wilkerson and Authur Escort, both of Morgan City; one adopted brother, Stanford 
Marts Sr. of Houma; one sister, Bernadine Wilkerson of Gray; one sister-in-law, 
Sandra Wilkerson of Morgan City; and nine grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Sr. and Eva Wilkerson; and his 
grandparents, Clarence and Margaret Brown, and Hattie Wilkerson.

He was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 2 to June 3, 2011

ARCEMONT, JADEN 

Jaden Paul Arcemont, a native of Houma and resident of Berwick, was born May 30, 
2011 and died at 1:45 p.m. Monday, May 30, 2011.

No services are scheduled.

He is survived by his mother, Katie Roddy; his father, Christopher Arcemont; his 
grandparents, Susan DuBois of Berwick, Johnny and Crystal Roddy of Schriever, 
Edward and Theresa Arcemont of Lafayette, Jennifer Arthur of Berwick, and Troy 
Voisan of Berwick; and his great-grandparents, Eddie and Anna Arcemont.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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CLARK, ANNIE 

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Annie Breaux Clark, 60, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 2:13 
p.m. Sunday, May 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one son, Jed Lorraine; four daughters, Tessie Lorraine, Lynn 
Rogers, Deanna Lorraine and Rachel Lorraine; four brothers, Harry, Tommy (twin), 
Aubry Jr., and Chris Breaux; three sisters, Rose Bernard, Alice Lefort and Vena 
Milstead; and 10 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Edward P. Lorraine Sr.; her 
second husband, Eugene C. Clark; her parents, Aubry J. Breaux Sr. and Olivette 
Serigny Breaux; and two brothers, Alvin and Hanley Breaux.

She was Catholic.

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

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CRUSE, JOSEPH, SR. 

Joseph Edward Cruse Sr., 77, a native of Alexandria and resident of Gretna, died 
Monday, May 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Friday at the church, with 
interment in Greenwood Memorial Park in Pineville under the direction of John 
Kramer and Son.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Jean Betar Cruse; two daughters, Jeanne Starr 
and Carolyn Lewis; four sons, Jay, Tommy, John, and Joe Cruse and their spouses; 
13 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one son, David Cruse; his father, Edward Wheadon 
Cruse; his mother, Hattie Baynard Cruse; one sister, Hattie Jo Cruse; two great-
grandsons, Caden Lewis and Jaidon Smith.

He was a parishioner of St. Cletus Catholic Church in Gretna, where he was Grand 
Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council 8615. He was a Marine Corps pilot and 
flight instructor from 1953-1958. He was a retired chemical salesman and 
seaplane pilot.

Kramer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DUPLANTIS, DANIEL 

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Brother Daniel Lawrence Anthony Duplantis, F.S.C., 94, passed away Monday, May 
30, 2011 at Maison de Lafayette Nursing Home.

A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the De La Salle Chapel, 1522 
Carmel Drive, with the Rev. Luiz Dutra as principal celebrant. A Rosary will be 
prayed at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the chapel.

He is survived by four nephews, Harold Fanguy of Houma, Daniel Fanguy of 
Poplarville, Miss., David Fanguy of Canonsburg, Pa. and Jude Fanguy of Houma; 
and one niece, Lua Fanguy Hebert of Oviedo, Fla.; and numerous grand and great-
grand-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kelly Duplantis and the former, Emma 
Bergeron; one sister, Loretta Fanguy; and one niece, Grace Olivier.

Daniel Lawrence Anthony Duplantis was born on April 22, 1917 in Houma. He 
entered the Junior Novitiate of The De La Salle Christian Brothers in Lafayette 
in 1931. He received the habit of the Brothers on Aug. 14, 1933. He made final 
profession of vows on July 3, 1942.

In his early career he served briefly at St. Peter's School, New Iberia, Kirwin 
High School Galveston, Texas, Landry High School, Lake Charles, and the Junior 
Novitiate in Las Vegas, N.M. He also served at De La Salle High School in New 
Orleans and Hanson High School in Franklin. The majority of his Religious life 
was spent at the Provincial headquarters in Lafayette. He served many positions 
including Treasurer/Bursar and Secretary to the Provincial. He remained at De La 
Salle Christian Brothers in Lafayette, until November 2008. Because of failing 
health he entered the Nursing Home, Maison de Lafayette where he peacefully 
expired on May 30, 2011.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to De La Salle-Christian Brothers, 
1522 Carmel Drive, Lafayette, LA 70501.

Martin & Castille-Downtown of Lafayette is in charge of arrangements.

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GRADENIGOS, ELODIE 

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Elodie Gradenigos, 93, died Thursday, May 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Saturday at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Mamou. A rosary will be recited at 6:30 
p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturay at St. 
Ann's Catholic Church in Mamou, with interment to follow in the New St. Ann 
Cemetery.

She is survived by one son, Hilton J. Gradney of Oakdale; five daughters, Helen 
Mitchell of Houma, Ellen Fontenot of Malin, Ore., Louise G. Papillion of 
Lafayette, Ethel M. Papillion of Ruston and Emily G. Davis of Beaumont, Texas; 
18 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Edges Gradenigos; and her 
parents, Augustine and Felicia Verrette.

Ardoin Funeral Home of Mamou is in charge of arrangements.

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GROS, DIANE 

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Diane Naquin Gros, 64, a native and resident of Assumption, died Monday, May 30, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Philomena 
Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Jessie A. Gros Sr.; one son, Jason J. Gros; one 
daughter, Dawn M. Gros; four brothers, Eves, Steven, Elliot, and Alvin Naquin; 
two sisters, Henrietta T. and Alide Miles; 11 grandchildren; and two great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Noah Naquin and Ida Boudreaux Naquin; 
one son, Jessie A. Gros Jr.; one brother, Henry Naquin; and one sister, Clem 
Prejean.

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

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HARRINGTON, NORMA 

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Norma B. Morrison Harrington, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2011, just 11 days 
short of her 88th birthday.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home. Graveside 
services will be held Friday at Old Protestant Cemetery in Lafayette.

She is survived by her loving children, Pat and Mike Reddrick, Donna and Ed 
Lupberger, and Cliff and Elizabeth Harrington; her grandchildren, Kate 
Harrington, Beau and Beth Harrington, Isaac and Sophia, Coogan Ryan and ZiZi and 
James Yockey; and her geat-grandchildren, Claire Ryan, Luke Ryan, Edie Yocky and 
Ryan Yocky.

She was born in Hancock County, Ky. on June 11, 1923 and lived in Louisville, 
Ky. until her marriage to Clifford Litherland Harrington in Jan. 1943. Their 
marriage lasted 62 years until his death in July 2005.

Norma loved her family and created a beautiful home. She was a willing volunteer 
as a leader for Cub Scouts, Brownies, Girl Scouts, Y-Teens, PTA, Band Sponsors 
and the Presbyterian Church. She spent many, many happy hours at the camp, the 
"Norma B", fishing, traveling with Cliff in their travel trailer and 
entertaining family and friends.

The family would like to thank her caregivers at the Homestead and her special 
helpers, Irma, Dee, Linda, Liza and Denise

She will be missed by her family and friends and her sweet Yorkie, "Sammi".

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to French Camp 
Academy, One Fine Place, French Camp, Miss. 39745-9703 or the charity of your 
choice.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LEDET, LOUIS, JR.

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Louis "Ping" Ledet Jr., 43, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Bayou Boeuf, 
died Monday, May 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel and 
from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in 
Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Wendy Benoit Ledet; four sons, Louis "Louie" Ledet 
III, Anthony, Adrian, and Gaige Ledet; and two brothers, Ricky and Daniel Ledet.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis "Black" Ledet Sr. and Marie 
Naquin Ledet.

He touched many people's lives and hearts. He could make anyone smile no matter 
what kind of mood they were in. He was the life of the party. He enjoyed 
cooking, camping and singing. He was a great husband, father and friend. He will 
be dearly missed by all.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MELERINE, TAMMY 

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Tammy Smith Melerine, 47, a native of New Orleans and resident of Chalmette, 
died Saturday, May 21, 2011.

Please call family for service times at 985-258-0877.

She is survived by her mother, Gladys Marie Smith; two sons, Casey Melerine and 
Christian Smith; one daughter, Chanel Gambino; two brothers, Windell and Curtis 
Smith; two sisters, Donna Labrano and Maria Long; and four grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, William Donald Smith.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ORGERON, JUDY 

Judy Harvey Orgeron, 61, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Gray, died 
Tuesday, May 31, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Thibodaux Funeral Home 
Chapel. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, 
with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

She is survived by her husband, Freddie Orgeron; one daughter, Renate M. 
Delarosa; five stepchildren, Vera O. Lee, Blake Orgeron, Kurt Orgeron, Scott 
Orgeron and Vickie O. Daigrepont; one sister, Patricia H. Boutwell; and eight 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin Harvey and Mildred L. Harvey; 
and one sister, Brenda H. Antill.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BROWN, JERRY 

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Jerry Lee Brown, 67, a native of Bessemer, Ala. and resident of Des Allemands, 
died Wednesday, June 1, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. 
Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Life Fellowship Church in 
Bayou Gauche.

He is survived by three sons, Tommy Eloff and wife, Cathy, Seth Brown and wife, 
Carrie, and Dustin Brown and fiancee, Cynthia; four daughters, Glenda McGuire 
and husband, John, Rita Gleason and husband, Michael, Holly Granier and husband, 
Corey, and Meagan "Mandy" Fast and husband, Timothy; two sisters, Dorothy Norris 
and Wilma Childress; 14 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Catherine C. Brown.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FAUCHEAUX, BLAINE, SR.

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Blaine "Mosshead" Paul Faucheaux Sr., 47, a native and resident of Houma, died 
at 9:33 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. 
Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 
2.

He is survived by two sons, Blaine Paul Faucheaux Jr. and Brandon John 
Faucheaux; one daughter, Brooke Cormier; two grandchildren, Kaine Michael 
Faucheaux and Jaidalynn Renee Dehart; his mother, Linda Guzman Earnst; one 
brother, Brett John Faucheaux; and one sister, Brandi Lynn Faucheaux.

He was preceded in death by his father, Anatole "Nat" A. Faucheaux; one brother, 
Brian "Chabac" Faucheaux; and his grandparents, John and Ophelia Faucheaux Sr., 
and John and Lillian Guzman.

He was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. He was a crane 
operator for Performance Energy. He loved to fish and ride his Harley. He was 
loved and will be missed by all.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FUSILIER, MICHEAL 

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Micheal "Aka Lil Daddy" Fusilier, 48, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident 
of Houma, died Wednesday, June 1, 2011.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at New St. Matthews 
Baptist Church. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the 
church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery.

He is survived by his companion, Doretha Andrews of Houma; one son, Shawn 
Micheal Fusilier of Houma; one daughter, Elicia Spencer of New Orleans; three 
brothers, Rev. Dr. Vincent Fusilier and wife, Rosemary, Stanford Fusilier and 
wife, Lisa, and Lloyd Matthews of Houma; four sisters, Barbara F. Sam and 
husband, Joseph, of Larose, Patricia Fusilier and husband, Craig, of 
Arlington,Texas, Anita F. Burks and husband, McKinley, of Houma, and Dometrice 
Jenkins and husband, Daniel, of Washington; seven grandchildren; and three 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Vincent and Mary Ann Elair Fusilier; 
two brothers, Gabriel and Willie Fusilier; and his grandparents, Modette Savoie, 
Joseph Fusilier, and Joseph Lagarde.

He was Baptist.

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

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LANDRY, WILSON, JR.

Wilson J. Landry Jr., 78, a native of Vacherie and resident of Oakdale, died at 
7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Landry's Funeral Home 
in Thibodaux. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral 
home, with burial at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery in Chackbay.

He is survived by two daughters, Patricia Landry Vidrine and Sandra Landry; two 
brothers, Valey and Leo Landry; one sister, Una L. Roudrigue; five 
grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilson J. Landry Sr. and Viola Legundre 
Landry; two brothers, Jeadee and Eric Landry; and one sister, Rena Roudrigue.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LORIO, CAROLYN 

Carolyn Knobloch Lorio, 78, a native and resident of Raceland, died Thursday, 
June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Charles Borromeo 
Catholic Church in St. Charles Community. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday 
at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Earl Lorio; one son, Stephen Lorio; and two 
brothers, C.J. Knobloch and wife, Carole, and Cameron Knobloch and wife, Janice.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude Knobloch Sr. and Cecile 
Knobloch.

She was a parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, a member of 
Charity School of Nursing Alumni Association and the Ladies Altar Society.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RICHARD, EMELDA 

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Emelda Junot Richard, 92, a native and resident of Labadieville, died at 7 p.m. 
Wednesday, June 1, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Philomena 
Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two children, Janet Richard and husband, Robert Sr. and Larry 
Richard and wife, Rita; eight grandchildren, Keith Richard, Kim Richard Comeaux, 
Robert Richard Jr., Kristie Richard Bourgeois, Joelene Richard Himel, Scott 
Richard, Meca Richard Foret and Jason Richard; and 15 great-grandchildren, Emily 
Comeaux, Chelsey and Hailey Richard, Madison and Saige Bourgeois, Lacey, Joel, 
Robbie, and Layla Richard, Arabella and Kenley Himel, Macy, Morgan, and Lola 
Richard and one on the way.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Richard; her parents, Seraphin 
Junot and Luda Talbot Junot; her children, Wayne Richard and Janice Richard; one 
brother, Everette Junot; and one grandchild.

Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PHILLIPS, WILLIAM 

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William B. "Bill" Phillips, born April 22, 1959 and passed away Tuesday, May 31, 
2011, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Rose-Neath 
Marshall Funeral Street Funeral Home.

Beautiful memories will be shared by his wife, Dawn Phillips; one son, Michael 
Phillips; two brothers, John Phillips and wife, Dollie, and Phil Phillips and 
wife, Cindy; one sister, Lorri Phillips; three nephews, Adam and Thomas 
Phillips, and Steve West; his father-in-law, Daniel T. Mielnicki; his brother-
in-law, Doug Mielnicki and wife, Lisa; and his sisters-in-law, Michele and Dana 
Mielnicki.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Leo and Geraldine Phillips; and 
his mother-in-law, Agnes M. Mielnicki.

Memorials may be made to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston or to the 
charity of your choice.

Rose-Neath Funeral Home Marshall Street Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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PITRE, LAVERNE 

Laverne Marie Pitre, 67, a native of Montegut and resident of Houma, died at 
5:35 a.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

She is survived by three brothers, John LeBlanc Jr. and wife, Gloria, of Houma, 
David "Tutty" LeBlanc and wife, Tammy, of Houma and Larry LeBlanc and wife, 
Meryl of Houma; one sister, Valerie Pichauffe of Youngsville; four nieces, Amy 
Leonard and husband, Timmy, of Gray, Melissa Besson and husband, Danny Jr., of 
Houma, Julie Hammonds and husband, Chad, of Gray, Tenn., and Kellie Pellegrin 
and husband, Mike, of Bourg; two nephews, Adam LeBlanc of Houma and Kevin 
LeBlanc and wife, Monique, of Kentucky; and two great-nephews, Nicholas Leonard 
of Gray and Timothy Leonard Jr. of Gray.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles "Moose" Joseph Pitre; and her 
parents, John Loney LeBlanc Sr. and Ruby Josephine LeBlanc.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was loved by many 
friends and family and will be greatly missed.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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THIBODAUX, MABLE 

Mable Gilfour Thibodaux, 90, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Lockport, 
died at 3:24 a.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mary Catholic 
Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Ted Thibodaux and wife, Amelie, and Allen Thibodaux 
and wife, Celeste; one son-in-law, James Dorsey Sr.; two daughters, Molly 
Cheramie and husband, Robert, and Dale Neal and husband, Curtis; 18 
grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Isaac Thibodaux; her parents, Adam and 
Alta Guillot Gilfour; one daughter, Stella Dorsey; four brothers; and four 
sisters.

She was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TRAHAN, YVONNE 

Yvonne Eve LeBoeuf Trahan, 70, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 11:40 
a.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church in Chauvin. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three children, Pauline Farkas and husband, Bobby, Jeffrey 
Trahan and wife, Shirley, and Buddy Trahan and wife, Jill; one brother, Edward 
LeBoeuf; six grandchildren, Kristy Callahan, Sandy Pinell, Robin Lyons, Jacob 
Trahan, Julia Trahan and Libby Trahan; and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Justilian "Beb" Trahan; her parents, 
Edward and Oriana Martin LeBoeuf; two children, Shedrick and Anita Trahan; and 
two brothers, Gerald and Steve LeBoeuf.

She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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ANDRAS ROSE 

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Rose Marie Ordoyne Andras, 92, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Thursday, June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral 
in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in 
the church cemetery.

She is survived by her children, Rosemary Tardo, Sidney Andras and wife, Theresa 
Tardo Andras, Shirley Adams and husband, Ronald, Joyce Roddy and husband, Ray, 
and Wilson "Sonny" Andras Jr. and wife, Debbie Bourg Andras; one brother, 
Clarence Adams; her grandchildren, Michael G. Tardo, Debra Rivas, Phyllis, Gary, 
and Mark Adams, Chrissy Andras Caskey, Ryan Andras and Shawn and Troy Roddy; 
seven great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilson Andras Sr.; her parents, 
Aurelien Ordoyne and Judith Boudreaux Ordoyne; two brothers, Adam Ordoyne and 
Eugene Adams; three sisters, Olivia Ordoyne, Mable Thibodaux and Anna Mae 
Duroche; her son-in-law, Cyrus Bobby Tardo; and one grandchild, Randy Adams.

The family would like to thank Dr. Gregory Chiasson, Dr. James Soignet and the 
staff at St. Joseph Hospice for their dedicated and loving care.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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JACOBS, RUSSELL 

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Russell "Rusty" Lynn Jacobs, 52, a native of El Dorado, Ark. and resident of 
Houma, died at 3:25 a.m. Monday, May 23, 2011.

No services will be held.

He is survived by is father, Beryl Dillard Jacobs; one brother, Steven "Steve" 
Beryl Jacobs; one sister, Carol "Cami" Jacobs; two nephews, Jeffrey Steven 
Jacobs and Thomas Jackson Webb IV; two nieces, Tracy Carol Webb and Jennifer 
Rose Dupre; four great-nephews, Jace, Logan, Jordan and Bryce; and three great-
nieces, Bailee, Hailee and Emma.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn Ann Baker Jacobs; and one 
brother, Charles "Chuck" Dillard Jacobs.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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PLAISANCE, IDA 

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Ida Daigle Plaisance, 87, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 4 p.m. 
Thursday, June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Holy Savior Catholic 
Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three sons, Harvey Plaisance and wife, Bertha, Kenneth 
Plaisance and wife, Pam, and Evans Plaisance and companion, Charlene Foret; one 
daughter, Pamella Cantrelle; two sisters, Hilda Adams and Alice Robichaux; 13 
grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren Plaisance; her son-in-law, Otis 
Cantrelle Sr.; three brothers, Ulysses, Wade, and Willie Daigle; and one sister, 
Gladys Knobloch.

She was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TALBOT, GLORIA 

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Gloria Mae Bergeron Talbot, 83, a native of Louisa and resident of Lockport, 
died at 12:33 p.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Holy Savior Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

She is survived by one brother, Russell Bergeron of Slidell; three sisters, 
Theresa Bellanger, Annette Savoie Cognevich and Myrtle Parks; her brother-in-
law, Thomas Parks, all of Lockport; and many nieces and nephews whom she loved 
very much.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kearney L. Talbot; her parents, Edmond 
A. Bergeron and Annette Rogers Bergeron; four brothers, Edmond, Alvoid, Wilbert, 
and Willard Bergeron; and three sisters, Clothilde Cambre, Elodie Burguries and 
Gertrude Bush.

She was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church and a homemaker.

To send condolences please visit www.chauvinfuneralhome.com.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangement.

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THIBODAUX, DONALD 

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Donald Paul Thibodaux, 67, a native of Donaldsonville, veteran and resident of 
Thibodaux, died Thursday, June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Philomena Catholic 
Church in Labadieville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by two children, son, Daryl Thibodaux and wife, Lynn Bourgeois, 
and daughter, Tammy Albarado and husband, Jody; three granddaughters, Jeni and 
Brooke Thibodaux, and Brittany Albarado; one grandson, Ty Albarado; a very 
special friend, Sylvia Rhodes; his sisters, Sandra Reulet and husband, Richard 
Jr., Barbara Thibodeaux, Alice Reulet and husband, Vincent, Lois Chatagnier and 
husband, Phil, Sally Dugas and husband, Dennis, Peggy Marcantel, and Audrey 
Breaux and husband, Noe; and his brothers, Clerfe Thibodeaux Jr., Rudolph 
Thibodeaux and wife, Martha, Richard Thibodeaux and wife, Theresa, Earl 
Thibodeaux and wife, Peggy, and Carroll Thibodeaux and Lindy Thibodaux.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clerfe Thibodeaux Sr.; two 
sisters, Jane Leblanc and Lou Ann Kibodeaux; and an infant brother.

Pallbearers will be Brad, Nicholas, Earl, and Rudy Thibodeaux, and Scott and 
Ronnie Dugas.

Donald had a passion and gift for many things. He loved his children and his 
grandchildren. There was nothing he could not do or fix. He also loved hunting 
and fishing.

Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BABIN, ADAM 

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Adam Neason Babin, 85, of Alexandria, entered eternal rest on Thursday, June 2, 
2011 at Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital in Alexandria.

Funeral services will be from 9 to 10 a.m. today at Samart Funeral Home of 
Houma. Committal service will follow at the Rogers Cemetery in Houma under the 
guidance of White Oaks, Alexandria.

He leaves behind his loving family to cherish his memory, his wife of 67 years, 
Velma Dufrene Babin of Alexandria; four sons, Carol John Babin and wife, Teena, 
of Bayou Blue, Curtis Joel Babin and wife, Joan, of Tioga, Calvert Jude Babin 
and wife, Sylvia, of Alexandria, and Cary James Babin and wife, Pam, of Deville; 
one daughter, Anna Mae Babin Triche of Bayou Blue; three sisters, Nobby Babin, 
Naomi Babin and Sharron Pascal; three brothers, Nary P. Babin, Norman Babin and 
Rubin Babin; 10 grandchildren, Lisa Smith and husband, Jeff, Parrish and wife, 
Dana, Shane and wife, Sarah, Jory and wife, Lisa, Darren and wife, Melissa, 
Alida Dancer and husband, Dennis, Savannah Lovecchio and husband, Chris, 
Jonathan "J.B." and wife, Courtney, Katelyn Babin and Jesse Littrel; 17 great-
grandchildren, Danielle Smith, Nicole Smith, Regan Witsell, Bryson Witsell, Ty 
Triche, Tucker Babin, Tyler Babin, Gabbie Triche, Macalya Triche, Austin Dancer, 
Brianna Crane, Ashley Dancer, Owen Augustine, Madisyn Babin, Ashtyn Crane, Janna 
Babin and Kinley Lovecchio; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one granddaughter, Wendy Anne Triche; 
and son-in-law, Harold Triche of Bayou Blue.

Pallbearer's to serve are Parrish Triche, Jory Babin, Jonathan "J.B." Babin, 
Shane Babin, Darren Babin and Chris Lovecchio.

He was born Sept. 6, 1928 in Houma to Sidney Tousin "Jack" Babin and Loriana Mae 
Savoie Babin. He was a loving husband, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather 
and friend.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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BABIN, THADDEUS, JR. 

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Thaddeus "Teddy" Anthony Babin Jr., 71, a native of New Orleans and resident of 
Bayou Blue, died at 12:21 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11 a.m. 
Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 1.

He is survived by three sons, Thaddeus Babin III and wife, Laurie, of Metairie, 
Michael J. Babin and wife, Beverly, of Luling and Christopher Babin of Bayou 
Blue; one daughter, Nicole Babin Solis and husband, Felix of Kenner; one 
brother, William J. "Bill" Babin and wife, Karen of Folsom; one sister, Gloria 
Babin Pruett and husband, James of Dayton, Texas; six grandchildren, Rebecca, 
Veronica, and Lucas Babin and Victoria and Lindsey Solis and Alyssa Babin; and 
two great-grandchildren, Lauren Matherne and Jace Krall.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thaddeus Anthony Babin Sr. and Clara 
Colwart Babin.

He loved to work in his garden and also loved his Cajun music.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Arthritis Foundation National 
Office, P.O. Box 7669, Atlanta, GA 30357 or www.arthritis.org.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BLANCHARD, CALVIN 

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Calvin Joseph Blanchard, 84, a native of Labadieville and resident of Thibodaux, 
died Saturday, June 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Christ the Redeemer 
Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the 
church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

He is survived by his cousin, Victoria Landry; his friends, Dennis and Mary 
Eschete; three sisters, Doisey Hannon, Katherine Abadie and Noelie B. Tabor; his 
pet canine, Lil' Runt; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by is wife, Eunice Bergeron Blanchard; his parents, 
Willie J. Blanchard and Gussie Clause Blanchard; one brother, Tielman Blanchard; 
and three sisters, Thelma Thibodaux, Lucille Moncrossen and Vertrine Patterson.

He was greatly loved by everyone.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BLANCHARD, MARVIN 

Marvin Joseph Blanchard, 88, a lifelong native and resident of Raceland, died at 
12:10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Mary's Nativity 
Catholic Church in Raceland, with a military service at 8:45 a.m. Mass will be 
held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

He is survived by one daughter, Mary Blanchard Torres; one sister, Lillie 
Blanchard Badeau; his sister-in-law, Neddie B. Blanchard; three grandchildren; 
and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine G. Blanchard; his parents, Orland 
"O.J." Blanchard and Lucille B. Blanchard; two brothers, Orland "Opp" Blanchard 
Jr. and Deacon Edward J. Blanchard; and one sister, Hazel Blanchard Gaudet.

He was a parishioner of St. Mary's Catholic Church. He honorably served in the 
U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. He was a 3rd degree Knight of Columbus, 
an avid gardener and was retired from Shell Oil and Lafourche Parish School 
Board.

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

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CHAISSON, AMBROSE 

Ambrose Louis Chaisson, 87, a native of Chackbay and resident of Houma, died 
Saturday, June 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Holy Family Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Delores Marie Scott of Houma; two sons, 
Vincent "Coco" Chaisson and wife, Vera, of Houma and Danny Chaisson and wife, 
Cheryl, of Dulac; one daughter, Charlene Giroir and husband, Rickey of Houma; 
three brothers, Joseph Chaisson and wife, Juanita, of Houma, Terry Chaisson and 
wife, Lois, of Houma and Thaddeus Chaisson and wife, Wilma "Sis", of Houma; two 
sisters, Corine Rodrigue of Houma and Angeline Domangue of Houma; seven 
grandchildren, Angie Giroir Falgout, Nicole Giroir Nettleton, Carl, Buddy, 
Kevin, and Teddy Chaisson and Misty Chaisson Page; and six great-grandchildren, 
Whitney and Chandler Falgout, Brylynn and Brenlee Chaisson and Natalie and 
Makenna Page.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raoul and Leah Legendre Chaisson; and 
one sister, Mary Poincot.

Ambrose was born Jan. 1, 1924 in Chackbay to Raoul Chaisson and Leah Legendre. A 
trapper and fisherman he moved to Houma in his early years. At the age of 17 he 
went into the Army and was on a landing barge in the pacific during World War 
II. When he came out of the army he married Dolores Scott.

He was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. He was the owner of 
Chaisson's grocery and supply in Dulac, and the former owner of Bayou Restaurant 
in Dulac. He was a member of the VFW and Knights of Columbus. He was a veteran 
of the U.S. Army.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GROS, LOUELLA 

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Louella Dufrene Gros, 86, a native and resident of Paradis, died at 8 a.m. 
Friday, June 3, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. John the Baptist 
Catholic Church in Paradis. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, 
with burial at St. Charles Cemetery in Luling.

She is survived by two sons, Glenn F. Gros and Dale P. Gros; four daughters, 
Linda G. Mouchon, Dina G. Stelly, Lori G. Spansel and Bonny G. Friloux; one 
sister, Hazel D. Lauve; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Irvin J. Gros; her parents, Philip A. 
Dufrene and Edith Detillier Dufrene; one daughter, Faye Marie Gros; one sister, 
Inez D. Aupied; and three great-grandchildren.

She was a parishioner of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LANDRY, RONALD, JR. 

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Ronald Paul Landry Jr., 52, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died at 
12:45 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma and 
from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houma. 
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by one son, Harvey Landry and wife, Paigle; two daughters, 
Kathryn Landry and companion, Jeremy Williams, and Rebecca Verdin and husband, 
Destry Sr.; his father, Ronald Landry Sr.; three sisters, Vivian Fonseca, Rita 
Gisclair and Lisa Boudreaux and husband, Johnny; three brothers, Gilbert Landry 
and wife, Phyllis, Andrew Landry and wife, Loretta, and Lee Landry; six 
grandchildren, Mariah Landry, Craig Billiot Jr., Destry Verdin Jr., Ali Jolie 
Verdin, Alexis Landry and Adrianna Landry; his former wife, Anna Ollis Landry; 
and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one son, Joshua John Landry; his mother, Rita 
Chaisson Landry; one sister, Gail Landry; two brothers, Robert and Jimmy Landry; 
and his grandparents, Lee and Gladys Pitre Landry, and Junius and Viola Lambas 
Chaisson.

He held various jobs from stock clerk at grocery stores to a certified welder 
but his passion was a commercial fisherman and an avid duck hunter.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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PERKINS, LEE 

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Lee Edmund Perkins, 84, a native of Eunice and resident of Houma, died at 4:55 
p.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Gregory Catholic 
Church in Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Della M. Perkins; two sons, Frank Perkins and 
Patrick Perkins and wife, Cynthia; two daughters, Sheila D. Piazza and husband, 
Wayne, and Michelle E. Busby and husband, Shannon; one sister, Dorothy M. 
Richards; 14 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank J. Perkins and Agnes Jacobs 
Perkins Lafleur; one grandson, Jeffery Piazza; two daughters, Linda Lee Perkins 
and Claire Ellen Boudreaux; and one brother, Sydney Lafleur Jr.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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ROBERTSON, WILTON, SR.

Wilton (CR) Robertson Sr., 65, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houma, 
died Saturday, May 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at the parlor of Davis 
Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank Expressway in Marrero. Funeral services will be 
held at 10 a.m. today in the parlor, with interment at Restlawn Park Cemetery in 
Avondale.

He was the beloved son of Victorine Robertson Gilmore and the late William 
Robertson; stepson of Lee Will Gilmore; father of Wilton and wife, Miriya 
Robertson Jr., Darren Robertson, Kendell Robertson, Cassandra Robertson and 
Carla Robertson; stepfather of LaSwanke and Rendell Robertson; companion of Lois 
Sims; brother of Leon, Ray, Eddie and wife, Denise Robertson, Marie Clark of 
Milwaukee, Wis., Glenda Randall of Sacramento, Calif., Lydia Seldon of Houston, 
Elaine R. and husband, Rev. Isaac Smith, Jacqueline Robertson, and Lasandra and 
husband, Phillip Simmon all of Avondale; nephew of Mary Simmon, Mildred Birden, 
Rose Robertson and Albert Jupiter; 12 grandchildren; eight brothers-in-law; two 
sisters-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and 
friends.

Davis Mortuary Service is in charge of arrangements.

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ROGERS, BONNIE 

Bonnie Lipscomb Rogers, 78, a native and resident of Hammond, was born March 23, 
1933 and passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011 at North Oaks Medical Center in 
Hammond.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services 
at 10 a.m. today in the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond.

She leaves behind her husband, "Buddy" Rogers; three daughters and sons-in-law, 
Connie Fagan Pierce and husband, John, Judy Fagan Lane and husband, Mark, Denise 
Fagan Heigl and husband, Richard; son and daughter-in-law, Frank Fagan and wife 
Lynne; nine grandchildren, John Pierce Jr., Cristin Schoenfeld, Lauren 
Tagliabue, Jessica Fogg, Melissa Fesi, Emilee Fagan, Jake Heigl, Brittney Oldham 
and Lindsay Heigl; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Billy Lipscomb; two 
sisters, Connie Smith and Ruth Carol Naquin; along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Fagan; and her parents, William 
and Thelma King Lipscomb.

Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond is in charge of arrangements.

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BOUDREAUX, LOIS 

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Lois S. Boudreaux, 71, a native and resident of Raceland, died Saturday, June 4, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Mary 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 husband, Roy P. Boudreaux; one daughter, Tysie B. Estep; 
two brothers, Morrison Schouest Jr. and Randy Schouest; four grandchildren, 
Shera Sanchez, Sara Pelous, Kerry Pelous Jr. and Tia Hebert; and five 
stepchildren, Monty Boudreaux, Joey Boudreaux, Irwin Boudreaux, Becky Donciu and 
Roxanne Landry.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Morrison and Eloise B. Schouest; one 
son, Kerry Pelous Sr.; and one stepdaughter, Karen Kraemer.

She was a parishioner of St. Mary and a retired beautician. She was a loving 
wife, mother, and grandmother. The family would like to thank the staff at 
Thibodaux Regional and West Jefferson Hospitals.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GILLIES, JOANN 

Joann "Mama Jo" Gillies, 74, a native of Port Huron, Mich. and resident of Houma 
for 30 years, died Sunday, June 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma 
and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de 
Sales Cemetery No. 2 at a later date.

She is survived by three sons, Michael Gillies and girlfriend, Dina Crochet, 
Russell Gillies and wife, Tammy, and James Gillies and wife, Amber; one 
daughter, Cindy Mabile and husband, Stacy; one brother, Eugene Hassar and wife, 
Pat; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Sophie Hassar.

She was a bus driver for the Terrebonne Parish School Board for 21 years. She 
was a loving mother and grandmother and she loved to cook for her family.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SCHMILL, MARIE 

Marie Lirette Schmill, 87, a native and resident of Boutte, died at 1:45 p.m. 
Sunday, June 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic 
Church in Luling. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with 
burial at St. Charles Cemetery in Luling.

She is survived by fours sons, Dalton Schmill and wife, Marilyn, Russell Schmill 
and wife, Vickey, Mitchell Schmill and wife, Susan, and Kenneth Schmill and 
wife, Jill; one daughter, Linda Dufrene and husband, Curtis; one sister, Etta 
Lockbaum; 16 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Percy T. Schmill; her parents, Wilfred 
and Lydia Champagne Lirette; two sons, Larry and David Schmill; one brother, 
Clifton Lirette; and one sister, Elma Griffin.

She was a parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SCHOUEST, LUZ 

Luz Maria Rosales Schouest, 80, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 5, 2011 at 
St. Tammany Parish Hospital.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a graveside service at 
2 p.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery in Cut Off.

She was the beloved wife of Johnny Schouest; mother of Dr. Frederick Jesus 
Schouest and wife, Dorothy, and John Lawrence Schouest and wife, Susan; daughter 
of the late Maria Remedios Gallegos and Juan Rosales; sister of Consuelo 
Carlotta Lopez, Sergio Jesus Rosales and late infant Juan Rosales and infant 
Juan Rosales II; grandmother of Michael Frederick, Matthew Louis and Loren 
Dorothy Schouest and Sara Elizabeth Schouest.

Luz was born, reared and educated in Mexico City where she was an elementary 
school teacher. In 1956 she married Johnn Schouest and moved to Cut Off where 
she taught piano and owned and operated the Rex Drive Inn with her husband from 
1957 until 2004. In 2004 she and Johnny moved to Mandeville.

L.A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home of Kenner is in charge of arrangements.

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DAMEN, ELIZABETH 

Elizabeth "Bep" Johanna Zandvliet-Damen, a native of her birthplace The 
Netherlands and resident of Houma, passed away after a brief illness on Monday, 
June 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday at Annunziata Catholic Church, with 
service to follow. Interment will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemtetery.

She is survived by her husband, Gerard Damen; five children, John Damen and 
wife, Tineke, of Bourg, Randle Damen of Baton Rouge, Louise Damen-Frederick of 
Lafayette, Hanson Damen and wife, Cathy, of Oklahoma City, and Lisa Damen of 
Houma and daughter-in-law, Julie Frederick-Damen; 12 grandchildren, Robert 
Frederick, Katie Damen, Steven Damen, Lauren Frederick, Michelle Damen, Corey 
Damen, Megan Lanclos, Nicholas Damen, Christopher Damen, Nicole Damen, Sarah 
Damen and Jacob Damen; and two great-grandchildren, Alayna Frederick and Olivia 
Lanclos.

She was preceded in death by her son, Robin Damen of Houma; and daughter-in-law, 
Denise Ledet-Damen of Baton Rouge.

She was a loving wife for 58 years. She was a loyal and loving mother, 
grandmother and friend. She was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. 
Elizabeth was born in Haarlem, Holland in 1929 and survived German occupation of 
The Netherlands during World War II. She met Gerard in their native Holland and 
married in 1951 and soon after moved to America.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vincent de Paul.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SEVIN, EARL, JR.

Earl "Junior" J. Sevin Jr., 59, a native and resident of Des Allemands, died at 
1:05 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in 
Raceland.

He is survived by one son, Earl Joseph Sevin III and wife, Melissa; one brother, 
Willis Sevin Dufrene; one sister, Angie Fruge; and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Sevin Sr. and Alma Dufrene Sevin; 
one brother, Arnold Sevin Sr.; and one sister, Yvonne Petit.

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

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BRASHIER, GRACE 

Grace L. Brashier, 78, of Butler Township, Dayton, Ohio, formerly of Houma, 
passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 27, 2011, after a courageous battle with 
lung cancer.

The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. 
Christopher Catholic Church, 435 E. National Rd., Vandalia, Ohio. Mass will be 
held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church officiated by the Rev. Frank Keferl.

Grace is survived by her children, Miles J. Brashier and wife, Phyllis, and 
daughter, Dr. Kitren Sinnathamby and husband, Dr. Sukir Sinnathamby; her 
grandchildren, Jeanne and husband, Joe Langlois, Lindsay Brashier, and Elizabeth 
and Evan Sinnathamby; one great-grandson, Hayes Langlois; two sisters, Ruth 
Zappa and Carmelite and husband, Leslie Arceneaux; her brother-in-law, Kenneth 
and wife, Linda Brashier; her nieces and nephews, Sarah and husband, Jake 
Walker, Kathy and husband, Wayne Authement, Lynn Thomas and wife, Becky 
Arceneaux, Susan Arceneaux, Elissa and husband, Charles McKenzie, and Melinda 
and husband, Michael Bachand; and a host of other nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Celeste Landry; her former 
husband, Carlton J. Brashier; one brother, Samuel J. Landry Jr.; two brothers-
in-law, Gaston Aycock Jr. and Peter Zappa; two nephews, Bobby Aycock and Roy 
Arceneaux; and one niece, Kimberly Brashier.

She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and aunt who loved her family 
dearly. She will be greatly missed by those who knew her.

Special thanks to Dr. Shamim Jilani, Dr. Elaine Gaglione and chemo nurse Stacy 
for the care they provided.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Baker-Hazel & Snider Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CAILLOUET, MARIE 

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Marie Philomene Henry Caillouet, 99, a native of Houma and resident of Lafayette 
since 2006 died at Rosewood Retirement Community at 8:57 p.m. on Monday, June 6, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Francis de 
Sales Cathedral. Mass will be at 10:15 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
interment in the church cemetery No. 1.

She is survived by one daughter, Mary Claire Caillouet Randazzo and husband, 
Joseph Anthony Randazzo Jr. of Lafayette; one son, Louis Philip Caillouet III 
and wife, Jill Cecilia Rogers Caillouet of Broussard; five grandchildren, 
Richard Joseph Randazzo and wife, Therese Guenther Randazzo of Destrehan, Albert 
Joseph Randazzo of Destrehan, Jean Ellen Randazzo Campos and husband, Eric 
Edward Campos of Long Beach, Calif., Matthew Paul Caillouet and wife, Stephanie 
Kuhlmann Bullard Caillouet of Baton Rouge and Kevin Adrian Caillouet and wife, 
Irene Sarantakos Caillouet of Richmond, Va.; six great-grandchildren, Adrian 
Edward Campos, Amelia Claire Campos, Nathan Kyle Caillouet, Jacob Kale 
Caillouet, Lucas Webb Caillouet and Ethan Augustin Caillouet.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Louis Philip Caillouet II; 
her parents, Willis Parker Henry and Isia Marie Lajaunie; five sisters, Florence 
Marie Henry LeBlanc and husband, Charles Arthur LeBlanc, Gertrude Ann Henry, 
Julie Lenore Henry Toups and husband, Aloysius Marx Toups, Anne Jeanne Henry, 
and Jeanne Anne Henry and husband, Harold Osdell Cottrell; and three brothers, 
Lucas Lawrence Henry, Willis Leon Henry and wife, Mae Magee Werkhaven Hoff, and 
George Manning Henry and wife, Olive Margaret deBellevue.

Mrs. Caillouet was a registered nurse, although long-retired from a primary 
private-duty nursing career that started in 1932 when she completed training at 
Hotel Dieu in New Orleans. She taught Red Cross home nursing classes during 
World War II. She and her late husband were among the organizers of the Houma-
Terrebonne Carnival Club. She was active in the St. Francis de Sales Ladies' 
Altar Society, the St. Francis Mothers' Club and Court Cardinal Gibbons of the 
Catholic Daughters of America. Her enduring work as a genealogist and family 
historian is a legacy that will be appreciated for many generations hence. Most 
of all, her personal faith and her dedication to God and to His church will be 
remembered as exceptional. She served as a teacher of many through her 
catechetical work, both in Confraternity of Christian Doctrine classrooms at St. 
Francis de Sales and through private instruction. She was an exemplary role 
model for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and for the many 
others whose lives she touched. May God receive her as His good and faithful 
servant.

Her family wishes to thank her many excellent care givers and dedicated sitters.

In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred, or else donations in her memory may be 
made to St. Francis de Sales Cathedral or School.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GALIANO, FELTON 

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Felton J. Galiano, 88, a native and resident of Galliano, died Tuesday, June 7, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. 
Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in the church mausoleum.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Emilia Perrin Galiano; one son, Steven; 
three grandchildren, Brandy, Amber and Emily; and three great-grandchildren, 
Jasmene, Felton and Joy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Julien and Euphemie Kief Galiano; one 
son, Felton Jr.; and one sister, Lillian Guidry.

He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He was an Army World War II 
veteran, a member of Knights of Columbus, a member of the Army Corp of 
Engineers, vice president of the First Greater Lafourche Port Commission and 
founder of Galliano Contractors INC in 1971.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GREEN, MABLE 

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Mable V. Green, 87, a native of Klotzville, former resident of New Orleans and 
resident of Klotzville, died Monday, May 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Augustine 
Catholic Church, 174 La. 1003, Klotzville, with a Rosary at 9:30 a.m. Mass will 
be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two daughters, Laverne Green of Upper Marlboro, Md. and Tina 
Green Huntington of Atlanta; two sons, Darryl and wife, Glenda Green, of New 
Orleans and Allen and wife, Orelia Green, of Klotzville; two brothers, Johnny 
and Leonard Larkins of New Orleans; one sister/niece, Marilyn Livingston; one 
sister-in-law, Annie Mae Larkins of Klotzville; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-
grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Peter Green; three sons, Morris 
Jr., Goval, and David Green; her parents, Larry and Alphonsine Larkins; and 
other siblings.

She was a retired employee at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. She was a 
Eucharistic Minister at St. Augustine Catholic Church, a member of Knights of 
Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Sedonia Court 125 and Fourth Degree Ladies of 
Grace.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of 
arrangements.

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HANZY, RUSSELL 

Russell Lee Hanzy, 64, a native of Gibson and resident of Houma, died Thursday, 
June 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Community Funeral Home. 
Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home,with 
burial in Southdown Cemetery.

He is survived by one son, Joseph Harvey; five daughters, Christy, Brea, and Kay 
McFarge, Mary Ann Harvey and Brenda Bailey; two brothers, Issac Hanzy Jr. and 
Johnell Hanzy; two sisters, Walterine Charles and husband, Robert, and Theresa 
Skinner and husband, Roy; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Mae Hanzy; his parents, Issac Hanzy 
Sr. and Dorothy Mae Hanzy; one son, Ernest Bailey; and one sister, Patricia Mae 
Boyd.

He was a cement finisher.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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KRAEMER, ROBERT, JR.

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Robert Joseph Kraemer Jr., 58, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 11:37 
a.m. Monday, June 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in 
Galliano.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou G. Kraemer; two sons, Carlos Robles and 
Santiago DeLeon; one brother, Perry Gene Kraemer; four sisters, Enola Adams, 
Betty Casey, Joylene K. Dupont and Becky K. Fonseca; and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Kraemer Sr. and Therese B. 
Kraemer; one daughter, Felicia Nicole Ramos; and three brothers, Teddy, Keith, 
and Danny Kraemer.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LAGARDE, DAVID, JR.

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David LaGarde Jr., 28, a native of Gibson and resident of Gulfport, Miss., died 
Saturday, June 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mt. Olive Baptist 
Church in Gray. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Michelle Sanders LaGarde; his mother, Sharon Thomas 
LaGarde; his father, David LaGarde Sr.; two sons, Davien LaGarde and Karrick 
Harris; one daughter, Jayla LaGarde; two sisters, Jessica Thomas and Beverly 
Spencer; and his grandparents, Abbie and Henry Singleton, and Delores and Harry 
Brown.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dorothy and Lionel Thomas.

He was Baptist and a supply officer with the U.S. Navy.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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L.J. Lovell, 57, a native and resident of Bayou Dularge, Theriot, died 
Wednesday, June 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday 
at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the 
funeral home, with burial in St. Eloi Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Charlene Lovell; two sons, Slade Lovell and wife, 
Chantelle, and Shea Lovell and wife, Danielle; one daughter, Christie Guidry and 
husband, Jessie Jr.; one brother, Bradford Lovell; eight sisters, Anna Mae 
Theriot, Carol Bergeron, Linda Pierre, Glenda Verdin, Patricia Blackwell, 
Dolores Lacoste, Mavis Schexnayder and Ruby Dehart; seven grandchildren, Brooke, 
Bree, Braxston, Cole, and Ethan Lovell, Chanler and Jessalyn Guidry; and his 
mother-in-law, Willa Babin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Vincent and Nora Lovell; three 
brothers, Paul, Leroy, and Atlas Lovell; two sisters, Eulamae Lovell and 
Jacinitha "Cinti" Romero; and his father-in-law, Donald "Seeposse" Babin.

He was a commercial fisherman and a dedicated husband, father, brother, 
grandfather and friend. He was a member of Dularge House of Praise.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MARCEL, MILTON 

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Milton James Marcel, 80, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 
10:19 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2011.

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. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de 
Sales Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Hebert Marcel of Houma; one son, Stephen 
Marcel and wife, Ellie; two daughters, Donna Luneau and husband, Jerome, and 
Suzy Greathouse and husband, Sean; six grandchildren, Harley Marcel, Brandy 
Howell, Lyndsy Crochet, Ryan Crochet, Tyler Bourg and Kyle Bourg; two great-
grandchildren, Mikayla and Wyatt Howell; and one brother, Millard Marcel.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Morris Marcel and Edna Freeman Marcel; 
and two sisters, Mary Boudreaux and Mildred Fonseca.

He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. He was a 
material supervisor at Avondale and Raymond Fabricators and served in the U.S. 
Army during the Korean War.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Rufus Richard Bell, 60, a native and of lifelong resident of Donaldsonville, 
died Friday, June 3, 2011.

Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home, 
101 Loop 945, Donaldsonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at 
Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2129 La. 1 South, Donaldsonville. Religious services 
will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his mother, Sylvia Collins Bell; one son, Ty Eric and wife, 
Sandra Bell of Tulsa, Okla.; two daughters, Natasha L. Bell and Feliciana 
Rodriguez of Donaldsonville; three sisters, Yvonne Bell-Baker of Baker, Victoria 
M. Bell and Sylvia and husband, Monroe Williams of Baton Rouge; three brothers, 
Victor E. Bell of Austin, Texas, Rev. Vernell and wife, Deborah Bell, and Ronald 
Bell all of Tulsa, Okla.; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a 
host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Victor Bell; his maternal grandparents, 
Rufus and Ardele Collins; his paternal grandparents, Eddie and Flora Bell; one 
brother, Clinton Bell; and nephew, Ronell Bell.

He was an employee with the Dept. of Transportation and Develpment, District 61, 
Gang 550. He was a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of 
arrangements.

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BILLIOT, THADDEUS, JR.

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Thaddeus "Plumpy" Paul Billiot Jr., 32, of Labadieville, held Jesus' hand while 
entering Heaven's pearly gates on Sunday, June 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Hilary Church in 
Raceland. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with a 
private burial at a later date.

He is survived by his mother, Wanda Detillier Thibodeaux; his stepfather, Junior 
Thibodeaux; his grandparents, Moise "Mussy" and June Detillier; his godmother, 
Darlene and husband, Morgan Hogan; his godfather, Roger Billiot; his much adored 
godson, Tristan; his aunts, Paula Sue Babin, Patricia and husband, Ernest 
Courteaux, Anita, Priscilla, Catherine, Janet, and Helen Billiot; his uncles, 
Thomas and Sharon Guidry, Elvin "Rev" Babin, Pete and Frankie Billiot; and his 
cousins, Scott, Kristy, Joby and wife, Jennifer their son, William, Greg and 
wife, Chrissy Hogan; Heather-Lyn, Hailey, and Jacob Babin and numerous Billiot 
related cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Thaddeus Paul Billiot Sr.; one brother, 
Joveus Billiot; his grandparents, Dorothy "Dot" LeBoeuf Detillier, and Joe and 
Marie Billiot; and his uncles, Dennis Guidry, Roy "Tookie", and Leroy Billiot.

He enjoyed playing with his dogs, Cha-Weenie and Fat Girl, watching and 
collecting Disney movies, talking with family and friends, eating at Ryan's in 
Houma, and winning at the Amelia Belle Casino.

In lieu of flowers, monetary donations to the family will be appreciated.

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

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BOURGEOIS, LEON, JR.

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Leon "L.J." Edward Bourgeois Jr., 81, a native of Cut Off and resident of Houma, 
died at 10 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Emma LeBoeuf Bourgeois of Houma; two sons, Ricky 
Bourgeois and wife, Karen, and Barry Bourgeois and wife, Nancy; two daughters
Belinda Adams and husband, Ritchie, and Cindy Collins and husband, Randy; eight 
grandchildren, Ryan Adams, Christie Bourgeois, Clifford DeHart, Zachary Collins, 
Lauren Bourgeois, Torrie Bourgeois, Ricky Bourgeois Jr. and Nikki Bourgeois; 
four great-grandchildren; three stepsons, Stuart Dupre and wife, Toni, Druis 
Dupre Jr. and wife, Angela, and Elliott Dupre and wife, Rhonda; five 
stepdaughters, Delinda LeBoeuf and husband, Ray, Madelyn Dupre, Joni Bourg and 
husband, Gaylen, Nadine Spence and companion, Johnny Pardue, and Danette Alario 
and husband, Carlos; 19 step-grandchildren; 23 step-great-grandchildren; and one 
sister, Doris Kieffe.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon Edward Bourgeois Sr. and Martha 
Valentine Pitre Bourgeois; his first wife, Betty Luke Bourgeois; one step-great-
grandchild, Payton Spence; his stepson-in-law, Arthur Tyrone Spence; and two 
sisters, Lillian Brunet and Earline Pitre.

He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He was a retired boat 
captain and shrimper. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was a 
member of the American Legion and lifetime member of the VFW. He was an avid 
bowler.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CHERAMIE, AMAN, SR.

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Aman J. Cheramie Sr., 79, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died 
Wednesday, June 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. today at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home 
in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor 
Catholic Church, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by the mother of his children, Norma Guidry Cheramie; two sons, 
Earl J. Cheramie Sr. and wife, Jane, and Aman J. Cheramie Jr. and wife, JoAnne; 
two daughters, Earline T. Danos and husband, Emile, and Annette M. Rousse and 
companion, Johnny Simon; one brother, Rodney Cheramie; one sister, Earline C. 
Perrin; 10 grandchildren, Earl "T-Earl" Cheramie Jr. and wife, Ginger, Terry 
Danos, Tabatha Broussard and husband, Brandon, Chad Cheramie and wife, Kendra, 
Cindy Cheramie-Peck and husband, Stephen, Whitney Billiot Jr. and companion, 
Cassie Sand, Issac Billiot, Marcia Cheramie and husband, Robert Lombas, Beth 
Cheramie Pierce and husband, Shannon, and Hilary Doucet; 10 great-grandchildren, 
Passion, Maci, and Madison Cheramie, Sade, Seth, and Savannah Pierce, Jody, 
Alyssa, and Haven Broussard and Kayla Cheramie; three great-great-grandchildren, 
Kylee Cheramie, Hunter Billiot and Caden Billiot.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Dennis and Julie Plaisance 
Cheramie; and one sister, Theresa C. Coulon.

He was Catholic.

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

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CHIASSON, GEORGE, SR. 

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George Joseph Chiasson Sr., 78, a native of Lockport and resident of Houma, died 
at 11:53 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8 
a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Louis Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10 
a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Boquet Chiasson of Houma; one son, George 
"Buddy" Chiasson Jr. and wife, Kim of Schriever; two daughters, Roslyn Dempster 
of Gray and Mary Beth "Beth" Chauvin and husband, Willard Jr. "Wolf", of Gray; 
one brother, Eddie Chiasson and wife, Lois of Houma; two sisters, Mary Ann 
Chiasson of Lockport and Martha Jane Plaisance and husband, E.J., of Larose; and 
three grandchildren, Justin Chiasson, and Brice and Jordy Chauvin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Whitney Chiasson and Enith Robichaux 
Chiasson; his father and mother-in-law, Albert Boquet Sr. and wife, Rose 
Prosperie Boquet; an infant brother, Roy Chiasson; and two sisters, infants 
Agnes and Mary Chiasson; and one son-in-law, Royce Dempster.

He was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church and served as a longtime 
usher. He was employed by Valley Supply Company of Houma. He was a Korean War 
veteran and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was an avid sportsman 
who loved to hunt and fish, and he enjoyed spending time with his family, 
especially his grandchildren.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Tessie R. Ledet, 87, a native of Lockport and resident of St. Charles Community, 
died at 1:24 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 
a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in 
Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in 
the church cemetery.

She is survived by one son, Byron C. Ledet and wife, Kathy B. Ledet; one 
daughter, Sarita L. Guillot and husband, Ralph J. Guillot; his grandchildren, 
Danielle L. Ledet, Debby L. Landry, Byron "Buddy" C. Ledet Jr., Renee' Guillot, 
Denise G. Blackwell, Andrea G. Adams and Benjamin J. Guillot; and 11 great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren Joseph Ledet; her parents, 
Joseph Arnold Richard and Mary Breaux Richard; one brother, J. Darwin Richard; 
and one sister, Emma Lee R. Babin.

Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SANDERS, MICHAEL 

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Michael Joseph Sanders, 53, a native and resident of Labadieville, died Sunday, 
June 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral 
Home in Napoleonville and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mark 
Baptist Church, 106 La. 1014 in Labadieville. Religious services will be held at 
9 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his mother, Ruth Sanders of Labadieville; one brother, Donald 
Sanders of Labadieville; two sisters, Brenda S. Talbert of Labadieville and Fay 
Matunda of Scotlandville; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Colie Sanders Jr.; three sisters; one 
brother; and a host of aunts, uncles and other relatives.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of 
arrangements.

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WILLIAMS, MILDRED 

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Mildred Lee Williams, 89, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, June 
5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Allen Chapel AME 
Church in Thibodaux. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three daughters, Jeanette Williams, Audrey Williams and Betty 
Singleton and husband, Lores, all of Thibodaux; one son, Lionel Williams and 
wife, Ella of Thibodaux; one sister, Lula Mae Dumas; 12 grandchildren; and three 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Nathan Williams Sr.; her parents, Adam 
Sr. and Edna Lee; two sons, Joseph Williams and Nathan Williams Jr.; three 
brothers, Adam Lee Jr., Earl Lee and Harley Lee; two sisters, Leola Lee and 
Valetta Stringer.

She was a member of Allen Chapel AMC Church.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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MARTIN, FRANCES 

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Frances "Frankie" K. Martin, 66, a native of Gladewater, Texas and resident of 
Gray, died Wednesday, June 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Monday at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. 
Monday at the chapel, with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph E. Martin; one son, Troy Lee and wife, 
Brittany Allred of Atlanta; two daughters, Jessica Margarett Burke and husband, 
Tommy, and Frances June Levron and husband, Don; one brother, Pat Kinney Jr. of 
west Texas; four sisters, Cathy Bridges of Dru Prona, Margarette Duplantis of 
Houma, Patricia Henderson of Kilgore, Texas and Venita Sue of Gladewater, Texas; 
six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Pat and Margarette Dellord Kinney; two 
brothers, David C. and George Allen Kinney; and one sister, Valda Kinney.

She was a member of Beacon Light Baptist Church of Gray.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MAYNARD, JARRETT 

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Jarrett Maynard, 82, a native of Heenon, Pikeco, Ky. and resident of Houma, died 
at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 9, 2011, after a prolonged illness.

There will be no services. He donated his body to science.

He is survived by his wife, Grace Buquet Maynard; three sons, Ronald, William, 
and John Maynard; six grandchildren, John Maynard II, Jessica Maynard, Ian 
Maynard, Jenny Maynard, Sherri Stewart and Ryan Eschete; seven great-
grandchildren, Merrill, Soren, Wren, Christian, Carter, Hunter and Blake; and 
eight sisters, Hester Robinson, Rose Robinette, Deane Adkins, Lois Hager, Ruth 
Reynolds, Edith Muncy, Colleen Grose and Eldora Trimble.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland and Brookley Maynard; three 
brothers, Roland Maynard Jr., Joseph Hayes Maynard and Clifford Raymond Maynard; 
one sister, Jane Lowe; and his grandparents, Rose and Joe Taylor, and Alcie and 
Heenon Maynard.

He was a U.S. Army veteran and self employed. His hobbies were architect, 
builder, woodworking, carving, painting, guitar making, glass etching and 
gardening.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to DAV Administration.

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PLAISANCE, LAWRENCE, JR.

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Lawrence "Black" Joseph Plaisance Jr., 66, a native and resident of Larose, was 
entrusted unto God's Loving Care on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 in Lockport.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Holy Savior Catholic 
Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
interment in the church cemetery.

He is survived by two daughters, Monica P. Theriot and husband, Peter, and Lisa 
Plaisance; two grandchildren, Tristan and Paige Theriot; two brothers, Teddy and 
David Plaisance; and four sisters, Lourie Breaux, Miriam Falgout, Tillie 
Thibodaux and Elvire Creppell.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Gwendolyn Dufrene Plaisance; and his 
parents, Lawrence Plaisance Sr. and Elvire Adams Plaisance.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ALLEN, A'LECIA 

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A'lecia "Angel" Allen, 5 months, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of 
Houma, died Sunday, June 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Gertrude Geddes Willis-
Terrebonne Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the 
funeral home, with burial in Southdown Cemetery.

She is survived by her parents, A'HaKeen Allen and Armeisha Nixon of Houma.

She was Baptist.

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

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ARSON, SIMONE 

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Simone Cecile Julia Arson, 88, a native of Pavilly, France and resident of 
Houma, died at 6:55 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church in Montegut. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one brother, Jacques Arson of France; one sister, Genevieve 
Belanger, numerous nieces and nephews in Houma and France. She is also survived 
by the PlauchŽ children that she raised and loved.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edouard Arson and Cecile Heurtalt 
Masson; two brothers, Bernard Arson and Eugene Arson; and two sisters, Denise 
Boureau and Jacqueline Delarche.

She was a wonderful loving person and will be missed by her family.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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SONGE, PATRICK, SR.

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Patrick Floyd Songe Sr., 73, a native of Houma and resident of Bourg, died at 
2:22 a.m. Friday, June 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Ann Catholic Church 
in Bourg. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by four children, Patrick Songe Jr. and wife, Cheryl, Monica 
Songe Chauvin, Eric Songe, and Ryan Songe and wife, Yvette; two sisters, Bessie 
Wallace and Karen Songe; two brothers, Harvey Songe and Leland Songe; and six 
grandchildren, Victoria Songe, Lauren Songe, Nicholas Chauvin, Kaden Chauvin, 
Alexis Songe and Justin Songe.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Maybelle Dupre Songe; his parents, 
Elie W. and Gladys Domangue Songe; one sister, Evelyn Breaux and infant brother, 
Eugene.

He was a retired measurement specialist for Mobil Oil, Superior Oil, Texas Gulf 
Sulfur, and Columbia Gulf Transmission Company. He was also in the Army Reserve 
and was activated during the Bay of Pigs Crisis.

Floyd was a member of the St. Francis de Sales Cathedral Choir, the Les Amis de 
le Chanson Choir, and the St. Ann Choir. He was also a devoted church volunteer, 
serving on the St. Ann Parish Council and various committees, and acting as a 
eucharistic minister, commentator, lector, and in any other capacity that Rev. 
Ty requested of him. He delivered meals and communion to area residents who were 
unable to travel.

Floyd was a true gentleman who earned the respect and love of all those he came 
in contact with. Always offering his assistance, he readily gave of his time, 
talent, and treasure to those in need. His smile and the love that he had for 
his family and friends will never be forgotten and will live on in each of us.

In lieu of flowers, donations to The St. Vincent de Paul Society are preferred.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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THIBODEAUX, JOHN 

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John J. Thibodeaux, 52, a native and resident of Houma, Thursday, June 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel. Religious services will be held at 11 
a.m. Tuesday in the chapel, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by his wife, Cheryl A. Hebert Thibodeaux; one son, Jacob and 
wife, Michelle Scott Thibodeaux of Houma; one brother, Ron Thibodaux of Houma; 
his sisters and brothers-in-law, Joy and Timmy Hebert, Denise and Tommy 
LaJaunie, Debbie and Chris DeGeorge, Jane deBie, John and Juanita Hebert, and 
Gordon and Toni Hebert; one sister, Terry-Ann T. Hebert and husband, Carl of 
Houma; and three grandchildren, Brandon Thibodeaux, Lauren Adcock and Gavin 
Scott.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wade L. and Yolande Benoit Thibodeaux; 
one son, Michael Thibodeaux; his grandparents, Elsie and Nuel Benoit, and 
Mildred and Ruby Thibodeaux; and his father and mother-in-law, Kenneth and Julie 
Theriot Hebert.

He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved spending time with 
famiy, fishing and riding his Harley.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LEBLANC, CURTIS, SR.

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Curtis Joseph Leblanc Sr., 60, a native of Larose and resident of Houma, died 
Friday, June 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Holy Rosary Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at noon Tuesday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by his companion, Joyce Freche; his parents, Dorothy Cheramie 
Leblanc; five children, Tifiney Leblanc, Michelle Leblanc, Carla Bouzigard and 
husband, Chad, John Leblanc and wife, Sharla, and Curtis Leblanc Jr. and wife, 
Sabrina; four grandchildren, Meagan Leblanc, Shelby Pittman, Bethany Bouzigard 
and Kelby Leblanc; and one sister, Sharlene Guidry.

He was preceded in death by his father, John Leblanc; his stepfather, Junior 
Loupe; his grandparents, Eddie Leblanc and Selma or Geron Leblanc; and his 
brother-in-law, Russell Guidry.

He was a member of Lafourche Parish Cattleman's Association and was a past 
president. He enjoyed washing cars, penning up cows, loved to go crabbing, 
dancing and was an avid gardener. He was OCD and he defined the term.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MCGUIN, QUENTIN 

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Quentin J. McGuin, 47, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Gray, died 
Thursday, June 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Community Funeral Home 
Chapel. Services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home.

He is survived by his companion, Mary Vincent; his parents, Gilbert J. McGuin 
and Emelda M. Stringer; one son, Xavier Vincent; three daughters, Giwanna 
Aubert, LaToya Vincent and Jacquetta Nixon; three brothers, Joshua W. Hayes, 
Glenn C. Picou and Steve A. Picou; five sisters, Felicia Richards, Cassandra M. 
Cooks, Sybil P. Douglas, Elisha M. Kirk and Schwanda McGuin; and nine 
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one son, Adama Vincent.

He was a member of Beautiful Zion Baptist Church. He was a brick layer and Chef 
at Voodoo Bar-B-Que Restaurant.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BADEAUX, DIERDRE 

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Dierdre A. Badeaux, 44, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 2:37 a.m. 
Sunday, June 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Hilary of 
Poitiers 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 husband, Laddie Paul Badeaux Jr.; her parents, Davis J. 
Boudreaux and Dolores Ann Savoie Boudreaux; two daughters, Lacey Ann Badeaux and 
Donna Marie Badeaux; two brothers, Dale Joseph Boudreaux and Darrell Paul 
Boudreaux; one sister, Debra Boudreaux Theriot; four nieces; five nephews; one 
step-niece; and her father-in-law, Laddie Breaux Sr.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, James and Marie Hebert Savoie, 
and Dave and Rosemary Griffin Boudreaux; her mother-in-law, Nowana D. Badeaux; 
her step-grandfather, Francis "Tibi" Breaux; and infant sister, Donna Boudreaux.

She was a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. She was a 
loving wife and mother, and will be dearly missed by her loving husband and 
daughters. She will also be missed by her family, friends, co-workers, students 
and staff of Central Lafourche High School. She enjoyed doing outdoor things and 
spending time at their camp.

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

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BARRIOS, SALLY 

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Sally Doucet Barrios, 66, a native of Galliano and resident of Larose, was 
entrusted unto God's loving care on Sunday, June 11, 2011, in Rockford, Ill.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Christian Fellowship 
Church. Religious services will be held at noon Wednesday at the church, with 
interment at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Larose.

She is survived by her husband of six years, Daniel Barrios Sr.; one son, Scott 
Pierce and wife, Kary Guidry Pierce; two grandchildren, Eric and Amber Pierce; 
one brother, Richard Doucet Sr. "Jay"; and two sisters, Nora Guidry and Janice 
Doucet.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, James Pierce Jr.; one son, Shane 
Christopher Pierce; her parents, Octave Doucet and Letitia Guidry Doucet; and 
one brother, Norman Doucet.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CHERAMIE, ANDREW 

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Andrew "Baldie" L. Cheramie, 82, a native of Lafitte and resident of Leeville, 
died Sunday, June 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, 
with burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Eva M. Cheramie; one son, Ronny A. Cheramie and 
wife, Mona; three daughters, Linda Lafont and husband, Larry, Margaret C. 
Gaussiran, and Stacy Cheramie and husband, Michael; nine grandchildren, Dana 
Franicevich, Connie Demere, Scott Lee, Dottie Cheramie, Misty Cheramie, Andre' 
Cheramie, Renee Sassoni, Eddie Doucet and Michael Cheramie; 16 great-
grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and many cousins and numerous 
nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Julienne Daigle Cheramie; 
one daughter, Christine P. Cheramie; two brothers, Eugene and Bervick; five 
sisters, Elenore Danos, Josephine Danos, Jeanne Welmeyer, Manilla Matherne and 
Ernestine Cheramie; and two grandchildren, Terrance "Terry" Michael Lee and 
Shauna Rousse.

He was Catholic and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed woodworking, 
bird watching and loved his family.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DUDEK, JULIA 

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Julia Josephine Kappel Dudek, 89, born June 7, 1922, a native and resident of 
Houma, entered into eternal rest at 1:40 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2011 in her 
home surrounded by family and friends after her battle with Alzheimer's disease.

Funeral services were held June 13 at Chauvin Funeral Home, with burial in 
Magnolia Cemetery.

Julia is survived by two sons, Eugene M. Dudek Jr. and wife, Caroline, and John 
C. Dudek and wife, Tina, both of Houma; three daughters, Linda Nicholas and 
husband, Hubert, of Gonzales, Nancy Robicheaux and husband, Aaron, of Houma and 
Marcie Lea Melancon and husband, Steven, of New Iberia; one daughter-in-law, 
Sandra Usey Dudek of Houma; 17 grandchildren, Danna Caillouet, Eugene M. Dudek 
III, Charles Dudek, James Dudek, Tracie Dudek, Katherine Nicholas, Theresa 
Nicholas, Rick Wiley, Julie W. Steigner, Carey Wiley, Casey Wiley, Mark 
Melancon, Rebecca M. Cavagnaro, Melanie Melancon, Matthew Melancon, Mike Dudek 
and Kayla D. Breaux; and 24 great-grandchildren. Julia was truly the matriarch 
of our family.

She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband, Eugene M. Dudek 
Sr.; one son, Paul Victor Dudek, who she greatly loved and missed; her parents, 
Henry Charles Kappel and Julia Josephine Kelly Kappel; and five brothers, Hugh, 
Henry, Melvin, Lee, and Robert Kappel,

Julia was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother whose kitchen table was the 
scene of many family gatherings and elegant meals. She was a member of St. 
Matthew's Episcopal Church in Houma.

The family wishes to express deep gratitude to special friends and care givers, 
Zenobia Bolden, Janet Brown, Molly Rink and Peggy Leonard, who with their 
personal and loving care allowed Julia to remain in her home throughout her 
illness.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DUET, AUDREY 

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Audrey Kiger Duet, 53, a native and resident of Galliano, died Friday, June 10, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Christian Fellowship 
Church in Cut Off. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the 
church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Galliano.

She is survived by her husband, Robert J. Duet; her mother and stepfather, Nazi 
Chouest and Carrol Chouest; four sons, Heath Hebert and wife, Amy, Alvin LeBouef 
and wife, Rachel, Adam Duet and Joseph Duet; three brothers, Carl, Charles, and 
Dwayne Kiger; four sisters, Dale Plaisance, Verly Brock, Lisa Geromini and 
Alison LeBiche; and three grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, Alfred Kiger; and one brother, Curtis 
Kiger.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LEBOEUF, HENRY, JR.

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Henry V. "Paw Paw" LeBoeuf Jr., 67, a native of Houma and resident of Gray, died 
Monday, June 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Louis Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Shirley Landry LeBoeuf; one son, Raymond 
Joseph LeBoeuf and wife, Carol; two daughters, Sheila Landry and companion, Cord 
Adams, and Sandra and husband, Bobby Lambert; and many grand and great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry V. Sr. and Bernice Ledet LeBoeuf; 
one son, Richard Joseph LeBoeuf; one brother, Urbin LeBoeuf; and one sister, 
Marguerite Naquin.

He was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church and served in the military.

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MARCEL, RUSSELL 

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Russell P. Marcel, 86, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:10 a.m. Monday, 
June 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home 
Chapel. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the chapel, with 
burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by one son, Thomas Marcel; three daughters, Lyla Barker, Phyllis 
Boudreaux and Janet Kirsch; six grandchildren, Douglas Levron, Hubert and Travis 
Boudreaux, Dawn Timperio, Kenneth Barker and Corie Davis; 11 great-
grandchildren, Hailey Levron, Ava Levron, Cassidy Boudreaux, Travis Boudreaux 
Jr., John "Trey" Avery, Grace Avery, Alayna Barker, Megan and Kasey Luke, 
William Davis and Katie Davis; four brothers, Junel, Kurt, Louis, and Norman 
Marcel; and four sisters, Rita Mae Porche, Alice Clark, Louise Porche and Ethel 
Babin.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Angelle Marcel; his parents, Sullivan and 
Louise Molaison Marcel; one great-grandchild, Matthew Davis; and one sister, 
Hazel Filce.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SCHOENBERGER, GILBERT 

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Gilbert J. Schoenberger, 82, a native of Kansas City, Kan. and resident of 
Larose, died at 4:32 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home 
in Galliano. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary 
Catholic Church in Larose, with burial at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Larose.

He is survived by his wife, Elia Pierce Schoenberger; one son, David 
Schoenberger; one stepson, Berthman J. Baudoin and wife, Jean; one daughter, 
Sandy Evans; one stepdaughter, Roberta Larousse and husband, Tom; four brothers, 
Victor, Richard, and Vincent Schoenberger and Ronnie Lang; one sister, Irene 
Schoenberger York; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-
grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Ottilia L. Schoenberger; one 
son, Kenneth Schoenberger; and 17 siblings.

He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GONZALES, JOHN 

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John Francis Gonzales, 65, a native of Thibodaux, born May 1, 1946 and died 
Saturday, June 4, 2011, due to cancer at his home in Alexandria, Va. surrounded 
by friends and family.

Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation from 9:30 a.m. to 
funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, 721 Canal Boulevard, Thibodaux. 
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with interment in the church 
cemetery.

John was a loving and devoted father of four daughters, Heather Gonzales of 
Portland, Maine, Amanda Gonzales of Arlington, Va., Alissa Gonzales Switzer of 
West Monroe and Rusti Gonzales of Chicago; his son-in-law, Brent Switzer; three 
grandchildren, Luke, Claudia, and Charlotte Switzer; his brother and sister-in-
law, Mike and Deborah Gonzales of Slidell; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dennis Gonzales and Lucille Rodrigue 
Gonzales; and one sister, Ann Delaune.

John graduated from Thibodaux College High School in 1963. He received his 
bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering from Louisiana State 
University in 1967 and shortly thereafter moved to the Washington, D.C. area. He 
received his Juris Doctor degree from George Washington University in 1972. He 
lived in the Washington area for 43 years from 1968 until his death. John's 
presence in our lives was a special gift. All who knew him would agree that he 
was honest, reliable, smart, and kind. He was handsome but modest. He was a 
great dancer. He was never late. He was rarely critical. He cherished his many 
friends and family. He was affectionately referred to as "Judge John" and also 
"Poncho". He loved beating everyone in Trivial Pursuit and watching the History 
Channel. He was an avid Civil War buff. He enjoyed scuba diving and golf. He 
enjoyed traveling to Thailand. He loved New Orleans, Irma Thomas and Ray 
Charles. He loved food, and the spicier, the better. He was a licensed patent 
attorney who spent his entire career working for the U.S. Patent and Trademark 
Office as a patent agent and attorney. In 1989 and 1997 he was honored by the 
U.S. Commerce Department with the Bronze Medal Award for superior federal 
service. He was recognized for his contribution to the effective and efficient 
operation of the Department of Commerce in 1995 and 1996 and for his assistance 
in developing the Comprehensive Revision of the Manual of Patent Examining 
Procedure in 1996. John's proudest professional achievement was being appointed 
to the prestigious position of Administrative Patent Judge in 1999, and he 
served as such until his retirement in 2001 after 33 years of federal service. 
After retiring from the Patent Office, John served as Counsel to the law firm of 
Greigg & Greigg P.L.L.P. in Alexandria, Va. He was a member of the U.S. Patent 
bar and the Virginia State bar. In 1969, John married Virginia E. Morrissey in 
Washington, D.C. They were divorced in 1988. In 1992, he married Denise A. 
Thomassie in Thibodaux. They were divorced in 2002.

In lieu of flowers, please honor John's life with a donation to the American 
Cancer Society .

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BROWN, THEODORE, JR.

Theodore P. "Poochie" Brown Jr., a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of 
Gibson, died Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Saturday at Community Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 1 
p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

He is survived by his wife, Rosa Mae Allen Brown; three sons, Carl and wife, 
Rhonda Brown, of Gibson, Ronald Brown of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., and Michael 
and wife, Camilla Brown, of Gibson; three daughters, Debra B. Robinson and 
husband, Anderson, of Houma, Michelle Brown of Houma and Cheryl Brown of Dallas; 
three sisters, Irma B. Volter of New Orleans, Louella B. Ray of Gibson and Betty 
B. Gaither of Houma; one brother, Donald and wife, Norma Brown of Corona, 
Calif.; and 10 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore Parker Brown Sr. and Bertha 
Rollins Brown; one son, Donald R. Brown; one daughter, Cherelle P. Brown; and 
one sister, Mary Louise B. Lewis.

He was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness and the Bayou Black Sportsman 
Hunting Club. His hobbies were hunting and fishing. He was a self-employed 
trucker.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BURDIS, GWENDOLYN 

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Gwendolyn Marie Burdis, 57, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, 
June 7, 2011 at her residence.

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 Friday at New Belmont 
Baptist Church, La. 1, Labadieville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. 
Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three sons, Derrick and wife, Carlotta Burdis, Calvin Burdis 
of New Orleans, and Cornell and wife, Esdondalita Burdis of Avondale; two 
sisters, Ora Lee Jackson of Thibodaux and Estelle Coleman of Napoleonville; one 
brother, Louis and wife, Sheila Jackson of Houma; her companion, Alfreddie Davis 
of Thibodaux; six grandchildren; one aunt; and a host of nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Reginald and Trindell 
Burdis; one brother and four sisters.

She was a former chef at Audubon Guest House in Thibodaux.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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CANTRELLE, GERALD 

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Gerald Abel Cantrelle, 73, a native of Raceland and resident of Houma, died 
Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. 
Liturgy of the Word will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with 
burial in Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Sherry Falgout Cantrelle of Houma; four sons, Gerald 
David Cantrelle and wife, Sandra, of Houma, William "Billy" Cantrelle of Houma, 
Shane Michael Bellanger and wife, Lori, of Thibodaux and James Anthony Bellanger 
and wife, Erin, of Galliano; two daughters, Joana Cantrelle Buell and husband, 
Scott, of Milton, Fla. and Chantel Bellanger Danos and wife, Tige, of 
Youngsville; nine grandchildren, Amber Arnold, Melissa Faye Ryan, Marsha 
Shapcotte, Kasie Buell, Scottie Armstrong, Patrick Buell, Brittany Bellanger, 
Brandi Scott and Abby Danos; nine great-grandchildren; one brother, Stanley 
Cantrelle; one sister, Janice Cantrelle Windham; and numerous nieces, nephews, 
cousins, brothers-in-law and sister-in-law.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Abel Alphonse Cantrelle and Effie 
Guidroz Cantrelle Martin; one brother, Carol Cantrelle Sr.; and one sister, 
Joyce Cantrelle Marcel.

He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He was 
a retired crane operator.

The family would like to thank Terrebonne General CCU and staff and also a very 
special thanks to Dr. Jules Dupont and staff for their many years of care and 
compassion.

"He won't be able to make us laugh anymore but he will have the angels in stitches."

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DOMANGUE, ELGIN 

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Elgin Etiene Domangue, 76, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 5:12 p.m. 
Tuesday, June 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma and 
from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. 
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Naquin Domangue; three daughters, Patsy 
Scott and husband, Audie, Gaynell Pitre and husband, Wayne, and Rebecca 
Domangue; 10 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Alvin Etienne Domangue; his mother, 
Stella LeBouef Domangue Blanchard and stepfather, Essie "E.B." Blanchard; two 
brothers, Roy and Peter Domangue; and three sisters, Shirley Dupre, Theresa 
Dupre and Miriam "T-Mel" Blanchard.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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HESTER, TIMOTHY 

Timothy Hester, 46, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Lockport, died 
Tuesday, June 14, 2011 in Lockport.

A memorial service will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Falgout Funeral Home in 
Raceland.

He is survived by his parents, Lloyd and Linda Gayle Cavalier; one son, Brinton 
Hester; one brother, Chad Cavalier; and four sisters, Staci Jon Sellers, Dina 
Saltzman, Danielle Cavalier and Denise Cavalier.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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HUFFMAN, DENNIS 

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Dennis Walter Huffman, 78, a native of Dunn and resident of Houma, died at 3 
a.m. Tuesday, June 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to funeral time 
Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11:30 a.m. 
Friday at the funeral home, with burial in Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary 
Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Huffman of Houma; two sons, Walter Huffman and 
wife, Pat, of Delhi and Donnie Huffman and wife, Brenda, of Houma; two 
daughters, Vickie Huffman of Houma, and Denise Bonvillain and husband, Chris, of 
Houma; two sisters, Louise Carter of West Monroe, and Shirley Perkins and 
husband, George, of Grant; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and 
six step-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Golden Allen Huffman and Rita Mae 
Huffman Hoover; one granddaughter, Shannon Nicole Huffman; one brother, Prentiss 
Huffman; and one brother-in-law, Troyce Carter of West Monroe.

He was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. He was retired from Exxon 
Mobile. He served 32 years at the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office. He was a 
member and past member of Unity Lodge 267 in Houma, a member of Walter I Lanier 
Lodge 307 of Thibodaux, a member of Jerusalem Shrine Temple, a member of A.W. 
Connely Chapter 117 Order of the Eastern Star in Houma and a member of the Houma 
Shrine Club.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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HUGHES, BRIAN 

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Brian Christopher Hughes, 39, a native of New Orleans and resident of Raceland, 
died Friday, June 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Third Zion Baptist 
Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his father, Jessie Hughes of Raceland; his brother, Jermaine 
Hughes of New Orleans; and his nephew.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Gloria Hughes; and his grandparents, 
Joseph Hankton Sr., Irma Hankton, Sallie Drake and N.C. Hughes.

He was Baptist and a U.S. Army veteran.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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HUGHES, GLORIA 

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Gloria Dean Hankton Hughes, 67, a native of New Orleans and resident of 
Raceland, died Friday, June 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Third Zion Baptist 
Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Jessie Hughes of Raceland; her son, Jermaine 
Hughes of New Orleans; one grandson; six brothers, Hubert, Nolan, Earl, Weldon, 
Vincent, and Leonard Hankton; and three sisters, Shirley Robinson, Ledora 
Hankton and Ernestine Lopez.

She was preceded in death by her son, Brian Hughes; her brother, Joseph Hankton 
Jr.; and her parents, Joseph Hankton Sr. and Irma Hankton.

She was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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SAKO, DOLORES 

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Dolores "Dolly" Sako, 72, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Raceland, 
died at 8:47 p.m. Monday, June 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Hilary of Poitiers 
Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial 
in Holy Savior Catholic Cemetery.

She is survived by one daughter, Lisa Inez Adams; one sister, Rhea Dill; and 
three grandchildren, Kyle Porche, Jared Roussel and Abby Adams.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Tunney A. Terrebonne; her parents, Dr. 
Wally and Inez Sako; and one son, Wally Sako Roussel.

She taught school in Raceland and was a Louisiana Nursing Home Administrator. 
She was a graduate of St. Martins High School in New Orleans and a graduate of 
Nicholls State University. Her family wishes to thank Dr. Michael Marcello, Dr. 
Richard Abben and all friends and family for their loving care.

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

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BELLA, VERGIS 

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Vergis Mae Senette Bella, 84, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of 
Morgan City, died at 5:22 a.m. Thusday, June 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Samart Funeral Houma of Houma, and 
from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. 
Mass will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Tony and Craig Bella; two daughters, Charlotte 
Bella and Darlene Lapeyrouse; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one 
great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lucky Leo Bella; her parents, Albert 
and Ellen Evangelista Senette; one son, Peter Bella; two brothers, Douglas 
Senette and Alvin Senette; one sister, Ella Ruth Senette Trosclair; and one 
great-granddaughter, Precious Bourg.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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COX, ELCEE 

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Elcee Cox, 68, a native and resident of Donaldsonville, died Sunday, June 12, 
2011 in D'Ville House Nursing Home in Donaldsonville.

Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Friday at Williams and Southall Funeral 
Home, 101 Loop 945, Donaldsonville, and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at 
the funeral home chapel. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. at the chapel, with 
burial in Emmanuel Baptist Church Cemetery in Donaldsonville.

He was survived by his mother, Ethel W. Forcell of Donaldsonville; two sons, 
Wayne and Reginald Sullivan of Donaldsonville; one daughter, Gwendolyn Alexander 
of Texas; two sisters, Rena and husband, Nolan Wilson, and Ethel Nelson; one 
sister-in-law, Ethel Mae Wilson; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Cox; one brother, Edward Wilson; 
and step-father, James Forcell.

He was a former employee of Ascension Parish Government.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DUPLANTIS, DAREL 

Darel Baker Charles Duplantis, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died 
Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 30 a.m. Saturday to service time at St. Luke Baptist 
Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial 
in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 1.

He is survived by his wife, Tikesha Johnson Duplantis; three daughters, Danielle 
Morris, Sydney Duplantis and Shaylyn Duplantis; three step-children, Courtney, 
Christy and Keshawn Johnson; his parents, Camille Duplantis III and Emma Marion 
Haines Duplantis; four grandchildren, Ashton Morris Martinez, Kennedie, Devante 
Williams and Daniesha Ray; two great-grandchildren, Zakhyi Brown and Zanyi 
Brown; two brothers, Brenden Duplantis and wife, Terri, and Joel Duplantis and 
wife, Lisa; one sister, Michelle Collins and husband, John; mother-in-law, Helen 
Johnson; father-in-law, Northern Johnson and wife, Ramona; sister-in-law, Tameka 
and husband, Rayshawn Mart; brother-in-law, Wakine Johnson; four nephews Aaron, 
Seth, Quinn and Rayshawn Jr.; four nieces, Stephanie, Annelise, Alayna and 
Celeste; two great nephews, Chase and Braylen; and one great-niece, Allie.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Duplantis.

He was a member of St. Luke Baptist Church. He was the owner of Duplantis 
Roofing and a member of the Krewe of Hercules.

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EDMOND, PEARLY 

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Pearly Berry Edmond, 93, a native and resident of Labadieville, died Saturday, 
June 11, 2011 at her home.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday at Williams and Southall Funeral Home 
in Napoleonville, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St Mark Baptist 
Church in Labadieville. Religious services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the 
church with burial in the church cemetery.

She's survived by two daughters, Lucille and husband Roy Mitchell of 
Labadieville and Estelle Blackledge of Raceland; 12 grandchildren, 36 great-
grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilson Edmond; her parents, Martha and 
Gus Berry; one sister, Josephine Marshall; three brothers, Gus Jr., Glendon Sr. 
and Onster Berry; and a grandchild, Royal Mitchell Jr.

She was a homemaker and a member of St. Phillip Baptist Church. She enjoyed 
cooking, baking, praying and gospel music.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville are in charge of arrangements.

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LINDSAY, DORIS 

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Doris Mae Adams Lindsay, 84, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:43 p.m. 
Monday, June 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Grace Lutheran 
Church. Requiem Eucharist will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park.

She is survived by two sons, the Rev. Spencer H. Lindsay Jr. and companion, Earl 
Woodard Jr., and Arthur M. Lindsay Sr. and wife, Jennifer; one daughter, Sharon 
L. Pontiff and husband, Gerard; seven grandchildren; and nine great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Spencer Hedden Lindsay Sr.; her 
parents, Thomas and Betty Henry Adams; and three brothers, Thomas "T.J.", 
Donald, and Earl "Coco" Adams.

She was a member of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Houma.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to St. Matthew's 
Episcopal Church in Houma.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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SMITH, ROBERT, SR.

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Robert Smith Sr., 67, a native and resident of Raceland, died Thursday, June 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Morning Star Baptist 
Church in Raceland. Religious services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church 
with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by two sons, Raymond Smith and Robert Smith Jr., both of 
Raceland; three daughters, Connie Smith, Roxie Raymond and Erica Poindexter, all 
of Raceland; his former wife, Jo Ann R. Smith of Raceland; six brothers, Evan 
Smith, Earl Smith, Leonard Smith, Herman Smith, Jerry Lee Smith and Sylvester 
Smith, all of Raceland; seven sisters, Gustavia Richardson, Hattie Coleman, Vera 
Hodges, Amy Smith, Patricia Smith, Sandra Smith, and Geraldine Jones; and 12 
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Evan St. and Dorothy Smith; daughters, 
Cassandra Robertson and Jolene Robertson; sisters, Dorothy Mae Smith and Emily 
William-Lee; grandparents, Robert Celestine, Mary Jane Celestine, Jerry Smith 
and Hattie Smith.

He was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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TRICHE, WEDA 

Weda Triche, 85, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 4:03 p.m. Wednesday, 
June 15, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday and from 8 to 10:45 a.m. Saturday at 
Falgout Funeral Home of Lockport. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Holy 
Savior Catholic Church in Lockport, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three sons, Gary Triche and wife, Debra, Jace Triche and 
wife, Elizabeth, and Rory Triche; one daughter, Susan Breaux and husband, James 
Sr.; 22 grandchildren; and 32 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Clifton Triche; her parents, Bernard 
and Enola E. Dubois; five sons, Terry, Patrick, Larry, Darren and Pernell 
Triche; and one daughter, Myra Triche.

She was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 18 to June 19, 2011

DAVIS, WALTER, JR.

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Walter Davis Jr., 70, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Tampa, Fla., died 
Monday, June 13, 2011.

Visitation will be 8 a.m. till funeral time Tuesday at Moses Baptist Church in 
Thibodaux. Religious services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church with 
burial in the Old Moses Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Angela S. Davis of Tampa; two sons, Shane Davis of 
New Orleans and Walter Davis III of Tampa; one daughter, Desiree Davis of Tampa; 
two brothers Wilbert and Edward Davis, both of Thibodaux; one sister, Clara 
Robinson of Thibodaux; and one grandson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Sr. and Leola Davis; one 
daughter, Yolanda Davis; two brothers, James T. and Harold Davis; and one 
sister, Dorothy Davis.

He was Baptist and a U.S. Air Force veteran.

Kennedy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 18 to June 19, 2011

LEBOUEF, WARREN 

Warren J. LeBouef, 82, a native of Houma and a resident of Larose, died 
Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Holy Rosary Catholic 
Church. Mass will be at noon Monday at the church with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Verna Bourvier LeBouef; four sons, Daniel, Michael, 
Wayne and Henry LeBouef; and two sisters, Nora Sapia and Mary Ann Authement.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alex LeBouef and Clothilde Bourgeois 
LeBouef; three brothers, Wilman, Wallace and Whitley "Big Boy" LeBouef; and 
three sisters, Anna Hebert, Eilene Melancon and Ollie Boudreaux.

He was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

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

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 18 to June 19, 2011

LEWIS, MICHELLE 

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Michelle "Mitch" O. Lewis, 51, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church.

He is survived by five sisters, Patricia Lewis Brossard, Lisa (Carlos) Nevarez 
of LaPlace, Arlene (Freddie) Tardieff of Thibodaux, Nancy (Raymond) Dumas of New 
Orleans, and Paula (Eric) Johnson of Raceland; one brother, Harry Lewis Jr. of 
Houston; two aunts, Yvonne Lewis and Ella Mae Matthews; nine nieces; five 
nephews; two great-nieces; and three great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Martin Lewis; his parents, Earline 
Matthews Lewis and Harry Lewis Sr.; grandparents, Herbert and Alberta Matthews 
and Elijah Sr. and Rosa Lewis; two sisters, Janice and Jeanette Lewis; one 
brother, Larry Lewis; four uncles; and five aunts.

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SHORT, DORETHA 

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Doretha "Doe" Short, 45, a native of Terrebonne and resident of Houma, died 
Sunday, June 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. till funeral time today at New Salem Baptist 
Church. Religious service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial 
in Southdown Cemetery.

She is survived by her stepfather, Southern Bibbins; two daughters, Theresa 
Short and Jamie Short of Houma; and two sons, Lloyd Saulsbury of Baldwin and 
Johnell Woods of Houma.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnell Saulsbury and Sylvia Woods 
Bibbins; two brothers, Darnell Woods and Floyd Saulsbury; one sister, Theresa 
Saulsbury; and her grandparents, Thomas and Lillie Woods and Doretha Saulsbury 
and Henderson Johnson.

She was Baptist and a homemaker.

Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ARDOIN, LOLA 

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Lola B. Ardoin, 75, a native of Columbia, Miss., and resident of Houma, died 
Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

No services are scheduled.

She is survived by two sons, Paul C. Ardoin Jr. and wife, Pamela D. Ardoin, and 
Richard Ardoin; two daughters, Lisa A. King and husband, David D. King, and 
Pamela A. Giglio and husband, Tony Giglio; 11 grandchildren, Angela A. Orgeron 
and husband, Jason, Curtis M. Ardoin, Jeremy Garman and wife, Melissa Nemia, Aja 
Garman, Amanda A. Bonvillain, Amber M. Ardoin, Eric M. Ardoin, Matthew D. King, 
Abbey N. King, Ashley G. Freeze and husband, Matthew R. Freeze, and Darrel J. 
Owens Jr.; four great-grandchildren, Micah E. Ardoin, Sophia R. Garman, Claire 
E. Orgeron and Christopher P. Bonvillain; and three sisters, Bobbie Adams, Joan 
Berry and Fay Faller.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul C. Ardoin Sr.; and her parents, 
O.L. Breland and Verona Cooper Breland.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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PORCHE, HARVEY, SR.

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Harvey J. Porche Sr., 96, a native of Terrebonne and a resident of Houma, died 
Friday, June 17, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. till funeral time 
Tuesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious service will be at 11 a.m. 
Tuesday at the funeral home with burial in St. Louis Cemetery in Houma.

He is survived by two sons, Gerald T. Porche and Harvey Porche Jr.; one 
daughter, Beverly Porche Cadiere; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 
and 16 great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Lirette Porche; his parents, 
Julien Taylor Porche and Ophelia Songe Porche; one son-in-law, Anthony Cadiere; 
two daughters-in-law, Sylvia Adoue Porche and Dolores Cressonie Porche; five 
brothers, Albert, Morris, David, Herbert and Murphy Porche; and three sisters, 
Vadella Burke Darcy, Nettie Burke LaFarnce and Thelma Burke.

He was a vegetable farmer and lifelong resident of Terrebonne Parish.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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SANDERFER, JAMES 

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James Willett Sanderfer, 88, took his final steps toward eternal rest on Monday, 
June 6, 2011, the 67th anniversary of D-Day.

Family, friends and neighbors are invited to a celebration of Jim's life to be 
held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 25th, with eulogy and music at 1 
p.m., at the home of Becky and Tom Miller, 123 Tchefuncte Dr., located in 
Country Club Estates, Covington.

He was the devoted husband of 64 years to Dorothy Zuber Sanderfer; father of 
Becky S. Miller, her husband, Tom, their children Jimmy, Laura, Mary-Margaret 
and Rod; father of Susan S. Thibodeaux, her two daughters, Erica T. Kohn and 
Emily T. Wallace.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Walter T. and Lilly McKelvey 
Sanderfer; his brothers, Lesley T., Thomas W., Oran M., Woodrow W., Marion W., 
and Rankin R. Sanderfer; and his sisters, Lucille S. Jones, Effie S. Levingston, 
infant Mildred Sanderfer, Bobbie S. Pengelley, and Ann S. Faulkner.

General Omar Bradley, Commander, 1st Division of the U.S. Army, commented after 
the World War II that "every man who set foot on Omaha Beach was a hero." Jim 
was our hero; a husband, father, and grandfather. He will be sorely missed by 
anyone who had the pleasure to know and visit with him.

Jim was born on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 1922, and raised in Port Lavaca, Texas. 
He resided in Houma for 53 years and his final six years in Covington. Jim 
served as Staff Sergeant in the 49th Mobile Support Group of the U.S. Army, 
landing June 9, 1944, on Omaha Beach, Normandy, France. He was employed by 
Freeport Sulphur Co. (Freeport-McMoran) for 41 years, his final years as power 
plant supervisor of the Grand Isle Mine. In Houma, he was a member of Mulberry 
Baptist Church, and as health permitted, he worshiped at First Baptist Church in 
Covington.

After retirement, he spent many years traveling and camping with Dorothy, 
enjoying the outdoors and making friends.

Jim's family offers their sincere thanks to Lakeview Regional Medical Center for 
their kindness and personal attention. Appreciation also goes out to Lakeshore 
Hospice and Ameracare Home Health.

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KRAEMER, HILTON 

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Hilton Kraemer, 68, a native and resident of Choctaw, died at 12:30 p.m. Friday, 
June 17, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. till funeral time today at Thibodaux Funeral Home 
Chapel. Religious service will be at noon today at the funeral home chapel with 
burial in St. James Chapel Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Ruth Kraemer; two sons, Dean and Jeremy 
Kraemer; one brother, Daniel Kraemer; two sisters, Rita Herriard and Charlene 
Duet; and four grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alton and Doris Kraemer; and two 
brothers, Steven and Fermin Kraemer.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LEDET, NINA 

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Nina Chiasson Ledet, 86, a native and resident of Choupic, died Friday, June 17, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. till funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the 
church with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one son, Donald Ledet and wife, Vonnie; one daughter, Cheryl 
Hebert and companion, Raymond Hebert; four sisters, Lodia Rodrigue; Mary 
Marcello; Millie Grazier and Dotti Howard; two grandchildren, Dwayne Hebert and 
wife, Judy, and Darrell Hebert and wife, Liz; and one great-grandchild, Kayla 
Hebert.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ivan "Guy" Ledet; her parents, Wallace 
Chiasson and Alice Adams Chiasson; and six brothers, Joseph, Wilbert, Wiley, 
Preston, Sheldon and Albert Chiasson.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 20 to June 21, 2011

PORCHE, CLARENCE 

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Clarence "Peachie" Porche, 61, a native and resident of Bayou Blue, died Friday, 
June 17, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. till funeral time Wednesday at Samart Funeral 
Home of Houma. Religious service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral 
home.

He is survived by one brother, Junius "Doddy" Porche; one sister, Walterine 
"Tutu" Ford; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Morris Porche and Velma Dupre Porche; 
two brothers, Ray Sr. and Nolan Sr. Porche; and one sister, Mildred Porche 
Landry.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 20 to June 21, 2011

TORRES, MADONNA 

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Madonna Torres, 81, a native of Chackbay and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Saturday, June 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux 
and from 8 a.m. till funeral time Tuesday at St. John Catholic Church. Mass will 
be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Francis and Thad Torres; one daughter, Linda 
Torres; and one grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ferdinand Torres; her parents, Emile 
and Aurelie Mars; five brothers, Wickington, Garfield, Hadley, Wilfred and Bill 
Mars; and three sisters, Sadie Mars, Clara Galliano and Nacie Thibodaux.

Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BILLIOT, MANSEY 

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Mansey R. Billiot, 75, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died Sunday, June 
19, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home in Cut Off and 
from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Christian Family Center in Galliano. 
Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, 
with burial at Dardar Cemetery in Golden Meadow.

He is survived by his companion, Regina Pitre; one son, Percy "Dino" Billiot and 
Shannon; two step-sons, Johnny Boudreaux and Donald Pitre; two daughters, 
Belinda Kiger and husband, Chris, and Monica Morgan and husband, Rodney; five 
step-daughters, Christine Berthaut, Paulette Rowell, Joycelyn Cheramie, Debbie 
Hornback and Jackie Breaux; two brothers, Felton Billiot and Herbert Billiot; 
three sisters, Rose Cormier Olivia Adams and Francis Bergeron; four 
grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Corbit and Melanie Fitch Billiot; one 
granddaughter, April Simpson Regan; three brothers, Leonard Billiot, Leander 
Billiot and Antoine Billiot; and two sisters, Mable Mobley and Mildred Billiot.

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

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CHAPMAN, ANNIE 

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Annie Mae Chapman, 76, a native of Gibson and resident of Morgan City, died 
Tuesday, June 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Beulah Baptist 
Church in Gibson. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the 
church, 
with burial at Triumph Baptist Church Cemetery in Gibson.

She is survived by her husband, Linton Chapman Jr.; one son, Linton Chapman III; 
one daughter, JuWanda Chapman; three brothers, James Jr., David, and Morris Lee 
Givens; one sister, Monica Givens; and five grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Flossie and James Givens Sr.; three 
brothers, Matt, Joseph, and Lawrence Givens Sr.; three sisters, Lillie Mae 
Myles, Jinne Bea Givens and Albertha Givens.

She was a member of Beulah Baptist Church.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DUPLANTIS, FLOYD, SR. 

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Floyd Luke Duplantis Sr., 80 1/2, a native and resident of Houma, passed away 
peacefully on Father's Day at 2:15 Sunday, June 19, 2011, of cancer.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8:30 
a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Holy Rosary Church in Houma. Mass will be held 
at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife and sweetheart of 59 1/2 years, Martha Voisin 
Duplantis; four sons, Floyd Jr. and wife, Judy, of Breaux Bridge, Jude, Farrel 
"Kaboom" and wife, Lisa, and Spencer and wife, Michelle; two daughters, Viola 
Price, and Edith and husband, Samuel Lirette, of Bourg; 11 grandchildren, Derek 
Price and father David Price, of Raceland, Crystal and husband, Andre Bernard, 
of Carencro, Melissa and husband, Jerrett Webre, Dustin Duplantis of Houma, 
Jacob and wife, Haley, of Bayou Blue, Michelle and Bradley Lewis of 
Plattenville, Katie Duplantis and Steven Duplantis of Houma, Elise and Noah of 
Houma, and Brooke Duplantis of Houma; two sisters, Leona Landry of Houma and 
Oudia and Harmon Dupre of Bourg; and one brother, Toby and Theresa Duplantis of 
Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Irving Sr. and Elise Picou Duplantis of 
Houma; one son, Stacey and Sandy Duplantis of Houma; one grandson, Samuel 
Timothy Lirette of Bourg; two brothers, Irvin Jr. and Allen Duplantis of Houma; 
and two sisters, Audrey Dupre Bergeron and Diane Scott of Houma.

Floyd was a devoted and loving father and friend who didn't know the word no. He 
served in the Korean War. Floyd was a member of the Knights of Columbus, United 
Veterans, and Disabled American Venerations. He was a senior mechanic for 
Tidewater Marine. At Tidewater, he was honored with a vessel named the "Floyd 
Tide" for his years of service and dedication. His hobbies included: carving 
shrimp boats, playing cards, spending time with his family and many friends that 
he loved and adored.

Special thanks to Amedysis Hospice for their devoted care. Also, Mrs. Anita 
Jackson for homebound service and Dr. Fadi Abou-Issa and staff and Mary Perkins 
and staff.

The expression of love to all beyond any pain suffered to the very end.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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HARRIS, ELSIE 

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Elsie Mae "Mae Mae" Harris, 66, a native of Belle Rose and resident of 
Napoleonville, died Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

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 St. Benedict 
the Moor 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 husband, Joseph Harris of Napoleonville; three daughters, 
Shawanda and Debra Harris of Napoleonville, and Geneva Harris of Thibodaux; four 
sons, Joseph Jr. and wife, Roxanne Harris, of Labadieville, Anthony and Clifford 
Harris of Napoleonville, and Gerade and wife, Kenya Harris, of Houma; one 
sister, Theresa and husband, Charles Fleming of LaPlace; one brother, Stanley 
Sr. and wife, June Mitchell of Belle Rose; 26 grandchildren; 12 great-
grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Geneva Williams; one son, 
Travis "Munchie" Harris; her stepfather, Joseph Mitchell; one sister, Laura Mae 
Bell; and brother-in-law, Clarence Bell Sr.

She was a homemaker.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of 
arrangements.

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TORRES, WILLIAM 

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Dr. William Joseph Torres, 70, a native of Supreme and a resident of Houma, died 
Saturday, June 18, 2011, at 12:15 a.m.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. till funeral time Tuesday at St. Francis de Sales 
Cathedral in Houma. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

He is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen Zeringue Torres; three sons, William 
"Will" Torres of Houma, Christopher Torres of Houma and Matthew Torres and wife, 
Lizette, of Miami; his mother, Mildred Troxclair Torres Blanchard; one sister, 
Myrna Torres Smith; seven grandchildren, Brittany Torres, Katelyn Torres, 
Kristen Torres, Dante Torres, Matthew Torres II, Mia Torres and Maxton Torres; 
two brothers-in-law, Dr. Guy Zeringue Jr. and Dr. Gregory Zeringue; one sister-
in-law, Deborah Zeringue Toups; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Eldridge Torres; and one granddaughter, 
Tess Torres.

Dr. Torres was a 1958 graduate of Assumption High School, LSU in Baton Rouge and 
LSU Medical School in New Orleans in 1966.

From 1967 to 1968, he served his country in Vietnam as a U.S. Army medical 
officer and commander of a clearing company with the First Air Calvary Division.

Upon his release from the military, he completed his obstetric and gynecological 
residency at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. He operated an OB/GYN practice in 
Houma from 1972 until his retirement. He was a passionate physician who loved 
his work, the patients he served and his family.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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VALENCE, RUSSELL, SR.

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Russell J. Valence Sr., 70, a native of Westwego and resident of Paradis, died 
at 9:57 a.m. Sunday, June 19, 2011.

Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home in 
Raceland, with burial in St. Gertrude Cemetery.

He is survived by five sons, Barry, Valence, Ronnie Valence, Timmy Valence, 
Russell John Valence Jr. and Jared Paul Valence; three daughters, Michelle 
Valence, Angella Valence and Amy Valence Cambre; 11 grandchildren; and five 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Mozella Theriot Valence; 
and one brother, Anthony Valence Jr.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BELOTE, ROBERT, JR.

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Robert "Bobby" Belote Jr., 59, a native of Lafayette and resident of Chackbay, 
died Sunday, June 19, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Thibodaux Funeral 
Home. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 
with burial at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Vaughn Belote; one son, Troy Wayne Belote; two 
daughters, Kimberly Belote Burley and Stacey Belote; one brother, Mark Belote; 
two sisters, Pam Guidry and Janet Belote; and seven grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert A. Belote Sr. and Marie Martie 
Belote.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BROWNLEE, TESSA 

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She is now where she has always wanted to be. Tessa Belle Matherne Brownlee, 81, 
the wife of Henry F. Brownlee for 59 years, went home to be with her Lord and 
Savior Jesus at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2011, from Audubon Health & Rehab in 
Thibodaux. She was born in Houma, raised in Bayou Blue, and lived in New 
Orleans, Gretna, Algiers, and finally back to Bayou Blue.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Thursday at Bayou Blue United Methodist Church on Lake Long Dr. in Bayou Blue. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with interment 
in Matherne Cemetery.

In addition to her husband, she leaves behind on this earth her two daughters, 
Bonnie B. Martiny and husband, Bill, of Thibodaux and Nancy Lynn Brownlee of St. 
Francisville; her five much loved grandchildren, Major Caleb Martiny and wife, 
Gillian, of Tinker AFB, Okla., Erin Martiny Hebert and husband, Shane, of 
Napoleonville, Joshua David Martiny of Thibodaux, Candice Cantrelle Veazey and 
husband, Joshua, of Thibodaux, and Lawrence S. Dugas of Houma; and seven 
beautiful great-grandchildren, Madeline "Maddy" and Henry "Hank" Martiny, Jai 
Paul, Wesley Jo, and Emaly Michelle Veazey, Aidan and Hannah Hebert. Another 
great-granddaughter is expected to join the Hebert family in October. She is 
also "Maw Maw" to several neighborhood children. Tessa is also survived by two 
loving sisters, Mona M. Boquet of Franklinton and Thelma M. Trahan of Bayou 
Blue; her sister-in-law, Nobby Babin of Houma; and scores of cousins, nieces, 
nephews and greats.

In Heaven, she will be joining her parents, Loveless John and Beulah Savoie 
Matherne; her mother-in-law, Irma Lee Bloodworth; three brothers, John, Whitney, 
and Stephen Matherne; two sisters, Elaine Matherne and Isabelle M. Hebert; five 
brothers-in-law, Harry Boquet, Fulton Trahan, Julius Hebert, Norman Brownlee Jr. 
and Robert H. Brownlee; two sisters-in-law, Nell Bergeron Matherne and 
Marguerite Barrett Brownlee; three nephews, Lloyd Hebert, John Hebert and 
Maurice Matherne; two nieces, Juie Hebert Naquin and Charmaine Matherne 
McDurmon; her grandparents, Ursin Napoleon and Clenda Picou Matherne, and Albert 
Paul and Arcade Tourelle Savoie; and many uncles, aunts and cousins.

Special thanks and appreciation go out for the care given to Tessa by the nurses 
and staff of Audubon Health & Rehab, St. Catherine's Hospice, Metro Preferred 
Home Care, Dr. Raja Talluri, Dr. Stephen Hellman, Dr. Charon Gentile, Dr. John 
Ochsner, and the doctors and staffs of CIS, Houma Surgi-Center & Urology Clinic, 
TGMC, and TRMC.

And an extra special Thank You to our daughter Bonnie for her unending love and 
assistance in caring for Tessa- and being my ears.

In lieu of flowers, Tessa would have preferred that you make donations to your 
church or favorite charity.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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CRAIN, INEZ 

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Inez Gautreaux Crain, 88, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 12:05 a.m. 
Thursday, June 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Holy Savior Catholic 
Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, James P. Crain and Jack Leon Crain; two brothers, 
Nolan Gautreaux and Dudley Gautreaux; and one grandson, Michael Crain.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Crain; her parents, Sylvester 
Gautreaux Sr. and Annie S. Gautreaux; one son, John R. Crain; and five brothers, 
Charles, Norman, Francis, Edwin, and Sylvester Gautreaux Jr.

She was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DAY, PAMELA VICKERS

Pamela Gail Borskey Vickers-Day, 59, a resident of Clinton, died Sunday, June 
18, 2011 at Lane Regional Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Charlet Funeral Home, 
Inc. in Clinton. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. today at the funeral 
home, conducted by the Rev. Ken Graham and assisted the by Rev. Marc Gregoire. 
Burial will be in Azalea Rest Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of two years, James Warren Day Jr.; one daughter, 
Katina Koehler of Clinton; one son, Jeremy Vickers and wife, Amanda of Haughton; 
one stepson, James Warren Day III and wife, Katie of Baton Rouge; her father, 
George Borskey Sr.; two brothers, George Borskey Jr. and wife, Mary, of 
Schriever and Timothy Borskey and wife, Janet, of Baker; and four grandchildren, 
Frazier Maddison Vickers, Adrienne Lynn Vickers, Ella Grace Vickers and Caden 
Quinn Vickers.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruthie Mae Frazier Borskey.

She was employed by the Audubon Regional Library for more than 10 years. Pam was 
a dedicated Scouter with the BSA for more than 28 years, serving on the local 
and council levels.

Share sympathies, memories, and condolences at www.charletfuneralhome.com.

Charlet Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DELANGE, ALLAN 

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Allan J.C. DeLange, 42, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, June 
19, 2011.

Services will be private.

He is survived by his daughter, Nikole DeLange; two sons, Lance and Derek 
DeLange; his mother, Isabella Cameron DeLange; one brother, Andrew DeLange; one 
sister, Jacqueline DeLange; and his former wife, Allison Chiasson DeLange.

He was preceded in death by his father, Allan E. DeLange; and his sister, Joanne 
Davain.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LUTRELL, WILLIAM 

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William "Billy" Joseph Lutrell, 66, a native of Montegut and resident of 
Chauvin, died at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 21, 2011.

Private services will be held at a later date.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Boudreaux Lutrell; one son, Elvis Lutrell; 
four daughters, Cynthia LeBlanc, Judy Lutrell, Stacie George and Billy Jo 
Lutrell; three brothers, Perry Pitre, Michael Pitre and Wayne Domangue; three 
sisters, Linda Williams, Joanne Domangue and Penny Domangue; 10 grandchildren; 
and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Bessie Pitre; one son, Richard Lutrell; 
and one grandson, Shannon Billiot.

He was a retired boat captain.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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PITRE, LOUIS, JR.

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Louis E. Pitre Jr., 85, a native of Lafourche Parish, died Monday, June 20, 
2011.

He is survived by one son, Timmy Pitre; five daughters, Gail Rogers and husband, 
Larry, Kathy Varnum and husband, Earl, Karen Rogers and husband, Johnny, Corena 
Ledet and husband, Jerry, and Patty Lefort and husband, David; one half-brother, 
Joseph Cheramie; three half-sisters, Jane Cheramie, Rita Guidry and Delta 
Guillory; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-
grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Pitre Sr. and Lazy C. Pitre; and 
half-brother, Gelpi "Blue" Cheramie.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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WEST, WILLIAM 

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William "Poppie" R. West, 79, a native of Tiltonsville, Ohio and resident of 
Houma, died Tuesday, June 21, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Verna Star West; one son, Michael West and Barbara; 
three daughters, Judith Franks and husband, Ted, Angela Helluln and husband, 
Patrick, and Haley Pye; one brother, Ernest West and wife, Edna; 18 
grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sarah West; his parents, Frank West 
and Josephine Schmicht West; one daughter, Tiffany Pye Luke; and two brothers, 
Woody and Westy West.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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BREAUX, CHRISTOPHER, JR.

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Christopher "T-Chris" Breaux Jr., 34, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, 
died Sunday, June 19, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in 
Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor 
Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his father, Christopher "Chris" Breaux Sr.; one son, Kyle 
Christopher Breaux; one brother, Chad Anthony Breaux; a half-brother, David B. 
Ferguson; and grandfather, Harvey "LayLay" Cheramie.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Lorie Ann C. Breaux; and his 
grandparents, Oliviette Serigny Breaux, Aubrey Breaux and Verna Frickey Crosby.

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

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CRUTCHFIELD, BRUCE, JR.

Bruce "Bubba" Curtis Crutchfield Jr., 56, a native of Mobile, Ala. and resident 
of Dularge, died Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

No services are scheduled.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Melissa Crutchfield; 
his sisters and husbands/partners, Mary Jo Hollandsworth and Chuck, Rebecca 
Johnson and David, Carmen Crutchfield and John, and Heather Bolick and Darin; 
his stepmother, Judy Crutchfield; his partner, Sandra Wilson; and three step-
children, Racheal Thibodeaux, Christie Vedros and Suzanna Rhodes.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Marie M. Crutchfield Delehanty; and his 
father, Bruce Crutchfield.

Bruce loved his adopted hometown of Houma/Dularge and the many friends he made. 
He was a wonderful and colorful storyteller who loved a good party. His favorite 
times were spending time with his family and friends and watching wildlife in 
his backyard.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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JENNINGS, CLINTON 

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Clinton Revere Jennings, 52, a native of Natchez, Miss. and resident of Houma, 
died at 2:28 a.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Samart Funeral Home of 
Houma.

He is survived by one daughter, Lindsey Jennings; two grandchildren, Mason 
Brodnax and Kyla Brodnax; one sister, Connie Marcel and husband, Robby; two 
nephews, Chad Braud and Charlie Anderson; his companion, Kreg Morgan; half-
sister, Tonya Darlene Jennings; and half-brother, Luke Jennings.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Juanice Matherne and Wallace Revere 
Jennings Jr.

He was a loving father and grandfather who will be truly missed. He was a true 
friend to all who knew him.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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KRAEMER, RAYMOND 

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Raymond Joseph Kraemer, 83, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houma, died 
at 8:20 a.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday 
at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the 
funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by his wife, Jewel McDaniel Kraemer; his children, Larry and 
wife, Cookie Kraemer, Terry and wife, Kem Kraemer, Kevin and wife, Carla 
Kraemer, Peggy and husband, Myron Hebert, Connie Fortson, Tammy and husband, 
Glynn Davis, Sharon and husband, Richard Sonier, Theresa and husband, Chuck 
Sullivan, and Angela and husband, Bret Alton; 24 grandchildren; 38 great-
grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; three brothers, Chester Kraemer, 
Robert "Bobby" Kraemer and Leroy Kraemer; and one sister, Modez Deroche.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie Kraemer and Clara Landry Kraemer; 
two sons, Teddy J. Kraemer and Donald Coglaiti; and one daughter, Paula 
Bonvillain.

He was retired from Texaco and served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

The family of Mr. Raymond would like to thank the staff of St. Joseph's Hospice 
for the care and support you have given during our time of need.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LIRETTE, LINCOLN 

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Lincoln James Lirette, 76, a native and resident of Houma, died at 10:30 p.m. 
Tuesday, June 21, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Grace Lutheran 
Church. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Pellegrin Lirette; one son, Lyle Lirette and 
wife, Stacey; one daughter, Shanna L. Himel and husband, Mike; and two 
grandchildren, Danae and Miranda Himel.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Bessie Lambert Lirette; one 
son, Dwight Lirette; one grandson, Tyler Lirette; four brothers, Norris, Reuben, 
Clifton, and Harold Lirette; and one sister, Doris Johnson.

He was a member of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church and served in the Army during 
the Korean Conflict.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Matthew's Episcopal Church are preferred.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RICHARD, IDA 

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Ida Mae LeBlanc Richard, 80, a native and resident of Labadieville, died 
Tuesday, June 21, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Philomena Church in 
Labadieville. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in 
the church cemetery.

She is survived by one son, Allen Richard; one daughter, Barbara Thibodaux and 
husband, Gary; one brother, Sidney LeBlanc; one sister, Alice Breaux; and five 
grandchildren, Laurie Richard, Kelly Bourgeois, Chad Thibodaux, Gabe Richard, 
Sarah Richard and Johnica Gauthreaux.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Richard; her parents, Clerfie 
LeBlanc and Louise Boudreaux LeBlanc; two sons, Dale Richard and Curtis Richard; 
and one brother, Clerfie LeBlanc Jr.

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

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ROGERS, AUBREY 

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Aubrey A. Rogers, 77, died Monday, June 20, 2011 at Alexandria VA Medical 
Center.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Lucy Church in 
Houma. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with 
interment at Bisland Cemetery in Bourg.

He is survived by three brothers, Willard A. Rogers and wife, Brenda, Felix 
Thibodeaux and wife, Janet, and Terry Jabert; his sister-in-law, Betty Rogers; 
four children, Aubrey A. Rogers Jr., Leslie Rogers, Joyce Duplantis and William 
Alden; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Newell A. Rogers; his mother, Anna Belle 
Leblanc; one brother, James Rogers; one sister, Hazel Henry; and one grandchild, 
Cameron "CJ" Benoit.

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ROSS, LOU 

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Lou Audrey Mae Ross, 59, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Schriever, died 
Tuesday, June 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Magnolia United 
Methodist Church on Johnson Ridge in Thibodaux. Religious services will be held 
at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial at Halfway Cemetery in Gray.

She is survived by one daughter, Darlene Ross of Houma; her companion, Frank 
James of Lockport; two sisters, Mary Louise Hogan of Napoleonville and Mildred 
Hogan of Baton Rouge; one brother, Joseph Hogan of Pennsylvania; one 
granddaughter; two grandsons; one uncle; two great-grandsons; and a host of 
other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Ross Jr.; her parents, Viola 
Stewart and Wilbert Hogan Sr.; one daughter, Dione Ross; one son, Albert Ross; 
two sisters, Eula Mae Johnson and Odelia Hogan; two brothers, Gerald and Wilbert 
Hogan; and one grandson, Darnell Ross.

She was a homemaker.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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SAVOIE, WALTERINE 

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Walterine Marie Crochet Savoie, 95, a native and resident of Houma, died 
Tuesday, June 21, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and 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.

She is survived by three sons, Max A. Savoie and wife, Emilie, Tommie J. Savoie 
and wife, Laura, and James J. Savoie and wife, Theresa; four daughters, Dolores 
Picou, Claire Muster and husband, Bill, Norma Davis, and Elaine Duncan and 
husband, Edmond; one sister, Alice Knoblock; 20 grandchildren; 39 great-
grandchildren; and 31 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude J. Savoie; her parents, Albert 
Crochet and Clotilde Babin Crochet; three brothers, Olden, Edward, and Nolan 
Crochet; two sisters, Gertrude Rogers and Mildred Chaisson; three grandchildren, 
Samuel and Michael Muster, and Debbie D. Hall; one great-grandchild, Amber 
Savoie; and son-in-law, Calvin Picou.

She was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. She worked in the lunch 
room at St. Francis de Sales School for several years. She was an excellent 
homemaker and caregiver to her children and grandchildren.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SMITH, DANIEL, SR.

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Daniel "Big Mack" Smith Sr., 74, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, 
died Thursday, June 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at New Mount Pilgrim 
Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, 
with burial in Mechanicville Emmanuel B.C. Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Theresa L. Smith; two sons, Daniel Smith Jr. of 
Alexandria and Terrance Ross of Houston; one daughter, Vanessa Harris and 
husband, Joseph Jr.; three brothers, Fred Smith of Oakland, Calif., Nickolas 
Smith Sr. of Stockton, Calif. and General Smith of Houma; his mother-in-law, 
Mary Lawrence of Baton Rouge; three sisters-in-law, Cheryl Smith of Stockton, 
Calif., Carolyn Matthews and Freda Lawrence of Baton Rouge; and five 
grandchildren, Janessa Harris, Jaeda Harris, and Terrica Ross of Houston, Megan 
Ross of Baton Rouge and Terriyahanna Ross of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Morde and Albirtha Campbell Smith; four 
sisters, Louise S. Jones Williams, Dorothy S. Hite, Carol Lee Smith and Rosa Lee 
Smith; and four brothers, Thomas Edison Smith, Norris Smith, John Calvin Smith 
and Frank Smith.

He was a member of New Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church and Blaine C. Clay Masonic 
Lodge 14 F & AM.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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WEBRE, NOLAN 

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Nolan Webre, 86, a resident of Houma, died Wednesday, June 22, 2011.

Services will be held at 5 p.m. Friday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church.

He is survived by one sister; two children; six grandchildren; and nine great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; and one son.

He was retired.

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BANEY, CHRISTIAN 

Christian Philip Baney, a native and resident of Larose, born June 20, 2011 and 
died Monday, June 20, 2011.

Graveside services will be held at noon Wednesday, June 29th at St. Francis de 
Sales Cemetery No. 2 in Houma.

He is survived by his parents, Alton P. Knight III and Olivia Baney; his 
grandparents, Douglas Baney and Shirley Gibbs Baney, and Alton Knight Jr. and 
Kelly Knight; one brother, Ian Knight; and three sisters, Aalianna Baney 
Atkinson, Lucille Baney Atkinson and Jenna Knight.

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

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ETHERIDGE, EDWARD 

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Edward Rome Etheridge, 87, a native of Steubenville, Ohio and resident of Houma, 
died Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 23 at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Gibson, with 
burial in Halfway Cemetery.

He is survived by one son, Stanley Briggs; four daughters, Edith Etheridge, 
Lorraine Griffin, Evette Hall and Peggy; two brothers, Levi and Joseph Simmons; 
12 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Williams, second wife, Elnora 
R. Etheridge; third wife, Ella Mae Etheridge; his parents, Nettie Dorsey Simmons 
and Levi Rome Simmons; one son, Norris Briggs; three brothers, Dr. Eugene 
Simmons, Johnny Simmons Sr. and Ozell Simmons; and three sisters, Jessie S. 
Cummings, Thelma Hicks and Bobbie Lee Butler.

He was a retired Navy veteran and a member of Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GROS, EUCLID 

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Euclid "Kippy" Gerald Gros, 75, a native and resident of Labadieville, died at 
4:47 a.m. Thursday, June 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Philomena 
Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass will be held at noon Saturday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Maureen Boudreaux Gros; five children, Kurt Gros, 
Angela Gros, Lisa G. Boudreaux and husband, Fritz Jr., Shane Gros and wife, 
Christina, and Eric Gros and wife, Donna; 10 grandchildren, Brittany, Jacob, and 
Kristen Gros, Sarah B. Russell, Fritz Boudreaux III, Jeffrey and Zachary Gros, 
Brian Chamness, and Hunter and Emilea Gros; and one great-grandchild, Kyan 
Russell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clovis and Andrea Naquin Gors; one son, 
Jeffery Gros; eight brothers, Emile Gros, Arsene Gros, Dewey Gros, Clovis "Tom" 
Gros Jr., Jacque Gros, Chester Gros, Frank Gros and Clay Gros; and two sisters, 
Emily G. Thibodeaux and Helen G. Boudreaux.

He served Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office for 20 years and he was a member of 
Local Carpenter's Union.

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

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LEE, CLARENCE 

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Clarence "18 Wheeler" Lee, a native and resident of Belle Rose, died Monday, 
June 20, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Pilgrim Baptist Church 
in Paincourtville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Audrey Cargo Lee of Belle Rose; one son, Kevin Lee 
of Houston; one daughter, Rose Marie Lee of Belle Rose; three sisters, Mary and 
husband, Milton Prean, Elaine Armstead and Corrine Mickens all of Belle Rose; 
four brothers, Robert Lee of Belle Rose, Royal Lee Jr. of Napoleonville, Earl 
Lee of Thibodaux and Pleasant Lee of Labadieville; five grandchildren; one 
great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvina and Royal Lee Sr.

He was a retired laborer.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of 
arrangements.

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MOORE, FLORA 

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Flora Harris Moore, 86, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, June 
18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Morning Star Baptist 
Church on Johnson Ridge. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at 
the church, with burial at Moses Baptist Church Cemetery No. 2 in Thibodaux.

She is survived by one daughter, Elizabeth Moore of Johnson Ridge; eight sons, 
Timothy Moore and wife, Natalie, of Houston, Thomas A. Moore and wife, Carolyn, 
Bobby Moore and wife, Cheryl, Christopher Moore, Oscar Moore and Archie Moore 
all of Thibodaux, Marvin Moore and wife, Gwendolyn, of Kenner and Kirby Moore 
and wife, Deborah, of Baton Rouge; one sister, Susanna Lewis of Thibodaux; 20 
grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Isaac Moore; her parents, Aaron Harris 
Sr. and Priscilla Harris; two sons, Willie Moore and Larry Moore Sr.; two 
daughters, Mary Kathryn Moore and Brenda Lee Moore; four brothers, Willie, 
Tommy, Aaron Jr., and Ethan Harris; and six sisters, Elizabeth Jackson, Leona 
Harris, Louise Harris, Priscilla Wagner, Harriet Harris and Elvira Harris.

She was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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OUBRE, CHRISTINA 

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Christina "Mom-Teen" W. Oubre, 98, a native and resident of Vacherie, died 
Sunday, June 19, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Peace 
Catholic Church, 13281 La. 644, Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday 
at the church, with interment in the church cemetery.

She is survived by five sons, Paul and Patrick Oubre of New Orleans, Huey P., 
John "Nick" and Richard Oubre all of Vacherie; one daughter, Virgia Marie Woods 
of New Orleans; two stepsons, Welmon Oubre of Marrero and Hurley and wife, Ruth 
Oubre, of Vacherie; two stepdaughters, Priscillia Burke and Regina and husband, 
Willis Octave, of St. James; 37 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; and 28 
great-great-grandchildren; and one great-great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Florian "Compa" Oubre; three stepsons, 
Leroy, Joseph, and Percy Oubre; three sisters, Olga Moore, Josephine Jones and 
Ruby Oubre; two brothers, Edison and Ned Wooden; and a sister, Oralie Harry.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Good Children Benevolent Society.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of 
arrangements.

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VALENTINE, EUGENE, SR.

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Eugene Valentine Sr., 61, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, June 19, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Community Funeral 
Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with 
burial in Southdown Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Kathryn Williams Valentine; four sons, Eugene 
Valentine and wife, Annette, Muhammad Valentine of Chicago, Leroy Valentine and 
wife, Felica, of Arizona, and Lydell Valentine and wife, Ester, of Texas; five 
brothers, Leonard Valentine Sr. of Mississippi, Willie Valentine Sr. of Texas, 
Van Royal Valentine Sr. and wife, Martha, of Texas, Rudolph Valentine Sr. and 
wife, Lenora, of Houma, and Leroy Valentine Sr. and wife, Rosemary; four 
sisters, Marilyn Johnson of California and Josie Jones of Chicago, Jean Taylor 
and husband, Earl Jr., of Westwego and Delores Sandolph and husband, Robert Sr.; 
and eight grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Valentine Sr. and Mildred 
Williams Valentine; one brother, Albert Valentine Jr.; and one sister, Doroty 
Neville.

He was employed by Anderson Supply Paint Co.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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WILLIAMS, JAMES, SR.

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James Kembly Williams Sr., 55, a native of Napoleonville and resident of 
LaPlace, died Monday, June 20, 2011, at Twin Oaks Nursing Home in LaPlace.

Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Monday at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville. Religious 
services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with burial at Port 
Hudson National Cemetery in Port Hudson.

He is survived by his mother, Queen Williams of LaPlace; one daughter, Trevina 
and husband, Marcus Webb of Baton Rouge; one stepdaughter, Shanice Williams; one 
son, James K. Williams Jr.; four sisters, Elisha and husband, Louis Jasmine of 
Reserve, Linda Lewis of Los Angeles, Julie and husband, Eddie Dunbar of Oakland, 
Calif., and Ravon of Seattle; two brothers, Cleveland and wife, Darlene, of 
Moreno Valley, Calif. and Huey and wife, Elnora Williams, of Napoleonville; 
three aunts; three uncles; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Rev. James Williams Jr.; two brothers, 
Eugene and Wilford Williams; and one sister, Edith M. Cola.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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BARRAS, VIRGINIA 

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Virginia G. Barras, 87, a native of Chacahoula and resident of Schriever, died 
Thursday, June 23, 2011.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BENIOT, KIM 

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Kim Beniot, 43, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, June 23, 2011.

She is survived by her fiance, Brian Howe and his family; two brothers, James 
Smith of Oregon and Lloyd Smith of Oklahoma and two sisters, Brenda Cardoza and 
Glenda Abeyta, both of California.

She was preceded in death by her father, Henry Hurlburt, of California.

She was formerly employed by Marcel's Supermarket.

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BREAUX, GERALD 

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Gerald H. Breaux, 77, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, June 24, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Charles Borromeo 
Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, 
with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

He is survived by one son, Kyle G. Breaux and wife, Lori; one brother, Philip 
Breaux and wife, Jackie; three sisters, Gaydel Chauvin and husband, Raymond, 
Bonnie Dugas and husband, Leroy, and Rey Chaisson; and two grandsons, Joshua and 
Joel Breaux.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip Breaux and Velma Brown Breaux.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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KNIGHT, CORNEL 

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Cornel "Chris" Knight, 60, a native of Raceland and Ripley, Miss., died 
Saturday, June 18, 2011.

He is survived by his wife, Ann Brunet Knight; one son, Michael Potter and wife, 
Mikki; one daughter, Christine Murphy; five grandchildren; one brother, Roy 
Knight and wife, Tanya; a brother-in-law, Sullivan Pierce; and three nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mary Knight; and one sister, 
Gayle Pierce.

He was employed by Ashley Furniture. He was a member of The Knights of Columbia 
and The International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Ripley Funeral Home of Ripley, Miss. was in charge of arrangements.

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MCKEY, PATRICIA 

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Patricia Ann "Pat" McKey, 66, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:25 a.m. 
Wednesday, June 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. 
Mass will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with interment in St. Bridget 
Catholic Church Cemetery.

She is survived by her daughter and caregiver, Monique Soudelier; two 
grandchildren, Jennifer and Jordan Soudelier, one son, Drew Soudelier and one 
brother, Carroll McKey, Jr.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Carrol D. McKey, Sr. and Margurite 
LeBlanc McKey.

Pat was a prior owner of Houma Valve Service Inc. and chairwoman of the Houma 
Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board for 20 years.

Pat loved Louisiana Mardi Gras and was a former member of both the Krewe of 
Aphrodite and Hyacinthians. She was a member of the Women's Oilfield Auxilliary 
and an avid supporter of animal rights, the ASPCA, My Heart's Desire and the 
Terrebonne Parish Animal Shelter. During her years as a civil servant she was 
also an active member of the Police Bowling League.

As a political activist she was a strong supporter of good government and our 
local police and fire departments. Patsy was a very charitable person and it is 
said that she never met a stranger. She loved her family, friends, pets and a 
good sense of humor. She was a kind and generous person who will be greatly 
missed by all of her family, friends and pets.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to My Heart's Desire, 
Terrebonne Parish Animal Shelter and any Cancer Association of your choice.

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RODRIGUE, EULA 

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Eula Savoie Rodrigue, 83, a native of Mire and resident of Houma, died at 7:05 
p.m. Thursday, June 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Anthony of Padua 
Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial 
in Bayou Black Cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Hayes Rodrigue and wife, Helen, of Minden and 
Phillip Rodrigue and wife, Nancy, of Lake Charles; one daughter, Mary Billiot 
and husband, Jimmie of Gray; and two grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, and 
four step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren Rodrigue; her parents, Odilon 
Savoie and Josephine Boullion Savoie; and one brother, Frank Savoie.

She was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church and a homemaker.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BLANCHARD, SHIRLEY 

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Shirley N. Blanchard, 78, a native of Chauvin and resident of Houma, passed away 
peacefully at her home at 8:10 a.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Falgout Funeral Home 
Chapel. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the chapel, with 
burial in Garden of Memories.

She is survived by her beloved and devoted husband of 61 1/2 years, Linus J. 
Blanchard of Houma; her daughter, Noricia Marie Young and husband, Jude, of 
Patterson; her son, Reese Blanchard of Houma; her son Kenneth Blanchard and 
wife, Christine, of Houma; and her daughter, Vickie Blanchard and husband, Gary, 
of Patterson; nine grandchildren, Betty Jo Thomas, Laura Young, Michael Turner, 
Evan Blanchard, Daniel Turner, Yvonne Blanchard, Jennifer Turner Robinson, James 
Turner and Rachel Turner; three great-grandchildren, Megan Romero, Keaden Thomas 
and Madison Blanchard; one brother, Linwood Neal; and six sisters, Gladys 
Porter, Alice Fanguy, Thelma Bergeron, Helen Roddy, Anna Mae Dupre and Earline 
Roger.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clairville and Noricia Voisin Neal; 
four brothers, Edward, Edgar, Allen, and Willard Neal; and six sisters, Agnolia 
Blanchard, Lucricia Gautreaux, Lillian Redmond, Loricia, Viola, and baby Neal.

She loved and was known for her love to others, her cooking, sewing, 
embroidering and her many crafts such as quilting and crocheting which she won 
many awards and blue ribbons. She was generous willing to give a pair of 
crocheted slippers and baby booties to many who knew her. Her children, 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren will be kept warm by her hand-sewn quilts 
she made for each one of them.

She was a sitter for the elderly for many years. She owned a grocery store in 
Grand Caillou in her early married years and saved money to move to Houma.

She was a devoted Jehovah's Witness for 46 years along with her husband, Linus, 
visited others especially other elderly ones to give them spiritual 
encouragement. She was well loved by her spiritual brothers and sisters 
receiving encouragement in return from them.

Shirley and Linus were very fine examples to everyone of how they cared for each 
other in show true love.

Shirley was loved tremendously by her family and friends and she will never be 
forgotten.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LEE, ALLEN 

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Allen Antoine Lee, 71, a native and resident of Larose, died Friday, June 24, 
2011 at Terrebonne General Medical Center in Houma.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Holy Rosary Catholic 
Church in Larose. Mass will be at 1 p.m. at the church, with interment to follow 
in the church mausoleum.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Dianna St. Pierre Lee; his mother, 
Adrine Chauvin, one son, Troy A. Lee and wife, Nena Allemand Lee; two daughters, 
Dana L. Bergeron and husband Kevin P. Bergeron and Tina L. Alston and husband 
Richard D. Alston; seven grandchildren, Brandy and Bryan Bergeron, Jake, Jake, 
Janee' and Jaden Lee, and Morgan and Brooklyn Alston; one brother, Percy Lee and 
one sister, Gail L. Falgout.

He was preceded in death by one infant son, Tracey Lee, twin grandaughters, 
Jenna and Janey Lee; his father, Enoch A. Lee and one sister, Lillian Lee.

Allen enjoyed restoring classic antique cars. He also enjoyed horses, nature and 
his Mississippi Cabin. He was especially fond of the "love of his life," Dianna.

He recently retired after 49 years in the tugboat business.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MARTIN, MILDRED 

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Mildred Marie LaBiche Martin, 90, a native of Vacherie and resident of Houma, 
died Friday, June 24, 2011.

Visitation will fe from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of the Most 
Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her sister, Grace Moore of Bayou Blue and her niece and 
caregiver, Nelward Southers and husband Richard of Rockport, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Camille LaBiche and Emily Triche 
LaBiche; her brother, Claude LaBiche; and four sisters, Inez Berthelot, Elsie 
Pontiff, Lula Mae Cucinella and Leona LaBiche.

She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

She was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing.

The family would like to thank Heritage Manor, its staff and her many new 
friends she met while there. Special thanks also to Dr. Stagg, Dr. Dupont and 
Dr. Cinnater and their staffs.

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ROUSSEL, CAMILLE 

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Camille D. Roussel, 81, a native of Lutcher and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Friday, June 24, 2011.

Visitation will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Church in Paulina. Mass will 
be at 11 a.m. at the church.Rose

She is survived by one sister, Ethel Zeringue; six children, Ellis and Barbara 
Roussel of Covington, Eric and Tara Roussel of Gonzales, Effie and Jason 
Waguespack of Lutcher, Ella and Joe Picciola of Destrehan, Eddie Roussel of 
Lutcher, Erin and Joel Folse of Chackbay; 12 grandchildren, Jake Roussel, Ben 
Roussel, Simon Roussel, Dr. Amy Zeringue and her husband Ralph, Dr. Randy 
Waguespack and his wife Stacy, Ricky Waguespack, Ori' Roussel, Marc Picciola, 
Emily Picciola, Elizabeth Picciola, Cameron Folse, Hannah Folse and one great-
grandchild Grace Zeringue.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years, Ellis J. Roussel, 
her sister Dorothy Guillory and two brothers, Ferrell and Harold DeRoche.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed sewing, 
crocheting, smocking, and cooking.

"When tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart, for every time 
you think of me, I'm right here in your heart."

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association and 
the American Diabetes Association .

Rose Lynn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ADAMS, NOLAN 

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Nolan Pierre Adams, 87, a native of Kaplan and longtime resident of Thibodaux 
and Schriever, died Friday, June 24, 2011 at Audubon Health and Rehab.

Visitation will be 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 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by three daughters, Brenda and husband, Floyd Picou, Sandra and 
husband, Leslie Brunet, and Judith Caillouet; six grandchildren, Gerald and 
wife, Faith Folse, Liz Folse, Justin Brunet, Kristin and husband, Noah 
Waguespack, Casie Caillouet and Mitzi and husband, Jay Berthelot; five great-
grandchildren, Kaitlyn Waguespack, Cameron and Chloe Romano, and Hannah and 
Sophia Berthelot; one sister, Leona Vincent of Kaplan; two sisters-in-law, Inez 
Adams of Orange, Texas and Audrey Adams of Kaplan; and numerous nieces and 
nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Birdie Arceneaux Adams; his parents, 
Amadee and Rosa Broussard; one son, Gerald Adams; four brothers; and two 
sisters.

He was retired from Freeport Sulphur Co. He was a World War II veteran and a 
parishioner of St. Bridget Parish.

Special thanks to the administration and staff of Audubon Health and Rehab 
Nursing Home and St. Catherine's Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, prayers would be appreciated or donations to the Amercian 
Cancer Society in honor of our mother or the Alzheimer's Association .

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

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BRANSON, DONALD 

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Donald Reed Branson, 51, a native and resident of Grand Isle, died Monday, June 
27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. 
Thursday at the funeral home parlor, with burial in Westlawn Cemetery.

He is survived by his stepfather, Leroy Collums; and three sisters, Linda 
Anderton, Donna Santiny and Julie Bradberry.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Geraldine Morrison Branson; 
two brothers, Harold Wayne Branson and Bobby Edward Branson; and one sister, 
Jerry Lynn Branson.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the American Cancer Society in 
Donald's name.

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CLEMENT, KIRK 

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Kirk A. "Wildchild" Clement, 49, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Friday, June 24, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel and 
from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. 
Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his companion, Debbie Quebedeaux; his parents, Gene Clement 
Sr. and Dianne L. Clement; his children, Kyle Clement and Erica Clement and 
their mother, Tracy, and Cody and Paige Quebedeaux; his siblings, Gene Clement 
Jr. and wife, Liz, Michele "Mimi" Barkert and husband, Tom, Troy Clement and 
wife, Kyla, and stepbrother, Heavy D.; and his nieces and nephews, Timmy C., 
Kolt C., Kali C., Cheyenne Swoope and Thomas Barker IV.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Guy S. Clement and Celia K. 
Clement, and Charles Marquette Landry and Velsie D. Landry.

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DILL, JAMES 

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James Hiltunest Dill, 89, a native of Houma and resident of Covington, died at 
2:50 p.m. Sunday, June 26, 2011, of congestive heart disease.

A memorial will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, July 1 at St. Peters Catholic Church, 
125 East 19th Avenue, Covington.

He is survived by his wife, Velma "Larry" Prejean; one son, Michael James Dill 
and wife, Louise M. Dill of Covington; two daughters, Sandra Dill Seeger and 
husband, Robert, of Franklinton, and Jill Dill Clesi of Birmingham, Ala.; one 
brother, Ray Francis Dill and wife, Marjorie of Houma; three sisters, Janelee 
Dill Guidry of Houma, Shirley Dill Chauvin and husband, Tilman, of Houma and 
Barbara Dill Babin of Baton Rouge; eight grandchildren, Troy Seeger of 
Franklinton, Lisa S. Alleman of Dallas, Erin Dill Wyper of Atlanta, James 
Bradley Dill of New Orleans, Ryan Leslie Dill of New York, N.Y., Sonya DiCarlo 
of Homewood, Ala., Carlos Clesi of Metairie, and James Clesi of Metairie; nine 
great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James J. Dill and Emma Pitre Dill; and 
one sister, Rita Dill.

He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, U.S.S. Alabama. He was a member 
of the American Legion, V.F.W., a former president of the Krewe of Christopher 
and a former member of the Krewe of Houmas. He was retired from Union Oil of 
California.

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MAYET, ROBERT 

Robert Joseph Mayet, 59, a native and resident of Raceland, died Friday, June 
24, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of 
Raceland and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Hilary of Poitiers 
Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Karen Thomas Mayet; his mother, Jeanne Foret Mayet; 
two daughters, Christie Todd and Robin Mayet; and two grandchildren, Robert 
Joseph Mayet II and Sarah Michele Todd.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ray Mayet; one brother, David Anthony 
Mayet; and one sister, Marion Mayet.

Robert was the assistant manager of Winn-Dixie in Raceland and had worked there 
for 36 years. He was a member of the Lockport Carnival Club for 30 years and 
float captain for 20 years.

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

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SONGY, JOSEPHINE 

Josephine Ann Malbrough Songy, 93, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:15 
p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Gregory Barbarigo 
Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial 
in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.

She is survived by one son, Barry J. Songy Sr. and wife, Rosemary Pellegrin 
Songy; five grandchildren, Barry Songy Jr. and wife, Tammy Pizzolato Songy, 
Andrew J. Songy and wife, Jada Bertrand Songy, Eugene M. "Gene" Songy, Laura 
Songy Meyer and husband, Jay, and Stephanie Songy White and husband, Jody; seven 
great-grandchildren, Cullen Wade Songy, Kaitlyn Oeser, Andrew J. Songy Jr., 
Avery Quinn Songy, Olivia Guidry, Karoline Guidry and Jordan White; one sister, 
Malvina Songy; and one brother, Anthony "Tutty" Malbrough.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley R. Songy Sr.; her parents, 
Anthony Malbrough and Malvina Chauvin Malbrough; one son, Stanley R. Songy Jr.; 
and six sisters, Mary Ann Busch, Velma Myhan, Ismay Dicks, Nell Lenier, Helen 
Moore and Jeanette Songy.

She was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. "Mrs. Josie" was 
loved and enjoyed by all because of her wonderful personality and affection for 
all those around. She was a homemaker who devoted her life to her family and was 
active in all things related to her husband, children and grandchildren. She 
also enjoyed traveling with her sisters, sewing and cooking for her family.

The Songy family would like to offer sincere thanks to the many caregivers at 
The Homestead, Bayou Home Health Care and Amedisys Hospice.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ALLEMAND, CATHERINE 

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Catherine F. Allemand, 80, a native of Lockport and resident of Cut Off, died at 
5:42 a.m. Sunday, June 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 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 in the 
church cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Kim and Kevin Allemand; one stepdaughter, Betty 
Allemand; two sisters, Thelma Alario and husband, James, and Patsy Toups and 
husband, Donavan; 12 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Allemand; her parents, Leo Sr. 
and Mathilde Porche Foret; and one brother, Leo Foret Jr..

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

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BEGNAUD, CAMILLE 

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Our little angel, Camille Alyse Begnaud, left this earth to bring her joy to 
heaven at 4:20 p.m. Sunday, June 26, 2011.

The family requests that visitation be observed from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 
7 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Martin & Castille's Southside location. A 
rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Mass will be held at 
11 a.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Broussard, with 
interment in the church mausoleum. The Rev. Louis Richard, Pastor of Sacred 
Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, will be the celebrant of the funeral Mass and 
will conduct funeral services.

Camille is survived by her parents, Taylor and Angelle Begnaud; her godparents, 
John and Kami Horn, and Michael and Shelly Niette; her aunts and uncles, Cortney 
Begnaud, Keri Niette, and Clint and Christie Bascle; her grandparents, Rebecca 
Begnaud, Toby Begnaud and Julie Dubuisson, Butch and Claudette Bascle, and 
Michael and Susan Niette.

She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, C.M. "Buck" and Gloria 
Thornton, Theophile "Toby" and Laura Begnaud, Claude and Pearl Bergeron, and 
Jacob and Eula Niette.

Camille's light filled a multitude of hearts with her smile, laughter, and love. 
She was a beautiful, brilliant, and loving child who had a strong will and an 
enduring spirit. "Punkie" as she was affectionately called, loved Dora the 
Explorer, Baby Jaguar, guacamole, playing outside and wearing mommy's jewelry.

Pallbearers will be Clint Bascle, Cortney Begnaud, Jacques Doucet, John Horn, 
Michael Niette and Kirk Robichaux.

The family would like to recognize the exceptional medical care and compassion 
given by the staff of the Pediatric I.C.U. at Texas Children's Hospital.

Contributions in memory, of Camille Alyse Begnaud can be made to Texas 
Children's Hospital, Office of Development, Ste. 5214, P.O. Box 300630, Houston, 
TX 77230-0630.

Martin & Castille Funeral Home of Lafayette is in charge of arrangements.

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BILLIOT, JOSEPH 

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Joseph Warren Billiot, 78, a native of New Orleans, a resident of Marrero, and 
former resident of Abita Springs, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2011.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation from 6 to 
9 p.m. Wednesday and from 11 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at the Chapel of E.J. 
Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Funeral 
services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with interment to 
follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens.

He is the beloved father of Libby Ann Billiot, Wanda Ann Billiot, Mary Jane 
Billiot Perez and husband, Menton Verdin, Connie Marie Billiot, Carla Billiot, 
and David Warren Billiot and wife, Karen Ann; grandfather to Monica, Noel, 
Christal, Michelle, Kory, PJ, Lessie, Kelly, Lahkyn, Chad Michael, Dominic and 
Christina; brother of Alex Billiot, Nolan J. Billiot and Diane Marie B. Smith; 
his companion, Margie Isaac; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-
grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace Mae Bordelon Billiot; one son, Carl 
Joseph Billiot; his mother, Libby Mae Soule Billiot; his father, Alexander E. 
Billiot; and three brothers, Julius R. Billiot, Vincent Billiot and Ernest 
Billiot.

He was a tribal member of the United Houma Nation.

E.J. Fielding Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BRUCE, DYLAN 

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Dylan Michael Bruce, 19, a native and resident of Galliano, died Saturday, June 
25, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Samart-Mothe Funeral 
Home of Cut Off. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Rosary Catholic 
Church in Larose, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his father, Chippy Bruce; his mother Heather Duet and 
stepfather, Hud J. Lee; his great-great-grandmother, Angelle Duet; his great-
grandparents, Norris and Earline Sanamo Eymard, Audrey Richoux and Aubry 
Richard, Elma St. Pierre and Gilbert Duet Jr.; his grandparents, Robert and 
Carmen Eymard Bruce, John and Becky Richoux Lee, Charlotte Lee and Lonnie 
Rivers; one sister, Harley Lee; five brothers, Kaleb, Gage, Caden, and Koby 
Bruce, and Brannon Lee; his aunts and uncles, Nick and Matt Lee, Chuckie Duet, 
Tina and Tony Leger, Jolie Duet, and Holly and Carl Foreman; his best friend, 
Jesse Adams; and numerous friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his great grandparents, August and Pearline Guidry 
Bruce, Fred Richoux and Diana Ledet Duet; and his grandfather, Ferrell J. Duet.

He loved hanging out with friends, shopping, going to concerts, hunting and 
fishing.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrrangements.

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GUIDROZ, CATHERINE 

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Catherine "Kitty" Mary Guidroz, 69, a native of Raceland and resident of Houma, 
died at 11:40 a.m. Sunday, June 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 
a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial at Rogers Cemetery in Houma.

She is survived by one son, Ronnie Pitre and companion, Olinda Gros; two 
daughters, Donna Pitre and husband, Milton Jr. "Petey", and Julie Pitre and 
companion, Troy Picou; one brother, Artie Guidroz; one sister, Peggy Fonseca; 
seven grandchildren, Coty and Chris Pitre, Joshua and Tori Comeaux, Jamie, Nick, 
and Justin Prestenbach; two great-grandchildren, Alyce and Cullen Pitre; three 
nieces, Heather F. Domangue, Lacey G. Pitts and Lisa G. Byrd; and two nephews, 
Ray Jr. and Brian Fonseca.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Guidroz Jr. and Bernice 
Bourgeois Dufrene; and two sons, Jamie and Todd Pitre.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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JONES, DWAYNE 

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Dwayne "Humpty" Jones, 50, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, June 
26, 2011.

Funeral services were held at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel, with burial at 
Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray.

He is survived by his mother, Dolores "Miss Dee" Guidry and stepfather, Sidney 
P. Boudreaux Jr.; one brother, Michael "Mike" Jones and wife, Monica; four 
sisters, Sandra "Sam" Lirette and companion, Chad Sampey, Susan Cortez and 
husband, Brett, Donna Friloux and husband, John, and Laura Arceneaux and 
husband, Corey; his former wife, Sharon Moss; his godchild, Brett "Junebug" 
Cortez; his nieces and nephews, Nikki, Rikki, and Demi Cortez, Lacey and Kristi 
Jones, Hali and Blaine Lirette, Breanne Percle, Jordan, Justin, and Jacob 
Friloux, Ethan, Taylor, and Cierra Arceneaux, and Adly, Cora Jane, and John Paul 
Braud; his great niece, Coraline Cortez; his aunts, Joyce Jones and Wanda 
Lasseigne; his cousins, Roy Dean Jones and Cassandra Adams; and his grandmother, 
Verna Melancon.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Sam Jones; his grandparents, 
L.C. Jones and Edna Jones, and Fernand Melancon Sr.; his godfather, Chester 
Braud; and three uncles, James Jones, Billy Jones and Fernand Melancon Jr.

In lieu of flowers, donations for funeral expenses are preferred.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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KNIGHT, JESSIE RUEL 

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Jessie Ruel Knight, 80, a native of Zwolle and resident of Schriever, died at 
12:52 p.m. Sunday, June 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Debra Wilson Knight; one daughter, Honey K. Mire and 
husband, Jimmy; two sons, Lynn and John Knight; four stepsons, Glenn Wilson, 
Adam Gregoire, and Dennis and Dusty Vaughn; two sisters, Carrie LeBlanc and 
Robbie Coker; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jessie Williams Knight; his mother, Edna 
Lucy Fergerson Knight; two brothers, Louis Martinez and Maurice Knight; and one 
sister, Cathrine Rivers.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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MORRELL, VICTOR 

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Victor Morrell, 73, a native and resident of Schriever, died at 7 a.m. Sunday, 
June 26, 2011.

Funeral services will be held at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious services were 
held June 29 at Thibodaux Family Church, with burial in Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Angel Morrell; two sons, Carey Morrell and wife, 
Angelica, and Victor Morrell and wife, Linda; two daughters, Katherine Weimer 
and husband, Philip, and Cynthia Morrell; seven grandchildren, Brittany, Blake, 
and Kristen Weimer, Jordan Morrell, Dayton and Dylan Dove, and Lauren Butler; 
and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Louise Morrell; and two 
brothers, Louis Anthony Morrell Jr. and Brigadere Gen. Jimmy Morrell.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to defer funeral expenses.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ROBLING, GARY 

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Gary Robling, 69, a native of Indiana and resident of Houma, died Sunday, June 
26, 2011.

No services are scheduled.

He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Burnett Robling; four sons, Kenneth 
Robling, David Robling, Kevin Robling and Cody Robling; one sister, Ruth 
Robling; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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SCHEXNAYDER, ARNOLD, SR.

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Arnold Joseph Schexnayder Sr., 76, a native and resident of Vacherie, died 
Sunday, June 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 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 in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Laura Lee Waguespack Schexnayder; one 
son, Arnold Schexnayder Jr. and wife, Karen of Baton Rouge; three daughters, 
Marcia S. Waguespack and husband, Brian, Andrea S. Cazenave and husband, Daryl, 
of Vacherie and Yvonne S. Cortez and husband, Tulsa, of Kraemer; three brothers, 
Claude Schexnayder Jr. and wife, Joyce, Gerald Schexnayder and wife, Janell, and 
Godfred Schexnayder and wife, Cathy; one sister-in-law, Carolyn H. Schexnayder; 
eight grandchildren, Kelsey and Ben Schexnayder, Dana W. St. Pierre and husband, 
Matt, John Waguespack, Kandis and Connor Cazenave, and Colin and Caleb Cortez; 
and one great-granddaughter, Kaylee St. Pierre.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude J. Schexnayder Sr. and Simone 
Webre Schexnayder; one brother, Arthur Schexnayder; one sister, Joyce S. Steib; 
and three infant grandsons.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SMITH, JAMES 

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James Cecil Smith, 77, a native of Anadarko, Okla. and resident of Houma, died 
at 8 a.m. Friday, June 24, 2011.

A private memorial service is being held by the family of James Smith.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sheila McCoy Smith of Houma; three 
daughters, Gwen Smith Apanowicz and husband, Gerald V. Apanowicz of Katy, Texas, 
Amilie Smith Belanger and husband, LeRoy J. Belanger Jr., of Houma and Mary Kay 
Smith Naquin and husband, Larry, of Houma; and five grandchildren, Timothy 
Joseph Belanger, Michelle Ann Ledet, Lindsey Leigh Apanowicz, Ethan Michael 
Belanger and Joel Anthony Belanger.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Kirby Smith Sr. and Edna 
Gertrude Smith; one brother, Kenneth Smith; and one sister, Katherine Smith 
Williams.

He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. His caregiver 
to the end was his granddaughter, Michelle Ann Ledet, whom he loved dearly. 
Cecil was a retired oilfield superintendent. He worked for Chevron Oil Company, 
as well as Livingston and Pool. He later owned Dove Consulting Company. He loved 
his family and his Lord foremost. He enjoyed watching sports and western movies 
on t.v. A private memorial service will be held for the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or The 
Leukemia Society.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BRITTON, ERNEST, JR.

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Ernest Jackson Britton Jr., 83, a native of Crowville and resident of Houma, 
died Monday, June 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral 
Home. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 
with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by his wife, Gayle Marie Britton of Houma; two sons, Ernest "Jim" 
Britton and wife, Ketti, of Bourg and Shane Matherne and wife, Elene, of 
Chauvin; two daughters, Pat Britton O'Neal and husband, Doug, of Hooks, Texas 
and Pamela Matherne Guidry and husband, Darrin Sr., of Houma; three sisters, 
Odessa Britton Dolan and husband, Robert, of Bastrop, Mildred Britton Wall of 
Lake Providence and Betty Britton Bailey and husband, Wilson of Patterson; nine 
grandchildren, Scott D. O'Neal, Jonathan B. O'Neal, Brooke L. DeRoche, Darin 
"D.J." Guidry, Shawn Matherne, Eddie Richard, Ryan LeBlanc, Greg LeBlanc and 
Chad Britton; 20 great-grandchildren, Haley O'Neal, Corey Tucker, Sarah S. 
Whitehead, Hannah Spradlin, Anna M. DeRoche, Harleigh O'Neal, Karmen Richard, 
Kirra Richard, Jaden Richard, Heather Neal, Tre' Britton, Jenna LeBlanc, Kaleb 
LeBlanc, Luke LeBlanc, Craig Spiers, Ravyn Spiers, Anjelica Spiers, Lakin 
Britton, Caleb Britton and Hanna Britton; and six great-great-grandchildren, 
Tyler Guidry, Tayden, McKensie, Kaylor Whitehead, Brylan Robison and Gayle Marie 
Britton Theriot of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Jackson Britton and Edna Sue 
Britton; one brother, Leon Britton; and three grandchildren, Tammy Britton 
Devine, Christie O'Neal Robnett and Derick LeBlanc.

He was a parishioner of Grand Caillou Baptist Church and a member of Franks 
Casing Crew. He was an avid sportsman who loved all forms of sports. He loved 
his family and was a dedicated member of Grand Caillou Baptist Church. He never 
met a stranger and he was loved by all who knew him.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DUPLANTIS, DEREL 

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Derel Baker Charles Duplantis, 45, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, 
died Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 18 at St. Luke Baptist Church, with burial in 
St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 1.

He is survived by three daughters, Danielle Morris, Sydney Duplantis and Shaylyn 
Duplantis; his parents, Camille Duplantis III and Marion Haines Duplantis; two 
grandchildren, Kennedie Martinez and Ashton Morris; two brothers, Brenden 
Duplantis and wife, Terri, and Joel Duplantis and wife, Lisa; one sister, 
Michelle Collins and husband, John; three nephews, Aaron, Seth, and Quinn; three 
nieces, Stephanie, Annelise and Alayna; two great nephews, Chase and Braylen; 
and one great niece, Allie.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Duplantis.

He was a member of St. Luke Baptist Church, owner of Duplantis Roofing, a member 
of Krewe of Hercules and an organ donor.

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FISHER, MAX, SR.

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Max Edward Fisher Sr., 69, a native of Dundalk, Md. and a resident of Bayou 
Blue, died Saturday, June 25, 2011.

Services will be held at a later date.

He is survived by his companion, Mary Duet; two sons, Max Fisher Jr. and wife, 
Elizabeth, and Gerald Fisher; three stepsons, Warren Jr. and Robert Sampay, and 
James Turnbaugh; six stepdaughters, Ruby Sampay, Nancy LeBouef, Vickie Domangue, 
June Sampay, Tammy Eller Turnbaugh and Karen Bergen Kessler; two granddaughters; 
one grandson; one brother, William Fisher; and 12 step-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Donna Lee Matney Fisher; his second 
wife, Sherry Porche' Sampay Fisher; his parents, Louis and Clara Willis Fisher; 
one stepson, Brian Sampay; and one brother, Charles Fisher.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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VOISIN, WILSON, SR. 

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Wilson Paul Voisin Sr., 88, a native and resident of Theriot, died peacefully at 
7:55 p.m. Monday, June 27, 2011, surrounded by his loving family.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Eloi Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the church, with interment 
in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Annie Laura Voisin; four children, Mary 
Linda Martinez and husband, Jesse, Maxine Theriot and husband, Roland, Wilson 
Voisin Jr. and wife, Charlotte, and Jo Ann Hidding; 12 grandchildren, Kelly 
Larson, Mark Martinez, Rhonda Robertson, Denice Arceneaux, Jason Theriot, Tonia 
Guidry, Toby Voisin, Jennie Ancar, Chantelle Lovell, Elizabeth Lirette, Gene 
Hidding Jr. and Angela Hidding; 25 great-grandchildren, Lindsay Dugas, Allie 
Breaux, Brett Robertson, Eve Robertson, Neal Eschete, Lee Arceneaux Jr., Brad 
Arceneaux, Brian Arceneaux, Kylie Theriot, Emily Theriot, Samantha Theriot, Tori 
Guidry, Katelyn Guidry, Whitney Voisin, Emily Voisin, Jacob Voisin, Malcolm 
LaCoste III, Rachel Ancar, Torri Ancar, Brooke Lovell, Bree Lovell, Darrin 
Lirette Jr., Mitchell Lirette, Bailey Lirette and Coen Hidding; and six great-
great-grandchildren, Blythe Hebert, Ryleigh Hebert, Julian Eschete, Ava Eschete, 
Aidan Arceneaux and Gabe Ledet.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonce Voisin Jr. and Pauline LeBouef 
Voisin; and his siblings, Albert, Calvin, Eustis, Irvin, Julius, and Norris 
Voisin, Mable Champagne, Vivian LaCoste and Eva Voisin.

He was a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church. He was a member of one of the 
Pioneer families of Terrebonne Parish. His ancestor Jean Voisin came to 
Louisiana from France in the early 1780's. He was the sixth generation in the 
oyster business, a legacy he passed on to his children and grandchildren. He was 
a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be sadly missed by family and 
friends.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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HUEN, IVAMAY 

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Ivamay Huen, 81, a native of Iowa and resident of Houma, died Monday, June 27, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time today at Farber and Otteman 
Funeral Home in Sac City, Iowa. Religious services will be held at 10:30 a.m. 
today at the funeral home, with burial at Oakland Cemetery in Sac City, Iowa.

She is survived by her children, Gary Huen of Kansas, Frances Perritt and 
husband, Coleman, of Houma, Robert Huen of Houma, Dorothy Caples of Missouri, 
Michael Huen and wife, Amy, of Houma and Donna Gibson of Houma; 13 
grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Emmett Huen; her parents, Mayberry and 
Ann Waddell; and two sons, Dennis and Rodney Huen.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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LEE, KYE 

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Kye Andrew-James Lee, 9 months, a resident of Golden Meadow, died Tuesday, June 
28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. 
Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday at Holy Savior Cemetery in 
Lockport.

He is survived by his mother, Jammie Lee; and one sister, Tyeisha Rainey.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Minola "Sis" Griffin and James 
Lee; one brother, twin brother, Taj Michael Lee; and one sister, Keisha Michelle 
Rainey.

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

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MATTHEWS, MERCEDES 

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Mercedes "Bright" Strovet Matthews, 94, a native of Houma and resident of 
Terrebonne Parish, died Thursday, June 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday at Community Funeral Home. Funeral 
services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church.

She is survived by one daughter, Margaret Harris; one sister, Eartha Strovet of 
Houma; two grandchildren, Mark Harris of Los Angeles and LaTonya Robinson of 
Houma; one great-granddaughter, Maya Robinson; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis "Shunk" Matthews; her parents, 
John and Maggie Howard Strovet; one son, Louis Matthews Jr.; one daughter, Rose 
Mary Matthews; one brother, Cleveland Williams; and one sister, Beatrice Strovet 
Jackson.

She was a member of New Rising Sun Baptist Church.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PATTERSON, BRANDON 

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Brandon M. "Big B" Patterson, 22, a native and resident of Labadieville, died 
Tuesday, June 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home 
in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Bright Morning Star 
Baptist Church in Napoleonville. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. 
Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Kitica P. and Christopher Starks of 
Labadieville; his father, Robert Slack Jr.; one sister, Nyler Patterson; five 
stepsisters; one stepbrother; his maternal grandparents, Robert and Joyce 
Patterson of Labadieville; his paternal grandparents, Robert and Geneva Slack of 
Thibodaux; and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Etienne and Cora Lee 
Patterson, and Elvie and Mavor Simon.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of 
arrangements.

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PUGH, BERTA 

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Berta Herring Pugh, 80, a native of Dewey, Okla. and resident of Houma, died at 
4:10 a.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church. A 
memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. today at the church.

She is survived by one son, Joel Pugh and wife, Sally; two daughters, Lori Pugh 
LeBoeuf and Anita Kay Harris Jones; one sister, Billy Jo Lemmonds; 10 
grandchildren, Stacey Jones Burland, Donald "Shawn" Pyfer, Cody Pugh, Kristopher 
Pugh, Shawndy Darcey, Courtney LeBoeuf Kebodeaux, Cameron Darcey, Heidi LeBoeuf, 
Cha'e Pugh and Terry LeBoeuf III; and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil L. Pugh; her parents, Joseph 
and Ruth Pennybaker Herring; one son, David L. Pugh; one daughter, Karen Pugh 
Pyfer Maire; two sisters, Dorthabelle Harris and Doris Church; and one 
grandchild, Madalyne Pugh.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 30 to July 1, 2011

WHEELER, CLINE, JR.

Cline Wheeler Jr., 44, a native of Monroe and resident of Houma and Jonesboro, 
Ga., died at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 12, 2011, at Southern Regional in Georgia of a 
massive heart attack.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. July 10 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in 
West Monroe. For more information contact Susie Wheeler Moran.

He is survived by five sisters; and four children, Gaige, Tye, Katie, and 
Nicholas.

In lieu of flowers, donations for funeral expenses are requested.

Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from June 30 to July 1, 2011

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