Obituaries of February 1984 Houma, Terrebonne Parish, La.

	NOTE: The obituaries below may not be a complete listing for the date

Submitted by: Cynthia F. Daigle

Source: Houma Courier Newspaper

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Published February 1, 1984, Wednesday

ANN CAMPBELL

Ann Fontenot Campbell, 84, a native of Pine Prairie and a resident of Houma, 
died at 3:45 a.m. today. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and 
from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be 11 a.m. 
Thursday at the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in Terrebonne Memorial Park 
Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Hosea L. Campbell; one son, Kilbern K. Campbell 
of Houma; one daughter, Mrs. G.L. (Betty) Caston of New Orleans; four 
grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elias L. Fontenot. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 1, 1984, Wednesday
		
BEULAH GILFORD VERRET

Beulah Verret, 76, a resident of Chauvin, died at 10:50 a.m. Saturday. Wake 
services will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. The funeral 
will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will follow in Bisland 
Cemetery, Bourg.

She is survived by her husband, Harry Verret; two foster daughters, Mercedes B. 
Moses of Chauvin and Joan D. Thomas of South Boston, Va.; two brothers, Nolan 
and Elijah Jasper, both of Chauvin; nine grandchildren and eight great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Gilford; one 
daughter, Velma Verret; two sisters, Lean Jasper and Hattie Beauty. 

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Published February 2, 1984, Thursday

THOMAS CHAMPAGNE

Thomas Joseph Champagne, 83, a native of Lafourche Parish and a resident of 
Bayou Dularge, died at 1:51 p.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. 
until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The 
funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Eloi Catholic Church, Theriot. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery. 

He is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Olempe Brien and Miss Anna Champagne, both 
of Bayou Dularge and Mrs. Nora Poiencot of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Champagne Sr.; 
nine brothers, Louis, Sephora, Peter, Paul, Moise, Theodore Jr., George, Duval, 
Sterling Champagne and one sister, Mrs. Angeline Boudreaux. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 2, 1984, Thursday

DIANE DIGGS

Diane Diggs, 26, a resident of Houma, died at 6:30 p.m. Sunday. The funeral will 
be at 8 p.m. Friday at First Corinthian Baptist Church, Houma. Dismissal will be 
at 11 a.m. Saturday from the church. Burial will follow in Halfway Cemetery, 
Gray.

She is survived by her husband, Percy Calloway; her mother, Rosadell D. Diggs; 
three daughters, Evangeline, April and Nicole Diggs; three brothers, Peter and 
Leroy Diggs, both of Gray and Robert Dawson of Vacherie; three sisters, Annie 
Mae Diggs of Thibodaux, Betty and Lillian Diggs, both of Gray.

She was preceded in death by her father, Marcus Diggs and one sister, Barbara 
Jackson. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 2, 1984, Thursday

LIONEL GRABERT

Lionel J. Grabert, 63, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:50 a.m. 
Tuesday. The funeral was at 11 a.m. today at United Pentecostal Church, 
Thibodaux. Burial followed in St. Joseph Cemetery. 

He is survived by his wife, Clothilde Webre Gaubert; three sons, Lionel Jr., Ray 
C. and Jimmy Gaubert; two stepsons, Joe and Robert Campbell; five daughters, 
Lucille Tyler, Kathleen Tyler, Mary Ann Soignet, Carolyn and Tammie Gaubert; 
three step-daughters, Barbara Hebert, Susan Daigle and Vickie Lirette; 29 
grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 

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Published February 2, 1984, Thursday

LISA FANGUY

Lisa Marie Fanguy, 13, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Grand Caillou, 
died at 3:15 p.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. today and continue 
until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be on Friday afternoon 
at Holy Family Catholic Church, Grand Caillou. Burial will be in Prevost 
Cemetery.

She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Fanguy; 11 brothers, Howard 
Fanguy Jr. of Houma, Gilbert, Allen, Wilson, Leroy, McKinley, Lucius, Allen, 
Pierre, all of Grand Caillou, Arnold Fanguy of Sante Fe, Texas, Roland Fanguy of 
Anchorage, Alaska, and Jimmy Fanguy of Bayou Blue; seven sisters, Mrs. Melvin 
(Elter) Rivere of Sorrento, Mrs. Angelina Wilks of Gilbert, Mrs. Tarzan (Helen) 
Lajaunie, Mrs. Jerry Paul (Martha) Lajaunie, both of Houma, Mrs. David (Diane) 
Collins, Mrs. Timmy (Mary Ann) Collins, both of Grand Caillou and Mrs. Surgeon 
(Edith) Truxillo of Raceland. She was preceded in death by one brother, Wallace 
Fanguy.

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Published February 2, 1984, Thursday

BEULAH PRINCE

Beulah Aitkens Prince, 79, a native and resident of Houma, died at 3:50 a.m. 
today. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until 
funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the 
funeral home chapel. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Gray.

She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Lillian Guzman of Houma.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ulyssese Prince; her parents, Judge 
and Mrs. Ephrain Anderson Aitkens; two brothers, Eris and E.J. Aitkens; two 
sisters, Hazel Bertaut and Shirley Spahr.

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Published February 3, 1984, Friday

ELEANORA BERGERON

Eleanora Courteaux Bergeron, 71, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of 
Montegut, died at 7:10 p.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from now and will 
continue until funeral time at Montegut Fire Station. The funeral will be at 1 
p.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Montegut. Burial will be in Dugas 
Cemetery.

She is survived by four sons, Junior, Roy, Paul and Nolan Bergeron, all of 
Montegut; two daughters, Mrs. Henry (Lena) Billiot and Mrs. Ronald (Theresa) 
Chiasson, both of Montegut; three brothers, Thaddius Courteaux of Harahan, Jimmy 
and Egless Courteaux, both of Montegut; one sister, Mrs. Catherine Bourg of 
Harahan; three grandchildren and one great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Elie Bergeron; one son Danny 
Bergeron; one brother, Nolton Courteaux; two sisters, Irene Bergeron and Mrs. 
Whitney Billiot. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 3, 1984, Friday

ALICE CAMPO

Alice Mae Campo, 63, a native of Paincourtville and a resident of Baker, died at 
4:13 p.m. Thursday. The funeral was held at 11 a.m. today at St. Elizabeth 
Catholic Church, Paincourtville. Burial followed in the church cemetery. 

She is survived by one daughter, Donna Lou Campo; four sisters, Selma Landry, 
Evelyn Blanchard, Tillie George and Norma Jean Daze. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard L. Campo. 

Landry Funeral Home, Napoleonville, is handling arrangements.


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Published February 3, 1984, Friday

FLOYD GALLIANO

Floyd Joseph Galliano Sr. 42, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 6:15 
p.m. Wednesday. The funeral was held at 11 a.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church, Galliano. Burial followed in Cheramie Cemetery. 

He is survived by one son, Floyd Galiano Jr.; one daughter, Shasta Galiano; five 
sisters, Gladys Simoneaux; Girlis McCartney, Ena Miller, Sadie Dantin and 
Rosemary Allemand. 

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Lipton and Royce Galiano and one 
sister, Amy Galiano.

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Published February 3, 1984, Friday

HARTLEY GIROIR

Hartley Joseph Giroir, 54, a native of Houma and a resident of Gibson, died 
Thursday morning. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 
a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. 
Saturday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Bayou Black. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by one brother, Everett Giroir Jr. of Bayou Black and one sister, 
Mrs. Gene (Henrietta) Coble of Houma. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Everette Giroir Sr and one 
brother, Conrad Giroir. 

Chauvin Funeral Home, Houma, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 3, 1984, Friday

EUNICE JONES

Eunice Bergeron Jones, 64, a native of Theriot and a resident of Bourg, died at 
11:59 p.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 p.m. today and 
from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 11 
a.m. Saturday at the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in St. Eloi Cemetery, 
Theriot.

She is survived by nine sons, Gerald Jones of Grant, Alabama,  Bobby Jones of 
Albertville, Ala.,  Ted Houck of Diana, Texas,  Michael and John Jones Jr., both 
of Bourg,  Galard Jones of Burq Burnette, Texas,  Daniel Jones of Bossier City,  
Stevie Jones of Haughton  and Gene Jones of Schriever; nine daughters, Mrs. 
Jerry (Ellen) Arnold of Birmingham, Ala.,  Mrs. Don (Betty) Chauvin,  Mrs. Ross 
(Angela) Davis, both of Houma,  Mrs. Gary (Marie) Dupre,  Mrs. Ralph (Shirley) 
Melancon, Mrs. Bobby (Penny) Portier, all of Bourg,  Mrs. Robert (Sandra) 
Rollins of Hitchcock, Texas, Mrs. Billy (Sylvia) Antley of Pineville and Mrs. 
Andrew (Jackie) Pierre of Loranger; brothers, Collins and J. C. Bergeron, both 
of Houma;  sisters, Mrs. Gervais (Adele) Domangue of Houma,  Mrs. Van (Hazel) 
Woodall of Diana, Texas and Mrs. Anis Gatos of Houma;  48 grandchildren and 3 
great grandchildren.

She was preceded by her husband, John William Jones; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
Columbus Bergeron.

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 3, 1984, Friday

LOTTIE PUGH

Lottie Porche Pugh, 60, a native of Raceland and a resident of Gray, died at 
9:35 a.m. Thursday. Visitation will begin today at 2 p.m. and will continue 
until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday 
at the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Gray.

She is survived by her husband, Raymond F. Pugh; one son, Alvin J. Breaux Jr. of 
Gray; three daughters, Mrs. Donald L. (Diane) Pepper of Jeanerette, Mrs. 
Gertrude Vicknair of Houma and Mrs. Michael (Sandra) Brignac of Bayou Blue; one 
stepdaughter, Cynthia Ann Jackson of Grove, Oklahoma; two brothers, Elsey Porche 
of Houma and Herbert Porche of Columbia, Miss.; four sisters, Mrs. Anatole 
(Nettie) Chauvin,  Mrs. Wilson (Beatrice) Ledet,  Mrs. Wallace (Enola) 
Thibodeaux, all of Houma,  Mrs. Harry (Althea "Bookie") Watts of Virginia;  16 
grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Porche; a son, 
Jerry Breaux; a daughter, Linda Breaux; two brothers, William and Liley Porche; 
and three sisters, Leona Chauvin, Lillian Lirette and Lucy Dupre. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 5, 1984, Sunday

LAURE BARBIER

Laure Delaune Barbier, 87, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died at 6:30 
a.m. Saturday. Visitation will be from Sunday from 5:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. and 
Monday from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be 
at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Anne Catholic Church, Napoleonville. Burial will be in 
the church cemetery.

She is survived by one son, James J. Barbier Sr.; and two daughters, Mrs. Lelia 
Waguespack and Mrs. Elmire Boudreaux, both of Napoleonville; eight grandchildren 
and 10 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonie J. Barbier; and a son, Charles 
L. Barbier. 

Landry Funeral Home of Thibodaux is handling arrangements.

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Published February 5, 1984, Sunday

LEROY GUIDRY

Leroy Guidry, 35, a native of Golden Meadow and a resident of Cut Off, died at 
4:41 a.m. Friday. Visitation will be Sunday from 10 a.m. until 11 p.m. and 
Monday from 7 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be 
on Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, Golden Meadow. Burial 
will be in Cheramie Cemetery, Galliano. 

He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Brelich Guidry; one son, Leroy Guidry Jr.; 
two brothers, Louis and Roland Guidry; and one half-brother, Paul Callais Jr.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Leroy Guidry. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 5, 1984, Sunday

NARCISSE MARCEL

Narcisse "Nat" Marcel, 91, a native and resident of Bayou Blue, died at 1:30 
p.m. Friday. Visitation will be Sunday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. and Monday 
from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 10 
a.m. Monday at St. Louis Catholic Church, Bayou Blue. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Chester (Annie) Falgout of Bayou Blue; one 
grandchild; and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Anjil Hebert Marcel; his parents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Robert Marcel; two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Crochet and Mrs. Victoria 
Gautreaux; and four brothers, Freddie, Theophile, Victor and Robert Marcel. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 5, 1984, Sunday

ARMAND RICHARD

Armand Richard, 77, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 8:30 p.m. 
Friday. Visitation will be Sunday from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Monday from 8 
a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 9:30 a.m. 
Monday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church, Thibodaux. Burial will be in St. Joseph 
Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Thelma Adams Richard; one son, Gerald Richard; two 
daughters, Mrs. Lloyd (Barbara) Tauzin and Mrs. Melvin (Carolyn) Babin; two 
brothers, Charles and Herbert Richard; three sisters, Beatrice, Odette, and 
Cecile Richard; 14 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one son, Armand Richard Jr.; and five brothers, 
Phillip, Claude, Roger, Robert and Eugene Richard. 

Thibodaux Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

TROY JOHNSON

Troy Wayne Johnson, 17, a senior at H.L. Bourgeois High School, died Sunday. 
Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the funeral home and 8 a.m. until 
funeral time Wednesday. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony 
Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his parents Charlene Dornak and Billy C. Johnson; one sister, 
Robin Johnson; his grandmothers, Mrs. Nettie Johnson of Springhill, La. and Mrs. 
Marie Dornak of El Campo, Tx.

He was preceded in death by his two grandfathers, Ellis Ray Johnson and Charlie 
Dornak. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements. 

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

PAULINE ORDOYNE SEVIN

Pauline Ordoyne Sevin, 67, a native of Thibodaux and a resident of Raceland, 
died at 2:20 p.m. Saturday. Funeral services were today at 10 a.m. at St. Hilary 
Catholic Church in Matthews. Burial followed in the church mausoleum. 

She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Mary Ann Crosby; one brother, Severine 
Ordoyne Jr.; one sister, Mrs. Eveline Ordoyne; and three grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Oneil and Joseph Ordoyne; and one 
sister, Mrs. Amalize Pope. 

Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland is handling arrangements.

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

JOHN STOKES

John David Stokes, 37, a native and resident of Raceland, died 2:25 p.m. 
Saturday. Funeral services were at 10 a.m. today at the Assembly of God Church 
in Raceland. Burial followed in St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland. 

He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Bergeron Stokes; one son, Todd Stokes; two 
daughters, Denise and Connie Stokes; three brothers, Sonnie Hite; Paul Stokes 
and Mark Ayo. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, is handling arrangements. 

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

JOSEPH WILLIAMS SR.

Joseph Williams Sr., 65, a resident of Thibodaux, died at 7:15 p.m. Thursday. 
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at New Belmount Baptist 
Church in Labadieville. Funeral services will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the 
church. Dismissal will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday with interment following in the 
church cemetery. 

He is survived by his wife, Genevia Johnson Williams; his mother, Mrs. Viola 
Wiliams; two sons Wesley and Joseph Williams Jr.; three daughters, Carolyn 
Brown, Lee Ethel Nixon and Rezonia Williams; three brothers, Ernest, Edward and 
Irvin Williams; three sisters, Carrie Williams, Mary Stevenson and Dorothy 
Reese; and five grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Willie Williams Sr.; one daughter, 
Delores Williams; and two sisters, Lillian Stamp and Annette Taylor. 

Gertrude-Geddes-Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

Laure Barbier 

Laure Delaune Barbier, 87, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died at 6:30 
a.m. Saturday. Funeral services were today at 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic 
Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her son, James J. Barbier Sr., Gretna; two daughters, Lelia 
B. Waguespack and Elmire B. Boudreaux, both of Napoleonville; eight 
grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonie J. Barbier; and a son, Charles 
L. Barbier. 

Landry Funeral Home of Thibodaux is handling arrangements.

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

MAE CAMBRE

Mae Barrios Cambre, 70, a native and resident of Waggaman, died at 2:30 p.m. 
Saturday. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Family and 
friends are invited to attend at that time. 

She is survived by two daughters, Mell Cannon and Doris Boffone; one sister, 
Laura Cochennic; one brother, Joseph Hebert; three grandchildren and five great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleveland Cambre; two sisters, Edith 
and Thelma Pishoff; three brothers, Eddie and Walter Barrios and Elliot Pishoff. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

EMILE FRYOU

Emile M. Fryou, 64, a native of Dulac and a resident of Thibodaux, died at 4 
a.m. Friday. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. 
until funeral time Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be at 11 
a.m. in Falgout Funeral Home Chapel in Houma. Burial will be in St. Francis de 
Sales Cemetery #2.

He is survived by his wife Mrs. Earline Allemand Fryou; his mother, Mrs. Effie 
Trosclair Fryou; two daughters, Kathryn and Laurie Fryou; (brothers?) Edward and 
Leroy (Dick) Fryou; five sisters, Mrs. Rita Bessie Arcement, Mrs. Junius (Jane) 
Lapeyrouse, Mrs. Inez Foltmer, Mrs. Elward (Betty) Chauvin, Mrs. Adrian (Teatsy) 
Wenner; three half sisters, Mrs. Ethel Clements, Mrs. Camille Collins, Mrs. 
Frances Gerlinger; and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph C. Fryou; one son, Joseph C. 
Fryou; one sister, Mrs. W.W. (Mae) Due; and two half sisters, Mrs. Madeline 
MacNamara and Mrs. Dot Knight. 

Falgout Funeral Home of Houma is handling arrangements.

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

VICTORIA RODRIGUE

Victoria Mars Rodrigue, 86, a native of Chackbay, died at 11:35 a.m. Friday. The 
funeral was today at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Prompt Succor. Burial followed in 
the church cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Lavris and Septime Rodrigue Jr.; two brothers, 
Nelson and Calvin Mars; three sisters, Willa Legendre, Laura Rodrigue, Lorena 
Legendre; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Septime Rodrigue Sr.; her parents, 
Alcide Mars and Earnestine Roussel Mars; and three sisters, Alcidee Mars, Aline 
Rodrigue and Lucy Legendre. 

Terrebonne Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 6, 1984, Monday

NELSON FOLSE SR.

Nelson A. Folse, Sr., 68, died Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Funeral services were 
Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Philomena Catholic Church. Burial followed in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Eva Bourg Folse; two sons, Carroll and Nelson Folse 
Jr.; two daughters, Carolyn Letellier and Judy Rousset; one brother, Frank 
Folse; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Falide Hebert Folse. 

Landry Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 7, 1984, Tuesday

JOSEPH BAYE

Joseph Baye, 83, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 4:15 p.m. Monday. 
Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 7 a.m. until 
funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Raceland. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Henrietta Bourgeois Baye; three sons, Hubert, Nolan 
and Joel Baye; two sisters, Mrs. Adovis Degruise and Mrs. O'Nell Martin; four 
grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by one sister, Mrs. Remy Monnier. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, is handling arrangements. 

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Published February 8, 1984, Wednesday

ROSE BERNARD

Rose Webre Bernard, 57, a native of Edgard and a resident of Donaldsonville, 
died on Tuesday. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 
7:30 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. 
Thursday at the funeral home parlor. Burial will follow in Winger Mennonite 
Cemetery, Des Allemands.

She is survived by her husband, Lawrence Bernard; three sons John, Michael, 
Norman Webre and 13 grandchildren. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 8, 1984, Wednesday

ANNA BOUDREAUX

Anna Belle Boudreaux, 60, a native and resident of Donner, died at 11:40 a.m. 
Tuesday. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. 
until funeral time at Thibodaux Funeral Home. The funeral will be 11 a.m. 
Thursday at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Chacahoula. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Gerald (Ruth) Sanchez and Mrs. Jimmy 
(Ruby) Langley; five sisters, Mrs. Marion Saylor of Dubuque, Iowa, Della 
Barrilleaux of Donner, Mrs. Doris Duay and Mrs. Clara Thibodaux, both of Morgan 
City and Mrs. Betty Bighorse of Cameron, Texas; one half sister, Mrs. Mildred 
Boudreaux of Houma and three grandchildren. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 8, 1984, Wednesday

WARREN GUIDRY

Warren "Candy" Guidry, 63, a native of Larose and a resident of Cut Off, died at 
11:30 p.m. Tuesday. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 11 p.m. today and from 
7 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. 
Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cut Off. Burial will be in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Amy Bruce Guidry and Inez Pitre Hodge, from a 
previous marriage; one stepson, Gene B. Duet; two daughters, Lorraine G. 
Guilbeau and Marilyn G. Kirkley; two step daughters, Gloria and Barbara Bruce; 
one brother, Calvin Guidry; two sisters, Mrs. Freddie Vinet, Mrs. George Raymond 
Jr. and three grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by one brother, Joseph "Buck" Guidry. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 8, 1984, Wednesday

CHARLES LEBEOUF 

Charles "Charlie" Joseph LeBoeuf, id dead at the aga of 73. LeBeouf was a 
retired roustabout foreman with Texaco. Visitation is from now and will continue 
until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday 
at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Francis de Sales No. 1 
Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Trahan LeBeouf; four sons, Floyd, Charles 
Jr. and Terry LeBeouf, all of Houma and Elgin LeBeouf of Rockspring, Wyoming; 
one daughter, Mrs. Jack (Juanita) Terrebonne of Houma; one brother, Vanis 
LeBeouf of Houma; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one son, Dudley LeBeouf; three brothers, Alces, 
Edward and Clifford LeBeouf; two sisters, Evelyn Richard, Maude LeBeouf and one 
grandson, Cory LeBeouf.

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Published February 8, 1984, Wednesday

EDGAR REED

Edgar "Toap" Reed, 59, a resident of Gray, died at 4:55 a.m. Sunday. The funeral 
will be at 8 p.m. Thursday at Eagle Right Baptist Church, Gray. Dismissal will 
be at 11 a.m. Friday from the church. Burial will follow in the Allen Chapel 
Cemetery, Thibodaux.

He is survived by his wife, Geneva T. Reed; three sons, Henry, Leonard and 
Cleveland Sims, all of Gray; five daughters, Bernese Brown, Texie Johnson, both 
of Gray, Rosalie Singleton of Houma, Ethel Bennett of Avondale and Josie Barrow; 
one brother, Lloyd Reed of Pasedena, California; six sisters, Dorothy Baptiste 
of Gray, Mable Johnson, Harriet Brown and Gertrude Rogers, all of New Orleans, 
Bessie Davis of Chicago, Ill., and Urcel Ingram of Schriever; 33 grandchildren 
and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester Reed Sr.; five 
brothers, Ernest, Sylvester and Louis Reed, Willie and Clarence Davis; three 
sisters, Beatrice Johnson, Esther Reed and Alice Davis. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 8, 1984, Wednesday

JOYCE WINFIELE

Joyce Morgan Winfiele, 91, a resident of Houma, died on Tuesday. She was a past 
matron of A.W. Connely 117 Order of Eastern Star. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. 
to 10 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The 
funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Mulberry Baptist Church. Burial will be 
in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. 

She is survived by three sons, Thomas M. Winfiele of Baton Rouge, James C. 
Winfiele of Houma and Herbert J. Winfiele of Houston, Texas; one daughter, Mrs. 
Fred (Joyce Lynn) Bilbray of New Orleans; one brother, James T. Morgan of Lake 
Charles; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Samuel Winfiele; her parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Morgan; one daughter, Ella M. Winfiele and one sister, Exa 
Morgan. In Lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the charity of 
choice. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

EVELYN BORGARD

Evelyn Bourg Borgard, 40, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:15 a.m. 
Wednesday. The funeral was held at 10:30 a.m. today at St. Genevieve Catholic 
Church, Thibodaux. Burial followed in St. Philomena Cemetery, Labadieville.

She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Bourg; her children, Eric and 
Marnie Borgard; one brother, Irvin Bourg Jr. and one sister, Miriam Schnabel. 

Thibodaux Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

THOMAS CHILDRESS

Thomas A. Childress, 54, a native of Gallup, New Mexico and a resident of 
Galliano, died at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday. 

He is survived by his wife, Pat Lasseter Childress; three sons, Randy Whitaker 
of Galliano, Thomas Childress Jr. of Sun Valley, California and Shaun Childress 
of Ruidosa, New Mexico; five daughters, Linda Mullican and Denise Perotti of Sun 
Valley, California, Diandra and Felicia Childress, both of Ruidosa, New Mexico 
and eight grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Childress. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

REV. AARON HARRIS JR.

Rev. Aaron Harris Jr., 69, a resident of Schriever, died at 5 p.m. Saturday. He 
was the assistant Pastor at the Morning Star Baptist Church, Schriever. The 
funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday from the church. Burial will follow in the 
Blue Lilly Cemetery. 

He is survived by his wife, Earthal J. Harris; five sons, Welmon A. Harris of 
Houma, Staff Sgt. McKinley Harris of Germany, Phillip, Charles and Harvey 
Harris, all of Schriever; one daughter, Marion H. Smith of Schriever; three 
sisters, Louise Harris of New Orleans, Sue Lewis of Thibodaux and Flora Moore of 
Schriever; 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Harris Sr.; one son, 
Lloyd E. Harris; two brothers, Willie and Tommy Harris. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

ELZA HOLLIDAY

Elza Holliday, 62, a native of Greensburg and a resident of Chauvin, died at 
7:30 a.m. Tuesday. Wake services will be at 8:30 p.m. Friday at Mt. Calvary 
Baptist Church, Smithridge. The funeral will be at noon on Saturday from the 
church. Burial will be in Bisland Cemetery, Bourg.

He is survived by his wife, Marion S. Holliday; his foster mother, Sarah Chaney 
of Amite; two sons, Calvin B. and Elza Holiday Jr., both of Smithridge; two 
daughters, Daisy Jackson and Diane Holliday, both of Smithridge; four brothers, 
Huey Holliday of Houma, Rev. John, Rev. Marshall and Joseph B. Holliday, all of 
Greensburg; five sisters, Carrie Mae Holden of East Orange, New Jersey, Mrs. 
Estelle Brookshire of Benton, Mich., Louise Wright, Leola Berry and Ella Mae 
Williams, all of Greenburg; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Holliday and his 
foster father, George Chaney. 

Gertrude-Geddes-Terrebonne Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

BLAKE LEBOEUF

Blake Anthony LeBoeuf, a native and resident of Houma, is dead at the age of 24. 
Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral 
time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Annunziata 
Catholic Church. Burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery. 

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. LeBoeuf; four brothers, 
Randall LeBoeuf of Lansing, Mich., John, Jason and Donavan LeBoeuf, all of 
Houma; two sisters, Mrs. David (Monica) Bush and Catina LeBoeuf, both of Houma. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

TERRY LECOMPTE

Terry John LeCompte, 24, a native and resident of Houma, died at 12:02 a.m. 
Wednesday. The funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. today at St. Francis de Sales 
Cathedral. Burial will be in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. 

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Philip R. LeCompte Sr.; four 
brothers, Glenn, Lynn, Philip Jr. and Tommy LeCompte, all of Houma; two sisters, 
Mrs. Lloyd (Annette) Poiencot and Mrs. Tommy (Connie) Detwiler, both of Houma. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

AIMZY OLIVIER

Aimzy "Potcho" Joseph Olivier, a resident of Schriever, died at 7:25 p.m. 
Wednesday. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until 
funeral time at Thibodaux Funeral Home. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at 
St. Bridget Catholic Church, Schriever. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Odile Bonvillain Olivier; five daughters, Mrs. Roy 
(Earline) Boudreaux, Mrs. Floyd (Nellie) Dupre Jr., Mrs. Joe (Peggy) Stokes, all 
of Schriever, Mrs. Leslie (Louise) Prejean Jr. of Paincourtville and Mrs. Leroy 
(Lois) Adams of Thibodaux; two brothers, Arnold Olivier of Schriever and Louis 
Olivier of Houma; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Agnon Olivier; one son, 
Clifton Olivier and one brother, Augustave Olivier. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

DAVID POWELL

David Elisha Powell, 5, a resident of Raceland, died at 7:30 p.m. Monday. 
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Community Funeral 
Home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday from the church. Burial will be in 
Morning Star Cemetery, Raceland.

He is survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Dheardry Powell of Raceland; one 
brother, Jermaine Powell of Raceland and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John 
Harris of Los Angeles, California.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

CHARLESTON PERTUIT

Charleston Edmond Pertuit, 60, a native of Raceland and a resident of Houma, 
died at 12:23 p.m. Wednesday. Pertuit was a World War II Veteran. He was also a 
member of the Knights of Columbus Council 5545, the American Legion Post 31, 
Holy Name Society and the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Visitation will be from 4 
p.m. until 11 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. 
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Lapeyrouse Pertuit; two sons, Earl Pertuit of 
Avondale and Donald Pertuit of Houma; four daughters, Mrs. Larry (Linda) 
Boudwin, Mrs. Connely (Yvonne) Duplantis, both of Houma, Mrs. Robert (Marion) 
Chouest of Chauvin and Mrs. Allen (Christine) Hartman of Cut Off; four brothers, 
Joyle Pertuit of Harvey, Lory, Wayne and Ronald Pertuit, all of Marrero; two 
sisters, Mrs. Rosalie Cusimano of Harvey, Mrs. Joette Bergeron of Marrero and 
nine grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edmond Pertuit; one son, 
Larry Pertuit and one brother, Norman Pertuit. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

LYDIA PUNCH

Lydia LeBeouf Punch, 66, a native of Lockport and a resident of Theriot, died at 
2:45 p.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. and will continue until 
funeral time on Friday. The funeral will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday at St. Eloi 
Catholic Church, Theriot. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

She is survived by seven sons, Alvin, Alex Jr., Calvin and Goffrey Punch, all of 
Theriot, Gerald Punch of Kenner, Robert Punch of Houma and Allen Punch of 
Chauvin; five daughters, Mrs. Wilbert (Geraldine) Gros, Mrs. Gerald (Dora) 
Jordon, Mrs. Clevis (Nancy) Dehart, Mrs. Loran (Shirley) Dumond, and Mrs. Desire 
(Mary Nell) Callahan, all of Theriot; one brother, Thomas LeBeouf of Theriot; 
one sister, Cecilia Slatton of Idaho; 38 grandchildren and 16 great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Chester and Allen LeBeouf Jr. and one 
sister, Lena Dehart. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements. 

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

JOHN SPOON

John Sidney Spoon, 40, a native of Picher, Oklahoma and a resident of Houma, 
died at 4:55 p.m. Tuesday. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. today and 
from 10 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 11 
a.m. Friday at the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Glenda Foster Spoon; his mother, Norma Taylor Reid 
of Smelterville, Idaho; his stepmother, Juanita Tucker of Miami, Okla.; three 
sons, Edward Spoon of Euless, Texas, David and John E. Spoon, both of Houma; one 
half brother, James Spoon of Tulsa, Okla.; two stepbrothers, Lloyd Moore of 
Vinita, Okla., Richard Moore of Pacificia, California and two grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, John Spoon. 

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

BERWICK VERRETT

Berwick "Baretta" Paul Verrett, 20, a native of New Orleans and a resident of 
Theriot, died at 1:55 a.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be today and continue 
until funeral time on Friday. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Eloi 
Catholic Church, Theriot. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Allie Joseph Verrett; five brothers, 
Leroy, Billy, Ernest, Michael and Simon Verrett, all of Houma; four sisters, 
Mrs. Jeff (Mary) Rhodes of Lexington, Kentucky, Mrs. Albert (Gerlyne) Verrett of 
Houma, Mrs. Johnny (Merdean) Elderton and Mary Jane Verrett, both of Theriot. 

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Gerlene and Pearline Verrett.

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Published February 9, 1984, Thursday

CORRECTION: ROSE WEBRE BERNARD

The death notice for Rose Webre Bernard which appeared in Wednesday's edition 
should have stated that she was survived by two daughters, Rose Ann Melancon and 
Angie Marie Copponex. She was preceded in death by Leon "Cutie" Joseph Webre, 
from a previous marriage and two sons, Leon Jr. and Jessie Webre.

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Published February 10, 1984, Friday

LOUELLA BACON

Louella Bacon, 89, a native of Houma and a resident of New Orleans, died at 
12:30 p.m. Wednesday. The funeral was held at noon today at the funeral home 
chapel. Burial followed in Hope Mausoleum, New Orleans.

She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. James LeBoeuf and Mrs. O Dilberto.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph A. Bacon; four 
(sic) brothers, John A. Byron, Ralph and Lloyd Bacon; four sisters, Idabel 
Bacon, Mrs. E.M. Hebert, Celine Bacon and Mrs. Ora Barth. 

Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 10, 1984, Friday

WENDY CARLOS

Wendy Carlos, 5 months, a resident of Houma, died at 5:50 a.m. Thursday. Wake 
services will be at 8 p.m. today at the funeral home chapel. The funeral will be 
at 3 p.m. Saturday at Holy Family Catholic Church, Grand Caillou. Burial will be 
in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her parents, Willie Collins Jr. and Mona Carlos; three 
brothers, Earl, Willie and Larry Carlos; two sisters, Denise and Jenifer Carlos. 

Gertrude-Geddes-Terrebonne Funeral Home Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 10, 1984, Friday

LORAINE COOK

Loraine Myers Cook, 75, a resident of Thibodaux, died at 12:05 a.m. Thursday. 
Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. today at the First Baptist Church, 
Thibodaux. Memorial services will be at 7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will 
follow in the Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe at 3:30 p.m. Saturday.

She is survived by one daughter, Virginia Cook and one brother, B.J. Myers of 
Monroe. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Cook and one sister, Mary 
Myers. 

Landry Funeral Home, Thibodaux is handling arrangements.

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Published February 10, 1984, Friday

JOHN DUBOIS

John Charlie DuBois, 60, a native of Verda and a resident of Houma, died at 7 
p.m. Thursday. DuBois was a World War II Veteran. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. 
until 11 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The 
funeral will be at 12:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Louis Catholic Church, Bayou Blue. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Gladys Boudreaux Dubois; his mother, Isa Fletcher 
Dubois of Monroe; two sons, Charles DuBois of Forsyth, Montana, Gerald DuBois of 
Baton Rouge; three stepsons, Leslie Pitre, Steven and David Deroche, all of 
Houma; two daughters, Mrs. Jean Grimes of Singapore and Mrs. Galye Elkins of 
Bogalusa; three stepdaughters, Mrs. Evelyn Pinell, Mrs. Roxana LeBoeuf and Mrs. 
Gwen Callahan, all of Houma; four sisters, Mrs. Decie Patton of West Monroe, 
Mrs. Crecy Duffy of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Mrs. Cleo Taylor of Monroe, Mrs. Eva 
Duke of Columbia, La. and 15 grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by Odie Faye Patton and Beatrice LeBouef, both from 
previous marriages; his father, Edward B. DuBois; one brother Cleveland DuBois 
and one sister. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 10, 1984, Friday

JOSEPH PLAISANCE

Joseph Antoine Plaisance, 66, a native of Golden Meadow and a resident of Cut 
Off, died at 4:56 p.m. Thursday. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. today and will 
continue until funeral time on Saturday. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. 
Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cut Off. Burial will be in Cheramie 
Cemetery, Galliano. 

He is survived by his wife, Marie Bourg Plaisance; one son, Jules J. Plaisance; 
two daughters, Mrs. Roland (Judy) LeBlanc and Mrs. Landry (Virginia) Wunstell; 
one brother, Ecton Plaisance; two sisters, Octavie Melancon and Lucia Jeandron; 
13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Olivier Plaisance. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 10, 1984, Friday

HAROLD SINGLETON

Harold Singleton, 21, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:30 a.m. Monday. 
Funeral services will be at 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Dismissal will be 
at 10 a.m. Monday from the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, 
Houma.

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edison Singleton; one brother, Ralph 
Singleton and three sisters, Suzanne, Leuchia and Sochile Singleton. 

He was preceded in death by one brother, Kenny Singleton. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 10, 1984, Friday

CORRECTION - LYDIA LEBOEUF PUNCH

The death notice for Lydia LeBeouf Punch which appeared in Thursday's edition 
should have stated that she was preceded in death by her husband, Alex Punch 
Sr.. It should have also stated that she was survived by her son, Joffery Punch 
of Theriot.

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Published February 10, 1984, Friday

CORRECTION - TERRY LECOMPTE

The death notice for Terry LeCompte which appeared in Thursday's edition should 
have stated that she was survived by his wife, Debra "Debbie" Callahan LeCompte. 
The error was due to incomplete information supplied by Chauvin Funeral Home. 

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Published February 12, Sunday

BENJAMIN BOUDREAUX

Benjamin "Bennie" Joseph Boudreaux III, 45, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements 
are incomplete. 

He is is survived by his wife, Renetta (Rennee) Faeshe Boudreaux; one son, 
Benjamin J. Boudreaux IV; one daughter, Gina Boudreaux; three sisters, Eris 
Tassin, Wanda Brunet and Brenda Evans; and one brother, Louis Boudreaux.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin J. Boudreaux Jr. and Mae Use 
Boudreaux. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 12, Sunday

XAVIER Bourg

Xavier Elie Bourg, 83, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Larose, 
died at 7:55 a.m. Saturday. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. Sunday and will 
continue until funeral time at the funeral home on Monday. The funeral will be 
11 a.m. Monday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Larose. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by one son, Wickliff Bourg; two daughters, Mrs. Gracian Orgeron 
and Mrs. Chester Chiasson; two brothers, Oliver and Ivy Bourg; three sisters, 
Mrs. Alcide Duet, Mrs. Duroc Galliano and Mrs. Joffery Cochennic; two 
grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by by his wife, Adia Eschete Bourg; and his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Gabriel Bourg. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 12, Sunday

FRANK MARTIN

Frank Martin, 77, a native of Chackbay and a resident of Thibodaux, died at 
12:19 p.m. Friday. Visitation will be from at 3 p.m. Sunday and will continue 
until funeral time at the funeral home on Monday. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. 
Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, Chackbay. Burial will be in 
the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Marie Allemand Martin; four sons, Gussy, Oneil, 
Agnell and Frank Martin Jr.; one daughter, Shirley Blanchard; five brothers, 
Clinton, Nelson, Chester, Jessie and Henry Martin; three sisters, Marie 
Allemand, Louise Albert and Maggie Martin; 19 grandchildren; and seven great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Orville Martin; two 
brothers, Foster and Lionel Martin; one sister, Nolie Rodrigue; and two 
grandchildren. 

Thibodaux Funeral Home is handling arrangements. 

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Published February 12, Sunday

LILLIE COOK

Lillie Cook, 74, a native and resident of Houma, died at 3 a.m. Friday at South 
Louisiana Medical Center. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Monday at 
Gertrude Geddes-Willis Funeral Home. visitation at Christ Baptist Church will be 
from 5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Monday. The funeral will be at 8:30 p.m. Monday 
at Christ Baptist Church with dismissal on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Burial will be in 
the church cemetery. 

She is survived by three daughters, Sadie Williams, Virginia Williams and Audrey 
Chatman Williams; three sons, Nolan Williams, Charley Williams and Johnny 
Chatman; one brother, Joseph Roberson, 30 grandchildren and 32 great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. George Cook; her husband, 
Louis Williams; one daughter; and three brothers. 

Gertrude Geddes-Willis Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 13, Monday

ELOISE BEADLE

Eloise Simoneaux Beadle, 90, died Sunday at 2:50 p.m. Visitation will be from 1 
p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at the 
funeral home. Funeral services will be at the Twin City Funeral Home Chapel in 
Morgan City at 10 am. Burial will be in the Morgan City Cemetery. 

She is survived by four sons, Erwin P. Beadle Sr., Raymond Beadle and Arthur G. 
Beadle of Morgan City and Clarence Beadle Jr. of Houma; two daughters, Mrs. 
Hansel (Gertrude) Nini of Bayou Vista and Mrs. Herbert (Gladys) Vining of 
Berwick; 24 grandchildren; 46 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Beadle Sr.; and one son, 
Clinton Beadle Sr. 

Twin City Funeral Home of Morgan City is handling arrangements.

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Published February 13, Monday

SYLVIA JARRETT

Sylvia Marie Jarrett, 82, a native of Morgan City and a resident of 
Napoleonville, died at 8:32 a.m. Saturday. Funeral services were today at 11 
a.m. at the Twin City Funeral Home in Morgan City. Burial followed in Morgan 
City Cemetery. 

Mrs. Jarrett is survived by her son, Lloyd Jarrett of Morgan City; two 
daughters, Mrs. FP (Rilma) Daigle and Mrs. Merlin (Aline) Mayou; one sister, 
Melinle Gautreaux; seven grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband.

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Published February 13, Monday

JUSTIN OLIVIER

Justin Paul Olivier, 2, died at 9:03 a.m. Saturday. Visitation will be from 2 pm 
to 11 p.m. Sunday and Monday from 8 a.m. until funeral time at Knights of 
Columbus Home, Chauvin. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church in Chauvin. Burial will be in St. Elie cemetery. 

He is survived by his parents, Tina Olivier and Chris Lirette; and by his 
grandparents, Roy A. Lirette Sr., Mrs. Mary Ann Voisin Lirette and Mrs. 
Claudette Ledet. 

Chauvin Funeral Home of Houma is handling arrangements.

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Published February 13, Monday

OSCAR RIVETTE

Oscar Antoine Rivette, 64, a resident of Houma, died at 1:02 p.m. Sunday. 
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral 
time Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at 
the Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 
Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Louella Hymel Rivette; two sons, Oscar "Tony" A. 
Rivette Jr. of Houma and Llewellyn "Lew" John Rivette; two daughters, Mrs. I.J. 
(Jeanne) LeBlanc and Mrs. Junius (Theresa) Arceneaux Jr., both of Houma; four 
brothers, J.C. Rivette, Eugene J. Rivette Jr., Antoine Rivette and Daniel J. 
rivette; two sisters, Mrs. Saul (Isabelle) Marks and Mrs. Maurice (Odile) 
Lagrange; and eight grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Clement and Allen Rivette; and one 
sister, Mrs. Nap (Leonie) Boudreaux. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 13, Monday

LOUIS SAVOIE

Louis Peter Savoie, 79, resident of Houma, died at 5:46 pm Sunday. Visitation 
will be from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time on 
Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the 
Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery #2.

He is survived by sisters, Mrs. Robert (Charlotte) Dilione of Houma, Mrs George 
(Elvire) Toups of Baytown, TX, and Mrs. Joseph (Rita) Vindel of New Orleans.

He was preceded by parents, Licia Lirette Savoie and Edward Savoie;  brothers, 
Stanley C. Savoie,  Junius "Square" Savoie and Alfred Savoie;  sisters, Mrs. J. 
D. (Sadie) Eschete and Mrs. Camille Savoie.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in to the Cancer Society for the heart 
fund. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 14, Tuesday

LUCILLE BEAUVAIS

Lucille Beauvais, a native of Bourg and a resident of New Orleans, died at 3:20 
p.m. Saturday. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. today at St. Anthony of Padua 
Catholic Church, New Orleans. Burial will be in Lakelawn Cemetery, New Orleans.

She is survived by one brother, Dr. Henry T. Ellender of Houma; four sisters, 
Gertrude E. Elissalde of Beaumont, Texas Marie E. Miller, Jessie E. Henchy and 
Betty E. Lindsey, all of Baton Rouge. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam Beauvais. 

House of Bultman Funeral Home of New Orleans is handling arrangements.

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Published February 14, Tuesday

IRVIN CARTER JR.

Irvin "Tee Boy" Carter Jr., 28, died at 1 p.m. Sunday. Carter was a SP4 in the 
United States Army. Wake and funeral services will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday at St. 
Luke Baptist Church, Waterproof. Dismissal will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. 
Luke Cemetery.

He is survived by his mother, Onita Harris of Houma; his father, Irvin Carter 
Sr. of Texas; his stepfather, Charles Harris of Houma; two brothers, Wayne and 
James C. Carter, both of Houma; three stepbrothers, Walter, Wesley and William, 
all of Texas; three sisters, Sandra Lawson Carter, Rose Harris and Jo Ann 
Coleman, all of Houma; and one stepsister, Cynthia Harris of Florida. 

Gertrude-Geddes-Terrebonne Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 14, Tuesday

IRENE JOHNSON

Irene Mary Duthu Johnson, 88, born on April 19, 1894, a native of Houma and a 
resident of New Orleans, died at 2 p.m. Saturday. Graveside services will be on 
Wednesday at 2 p.m. at St. Francis de Sales  No. 1 Cemetery. 

She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dan Johnson; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
John Baptiste Duthu; her godfather, Camille St. Martin and her godmother, Elvire 
Duthu Aitkens. 

Jacob Shoen Funeral Home, New Orleans is handling arrangements.

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Published February 14, Tuesday

AMELIE LAGARDE

Amelie "Mim" Lagarde, is dead at the age of 73. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. 
until 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The 
funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, Thibodaux. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Philip (Marie) Bouterie Sr., Mrs. George 
(B.C.) Clause and Miss Leo "Cookie" Lagarde.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Justin Lagarde; one 
brother, Edwin Lagarde and three sisters, Mrs. Etienne (Mae) LeBlanc, Mrs. 
Golbert (Ruby) Faucheux and Mrs. Ed (Pearl) L. Haverly. In lieu of flowers, 
donations may be made to St. Joseph's Elementary School, Thibodaux. 

Landry Funeral Home, Thibodaux, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 14, Tuesday

DAVIE STOUFFLET

David Adam Stoufflet, 73, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of 
Chauvin, died at 1 p.m. Monday. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral 
time today at the Knights of Columbus Home, Chauvin. The funeral will be 2 p.m. 
today at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Chauvin. Burial will be in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by one son, David Stoufflet Jr. of Chauvin; two daughters, Mrs. 
Lyles (Beverly) Bourg Jr. of Montegut, and Mrs. Aaron (Nell) Henry of Chauvin; 
two brothers, Weldon Stoufflet of Bourg and Oswald Stoufflet of Chauvin; one 
sister, Mrs. Roland (Maudry) Dupre of Houma; six grandchildren and two great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Vallie DuBois Stoufflet; his parents, Mr. 
and Mrs. Adolph Stoufflet; one daughter, Shirley Stoufflet and two brothers, 
Duffy and Dewey Stoufflet. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 15, 1984, Wednesday

NANCY SOLITO

Nancy Ann Solito, 18, a native and resident of Houma, died 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. 
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral 
time at the funeral home. on Thursday. There will be a rosary at 6:30 p.m. 
tonight. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Bernadette Catholic 
Church. Burial will be in St. Francis de Sales  No. 2 Cemetery. 

She is survived by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Solito Sr. of Houma; her 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Solito of Houma and Mr. and Mrs. Wilman 
LeBouef of Chauvin; two brothers, Michael and Charles J. Solito Jr., both of 
Houma and one sister, Mrs. Rober (Cindy) Boudreaux Jr. of Chauvin.

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Published February 15, 1984, Wednesday

NOLAN HEBERT

Nolan Antonie Hebert, 50, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Lockport, died 
at 11 p.m. Tuesday. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. today and from 
7 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. on Thursday. The funeral will be 
at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Funeral Home parlor. Burial will be in Holy Savior 
Cemetery, Lockport.

He is survived by his wife, Wilma Hartman Hebert; three sons, Carl, Doyle and 
Mathew Hebert, all of Lafourche Parish; two daughters, Jane Ongeron and Joyce 
Chiasson, both of Lafourche Parish; one brother, Whitney "Bee" Hebert; two 
sisters, Doris Dubois, Eve Pierce and three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hebert; four 
brothers, Early, Irvin, Horace and Jean Hebert. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Lafourche Parish, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 16, 1984, Thursday

SHAWN BONNET

Shawn Esteve Bonnet, 2, a native and resident of Houma, died at 2 a.m. Wednesday 
at Children's Hospital in New Orleans. The funeral services will be at 8:30 p.m. 
Friday at the Community Funeral Home Chapel. Dismissal will be 2 p.m. Saturday 
from the funeral home. Burial will be in New Rising Sun Cemetery. 

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bonnet of Houma; one brother, 
Harry G. Bonnet; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McGuire of Gibson and 
Elouise Bonnet of Houma. 

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Esteve Bonnet; one sister, Atashe 
M. Bonnet and one brother, Harry Bonnet Jr. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 16, 1984, Thursday

FANNIE BUFKIN

Fannie Nollie Bufkin, 90, a native of Mississippi and a resident of Avondale, 
died at 8:02 a.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. until midnight on 
Friday and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home on Saturday. The 
funeral will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church, Westwego. Burial 
will be in Pinebluff Cemetery, Pinebluff, Miss.

She is survived by one son, L.M. Hood of Virginia; three daughters, Mrs. Dorothy 
L. McGinnis of Florida, Mrs. Nora Duncan of Houma and Mrs. Rebecca Breaux of 
Avondale; one brother, Harvey Hawkins; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Volney Bufkin, and Lelon Hood, from a 
previous marriage; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Marcelous Hawkins, two brothers, 
Miller and Davis Hawkins, and one sister, Verta Smith. 

Westside Funeral Home, Marrero, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 16, 1984, Thursday

WILLIE MARTIN

Willie Martin, 52, a native of Pike County, Mississippi and a resident of Houma, 
died at 5:35 a.m. Sunday at Terrebonne General Medical Center. The funeral will 
be at 8:30 p.m. Friday at the New Salem Baptist Church. Dismissal will be at 10 
a.m. Saturday from the church. Burial will be in Deweyville Cemetery. 

He is survived by his wife, Eva Martin, his stepfather, Decoy Williams of Osyka, 
Mississippi; one son, Vincent Varnado of New Orleans; one daughter, Donna M. 
Bass of Houma; five brothers, Ellis C. Martin of Houma, A.J. Martin of Osyka, 
Miss., Lucius Martin of Oakland, California, Kenny Martin of Woodville, 
Mississippi, and McKenzie Martin of Gloster, Miss.; one sister, Dorothy Jackson 
of Centerville, Miss. and seven grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Martin and one 
daughter, Annie V. Small. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 16, 1984, Thursday

MARY SCOTT

Mary Magaline McGee Scott, 75, a native and resident of Houma, died at 4:30 p.m. 
Monday at Terrebonne General Medical Center. 

She is survived by two sons, Raymond McGuire of Houma and Gy. Sgt. Archie 
McGuire Jr. of Eltora, California; one daughter, Carol Williams of Houma; one 
stepdaughter, Lillie McGuire of New Orleans; 15 grandchildren and four great-
grandchildren. The funeral will be at 8:30 p.m. Friday at the New Rising Sun 
Baptist Church. Dismissal will be at 11 a.m. Saturday from the church. Burial 
will be in Deweyville Cemetery.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willis Scott and Archie McGuire Sr. 
from a previous marriage; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Noah McGee and one daughter, 
Merral M. Sims. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 16, 1984, Thursday

ADAM THIBODEAUX SR.

Adam Joseph Thibodeaux Sr., 77, a native of Mathews and a resident of Houma, 
died at 8:45 p.m. Tuesday. The funeral was held at 11 a.m. today at St. Francis 
de Sales Cathedral. Burial followed in St. Francis de Sales No. 1 Cemetery. 

He is survived by six sons, Adam Jr., Bernard, LeRay and Nolan Thibodeaux, all 
of Houma, Thomas Thibodeaux of Montegut and Leroy Thibodeaux of Dulac; seven 
daughters, Mrs. David (Mabel) Yeager, Mrs. Junior (Ruth) Hebert, Mrs. Steve 
(Angeline) Staley and Mrs. Michael (Elizabeth) Sterns, all of Houma, Amanda 
Prejean, Mrs. Curvin (Bernadette) Chauvin, both of Montegut, and Mrs. Mercy 
Squarsich of Buras; 55 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Adele Marie Benoit Thibodeaux and Louise 
Gautreaux from a previous marriage; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Thibodeaux; 
two sons, Russell and Michael Thibodeaux and two daughters, Mrs. Ruby Cambell 
and Mrs. Rita Chauvin. 

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Published February 17, 1984, Friday

SIDNEY MCELROY JR.

Sidney James McElroy Jr., 51, a native of Houma, a resident of Pointe0aux-Chenes 
and a Korean War veteran, died Thursday at 9:30 am. Visitation will be from 8 
a.m. until 11 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time on Saturday at the 
funeral home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. at St. Eloi Church. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery.

She is survived by his wife, Iana Porche McElroy, Jr.; two sons, Jessie McElroy 
of Chauvin and Cody McElroy of Pointe-aux-Chenes and Mrs. Billie Blanchard of 
Houma; three brothers, Fay and Hayes McElroy of Houma and Charles McElroy of 
Bourg; two sisters, Mrs. Mildred Duplantis and Mrs. Carroll (Mel) Sanders, both 
of Houma; and four grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marie Chauvin and Sidney J. McElroy Sr. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 17, 1984, Friday

CLARENCE NEIL JR.

Clarence Joseph "C.J." Neil Jr., 45, a native and resident of Chauvin, died 
today at 2:30 am. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. today until funeral time 
Saturday at the Knights of Columbus Home, Chauvin. Funeral services will be at 2 
p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin.  Burial will be in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Clarence J. Neil Sr. and Louise Marie Portier; 
one brother, Michael Neil; and three sisters, Mrs. Roy (Mary Mae) Robichaux of 
Montegut, Mrs. Harry (Rosadel) LeBouef of Upper Little Caillou and Mrs. Donald 
(Marion) Bergeron of Chauvin. 

He was preceded in death by his brother, Carrol Neil; and by his grandparents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Willie Neil and Mr. and Mrs. Clovis Portier Sr.

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Published February 17, 1984, Friday

MILLARD ROBICHAUX

Millard Joseph Robichaux, 85, a native of Charenton and a resident of Houma, 
died Thursday at 4:45 am. Robichaux is Senator Edward Brady's father in law. 
Visitation was today from 7 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. Funeral 
services were at 1 p.m. today at the Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial 
followed in St. Francis de Sales II Cemetery. 

He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Elward T. (Bobbie) Brady and Mrs. Reggie 
(Sue) Locke, both of Houma, and Dr. Waldean Robichaux of Bolder Colorado; three 
brothers, Conrad Robichaux of Houma, Eusebe Robichaux of Franklin and Charles 
Robichaux of Rayne; four sisters, Mrs. Mable Convillion of New Orleans. Mrs. 
Elise Becnel of Franklin, Mrs. Mildred Martin of Baton Rouge and Mrs. Willia Mae 
of Fenstermaker of New Iberia; four grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ida Prince Robichaux; his parents, Lea 
Geiling and Justilien Robichaux; three brothers, Nelson, Ibert and Everett 
Robichaux; and three sisters, Estelle Robicahux and Mrs. Bella Martin and Mrs. 
Florence Romaine. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 19, 1984, Sunday

NORRIS COMARDELLE

Norris Paul Comardelle, 64, a native of Des Allemands and a resident of of 
Lockport, died at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Visitation will be Sunday from 6 p.m. to 
midnight and Monday from 7 a.m. until funeral time. The funeral will be at 10 
a.m. Monday at Sanctified Church of Christ, Des Allemands. Burial will be in 
Menonite Cemetary in Des Allemands.

He is survived by his wife, Beulah Matherne Comardelle; one daughter, Mrs. Meria 
Johnfroe; four sons, Norris Comardelle Jr., Vincent Comardelle, Danny Comardelle 
and Steve Comardelle; one sister, Mrs. Irene Dufrene; two brothers, Wilton and 
Milton Comardelle; 16 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Lawrence and Gilbert Comardelle; and 
one grandchild, Parish Johnfroe. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Lockport, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 19, 1984, Sunday

JOETHEL DAVIS

JoEthyl Nicar Davis, 57, a native of Alto, Texas and a resident of Houma, died 
at approximately 4 p.m. on Friday. A memorial service will be held at the Pecan 
Grove United Methodist Church on Little Caillou at a time to be announced. There 
will be no visitation other than the memorial service.

She is survived by her husband, Jack L. Davis; four sons, John N. Hamilton of 
Corpus Cristi, Texas, Douglas R. Hamilton of Denver, Colo., James A. Davis of 
West Memphis, Ar,., and Michael L. Davis of Shreveport; four daughters, Mrs. 
Sandra Emerton and Nelda Jean Hamilton, both of Dallas, Brenda Ann Davis of 
Jonesville, and Verma Kay Davis of Jonesville; one sister, Hazel Fox of Alto, 
Texas; one brother, Jack Nicar of Alto, Texas; and six grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William and Edna Holcomb 
Nicar; and one brother, William Nicar. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 19, 1984, Sunday

CHARLES HAYGOOD

Charles Ray Haygood, 32, a native and resident of Meridian, Miss., and a 
resident of Chauvin, died Feb. 17 in Port Sulpher. Visitation will be from 8 
a.m. Sunday until funeral time Monday at the Knights of Columbus Home, Chauvin. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

He was the husband of Susan Callais Haygood and the son of Floyd Haygood and the 
late Betty Smith Haygood.

He is survived by three brothers, Donny, Ricky and Mike Haygood; and three step 
children, Brad, Paul and Olivia Trahan. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Houma, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 19, 1984, Sunday

ALFRED LAGARDE

Alfred Largarde Sr., 56, a native of Houma and a resident of Baltimore, Md., 
died Feb. 13 at 10:25 p.m. at South Louisiana Medical Center. The funeral will 
be at 9 p.m. Sunday at the Resident Baptist Church. There will be no visitation. 
Burial will be on Monday at Union Benevolent Cemetery in Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Geneva M. Lagarde; two sons, Robert "Bobby" 
Lagarde of Virginia Beach, Va., and Alfred Lagarde Jr. of Washington, D.C.; one 
daughter, Judy L. Lagarde; his mother, Mrs. Rosa Dennis Lagarde; two brothers, 
the Rev. James C. Lagarde and Frank Lagarde Jr., both of Houma; one sister, Mrs. 
Vera L. Brown of Houma; and two grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Lagarde. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 19, 1984, Sunday

FRANCIS PARRA

Francis Parra, 74, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:30 
a.m. Friday. The funeral was held Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Charles Catholic 
Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Irene Guidry Parra; one son, Raleigh Parra; one 
daughter, Miriam Parra Hebert; one sister, Rita Parra Bourgeois; one brother, 
Elvin Parra; one foster brother, Emelian Braud; and four grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Felix Parra, his step 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jackson Petit; one son, David Parra; one brother, Morris 
Parra; one step sister, Isabelle Raynal; and one step brother, Gaston Petit.

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Published February 19, 1984, Sunday

LENA RIVET

Lena Callout Rivet, 75, a native of Lafourche Parish and a resident of Mathews, 
died at 11:30 p.m. on Friday. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, 
and on Monday from 7 a.m. until funeral time. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. 
Monday at St. Hillary Catholic Church in Mathews. Burial will be in Holy Savior 
Cemetery in Lockport.

She is survived by her husband, Louis Rivet; one son, Louis "Sonny" Rivet; two 
daughters, Mrs. Wilson (Barbara) Foret and Mrs. Thomas (Nell) France; five 
sisters, Mrs. Joe (Mathilda) DeCarlo, Mrs. Joe (Margaret) Trippi, Mrs. Paul 
(Mildred) Arabie, Mrs. Dennis (Annie) Gautreaux and Mrs. Pauline Arabie; three 
brothers, Ferdinand, Russell and George Callout; 12 grandchildren; and 11 great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul and Edna Morvant 
Callout; and one brother, Donald Callout. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 20, 1984, Monday

GEORGE ALFRED

George M. Alfred, 57, a native and resident of New Orleans, died Friday. Alfred, 
pastor of the Brooks United Methodist Church in New Orleans, was a former 
funeral director of Community Funeral Home, Houma. Funeral services will be 
Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the Brooks United Methodist Church, 400 Buchanan St., New 
Orleans. Dismissal will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the church. Burial will be 
in Rest Haven Memorial Park in New Orleans.

He is survived by his wife, Billie Jean Alfred; by his son, Thomas A. Levy of 
Baton Rouge; two daughters, Tangie and Minique Alfred of New Orleans; five 
sisters, Elsie Allen, Rose Mary Alfred, Anita Mitchell, Shulong Kelly and 
Veronica Jones, all of New Orleans; and four grandchildren. 

Calvin J. Young Funeral Home in New Orleans is handling arrangements.

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Published February 20, 1984, Monday

ROLAND BLANCHARD

Roland Paul "Kick" Blanchard, 51, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 
10:06 a.m. Sunday. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time today at 
the St. Charles Catholic Church in Pointe-aux-Chenes. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Dupre Blanchard; one brother, Jervis 
Blanchard of Chauvin; five sisters, Mrs. Albert (Ena) Savoie, Mrs. Joseph 
(Evelyn) Charpentier Sr., Mrs. Lucy Chauvin and Mrs. Richard (Emma) Battise, all 
of Chauvin and Mrs. Jessie (Betty) Babin of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Theresa and Alexander Blanchard.

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Published February 20, 1984, Monday

LUCY CAVALIER

Lucy Albarado Cavalier, 77, died at 9:20 p.m. Friday. Funeral services were at 
10 a.m. today at the Assumption Catholic Church in Plattenville. Burial followed 
in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Ethel Cavalier of Donaldsonville and Mrs. 
Francis (Loretta) Hubble of Thibodaux; one son, Allen Cavalier of Plaquemine; 
four sisters, Mrs. Clifton Landry of White Castle, Mrs. Bartley Woolam, Mrs. 
John A. Allain and Hillary Albarado, all of Plaquemine; 22 grandchildren; and 
nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Cavalier; one daughter, Mrs. 
Roy (Joycelyn) Cavalier; two brothers, Eugene and Earl Albarado; and by her 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Albarado. 

Landry Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 20, 1984, Monday

DOROTHY KOBLE

Dorothy Fiefield Koble, 67, died Friday at 10:13 p.m. Funeral services were at 
11 a.m. today at Landry Funeral Home Chapel in Thibodaux. Burial followed in the 
First Baptist Church Cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Kenneth Neuman; her daughter, Melissa Neuman; her 
grandchildren, Vickie Lynn, Michelle and Kimberly Neuman, Heather Bruce and 
Byron Thorrence. 

Landry Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 20, 1984, Monday

MARGUERITE LAJAUNIE

Marguerite "Maggie" Dubois Lajaunie, 99, died Saturday at 11:30 p.m. Funeral 
services were today at 11 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. Burial followed 
in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Rufus (Florence) LaRose; one sister, Mrs. 
Estelle Robichaux; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Emile H. Lajaunie; one daughter, Mrs. 
Irby J. (Elodie) Gaudet; two brothers, Felix and Phillip Dubois; two sisters, 
Emeline Landry and Mrs. Melanie Starr; and by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Joseph 
Dubois. 

Landry Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 21, 1984, Tuesday

DAVE CLAUSSEN

Dave Claussen, infant, died at 11:25 p.m. Saturday. There will be graveside 
services at 2 p.m. today at Holy Rosary Cemetery, Houma.

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Claussen of Bourg; his 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Pete Menou of Bourg and Mrs. Lavora Taylor of Bourg. 

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Harold Claussen. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 21, 1984, Tuesday

ALIDA DASPIT

Alida Leonard Daspit, 88, a native and resident of Bayou Black, died at 11:05 
p.m. on Monday, February 20, 1984. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 11 p.m. 
today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will 
be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Bayou Black. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery.

She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Louis (Sara) Lapeyrouse of Houma, Mrs. 
Raymond (Mildred) Metternich of Baton Rouge, Mrs. Gable (Rita) Duplantis of 
Bayou Black and Mrs. Lawrence (Etta)Tasset of Mathews; 19 grandchildren, 52 
great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph F. Daspit; her parents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Adam Leonard; two sons, John and Joseph Daspit; three brothers, Robert, 
Ellis and Abel Leonard; three sisters, Mrs. Oleus (Alcidie) Trahan, Mrs. Alcide 
(Alada) Olivier and Mrs. Sidney (Alcida) Arceneaux. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 21, 1984, Tuesday

EDNA DUET

Edna Harvey Duet, 55, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 8:44 p.m. 
Sunday. The funeral was held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 
Golden Meadow. Burial followed in Hebert Cemetery, Galliano.

She is survived by her husband, Ellis Duet; her mother, Edna Robert Harvey; one 
son, Octave Borne; four daughters, Arlene Fox, Bette Henry, Rita and Cherie 
Duet; two brothers, Robert and Alfred Harvey; one sister, Betty Fleming and five 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Harvey; two brothers, Joseph Jr. 
and William Harvey; two sisters, Joyce Theriot and Dorothy Barry. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 21, 1984, Tuesday

SUZANNE FOLSE

Suzanne Parr Folse, 83, a a native and resident of Boutte, died at 6:30 a.m. 
Monday. The funeral was held at 11:30 a.m. today at the funeral home parlor. 
Burial followed in Holy Savior Cemetery, Lockport.

She is survived by two brothers, Eddie and Abel Parr and one sister, Mrs. S.T. 
Stacey. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph N. Folse; five brothers, 
George, Noe, Egube, Albert, John Parr and one sister Edith Blakey. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Lockport, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 21, 1984, Tuesday

MAUD KRINGEL

Maud Hanley Kringel, 83, a native of Lockport and a resident of West Palm Beach, 
Florida, died on Sunday. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Wednesday 
and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home on Thursday. The funeral 
will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Holy Savior Catholic Church, Lockport. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one son, Milton J. Kringel Jr.; five brothers, Dr. Fleming 
Hanley of West Palm Beach, Fla., Dr. Patrick Hanley of New Orleans, William 
"Bill" Hanley of Baton Rouge and Lionel Hanley of Lockport; three sisters Mrs. 
Alice Miller of Golden Meadow, Mrs. Anna Bourgeois of Lockport, Mrs. Dave 
(Lolita) Defelice of Raceland and three grandchildren.

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Published February 22, 1984, Wednesday

CADY ROME

Cady Joseph Rome, 60, a native and resident of Kraemer, died at 12:15 p.m. 
Monday. Visitation will begin today at 3 p.m. and will continue until funeral 
time on Wednesday at the St. Lawrence Church Hall, Kraemer. The funeral will be 
at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Lawrence the Martyr Catholic Church, Kraemer. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Louise Rome; one son, Anthony Rome; two brothers, 
Exso and Joseph Rome; one sister, Olivia Scioneaux and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Augustin Rome. 

Thibodaux Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 22, 1984, Wednesday

VIVIAN BROCKWELL

Vivian Wampler Brockwell of Gibson died on Tuesday morning. Services will be at 
2 p.m. on Thursday at Doughty-Stevens Funeral Home, Greeneville, Tennessee. 

She is survived by her husband, Sam Brockwell. 

Doughty-Stevens Funeral Home, Greenville, Tenn is handling arrangements.

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Published February 22, 1984, Wednesday

DR. EDGAR LANDRY JR.

Dr. Edgar Peter Landry Jr., a native and resident of Houma, is dead at the age 
of 49. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. until 
funeral time on Friday. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral 
home chapel. Burial will be in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. 

He is survived by his wife, Karen LeCompte Landry of Houma; his parents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Edgar P. Landry Sr. of Houma; one son Stephen A. Landry of Houston, Texas; 
one daughter, Julie E. Landry of Houma; two brothers, Larry and Whiley Landry, 
both of Houma and one sister, Mrs. Bill (Margaret) Manning of Morgan City. 

He was preceded in death by one brother, Hanson Landry. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 22, 1984, Wednesday

ARSENE GROS

Arsene Harry Gros, 73, a resident of Labadieville, died at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday. 
The funeral was held at 10 a.m. today at St. Philomena Catholic Church, 
Labadieville. Burial will be in the church cemetery. .

He is survived by his wife, Eleonore Lagrange Gros; one daughter, Mrs. Jane G. 
Oncale; six brothers, Chester, Clay "Nook", Dewey, Euclid "Kippy", Frank and 
Jacques "Jack" Gros; one sister, Mrs. Sam (Emily) Thibodeaux and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clovis Gros Sr.; two 
brothers, Emile, Clovis "Tom" Gros Jr. and one sister, Mrs. Herman (Helen) 
Boudreaux. 

Landry Funeral Home, Labadieville, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 23, 1984, Thursday

LEA RUTTER SR.

Lea Edward Rutter Sr., 57, a resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday. 
The funeral was held at 10 a.m. today at St. Genevieve Catholic Church, 
Thibodaux. Burial followed in St. Joseph Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Sybil Lindle Rutter; three sons, Michael E., Steven 
O. and Lea E. Rutter Jr.; one daughter, Caroline M. Rutter and two 
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Rutter and two 
brothers, James and Wren Rutter. 

Landry Funeral Home, Thibodaux, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 23, 1984, Thursday

RHEUBEN ELSTER

Rheuben Elster, 78, a native of Houma and a resident of Houston, Texas, died at 
3 p.m. Tuesday. Services will be held in Houston, Texas.

He is survived by one son, Bobby Elster of North Carolina; two daughters, Mrs. 
Betty Cahill of Dickinson, Texas and Mrs. Bonnie Tollett of Stafford, Texas; one 
brother, Martin Elster of Houma and nine grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Jackson Elster and one daughter, 
Sybil Elster.

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Published February 23, 1984, Thursday

VERNA GAUTREAUX

Verna Gautreaux, 74, died at 4:25 p.m. on Wednesday. Visitation will be from 
5:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral 
home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Philomena Catholic Church, 
Labadieville. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. William (Pansy) Justrabo, Mrs. Godfrey 
(Isabella) Naquin and Mrs. Joseph D. (Nellie) Clement; one brother, Ernest Borne 
Sr.; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George C. Gautreaux; her parents, Mr. 
and Mrs. Henry Borne and one brother, Clifton Borne. 

Landry Funeral Home, Labadieville, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 23, 1984, Thursday

EDWARD TRAHAN SR. 

Edward Trahan Sr., 34, a native of Lafayette and a resident of Larose, died at 
5:30 a.m. Wednesday. The funeral was held at 11 a.m. today at Holy Rosary 
Catholic Church, Larose. Burial followed in Cheramie Cemetery, Galliano.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Soudelier Trahan; three sons, Shane, Jason and 
Edward Trahan Jr.; four brothers, Cleveland, Clifton, Ray and Joseph Trahan Jr.; 
three sisters, Sis Duet, Dorothy Dupuis and Patricia Benoit.

He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sheila Trahan; one brother, Larry 
Trahan and one sister, Olizeme Lejune.

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Published February 23, 1984, Thursday

LOUIS WALL SR.

Louis Wall Sr., 77, a native of Bordelonville and a resident of Gibson, died at 
4:45 a.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from begin at 5 p.m. today and will 
continue until funeral time at Immaculate Conception Hall in Dupont on Friday. 
The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Immaculate Conception Church, 
Dupont. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Clara Dupont Wall; one son, Louis Wall Jr. of 
Kenner; two daughters, Mrs. Bill (Nora Lee) Kimberger of New Orleans and Mrs. 
Bill (Judith) Landwehr of St. Bernard; one brother, Paul Wall of Echo; one half 
brother, Thomas Wall of Marksville; one sister, Mrs. Milburn (Estelle) LaBorde 
of Mansura; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wall. 

Chauvin Funeral Home, Houma, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 24, 1984, Friday

EVA BILLIOT

Eva Hilda Verret Billiot, 57, a native and resident of Theriot, died at 6:45 
a.m. today. 
Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. today and will continue until funeral time at 
the funeral home. The funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Eloi Catholic 
Church, Theriot. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

She is survived by her husband, Nolan Billiot; one son, Nolan Paul Verret of 
Theriot one daughter, Mrs. Eva Lovell of Morgan City; three brothers, Wilson, 
John and Dalton Verret, all of Theriot; two sisters, Mrs. Norris (Selia) Verdin 
of Grand Caillou, Mrs. Eva Foret of Morgan City and six grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Verret and three 
brothers, Edville, Michel and Hilton Verret. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements. 

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Published February 24, 1984, Friday

ADOLPH BOURGEOIS

Adolph Mark Bourgeois, 72, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Galliano, died 
at 10:20 a.m. Thursday.

The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic 
Church, Galliano. Burial will be in Cheramie Cemetery, Galliano.

He is survived by his wife, Lorida Serigny Bourgeois; one stepson, Bradley 
Serigny; one daughter, Mrs. Lionel (Delores) Terrebonne; one step daughter, Mrs. 
Rhondalyn Darville Garrett; two brothers, John and Pierre Bourgeois; three 
sisters, Mrs. Agatha Sevin, Angelis Duet and Leontine Matherne; six 
grandchildren; nine step great-grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two daughters, Mrs. Jerry (Gloria) Galliano and 
Elaine Bourgeois; one brother, Leon Bourgeois and one sister, Lydia Chabert. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 24, 1984, Friday

DELMA DAIGLE JR.

Delma J. Daigle Jr., died at 8:20 a.m. on Thursday. Visitation will be from at 2 
p.m. today and will continue until funeral time on Saturday. The funeral will be 
at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Visitation of Our Lady Catholic Church. Burial will 
be in McDonnough Cemetery. 

He is survived by Rosalie Ledet by first marriage and Geneviche Ledet by second 
marriage; his children, Stacy and Delma J. Daigle III, Deborah Bonvillian, Linda 
Bergeron, Connie McDaniel and Delma Ann LeBlanc; one sister, Dorothy Romano; and 
14 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Delma J. Daigle Sr. and 
one brother, Ray Daigle. 

Westside Funeral Home, Marrero, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 24, 1984, Friday

RUFUS LAROSE JR.

Rufus H. LaRose Jr., 55, a native of Donner and a resident of Houma, died at 
1:15 p.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. today and from 8 
a.m. until funeral time. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral 
home chapel. Burial will be in St. Francis de Sales #2 Cemetery. 

He is survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Rufus H. La Rose Sr. of Houma; one 
sister, Mrs. Butley (Margaret) Mahler Jr. of Houma and one brother, Major Louis 
La Rose of Norfolk, Virginia. 

He was preceded in death by by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Emile Lajaunie and 
Mr. and Mrs. Theogene LaRose. 


Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 24, 1984, Friday

ALTON NORELL

Alton Joseph Norell, 55, a native of Grossette and a resident of Houma, died at 
7:55 a.m. today. Funeral services will be at the Bright-Holland Funeral Home, 
Parish, Texas.

He is survived by his wife, LaFarris Bishop Norell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Norell. In lieu of 
flowers donations to the Cancer Society are requested. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements. 

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Published February 24, 1984, Friday

JOSHUA PONSON

Joshua Lloyd Ponson, 4, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 4 a.m. 
Thursday. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. today at St. Mary Catholic Church, 
Raceland. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

He is survived by his mother, Janet Ponson; one sister, Julie Ponson and his 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Ponson Sr. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 26, 1984, Sunday

BRENT FRANCE

Brent Michael France, 21, a native and resident of Lockport died Friday evening. 
Visitation will be from 4:30 p.m. until midnight Sunday and from 7 a.m. until 
funeral time on Monday. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Holy Savior 
Catholic Church, Lockport. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Terry France; three brothers, 
Timmothy, Todd and Brad France; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ephy France.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Camille Guidry.

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Published February 26, 1984, Sunday

M.C. PERRY SR.

M.C. Perry Sr., 79, a native of Ridge and a resident of Houma, died at 9:15 a.m. 
Friday. Mr. Perry was a retired employee of Continental Oil Co. and had worked 
in the early days of oil drilling in Louisiana and East Texas. Visitation will 
be from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. until funeral time on 
Monday. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home chapel. Burial 
will follow in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. 

He is survived by three sons, Robert Florrence Perry of Hyattsville, Md., and 
Richard Flynn and M.C. Perry Jr., both of Houma; one daughter, Mrs. Greg 
(Patricia) Andrus of Austin, Texas; one sister, Mrs. Grace Boulet of Groves, 
Texas; 11 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

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Published February 26, 1984, Sunday

JOSEPH KREAMER

Joseph A. Kreamer, 82, a native of Chackbay and a resident of Marrero, died at 
10:20 a.m. Friday. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until midnight Sunday and from 
8 a.m. until funeral time on Monday. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at 
the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, 
Gretna.

He is survived by three sons, Erole A., Alvin J., and Norris R. Kreamer; three 
daughters, Mrs. Mae Loupe, Mrs. Una Busby and Mrs. Ethel Poincon; two brothers, 
Norbert and Albert Kreamer; two sisters, Eunice Pizzolato and Felicia Autin; 27 
grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wives, Alice Allemand by first marriage and Ella 
Puliga from a second marriage; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fergus Kreamer; four 
brothers, John, Aurelian, Felician and Clabert Kreamer; two sisters, Marie 
Rodriguez and Emily Landry; three half brothers and four half sisters. 

Mothe Funeral Home, Harvey, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 26, 1984, Sunday

GEORGIAN SMITH

Georgian Smith, 83, died Thursday at 11:05 a.m. at South Louisiana Medical 
Center. Wake and funeral services will be held at 9 p.m. Monday at Jerusalem 
Baptist Church. Dismissal will be at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday. Interment will be at 
Woodlawn Cemetery. 

She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Sadie Nixon of Houma; seven grandchildren; 
two great-grandchildren; three step sons; seven step daughters; and a host of 
nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Smith; her mother, Ellen Steeple 
Stewart; her father, Albert Stewart Sr.; four sisters, Ada Stewart, Rachel 
Bentley, Ida Stewart and Surian Stewart; and three brothers, Albert Stewart Jr., 
Isaac Stewart and Urick Stewart. 

Gertrude-Geddes-Terrebonne Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 26, 1984, Sunday

CORRECTION - CHARLES HAYGOOD

The death notice for Charles Haygood which appeared in the Feb. 19 edition 
should have stated that he was survived by his step mother,  Thelma Haygood; one 
stepbrother, Wilbert Dhuet; and four stepsisters, Marlene Michel, Beryl Cardwell 
Bernadette Savoie and Rebecca Dhuet. 

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

JAMES BERNARD

James "Jim" David Bernard, 82, died at 12:01 a.m. Friday. Funeral services were 
today at 10 a.m. at St. John Catholic Church. Burial followed in St. Philomena 
Cemetary in Labadieville.]

He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor Bernard and Marie Braud; his 
sisters, Enola Keller, Lillian Clement and Adeline Bernard; and by his brothers, 
Joseph and Wilfred Bernard.

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

REV. THOMAS BRADLEY

The Rev. Thomas Bradley, 67, died Thursday at 8:26 am. Visitation is today from 
5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. and Tuesday from 9 a.m. until funeral time. Wake services 
are at 7:30 p.m. today at the Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Southern 
Baptist Association of the 5th District, Dr. A.C. Daniels presiding. Funeral 
services are Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the new St. Matthews Baptist Church in 
Raceland. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

He is survived by his first wife Emelda Jones Victor and his second wife, 
Majorie Meade Bradley; by five children from his first wife, Leona, Enell, 
Thomas Jr. Earl and Lloyd Bradley; by twelve children from his second wife, 
Lillie, Cheryl, Elendra, Myriam, Louise, Gloria, Robert, Royal, Gerald "Meade", 
Roland, Donald and Ronald Bradley; three sisters, Mrs. Lillie M. Williams of 
Thibodaux, Mrs. Juanita Bush of Algiers and Martha Jones Bradley; 54 
grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Pricilla Bradley; his 
brothers, Elijah and Nathaniel Jones Bradley; and his brother in law, the Rev. 
Willie Williams. 

Williams and Southall Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

NOELIE DUET

Noelie Hidalgo Duet, 82, died Saturday at 9:45 p.m. Visitation will be today 
from 5:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Tuesday from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the 
funeral home. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

She is survived by one daughter, Shirley Duet Vincent; two brothers, Rene and 
Hubert Hidalgo; three sisters, Nora Albert, Eunice Thibodaux and Lilia Ordoyne; 
six grandchildren, Ivadell Perry Dunn, Paula Perry Bateman of Hammond, Edith 
Perry Moser of Harvey and three others un-named.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Witney E. Duet; her parents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Mathias Hidalgo Sr.; one sister, Mrs. Velma Duet; five brothers, Hypolite, 
Alvin, Mathias, Thomas and Robert Hidalgo. 

Landry Funeral Home, Thibodaux, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

CARLO ELARDO

Carlo Elardo, 67, died today at 5:10 am. Visitation will be today from 6 p.m. 
until 10 p.m. and from 8 a.m. until funeral time on Tuesday at the funeral home. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Burial 
will be in St. Francis de Sales #2 Cemetery.

He is survived by his son, Carlo S. Elardo; one sister, Mrs. Theresa Jenny of 
Meraux, La.; and by three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Salvatore Elardo; and by 
his sister, Mrs. Stella Messina. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

GREGORY FRAZIER

Gregory Peter Frazier, 17, a native and resident of of Cut Off, died at 1:30 
a.m. Saturday. Funeral services were at 10 a.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church in Cut Off. Burial followed in St. Joseph Cemetery in Galliano.

He is survived by his parents, Eldon Frazier and Brunella Theriot; by his step 
parents, Janice Frazier and Fedalise Theriot Sr.; three brothers, Matthew, Karl 
and John Frazier; one step brother Donny Lombas; four step sisters, Madonna 
Scurlock, Carla Milligan, Lettie Kennair and Wanda Theriot; and his grandfather, 
Lodriguess Kief.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Celeste Kief, Robert Frazier Sr., 
and Irene Frazier. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

LAWRENCE GROS

Lawrence J. Gros, 74, a native of Franklin and a resident of Lockport, died 7:30 
a.m. Sunday. Visitation will be from 3:30 today until funeral time at the 
funeral home. Funeral services at 10 a.m. at Holy Savior Catholic Church, 
Lockport, Tuesday. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

He is survived by his wife, Leah Bergeron; three sons, Emile, Herbert and Roy 
Gros; one daughter, Mrs. Cline "T-she" (Earline) Richoux; 13 grandchildren and 
nine great-grandchildren; four step grandchildren and one step great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emile Gros and Notelia Elliott; one 
brother, Clarence Gros; and two sisters, Irene Adams and Rita Fayette. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Lockport, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

JOY HARRISON

Joy Upchurch Harrison, 66, a native of Hugo, Okla. And a resident of Houma, died 
Sunday at 10 am. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Wednesday 
from 10 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. Funeral services were held 
at 10 a.m. at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Terrebonne 
Memorial Park Cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Jerry Flwler of Houma; two daughters, Mrs. Rita 
Stewart and Mrs. Candy Deroche, both of Houma; one brother, Lloyd Upchurch of 
Bakersfield, Calif; three sisters, Mrs. Geraldine Burton of Burkburnette, Tx., 
Mrs. June Abbot of Tyler, Tx and Mrs. Carmaleta Dees of Houma; and four 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. George Upchurch. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

JOSEPH MARTINEZ

Joseph Martinez, 71, a resident of Kraemer, died at 1 p.m. Sunday. Visitation 
will be from 3 p.m. until 11 p.m. today and from 7 a.m. until funeral time at 
St. Lawrence the Martyr Church Hall in Kraemer Tuesday. Funeral services will be 
at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the St. Lawrence the Martyr Catholic Church. Burial will 
be in the church cemetery. 

He is survived by his sons, Gene, Ozone, Wayne, Paul and John Martinez; his 
daughters, Nell Tregre, Helen Martinez, Maggie Clement and Rose Kleibert; 23 
grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian Kraemer Martinez. 

Thibodaux Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 27, 1984, Monday

STERLING MILLET SR.

Sterling Anthony Millet Sr., 79, a native of Franklin and a resident of Houma, 
died at 12:15 p.m. Sunday. Visitation will be from 8:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. 
Monday and from 12:30 p.m. until funeral time at the funeral home in Riveridge. 
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. Matthews Catholic Church in 
Riveridge. Burial will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans.

He is survived by two sons, Cyril J. Millet of Houma and Sterling A. Millet Jr. 
of Metairie; three daughters, Sister Marjorie Millet, O.P., Mrs. Frank B. 
(Sylvia) Giovingo of Riveridge and Mrs. Edward S. (Yvette) Crist of Metairie; 
and 10 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Alva Edwards Millet; his parents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Cyrille Millet; and three brothers, Joseph, Stephen and Leo Millet. 

House of Bultman Funeral Home in New Orleans is handling arrangements.

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Published February 28, 1984, Tuesday

DICK ADAMS

Dick J. Adams, 43, a native and resident of Kraemer, died at 10:30 a.m. Monday. 
V1 3 p.m. today and will continue until funeral time at the St. Lawrence 
Catholic Church Hall. The funeral will be 10 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Lawrence 
the Martyr Catholic Church, Kraemer. Burial will be in the church cemetery. . 

He is survived by his wife, Stella Cortez Adams, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
Aldrich Adams; one son, Toby Adams; one daughter, Sara Adams; four brothers, 
Edward, William, Fred and Johnny Adams; eight sisters, Elva Matherne, Celina 
Cortez, Bessie Cortez, Margaret Usey, Marie Granier, Laura Adams, Theries Hotard 
and Elaine Cortez.

He was preceded in death by one brother Richard Adams. 

Thibodaux Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 28, 1984, Tuesday

LEO NAQUIN

Leo Paul Naquin, 52, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 3:30 p.m. 
Sunday. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until 
funeral time at the funeral home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at 
St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, Thibodaux. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Lois Rodrigue Naquin; three sons, Gordon, Dale and 
Ricky Naquin; two sisters, Marguerite Woolsey, Jeannette Fanguy and one 
grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nolan Naquin; one brother, 
Robert "Bobby" Naquin and one sister, Ruby Gravois. 

Thibodaux Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 28, 1984, Tuesday

CLASSIE NAVY

Classie Mae Navy, 39, a native and resident of Houma, died at 7:10 p.m. Saturday 
at Terrebonne General Medical Center.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Navy; her father, Leonard Ray Sr. of 
Gibson; two daughters, Charlene and Cicely Navy, both of Houma; three brothers, 
Thomas and Sylvester Ray, both of Houma and James Ray of Gibson; three sisters, 
Josephine McGuire of Houma , Gladys and Nettie Short, both of Gibson.

She was preceded in death by by her mother, Leola H. Ray; one brother, Leonard 
Ray Jr. and two sisters, Bertha Johnson and Marion Mitchell. 

Community Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 28, 1984, Tuesday

HARRISON ROUSSE

Harrisson Rock Rousse, 77, a native and resident of Galliano died at 6:45 a.m. 
Monday. The funeral will be today at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
Galliano. Burial will be in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Grace Guidry Rousse; one son, Morris Rousse; two 
daughters, Lauriana Guidry and Genevieve R. Byerly; two brothers and four 
sisters; nine grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 28, 1984, Tuesday

CORRECTION - JOY HARRISON

The death notice for Joy Harrison which appeared in Monday's edition should have 
stated that the funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Chauvin Funeral 
Home Chapel. 

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Published February 29, 1984, Wednesday

CLEMA CLAUSE

Clema J. Clause, 98, a native and resident of of Labadieville, died at 2:45 a.m. 
Tuesday. The funeral was held today at 10 a.m. at St. Philomena Catholic Church, 
Labadieville. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 

He is survived by his wife, Aline Boudreaux Clause; five sons, Lenett, Edward, 
Harry, Henry and Alvin Clause; two daughters, Mrs. Clarence (Blanche) Ballowe 
and Mrs. Galeion (Elma) Oncale; two sisters, Mrs. Lawrence (Ida) Blanchard and 
Ione Clause; 19 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-
grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Omer Claude; three 
brothers, St. Claire Rene and Anatole Clause; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph 
(Victoria) Delaune, Mrs. Pierre (Cecile) Aucoin and two grandchildren. 

Landry Funeral Home, Thibodaux, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 29, 1984, Wednesday

LUCILLE PHILLIPS

Lucille Banks Phillips, 81, a resident of Grambling, died at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday. 
Visitation is tentatively scheduled for Friday from 7 until 8 p.m. at Our 
Christian Funeral Home, Ruston. The funeral is tentatively scheduled for 
Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Grambling. Burial will 
follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery.

She is survived by five sons, Colvin Phillips of San Diego, California, Frank 
Phillips Jr. of Grambling, Cordell Phillips of Jonesboro, Eual Phillips of Houma 
and Henry "Bobby" Phillips of Charleston, South Carolina; three daughters, Mrs. 
Mary Lucille Walters of San Diego, Calif., Mrs. Dorothy C. Wimbush of Tulsa, 
Okla., and Mrs. Joseph (Jean) Haskin of Kansas City, Kansas; 14 grandchildren 
and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Phillips Sr. and her parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. William Banks Sr. 

Our Christian Funeral Home, Ruston, is handling arrangements.

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Published February 29, 1984, Wednesday

LILLIAN RICHARD

Lillian Traigle Richard, 64, a native of Napoleonville and a resident of 
Thibodaux, died at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 11 
p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home on Thursday. 
The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. John Catholic Church, St. John. 
Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Napoleonville.

She is survived by her husband, Pierre Richard; nine sons, Russell, Robert, 
Roger, Ernie, Navada, Anthony, Ted, Tommy and Rusty Richard; two daughters, 
Delta Grilliot Janet Zeringue; six sisters, 27 grandchildren and one great-
grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis D. Traigle and two 
daughters, Roselie Ordoyne and Janice Richard. 

Thibodaux Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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Published February 29, 1984, Wednesday

WANDA ROUSSE

Wanda Beene Rousse, 39, a native of Cameron, Texas and a resident of Golden 
Meadow, died at 12:15 a.m. Tuesday. Services will be at Wheat Cemetery, 
Melligan, Texas.

She is survived by her husband, Alvin Rousse; her mother, Mrs. Osma Beene; two 
children, Tracy and Nicole Rousse; three brothers, Dan, William and Gerald 
Beene; three sisters, Katie Lancaster, Ruth Applin and Billie Nicols.

She was preceded in death by her father, Osma Beene. 

Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, is handling arrangements.

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