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

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Last Modified: 1 Sep 2011

Source: As Published ON-LINE from Houma Today (Terrebonne Parish) & The Daily 
Comet (Lafourche Parish)

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

ARCENEAUX, WALTER 

Walter Paul Arceneaux, 72, a native of Houma and resident of Gibson, died at 
6:35 a.m. Friday, July 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Mass will 
be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, 
with interment in Bayou Black Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Veronica "Teetsie" Breaux Arcneaux; two 
sisters, Jane Roberts, and Opal Marcel and husband, Maurice; sisters and 
brother-in-law, Linda Arceneaux, Melinda "Peanut" Snyder, and Cynthia Davis and 
husband, Nelson; four godchildren, Bobbie Sue Foret, Marlon "Boy Blue" Domangue, 
Joshua Landry and Shane Snyder; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Joseph Arceneaux and Bessie 
Hebert Arceneaux; and one brother, Alvin Arceneaux.

He was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Ol' Walt loved 
fishing and drinking with his buddies and family. He retired from Anderson 
Supply after 38 years of employment.

The Arceneaux family would like to thank STAT Home Health and St. Joseph's 
Hospice for the care they have given during his final months. Thank you to Dr. 
Gupta, Reliance Renal, DSI and Family Doctor Clinic. A special thanks to his 
caregiver "Brown Sugar".

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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

BALLOWE, BLANCHE 

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Blanche Clause Ballowe, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 30, 2011, 
at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her family.

The family requests visitation be observed from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Friday at Martin & Castille's downtown Lafayette location. 
A Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Mass will be 
held at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Lafayette, with 
interment in Calvary Mausoleum. The Rev. Michael Russo, Pastor of Our Lady of 
Fatima Catholic Church in Lafayette will be the celebrant of the Funeral Mass 
and will conduct the funeral services.

She is survived by her children, Mike Ballowe, Cassie Townsend and husband, 
Bill, Blanche Hefner and husband, Danny, and C.J. Ballowe; her grandchildren, 
Holly Beth Breyer, Jonathan, Kimberly and D.J. Hefner, Carmelita, Elliott, and 
Nadia Townsend; her sister, Elma Oncale; her brother, Alvin Clause; her sister-
in-law, Virgie Clause; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clarence "Buddy" Ballowe; her 
parents, Clema Joseph and Aline Boudreaux Clause; and four siblings Lenett, 
Edward, Harry, and Henry Clause.

Blanche Clause Ballowe was born on March 4, 1920 in rural Lafourche Parish, 
Labadieville. She was the fourth child born to Clema and Aline Boudreaux Clause. 
Blanche was born and raised in the farm house where her "best dad in the world" 
raised sugarcane. After leaving home at 17, Blanche entered Charity School of 
Nursing, ultimately studying anesthesia. While a nurse at Touro Infirmary, 
Blanche met the love of her life, Clarence "Buddy" Ballowe. They were married 
in June of 1949.

Blanche worked at the hospital in Newellton, La. When a position became 
available at St. Francis Hospital in Monroe, Blanche accepted, thus continuing 
her 40 plus year career in anesthesia with the Franciscan Hospital system. 
After four years at St. Francis, the family moved to Lafayette where Blanche 
worked at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital until retiring in 1982. Blanche was the 
very first Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist at Our Lady of Lourdes 
Regional Medical Center in Lafayette. She made many lasting friendships while 
working as a anesthetist. However, first in her life were her husband, four 
children and eventually seven grandchildren.

Blanche had a great love for her Catholic faith and a deep devotion to the 
Blessed Virgin Mary. After retirement, she faithfully attended daily Mass at 
Our Lady of Fatima. Each morning, for 24 years, she would open the church at 4 
a.m. to lead a 15 decade Rosary, then assume her sacristan duties. In 1992, 
Blanche received the Bishop's Service Award for her many years of caring 
service at church and at the hospital. The legacy she leaves behind is one of 
faith, service and a deep love for our Lord through His Son, Jesus Christ and 
His Blessed Mother. Through service to her family, community and church, she 
lived out this faith and love.

Pallbearers will be Joseph Ballowe, C.J. Ballowe, Danny Hefner, Jonathan 
Hefner, D.J. Hefner, Darrell Doiron and Bill Townsend.

Arrangements are held by Martin & Castille-Downtown-330 St. Landry St., 
Lafayette, LA 70506, 337-234-2311.

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

BOQUET, PATRICIA 

Patricia "Pat" Boquet, 78, a native of Milford, Conn. formerly of Thibodaux, 
devoted wife, of Albert "Bert" Boquet, died on Thursday, July 28, 2011.

The Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home of Milford, Conn. is handling arrangements and 
interment will be private.

She is survived by two children, Albert "Bert" J. Boquet of Ormond Beach, Fla. 
and Elizabeth "Beth" Boquet of Milford, Conn.; her sister, Sarah "Sally" 
Binnings; four grandchildren, Jessica Boquet-Heidenreich, Joseph Boquet, Andrea 
Boquet and Joshua Boquet, all of Ormond Beach, Fla.; one great-grandson, Elijah 
Heidenreich of Ormond Beach, Fla.; her son-in-law, Daniel Bedeker of Milford, 
Conn.; and sister-in-law, Joan Hoffmann of Thibodaux.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Bessie Foret Hoffmann; and 
three siblings, Elizabeth "Betty" Bowie, Andrew "Andy" Hoffmann and Edward 
"Bill" Hoffmann.

Pat was born in Thibodaux on March 26, 1933. She worked as a secretary for many 
years at her family business, The Hoffmann-Sims Insurance Agency. She was well-
known for her kind heart, her warm laugh, and her peanut butter fudge. She was a 
loving mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association 
in Mrs. Boquet's memory.

The Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home of Milford, Conn. is handling arrangements.

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

GROS, KATHY 

Kathy Clause Gros, 47, a native and resident of Labadieville, died Friday, July 
29, 2011.

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

She is survived by her father, Alvin Clause; two sisters, Beth Lovell and Kim 
Granier; four nephews and one niece; and her companion, David Gaudet.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Kathleen Duet Clause; and her 
grandparents, Clema Clause and Aline Boudreaux Clause, and Godfrey Duet and 
Odette Barrios Duet.

She was employed by L.A.R.C. as a caregiver.

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

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

JOHNSON, MATTHEW, JR.

Matthew Johnson Jr., 81, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, 
July 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at West Thibodaux 
Bypass Church of Christ in Thibodaux. Religious services will be held at 11 
a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial at St. Peter's Baptist Church Cemetery 
in Thibodaux.

He is survived by four daughters, Helen Terry and husband, James, Kathy 
Johnson, Jacqueline Johnson, and Josephine Edmond and husband, Raymond, all of 
Thibodaux; one brother, Norman Johnson of Thibodaux; one sister-in-law, Essie 
Mae Frank of Virginia; one brother-in-law, John Lestrick of California; and 12 
grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Johnson; his parents, Matthew Sr. 
and Onita Johnson; one daughter, Rita Ellis; four brothers, Roland Johnson, 
Paul Johnson, James Johnson and Edward Queen; and four sisters, Rose Marie 
Joseph, Ethel Johnson, Annie Johnson and Audry Johnson.

He was a member of Church of Christ.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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

MARONGE, DOROTHY 

Dorothy "Miss Dot" F. Maronge, 78, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of 
Raceland, died at 1:20 p.m. Saturday, July 30, 2011.

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

She is survived by her father, Agney P. Folse; one son, Evest Maronge and wife, 
Rachel D. Maronge; four daughters, Ramona Guidry, Rebecca Maronge, Rosalie 
Rogers and husband, Craig, and Rachel M. Quick; one sister, Dolores F. Davis; 
and 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clement J. Maronge; her mother, 
Gertrude Arabie Folse; and son-in-law, Michael S. Guidry Sr.

She was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church.

The family would like to thank Journey Hospice and Thibodaux Home Health.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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

TASTET, AURELIE 

Aurelie Adam "Granny" Tastet, 80, a native of Luling and resident of Raceland, 
died at 2:01 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Hilary Catholic 
Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Russell Tastet and wife, Margo, and David Tastet 
and wife, Abbey; and four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Viola Adam.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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

VERDIN, MARIE 

Marie Pierre Verdin, 67, a native and resident of Houma, died at 12:41 p.m. 
Thursday, July 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma and 
from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at New Hope World Outreach. Religious 
services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in Grace Christian Memorial Gardens.

She is survived by her devoted companion, Adam Bourg; three sons, Paul Henry 
Verdin Jr., Joseph Delbert Verdin and James Reginald Verdin; two daughters, 
Rebecca Ann Verdin and Rachel Alanna Verdin Chaisson; four brothers, Ronald 
"Noonie" Pierre, Adam "T-June" Pierre, Larry Trahan and Ernest Dion; four 
sisters, Mary Alice Dean, Geraldine Parfait, Shirley Berry and Christine Trahan 
Billiot; and 21 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marie Alice Dion and Adam Joseph 
Pierre; two daughters, Cheryl Pierre and Martha Shantel Verdin; one brother, T-
Boy Pierre; and one sister, Hazel "T-Haze" Pierre Guidry.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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

WILLIAMS, HELEN 

Helen "Lady" M. Williams, 86, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, 
July 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church. 
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetary.

She is survived by her husband, Lawyer Willaims Sr.; six sons, Arthur Bishop and 
wife, Rose, Leonard, Raymond Scott and wife, Loretta, Lawyer Jr., Melvin and 
wife, Melinda, and Michael Williams and wife, Paula; seven daughters, Anna 
Franklin and husband, Daniel, Patricia Lawson, Enola Westley and husband, 
Edward, Duann McKenzie and husband, Jesse, Bertha Lawson and husband, Sherman, 
Laura Coleman and husband, Kevin, and Karen Williams; two brothers, Berwick and 
Welton Madison; three sisters, Amanda Carter, Gladys Madison and Susie Felder; 
and 43 grandchildren, 76 great-grandchildren, 50 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and Frank Madison, Sr.; 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Scott, Sr.; six brothers, Charlie Moses; 
Jack; Frank Jr.; Roosevelt, Jessie and David Madison; and two sisters, Ella 
Parker and Mary Robertson.

She was a member of New Rising Sun Baptist Church and a retired cook and a 
homemaker.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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

BONVILLAIN, DUDLEY, JR.

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Dudley Anthony Bonvillain Jr., 55, a native of Houma and resident of Houma, 
died Sunday, July 31, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 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.

He is survived by two sons, Dudley "T-Dud" Bonvillain III and Bruce "Neg" 
Bonvillain and companion, Labreeska "Breezie" Dean; two brothers, Wayde P. 
Bonvillain and James A. Chaisson Sr.; his mother, Alta Marie Price Bergeron; 
and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dudley Anthony Bonvillain Sr.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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

CANTRELLE, NATALIE 

Natalie Mae Cantrelle, infant, a resident of Larose, was born June 22, 2011 and 
died Thursday, July 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 26 at Christian Fellowship, with burial at 
First Baptist Cemetery in Larose.

She is survived by her parents, Hannah Eymard and Jude Cantrelle Jr.; one 
sister, Riley Eymard; her grandparents, Dawn and Todd Eymard, and Trish 
Cantrelle and Jude Cantrelle Sr.; and many aunts and uncles.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to offset funeral expenses.

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

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

HARTMAN, KENNETH, SR.

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Kenneth Hartman Sr., 59, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, July 
27, 2011 in Houston.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Mark Church in 
Schriever. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, 
with burial at Woodlawn Cemetery in Houma.

He is survived by two sons, Kenneth Hartman Jr. of Houma and Devin Hartman of 
Baton Rouge; three brothers, Ernest Hartman and wife, Hazel, Grayling Hartman, 
and James Hartman and wife, Georgette, all of Houma; four sisters, Bernadine 
Carter, Aletha Coleman, Elizabeth Hartman and Laverne Hartman-Short, all of 
Houma; one grandchild; and a longtime friend.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Beatrice and Earl Harman Sr.; one 
brother, Earl Hartman Jr.; one sister, Paulette Hartman; and his grandparents, 
Elizabeth Nevers and Taylor Lagarde.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 3 to August 4, 2011

CENAC, CHARLES, SR.

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Charles Joseph Cenac Sr., a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, 
died at 7:38 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Annunziata Catholic 
Church. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Ann Cenac of Houma; two sons, Charles Cenac 
Jr. and wife, Karen, of Houma and Jody Cenac of Houma; and one grandson, Jacob 
Julius Cenac.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred "Tenner" and Virgie Cenac; and 
one brother, Alfred "Al" Cenac.

He was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church and a member of the V.F.W. 
He was a tug boat captain for most of his life. He was also a U.S. Navy 
veteran. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, and spending time with his family. He 
was the King of Krewe of Terreanians in 1968. His favorite passtime was 
spending time at Bayou LaCarp with his grandson and family.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society would be preferred.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 3 to August 4, 2011

DOMANGUE, RAY, SR.

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Ray Paul Domangue Sr., 70, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, 
died Sunday, July 31, 2011.

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

He is survived by his wife, Jennie C. Domangue; one son, Ray Paul Jr. and wife, 
Laura; two daughters, Tammy and husband, Al Boudreaux, and Sandy and husband, 
Rory Sons; three stepdaughters, Jessica Fanguy, Robin and husband, Richard 
Sasser, and Kim Vauclin; his first wife, Ruth Smith; three brothers, Druis 
Domangue, Aaron Domangue and twin brother, Raymond Domangue; one sister, Mazie 
Boudreaux; and 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Vanis Anthony Domangue and Gertrude 
Deroche Domangue; and one sister, Shirley Domangue Felio.

He was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church. Ray was a very kind, caring 
and generous person. He was full of life and besides loving his family he loved 
Elvis and his LSU tigers.

The family would like to thank Dr. Dickie Haydel and all the family and friends 
who helped with his care.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 3 to August 4, 2011

GAIDRY, LILLIE 

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Lillie Lea McKnight Gaidry, 103, a native of Campti and resident of Houma, died 
Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to funeral time today at Holy Rosary Catholic 
Church in Houma. Mass will be held at 3 p.m. today at the church, with burial 
at Magnolia Cemetery in Houma.

She is survived by one son, Wilson Gaidry III and wife, Wanda; five 
grandchildren, Natalie Gaidry DeAngelis, Roberta Gaidry, Laura Bell, Mary 
Gaidry and Rebecca Falgout; and five great-grandchildren, Douglas, Miranda, and 
Ruth Ann Pecot, Trevor Billings and Brooke Sanford.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilson Joseph Gaidry Jr.; her 
parents, William Lafitte McKnight and Lillian Cloutier McKnight; and two 
brothers, James Hart McKnight Sr. and Wilber Lee McKnight.

She graduated from Campti High School in 1924 and Northwestern College in 1927. 
She then moved to Houma and taught at Houma Elementary School in 1927 and was 
the principal at Daigleville School from 1932-1939. She was a member of Delta 
Kappa Gamma Terrebonne Garden Club and Holy Rosary Church.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 3 to August 4, 2011

LIRETTE, REGINALD, JR. 

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Reginald "Reggie" A. Lirette Jr., 72, a native of Houma, passed away peacefully 
on Monday, Aug. 1, 2011, with his loving family by his side.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church on Bayou Black. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with interment at Magnolia 
Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Cindy Lirette; one son, Keith Lirette and wife, 
Andrea of Houma; one stepson, Justin Clements and wife, Kendra of Houma; three 
daughters, Mollie Sue Borne and husband, Ben, of Houma, Pamela L. Gyan and 
husband, Joe, of Gonzales, and Lyndel Dryden-Ordoyne and husband, Jonathan, of 
Prairieville; 12 grandchildren, Brian A. Dryden Jr., Sarah Borne Simon, Rebecca 
Borne Alcala, Claire Borne, Jonathan Borne, Penny Gyan, Emily Gyan, Allyson 
Cobb, Connor Clements, Meagan Clements, Wyatt Clements and Austin Clements; one 
great-grandson, Holden Dryden; his father, Reginald "Reggie" A. Lirette Sr.; 
and one sister, Consuello "Tina" Elfert.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Marjorie Mae Schexnaildre Lirette; and 
one brother, Keith Joseph Lirette.

Reggie was born Sept. 10, 1938. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather 
and friend. He was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church where 
he was a lector and an extra-ordinary minister of the eucharist and a Knights 
of Columbus Council member. He was a member of the American Society of Safety 
Engineers, a Certified Safety Professional, Kappa Alpha Fraternity, LSU Tiger 
Athletic Foundation, and a former member of the Krewe of Houmas. He loved 
spending time with his family and many friends. He was an avid hunter and 
fisherman and a devoted fan of the LSU Tiger football and baseball teams. 
Reggie worked as a safety engineer and consultant for many years, working for 
Chromalloy Natural Resources, Delta Services and HWC. He opened Safety and 
Training Consultants, LLC in 1993 until he sold the company in 2003 and retired 
in 2006.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial contributions to 
the American Cancer Society or CaringBridge.com/Reggie Lirette Tributes.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 3 to August 4, 2011

MEAUX, BETTY 

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Betty Welch Meaux, 80, a native of Sabine Pass, Texas and resident of 
Destrehan, died Wednesday, July 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral 
Home in Lockport. A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the 
funeral home, with burial at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport.

She is survived by one son, Timothy Neil Meaux and wife, Jane; three 
grandchildren, Chad Matherne and wife, Nicole, Ryan Meaux and wife, Angie, and 
Allison Matherne Trahan and husband, Jared; and four great-grandchildren, 
Alexandra and Ava Trahan, and Lila Grace and Adalyn Rose Meaux.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Joseph "Buddy" Meaux; her 
parents, George and Sarah Jones Welch; one son, Micheal Keith Meaux; one 
daughter, Charlotte Elaine Matherne; and three brothers, George Earl Welch, 
Gordon Welch and Eric Welch.

She was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 3 to August 4, 2011

MITCHELL, JAMES 

James Floyd Mitchell, 67, of Meridian, died Sunday, July 31, 2011 at Rush 
Foundation Hospital.

Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to service time today at Robert Barham Family 
Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be held at 3 p.m. today at the funeral home, 
with Chaplain Allan Ford officiating.

He is survived by his wife, Sherlie Henry Mitchell of Meridian; his children, 
Teresa Horton, Julie Gardner, Deana Schutte, Jana Mitchell and Taushlyn 
Higgins; two stepsons, David and Chad Chaisson; 17 grandchildren and six great-
grandchildren; one sister, Elaine Eschete; and two brothers, Ocie and Jerry 
Mitchell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sybil Marie and Ocie Lee Mitchell; one 
son, Douglas Wayne Mitchell; one brother, Wayne Mitchell; one granddaughter, 
Brianna Nettles; and one great-grandson, Logan Scott Gardner.

He was a retired Senior Chief from the U.S. Navy and a veteran of the Vietnam 
War where he served three tours.

Robert Barham Family Funeral Home of Meridian, Miss. is in charge of 
arrangements.

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

SMITH, ELLIOTT, SR.

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Elliott Spencer Smith Sr., 86, died at 2:55 p.m. Sunday, July 31, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. 
Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park.

He is survived by his children, Elliott S. Smith Jr. and wife, Sandy, of 
Lafayette, Wayne C. Smith and wife, Shela, of Houma, Keith B. Smith of Houma, 
Gary M. Smith and wife, Debora, of Houma, Linda S. Smith and husband, Leighton, 
of Kenner, Arlene S. Kelley and husband, Vories, of Plaquemine and Leah S. Owen 
and husband, Richard "Dicky", of Houma; 14 grandchildren, Dana Andrus of 
Kenner, Laura Clouate of St. Rose, Kelly Brewer of Houma, Shawn Smith of Houma, 
Eric Kelley of Plaquemine, Christy McPhate of Baton Rouge, Jason Scheffersten 
of Rockwell, Texas, Erin Verret of Thibodaux, Richard Owen III of Houma, Karen 
Owen of Houma, Gary Smith Jr. of Thibodaux, Cody Smith of Houma and Candice 
Parsons of Houma; five step-grandchildren, Scott McDaniel of Nashville, Tenn., 
Virginia Summers of St. Louis, Ronnie Kelley, Stephanie Landry and Melissa 
Porche; and 16 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Mae Crochet; his parents, 
Nathaniel Smith and Leah Carline Smith; six brothers, Archie, Nathaniel, Evres, 
Adonis, Joe and Lineas Smith; two sisters, Frances Diamond and Addie Diamond; 
and two grandchildren, Jaiden Wolfe and Brandon Smith.

Elliott was a U.S. Army veteran who served in World War II and a retired 
production operator for Texaco Oil Inc. Elliott was an outdoorsman who loved 
hunting and fishing, and playing the harmonica and Scrabble. He was a renowned 
champion checker player. He was Baptist.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 4 to August 6, 2011

BREAUX, BERNARD, SR.

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Bernard Fedless Breaux Sr., 94, died peacefully of cardiac arrest on Tuesday, 
Aug. 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at the Cathedral of 
St. Francis de Sales. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
interment in the church cemetery No. 1.

He is survived by four children, Elise St. Julien Breaux Wise (Lisette) and 
husband, Stephen, Bernard Fedless Breaux Jr., Margaret Louise St. Julien Breaux 
Fazzio (Louise) and Eleanor St. Julien Breaux Wurzlow (Cette) and husband, 
Billy; one sister, Myriam Breaux Winders; and sister-in-law, Joyce Tregre 
Breaux.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Louise "Bim" St. Julien Breaux; 
one son, Roy St. Julien Breaux; and his parents, Dr. Clayton Breaux and 
Victoire Marmande Breaux.

He was a descendent of two of Houma's oldest families: Breaux and Marmande. Mr. 
Breaux was a graduate of LSU and a Navy veteran of World War II. He worked as a 
Legislative auditor until his retirement, after which he worked for area public 
agencies. He will be remembered as a charismatic person, and a wonderful 
storyteller. His many friends and family loved hearing stories of old Houma and 
its residents, Houma's history, Louisiana politics and people he'd known. He 
was of Catholic faith and a lifelong parishioner of St. Francis de Sales 
Cathedral.

The family gives special thanks to his wonderful caretakers, Florence 
Champagne, Patricia "Kim" Hebert, Susan Billiot and her daughter Courtney 
Ledet.

In lieu of flowers, Mr. Breaux requested donations be made to K.I.M.'s 
Playhouse Museum for Children, 420 Lake Crescent Circle, Houma, LA 70360 or 
Vandebilt Catholic High School.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CHARLES, MORRIS 

Morris Lee "Huggy" Charles, 63, a native of Morgan City and resident of Houma, 
died at 5:25 p.m. Monday, Aug. 1, 2011 at Terrebonne General Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Siracusville 
Recreation Center. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the 
center, with burial in the Morgan City Cemetery.

Huggy leaves to cherish his memory to his wife, Gracie Ann Charles of 
Lafayette; five daughters, Mrs. Nathaniel (Jacqueline) Jupiter of Morgan City, 
Mrs. Jerome (Bridget) Young and Mrs. Keith (Karen) Vanburen both of Houma, Mrs. 
Mark (Sabrina) Dabney of Patterson, and Aaliyah Charles of Lafayette; three 
sons, Warren Boyd of Houma, Morris Lee and wife, Veronica Charles Jr., of 
Morgan City, and Ronald Charles of Lafayette; three brothers, Harold Lynn and 
wife, Sybil Charles, Anthony and wife, Deidra Charles, and Sammie and wife, 
Carlett Hollaway all of Morgan City; two sisters, Mrs. Herman (Bessie) Jones 
Sr. and Mrs. Wedell (Carolyn) Charles both of Morgan City; and 11 brothers-in-
law, two sisters-in-law, an uncle, two godchildren, 31 grandchildren, nine 
great-grandchildren, one special granddaughter, ZaNyrie Lyons and a host of 
relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three grandchildren, one great-
grandchild, three nephews, a brother, a sister-in-law and a very good friend.

Huggy enjoyed football (Pittsburgh Steelers), fishing and spending quality time 
with family.

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

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DUNN, JOHN 

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John "Roscoe" Edward Dunn, 52, a native of St. Charles Parish and resident of 
Raceland, died Tuesday, July 26, 2011 of a massive heart attack.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the home of his 
goddaughter, Danielle Breaux, 125 Peter St. in Paradis.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Gaubert Dunn; two children, Daisy Dunn and 
Jason Dunn and wife, Christi; one grandchild; his mother, Marjorie Foret Dunn; 
one brother, Errol Dunn and wife, Charity; three sisters, Debra Dunn Horn, 
Brenda Dunn Adams and husband, Patrick, and Cheryl Dunn Hayden and husband, 
Ronnie; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one child, Hazel Ann Dunn; his father, Roy B. Dunn 
Sr.; and one brother, Roy B. Dunn Jr.

He was a singer, songwriter and musician.

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FAUCHEAUX, RENE 

Rene Paul Faucheaux, 45, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Aug. 2, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday 
at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by his wife, Naomi Doucet Faucheaux of Houma; two daughters, 
Kalynn Faucheaux and Ginny-Miranda Faucheaux; one stepson, Gunnar Doucet; three 
sisters, Judy F. Arceneaux, Jean F. Salinas and Cora Lee F. Fitch; and one 
brother, John E. Faucheaux III.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John E. Faucheaux Jr. and Genevieve 
Colwart Faucheaux.

He was a boat captain for B&R Marine. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and spending 
time with his family.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MCCORKEL, CLEVELAND, JR.

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Cleveland W. McCorkel Jr., 64, a resident of Jackson, Ala., was born Sept. 26, 
1946 and died Friday, July 29, 2011 at Providence Hospital in Mobile, Ala.

Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. to service time Saturday at First Baptist 
Church in Houma. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the 
church.

He is survived by his wife, Susan McCorkel of Jackson, Ala.; four sons, 
Cleveland "Corky" and wife, Chantel McCorkel III, of Houma, Chad and wife, 
Jamie McCorkel, of Houma, Casey and wife, Debra McCorkel, of Houma and Clint 
"CoCoa" and wife, Kelli McCorkel, of Houma; one daughter, Candy and husband, 
Tim Wilson of Jackson, Ala.; two brothers, Calvin McCorkel of Houma and James 
McCorkel of Houma; three sisters, Ann Trotter of Houma, Cookie McCorkel of 
Houma and Maggie Galliano of Houma; and 17 grandchildren and seven great-
grandchildren.

He was a self-employed cabinet maker and attended Stave Creek Baptist Church, 
Jackson, Ala.

Lathan Funeral Home of Jackson, Ala. is in charge of arrangements.

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ROBINSON, DAMYRE 

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Damyre C. Robinson, 7, native and resident of Larose, died Monday, Aug. 1, 
2011.

Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Friday at Mount Zion Baptist 
Church in Larose. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the 
church, with burial in Holy Rosary Catholic Church Cemetery in Larose.

He is survived by his parents, Latandra Robinson and Clifton Bell both of 
Larose; two sisters, Ryana'ja Bland and A'miiyah Coleman, both of Larose; his 
grandparents, Linda Jenkins, Ronald Robinson Sr. and Freda Bell and Val Shelby.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Mary and Joe Bell.

He was Baptist and a member of the Spina Bifida Association.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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SPOT, LEROY 

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Leroy Spot, 55, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, July 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Morning Star Baptist 
Church on Johnson Ridge. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at 
the church, with burial at Young Men's Benevolent Cemetery in Lafourche 
Crossing.

He is survived by four children, Leandre Morris of Thibodaux, Pierre Jacob of 
Baton Rouge, and Roy Lee Norman and LaKisha Norman, both of Houma; one stepson, 
Rontrell Norman of Houma; two step-daughters, Christy Morris of Thibodaux and 
Dakota Norman of Houma; four brothers, Ernest Turner Jr. and wife, Gail, Andrew 
Spot and wife, Darlene, Robert Mitchell and wife, Barbara, and Anthony Mitchell 
and wife, Michelle; one stepbrother, Wilbert Mitchell; three sisters, Cadeal 
Campbell, Mary Smith and husband, Alfred, and JoAnn Johnson; one stepsister, 
Barbara Turner; and six grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Turner Sr. and Theresa Spot 
Williams; one brother, Mote Mitchell; and two brothers-in-law, Henry Campbell 
Sr. and Joseph Johnson.

He was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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BELLOW, JOSEPH, SR.

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Joseph Earl Bellow Sr., 64, a native of West Lake and resident of Houma, died 
Sunday, July 31, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home and from 11 
a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Kings Funeral Home in Lake Charles. Funeral 
services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Bosco Church in Westlake.

He is survived by his wife, Roberta Bennett Bellow; his mother, Mary Lee 
Bellow; two sons, Joseph Earl Bellow Jr. and Chai Josef Chapman; one stepson, 
Harold Stephen Taylor; three daughters, Jodi Handy, Farrah Bellow and Danielle 
Collins; two brothers, John Bertman Bellow and Paul Ricky Bellow; two sisters, 
Shirley Ann Bellow and Carolyn Rideh-Sparks; and 13 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gervais Anthony Bellow; and one 
brother, Joseph Whitney Bellow.

He was Catholic and a master brick mason.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GAUDET, BENTON 

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Benton "Benny" Gaudet, 62, a native and resident of Raceland, died Wednesday, 
Aug. 3, 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.

He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Aupied Gaudet; two sons, Dwain Michael 
Gaudet and wife, Danielle, and Shane Yves Gaudet and wife, Rebacca; two 
grandchildren, Kelsey and Grace Gaudet; and four brothers, Norman, Arthur, 
Nolan, and Ray Gaudet.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rene and Blanche Bourgeois Gaudet; his 
in-laws, Yves "Lou" and Theresa Champagne Aupied; one brother, Earl Gaudet; and 
one grandchild, Jessi Gaudet.

He was a parishioner St. Mary Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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KENNEDY, ANNA 

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Anna Rose Jupiter Kennedy, 74, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died 
Sunday, July 31, 2011 at Thibodaux Health Care Center.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral 
Home of Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Virginia 
Baptist Church in Ewellville. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. 
Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by four daughters, Donna and husband, Jesse Robertson, of 
Napoleonville, Joycelyn K. and husband, Toler Williams, of Clovis, N.M., 
Chyvette Kennedy Hays of New Orleans, and Stella K. and husband, Adam Jones, of 
Natchez, Miss.; two sons, William Gregory and Christy Kennedy of Natchez, Miss. 
and Ronnie S. and Carol Kennedy of LaPlace; one sister, Florentine Cletta 
Blanchard of Napoleonville; one brother, Andrew Jupiter of Rhode Island; and 
one aunt, 23 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Stella C. Jupiter; her 
husband, William L. Kennedy; one son, Don Joseph Kennedy; two brothers, Walter 
Jupiter Jr. and Dewitt Jupiter; and both maternal and paternal grandparents.

She was a retired certified nursing assistant.

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

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LEBOEUF, NOLAN 

Nolan Joseph LeBoeuf, 60, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:45 p.m. 
Monday, Aug. 1, 2011.

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

He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Benoit LeBoeuf; his mother, Hilda 
Pellegrin LeBoeuf; one son, Michael LeBoeuf; two daughters, Melissa Wallis and 
Kristi Delatte; five grandchildren, Tiffany Wallis, Autumn, and Bryant Foret, 
and Haley and Michael LeBoeuf Jr.; two brothers, Johnny and Adam LeBoeuf; and 
four sisters, Valire Boudreaux, Vallie Ledet, Rita Fay Chaisson and Sarah 
Bonvillian.

He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond LeBoeuf; one son, Nolan Paul 
LeBoeuf; and one brother, Frank LeBoeuf.

He was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. His hobbies were fishing, 
shrimping and he enjoyed making crafts.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LEWIS, TIMOTHY 

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Timothy Wayne Lewis, 34, a native and resident of Houma, died at 3:25 a.m. 
Saturday, Aug. 3, 2011.

No services are scheduled.

He is survived by his wife, Tyina Haron Lewis; his parents, Robert A. and Susan 
Robichaux Lewis; three daughters, Ashlyn Bergeron, Raelynn Lewis and Kaylynn 
Lewis; and one brother, Todd Lewis.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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REDMOND, NOVELLA 

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Novella Redmond, 78, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Monday, Aug. 1, 
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 10 a.m. Saturday at 
the church, with burial in Blue Lily Cemetery on Johnson Ridge.

She is survived by one son, Roger Redmond of Syracuse, N.Y.; four daughters, 
Lorraine Dyer of Thibodaux, and Dora Powell and husband, Kario, Regina Kemp and 
husband, Carlos, and Patrice Remond, all of Gray; one sister, Rebecca "Sal" 
Joseph of Thibodaux; and 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Redmond; her parents, Marshall 
and Bertha Adams; one brother, Ben Adams; and one sister, Annie Livas.

She was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church on Johnson Ridge.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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SCIONEAUX, NANCY 

Nancy Laughlin Scioneaux, a native of Raceland and resident of Chackbay, was 
born on Mar. 24, 1971 and called home to eternal life on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at 
the church.

She is survived by her loving husband of 16 years, Carroll Scioneaux Jr.; one 
son, Sidney Scioneaux; her parents, Charles and Lucy Laughlin of Raceland; two 
brothers, Edward "Ed" Laughlin and wife, Laurie, and William "Billy" Laughlin; 
one sister, Angela Laughlin; her mother-in-law, JoAnn Scioneaux and Mac 
Caillout; two sisters-in-law, Nanette Lassere and husband, Rusty, and Della 
Stieffel and husband, Jaime; six nephews, Devin Laughlin, Eric and Alec 
Stieffel, Wesley Lassere, Ty Fuller and Christopher Bourrie; two nieces, Joni 
and Caroline Lassere; and special friend, Josie Granier and son, Ben.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Ledet, and 
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Laughlin Sr.; and father-in-law, Carroll Scioneaux Sr.

Nancy was a wonderful person with a huge heart, who touched many lives. She 
will be dearly missed by all who loved her.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Nancy's name to the American 
Cancer Society , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.

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

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WASHINGTON, RAYMOND, SR. 

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Raymond L. "Bigg" Washington Sr., 76, a native and resident of Napoleonville, 
died Thursday, July 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Paul Baptist 
Church, La. 400, Napoleonville. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. 
Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by three daughters, Valerie Washington and Sandra Washington of 
Napoleonville, and Charlette Williams of Thibodaux; one son, Kenneth Washington 
of Napoleonville; one sister, Delores Newell of Chicago; five brothers, Rev. 
Irvin and wife, Audrey Brown, Rev. Eugene and wife, Donna Brown, all of 
Labadieville, Rev. Gerald and wife, Catherine Brown, of New Orleans, Ronald and 
wife, Aldonia Brown, and Michael Brown, all of Napoleonville; and nine 
grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Washington and Catherine Brown; 
his wife, Audrey G. Washington; and two sons, Raymond Jr. and Joseph 
Washington.

He was a retired farm laborer.

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

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WILLIAMS, MELVIN 

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Melvin B. "Slick" Williams, 80, a native and resident of Belle Rose, died 
Sunday, July 31, 2011 at The D'ville House Nursing Home in Donaldsonville.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral 
Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. James 
United Methodist Church in Belle Rose. Religious services will be held at 11 
a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by one sister, Albertha and husband, Charles Drexler of 
Jeanerette; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lasan and Selma Bell Williams; and one 
sister, Velma Nelson.

He was a retired truck driver for Setton Marine Inc.

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

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WILSON, BARBARA 

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Barbara Sears Wilson, 52, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, 
died Sunday, July 31, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Emmanuel Baptist 
Church. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her mother, Aletha Hartman Sears; four sons, Jeconiah Sears 
and wife, Mindy, Tyrone Wilson, John Freddie Wilson and Caleb Wilson all of 
Houma; one brother, Wayne Michael Sears and companion, Margaret Liner of Houma; 
two sisters, Shelia Sears Bradley and husband, Edward, of Nashville, Tenn. and 
Angelia Sears Hite and husband, Melvin, of Houma; and one grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Wilson Sr.; her father, James 
Sears Sr.; and one daughter, Johnisha Wilson.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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WOLFE, SHERRIL 

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Sherril W. Wolfe, 45, a native of Houma and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, 
July 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at First Corinthian 
Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the 
church, with burial in Crozier Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, David Wolfe Sr.; three sons, Christopher 
Johnson Jr., Justin Johnson and Micco Johnson; one daughter, Alexis Johnson; 
two brothers, Craig Felix and wife, Sharon, and Nigel Washington and wife, 
Della; two sisters, Lisa White and Jessica Washington; and one grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gloria W. Washington and Phillip 
Felix; and stepfather, Frank Washington.

She was employed by Terrebonne General Medical Center.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GUIDRY, GEORGE 

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George A. Guidry, 75, a native of Cut Off and resident of Gheens, died at 2:20 
a.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport 
and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in 
Gheens. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial at 
Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport.

He is survived by his wife, Sherrie C. Guidry; three daughters, Karen G. 
Dufrene and husband, Troy, Angela G. Falgout and husband, Kerry, and Maria G. 
Lee and husband, Ricky; seven grandchildren, Alicia D. Arabie and husband, 
Jamie, Lauren Dufrene, Hilary Falgout, Beau Falgout, Brianna Lee, Cameron Lee 
and Ashton Lee; two great-grandchildren, Avery and Jaxton Arabie; one brother, 
Walter Guidry Jr. and wife, Dolores; and one sister, Vina G. Plaisance.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Sr. and Isabel L. Guidry; one 
brother-in-law, Freddie Plaisance; and one sister, Evida Rodrigue and husband, 
John.

He was a parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church and a U.S. Army veteran. He 
was treasurer of Vacherie-Gheens Community Center, Sacristan and Eucharistic 
Minister at St. Anthony, and he worked for Coca-Cola.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ANDERSON, WILBERT, III

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Wilbert "Flip" Joseph Anderson III, 49, a native of Houma and resident of Gray, 
died Sunday, July 31, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Eagle Wright Baptist 
Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial in Halfway Cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Wilbert Stephen Anderson II and Doris L. 
Anderson; one son, Darren J. Anderson; two daughters, Jarilyn F. Anderson and 
Shanise Anderson; four brothers, Lynroy Anderson of Sacramento, Calif., Vincent 
P. Anderson of Gray, Wilfred Walker of Thibodaux and Quentin Matthews of 
Thibodaux; and eight sisters, Cassandra J. Anderson, Lisa Anderson, Maxine 
Harvey and husband, Robert Sr., of Thibodaux, Deena Thomas and husband, Trent, 
Samantha Hill and Shiela Walker both of Thibodaux, Tina M. Calloway and 
husband, Howard, of Gray, and Schannel N. Winslow and husband, Charlie, of 
Houma.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Hilda and Berwick 
LaGarde Sr.; and his paternal grandparents, Gertrude "Zella" Anderson and 
Wilbert Anderson Sr.

He was deacon at Eagle Wright Baptist Church and a retired technical operator 
with Danos and Curole Marine.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LEBLANC, BEATRICE 

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Beatrice Cavalier LeBlanc, a native of Belle Rose and resident of Schriever, 
died at 5:50 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11 a.m. 
Monday at the funeral home, with burial in Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary 
Cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Ronald LeBlanc and wife, Terry, of Houma and 
Rodney LeBlanc and wife, Lorraine of Houma; four daughters, Theresa Gold and 
husband, Billy, of Cullman, Ala., Nancy Sheets of Bayou Blue, Susan Tabor of 
Metairie, and Wanda Guidry and husband, Rodger, of Schriever; one daughter-in-
law, Ann LeBlanc of Houma; one brother, Sidney Cavalier of Talbot; four 
sisters, Enola Triche of Bayou Blue, Hilda Hebert of Houma, Gloria Falcon and 
husband, Percy, of Belle Rose, and Loretta Hahn and husband, Lee, of 
Donaldsonville; and 42 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren, three great-
great-grandchildren; and 150 foster children.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy J. LeBlanc; one son, Richard 
LeBlanc of Houma; her parents, Manuel Cavalier and Alma Gomez Cavalier; two 
brothers, Roy Cavalier and infant brother, Floyd Cavalier; and one sister, 
Leatrice Parent and husband, Ray.

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

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SNYDER, EDWARD, III

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Edward Lee Snyder III, 6 weeks, a native and resident of Houma, died at 11:46 
a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011.

A private service will be held by the family.

He is survived by his parents, Edward Snyder Jr. and wife, Dawn of Houma; one 
sister, Kelsie Hebert of Houma; his grandparents, Donald Hebert and wife, 
Pamela, of Houma and Edward Snyder Sr. and wife, Melanie, of Houma; his great-
grandparents, Zonelle Hedrick Pederson of Texas and Delores Bird of South 
Dakota; and his aunts and uncles, Brooke Anglada and husband, Ryan, of Houma 
and cousin Jake Anglada, Jared Ferriss and wife, Corinn, of Houma and cousins 
Nora and Audrey Ferriss, Daniel Snyder and wife, Addie, of Lafayette, Jordan 
Snyder and Megan Garig of Houma, and Sadie Snyder of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Mary Snyder and Ernie 
Snyder Jr., Max Hedrick, Lawrence Hebert and Eula Hebert, and Robert Bird; and 
great uncle, Ernie Snyder III.

He is our perfect little angel.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BRUNET, TILLIE 

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Tillie Marie Brunet, 29, a native and resident of Pointe-aux-Chenes, died at 
11:45 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Charles Borromeo 
Catholic Church in Pointe-aux-Chenes. Mass will be at 11 a.m. today at the 
church, with burial in St. Ann Cemetery in Bourg.

She is survived by her parents, Jeremy and Alice Prosperie Brunet of Pointe-
aux-Chenes; one brother, Shannon Brunet of Houma; one godchild, Jase of Houma; 
her grandparents Marthalene Brunet and Gerald Prosperie Sr.; and her pet dog 
Gi-Gi.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Norman Brunet and Betty Sue 
Rodrigue Prosperie; and her fiance, Jon Anthony Howard.

In lieu of flowers, donations for the funeral service would be appreciated.

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

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JOHNSON, HAYZEN 

Little Miss Hayzen Goodwin Johnson, a native of Johnson Ridge in Terrebonne 
Parish, died Friday, July 29, 2011.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Halfway Cemetery in 
Gray.

She is survived by her parents, Lashawn Goodwin of Johnson Ridge and Robert 
Johnson of Thibodaux; one brother, Robert Johnson Jr. of Johnson Ridge; one 
sister, Angel Johnson of Larose; her grandparents, Charlene and Freddie Goodwin 
of Johnson Ridge, Cynthia and husband, Ruben Williams, and Bobby and wife, 
Doris Clark.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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LAFONT, THEARD, JR.

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Theard A. "Babe" Lafont Jr., 82, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of 
Larose, went to the Lord, on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Holy Rosary Church 
in Larose. Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in 
the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dolores L. Lafont; his children, 
Darlene L. Loupe, Larry J. Lafont and wife, Gail, and Michael Lafont Sr. and 
wife, Yvonne; one brother, Darwin Lafont; five grandchildren, Michelle Loupe, 
Monique Mathes, Tad Lafont, Michael Lafont Jr. and Laurie LeJeune; and nine 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Theard Sr. and Emelie B. Lafont; two 
brothers, Euclid "Kin" Lafont and Theo Lafont; and one sister, Elrita Smith.

He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. He 
was a Eucharistic Minister and Lector/Commentator for 28 years. He was the 
president of the local Holy Name Society for more than 25 years and past 
president of the Holy Name Diocesan Union. He worked for Chevron for 29 years.

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

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PLAISANCE, ECTON, JR.

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Ecton "E.J." Joseph Plaisance Jr., 82, a native of Cut Off and resident of 
Larose, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, 
Aug. 6, 2011 in Paradis.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation from 10 a.m. to 
funeral time today at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church in 
Larose. Mass will be held at noon today at the church, 
with interment in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Martha Jane Chiasson Plaisance; 
two sons, Mark Plaisance and wife, DesLey, and James and wife, Sheila; one 
daughter, Tina Montz and husband, Gerald; his five adoring grandchildren, 
Marcus, Shawn, and Claire Plaisance, and Mathew and Robyn Montz; two brothers, 
Paul Plaisance and Junius Plaisance and wife, Helen; and one sister, Rita 
Thibodeaux.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ecton J. Plaisance Sr. and Jeanne 
LeBlanc Plaisance; two sisters, Mary Jane and Mathilda Plaisance; one sister-
in-law, Doris Plaisance; and one brother-in-law, Murphy Thibodeaux.

Ecton was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Church as well as an honorary 
member of the Holy Name Society and a lifetime member of the VFW. Once retired, 
Ecton devoted many hours of service time to his church and to the poor.

Ecton was retired from Texaco Inc. after 31 years of employment. He was most 
proud of his accomplishments during his service to his country during the 
Korean War. He was an outstanding soldier of the U.S. Army who received many 
medals of recognition including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.

A special thank you is extended to Dr. Mike Marcello and the staff of Hospice 
of South Louisiana for their loving care and support.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or 
Holy Rosary Catholic School in Larose.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TABOR, SUSAN 

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Susan H. Tabor, 63, a native and resident of Choctaw, died at 5:55 a.m. 
Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. James Chapel in 
Choctaw. Mass will be at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

She is survived by her in-laws, Henry and Gertie Tabor; one son, Todd Tabor; 
two brothers, Sam and Norris Hebert; and five sisters, Rosemary H. Pitre, 
Margie H. Delatte, Thelma H. Hebert, Cecilia H. Benoit and Barbara H. Benoit.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Tabor; her parents, Elie and 
Florence Tabor Hebert; and two sisters, Velma Hebert and Vergie H. Tabor.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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WILSON NORMA 

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Norma Hebert Wilson, 79, a native of Montegut and resident of Houma, died at 2:40
p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be 
at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery No. 2.

She is survived by one son, David Wilson and wife, Priscilla of Lafayette; 
three daughters, Laurie Wilson Gautreaux and husband, Mark, of Schriever, 
Sharon Wilson Stenger of Houma, and Sheila Wilson Poiencot and husband, David, 
of Theriot; her grandchildren, Jason Edward Wilson and wife, Kristen, Bridgette 
Wilson Cenac and husband, Daniel, Kayla Wilson Hardy and husband, Parry, Taylor 
Wilson, Christy Doucet Diggs and husband, Ricky, Brad William Doucet, Michelle 
"Mimi" Doucet Folse and husband, Ryan, Jenna Elizabeth Stenger and Turner 
Wilson Miller, Gavin David Poiencot and Abbigail Marie Poiencot; her great-
grandchildren, Jackson, Evan, Lucas, Vivian, Remy, Esmee', Koen, Brittany, 
Brianna, Ricky Jr., Dylan and Devin; two sisters, Ruby Savoie and husband, 
Weldon, and Coralie Ellender and husband, Wallace; and two sisters-in-law, Lori 
and Hazel Hebert.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace "Frank" Howard Wilson; her 
parents, Anthony Paul Hebert and Hazel Blanchard Hebert; and two brothers, Luby 
A. "Bob" Hebert and Reggie Hebert.

Norma was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales and a previous business owner 
and homemaker. She was the first Football Sweetheart at Terrebonne High School 
where she was also a cheerleader and played women's basketball. She was a Desk 
and Derrick member and a member of the Lion's Club. She also volunteered at the 
Chabert Medical Center gift shop as well as for many other local organizations. 
She enjoyed playing cards with many of her high school friends and cousins, 
playing bingo and occasional visits to the casino.

She was a great mother and grandmother and a loving wife.

The family would also like to thank all her doctors and Terrebonne General CCU 
staff and Physician's Alliance Staff.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the 
American Lung Association of Louisiana, 2325 Severn Ave., Suite 8, Metairie, LA 
70001-6918.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ARDOIN, JOSEPH 

Joseph Gilbert Ardoin, 69, a native of Lafayette and resident of Lockport, died 
at 5:35 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Falgout Funeral 
Home in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the 
funeral home, with burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland.

He is survived by his wife, Elta Boudreaux Ardoin; three sons, Brian, David, 
and Michael Ardoin; three daughters, Melissa Rock, Christine Ardoin and Paula 
Mousseau; three brothers, John W. Ardoin, Bobby R. Ardoin and Lionel Ardoin; 
one sister, Marie Wright; and 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Bernice Molitor Ardoin; 
and one sister, Louella Landry.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CABALLERO, LEO, JR.

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Leo Faustin Caballero Jr., 66, a native and resident of Napoleonville, was born 
Dec. 10, 1944 and died at his residence with his wife by his side on Sunday, 
Aug. 7, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Wednesday at Landry's Funeral Home in Napoleonville. Mass will be held at 11 
a.m. Wednesday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville, with interment in 
the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Carrie Mae Caballero; his children, Ella Runnels 
and husband, Wayne, Dawn Gros, Delvin "Butch" Caballero and wife, Leah, Mark 
Caballero and wife, Rhonda, Leo Caballero III and wife, Debra, and Lorena 
Caballero; his step-children, Chris Boudreaux and wife, Carolyn, Christine 
Boudreaux and Scott Boudreaux; one sister, Marion Rhodes and husband, Robert; 
10 grandchildren, Travis, Eric, Amber, Chuckie, Dustin, Cody, Tre', Haley, 
Charli and Kayli; five step-grandchildren, Byron, Austin, Phillip, Blake and 
Scott "Tee"; four great-grandchildren, Marley, Madison, Blane, and Alezya; and 
one step-great-grandchild, Taylin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Ella Mae Caballero.

Pallbearers will be Travis Runnels, Chuckie Gros, Eric Runnels, Cody Caballero, 
Dustin Caballero, Tre' Caballero, Byron Boudreaux and Phillip Netterville.

He served in the Army National Guard for eight years.

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

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HEBERT, GERALD 

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Gerald Paul Hebert, 80, a native of Houma and resident of Lafayette for more 
than 50 years, passed away at 6:15 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011 at his residence 
in Lafayette.

The family requests that visitation be observed from 10 a.m. to funeral time 
Wednesday at Martin & Castille's Southside location. A Rosary will be prayed at 
10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 11 
a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home's La Fleur de Lis Chapel in Lafayette, with 
interment in Calvary Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jacklyn Achee' Hebert of Lafayette; two 
daughters, Wanda Louise Pelarksi and Amy Nicole Dworniczak; three sons, Mark 
Alan Hebert, Andre' Jon Hebert and Gerald Paul Hebert Jr.; 13 grandchildren, 
Mark Hebert, Christopher Hebert, Matthew Hebert, Anthony Hebert, Elizabeth 
Hingley, Katie Hebert, Ashley Hebert, Andre Hebert, Hannah Dworniczak, Natalie 
Dworniczak, Olivia Dworniczak, Sophia Dworniczak and Genevieve Dworniczak; 
seven great-grandchildren, Ashlyn Hebert, Mark Alan Hebert, Ethan Hebert, Avery 
Hebert, Hudson Hebert, Kelsey Hebert and Andre Hebert; and a brother, Kermit 
Hebert.

He was preceded in death by his parents, J.F. Hebert and the former, Pearl 
King; and one brother, Kennith Hebert.

Mr. Hebert was born in Houma on April 4, 1931. He was very family oriented, and 
was a dedicated and loving, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, 
brother and friend. Not only, did he love being a family man, he also enjoyed 
having big family celebrations. Mr. Hebert, also loved deep sea fishing, and 
hunting in West Texas. Mr. Hebert proudly served his country as a member of the 
U.S. Air Force, during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Petroleum 
Club and was a Past King of the Townhouse Krewe of Troubadours.

Pallbearers will be Mark Hebert Jr., Christopher Hebert, Mathew Hebert, Anthony 
Hebert, Ashley Hebert and Andre' Hebert Jr..

Honorary Pallbearers will be Paul Hebert, Joe Dworniczak III, Mark Hebert Sr. 
and Andre' Hebert Sr.

Giftbearers will be Genevieve, Olivia, and Sophia Dworniczak. Lectors are 
Hannah and Natalie Dworniczak. Eulogist will be Andre' Hebert. Jodi Bollich, 
organist, will sing for the services, "Battle Hymn of the Republic", "Amazing 
Grace", "Here I Am, Lord", "Ave Maria" and "Psalm 23".

Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Hebert's name to St. Joseph Hospice, 
1003 S. Hugh Wallis Rd. Ste. F2, Lafayette, LA 70508. 337-233-1131.

Martin & Castille-Southside- 600 E. Farrel Rd. of Lafayette, La. is in charge 
of arrangements.

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LEBLANC, WARREN 

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Warren Joseph LeBlanc, 80, a native and resident of Raceland, died Monday, Aug. 
8, 2011.

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

He is survived by his wife, Rose Mary Breaux LeBlanc; two sons, Warren Paul 
LeBlanc and wife, Debbie Bernard LeBlanc, and Christopher John LeBlanc and 
Cathy Foret LeBlanc; one daughter, Annette L. D'Angelo and husband, Thomas; two 
brothers, Etienne and David LeBlanc; one stepbrother, Herbert Anderson; six 
grandchildren, Korey LeBlanc, Kasey LeBlanc, Bailey LeBlanc, Taylor LeBlanc, 
Jake D'Angelo and Nicholas D'Angelo; and three great-grandchildren, Lucas 
D'Angelo, Avery D'Angelo and Emmalee D'Angelo.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Etienne LeBlanc and Annette Mire 
LeBlanc; and stepmother, Mae LaGarde LeBlanc.

Mr. LeBlanc was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of the American 
Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.

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

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MADERE, NELLIE 

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Nellie E. Madere, 92, passed away Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011 in Houma at The Suites 
at Sugar Mill Point, where she had resided for the past several years.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Hilary of 
Poitiers Catholic Church in Mathews. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at 
the church. Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Barrancas National 
Cemetery in Pensacola, Fla.

She is survived by her children, Edward (Sue) Madere, Patricia (Richard) 
McGrath, Carol (Randy) Haydel, and Cindy (Jack) Yanora; her grandchildren, Paul 
(Abigail) Madere, Todd (Allyson) Madere, Sean McCormick, Erin (Utah) McCormick 
Schwartz, Jessica (Robert) Haydel LeBlanc, Angelle (Sage) Haydel Babin, Jaclyn 
Haydel, Elizabeth Yanora, and Nicholas Yanora; and nine great-grandchildren.

Nellie was born on May 31, 1919 in London, England, and lived there until 
moving to the United States in 1948. Her time in London included the terrible 
bombing of that City during World War II.

During the war she met and later married her lifelong love, Harold "Bubby" C. 
Madere of Luling/Hahnville. He preceded her in death in August, 2002. Their 
long married life included his 30 years of service in the U.S. Air Force in 
numerous locations and 30 years of civilian life in Fort Walton Beach, Fla. 
Mrs. Madere was a devoted wife, and mother sharing the hardships of frequent 
moves and long separations during Mr. Madere's long military career. Their last 
30 years allowed them to be together for church and volunteer activities, long 
trips, and visits to see their much loved grandchildren. The also remained 
close to Mr. Madere's Louisiana family and Mrs. Madere's English family. They 
made their last visit to England to see family shortly before his death. Mrs. 
Madere's sister, Alice, is recently deceased.

Mrs. Madere loved children, animals, and flowers. Her children and 
grandchildren relished her stories of growing up in London. These stories were 
filled with wonderful characters, places, and adventures. She seemed to have an 
ability to talk to animals. When she worked for an animal kennel she would take 
care of the "mean" dogs who soon would be licking her hand. Her yard was always 
filled with flowers. When she saw a pretty garden she would often say, "It 
reminds me of England." Her kindness and generosity will be remembered by 
everyone who knew her.

The family gives special thanks to the staff of The Suites at Sugar Mill Pointe, 
Houma, for their many kindnesses over the past several years.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association , P.O. 
Box 96001, Washington, D.C. 20090-6011 or Alz.org.

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

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PICOU, DOROTHY 

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Dorothy D. Picou, 87, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, 
died at 4:25 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time 
Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 
a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Elie Cemetery in Chauvin.

She is survived by six sons, Miller Picou and wife, Meryl, Milton Picou Sr. and 
wife, Marilyn, Albert "Peanut" and wife, Peggy, Phillip Picou, LeRay Picou Sr. 
and Jesse Picou; one daughter, Dorothy Fitch and husband, Terry; and 25 
grandchildren, 51 great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren, two 
step-grandchildren and four step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elam Picou Jr.; her parents, Albert 
and Bernice Picou Domangue; one son, Elam Picou III; two daughters, Cecile 
Picou and Laura Lee Picou; three sisters, Doris Falterman, CeDonia LeBlanc and 
Josephine Eschete; one brother, Jeffery Domangue; and two grandchildren, Keith 
Picou and Glenn Trahan.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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PIERRON, STEPHANIE 

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Stephanie Cangelosi Pierron, 26, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, 
Aug. 7, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in 
the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Shawn David Pierron; her mother, Kayla Faye 
Burton; her father, Joseph Nicholas Cangelosi III; her stepfather, Reggie James 
Aucoin; her stepmother, Angela Marie Hutcherson; one stepson, Jordan Albert 
Pierron; one brother, Ethan James Aucoin; three sisters, Cynthia Faye 
Cangelosi, Sarah Jo Cangelosi and Tristyn Elizabeth Aucoin; three stepbrothers, 
Stephen Samuel Hutcherson, Dustin Paul Lancaster and Jason Jeffery Lancaster; 
her grandmother, Earline Cangelosi Cunningham; and her godparents, Angela 
Cangelosi Hebert and James Allison Burton Jr.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, James and Gladys Burton, and 
Joseph Nicholas Cangelosi Jr.; her stepgrandfather, Roy Edward Cunningham; and 
her father-in-law, Ray Robert Pierron.

She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church and 
the manager of Mr. Poboy.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RICHARD, MARY 

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Mary B. Richard, 90, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 7:35 a.m. 
Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5:30 to 10 p.m. today at Landry's Funeral Home in 
Thibodaux and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Christ the Redeemer 
Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the 
church, with burial at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Thibodaux.

She is survived by two sons, Glenn Richard and friend, Lola, and Gerald Daigle 
and wife, Kathleen; and four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, O'neil Richard; her parents, Wallace 
Borne and Linda Bourg Borne; and one sister, Earline Molaison.

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

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SIMONEAUX, JEANINE 

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Jeanine C. Simoneaux, 58, a native of Schriever and resident of Napoleonville, 
died Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Thursday at Landry's Funeral Home in Labadieville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. 
Thursday at St. Bridget Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Rodney P. Simoneaux Sr.; one son, Rodney P. 
Simoneaux Jr.; one stepdaughter, Courtney Ann Simoneaux Stone; three brothers, 
Gerald L. Andre', Arthur O. Andre' III and Chris H. Andre'; and five 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Andre' Jr. and Jeanne M. 
Andre'; and one brother, Gene M. Andre'.

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

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STRINGER, HUBERT 

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Hubert "Snow" Joseph Stringer, 79, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident 
of Houma, died at 8:35 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011.

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

He is survived by his loving wife and dance partner of 59 years, Gloria 
Duplantis Stringer; his children, Clarc J. Stringer and wife, Susan, Mindy Faye 
Stringer, Amy S. Breaux and husband, Phil, Vickie S. Benoit and husband, Barry, 
and Shane M. Stringer; four grandchildren, Melissa S. Lewis, Jennifer L. 
Stringer, Dylan C. Benoit and Blake M. Benoit; two great-grandchildren, Dade E. 
Lewis and Ethan C. Lewis; and two brothers, Gervas and Steven Stringer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hebert Frank Stringer and Ernestine 
Babin Stringer; one son, Richard Lane Stringer; two brothers, Warren and Pete 
Stringer; and four sisters, Gloria Stringer, Lottie S. Gaston, Kate S. Price 
and Louella S. Rogers.

He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church all of 
his life. He was involved in many aspects of the church, Knights of Columbus, 
4th Degree Knights, music ministry and different events that took place at the 
church.

Snow was an oilfield worker and salesman and was an excellent provider for his 
family. He loved Cajun music and played it all his life for different bands and 
danced. He loved football and baseball, he played for Terrebonne High and 
Tulane University. He coached Bantem football for years and assistant coached 
at Oaklawn Jr. High for some time. He coached baseball for Buddy Marcello and 
Tommy Detwiler for 35 years.

He will be greatly missed by all the lives he touched throughout his life. He 
was larger than life to his family and friends. He was a wonderful husband and 
father. God Bless.

Thank you to Hospice of South Louisiana and Dr. Ray Cinnater and to all who 
helped take care of him in the last days of his life.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TRIPLETT, MARY 

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Mary Darnell Triplett, 61, a native of Mississippi and resident of Raceland, 
died Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to funeral time 
Wednesday at St. Matthews Missionary Baptist Church in Mathews. Religious 
services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

She is survived by two daughters, Melissa Triplett and Lateshia Triplett both 
of Raceland; three brothers, Willie Triplett of Buford, S.C., Nathion Triplett 
of Thibodaux and Haze Triplett of Lockport; two sisters, Pauline T. Guidroz of 
Lockport and Claudine Williams of Lockport; and five grandchildren and one 
great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Elvie Triplett; and her 
grandparents, Vera and Clemon Kelly, and Ruby and Cleveland Triplett.

She was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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BARLETTA, WILLIAM, SR.

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Dr. William E. Barletta Sr., 89, a native of New Orleans and resident of 
Thibodaux, died at 1:46 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Genevieve 
Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the 
church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

Dr. William Barletta is survived by his dear and loving wife, Joan B. Barletta; 
his children, William Barletta Jr. and wife, Debbie, Joseph Barletta and wife, 
Shannon, Michael Barletta, Mario Barletta, Carlos Barletta, Lisa Dodds and 
husband, Will, Katherine DiStefano and husband, Frank, Angela Graver and 
husband, James, and Carmen Munier and husband, Matt; his stepchildren, Shane 
Gonzales and wife, Veronica, Cindy Oubre and husband, Nathan, and Kim Ledet and 
husband, Terry; one sister, Anita Gillespie; and 28 grandchildren and two 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Catherine Barletta-Paz; his father, Dr. 
Constantino Barletta-Paz; and one brother, Dr. Frank Barletta-Paz and Rosemary 
Mumphrey Barletta.

He shared his passion and talent for dentistry by proudly serving Thibodaux and 
Morgan City for more than 65 years. He served on the Bayou Board of Dentistry, 
LDA, ADA and many others. The gift that he was given by God was his hands and 
he shared that gift with many people in the community for many years.

Dr. William E. Barletta was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Educations of the Seminarians.

Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CARLOS, DOROTHY 

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Dorothy Trahan Carlos, a native of Houma and resident of Abita Springs, died 
Monday, Aug. 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 Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery.

She is survived by four daughters, Donna Guillory and husband, Royce, Lona 
Ludwig and husband, Charles, Carmen Conrad and husband, Donald, and Leslie 
Rapp; one son, Keith Carlos and wife, Jaye Tee; 13 grandchildren, Joshua 
Pershall, Royce Guillory III, Charles L. Ludwig and wife, Laura, Jessica Helm 
and husband, John, Alex Ludwig and wife, Megan, Don Conrad and wife, Gina, 
Kelly Flanagan and husband, Kelly, Michelle Conrad, Emily Thonn, Sarah Carlos, 
Lauren Rapp, Raquel Grenier and Collin Carlos; 22 great-grandchildren; one 
brother, Eugene Trahan and wife, Norma; and one sister, Shirley Millet.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Joseph Carlos; her father, 
Antoine Trahan; her mother, Agnes Naquin Trahan Henry; her stepfather, Willis 
Henry; one brother, Carl Henry; one sister, Joyce Duhon; two sons, Duane Carlos 
and Charles Carlos Jr.; and two grandsons, Kevin Gray and Travis J. Ludwig.

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

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Chabot, Deborah Aileen

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Deborah Aileen Chabot, 44, a native of Vacherie and resident of Labadieville, 
died Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 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 Our Lady of Peace in Vacherie.

She is survived by four sons, Charles "Chase" Britt, Kenneth Evan Chabot and 
daughter-in-law, Deborah Bourgeois, Joseph Gregory Kennedy and Brandon Kennedy; 
four brothers, Mike Chabot and wife, Sally Rose, Greg Burroughes and wife, 
Elizabeth, Evan Chabot and A.J. Chabot; two sisters, Lenora Lynn Johnson and 
husband, Bo, and Tamara Watson; and five grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Nedra Aileen Alleman.

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

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FRISELLA, ANDREW 

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Andrew Frisella, 80, a native of Grand Caillou and resident of Bayou Dularge, 
died Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011.

Memorial services will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's 
Witnesses.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rita Celina Avet Frisella; four 
children, Diana Cox and husband, Herbert, Andy Frisella and wife, Annette, 
Daniel Frisella and wife, Revedie, and Bonita Brupbacher and husband, William; 
and three sisters, Elizabeth Bouchon, Annie Dubois and Tina Gore; and 12 
grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and numerous nephews and nephews

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseppie Frisella Sr. and Rosa Grasso 
Frisella; two brothers, Joseph Jr. and Tony Frisella Jr.; and seven sisters, 
Pearl Aycock, Mary Dover, Camile Treadaway, Rosie Dubois, Josie Frisella, 
Lucille Dugan and Jackamina Temple.

He was a retired sugar cane farmer and a retired school bus driver for 
Terrebonne Parish.

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GASSEN, ROBERT 

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Robert Ferdinand Gassen, 84, a native of Luling and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Monday, Aug. 8, 2011.

Services will be private.

He is survived by his wife, Grace Gros Gassen; one son, William "Will" P. 
Gassen; one sister, Elvie Dempster; and two grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Authur and Lena Gassen; and two 
brothers, Arthur Jr. and William Gassen.

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

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HILL, ROBERT 

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Robert E. Hill, 78, a native of Sandersville, Miss. and resident of Houma, died 
at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Memory Chapel in Laurel, Miss. 
Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the chapel.

He is survived by his wife and companion of 20 years, June G. Hill; his 
stepsons, Daniel Gomez, Elishah Gomez and wife, Ellie, and Caleb Gomez; his 
stepdaughters, Chantal Marcel and husband, Billy, Havilah Beebe and husband, 
Jessie, and Heather Gomez; one son, Keith Hill; one daughter, Kimi Walthers; 
and five grandchildren, Nick, Mason, Gavin, Neeley and Griffin.

He was preceded in death by his parents,, Marie and Ellis Hill.

He was a member of Coteau Baptist Church in Houma.

The family requests flowers be sent to June Hill, 603 Southland Circle, Houma, 
LA 70364.

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KING, TROY 

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Troy Anthony King, 49, native of Houma and resident of Sulphur, died at 11 a.m. 
Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Magnolia 
Cemetery in Houma.

He is survived by his companion, Leatha Martin; his father, Ray T. King Sr.; 
two brothers, Wayne Paul King Sr. and Jack Lawrence King; and one sister, 
Paulette King Marcel.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Eve Foret King; and one brother, Roy T. 
King Jr.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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LEBEOUF, HARRY 

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Harry "Poochie" LeBeouf, 71, a native of Mathews and resident of Shreveport, 
after living most of his life in Chauvin, died Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011.

No services will be held.

He is survived by one brother, David LeBoeuf and wife, Elise; one sister, Ann 
Lirette and husband, Nolan; two nieces, Susan Trapp and Patrice Boudreaux; and 
four nephews, Nolan Lirette Jr., Barry Boudreaux, Terry Boudreaux and Brad 
Boudreaux.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosadell Neil; his parents, Harry M. 
LeBoeuf and Ruby McElroy LeBoeuf; and one sister, Evelyn Boudreaux McCorkle.

He was Catholic, an Army veteran and retired welder. He was a Mason, Shriner 
and a member of the Lions Club.

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LEFORT, PARIS 

Paris Anthony Lefort, 67, died at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011.

A private family memorial mass was held Aug. 9.

He was a technician operator for Loop, Inc. for almost 30 years. He was 
retired.

Melancon Funeral Home of Carencro is in charge of arrangements.

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PAVLU, VELIA 

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Velia Lucille Dupre' Matherne Pavlu, 93, a native of Pointe-aux-Chenes and 
resident of Houma, was born May 5, 1918 and died at 12:51 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home, 5899 La. 
311, Houma and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at First United Methodist 
Church, 6109 La. 311, Houma. Religious services will be held at 10 am. Friday 
at the church, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park.

Velia is survived by four daughters and five sons, Larry E. Matherne and wife, 
Judy Bowen, of Houma, Glynn N. Matherne of Houma, Linda Ledbetter and husband, 
Donald, of Georgetown, Texas, Deanna Webb and husband, Tommy, of Millport, 
Ala., Lance R. Matherne and wife, Teresa Harris, of Gulf Shores, Ala., Nona 
Matherne and companion, Craig Hebert, of Houma, Vaughn E. Matherne of Foley, 
Ala., Mark S. Matherne and wife, Susan Elliott, of Richardson, Texas and Debra 
Fabre and husband, Chris, of Houma; one brother, Levis J. Dupre' of Owensboro, 
Ky.; 28 grandchildren, Gina Matherne Fanguy, Stephen S. Matherne, Troy 
Matherne, Clint Matherne, Tina Matherne, Corey Matherne, Glynn Matherne Jr., 
Chad Matherne, Dana Williams, Deryl Hawkins, Duane Webb, William Webb, Danny 
Webb, Chris Matherne, Kenny Mott, Ernie Mott, Melanie Mott, Robbie Mott, Amber 
Selph, Matthew Selph, April Hebert, Scott Matherne, Emilly Matherne, Logan 
Matherne, Abbey Boudreaux, Daniel Matherne, Kathy Matherne Gregory, Michele 
Chauvin and Sean Chauvin; and 32 great-grandchildren and three great-great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Eustace Matherne and her second 
husband, Julius Pavlu; her parents, Aubin and Nelia Dupre'; three sisters, 
Movelia, Lelia and Lillian; three grandchildren, Candice Matherne, Madalyn Mott 
and Sherry Selph; and one great-grandchild, Darian Theriot.

She graduated from MacDonell Methodist School in 1938, was a member of First 
United Methodist Church of Houma, the United Methodist Women and a member of 
the "Was Young Once" group and AARP. She loved sewing, crocheting, gardening, 
cooking and being with family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to: MacDonell United 
Methodist Children's Services, 8326 Main St., Houma, LA 70363, or First United 
Methodist Church, 6109 La. 311, Houma, LA 70360.

To send condolences please visit www.chauvinfuneralhome.com.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ANTILL, EARL, JR.

Earl P. Antill Jr., 80, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:10 p.m. 
Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Falgout Funeral Home 
Chapel. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 
with burial in Bayou Black Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Wanda Scheffler Antill; two daughters, Debra Hebert 
and husband, Gerald, and Penny Breaux; three brothers, Monroe, Barry, and 
Nelson Antill; three sisters, Barbara Guidry, Lucy Craig and Margaret Dupre; 
and three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Sr. and Dorothy McAdams Antill; 
one brother, Mac Antill; and two sisters, Vivian Antill and Genevieve Cantrell.

He was a parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church and an Air Force veteran.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BILLINGSLEY, NANA 

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Nana Marcha Billingsley, 61, a native of Poplarville, Miss. and resident of Des 
Allemands, died at 5:38 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. 
Religious services will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with 
burial at Rogers Cemetery in Houma.

She is survived by her parents, Robert "Bob" Sr. and Laura Dufrene Owens; four 
brothers, Darrell Billingsley, Robert Jr., and Scott Owens, and Kliner 
Matherne; and two sisters, Christine Meyer and Karen Knight.

She was preceded in death by her aunt and uncle, Lucien and Agnes Matherne.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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BOURG, DORITIS 

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Doritis Aucoin Bourg, 78, a native of Acadia Parish and resident of Houma, died 
at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

No services will be held.

She is survived by one daughter, Carolyn Bourg; and six grandchildren and seven 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Joseph Bourg; her parents, 
Ophy Joseph and Dutille Ville Join Aucoin; one daughter, Michelle B. Bergeron; 
and one grandchild, Joseph Doane.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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EVERY, HAZEL 

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Hazel Lofton Every, 95, a native of Labadieville and resident of Thibodaux, 
died Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Moses Baptist 
Church. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

She is survived by one son, Elijah Lofton Jr. of Lafourche Crossing; four 
daughters, Joyce Julien and Barbara Lofton, both of Thibodaux, and Shirley 
Blackshear and Mary Theresa White, both of New York; and 18 grandchildren, 43 
great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Every; her parents, Lucy 
Promise and Peter Thornbar Sr.; one daughter, Annie Lofton; three brothers, 
Robert Promise, Peter Thornbar Jr. and Lawrence Thornbar; and four sisters, 
Mary Alexander, Lillian Thornbar, Jeannie Thornbar and Adeline Boudreaux.

She was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church at Lafourche Crossing.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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HARDING, LEROY 

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Leroy Harding, 55, a native of Gray and resident of Houma, died Sunday, Aug. 7, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Community Funeral Home. Funeral 
services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Eagle Wright Baptist Church, with 
burial in Halfway Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Musette Harding; his mother, Elouise Harding; three 
sons, Lenwick Harding and wife, Stephanie, Aaron Harding of Houma and Lennotch 
Taplett of California; two daughters, Asanta Green and husband, Steven, of 
Lafayette and LaDonna Hampton of Houma; three brothers, Louis Harding and wife, 
Sandra, of Gray, Elwood Harding of Thibodaux and Reginald Harding of Atlanta; 
three sisters, Ethel Swan of Gray, Aleeta Harding and Danielle Harding both of 
Lafayette; and nine grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Edgar Harding; and his grandparents, 
Joseph and Beatrice Harding, and Ernest and Nellie Harding.

He a member of Eagle Wright Baptist Church and a Captain with The Houma Fire 
Department.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RUIZ, STEPHEN 

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Stephen Burleigh Ruiz, 58, a native of Houma and resident of Roslindale, Mass., 
died Friday, Aug. 5, 2011.

Arrangements have been made for cremation at Forest Hills Crematory through 
Bell O'Dea Funeral Home in Boston. His co-workers have scheduled a memorial 
Mass at their place of employment in Norwood, Mass. His ashes are to be shipped 
to Houma where we will arrange for a memorial Mass at our Catholic Church, Our 
Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church at a later date.

He is survived by his parents, Burleigh J. and Molly Moore Ruiz; one brother, 
Kendall M. and wife, Cynthia Lindner Ruiz; his aunts and uncles, Horace Ruiz 
and wife, (Patricia R.), Ethel R. Webre and husband, (Bud-Dec), Gladys R. 
LeBeouf and husband, (Harry- Dec), and Royce P. Moore and wife, Ophelia H.; and 
24 cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Alfred and Elnola Rivet Ruiz, and 
Willie J. and Stella Butcher Moore; his uncles Warren, Herbert, Roland and 
wife, Ruth P. Ruiz, and Houston (Hilda, Phyllis), Bill (Nell, Laverne), Warren 
and wife, Peggy, and Randolph and wife, Helen Moore; his aunts, Rose M. Lyons 
and husband, John, Josephine and husband, Joseph, and Audrey M. LeBlanc 
(Elphy); and three cousins.

Stephen was born Jan. 8, 1953 at Wm. Beaumont Army Hospital, Fort Bliss, El 
Paso, Texas. He lived in Houma from the age of two months through his college 
years at Nicholls State. He lived in New Orleans for more education and worked 
at Touro Hospital and Gulf South Research. In 1988, he moved to the Boston Area 
when he was employed at the Diagnostics Research Labs which has changed 
ownerships three times- Corning, Bayer, and at present Siemens. His occupation 
was a Senior Research Scientist.

Arrangements in Boston are with Bell O'Dea Funeral Home and in Houma will be 
Chauvin Funeral Home.

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TROXLER, LEONARD 

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Leonard M. Troxler, 90, a native of Hahnville and resident of Alma, died at 
5:04 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of the Most 
Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Hahnville. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday 
at the church, with interment in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Taft.

He is survived by three children, Carl, Craig, and Brian Troxler; two siblings, 
Elva Donnaud and Reta Champagne; and six grandchildren and four great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Troxler; one son, Curt Troxler; 
his parents, Myrtle Joseph Troxler and Ella B. Troxler; and five siblings, 
Merlin, Leander, Clifford, and Ritney Troxler and Hilda Brown.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BOLDEN, LINDA 

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Linda Harris Bolden, 62, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Aug. 9, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 7 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Lucy Catholic 
Church. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in Southdown Cemetery.

She is survived by one daughter, Taleka Bolden; two brothers, Thomas J. Harris 
and wife, Betty, of Detroit and Alton P. Harris of Houma; four sisters, Barbara 
L. Clay of Houma, Judy Smith of Detroit, Elnora Francois and husband, Wilbert, 
of Kissimmee, Fla. and Wendy C. Harris of Houma; and one grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Sherman Bolden; her parents, Wilbert 
Harris Sr. and Laura Celestine Harris; two brothers, Wilbert Harris Jr. and 
James Edward Harris; and one sister, Norma Jean Harris.

She was a member of St. Lucy Catholic Church.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BOUDREAUX, AUTRY, SR.

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Autry "Cookie" Boudreaux Sr., 67, a native and resident of Schriever, died at 
10:22 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Thibodaux Funeral 
Home. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, 
with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

He is survived by his companion, Leona LeBlanc; one son, Autry Boudreaux Jr. 
and wife, Donna G. Boudreaux; one brother, Irvin Boudreaux Jr. and wife, Avela; 
two sisters, Peggy Lassere, and Ramona B. Gautreaux and husband, James 
Gautreaux III; and one grandchild, Amber D. Boudreaux.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Irvin Boudreaux Sr. and June Roundtree 
Boudreaux.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BUTLER, HAZEL 

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Hazel S. Butler, 86, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died 
Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Rock of Ages Baptist Church. 
Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in 
Woodlawn Ranch Cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Dr. James A. Butler Jr. and wife, Linda, and David 
M. Butler Sr. of Houma; two daughters, Donna M. Lancelin of Houston and Sherrel 
A. Butler of Houma; three sisters, Mildred Johnson and husband, Lloyd, Odessa 
Brumfield and husband, Charles, and Orita Baker all of Houma; and 18 
grandchildren and 53 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Butler Sr.; her parents, Albert 
and Cory Stewart; two sons, Gerald Butler and Jessie Barney; one daughter, 
Doris Adams; one brother, Herman Stewart; two sisters, Hilda Lagarde and 
Mahaley Caine; and her grandparents, Albert Stewart Sr. and Ellen Stewart.

She was a member of Rock of Ages Baptist Church and a retired cook.

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

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CALLAIS, LILLIAN 

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Lillian "Lin" A. Callais, 89, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Cut 
Off, died at 7:50 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut 
Off and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 
Cut Off. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in 
the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Alcide Callais; one son, Richard 
Callais and wife, Phyllis; one daughter, Frances C. Smith and husband, Wallace; 
one sister, Alza A. Doucet; and five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren 
and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Juan A. Anselmi and Ada Crosby 
Anselmi; one daughter, Susan Ellen Callais; three brothers, Walter Anselmi, 
Warmosh Anselmi and Irvin Anselmi; and one sister, Bermine "Mim" A. Dantin.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off.

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

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CROWELL, ALBERT JR.

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Bishop Albert Crowell Jr., a native of Houma and resident of Columbus, Ga., 
died Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Mechanicville Emmanuel 
Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by two daughters, Keisha Allen and Alicia Allen; one brother, 
Glenn Crowell; three sisters, Celia McIntyre, Cynthia McGuire and Ruby Morris; 
and three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Crowell Sr. and Aldonia 
Crowell; and one brother, Arthur Crowell.

He was a pastor with Faith Ministry Inc. in Columbus, Ga.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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HARRIS, JUNIOR, JR.

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Junior Harris Jr., 58, a native of St. James and resident of Georgia, died 
Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011 in Augusta, Ga.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mt. Calvary Baptist 
Church, La. 18, St. James. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday 
at the church, with burial in the church cemetery with full military honors.

He is survived by three sons, Junior Harris III of Richmond, Va., Jason Leon 
Harris of Baltimore and John Michael Harris of Augusta, Ga.; one brother, 
Arthur Harris of Metairie; and three aunts, one uncle, one granddaughter and a 
host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Odeal and Junior Harris Sr.; one 
brother, Frederick Harris; his grandparents, Florence and Louis Jones Sr.; and 
seven aunts and one uncle.

He was a retired major in the U.S. Army.

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

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HIDALGO, ROLAND 

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Roland A. "Bud" Hidalgo, 81, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011.

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

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joyce M. Hidalgo; one son, Aaron 
Hidalgo and wife, Celeste; two daughters, Lisa H. Folse and husband, Todd, and 
Jamie H. Verdun; one brother, Arthur Hidalgo; two sisters, Mary Ann McBurney 
and Ouida Pennison; and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Klebert and Alicia Rodrigue Hidalgo; 
one son, Bryon Hidalgo; two brothers, Guy Hidalgo and Frank Hidalgo; and one 
sister, Agnes Mayet.

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

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JOHNSON, PHYLLIS 

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Phyllis Ann Smith Johnson, 56, a native and resident of St. James, died 
Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Luke Baptist 
Church, 5030 La. 18, St. James. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. 
Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Stevenson Jr. and Lance Champagne; four brothers, 
Leroy, Stephen Sr., Sherman Sr. and Nolan Smith; three sisters, Gail Sylve, 
Ruth Joseph and Faye Chopin; and three granddaughters and a host of nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Johnson Sr.; her parents, 
Ernest and Jessie Mae Smith; four brothers, Stafford Sr., Ernest Jr., Eddie and 
Earl Smith; and three sisters, Edna Mae Smith, Eurella Paul and Amelia Jones.

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

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LEBOEUF, JESSE 

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Jesse "Pops" LeBoeuf, 65, a native of Chauvin and resident of Houma, died at 
2:11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home 
of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral 
home, with burial in Rogers Cemetery.

He is survived by two sons, Tony LeBoeuf Sr., and Bobby LeBoeuf and companion, 
Annie Malbrough; two daughters, Paula LeBoeuf and husband, Lester Jr., and Jill 
Fanguy and companion, Jerome Fanguy; seven brothers, Junius Jr., Leo, Dennis, 
Walter, Richard, Freddie and wife, Paula, and Benjamin Ragas; one sister, Fay 
and husband, Herbert Hebert Jr.; nine grandchildren and two great-
grandchildren; and special friend, Alice Foret.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marylaine Blanchard; his parents, Mabel 
and Junius LeBoeuf Sr.; and one sister, Gail Ragas.

He loved his old car, a 1966 Chrysler 300.

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

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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LEDET, ROLAND 

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Roland Ledet, 70, a lifelong resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Carolyn Breaux Ledet; two daughters, 
Kelly Ledet Burlette, and Aimee Ledet Krog and husband, Benjamin; one son, 
Brian Jude Ledet; five grandchildren, Mary Anne Burlette, Emma Burlette, George 
Krog, Anne Krog and Charlotte Krog; and three siblings, C.J. Crochet and wife, 
Rosalie, Larry Ledet, and Gayle Ledet Fonseca and husband, Bobby.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew Joseph Ledet and Louise Bourg 
Ledet.

He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. He was a 
veteran of the Armed Forces and a salesman with Baker Atlas Wireline Services 
for more than 40 years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing after he retired.

To send condolences please visit www.chauvinfuneralhome.com.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RODRIGUE, HELEN 

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Helen Rose Guidry Rodrigue, 74, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 
10:45 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, 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 four sons, Brian Rodrigue and wife, Mary Beth, of Raceland, 
Kevin Rodrigue and wife, Connie, of Chackbay, Wayne Rodrigue and companion, 
Roxanne Cheramie, of Raceland and Craig Rodrigue of Houma; two daughters, Carol 
Falgoust and husband, Milton, of Raceland and Linda Kraemer of Chackbay; one 
brother, Enis Guidry; two sisters, Geraldine G. Adams and June G. Detillier; 
eight grandchildren, Brian Rodrigue Jr., Ryan Rodrigue, Lacey R. Gill, Nick 
Rodrigue, Jacob Boudreaux, Nicole Falgoust, Lindsay Kraemer and Dustin Kraemer; 
three step-grandchildren, Kristie Gonzales, Laurie Talbot and Joshua Daigle; 
and four great-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter C. Rodrigue; and her parents, 
Sam Guidry and Enola Uzee Guidry.

She was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church. She was a loving and caring 
mother and grandmother, who loved to cook for Sunday gatherings. She was a 
retired nurse of 26 years at St. Anne Hospital. She loved her orchids and her 
dog Paco.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SAVOIE, JOHN 

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John Darin Laurent Savoie, 46, a native of Dallas, died Monday, Aug. 1, 2011.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 at Chapelwood United 
Methodist Church, 11140 Greenbay, Houston, TX 77024.

He is survived by his daughter, Allyissa Ann LeBoeuf; his parents, James E. 
"Jim" and Nancy C. Savoie; two sisters, Lee Burnham and husband, Jim, and 
Suzanne Puckett and husband, Ronnie; and three nieces and three nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Brandon Savoie.

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GAUDET, NORMAN 

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Norman Joseph Gaudet, 84, a native of Raceland and resident of Thibodaux, died 
at 5:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Falgout Funeral Home 
in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral 
home, with burial at Sunset Cemetery in Bayou Gauche.

He is survived by six sons, Teddy Gaudet and wife, Connie, Joseph Gaudet and 
wife, Reba, Wayne "Rooster" Gaudet and wife, Bevarly, Keith Gaudet, Rene Gaudet 
and wife, Donna, and Carron "Paul" Gaudet and wife, Marlene; one daughter, 
Cherylann Zeringue; three brothers, Noland, Arthur, and Ray Gaudet; and 22 
grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchidren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rene and Blanche Bourgeois Gaudet; one 
daughter, Rosetta Gaudet; one grandchild, Norman M. Gaudet; and two brothers, 
Earl Gaudet and Benton Gaudet.

He was a World War II Navy veteran from 1944-1947.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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THIBODAUX, SADIE 

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Sadie Mae Thibodaux, 78, a native of St. Charles Community and resident of 
Thibodaux, died at 12:45 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday 
at the funeral home chapel, with burial in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Herman Thibodaux Sr.; one son, 
Herman Thibodaux Jr.; and one brother, Leonce Lirette.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Samson and Hilda Himel Lirette; and 
one brother, Samson Lirette Jr.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CUSICK, SANDRA 

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Sandra Cusick, 73, a native of Illinois and resident of Gray, died Thursday, 
Aug. 11, 2011.

No services are scheduled.

She is survived by two daughters, Leigh Ann Bertinot and husband, Webster, and 
Lou Ann Domangue and husband, Dan; one brother, Franklin Mitchell; one sister, 
Dolores Foster; and four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gale L. Cusick Jr.; her parents, 
Kenneth and Lula Mitchell; and one daughter, Carol Lynn Cusick.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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LANDRY, MASON 

Mason Eugene Landry, infant, a native and resident of Houma, died at 9:05 a.m. 
Friday, Aug. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Samart Funeral 
Home, with a graveside service to follow at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Bourg.

He is survived by his parents, Devin P. Landry and Staci Ruth Martin; and his 
grandparents, Kent Wayne Landry and Tammy Lee Folmar, and Cheryl Samanie and 
Joseph Martin.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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MCCOLLUM, NANCY 

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Nancy Cherie McCollum, 58, a native of Atlanta and resident of Houma, died at 
7:43 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011.

Visitiation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time today at Chauvin Funeral 
Home. Liturgy of the Word wil be held at 1 p.m. today at the funeral home.

She is survived by two sons, Brandon Joe Bourg and G. Peter Bourg Jr., both of 
Houma; two daughters, Cynthia J. Bourg of Houma and Alicia Verret and husband, 
Sammy, of Bourg; her stepmother, Judy McCollum of Buford, Ga.; two brothers, 
Rodney McCollum and wife, Ruth, of Pass Christian, Miss. and Joe Curtis 
McCollum Jr. of Loganville, Ga.; one sister, Sandra K. Bean and husband, Daniel 
of Bottineau, ND; and six grandchildren, Johnathan and Dylan Guidry, Brandon, 
Brendon and Gage Bourg, Jeana' Dehart, Destanie, London and Kyden Verret.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe Curtis McCollum and Helen 
McCollum; and one sister, Robin Britt.

She was an eccentric humanitarian who believed in honesty and love. A woman who 
mastered the art of thought and rejected arrogance. A woman who loved her 
children and grandchildren to the point of exhaustion. You shall never be 
forgotten pretty bird ... you have been and will always be our wisdom!

"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard 
but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear."

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SARTIN, CINDY 

Cindy Louise Sartin, 48, a native and resident of Houma, died at 6:50 a.m. 
Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 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 at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 
2.

She is survived by her son, Michael Sartin and wife, Jennifer of Houma; two 
daughters, Ashley Sartin Blanchard and husband, Kyle, of Gray and Katie Sartin 
and companion, Dustin St. Germain, of Houma; two sisters, Bernadette Luke and 
husband, Francis, of Gray and Lisa LeBoeuf and husband, Huey, of Houma; four 
grandchildren, Chloe Sartin, Gavin Sartin, Isabella Blanchard and Logan Sartin; 
and her mother, Carolyn Garrett of Houma.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Dean Sartin; her father, 
James Daniel Garrett; and her grandparents, Beulah Ann Duplantis Doiron and 
G.D. Doiron Jr., and John W. and Minnie Garrett.

She was a parishioner of Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. She was a devoted 
and loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and godparent.

The children of Cindy would like to express their gratitude to Cindy's sister 
and caretaker, Bernadette Luke, for everything she has done for their mother.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TERREBONNE, MAMIE 

Mamie Hutchinson Terrebonne, 69, a native of Houma and resident of Golden 
Meadow, died at 7:14 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow, with Mass to follow at the church. 
Burial will be at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano.

She is survived by two daughters, Deandra T. Boudreaux and Sandra T. Bourgue; 
five brothers, Magnus Hutchinson Jr., Minus Hutchinson, Michael Hutchinson, 
Jeffery Hutchinson and Anthony Hutchinson; two sisters, Mayvelle H. Hebert and 
Maude H. Hebert; her sister-in-law, Betty T. Plaisance; five grandchildren, 
Scott J. Leger Jr., Casey Boudreaux, Carley Boudreaux, Colby Boudreaux and 
Gabrielle Galjour Richaux; and five great-grandchildren, Sara Leger, Harley 
Leger, Liam Leger, Maddox Leger and Alayla Galjour.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry J. Terrebonne; her parents, 
Magnus J. Hutchinson Sr. and Lucia Brunet Hutchinson; her set-mother, Lucina 
Bourg Rogers Hutchinson; her father-in-law, Alcede J. Terrebonne; her mother-
in-law, Violet Cheramie Terrebonne; two brothers, Earl Hutchinson and Melvin 
Hutchinson; two grandchildren, Danielle Boudreaux and Rafe Terrebonne; and one 
great-grandchild, Aria Violette Leger.

She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden 
Meadow.

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

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WHITE, DONALD 

Donald D. White, 82, a native of Phillipsburg, Kan. and a resident of Luling, 
died at 12:10 p.m. Friday, August 12, 2011. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 
funeral time Monday at Holy Family Catholic Church in Luling, with Mass to 
follow at the church.

He is survived by his wife, Laura Gaudet White; one son, Glenn White; one 
daughter, Denise Frosina and husband, Joseph; and two sisters, Marlene Romjue 
and Shirley Conway.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy White and Lala Woods White.

He was a Korean War Army veteran, member of the VFW, Holy Family Knights of 
Columbus and Busy Bees. He retired from Monsanto in 1986.

Falgout Funeral Homes in Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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BARRIOS, DORIS 

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Doris C. Barrios, 91, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 6:45 p.m. 
Friday, Aug. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Landry's Funeral Home. 
Mass will be held at 1 p.m. today at St. Genevieve Catholic Church, with burial 
in St. Joseph Cemetery.

She is survived by one son, Randy Barrios; one daughter, Janis Durocher; nine 
grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; two half 
brothers, Harvey and Manuel Clement; and one half sister, Gloria Crochet.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raoul Barrios; her parents, Clerfe 
and Nora Chiasson Clement; one son, Larry Barrios; three brothers, Nolan, 
Ashton, and Herbert Clement; two sisters, Nora Clement and Ezra Gros; and one 
great-grandchild.

She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary 5097, St. Genevieve Ladies Alter 
Society and the Ombudsman Organization. She was a nursing home volunteer and 
she enjoyed and loved her family and friends.

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

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ELLIS, MARC 

Marc Ellis, 45, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Montegut, died Aug. ...., 
2011.

Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Thibodaux funeral Home. Chapel. 
Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic 
Church. Interment will take place at a later date.

He is survived by his parents, Wayne Ellis and Millie Buoniconti; one daughter, 
Kimberly Miller; two brothers, Gary and Randy Ellis; and two grandchildren, 
Brooklyn Burwell and Jude Miller.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Edward Ellis II.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MARTIN, BELLA 

Bella Martin, 94, a native and resident of Houma, died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. 
Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial in Matherne Cemetery.

She is survived by three sons, Kirkland Martin and wife, Nancy, of Houma, 
Andrew Martin and wife, Ann, of Lake Charles, and Luke Martin and wife, Stella, 
of Rock Hill, S.C.; one daughter, Margie Boudreaux and husband, Clay of Gray; 
one daughter-in-law, Joyce Martin of Houma; and 17 grandchildren and numerous 
great and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Wyatt Martin; her parents, 
Telemac and Ernestine Matherne; one son, Silas Martin; and two sisters, Edith 
Martherne and Jeanne LeBlanc.

She was a member of Bayou Blue Assembly of God. She was a Godly woman who was 
often found in prayer.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PELLEGRIN, EDNA 

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Edna Marie Pellegrin, 61, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:58 p.m. 
Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. A U.V.L. military service will be held at 11 
a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. 
Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial to follow after services.

She is survived by her husband, Phillip Pellegrin of Houma; her mother, Mary 
Pellegrin of Bourg; two sons, Michael Pellegrin of Houma and Ethan Staley of 
Houma; five brothers, Collins Pellegrin Jr. and wife, Crystal, of Amelia, 
Justilian Pellegrin and wife, Susan, of Chauvin, Ouris Pellegrin and wife, 
Melissa, of North Carolina, Adam Pellegrin of Bourg, and John Pellegrin and 
wife, Angel, of Bourg; five sisters, Virginia "Jenny" Pellegrin and husband, 
Ruby, of Chauvin, Mary Toups and husband, Francis, of Chauvin, Marie Pellegrin 
of Houma, Sadie Trahan and husband, Stephen, of Houma and Jeanne Zeringue and 
husband, Gary, of Bayou Blue; and numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces 
and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Oris Paul Pellegrin and Marie 
Eve Pellegrin, and Ernest Joseph Benoit and Eve Marie Benoit; her father, 
Collins Pellegrin Sr.; and her godmother, Leola Marie Benoit and godfather, 
Newman Joseph Benoit.

She was a member of Shield of God. She liked to quilt, loved her pets and 
helped many people and thought of others before herself. She was loved by her 
entire family and will be greatly missed; but not forgotten.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GARATIE, JOHN 

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John Francis "Jack" Garatie, 82, a native of New Orleans, raised in Algiers and 
lived in Empire for most of his adult life, died Sunday, Aug. 14, 2011.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation from 9 a.m. to 
funeral time Thursday at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funereal home chapel.

He is survived by his brother-in-law, Roy Bush; two sisters-in-law, Marie Saux 
Garatie and Alyce Roschuni Garatie; the families of 12 nieces and nephews; and 
the family of his dear friends, Natalie Coulon and the late Stanley Coulon.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jennie Daley Garatie and Leon Anthony 
Garatie; two brothers, Leon D. Garatie and Thomas Joseph Garatie; and one 
sister, Elaine Garatie Bush.

After losing his home to Hurricane Katrina, he spent several years in Houma, 
living near family. His final days were spent in the Southeast Louisiana War 
Veterans Home in Reserve. Jack loved the water and spent his youth working on 
boats along the Mississippi River. He later worked on the charter boat, 
"Cougar" based in Empire. As a young man, he served his country proudly in the 
U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was a member of the Veterans of 
Foreign Wars, Marine Corps Association and the American Legion. Jack loved 
fishing, hunting, the outdoors and working with his hands.

Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrrangements.

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ROGERS VIRGIE 

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Virgie B. Rogers, 83, a native and resident of Houma, died at 9:35 a.m. Sunday, 
Aug. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel and 
from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de 
Sales Cemetery No. 2.

She is survived by four sons, Albert Jr. and wife, Cynthia, Jimmy and wife, 
Brenda, Eugene and wife, Kathy, and Johnny and wife, Mary; two daughters, 
Malvina R. Breaux and Lottie Bell and husband, Kenneth; one brother, Mitchell 
Bourg; three sisters, Odessa Foret, Betty Jean Sorello and Elizabeth Vial; and 
15 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Joseph Rogers Sr.; one son, 
Donald Anthony Rogers; three brothers, Taylor, Anderson, and Harrison Bourg; 
and three sisters, Evelyn Grabert, Mary Ann Duplantis and Catherine Rogers.

She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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UGAS, SHARON 

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Sharon Goulette Ugas, 54, a native of Demopolis, Ala. and resident of Houma, 
died at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. 
Religious services will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

She is survived by her husband, Rickey Ugas; three sons, R.J. Ugas and wife, 
Taryn, of Houma, Bobby Ugas and wife, Laura, of Houma and Dylan Souldier of 
Houma; one daughter, Hope Dukes Moore and husband, Robert of Linden, Ala.; four 
sisters, Connie Teague, Tina Lyons, Terri Sikes of Houma and Vikki Hamilton of 
Winter Springs, Fla.; one stepbrother, Donald Ugas; one stepsister, Dawn 
Bordelon; and three grandchildren, Autumn, Lindsey, and Hayden Ugas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Rose Goulette.

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

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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WILLIAMS, WESTLEY 

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Westley Williams, 57, a native of Mathews and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Bell Baptist 
Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the 
church, with burial at
St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Mathews.

He is survived by his wife, Janice Williams of Thibodaux; his mother, Josephine 
Williams of Thibodaux; three sons, Westley Blackledge of Houma, Dontrell 
Mathews and Devin Jackson both of Thibodaux; six daughters, Bernice 
Poindexter and Cherkah Robinson both of Raceland, and Gloria Williams, Nicole 
Williams, Brandy Williams and Ashley Williams all of Thibodaux; four brothers, 
Egerald Williams Sr. of Lockport, Lionel Williams, Vernell Williams and Johnell 
Williams, all of Thibodaux, and Arthur Williams of Houston; seven sisters, 
Enola Robinson of Marrero, and Eatel Williams, Octavia Alexander, Daisy Gray, 
and Evella Owens, all of Thibodaux, and Odether Gray of Atlanta and Josephine 
Jackson of Scramento, Calif.; 69 grandchildren; 138 great-grandchildren and 12 
great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Williams; two brothers, Simuel 
and Arbor Williams; two sisters, Beverly Harper and Olister Smith; and 
grandparents, Issac and Octavia Atkins, and Westley Williams and Olister 
Williams.

He was a member of St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church and also a member of 
the National Guard.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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ALLISON, TANISHA 

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Tanisha M. Allison, 35, a native and resident of Baton Rouge, died Tuesday, 
Aug. 9, 2011, as a result of an automobile accident.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Pius X Catholic 
Church, 6580, Mickens Road, Baton Rouge. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday 
at the church, with burial in Green Oaks Memorial Park. Ivy Beyond The Wall 
Ceremony services will be held at noon.

She is survived by her parents, Joseph and Janice Allison; and two aunts, 
godparents, and a host of other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, John Wesley and Lillian 
Green; her paternal grandparents, Lannie and Mary Lou Malveaux Allison; and one 
aunt and two uncles.

She was a kindergarten teacher of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System.

In lieu of flowers, children book donations are requested and may be brought to 
the service Thursday. Monetary donations may be made to Polk Elementary School 
in Baton Rouge.

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

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BOUDREAUX, FOLSE 

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Folse "Teedy" Richard Boudreaux, 81, a native of Morgan City and resident of 
Thibodaux, was born Feb. 7, 1930 and passed away Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011 in 
Frisco, Texas.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home, 104 St. 
Patrick Highway, Thibodaux and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Christ 
the Redeemer Catholic Church, 720 Talbot Ave., Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 
10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in 
Thibodaux.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Betty Lois Boudreaux (nee), and is the 
loving father of Jill and Harold Sonnier of Flower Mound, Texas, Kevin and 
Sylvia Boudreaux of Jacksonville, Fla., Brian and Lisa Boudreaux of Sulphur, 
Mark and Danna Boudreaux of Hartselle, Ala., Brett and Jamie Boudreaux of Lake 
Charles, and Melissa and Steve Bell of Mesquite, Texas; one sister, Janet 
Boudreaux Courtney of Morgan City; and 15 grandchildren and six great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lovelace Joseph and Viola Margaret 
Folse Boudreaux; two brothers, Benjamin Andrew Boudreaux and Lovelace Joseph 
Boudreaux Jr.; and one sister, Grace Audrey Boudreaux Carpenter.

Mr. Boudreaux was retired from Sun Oil company in 1986 after 36 years of 
service. He was a graduate of Sacred Heart Catholic High School, Morgan City 
and studied petroleum engineering at Nicholls State University. An active 
member of his church and community, Mr. Boudreaux was a member of the "Sodality 
of Our Lady" (since 1941), served on the Zoning Board of Adjustment for the 
city of Thibodaux (1997-2003). He was a member of Lafayette Petroleum Club, 
Houston Club, Corpus Christi Town Club and Corpus Christi Yacht Club. He was 
also a member of Knights of Columbus Christ the Redeemer Council 8906, 
Thibodaux High School Band Boosters Club (1969-1979), and the Smokey Mountains 
Parks and Recreations Ambassador Volunteer (1990-2004). He was honorably 
discharged from the Louisiana National Guard with the rank of Staff Sergeant.

Mr. Boudreaux was an avid carpenter and traveler. He is loved and will be 
missed by family and friends.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MANERY, ELFRIEDE 

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Elfriede Hildegard Meier Manery, 79, native of Nurnberg, Germany and resident 
of Thibodaux, died at 2:45 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14, 2011.

Private services will be held at a later date.

She is survived by one son, Ricky Manery and wife, Lisa; one daughter, Susan 
Binnings and husband, Earl II; and three nephews, two nieces, three 
grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Lee Manery; her parents, Karl 
Meyer and Marie Meier Rodl; one brother, Robert Rodl II; one sister, Gertrude 
Rodl Johnson; and one nephew, Richard Johnson.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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PARKS, DWAYNE 

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Dwayne P. Parks, 47, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 10:36 a.m. 
Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011.

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

He is survived by his parents, Harold Parks Sr. and Judy Robichaux Parks; one 
son, Joshua Parks; and two brothers, Troy and Harold Jr. Parks.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RINK, ADLEY SR.

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Adley "Yap" Rink Sr., 73, a native and resident of Choctaw, died at 9:15 a.m. 
Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday and from 7 a.m. to funeral time 
Friday at Choctaw Volunteer Fire Department. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. 
Friday at St. James Chapel in Choctaw, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Elena Mae D. Rink; his children, Gary 
F. Rink and wife, Lisa, Bonnie Thibodaux and husband, Randy, Amanda Rink and 
Leroy Cortez Jr., Sabrina Rink, and Adley Rink Jr. and wife, Jeannie; and 13 
grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard Rink and Azalie Hebert Rink; 
one son, Johnathon "Poncho" J. Rink; and three brothers, Norbert Rink Sr., 
Robert Rink and James Rink.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TABLER, HARRIET 

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Harriet Rose Holloway Tabler, 71, a native of Louisville, Ky. and resident of 
Houma, died Monday, Aug. 15, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 10 
a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Eloi Cemetery in Theriot.

She is survived by four children, Vincent Tabler and wife, Cynthia, Deborah 
Tabler, Tammy Tabler Carlos and husband, Al, and Vickie Tabler Daisy and 
husband, Jeff; two sisters, Charlotte Scrogham and husband James, and Barbara 
Poston and husband, Norman; 11 grandchildren, Derrick Acosta, Devin Acosta, 
Lacey Tabler, Joshua Tabler and companion, Courtney Smith, Brandon Soudelier 
and companion, Amanda Lirette, Suzanne Soudelier Cunningham, Damion Carlos, 
Leah, Lauren, and Brooke Foret and Hunter Daisy; four great-grandchildren, 
Alayna Dies, Nevaeh Cunningham, Kayden Tabler and Jaylee Soudelier; and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Mildred Holloway.

She was a dedicated employee for the Terrebonne Council of Aging for 35 years. 
She was a member of the "Red Riding Hood" Red Hat Society and a member of the 
LaPetite Theater. Her greatest joy was being involved with her families lives. 
She was a very devoted friend and caring person to many.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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TALBOT, ELEANOR 

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Eleanor Falterman Talbot, 70, a native of Napoleonville and resident of 
Labadieville, died at 5 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Philomena 
Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at 
the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Michael J. Talbot; one daughter, Michelle 
Talbot Garcia; three grandchildren, Meghan Elizabeth Aucoin, Tate Michael 
Aucoin and Gracie Maria Garcia; and three brothers, Patrick Falterman, Anthony 
Falterman and Chester Falterman.

She was preceded in death by her father, Lester Patrick Falterman and mother, 
Genevieve LeBlanc Falterman; and one brother, Timothy Lester Falterman.

She loved her family and friends and loved traveling.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be sent to St. 
Genevieve Playground Fund, 807 Barbier Ave., Thibodaux, LA 70301.

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

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CALLAIS, FRANKLIN 

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Franklin D. Callais, 70, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 2:40 
a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Lafourche Fellowship 
Lodge 484. Religious services will be held at noon today at the lodge, with 
burial at Hebert Cemetery in Galliano.

He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Joycelyn Ledet Callais; three sons, 
Timmy Callais Sr. and wife, Melissa, Mark Callais Sr. and wife, Joyce, and 
Michael Callais Sr. and wife, Rachel; one stepson, Antonio Pequeno and wife, 
Angela; one stepdaughter, Angelique Cox and husband, De; one brother, Guill 
Callais Jr.; one sister, Verna Guidroz; and nine grandchildren, five step-
grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Guill Callais Sr. and El Rita Callais.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CHAMPAGNE, JAMES 

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James M. Champagne, 73, a lifelong resident of Marrero, entered into eternal 
rest on Monday, Aug. 15, 2011.

Relatives and friends, also employees of Jefferson Parish School Board System 
are invited to attend the visitation from 6 to 11 p.m. today and from 8 to 
11:30 a.m. Friday at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd. Marrero. Mass will 
be held at noon Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 4401 7th 
Street, Marrero, with interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna. For 
information 504-366-4343.

He is survived by his beloved and loving wife of 52 years, Eloise Breaux 
Champagne of Dulac; his children, Carla C. Rodrigue and husband, Troy, Ryan J. 
Champagne and wife, Liz, and Cherie C. Alombro and husband, "Nunnie"; his 
grandchildren whom he loved and adored, Jeffery Chaisson III, Kylie Conrad, 
Lane Conrad, Amber Rodrigue, Troy Rodrigue Jr., Hannah Champagne; two expected 
great-grandchildren; one brother, Gerald Champagne Sr.; brother and sisters-in-
law, Adruel Luke, Juanita Tauzin and Lenora Breaux; and a host of nieces and 
nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Rhea Champagne; and sister-
in-law, Mae Doris Simon.

James was an avid golfer and a retired bus driver for Jefferson Parish Schools. 
He will be deeply missed by his many lifelong friends whom he considered to be 
family.

The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the Staff of LSU 
Trauma Unit, especially Lindsey Bienvenu and Jeremy Landry; the Staff of Oceans 
Specialty Hospital, especially Ki Monroe, Diane Anderson and the Staff of the 
Respiratory Department; the Staff of West Jefferson Medical Center, 3 West 
especially Derek Williamson and Jennifer Rodriguez; and his many doctors, 
especially Dr. Cherie Niles.

Mothe Funeral Home of Marrero is in charge of arrangements.

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CHERAMIE, KENDALL 

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Kendall Anthony Cheramie, 51, a native and resident of Houma, died at 2:55 a.m. 
Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home 
of Houma. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral 
home.

He is survived by his father and stepmother, Wilton "Tony" Antoine Cheramie and 
wife, Debra; his mother and stepfather, Linda Nell Martin Rodrigue and husband, 
Peter "Stephen"; one son, Lance Michael Cheramie and wife, Daisy; one daughter, 
Misty Lynn Cheramie Pontiff and husband, Michael Jr. "Mike"; one granddaughter; 
three brothers, Wendell, Mitchel, and Fabian Cheramie; one sister, Priscilla 
Sanca; his grandparents, Horace and Eve Hebert Pierce; two stepbrothers, Keith 
Landry and Dean Rodrigue; and two stepsisters, Pamela Tregle and Peggy Benoit.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Widman and Liza Pierce Cheramie, 
William and Doris Authement Martin, and Denis and Elma Marse Rodrigue.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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ENGLISH, PIPER 

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Piper Angelle' English, 25 days, a resident of Chauvin, died Saturday, Aug. 13, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at New Hope Outreach 
Center in Houma. Religious services will be held at 11:30 a.m. today at the 
church, with burial in Grace Christian Memorial Gardens in Houma.

On July 19, 2011 was a wonderful and loving day for Michael and Ursula LeBlanc 
English of Chauvin, for on that day God gave them 4 pounds, 12 ounces, Piper 
Angelle' English.

Piper was welcomed with great love by sister, Sinamon Denee'; brother, Steven; 
grandparents, Jimmy and Nancy English; Uncle Paul and Aunt Judy English, Uncle 
John English and Aunt Susan Bourgeois; great-grandmother, Mildred English; 
great- aunt, Carol Thomas; great-uncles, Jimmy Thomas and Butch Fletcher; Nanny 
Sharon Sonier and Parrin, Richard Sonier; Uncle Shadrick A. Pierron Jr.; and 
cousins, John English Jr. and Keyna Slaughter and many many others.

On Aug. 13, 2011, Piper was welcomed to heaven by great-grandfather, John H. 
English; grandparents, Charles and Joyce LeBlanc; uncles, James English Jr. and 
Michael LeBlanc; and great-grandparents, Ray and Marie Fletcher, and Scotty 
Sonier.

A very special thank you goes to Jackson Missionary Baptist Church and to Lynn, 
Becky, Patt, Cat, Mike and many other who had us in their prayers.

Dearest Piper, please know that our greatest blessing was having you.

Love, Daddy, Mommy, Sinamon Denee'.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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FLATAU, IVY 

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Ivy Mae Flatau, 94, a native of Colon, Republic of Panama, a resident of Houma, 
and formerly of Dickinson, Texas, retiring in 1974, died Sunday, Aug. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Friday at Crowder Funeral Home. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with 
interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Dickinson, Texas.

She is survived by her daughters, Betty L. Taylor of Dickinson, Texas and Patsy 
Ambrogis of Houma; and nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Flatau; and her son, Rudy 
Flatau.

Crowder Funeral Home of Dickinson, Texas is in charge of arrangements.

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GRISHAM, JANICE 

Janice Elaine Grisham, 64, a native of Hereford, Texas and resident of Houma, 
died at 9:21 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral 
services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Michael Grisham; her mother, Winnie 
Mae Mays Tucker; one son, Paul Grisham; one daughter, Michelle Grisham; and one 
brother, Tommy Tucker.

She was preceded in death by her father, Derwood Carl Tucker.

Jan devoted her life to her family and her profession. Her faith in God and 
love for others drove her to help everyone around her achieve their full 
potential and strive for excellence. She was a lifetime educator, and the 
director of the Gifted and Talented program at Houma Junior High School for 
nearly 25 years. She was a National Board certified teacher and a mentor to 
other teachers. During her tenure at Houma Junior High, she took pride in 
coaching the Quiz Bowl team and her teams won multiple championships. She was 
rewarded the honor of being selected as Middle School Teacher of the Year for 
the state of Louisiana in 2005. She was a two-time survivor of cancer (breast 
cancer and multiple myeloma.) Although she was often private about her illness, 
not wanting to worry others, in recent years she found purpose in encouraging 
others who were also living with the challenges of cancer. She was a member of 
First Baptist Church, Houma, and her faith in God gave her the strength to stay 
hopeful despite her illnesses. She leaves behind a legacy of education and 
changing lives. Her joy was always in teaching and encouraging children, 
beginning with her own two children, and the thousands of students she taught.

To send condolences please visit www.chauvinfuneralhome.come.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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HARRIS, CAROLYN 

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Carolyn "Sassy C" Harris, 39, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of 
Houma, died Friday, Aug. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne 
Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Dularge 
Community Baptist Church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, David L. Harris of Houma; her parents, Louis 
Walker and Lillian Woods of Houma; two daughters, Ronicka Walker and Janicka 
Walker of Houma; three sisters, Mary Johnson, Sharon Woods and Amanda Woods of 
Houma; and one grandchild.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Louis Walker Jr.; and her 
grandparents, Thomas and Lilly Calloway Woods, and Alex and Virginia Robertson 
Walker.

She was Baptist and a homemaker.

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

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HEBERT, CLAUDE 

Claude Hebert, 67, a native and resident of Choctaw, died at 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, 
Aug. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. James Chapel. 
Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the chapel, with burial in 
the church cemetery.

He is survived by his companion, Esmarella Tingo; one brother, Larry Hebert; 
and four sisters, Glory H. Domangue, Anna H. Boudreaux, Estha H. Boudreaux and 
Lucy H. Delatte.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joacyned and Eve Tabor Hebert; one 
brother, John Hebert; and Irene H. Ordoyne.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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POLITZ, JOHN 

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John S. Politz, 81, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Wednesday, 
Aug. 17, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Friday at Landry's Funeral Home in Napoleonville. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. 
Friday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Hidalgo Politz; five daughters, Linda Usey 
and husband, Terry, Susan Landry and husband, Roy, Charlene Landry and husband, 
Emmett Jr.; Lisa Boudreaux and husband, Jason, and Jill Granier and husband, 
James; one brother, Russell "Bill" Politz; one sister, Lucille Simoneaux; and 
10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gaetano Politz and Rosa Macaluso 
Politz; two brothers, Peter Politz and Anthony Politz; and three sisters, Doris 
Mascarella, Mary Landry and Josie Simoneaux.

Mr. Politz has been the owner of Politz's Restaurant for 45 years. He is a 
veteran of the U.S. Air Force and the Korean Conflict.

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

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TERRY, BLAKE 

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Blake Anthony Terry, 27, a native of Ocean Springs, Miss. and raised in 
Lockport, was born Mar. 21, 1984 and died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2011.

A memorial visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Savior 
Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday at the 
church.

He is survived by his loving wife, Rachel and "Baby Hank" on the way; his 
parents, Scott and Cindie Roussel, and Tony and Lucy Terry; sister and brother-
in-law, Whitney and Daniel Fletcher; brother and sister-in-law, Dustin and Katy 
Terry; stepsisters, Ally and Jessica Brown; godchildren, Adrienne and Austin 
Terry; mother and father-in-law, Kathi and Gary Walker; brothers-in-law, 
Clayton Walker and Gary Walker Jr.; his grandparents, Mary Terry, Vivian 
Roussel, Reba Brown, and Thomas and Mary Dadvidson; and his band of brothers, 
Allen Gautreaux Jr., Randy Boudreaux II, Nick Toups, Jesse Lagarde and Jonathon 
Noble.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Chester Terry, Arthur Roussel and 
Woody Brown.

Blake was an avid outdoorsman, who loved to dive, fish, hunt, race boats and 
anything else related to water. He loved spending as much time with family and 
friends as possible and lived every day to his fullest.

In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted for a trust fund for "Baby 
Hank." In addition, donations will be accepted through the "Blake Terry 
Memorial Foundation" a non-profit organization for "Rescue and Recovery of 
Missing Divers." Checks payable to Rachel Walker for the "Baby Hank" trust fund 
or to the "Blake Terry Memorial Foundation," addressed to 853 Martinez Road, 
Thibodaux, LA 70301.

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ADAMS, ISREAL 

Isreal Adams, 60, a native of Klotzville and resident of New Orleans, died 
Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Williams and 
Southall Funeral Home, 5414 La. 1, Napoleonville. Religious services will be 
held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with cremation to follow.

He is survived by his wife, Catherine Adams; one son, Jeffery and wife, Felicia 
Adams; one daughter, LaQuita and husband, Deshaun Watson; two brothers, Edward 
and Ernest Adams; three sisters, Julia Ann Rodney, Sheila Anderson and Beverly 
Adams; and five grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Dora Adams; three brothers, 
Robert Sr., Henry, and Michael Adams; and one sister, Luvenia Parker.

He was a retired construction worker.

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

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AYO, SYLVIA 

Sylvia R. Ayo, 100, a native of Bourg and resident of Cut Off, died at 9:57 
a.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, 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 one son, Dr. Donald J. Ayo and wife, Jean; one daughter, 
Mrs. Roland (Catherine) Boudreaux; one daughter-in-law, Geraldine Callais Ayo; 
her grandchildren, Barry, Arthur, and Monique Boudreaux, Allison Breaux, 
Christopher, Joy, Gerald Jr., and Josh Ayo and Margo Sweet; her great-
grandchildren, Melissa Naquin, Michael Boudreaux, Alicia, Mary Catherine, and 
Elizabeth Ayo, Haley Montez, Macie and Seth Keenan, Juliana Sweet, Tyler and 
Thomas Breaux, and Dante and Raleigh Billiot; and her great-great-
grandchildren, Adeline, Alyce, and Andrew Naquin and Reece Montez.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 78 years, Randolph Joseph Ayo; her 
parents, Van Charles and Josephine LeCompte Rogers; one son, Gerald Joseph Ayo 
Sr.; one daughter, Mae Rita Ayo Hitt; four brothers, Clause, Llewellyn, 
Russell, and Frances Rogers; and eight sisters, Beulah LeBouef, Mildred 
Rodrigue, Odette Schouest, Camille Boquet, Jacqueline Dugas, Rita Rogers, 
Barbara Rogers and Beverly Rogers.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off and a member 
of the Ladies Alter Society and Catholic Daughters.

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

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CHIASSON, PERCY 

Percy John Chiasson, 74, of Denham Springs, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 10, 
2011, at The Carpenter House surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Seale Funeral Home, 
Denham Springs. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the funeral 
home, officiated by Deacon Rudy Stahl, Deacon Jack Jung and Rev. Tommy 
Bergeron. Burial will be at Denham Springs Memorial Cemetery.

He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Rita Milton Chiasson; two 
daughters, Lisa C. Hanegan and husband, Mike, of Denham Springs and Denise C. 
Kerby and husband, Jerald, of Decatur, Ala.; two sons, Preston E. Chiasson of 
Cody, Wyo. and Brian M. Chiasson of Denham Springs; four grandchildren, Michael 
D. Hanegan, Emily M. Hanegan, Andrea F. Kerby and Erin H. Kirby; one brother, 
Kenneth D. Chiasson and wife, Roswella; one sister, Barbara C. Daigle and 
husband, Darryl; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fernand and Verna Chiasson; and one 
brother, Ray Joseph Chiasson.

He served and defended our country in U.S. Army and served during peace time in 
Korea. He retired after working for more than 30 years from Exxon Mobile 
Chemical Co. in the Intermediate Technology Group.

Pallbearers will be Michael Hanegan, Jerald Kerby, Randy Chiasson, Monroe 
Milton, Raymond Day, Charlie Jenkins, Randy Gomez and Matthew Fennell. Honorary 
pallbearer will be Harold Gros.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to St. Joseph's Hospice and 
the Dr.'s and staff at Renal Associates for the care that has been given.

The family request that memorial donations be made to the National Kidney 
Foundation at www.kidney.org or to the charity of your choice.

Seale Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

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LEBLANC, WILBERT 

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Wilbert LeBlanc, 81, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Belle Rose, died 
Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011, at Heritage Manor of Napoleonville.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at First Israel 
Baptist Church in Belle Rose. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. 
Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his children, Wilbert Johnson and wife, Vanessa, Eldridge 
Johnson of New Orleans, Darrin Leblanc and wife, Essie, of Donaldsonville, and 
Stacy LeBlanc and wife, Tonya, of Belle Rose; his stepchildren, Williard 
Patterson Jr., Lesonna Truxillo of Belle Rose and Darnella Patterson Williams 
of Thibodaux; one brother, Andrew LeBlanc and wife, Verna Mae of Bertrandville; 
one son-in-law, Walter Williams; and five sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, 
10 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Williana LeBlanc; his parents, Idella 
Smith and Adolph Shine; two brothers, Leslie Shine and Alvin "Shorty" LeBlanc; 
and one sister, Mary Louise LeBlanc.

He was a retired employee of Napoleonville Lumberyard, Inc. and a member of 
Usher Board II.

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

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LIRETTE, JORI 

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Jori Kyler Joseph Lirette, 7, was born April 8, 2004 and died Sunday, Aug. 14, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel and 
from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Genevieve 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 mother, Jesslyn Kylene Lirette; his grandparents, Delene 
and Barry Himel of Thibodaux, and Dale Lirette Sr. and Rebecca Lirette of 
Gibson; his great-grandparents, Ashley and Deanna Lirette of Chauvin, Emelda 
and Robert Cadierre of Bourg, and Junius and Debbie Himel of Thibodaux; his 
mother's siblings, Dale Lirette Jr. of Gibson, Matthew and Angela Lirette of 
Chauvin, Brittany Lirette and fiancee, Kelly Bebee of Thibodaux, Nicole Lirette 
and fiance, Michael Stein of Bayou Black, Courtney and Joshua LeBlanc of Houma, 
and Joshua Lirette of Gibson; and cousins, Olivia and Mattie Lirette of 
Chauvin, and Colt Lirette of Bayou Black.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Lloyd and Dolores Poche' of 
Thibodaux.

There will be a candlelight vigil from 7 to 10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21 in Peltier 
Park.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PITRE, ROZENA 

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Rozena T. Pitre, 78, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano, died 
at 5:58 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011.

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

She is survived by two sons, Edison Pitre and wife, Roberta "Robbie", and Clint 
Pitre and wife, Tammy; one brother, Linberg Terrebonne; three grandchildren, 
Erin Callais, Ed Pitre and Clint Pitre Jr.; and six great-grandchildren, Ariel 
Pitre, Braxton Pitre, Brance Pitre, Lacie Callais, Jobie Hendrix and Auston 
Hendrix.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Pitre; her parents, Edison 
J. and Marie Broussard Terrebonne; four brothers, Nolta, Mack, Chester, and 
Edison Terrebonne; and three sisters, Enola T. DeArmond, Gertie T. Johnson and 
Beatrice T. Matthews.

She was a parishioner and choir member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic 
Church in Golden Meadow. She loved to sing, cook and dance. She was a beloved 
mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and mother-in-law.

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

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SMITH, LEONISE 

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Leonise "Noonie" C. Smith, 89, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died 
Friday, July 22, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 27 at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off, 
with burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

She is survived by her children, Wallace Smith and wife, Frances, Dora 
Zapczynski and husband, Gene, Jacqueline Marotta and husband, Johnny, and Benny 
Smith and wife, Dorothy; one sister, Katherine Cheramie; and 15 grandchildren, 
22 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Abraham Joseph Smith Sr.; her 
parents, Aramise and Leonise Encalade Smith; two sons, Livingston Smith and 
Abraham "A.J." Smith Jr.; three brothers, Parice, Juan, and Roger Collins Sr.; 
and her sisters, Annie Zeringue, Delta Bryant, Amy, Dantin, Ruth Leblanc, 
Virgis Boudreaux, Leonia Duet and Margie Collins.

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

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TRAIGLE, MARGUERITE 

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Marguerite Sposito Traigle, 87, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Christ the 
Redeemer Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at 
the church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

She is survived by her children, Jean Traigle Bourgeois and husband, Ronnie, 
Lee Traigle, and Lucille "Lou" Traigle Pitre and husband, Todd; her 
grandchildren, Ron Bourgeois and wife, Rayna, Stacey B. Latka and husband, 
Chad, Veronica Traigle, Cody, Dusty, and Jeremy Skidmore and Johann Mattozo; 
her great-grandchildren, Aidan, Ellie, and Trevor Bourgeois, Jacob Mattozo and 
Jayce Skidmore; and one sister, Therese S. Gaubert.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilmore Traigle; her parents, Benny 
and Lucille Naquin Sposito; three sisters, Marie S. Maloney, Estelle S. 
Bergeron and Anne S. Albert; and one brother, Lloyd Sposito.

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

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WHITE, WARREN, SR.

Warren J. White Sr., 61, a native of Modeste and resident of Baton Rouge, died 
at 9:01 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church in White Castle. Religious services will be 
held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by three sons, Rico and wife, Tasha White, of Baton Rouge, 
Terrance and wife, Takeasha White, of Franklin and Warren White of 
Donaldsonville; one daughter, Leca White of Baton Rouge; three sisters, Louise 
and husband, Andy Foster Sr., and Mildred Jackson all of White Castle, and 
Barbara Ann and husband, Raymond Smith Sr., of Gibson; two brothers, Claiborne 
White Jr. of White Castle and Rogers White of Modeste; and eight grandchildren 
and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Celena and Claiborne White Sr.; one 
brother, Melvin White Sr.; one sister, Amelia Foster; and one grandchild, Tania 
White.

He was a retired construction worker.

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

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DINET, ARSALINE 

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Arsaline "Mama Lynn" Dantin Dinet, 84, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, 
died Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt 
Succor Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one stepdaughter, JoAnn Cheramie; one daughter, Barbara 
Dardar Bouziga; one sister, Thelma Guidry; and one grandchild, three step-
grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, seven step-great-grandchildren, and 
five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 25 years, Roldin Dinet; her 
parents, Jean Baptist Dantin and Anna Leonard Dantin; two brothers, Herbert and 
Leroy Dantin; and one grandchild and one great-grandchild.

She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church.

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

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HEBERT, ARCHIBALD 

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Archibald "Archie" Mark Hebert, 84, a native of Chacahoula and resident of 
Terrytown, died Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Lawrence 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 loving companion, Thelma Hebert; two daughters, Evelyn 
LeBlanc and Margie Thibodaux; two sons, Archie "A.J." and Steven Hebert; 13 
grandchildren, John, Amy, Kristy, Matthew, Kelly, Sandy, Joshua, and Michael 
LeBlanc, and Nicki, Dennis, Justin, Jacob, and Austin Hebert, and many great-
grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Louise Lajaunie and Pearl Tabor; and one 
brother, Joseph Hebert.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmanual Wilfred and Aline Braud 
Hebert; his wife, Christine Dillard Hebert; one child, Bobby Hebert; four 
brothers, Louis, Roy, Bernie, and Emmanual "Buddy" Hebert; and three sisters, 
Bertha Boudreaux, Rita Louviere and Margaret Pitre.

Archie was a devoted and loving man and will be dearly missed by all who knew 
him. He especially enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family and 
friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Louisiana Organ Procurement 
Agency, 3501 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 940, Metairie, LA 70002-3626 or The 
American Cancer Society , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ROBINSON, BETTY 

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Betty Jean Payne-Robinson, 68, a native of Houma and resident of Marrero, died 
Friday, Aug. 12, 2011 at West Jefferson Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time today at Second Zion Baptist 
Chruch, 6520 Second Zion Ave., Marrero. Funeral services will be held at 10 
a.m. today at the church, with interment at Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale.

She is survived by her husband, George Robinson; her children, Leroy Page, 
Tonya Payne-Dotch and husband, Edward, and Harold Payne and wife, Karen; her 
stepchildren, Craig and wife, Earlene, Dale and wife, Trina, Terrell and wife, 
Sandra, Wayne, Terry and wife, Wanda, Steven, and Jurrell and wife, Keyon 
Robinson; 11 grandchildren; two siblings, Rudy Payne and Yolonda Lorio; her 
brothers and sisters-in-law, Clarence Hill, Cheryl Payne, Kenneth Lorio, Tyrika 
Brown, Leo Jackson and Joanna Robinson; and her aunts and uncles.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Nelson and Hannah Payne.

Davis Mortuary Service of Gretna is in charge of arrangements.

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SAMPEY, HOWARD 

Howard "Cees Pous" Sampey, 83, a native of Lockport and resident of Raceland, 
died at 12:47 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Hilary of 
Poitiers Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, 
with burial in St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Elrita "Liz" Gautreaux Sampey; one 
daughter, Brenda Sampey Hunter; two brothers, Frederick Sampey and Michael 
Sampey; two sisters, Delta Monier and Yvonne Mims; two grandchildren, Kimberly 
Bankston and Tiffany Hunter; and three great-grandchildren, Spencer Bankston, 
Makayla Bankston and Parker Rodriguez.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Norris F. and Maude Blanchard Sampey.

He was a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. He was an avid 
fisherman and his family was his life. He retired from Raceland Sugars.

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

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CODEN, NORMAN 

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Norman Jack Coden, 84, a native of St. Louis and resident of Houma, died 
Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Francis de Sales 
Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by his wife, Marynel McCan Coden; and daughter, Mary Coden Labat 
and husband, Clark of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor Coden and Fannie Siegel Coden; 
and infant daughter, Marilyn Coden.

Norman worked for Lorrillard Tobacco as a salesman for more than 30 years. He 
served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He enjoyed working in his yard 
and loved the New Orleans Saints. He was a loving father and husband.

The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of the Cardiovascular 
Institute of the South and the Family Doctor Clinic.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart 
Association or the VFW.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GUIDRY, WILMA 

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Wilma Plaisance Guidry, 80, a native of Larose and resident of Galliano for 57 
years, died at 3:30 a.m. August 20, 2011 at Lady of the Sea Hospital.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at 
Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. 
Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Galliano, with burial in the church 
mausoleum.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Robert F. Guidry; one son, John M. 
Guidry, born in Galliano but residing in Harvey; and one daughter, Joan M. 
Guidry of Galliano; her surviving grandchildren, Kristen G. Gilbert and 
husband, Robert V. Gilbert, Jr. and Amber M. Guidry; and her great-
grandchildren, Robby J. Gilbert and Kason J. Gilbert; one brother, Lee J. 
Plaisance and wife, Audrey D. Plaisance; and one sister, Geraldine P. and 
husband, Herbert Chiasson of Lockport.

She was preceded in death by sister, Nora P. Ledet; her first-born brother, 
Roland Plaisance; and by her oldest daughter, Carolyn Ann Guidry who died of 
cancer in 2005; and her grandsons, John M. Guidry Jr., who died in 1975 several 
hours after birth, and Jacques P. Guidry, who died in 1978, within months of 
birth.

She graduated from Larose High School as valedictorian and attended University 
of Louisiana at Lafayette (formally Southwestern Louisiana University) and 
majored in clothing and designing.

She was wholly devoted to her home, husband, and children, grandchildren, and 
great grandchildren. For many years, she was a substitute school teacher for 
Lafourche Parish Schools. She taught High School Religion for 15 years. She was 
a member of La Societe Des Cajuns and president of the organization for thirty 
years. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church's Lady Altar Society, and 
Auxiliary member of the Third Degree Knights of Columbus, Council 3150, and a 
very active member of Pre Caena with her husband for more than 10 years.

She will be greatly misssed.

In lieu of flowers, please send mass intentions to St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
Galliano.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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HITT, IMOGENE 

Imogene "Feedie" Bierschwal Felden Hitt, 89, a native of Dutchtown, Mo. and 
resident of Houma, has gone to be with the Lord Jesus, at 4:15 a.m. Friday, 
Aug. 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 22 at Falgout Funeral Home, with burial at 
Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray.

She is survived by two sons, George Patrick Felden and wife, Mary Ann Keough 
Felden of Harrison, Idaho and Michael Dean Hitt and wife, Pat Hebert Hitt of 
Thibodaux; one daughter and caregiver, Sharon Jean Hitt of Houma; one 
granddaughter, Michelle Hitt Oliver; three great-grandchildren, Chloe Rene' 
Oliver, Evan Nathaniel Oliver and Owen Michael Oliver; one sister-in-law, 
Georgia Schwab Bierschwal of Cape Girardeau, Mo.; and one sister-in-law and 
brother-in-law, Rita Vae Hitt Kidd and James Ray Kidd of Gordonville, Mo.; and 
numerous nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman Walter Bierschwal and Bertha 
Mae Baumgardt Bierschwal of Cape Girardeau, Mo.; four brothers Walter Arthur 
Bierschwal of Dutchtown, Mo., Cecil Webster Bierschwal and Leslie Lee 
Bierschwal of Cape Girardeau, Mo. and Leo John Pete Bierschwal of Granite City, 
Ill.; four sisters, Louise Alvina Bierschwal Cauble and Belma Bierschwal Hohler 
of Cape Girardeau, Mo., Geraldine Marie Bierschwal Vogelsang of Jackson, Mo. 
and Velma Bierschwal Nearns of Pine Buff, Ark.; her first husband, Austin 
Felden; and second husband, Euell Hitt.

Pallbearers were Michael, Timmy, Darrell, John, and Kevin Hitt, Joseph and 
David Hohler, and Jeff Robichaux.

She enjoyed bowling, bingo, dancing, and watching softball and baseball games. 
She loved her family and she will be deeply missed.

A special thank you is extended to the wonderful staff at Amedisys Hospice of 
Houma for their loving care and support.

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MCDONALD, L.B. 

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L.B. "Mac" McDonald, 83, a resident of Thibodaux, died "precipitously but not 
unexpectedly" Friday, Aug. 19, 2011.

Religious services will start at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. John's Episcopal 
Church in Thibodaux. Visitation and refreshments will be held at the church 
hall after the service. A private burial will follow.

Mac will be mourned by his wife, Ann McDonald; cousin, Barbara Gregory and 
family; nephew, Don Jones and family, and many friends.

The family wishes to thank Journey Hospice for the caring service through this 
sad time.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: St. John's Episcopal Church 
Endowment Fund, 718 Jackson Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301, or to MacDonnell 
Children's Home Houma, 8326 Main St., Houma, LA 70363.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BOURGEOIS, FLORENCE 

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Florence "Flo" G. Bourgeois, 83, a native of Mathews and resident of Raceland, 
died at 10:17 a.m. Monday, Aug. 22, 2011.

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

She is survived by one son, Glenn Bourgeois; one brother, Ray "Brother" 
Gautreaux; two sisters, Sheri "Beb" Loupe and Elrita "Lizzie" Sampey; and one 
grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Bourgeois; her parents, 
Lawrence and Ruby Gautreaux; three brothers-in-law, Jim Ford, Howard Sampey and 
Lawrence "Dago" Fonseca; and one sister, Audrey Ford.

She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church.

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

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DUGRUISE, ORELIE, JR.

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Orelie J. Dugruise Jr., 87, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, 
Aug. 21, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to funeral time Thursday at Thibodaux Funeral 
Home Chapel. Religious services will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral 
home.

He is survived by two sons, Orelie Dugruise III and wife, Jeanette Richard, and 
Allen Dugruise and wife, Penny Babin; two daughters, Cheryl Dugruise Doucet and 
husband, Blaine, and Lora Dugruise Benoit; two sisters, Isabelle Vicknair and 
Veraldine Martinez; 13 grandchildren, Terry, Mitchell, and Kimberly Dugruise, 
Monique Prejeant and husband, Brandon, Valerie Rhodes and husband, Rocky, Tammy 
Bruce, James Meyers, Rebecca Rodrigue and husband, Anthony, Scott and Zachary 
Doucet, Blaine Chiasson and wife, Karen, Brooks Chiasson and Christopher Benoit 
Jr.; and 21 great-grandchildren, Katerina, Kristin, and Kameron Dugruise, Janis 
and Ruby Wilcox, Justin, Seth, and Emily Prejeant, Lanie and Landon Rhodes, 
Joseph, Drake, Jaycee, and Kyah Rodrigue, Logan Doucet, Ashley, Katie, Chance, 
Danielle, B.J., and Lexie Chiasson.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rita Hebert Dugruise; his parents, Orelie 
J. Dugruise and Mabel Pitre Dugruise; one brother, Hensley Dugruise; one great-
grandson, Hunter Michael Prejeant; and son-in-law, Christopher Benoit.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice in Mr. 
Dugruise's name.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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STE. MARIE, MAE 

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Mae Jeanne Olivier Ste. Marie, 96, a native of Schriever and resident of Houma, 
died at 3:45 a.m. Monday, Aug. 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Francis Co-
Cathedral in Houma. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with 
burial at St. Bridget Cemetery in Schriever.

She is survived by one son, Timothy Ste. Marie and wife, Cindy S. Ste. Marie; 
one daughter, Sr. Marlene Ste. Marie MSC; four grandchildren, Kim S. Spence, 
Alex Ste. Marie IV, Kevin Ste. Marie and Dusty Ste. Marie; and five great-
grandchildren, Allison Spence, Jeffrey Spence, Brandon Ste. Marie, Max Ste. 
Marie and Sylvia Broussard.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alexander Ste. Marie Jr.; her 
parents, Joseph and Liza Marcel Olivier; one son, Alexander Ste. Marie III; six 
brothers, Berwick, Randolph, Thomas, Henry, Abbey, and Edward Olivier; and two 
sisters, Josie Bollinger and Dot Clement.

The family would like to thank her caregivers at Heritage Manor and St. 
Catherine's Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, masses or donations to: The Marianite Retirement Fund, 204 
James Ct., Gretna, LA 70053 would be appreciated.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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BORNE, DANNY 

Danny Paul "Big Borne" Borne, 39, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 
10:52 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart-Mothe Funeral 
Home in Cut Off. A memorial service will be held at noon Saturday at the 
funeral home, 
with burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Dina L. Borne; his mother, Elizabeth 
Borne; two sons, Danny Jude Borne and Max Andrew Borne; in-laws, Troy and 
Rozanna Pitre; sisters-in-law, Natalie, Mia, and Simone Pitre; brother-in-law, 
Frank Jordan; two brothers, Daniel J. Borne Jr. and wife, Tiffany, and Travis 
Borne and wife, Monique; and one sister, Michelle Borne.

He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel J. Borne Sr.; his grandparents, 
Pierre and Mother Goose Danos, Melza and Paul Borne, and Melva Autin; and one 
brother, Trampus Borne.

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

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FALCON, DEANNA 

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Deanna Hickman Falcon, 66, a native of Paintsville, Ky. and resident of 
Thibodaux, died Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Landry's Funeral Home in 
Thibodaux and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral. 
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Carroll J. Falcon; one son, David Falcon; one 
daughter, Anna Falcon Arthurs and husband, Blain; two brothers, Tommy Daniel 
and James Short; three sisters, Debbie Wheeler, Joan Cox and Beverly Davis; and 
three grandchildren, Madeleine Grace Arthurs, Emily Falcon Arthurs and Abby 
Marie Arthurs.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis Hickman and Frances Colvin 
Short; and one sister, Carolyn Sue McKenzie

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GUIDRY, GILBERT 

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Gilbert Antoine Guidry, 70, a native of Cut Off and resident of Thibodaux, died 
at 9:39 a.m. Friday, Aug. 19, 2011.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. today at The House of Prayer in 
Thibodaux.

He is survived by one son, Paul J. Guidry; three daughters, Isabel G. Naquin 
and husband, Roger, Charlotte G. King, and Stephanie G. Boudreaux and husband, 
Patrick; and six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gibson Paul and Marceline Lefort 
Guidry; and one brother, Duffy Guidry.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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HEBERT, HOUSTON 

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Houston J. Hebert, 82, a native and resident of Houma, died at 9:43 p.m. 
Monday, Aug. 22, 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 in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by one daughter, Molly Gautreaux of Houma; two grandchildren, 
Jeffy John Ledet and wife, Michelle, of Houma and Jody James Ledet and wife, 
Tammy, of Houma; and one infant great-grandchild, Richard Houston Ledet.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Aline Louise Hebert; his parents, Felix 
and Eve Hebert; two brothers, Francis and Oris Hebert; and one sister, Mabel 
Bonvillian.

He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church and employed 
by United Gas Pipeline Comp. His favorite pass times were joking with the 
family, playing his lottery numbers, watching westerns on tv, listening and 
telling stories, and enjoying the time he had with his family. He was loved by 
many and will be greatly missed.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LINK, PAMELA 

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Pamela Link, 51, a native and resident of Houma, died Friday, Aug. 19, 2011.

Visitaiton will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Kennedy Funeral 
Home Chapel in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at 
the funeral home chapel, with burial at Halfway Cemetery in Gray.

She is survived by four daughters, Keyonka Livas and husband, Wayne, and Eunice 
Simon, both of Houma, Lee Livas of Thibodaux and Pauline Livas of Gray; three 
sons, Milton Livas Jr. and Jason Livas, both of Thibodaux and James Woolens of 
Houma; three sisters, Beatrice Hosten, Gwendolyn L. Woolens and husband, Louis, 
and Cynthia Woolens, all of Thibodaux; four brothers, Albert Woolens Jr., Orris 
Woolens, Gramble Woolens Sr. and wife, Danielle, all of Thibodaux and Michael 
Woolens of Dularge; and one godchild and 12 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Link; her parents, Albert and 
Rosezena Calloway Woolens; one son, Joseph Livas; two sisters, Joyce McKay and 
Audrey Woolens; and one brother, Joseph Woolens.

She was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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MONTEIRO, JOHN 

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John D. Monteiro, 84, a native of New Orleans and long-time resident of Houma, 
died Friday, Aug. 19, 2011.

A time for visitation and remembrance with family members prior to the memorial 
Mass and service will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Anthony Catholic 
Church in Houma. He was a parishioner and lector at St. Anthony Catholic 
Church.

John is survived by his loving wife, Anne Coignet Savoy Monteiro; one brother, 
Charles S. Monteiro of Houma; three sisters, Gloria Rall of Washington, D.C., 
Lucia Taxdal of Winterhaven, Fla. and Anna Brans of New Orleans; six children, 
John Monteiro Jr. and wife, Ellen L. Monteiro, of Houma, Charles S. Monteiro of 
Houma, Michael Monteiro and wife, Karen, of Houston, Margaret Monteiro of 
Houston, Victoria Monteiro of Houma and Lucy Monteiro of Long Beach, Calif.; 10 
grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; and two stepchildren, Mary Savoy 
Lowrey of Broomfield, Colo. and Louis Cole Savoy of Lake Charles.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Margaret Jacqueline Burton 
Monteiro; his father, Charles R. Monteiro; and his mother, Victoria Elizabeth 
Salles Monteiro.

John was a 1945 graduate of Jesuit High School in New Orleans and obtained a 
Mechanical Engineering degree from L.S.U. in Baton Rouge. He was a member of 
Mensa.

John spent his early years working in the oilfield for Lane Wells, J. Ray 
McDermott, and Schlumberger. He founded John D. Monteiro Contractors, Aries 
Boat Company, Cajun Crafts, Engineering and Economic Planning Associates, LLC, 
and was working as an Engineering Consultant as John D. Monteiro P.E., LLC at 
his death.

John was always active in the community and was proud of his association with 
the Boy Scouts, organizing and running Cub Scout Pack 430 and achieved Cub 
Master of the Year, was District Chairman for three years, participated with 
the New Orleans area Council of Boy Scouts of America, served on the committee 
of the St. Anthony Boy Scout troop, and was a Merit Badge Counselor. He 
actively served on many local boards which included the Chamber of Commerce, 
Broadmoor Civic Club, YMCA, Oilfield Contractors VP and President, a member of 
the advisory board for Terrebonne Bank, was Commander of the Sheriff's Flying 
Posse', Thibodaux Airport Commission, United Way board, and the Salvation Army. 
He was a charter member of Ellendale Country Club and a member of Terranians. 
He donated more than 20 years of his time and was the longest reigning Chairman 
of the Houma Airport Commission.

In addition to civic affairs, John's interests centered around his 
grandchildren, reading, flying, fishing, and renovating old houses. He was 
dedicated to his country and served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

John donated his body to science at the Tulane Medical School in New Orleans. 
He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

If desired, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the St. 
Jude Shrine, Rampart Street, New Orleans.

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BARNETT, MANNON 

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Mannon Lavern Barnett, known to many as "Barney", "M.L." or "Vern", 82, passed 
away at Lewisville Medical Center Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, after a brief 
hospitalization related to renal disease.

A memorial service and celebration of his life will be from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. 
Sunday at Restland Coppell Chapel, 400 S. Freeport Pkwy., Coppell, Texas 75019; 
972-745-1638. Additional information is available via chapel website: 
RestlandCoppell.com.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Callahan Barnett of Lewisville, Texas; five 
children, Barney, Glenda, Michael, David and Fay; and 11 grandchildren and two 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sibling, Harold Derwin 
Barnett.

He was born June 1, 1929, to L.D. and Villa Mae Barnett, in Davidson, Okla. He 
attended school in Frederick, Okla. Junior College at Lawton, and graduated 
from Oklahoma A&M (OSU) in 1951. He worked for GSI, T.I. and Halliburton during 
his 41 years as a logistician. After residing in many Louisiana towns in early 
years of his career, the family moved to Irving, Texas. His support of the high 
school wrestling program at MacArthur High School earned him recognition in the 
Texas Chapter of the High School Wrestling Hall of Fame. After retiring in 
December 1991, he and Dorothy moved to Houma and they returned to Texas in 
2009.

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FISHER, ELMER 

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Elmer "Al" W. Fisher, 93, a native of Texarkana, Ark. and resident of Raceland, 
died at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011.

A memorial service will be held at a later date at Rondo Cemetery in Texarkana, 
Ark.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marie Hirt Fisher; one daughter, Pamela 
Ann Fisher; two brothers, Raymond Fisher and Charles Fisher; and three sisters, 
Louise Stedman, Dorothy Kellam and Florine Renfro.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emery and Metta Bennett Fisher; one 
brother, Arthur Lee Fisher; and one sister, Daisy F. Yaeger.

He was an Army veteran of World War II and an honorary member of the Sugarland 
Country Club.

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

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FRANKLIN, DANIEL 

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Daniel "Tonk" Franklin, 66, a native of Houma, died Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. to funeral time 
Saturday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church, 230 Saint Charles St., Houma. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in 
Southdown Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Anna S. Franklin; three daughters, Ewanda Robertson 
and Shawn Franklin of Houma, and Valerie and husband, Rickey Lowe, of 
Alexandria; six sons, Darnell, Daniel and wife, Lisa, and Leonard Franklin, of 
Houma, Floyd and wife, Angela, and Nile and wife, Lisa Franklin, of New Orleans 
and Rev. Kenneth and wife, Pam Jackson, of Houma; nurtured and reared, Talica 
and husband, Juan McGuire, De'Anna and husband, Aaron Dark, Cierra and husband, 
Cornelius Bruce, Rontrell Robertson and Lenora Outley all of Houma; four 
sisters, Zenobia and husband, Freddie Bolden, Hazel F. Jeff, Ivory and husband, 
Charlie Bolden, and Brenda Franklin all of Houma; 31 grandchildren, 18 great-
grandchildren; two godchildren, Tammy Theroit and Monique Williams; father-in-
law, Lawyer Williams Sr.; and eight brothers-in-law, 10 sisters-in-law, along 
with other relatives and friends will hold fond memories of "Tonk".

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Asurlea W. Franklin; one 
brother, David Franklin; his grandparents, Edward and Rosa Franklin, and 
Henderson and Picolla Williams; one grandchild, LeAndrelle Nixon; and mother-
in-law, Helen M. Williams.

Tonk was a member of New Rising Sun Baptist Church, a retired hydraulic 
mechanic and he dedicated many years to E&L Granite.

Charbonnet-Labat-Glapion Funeral Home of New Orleans is in charge of 
arrangements.

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RALEY, PENELOPE 

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Penelope "Penny" Ann Raley, 46, a native and resident of Houma, died at 2:25 
p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home 
of Houma. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral 
home.

She is survived by her parents, Gustave Broussard and Joy Cunningham Broussard; 
one son, Jesse Rossiter; two brothers, Troy Raley and wife, Wendy, and Brent 
Broussard; three sisters, Crystal Trahan and husband, Dudley, Annette Raley and 
companion, Neil Richoux, and Buffy Knoblock and husband, Randy; and 15 nieces 
and nephews and 11 great-nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Junius and Bertha Cunningham; 
one sister-in-law, Renee' Broussard; and one great-nephew, Braxton Gainey.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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THERIOT, SERAPHINE 

Seraphine Ann Theriot, infant, died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2011 at Women's and 
Children's Hospital.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of the Lake 
Cemetery in Catahoula.

She is survived by her parents, Beau and Dana Blanchard Theriot of Catahoula; 
one brother, Jacques P. Theriot of Catahoula; and her grandparents, Patrick and 
Henriella Theriot of Houma, Pierre Gerald Blanchard of Catahoula and Cheryl C. 
Blanchard of St. Martinville.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to nilmdts.org or 
sustaininggrace.org.

Pellerin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TOUPS, MARIE 

Marie Webre Toups, 94, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Aug. 
24, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph Co-
Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her children, Jane Callahan and husband, Lionel, Danny "Lou" 
Toups and wife, Belle, and Vickie Toups Toups and husband, Carl; one daughter-
in-law, Phyllis Goulas Toups; two sisters, Garnet Boudreaux and Jerry Miller; 
and 12 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Toups Sr.; her parents, Eddie 
Webre and Amy Boudreaux Webre; one son, Vernon "Bub" Toups Jr.; one grandchild, 
Lori Ann Callahan; four brothers, Eddie, Preston, Frances, and Calvin Webre; 
and two sisters, Essie Locascio and Winnie Dillon.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Joseph Elementary School, 501 
Cardinal Drive, Thibodaux, LA 70301.

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

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ALLEMORE, GAYLE 

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Gayle P. Allemore, 72, a native of Thibodaux and Marrero and resident of 
Thibodaux, died Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. John the 
Evangelist Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday 
at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Frances Fleury Allemore; two daughters, 
Kim Allemore, and Jude Ann Landry and husband, Lut; four brothers, Robert 
Allemore, Floyd Allemore, Lynwood Allemore and Curtis Allemore; one sister, 
Darlene Hartman; and two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Lillian Allemore.

He was a past member of the North Thibodaux Fire Company.

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

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BRITTON, MARLYNETTE 

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Marlynette Danita Britton, 46, a native of San Francisco and resident of Houma, 
died Monday, Aug. 22, 2011.

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. to funeral time Saturday at Restoration-
Hope Outreach Church in Houma. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. 
Saturday at the church, with burial at Southdown Cemetery in Houma.

She is survived by one son, Spencer Simon Jr.; one daughter Shantasia Simon, 
both of Houma; and two brothers, Charles Britton and David Britton, both of 
Atlanta.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Phillip and Margaret Celestine 
Britton; and grandparents, Herman and Lillian Coleman Celestine, and Catherine 
Britton.

She was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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BROOKS, KARA 

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Kara "Ko Ko" Brooks, 30, a native and resident of Belle Rose, died Friday, Aug. 
19, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Gonzales.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral 
Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Rose Hill 
Baptist Church in Belle Rose. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. 
Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her mother, Lynette Brooks of Gonzales; her father and 
stepmother, Phillip and Barbara Lawrence of Donaldsonville; two brothers, 
Michael Batiste of Donaldsonville and Phillip Lawrence Jr. of Baton Rouge; two 
sisters, Latasha Brooks of Belle Rose and Precious Hillary of White Castle; 
maternal grandparents, Ann Rita Landry and Royal Hayes of Belle Rose; paternal 
grandmother, Estelle Lawrence of Belle Rose; and a host of other relatives and 
friends.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Jeremy Brooks; maternal grandfather, 
Lionel Brooks; and paternal grandfather, Nathan Lawrence Sr.

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

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CALDWELL, LIONEL, SR.

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Lionel Caldwell Sr., 71, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Saturday, 
Aug. 20, 2011 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Napoleonville.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Wiliams and Southall Funeral 
Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Paul 
Baptist Church in Napoleonville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. 
Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Cora Lee Caldwell; his children, Sally, Patricia, 
Lionel Jr., Ronald, Kevin, Tina, and Quinton Caldwell; a devoted niece; seven 
sisters, Fannie and husband, Robert Wallace of Zachary, Thelma Caldwell, Velma 
Cola and Aline Sarr all of Gonzales, Sally Harris of Thibodaux, Marlene and 
husband, Milton Adams of Belle Rose, and Terese and husband, Edward Brown of 
Labadieville; one brother, Sterling and wife, Lona Caldwell of Fort Walton 
Beach, Fla.; and 11 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and a host of nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Anderson and Fannie Mae Lemon 
Caldwell; one son, Otis Caldwell; and one brother, Wilbur "Tucker" Caldwell.

He was a retired laborer.

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

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CALLAIS, KAREN 

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Karen Elizabeth Terrebonne Callais, 56, a native of Golden Meadow and resident 
of Poplarville, Miss. died Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011.

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

She is survived by her husband, Kim Callais; her mother, Lorraine Dufrene 
Terrebonne; two brothers, Bobby and Chuck Terrebonne; one sister, Donna 
Terrebonne Bourg; and godmother, Lena Terrebonne.

She was preceded in death by her father, Nolta Joseph Terrebonne; and 
godfather, Alvin Gautreaux.

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

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CHAUVIN, MABEL 

Mabel Allemand Chauvin, 90, a native of Lockport and resident of Mathews, died 
at 11:33 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Hilary Catholic 
Church in Mathews. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial at Resurrection Memorial Park in Mathews.

She is survived by two daughters, Becky Walker and husband, Steve, and Nancy 
Breaux and husband, Randy; one daughter-in-law, Brenda Hunt; one sister, Dora 
Sevin; and six grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and three great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Zenon Chauvin; her parents, Lubin 
Allemand Sr. and Lucia Melancon Allemand; one son, Michael Chauvin; six 
brothers, Alvin, Lubin Jr., Herbert, Norman, Lawrence, and Nolan Allemand; and 
three sisters, Emelda Hebert, Maude Bourgeois and Clara Belle Danos.

She was a parishioner of St. Hilary Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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HEBERT, DAVID 

David "Dave" M. Hebert, 43, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 9:15 
a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011 at St. Anne Ochsner Hospital in Raceland.

A private graveside service was held Aug. 24 at St. Mary's Nativity Catholic 
Church in Raceland.

He is survived by his parents, Alvin J. Hebert and Beverly Foret Hebert; one 
brother, Danny J. Hebert and wife, Julie; one sister, Cathy H. Babin and 
husband, Dr. Lance Babin; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Diane Marie Hebert and Mary Alice 
Hebert.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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JOHNSON, HERMAN 

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Herman "Meatball" Johnson, 73, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Mount Zion Baptist 
Church in Thibodaux. 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, Mary Johnson of Thibodaux; three sons, Herman R. 
Johnson, Wayne Johnson and wife, Jeanie, and Brian Johnson; six daughters, 
Sheila Winston and husband, Jimmie, Hazel Hawkins and husband, Roynell, Vanessa 
Washington and husband, Carl, Debbie Adams, Denise Williams, and Elaine 
Williams; stepchildren, Melecia Ingram, Bernard Ingram Jr., James Ingram, 
Michael Ingram and Wayne Ingram; two brothers, Tim Bryant and Lonnie Ellis; two 
sisters, Mary Gayle Bryant and husband, James, and Charlene Johnson; and 11 
grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and seven great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivory Johnson and Hazel Williams 
Ellis; one son, Kenyatta Williams; two brothers, Ernest "Jack" Johnson and 
Norman Johnson; one sister, Rosemary Johnson; and grandparents, Willie and Emma 
Williams.

He was a deacon at Mount Zion Baptist Church.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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NELSON, RICKY 

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Ricky Nelson, 47, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Aug. 10, 
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 Deweyville Cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Virginia Celestine and Hanson "Hutch" Theriot 
Sr.; one son, Austin Malike Jones; two brothers, Wahi Harris of Houma and 
Hanson Theriot Jr. of Thibodaux; and five sisters, Kathy Arceneaux, Tammy 
Celestine Williams, Angela Durkins Barrow and Raquel Theriot, all of Houma and 
Michelle Theriot of New Iberia.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Hilary Celestine and Georgia 
Scott Harold and Albertha Scott, and Earl and Myrtle Theriot Sr.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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NORMAN, DONALD 

Donald "Duck" Norman, 62, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, 
died Friday, Aug. 19, 2011.

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

He is survived by his wife, Shelita Thomas Norman of Houma; one son, Donald 
Ross Thomas of Houma; three daughters, Charlina T. Allen and husband, Desmon, 
Rayona Thomas, and Donna M. Thomas of Houma; three brothers, Thomas Stadium, 
James Norman and wife, Glenda, and Jimmie Burns and wife, Gwendolyn, of Houma; 
one sister, Ruth Ann Mickey and husband, Albert of Houma; and seven 
grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Davis and Velma Norman; and 
his grandparents, Arthur and Melvina Norman.

He was a member of Dularge Community Baptist Church and a retired cement 
finisher.

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

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RAYMOND, ERIC 

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Eric Raymond, 53, a native and resident of Raceland, died Sunday, Aug. 21, 
2011.

Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Saturday at New Vision Christian 
Community Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. 
Saturday at the church, with burial at Morning Star Baptist Church Cemetery in 
Raceland.

He is survived by three brothers, Curtis Raymond, Stanley Raymond and Ulysses 
Raymond; and three sisters, Joyce Porter, JoAnne Raymond Smith and Laverne 
Raymond.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Nelson Raymond Sr. and Earline 
Raymond; two brothers, Nelson Raymond Jr. and Gillis Raymond; one sister, 
Shirley Poindexter; and grandparents, Johnny and Ethel Davis, and Hampton and 
Bertha Raymond.

He was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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ST. MARTIN, LOUIS 

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Louis John St. Martin, 63, attorney, philanthropist, pilot, animal lover and 
craftsman, died Tuesday morning Aug. 23, 2011 from injuries he sustained in 
a private plane crash near Bookings, Ore.

There will only be private family services held at the family home. 

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Louis Infant's Crisis Center 
of Houma, and Bridge House of New Orleans.

Mr. St. Martin is survived by his wife and best friend, Linda St. Martin of 
Raceland, who worked alongside him in his law practice and supported his 
philanthropic efforts; his sons, Zachary St. Martin of Los Angeles, an 
attorney; Joshua St. Martin of Encinitas, Calif., a medical salesperson; 
his daughters, Mia St. Martin, of Tampa, Fla., also a medical salesperson; 
and Samantha Reeves of Houston, a student at Stephen F. Austin University; 
his stepsons, David Henley, his wife, Michelle, and children Andrea and 
Gary of Houston; and Rob McDougle, his wife, Candie, and children Lairen, 
Grace and Lily of Katy, Texas; and his brothers, Paul St. Martin of New 
Orleans, a book publisher; and Michael St. Martin of Houma, an attorney.

Mr. St. Martin was born on Oct. 1, 1947 in Houma. 

He obtained his degree in law from Loyola University School of Law in 1973 
and was admitted to practice law in the state of Louisiana in 1975 and in 
Texas in 1980. 
Mr. St. Martin's success in the court room was matched only by his 
generosity, his sense of philanthropy and his humility. 
Mr. St. Martin was a life-long animal lover and cared for numerous beloved 
animals until the time of his death. 
Mr. St. Martin pursued a love of aviation in the early '80s and obtained 
his pilot's license. 
Among his other talents, Louis St. Martin was an accomplished craftsman and 
artist. 

Not without struggle, Louis St. Martin was a recovering alcoholic who made 
living the life of Alcoholics Anonymous among his top priorities. 

Those who knew Louis well will miss his humble generosity, his advocacy 
for those in need, his depth of knowledge at many aspects of life in the 
arts, sciences and business and his sense of humor.

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SYKES, ROBERT, SR.

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Robert J. Sykes Sr., 87, a native of Mississippi and resident of Thibodaux, 
died Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011.

A memorial service will be held from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at 
Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at 
the funeral home.

He is survived by his wife, Roxie Sykes; one son, Robert J. Sykes Jr. and wife, 
Renee; one daughter, Roxanne Sykes; one sister, Juanita Glinsky of Fort Worth, 
Texas; two grandchildren, Jessica Babin and husband, Courtney, and Jamie 
Blanchard and husband, Charles; and two great-grandchildren, Jacob Sykes and 
Caleb Blanchard.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewyn and Sammie Sykes; one brother, 
John Sykes; and one sister, Daisey Hollrith.

He was retired after 36 years of service in public school education. He served 
in the U.S. Army, Air Force (World War II) May 1942 to Sept. 1945 he served 
with the 8th Air Force in England. He was a former member of University Baptist 
Church in Thibodaux and currently a member of First Baptist Church in Houma.

In lieu of flowers, send donations to First Baptist Church of Houma Building 
Fund, 7382 Main St. Houma, LA 70364, phone: 851-2520.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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THERIOT, SUSAN 

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Susan Ann Fanguy Theriot, 58, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 2 p.m. 
Wednesday, Aug. 24, 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 Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin.

She is survived by three daughters, Deanna T. Sevin and husband, Shane, Dedi A. 
Theriot, and Heather T. Adams and husband, James; one brother, Claude Fanguy 
Jr. and wife, Katherine "Kate"; one sister, Peggy F. Marcel and husband, 
Virges; three grandchildren, Della Sevin, Amanda Picou and Chantelle "Tillie" 
Picou; and one great-grandchild, Joshua "Lil Man" Vizier.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean "Dino" Theriot; and her parents, 
Claude J. Fanguy Sr. and Della Thibodeaux Fanguy.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the Chemotherapy Department 
at Chabert Medical Center and the employees of St. Joseph Hospice.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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TUCKER, ERNEST 

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Ernest Tucker, 88, a native of White Castle and resident of Raceland, died 
Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mt. Zion Baptist 
Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the 
church, with burial at Morning Star Baptist Church Cemetery in Raceland.

He is survived by two sons, Ernest Tucker Jr. and wife, Rosalee, and Lyndon 
Tucker Sr., both of Raceland; one daughter, Tammie Tucker Griffin and husband, 
David of Raceland; one sister, Aldreama Reed of Dallas; and seven 
grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Irvin and Viola Tucker; two brothers, 
Ned Tucker and Junior Lee; and one grandson, Sheldon Tucker.

He was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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VERRET, WILLIE, JR.

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Willie Joseph Verret Jr., 65, a native of Raceland and resident of Houston, 
died Friday, Aug. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mary's Nativity 
Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by three sisters, Jeanette V. Bell and husband, John Jr., 
Patricia "Pat" V. Hebert and husband, Jerry, and Linda V. Spencer and husband, 
Charles.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie J. Verret Sr. and Bernice 
Hebert Verret.

He was Catholic and a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran.

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

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WALLIS, ALVIN, JR.

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Alvin "Stone" Wallis Jr., 46, a native and resident of Houma, died Friday, Aug. 
12, 2011.

Private services are scheduled.

He is survived by his wife, Bernadette N. Wallis; his mother, Mary Wallis; 
three sons, Alvin J. Norman III, La-Mar Norman and Calvin D. Wallis; three 
daughters, Genesha R. Baker, Starkeyshia Rhodes and husband, Dale, and Bianca 
N. Norman; four brothers, Kenneth Wallis, LaMark Wallis, Tyrus Wallis and 
Justin Wallis; two sisters, April M. Wallis and Tiffany Stokes and husband, 
Dion; and two grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Alvin J. Wallis Sr.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ARCENEAUX, JEANNE 

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Jeanne Dolese Arceneaux, 92, a lifelong resident of Labadieville, passed away 
at 12:45 a.m. Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, at her family home.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Philomena Catholic 
Church in Labadieville. The Holy Rosary will be recited at 8:45 a.m. Mass will 
be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, 
with interment in the church mausoleum.

She is survived by two sons, Bob and Ken Arceneaux; two daughters, Bitsy Thomas 
and Lynda Hodnett; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; one sister, 
Claire Safford; and her extensive family.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 61 years, Lynn V. 
Arceneaux; her eldest son, Lt. John Arceneaux, USAF; her parents, Eugene D. and 
Corinne Blanchard Dolese; two brothers, Dr. Eugene D. Dolese Jr., DDS, and Lt. 
Francis Dolese, U.S. Army; and two sisters, Lucille Gaudet and Mae Koenenn.

She graduated from Labadieville High School and Dominican College in New 
Orleans. She was a school teacher in Golden Meadow until her marriage in 1939.

She was a loving daughter and sister; and devoted wife and mother. She was 
quiet servant in her church and community and was the church organist for more 
than 60 years. She served on the Parish Council and was an Altar Society member 
for many years. Miss Johnny, as was affectionately known, was the only 
surviving Gold Star Mother in the community.

She was an extraordinary lady who shunned attention and will be greatly missed 
by her family and many friends.

The family wishes to thank the dedicated care givers who lovingly nursed our 
mother during the last months of her life.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Philomena Catholic Church 
Building Fund.

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

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CARPENTER, GRACE 

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Grace Mary Carpenter, 85, of Labadieville, entered into rest, Thursday, Aug. 
25, 2011 from a healthcare facility.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday at Johnson Funeral Home. A 
rosary will be recited at 11 a.m. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at 
Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church under the direction of Johnson Funeral 
Home. The Rev. John Huckaby will officiate. 
Interment will follow in Consolata Cemetery.

She leaves to cherish her memory, one son, Kevin P. Carpenter and wife, Mary 
(daughter-in-law, friend and care taker) of Labadieville; two grandchildren, 
John and Mark; beloved dog, Dukie; and one sister, Marie Downs of Lafayette.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Pervis E. Carpenter; parents, 
Benedict and Helen Gaspard Guillory; and one brother, Cournist Guillory.

Mrs. Carpenter was born and raised in Plaucheville and was a graduate of 
Evergreen High School. She lived in Goudeau, Labadieville and most of her adult 
life in Lake Charles. She retired a real estate agent, having worked for Holly 
Heard and Mike Bono, Century 21. Mrs. Carpenter was a devoted catholic, a 
member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church and Catholic Daughters.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to E.D. White Catholic 
High School, Academic Enhancement Department, 555 Cardinal Drive, Thibodaux, LA 
70301.

Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net.

Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles is in charge of arrangements.

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CROCHET, LEVIE 

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Levie Ledet Crochet, 83, a native of Raceland and resident Bayou Blue, died 
Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

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

She is survived by two sons, Albert Ledet Jr. and wife, Phyllis, and Philip 
Ledet and wife, Carol; one daughter, Sandra Ledet; one brother, Ignace Guidry; 
and 15 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Albert Ledet Sr. and Walter "Bud" 
Crochet; her parents, Charles and Mary Guidry; one daughter, Mary Ledet 
Andrews; five brothers, Charlie, Lolles, Eugene, Rene, and Clay Guidry; and 
five sisters, Esther Ledet, Juanita Rogers, Viola Hebert, Gertie Gervais and 
Melacie Thibodaux.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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DUFRENE, GLORIA 

Gloria A. Dufrene, 65, a native of New Orleans and resident of Larose, died at 
3:14 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Our Lady of the 
Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Mass will be held at noon Monday at the 
church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by four sons, Timothy "Tim" Naquin, Robert Naquin, Jimmy 
Bergeron and Michael Bergeron; two daughters, Stacey Cressonie and Cindy 
Gisclair; two brothers, Vergis Bergeron and Harold Bergeron; two sisters, 
Ella Mae Womack and Joyce Naquin; and 12 grandchildren and six great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Audrey A. Dufrene; her parents, 
Felton J. and Agnes Naquin Bergeron; two brothers, Felton Bergeron Jr. and 
Gerald Bergeron; and two sisters, Catherine Falgout and Sherry Sampey.

She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose.

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

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FLOYD, JUANISE 

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Juanise Lovell Floyd, 44, a resident of Bayou Vista, was received into eternal 
rest on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011. 

She passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, on the shrimp boat, in Oyster 
Bayou, doing what she loved at her tender age.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 10 a.m. to funeral time 
Monday at Twin City Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. 
Monday at the funeral home, with burial in the Morgan City Cemetery.

Juanise is survived by her husband of 24 years, Joel Floyd; one daughter, Shara 
Floyd; one son, Joel Floyd II, all of Bayou Vista; mother, Geraldine Lovell of 
Bayou Vista; two sisters, Jennine Lovell Martin and husband, Michael, and 
Cresside Lovell, all of Bayou Vista; two brothers, Leroy Lovell Jr. and wife, 
Sheila, of Theriot, and Leeland Lovell and wife, Katie, of Morgan City; mother 
and father-in-law, Margaret and Edward "Smokey" Floyd of Bayou Vista; and many 
nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Leroy Lovell Sr.; maternal grandmother 
and grandfather, Thelma Adams Lacoste and Gerald Lacoste; grandfather, Oscar 
Lacoste Sr.; and paternal grandmother and grandfather, Nora Dehart Lovell and 
Vincent Lovell.

She was a devoted wife to the love of her life. She was there for every and 
anything he needed. She was a True Mother! She loved her kids and provided them 
with a home full of love, home-cooked meals daily, her time and energy, her 
ability to communicate with them on any level.

She was the best daughter a mother could ask for, the most awesome sister that 
anyone could have, you couldn't ask for a better aunt/nanny she loved those 
kids and was a friend of many. You never would go hungry around Juanise's house 
as you were always welcome to grab a bite of whatever she had cooked. Some of 
our favorites were her Beef stew, chicken spaghetti and shrimp dip. She loved 
her peanut butter candy and she liked talking and getting to know people. She 
loved to put the music blaring, jammin' to the radio. She enjoyed playing Bingo 
and would give the shirt off her back to a stranger, friend or family member.

Twin City Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements.

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PITRE, BETTY 

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Betty Ann Chaisson Pitre, 73, a native of Grand Caillou and resident of Bayou 
Blue, died at 2:10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

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

She is survived by her husband, Lawrence Pitre Jr.; one son, Michael Pitre Sr. 
and wife, Joanella; three daughters, Sandra Pitre, Brenda Lirette, and Darlene 
Spot and husband, Andrew; two brothers, Glynn "Jules" Sr. and Lindburg "Panky" 
Chaisson; two sisters, Muriel and Shirley Rodrigue; and 18 grandchildren, 32 
great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Junius Joseph and Viola Lambas 
Chaisson; two sons, Frank and Junius Pitre; one daughter, Gertie Pitre Dupre; 
one brother, Roger Chaisson; and three sisters, Thelma Gisclair, Rita Landry 
and Barbara LeBoeuf.

She was Catholic.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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TERREBONNE, DIANNE 

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Dianne St. Pierre Terrebonne, a native and resident of Golden Meadow for 72 
years, departed this world at 2:32 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano 
and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic 
Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Rodney "PT" Terrebonne Sr.; her 
children, Dianell T. Trahan and husband, Farrell, Toby J. Terrebonne and wife, 
Jeannie, Rebecca T. Becker and husband, Bryan, Rodney J. Terrebonne Jr. and 
wife, Torey, Shelly A. Terrebonne and Brent J. Terrebonne; her grandchildren, 
Erica C. Jelks and husband, Jamie, Timmy D. Callais Jr., Sandy M. Trahan, Jay 
A. Trahan, Lacey R. Trahan, Kristen R. Trahan, Rainie T. Stevens and husband, 
Mike, Amie Terrebonne, Bradley J. Terrebonne and wife, Kimberly, and Joshua J. 
Terrebonne and Kayla Richardel; her great-grandchildren, Braxton Callais, 
Hampton Callais, Andrew "Drew" Rowe Jr., Maxim J. Danos, Bailey Orgeron  and 
Kinsley Terrebonne; one brother, Pershing St. Pierre Jr. and wife, Beverly; and 
two sisters, Janette S. Brunet and husband, Andrew "Tan", and Robin S. Martin 
and husband, Dennis.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Pershing St. Pierre Sr. and Amay P. 
St. Pierre; one grandson, Dusty Richardel; and one great-grandaughter, Theresa 
L. Guidry.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BARRIOS, CLARA 

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Clara Babin Barrios, 87, a native of Donner and a resident of Bourg, died 
Friday, Aug. 26, 2011.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Ann Catholic 
Church in Bourg, with services to follow. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery.

She is survived be one son, Daniel Barrios and wife, Lynda; one daughter, 
Pamela Savitts and husband, Kenny; and one sister, Clarice Bascle; four 
grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Pierre and Daisy Himel Babin; three 
brothers, Dio, Lester and Charleston Babin; and seven sisters, Lillian 
Bonvillain, Odette Clement, Annette Matherna, Azelda Musso, Mazel Breaux, 
Merlin Seuzeneaux and Mamie Babin.

She was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements.

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BEHRHORST, ELSIE 

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Elsie Cancienne Behrhorst, 88, a native of Lockport and resident of Lafayette 
for 70 years, passed away peacefully Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011.

Visitation will be held at the Martin & Castille Funeral Home's downtown 
Lafayette location from 7:30 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday. A Mass of 
Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. in the Cathedral of St. John the 
Evangelist in Lafayette. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. 
The Rev. Chester Arceneaux, rector of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist 
in Lafayette, will be the celebrant of the funeral mass and will conduct the 
funeral services.

She is survived by two daughters, Johanna Darnell and husband, Charles of 
Ponchatoula, and Francesca Bensabat of Darrow; one son, Konrad Behrhorst and 
wife, Lisa of Lafayette; five grandchildren, Nicholas Bensabat, Laura Bensabat, 
Matthew Bensabat, Philip Behrhorst and Jacob Behrhorst; one brother, Philip 
Cancienne Jr. and wife, Vivian of Youngsville; and her cat "Jack Jack."

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Vernon E. Behrhorst; her 
parents, Philip and Annette kerne Cancienne; and two sisters, Alma C. Bourgeois 
and Odette C. Naquin.

Elsie was a very active member of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 
volunteering in the gift shop and for many other church-related activities. She 
was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, Serra Club, St. John's 
Ladies Altar Society and volunteered at St. Joseph's Diner. In 2000, she 
received the Bishop's Medal. She was a physical education teacher at SLI (now 
ULL) and with the Lafayette Parish School System for more than 35 years.

She will be dearly missed by her family, friends and all who knew and loved 
her.

A rosary will be prayed at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday in Martin & Castille Funeral Home. 
View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com.

Martin & Castille Funeral Home in Lafayette is in charge of arrangements.

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BERGERON, MARION 

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Marion Trauth Bergeron, 91 a native of Boutte and Paradis and resident of Des 
Allemands, died Friday, Aug. 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Tuesday at Mennonite Church in Des Allemands. Funeral services will be held at 
10 a.m. Tuesday at the church, 
with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three sons, Freddie Bergeron and wife, Barbara, Ray Bergeron 
and wife, Jackie, and Donald Bergeron and wife, Iris; two daughters, Sylvia 
Bertrand and husband, Joseph, and Wanda Bergeron and husband, Jack; two 
brothers, Leo and Lester Trauth; and numerous grandchildren, great-
grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Alex J. Bergeron; 
parents, Joseph and Emma Dash Trauth; one son, Wallace "Buddy" Bergeron; one 
brother, Cyril Trauth; and one sister, Emma T. LeBlanc.

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

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BERGERON, ROY 

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Roy Joseph Bergeron, 56, a native of Mathews and resident of Houma, died at 
1:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with 
burial in Bayou Black Cemetery.

He is survived by his mother, Leona Crochet; his companion, Melissa Chauvin; 
nine sisters, Esther Lirette, Althea Millet, Margie Davine, Audrey Ellender, 
Susan Giroir, Theresa Bergeron, Beulah Vedros, Ula Mae Chauvin and Wanda 
Brunet; five brothers, Alvin Bergeron, Charles Bergeron, Michael Bergeron, 
Allen Bergeron and Herman LeBlanc; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces 
and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Alton Bergeron; his stepfather, Ernest 
Crochet; six brothers, Virgis Landry, Eugene Bergeron, Joseph Bergeron, Ernest 
Bourgeois, Marcellian Bourgeois and Alton Bergeron Jr.; and three sisters, 
Bridget Bergeron, Bessie Perrilou and Elsie Mae Bergeron.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BRUNET, PAUL J. 

Paul J. Brunet, 86, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Raceland, 
died at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday at St. Mary's Nativity 
Catholic Church in Raceland, with Mass to follow. 
Burial will be at the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Velma Luquette Brunet; four sons, Melvin Brunet, 
Dennis Taylor, Tony Brunet and Dennis Brunet; five daughters, Jackie Taylor, 
Harriet Green, Janice Brunet, Connie Barbier and April Brunet; 27 grandchildren 
and 29 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ocelia Theriot Brunet; his parents, 
Camille and Lorena Dupre Brunet; one son, Wayne Taylor; one daughter, Jeanine 
Taylor LeBlanc; one grandson, Seth Aucoin; one brother, Wilfred Brunet; and 
five sisters, Cecile Bonvillain, Lena Neal, Sylvia Brunet, Eta Neal and Naise 
Theriot.

He was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church and a retired 
employee of Mobil Oil Corporation.

Falgout Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements.

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LEDET, KENNETH 

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Kenneth James Ledet, 68, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma, 
died Friday, Aug. 26, 2011 at Oschner Foundation Hospital.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Chauvin Funeral home, and 
from 9 a.m. to service time Monday at Annunziata Church. Burial will be at St. 
Francis Cemetery #2.

He is survived by his wife, Hazel Smith Ledet; his mother, Yvonne Henry Ledet; 
three sisters, Eurlie Ledet Williams and husband, Bobby, Gayle Ledet and Cathy 
Ledet Kohmann; nieces and nephews, Dena Williams Szaroleta and husband, Mike, 
Michelle Williams Richard and husband, Brian, and Dr. Nicole Williams McKee and 
husband, Christian, Lisa Lirette Gehring and husband, Christopher, Troy Lirette 
and wife, Melissa, Lee Kohmann and wife, Misti, Jennifer Kohmann Toscano and 
husband, Mauricio; his two great-nephews and nieces, Sarah, Emily, Malorie, 
Matthew, Jacob and Olivia. He was also survived by his wife's children, Claude 
Renegar and wife, Wendy, Kelly and wife, Jance, and Keith Renegar; three 
grandsons, three great-grandsons and two great-granddaughters.

Kenneth was a 29-year member of the Elks Association of Louisiana, serving in 
many offices during his membership years. He served as past exalted ruler, 
district deputy and was currently serving as vice president of the Louisiana 
Elks Association. He was also serving as the secretary of the BPOE #1193 of the 
Elks and had held this position for the past 13 years. He faithfully worked for 
every charitable endeavor of the Elks. Most Friday evenings you could find 
Kenneth and Hazel working the Elks Bingo to help support Elks charities. He was 
a great cook and cooked and served great Cajun foods at the Elks State 
Conventions each year.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Elks charities or to help defray 
medical costs.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SANDRAS, ANNA 

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Anna C. Sandras, 91, a native and resident of Cut off, passed away Thursday, 
Aug. 25, 2011.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until service time Monday at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. at the church, with 
burial to follow in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Lasseigne and husband, Mitchell; two 
grandchildren, Taylor and Parker Lasseigne; and two sisters, Carrie Rigaud and 
Una Doughty.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edmond Sandras Jr.; her parents, 
Clovis and Celima Gisclair Cheramie; two brothers, Lyette Cheramie and Clovis 
Cheramie Jr; and one sister, Lowene Badeaux.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SEAR, FREIDA 

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Freida Richard Sear, 90, a native of Lafourche Crossing and a resident of Bayou 
Blue, was called home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Aug. 27, 2011, 
following a fall at home and a massive stroke one month later.

Memorial services will be held from 9 a.m. until service time Tuesday at the 
Bayou Blue Presbyterian Church, 3200 La. 316, with services to follow. The Rev. 
Richard Krajeski and the Rev. Kristina Peterson will be presiding, and a 
private interment of will be held at a later date.

She is survived by four daughters; Janice Carlos and husband, Aubry of Bayou 
Blue, Susan Girarg and husband, Kent of Lacey, Wash, Loraine Bourgeois of 
Metairie, and Phyliss Indest of Metairie; ten grandchildren; five great-
grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; ten 
step-great-grandchildren; and 12 step-great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Randolph Sear, who passed 
away on Oct. 11, 1993; her brother, Scuddy Richard; her sister; Gertie Richard 
Monier; an infant son, Randolph Sear Jr; an infant great-granddaughter, Jessica 
Lynn Adams; her parents, Philip Richard and Eva Pitre Richard; as well as her 
grandparents.

She enjoyed her role as a wife, mother and homemaker. She was a faithful 
servant of the Lord. She attended church services at the Bayou Blue 
Presbyterian Church and the First Presbyterian Church of Thibodaux. She enjoyed 
leading adult Sunday school, singing in the choir, participating in the 
Presbyterian Women's Association and many other church activities. An avid 
reader and accomplished seamstress, she also enjoyed flower gardening, music 
and letter writing. She loved the Lord and her family and friends.

She touched a lot of hearts and will be greatly missed by many. Mom, thanks for 
your wonderful legacy and until we meet again, we remain your loving daughters.

"One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek, to dwell in the House of the 
Lord all the days of my life." - Psalm 4.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Bayou Blue Presbyterian Church 
or the charity of your choice.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TRAYLOR, JIMMY 

Jimmy Wayne Traylor, 569, a native of Sycamore Ala. and a resident of Vestavia 
Hills, Ala., died Friday, Aug. 26, 2011.

Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the parlor of Vestavia Hills 
United Methodist Church, with services to follow in the chapel at 11 a.m. 
A private burial will be held at Elmwood Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Carlton Traylor; his daughters, Lindsay Roy 
and Robin LeCompte and husband, Troy, of Chauvin; their sons, Tyler Roy and 
Tryo LeCompte Jr.; and his sister, Diane Campbell and husband, John of 
Talladega.

He was an Eagle Scout, and served in the U.S. Air Force. He was am ember of the 
Sons of the American Revolution, Society of the Descendents of Washington's 
Army at Valley Forge, and American Legion Post #134.

Donations in his memory can be made to Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church, 
John Croyle's Big Oak Ranch of to the charity of your choice.

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CHOUEST, JOHNSON 

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Johnson J. Chouest, 78, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died Saturday 
Aug. 27, 2011.

Visitation will be at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden 
Meadow from 9 a.m. until funeral time. A military service will be held at 10 
a.m. by the United Veterans League. A funeral mass will be at the church at 11 
a.m. with burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Rema Doucet Chouest; two sons, 
Johnson Vincent Chouest and John Howard Chouest; two daughters, Belinda Chouest 
St. Pierre and husband Gilbert Sr. and Germaine Chouest Williams and husband 
Crawford Lee Sr.; one brother, Kenneth Chouest and wife Pat; one sister, Helen 
Pierce and husband Woodrow "Woody;" grandchildren Gilbert St. Pierre Jr. and 
wife Titania, Natasha Chouest, Chantel chouest, Chelsie Chouest, Christopher 
Sanders, Nicholas Sanders, Natalie Sanders, Crawford Williams Jr., great 
grandchildren Angelique St. Pierre, Dominique St. Pierre, George Chouest, 
Destinee Chouest, Callie Nethery, Neveah Williams, Chrstopher Sanders Jr., 
Teveah Sanders and step great grandchild Issah.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elephege and natalie Chouest; 
daughter-in-law Peggy Prosper Chouest; and brother-in-law Jimmie Robbins.

He held the rank of Corporal in the U.S. Army while serving in the Korean War.

He loved spoiling his wife and spending quality time with his children, 
grandchildren and great grandchildren. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, 
cleaning ducks, cutting grass and outdoor living.

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

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CORTEZ, JOSEPH 

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Joseph "Crip" Frederick Cortez, 70, a native of Des Allemands and resident of 
Raceland, died Friday at 1:52 p.m.

Vistation will be held from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday at Des Allemands Baptist Church 
with burial to follow at Mennonite Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife Berdine Cortez; three sons, Michael Valenti, William 
Cortez, Frederick Cortez and companion Mary Larousse; three brothers, Bert 
Cortez and wife Beverly, Malcolm Cortez and wife Karen and Gary Cortez; three 
sisters, Deanna Cologne, Linda Chapman and husband Richard and Sallie Schutz; 
five grandchildren, Priscilla Scott, William Cortez Jr., Julia Kaye Adams, 
Victoria Larousse and Hanna Mae Cortez; and one great grandchild, Kayla Cortez.

He is preceded in death by his first wife Julia Mae Cortez; his parents, 
Frederick Cortez Sr. and Gertrude M. Cortez; one daughter, Lisa Cortez Adams 
and two sisters, Gail Guidry and Judy Bryant.

Falgout Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements.

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CALLAIS, AUDREY 

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Audrey Chiasson Callais, 74, a native of Lockport and resident of Cut Off, died 
at 1:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Wednesday at the church, with burial 
in St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Harris Callais; two sons, Neil 
Callais and wife, Toni, and Larry Callais and wife, Mona; four daughters, 
Nettie Falgout and husband, Ricky, Mary Toups and husband, Ritchie, Audrey 
Vegas and husband, Monty, and Amy Plaisance and husband, Marty; two sisters, 
Aubradella "Della" Blanchard and Gloria Harrison; and 16 grandchildren and 17 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eves and Rita Chiasson; and two 
great-grandchildren, Ana Clair Guidroz and Carson Joseph Cheramie.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a member of Lafourche 
Volunteer for Family and Community (VFC).

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

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POINCON, ETHELENE 

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Ethelene "Ethel" Kreamer Poincon, 76, a native of Marrero and resident of 
Houma, died at 3:40 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, 2011, after a two year battle with 
cancer.

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

She is survived by three sons, Wayne DeRoche and companion, Mindy Peltier, 
Byron DeRoche and wife, Lola, and Paul Poincon Jr. and wife, Lynetta; three 
daughters, Jenny Loupe and husband, Dudley, Pam DeRoche Russo and husband, 
Jonathan, and Karen Poincon and companion, Bob Passman; nine grandchildren, 
Rachelle Gautreaux and husband, Robert "Bo", Brittany Pijor and husband, 
Dustin, Nicole and Ashley Russo, Ross and Kaylee DeRoche, Bretta Tassara and 
husband, T.J., and Zachary and Payton Poincon; five great-grandchildren, Cullen 
Nyssen, Logan Pijor, Gabrielle and Addison Gautreaux and Kaleb Tassara; one 
sister, Mae Loup; three brothers, Erole Kreamer and wife, Hilda, Alvin Kreamer 
and wife, Sedonia, and Ronald Norris Kreamer and wife, Helen; and numerous 
nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Poincon; her parents, Joseph and 
Alice Kreamer; her sister, Una Busby; and her brother-in-law, Willie Loup.

She loved to work in her yard, flowers and her animals. Most of all she loved 
her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her brothers and sisters.

She will be forever missed and loved by her family and friends.

She was Catholic.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RICE, GEORGIA 

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Georgia Lou Rice, 75, a native of Happy, Texas and resident of Gray, died at 4 
a.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, 2011.

She is survived by her husband, Jimmy Rice of Gray; three sons, Larry, Rice of 
Carlsbad, N.M., Keith Rice and wife, Laura, of Houston, and David Rice and 
wife, Sandra, of Prairieville; one daughter, Lee Estock and husband, Karl of 
Atlanta; and 10 grandchildren, Jamie Anderson and husband, Nils, Jennifer and 
Stephen Rice, Ryan Porche, Jesse, Jason, Randi, Dillon, and Cassidy Rice and 
Jake Estock.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Bealuh Kennedy.

She will be missed by all who knew her.

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

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RICHE, LOUIS, III

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Louis Julian Riche III, 76, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Montegut, 
died Monday, Aug. 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time 
Wednesday at Sacred Heart 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 42 years, Gayle Marie Ransonet Riche; two sons, 
Gerard Louis Riche and Niles Louis Riche and wife, Ashley; four grandchildren, 
Taylor Riche, Jackson Riche, Ayden Riche and Hudson Riche; and sister-in-law, 
Carol "Peachie" Ransonet.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Riche III and Flore Clement 
Riche.

He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Louis loved life and the 
little things in it. His passion was caring for his family and he took great 
joy in spending time with his four grandchildren. Whatever it was, "Pops" could 
not say no.

Louis served our country as a member of the U.S. Army in Germany. Longtime 
residents of Montegut, Louis and Gayle also loved spending time at their camp 
on Grand Isle. Wherever he was, his heart was in gardening, woodworking and 
fishing.

Louis served the community of Montegut and surrounding areas as a Notary and 
Justice of the Peace for many years and enjoyed the people he met and the 
stories they shared.

He was extremely active in the Montegut Lions Club, supported the NJ Ransonet 
Senior Center, and many other civics organizations.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Louis J. Riche Memorial Fund at 
South Louisiana Bank.

Chauvin 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 

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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EDDY, CATHY 

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Cathy Devillier Eddy, 56, a native of Cut Off and resident of Larose, died at 
10:15 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in 
Cut Off. 
There will be no services and body will be cremated.

She is survived by two sons, Robin Boudreaux Jr. and Ricky Eddy Jr.; one 
daughter, Kasey Boudreaux; one brother, Alvin "A.J." Devillier; one sister, 
Linda Eschete; and one grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin Henry and Celeste Dupuis 
Devillier; and four sisters, Jeannette Smotherman, Doris Devillier, Helen 
Galjour and Nellie Cantrelle.

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

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GALIANO, FELTON 

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 

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.

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 

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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LOVELL, L.J. 

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 

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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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 31 to September 1, 2011

THOMAS, MARY 

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Mary Mathews Thomas, 62, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Houma died 
Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

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

She is survived by her mother, Eula Mae Mathews of Thibodaux; three daughters, 
Janice Thomas of Port Allen, Leslie Thomas of Thibodaux, and Touannette Jones 
and husband, Reginald, of Baton Rouge; two sons, Adam Thomas and wife, Wendy, 
of Thibodaux and Delaney Thomas and wife, Cheryl, of Walker; two sons-in-law, 
Terrance Williams and Larry Luther; her companion, Henry Miller; nine brothers, 
Harry Mathews Jr. of New Orleans and wife, Mary, Charles Mathews Sr. and wife, 
Brenda, Lionel Mathews, Robert Mathews Sr., and Hurley Mathews, all of 
Thibodaux, Ulysses Mathews of Lafayette, Michael Mathews Sr. and wife, Sharon, 
of Houston, Ronald Mathews of Houma, and Gary Mathews of Tunica; two sisters, 
Rebecca Mathews and Eula Mae Mathews, both of Thibodaux; and 16 grandchildren, 
12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, Harry Mathews Sr.; three sons, Keith 
Thomas, Ernest Thomas and Russell Thomas; two sisters, Audrey Allen and Lela 
Arcement; her grandparents, Rebecca Johnson and Hurley Chevis; one grandson, 
Donald Thomas; and goddaughter, Shanta Allen.

She was a member of Moses Baptist Church.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from August 31 to September 1, 2011

TIVET, AZELIE 

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Azelie Georgie Charpentier Tivet, 89, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 
4:15 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home 
of Houma. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at the funeral home, with burial 
at St. Elie Cemetery in Chauvin.

She is survived by one son, Johnny Joseph Tivet and wife, Lannie; one daughter, 
Judy Tivet Lirette and husband, Junior; two sisters, Flossie Foret and husband, 
Alden Sr., and Irene Foret; one sister-in-law, Rosemary Charpentier; and 15 
grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Anthony Tivet; her parents, 
Jean and Elda Elise Dupre Charpentier; one daughter-in-law, Linda Tivet; three 
brothers, Claude, Murphy Sr., and Jean Charpentier and wife, Mavis; one sister, 
Jean Lapeyrouse and husband, Arthur; and one brother-in-law, Clamille Foret.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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VIZIER, LIPTON 

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Lipton J. "Balone" Vizier, 83, a native and resident of Larose, died at 5:34 
p.m. Monday, Aug. 29, 2011.

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

He is survived by two sons, Kurt and Ty "Buck" Vizier; one daughter, Marlene 
"Moe" Folse and husband, Farrel; two sisters, Clara Belle Collins and Isabelle 
"Bon" Pitre; and four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Earline "Lu Lu" Vizier; his 
parents, Alces and Edmae Vizier; two sons, Lipton Jr. and David Vizier; one 
daughter, Deborah Vizier; and two brothers, Nootzie and Whitney Vizier; and one 
sister, Avadae Vizier.

He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. He was a U.S. 
Navy and World War II veteran and a member of the VFW.

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

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