OBITUARIES for APRIL 2012; TERREBONNE and LAFOURCHE Parishes, La. Submitted by: Louis Lavedan Last Modified: 1 May 2012 Source: As Published ON-LINE from Houma Today (Terrebonne Parish) & The Daily Comet (Lafourche Parish) ============================================================================= Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgenweb.org/volunteers/copyright.shtml ============================================================================= NOTE: If a Photo is available for an obituary record, a reference note will be included with the record. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 1 to April 2, 2012 CANTRELLE, BARBARA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Barbara Cantrelle, 63, a native of Galliano and resident of Larose, died on Friday, March 30, 2012. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until funeral time on Monday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Services will begin at noon at the church. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Deacon Michael Cantrelle; her mother, Adolphine Guidry St. Pierre; and her brother Ray St. Pierre and his finacee Linda Smith. She is preceded in death by Matt St. Pierre. She was a member of St. Vincent De Paul, St. Joseph Alter, Extraordinary Minister, Holy Name Society, KC Ladies Auxillary, and Ladies Alter Society. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 1 to April 2, 2012 LEBOEUF, JOSH PAUL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Joshua Paul LeBoeuf, 30, a native and resident of Houma, died of natural causes at 8:45 a.m. on Wednesday, March 28, 2012. Visitation will run be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Monday and 8 a.m. until funeral time on Tuesday at the Falgout Chapel. Burial will follow at St. Francis II Cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Janine Ann Theriot Caillouet; his fiance, Kristin Cenac, and their beloved pet dog, Bella LeBoeuf; his maternal grandmother, Jenny Theriot; his paternal grandmother, Sylvia LeBoeuf; one brother, Christopher LeBoeuf; one sister, Courtney Lynn and husband, Taylor Waidhofer; and his nephews, David Paul LeBoeuf and Peyton Paul Waidhofer. He is preceded in death by his father, David Paul LeBoeuf; his maternal grandfather, Carroll J. Theriot; and his paternal grandfather, Larry J. LeBoeuf. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 1 to April 2, 2012 LEDET, EUGENE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Eugene "Geno" Ledet, 82, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 2:30 a.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until funeral time on Wednesday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass of the Christian Burial will begin at noon on Wednesday at the church. He is survived by his dons, Jody, Barney and Geno Ledet; his daughters, Vickie Guidry and Leslie Felarise; one brother, Jessie Ledet; two sisters, Felicia R. Cheramie and Bea Stenmetz; and his grandchildren, Heidi, Joshua, Mathew, Stevie, Nik, Courtney, Justin, Deidra, Bubba, Celeste and Emily. He is preceded in death by his wife, Violet Bouffanie Ledet; his parents, Eugene Eli and Lucille Lombas Ledet; his son, Druis Ledet; his brothers, Enos Ledet, Druis Ledet and Hewitt Ledet; his sisters, Sadie Rhodes, Gladys Bouzigard, Inez Henery Hazel Plaisance and Dot Autin. He was a parishioner of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, was very deep in his faith and was a choir member at Sacred Heart. He was a Korean War veteran and an avid oilfield worker. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 1 to April 2, 2012 ROBICHAUX, RUTH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ruth Hochenedel Robichaux, 89, a native of Alexandria, LA and resident of Houma, died at 2:39 p.m. Friday, March 30, 2012. Visitation will be held Monday from 8:30 a.m. until service time at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. Burial will follow at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery #2. She is survived by her son, John "Dupe" Christopher Robichaux of New Orleans; her daughters, Virginia Robichaux Pellegrin and husband, Myrden of Houma, Patricia Robichaux Gilbert, of Baton Rouge; her daughter-in-law, Pam Robichaux of Houma; her grandchildren, Andree Pellegrin Bourgoyne, Louis Pellegrin, Mimi Pellegrin, Amanda Robichaux, Aimee Robichaux, Megan Robichaux, Ryan Robichaux, Tyler Robichaux and Erin Gilbert; and her great-grandchildren, Anna Ruth Bourgoyne, Brady Bourgoyne, Riley Grace Pellegrin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Joseph Robichaux; her sons, Ernest "Ernie" Ray Robichaux and Edward "Eddie" Lee Robichaux; her parents, Edward Lee Hochenedel, Sr. and Virginia Marsh Hochenedel; and her brother, Edward Lee Hochenedel, Jr. Ruth was a founding member of the Maria Immaculata Parish, the Legion of Mary, and was a Eucharistic minister. She was a teacher at St. Francis de Sales School and a guidance counselor at Vandebilt Catholic High School for 20 years. As the original organizer of the Terrebonne Tennis Club, Ruth pursued and shared a passion for tennis. She was also an avid golfer and loved to fish. She will be remembered for her indomitable spirit and will be dearly missed. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Vandebilt Catholic High School Endowment Fund. Chauvin Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of the arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 1 to April 2, 2012 SMITH, LOUISE Louise Rutledge Smith, a native of Houma and resident of Houston, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday March 29, 2012 in Houston. She is survived by nine sons and three daughters of Houston, Texas; two sisters, Muriel Wallace and Dorothy Davis of Houma; and one brother, Calvin Rutledge, of Houma. Visitation will be held Friday from 9 a.m. until funeral time at Fountain of Praise Church, 13950 Hillcroft, Houston. Services will begin at 11 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow in Houston Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Troy B. Smith Professional Services is in charge of the arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 1 to April 2, 2012 SWAN, DANIEL ALTON ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Daniel Alton Swan, 62, a native of Lee's Summit, Mo., and resident of Houma, died at 7:19 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, 2012, of complications from diabetes and renal failure Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until funeral time on Tuesday at Christian Faith Fellowship Church, 130 Moffet Rd., Houma. Services will begin at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church, followed by burial at Crematorium, Inc. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Ann Trahan Swan; his daughters, Danielle A. and Danise A. Swan; his sister, Vicky S. Long and husband Jimmy; three grandchildren, Shane Swan, Makaila Swan, and Jaylyn Williams; his step-mother, Peggy Naquin Swan; and his step-brothers, Robert "Bobby" Brian and Barry McNamara. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry Alton and Helen Louise Forrest Swan. He was Christian and an ordained minister. He was also a past member of Circuit Riders, a longtime Boy Scout Master for Troop 307 and a past Lions Club officer. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and collecting guns. He was a retired fireman for the Houma Fire Department and a former employee of the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude's Research Hospital. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of the arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 1 to April 2, 2012 WOOD, BRIAN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Brian Keith Wood, 46, a native of Morgan City and resident of Houma, died at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, March 30, 2012. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday at the Falgout Funeral Parlor, followed by burial at Crematorium Inc. He is survived by his beloved dog, Rocky; his great-nieces, Keryiana, Jasmine and Neveah; his great- nephew, Keith Jacob Wood; his niece, Mikaela Desoto; his nephew, Timothy Wood; and his sister, Debra Desoto. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry K. and Marlis Mason Wood. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 2 to April 3, 2012 BLANCHARD, DONALD, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Donald A. Blanchard Sr., 71, a native of Bayou Dularge and resident of Houma, died at 8:25 a.m. Friday, March 30, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, with a Rosary said at 8 p.m. at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. He is survived by the mother of his children, Janice Smith; sons, Donald Anthony Jr. and wife, Yoany, Francis Paul, Donald Anthony III, and Joseph Charles; daughters, Aspaze "Toni" B. Henry, Elizabeth Ann Blanchard, Cinda Ann Blanchard, and Jennifer Blanchard Chauvin and husband, John; grandchildren, Sky, Brian, Johnathan, Samantha, Isis, Cob'y, Keon, Aryn, Cally, Jacob and Ashlee; and great-grandchildren, Autumn and Nevaeh. He was preceded in death by his parents, Essie and Celesida Blanchard; son, Rebel John Blanchard; brothers, Virgis Sr., Ivy Sr., Essie Jr., Andy, Wilson Sr., Roland, Emile Sr., and Iry Blanchard; sister, Doris Mae Blanchard; and son-in-law, Alcide C. Henry. He loved fishing, trawling, hunting and especially spending time with his family. In lieu of flowers, donations to assist with funeral expenses are preferred. Samart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 2 to April 5, 2012 DION, SHIRLEY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Shirley Marie Dion, 55, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, March 29, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. She is survived by her sons, Ruben Jr., Eric, and Ramiro Gonzalez; daughter, Natalie Straley and husband, Woodrow; brother, Paul Dion; sisters, Vivian D. Hale, Anna M. Gonzalez and Betty D. Guitterez; and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Marie Dion; brothers, Calvin J., Joseph J., Wilbert E., and Leroy J. Dion; and sisters, Catherine A. and Frances Dion. She enjoyed driving, gardening and sewing. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to assist with funeral expenses. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 2 to April 3, 2012 LEBLANC, LARRY Larry Lawrence LeBlanc, 76, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Betty Pontiff LeBlanc; daughter, Janell Cunningham and husband Ronald; son, Perry LeBlanc; grandchildren, Lacey McCaskill, Sydney LeBlanc and Morgan LeBlanc; great-grandchild, Haley McCaskill; and sister, Edith Forrester. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Marie Olivier LeBlanc; and brothers, Harold and Ronald LeBlanc. He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. He was an engineer specialist and worked for the state for 32 years. He served in the U.S. Army for three years and the Army Reserve for 13 years. He was a longtime member of the Bayou Cane Volunteer Fire Department. The family would like to thank Dr. Russell Henry and his staff. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 ANDERSON, PATSY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Patsy Anderson, 84, died Friday, March 30, 2012, at home in Apple Valley, Calif. after lengthy illnesses. There will be a graveside memorial service for her in June, 2012 at the Goldonna Cemetary in Goldonna, La. Anyone wishing to attend can call 760-247-4275 after June 1, 2012 for date, details and directions. She is survived by her sister, Lemorie Eaves; brother, Weyman Brantley; son, Patric S. Yancey; and two grandsons and two great-granddaughters. She was preceded in death by her parents, Felton and Bertye Brantley; and her husband, Charles Anderson. She was a graduate of Goldonna High School and Northwestern State University. Patsy was a teacher in the Terrebonne Parish school system for 30 years. She had taught at Pointe-au-Chenes Elementary, West Park Elementary and Grand Caillou Elementary Schools. She retired in 1995. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 BERNARD, JULIUS, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Julius John Bernard Sr., 84, a native Ludevine Plantation and resident of Larose, died Monday, April, 2, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his companion of 31 years, Earline Guidry Guidry; ex-wife, Irene Rogers Williams; sons, Julius "Bubba" Bernard Jr. and wife, Carolyn, Murphy Bernard and wife, Dena, and Jody Bernard Sr.; daughters, Betty and Joan Bernard; stepsons, Harrison Guidry Jr. and wife, Lisa, Curt Guidry and wife, Darlene, and Banny Guidry and wife, Diane; sister, Thelma Bernard Boura; grandchildren, Emmet Boudreaux Jr., Heidi Boudreaux Lee, Julius Bernard III, Allison Bernard, Taylor Bernard, Tyler Bernard, Jody Bernard Jr., Joseph Bernard, Keely Bernard, Jesse Bernard, Jolie Bernard, Millie Guidry, Harrison Guidry III, Savanna Guidry Callais, Joshua Eymard Guidry and Banny Guidry Jr.; and great-grandchildren, Emilie Lee, Renee' Lee, Samantha Boudreaux, Gavin Lee, Cameron Lee, Brennon Bernard, Alyssa Bernard, Jana Bernard, Julian Bernard, Taylor Bernard, Tyler Bernard, Rylie Bernard, Landon Slaaen, Autumn Foret, Francesca Bernard, Beaux Thronhill, Caleb Polk, Cannon Guidry, Justin Eymard and Jaelyn Eymard. He was preceded in death by his parents, Uyless and Estella Adams Bernard; brothers, Joseph "Popeye" Bernard and Eugene "Bib" Bernard; sisters, Emelda Bernard Gros and Enolia Bernard Orgeron. He was an amazing companion, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. He will be missed dearly by all those who loved him. The family would like to thank L.J. Chabert Medical Center doctors, nurses and staff, the Southern Care Hospice and their whole staff. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 BLAISDELL, ALI ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ali Taylor Blaisdell, 18, a native of Clayton County, Ga. and resident of Schriever, died Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at St. Bridget Catholic Church Cemetery. She is survived by her father, Brian Keith Blaisdell and stepmother, Alicia Blaisdell of McDonough, Ga.; mother and fiance, Rachel Ann Landry and Troy M. Sobert of Schriever; brothers, Larry Blaisdell and Grant Landry; sister, Toni Hughes and Maddie Pardee, and soon to be sisters, Madison and Sophia Sobert; grandmothers, Verda Landry and Barbara Blaisdell; great-grandmother, Linda Billiot; nieces, Memphis and Preslei Hughes; godparents, Reed and Jill Pere; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Clyde Landry and David Blaisdell. She worked for Victoria's Indigo Boutique. She was a senior at Terrebonne High School, on the honor role and was going to graduate with honors. She was recently accepted to UNO and was pursuing a career in Dentistry. She had a passion for cheerleading and was a former cheerleader at Vandebilt Catholic High School from 8th to 11th grade. She was a parishioner of Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. She loved her friends dearly and was a loyal and loving friend to all. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made in Ali's name to the Vandebilt Catholic Endowment Fund. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 BRUNET, KIRBY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Kirby P. "Black" Brunet, 79, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 8:11 p.m. Sunday, April 1, 2012. Graveside services will be held at a later date. He is survived by his son, Autry Brunet; stepsons, Clifton Cheramie and Lowell Autin; daughters, Elizabeth "Liz" Bourg and husband, Jessie, and Mona Irwin and husband, Billy; brothers, Lawrence Brunet, Armond Brunet III, Allen Brunet and Gerald Brunet; two sisters, Alice Hendricks and Christine Brunet; and 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Aliceda C. Brunet; parents, Armond Jr. and Haritia G. Brunet; son, Wayne Brunet; and daughter, Viola Brunet. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 CARO, TAYLOR ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Taylor James Caro, 19, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Louis Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, James Paul Caro and Melissa Rhodes Caro of Houma; brother, Jacob DeLaune and wife, Shea; sisters, Brianna Caro and Kimberly Darden; grandparents, Jerry Caro and wife, Terri, Bonnie Brien Caro and Berris Rodrigue, and Patricia Rhodes Darcey and husband, Ray; godparents, Beth Caro White and James Paul Rhodes; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Adrian Rhodes. He was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. He graduated from Terrebonne High School in 2010. He cherished his many friends as if they were his family and enjoyed hunting, fishing and just smiling. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 CEDOTAL, SALLY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sally Irena Oliver Cedotal, 74, a native of Savannah, Ga. and resident of Gray, passed in peace Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Bridget 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, Frank Joseph Cedotal Jr.; sons, Frank Joseph Cedotal III and wife, Juanita, Paul Cedotal, and David Cedotal; daughters, Lisa Smith, Dena Albert, Susan Brush and husband, Bill, and Bernice Folse; 18 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Perry R. Oliver Sr. and Jack Willard Oliver; and sister, Cora Jane Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry Deleslie Oliver Sr. and Bernice Irena Burdick Oliver; son, Jesse James Cedotal; brothers, Harry Deleslie Oliver Jr. and wife, Francis Lester Oliver, and Frank Richard Oliver; and sisters, Hazel Beatrice Oliver and Dorothy Marie Oliver. She was a parishioner of St. Bridget Catholic Church. Sally will be fondly remembered by her family and friends as a loving mother and wife with a witty sense of humor and beautiful smile. That's momma. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 FALGOUT, RONALD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ronald "Lurch" Joseph Falgout, 59, a native of Bourg and resident of Crosby, Miss., died at 4:36 a.m. Thursday, March 29, 2012. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. April 14 at Crosby Baptist Church, with fellowship following. He is survived by his wife, Susan Ann Hebert Falgout of Crosby; two children, Bobby Falgout and wife, Kate, of Gloster, Miss. and Kristy Falgout Authement and husband, Jamie, of Denham Springs; mother, Mabel Hutchinson Falgout of Bourg; sister, Cheryle Boudreaux of Bourg; brother, Keith Falgout of Bayou Blue; and mother-in-law and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Loris J. Falgout; his father-in-law, James A. Hebert; two brothers-in-law, Willie J. Boudreaux and Larry J. Hebert; two sisters-in-law, Linda Falgout and Linda H. LeBoeuf; and nephew, Boyd A. Boudreaux. He was a retired 31 year employee of Texaco and a Ranch Foreman in Natchez, Miss. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the ALS Association and the American Cancer Society . ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 GRAVOIS, MARY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mary Melancon Gravois, 95, a native and resident of St. James, died at 1:40 p.m. Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1027 La. 308 in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Donaldsonville. She is survived by her son, Claude Gravois Jr.; daughters, Beulah Weimer and husband, Raymond, and Marie Gravois; grandchildren, Mary Jameson and husband, Rick, Tina Esponge and husband, Coby, David Weimer, and Danny Weimer and wife, Jill; great-grandchildren, Brent and Jessica Loupe, and Joey and Owen Weimer; and great-great-grandson, Lucus Loupe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Gravois Sr.; parents, Stanislous Melancon and Emilie Chauffe Melancon; grandson, Raymond Weimer Jr.; brothers, Elmer, Mark, Leonard, Paul, Luke, and Theodule Melancon; and sisters, Etta Constantin, Emily Gravois, Mae Waguespack and Mabel Melancon. The family wishes to thank her special niece, Evelie Scioneaux, and dear friend Patrick Zeringue for their daily visits which made it possible for her to live independently at home until age 93. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 4, 2012 ROBICHAUX, DOLORES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dolores Rodrigue Robichaux, 74, a native of Thibodaux and resident Raceland, was entrusted to God's loving care on Sunday, April 1, 2012 at her home. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Hillary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Matthews. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Merille "Yock" J. Robichaux III. and wife, Kim Guidroz Robichaux; daughter, Darlene R. Foret and husband, Charles O. Foret; brother, Alvin Rodrigue and wife, Audrey McDaniel Rodrigue, and Euris Rodrigue Sr.; five grandchildren, Derrick J. Foret and wife, Marylynn P. Foret, Charles O. Foret Jr. and fianceé, Gina Clement, Christy Aline Foret Cortex and husband, Justin C. Cortez, Merille Thomas Robichaux and Jesse Robert Robichaux; and six great-grandchildren, Destiny and Derrick Foret Jr., Caitlyn , Charley Isabel, and Cooler J. Foret(mother, Crystal), and Brody Michael Cortez. She was preceded in death by her husband, Merille J. Robichaux Jr.; parents, Sevin Rodrigue and Aline Mars Rodrigue; and sister, Irena Rodrigue Labat. Dolores was a member of St. Hilary of Poitiers Council of Catholic Women, National Shrine of St. Jude, Future Farmer of America Alumni for Raceland Jr. High and Central Lafourche High School, Veteran of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Raceland Post 3665, Lafourche Parish Farm Bureau Women Committee, Louisiana State University Ag. Center Cooperative Extension Service, a former member of 15 1/2 yrs. to the Raceland Homemaker's Club, and St. Hillary of Poitiers Kaycee Auxiliary charter member. Falgout Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 3 to April 5, 2012 THOMAS, SAULMON, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rev. Saulmon Thomas Sr., 81, a native of Beaumont, Texas and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died Wednesday, March 28, 2012. Visitation will be from 7 a.m. to funeral time today at Mechanicville Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2609 Senator St. in Houma. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Lillian Myles Thomas; sons, Saulmon Thomas Jr., Bernell Thomas and Allen Thomas; daughters, Robertadine Stevenson and husband, George, Gail Marie Thomas, Brenda Johnson and husband, Charley, and Deborah Wright and husband, Dwayne; brothers, Isaac Thomas, and Otis Thomas and wife, Yvone; sister, Lizzie Guidry and husband, Herbert; and 21 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Matt and Mary Jasper Thomas; daughter, Jacquelyn Thomas Lewis; brothers, Wilton, Matt, Herbert, Jeff, Jasper, Benjamin, and George Thomas; and sisters, Elsie Thomas Nevers and Eula Mae Thomas Jones. He was a former member of Blaine C. Clay Lodge and a former instructor at United Theological Seminary of Houma and Bayou Baptist Association. He was a carpenter and Pastor of Mechanicville Emmanuel Baptist Church. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 4 to April 5, 2012 CALLAWAY, CHERYL Cheryl Callaway, 56, a native of Houma and resident of Lafayette, died Monday, April 2, 2012 at Heart Hospital of Lafayette. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 5 to April 7, 2012 CALLOWAY, CHERYL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Cheryl Calloway, 56, a native of Houma and resident of Lafayette, died Monday, April 2, 2012 at Heart Hospital of Lafayette in Lafayette. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, 1830 Prospect Blvd. in Houma. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall, with burial at Southdown Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her husband, Johnny J. Calloway; three daughters, Mrs. Shawn (Dana McPherson) Gradney, Mrs. Wilton (Crystal McPherson) Demouchet Jr., and Deidre McPherson all of Lafayette; one sister, Mrs. Gilbert (Angie Mitchell) Parker of Houma; two brothers, Kirk A. (Pamela) Mitchell of Houma, and Marvin E. (Michelle) Mitchell of Baton Rouge; four grandchildren; and a host of relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Phyllis Sims Mitchell; a brother, Carlos G. Mitchell; and her grandparents, Felix Sims Sr. and Levorn Wallis Sims, and Hayes and Zenobia White Mitchell. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City/Franklin/Jeanerette is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 5 to April 8, 2012 CRENSHAW, TERRY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Terry Lynn Lyons Crenshaw, 54, a native and resident of Houma, passed away at 4 a.m. Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Visitation will be from to 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, April 9 and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday, April 10 at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home chapel. Terry Lynn is survived by her husband, Mike Crenshaw; her daughter, Brandy Lavender Roberts; her stepdaughter, Shanna and husband, Jimmy Burgess; her stepson, Joel Crenshaw and wife, Lisa; her father, John R. Lyons; three grandchildren, Gage Rhodes, and Mallory and Reese Burgess; her foster sister, Bridget Langrasse and husband, Alan; and her caregivers, Gerald and Hilda Lyons. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nell Roddy Lyons; her paternal grandparents, Druis and Pauline Dupre Lyons; and her maternal grandparents, Nolan and Ruby Giroir Roddy. Terry Lynn worked in retail at Southland Mall, was a real-estate agent, and a long-time advertising executive for the Houma Courier. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Journey Hospice or the American Cancer Society . Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 5 to April 6, 2012 FALGOUT, EDITH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Edith Theriot Falgout, 99, a lifelong resident of Theriot, died Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Eloi Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her daughters, Sylvia Savoie, Edith Arseneaux, Genevieve Falgout all of Houma, and Martha Guidry and husband, Peter D. Guidry Jr. of Theriot; 17 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and five great-great- grandchildren; and sister, Jeanne Hebert. She was preceded in death by her husband, Honora "Beb" Falgout; parents, Honore' "Dutch" Theriot and Ida Vice Theriot; daughter, Betty Champagne; grandson, Michael Champagne; brothers, Raul, Percy, Xavier, and Emile Theriot; sisters, Audrey Daigle, Yvonne Perry, Alma Fanguy and Mercedes Riche'; and sons-in-law, Paul A. Savoie and Robert Arseneaux. She was a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 5 to April 6, 2012 KING, KENNETH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Kenneth Joseph King, 75, a native of New Orleans, resident of Houma and former resident of New Iberia, died at 11:10 p.m. Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday, April 9 at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Gloria St. John King of Houma; son, Kenneth King Jr. and wife, Stacy Blakeman King of Houma; daughters, Kelly King LaRussa and husband, Michael, of Houma and Kara King Griffin and husband, Jason, of Houma; sister, Alice "Fe" King Haydel and husband, Dr. Bobby Haydel of Houma; and grandchildren, Rebecca, William, Matthew, and Grant Michael King, Nicholas and Gigi Griffin, Olivia and Joseph LaRussa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hoffman King and Alice Guidry King; brother, Hoffman "Bud" King Jr.; and sisters, Marlene King Wimbish and Kathryn King Gautreaux. He was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. He was a retired supervisor for Texaco, Inc. for 38 years, and president of the Iberia Parish School Board and past member for 11 years. He was an avid hunter, master craftsman, and fisherman. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 5 to April 6, 2012 KLINGMAN, DOROTHY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dorothy Caillouet Klingman, 96, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Houma, died at 11:20 a.m. Monday, April 2, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday, April 10 at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her son, Elie Alfred Klingman II and wife, Ida LeCompte Klingman of Houma; daughters, Dorothy "Dottee" K. LeCompte and husband, C.J. "Jerry" LeCompte, of Houma and Leah K. Pearce and husband, Mark, of Houston; grandchildren, Michelle L. O'Mary and husband, B. Scott O'Mary, Leah L. LeCompte, Joseph J. LeCompte and wife, Kelly Manion LeCompte, Mark N. Pearce and wife, Helen Hardy Pearce, Luke A. Pearce, Adriane P. Counts and husband, Tegan Counts, Stephanie L. Klingman, and James A. Klingman and wife, Erin Watkins Klingman; and great-grandchildren, Catherine M. O'Mary, Madeline R. O'Mary, Matthew T. O'Mary, Justin J. LeCompte, Jack D. LeCompte, Margaret A. Pearce, Benjamin M. Pearce, Jacob O. Pearce, Allison A. Counts, Hayden J. Klingman, Landon W. Klingman, Easton C. Klingman and Claire E. Klingman, She was preceded in death by her husband, Elie Alfred Klingman; parents, Louis Edwin Caillouet and Antoinette Matherne Caillouet; brothers, Louis Edwin Caillouet, Rev. James Louis Caillouet and Lucien "Boonie" Charles Caillouet; and sisters, Rosemary Caillouet and Antoinette "Nette" C. Durel. She was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. She volunteered for her church in many capacities for many years. She was a girl scout troop leader and unit chairman. She was a faithful wife and a good mother. She welcomed friends and relatives into her home with fresh coffee and good conversation. The family extends their gratitude and appreciation to the staffs of Terrebonne House and Heritage Manor. A Seminarian burse has been set up in memory of Elie and Dot Klingman. Contributions in their memory can be sent to: Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux Seminarian burse P.O. Box 505 Schriever, Louisiana 70395. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 6 to April 8, 2012 BAKER, CATHERINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Catherine Rogers Baker, 76, born in the family home on Gouaux Avenue in Houma, died Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Co- Cathedral in Thibodaux. Bishop Sam Jacobs will preside over the Mass at 7 p.m. with Rev. Jay Baker as celebrant. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2 in Houma. She is survived by her husband of nearly 53 years, Harry O. Baker; two sons, Steve of New Orleans and Fr. Jay of Thibodaux; her daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Andy Cook of Kingwood, Texas; her grandchildren, Erin, Ryan, Caitlyn, and Kyle Donegan and their parents, Jeannie and Milton, all of Thibodaux. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Cornelia (nee Cenac) and Nolan Rogers; and her dear sister, Fannie. Catherine was a graduate of St. Francis de Sales Academy and a parishioner of St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. She was member of the Terrebonne Garden Club, was dedicated to her exercise groups at the "Y," and was a shark at cards with "Grace's Girls" and others. In lieu of flowers, at this time the family requests donations to the St. Joseph Ladies Altar Society for flowers throughout the year in her memory. Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 6 to April 7, 2012 BONVILLAIN, DEAN, SR. Dean John Bonvillain Sr., 62, died Monday, April 2, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer. Visitation was held April 4 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, with a private interment held April 5. He is survived by his wife, Robin Farrell Bonvillain of Luling; daughter, Dana Bonvillain Aucoin of Thibodaux; sons, Dean Bonvillain Jr. and wife, Cassie Himel Bonvillain of Thibodaux, Leslie Bonvillain of Colorado, and Derek and Andrew Bonvillain of Luling; mother, Eve Himel Bonvillain of Thibodaux; sisters, Joel Bonvillain Landry and husband, Wayne, of Thibodaux and Wendy Bonvillain Fremin of Thibodaux; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, E.J. Bonvillain. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 6 to April 7, 2012 JOSEPH, ALVIN, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Alvin Joseph Sr., 67, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Houma, died Thursday, March 29, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Magnolia United Methodist Church, 128 Johnson Ridge in Thibodaux. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Blue Lilly Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Marion Joseph; son, Alvin Joseph Jr. and wife, Kimberly; daughters, Jean Claire Carter of Houston and Virginia Griffin and husband, Alvin, of Morgan City; brother, Isiah Joseph and wife, Viola of Thibodaux; sister, Lillian Joseph of Johnson Ridge; and seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Chester Joseph and Martha Singleton Joseph; brothers, Chester and Melvin Joseph; and sister, Elise J. Rounds. He was a member of Magnolia United Methodist Church and a welder with Avondale Shipyard. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 6 to April 7, 2012 MCPIPE, ROOSEVELT Roosevelt McPipe, 66, a native of Woodville, Miss. and resident of Thibodaux, died Monday, April 2, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Katherine Harrell McPipe of Miami; stepsons, Travis Harrell of Miami, and Alvin Smith and wife of Schriever; stepdaughters, Jennifer McIntyre of Thibodaux, and Lisa Price and husband, Calvin, of Raceland; sister, Joann Jackson of Woodville, Miss.; and step-daughter-in-law, Virginia Allen of Raceland. He was preceded in death by parents, Bessie McPipe and Arthur Wyatt; stepson, Eugene McIntyre; brothers, John Montgomery, Leo Wyatt and George Bland; and sisters, Roseann Glen, Edith Jenkins and Jenny McPipe. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 6 to April 7, 2012 MILLER, ERNEST ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ernest Charles "Scat" Miller, 59, a native of Houma and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died Tuesday, March 27, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Dularge Community Church, 549 Andrew St. in Houma. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. He is survived by his son, Ernest Miller Jr.; brother, Calvin Miller Sr.; and sisters, Betty, Carolyn, Marion, and Mary Miller, Lois Simmons and husband, Charles, and Debra Miller and husband, Bryan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Freddie Miller Sr. and Earlis Carter Miller; and brothers, Edward and Freddie Miller. He was a member of Dularge Community Baptist Church and the U.S. Army National Guard. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 6 to April 8, 2012 RHODES, SALLY Sally Ann Rhodes, 68, a native of Rogers City, Mich. and resident of Houma, died at 11:24 a.m. Monday, April 2, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Religious services 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 her husband, Gene Rhodes of Houma; sons, Mark Rhodes and wife, Esther, of Gray, Branden Rhodes and wife, Erika, of Bourg and Dustin Rhodes and wife, Sara, of Gray; brothers, Emile Zielaskowski Jr. and wife, Mollie, of Rogers City, Allen Zielaskowski and wife, Susan, of Boone, N.C. and Bobby Zielaskowski and wife, Laurie, of Rogers City; sisters, Clair Styma and husband, Albert, of Posen, Mich., Carol Smolinski and husband, Ray, of Rogers City and Susan Bannasch of Rogers City; grandchildren, Chloe', Gage, Olivia, Tyler and Rhylee; and mother, Helen Zielaskowski of Rogers City, Mich. She was preceded in death by her father, Emile Zielaskowski of Rogers City, Mich. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church and owner of Rhodes Electronic Services Inc. Sally enjoyed many activities that were shared by her family. She most enjoyed spending her time in Mississippi at the family camp with her grandchildren and pets. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 6 to April 7, 2012 WILLIAMS, EVELYN Evelyn Wallis Williams, 71, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Saturday, March 31, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Pleasant View Baptist Church, 434 Naquin St. in Houma. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Maurice Charles Aitch and wife, Victoria, Dwayne Elliot Lett and Freddie Swing; daughters, Natalie Aitch Washington and husband, Mickey, Rayetta Francis Robertson and husband, Walter, and Donna Hawkins; brothers, Jessie Ray and wife, Martha, LeRoy Ray and wife, Joyce, Donald Ray and wife, Helen, Ernest Mart and Tyrone Celestine; sisters, Carol Ray, Bertha Thierry and husband, Roland, Yolanda Mart, April Wallis, Effie Wallis and Sheryl Wallis; and 17 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Williams; parents, Celia Mae Ray and Abraham L. Wallis, and Thomas Ray Sr.; daughter, Linda Marie Aitch; brothers, Arthur, Thomas, and Ronald Ray; and sister, Gay Wallis Dawson. She was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 7 to April 8, 2012 BREAUX, ROSE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rose Mae Walker Breaux, 85, a native and resident of Larose, died Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, with a Rosary said at 10 a.m. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. Celebrant will be her nephew Rev. Dean Danos. She is survived by her brother, Jerry Walker; sisters, Gloria Walker and Bertha Walker Allemand; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Irvin Bruce; parents, Alcide Walker Sr. and Evelyn Orgeron Walker; brothers, Stanley and Alcide Walker Jr.; and sisters, Clara Bell Walker Danos and Marjorie Walker Rogers. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary and a member of the Ladies Altar Society. She was retired from the Lafourche Telephone Company. Pall bearers will be Jarad Walker, Bobby Walker, Robbie Lee, R.J. Lee, Michael Rogers and Tate Danos. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 7 to April 8, 2012 GRAYSON, GAIL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gail V. Grayon, 74, a native of Lake Charles and resident of Larose, died at 8:35 p.m. Thursday, April 5, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Religious services will be held at noon Monday at the funeral home, with burial at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Larose. She is survived by two sons, Lester Grayson, and Bob Grayson Jr. and wife, Cheryl; daughter, Brenda Gremillion and husband, Jerry; two brothers, Phil and Ricky Vidrine; sister, Jeannine Oubre; best friend of 45 years, Betty Prejean; and seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Bob" L. Grayson Sr.; parents, Kenneth Ray Vidrine and Inez B. Vidrine; two brothers, Kenny and Danny Vidrine; and sister, Barbara Carowell. She was a retired teacher at Larose Elementary School. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 7 to April 8, 2012 LANDRY, FELIX, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Felix John Landry Sr., 75, a native and resident of Plattenville, was born on Dec. 8, 1936 and passed away Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time at Assumption Catholic in Plattenville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by his children, Felix J. Landry Jr. and wife, Brenda, Liz Templet and husband, Jeffry, Linda Boudreaux and husband, Sterling Boudreaux Jr., Laurie Falcon and husband, Leland, Anne Breaux and husband, Ronnie, and Jeanie Naquin and husband, Patrick; siblings, Joyce Cavalier, Jeanne Bergeron, Suzanne Boudreaux, Alice Boudreaux, Lillie Templet, Enola Vedros and Bobbie Thibodeaux; and 16 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Harriet Templet Landry; parents, Felix Jules and Lillian Braud Landry; sister, Shirley Cavalier; and brother, Anthony "Tony" Landry. He formally owned and ran Landry's Meat Market in Klotzville. Felix was an amazing father and family man. He enjoyed watching sports, being outdoors and playing with is grandchildren and great grandchildren. He also was an active member of the Knights of Columbus and 4th Degree. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude's Children Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 Landry's Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 7 to April 8, 2012 SOULET, RUSSELL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Russell Charles Soulet, 47, a native of Lafitte and resident of Bourg, died at 11:10 a.m. Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p .m. Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Joseph Church in Chauvin. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Bonnie Lapeyrouse Soulet of Bourg; daughter, Casey Soulet of Bourg; sons, Derek Soulet of Bourg and Logan Soulet of Bourg; parents, Philip and Elda Soulet of Chauvin; father and mother-in-law, Roy and Betty Lapeyrouse of Bourg; brothers, Everette Frickey Jr. and wife, Theresa, of Houma and Joey Soulet of Chauvin; sisters, Joann Chauvin and husband, Marlyn, of Houma, Peggy Bordelon and husband, Eric, of Bourg, Ellen Hoob and husband, Flynn, of Bourg and Angel Soulet and fiancé, Kimple Verret, of Bourg; sister-in-law, Sharon Picou and husband, Jordan of Bourg; brother-in- law, Deacon Gary Lapeyrouse and wife, Michelle of Bourg; and nieces and nephews, Leland Picou and wife, Jennifer and children Jackie, Rebecca, and Kailey of Bayou Blue, Lauren Picou of Bourg, Brett and Evan Lapeyrouse, and Mandy Menou of Bourg, Ronnie Chauvin and wife, Melissa and family of Houma, Tracy Chauvin and husband, Ty and family of Houma, Craig Chauvin and wife, Candace and family of Houma, April Verdin and family of Houma, Somer Henry and family of Houma, Autumn Frickey and family of Houma, Winter and Zack Frickey of Houma, R.J. and Stephen Grow and family of Houma, Ashleigh Lafont and family of Bourg, and Wiltz Lafont of Bourg. He was preceded in death by his father, Everette Frickey Sr. of Lafitte; and grandparents, Wiltz and Annie Authement, and Placid and Lucy Soulet. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church, realtor for Mona & Company, Bayou Board of Realtors member, board member of Rec. Dist. 5, and board member for Bayou Stingrays of Rec. Dist. 7. Russell loved to fish, spend time at the camp, and most of all, he loved his family. He was kind hearted and would lend a hand to anyone in need. Russell will be truly missed by all who knew him. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 8 to April 10, 2012 BENOIT, MYRA CAITLYN Myra Caitlyn Benoit, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died April 5, 2012; she was one month and three days old. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Tuesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home, with funeral services after, and burial at St. Josephs Cemetery. She is survived by her parents, Clinton P. Benoit and Gracie Neal; hear grandparents, Kenneth and Margie Neal and Alfred and Belinda Benoit; her uncle Richard Neal and wife Laura; and her great grandparents Ruth Plunkett and Brunita Fontenot. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arragnements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 8 to April 10, 2012 CHERAMIE, PEARL DUFFY Pearl Duffy Cheramie, 89, a native and resident of Cut Off, died Friday. She is survived by her sons Walton and Shane Sheramie, her daughters Sandra and Lucy Ann Callais, eight grandchildren and 13 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walton Cheramie Sr.; her parents, Nicholas and Lucy Duffy; her brothers, Max and Jean Duffy; and her sisters, Ida Lasseigne, Jeanne St. Pierre, Vivian Cheramie, Clara Plaisance, Emelda Adams, Pauline Cretini, Verna Thomassie adn Louise Plaisance. Services will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, April 12 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 8 to April 10, 2012 GREEN, RONALD J. "RALO" ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ronald J. "Ralo" Green, 55, a native and resident of Klotzville, died Thursday, April 5, 2012. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Klotzville, with religious services and burial afterwards. He is survived by his wife, Annette Green; his sisters Linda Bolden, Lynette Jordan, Patricia Jones, Angela Holmes, Tammy Donseraux and Patricia Green; his brothers, Joenell, Aaron, Michael and Eric Green and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Green and Lillian Donseraux; brothers Herbert and Moses Green; and sisters Hazel Green and Carolyn Southern. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 8 to April 10, 2012 HYMEL, ARCHIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Archie J. Hymel, 85, a native and resident of Thibodaux, Louisiana, was born on September 2, 1926 and died April 5, 2012. Funeral services were held April 7 at Thibodaux Funeral Home, with burial at a later date. He is survived by his sons, Larry, Bruce and Tim Hymel; his daughter, Sheila Hymel; his brother, Norman Hymel; his sisters, Ruby Danos, Joyce Ann Hebert and Clothilde Trahan; her grandchildren, Dawn Fanguy, Adam Hymel, Amy Chauvin, Derek Hymel, Kevin Hymel, Brandon Hymel, Heather Triche and 13 great- grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Roseabelle Thibodaux Hymel; his parents, Adam and Lucille Thibodaux Hymel; and his brothers, Herbert, Albert, Edgar and O'Neil Hymel. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 8 to April 10, 2012 MOSES, OTIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Otis D. Harris Moses, 93, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Rocks of Ages Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in Union Benevolent Cemetery. She is survived by her son, Lawrence C. Moses Jr. and wife, Cynthia; daughter, Susie Moses Lawless and husband, Richard; brother, Charles Harris; sister, Hattie Rowser; and eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 12 great- great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Lawrence C. Moses Jr.; parents, Fred Harris and Nonie Stovall Harris; sons, Worner Dan Moses and Rev. Claude J. Moses Sr.; granddaughter, Tasha Renee Moses; brothers, William and Howard Harris; and sisters, Hallet H. Coleman, Sarah H. Wolfe, Dorothy H. Verdin and Freddie Mae H. O'Neal. She was a member of Rock of Ages Baptist Church. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 9 to April 10, 2012 NELSON, GAIL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gail Marie Williams Nelson, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Saturday, March 31, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Community Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home chapel, with interment in Halfway Cemetery. She is survived by her sons, James, Clifford, and Christopher Nelson; daughter, Pamela Nelson; brothers, Wallace, Isiah, Norman (Valeria), Leonard, Anthony, Kerry, and Robert Williams; sisters, Patricia (Paul) Williams, Mary Williams, Audrey Williams, Cynthia (Thomas) Bradley, Rose Thibodaux and Catherine Hawkins; and 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louise M. Livas and Freddie Williams Sr.; daughter, Ashley Nelson; brothers, Raymond, Roylee, and Freddie Williams Jr.; and sister, Rosadel Williams. She was Baptist. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 8 to April 10, 2012 THOMPSON, ALICE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Alice P. Thompson, 69, a native of New Orleans and resident of Gray, died at 10:42 a.m. Saturday, March 31, 2011. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Louis Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church. She is survived by her son, Paul Guidry; three daughters, Isabel Naquin, Charlotte King and Stephanie Boudreaux; and seven grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Alice Pierce Thompson. She was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 8 to April 10, 2012 VAN ANGLEN, MARILYN MORRISON Marilyn Morrison Van Anglen, 83, a native and resident of Gheens, died Sunday, April 1, 2012. She is survived by her sons, Bert and Erik Van Anglen, her daughters, Aimee Tarsa and Heidi Frayer, her sister, Annie and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Amy Morrison and her brother John Morrison. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Raceland Presbyterian Church, with burial afterward at St. John Cemetery in Thibodaux. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 8 to April 10, 2012 WATTS, ROBERT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Robert "Bob" Earl Watts, 77, a native of Hessmer and resident of Houma for the past 52 years, died Friday, April 6, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Jeansonne Watts; his brother, William "Bill" Watts Jr.; two daughters, Kristine Watts McGuire and Kay Watts Breaux; two sons, Tony Watts and Kim Watts; beloved grandfather of seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rancey and William "Roak" Watts Sr.; one brother, Jerry Watts; and one sister, Ruth Watts Juneau. Bob was a successful businessman. He was founder and proud owner of Bob Watts & Sons Furniture and Appliances in Houma. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 9 to April 10, 2012 ALARIO, JEFFERSON ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jefferson "Jeff" Alario, 89, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Cut Off, died at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Alice Griffin Alario; daughter, Sandra "Sandy" Alario; brothers, James "Jim" Alario and Robert "Bob" Alario; sisters, Gladys Bea Theriot, Rosemary "Rose" Blackwell and Vivian "Yon" Friouyx; and two grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Victoria Alario; and sister, Hilda Turnage. He was a U.S. Navy and World War II veteran. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 9 to April 10, 2012 LANDRY, ELMINA BARRIENT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Elmina Barrient Landry, 78, a native of Paincourtville and resident of Belle Rose, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, April 08, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Ourso Funeral Home in Donaldsonville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Jules Catholic Church in Belle Rose, with interment to follow in the church mausoleum. She is survived by her husband, Simon Landry; daughter and son-in-law, Debbie L. and Sidney Alleman of Belle Rose; two sons and daughters-in-law Michael and JoAnn H. Landry of Brusly and Greg and Kay C. Landry of Thibodaux; six grandchildren, Ben and wife, Heather Landry, Laura and husband, Paul Laney, Jake and wife, Brandi Alleman, Simoné Alleman, Kimberly Landry, and Kristie Landry; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Catherine LeBlanc; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and Connie Barrient; brother-in-law, Irvin "Man" Medine; and three sisters-in-law, Jeannette Landry, Theresa Hensarling and Lucy Giroir. She was preceded in death by her parents, Evans and Nora Barrient; sisters, Frances B. Medine and Barbara Barrient; and brother Norman Barrient. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Glenn Schexnayder, Innovative Home Health, Audra, Catherine and April, Acadian Ambulance, Paincourtville Fire Department, and her sister-in-law Jeanette Landry. Ourso Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 9 to April 10, 2012 LEEPER, MARILYNN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Marilynn Ann DeJean Leeper was born Jan. 6, 1940 in Opelousas, and died on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at the Thibodaux Regional Hospital during heart surgery, after a five year battle with breast cancer. Services will be held at LaFond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas on Tuesday with visitation of family and friends beginning at 10 a.m. to funeral time at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Austin Leger officiating. Burial will be at the Bellevue Memorial Park cemetery. She is survived by her children, namely, William DeJean Leeper, James Malone Leeper Jr. (Tammy) and Elizabeth Leeper Bussey; her grandchildren, Matthew Giroir, Robert Bussey, and Mindy Fauguy; her sister, Gail DeJean Lavis (Mrs. Charles E. Lavis); she will be sadly missed by Dr. and Mrs. Charles E. Lavis and their five children and eight grandchildren. She was the beloved wife of the late James Malone Leeper for 43 years. Marilynn was a graduate of the Academy of the Immaculate Conception High School in Opelousas. She attended L.S.U in Baton Rouge, when she pledged Kappa Delta Sorority and later she transferred to L.S.U. New Orleans in 1961. After college days, she was on the faculty of the Happy Times Nursery School on Carrollton Ave. for many years; she and her family were active parishioners of Tulane Catholic center and church. In Houma, she worked for the Houma Daily Courier for 10 years. She was a dedicated member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Marilynn was a caretaker. She was devoted to her husband and children and was a great mother. Her interests included art, music, gardening, politics and an animal lover. She had two pet dogs, namely, "Lucky" and "Roxie". She became a serious painter of landscapes in 1991. Marilynn was a happy and positive person with a sense of humor and a wonder outlook on life. If desired, donations may be given to the Susan Koman Cancer Research or the American Heart Association in honor of Marilynn DeJean Leeper. LaFond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 9 to April 10, 2012 STEELE, MABLE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mable "Tina" Theriot Steele, 64, a native of Raceland and resident of Columbus, Miss., died Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by two sons, Tracy Steele and wife, Robyn, and Troy Steele; nine brothers, Eugene Theriot Jr., Allen Theriot, Harris Theriot Sr., Jorden Theriot, Jerry Bergeron, Kim Allemand, Kevin Allemand, Clyde Scioneaux, and John Massey Jr.; four sisters, Rosalina Blanchard, Barbara Cook, Jo Gautreaux and Sharon Clements; and seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene Theriot Sr. and Bessie Theriot; brother, James Theriot Sr.; and four sisters, Mary, Rose, Mimi, and Irma Jean. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 10 to April 11, 2012 CASON, KENNETH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Kenneth Allen "Kenny" Cason, a native of Camden, Ark. and resident of Lafourche Crossing, died on Saturday April 7, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Mary's Nativity Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his companion, Gail G. Tastet; and brothers, John Cason and wife, Kathryn, and James "Cliff" Cason and wife, Sharon. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Verlie Cason. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 10 to April 12, 2012 DANTIN, RUTH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ruth Rebstock Dantin, 84, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Thibodaux, died at 3:32 p.m. Thursday, April 5, 2012. Visitation will be from 1 to 2:45 p.m. today at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 3 p.m. today at the church, with burial at 1 p.m. Thursday at Greenoaks Memorial Park in Baton Rouge. She is survived by four sons, Elvin J. Dantin Jr. and wife, Joan, Chris A. Dantin and wife, Cleme, Mark S. Dantin and wife, Linda, and J. Keith Dantin and wife, Debbie; her daughter, R. Elizabeth Donner and husband, Tom; 13 grandchildren, Derek and wife, Kristen, Damon, Dirk and wife, Tisbee, Christopher and wife, Christy, Brian and wife, Rebekah, Chase and wife, Katherine, Beau and wife, Sara, Shane, Luke, Austin, Blake, Alexandra and Jack; seven great-grandchildren, Duke, Andrew, Charlie, William, Carter, Reese and Maddux; her sister, Hazel Rome; brothers-in-law, L.J. and Terry Dantin; and sisters-in-law, Rosianna Lee and Sophie Laglinais. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Elvin Joseph Dantin Sr.; her parents, Jackson Fernand and Augusta Marcombe Rebstock; halfbrother, Lincoln Rebstock; sister-in-law, Adella Oglesby; and brothers-in- law, Ervin Rome, and Lytton and Leroy Dantin. Her greatest joy in life was being a wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother and practicing her Catholic Faith. Ruth was a devout member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Baton Rouge for more than 50 years and taught school there for 32 years. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to EWTN Catholic Network, 5817 Old Leeds Rd., Irondale, AL 35210. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 10 to April 12, 2012 KRAEMER, PERRY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Perry G. Kraemer, 63, a native and resident of Larose, died Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Christian Fellowship Church, La. 308 in Larose. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Laurlee Kraemer; son, David Kraemer; daughter, Amy Kraemer Terrebonne and husband, George P.; sisters, Joylene K. Dupont, and Becky Fonseca and husband, Ricky; two grandchildren; and sisters, Enola Adams and Betty Casey He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Kraemer Sr. and Therese Bernard Kraemer; and brothers, Teddy Sr., Robert Jr., Keith Sr., and Danny Kraemer. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 10 to April 11, 2012 PORTIER, HAYES, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Hayes J. Portier Sr., 80, a native and resident of Houma, died Monday, April 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home and from 8:30 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. Anthony Cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Hayes Portier Jr. and wife, Kitty, and Troylee J. Portier and wife, Caroline; four grandchildren, Joshua Portier, Sabrina Champagne, Kayla Guise and Holly Portier; three great-grandchildren, Alyson Portier, Landyn Champagne and Sydney Bowen; sister, Ruby Bernard; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his first wife, Genevieve Breaux Portier; second wife, Mary Beulah Hebert Portier; parents, Seville and Lillian Portier; four brothers, Alvin, Lawrence, Delvin, and Junius Portier; and two sisters, Mae Hebert and Virginia Bergeron. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 10 to April 11, 2012 ROBICHAUX, DOROTHY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dorothy Gray Robichaux, 93, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, April 7, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, John Harvey Robichaux Jr. and wife, Faye, Michael Robichaux and wife, Anna Mae, and Walter Robichaux and wife, Cindy Burns Robichaux; daughter, Priscilla Robichaux Naquin and husband, Art; sister, Evelyn Gouaux; grandchildren, Douglas Robichaux, Elizabeth "Beth" Dodich, Amy Langford, Deedy Richoux, Billy Naquin, Ken Naquin, Tim Naquin, Andy Naquin, Myles Robichaux, Hal Robichaux, Taylor Robichaux and Quinn Robichaux; and 22 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Robichaux Sr.; parents, Walter Gray Sr. and Velma Williams Gray; and brother, Walter J. Gray Jr. Dot was a beautiful loving mother and grandmother. Active in the community and the church, people knew her by her kind generosity, putting the love our Lord ahead of all else. Dot has been the source of our family life and a role model for us all, both young and old. The family wishes to extend special appreciation for the personal loving care of Dr. Francis Robichaux of Family Doctor Clinic, as well as all of Dot's care givers, especially Shirley "Ducky" Eagan and Irene Johnson. Thanks also to Dale, Molly, Barbara, Lilly and Journey Hospice for their excellent care. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 10 to April 11, 2012 ST. PIERRE, CHRISTOPHER ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Christopher C. St. Pierre, 37, a native of Raceland and resident of San Diego, died Wednesday, March, 28, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his father and stepmother, Danny St. Pierre and Rita St. Pierre; his mother, Dolores F. St. Pierre; grandparents, Camille and Aline St. Pierre, and Clayton Folse; sister, Danielle A. St. Pierre; stepsister, Shelly Billiot; two stepbrothers, Jamie and Brad Oldham; uncle, Ron Folse and wife, Faith; two cousins, Justin and Jennifer Folse; aunt, Katheryn Folse, devoted friend of Todd Klein; nephew, Evan Allen, very dear friend of Magda Alfonso; and pal to many and friend to all. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Leota B. Folse. He was a 1992 graduate of Central Lafourche High School. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Mary's Nativity Church or School, 3500 La. 1 Raceland, LA 70394. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 10 to April 11, 2012 WATSON, MARY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mary Louise "Miss Mae" Watson, 88, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Thursday, April 5, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at The Greater Saint Matthews Baptist Church. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. She is survived by one son, Willie Glaze Jr. of Houma; daughter, Joan C. Williams and husband, Ernest of Milwaukee, Wis.; and one grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Euyless Sr. and Ruth Jeff Watson Arnold; foster daughter, Mae Williams; brother, Euyless Watson Jr.; and grandparents, John and Lucinda Jeff. She was a member of Greater St. Matthews Baptist Church. She was a retired Insurance Agent at Security Life Ins. Company and Standard Life Insurance Company. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 11 to April 13, 2012 BILLIOT, CLARENCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Clarence Adam "Lunchmeat" Billiot, 74, a native of Grand Caillou and resident of Houma, died at 12:20 p.m. Saturday, April 7, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial at Rogers Cemetery in Houma. He is survived by his companion, Cecile LeBoeuf; sons, John and wife, Flame Billiot, Phillip Billiot and Don Billiot; brothers, Paul Billiot and Cleaveland Billiot; sisters, Evelyn B. Lodrigue and Judy Deflice; and 10 grandchildren, John Jr., Joshua, Jayme Billiot and companion, Chris Ganaway Phillip Jr. and Megean Billiot Don Jr., Damian, Bristen, Breonnah, and Chansey Billiot; and great-grandchildren, Liam Ganaway and four others. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul W. Billiot and Mary Lena Verret Billiot; brothers, Anthony C., Nolan and John Allen Billiot; sisters, Betty Ann Gregory and Mary Jeanette Trahan. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. He loved gospel music. He was a retired boat captain and shrimper. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 11 to April 12, 2012 BLAIR, DWIGHT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dwight M. Blair, 64, a native of Loxley, Ala. and resident of Larose, died at 11:48 a.m. Monday, April 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Community Bible Church in Cut Off. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Larose. He is survived by his wife, Willa Dene C. Blair; five sons, Greg, Derek, Farrel, Neal, and Churck Comeaux; five daughters, Rachelle Little, Tammy Brady, Jean Ulrich, Lisa Ahrens and Misty Comeaux; brother, Mitchell Blair; sister, Marsha Stucky; and 28 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Winfred and Zelma B. Blair; brother, Ovid Blair; and two sisters, Sonia Bond and Edid Bell McMillian. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 11 to April 12, 2012 CROCHET, EDWARD Edward John "Tony" Crochet, 76, a native of Bayou Black and resident of Houma, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2012. Funeral services were held April 9 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, with burial in St. Francis Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by two daughters, Marlene Crochet, and Linda Griffin and husband, Samuel; one son, Tony Crochet of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; three grandchildren, Melanie Unbehagen and husband, Leonard, Ryan Plessala and wife, Alicia, and Alexis Griffin; and two great-grandchildren, Brea Unbehagen and Rylin Plessala. He was preceded in death by his parents, Viltress and Anna Lee Bergeron Crochet; four brothers, Harold, James, Paul, and Charles Crochet; three sisters, Rita Martin of Houston, Marguerite Giroir and Rosemary Bergeron; and infant daughter, Donna Fae Crochet. He was a retired employee of Texaco. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 11 to April 12, 2012 GRASSO, THOMAS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Thomas Gayden Grasso, 71, a native and resident of Houma, died at 7:40 p.m. Monday, April 9, 2012. Private services will be held. He is survived by his brother, Charles Grasso and wife, Paula of Houma; sister- in-law, Evelyn Grasso; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony Grasso Jr. and Lucille Martino Grasso; and brother, Anthony Grasso III. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to the Mary Byrd Perkins Cancer Center or The American Cancer Society . Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 11 to April 12, 2012 LUKE, DAWN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dawn Marie Luke, 35, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 3:25 p.m. Monday, April 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her mother, Kellie Duplantis Luke; daughter, Ashley Viguerie; brothers, Douglas J. Luke Jr. and fiancee, Oanh Nguyen, and Kenny P. Luke and fiancee, Kristen Dupre; nieces, Cali and Karmen Luke; godchild, Tiffany Boquet; grandparents, Gerald and Judith "Judy" Robert Duplantis; godfather, Randy Hebert; and numerous aunts, uncles, family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Douglas Jude Luke Sr.; biological mother, Pamela Hebert; and grandparents, Druis Sr. and Edna Robichaux Luke, and Jimmy Hebert and Mary Lee Poiencot Smith. She was Catholic. She was a "CNA" Certified Nursing Assistant. She was a loving mother, daughter and sister. She never met a stranger and was loved by many. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 11 to April 13, 2012 SAVOIE, ELISE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Elise Theresa Savoie, 86, a native of Houma, a recent resident of Hammond and lifelong resident of Bayou Blue, died Monday, April 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Louis Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sisters, Estelle Savoie of Waxahachie, Texas and Julie Savoie White and husband, Bon White of Hammond; sisters-in-law, Sandra Savoie and Lucille Savoie; nieces and nephews, Susan White and partner, Nanette Schoen, Bonnie White and husband, Douglas Little, Linda Savoie, Patricia Ricks and husband, Ronald, Mary White Crother and husband, Brian, Susannah Savoie, Ronald Savoie, Elizabeth Savoie Chandler and husband, Jimmy, Michael Savoie and wife, Heather, James McKay and wife, Vicky, Donna Denson and husband, Ricky; and many great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin A. Savoie and Adrienne Edna Hotard Savoie; and brothers, Ronald J. Savoie and James Savoie. She was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. She was employed with Texaco for 44 years. She had a passion for Mardi Gras and was the second queen of the Krewe of Hyacinthians. She also loved her cats, and most especially Grizzly. She was an adventurous traveler. She toured by car throughout the continental United States and Canada, and also traveled through Europe. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 BALLEW, MELINDA Melinda Corinne Broussard Ballew, 68, passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at her residence under the care of Hospice Savannah. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today in the chapel of Strickland and Sons Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held immediately after the visitation at 7 p.m. today in the chapel of the funeral home. Survivors include her children, Angela McCormick Reed (Mike), Kathleen McCormick Monday (Robert), and Amy McCormick Sharp (Monty); grandchildren, Tray Altman, Kyle Altman, and Jason Lambert; siblings, Joey Broussard (Sheila), Renee Sitton (Larry), Barbara Seckinger (Johnny Seckinger-passed in 2004), Randy McCorkel (Doris), Spergon Broussard Jr., Ronald Broussard (Sandy), Ralph Broussard (Connie), and Cindy Melancon (Rick); and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack J. Ballew; and parents, Rehn and Betty McCorkel, and Spergan J. Broussard Sr. Strickland and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 CALLAIS, WEBER ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Weber Louis Callais, 98, a resident of Golden Meadow, passed away at 8:33 a.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his companion, Gertie Cheramie; daughters, Emma Lois Randazzo, and Mary Guidry and husband, Norris; grandchildren, Keith, David, Scott, and Rick Randazzo, Dean, Greg, and Brad Blanchard, Tommy and Sharla Guilbeaux; 19 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren; and sisters, Pearl Bellanger and Velma Callais Rogers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Onezime and Clara Callais; wife, Estelle Terrebonne Callais; daughter, Carolyn Griffin; and brothers, Abdon, Fornest, Joseph, Harris, and Inez Callais. Weber was one of the first Alderman of the town of Golden Meadow, member of the Knights of Columbus and the Golden Meadow Rotary Club. He was on the Board of Directors for Citizens, Argent and Hibernia Bank. He enjoyed making trawls at Golden Meadow Net Shop and was the founder and president of Bayou Boat Rental. He enjoyed big game fishing, crawfishing his pond and loved visiting his camp in Grand Isle. In lieu of flowers, friends and family can make donations to: Golden Meadow Rotary Club Scholarship Club Fund, 902 South Bayou Dr., Golden Meadow, LA 70357. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 COLLETTE, DONALD, III Donald A. Collette III, 52, a native of Lake Charles and resident of Cut Off, died Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Our Lady of the Rosary, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Gwen Collette; mother, Anna Dean Collette; daughter, Sophia Collette; son, Noah Collette; brother, Hugh Collette; and sisters, Anna Collette and Allison Nixon. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald A. Collette Jr. He was Catholic. He was a graduate of LSU where he received a master's degree in engineering. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 GUIDRY, DEBORA Debora Mounce Guidry, 47, a native of Covington, Ky. and resident of Galliano, died at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Visitation and a memorial service will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Samart- Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. She is survived by her husband, Albert Guidry; son, Paul R. Mounce; daughter, Tanika Bousegard; brother, Wayne Beamon; sisters, Martha Guidry, Mary Beamon and Margaret Mounce; and six grandchildren, Karissa, Treston, and Tanika Mounce, Hannah, Natalie, and Chole Bousegard. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul R. Mounce and Sally Centers Fields; and brother, John. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 HANKINS, ALCIDIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Alcidie Melanie Hebert Hankins, 88, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano, died Monday, April 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 14 years, Dan Clabaugh; sons, Natalio Hebert, Wade Guilbeau and Ray Guilbeau; daughter, Deborah Wellborn; brothers, Cleveland Hebert, Natalio Hebert and Gaston Hebert; sisters, Rose Hunter, Cora Hernandez, Rita Danos and Nola Esponge; and eight grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Natalio Hebert and Celeste Gisclair Hebert; and son, Russel Guilbeau. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 LEBLANC, ROLAND Roland L. LeBlanc, 67, a native of Larose and resident of Cut Off, died at 4:51 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Judy Plaisance LeBlanc; son, Ron LeBlanc; daguhters, Annette LeBlanc, Linette LeBlanc, Juliet Kiger, Carlyn Arceneaux, Charlene Danos and Darlene Dufrene; brothers, Bennie LeBlanc Jr. and Earl Guidry; sisters, Mable LeBlanc, Diana Moorman, Janet LeBlanc, Mildred Usey and Mary Ann Allemand; and 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Ella Rogers LeBlanc; daughter, Rebecca Danos; brothers, Richard LeBlanc, Raymond LeBlanc, Roy LeBlanc, Louis Lloyd Guidry, Douglas Guidry, Albert Guidry and Robert LeBlanc; sister, Melva Folse; and grandson, Dean Plaisance Jr. He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, a member of the U.S. Army, and an avid outdoors man. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 MATIRNE, ANITA Anita Joyce Stewart Matirne, 77, a native of Peniel, Texas and resident of Belle Chasse, was born on Dec. 7, 1934 and passed away Monday, April 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. John the Evangelist in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with interment in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Richard Savoy, Michael Matirne and wife, Carrie, Scott Matirne and partner, Jay DeVore, and John Matirne; daughters, Bridget Waldron and Laurie Guidry Arceneaux; brothers, Harold Stewart and wife, Rosemary, Richard Stewart and wife, Valerie, and Robert Stewart and wife, Susan; grandchildren, David Savoy, Christina Askins, Richard Savoy, Michelle Decesare, Joshua Matirne, Christina Matirne, Katelin Matirne, Lauren Matirne, Alexis Guidry and Jonathan Beck; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Matirne; parents, Robert L. Stewart and Iva Lutz Plummer; son, Raymond Savoy; and sister, Betty Henderson. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Labre Indian School, 1000 Tongue River Road, Ashland, MT, 59004, 1-866-753-5496, www.stlabre.org or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105, 1- 800-805-5856, www.stjude.org. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 PIERCE, DONALD Donald J. "Don" Pierce, 71, a native and resident of Larose, died at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Audrey T. Pierce; mother, Irene Chiasson Pierce; sons, Darrel Pierce and Rachel Eschete, and Dean Pierce and Debbie Boudoin Pierce; daughters, Donna Lynn Vega and Ricardo Vega, and Danielle Rogers and Johnny Rogers Jr.; and grandchildren, Patrick Vega, Natasha Gilmore, Sean Pierce, Beau Pierce, Cassidy Rogers, Dalton Pierce and Lainey Rogers; and great-grandchildren, Caitlyn Vega, Jacob Vega, Lexi Pierce and Mason Pierce. He was preceded in death by his father, Vories Joseph Pierce. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed fruit trees. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 REDMOND, WANDA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Wanda Jo Kinder Redmond, 75, a native of Cape Girardeau, Mo. and resident of Houma, passed onto her heavenly home, Saturday, April 7, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at the church. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Jesse Redmond Jr.; daughters, Cheryllyn and husband, Edward McCulla II, of Houma, and Angeli and husband, George Leonard, of Luling; daughter-in-law, Dianne Toms of Niceville, Fla.; sons, Tony Redmond and wife, Sabrina LeBlanc, of Gray, Todd Redmond and wife, Karen Duplantis, of Kingwood, Texas and Shawn Redmond and wife, Beth Prosperie, of Kingwood, Texas; proud grandmother, "MeMe" of 14 grandchildren, Rusti McCulla, Jeremiah Redmond, Sarah Teague, Joshua Redmond, Gencie White, Kennon Lottinger, Leon LeBlanc, Jacquline LeBlanc, Christina DuBois, Jenson Redmond, Jordan Redmond, Cody Webb, Cullen Redmond and Cassidi Redmond; and six great- grandchildren, Jessie Redmond, Arthur Teague, Elle Teague, Tanner LeBlanc, Libby LeBlanc and Madison DuBois. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Alma and Roy Kinder; her in-laws, Anna Mae and Jess Redmond; and son, Arthur Redmond. She was a parishioner of First Baptist Church of Houma. She was a loving wife and mother. Her greatest joy was watching her family grow, painting and crocheting. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church School, 7382 Main Street, Houma, LA 70360 or the Nicholls State University Dyslexic Center. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 TOUPS, HENRY, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Henry "Benny" Benjamin Toups Jr., 75, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Portier Toups of Houma; sons, Brian Thomas Toups of Houma and Kent Patrick Toups of Luling; grandchildren, Jordan Nunez, Cameron Toups and Nicole Toups; and one great-grandchild, Kohen Nunez. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Benjamin Toups Sr. and Lucille Naquin Toups. He was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Benny worked in banking for 22 years and was the vice president at Terrebonne Bank and then went on to work in the oilfield as a controller for Southland Rentals. He was a member of Woodmen of the World. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations may be made to the American Heart. Association or Vandebilt Catholic High School Endowment Fund. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 12 to April 13, 2012 WYRYBKOWSKI, LEONARD Leonard Wyrybkowski, 52, a native of Detriot and resident of Houma, died Saturday, April 7, 2012. Visitation and a memorial service will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma, with burial in Rogers Cemetery. He is survived by his daughters, Kristen R. Wyrybkowski and Ashley M. Wyrybkowski; brother, Ralph F. Wyrybkowski Jr.; sisters, Renee Caramagno and Francis Wyrybkowski Updike; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lisa Marie Porche Wyrybkowski; and parents, Ralph R. Wyrybkowski Sr. and Francis M. Caramagno. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to assist with funeral expenses. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 13 to April 14, 2012 ADAMS, SHAUNA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sergeant Shauna Brocklebank Adams, 27, a lifelong resident of Long Branch, N.J. died Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at Pyeongtaek, Korea. Funeral services were held April 7 at Woolley Funeral Home of Long Branch, N.J. She is survived by her husband, Kyle Adams, whom she married on Feb. 15, 2012 and is currently serving in the U.S. Army in Afghanistan; her parents, Nancy and Matt Brocklebank of Long Branch; her sisters, Maggie and Randi Brocklebank at home; her maternal grandparents, Robert and Janet Frampton of Toms River; her paternal grandparents, Paddy and Buddy Brocklebank of Oceanport; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Janet and Lenny LeBlanc of Thibodaux; and her brothers-in-law, McCade and Logan. In 2010, Shauna enlisted in the U.S. Army and was recently promoted to Sergeant. She was currently serving in Korea. Shauna's family asks that contributions be made to the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit/Monmouth Health Care Foundation, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch, N.J. 07740. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 13 to April 14, 2012 CAILLOUET, DOROTHY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dorothy B. Caillouet, 83, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 7:57 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, celebrated by her nephew, Abbot Justin Brown. Interment will take place at a later date. She is survived by her sons, Abel Caillouet Jr., David and Annette Caillouet, Glen Caillouet, and Scott and Angell Caillouet; daughter, Catherine Marcello; brother, Raoul "Yocky" Bernard; grandchildren, Marc and wife, Jill Caillouet, Bradley, Joshua, Ross, William, and Katie Caillouet, and Lucas and Caroline Marcello; and great-grandchildren, Grant and Emma Caillouet. She was preceded in death by her husband, Abel A. Caillouet Sr.; parents, Raoul and Elda Clement Bernard; and numerous siblings. She was the past 1946 Louisiana Sugar Queen. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Joseph Abby, 75376 River Rd., St. Benedict, LA 70457. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 13 to April 14, 2012 MARTIN, LARRY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Larry Thaddeus Martin, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Elma Martin of Houma; his wife of 36 years, Louella Martin of Houma; daughters, Tanya Martin Colee and husband, Edward "Ed" Colee Jr., of Luling and Tara Martin Auer and husband, Brian Auer, of Houston; granddaughter. Amber Colee of Luling; brother, Danny P. Martin of Houma; sister, Donna Martin Redmond and husband, Marvin Redmond of Houma; sister-in- law, Cynthia Martin of Houma; nieces, Monica, Jessica, Becky, and Vicky; nephew, Ryan; and great-nephew, Kyle. He was preceded in death by his father, Thaddeus Martin of Houma; and his sister-in-law's husband, Terry Martin of Houma. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He was retired from Dow Chemicals. He was an avid painter, fisherman, and boater. He was a member of the Dularg Library Art Group. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 13 to April 14, 2012 WALKER, FRANK, IV Frank Cleveland Walker IV, 41, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Gray, died Saturday, April 7, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 to 10:45 a.m. Saturday at Beacon Light Bapitst Church in Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Halfway Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Short Walker of Houma; parents, Frank III and Carolyn Williams Walker of Gray; daughters, Tatyana Shakira Walker and Jya Arieyana Walker of Houma; and brothers, Anthony B. Walker of St. Martinsville and Jeffery C. Walker of Gibson. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Norwood and Alice Gladys Williams Ryans, and Frank C. and Charlet Hamilton Walker. He was Baptist and a Mechanist for Olympian Mechanic Shop. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 13 to April 14, 2012 WELCH, WELLINGTON Wellington Welch, 88, a native and resident of Chauvin, died Friday, April 6, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Community Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in Bisland Cemetery. He is survived by his son, Regis Welch and wife, Janice; daughters, Maude Verdin, Bobbie Welch, and Jackie Scales and husband, Tim; and 15 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca Mason Welch; parents, Arthur Welch and Bessie Smith Harvey; sons, Wellington Welch Jr., Arthur Welch and Roger Welch; brother, Albert Welch; and sister, Connie Thomas. He was retired from South Coast. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 14 to April 15, 2012 ALBARADO, YVONNE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Yvonne Theriot Albarado, 86, a native of Assumption Parish and resident of Labadieville, died Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 8 to 10:45 a.m. Monday at Landry's Funeral Home in Labadieville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville, with burial at St. Elizabeth Cemetery in Paincourtville. She is survived by her son, Lloyd Albarado and wife, Gail; daughters, Ruth Thibodaux and husband, Willie, and Robin Breaux; brother, Joseph "Bean" Theriot; grandchildren, Floyd Albarado, Russell Albarado, Crystal Martin, Ramona Albarado, Melissa Eschette, Danny Breaux Jr. and Benji Breaux; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Ozelia Hebert Theriot; brothers, Lloyd, Lanson, Julius, Harry, and Reynold Theriot; and sisters, Daisey Theriot and Lainee Cedotal. Pallbearers will be Lloyd Albarado, Floyd Albarado, Russel Albarardo, Willie Thibodaux, Danny Breaux Jr. and Benji Breaux. She was a retired Janitress with Assumption Waterworks in Napoleonville. She loved cooking large meals for her family and whoever would drop by for Sunday dinner. Cracker pudding or caramel cake was a must have for dessert. She was a very generous and kind hearted person. She was a Catholic and loved praying her Rosary. Special thanks to Thibodaux Health Care and St. Catherine Hospice for your care. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 14 to April 15, 2012 CHIASSON, LAWRENCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lawrence N. Chiasson, 86, a native of Cut Off and resident of Galliano, died at 2:03 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2012. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the church, with burial at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. He is survived by his sons, Ashley Chiasson and wife, Enna, Chris Chiasson and wife, Debra, and Jody Chiasson and wife, Lillian; daughter, Connie Cannatella and husband, Drew; brother, Nolan Chiasson; sisters, Emma Lois Vedros and Dolores Matherne; and seven grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wilavia T. Chiasson; parents, Wilson and Catherine Chiasson; son, Kim Chiasson; one grandchild and one great-grandchild; and sister, Gertrude Vedros. He was a World War II Navy veteran. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 14 to April 15, 2012 PAHE, CAROL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Carol Joy Nelson Pahe, 50, a native of Galliano and resident of Houma, died at 2:40 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2012. No Services will be held. She survived by her daughter, Melody Ann Marcel Ferrufino and husband, Alvaro; granddaughter, Mia Jolie Ferrufino; brother, Michael Joseph Nelson; best friends, Delilah Trahan and Jackie Babin; daughter-in-law, Paula Sue Babin; god daughters, Danielle Trahan and Niki Gautreaux; stepdaughter, Cathy Fitch and husband, Dee; and step-grandchildren, Mitchell, Tyler, Devin, Dylan, Breanna Fitch, Gavin, Grace, and Mel'lyn Gautreaux. She was preceded in death by her parents, B. and Dot Schouest; son, John Stanley Gautreaux; biological Mother, Susan Carol Daniels; and biological father, Donald Gene Nelson. She was a Christian and an "R.N." Registered Nurse. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 14 to April 15, 2012 SAMPEY, VIRGIL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Virgil "Kick Back" Antoine Sampey, 78, a native of Gheens and resident of Raceland, died at 12:35 a.m. Friday, April 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. He is survived by his sons, Wayne Sampey and wife, Angelina, Jody Sampey and wife, Danielle, Leon Sampey, and Chad Sampey and companion, Sandra Lirette; daughter, Natalie Danos and husband, Russell; seven grandchildren, Tiffany Guerrero, Felicia Danos, Heath, Hannah, Betsy, Amanda Sampey and Hailli Arcement; three great-grandchildren, Elexus Danos, Elizabeth Guerrero and Spencer Uzee; and sisters, Katie Theriot, Earline Theriot, Manuella Adams and Dolly Anderson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Noella Sampey; parents, Elvans and Lorita Sampey; and brother, Salvin Sampey. He was retired from Mathews Sugar Refinery. He loved planting a garden and working on applicances. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 14 to April 15, 2012 VERDIN, TROY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Troy J. Verdin, 40, a native of Galliano and resident of Cut Off, died Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Louise Danos Verdin; parents, Jessie J. Verdin and Catherine Kraemer Verdin; son, Brandon Verdin; and brothers, Toby and Tony Verdin. He was a Catholic. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 15 to April 17, 2012 AUCOIN, GERALD, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gerald John Aucoin, Sr., 67, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Jonesville, died at 7:15 a.m. Saturday, April 7, 2012. A memorial visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church in Thibodaux. A Memorial 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 son, Jerry Aucoin; sister, Valerie A. Percle; and half- sister, Lola Gilmore. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Jordan Aucoin; parents, Berthon Aucoin Sr. and Valerie Adams Aucoin Tabor; stepfather, Johnny Tabor; and brother, Berthon Aucoin Jr. He enjoyed fishing and music; and in his youth he especially enjoyed playing in a band named "The Night Owls". In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to American Lung Association. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 15 to April 17, 2012 AUGUST, ARTHUR ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Arthur Lee August, "Genie," 57, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, April 13, 2012. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until funeral time at Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel in Raceland. Religious services will being at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. He is survived by his daughters, Tiffany August of Victoria, Texas and Jennifer Shefflette of Houston; his brothers, Alphonse August Jr. of Houston and Ronnie August of California; his sisters Sadie Gray and husband Roy of Thibodaux, Celina Kirk and Margie August, both of Houston; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alphonse Sr. and Carrie August. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 15 to April 17, 2012 CHAMPAGNE, EUSTIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Eustis John Champagne, 80, a native of Theriot and resident of Houma, died at 12:03 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home and a military service held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Eloi Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, Earl Champagne and wife, Anne, Willard Champagne and wife, Bonnie, Galdys C. Voisin and Brussel, Gloria C. Thibodeaux, Henry Champagne and wife, Ann, Carlton Champagne and wife, Paula, Dorothy C. Dishman, and Audrey C. Croom and husband, Harry; sister-in-law, Brenda Thibodeaux Champagne; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dennis A. Champagne and Justine Callahan Champagne; brothers, Horace Champagne and Roy Champagne Sr.; nephew, Michael Champagne; sisters-in-law, Betty Falgout Champagne and Joyce Chauvin Champagne; brothers-in-law, Earl Thibodeaux and David L. Dishman; maternal grandparents, Evance Callahan and Felicia Dumond Callahan; and paternal grandparents, Aurestile and Matilda Duplantis Champagne. He was a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church and Annunziata Catholic Church. He retired from McDermott after many years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 15 to April 17, 2012 CLARK, ERNEST ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ernest Joseph Clark, 41, a resident of Houma and a native of New Orleans, passed away at 5:28 p.m. Sunday, April 1, 2012 in Houma. A private funeral service was held at Jones Funeral Home Chapel in Morgan City, at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 14, 2012, followed by burial in the Southdown Cemetery in Houma. Ernest leaves to cherish his memories: his mother, Shirley Mae Thibodeaux Clark of Houma; three stepdaughters, Qwintella Williams, Alecia Williams and Annika Williams all of New Orleans; three brothers, Mr. Kevin Clark and wife, Telisa, and Joseph Clark of Houma, and Brandon Clark of Morgan City; five sisters, Mrs. Rosemarie Showers and husband Leland of Lancing Mich., Melissa Clark and Tracy Clark, both of Houma, Debra Clark of Westwego, and Crystal D. Clark of Marrero; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by, his father, his maternal grandparents and his paternal grandparents. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 15 to April 17, 2012 GIROIR, JIMMY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jimmy Paul Giroir, 26, a native of Houma and resident of Gray, died at 12:35 a.m. on Friday, April 13, 2012. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Services will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with at burial Rogers Cemetery in Houma. He is survived by his daughter, Kaylie Lynn Giroir; his parents, Paul Felix Giroir Jr. and Alice Rose Leonard Giroir; his brothers, Paul Felix Giroir III and Anthony Paul Giroir and wife, Bobbie; his sister, Donna Lynn Giroir Burton and husband, Calvin; his aunts, Daisy Leonard Lodrigue and husband, John Sr., Patricia Leonard O'Farrell, Joan Arceneaux Leonard, Gail Giroir Rineholt and family, Rhonda Giroir Lyle and husband, David, and family, Vickey Giroir Dupre and husband, Floyd, and family; and his uncles, Ricky Giroir and wife, Barbara, and family, and Wayne Giroir and family. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Paul Felix, Sr. and Margaret Songer Giroir, Clarence Sr. and Alzina Vining Leonard; and his uncles, Burt Albert Sr., Lynn Joseph, C.J. Jr., Lincoln "Lee," Dexter Sr. and Mervin Leonard. He was a Catholic. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated for funeral expenses. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of the arrangements ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 15 to April 17, 2012 GUIDROZ, RENE, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rene Guidroz Jr., 75, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houma, died at 12:20 a.m. Friday, April 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. He is survived by his wife, Mary Guidroz; daughters, Rhonda Wheeles, Theresa Shugars, and Shannon Bonvillain and husband, Kenneth; brothers, Dave Guidroz, Melvin Guidroz and Troy Guidroz; sister, Irma Mayet and husband, Henry; three grandchildren, Marcus Wheeles, Gage and Gavin Bonvillain; and two great- grandchildren, Skylar Champagne and Cierra Nettleton. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rene Guidroz Sr. and Annie Pitre Guidroz; and granddaughter, Stacie Champagne. He was a Chief Engineer for Nolty J. Theriot and LeBoeuf Bros., a 20 yr. retired Army Sergeant that served in Vietnam, and a past Mason. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to help with funeral expenses. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 15 to April 17, 2012 JAMES, HARRY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Harry Tracy James, 58, a native and resident of Johnson Ridge, died Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Magnolia United Methodist Church on Johnson Ridge. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. at the church, followed by burial at Halfway Cemetery in Gray. He is survived by his mother, Amelia Simms of Johnson Ridge; his son, Courtney James of Germany; his daughter, Tyreneka Johnson of Thibodaux; his adoptive son Billy Ray Barbera of Thibodaux; his brothers, Andrew Neirlle, Elroy James, Randy James, Kennith James, Keith James, Dalton James Jr., Donald James and wife, Amy, and Derrick Joseph, all of Thibodaux; his sisters, Calamity Willis and husband Arthur, Joyce Hollis and husband, Wayne, Cindy James, Albertha Joseph, Valerie Anderson, all of Thibodaux, and Vera Thompson and husband, William, of Labadieville; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Dalton Tracy James, Sr.; his brothers, Jessie James and Jerome James; his sisters, Barbara James, Pamela James and Vanessa James; his niece, Desire James; and his nephew Blake Beamon. He was Methodist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 15 to April 17, 2012 STROPOLO, TINA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Tina Marie Boudreaux Stropolo, 49, a native of Houma and resident of St. Rose, peacefully went to heaven at 9:45 p.m. on Sunday April 8, 2012. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the services at 11 a.m. Monday at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, 70006. Visitation will begin from 9 a.m. to service time Monday at the funeral home. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of The Most Holy Rosary Church, 8594 Main St. in Houma. Visitation will begin from 11 a.m. to service time on Tuesday at the church. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Brian S. Stropolo; her daughter, Allie Jo Stropolo Crocker and husband, Dennis; her mother, Geraldine Cehan Boudreaux; her brother, Thomas J. Boudreaux Sr.; her sisters, Teri B. Clarke and husband, Richard, and Toya B. Abrams and husband, Matthew; brothers-in-law, Steve Stropolo and wife, Jeanne, and Chris Stropolo Sr. and wife, Paula; nieces, Whitney Clarke, Jordan Abrams, Courtney Stropolo and Jenny Cashion; nephews, William Clarke, Thomas J. Boudreaux Jr., Bradley Boudreaux, Chris Stropolo Jr. and Ryan Stropolo; her aunt, Charlene Cehan Keneker and husband, George; her uncle, Joseph Cehan Jr. and wife, Connie; and numerous godchildren, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by Richard J. Boudreaux; her father-in-law, Peter J. Stropolo; mother-in-law, Margaret S. Stropolo; grandparents, Joseph Cehan Sr., Joyce Guidry Cehan, Willie Boudreaux Sr., Allie Pellegrin Boudreaux; godmother Bernice G. Brunet; godfather, Wayne Lirette; uncles, Larry, Willie Jr., and Garreth Boudreaux and Ruble Robichaux; and her aunt, Elma Dupre. Tina graduated from South Terribonne High School class of 1980, she went on to attend Nicholls State University. Tina worked as a medical assistant for Dr. Henry Cabeceiras and Dr. Richard Marino. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tina Stropolo Cancer Fund at Whitney Bank or South Louisiana Bank of Houma. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home of Metairie is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 16 to April 17, 2012 BURD, MARCELLINUS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Marcellinus B. "Marcell" Burd, 62, a native and resident of New Orleans, died Monday, April 9, 2012 at Touro Infirmary in New Orleans. A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Katherine of Drexel Parish, Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 2015 Louisiana Ave. in New Orleans. He is survived by a daughter, Rinel Williams of New Orleans; two grandchildren, Terry and Tayla Williams of New Orleans; four sisters, Clara Jean Wallace, Sylvia and Darnell Williams, Donna and Gerard Bernard and Carmelia Burd, all of New Orleans; one brother, Eric Burd of New Orleans; one niece, Genee Bernard, and one nephew, John Fields Jr., of New Orleans; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Selma James Burd; two sisters, Joyce Burd and Bernice Placide; one brother, Gregory Burd; and one nephew, Mark Johnson. Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleanville is in charge of the arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 16 to April 17, 2012 CAVALIER, ANN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ann Cavalier, 57, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. today at St. Francis De Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her son, Travis Cavalier; daughter, Danielle Cavalier; brothers, Elston Marceaux Jr. and Francis Marceaux; and grandchild, Brendon Foret. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elston and Gloria Marceaux; sister, Jeanie Gum; and granddaughter, Taylor Renee Foret. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 16 to April 17, 2012 ====================== TOUPS, ADONIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Adonis Philip Toups, 71, a native of Gibson and resident of Schriever, died at 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 13, 2012. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Bridget Catholic Church. Mass will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, officiated by his nephew, Father Mark Toups, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Fay Aucoin Toups of Schriever; daughters, Donna Fay Toups Guidry and husband, David, of Schriever and Tanya Lynn Toups of Schriever; grandchildren, Brian C. Guidry, Seth David Guidry, Mason Alexander Guidry and Trevor Louis Eschete; sisters, Diana T. Durham of Metairie, Priscilla Pendzimaz of Metairie, and Nannette Schmitt and husband, Mike, of Punta Gorta, Fla.; and brothers, Prosper Toups Jr., and wife, Beverly, of Houma, Al Toups of Thibodaux and Nathan "Peter" Toups and wife, Denise of Houma. He was preceded in death by his parents, Prosper Jean Toups and Wilma Victoria Uzee Toups; and sister, Esther Toups. Adonis was a parishioner of St. Bridget Catholic Church. He was a retired teacher and coach from the Terrebonne School Board. He was actively involved in parish recreation and was an advocate for the victims of domestic violence. He enjoyed spending time with his family and he lived for his grandchildren. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 17 to April 18, 2012 BURKE, DARRYL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Darryl Dean Burke, 72, passed away Friday, April 13, 2012 at AMG Specialty Hospital in Lafayette. Visitation will be observed from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Fountain Memorial Funeral Home in Lafayette. Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. today at the funeral home, with interment at Fountain Memorial Cemetery in Lafayette. Rev. Charles McMillan, Pastor of in Our Lady Help of Christians in Jennings, will officiate. Mr. Burke is survived by his two daughters, Angelle Marie Burke Phipps and husband, Barry, and Lisa Clair Guidry and husband, Keith; and one son, Toby Mark Burke, all of Lafayette; five siblings, Brenda Bojarski of Forest Hill, Md., Michael Gene Burke of Houma, Marsha Sieber of Carencro, Byron Burke of Houston, and Thomas Burke, also of Houma; four grandchildren, Rikki Faulkenberry of Natchez, Miss., Tabitha Phipps of Lafayette, and Jesse and Mindy Landry of Alexandria; three great-grandchildren, Delany and Alex Faulkenberry of Natchez, Miss. and Malachi Landry of Alexandria; and numerous dear nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judith Ann Burke; his parents, Solomon Morgan Burke and the former Doris Edel Daly; and one sister, Donna G. Crawley. Darryl was born Nov. 26, 1939 in Lafayette and was a long-time resident of Acadiana. He was a surveyor with John Chance & Associates and retired after 28 years of service. Darryl loved sports and attending food festivals with Toby. His family fondly remembers his passion for woodwork and cooking. He had a special gift and faithfulness of bringing joy to any situation. He will be missed by all. The family wishes to thank Our Lady of Lourdes, Lafayette Physical Rehabilitation Center and AMG Specialty Hospital for the compassionate care given to Darryl and his family. Fountain Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery of Lafayette is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 17 to April 18, 2012 BURNHAM, JOHNNY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Johnny Alvin Burnham, 71, a native of Winston County, Miss. and resident of Bayou Blue/Houma, died at 12:15 p.m. Sunday, April 14, 2012. There will be no services. His body was donated to science at LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. He is survived by four brothers, Marvin Burnham of Philadelphia, Miss., Melvin Burnham of Louisville, Miss., Leon Burnham of Schriever and Gene Burnham of House, Miss.; and three sisters, Margie Lisham of Thibodaux, Myrtis Boatner of Schriever and Betty Adams of Preston, Miss. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice Burnham; parents, William and Beatrice Burnham; and brothers, Charles and Lem Burnham. Special thanks to Pat and Terry Findorff for all the help and love shown to Johnny. Special thanks to The Oaks of Houma and their staff, also to the staff of Terrebonne General Medical Center and the staff of Haydel Memorial Hospice. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 17 to April 18, 2012 CHERAMIE, MILDRED ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mildred Gisclair Cheramie, 81, a resident of Galliano, died at 10:50 p.m. Sunday, April 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano, with burial at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. She is survived by her son, Rickey Cheramie and wife, Cheryl; two daughters, Linda Cheramie and Phyllis Cheramie; two grandchildren, Tara Lala and husband, Jason, and Rene' Comeaux and wife, Kim; and two great-grandchildren, Dominick Lala and Jonathan Lala. She was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin "Fox" Cheramie; parents, Dominick and Laura Prejean Gisclair; three brothers, Lorris, Henry, and Melvin Gisclair; and three sisters, Lorena Charpentier, Henrietta Billiot and Rita Billiot. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a member of St. Joseph Ladies Altar Society, and founding member of the Krewe of Nerieds. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 17 to April 18, 2012 DARDAR, JOANNA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Joanna Marie Billiot Dardar, 69, a native of Montegut and resident of Houma, died at 3:16 a.m. Saturday, April 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at noon Wednesday at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Christina D. Galeano and husband, Manuel; brother, Walton Billiot and wife, Nora; and seven grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace Joseph Dardar; parents, Ecton Joseph and Rosina Cecile Chaisson Billiot; son, Neal A. Dardar; brother, Gelton Billiot; sisters, Rose Billiot, Theresa Breaux, Lillian Camardelle, Libby Eschete and Albertha Billiot; and granddaughter, Raven Dardar. She was Pentecostal. She enjoyed playing bingo, pokino and making crafts. Samart Funeral Home of Houma ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 17 to April 18, 2012 FAULK, DEANNA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Deanna "Granny" M. Faulk, 64, a native of Cut Off and resident of Larose, died Saturday, April 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Bob "Pappy" Faulk; son, Scott Anthony Faulk; daughters, Stacey Faulk Adams, Kelly Faulk Guidry and Casey Eve Faulk Collete; grandchildren, Ashley, Jera, Scottie J., Toney, Cassie Rose, Olivia, Ian, Andrea, Justin, Victoria, Brock, Judd, Jene, and Jason; sons-in- law, Jason Adams, Marc Collette, and companion, to Mrs. Kelly, Ted Percle; sisters, Audrey Richoux and Joyce Savoie; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alcide "Pep" Melancon and Angelle Melancon Duet; and brothers, Steven and Herbert Melancon. She loved to take care of her husband, children and grandchildren. Her family was her life. She fought a long hard battle with great strength, never once giving up and always with a smile on her face. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 17 to April 18, 2012 LIRETTE, ANDREW ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Andrew Johnny Lirette, 68, a native and resident of Theriot, died at 11 p.m. Friday, April 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Eloi 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 brother, Nolan Lirette, Ronnie Lirette and wife, Wendy Prosperie Lirette, and Barry Lirette and wife, Relta Francis Lirette; sisters, Mazel L. Guidry and husband, Norris, Mary Ellen L. Vauclain, and Ann L. Adams and husband, Doug; and numerous nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny Lirette and Hilda Mary Liner Lirette; sisters, Hazel L. Guidry and husband, Leroy, and Laura L. Boudreaux; niece, Dana Lirette; nephews, Danny Guidry, Ricky Boudreaux and Kevin Boudreaux; great niece, Jessica Lirette; and sister-in-law, Lois Bergeron Lirette. He was a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 17 to April 18, 2012 PICOU, JANITA Janita "Nita" Galiano Picou, 78, a native of Lockport and resident of Cut Off, died at 3:28 a.m. Sunday, April 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Sacred Heart Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Dennis Picou and wife, Cyndi, Tommy Picou and wife, Susan, and Paul Picou and wife, Paige; daughters, Phyllis Guidry and husband, Wayne, and Natalie Blair and husband, Robert Sr.; brother, Richard "Dickie" Galiano and wife, Bernice; sister, Genevieve G. "Tootsie" Hymel; and 10 grandsons, three step-grandsons and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mack J. Picou; parents, Alcide Galiano and Jeanne Gautreaux Galiano; one grandson; and one brother, Robert "Bobby" Galiano. She was Catholic. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 17 to April 19, 2012 SOUDELIER, MAE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mae Mary Whitney Soudelier, 96, a native and resident of Houma, was received into her heavenly home at 8:38 p.m. Sunday, April 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial to follow in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by four sons, T.J. Soudelier Jr. and Lanier Soudelier Sr. of Houma, Kent Soudelier Sr. and wife, Alice of Houston, and Warren Phillip Soudelier and wife, Rachael, of Patterson; two daughters, Carolyn S. Boudreaux and husband, Whitney J. Boudreaux Jr., of Houma and Linda S. Pepper and husband, Ronald, of Houma; brother, Daniel Whitney and wife, Willie Lou of Houma; sister, Pearl W. Gros and husband, Wilbert of Labadieville; and 24 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and counting, and 16 great-great- grandchildren and counting. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thaddeus J. Soudelier Sr.; her parents, Robert J. Whitney and wife, Alcina Rhodes Whitney; son, Morris Soudelier Sr.; and four brothers, Willie, Sewele, Robert A., and Fay Whitney; and sister, Rita W. Malbrough. She retired from Terrebonne General Hospital as a nurse-attendant after 24 years. She participated in the birth of many of her grandchildren. She had been active with her arts and crafts and poetry writings. She was a Catholic and a lifelong parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Her life revolved around her children whom she referred to as her seven jewels. Her faith in God has carried her to her eternal home. Special thanks to Rev. Vic of the Cathedral of St. Francis de Sales, Deacon Douglas Authement, Stat Home Health Care, and H.L. Haydel Memorial Hospice. In lieu of flowers, friends and family can make donations to our mother's lifelong St. Francis de Sales Cathedral at P.O. Box 4014, Houma, LA 70361. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 18 to April 19, 2012 AUDIRSCH, LORRAINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lorraine Pellegrin Audirsch, 67, a native of Montegut and resident of Houma, died Monday, April 16, 2012 of a lengthy illness. A memorial service will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Her body was donated to science. She is survived by her husband, Charlie Audirsch; son, Casey Audirsch; and sisters, Charlene Hanchey and husband, Randy, of Baton Rouge and Kathleen Anclade and husband, Tom. She was preceded in death by her parents, Essie and Ruth Pellegrin. She was Catholic and a longtime elementary school teacher for the TPSB. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the American Diabetes Association . ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 18 to April 19, 2012 DAVIS, DELORES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Delores Dorothea Davis, 47, a native of Chauvin and resident of New Orleans, died Monday, April 16, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at 209 Crepe Myrtle Dr., Chauvin 70344. She is survived by her husband, Edward Davis; daughter, Kathrene Delilah McDevittt and husband, Stanley; brothers, Danny and Randy Sundae; sister, Sheila Fowler; and two grandchildren, Olivia Mae Collins and Claire Danielle Collins. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 18 to April 19, 2012 DIXON, GARY Gary E. Dixon, 50, a native of New Orleans and resident of Jefferson, died Thursday, April 12, 2012. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. He is survived by his brothers, John and David Dixon; sisters, Brenda Swafford Guidry and husband, Buddy, and Bonnie Brink and husband, Daryl. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Nell Dixon; and sister, Beverly Dixon. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 18 to April 19, 2012 GUIDRY, COLE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Cole Michael Guidry, 16 months, a native and resident of Chauvin, died Monday, April 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial at Rogers Cemetery in Houma. He is survived by his mother, Spring Marie Guidry of Chauvin; his "Daddy", Lucas Andrews; grandparents, Alvin and Peggy Bourg Jr. of Chauvin; uncles, Alvin Bourg III who was also his parrain of Chauvin, Allen Bourg of Chauvin, and Randy Marcel and companion, Harley, of Montegut; aunts, Shelly Marcel, who was also his godmother and companion, Tommy, Ida Bourg, Shirelle Dardar and husband, Dale, of Chauvin, Amanda Jackson and husband, Wesley, of Chauvin and Ashley Levron and companion, Michael, of Gibson; great-grandparents, Barbar Sevin, Alvin and Carolyn Bourg Sr. of Chauvin, and Mary and Don Curtis of Houma; step- grandmother, Tammy Denison; uncles, Mitchell, Michael Jr., and Russele Guidry; aunts, Michelle and Rachel Guidry; parrains, James Thibodeaux, Michael Bourg Sr. and Cody Bergeron; numerous great aunts, uncles and cousins; and also be sadly missed by his dog and best friend, Tippy. He was preceded in death by his twin brother and sister, Gaylan and Kaylan Guidry; and great-grandfather, Willard Sevin Sr. Cole loved listening and dancing to his Paw Paw's music, eating cheese sticks, but most of all he loved playing with C.J. and spending time with his family. In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate donations to assist with the funeral expenses. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 18 to April 19, 2012 LEDET, DANNY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Danny Thomas Ledet, 53, a native and resident of Gray, died at 7:25 a.m. Saturday, April 14, 2012. A memorial visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. He is survived by his mother, Rosalie Domangue Ledet Dillard; brothers, Borne Ledet Jr., and Rodney Ledet and wife, Janet; and sister, Vicky Duthu and husband, Michael. He was preceded in death by his father, Borne Ledet Sr.; and stepfather, Robert Dillard. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 18 to April 19, 2012 LUTRELL, LINDA Linda Marie Boudreaux Lutrell, 63, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 1:16 p.m. Friday, April 13, 2012 of cancer. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Faith Family Church, 2140 Grand Caillou Road in Houma. Religious services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at the church. She is survived by her son, Elvis E. Lutrell; daughters, Cynthia "Cindy" L. LeBlanc and husband, Carl, Judy Ann Lutrell and companion, Thomas Bond, Stacie L. George and husband, Dave, and Billie Jo Lutrell and companion, Darron White Jr.; 10 grandchildren, Sheena Billiot, Shadie Theriot, Schyler Domangue, Shevy LeBlanc, Shelby Theriot, Sunnie George, Shannie LeBoeuf, Devin LeBoeuf, Sean George and Darronie Jo White; and four great-grandchildren, Keely Naquin, Jardi Pellegrin, Hunner Domangue and Aiden LeBlanc. She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Billy" Joseph Lutrell; parents, Dennis and Ollie Mary LeBoeuf Boudreaux; son, Richard Joseph Lutrell; grandson, Shannon Billiot; brother, Floyd Boudreaux Sr.; and sister, Brenda Boudreaux. She was a Catholic. She enjoyed playing bingo, cards pool and drinking coffee. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a loving mother and best friend to her children and grandchildren. The family would like to thank Dr. Vargas, Dr. Ricks, Oncology, ICU and 4th floor nurses and Dr.'s of CMC for their compassion of our mother. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 18 to April 19, 2012 ORTEMOND, LEON, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Leon David Ortemond Sr., 65, a native of Erath and longtime resident of the Leblanc Community, passed away Saturday, April 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at David Funeral Home of Abbeville, with a recitation of the rosary at 1 p.m. and at 7 p.m. Visitation will resume from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at the funeral home. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, with Rev. Joseph Brennan and Rev. Bill Melancon officiating. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum. Based on mutual support and a deep love for one another, he had a collaborative and caring relationship with the love of his life, Diana Romero for 46 years. As consummate partners in life they supported and cared for their family with unending commitment and devotion. He is survived by his son Lance David Ortemond and wife, Kelly; his daughter, Christina Franques and husband, Andre; and six granddaughters, Mary Catherine, 14, Anna Grace, 10, Jeanne Claire, 6, Caroline Elizabeth, 6, Laura Anne, 4, and Catherine Clare, 2. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Lula Belanger Ortemond and Landis Ortemond; and brother, Charles Ray Ortemond. Mr. Ortemond was a successful and respected pioneer in the Oilfield and Marine Industries throughout the Gulf of Mexico having founded and operated several service companies in the past 46 years. Throughout his highly esteemed business career he was a dynamic entrepreneur approaching every aspect of his profession with charisma and vigor. With his venturous and enterprising spirit he went onto be a commanding and motivational force in his monopoly of corporations. His early career, began in the 1960's which included offshore drilling operations for Magabar Mud Company, Oil Base, Inc., and Sun Oil Company. He then founded Petro-Drive Oil Field Hammer and Casing Company where he served as president from 1976-1981. From 1981-2003, Mr. Ortemond founded and operated Mar-Con, Inc., an Offshore Crane & Oilfield Offshore Construction Company. At the time of his death, he worked side by side with his sons and family members operating D&L Salvage and Marine and Family of Companies. From 1978-1992, Mr. Ortemond developed and held several U.S. patents relating to offshore pile driving, lifting and crane installation services. As a 1964 graduate of Erath High School he went on to receive athletic scholarships to both Tulane University in New Orleans and the University of Southwest Louisiana in Lafayette. In 1993 he was inducted into the Erath Hall of Fame in recognition for his All American Athletic performances. Mr. Ortemond was also an active member in the New Orleans Carnival Krewe of Hermes since 1981 and served as King in 1997. With his boundless generosity and tireless dedication, Mr. Ortemond cherished his family above all else as a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was the consummate patriarch and committed his life to the passion of his family. With his love for adventure and esprit de corps moral, he traveled the world with his adoring family in-tow leading them to numerous destinations around the globe. He exemplified his zest for life through his passion for all things aquatic; notably offshore power-boating and racing, having achieved a world record in power-boat racing from New Orleans, to St. Louis, Mo. Being self-taught in all his copious endeavors and with a constant eagerness for knowledge and understanding he was captivated with reading and research. His extensive and diverse philanthropic efforts included cancer research, education, athletics, government and law enforcement. Serving as pallbearers will be Harold Bouillion, John Khoury, Dr. Robert Segura, Dr. Terry Segura, Hubert Trahan, and Jerry Withers. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Domingues, Weldon Granger, Wayne Green, Jack Hardy, Dr. Corbett LeBoeuf, Robert Morella, Vincent Rodriguez, Dr. Russell Romero, The Employees of the D & L Salvage and Marine Family of Companies, and the Past Kings of the Krewe of Hermes, New Orleans, Louisiana. Serving as readers will be Dr. Russel Romero, Corbett LeBoeuf. Serving as gift- bearers will be his 6 granddaughters, Mary Catherine, Anna Grace, Jeanne Claire, Caroline Elizabeth, Laura Anne, and Catherine Clare. Musical selections will include; Be Not Afraid (Dufford), Shepherd Me, O God, Ave Maria (Schubert), Pie Jesu (Webber), Amazing Grace and Saints of God. Musicians will be; Jodi Bollich - Soprano, Lauren Baker, Violin 1, Emil Ivanov , Violin 2, Emma Guidry, Cello, Will Green - Trumpet, and Linda Kidd Organ. In addition to flowers, the family request that gifts be made in memorial to Mr. Leon D. Ortemond Sr. to the Ascension Episcopal School Athletic Fund and mailed to Ascension Episcopal School, 1030 Johnston Street, Lafayette LA, 70501. David Funeral Home of Abbeville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 18 to April 19, 2012 SCHEXNAILDRE, BETTY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Betty Schexnaildre, 76, a native and resident of Jayess, Miss., died Saturday, April 14, 2012. There will be private services. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Herman Schexnaildre; son, Ricky Gaudet; daughters, Joyce Bradberry and Mary Ann Mack; stepdaughters, Trudy Dufor and Kim Koppman; brother, Don Miracle; sisters, Ruthalee McRaven, Rubt Timke and Della Eppler; grandchildren, Kenny, Angelle, Amber, Chad, Chase, Chelsea, Chris, Rusty, Jenna, Ashleigh, Cassie, Cheri', and Matthew; step- grandchildren, Douglas and Dawn; great-grandchildren, Noah, Macie, Madison, Maddox, Dylan, Vayda, Lyam, Kaelyn, Joshie, Khloe, Tori, and Rylee; and step- great-grandchildren, Dante, Daynon, Savannah, Justin, Taylor and Dalton. She was preceded in death by her parents, Della Miracle and Mack Miracle; son, Russell James Gaudet Jr.; stepdaughter, Terry Schnazi; sister, Nora Belle Ward; grandchildren, Dustin and Ryan; and great-grandchild, Kody. She loved being a grandmother in her later years. Samart-Mothe Funeral of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== ====================== ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 19 to April 20, 2012 ADAMS, MURPHY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Murphy Joseph Adams, 80, a native and resident of Lockport, passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2012 in Raceland. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Savior Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church. He is survived by his son, Ritchie and wife, Belinda Adams; two daughters, Donna Adams, and Tracy Barrios and husband, Danny; brother, Adolf Adams Jr.; five sisters, Maude Adams, Marion Birdsall, Sheila Adams, Wanda Danos and Ethel Rome; three grandchildren, Ryan Adams, Lee Foret and Blake Barrios; and one great-grandchild, Ellie Barrios. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Danos Adams; parents, Adolph Adams Sr. and Jeanne Boudreaux Adams; and sister, Aline Curole. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 19 to April 20, 2012 BASCLE, GERARD, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gerard "Jerry" Francis Bascle Sr., 79, a native and resident of Bourg, was received into his heavenly home at 11:20 a.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday at Falgout Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Ann Church in Bourg. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Betty Benoit Bascle; son, Ricky Bascle Sr. and wife, Catherine, residing in Georgia; son, Gerard "Gee" Francis Bascle Jr. residing in Nebraska; his daughter, Rochelle Bascle and husband, Glenn of Bourg; five grandchildren, Ricky James Bascle Jr., Adam Gerard Bascle, Caitlin Elizabeth Bascle, Autin Michael Bascle and Cara Elizabeth Bascle; and sister, Betty Bascle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew Bascle and Ella Hebert Bascle; sister, Lucille Bascle; and brothers, Oneil, Merlin, Hubert, Floyd, Bryon, Horace, Allen, and Bobby Bascle. He was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church. Gerard was proud to be a lifetime employee of Texaco, retiring in 1992 after 39 years of service. Jerry was given the nickname "Chick" by his fellow workers because he was the youngest and smallest man in the crew. "Chick" eventually became "Chicken" He also served in the National Guard. The family extends "Special Thanks" to Sandy, Eva, Joe, and Kaydra of Southern Care. Also Thanks to Leslie Baio, Sandra Brister, Carley Walker and our beloved father Ty. A special thanks also goes to Ronnie for being such a good friend. Gerard was a wonderful and loving "Poppy", husband and father who lived for his grandkids and children. Jerry will be greatly missed. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 19 to April 20, 2012 CALLAIS, EARLINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Earline Pinell Callais, 67, a native of Montegut and resident of Cut Off, died at 12:50 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at noon Friday at the church, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Chad Callais and wife, Amy Griffin Callais, and Barry Pinell and Kory Demere; stepchildren, Dwayne Callais, Wayne Callais, Lydia Wilks and Keith Guidry; sisters, Theresa Ledet and Helen Kearney; and 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carrol Callais; and parents, Phillip J. and Alan Hebert Pinell. She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 19 to April 20, 2012 EYMARD, DANNY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Danny Paul Eymard, 62, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 9:33 a.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 to 10:30 a.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano, with burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Cut Off. He is survived by his wife, Susie Guidry Eymard; mother, Clementine Autin Eymard; two daughters, Cherie Berthelot and husband, Robbie, and Michelle Eymard; sister, Lynn Dufrene and husband, Marty; and two grandchildren, Brody Berthelot and Dilon Eymard. He was preceded in death by his father, Royal Eymard; and son, Troy "Bubba" Eymard. He was the owner of Eymard Tires and Service. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 19 to April 20, 2012 FABRE, BRENDA Brenda Hanks Fabre, 71, a native of Kaplan and resident of Luling, died Tuesday, April 17, 2012. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Luling. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church. She is survived by her husband, Mark Kite Fabre; sons, Mark Kite Fabre Jr., David Hanks Fabre and Lony Albert Fabre; daughters, Maria F. Manuel, Amy F. Adams and Ellen Celeste Fabre; brother, Thomas "Tommy" Hanks; and 17 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pierre D. and Louise Guillot Hanks; and sisters, Mary Esther Hanks Poff and Anna Lee H. Marceaux. She was a parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 19 to April 20, 2012 KRAEMER, CHESTER ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Chester Paul Kraemer, 79, a native and resident of Houma, died at 11:32 a.m. Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8:30 a.m. to service time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with a private burial at a later date for family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Deloris Rogers Kraemer of Houma; sons, Timothy P. Kraemer and wife, Robin, of Houma and Eddie J. Kraemer and wife, Sandra, of Houma; daughters, Debbie Kraemer Chatagnier and husband, Mark J. Chatagnier, of Gray and Cindy Kraemer Loney of Raceland; brothers, Robert "Bobby" Kraemer of Houma and Leroy Kraemer of Houma; sister, Modez Deroche of Houma; seven grandchildren, Trent Loney, Haley Kraemer, Roger Kraemer, Angie Bradley, Lance Chatagnier, Jenny Loney and Melanie Chatagnier; great- grandchildren, Triston and Tanner Loney, Rogan, Reid, Charlotte Kraemer, and Claire and Kinley Bradley; and five step-grandchildren and 12 step-great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie and Clara Landry Kraemer; brother, Raymond Kraemer; and son-in-law, Gregory P. Loney of Raceland. He was a member of First United Methodist Church. He was an avid gardener, fisherman, and loved to cut grass. He loved his children, grandchildren, great- grandchildren and all his family and friends. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 19 to April 20, 2012 LEGENDRE, JOSEPH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Joseph A. "Sonny" Legendre, 78, a native of Choupic and resident of Chackbay, died Tuesday, April 17, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor in Chackbay. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his children, Kurt Legendre and wife, Philodia, Stacey L. Weimer and husband, Dirk, and Brad Legendre and wife, Crystal; sisters, Elise Landry and husband, Charles, and Mary Boudreaux and husband, Roy; sister-in- law, Marion Legendre; grandchildren, Casey Legendre and wife, Megan, Ty Barbier, Paige Breaux and husband, Brandon, Brittany Legendre, Magean Meral and Steven Weimer; and great-grandchild, LeighAnn Breaux. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Landry Legendre; parents, Gillis Legendre and Lorena Landry Legendre; and brother, Robert Legendre. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 19 to April 21, 2012 MARS, CHRIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Chris "Choup" John Mars, 56, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, April 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Genevieve Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon today at the church, with a private interment at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery in Metairie. He is survived by his mother, Teresa Caballero Mars; brother, David Mars; and sister, Susan Mars. He was preceded in death by his father, Willis "Bill" Mars. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred or donation to AdTech Ad. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet on April 19, 2012 ORTEMOND, DAVID, JR ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== David Ortemond, Jr. ,39, a native of Abbeville and lifelong resident of the Leblanc Community in Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, April 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. today, with a recitation of the Rosary at 1 p.m. and at 7 p.m. and will resume from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at David Funeral Home of Abbeville. A Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Brennan and Rev. Bill Melancon officiating. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum. He is survived by his fiancee, Sandy Patout; his mother, Diana Romero Ortemond; a brother, Lance David Ortemond and wife, Kelly; sister, Christina Franques; and husband, Andre; and six nieces, Mary Catherine, 14, Anna Grace, 10, Jeanne Claire, 6, Caroline Elizabeth, 6, Laura Anne, 4, and Catherine Clare, 2. David entered his heavenly life along his father, Leon D. Ortemond Sr. and was proceeded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lula Belanger Ortemond and Landis Ortemond; and maternal grandparents, Laura Leblanc Romero and Frank F. (Felix)Romero. He was a graduate of Erath High School in 1991 and held a bachelors degree from the University of Louisiana in Lafayette. He played linebacker for the ULL football team from 1990-1994. He was a member of the Granite State Semi-Pro Football Team from 1996-1997. Mr. Ortemond began his career with Mar-Con Inc. an Oilfield Service Company founded by his father, Leon D. Ortemond, Sr. in 1996 and continued through 2003 holding numerous positions as Director of Transportation, Personnel Director, Marine Division Supervisor and Yard Supervisor. At the time of his death, he worked side by side with his father, and family members as Marine Manager with D&L Salvage and Marine Family of Companies. His advocation and enthusiasm for offshore powerboat racing gained him high recognition and admiration in the sport throughout the Gulf South. He was an active member of the Florida Powerboat Club for several years. He maintained an intense focus on the technological advancement and development of the power boating and marine industry. He thrived on being a perfectionist not only in the passion of his sport but his everyday life as well. He possessed a true zest for life and a steadfast commitment to his family especially his adoring nieces. He had an impact on so many lives. Through his random acts of kindness and generosity, there was not a stranger he did not know. His positive and giving spirt was evident in all who came to know him. Serving as pallbearers will be Pat Brennan, Brad Dunphy, Gregory Leblanc, John Leblanc Danny West and Ross Woodring. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Kevin Comeaux, Rick Day, Rocky Guidry, Leander Nunez , A.J. Phillips, Richie Prince, Hubert Trahan, The Employees of the D&L Salvage and Marine Family of Companies, the Members of the Florida Powerboat Club and the Teams, Coaches and Staff of the ULL Football Team 1990- 1994. Serving as readers will be Dr. Russel Romero, Corbett LeBouef and serving as gift-bearers will be his 6 nieces; Mary Catherine, Anna Grace, Jeanne Claire, Caroline Elizabeth, Laura Anne, and Catherine Clare. Musical selections will include; Be Not Afraid (Dufford), Shepherd Me, O God, Ave Maria (Schubert), Pie Jesu (Webber), Amazing Grace and Saints of God. Musicians will be; Jodi Bollich, Soprano, Lauren Baker, Violin 1, Emil Ivano, Violin 2, Emma Guidry, Cello, Will Green, Trumpet, and Linda Kidd, Organ. In addition to flowers, the family request that gifts be made in memorial to Mr. David Ortemond Jr. to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Quarterback Club, DBA RCC Football Fund, 201 Reinhardt Drive, Lafayette LA 70506 David Funeral Home of Abbeville will be handling the arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 ADAMS, ERNEST Ernest J. "EJ" "Pip" Adams, 63, a native of Ewellville, died Friday, April 13, 2012 at Heritage Manor in Napoleonville. Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Virginia Baptist Church in Ewellville. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by three sisters, Julia C. Rodney, Eunice and husband, Freddie Adams, Sheila husband, Donald Anderson all of Ewellville; two brothers, Edward and wife, Ethel Mae Adams of Gretna, and Isaac and wife, Rosemary Adams of Donaldsonville; one uncle; and a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dora and Joseph Adams; and five brothers and one sister. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 GUIDRY, ARLENE Arlene Plaisance Guidry, 51, a native of New Orleans and resident of Cut Off, died Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband, Dennis Guidry; sons, Andrew Downey, Joel Plaisance, Jacob Plaisance and Paul Guidry; daughters, Brandy Champagne and Ralin Trosclair; brothers, A.J. Plaisance Jr., Johnny Plaisance, Ronald Plaisance, Donald Plaisance and Arnold Plaisance; and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Augustin Sr. and Gustavia Cheramie Plaisance. She was a Facebook fan and loved to bowl. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 HARRIS, YULANDA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Yulanda Vita Butler Harris, 43, a native of Donaldsonville and resident of Atlanta, died Saturday, April 14, 2012 in Atlanta. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home, 101 Loop 945 in Donaldsonville. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Israel Baptist Church in Belle Rose, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her daughter, Jasmine LeShay Harris and grandson, Austin Caine Landry of Donaldsonville; mother, Catherine D. Butler of Donaldsonville; five sisters, Debra B. Toney of Baton Rouge, Sheila M. Clem, and Adrianne (Lawrence) Butler-Holts of Atlanta, Judy Butler-Bowens of Dubai UAE, and Rachell Butler of Dallas; six brothers, Mark D. Butler and David J. Butler of Baton Rouge, Charles R. (LaQuesha) Butler, George I. (Trina) Butler, Patrick R. (Tammy) Butler, all of Donaldsonville and Darius Watts of Virginia; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 LARVADAIN, LUCIEN Lucien Joseph "Bread" Larvadain, 69, a native of Belle Rose and resident of Pennsylvania, died Tuesday, April 10, 2012 in Pennsylvania. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at First Israel Baptist 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 two brothers, Edward and wife, Patricia Larvadain Jr., of Alexandria and Russell and wife, Beverly Larvadain of Blossomfield Hills, Mich.; six sisters, Sally and husband, Curtis Mustiful of Zachary, Antionette and husband, Dexter Burns of Titusville, Fla., Jo Ann and husband, James McKay of San Antonio, Janice Larvadain Baton Rouge, Emma Lee and husband, Kenneth Hill and Karnelia Larvadain of Belle Rose; paternal aunt and uncle; maternal uncle and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maxine Hirsch and Edward Larvadain Sr.; and sister, Barbara Larvadain Diggs. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 22, 2012 LASSEIGNE, TAMMY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Tammy Lasseigne, 31, a native and resident of Thibodaux, was born Aug. 4, 1980 and died Tuesday, April 17, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with interment at St. Joseph Cemetery. She is survived by her daughters, Abigail Marie and Ella Mae; parents, Donald Lasseigne Sr. and Deborah Traigle Lasseigne; siblings, Don Lasseigne Jr., Becky McCarthy, Toni Garcia, Dawn McCarthy, Jody Lasseigne and Donna Himel, all of Thibodaux; grandmother, Dell Louise Poche; godchildren, Amber and Ali Anderson, Jalen and Dawson Himel; and nieces and nephews, Kayla Vicknair, Mindy Anderson, Ashley Anderson, Hailey McCarthy, Harley Bonvillian, Erin Lasseigne, Lanie McCarthy, Jada Lasseigne, Jeremy Burke, Joshua McCarthy, Justin McCarthy, Jayden Zeringue and Ayden Leger. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Armond Lasseigne Sr. and Amy U. Lasseigne, and Bessie Mae Poche and Riley Poche. In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted in the benefit of Tammy Lasseigne. For more information, please contact Donna Himel at 414-2566. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 LINER, ETHEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ethel "Tea" LeBoeuf Liner, 87, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died Thursday, April 19, 2012. 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 Holy Family Catholic Church in Dulac. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Charles "Mike" Liner Sr.; sister, Olivia "Poule" Lapeyrouse; and eight grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and nine great- great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Butch" Liner Jr.; parents, Etienne and Ophelia LeBoeuf; sons, Wayne Liner Sr. and Larry Liner Sr.; and brothers, Albert, Ellis, Thaddeus, Clynest, and Zeltha LeBoeuf. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 ROBICHAUX, CHRISTY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Christy Caryn Cenac Robichaux, 57, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:36 p.m. Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. She is survived by her mother, Mary "Cookie" Agnes Power Quinn; sons, Andre Brandon Porretto and wife, Toni, and Aaron Anthony Porretto and wife, Allison; two grandchildren; brothers, Clark Jr. "Cy", Clinton, Cody, and Cullen Cenac; and sisters, Connie Lazaro, Charlotte "Cathy" Hebert, Carey Woodham, Cindy, and Kacy Cenac. She was preceded in death by her father, Clark Cyril Cenac Sr.; and grandparents, Ovide "Jock" Joseph and Eugenie "Tee" Hebert Cenac, and Robert Clinton and Mary Clara Blouin Power. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 STOVE, LOUIS, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Louis E. Stove Jr., 54, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Dularge, died Sunday, April 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Howard Third Zion Baptist Church, 363 Bayou Dularge Rd. in Houma. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at church, with burial in Crozier Cemetery. He is survived by his son, Gerald and Marquis Stove and Ja'Ron and Waymon Smith; brothers, Gerald Lee Stove, and Charles and Eric Stove; sisters, Joyce Chatman, Gwendolyn Stove and Regina Washington; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Stove Sr. and Hilda Westley Stove; and son, Brandon Smith. He was a member of Howard Third Zion Baptist Church and a welders helper for Curtis Callais Mechanic. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 WASHINGTON, OLIVIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Olivia Washington, 74, a native and resident of Gibson, died Saturday, April 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, 4928 N. Bayou Black Drive in Gibson. Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Steward Washington Jr., Arthur Howard Jr., Joseph and Bryan Howard; daughter, Tricia Folse; sister, Emma Stewart; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steward Washington Sr.; parents, Johnny and Selena Johnson; brothers, Johnny Johnson Sr., Belvin Johnson and Ervin Johnson Sr., and Sidney Patrick Sr.; sisters, Betty J. Stevenson, Beatrice Robertson and Valina Johnson. She was a member of Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 20 to April 21, 2012 WILLIAMS, PERCY, JR. Percy Williams Jr., 74, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Donaldsonville, died Sunday, April 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home, 101 Loop 945 in Donaldsonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Greater Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Donaldsonville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Protestant Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Genevieve Williams of Donaldsonville; three daughters, Beverly Williams and husband, Raymond, of Donaldsonville, Pamela Harvey and husband, Royal Jr., of Darrow and Melissa Geason and husband, Todd, of St. James; four sons, Percy Williams of Orangeburg, S.C., Albert Williams and husband, Frances, of Plaquemine, Kenneth Williams and wife, Claudette, of Napoleonville and James Williams of Darrow; and 15 grandchildren, 11 great- grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Percy Sr. and Rebecca Williams; son, Anthony Williams; three brothers, Merlin, Edward, and Phillip Williams; and sister, Agnes Winfrey. He was a retired custodial worker for the City of Donaldsonville. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 21 to April 22, 2012 BLACKLEDGE, GREGORY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gregory K. Blackledge, 54, a native and resident of Raceland, died Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at New Vision Christian Community Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial to follow at Morning Star Baptist Church in Raceland. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Robinson Blackledge of Raceland; his mother, Ann Grant of Raceland; his sons, Gregory Blackledge of Auburn, Ala., Travis Stewart of Gray and Troy Stewart of Lockport; his sisters, Leslie (Garret) Sharper of Bayou Blue, Bridgette Hill of Virginia, Pamela Blackledge (Adrian Lawrence) and Kendra Blackledge, both of Raceland; his brothers, Dwight (Ophelia) Blackledge and Kelly (Jessica) Blackledge, both of Raceland, and Roderick Knight of Miami; and one grandchild. He was preceded in death by her father, Willie Blackledge; and grandparents, Charlie and Aline Blackledge, and Anna Mae Guidroz and Louis Warren. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 21 to April 22, 2012 CHIASSON, BENJAMIN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Benjamin M. Chiasson, 31, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 4:25 a.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Denise Pitre Chiasson; son, Dyson Chiasson; and two daughters, Kayla and Brenn Chiasson. He was preceded in death by his father, Ricky A. Chiasson. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 21 to April 23, 2012 DUPRE, MARY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mary Fazzio Parfait Dupre, 80, a native and resident of Dulac, died at 8:50 a.m. Friday April 20, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home, and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Holy Family Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church. She is survived by her sons, Floyd Parfait and late wife Susan, Murphy Jr. "Curly" Parfait and wife Lisa, Roland "Ronky" Parfait and wife Debra, Carl Parfait and wife Mary, Tommy Parfait and companion Lynn, Robert Parfait and fiancée Autumn, Kelly Parfait and wife Cheryl, all of Dulac; her daughters, Dea Gauthreaux and companion Jerry Luke, Debra Parfait and companion Carlton DeHart Sr., Peggy Bell and husband Gary, Jody Duplantis and husband Yancy, Sharon Luke and husband Craig, Lisa Richard and husband Stefan, and Patty Lutz, all of Dulac; one daughter-in-law Marion Parfait; one former daugher-in-law Becky Parfait of Dulac; one brother, Jimmy Robling of Dulac; sisters Mildred Verdin and late husband Wilbert and Emily Verdin and late husband Boy all of Dulac; 50 grandchildren; 68 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Murphey Parfait Sr.; her second husband, Dudley Dupre Sr.; her parents, Joseph Fazzio and Ida Fazzio; two sons, Ronald and Donald Parfait; one brother, Julius Fazzio; three grandchildren, Amanda Parfait Liner, Heather Bell and Janell Parfait; two great-grandchildren, Skila Falgout and Kimmi Dufrene; and one daughter-in-law, Dawn Parfait. She was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. She enjoyed the casino, bingo and loved to dance. She was loved by all who knew her. She will be missed by all her family and friends and they all knew her as mom. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and Knights of Columbus in Dulac. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 21 to April 23, 2012 HEBERT, DONALD Donald Joseph Hebert, 61, a native and resident of Houma, died at 12:06 p.m. Thursday, April 19, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Pamela Bird Hebert of Houma; daughters, Brooke Anglada of Houma, Dawn Snyder and husband, Eddie Jr., of Houma; grandchildren, Kelsie Hebert and Jake Anglada; brothers, Gene Hebert and wife, Meril, Floyd Hebert and wife, Joan, Sonny Hebert and wife, Dot, Gilbert Hebert and wife, Rhonda; brother-in-law, Doug Bird and wife, Marcy; sisters-in-law, Sheila O'Dea and husband, Tom, Shelly Martin and husband, Danny; and mother-in-law, Delores Bird. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Joseph Hebert Sr. and Eula Lambert Hebert; grandson, Edward Lee Snyder III; and father-in-law, Robert D. Bird. Donald was a member of First United Methodist Church. He was a retired Allstate Insurance Agent. He was a TPR softball coach and ASA Magic softball coach, a member of Start Corporation, Cajun Grotto, Jerusalem Shrine Temple, Houma Shrine Club Motorcycle Escort. He was a past Master of Terrebonne Fellowship, a 32nd Degree Mason and an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He was a friend to all. His greatest love of all was his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Houma Shrine Club, 200 Moffet Road, Houma, LA 70363, 851-6327. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 22 to April 24, 2012 DAVIS, BONNIE Bonnie Lee Kinnard Davis, 79, a native of Wisnor and resident of Houma, died at 7:22 p.m. Thursday, April 19, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. She is survived by seven children, Billy Davis and wife, Stella, John Davis and wife, Denise, Edith Lirette and husband, Paul, Dianne Brossette and husband, James, Wanda Clements and husband, Glenn, Pearl Davis, and Annette Scott and husband, Pat; one brother, Lonnie Kinnard; and 17 grandchildren and 25 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rochelle "RW" William Davis; parents, John and Owedia Kinnard; two sisters, Beatrous Debruell and Louise Beaubouef; and brother, JT Kinnard. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Children's Advocacy Center. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 23 to April 24, 2012 DUDLEY, PATTY Patty Usie Dudley, 51, a native and resident of Houma, went to meet her heavenly father at 7:46 a.m. Saturday, April 21, 2012. No services are scheduled. She is survived by her father, Oscar Usie Sr.; brothers, Euia Usie and Oscar Usie, Jr.; sisters, Lajohnna Usie Traigle and Lana Usie Scott; godchild, Dana Pitre; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, Patsy Trammell Usie. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 23 to April 24, 2012 HARRELL, SHELBY Shelby Todd "Honey" Harrell, 74, a native of Paradis and resident of Des Allemands, died Saturday, April 21, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with a private burial at a later date. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janelle Guidry Harrell; sons, Charles Todd Harrell and wife, Lisa, Kevin Mark Harrell and wife, Bambi, Brett Michael Harrell and wife, Cindy, Bryan Scott Harrell and wife, Nancy, Gregory Allen Harrell and Kris, Jeff Martin Harrell and Christie; sister, Martha H. Stanfield; and 20 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Martha Harrell; and sister, Betty H. Hebert. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 23 to April 24, 2012 LEDET, JONATHON Jonathon Paul Ledet, 30, a native of Houma and resident of Chauvin, was swept into the arms of the angels on Thursday, April 19, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Montegut. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Bobby Matherne Ledet; his father and stepmother, Lynn and Ella Ledet; stepsisters, Heather, Haley, and Holly; grandparents, Robert and Juanita Matherne, Dorothy Trahan and Diane Sutton; and aunts, uncles, cousins a niece and nephew. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Duffy Ledet and Allen Trahan Sr.; and uncle, Wade Matherne. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 23 to April 24, 2012 LIRETTE, DANIEL, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Daniel John Lirette Jr., 45, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 8:58 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial at Garden of Memories Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Carol Lirette of Chauvin; son, Matthew Blake McAllister of Thibodaux; parents, Daniel Lirette Sr. and Norma Adams Lirette of Chauvin; brother, Lance Michael Lirette and wife, Poppy Dupre Lirette of Houma; sister, Summer Lirette Skarke and husband, Bert of Chauvin; nephews, Cye Lirette and Cade Lirette of Houma; mother-in-law, Virginia Granger Golden of Chauvin; and special companions, his pet cats, Duke and Callie. He was a member of Grand Caillou Baptist Church. He was a dedicated musician who toured the United States through his music. He was also an active member of the music community with his teaching and performing. He loved witnessing for Jesus through his participation on the Praise and Worship team at Grand Caillou Baptist Church. He was a G.E.D. instructor for project Learn-Laterre. He was loved dearly by his family and friends and will be missed. His favorite color was purple. The family would like to request that purple be worn at the services in celebration of his life. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 23 to April 25, 2012 TATE, ULINE Uline Tate, 87, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery in Chackbay. She is survived by her son, Ronald Joseph Bourg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Newell Tate; parents, Lewis and Orthmas Pitre Ordoyne; brothers, Morris, Albert, Nobby, and Ashten Ordoyne; and sister, Lorraine O. Boudreaux. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 24 to April 25, 2012 CLEMENT, TERRY Terry Clement, 67, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 22, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to prayer service time at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Ourso Funeral Home in Pierre Part. Interment will follow at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Cemetery in Pierre Part. He is survived by two daughters, Rosalind Ragan and Tiffney Crochet and husband Glenn; son, Huey Clement and wife, Sonya; mother, Irene Flore Clement; five grandchildren, Taylor Ragan, Chance Ragan, Lane Roberts, Malorie Crochet and Heather Clement; two grandchildren-in-love, Glenn "Toodle" Crochet Jr. and Jake Crochet; two great-grandchildren, Giovanni Ragan and Laila Ragan; great- grandchild-in-love, Kade Crochet; three sisters, Corrine Gros, Joann Naquin, Mary Chaisson; and three brothers, Carol, Roland, and Raymond Clement. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Rivere Clement; and father Eddie Clement. Ourso Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 24 to April 25, 2012 DIAS, MARY Mary Geraldine Broussard Dias, "une Cajun de Bayou Lafourche" born Jan. 16, 1941 began her eternal life on Monday, April 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Lee James Dias; mother, Marie Rose Gisclair Broussard; siblings, Loena Olds, Glen Broussard, Louis Sturgeon Broussard, Maureen Collins and Murphy Broussard; and blessed by her children, Brazette Bridget Carlos and husband, Darren, Briton Lee Dias and wife, Monica, and Bethany Marie Roy and husband, Decky. The promises of her Heavenly Father are for generations to come beginning with her grandchildren, Brittany Francis Barnes, Dakota James Dias, Prentice Mary Roy, Ruston Wayne Gilmore, Catherine Ann Roy, Hayden Lane Carlos, Drew Patrick Roy, Victoria Leigh Dias, Holland James Carlos, Hudson Hall Carlos and Kelli Green; and her great-grandchildren, Patrick Nicolas Barnes, Joseph Alexander Barnes and Zoe Isabelle Dias. She was preceded in death by her father, Louis Broussard; niece, Elizabeth Broussard Basulito; and paternal and maternal grand parents. Known as Sister Dias, she enjoyed reading and gardening. Her children and grandchildren treasure the countless hours she spent journaling her life and theirs. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 24 to April 25, 2012 OUGEL, ESSIE Essie Bouvier Ougel, 80, a native and resident of Larose, died Saturday, April 21, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Rosary Church in Larose. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sister, Beverly Bouvier Pitre and husband, Huey; sister- in-law, Gloria Gisclair Bouvier; son, Jody Bouvier and wife, Monica and their sons, Brody and Brock Bouvier; nephew, Darryl Danos and wife, Vicki and his daughters, Samantha Danos Abshire and husband, Alan, and their children Zachary and Madison Abshire; Tonya Danos Viator and husband, Dwayne and their son, Jake Michael Viator; niece, Ginny Danos Allemand Landry and husband, Donald and her son, Kern Allemand and wife, Dusty and their daughter Ashley Allemand Orgeron and husband, Justin and their son, Logan Orgeron. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ulysse Ougel; her parents, Vories Bouvier and wife, Clarise Cheramie Bouvier; sister, Betty Bouviere Danos; and brother, Nursey Bouviere. Essie was a good friend, a giving and loving person and she enjoyed many travels in her life. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. May she rest in peace. The family thanks the staff at Broadway, Doctors and Hospice for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , P.O.Box 50 Memphis, TN 38101 or any other of your choice. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 24 to April 25, 2012 ====================== WILLIAMS, ESTELLE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Estelle R. Williams, 96, a native of Cut Off and resident of Larose, died Saturday, April 21, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Richard O. Williams Jr. and wife, Rita; daughters, Elaine W. Daigle, and Margie W. Dufrene and husband, Danny; daughter-in-law, Judy P. Callais; sisters, Florence R. Cheramie, Theresa R. Duet and Alice R. Ledet; and 13 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard O. "Red" Williams Sr.; parents, Leonce and Aurora Raymond; son, Raymond J. Williams Sr.; great- grandson, Brennan M. Williams; great-granddaughter, Alivia S. Serigny; brother, Lubin Raymond Sr.; and sister, Vivian R. Schouest. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 25 to April 26, 2012 BERGERON, VIRGINIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Virginia Coker Bergeron, 88, a native of Cotton Valley and resident of Houma, died at 11:05 a.m. Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her children, Deborah Beddes, Deanna Domangue and husband, Ron, Dr. Glynn Bergeron and wife, Anne, and Trudy Sasser and husband, Joey; grandchildren, Sean, Ryan, Dustin, Angela, Joshua, Avril, Thomas, Dolive, Arlene, Nicole, Melissa, Michelle and Joanne; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rubin A. Bergeron; parents, Raford Shelby Coker and Lillian Parker Coker; son, Lonnie R. McEachern; and sisters, Melba Broussard, Ideria C. McCarty and Laveria C. Simpson She was a former parishioner of St. Edmonds Catholic Church of Lafayette. She was a member of St. Edmonds' Ladies Auxiliary and served as the vice president of the Over 50's Club at St. Edmonds. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 25 to April 26, 2012 BOUDREAUX, LLOYD, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lloyd "Brother-in-law" Micheal Boudreaux Jr., 41, a native of Wagaman and resident of Napoleonville, died Saturday, April 20, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Community Worship Center in Napoleonville. A religious service will be held at noon Thursday at the center, with burial at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Plattenville. He is survived by his wife, Jan M. Boudreaux; son, Lloyd M. Boudreaux III; daughter, Brittany M. Boudreaux; father, Lloyd M. Boudreaux Sr.; mother, Thelma A. Boudreaux; brothers, Shane M. Boudreaux, Steve J. Gautreaux and Jerry J. Gautreaux Jr.; and sister, Karen E. Boudreaux. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ulysse J. Boudreaux Sr. and Bessie D. Boudreaux. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the family for funeral expenses. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 25 to April 26, 2012 CHAUVIN, IOLA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Iola "Dee Dee" Chauvin, 82, a native and resident of Raceland, died Saturday, April 21, 2012. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday at Bethany Community Fellowship Church, La. 1 in Raceland. She is survived by two sons, Marty Chauvin and wife, Susie, and Brett Chauvin and wife, Deanna; and three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton Chauvin. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 25 to April 26, 2012 ORGERON, SHARIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sharia D. Orgeron, 69, a native and resident of Gheens, died at 7:58 a.m. Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Gheens. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Willis Orgeron; two sons, Scott Orgeron and wife, Shelley, and Brent Orgeron and wife, Ronda; daughter, Pam Hamby and husband, Michael; brother, Philip Dufrene; two sisters, Darlene Trosclair and Maxine Cressonie; and 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Alverda D. Dufrene. She was a parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 26 to April 27, 2012 HUE, CLIFTON ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Clifton Paul Hue, 63, a native and resident of Thibodaux, was born July 31, 1948 and died Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church. Mass will begin at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with interment to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Laura Gauthier Hue; father, Albert Hue; son, Keith Hue; daughters, Kristy Hue Williams and Katie Hue; brother, Calvin Hue; sisters, Sarah Hue, Carol Allemand, Mary Jane Hue, and Dorothy Martin; and grandchildren, Nicholas Williams, Zachary Williams, Gabrielle Gaudet, Keaton Hue, Ty Hue, and Lindsey Hue. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lucy Theriot Hue; brother, A.J. Hue; and grandson, Louis William Penely. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family of the late Clifton Hue. For more information, please contact Katie Hue at 228-0088. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 26 to April 27, 2012 MARTIN, HULDA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Hulda "Cadda" Martin, 92, a native and resident of Chackbay, died at 8:05 p.m. Monday, April 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Lou Martin; brothers, Anthony Rodrigue, Jean Denis Rodrigue and Stephen Rodrigue; sister, Sister Denis Rodrigue; grandchildren, Elvin, Jeff and Kerry Gros and Laurie Gros Pierre; and six great-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren and one great-great- grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Martin; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Denis Rodrigue; brothers, Zenon Rodrigue, Edmond Rodrigue, Harold Rodrigue, Ceceile Benny Rodrigue and Leopold Rodrigue; and sisters, Elise Beniot and Mrythee Granier. Pallbearers will be Elvin Gros, Jeffrey Gros, Kerry Gros, Lyle Gross, Stephen Rodrigue and Jean Claude Pierre. She was a member of the Ladies Altar Society at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. The family would like to extend a special thanks to St. Joseph Hospice. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 26 to April 28, 2012 MIRE, SAMMY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sammy Paul Mire, 2, a native of Lockport and resident of Raceland, died Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home, with burial at Matherne Cemetery in Bayou Blue. He is survived by his father, Philip J. Mire; mother, Toni M. Keller; and brother, Bradley Mire. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 26 to April 27, 2012 PONVELLE, HOWARD Howard J. Ponvelle, 64, a native and resident of Chackbay, was born on Aug. 18, 1947 and passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with interment at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his son, Chad Ponvelle; and sisters, Grace Perque, Barbara Ponvelle, Patricia Brazan, Priscilla Molaison, Theresa Porche and Judy Falgoust. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dianne Guillot Ponvelle; parents, Edwin Ponvelle and Mildred Schwab Landry; and stepfather, Willie Landry. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 27 to April 28, 2012 DANOS, WILSON ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Wilson Danos, 86, passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at noon Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Mary Cemetery. He is survived by his loving son, Dr. Bill Danos and wife, Linda; grandchildren, Nikki Danos, Jason Danos and wife, Ashley, and Krista Gagnet and husband, Patrick; three great-grandchildren, Regan, Morgan and Logan; and sister, Eula Stevens. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Vivian Gautreaux Danos; parents, Henri and Estella Champagne Danos; and sister, Evelyn Danos. He lived a full life in Raceland. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, a member of Raceland VFW and American Legion. He was well known as a service station owner and school bus driver for many years. Wilson was an avid gardener and a talented cook. He touched the lives of many people with his generosity, storytelling and infectious smile. He was a devoted caregiver of Lou Anna Gaudet. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 27 to April 29, 2012 HEBERT, NELTON, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Nelton "Red, Buddy, Duck" Joseph Hebert Jr., 63, a native of Raceland and resident of Houma, died at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at his companion's home. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel. Religious services will be held at 10:30 a.m. today at Holy Savior Catholic Church. He is survived by his companion of seven years, Patsy F. Breaux; his son, Scott Hebert; grandchildren, Jerame and Madison Hebert, and Kira Woods; daughter, Karen Hebert; and sister, Mary Lynn Plaisance. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nelton Sr. and Mildred Sevin Hebert; and son, Ricky Hebert. He was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. He was a commercial truck driver for Ace and Venture Transport. He loved casinos and always enjoyed and loved family and friends. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 27 to April 28, 2012 JONES, WAYNE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Wayne A. Jones, 48, a native of Paincourtville and resident of Fairfax, Va., died Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Charles Baptist Church, 209 La. 403 in Paincourtville. 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, Dr. Kimberly M. Jones; daughter, Evangeline Corrine Jones; son, Kendall Lloyd-Anthony Jones all of Fairfax, Va.; parents, Eugene and Cora Lee Muse Jones of New Orleans; maternal grandfather, Griffin Muse of Paincourtville; paternal grandmother, Clara Walker of New Orleans; two sisters, Charmaine Muse of Paincourtville and Libby Jones McCall of Dallas; two nieces, one great-niece and a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Corestine Muse; and uncle Samuel Muse. He was the director of technology at Intergrated Design and Electronics Academy Public Charter School in Washington, DC. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 27 to April 28, 2012 LIVAS, JA'MARIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Little Miss Ja'Maria Lei Livas, 1, a native and resident of Houma, died Saturday, April 21, 2012. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sunlight Baptist Church in Houma, with burial to follow at First Baptist Church in Schriever. She is survived by her mother, Jaquette Livas; grandmother, Andrea Livas; and great-grandmothers and uncles. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Robert McGuire Jr.; and great- grandfathers, Henry Lee Livas and Robert McGuire Sr. She was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 27 to April 28, 2012 REED, ULYSSES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ulysses Reed, 100, a native and resident of Chackbay, died Monday, April 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial to follow at Little Zion Cemetery in Chackbay. He is survived by nine children, Ulysses (Patricia) Reed Jr. of Bossier City, Eugene (Madelyne) Reed of Gray, Eula Brinkley of Thibodaux, Gloria (Charles) Dotson of Mariquin, Anna (Lloyd) Thomas of Thibodaux, Gustavia Growe of Baton Rouge, Brenda Powell of Houma, Mary (Walter) Kitchens of Thibodaux and Sheila Reed of Shreveport; his sister, Irma Pearlie of Thibodaux; and 28 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude Reed; parents, Joseph and Lucy Reed; daughter, Delores Reed; brothers, Herbert Reed, Joseph Reed and Milton Reed; and sisters Gustavia Duckett, Isabella Williams and O'ella Shanklin. He was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church and a U.S. Army, World War II veteran. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 27 to April 28, 2012 THOMAS, ISAAC ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sergeant Isaac Thomas, 84, a native of Beaumont, Texas and resident of Houma, died Saturday, April 21, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mechanicville Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2609 Senator St. in Houma. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his companion, Ernestine P. Perkins; brother, Otis Thomas and wife, Yvonne; and sister, Lizzie Guidry and husband, Herbert. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Matt Thomas and Mary Jasper Thomas; brothers, Wilton, Matt Jr., Herbert, Jeff, George, Jasper, Benjamin and Rev. Saulmon Thomas Sr.; and sisters, Elsie Thomas Nevers and Eula Thomas Jones. He was a retired U.S. Air Force veteran and lounge owner. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 28 to April 30, 2012 BURKETT, LAFAYETTE, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lafayette "Billy" William Burkett Jr., 56, a native of Lake Jackson, Texas and resident of Houma, died at 11:47 a.m. Thursday, April 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 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 St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Darnell Callahan Burkett of Houma; children, William Burkett and companion, Becca Blouin of Houma, Ashley Burkett of Houma, Marisa Mikel of Lake Jackson, Texas, Nicole Pierce and husband, Kipp, of Houma, Holly Griffin and husband, Miles, of Houma and Jerome "Pepe'" Chauvin Jr. and wife, Alonna, of Houma; his father, Lafayette William Burkett Sr.; grandchildren, Brayden Rhodes, Darien "D.J." Tolbert, Jordan Tolbert, Dillion Tolbert, Jamar Alston Jr., Tia Mikel, Sophia Pierce, Cameron Griffin, Shannon Liner, Heather Kraemer, Dylan Griffin, Shane Garnett, Jr., Grayson Garnett, Hunter Chauvin, Kelsey Solet, Cullen Chauvin and Chloe Chauvin; four great- grandchildren; sisters, Sharon Floyd and Carol Hensley; sisters-in-law, Christine and husband, Richard, Joretta and husband, Ronnie, and Janna and husband, Kerrell; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorthea June Tidwell Burkett; and son, Lafayette "Bucky" Burkett III. He retired from the oilfield as a salesman. He served in the Navy during peacetime. He enjoyed spending time in his vegetable garden and loved the New Orleans Saints. He was a devoted and loving husband and father. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 28 to April 29, 2012 MORVANT, ELTON ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Elton "Johnny" Morvant, 88, a native of Labadieville and resident of Kraemer, died Thursday, April 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Lawrence the Martyr Catholic Church in Kraemer. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mabel Mahler Morvant; daughter, Debra M. Lassere and husband, Louis; sister, Eunice Morvant Himel; grandchildren, Annekia Lassere Prudhomme and husband, William "Trey" Prudhomme III, Kacy Lassere and Betsy Mahler; and two great-granchildren, William Lassere Prudhomme and Laura Catherine Prudhomme. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nelson Morvant and Louise Diez Morvant; daughter, Fay Ann Morvant; brothers, Milton, Percy, and Leroy Morvant; and sister, Irene Morvant Thibodaux. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was an avid gardener and grass cutter. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 29 to April 30, 2012 BOUDREAUX, ARAMISE, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Aramise "Coon" J. Boudreaux Jr., 79, a native and resident of Cut Off, died Friday, April 27, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Sacred Heart Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at noon Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Genevieve Boudreaux; children, Dexter Boudreaux, Patsy Sam and Wally Boudreaux; sister, Louella Fonseca; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Aramise Boudreaux Sr. and Rose Terrebonne Boudreaux; and brothers, Gerald, Roger, Terry and Dickerson Boudreaux. He was Catholic and a U.S. Army veteran. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 29 to April 30, 2012 BREAUX, HERBERT, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Herbert J. Breaux Jr., 48, a native and resident of Bayou Gauche, died Thursday, April 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Life Fellowship Community Church in Bayou Gauche. Service will be held at noon Monday at the church, with burial to follow in Sunset Cemetery. He is survived by his companion Linda Danos; sons, Austin and Ethan Breaux; step-son, Alan Danos; mother, Jeanette Maynard LeBlanc; sister, Geordina Breaux O'Banion; brother, Ken Breaux; step-siblings, Charlie, Tina, Wendy and Kat Maynard; and two step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Hebert J. Breaux Sr. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 29 to April 30, 2012 CARTER, JAMES, JR. James C. Carter Jr., 28, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Thursday, April 26, 2012. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Monday at Plymouth Rock Baptist Church. Religious service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the church, with burial at Deweyville Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Sybil Taylor Carter; parents, Pamela Harris and James Carter Sr.; sons, Jahuan Carter and Jeremih Carter; daughters, Za breiona Ray; sister, Megan Carter; brother, Joshua Carter; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, James and Bernice Ruffin and John and Millie Aubert. He was a parishioner of Plymouth Rock Baptist Church. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 29 to April 30, 2012 PARKS, SYLVIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sylvia Ann St. John Parks, 75, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, April 26, 2012 at her home. Graveside services will be held Saturday at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2 She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Terry J. Parks; son, Terry Allen Parks and wife, Althea Blanchard Parks; daughter, Mell Elizabeth Parks Songe and husband, Peter Songe; grandchildren, Cody and Brent Parks and Hannah and Rebekah Songe; brother, James "Jimmy" St. John; and sisters, Gloria St. John King and Deborah "Debbie" St. John. She was preceded in death by her parents, Osie Ola "Bill" St. John and Margarette Marie Bergeron St. John; and brother, William David "Slugger" St. John. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 30 to May 1, 2012 SCOTT, LUCILLE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1204.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lucille Maronge Scott, 81, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 8:45 p.m. Saturday, April 28, 2012. Visitation will be from 12:30 to funeral time today at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 2 p.m. today at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her sons, Jessie C. Scott and wife, Susan Levron Scott, of Covington and Leland J. Scott and wife, Melinda Luke Scott, of Houma; daughter, Patrice Scott Thibodeaux and husband, Danny of Houma; grandchildren, Corey Scott, Mindy Scott Pellegrin, Lee Scott, Kristy Thibodeaux and Shawn Thibodeaux; and great-grandchildren, Madison Pellegrin, Ryland Pellegrin and Landon Scott. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Joseph Scott; parents, Henry J. Maronge Sr. and Agnes Savoie Maronge; daughter, Kathryn Scott; brothers, Phillip Maronge, Wilbert Maronge and Henry Maronge Jr.; and sister, Daisy Thibodeaux. She was a wonderful cook and baker and enjoyed ceramics, arts and crafts and quilting. She received her GED later on in life and began substitute teaching. She then went on to receive her degree for an LPN and began working for home health and Heritage Manor. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from April 30 to May 1, 2012 TROSCLAIR, EFFIE Effie Marie Trosclair, 80, a native and resident of Galliano, died Sunday, April 29, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Christian Fellowship. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Christian Fellowship, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Able "Blue" Trosclair; sons, Ricky Trosclair and wife, Jo Ann, Kent Trosclair and wife, Nena, Ronald Trosclair, and Randy Trosclair and wife, Kim; daughter, Priscilla "Sis" Toups and husband, Jackie; and five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Silas Vizier and Priscilla Guidry Vizier; and daughter-in-law, Tammy Trosclair. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. =============================================================================