OBITUARIES for MAY 2012; TERREBONNE and LAFOURCHE Parishes, La. Submitted by: Louis Lavedan Last Modified: 1 June 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 May 1 to May 2, 2012 BREAUX, CONNIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Connie Landreneau Breaux, 80, a native of Washington and resident of Houma, died Monday, April 30, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Francis Breaux; six children, Todd and wife, Susan, Jane Breaux Kinler and husband, Rhys, Eric and wife, Pam, Myles, Gail Breaux Callahan and husband, Kerry, and Gary and wife, Shana; and loving grandmother to 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mrs. Breaux loved children and was a devoted teacher who touched the life of every student she taught. She retired after 30 years of dedicated service in Terrebonne parish. She was a faithful Catholic and was devoted to the Blessed Mother. She was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral . She loved to cook for her family and every meal "was a celebration of life". She was an amazing, loving, giving mother and grandmother; she enjoyed each moment spent with her family, especially during the Christmas season. Mrs. Breaux loved to read and write: her favorite quote was "Be yourself, Be what you speak, If you lead a good life, You will be God's praise". She was an inspiration to others and always had a smile and kind word for everyone. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 3, 2012 DUTHU, HOUSTON ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Houston Adam "Pee" Duthu, 72, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died at 1:14 p.m. Saturday, April 28, 2012. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houma, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Billiot Duthu; caring father of four sons, Timothy and wife, Tina, of Dulac, Ted and wife, Lydia, Christopher Sr. and wife, Gail, of Houma and Kurt and fiancee, Cathy Stripling, of Nacogdoches, Texas; one daughter, Elvira Duthu Duplantis and husband, Frankie of Houma; 11 grandchildren, Timothy Billiot and fiancee, Amber Bruce, Tilman Duthu and fiancee, Erica Wade, Trevor Duthu, Taylor Duthu, Ted Duthu Jr. and fiancee, Lindsey Cenac, Tangie Duthu, Christy Duthu Guempel and husband, Benjamin, Christopher "Dugan" Duthu Jr. and wife, Ashley, Chris "Chump" Duthu and fiancee, Sierra, Scott Duthu and companion, Irissa, and Franki Jo Duplantis; 11 great-grandchildren, Tristan Billiot, Trayce Billiot, Gamberly Duthu, Benjamin Guempel II, Isabella Guempel, Kyler Domangue, Chrislyn Duthu, Bryson Duthu, Colten Duthu, Liam Duthu and Coby Duthu; three sisters, Mae Smith, Libby Brunet and Rose Christen; and five brothers, Emile Duthu, C.J. Duthu, Raymond Duthu, Myron Duthu and Kevin Christen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Luke Duthu and Rosemary Fazzio Duthu; two brothers, Joseph "Joe" Duthu and infant brother Roland Duthu; three sisters, Rita Duthu Dion, Nora Duthu Fitch and infant sister, Beverly Duthu; and one granddaughter, Dana Duthu. He was employed as a tugboat captain for Callais & Son of Cut Off, worked for Terrebonne Council on Aging, and was a commercial fisherman. He was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and a Eucharistic minister. He was a loving caring husband, father and grandfather. Houston will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 2, 2012 GRAVOIS, JAMES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== James Maurice Gravois "Jimmy", 75, passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2012 surrounded by his loving family at the Carpenter House in Baton Rouge. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 2 p.m. today at the church, officiated by the Rev. Mark Toups. Interment will be in the church cemetery. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mrs. Geraldine "Deany" Williams Gravois; five daughters, Heidi McDonald and husband, Blake, Donna Sinclair and husband, Dr. Bill, Trudy Clement and husband, Chris, Ginger Gravois Webre, and Myra Pitts and husband, Bill; son, Jim Gravois Jr. and wife, Malissa; two sisters, Beverly Bond and husband, Charles, and Ruby Daigle and husband, Eddie "Mike"; 16 grandchildren, Ashley McDonald Raynal and husband, Stephan, Brett Gravois and wife, Melissa, Blake McDonald Jr., Ryan Gravois and wife, Natalie, Chase Gravois, Matthew Sinclair, Justin Sinclair, Nikki Clement, Connor Sinclair, Trent Clement, Hunter Webre, Henson Webre, Hailey Webre, James Gravois III, Logan Pitts and Brittany Pitts; two great-grandchildren Finn Raynal and Melanie Gravois; and also numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hilda Tauzin and Renè Louis Gravois; and stepmother, Edith Barrient Gravois. Pallbearers and altar servers will be his grandsons. He was a 1955 Graduate of Catholic High of Donaldsonville, a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 8906 of Thibodaux, a retired sugar cane farmer, entrepreneur, and a founding member of LA Health Care Group of Lafayette. Jimmy's favorite past time was cooking. He loved food and with Deany's help, they put together a cookbook called "Cajun Cookout". He catered fund raisers in Washington D.C. and throughout the United States for many Senators and Congressmen. He loved football and was a critic of bad plays. He also love to reminisce about his old high school days at C.H.S. of Donaldsonville. Memorial donations can be made to St. Joseph Hospice "The Carpenter House" of Baton Rouge and Cypress Springs Mercelarion Prayer Center of Baton Rouge. To sign and view the online guestbook please visit www.oursodonaldsonville.com. Ourso Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 2, 2012 GUIDRY, POLLY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Polly "Dunce" Guidry, 38, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died Thursday, April 26, 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. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial at Rogers Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her mother, Mae Jean Guidry; father, Calvin Paul Guidry Sr.; daughter, Colorado K. Guidry; two sons, Trett Paul Matherne and Brett Joseph Matherne; four sisters, Bernadine "Peggy" Fanguy, Berna "Granny" Fanguy, Mary "Poule" Guidry and Holly Guidry; brother, Paul "Tim Boy" Guidry; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Calvin "Bosco" Guidry Jr.; sister, Helen "Clotilde" Guidry; and grandparents, Adam and Felicie Guidry, and Wilsey Lodrigue and Helena Foret. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 2, 2012 HOTARD, LANI ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lani L. Hotard, 56, a native of Ohio and resident of Larose, died Saturday, April 28, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Christian Fellowship Church. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Dale Hotard; mother, Rose Coffey and stepfather, Daigle Coffey; daughters, Jody Clark and husband, Kendell Chiasson, Melissa "Missy" LeBlanc, Jani Rousse and husband, Troy, and Tifany Hotard; brothers, Rick Pollock and Robert Pollock Jr.; stepbrothers, John Coffey and Tom Coffey; and nine grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Pollock Sr. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 2, 2012 MARCEL GENEVIEVE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Genevieve Marie Theriot Marcel, 89, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 3:55 a.m. Monday, April 30, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Earl Joseph Marcel and wife, Jean Carolyn, and Ray John Marcel and wife, Judy; daughter, Janet Marcel; grandchildren, Randall Marcel, Gwen Davis, Amanda LeBlanc, James Marcel, Thomas Marcel, Karen Savoie, Sheri Constant, Susan Rogers, Stephen Marcel, Clint Pellegrin; 23 great- grandchildren; and sister, Dot Aucoin and husband, LeRoy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aaron Joseph Marcel; parents, Eddie Joseph Theriot and Eveline Ann Lirette Theriot; grandchild, Truitt Pellegrin; great-grandchild, Matthew Pellegrin; sisters, Rita and Rosemary Theriot; and brothers, Norris Theriot, Odon Theriot, Royce Theriot, Herbert Theriot and Eugene Theriot. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She worked for Tarc in the classroom with the children and as head cook for 13 years. The family would like to thank Hospice of South Louisiana and Terrebonne Home Care. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 2, 2012 TERREBONNE, ALPHONSE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Alphonse J. "Al" Terrebonne, 68, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Cut Off, died at 4:20 p.m. Sunday, April 29, 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 Cheramie Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Rose P. Terrebonne; son, Kearney Terrebonne; daughters, Adriane Plaisance and husband, Rickey, and Sherry Rivet and husband, Ty; daughter-in-law, Margaret Pitre Terrebonne; seven grandchildren, Casey Plaisance, Beau Chaterlain, Cade Rivet, Toby Terrebonne Jr., Kristen Rivet, Kloee Rivet, and Kolby; and great-grandchild, Kayd Plaisance. He was preceded in death by his sons, Ryan, Toby Sr., and Rhoddy Terrebonne; brothers, Jeffery and Tilman Terrebonne; and sisters, Nelma Cheramie and Telma Griffin. She was Catholic. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 2, 2012 TILLMAN, JOSEPH Joseph Tillman, 83, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the chapel, with burial to follow at Crescent Farms Cemetery in Houma. He is survived by five children, Leroy Tillman, Larry Tillman, Donald Tillman and Audrey Wright and Priscilla Tillman; sister-in-law, Buelah Bolt; and 18 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude R. Tillman; his parents, Johnny Tillman and Celena Harris Waller; son, Lloyd Tillman; daughter Ann Johnson; and brothers, Earl Tillman Sr., William Tillman, Eddie Tillman and Clarence Johnson. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 2, 2012 TRAHAN, JAYDIN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jaydin James Trahan, 1, a native and resident of Franklinton, died on Thursday, April 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Chapel in Raceland. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Mary's Nativity Cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Chelsea Lynn Trahan; father, Terry Paul Bergeron; grandparents, Oliver Henry Trahan Sr., Monica Babin Trahan, John Bergeron and Marlene Busey; half-brother, Chase Bergeron; and half-sister, Chasity Bergeron. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Cynthia Anne Adams Gros and Elvis Joseph Trahan Sr. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 1 to May 2, 2012 TRIGGS, LOUISE Louise Triggs, 93, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, April 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Paul Baptist Church at Lafourche Crossing. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the Young Men's Benevolent Cemetery at Lafourche Crossing. She is survived by her granddaughter; four sons, Lawrence (Geraldine) Triggs, Nolan (Mary) Triggs, and Ernest (Mary) Triggs, all of Thibodaux and Albert Triggs of Houma; and 21 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and 23 great- great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warner Triggs Sr.; parents, Henry and Ruther Kennedy; two sons, Warner Triggs Jr. and Roland Triggs; two daughters, Essie Mae Triggs Lee and Gloria Triggs Harry; three brothers, Herman Kennedy, Henderson Kennedy Sr. and Henry Gray; three sisters, Essie Jackson, Beatrice Parsley, and Prudy Jefferson; one granddaughter, Kathleen Triggs; and one grandson, Kerry Triggs. She was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 ANGELLE, WADE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Wade Angelle, 85, a native of Cecelia and resident of Larose, died Monday, April 30, 2012, after a long battle with lung cancer. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his son, Glenn M. Angelle and wife, Merry Lee Griffin Angelle; four grandchildren, Lisa A. Compeaux, Kelsie A. Levron, Chad Vega and David Vega; and nine great-grandchildren, Madison, Max, Hayden, Tucker, Jacob, Jonathan, Zachary, Josh and Eric. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arille and Marie Naquin Angelle; his wife, Mary Lou Artigue Angelle; daughter, Dianne Marie Angelle Vega; brothers, Odubert Angelle, Freddie Angelle, and his twin Wesley Angelle; and sister, Hazel Angelle Guidry. Mr. Wade was an avid fisherman and a lover of wood work projects. He has made rosaries, carvings of all kinds, toys, rocking chairs, baby cradles, you name it, he'd make it for you. After his wife's passing, he developed the art of cooking and became very fond of it and was nicknamed "The Gumbo King" by his family. Our loss is truly Heaven's gain! Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 DOMINIQUE, BARRY, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Barry "Cooney" Paul Dominique Sr., 54, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Gray, died Saturday, April 28, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with cremation following. Burial will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux at a later date. He is survived by his daughter, Katina Lynn Benoit and husband, Kevin; his companion, Mary Solet; mother, Mary Eva Bijeaux and companion, Chester Rousse; sons, Barry Paul Dominique Jr. and Willie Paul Dominique; daughters, Daphne Faith Dominique and Margaret Louise Dominique; brothers, Roland Dominique Jr., Robert Dominique and wife, Pamela, Ronald Dominique, and Joseph Dominique and wife, Vanessa; sisters, Rose Greenwood, Carol Abbott, and Ella Dupre and husband, Claude Jr.; and six grandchildren, one great-grandson and one godchild. He was preceded in death by his father, Roland Joseph Dominique Sr.; and brother-in-law, Bill Greenwood. He was employed with Insulations Technology in Houma. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 FOLSE, KEITH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Keith Dwayne Folse, 45, a native and resident of Raceland, died Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Morning Star Baptist Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial to follow at Brooklyn Lane Cemetery in Raceland. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Folse; his father, Rev. Russell Folse; mother- in-law, Victoria Gooch; father-in-law, Freddie Brooks; sons, Keith D. Folse Jr. and Ernest Boyd; daughters, Precious Folse and Pachante Folse; brothers, Michael (Albertha) Folse and LaDarrin Folse; sister, Connie Goosby; three sisters-in-law, Della Brooks, Lora Brooks and Nicole Brooks; and three brothers-in-law, Sylvester Brooks, Steven Brooks and Quinton Brooks. He was preceded in death by his mother, Estelle Folse; and his grandparents, Johnny and Lommie Boyd, and Octave Williams and Ida Folse. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 GAUTREAUX, WILTON, JR. Wilton Joseph Gautreaux Jr., 69, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, April 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houma. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Ann Gautreaux of Houma; son, Lee Anthony Gautreaux; two grandsons and one granddaughter; and sisters, Vickie Armstrong and Debra Dupre. He was preceded in death by his mother, Olive Helen Gautreaux; father, Wilton Joseph Gautreaux; and brother, Dale Gautreaux. He retired from Texaco after 32 years. In lieu of flowers, family would like donations be sent to the American Lung Association . Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 LAPEYROUSE, BARBARA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Barbara Jane Cunningham Lapeyrouse, 69, a native and resident of Houma, died Monday, April 30, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her loving companion, Ronnie Boudreaux; sons, Darrell Michael Lapeyrouse and wife, Donna, of Houma and Jerome Anthony Lapeyrouse and wife, Trisha, of Houma; daughter, Danita Lapeyrouse Dinger and husband, Eric of Houma; brother, Michael Cunningham and wife, Cynthia of Houma; grandchildren, Haley Lapeyrouse, Devin Lapeyrouse, Katelyn Lapeyrouse, Ericka Dinger, and Hannah Dinger; step-grandchildren, Austin Berggren and Evan Unbehagen; sisters- in-law, Linda Vega of Chauvin, June Trosclair of Larose and Claudette Lirette of Chauvin; and brother-in-law, Mark Lapeyrouse of Chauvin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Joseph Lapeyrouse; parents, Edward and Lily Allemand Cunningham; and step-grandchild, Andre Unbehagen. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was a former employee of South Central Bell and co-owner of L & L Towing. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend to all who knew her. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She was a caring and generous woman. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 LAWSON, RICHARD Richard Lawson, 83, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 4 a.m. Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Services were held at Chauvin Funeral Home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Jewel Stoker Lawson; daughter, Sherry Lynn Benoit; grandchildren, Amanda B. Paige, and Christopher R. Benoit; and great- grandchildren, Kate Paige and Michael Grant. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Emma Cevil Goodloe; brothers, James Lawson, Donald Lawson, Rex Lawson and Walter Max Lawson; and sister, Marquita Lawson Rickey. He worked for Union Oil for 43 years. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 LINCECUM, MICHELLE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Michelle Danee' Lincecum, 29, of Houma, was born April 4, 1983 and died Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at her home in Houston. She is survived by her parents, Terry and Lynelle Lincecum of Houma; brother, Jarad Lincecum of Houma; paternal grandparents, Jimmy and Iva Lincecum of Houma; and maternal grandmother, Lou Dupre of Houma. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Jerry Dupre. She was working as a registered dietician. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 MCPHERSON, DEBBIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Debbie Ann Stafford-McPherson, 53, a resident of Houma, died at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at Terrebonne General Medical Center. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Dularge Community Baptist Church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Donald McPherson of Houma; seven sons, Corey Douglas, John Matthews Jr., Jesmond Matthews, Desmond Matthews, Donald McPherson Jr., Darion McPherson and Dion Stafford all of Houma; six daughters, Albertina Stafford, Setrina Douglas, Kimberly Douglas-Willoughby, Jaynae Matthews, Jacquelyne Matthews, Lashawn Stafford-Davis all of Houma; three brothers, Eugene Stafford, Vincent Stafford and Benjamin Stafford Jr., all of Houma; one sister, Judy Stafford of Houma; and a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Albertina Stafford; a daughter, Andrea McPherson; and a brother, Warren Stafford. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City/Franklin/Jeanerette is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 SANTINY, ROBERT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Robert "Bobby" Santiny, 77, a native and resident of Grand Isle, died at 11:08 a.m. Monday, April 30, 2012. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church in Grand Isle. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the church. He is survived by his wife, Joan Crosby Santiny; sons, Shayne and Lance Santiny; daughters, Alma Hebert and Bambi LeBlanc; brother, Ray Santiny; and 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Agnes Guidry Santiny; daughter, Robbin Crosby; and sister, Flossie Adams. He was a lifetime member of Grand Isle Redfish Rodeo, Grand Isle American Legion Post 309, vice-president of Grand Isle Levee Board, past president of Grand Isle Fire Department, and bird watcher. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 SMITH, MYRTIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Myrtis Lucas Smith, 87, died Friday, April 20, 2012 in Nashville, Tenn. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John's Episcopal Church. Myrtis is survived by her daughters, Susan Everett Alinger of Houston, and Lisa Jim Littlejohn of Nashville; son, David Lucas of Washington, D.C.; grandchildren, Melissa Josh Hopper, Robert Patrice Alinger, Julia Mark Champion, Anne Littlejohn, Lucas Littlejohn and Margo Smith; great- grandchildren, Camden Hopper and Quinn Hopper; Joe's children, Mona Smith, and Bryan Ann Smith; and siblings, Ouida Folse of Raceland, Vera Wallis of Norway, Donald Folse of Baton Rouge, Cecilia Barrilleaux of Houma, L.J. Folse of Houma and Kenneth Folse of Raceland. She was born on March 17, 1925 in Raceland, to Celine and Leandre Folse. Myrtis graduated from Raceland High School in 1942. After high school, she attended the Hotel Dieu School of Nursing in New Orleans, where she graduated in 1946. Shortly afterward, Myrtis applied to be a flight attendant with Eastern Airlines and relocated to New York City. Myrtis had the honor of working presidential flights, including a 1947 trip to Florida with President Harry S. Truman to dedicate the Everglades National Park. In addition to working at Eastern, Myrtis was a nurse at Columbia Presbyterian Hosptial, where she met her first husband, Dr. Boyd Vance Lucas. Myrtis and Vance married in New York on Aug. 18, 1951, and relocated to Tulsa. They had three children, Susan Vanessa Lucas, Lisa Ann Lucas and David Vance Lucas. Vance died on April 9, 1982, after 30 years of marriage. Several years later, Myrtis married Joe Wesley Smith on Sept. 17, 1988. they enjoyed a 19 year marriage. Joe died on Dec. 11, 2007. Myrtis was an active member of many organizations in Tulsa, including St. John's Episcopal Church, Philbrook Museum of Art, Up With Trees, Tulsa Town Hall, Tulsa Philharmonic, Tulsa Ballet, The Guild of Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Medical Auxiliary, and the mentoring program of Tulsa Public Schools. She relocated to Nashville, Tenn. in 2010 to be closer to family. Myrtis was generous in spirit and deed, and loved nothing more than adventure and travel. She loved her family and will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, the family requests remembrances be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, Up With Trees, Philbrook Museum of Art, or a charity of your choice. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 2 to May 3, 2012 WINDWEHEN, PERRY, SR. Perry Max Windwehen Sr., a native of Gonzales and resident of Houma, died Thursday, April 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gonzales, Texas at a later date. He is survived by his son, Perry Max Windwehen Jr. of Houma; his mother, Eva Gail Bonvillain of Houma; sons, Madison Edgar Earl Windwehen and Raign Hebert; brothers, David Windwehen, Jimmy Windwehen and Shane Windwehen; sisters, Bridget Bergeron and Lisa Windwehen; grandson, Jasper Windwehan; and granddaughter, Rosalie Ledet. He was preceded in death by his father, Edgar Earl Windwehen; and stepfather, Lawrence Bonvillain. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated for funeral services. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 3 to May 4, 2012 EZELL, ANNIE Annie Katherine Ezell, 71, a native of Chicora, Miss. and resident of Houma, died at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. She is survived by her sons, Michael Ezell and companion, Synde Devillier, of Houma, Robert Ezell Sr. and wife, Dawn Aucoin Ezell, of Chauvin, Donald Ezell and wife, Monica, and Christo Ezell of Church Point; daughter, Tanya Ezell Parfait and husband, Raymond of Houma; grandchildren, Tiffany Ezell Trahan and husband, Lance Trahan, Robert Ezell Jr. and wife, Kayla Boudreaux Ezell, Brian Ezell and wife, Raquel Leblanc Ezell, Amy Ezell, Cullen Ezell, Calee Ezell, Brittany Parfait, Steven Parfait, and Kaleb Parfait; step-grandchildren, Cee Jae' Richard and Alex Richard; great-grandchildren, McKenzie Ezell, Alison Ezell and Mason Ezell; step-great-grandchildren, Mary Trahan, Lance Ricker and Ashley Trahan; brother, Johnny L. Ezell and wife, Bonnie, Don Ezell and wife, Julia, and Houston W. Ezell Sr. and wife, Angela; sisters, Dorothy E. Bascle, and Carolyn "Cissie" Fryer and husband, Johnny; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends from Prospect Casino. She was preceded in death by her parents, Monroe Lemar Ezell Sr. and Annie Mae Givens Ezell; and brothers, James M. Ezell Sr. and Curtis E. Ezell. She was employed at Prospect Casino. She enjoyed cooking holiday meals and spending time with her family and friends. She worked at Prospect Casino where she enjoyed and became friends with many people. Known to by many people as "Ms. Kat" or "Mi-Mi", she will be missed greatly. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society . Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 3 to May 5, 2012 HENRY, GWEN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gwen Orgeron Henry of Thibodaux, passed away on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. She was a loving mother, a proud grandmother and a devoted friend. A memorial visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. A memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial held at a later date. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Tiffany Galliano Papa; son-in-law, Randy James Papa; cherished granddaughter, Demi Marie Papa; step-granddaughter, Skyler Papa; additionally her brother, Randy Tingstrom, Denise Tingstrom; her niece and nephew, Jessica and Daniel Tingstrom; as well as scores of loving friends. Gwen was preceded in death by her father, Hugh Tingstrom; and her mother, Elfreida Moulliet Tingstrom. Gwen was born in New Orleans, where she graduated from Berman High School. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Thibodaux. It is most fitting that she enters into the kingdom of God during the month of May as her devotion to the Virgin Mary and her faith in God were central to her life. Gwen always made others feel comfortable with her warm smile and her melodic laughter. She was a self-reflective woman and an eloquent writer. She always took the time to share her personal thoughts and discoveries with her daughter, son-in-law, granddaughters, and friends through e-mails and letters. These mementos of her life are now cherished treasures. Whether they were eating out a Flanagan's or sitting spellbound at a Celine Dion concert, Gwen relished the time spent with Tiffany and was quick to tell others of the great love and pride she held in her heart for her beloved daughter. During Demi's formative years, Demi and Gwen spent countless hours together after school and bonding during weekend sleepovers. Gwen took great joy in shaping Demi into the beautiful young woman that she is today and enjoyed spending time with Skyler as well. Gwen found it very easy to relate to her son-in-law, Randy with whom she had a very close relationship. Gwen loved Randy and embraced him as her own son. Gwen was blessed with many rich friendships but it was her closest group of friends who brought her the greatest comfort and joy throughout the journey of life. These women made an indelible imprint upon each other and shared in all of life's little miracles. Gwen graced this earth with her beautiful spirit. She will be fondly remembered and dearly missed. "I pray you'll be our eyes, and watch us where we go. And help us to be wise in times when we don't know Let this be our prayer, when we lose our way Lead us to the place, guide us with your grace To a place where we'll be safe." The Prayer by Celine Dion In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to St. Thomas Aquinas Church, NSU Box 2051, Thibodaux, LA or St. Joseph Church, Thibodaux, LA. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 3 to May 4, 2012 LINER, HARRIET Harriet LeBouef Liner, 74, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her daughters, Ann Liner Mancinelli, Dora Liner, Brenda Liner, Mary Liner Sapia and Jane Liner; sisters, Carmen Bonvillian and Eleanor Trahan; brother, Claude LeBouef; and 17 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adam A. Liner; daughter, Mona Liner; son, Chris Liner; father, Irvy Edwin LeBouef; mother, Ruby Robichaux LeBouef; sisters, Virginia LeBouef Dehart and Antoinettie LeBouef LeBlanc; and brother, Raymond P. LeBouef. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 3 to May 4, 2012 MARCEL, LLOYD, JR. Lloyd Joseph Marcel Jr., 57, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Visitation will be from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. He is survived by his companion, Elissa Verdin; father, Lloyd Marcel Sr.; sons, Philip Marcel and Lloyd Joseph Porche; daughters, Crystal Johnson, Casie Marcel and Chalane Porche; stepsons, Kelly Pellegrin, Joey Sevin, Jeffrey Naquin and Victor Verdin; stepdaughters, Carrie Fortenberry, Melena Dupre and Raymona Falcon; sister, Arlene Naquin and husband, Tommy; brothers, Bryant Marcel and Matthew Marcel; and 10 grandchildren, 13 step-grandchildren and one great- grandchild. He was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Cantrelle; sister, Debra Marcel; grandparents, Effie and Abel Cantrelle, and Nolan and Lucille Marcel. He was a member of the Houma HOG Chapter. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 3 to May 5, 2012 MARCELLO, GLORIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gloria Rita Daigle Marcello, 87, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, went to her eternal rest on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at the Cathedral of St. Francis de Sales. Mass will be held at noon Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Ray S. Marcello Sr.; daughters, Bernadette Babin and husband, Danny, Martha Boudreaux and husband, Dwight, and Ursula Breaux; son, Sal Marcello and wife, Beth; brother, Milton Daigle and wife, Beverly; grandchildren, Melissa Babin, Jeffrey Boudreaux and wife, Rebecca, Lauren Andrews and husband, Adam, Natalie Rivera and husband, Todd, Christopher Breaux and wife, Kristi, Matthew Marcello, and Catherine Marcello; great-grandchildren, Taylor Riche', Charlotte, and William Boudreaux, Julia Rivera and Patrick Andrews; and many special nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frederick J. Daigle and Priscilla B. Daigle; brothers, Fred Daigle and Warren Daigle; sisters, Virgie Junot, Dorothy George, Arlette Toups, Mae Thibodeaux and Thelma Davidson; son-in-law, Ricky Breaux; grandson, Jacob Lee Marcello; and in-laws, Lucas and Archangel Marcello. Gloria was a parishioner of the Cathedral of St. Francis de Sales. She was a registered nurse and graduate of Hotel Dieu School of Nursing in New Orleans. She nursed at Ellender's Hospital and Maison de Ville Nursing Home. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her greatest joy and love were her family, especially her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. The family would like to thank her loving care-givers, Vera and Barbara; the staff of Amedisys; Haydel Memorial Hospice Staff; Dr. Dickie Haydel and the Haydel Medical Clinic, Doctors and Staff, Terrebonne General CCU Unit and the third-floor staff. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Francis de Sales School, Vandebilt Catholic High School or E.D. White Catholic High School. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 3 to May 5, 2012 MOSELY, FREDDIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rev. Dr. Freddie Lee Mosely, 63, a resident of Houma and native of New Orleans, died Friday, April 27, 2012 at Terrebone General Hospital in Houma. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Bell Baptist Church, La.1 in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in St. James Cemetery. Rev. Dr. Mosely is suvived by his wife, Michelle Mitchell of Houma; his mother, Elvina Mosely of Houma; four sons, Calvin Mosely of Gibson, Freddie Mosely Jr. of Lake Charles, Stephen Mosely and Joshua Mosely both of Houma; three daughters, Bretlan Warrell of New Orleans, Stephanie Mosely and Deannea Mosely of Houma; a sister, Doreen Mosely Francis of Patterson; and seven grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Theolopus Mosely; and three brothers and three sisters. Rev. Dr. Mosely received a Bachelors Degree from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux and Doctoral Degree in Theology from Christian Bible College in Baton Rouge. He was an instructor at the Christian Bible College in Houma, and employed at the Department of Interior for 32 years, Federal Inspector for the Gulf of Mexico Region. He was also known as "Shut Them Down Freddie" or "Shut In Freddie". Rev. Dr. Mosely was also an Assistant Pastor at New St. Matthews Baptist Church in Matthews. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City/Franklin/Jeanerette is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 3 to May 4, 2012 ZERINGUE, PATRICIA Patricia Ann Babin Zeringue, 77, a native and resident of Houma, died at 11:32 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, David Zeringue Sr.; son, David Zeringue Jr. and companion, DeAnn Motter; daughter, Lee Ann Bourque and husband, Herman Bourque Jr; grandchildren, Brandi Andrews and husband, Russell Andrews, Brittany Zeringue, Shelby Bourque, Paige Bourque and Meagan Bourque; great-grandchildren, Braden Andrews, Emma Andrews and Maddison Pellegrin; and brothers, Leo Babin and Jerome Babin. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo Paul Babin and Mae Francis Doiron Babin. She was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic School. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 5, 2012 BELANGER, ALICE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Alice Ann Belanger, 49, a native and resident of Houma, died at 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Gregory Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. She is survived by six brothers, Roland Jr., Harlan F., John H. and wife, Nancy, Van P. and wife, Jeanie, Louis J. and wife, Dana, and Mark E. and wife, Denise Belanger; four sisters, Claire Belanger, Jean Landry and husband, Glenn, Henrietta Millet and husband, Danny, and Aggie Clark and husband, Eddie; her nieces, Sherri B. Hernandez, Cecily C. Belanger, Summer L. Theriot, Kelly T. Guidry, Laura C. Bergeron, Stacey C. Guidry, Sarah C. Foman, Christie B. Miller, Heather B. Hawkins, Frances B. Salinas and Andre' M. Belanger; nephews, Nicholas Belanger, Daniel Millet Jr., Adam Millet, J. Peter Millet III, William E. Clark Jr. and Roland J. Belanger III; and nine great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roland J. and Claire Boudreaux Belanger; and nephews, Harlan Belanger Jr. and Glenn Landry Jr. She was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 5, 2012 BOURGEOIS, GLADYS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Gladys Hartman Bourgeois, 84, a native of New Orleans and resident of Raceland, died Wednesday, May 2, 2012 in Lockport. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by five sons, Ronald J. Bourgeois and wife, Gwyn, Rodney J. Bourgeois and wife, Connie, Phillip G. Bourgeois, James "Jim" Bourgeois and wife, Diane, and Deacon Brent P. Bourgeois and wife, Anita; brother, Alcide "Brother" Hartman Jr.; two sisters, Mae Duet and Nell Gaudet; and 15 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and two great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tillman J. Bourgeois; her parents, Alcide Hartman and Alida Barbier Hartman; two brothers, Albert Hartman and Hughie Hartman; and four sisters, Anne David, Fannie Orgeron, Elsie Hartman and Leola Breaux. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church, The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, and the Raceland Senior Citizens Club. Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 5, 2012 CHAISSON, BRENDA Brenda Ann LeBouef Chaisson, 52, a native of Chauvin and resident of Houma, passed peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones on Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the church, with interment in Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Eddie Paul Chaisson; daughter, Leddie Marie Chaisson Rodrigue and husband, Calvin Rodrigue Jr. of Chauvin; granddaughters, Mackenzie Jean and Ava Azeline; brothers, John D. LeBouef Sr. and wife, Patricia, of Houma, Nicholas T. LeBouef and wife, Dawn, of Chauvin and Willard P. LeBouef Jr. of Houma; sister, Tabitha L. Robichaux and husband, Mark of Bourg; and numerous nieces and nephews; She was preceded in death by her parents, Willard Paul LeBouef Sr. and Genevieve Leonard LeBouef; and brother, Anthony A. LeBouef. She was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. Brenda had a beautiful heart and touched the lives of many. She may have had only one child but was an inspiration to many. She was a teacher at Upper Little Caillou Elementary School for 11 years. She was a dedicated teacher that will be remembered by many for years to come. She was a devout Catholic, a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be dearly missed by her family, friends and co-workers. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Joseph's Hospice. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 6, 2012 CRUM, JOHN, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== John Mitchell Crum Jr., 66, a resident of LaPlace and former resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, May 2, 2012 after a brief illness. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Patricia "Pat" Peltier Crum; children, John H. "Jay" Crum, Meredith Crum and Rachel Crum; siblings, Joanne Crum and James "Jim" Crum and wife, Linda; in-laws, mother- Mrs. Harvey "Mickey" Peltier Jr., brother- Harvey "Drew" Peltier III and wife, Linda, and sister- Mary Ellen Peltier; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John M. Crum Sr. and Jerry Hughes Crum. He was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed life to the fullest. He was a retired District Attorney and was the First District Attorney of the 40th Judicial District of St. John the Baptist Parish where he served as DA from 1983 until 2009. Prior to becoming a district attorney Mr. Crum worked as Chief assistant for 29th District in St. Charles Parish. Mr. Crum was a 1963 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He was also a graduate of LSU and LSU Law School. He was also a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the American Cancer Society . American Cancer Society , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK, 73123- 1718. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 6, 2012 CUNEO, RUBY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ruby Marie Cuneo, 91, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 6:10 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Errol John Cuneo and wife, Rose of Chauvin; daughter, Evelyn Cuneo Holmes of Houma; brothers, Norman Boudreaux of Chauvin and Philip Boueaux of Bourg; grandchildren, Rhonda Tamberella and husband, Glenn, Julie Cuneo, Andrew Cuneo, John Anthony Cuneo, Mark Holmes and wife, Becky, and Kenneth "Kenny" Holmes Jr. and wife, Susan; great-grandchildren, Grant and Nicholas Tamberella, Tyler Bourque, and Lucas Fanguy, Erica Holmes Roberts, Jonathan and Taylor Holmes; and great-great-grandchild, Eli Roberts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lucius Cuneo; parents, Louis Boudreaux and Lorita Boudreaux; brother, Claude Boudreaux; and sisters, Rita Boudreaux Dubois and Malvina Boudreaux. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. The family would like to thank Dr. Dickie Haydel, and The Oaks of Houma for their dedication and time. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 5, 2012 FOGLESONG, AMBER LYNN Amber Lynn Foglesong, 27, a native of Des Allemands and resident of Sulphur, died Wednesday, May 2, 2012 as a result of an automobile accident. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Gertrude Cemetery in Des Allemands. She is survived by her parents, Craig Foglesong and Sue Daigle Foglesong; son, Peyton J. Sumrall; brother, Craig "Allen" Foglesong; paternal grandparents, Victor and Jeane Foglesong; companion, Paul Falcon; and ex-husband, Mitch Sumrall. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, James and Bertha Daigle. Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 7, 2012 GHIRARDI, CONNIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Connie Thibodeaux Ghirardi, 47, passed peacefully at 12:14 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her husband, Kevin Ghirardi; daughter, Samantha Bland; mother, Carolyn LeBlanc Thibodeaux; brother, Lonnie Thibodeaux and wife, Regina and children, Kaitlyn, Kyler and Landon; sister, Monica Thibodeaux Rousse and husband, Daryl and children, Hannah and Madison; mother and father-in-law, Debbie and Rene Ghirardi and sons, Michael Roper, Patrick Ghirardi and DeAnne Clark; mother-in-law, Diane Carline Bridges; sister-in-law, Gina Ghirardi Wier and husband, Allan and children, Diana and Jake Wier; and extended family, Deron, Leslie, and Duncan Bland. She was preceded in death by her father, Roland Joseph Thibodeaux; and grandparents, Ivy and Audrey LeBlanc, and Andrew and Edna Thibodeaux. She was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. She spent 20 years in local banking, but most rewarding were the last 10 years of her life, which were spent teaching at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral School. The family wishes to thank everyone who cared for Connie during her illness, including physicians, nurses, aides, therapists and all those who touched her life, and especially Rose and Errol Cuneo. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Francis de Sales Cathedral School. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 5, 2012 HARRIS, BARBARA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Barbara Jean Harris, 48, a native and resident of Raceland, died Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Visitation will from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at New Vision Christian Community Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at New Vision, with burial to follow at Young Ladies Benevolent Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by her father, Willie Harris Sr.; one son, Gerard Harris; two daughters, Wanda Harris and Angela Harris; four sisters, Carolyn (Nolan Thomas) Harris; Brenda (Wilford Gray) Harris, Doris Harris and Linda Harris; three brothers, Willie (Karen) Harris Jr., Lionel (Darlene Jackson) Harris, and Bernell Harris; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mildred Harris. She was a member of New Vision Christian Community Church. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 5, 2012 ROBERTSON, HERBERT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Herbert Dale Robertson, 49, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Gibson, died Friday, April 27, 2012. Visitation will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday at Moses Baptist Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial to follow at Moses Baptist Church Cemetery No. 1. He is survived by his son, Jordan Jacquot; one daughter, Taraneka Brooks; four brothers, Clarence Robertson Jr., Edward Robertson, Aaron Robertson and Donald Robertson; and five sisters, Betty Ann Robertson, Evelyn Robertson, Dianne Robertson, Earline Robertson and Michelle Robertson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Robertson Sr. and Robertha Mae Robertson; and two sisters, Delores Mae Scott and Sheila Brown. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 4 to May 5, 2012 YOUNG, EARL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Earl "Big Man" Collins Young, 78, a native of St. James and resident of Donaldsonville, died Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at Prevost Memorial Hospital in Donaldsonville. Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 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 at Protestant Cemetery in Donaldsonville. He is survived by his wife, Ida Lee Brown Young of Donaldsonville; three daughters, Sylvia Harthorn of New Orleans, Angela Marie Dunn and Latoya Young all of Donaldsonville; five sons, Larry Thomas of New Orleans, Kevin Thomas of Houston, Charles Dunn Jr., Darrell and Travis Dunn all of Donaldsonville; and 26 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Penniscola Young and Alma Dennis; and son, Dwayne Dunn. He was a retired longshoreman. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 5 to May 6, 2012 BERGERON, FLORENCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Florence May Bergeron, 56, a native of Bayou Gauche and resident of Gray, died Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with burial at Philip Howell Cemetery in Hammond. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Jefferson Griffith; sons, Allen J Bergeron Jr., Brandon P. Bergeron, Tobe J. Bergeron and Logan James Bergeron; daughters, Tonya M. Griffith and Natasha N. Griffith; brothers, Daniel Matherne, Gayle Matherne, Richard Matherne, Darriel Matherne, Bryan Matherne and Thilman Matherne Jr.; sister, Joyce Dean; and six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lucille C. Matherne; father, Thilman Matherne Sr.; and brother, Lee Matherne. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 5 to May 6, 2012 DUPRE, NEAL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Neal John Dupre, 41, a native and resident of Chauvin, died Thursday, May 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Manuel John Dupre and Charlotte Neil Dupre; daughter, Jenna Dupre and companion, Tyler Martin; sister, Penny Chauvin and husband, Peter; brother, Tracy Dupre and wife, Lisa; nephews, Tait, Brody, and Dustin Dupre and wife, Mandy; great niece, Lydia Dupre; and great nephew, Holden Dupre. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Luby and May Neil, and Eddie and Claudia Dupre. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He was employed by ThomaSea Shipbuilders. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 5 to May 6, 2012 LEBLANC, MILDRED ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mildred "Millie" B. Leblanc, 83, a native of White Castle and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, May 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday at the church, with interment to follow in the church cemetery.. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Irvin Leblanc; son, Samuel "Sam" Leblanc and wife, Debra; daughters, Gwen Leblanc, and Patricia Campo and husband, Wayne; sisters, Wilma Medine, Ella Guilfou, Mary Lovell and Doris Cowan; grandchildren, Ronnie Chamberlain Jr., Cherie Campo Harvey and husband, Joseph, Clint Campo and wife, Amy Borne Campo, Lahnea Moschello and husband, J.R., Elizabeth Leblanc, and Chase Campo; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Boudreaux and Edna Landry Boudreaux. Landry's Funeral Home of Labadieville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 5 to May 6, 2012 PLAISANCE, MARK ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mark G. Plaisance, 54, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 2:40 p.m. Thursday, May 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. He is survived by his companion, Kim Callais; father, Gillis Plaisance; brother, James Plaisance; brother-in-law, Donald Terrebonne Sr.; three sisters, Rebecca Plaisance, Yvette Plaisance and Ann Plaisance; grandchild, Brance Duhon; and godchild, Beth Duplantis. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ione P. Plaisance; and sister, Robin P. Terrebonne. He was a crew boat captain for 30 plus years and a member of Houma Hog Chapter. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and loved spending time with family, friends and his beloved dog, Marley. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 6 to May 8, 2012 BILLIOT, LINDA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Linda F. Galley Billiot, 94, a native and resident of Montegut, died at 7:05 a.m. Thursday, May 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Montegut. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by seven sons, Eugene and wife, Mary, Darel and wife, Rose, Leroy and companion, Evelyn, Harold and wife, Vickie, Steve and wife, Connie, Charles and wife, Lena, and Leroy Jr. and wife, Robin Billiot; four daughters, Jenerie Prochaska, Verda Landry, Daisy Culberton and friend, Jimmy, and Elsie Prosperie and husband, Claude; two sisters, Betty Dela Oliva and Dorothy Howard; and 35 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren and six great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jackson Billiot; parents, Homer and Jean Rodrigue Galley; son, Aubry Billiot; great-granddaughter, Alexandra Blaisdell; brothers, Harry, Claude, Norris, Peter, and Norman Galley; and sisters, Irene Molinere and Rita Hebert. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family are preferred for funeral expenses. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 6 to May 8, 2012 CAPPS, NANCY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Nancy Toups Capps, 66, a native and resident of Houma, died Friday, May 4, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Bayou Blue Assemble of God in Houma. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray. She is survived by her fiance, Bradley Pierron of Houma; mother, Lucy Chatagnier Toups St. Romain; son, Wesley Capps; daughters, Jody Capps and companion, Bart, and Tina Capps and Eric; brothers, John Toups, Richard Toups and Russell Toups; sisters, Nellie Toups Brasher, Bonnie Toups, Katie Toups Parisean and Rachael Toups Roussell; aunt, Audrey Chatagnier; and special friend, Antoinette Carlos. She was preceded in death by her father, Anthony George Toups; stepfather, Ernest St. Romain; nephew, Kenneth Theriot Jr.; niece, Shannon Toups; grandchildren, Georgie, Shae, Dusty, Chaims, Stacey, Weston, and Summer; and great-grandchildren, Anthony, Julian, Kaylie and Kylie. She was a member of Bayou Blue Assemble of God Church in Houma. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, taking trips and helping people. She was a certified nursing assistant. We would like to thank Haydel Hospice, Bayou Homecare and Ochsner Hospital. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 6 to May 8, 2012 HEBERT, IVY Ivy Anthony Hebert Sr., 92, a native and resident of Chauvin, died Thursday, May 3, 2012. Visitation will from 1 p.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Mass will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.. He is survived by his former wife and mother of his children, Lois Chauvin Crochet; daughter, Evelyn H. LeBoeuf and companion, Leroy Billiot; sons, Ivy A. Hebert Jr. and wife, Shirley, Robert Hebert and wife, Marlene, and Errol Hebert and wife, Janet; daughter-in-law, Janice Hebert; stepchildren, Lucille D. Shadell, Yvonne Tranhan and Iona D. Gray; brothers, Henry "Pinky" Hebert, Wallace "Chickie" Hebert, Aaron Hebert, Reis Hebert, Amos Hebert, Peter "Pete" Hebert; sister, Clara H. Neil; grandchildren, Myra, Craig, Denise, Johnathan, Grant, Kim, Ryan, Travis, Sunshine, Brandon and Heather; and great- grandchildren, Joshua, Brittany, Jacob, Madison, Olivia, Preston, Nyla, Dylan Michael, Whitney, Blake, Dylan Kyle, Raegan, and Dylan Lee Lawless. He was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes Loupe Hebert; mother, Julienne Duplantis Hebert; father, Henry Hebert; son, Kenneth Hebert; one infant daughter; grandchildren, Todd Hebert, Curtis Hebert and Garret LeBoeuf; great- grandchild, Braydon Hebert; stepson, Marvin Dupre; brothers, William Hebert, Walter Heert, Russell "Coco" Hebert, Maurice Hebert and Junius "Bud" Hebert; and sisters, Frances Hebert and Lois H. Crochet. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. His hobbies were building swings and furniture, and gardening. He ran tug boats for Cenac Towing Co. and a boat builder with Quality Shipyards. He was loved by all who knew him. He was a kind and giving person, devoted to his family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. His family would like to thank Dr. Russel Henry and his nursing staff for their diligence in his treatment and care. Dr. Gamble and nurses, especially BJ for their compassion and Heritage Manor for keeping his final days as comfortable as possible. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 6 to May 8, 2012 SANCHEZ, NELSON Nelson Joseph Sanchez, 85, native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Choctaw, died Saturday May 5, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. James Chapel in Choctaw, with Mass to follow at 11 a.m. He is survived by his son, Jody Adam Sanchez; daughters, Deanna Evans and Shannah Sanchez; brothers, Bob Sanchez and Clifton Sanchez; sisters, Gertie Hebert, Jeanne Gautreaux and Nancy Pitre; stepchildren, Darlene Tabor, Cheryl Adams and Charlene Cortez; and eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his second wife, Lena T. Sanchez; first wife, Verina Sanchez; brothers, William Sanchez and Theophile Sanchez; and grandson Chad Becnel. He was a Sergeant of the 20th Infantry Regiment 6th division from July 25, 1944 to Dec. 31, 1946 in World War II. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 6 to May 8, 2012 STILTNER, LINDA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Linda Ann Witt Stiltner, 65, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday May 3, 2012. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to service time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by her daughters, Bridget Stiltner of Houma and husband, Patrick Tague of New Orleans, and Stephanie Stiltner of Houma; and sister, Bonnie Jones and husband, Jay. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Darryl Stiltner; parents Enoch Henry Witt and Marion Clement Witt; brother John Witt; and sister, Joannie Witt. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 6 to May 8, 2012 VERRETTE, USIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Usie Paul Verrette, 79, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 8:37 a.m. Friday, May 4, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Mausoleum. He is survived by his wife, Ediana Billiot Verrette; son, Durrelle and wife, Elizabeth C. Verrette; brother-in-law, Russell Guilliot; sister-in-law, Antoinette Carlos; grandson, Devin Verrette; granddaughter, Sarah Naquin; great-granddaughter, Danielle Watson; and brother, Acklen Verrette. He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius and Nolia Dean Verrette; son, Lionel Verrette; niece, Orelia Bardwell; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Jimmy and Rosalie F. Billiot; brother, Julius Verrette Jr.; brothers-in-law, Roy Halford, Emile Billiot and Bob Carlos; and two sisters, Brunella Guilliot and Mary Halford. He was a parishioner of Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 6 to May 8, 2012 WILCOX, MARTHA Martha Mehalik Wilcox, 53, a native of Schriever and resident of North Augusta, S.C., died Wednesday, May 2, 2012, after an 11 year battle with cancer. Service arrangements are pending. She is survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Carl Wilcox; and her parents, Thomas and Claire Moreau Mehalik. She was a graduate of Nicholls State University with a bachelors in geology, and a bachelors and masters in computer science from University of Texas in Tyler, Texas. She was a lifetime member of Sigma Sigma Sigma. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 7 to May 8, 2012 CELESTIN, CONNIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Connie Ann Celestin, 54, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Community Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the chapel. She is survived by her parents, Jonathan and Betty Celestin Jr.; stepfather, Roy F. Norman; sons, Calvin, Alcurtis, and Markee Celestin; daughters, Cassaundria and husband, Lane Celestin, and Lynetta Celestine; brothers, Rev. Augustus and wife, Aquiana Brown Jr., Barney Celestin Sr., Mark Isaac and wife, Tremella Celestin, Sylvester Celestin, Jay Wayne and wife, Kathy Celestin, and Kevin and wife, Michele Celestin; sister, Minister Ora Mae Celestin; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ora Mae Bonvillain. She was a member of More of God Bibleway Deliverance Tabernacle of Childerburg, Ala. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 7 to May 8, 2012 DOUGLAS, DAWN Dawn Douglas, 33, a resident of Houma, died at 2:40 p.m. Sunday, May 6, 2012. The Jones Funeral Home, Inc. of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements, which are incomplete at this time. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 7 to May 8, 2012 DUCKETT, CLARENCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Clarence Duckett Sr., 76, died Tuesday, May 2, 2012 in Houston. A graveside service with Military Honors will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Fort Sill National Cemetery in Elgin, Okla. He is survived by four sons, Clarence Jr., Jeffery, Leslie and Fredrick Duckett; two daughters, Debra D. Antione and Astrid D. Manns; an ex-wife, Louise Barrow Duckett; one brother, Joseph Wilson; one sister, Shirley T. Christmas; and 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bobbie P. Duckett; his parents, Oscar Duckett and Sarah Mackey; sister, Ruby Dudley; and brother, Charles Wilson. He retired from the U.S. Army after serving 25 years as a Chief Warrant Officer. Services are provided by Lawton Ritter Gray Funeral Home in Elgin, Oka. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 7 to May 8, 2012 GOLSON, CHARLES Charles Davis Golson, 85, a native of Sterling, Va. was born May 1, 1927 in West Monroe and died peacefully on his birthday, Tuesday, May 1, 2012 in Leesburg, Va., with his wife and children by his side. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 300 McMillian Road in West Monroe. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with interment at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, where the Golson family will be together once again. Peace in the valley.... Mr. Golson is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Irene Brohm Golson of Sterling, Va.; son, Charles Davis Golson Jr. and wife, Connie, and their children, Charles D. Golson III, Cyndi Marie Golson, Conor Nolan Golson, all of Austin, Texas; daughter, Elizabeth Golson Combs of Sterling, Va. and her daughter, Carleigh Elizabeth Combs; brother, Almer "Glenn" Golson and wife, Janet of Cadeville; sister, Nancy Marie Aswell of West Monroe; four stepchildren, Stuart W. Brohm Jr. of Sterling, Va., Frances B. Monroe of Lake Hills, Texas, Catherine B. James of New Port Richey, Fla., and Christine B. Williams of Mary Esther, Fla.; and a host of other nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, Almer Davis and Mattie Ethel Wilder Golson; and his childhood friend, Carol Virginia Golson. To send condolences please visit www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com. Mulhearn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 7 to May 8, 2012 GUIDRY, MARJORIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Marjorie Marie Thibodaux Guidry, 90, a native of Grand Caillou and resident of Houma, died at 8:02 p.m. Saturday, May 5, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her sons, John McMeel, Frank Benoit and wife, Connie Stutzman Benoit, and Walton Benoit; stepsons, Tommy Guidry and wife, Brenda Landry Guidry, and Jack Guidry and wife, Janine Jackson Guidry; stepdaughters, Mary Ellen Guidry DuPont and husband, Albert, Claire Ann Guidry Barker and husband, Robert, and Angie Guidry Gautreaux and husband, Todd; and 16 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Charles McMeel, Joseph A. Benoit, and Percy Guidry; parents, Alfred and Bertha Fanguy Thibodaux; brothers, Charles Thibodaux and Walton Thibodaux; sisters, Clarice Thibodaux and Evette Moosa; and daughter-in-law, Margie McMeel. She was a parishioner of St Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary. She was a graduate of St. Francis De Sales class of 1939. She enjoyed music, dancing, playing cards, trips to the casino, reading and crossword puzzles. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 7 to May 8, 2012 PAYNE, LYLE, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lyle L. Payne Jr., 83, of Knoxville, died Thursday, May 3, 2012 at the North Knoxville Medical Center, after a brief illness. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Lyle is survived by his wife of 60 years, Nancye C. Payne; son, Robert B. Payne and wife, Karen; daughter, Carol Payne Smith; grandson, Keith Smith and wife, Pam; granddaughters, Bridgette Payne and Jill Norton; and great-grandchildren, Hayden, Hunter, Andrew, and Nicole. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle and Bernice Payne. He grew up in Houston graduated from Texas A&M, and served in the Korean War as a 1st Lieutenant in the Army. Lyle was in the oil industry for more than 30 years, and was co-owner of the Crystal Vase, in Houma, for 25 years. Arrangements by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. www.rosemortuary.com. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 7 to May 8, 2012 PORCHE, MARJORIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Marjorie Porche, 91, a native and resident of Gibson, died at 5:45 a.m. Sunday, May 6, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Chacahoula. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at St. Patrick Cemetery in Gibson. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Porche McGlothin and husband, Dennis, of Dallas and Kay Porche Thibodeaux of Houma; grandchildren, Melissa Burnett Bergeron and husband, Chad, and Ryan Burnett; great-grandchildren, Reece Bergeron and Grant Bergeron; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Joseph Porche Jr.; parents, Daniel and Clysse McIntire; son, Edward Joseph Porche III; brothers, Klein McIntire, Carroll McIntire and Johnny McIntire; sisters, Margaret McIntire Authement and Clysse McIntire Bourgeois; and son-in-law, Joseph Thibodeaux Jr. She was a parishioner of St. Lawrence Catholic Church. She was employed by Terrebonne Parish School Dist. Marge was an example of love, kindness, and generosity to all who knew her. Her selflessness was epitomized by her good deeds and lifelong commitment to serving others. Her presence in our lives was God's blessing to us all. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 7 to May 8, 2012 TERRACINA, ANTOINETTE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Antoinette C. Mayet Terracina, 101, a native and resident of Thibodaux, born April 4, 1911 and died Friday, May 4, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with interment to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Edward J. Terracina; son-in-law, Robert J. Aysen Sr.; grandchildren, Veronica A. Blanchard, Annette Matherne and Robert J. Aysen Jr.; great-grandchildren, Vincent Blanchard, Kaye Blanchard, Evan Matherne, Justin Aysen and Sydnie C. Aysen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony "Tom" Terracina; parents, Ernest Mayet and Ada Mayet; daughter, Lucille M. Aysen; brothers, Harold Mayet and Lawrence Mayet; and sister, Florence Adams. The family of Antoinette Terracina wishes to thank Thibodaux Healthcare and St. Catherine's Hospice. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 8 to May 9, 2012 BENOIT, ANDREW ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Andrew Clifton Benoit, 94, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Monday, May 7, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. He is survived by seven children, Judith Benoit of Texas, Edgar Benoit of Schriever and wife, Debbie, Ransdell Benoit of Labadieville, June Benoit of Thibodaux, Jerome Benoit of Thibodaux and fiancee, Dian, Mitchell Benoit of Thibodaux and wife, Melodia, Pamela B. Dominique of Houma and husband, Robert; niece, Sheila P. Gilbert of Thibodaux and husband, Michael; and 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marguerite Baudoin Benoit; his parents, Joseph Felicien Benoit and Marie Felicia Trosclair Benoit; seven brothers, Henry, John, Gaston, Paul, Alfred, Ray and Sidney Benoit; and two sisters, Bertha Guillot and Odette LeBlanc. Andrew was born March 1, 1918 in Thibodaux. He was a carpenter by trade. Also he was a parishioner and usher of Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1114. He was also a member of South Thibodaux Fire Company, and Woodmen of the World. Andrew served in the Army in World War II and was a prisoner of war for nine months. While in the army he received several medals and distinguished awards. He is a lifetime member of the V.F.W Post 5097, Disabled American Veterans- Vietnam Post, Chapter Bayou 9, and South Louisiana Chapter American Ex-Prisoner of War. He was also a member of The American Legion, F. Lefort Post 11. Andrew loved the outdoors and fishing at his camp in Pointe-aux-Chenes, especially with his fishing partner, Laurent Cormier. He will be greatly missed by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and many dear friends. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 8 to May 9, 2012 BRYANT, LUANNA Luanna Henderson Bryant, 91, a native of Widen, W.V. and resident of Raceland, died at 3:05 p.m. Friday, May 4, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at First Assembly of God Church in Raceland. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Mary's Nativity Cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Jeffery Henderson Bryant, and Jesse H. Bryant Jr. and wife, Amanda; daughters, Beverly S. Porche and husband, Patrick, Marilyn S. Baudoin and husband, Andrew, and Janette Franke and husband, Manfred; and 19 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Elbert Stover; second husband, Dr. Jesse Harold Bryant Sr.; parents, Walker and Bernice Henderson; brothers, Arthur "Farrell" Henderson, Sherman Henderson and Leo Henderson; and sister, Ruby H. Potasnik. She was a member of First Assembly of God in Raceland. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 8 to May 9, 2012 CHERAMIE, DOLORES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dolores Pitre Cheramie, 71, a native of Houma and resident of Patterson, died Saturday, May 5, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Shane A. Cheramie and wife, Ray Ann of Houma; daughter, Selena Cheramie Shannon and husband, Casey of Berwick; grandchildren, Sarah Marie Domangue, Rebecca Ann Domangue, Brady Timothy Shannon, and Shane Julian Cheramie and wife, Rebecca; step-grandchildren, Jacob Micheal Broussard and John Micheal Broussard; step-great-grandchild, McKenzie Miller; and sister, Phyllis Pitre Zullo and husband, Ernie. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Joseph Cheramie; and parents, Joseph Anthony Pitre and Bella Elizabeth Arcement Pitre. She was a retired Medical Transcriptionist at Terrebonne General Medical Center. Dolores also known as "Granny" was a kind and loving person and enjoyed anytime spent with her family. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 8 to May 9, 2012 DAIGLE, MARIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Marie Talbot Daigle, 90, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Houma, died at 2:30 a.m. Monday, May 7, 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. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her sons, David Daigle and wife, Mary, of Houma and Michael Daigle and wife, Dawn, of Houma; daughter, Elaine Daigle Richard of Houma; grandchildren, Denise Madere, Carmen Richard, Melanie Daigle, Amy Daigle, Brian Daigle, Emily Daigle and Ethan Daigle; great-grandchildren, Austin Richard, Grant Madere, Olivia Madere and MacKenci Daigle; and brothers, Dudly Talbot, Calvin Talbot, Mert Talbot. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin J. Daigle; parents, Junius Louis Talbot and Agnes Arboneaux Talbot; and brothers, Junius Talbot, Archie Talbot and John Talbot. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed painting, knitting, gardening and most of all, spending time with her grandchildren. She was a very religious woman and was an inspiration to her family and friends. She was a catechism teacher and a member of the Ladies Altar Society at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 8 to May 9, 2012 FREEMAN, LUBY, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Luby Joseph Freeman Jr. , 77, a native and resident of Houma, died at 2 a.m. Monday, May 7, 2012 at 2 AM. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Louis 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 companion, Dot Boudreaux; sons, Luby Freeman III of Bayou Blue and Larry Freeman Sr. of Schriever; daughter, Carrie Hebert and husband, Bryant Hebert Sr. of Bayou Blue; 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; brother, Lloyd John Freeman of Houma; and sister, Linda F. Hidalgo of Houma. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louby Joseph Freeman Sr. and Laura Crochet Freeman; ex-wife, Rachael Bergeron Haydel; and brother, Lawrence Philip Freeman. He was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. He was a butcher for Autin Packing Company and Offshore Food Service and was currently the manager of Terminal 005's United Vision. He also owned several other businesses. He was a founding honorary member of the Bayou Blue Fire Department. He was a Mason and also a honorary member of the Houma Shrine Club, Elks Lodge, The Grottos and the Lion's Club. He was a devoted Saint's fan and his favorite pastimes were Video Poker and riding his lawnmowers. To send condolences please visit www.chauvinfuneralhome.com. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 8 to May 9, 2012 MAZERAC, ARSENIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Arsenia Mazerac, 91, a long time resident of Houma, died peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday May 5, 2012 at the Chateau Terrebonne Nursing Home. Visitation is held at the St. Bernadette Catholic Church on Funderburk Drive on Thursday May 10, 2012 at 11am followed by a funeral mass in memory of Arsenia at 1pm. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Wilfred Mazerac; son Michael Mazerac and granddaughter, Kay-Lynn Mazerac of Austin, Texas; and daughter, Rose Ann Mazerac of Baton Rouge. Arsenia owned and operated until she retired in the mid-90s, the Mr. Bandido Mexican restaurant on West Park Ave. She was a very devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her interests included family, sewing, walking in the mall and regularly going to the gym. She enjoyed meeting friends old and young alike and had a wonderful personality that endeared her to friends who are much younger than her. Arsenia is well loved and affectionately known for her good nature and generous heart. She will be deeply missed by all whose lives she touched. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 8 to May 9, 2012 RODRIGUE, FELTON ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Felton Charles Rodrigue, 60, a native of Montegut and resident of Chauvin, died at 8:50 a.m. Monday, May 7, 2012. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph 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 wife of 40 years, Sandra Ann Naquin Rodrigue; mother, Mildred Mary LeBouef Rodrigue; daughters, Angel Rodrigue and companion, Timmy LeBouef, Sherry Wegner and husband, Ethan, Monica Hanks and husband, Joshua, and Kimberly Rodrigue and companion, Allen Price III; grandchildren, Gabriella Wegner, Conor Wegner, Emmie Price and future granddaughter, Kayleigh Price; step-grandchildren, Chance Wegner, Chloe Wegner and Jacob Parrish; brothers, Steve and Roy Rodrigue; and sisters, Frances Rodrigue and Beulah Nelton. He was preceded in death by his father, Emile Joseph Rodrigue; grandparents, Mentor Rodrigue and Fabiola Neil Rodrigue, and Albert and Sarah Lajaunie LeBouef; brother, Elgin Joseph Rodrigue Sr.; and nephew, James Joseph Nelton Sr. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 9 to May 10, 2012 BERGERON, PEARL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Pearl Bourg Bergeron, 90, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, passed away at 2:48 p.m. Monday, May 7, 2012. Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houma. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by daughter-in-law, Virginia P. Bergeron; one son, Ralph Boudreaux Jr. and wife, Mazie D. Boudreaux; five grandchildren, David Bergeron Jr., Todd Bergeron, Penny Boudreaux Trahan, Pamela Boudreaux Trahan and Patricia Boudreaux Westercamp; and 12 great-grandchildren, six great-great- grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ralph Boudreaux Sr.; second husband, Eddie L. Bergeron, parents, Adam (Don) Bourg and Alida Ledet Bourg; son, David (Rock) Bergeron Sr.; and two brothers, Lavis A. Bourg Sr. and Milton Folse Sr. She was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and a member of the Ladies Altar Society. The family would like to thank Haydel Memorial Hospice and it's fine staff. Also a special thanks to Barbara Bergeron, Rosemary Bergeron, Donnelle Truxillo, JoAnn Duroche, Gay Hebert and Tammy Cedotal. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 9 to May 10, 2012 LEBLANC, DRUIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Druis John LeBlanc Sr., 70, a native and resident of Houma, died at 4:50 p.m. Saturday, May 5, 2012. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Edelia "Lily" Luna LeBlanc; two sons, Druis LeBlanc Jr. and wife, Karen, and Ronnie LeBlanc and wife, Ginger; four daughters, Cynthia, Martha, Edelia "Marie" LeBlanc, and Stella Chaisson and husband, Shawn; 10 grandchildren, Justin, Jared, Dylan Vanlandingham, Martin Chaisson and Brandon Hatch, Haley and Reese LeBlanc, Peyton and Preston Lassere, and Jeremy Bourdeaux; one great grandchild, Taylor Bourdeaux; five brothers, Alvin "A.J." LeBlanc Jr., Eugene LeBlanc and wife, Esmeralda, Dale, Barry, and Darry LeBlanc; five sisters, Joyce DeHart and husband, Leroy, Caroline Trosclair and husband, Benny John, Shirley Guy and husband, Eugene, Sandra Hutchinson and husband, Kevin, Eunice "Sis" Cangelosi and husband, Nick; numerous nieces and nephews; and Toby. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin LeBlanc Sr. and Eunice LeBlanc; four brothers, Francis Sr., Charles, Carroll, and Ronald LeBlanc; and two sisters, Kathy Ledet and Rita Mae LeBouef. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He loved to go fishing, shrimping and going to the casinos. He always made everyone laugh and truly never met a stranger who didn't think of him as a friend. He will be missed by all. The family wishes to thank everyone who cared for Druis during his illness, including physicians, nurses, aides, therapists, and all those who touched his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Haydel Memorial Hospice. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 9 to May 10, 2012 RESO, OLGA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Olga Elise Arseguet Reso, wife of the late Jerome J. Reso Sr., died Saturday, May 5, 2012 after a brief illness. Relatives and friends, including staff and her friends at Chateau de Notre Dame, members of the Dominican Laity, St. Dominic Rosary Altar Society, the St. Dominic Choir and the People Program are invited to attend the Mass at noon Thursday at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at the funeral home. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Born Sept. 9, 1913 to French immigrants, Jean Baptiste and Philomene Rousse Arseguet, both of Hautes Pyrenees, France, Mrs. Reso is survived by three sons, Jerome J. Reso Jr. (Carreen), of Metairie, Ronald J. Reso (Sandra), of Clarkston, Mich., and Richard A. Reso (Helen), of Thibodaux; daughter-in-law, Charlotte Corkern Reso of Ponchatoula; son-in-law, Frederick Greene of Brandon, Miss.; and 16 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. In addition to her late husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; brother, John Albert Arseguet; sisters, Adele Arseguet, Marie A. Landry and Celeste A. Murphy; and two children, Marilyn Reso Greene and Thomas Albert Reso. A former parishioner of St. Dominic Catholic Church, she was active there for many years in the choir, the Dominican Laity and the St. Dominic Rosary Altar Society. She was a retired circulation manager for the Clarion Herald, published by the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Mrs. Reso was a recipient of the St. Louis Medallion for her service to her church. The family is especially grateful to caregivers Marilyn Lowe and Beulah Simmons, as well as the staff at Cannon Hospice. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred or donations to St. Dominic Church or a charity of your choice . Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 9 to May 10, 2012 SANCHEZ, NELSON ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Nelson Joseph Sanchez, 85, native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Choctaw, died Saturday, May 5, 2012. Funeral services were held May 7 at St. James Chapel in Choctaw. He is survived by his son, Jody Adam Sanchez; daughters, Deanna Evans and Shannah Sanchez; brothers, Bob Sanchez and Clifton Sanchez; sisters, Gertie Hebert, Jeanne Gautreaux and Nancy Pitre; stepchildren, Darlene Tabor, Cheryl Adams and Charlene Cortez; and eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his second wife, Lena T. Sanchez; first wife, Verina Sanchez; brothers, William Sanchez and Theophile Sanchez; and grandson Chad Becnel. He was a Sergeant of the 20th Infantry Regiment 6th division from July 25, 1944 to Dec. 31, 1946 in World War II. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 9 to May 11, 2012 SCOTT, MATTIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mattie Ree Scott, 81, a native of Florien and resident of Houma, died Thursday, May 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Old Pilgrim Star Baptist Church in Florien, with burial in Pilgrim Star Cemetery. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Trosclair and husband, James Sr.; and three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil Scott and Aldie Williams Scott; brothers, Harold T. Scott and Cecil Scott Jr.; and sisters, Mable Scott, Glenish Babers and Nevelyn Dennis. She was Baptist. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 ARABIE, DANIEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Daniel Paul Arabie, 60, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Sue Dufrene Arabie; father, Edward Arabie; daughter, Danielle Arabie; two brothers, Dana and Davey Arabie; and sister, Donna A. Percle. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth Arabie. He was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 BRASSETTE, ELSIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Elsie Hebert Brassette, 88, a native of Larose and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with interment at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Joseph D. Brassette; one daughter, Susan Brassette and companion, Ray Toups Jr.; three sons, Donald Brassette and wife, Lois, David Brassette and wife, Joan, and Leslie Brassette and wife, Linda; eight grandchildren, Dwayne, Mark, and Kip Brassette, Amy Detillier, Kristy Quatrevingt, Celeste Erny, Lee Arcement and Katie Arcement; 10 great- grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anatole and Lorentine Hebert; six brothers, Clarence, Herbert, Lawrence, Claude, Norman and Adam; two sisters, Virgis Naquin and Ethel Arabie; and infant daughter. She was a parishioner of St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 DUFRENE, ROBERT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Robert "Pops" J. Dufrene, 69, a native and resident of Cut Off, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carolyn Bruce Dufrene; children, Scott Dufrene and wife, Danita Parra Dufrene, Paige Dufrene Balderas and husband, Steve, Jeff Dufrene and Amy Brunet Dufrene; grandchildren, Jolie Balderas Polson, Halen Dufrene, Nicholas Balderas and Jodi Renee' Dufrene; sister, Lois Dufrene Terrebonne; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Junius Dufrene and Elvida Pitre Dufrene; and brothers, Roy Dufrene and Jimmy Dufrene Sr. He was Catholic. Mr. Dufrene enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandkids and family. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 GAUTHIER, ARROLENE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Arrolene Ann LeBoeuf Gauthier, 59, a native of Montegut and current resident of Haughton, died Wednesday, May 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial at Restlawn Cemetery in Avondale. She is survived by her husband, Fred Gauthier of Haughton; mother, Velma Dupre LeBoeuf; son, Brandon Bella of Houma; daughters, Marchelli Pellegrin and husband, Tony, of Houma and Kimberly Charpentier and husband, Arlen Jr., of Bourg; grandchildren, Tori Hendon, Halle, and Hanna Pellegrin, Abby and Addison Charpentier; brother, Dane LeBoeuf; and sisters, Myra LeBoeuf, Shirlene Ledet and Patty Roddy. She was preceded in death by her father, Irvin LeBoeuf; grandparents, Elie and Emma Dupre LeBoeuf, and John and Elize Authement Dupre; brothers, Michael LeBoeuf, Brian LeBoeuf and Ricky LeBoeuf; and sisters, Brenda Thibodeaux and Linda Hutchinson. She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society . Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 HARRIS, DONALD, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Donald Joseph Harris Sr., 81, a native of New Orleans and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Bridgette Dugas Harris; sons, Dr. Donald Harris Jr., Del Harris and wife, Paulette, David Harris and wife, Melanie, and Paul W. LeFort and wife, Dana; daughters, Connie H. Perque and husband, Kurt, Ann Harris, Kitty H. Whitney and husband, Todd, Cathy H. Gros and husband, Terry, Laurie L. Hohensee and husband, Bart, and Nicole L. Bourgeois and husband, Mike; brother, Bro. Delbert Harris; sisters, Joel H. Robichaux and Marie H. Schell; 24 grandchildren, Meredith and husband, Jamie, Adam, Dale and wife, Britney, Paul and wife, Kelli, Thomas, Cerissa and husband, Scott, Chelsea and husband, Alex, Dirk and wife, Erin, Dustin and wife, Lindsey, Janie, Max, Ariel, Megan, Sydney, Eli, Blaine, Francis, Derek, Caleb, Celeste, Carter, Conner, Paul III, and Rachael; and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Carol Ann Gibbens Harris; parents, Dr. William H. Harris Sr. and Mercedes F. Harris; son, Douglas J. Harris; brothers, Dr. William H. Harris Jr. and Dr. Friedrichs Harris; and sisters, Jane H. Barker, Sister Betty Harris, Mercedes H. Burton and Kitty H. Pearse. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Joseph Hospice, 103 Ridgefield Rd., Thibodaux, LA 70301. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 LEGENDRE, IRVING, Sr. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Irving Legendre Sr., 81, a native and resident of Chackbay, went to be with his Lord at 10:40 p.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Life Tabernacle Church in Chackbay. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Vacherie. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Adelina Becnel Legendre; sons, Avery Joseph Legendre and wife, Mary, of Thibodaux, and Irving Joseph Legendre Jr. and wife, Janice, of Chackbay; daughters, Trudy Legendre Usey and husband, Rev. Dale R. Usey, of Lewisburg, W. Va. and Noami Legendre Campbell and husband, John Campbell Jr. of Chackbay; grandchildren, Janelle Kendrick and husband, Shannon Kendrick, of Raysal, W. VA., Jeremy Usey and Shelby of Lewisburg, W. VA., Carlos Legendre, Avery Antonio Legendre, Brittney Blanchard and fiancé, Michael Dumas, Dalton Blanchard, Heidi Legendre, and Daniel Usey; and great- grandchildren, Hailey, Bayley, Baylen and Noah. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Legendre of Chackbay. Mr. Legendre was a member of the U.S. Army. He was a longtime employee of Avondale Shipyard as a pipefitter. He was affiliated with Tabernacle Life Church in Chackbay. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 OLIVIER, PATRICK ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Patrick W. Olivier, 70, a native of Houma and resident of Gray, died at 8:40 a.m. Saturday, May 5, 2012. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Saturday at Victory of Houma Church, 5328 West Main in Houma. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church, with interment at Grace Christian Memorial Garden, 2600 Coteau Road in Houma, 70364. He is survived by his brothers, Lee Olivier of Houma and Irving "Junior" Olivier of Shepherd, Texas; sisters-in-law, Beatrice Bergeron Olivier and Gayle Olivier; and nephews, nieces and their children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ervin Olivier and Eulicia "Lou" Hebert; and brother, Don Olivier. He retired from Lance, Inc. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 OUBRE, KEITH Keith "KeKe" Oubre, 34, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Sunday, May 6, 2012 at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Luke Baptist Church in Moonshine. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his father, Junior James of Vacherie; four brothers, Andrew and wife, Kevia Costley of Gonzales, Christopher and wife, Bianca Costley of Vacherie, Gabriel Tillman and George Washington, both of Thibodaux; three sisters, Traine Blaine, Shondell Henry and Lakisha Dumas all of Vacherie; grandmother, Louise James of Vacherie; and a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rita Blaine; biological father, Gabriel Oubre; and aunt, Marguerite Stewart Oubre. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 10 to May 11, 2012 USE, YVONNE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Yvonne "Ginger Lee" Use, 74, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Lockport, born April 5, 1938 and died Sunday, April 22, 2012. A memorial visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel. A memorial religious service will follow at 11 a.m. Saturday in the chapel. She is survived by her children, Norman Himel Jr., Norma Ibarra, Brian Landrum and Hank Landrum; brother, Earl Uzee; sister, Mary Jane Matherne; and eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Simon Uzee and Edith Boudreaux Uzee; and sister, Marion Comeaux. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 11 to May 12, 2012 AUPIED, MONSON, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Monson "M.J." J. Aupied Jr., 77, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 5:28 a.m. Wednesday, May 9, 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 St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland. He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Aupied; two daughters, Marylane A. Falgout and husband, Gary, and Rhonda A. Robichaux and husband, William II; three grandchildren, Sarah Naquin and husband, Timmy, Heather Wiley and husband, Brian, and William Robichaux III and wife, Jackie; and two great-grandchildren, Kelsie and Katilyn Naquin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Monson Sr. and Maggie H. Aupied. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 11 to May 12, 2012 FLEMING, JOYCE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Joyce Ann Fleming, 62, a native of Klotzville and resident of Kenner, died Saturday, May 5, 2012 at East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie. 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. She is survived by four sons, Alex Fleming, Shawn Fleming, and Cedric and wife, Marnika Fleming, all of Kenner, and Alexander and wife, Tonjaleque Fleming of Lutcher; six sisters, Evelyn Smith, Beverly Smith Robertson, Bernadine Thomas, Lugena Thomas, Chris Edwards and Lois Turner; six brothers, Oliver Fleming Sr., Leonard Fleming, Ronnie Smith, Nathaniel Smith, Billy Perkins and Lionel Turner; 14 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, one aunt, one uncle; companion, Edward Bell; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albertha Smith Fleming and Frank Turner; son, Patrick A. Fleming; sister, Cleotha Fleming Dominique; brother, Raymond Smith Sr.; and daughter-in-law, Mona Fleming. She was a retired nursing assistant. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 11 to May 12, 2012 GUIDRY, LESTER ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lester James Guidry, 81, a native and resident of Houma, died at 12:29 p.m. Wednesday, May 9, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. til a military service held at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will follow at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Lorraine Powers Guidry of Houma; sons, James Guidry and wife, Paige, of Houston and Arthur Guidry of Houma; daughters, Ellen Richey, Memphis, Tenn., Karen Billgren and husband, Ricky, of Rogers, Ark., Cindy Daire and husband, Michael, of LaCombe, Patricia Warner and husband, Bryan, of Pensacola, Fla.; 18 grandchildren and 12 great- grandchildren; and sister, Betty Clay of Stone Mountain, Ga. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elie Guidry and Estelle LeBlanc Guidry; and brother, Lee Bert Guidry. He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. Lester served in the U.S. Army as a First Lieutenant during the Korean War. He was stationed in numerous areas, stateside. He was a decorated, expert marksman and an instructor. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and was honorably discharged on Feb. 6, 1960. He was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association, a past member of The Rotary Club and member of the Houma Pistol Club. He was a past president of the Parent Teacher Association at St. Bernadette Catholic School. Lester was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was loved by numerous people of the community and will be missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Wounded Warriors Association or the charity of your choice in his name. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 11 to May 12, 2012 JONES, CHARLES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Charles E. "Litzy" Jones, 72, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Friday, May 4, 2012 in Napoleonville. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Nelson Chapel A.M.E. Church in Napoleonville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Charles E. Jones Jr. of Baton Rouge and Joseph Jones of Donaldsonville; daughter, Vanshander Jones of Napoleonville; three sisters, Shirley Rayford, Janet and Rev. Deborah Jones all of Napoleonville; four brothers, Ulysses Jr., Louis, Clyde and Gilbert and wife, Christina Jones all of Napoleonville; and four grandchildren, one great-grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mildred and Ulysses Jones Sr.; daughter, Vanshander Jones; and two sisters, Vernetta Jones and Germaine Anderson. He was a retired laborer. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 11 to May 12, 2012 PATTERSON, SHAWN'KELL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Shawn'Kell "Lucy" T. Patterson, 7, a native of Donaldsonville and resident of Gonzales, died Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home, 101 Loop 945 in Donaldsonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Truelight Worship Center, 1012 Orice Roth Rd. in Gonzales. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial at First Israel Baptist Cemetery in Belle Rose. She is survived by her mother, Markell Travis Patterson of Gonzales; father, Shawn Patterson of Napoleonville; four sisters, Shawnell and Jalessa Walker of Donaldsonville, Thommisha Travis and Shawn'khia Patterson of Gonzales; two brothers, Geddrick Travis and Ahquainn Smith of Gonzales; maternal grandmother, Wonderlyon Travis of Donaldsonville; maternal grandfather, Morris and wife, Estelle Dennis of St. James; paternal grandfather, Marks Patterson of Donaldsonville; and maternal great-grandfather, Raymond Paul of Vacherie. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Edith Joseph Patterson; maternal great-grandmother, Patsy Paul; paternal great-grandparents, Margaret and Edgar Dennis. She was a second grader at George Washington Carver Primary School in Gonzales. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 11 to May 12, 2012 PEREZ, MURRAY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Murray J. Perez, 77, a native and resident of Thibodaux, went into his heavenly home at 1:50 p.m. Monday, May 7, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be held at St. Philomena Cemetery in Labadieville, at a later date. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Elizabeth "Betty" Bonvillain; devoted daughter, Beatrice Perez Hebert; brother, Murphy J. Perez and wife, Guernel; sister, Anita and husband, Caroll; also six nieces and five nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony Perez and Argentine Ordoyne Perez; brother, Milfred Perez; and nephews Anthony Perez and Wayne Perez. He was a retired custodian of NSU with 15 years of service. Excellent care was given to him at Lafourche Home for the Aged, with special thanks to his night nurse and friend, Debra Lowman. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 11 to May 12, 2012 PHARAGOOD, OSCAR, III ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Oscar Pharagood III, 22, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Napoleonville, died Thursday, May 3, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Morning Star Baptist Church on Brule Road. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial to follow at St. Peter Baptist Church Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his parents, Oscar Pharagood Jr. of Thibodaux and Rhonda Green of Houma; his fiancée, LaTescia Pinkey of Napoleonville; two daughters, Anaya Pharagood and Amaya Young, both of Thibodaux; his brother, Montell Pharagood; two sisters, Jasmine Henry and Tekel Coleman, both of Houma; and his grandparents, Sarah Pharagood, Samuel Green and Catherine Collins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Oscar Pharagood Sr. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 11 to May 12, 2012 SCOTT, JACQUELINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jacqueline C. Scott, 63, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Monday, April 2, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Beacon light Baptist Church of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial at Howard Baptist Church Cemetery in Dularge. She is survived by her daughters, Tonya Scott-Harris (Durand Kentrel) of Bourg; brothers, Herman Scott of Houma, Terry Lewis Scott (Peggy) of St. Louis, Mo., Edward James Scott of Gonzales, Glen M. Scott (Edna) of Houma, and Stephen Scott of Houma; sisters, Sandra Scott and Bobette Scott of Houma; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Jr. and Ruth Riley Scott; son, LaJohn Scott; brothers, Warren Scott and McKinley Scott; and grandparents, John Sr. and Rosette Scott, and Isaac and Ida Riley. She was Baptist and a retired Teacher for TPSB. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 12 to May 15, 2012 CANCIENNE, PHILIP JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Philip J. Cancienne Jr., 93, passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2012 at his residence. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church one hour prior to mass time. Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. today at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Broussard. Following the funeral, interment will take place at Saint Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He was the beloved husband of Vivian Pontif Cancienne; father of Elizabeth Webre and husband, Alfred Webre, of Lafayette, Carol Cancienne and partner, Irene Bruce, of Broussard, and Philip III and wife, Gloria, of Youngsville; one grandson, Nicholas Webre; and in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his second daughter, Ellen Mary Cancienne; his parents Philip Sr. and Annette Kerne Cancienne; and his sisters, Alma Bourgeois, Odette Naquin and Elsie Behrhorst. He was born in Lockport, in Lafourche Parish. He lived in Terrebonne Parish during his elementary and high school years. He attended LSU prior to volunteering for the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He served for three years, nine months in the states and in Italy. When he was discharged, he made his home in Thibodaux. He was employed as a dairy technician for many years until his retirement in 1985. In 2007, he and his wife of 64 years moved to Youngsville to be nearer their children. He was a devoted husband and father, and energetic and quiet-spoken person who helped many people in various ways. He was a member of the American Legion and Knights of Columbus in Thibodaux and a former parishioner of Christ the Redeemer in Thibodeaux and now of St Anne's Catholic Church in Youngsville. The family wants to express appreciation to all of the friends who prayed and supported us through this time. Special thanks to the Saint Joseph Hospice for their care. We encourage memorial gifts be made to masses, Cancer Society or the charity of your choice . David Funeral Home of Lafayette is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 12 to May 13, 2012 DAIGLE, RAYMOND ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Raymond Joseph Daigle, 62, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, May 10, 2012. A graveside military service will be held at Port Hudson National Cemetery in Zachary at a later date. He is survived by his companion, Anne Pitre Lambas; sons, Raymond J. Pitre and wife, Rebecca, and Rhyan J. Bourg and wife, Jeana; daughters, Denise Daigle, Gidget Daigle Clark and husband, Thomas, and Angie Pitre Champagne and husband, Dwayne; brothers, Gerald and Douglas Daigle; Sister, Belinda Stanley; and 15 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Tracy Bellard; father, Claude A. Daigle; mother, Wilma Ledet Daigle; and grandson, Christopher Quinley. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 12 to May 13, 2012 GUIDRY, BETTY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Betty Cheramie Guidry, 75, a native and resident of Galliano, died Friday, May 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Norman Guidry; children, Brenda Boudoin and husband, Johnny, Bradley Guidry and wife, Patty, Artie Guidry and wife, Brenda, Wade Guidry and wife, Anita, and Leonard Guidry and wife, Sprite; grandchildren, Angela Vizier, Anissa Cheramie and husband, Tommy, Andrea Cheramie and husband, Brent, Daphne Cheramie and husband, Rowdy, Brooke LeBlanc and husband, Davey, Carissa Guidry, Betsy Capeheart and husband, Brian, Marty Guidry, Rusty Guidry, Tyler Guidry, Lenna Guidry and Savanna Guidry; great- grandchildren, Luke Vizier, Alivia Vizier, Jake Cheramie, Lane Cheramie, Alex Cheramie, Kade Leonard, Bryn Leonard, Bree Leonard, Jaci Cheramie, Brody Cheramie, Hayden LeBlanc, Ava Boura, Destin Boura and Khi Guidry. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard Cheramie and Winnie Dugas Cheramie; brother, Rodney Cheramie; and sister, Gloria C. Vegas. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She was a dedicated wife and mother who loved cooking, camping, traveling, and spending time with her family. She will be lovingly remembered for all the fantastic meals she prepared for her family. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 12 to May 13, 2012 LEDET, NORRIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Norris Paul Ledet, 81, a native of Delta Farms and resident of Larose, died Friday, May 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at noon Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his children, Britt Ledet and wife, Flo, Kent Ledet and wife, Nan, Kellie Ledet Bellanger and husband, Steven, Billy Ledet and companion, Stephanie Monyham, and Andy Ledet and wife, Joan; brother, Jimmy Ledet; sisters, Gertie Ledet Pierce and Nancy Ledet Plaisance; and 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nora Ann Plaisance Ledet; and parents, Forrest P. Ledet and Etonia E. Byner Ledet. He was Catholic. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 12 to May 14, 2012 MARTIN, THERESA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Theresa M. Martin, 83, a native of Bourg and resident of Houma, died at 4:15 a.m. Thursday, May 10, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in St. Ann Catholic Church Cemetery. She is survived by her two nieces, Marie Louise Landry and husband, Russell, and Carolyn Louviere Sobert; nephew, Michael A. Sobert and wife, Sally of Thibodaux; one great-niece, Margaret Sobert of Thibodaux; and six great nephews, Stuart and wife, Courtney, Todd and wife, Amy, Troy, Rob, Chad and wife, Andrea and Scott Sobert; great-great-nephews, and nieces, Adrienne, Camden, Madison, Sophia, Brittany, Megan, Brooke, Kalib, Joshua, Julian Sobert, Hale, and David Landry. She was preceded in death by her parents, Teles Joseph Martin and Marguerite Aglia Robichaux Martin; brother, Joseph A. Martin; four sisters, Louise Marie Sobert, Della Martin Moosa, Gladys "Glad" Martin Lindsey and Ann Martin Conrad; and two nephews, Robert Paul Sobert and Joseph Louis Sobert. She was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 12 to May 13, 2012 SWART, PEARL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Pearl Vicknair Swart, 86, a native and resident of Choupic Community, died at 10:04 a.m. Friday, May 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery in Chackbay. She is survived by her son, Stephen "Shane" Swart and wife, Carla; daughters, Tanya S. Eschete and husand, Rory, and Stephanie S. Driskill and husband, Phil; seven grandchildren, Leslie Herbst and husband, David, Nicole Hofley and husband, Drew, Jay Swart, Erin Swart, Rory Eschete II, Rhylan Eschete and Rhiana Eschete; and four great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Herbst, Tanner Herbst, Samantha Hofley and Blake Olivia Hofley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford J. Swart Jr.; parents, Edwin L. and Clemence T. Vicknair; and sister, Viola Vicknair. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 13 to May 15, 2012 AUPIED, MARY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Mary Esthey Aupied, 76, a native and resident of Raceland, died Friday, May 11, 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 St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by two daughters, Marylane A. Falgout and husband, Gary, and Rhonda A. Robichaux and husband, William II; three grandchildren, Sarah Naquin and husband, Timmy, Heather Wiley and husband, Brian, and William Robichaux III and wife, Jackie; two great-grandchildren, Kelsie and Katilyn Naquin; and two sisters, Mary Ann Zeringue and Carline Garneau. She was preceded in death by her husband, Monson "M.J." Aupied Jr.; and parents, Eddie and Eva D. Esthey. She was a parishioner of St. Hilary Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 13 to May 15, 2012 DUPLANTIS, FRANCES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Frances Theriot Duplantis, 95, a native and resident of Houma, died at 5:50 a.m. Thursday, May 10, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. A Rosary will be held at 9 a.m. by the Catholic Daughters. 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 two sons, Danny Sr. and Elton Jr.; daughter-in-law, Pam Duplantis; two grandsons, Mike and Danny Jr.; one great grandson, Dylan Duplantis; and one sister-in-law, Marie McNabb. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elton Duplantis Sr.; her parents, Wiltz Sr. and Mary Hebert; brothers, Abel, Wiltz Jr., and Joe Thibodaux Jr.; and sister, Marion Hieus. She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. She was a secretary. She was a loving and caring person. She enjoyed working in the yard, watching sports and keeping up with current events. She loved to cook cajun food. The family would like to thank the staff and doctors of Terrebonne General Medical Center and Heritage Manor for their professional and caring services. She was also a loving mother and friend to all and will be sadly missed. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 13 to May 15, 2012 JOAN FREDERICKSON Our dear mother, Joan Munson Frederickson, made her 94th birthday then chose to pass on to be with her Lord and her husband, Jack, on Friday evening, May 4, 2012. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Christ Church in Napoleonville, with her nephew Rev. John Munson officiating. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall. She passed on in her sleep, lying just a few hundred yards from the house where she was born in the fields where she played and rode her horse, on her family's plantation, Glenwood of Napoleonville. Joan always pronounced her name as her parents had, in two syllables, "Jo-wen", and she was the sister of the three other children of Edward P. and Gertrude Munson of Napoleonville: Edward, Trudy, and Amelia, all of whom predeceased her. Joan and her husband, the late John Henry Frederickson Jr. had three children, Myra (1940), Marguerite (1943) and Christopher (1945) each of whom has one daughter, Sarah, Elizabeth, and Isabel, respectively. Besides being a devoted and caring wife and mother, Joan was active in the Episcopal Church (St. Paul's, Oklahoma City) and the Junior League. She also started a pre-school/grade- school which later was taken over by the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma. In her 70's, Joan returned to the writing of novels in which she had indulged as a girl, publishing her first book, "Down in Cajun Country", at age 77 in 1995. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 14 to May 15, 2012 ADAMS, BERYL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Beryl Dean Adams, 58, a resident of Houma and native of Terrebonne Parish, died Sunday, May 13, 2012 at her residence. Funeral services were held May 19 at Beautiful Zion Baptist Church, 120 Hialeah Ave. in Houma, with burial at Southdown Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her companion, Cleveland Williams II of Houma; two sons, Nathaniel Diggs III of Houma and Jarandon (Kristy) Adams of Spring, Texas; one daughter, Kimateisha Adams of Houma; three brothers, Oliver Poindexter, Willie Morgan and Freddie Morgan Jr., all of Houma; eight sisters, Faye Williams, Patricia Morgan, Mrs. Melvin (Kathleen) Calloway, Mrs. Earl Ray (Freddie Mae) Mitchell, Sr., Mrs. Paul (Maxine) Dillard, Elaine Brown and Barbara J. Brown all of Houma, and Mrs. Samuel (Joyce) Lane of St. Rose; two grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Adams; her parents, Zilda B. Wallace and Freddie Morgan Sr.; a brother, Eddie Charles Wallace; and sister, Jeanette Brown. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 14 to May 15, 2012 BOUDREAUX, MICHAEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Michael Wayne Boudreaux, 25, a native and resident of Houma, died Saturday, May 12, 2012 due to injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park. He is survived by his daughter, Sophie Boudreaux; mother, Melinda Boudreaux Hurlburt and stepfather, Jon Hurlburt of Houma; father, Jerry Bourg; sisters, Ashley Boudreaux and fiance', Eric Porche, Kaitlyn Boudreaux, Brooke Hurlburt and Mattison Bourg; brothers, Gavin Hurlburt, Trent Bourg, Eric Bourg and Andrew Bourg; grandparents, Evelyn and Al Cunningham Jr., Mary Rodriguez, Jerry Bourg Sr. and Rae Ann Boudreaux; great-grandparents, Marion Henry, Irene Beaver and Elvin Beaver; niece, Aleighya Porche; aunt, Angel Trahan and husband, Chad; and godparents, Linda and Kent White. He was preceded in death by his dad, Todd Boudreaux; uncle, Neal Boudreaux; grandfather, Lionel Boudreaux; and great-grandfather, Floyd Henry. He was a bouncer at The City Club of Houma. He was currently training at Alford Safety Services. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a past Volunteer fireman for the Bayou Cane Fire Department. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting, fishing and playing pool. He loved playing football and was an avid New Orleans Saint and LSU fan. He will be sadly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. To send condolences please visit www.chauvinfuneralhome.com. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 14 to May 15, 2012 FALGOUT, GENEVIEVE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Genevieve Marie Falgout, 60, a native of Theriot and resident of Houma, died Saturday, May 12, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Eloi Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sisters, Sylvia Savoie of Houma, Edita Arsenaux of Houma, and Martha Guidry and husband, Peter D. Guidry of Theriot; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Honora "Beb" Falgout and Edith Theriot Falgout; sister, Betty Champagne; and brothers-in-law, Paul A. Savoie and Robert Arsenaux. She was a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church. She was a member of the original Guitar Music Ministry at St. Eloi. She was very interested in genealogy of her family. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 14 to May 15, 2012 PORCHE, AMANDA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Amanda Battenfield Porche, 55, a native and resident of Houma, died Saturday, May 12, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Bayou Blue Assembly of God in Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial at Rogers Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her husband, Donnie R. Porche; son, Corey James Porche and wife, Leah; brother, Leonce Preston Arceneaux II and wife, Samantha; sister, Debra Malbrough and husband, James; sister, Patricia Sorensen; sister, Andea' Jolley and husband, Steve; granddaughter, Carissa Lynn Porche; grandson, Jordan Paul Porche; and eight nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Battenfield; mother, and stepfather, Beverly Ann Marie Cunningham Arceneaux, and Leonce Preston Arceneaux; and brother-in-law- Lloyd Sorensen. She was a member of the Bayou Blue Assembly of God Church and Desk and Derrick Club for many years. She was loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to everyone. She enjoyed crafts. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 14 to May 15, 2012 THERIOT, NACIS Nacis Theriot,77, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Cut Off, died Friday, May 11, 2012. Services will be private. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 ADAMS, NORMA Norma Jean Paris Adams, 59, a native of Vivian and resident of Houma, died at 11:46 p.m. Sunday, May 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Daniel Adams; mother, Velma Elizabeth Miller Paris; children, Nicholas, Brandon, and Danielle Adams; grandson, Parker Adams; and siblings, Judy Olivier, Bobby Paris Sr., Debbie Naquin and Missy Boudreaux. She was preceded in death by her father, Calvin Wayne Paris; grandparents, Georgie Miller and John Miller; mother-in-law, Rita Duet Adams and father-in- law, Nathan Paul Adams Sr.; and nephew, Chad Olivier. She was a beloved wife, mother to many, friend, and Lolli. She worked for Bayou Pedicatrics for 20 years, avid volunteer for Relay for Life and Saints fan. Just as beautiful on the inside as on the outside. Loved by many. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 17, 2012 CARLOS, REGINA Regina Benoit Carlos, 68, a native of Houma and resident of Houma, died Friday, May 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 pm today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Service will be held at 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. She is survived by her son, James "Patot" Matthew Carlos of Houma; daughter, Ellen Carlos and husband, Darrel Fonseca of Houma; brothers, Clarence Benoit and wife, Barbara, of Thibodaux, Eugene Benoit of Houma and Gary Benoit of Thibodaux; two nephews, Brian and Jason Benoit; two nieces, Denise and Annette Benoit; and much loved extended family, Jimmy, Rhonda, Stephen, and Maddy Shaw. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis J. and Eula Robichaux, Benoit; brother, Larry Benoit; and nephew, Troy Benoit. She was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houma. She was retired from Chabert Medical Center as a nurse for 22 years, and graduated from South Terrebonne High School and South Louisiana Vo-Tech. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in her name. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 CHERAMIE, EDWIN Edwin Paul Cheramie, 85, a native of Galliano and resident of Larose, died at 4:25 a.m. Saturday, May 12, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at KC Hall in Larose. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose, with burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Cut Off. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Hilda Verret Cheramie; two sons, Clyde Jason Cheramie, and Jasper Joseph Cheramie and wife, Nonie, all of Larose; daughter, Edwina C. Koen and husband, Mike of Hardin, Texas; sister, Nefta C. Galliano; eight grandchildren, April K. Spurlock and husband, Johnny, Joli K. Sellers and husband, Jeremy, Jean Paul Koen and wife, Kate, Jennifer C. Ordoyne and husband, Casey, Jason Paul Cheramie, Emilie A. Cheramie, Naomie N. Cheramie and Beau J. Cheramie; and seven great-grandchildren, Jade, Layla, Kali, and Elese Spurlock, Ava Sellers, and Westin and Natalie Ordoyne. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amedee and Aliska Schouest Cheramie; and sister, Rose C. St. Pierre. He was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He was a retired fisherman, oilfield boat owner who raised cattle and took pride in maintaining his property, and 4th degree Knights of Columbus, and member of Holy Name Society. He was very patriotic and always flew the American flag over his property in honor of all veterans. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 DUPRE, SUSAN Susan Dupre, 35, a native of Natchez, Miss. and resident of Houma, died Saturday, May 12, 2012. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. She is survived by her father, Ronnie Hancock of Houma; husband, Shane Dupre; sons, Nicholas and Logan Griffin; daughter, Shiann Rollins; brothers, Darrell Hancock and wife, Jennifer, of Houma and Ronnie Hancock Jr. and wife, Torie, of Lockport; sister, Gloria Jean Ardoin and husband, Michael of Houma; and past sister-in-law, Haley Pye. She was preceded in death by her mother, Wonda Hancock of Houma. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 FIELDS, FELICIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Felicia Eva Matherne Fields, 67, a native of Grand Caillou and resident of Houma, died Friday, May 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her daughters, Sabrina F. Billiot and husband, Henry Jr., Susan A. Babee and husband, Stephen, and Nancy A. LeBoeuf and husband, Jack Sr.; brother, Noah Matherne Jr.; sisters, Mary Jane Prosperie, Mary Ann Moreaux, Anna Lee Bourg, Shirley Ann Quebodeaoux and Regina Ann Dupre; mother, Hazel Marie Matherne; and 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Eugene P. Fields Sr.; brother, Joseph Matherne; and father, Noah Pierre Matherne Sr. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 18, 2012 FORET, NORMA Norma R. Foret, 81, a native of Larose and resident of Raceland, died at 3:20 p.m. Friday, May 11, 2012. Funeral services were held May 16 at St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Curtis (Joy) Foret, Craig (Sandra) Foret, and Barry J. Foret; daughter, Emelie (Michael) Foret Comardelle; brother, Douglas Rodriguez; sisters, Elta Dufrene, Cleo Landeche and Audrey Matherne; nine grandchildren, Jean Foret, Jahnette Pitre, Jamie Foret, Clint Foret, Bonnie Bolling, Jude Foret, Drake Foret, Michael Comardelle Jr. and Beau Comardelle; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman "Zoot" J. Foret; and parents, Whitney P. and Laura Sampey Rodriguez. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church and a member of American Legion. She loved bingo, playing cards, dancing and was an avid cook. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 GOODROW, FRED Fred Claude Goodrow, 86, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houma, died at 5:55 a.m. Monday, May 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Carolyn Coulon Goodrow; son, Fred Goodrow and wife, Dianne; daughters, Ann Goodrow, Carrie Goodrow, Jane Daigle and husband, C.J. Daigle Jr., Martha Rosen, and Evelyn Craton and husband, Mike; grandchildren, Fred Goodrow, Andrew Goodrow, Erin Goodrow, Kaitlin Simmons, Ryan Daigle, Jess Rosen, Lindsey Rosen and Alyssa Craton; great- grandson, Fred Goodrow; and brother, William Goodrow. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred Felix Goodrow and Margaret Evelyn Rose Goodrow; and sister, Edith Poelman Bermudez. Fred was a veteran of the U.S. Navy having served in World War II. He was a longtime employee of Southland Dodge and served as the general manager. He was a past president of the Houma Automobile Dealers Association. He was a former member of Thibodaux Fire Company No. 1. He was a member of the VFW, the American Legion and the Lions Club. He was a member and supporter of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Alumni Association. He was a generous supporter of his grandchildren's schools in Houma, Lafayette and New Orleans. The Goodrow family would like to thank the following people who provided loving and compassionate care during his illness, Dr. Russell Henry and staff, TGMC CCU, 4th floor nurses and staff, and The Physicians Alliance Hospital of Houma nurses and staff. The family would like to express their gratitude to caregivers Tammy, Gayle and Suzzannie. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 GRAHAM, LAURA Laura Tooke Graham, 81, a native of Cedar Key, Fla. and former resident of Lafayette, and resident of Baton Rouge, passed away Saturday, May 12, 2012. Visitations will be from 4 to 5 p.m. today at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East in Baton Rouge. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. She is survived by her loving daughters and son-in-law, Leigh Ann Tooke, and Sally Tooke and Gregory Palmer Sr.; sons and daughters-in-law, Jesse Britton and Mary Tooke, and Lee Roy and Darlene Tooke; eight grandchildren, Greg Tooke, Stephen Tooke, Gregory Palmer Jr., Melissa Tooke Forrestier, Jennifer Tooke Hensley, Sarah Tooke Rhodes, Ashley Palmer Scott and Emily Tooke Robledo; eight great-grandchildren, Maggie Tooke, Dylan Tooke, Spencer Scott, Lee Palmer, Sydney Scott, Anne Calvert Palmer, Daniel Palmer and Manny Robledo; and sister, Madeline Smith. She was preceded in death by George Hampton Tooke in 1995 and Peyton Graham in 2001. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was born Aug. 25, 1930, the middle daughter of the late Lula and Ethridge Garret. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the American Diabetes Association . ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 GROS, RUTH Ruth Melancon Gros, 84, a native and resident of Thibodaux, was born Dec. 6, 1927 and died peacefully at 8:37 p.m. Sunday, May 13, 2012, at her home surrounded by her loving family and friends. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with interment at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by sons, Joseph R. Durocher of Gray, William W. Durocher Jr. and wife, Pat Landry Durocher of Choupic, and Bradford J. Durocher and wife, Theresa Usey Durocher of Thibodaux; daughters, Elvie M. Duplantis and husband, Mark, of Houma and Ora Gros Dempster and husband, Dale, of Chackbay; grandchildren, B.J. Durocher and wife, Rebecca G. Durocher, Gabe Durocher and fiancée, Zina Cooley, Will Durocher III and wife, Katheleen Verret Durocher, Megan Durocher Clausen and husband, Jeremy, Paul and Drew Duplantis, Zachery Dempster and wife, Gabby Lassere Dempster, and Isaac Paul Dempster; great- grandchildren, Tyler, Trey, David, Jordan, and Brayden Durocher, Leighanne Durocher, Devyn and Christian Durocher, Addison and Jackson Clausen, Try, and Rylee Dempster, and Cooper Duplantis; and sisters-in-law, Hilda Melancon and Betty Melancon. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard "Bananna" and Marie Faucheaux Melancon; brothers, L.J. Melancon Jr. and Leander A. Melancon; first husband, William W. Durocher Sr.; and second husband, Alford L. Gros. Her most joyous moments of life was spending time with her children, grandchildren, and her great-grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking for her family gatherings and playing cards, pedro with her son-in-law, and bingo. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Thibodaux Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 HEBERT, FRED, SR. Fred Clay Hebert Sr., a native and resident of Thibodaux, died peacefully in his home Sunday, May 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ruby Beauvais Hebert; six children, Susan and husband, Barry Verdun, Sandra and husband, Joseph Kolwe Sr., Sharon and husband, Victor Rodrigue, Connie and husband, Robert "Moose" Duet, Melanie and husband, Scott Ganaway, and Fred C. Hebert Jr. and wife, Caroline Blum Hebert; two sisters, Louise Boydston and Elsie Molaison; and proud grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dennis and Juliette Soignet; four brothers Paul, Oniel, Gilbert, Dennis; and four sisters, Gertrude Landry, Mabel Percle Luquette, Adriel Bourgeois and Yvonne Babin. Fred was born on May 25, 1927 in Thibodaux. He was an employee of Acadia Dairy with 49 years of service and the Daily Comet with 20 years of service. He was a retired member of the Home, Hook, and Ladder Fire Co. with 45 years of service. He was also a parishioner and usher of St. Joseph Co-Cathedral and St. Genevieve Church. He dedicated his life to his family and enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and dear friends. The family would like to thank Dr. James Soignet, the staff of Thibodaux Regional, and the staff of St. Joseph Hospice for their comfort and care. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or St. Joseph Hospice. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 LOTT, BOBBY, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Bobby Gerald Lott Jr., 38, of Houma, died Saturday, May 12, 2012 in Slidell. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Moore Funeral Home Chapel in Petal, Miss. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the chapel, followed by burial in Forrest Memorial Gardens. He is survived by two daughters, Alexa Madison Lott of Houma and Kelsie Nicole Lott of Meridian; his fiancée, Kerry Lynn Devore of Picayune; his parents, Bobby and Sandra Lott of Houma; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Willard and Melvenia Lott, and Grover and Anne Stem. Mr. Lott was a consultant for A & W and a member of Carterville Baptist Church. Moore Funeral Home of Petal, Miss. is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 SCHAUBHUT, MERLIN, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Merlin J. Schaubhut Sr., 95, a native and resident of Des Allemands, died Saturday, May 12, 2012 in Des Allemands. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Des Allemands. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in St. Gertrude Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Gladys Matherne Schaubhut; children, Merlin J. Schaubhut Jr. and wife, Joyce C., Linda Schaubhut Cunningham and husband, Eugene A., and Karen Schaubhut Loupe and husband, Steven J.; siblings, Arthur Jr. and John Schaubhut, and Lillian Dufrene; and seven grandchildren, 14 great- grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Schaubhut Sr. and Rose C. Schaubhut; one grandchild and one great-great-grandchild; and siblings, Eywyn Schaubhut, Vivian Rogers and Rita Matherne. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 SCOTT, JACQUELINE Correction on date of death: Jacqueline C. Scott, 63, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 15 to May 16, 2012 VEDROS, DANIEL Daniel "Danny" Vedros, 57, a native of Mathews and resident of Boutte, died at 6:46 p.m. Sunday, May 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Paradis. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial at St. Charles Cemetery in Luling. He is survived by his companion, Karen Sellers; mother, Beulah Vedros; son, Aaron Vedros; brother, Rene Vedros; sisters, Cheryl Adams and husband, Tony, Denise Folse and husband, Hodges Jr., and Lisa Dufrene and husband, Bruce; and six nieces and nephews and four great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Ranson Vedros. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 ARVIE, AGNES ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Agnes "Penny" Arvie, a native of Raceland and resident of Houston, died at 11:50 a.m. Thursday, May 10, 2012. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday at Waddell Riverside Funeral Home and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Cullen Missionary Baptist Church, 13233 Cullen Blvd. in Houston. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Melton Arvie; six brothers, Sidney Poindexter Sr. of Raceland, Sterling Pierre and Norman Pierre of Houma, Albert Triggs of Raceland, Tom Newton and Joe Tillman of Houma; and six sisters, Lorraine Fusilier of Houma, Ethel Poindexter of Raceland, Rita Meads of Labadieville, Sherry B. Nixon of Houma, Patricia Lewis of Houma and Hattie Mae James of Baton Rouge. She was preceded in death by her father, Willie Poindexter; her mother, Audrey Pierre; brother, Willie Poindexter; sister, Audrey Poindexter; grandmother, Agnes Smith; one nephew, Donnie L. Gray; and niece, Myesha Arvie. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 18, 2012 AUTIN, LAURIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Laurie F. Autin, 56, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 10:40 p.m. Monday, May 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church. She is survived by his wife, Steven Autin; mother, Nell R. France; son, Aaron Autin; two daughters, Jennifer Pepper and husband, Kirk, and Lynette Flowers and husband, Madison; five grandchildren, Evan and Ava Pepper, Kegan, Truly, and Maisy Flowers; two brothers, Thomas J. France Jr. and Robert France; and three sisters, Jackie F. Zeringue, Julie F. Class and Nicole F. Richard. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas J. France Sr. She was a parishioner of St. Hilary Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 CALLAIS, IRENE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Irene Vizier Callais, 78, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Cut Off, died at 11:35 p.m. Sunday, May 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off. Mass will be held at noon Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose, with burial at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. She is survived by her sons, Ricky J. Callais and wife, Crystal, and Dennis A. Callais; daughters, Suzanne Callais Loudon and husband, Clifford, and Carolyn Callais Adams and husband, Patrick J.; brothers, Jamie and Johnny Vizier; sister, Gloria LaBiche; and seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lindy "Cuz" J. Callais; parents, Belonie Vizier and Henriette Guidry Vizier; brothers, Leroy and Adam Vizier; and sister, Kathleen Melancon. He was Catholic. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 COOPER, ANNETTE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Annette Cooper, 48, a native and resident of Raceland, died Saturday, May 12, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel in Raceland. Religious services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at the chapel, with burial to follow at Young Ladies Benevolent Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by two children, Crystal Cooper and Marco Cooper; her mother, Katie Cooper Kelly; her father, William Wheaton Jr.; six brothers, Joseph (Joyce) Wheaton, Alvin Wheaton, Keith (Sandra) Wheaton, Chris Wheaton, Donald (Kim) Wheaton and Ronald Lee (Mellissa) Wheaton; 14 sisters, Sandra Van Buren, Dawn Wheaton, Frances (Vernon) Wheaton, Cheryl (Raymond) Cleveland, Sandra (Charles) Williams, Gayle Johnson, Jennifer (Norman) Bishop, Trisha (Marlon) Every, Rosalyn (Jamie) Howard, Lorraine (Ron) Harris, Phylicia Robinson, Delisha Robinson, Juanita Johnson and Tokelliar Wheaton; and seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Anita Wheaton and William Wheaton Sr.; sisters, Janell and Carolyn Johnson; and brother Albert Johnson Jr. She was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 EVANS, DONALD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Donald Nelson Evans, 62, a native of Beaufort, S.C. and resident of Gibson, died at 1:26 a.m. Saturday, May 12, 2012. No Services are scheduled He is survived by his wife, Christina "Chris" S. Evans; daughters, Keri LeBoeuf and Lisa Evans; brother, Bill Evans; sister, Belinda Harrolle; and four step- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Nelson Grover Evans; and mother, Eva Youmans Evans. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 18, 2012 GOMEZ, LUIS, JR. Luis Rey Gomez Jr., 3 hours, 5 min, a native and a resident of Houma, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at Annunziata Catholic Church in Houma. He is Survived by his mother, Kristy Kay LeBouef Gomez of Houma; father, Luis Rey Gomez Sr. of Houma; brothers, Austin Bourg, Walter Bourg III, Caiden Bourg, Jorge Gomez and Arian Gomez; sisters, Jazmyne Bourg and Nadia Alvarado; maternal grandparents, Frank LeBouef and wife, Kathy, JoAnn Adams and husband, Joel; paternal grandparents, Margarito Gomez and Catalina Dominguez; uncles, Anthony LeBouef and wife, Amanda, Josh Leco, James LeBouef, Ismael Gomez and companion, Claudia, and Elias Gomez; aunts, Angel and Michelle LeBouef, and Elsa Gomez; great-grandfather, Casto Dominguez and companion, Christina; great- grandmothers, Barbara Leco, Elder LeBouef, Rosa Cortez and companion, Thomas, and Florinda Flores; godmother, Jamie Naquin; godfather, Paul Wright; nana, Alberta Leco; papaw, Leroy Dufrene; gmaw, Karen Naquin; adopted aunts and uncles, Christy Trahan and husband, Drius, Jennifer Luke and husband, John, and Holli Nelton, Randy Nelton and companion, Brad Lirette; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Jorge Gomez; and great-grandfathers, Anthony " Kerner" Leco Sr., Thaddeus U. LeBouef and Ricardo Gomez. Rest in peace our love, mommy, daddy, brothers and sisters, until we meet again. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 GRIFFIN. HORRIS ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Horris T. Griffin, 83, a native of Valentine and resident of Lockport, died at 9:05 a.m. Monday, May 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday and from 8 to 10:45 a.m. Friday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Dolores H. Griffin; seven sons, Harris Griffin and wife, Joannie, Mitch Griffin and wife, Vickie, Andrew Griffin and wife, Grace, Milfred Griffin and wife, Donna, Bryan Griffin and wife, Maureen, Alexander Griffin and wife, Dana, and Darren Griffin and wife, Melissa; six daughters, Karen Charpentier and husband, Farrell, Lori St. Pierre and husband, Michael, Nancy Johnson and husband, Clyde, Angela Griffin, Allicen Griffin, and Paula Malone and husband, David; brother, Herbert Griffin; and 24 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Telemaque and Josephine Griffin; three brothers, Clifton, Alexander, and Ellis Griffin; and three sisters, Evelina Rodrigue, Theresa Griffin and Shirley Griffin. He was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 JENKINS, WILLIS Willis "Herman" Jenkins, 91, of Pinson, Ala. went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, May 9, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Serena Reid Jenkins of Pinson; his son, Willis Herman "Jenks" Jenkins Jr. of Jonesboro, Tenn.; his daughters, Beverly White of Nashville, Tenn. and Julie Kern of Roanoke, Va. and his step- daughters Traci Wilkey of Trussville and Melissa Gilbert of St. Petersburg, Fla.; and eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Herman was born in Tarboro, N.C. and graduated from Christ School in Arden/Ashville, N.C. He served his country in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman in both World War II and Korea. Once discharged he pursued and earned a bachelor's degree in economics and business from the University of Virginia and was one of the first class to earn a master's degree in Hospital Administration from Georgia State University. Over the next 40+ years, he had a very rewarding career, serving as administrator of Copper Basin Hospital in Copper Hill, Tenn., Cooper Hospital in Camden, N.J. and assistant administrator of Johnson City Hospital in Johnson City, Tenn. and Terrebonne General Medical Center in Houma. He also worked for the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals as an administrator field representative. In his retirement, Herman and Serena owned an antique shop. He also enjoyed remodeling houses, gardening and woodworking. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations in Herman's name be made to his beloved Christ School in Arden/Ashville, N.C. Ridout's Trussville Chapel is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 KIEFF, STEPHANIE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Stephanie Galjour Kieff, 55, a native and resident of Larose, died at 7:32 p.m. Monday, May 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her life partner, Davis Kieff; daughter, Monique Griffin Barbaree and husband, Jeffrey; son, Dane Kieff; brother, Thomas Galjour; sister, Rosalie Galjour Bruce; and two grandchildren, Aden and Emma Savoie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roland J. Galjour and Emelda Pierce Galjour. She loved spending time with her family and her grandchildren were her eyes. She was empathetic to a fault and an avid care taker. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 PICOU, LERNA Lerna Pitre Picou, 64, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Monday, May 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houma. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her mother, Aurelia Pitre; son, Kevin Picou; daughters, Lisa Authement and husband, Eldon Jr., and Angela Soudelier and husband, Jeff Jr.; brothers, Gene Pitre, Ricky Pitre, Edward Pitre Jr., Daniel Pitre and Jerry Pitre; sister, Judy Brown; and 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland Picou Jr.; father, Edward Pitre; and brother, Larry Pitre. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 18, 2012 ROBERTSON, ALBERTHA Albertha Robertson, 65, a resident of Houma and native of Raceland, died at 7:25 a.m. Saturday, May 12, 2012 at her residence. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Dularge Community Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. She is survived by two brothers, Willie Robertson Sr. of Houma and Wesley Robertson of River Ridge; two sisters, Bertha Mae Cooper of Houma and Virginia Loston of Thibodaux; and a host of relatives and friends. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City/Franklin/Jeanerette is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 16 to May 17, 2012 TREGRE, ALEXANDER Alexander Joseph Tregre, 73, died Friday, May 11, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 Louisiana 644 in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with interment in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. He is survived by his children, Thomas Tregre, Tammy Distefano, Tina Tregre, Troy Tregre, Terri Tregre and Todd Tregre; seven grandchildren; and siblings, Esther Tregre, Edward Tregre, Horace Tregre, Cecelia Hebert, Clarabelle Delatte, Linda Cortez and Thelma Toups. He was preceded in death by his wife, Deborah Tregre; former wife, Sheila C. Tregre; and parents, Remy Joseph Tregre and Frosine Marie Rome Tregre. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 AUBERT, JAMES "PT" ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== James "PT" Aubert, 78, a native of Houma and resident of Chicago, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Lucy Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with interment in St. Francis de Sales Mausoleum No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Lewis Aubert of Chicago; sons, Eric Aubert, D.M.D. of St. Louis. and Gerard Aubert of Spring, Texas; and two grandchidren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Leola Stovall Aubert; brothers, Clarence and Hayward Aubert; and sister, Rosadell Aubert Fleming. He was a self employed Litho printer. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to St. Lucy Catholic Church Building Fund. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 BAKER, ROY Roy Albert Baker, 69, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Monday, May 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 to 10:45 a.m. Friday at Greater New Salem Baptist Church. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in Southdown Cemetery. He is survived by his companion, Felica Lee of Houma; brother, Philip Ray Baker of Houma; and sister, Alma A. Scott of Houma. He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip Albert Calloway and Alma Baker Walker; brothers, Welton Dunaway, Edward Moses, Dennis Baker Walker and Calvin Calloway; three sisters, Emily Diggs, Mary Matthews and Willie Mae Banks; and grandparents, Sam Sr. and Savannah Henderson Baker. He was a member of Greater New Salem Baptist Church and retired from Piccadilly Cafeteria. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 BOLOTTE, RITA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rita Richard Bolotte, 82, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Labadieville, died at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Landry's Funeral Home in Labadieville and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Philomena Church in Labadieville. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Allen Bolotte and wife, Beverly, Irvin Bolotte and wife, Sandra, and David Bolotte and wife, Denise; daughter, Lisa Foret and husband, Donald; brothers, Kenneth and Lindsey Richard; sisters, Anna Mae Simoneaux, Geneva Landry and Evelyn Guillot; eight grandchildren, Michelle Vaughn, Eric Bolotte, Stephanie Gaudet, Nichole Bolotte, Danielle Cashio, Jason Bolotte, Donnie Foret and Lindsey Foret; and 10 great-grandchildren, Connor and Delaney Vaughn, Amelia Gaudet, Taylor and Reighlie Waston, Jada and Jason, Jr. Bolotte, Autumn, Bryant, and Zackary Foret. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd "L.J." Bolotte; parents, Algier and Ida Cedotal Richard; and brothers, Melvin "Mike" and Irvin Richard. We would like to thank the nurses and aides of Audubon Guest House for the care that was given to our mother. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 BRADBERRY, CUNNINGHAM ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Cunningham "Mouse" Bradberry, 75, a native of Grand Isle and resident of Mathews, died at 5:05 a.m. Saturday, May 12, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews. Mass will be held at noon Saturday at the church, with burial in Resurrection Memorial Park Cemetery in Mathews. He is survived by his by his wife of 52 years, Peggy St. Pierre Bradberry; daughter, Carla Bradberry Landry and husband, Brady; two grandchildren, Courtney and Calvin Landry; great-grandchild, McKenzie Landry; brother, Gene Bradberry of San Diego; and sister, Marjorie "Put" Bradberry of Grand Isle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Augustine Gisclair Bradberry; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Edgar and Rosalie A. St. Pierre. He was a longtime member of the Lockport Volunteer Fire Dept. and Lockport Senior Citizens. He was a retired deputy with the Lafourche Parish Police Dept. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 DICKIE, GEORGE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== George Allan Dickie, DMD, 79, a native of Cleveland and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. John's Episcopal Church, 718 Jackson St. in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church. Burial will follow cremation at a later date. He is survived by his wife, Rita H. Dickie; children, Nancy A. Dickie, Scott A. Dickie and wife, Allyson, and Georgia D. Elfert and husband, Philip; stepson, Harry J. Boyer Jr.; grandchildren, Joshua B. Dickie, Hannah K. Dickie, Adia E. Elfert and Olivia A. Elfert; stepgrandchildren, Nicole M. Boyer and Brittney E. Boyer; sister, Janet D. Fincher; former wife, Lucille W. Henry; and stepmother, Henrietta S. Glaus. He was preceded in death by his parents, Allan Dickie and Nancy Hambright Dickie. He graduated from Kent State University, BS June, 1954; University of Illinois, 1955, Master of Science in Geology; and Case Western Reserve University, 1965, Doctor of Dental Medicine. Dr. Dickie practiced dentistry in Vacherie from 1965 until his retirement in 1992. He held memberships in the Bayou District Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Association and American Dental Association. He loved snow skiing and mountain climbing in Colorado. He was an avid runner and participated in many 10K races. George was a good husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend. The family would like to thank Journey Hospice and the Lafourche Home for the Aged for their kind and considerate care during his stay there. Special thanks to everyone. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Louisiana Walks for Parkinson's, P.O. Box 355, Metairie, LA 70006. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 EMILE, OLLIE Ollie Emile, 71, a native of Gibson and resident of Baton Rouge, died Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Baton Rouge General Hospital. Funeral services were held May 15 at Masjid Al Rahman Islamic mosque, with burial in Roselawn Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Hassan Malik Emile; three sons, Jamile, Hakin, and Elijah Emile; two daughters, Naeemah Emile and Rascidah Porche and husband, Ullyssus, all of Baton Rouge; seven grandchildren and three great- grandchildren; three brothers, Willie, Owen Wesley, and Bernard Williams of Gibson; and two sisters, Bernice Gray of Gibson, and Eveline McGuire and husband, Archie of Gray. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Ollie Williams; and three brothers, Clarence, Arthur Jr. and Rossevelt Williams. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 LOUPE, MARY Mary Ann Pierce Loupe, 80, native of Cut Off and resident of Larose, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the church, with burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Cut Off. She is survived by her sons, George Loupe Jr. and wife, Dana, and Chad Loupe and wife, Jamie; five daughters, Pamela Chiasson and husband, Billy, Mona Oehlbalm and husband, Michael, Debra Slade and husband, Dale, Leslie Schwertz and husband, Billy, and Anna Martin and husband, Bret; brother, Webster Pierce Jr.; sister, Rosemary Adams; and 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Loupe Sr.; and sister, Peggy Guidry. She was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 MARTINEZ, KATHERINE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Katherine "Sister" Thibodaux Martinez, 93, a native and resident of Napoleonville, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 16, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Katherine "Tatty" and husband, Michael "Mickey" Gaudet, of Napoleonville and Agatha and husband, William "Bill" Caballero of Baton Rouge; son, Earl "Tibby" and wife, Renee' Miranne Martinez of Napoleonville; son-in-law, Richard Bergeron of Napoleonville; former daughter-in-law, Judie Webre Martinez of Napoleonville; grandchildren, Michael and wife, Tanya Gaudet, Christopher and wife, Jamie Wright Gaudet, Jason Gaudet, Timonty Martinez, Steven Martinez, Benton and wife, Tara Landry Martinez, Gregory and wife, Sally Brown Martinez, Patrick Martinez, Jennifer and husband, Jensen Bergeron, Christy Caballero, Julie and husband, Vincent Liberto, Kathi and husband, Derek Aucoin, Mindy Bergeron, and Richard "Richie" and wife, Alison Bergeron; great-grandchildren, Shaelyn, Timothy, Seth, and Caroline Martinez, DJ Aucoin, Elise and Noah Gaudet, Jake, John William and Andrew Bergeron, and Paisley and Sawyer Martinez. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Francis Martinez; her parents, Earl John and Mary Ann Lauland Thibodaux; daughter, Elizabeth Martinez Bergeron; son, James Andrew Martinez; brothers, Earl John "EJ" Thibodaux Jr. and Harold Thibodaux; and great-granddaughter, Amelia Ann Gaudet. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be missed dearly by all who knew her. Her cherished moments in life were the ones she spent with her family. Maw Sister's pride and joy were her 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Sister was a retired teacher in the Assumption Parish School System and a lifelong parishioner of St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville. She was a member of the Ladies Altar Society of St. Anne and the Church of Immaculate Conception for many years. Pallbearers will be Maw Sister's nine grandsons, Michael, Christopher and Jason Gaudet, Timothy, Steven, and Ben Martinez, Gregory and Patrick Martinez and Richard "Richie" Bergeron. The family wishes to give special thanks to Mrs. Sister's dedicated caregivers, Barbara Bourgeois and Monica Trahan; Lindsey Gauthe' with Amedisys Home Health, Amedisys Hospice, Houma; and Dr. Charles P. Bolotte and staff of Napoleonville. "I'm not really dying today. No person ever died that had a family. I'll be around a long time. A thousand years from now a whole township of my offspring will be biting sour apples in the gumwood shade." From Ray Bradbury's "The Leave-Taking" Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 17 to May 18, 2012 SMITH, NOEL, II Noel Lissitt Smith II, 62, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, May 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Military service will be held at noon Saturday. Noel is survived by Suzzannie Pitre Smith and their three children, Michelle and her daughter, Emily Kefer of Houston, Noel and Melissa Smith III and their children, Nathan and Annalsye of Seattle, Wash., Joshua Smith of Houma; his mother, Joyce T. Smith of Houma; brothers, Kim Smith of Houma and Kip Smith of Florida; and sisters, Joy Amy DeUel and Eva Marie Smith of Houma. He was preceded in death by his father, Don R. Smith Sr. of Houma; brothers, Don R. Smith Jr. and Flex Tucker Smith of Houma; grandparents Noel L. and Eva M. Smith of Lansing Mich., and Wyatt D. and Mable Alice Tucker of Ovett, Miss. Noel was a 21 year veteran of the U.S. Army, serving two tours in Vietnam. He continued his service to the community by teaching Special Education at Evergreen Junior High. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to be made to the ARMY Emergency Relief fund. Their website is www.aerhq.org. 1. Send your check to: Army Emergency Relief, 200 Stovall Street, Room 5S33, Alexandria, VA 22332-0600 2. Include the following information: Name and your relationship (father, fellow soldier, sister, friend, etc.) to the person you are donating in honor/memory of: Maj. Noel L. Smith II, Ft Polk, LA. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 18 to May 19, 2012 BOURGEOIS, RACHEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rachel Winn Bourgeois, 33, a lifelong resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, May 10, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John's Episcopal Church, 718 Jackson St. in Thibodaux. She is survived by her mother, Helen Winn Houston Bourgeois; her father, John Tilden Bourgeois; stepmother, Linda B. Bourgeois; brother, Samuel Tilden Bourgeois; aunt, Maxey Houston Schultz and husband, Francis J. Schultz of New Orleans; uncle, Frank Norman Houston III and wife, Barbara Parks Houston of Hobbs, N.M.; uncle, Honore' Bourgeois Jr. and wife, Bennie; plus numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Frank Norman and Etta Maxey Houston; her paternal grandparents, Honore' and Rita Robichaux Bourgeois; and aunt, Virginia Bourgeois Smith. Rachel was a 1997 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a manager of Unclaimed Freight Co. for the past 15 years. Rachel was a much loved member of the family. May God hold her in the palm of his hand. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 18 to May 19, 2012 CHAIX, EARLINE Earline Zimmer Chaix, 87, passed away on Monday, May 14, 2012. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive in Metairie. Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday at the funeral home, with interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. She was the beloved wife of Alonzo Harold Chaix Sr.; loving mother of Sandra Bilello (Frank), Alonzo Chaix, Jr. (Jayne), Suzette Caldwell, and David Chaix (Tammy); proud grandmother of Donnie, Brett, Scott, Brian, Michael, Richard Jr., Mark, Connie, David Jr. and Shelby; great-grandmother of 23; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents, Phanor and Sadie Zimmer; siblings, Earl and Archie Zimmer, Henrietta Lea and Ura Mae Joly; and son-in-law, Richard Caldwell. Mrs. Chaix was a member of St. Agnes Alter Society, American Legion Post No. 267 and the Pink House Senior Citizens in Jefferson. She loved Bingo and enjoyed spending her spare time in her garden. Earline was a dedicated employee for the Jefferson Parish School Board for more than 30 years. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Garden of Memories Funeral Home of Metairie is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 18 to May 19, 2012 GONZALES, JENNIFER Jennifer "JANE" Jones Gonzales, 59, a native of Muncie, Ind. and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012. No services will be held. She is survived by her husband, Stephen Paul Gonzales of Houma; daughter, Carissa Rene Ricourd and husband, Isreal; and brothers, Stan, Steve, and Tim Jones. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman Emerson and Eva Foster Jones; and brothers, Owen and Greg Jones. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 18 to May 19, 2012 LEBLANC, SAMUEL, JR. Samuel J. LeBlanc Jr., 41, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Nashville, Tenn., died at 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 11, 2012, of a massive heart attack. A memorial visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 28, 457 La. 398 in Labadieville. He is survived by his parents, Patricia Aucoin LeBlanc and Samuel LeBlanc Sr.; brother, Thomas Frey; and sisters, Theresa LeBlanc Gros and Christina LeBlanc. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry and Cora Aucoin, and Leonce and Hilda LeBlanc. He was a server at Ted's Montana Grill and Rumbas. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to help with final expenses to be sent to: Teresa Gros, 457 La. 398, Labadieville, LA 70372. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 18 to May 19, 2012 MATTHEWS, JOYCE Joyce Elanie Matthews, 63, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, May 10, 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 Mechanicville Emmanuel Baptist Church Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, James G. Matthews; son, Monroe Pittman III and wife, Jeanelle; daughters, Danielle M. Jones and husband, Mark, and Lolita Gray and husband, Darrell; brothers, Eddie Jackson, Melvin, Kevin, Timothy, and Billy Jones; sisters, Maude H. Diggs and husband, Roudolph, and Loretta A. Hampton and husband, Antione; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Queenester and McKinley Jones Sr.; brothers, Lorenzo I. Jones, Earl James Jones and McKinley Jones Jr.; and sister, Cecile Jones. She was a Baptist. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 18 to May 19, 2012 WILSON, CARLAYA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Carlaya Wilson, 2, a native and resident of Donaldsonville, died Sunday, May 13, 2012 at Prevost Memorial Hospital in Donaldsonville. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Williams and Southall Funeral Home, 101 Loop 945 in Donaldsonville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the chapel, with burial at Emanuel Baptist Church Cemetery in Donaldsonville. She is survived by her parents, Tina and Carl Wilson Sr. of Donaldsonville; sister, Jairelle Ross; maternal grandparents, Catherine Allen and Christopher Smith Sr.; paternal grandmother, Doris Manchester; and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother, Carl Wilson Jr. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 18 to May 19, 2012 WOODS, DWIGHT Dwight Woods, 45, a native of Houma and resident of St. Gabriel, died Sunday, May 13, 2012. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Saturday at Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel in Raceland. Religious service will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the chapel, with burial at Southdown Cemetery in Houma. He is survived by his mother, Rosemary Nixon; stepfather, Christopher Nixon; a daughter, Dwanda Torregand; three sons, Dwight Martin, Sanchez Martin and Tray Carlos; two brothers, Ernest Woods and Williard Woods; and sister, Connie Dugan. He was preceded in death by his father, Willard Thomas; and brother Derrick Woods. He was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 19 to May 20, 2012 CHERAMIE, DARBY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Darby Silas "Darby Doo" Cheramie, 31, a native of Cut Off and resident of Cut Off and Labadieville, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Chapel in Cut Off and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Edwanna G. Kieff and husband, John; father, Delton "Del" Cheramie Jr. and wife, Melissa; grandparents, Louis Griffin Sr., Neva and Harold Griffin, Annie Cheramie and Lorena Guidry; stepbrothers, Regan Kieff, Jonathan Kieff and Jason Cheramie; and stepsisters, Jennifer Ordoyne and Emilie Cheramie. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dudline Griffin, Delton Cheramie Sr., Adolph Guidry and Edville Kieff Jr. Samar-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 19 to May 20, 2012 LEGENDRE, RITA Rita G. Legendre, 91, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Philip Legendre and wife, Susie, and Guy Legendre Jr. and wife, Loretta; daughter-in-law, Lindell Legendre; and five grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, 11 step- great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Guy G. Legendre Sr.; parents, Clement and Virginia Gaubert; son, Daniel "Duck" Legendre; four brothers, Harry, Emile, Arnaud, and Roland Gaubert; and two sisters, Lillie Mae Gaubert and Marion Chauvin. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 19 to May 20, 2012 PIERRE, RON Ron Pierre, 40, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 8:30 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 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Wendy and husband, John A. Verdin of Houma; father and stepmother, Raymond and wife, Linda Pierre of Dulac; son, Fabian Michael Billiot of Dulac; daughters, Unique Simone Billiot of Dulac, Asia Cannon of Houma and Leah Hebert of Houma; sisters, Melinna Pierre of Houma and Brandy Pierre of Louisville, Ky.; step sisters, Kateri Chassion of Lockport and Rosalyn Verdin of Baton Rouge; stepbrother, Little John Verdin of Raceland; granddaughter, Kennedy Billiot of Houma; grandparents, Clarence Fitch of Houma and Lillian Pierre of Dulac; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Amanda Pierre; and grandparents, Hattie Fitch and Ivy Pierre. He was a loving and respectful person. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 19 to May 20, 2012 Wilcox, MARTHA MEHALIK Martha Mehalik Wilcox, 53, a native of Schriever and resident of North Augusta, S.C., died Wednesday, May 2, 2012, after an 11 year battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held at 11:45 a.m. Monday at Terrebonne Memorial Park in Houma. She is survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Carl Wilcox; and her parents, Thomas and Claire Moreau Mehalik. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet on May 20, 2012 FANGUY, BETTY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Betty Marie Porche Fanguy, 68, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, May 17, 2012. Services will be held at a later date. She is survived by her husband, Charles Fanguy; sons, Derek Fanguy and wife, Rene, and Ryan Fanguy and wife, Tanya; sister, Elizabeth Domangue; and five grandchildren, Lane, Blake, Paige, Ty, and Tess. She was preceded in death her father, Horace Porche; mother, Irene Marcel Porche; and brother, Gerald Porche. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 20 to May 22, 2012 LANCLOS, ROBERT Robert Lanclos, native of Opelousas, a 20 year resident of Houma and more recently a resident of Mandeville, passed from this life on Thursday, May 17, 2012, at his home in Mandeville. A memorial service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Serenity Funeral Home, 20419 Hwy. 36, Covington. Visitation will begin from 11 a.m. to service time. He was the loving husband of Anita Kidder Lanclos; devoted father of Gregory B. Lanclos and Kenneth W. Lanclos; brother of Louise Tracalek, Joyce Diaz, Roger Lanclos and Adam Lanclos; and grandfather of Skye Arial Barrios-Lanclos. He was preceded in death by his parents, Colostie Lavergne and Louis Lanclos; and siblings, Merrick Gaudeau and Langford Touchet. Serenity Funeral Home, Covington is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet on May 20, 2012 MCKEON, PHILLIP ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Phillip William McKeon, 62, a native of Metairie and resident of Houma, died Monday, May 14, 2012. Memorial service will be held at a later date. He is survived by his ex-wife, Robyn McElroy; son, Maurice McKeon; mother, Mary Ann Bourg McKeon; brother, Robert McKeon; and sisters, Betty Bye, Mauricia Carele, Ann Gruber and Patricia Vela. He was preceded in death by his father, Maurice McKeon. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet on May 20, 2012 SEEGER, ROBERT Robert "Bob" Emmett Seeger, 74, a native of New Orleans and resident of Franklinton, was born Aug. 4, 1937 and died Wednesday, May 16, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 2 at the Church of Christ in Bogalusa. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Dill Seeger; two children, Troy Robert Seeger, and Lisa Seeger Alleman and husband, Wade; grandchildren, Brandi, Brittan, and Brett Seeger, and Colton and Landon Alleman; great-grandson, Damian Currow; brother, E.B. Seeger; nieces, Marilyn Seeger Castle, Ann Seeger Duvigneaud, Debbie Hopkins, Cheryl Hopkins Fergusen and Kim Hopkins Sheffield; and nephew, Leonard Seeger. Bob also left behind a multitude of friends and is now with his Lord and Savior whom he loved and praised. Bob was born and raised in New Orleans, and graduated from St. Aloysius High School and Charity Hospital School of Radiologic Technology. While working at Baptist Hospital, he met nursing student, Sandra Dill, whom he later married. He served in the 159th Evacuation Hospital Unit and entered active duty for the Berlin Crisis in 1961; he received the Louisiana War Cross for outstanding service. After operating their Medical Imaging Corporation for 31 years, Bob retired to their thoroughbred horse farm near Franklinton. He gave up his horses in 2010 when diagnosed with Leukemia and enjoyed his remaining time with his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to his church, Church of Christ, 1516 Hwy. 21 North, Bogalusa, LA 70427. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 21 to May 22, 2012 CROCHET, SCOTT Scott James Crochet, 49, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 3:15 a.m. Saturday, May 19, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Cantrelle Crochet; parents, Elmore "E.J." Crochet Jr. and Evelina Blanchard Crochet; godchild, Kristy Lynn Crochet; step- grandchildren, Hunter, Logan, Bailey, and Trey Cantrelle; brother, Marty Crochet and wife, Alexis Vizier Crochet; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his stepson, Tracy Cantrelle; godchild, Nicholas Pitre; and sister, Carla Ann Crochet. He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He was an avid fisherman and loved going to the camp. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 21 to May 22, 2012 FANGUY, BETTY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Betty Marie Porche Fanguy, 68, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, May 17, 2012. Services will be held at a later date. She is survived by her husband, Charles Fanguy; sons, Derek Fanguy and wife, Rene, and Ryan Fanguy and wife, Tanya; sister, Elizabeth Domangue; and five grandchildren, Lane, Blake, Paige, Ty, and Tess. She was preceded in death her father, Horace Porche; mother, Irene Marcel Porche; and brother, Gerald Porche. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 21 to May 24, 2012 OLIVIER, RICHARD, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Richard Pierre Olivier Sr, 57, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, May 13, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church. He is survived by his wife, Amanda Cavalier Olivier; son, Richard Olivier Jr; daughter, April Olivier; brothers, Christian Olivier III and wife, Lelia, and Jacques Olivier and wife, Mary; sister, Marie Lynette Rhodes; grandsons, Austen and Kyi Jones; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Essie and Marceline Cavalier; sister-in-law, Karen LeBlanc and husband, Druis Jr; brothers-in-law, Mark Cavalier, and Chris Cavalier and wife, Lisa; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Christian Olivier Jr. and Lynette Hebert Olivier; sister, Rochelle Dumez and husband, Donald; niece, Nicole Olivier; nephew, Colin Rhodes; and ex-wife, Gwendolyn Boutiere He was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 21 to May 22, 2012 NARCISSE, GLADYS Gladys Gros Narcisse, 93, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Friday, May 18, 2012 at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two daughters, Mildred and husband, Norman Armour, and Mercedes and husband, Frederic Clarke of Vacherie; three sons, Morrison and wife, DeAudrey, Paul and wife, Doris Narcisse, all of Vacherie, and James and wife, Isabelle Narcisse of Westwego; one brother, Raymond and wife, Imelda Gros Sr.; five sisters, Lebora Burrull, Regina and Alice Steib, Daisy and husband, Ridgely Mitchell, Rose and husband, Teddy Boudoin; and 12 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Narcisse; son, Ernest Narcisse; paretns, Joseph N. Gros Sr. and Olympe Dumas Gros; three brothers, Francois Sr., Edmond Sr. and Joseph N. Gros Jr.; and three sisters, Olllie Narcisse, Olivia Martin and Nazie Gros. She was a homemaker. Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 21 to May 22, 2012 ST. AMANT, DONNA Donna Lynn St. Amant, 61, a native of Oakland, Calif. and resident of Montegut, died at 2:12 a.m. Saturday, May 19, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Grace Lutheran Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. She is survived by her husband, Mike St. Amant of Montegut; mother, Marion McCracken of Fort Madison, Iowa; daughters, Amy Gutknecht and husband, Brian, of Frisco, Texas and Jillian Montgomery and husband, Garrett, of Mandeville; brothers, Steve McCracken and wife, Kathy, of Fort Madison, Iowa and Chris McCracken and wife, Debbie, of Iowa City, Iowa; and grandchildren, Katie Lisle, Gage Lisle, Jacob Gutknecht, and Andrew Gutknecht. She was preceded in death by her father Walter McCracken of Fort Madison, Iowa. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. She was a special women with a wonderful heart and was a faithful Christian. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 21 to May 22, 2012 SEEGER, ROBERT Robert "Bob" Emmett Seeger, 74, a native of New Orleans and resident of Franklinton, was born Aug. 4, 1937 and died Wednesday, May 16, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 2 at the Church of Christ in Bogalusa. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Dill Seeger; two children, Troy Robert Seeger, and Lisa Seeger Alleman and husband, Wade; grandchildren, Brandi, Brittan, and Brett Seeger, and Colton and Landon Alleman; great-grandson, Damian Currow; brother, E.B. Seeger; nieces, Marilyn Seeger Castle, Ann Seeger Duvigneaud, Debbie Hopkins, Cheryl Hopkins Fergusen and Kim Hopkins Sheffield; and nephew, Leonard Seeger. Bob also left behind a multitude of friends and is now with his Lord and Savior whom he loved and praised. Bob was born and raised in New Orleans, and graduated from St. Aloysius High School and Charity Hospital School of Radiologic Technology. While working at Baptist Hospital, he met nursing student, Sandra Dill, whom he later married. He served in the 159th Evacuation Hospital Unit and entered active duty for the Berlin Crisis in 1961; he received the Louisiana War Cross for outstanding service. After operating their Medical Imaging Corporation for 31 years, Bob retired to their thoroughbred horse farm near Franklinton. He gave up his horses in 2010 when diagnosed with Leukemia and enjoyed his remaining time with his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to his church, Church of Christ, 1516 Hwy. 21 North, Bogalusa, LA 70427. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 21 to May 22, 2012 TRIGGS, LAWRENCE, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Lawrence Triggs Sr., 72, a native of Raceland and resident of Napoleonville, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Phillip Baptist Church in Labadieville. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Dianne Burdis; sons, Kenneth Triggs Sr., Lawrence Triggs Jr., Keith Triggs Sr. and Mark Triggs; daughter, Karen Triggs Jarrett; stepdaughters, Eva Burdis, Edwina Burdis, Laura Williams, Diane Suazo and Tameka Queen; brothers, Ronnie and Herbert Triggs; sisters, Marie and Christine Triggs, Vera Adam, Val Shelby and Louise Haughton; and 21 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elijah Triggs Jr. and Clara Harris Triggs; and two sisters, Darline and Eveline Triggs. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 22 to May 23, 2012 BOYD, JAY Jay Doyle Boyd, 80, a native of Wauricka, Okla. and resident of Breaux Bridge and long time resident of Houma, was born Aug. 30, 1931 and passed away Friday, May 18, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mildred Neely Boyd; sons, Jay Randall Boyd and wife, Denise, and David Lee Boyd and wife, Dione; brother, Freddie Boyd; sister, Linda Day; and grandchildren, Brett, Matthew, Sarah, and Zachary Boyd; and step-grandchild, Lizzie Polizzi. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Clara Boyd; and son, Ricky Joe Boyd. He served in the U.S. Army in the 88 7th Artillery Coast Guard. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 22 to May 23, 2012 CROCHET, THERESA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Theresa Anne Crochet, was born April 4, 1942 in New Orleans and died Thursday, May 17, 2012. Funeral services will begin at 4 p.m. on Friday at St. Bridgette Catholic Church in Schriever. Anne was a retired Lafourche Parish School bus driver. She is survived by her husband, Harold Jacob Crochet of Rockport, Texas; son, Karl Crochet (Lisa) of Enumclaw, Wash.; daughters, Lisa Crochet (Tina DeStefano) of Manassas, Va. and Lori Crochet-Dore (Alvin) of Baton Rouge; mother, Theresa Use-Picou of Houma, Louisiana; brothers, Floyd Picou (Brenda) and Donald Picou (Aaron Portier) both of Houma; and seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her father, Floyd Picou Sr. Expressions of sympathy may be made by donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Charlie Marshall Funeral Home of Aransas Pass is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 22 to May 23, 2012 GAUDET, LOUANNA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Louanna H. Gaudet, 77, a native of Lockport and resident of Raceland, died on Saturday, May 19, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Rene Gaudet; daughter, Michelle G. Pippen; brother, Malcolm Hebert; sisters, Gordon Ann Falgout and husband, Leonard, and Camellia Vessels and husband Richard; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin P. "Fuzz" Gaudet; special friend and caretaker, Wilson Danos; parents, Edmond and Francis Hebert; and brother, Warren Hebert. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 22 to May 23, 2012 LOUPE, DORA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dora Thibodeaux Loupe, 76, a native and resident of Lockport, died Saturday, May 19, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Savior Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Abel Loupe; four sons, Calvin Loupe Sr. and wife, Terry, Roland Loupe Sr., Nolan Loupe and wife, Annette, and William Loupe and wife, Stephanie; seven daughters, Betty Tastet and husband, Bobby, Edna Robichaux and husband, Ronald "Roach", Debra Boudreaux and companion, Marty Keith, Joan Adams and husband, Edward "T-Lee", Ruth Savoie and companion, Alvin Hebert, Mary Pearl Loupe, and Norlie Landry and husband, Mark; sister, Thelma Bouffanie; and 31 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ferlie' and Noelie Thibodeaux; five infant children; brother, Paul Thibodeaux; sister, Helen Bouvier; and one grandchild and three great-grandchildren. She was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 22 to May 23, 2012 MARRS, PEGGY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Peggy Ann Thomassie Marrs, 61, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 8:15 p.m. Monday, May 14, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Holy Savior Church in Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the cemetery. She is survived by her brothers, Douglas J. Thomassie Jr. and partner, Hedy Gazzo; sister, Judy Thomassie and husband, Werlin "Butch" Chiasson; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas J. Thomassie Sr. and Winnie Theriot Thomassie; and daughter, Victoria Thomassie. She was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. She was a bridge tender. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 22 to May 23, 2012 SYLVEST, JOSEPH ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Joseph E. Sylvest, 68, a native of Bassfield, Miss. and resident of Thibodaux, was born April 19, 1944 and died Sunday, May 20, 2012. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel. Religious services will be held at noon Wednesday at the chapel, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Judy Cook Sylvest; children, Debra Sylvest Kruger, Todd J. Sylvest, Penny Lambert Melancon and Clay Lambert; brother, Kenny Sylvest; sister, Yvonne Sylvest Kerley; and grandchildren, Chase Benoit, Lance Sylvest, Taylor Sylvest and Autumn Kruger. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Sylvest and Nannie Magee Sylvest; brothers, Francis and Donald Sylvest; and sister, Marie Sylvest Harris. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 22 to May 24, 2012 THIBODEAUX, JERRY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Jerry Joseph Thibodeaux, 62, a native of Houma and resident of Metairie, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday morning May 21, 2012, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. A wake will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in St. Mary Magdalen Church. Rosary will be recited by the members of the Knights of Columbus at 6:30 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held at noon Thursday in the church. Visitation will take place from 9 a.m. to Mass time. His devoted wife of 38 years, Annette Balsamo Thibodeaux, was at his side; sadly missed by his loving daughters, Tiffany Young and husband, Frank, and Melissa Yount and husband, Jeffrey; two adorable grandchildren, Frank M. Young III and Nina Rosalie Young; four sisters, Connie Parr, Brenda Rogers, Carolyn Roussel, and Debbie Wright; godmother, Grace Thibodeaux; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norma LeBouef and Ivy Thibodeaux. Jerry was forced to take an early retirement from his beloved teaching profession because of illness but his happiest days were spent in the classroom with his students. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Mary Magdelen Social Apostolate or the St. Jude Society. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home of Metairie is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 23 to May 24, 2012 BILELLO, CELIA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Celia B. Bilello, 92, a native of New Orleans and resident of Thibodaux, died at 8:58 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2012. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Co- Cathedral. Mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Ronald and Gerald Bilello; daughters, Diane B. Delaune, Linda B. Hebert and Sherry B. Dugas; and 14 grandchildren, two step- grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam Bilello; parents, Anthony and Antoinette "Lena" Bono; son, Donald Bilello; brothers, Joseph and Anthony Bono; and sister, Josephine B. Dairies. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 23 to May 24, 2012 FOURNIER, PETER Peter Fournier, 84, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 3:45 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Wayne Fournier and wife, Suzanne, and Keith Fournier and wife, Ann; daughter, Barbara Boudreaux and husband, Ferrel; and nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa Punch Fournier; and parents, Etienne and Cecile Fournier. He was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 23 to May 24, 2012 LEBOEUF, SARA Sara Fremin LeBoeuf, 62, a native of New Orleans and resident of Larose, died Friday, May 18, 2012. A memorial service will be held at May 26, 2012. Please contact Shannon Blair at 693-7984 for information. She is survived by her daughters, Shannon G. Blair, Charlotte Gonzales and Sharmyn G. Manry; son, George T. Fremin; and 11 grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence P. Fremin and Rosalie G. Fremin; and longtime companion, Conrad Winkler Sr. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 23 to May 24, 2012 LECOMPTE, DAVID David John LeCompte, 79, a native of Bourg and resident of Houma, died at noon on Sunday, May 20, 2012. Visitation will be from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, June Chauvin LeCompte; son, Rev. Glenn LeCompte; daughters, Ann LeCompte Bizette and husband, Dr. Greg Bizette, and Susan LeCompte Ledet and husband, Jerry Ledet Jr.; grandchildren, Breanne Bizette, Grant Bizette and Emily Ledet; sister-in-law, Emelda LeCompte; and brother-in- law, Norris Ledet. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wallace LeCompte and Louise Bonvillain LeCompte; brothers, Alden LeCompte Sr. and Roland LeCompte Sr.; and sisters, Mae LeCompte Lirette, Yvonne LeCompte and Betty LeCompte Ledet. David was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church where he was a lector and parish volunteer. He was a Marine Superintendent for 2R Drilling Company for 36 years. He served in the U.S. Air Force as Airman 1st Class during the Korean War and played tackle and end for the special services football team. He was an avid sports fan and was instrumental in setting up the sports program for St. Joseph Catholic High School in Chauvin. He was a former member of The Knights of Columbus Council at St. Joseph Church in Chauvin. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association . Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 23 to May 24, 2012 MONGRUE, CECILE Cecile Brou Mongrue, 88, a native of Welsh and longtime resident of Luling, died at home on Sunday, May 20, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Luling. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Charles Cemetery. She is survived by her loving children, Marie-Helene "Mitzi" Penick, Roy Mongrue Jr. and wife, Lisa, Emma Green and husband, Mark, James Mongrue and wife, Reina, and Marguerite Emerson and husband, Bruce; grandchildren, Leslie and husband, Andrew, Jeffrey, Amanda, Emily and husband, Joshua, Gerard, Trey, William, Julie, John, Thomas, Andres, Jacob and Elliot; and great- grandchildren, Aubrey, Aiden, Helene, and Nathalie. She was preceded in death by her parents, F.J. and Helene Brou; beloved husband, Ray A. Mongrue; and siblings, Marie-Louise Ladow, Sis. Marguerite Brou, Francis Brou, Maurice Brou, Sis. Jane Frances Brou, Jeanne Caillet and Edward Brou. She was a faithful servant of God and a devout Catholic. She was a former secretary for St. Charles Parish Schools at J.B. Martin and the Department of Human Resources and Humble Oil Co. Her family would like to thank those who provided wonderful care to our mother over the past year, especially, Irma Grow and Barbara Harry. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 23 to May 24, 2012 WREN, EMMIT ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Rev. Emmit Leonard Wren, 86, of Lake Charles died at 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, May 20, 2012, at his residence, surrounded by his family. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the chapel, officiated by the Rev. Randy Edwards, Rev. Ernest Walker, and Rev. Lloyd Carroll. Burial will be in Highland Memory Garden Cemetery. Those left to cherish his memory are his two daughters, Susan Smith of Deville, and Becky Farque and husband, Brantley of Iowa; two sons, Michael Wren and wife, Millie, of Houma and Paul Wren of Aurora, Colo.; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Elvin Lee Wren and wife, Carol of Boise. He was preceded in death by his wife, Clemmie Wren. Rev. Wren was born on Dec. 24, 1925 in St. Landry, to Oscar and Mable Wren. He was a graduate of Morrow High School and also of Louisiana College. He served in the U.S. Navy before working in the paper mills in Crossett, Ark. where he met his wife of 63 years, Clemmie Watkins. Rev. Wren then became a minister and practiced for more than 50 years. He was ordained at St Landry Baptist Church in 1957. He Pastored at Friendship Baptist Church in Pine Prairie, Elizabeth Memorial in Branch, First Baptist Church of Gray in Gray, and Bethel Baptist Church in Lake Charles. Following retirement, he worked as Interim Pastor of Topsy Baptist Church. He enjoyed many things in life including gardening, fishing, cooking, and wood working. His greatest passion was sharing the love of Jesus, ministering, and bringing people to know Jesus as their personal Savior. Rev. Wren loved to laugh and tell a good story. He never met a stranger and had a gift for making life long friends. He shared his wisdom and life with all that knew him. Johnson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 24 to May 25, 2012 CLAY, HAROLD ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Harold Dayward Clay, 59, of Harrison, Tenn., passed away Monday, May 14, 2012. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, 233 Garrett and McGill Road, Poplarville, Miss. 39470. Dr. Eric Pridmore and Rev. Lisa Pridmore will officiate at the service. He is survived by his daughter, Tiffany (James) St. John of Atlanta; stepson, Damon (Ashley) Duval of Auburn, Ala.; two grandchildren; father, Harold Clay of Lake Jackson, Texas; four sisters, Bonnie Boyce of Poplarville, Miss., Marilyn Chaney and Marcia Daniels, both of Bonham, Texas, Lisa Chapman of Lake Jackson, Texas; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys Reaves; and two brothers, Roger and Gary Clay. Harold retired as a Lineman for Bell South after 37 years of service. He was an avid gardener and a member of Greenwood Baptist Church in Ooltewah. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Harbor Evangelism International Inc., P.O. Box 392, Apison, TN 37302. White Funeral Home of Poplarville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 24 to May 25, 2012 CLEMENT, MICHAEL ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Michael Robert Clement, 68, a native and resident of Chackbay, died Tuesday, May 22, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy B. Clement; mother, Orena C. Adams; daughter, Jeri Lynn Fields and son-in-law, Brian Fields; grandson, Jayden Fields; brothers, Gerald and wife, Irene, and Nathan and wife, Tammy; sister, Gail Boudreaux and husband, Ronnie; stepsister, Dolores Sampey; brothers-in- law, Clement Boudreaux and wife, Brenda, and Ernest Boudreaux; sisters-in-law, Rosemary Andras, Annette Andras and husband, O'Neil, Marguerite Percle and husband, Lionel "Snell", Florence Cortez, Audrey Andras and Doris Sanchez; godchildren, Jody Adams, Nolan Adams Jr., Jenise Jennings, Penny Percle and Chad Sanchez; and nephew Derek Clement, who he loved like a son. He was preceded in death by his father, Gillis Clement; stepfather, Etienne "Red" Adams; and nephew, Jonathan Boudreaux. He was a Sergeant with Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office for 23 1/2 years before he retired in 1999. He worked for the Bayou Country Club. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his memory to the American Heart Association . Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 24 to May 25, 2012 HEBERT, CHARLENE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Charlene Ann Chaisson Hebert, 55, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houma. Mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Thomas "Tommy" Curtis Hebert Sr.; father, Ernest Joseph Chaisson Sr.; mother and stepfather, Jeanette Theresa Boudwin Morrow and husband, Milton Jr. "Scotty"; sons, Thomas "Tommy" Curtis Hebert Jr. and wife, Tracey, and Chad Michael Hebert; brothers, Ernest "Jay" Chaisson, Dean Chaisson and wife, Susan, and James "Punky" LeBoeuf Jr. and companion, Susie Boudreaux; sisters, Belinda Mirowkis and husband, Steve, and Suzette Chaisson; grandchildren, Trent, Gage, and Chad Jr. Hebert; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Gregory Chaisson; stepmother, Hazel Chaisson; and grandparents, Edgar and Mathilda D. Boudwin, and Eddie Sr. and Aseline A. Chaisson. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 24 to May 25, 2012 MONGRUE, CECILE ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Cecile Brou Mongrue, 88, a native of Welsh and longtime resident of Luling, died at home on Sunday, May 20, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Luling. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Charles Cemetery. She is survived by her loving children, Marie-Helene "Mitzi" Penick, Roy Mongrue Jr. and wife, Lisa, Emma Green and husband, Mark, James Mongrue and wife, Reina, and Marguerite Emerson and husband, Bruce; and grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, F.J. and Helene Brou; beloved husband, Roy A. Mongrue; and siblings, Marie-Louise Ladow, Sis. Marguerite Brou, Francis Brou, Maurice Brou, Sis. Jane Frances Brou, Jeanne Caillet and Edward Brou. She was a devout Catholic. She was a former secretary for St. Charles Parish Schools at J.B. Martin and the Department of Human Resources and Humble Oil Co. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 24 to May 25, 2012 SPENCER, WARREN, SR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Warren Jeffrey Spencer Sr., 24, a native and resident of Houma, died Saturday, May 19, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in Deweyville Cemetery. He is survived by his sons, Davion Spencer and Warren Jeffrey Spencer Jr.; and brothers, Ron and Christopher Carter, Roosevelt Spencer Jr. and wife, Shirlia, and Raymond Spencer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martha and Roosevelt Spencer Sr. He was a pipe inspector for Surbo. Community Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 25 to May 26, 2012 BOND, VERNON Vernon "Keith" Bond, 81, a native of Durant, Okla. and resident of Bourg, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray. He is survived by two sons, John Bond and wife, Susanne, and Thomas Bond; and five grandchildren and five-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Land Bond; parents, Ralph and Era Bond; and two great-grandchildren. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 25 to May 26, 2012 HEISER, PHILIP ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Philip Heiser, 66, a native of Kewanee, Ill. and resident of Schriever, died at 2:29 p.m. Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Schriever. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mary Heiser; sons, James Heiser and wife, Michele, and David Heiser; daughter, Brandi Clement and husband, Chris; sisters, Carol "Susie" Driscoll and Christina Cargill; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Anna Heiser; and sister, Victoria Heiser. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 25 to May 26, 2012 ROBICHAUX, CHRIS Chris "Robo" Robichaux, 56, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd. in Marrero. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the chapel, with interment at Restlawn Park Cemetery in Avondale. Information: 504-366-4343. He was the beloved and loving husband of five years to Martha Roach Robichaux; father of Averi A. Dantin and husband, Jason, Casey P. Robichaux and wife, Lindsey, Jared Roach and wife, Recheal, and Ashley Roach Mallory and husband, Mike; grandfather of Harper and Karigan Mallory and Alex, Danny, and Nick Roach; brother of Howard Robichaux and wife, Adele, Diana Duet and husband, Richard, and David Robichaux; many nieces and nephews; and a very close friend, Stacy Cruze. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Elma Robichaux; brother, Earl Robichaux Jr.; and sister-in-law, Melva Robichaux, Chris was born in Raceland and was a resident of Avondale for the past 32 years. He was employed by Aqua Air Industries for 25 years. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com. Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 25 to May 26, 2012 SAM, BARBARA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Barbara Fusilier Sam, 52, a native of Lafayette and resident of Larose, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Lucy Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Matthews Baptist Church Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Sam of Larose; son, Derrick Fusilier and wife, Sharonda of Houma; brothers, Rev. Dr. Vincent Fusilier and wife, Rosemary, Stanford Fusilier and wife, Lisa, and Lloyd Matthews all of Houma; sisters, Patricia Fusilier and husband, Craig, of Arlington, Texas, Anita Burks and husband, Mckinley of Houma, and Dometrice Jenkins and husband, Daniel, of Opelousas; grandparent, Louise Shelvin Matthews of Houma; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vincent E. and Mary Ann Elair Fusilier; brothers, Michael, Gabriel, and Willie Fusilier; and grandparents, Joseph and Modiese Savoie Fusilier, Joseph Bernard, Viola Fusilier, and Robert "Coolie" Matthews. She was Catholic and a homemaker. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 25 to May 26, 2012 SONTHEIMER, JOHN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== John Howard Sontheimer, 87, a native of St. Joseph, Mo. and resident of Schriever, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with interment in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Diane Wilson Sontheimer; children, Dr. Richard Sontheimer and wife, Liz, of Cottonwood Heights, Utah, Kent V. Sontheimer and wife, Marietta, of Houma, Nikki S. Amberg and husband, Fred of Tempe, Ariz., and John Eric Sontheimer of Houma; grandchildren, Sophia, Andrew, and Samuel Sontheimer, Tyler Diane and Jessica Amberg, Dr. C.J. Sontheimer, Kristin Collins and Erin Madsen; and great-grandchildren, Sabrina and John Collins and Troy and Colt Madsen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Goley Sontheimer and Mary Lou Sollars Sontheimer; brothers, Goley D. Sontheimer and Harold Sontheimer; and sisters, Anita Reinert, Bessie Habert and Dottie Herbold. A loving husband and dedicated father and grandfather, Mr. John was one of Houmas' true gentlemen who never met anyone he didn't call a friend. He spent his life helping others, not because he had to but because he wanted to. He touched many lives during his tenure here on Earth, and his legacy will be the lessons in selflessness he taught by how he lived his life and treated others. Mr. John was the owner and founder of SONOCO - Sontheimer Offshore/ Catering Company. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 25 to May 27, 2012 STUTTS, ROBERT, JR. ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Robert Elmo Stutts Jr., 74, a native of Huntsville, Texas and resident of Bourg, died at 9:25 p.m. Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Ann Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Carol Stutts of Bourg; sons, Steven Joe Stutts and wife, Cindy, of Bourg, David Wayne Stutts and friend, Vickie W. of Aurora, Colo. and Brian Keith Stutts and wife, Melissa Crowell, of Rocklin, Calif.; sister, Sally Jane Pittman of Bedias, Texas; grandchildren, Thomas Stutts, Jessie Stutts, Julie Stutts, Samantha Stutts, Robbie Stutts, Stephanie Stutts, Kyle Stutts, Shelby Stutts, Kevin Stutts, and Kaitlin Stutts; and close friends and family, Hugh Martin, Melissa Davis, Lowell Martin, Bobby Pittman and Johnny Pittman. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Nita Curry Stutts; brother, John Don Stutts; sister, Samuella Sue Martin; and brother-in-law, John Pittman of Bedias, Texas He was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church and member of Dresser Atlas for 25 years. He was a devoted husband for 54 years to Carol. He loved his family and grandchildren dearly. He was a loyal friend to many. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and was proud to serve his country in the U.S. Air Force. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Saint Ann Catholic Church in Bourg to help in their community building project. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 25 to May 26, 2012 TYLER, DOMINIC Dominic Perry Tyler, infant, a native and resident of Labadieville, died Sunday, May 20, 2012 at Terrebonne General Medical Center in Houma. A graveside service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Phillip Baptist Church Cemetery in Labadieville. He is survived by his parents, Ashley Perry and Christopher Riedge Tyler of Labadieville; grandparents, Patricia Murphy and Carol Murphy of Labadieville, and Danetta Perry and Benjamin Wolfe of Houston. Kennedy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 25 to May 26, 2012 WOODS, DIANA Diana Woods, 59, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Napoleonville, died Monday, May 21, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at New Hope International Church in Vacherie. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial at New Mount Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery in Labadieville. She is survived by her husband, Edward Woods of Napoleonville; son, Edward Woods Jr. and wife, Nicole of Mandeville; daughter, Alicia Buggage and husband, Damian of Paincourtville; four brothers, Sam, Roy, and Robert Lee Carter, all of Thibodaux and Edward Carter of Orlando, Fla.; two sisters, Frances Brisco and Elenora Carter both of Thibodaux; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bennie and Learnese Carter; two brothers, Bennie Carter Jr. and Donald Carter; and grandparents, John Carter, Alice Carter, and Walter Clement and Elnora Douglas. She was Baptist. Kennedy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 26 to May 27, 2012 CLARK, SHIRLEY Shirley Clark, 70, a resident of Houma, died at 11 a.m. Friday, May 25, 2012 at Terrebonne General Hospital. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City/Franklin/Jeanerette is in charge of arrangements, which are incomplete at this time. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 27 to May 29, 2012 BANKS, WARWICK Warwick "Gray Bear " Banks, 51, a native of Redwood City, Calif. and resident of Houma, died Thursday, May 17, 2012. Services will be held at a later time. He is survived by his companion, Erin Olivier; son, Zachary Banks; one granddaughter, Theresa Raquel Banks; three nieces, Kandy, Katie, and Kristen Lucas; and one great-nephew, Koby Lewis. He was preceded in death by his mother, Wardene Dida Miller; and father, Donald Edward Banks. In lieu of flowers, donations to help with funeral expenses are preferred. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 27 to May 29, 2012 BRENNAN, SHERRY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Sherry Ann Brennan, 73, a resident of Loranger, died Friday, May 25, 2012 at Ochsner on Elmwood. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Dominic Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial at the church cemetery in Husser. She is survived by her sons, John Brennan and wife, Becky, of Houma, Kevin Brennan and wife, Darlene, of Thibodaux, and Ray Brennan and wife, Hilda, of Arnaudville; sister, Jeanette Barbier Clements; two brothers, Emile Barbier and wife, Carolyn, and O.J. Barbier and wife, Kathelene; sisters-in-law, Maxine, Connie, and Dean; and four grandchildren, one great-grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie Brennan; her parents, Elves and Alice Ledet Barbier; one son, Troy Brennan; two sisters, Melvia Wilson and Gloria Delaune; and three brothers, Elves "Sneak" Barbier, Maurice "Moe" Barbier and Whitney Barbier. Harry McKneely and Son Funeral Home in Hammond is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 27 to May 29, 2012 LANDRY, NORMAN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Norman J. Landry, 80, a native of Belle Rose and resident of Raceland, died at 8:11 a.m. Friday May 25, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church, with military services at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Agnes Richard Landry; two sons, Sullivan Lirette and wife, Barbara, and Brent Landry and wife Stacey; two daughters, Brenda Fanguy and husband, David, and Deborah Naquin and husband, Faron; one brother, Henry Landry, two sisters, Anna Louise Falgout and Betty Boudreaux; 11 grandchildren, Joey and Nicky Landry, Kristen, Rydon, Caitlin and Meagan Naquin, Mary Ratcliff, Jessica Guillot, Gayle McComas, Sulina Hebert and Madeleine Dupre; and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew Joseph and Annie Sauce Landry; one brother, Gerald J. Landry; and one great-grandchild, Lee Rhet McComas. He was a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. He served in the U.S. Army from August 1955 through July 1957 in Germany. He was a reporter for 10 years for the American Legion and was a member of the Knights of Columbus council 8840. He graduated from Nicholls State University and Louisiana State University and was a retired assistant principal and educator. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 27 to May 29, 2012 MATHERNE, OLIVER ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Oliver Joseph Matherne, 75, a native and resident of Houma, died at 11:45 p.m. Friday, May 25, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Mass will be 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 Anne Sharpe Matherne of Houma; two sons, Christopher James Matherne of Houma and Samuel Joseph Matherne and wife, Terri, both of Houma; daughter, Celeste Marie Matherne Bauland and husband, Hal of Houma; four grandchildren, Matthew Matherne, Cori Anna Matherne, Madeleine Bauland and Meredith Bauland; brother, John Matherne; and two sisters, Emma "Lynn" Chafin and Rosalie Matherne Pace. He was preceded in death by his parents, Warner J. Matherne and Mineola Hebert Matherne; and two sisters, Anna Mae Nelton and Alea Dupre. He was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. He was a district fire chief for 20 years. After retiring from the fire department he went on to work and retire from Hughes Drilling Fluids as a safety director. He served in the U.S. Navy during peacetime and was a member of the U.S.S. Richard B. Anderson Alumni Association. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 27 to May 29, 2012 NAQUIN, LINTON, III Linton "Trey" Joseph William Naquin III, 43, a native of Baton Rouge, died Monday, May 21, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time at St. Aloysius Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. at the church. He is survived by his grieving parents, Linton and Vicki Naquin, his sister, Kimberly Neucere and husband Joe; his brother Jeffery and wife Dana; his neice and goddaughter, Ashlyn Neucere and nephew Chase Neucere; he also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who loved and will miss him. He was a proud graduate of Catholic High School of Baton Rouge, class of 1987. He graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree in accounting and enjoyed a successful career as a financial planner. He was an avid supporter of LSU football and baseball. His particular joy in baseball stemmed from his success during four years of playing short stop at Catholic High School. Trey also greatly enjoyed working with kids and coached little league baseball for many years. "Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known." – Corinthians 14:12 In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to Catholic High School, 855 Hearthstone Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, or Baton Rouge Crisis Intervention Center, In Memory of Trey Naquin, 4837 Revere Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70808 or a charity of your choice . ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 27 to May 29, 2012 TRAHAN, CLARENCE Clarence Trahan, 78, a resident of Houma, died Friday, May 25, 2012 at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. The Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements, which are incomplete at this time. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 28 to May 29, 2012 DAIGLE, LUCY Lucy Mae Hue Daigle, 72, a native of Pierre Part and resident of Thibodaux, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2012 at her home. Visitation will be from 5:30 to 10 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Raymond J. Daigle; son, Donald Daigle and wife, Ann; daughters, Debra Giovingo and husband, Benny, and Janice and husband, Harold; five grandchildren, Jimmy Jr. and Mindy Pecor, Candace and Justin Daigle, and Jenny Lirette; brothers, Jimmy, Harry, and Ernest Hue; sisters, Shirley Scully and Agnes Esteve; brother-in-law, Kerman Daigle; and sisters-in-law, Lydia Simoneaux, Evelyn Aucoin and Virgie Daigle. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ozema and Rosa Hue; brothers, Percy, Junius, and Shelby Hue; and sister, Emily Blanchard. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 28 to May 29, 2012 DUPUIS, CLAYTON Clayton Joseph Dupuis, 73, a native of Leonville and resident of Houma, died Saturday, May 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral, with burial in the church cemetery No. 2 Mausoleum. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Peggy Leger Dupuis; daughters, Debbie Dupuis Voisin of Houma and Sondra Dupuis Georges; grandchildren, Devin Georges and Jordan Georges; and sisters, Mary Dupuis of Hemphill, Alaska and Shirley Joy Dupuis Tyler of Metairie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayton Joseph Dupuis Sr. and Alfreda Robin Dupuis; and brother, Warren Dupuis. He was Catholic. He enjoyed gardening, taxidermy, fishing and shrimping, dancing, loved music and loved life. He loved his wife and family dearly. He graduated with a master's degree from USL and worked for the Board of Health for 47 years. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 28 to May 29, 2012 GROS, BARBARA Barbara Marie Gros, 52, was born Aug. 12, 1959 and died Saturday, May 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Hilton Gros; mother, Betty Prejean Chenvert; sons, Lance Chenvert, Brian Gros and wife, Shannon, Larry Gros and companion, Leighton Adams, and Alvin and Cory Gros; daughter, Cheryl Gros; two stepdaughters, Loretta Chenvert and fiance, Brandon Morris, and Janet Gros; sisters, Betty Ann Champagne, Linda Ponvelle, Margaret Chenvert, Faye Chenvert, Penny Bourgeois and Ann Mae Chenvert; brothers, Donald Chenvert and Louis Remondet; and six grandchildren and two godchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Adam John Chenvert; grandson, Deven Tyler Blake; nephew, Harold "Boogie" Andras III; and godmother, Mary Lee Thibodaux. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 29 to May 30, 2012 ADAMS, CORD, JR. Cord "Pye" James Adams Jr., a life long resident of Chauvin, went on to be with the Lord on Friday, May 25, 2012. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Katina Marie LeCompte Adams; daughters, Kirrah Maekelle Adams, Kinadee Julianne Adams, and Koryn Cherie' Adams of Chauvin; father, Cord Adams Sr. and companion, Sheila Landry; stepfather, Ronnie Judy; son-in-law of U.S. Vietnam Veteran Daniel LeCompte, and Peggy Foret Haydel and husband, Gregory; brother, Jade Adams; sisters, Casey Adams and companion, Keith Huntsberry, Crissy Raigan and husband, Matt, Candace Adams and companion, Webly Bourgeois, Courtney Adams and Destiny Adams; brothers-in-law, D.J. LeCompte and Cody LeCompte; grandson of Alcide and Julia Adams, and Donnie Moreau; godson of Michael and Suzette Adams; godfather of Cole Pennison, Ethan Hunt, Craig Duplantis Jr, Owen Landry and Abbie LeCompte; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Christine Brown Judy; and grandmother, Elaine Moreau. He was a member of Vision Christian Center and employed by LeBoeuf Brothers Towing. He loved being with his wife and baby girls and enjoyed spending time with family and friends he loved so dearly. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and being there for those who needed him just to make them smile. He will be greatly missed. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 29 to May 30, 2012 CAZENTRE, MYREE Myree Agnes "Mim" Cazentre, 68, passed away on Sunday, May 27, 2012 at Ochsner Medical Center in Jefferson. Visitation will be from 8:30 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Gramercy. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with Rev. Vincent Dufresne officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Mausoleum in Paulina. She is survived by her brother, Hubert Cazentre Jr.; godchild, Wendy Boudreaux Neal; and a legion of loving cousins and their families, many life-long friends and associates and a large group of her admiring students. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert Cazentre Sr. and Yolande Dicharry Cazentre; and sister, Mignonne A. Cazentre. She was a resident of Houma, native of Gramercy, a 1962 graduate of Lutcher High School, graduate of Nichols State University and taught in Terrebonne Parish Public Schools for more than 45 years. H. C. Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 29 to May 30, 2012 COLEMAN, DAN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Dan Coleman, 79, died Tuesday, May 22, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, 2715 Danneel St. in New Orleans. Services will follow at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Morning Star Baptist Church, 101 Brule Guillot Rd. in Thibodaux, with burial at St. Peter Cemetary, 109 St. Peter St. in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Fields Coleman; children, Jacqueline, Danny Ray, Troy, and Renata Coleman; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dan Coleman and Octavia LeBlanc. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 30 to May 31, 2012 BERGERON, JUNIOR Junior Joseph Bergeron, 78, a native and resident of Montegut, died Monday, May 28, 2012. No services will be held. He is survived by his wife, Augustine Rita Molinere Bergeron of Montegut; stepsons, Clinton Molinere, Sr. and Ronald Chaisson; brothers, Nolan and Peter Bergeron; sisters, Lena Bergeron and Theresa Chaisson; and five step- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Denis and Elanore Courteaux Bergeron; stepson, Edward Chaisson; and brother, Roy Bergeron. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 30 to May 31, 2012 CAMARDELLE, ERNEST ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Ernest Camardelle, 80, a native of Westwego and resident of Gheens, died at 9:47 p.m. Monday, May 28, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Paradis. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial at Resurrection Memorial Park in Mathews. He is survived by his daguhter, Denise Lirette and husband, Roy; brother, Willie Camardelle; sister, Jane Soulieau; and one grandchild and two great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elveria Dominique Camardelle; parents, Antoine and Alma G. Camardelle; stepson, Jesse Falgout; stepdaughter, Bonnie Falgout; four brothers, Mylou, Carmeron, Corbit, and Louis Camardelle; and two sisters, Lionel Richoux and Marylane Matherne. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 30 to May 31, 2012 CAMP, MALCOLM ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Malcolm Ralph "Mac" Camp, quietly left this earth on Friday, May 18, 2012 at Weatherford, Texas. He will be missed by family and friends alike, and will be remembered in a graveside memorial service at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the George Washington Alexander Cemetery in Claiborne parish. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Slaughter Camp; three sons, Keith and Lisa Camp of La Porte, Texas, DeWayne and Mary Camp of Indianapolis, Ind., and Shaun Camp of Weatherford, Texas; one sister and brother-in-law, Jean Camp Falgout and Jerry Falgout of Houma; one brother, George Mark Camp of Minden; and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Mary Camp Whitney and her husband, Leo, and Doris Camp Combs survived by her husband Ken Combs; and his brother, Joe Leonard Camp. Mac was born Aug. 4, 1938, in the Homer Oil Field to Joe Malcolm Camp and Marguerite Alexander Camp. Mac attended Homer Grammar and High school and at the age of four began his career in music, being taught Piano, Coronet, and voice by Mr. Darden Ford, Mrs. Bragdon, Mrs. Robert Kent, Mr. Philip Kendall, and Miss Marion Dorman. After graduating from Homer High School, he majored in music at Hardin Simmons University and Centenary College. Mac descended from several Pioneer families of Claiborne Parish, including the Dr. Frances Otto Krouse of the Germantown Colony, George Washington Alexander, who moved into the first permanent cabin erected in Claiborne Parish and rebuilt it for his large family, John Malcolm Walker Camp, early Claiborne parish MD who traveled the areas of Northwest, La, East Texas, and South Arkansas as a rural medical practitioner. Mac is best known for his beautiful piano music and directing Church Choirs. He served as music director at numerous churches and played in many revivals over the years in the North Louisiana area. He also traveled on a musical circuit for a while, playing popular music in various hotels throughout the South. Mac's early career included working for Jett Petroleum, Sperry Rand La Army Ammunition Plant, where he served as Secretary to the Director of Plant Protection, and Texas and Pacific Railroad, which later became Missouri Pacific and Union Pacific. He started with the railroad in Shreveport and was transferred to Fort Worth where he worked for the Director of the largest train terminal in the United States. He served as Secretary and Investigator for the Director of that terminal. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 30 to June 1, 2012 DOMINIQUE, ARMOND Armond Anthony Dominique, 84, a native and resident of Gheens, died Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at St. Anne's Hospital in Raceland. Visitation will be from 8 to 10:30 a.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Gheens, with interment to follow at St. Hilary Catholic Church Cemetery in Mathews. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Leota Matherne Dominique; son, Ted Dominique; five daughters, Ruby Plaisance and husband, Wade F., Joanne Adams, Charlene Davaine and husband, Claude, Priscilla Foret and husband, Charles Jr., and Missy Descant and husband, Tommy; sister, Gladys Melancon; and 17 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar Dominique and Albertine Breaux Dominique; two brothers, Milton Dominique and Alvin Dominique Sr.; one sister, Irene Punch; one granddaughter, Michelle Adams; and brother-in-law, Rodney Adams. Armond was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 30 to May 31, 2012 FOLSE, DIANA ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Diana Agnes Schaubhut Folse "Maw Dee", 79, a native and resident of Des Allemands, died Sunday, May 27, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Gertrude Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Daniel Folse Jr., Donald Folse, Willie Folse, Alex Folse, Cecil Folse, Richard Folse, John Folse, Jesse Folse and Stanley Folse; daughters, Debra Loupe, Darlene LeBlanc, Pauline Badeaux, Mary Ann Gailey, Jane Dumpster and Dawn Gassen; brother, Johnny Schaubhut; sister, Mary Gaubert; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Folse Sr.; parents, William "Willie" and Cecile Schaubhut; and brothers, Jimmy Schaubhut and Lyde Schaubhut. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 30 to May 31, 2012 MARTIN, MOISE Moise Louis Martin, 91, a native and resident of Raceland, died Monday May 21, 2012 at West Jefferson Hospital. He chose to donate his body to Tulane University Medical School. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. He is survived by his wife, Jennie Farwell Martin; two sons, Dwight Paul Martin and David James Martin; a daughter, Dawn Martin Davis; two sisters, Vernice Martin Hebert and Nazie Martin Guidry; six grandchildren; five great- grandchildren; two brothers-in-law, Wade Guidry and Peter Falgout; and five sisters-in-law, Anna, Ruth, and Frances Martin, Audrey Falgout and Marie Arabie. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marjorie Falgout Martin; his parents, Maurice Joseph Martin and Odelia Foret Martin; four brothers, Joseph M., Hypolite C., Philip V. and Eddie P. Martin; and a son-in-law, David L. Davis. He was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church, a U.S. Army World War II combat veteran, a life member and past commander of V.F.W. post 3665 and life member of American Legion post 349. He also served for many years as president of Sugar Workers Local Union 1474 and on the Board of Commissioners of the Bayou Lafourche Fresh Water District. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 30 to May 31, 2012 TRAHAN, CLARENCE Clarence C. T. Trahan, a native of New Orleans and lifelong resident of Houma, was born March 6, 1934 and departed peacefully from this earthly world and entered the Kingdom of our Lord at 5:30 p.m. Friday evening, May 25, 2012 at Ochsner Hospital with his wife and oldest daughter at his side. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Greater New Salem Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Greater New Salem Baptist Church, with burial at St. Luke Cemetery in Theriot. Clarence leaves loving and fond memories in the hearts of his wife, Nettie Ray Trahan; his children, Roland Charles Trahan and wife, Diane, of Houma, Gwinette Patrice Pierce and husband, Lawrence, of Boutte, Sherita Lynne Oubre and husband, Cornelius, of Arnaudville, and Jerelyn Claire Key and husband, Perry, of Baton Rouge; three stepchildren, Clara (Lisa) Johnson and husband, Darryl, Howard P. Short and wife, Kemery, and Madrone Short all of Houma; he also leaves fond memories to two brothers, Leonard Trahan (Rosalie) of Houma, and Clifton J. Trahan Sr. (Josie) of Arnaudville; four sisters, Mary Louise Williams (Adrain) of Gibson, Josephine Bonvillain of Houma, Deleria Stovall (Roosevelt) and Barbara Boseman (Lloyd) both of New Iberia; nine grandchildren and four step-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Leonce Trahan and Lillian Stewart Trahan; and brother-in-law, Willie Bonvillain II of Houma. Clarence was baptized into the Baptist faith at St. Luke Baptist Church of Dularge at a very young age and later became a member of The Greater New Salem Baptist Church of Houma. He was well respected as a Cement Finisher by his many Clients for more than 30 years. In addition to visiting family and friends, his favorite hobby was fishing. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City/Franklin/Jeanerette is in charge of arrangements. ============================================================================= Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 BERNARD, MELVIN ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Melvin A. Bernard, 80, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 6:17 a.m. Tuesday, May 29, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Rose Breaux Bernard; two sons, Troy and Todd Bernard; two brothers, Louis and Douglas Bernard; two sisters, Thelma Leonard and Mary Ann Pierce; and three grandchildren, Ian, Ryan, and Tiffany. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alcide and Pauline W. Bernard; daughter-in-law, Julie Bernard; and five brothers, Dudley, Norris, Stanley, Charlie, and Bill Bernard. He was a member of American Legion Post 259, Knights of Columbus Council 9000, and Alderman for Golden Meadow for 20 years. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 BILELLO, LEO Leo Robert Bilello, 64, a native and resident of Thibodaux, was born on July 17, 1947 and passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2012. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Co Cathedral. Mass will take place at 1 p.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his brother, A.J. Bilello and wife, Dorothy; sisters, Lena Rose B. Ledet, and Betty Jean B. Daigle and husband, Francis; sister-in-law, Ann B. Bilello; stepmother, Gladys L. Bilello; 17 nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charley V. Bilello and Bessie Bono Bilello; brother, Gregory "Buddy" Bilello; and brother-in-law, Kermit Ledet. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He enjoyed dancing, listening to Elvis music, and holidays with his family. He loved Mardi Gras as he was the past King of Choupic in 1999. He loved L.S.U. and Saints football and was a past champion of LA Special Olympics. He worked at Grenier Industries for years before retiring. The family would like to thank LARC and the wonderful staff who took care of Leo for 40+ years and would like to give a special thanks to all the people who looked after Leo in his final years. In lieu of flowers, donations to LARC, 100 W. Main Street, Thibodaux, LA, 70301, are preferred. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 BURGESS, MICHAEL, JR. Michael Lee Burgess Jr., 15, a resident of Brusly St. Vincent, died Saturday, May 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Community Worship Center in Plattenville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. today, with interment to follow at St. Elizabeth Catholic Cemetery in Paincourtville. He is survived by his mother, Stormy Arnett; father, Michael Lee Burgess Sr.; sister, Sarah Bourgeois; brother, Logan Arnett; grandparents, Willie and Ivy Arnett; aunts, uncles and numerous family and friends He was preceded in death by his Maw Maw Fat Pat; grandfather, Sammy Burgess; uncle, Doug Burgess; and aunt, Donna. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 CHERAMIE, SHIRLEY ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Shirley Cheramie, 84, a native of Walnutport, Pa. and resident of Galliano, died on Wednesday May 30, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Chapel. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her daughters, Antoinette Aucoin, and Angela Cheramie and companion, Richard Bourgeois; grandchildren, Jonathan Aucoin, Brandon Aucoin, and Rachel Duet and husband, Brandon; and great-grandchildren, Kyra Aucoin and Lyric Duet. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Antoine Cheramie; parents, Leroy and Alma Heffelfinger; and sisters, Gloria Zuber and Marlene Troxell. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Alzheimer's Association . Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 DECUIR, TURK ========== A photo is available for this file. Please go to http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafourche/obits/dateobits/2012/f1205.htm and click on the name of interest. ========== Turk "Pop" Decuir, 52, a native and resident of Galliano, died Friday, May 25, 2012. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. today at Sacred Heart Cemetery. He is survived by his faithful friend, Gwen Esponge; mother, Louise Buteaux Decuir; stepdaughters, Celena Verdin and Lacy Bouffanie; brother, Emick Pat Decuir; sister, Shannon Guidry and husband, Richard; grandchild, Kolt Paul Decuir; nieces and nephews, Jacob Cantrelle and wife, Tessie, Shealey Cheramie and husband, Steven, Kristy Decuir and Trisha Decuir; and grand nieces and nephews, Nicholas and Chloe Cantrelle, and Kayla Matherne. He was preceded in death by his father, Emick "Mickey" Decuir; son, Jason Paul Decuir; and faithful canine companion, Pebbles. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 GAUTREAUX, TONY Tony James Gautreaux, 54, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, May 27, 2012. A memorial visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Tammy Gautreaux; son, Jacob Gautreaux and fiancee, Crystal LeBoeuf; precious grandson, Jaxon Gautreaux; brothers, Allen Gautreaux and wife, Gis, Larry Gautreaux and Russell "Rusty" Gautreaux Jr.; sisters, Glenda Brown and husband, Fred, and Terri Norton and husband, James; Charles and Gina Cunningham who loved him like a son, and brother and sisters-in-law who will miss him dearly; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He was preceded in death by his father, Russell Gautreaux Sr.; mother, Corinne Gautreaux; and brother, Tommy Gautreaux. Tony worked in the oil field industry all his adult life. He enjoyed fishing, cooking and spending quality time with his family. Tony had many friends and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HAWKINS, CHESTER Chester Hawkins, 51, a resident of Houma, died at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at his residence. Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements which are incomplete at this time. Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 HITE, HAYES, JR. Hayes Hite Jr., 64, a resident of Houma, died at 2:05 p.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at Leonard Chabert Medical Center. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City/Franklin/Jeanerette is in charge of arrangements, which are incomplete at this time. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 JARRELL, THOMAS, JR. Thomas Lee Jarrell Jr., 63, a native of Denver and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. He is survived by his sisters, Elizabeth Elliott and Gladys Ann Dimmitt; and missed by his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Collins Jarrell. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 JOHNSON, ANNIE Annie Johnson, 60, a resident of Houma, died at 11:05 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at Terrebonne General Medical Center. Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City/ Franklin/Jeanerette is in charge of arrangements, which are incomplete at this time. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 LABAT, CURREN Curren Albert Labat, 91, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 4:54 a.m. Saturday, May 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Russell Labat and wife, Donna, and David Labat and wife, Becky; daughter, Denise Movassaghpour and husband, Ali; two sisters, Dorothy Moore and Allie Daniels; and seven grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hillman Labat and Adele Sevin Labat; four brothers, Dudley, Hillman Jr., George, and Stanley Labat; and sister, Ena Touchard. He was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church and a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Special thanks to his caregivers, Jess LaBauve, Chad Labat and Russell Labat. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to St. Mary Catholic Church, 3500 La. 1, Raceland, LA 70394. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from May 31 to June 1, 2012 STEELE, JANICE Janice Estay Steele, 64, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Tampa, Fla., passed away Saturday, May 26, 2012. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. today at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Mass will be held immediately following, with burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Robert R. Steele; two daughters, Tanya King and Jacqueline Fremin; two brothers, Wayne and Allen Estay; three sisters, Toni Cheramie, Terri, and Tammy Estay; three grandchildren, Brittany, Andrew, and James King; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Antoine and Patsy Estay; and nephew, John Estay. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. =============================================================================