Obituaries for AUGUST 2001; Houma, Terrebonne Parish, La. Submitted by Donald W. Johnson. Source: The Houma Courier Last modified: 26 Jun 2005 These files are not necessarily complete for any given date. ================================================================ ********************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ********************************************** ================================================================ August 1, 2001 Gertrude "Zella" Joseph Anderson Gertrude "Zella" Joseph Anderson, 83, a native and resident of Schriever, died at 9 a.m. Sunday, July 29, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at United Magnolia Methodist Church in Schriever. Wake services will be at 8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Dismissal services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the church, with burial in Blue Lilly Cemetery in Schriever. She is survived by one son, Wilbert Anderson Jr.; three sisters, Thelma Hugh, Earthal Harris and Ruby Aklamakpe; 11 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbert Anderson; her parents, Arthur and Sarah Rounds Jos eph; three brothers, Clarence, Alvin and the Rev. Chester Joseph; and one sister, Mercedes Shanklin. She was a member of United Magnolia Methodist Church August 1, 2001 Randolph Burgess Randolph Burgess, 68, a native of Etowah County, Ala., and a resident of Bayou Blue, died Tuesday, July 31, 2001. Visitation will be from 3 to 10 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at New Hope/Grace Christian Church in Houma. Funeral services will be at noon Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Betty Duncan Burgess; four sons, Gregory, Rodney, David and Donald Burgess; three daughters, Karen Malbrough, Marilyn Morris and Kimberly Boudreaux; one brother, Robert Burgess; 23 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tellie and Ola Smith Burgess; one son, Hoyt Dwayne Burgess; and one sister, Clara Taylor. He was a veteran of the Dixie Division of the U.S. National Guard and a member of New Hope/Grace Christian Church. August 1, 2001 Dewey Dupre Dewey Dupre, 87, a native of Lafourche Parish and a resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 3:25 a.m. Tuesday, July 31, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Samart Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Louis Catholic Church in Bayou Blue. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Violet Grabert Dupre; five daughters, Mrs. Reginald (Betty) Guidry, Mrs. Roy (Bertie Ann) Gilfour and Mrs. Roch (Trudy) Triche, all of Bayou Blue, Mrs. Primo (Dena) Voisin of Grand Caillou and Mrs. John (Bonnie) Wayman of Houston, Texas; three sisters, Esther Domangue, Beatrice Trahan and Olive Savoie; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Victoria Thibodaux Dupre; two brothers, Cleveland and Woodrow Dupre; three sisters, Inez Buquet, Gladys Rogers and Helen Dupre; and one grandchild, name not provided. He was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. August 1, 2001 Mary Estay Lancaster Mary Estay Lancaster, 72, a native and resident of Paradis, died at 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Des Allemands Mennonite Church. Funeral services will be at noon Thursday at the church, with burial in Sunset Cemetery in Bayou Gauche. She is survived by one son, Terry J. Lancaster; one daughter, Linda L. Lancaster; three brothers, Alvin Estay Sr., Buddy Graver and James Estay Sr.; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie "Bill" Lancaster; her parents, Percy and Verlie Dufrene Estay; three brothers, Dudley, Calvin and Percy Estay Jr.; and two sisters, Ella Pellegrin and Gertrude Estay. She was a member of Des Allemands Mennonite Church. August 1, 2001 Nellie Cole McFatter Nellie Cole McFatter, 84, a native of Cole Central, a former resident of Sugartown, a former resident of Houma, and a resident of Baton Rouge, died on Monday, July 30, 2001. She was a resident of Flannery Oaks Guest House in Baton Rouge. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Labby Memorial Funeral Home in DeRidder. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in Smyrna Cemetery in Sugartown. The Rev. Frank Ott will conduct the funeral services. She is survived by one son, Arthur McFatter of Baton Rouge; one daughter, Ouida Krasewski of Long Valley, N.J.; two brothers, Roger Cole of Tolendo Bend, and Gale Cole of Houma; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey W. McFatter. She was a graduate of Pitkin High School and moved to Houma in 1939. Labby Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 1, 2001 Roland J. "Unkie" Zeringue Roland J. "Unkie" Zeringue, 81, a native of Thibodaux and a resident of Gretna, died Monday, July 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 11 p.m. Thursday and from 7:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Mothe Funeral Home in Harvey. Mass will be at noon Friday at St. Cletus Catholic Church in Gretna, with interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Rosa Mae Lauland Zeringue; one brother, Leroy Zeringue; three sisters, Ola Pierce, Pearl Rodrigue and Joyce Aupied; and numerous other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anicet and Edna Poche Zeringue; one brother, Darwin "Sonny" Zeringue; and three sisters, Doris Adams, Viva Breaux and Iris Bourgeois. He was a retired employee of Celotex, Corporation, a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 3121, a member of Jefferson Parish Golden Agers and a member of the American Association of Retired Person in Gretna. He was a parishioner of St. Cletus Catholic Church. Mothe Funeral Home in Harvey is in charge of arrangements. August 2, 2001 Irene Pierce Matherne Autin Irene Pierce Matherne Autin, 78, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 7 a.m. Wednesday, August 1, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Mass will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Garrison Autin; one son, Wayne Jude Matherne; one daughter, Iris Matherne Do ucet; four stepsons, Ryan, Alan, Jessel and Garrison Autin Jr.; one brother, Webster Pierce Sr.; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Alloyd J. Matherne; her parents, Ignace and Camellia Vega Pierce; two brothers, Harris and Edward Pierce; and one grandchild, name not provided. She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She served as a Eucharistic minister and was a member of the Ladies Altar Society. She was a board member of the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary, a past regent of the Catholic Daughters of America and a member of the Art Guild. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Rosary Catholic School. August 2, 2001 Jeanne Cadiere Belanger Jeanne Cadiere Belanger, 83, a native and resident of Houma, died at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Arnold Belanger and wife, Jullie, of Houma, Myron Belanger Jr. and wife, Susan, of Benton and Daniel Belanger Sr. of Gulfport, Miss.; one daughter, Joan Belanger Danos and husband, Wilford, of Bayou Blue; two sisters, Annette Portier of Chauvin, and Veronica Heiple of Houma; 13 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Myron Belanger Sr.; her pa rents, Alphonse and Valerie Pontiff Cadiere; one daughter, Marian Belanger; two brothers, Arnold and Elmore Cadiere; one sister, Blanche Dryden; and one grandchild, Rachel Belanger. She was a retired cafeteria manager for Terrebonne Parish School Board. She was a member of the East Park Volunteers and a member of the Ladies Altar Society. She was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. August 2, 2001 Alex Morgan Jr. Alex Morgan Jr., 72, a native of New Roads and a resident of Thibodaux, died at 10:59 p.m. Sunday, July 29, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his companion, Shirley Pharagood of Thibodaux; his mother, Vivian Alexander of Thibodaux; one son, Alex Pharagood of Thibodaux; one daughter, Shawanda Pharagood of Thibodaux; two sisters, Brenda and Charlotte Alexander, both of Thibodaux and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by this father, Alex Morgan Sr. He was a retired tractor operator for the city of Thi bodaux and a member of Moses Baptist Church. August 3, 2001 Florence Pitre Eschete Florence Pitre Eschete, 78, a native of Houma and a resident of Lockport, died at 7:08 a.m. Thursday, August 2, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Mass was scheduled for 1 p.m. today at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews, with burial in Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by four sons, George, Wayne, Clarence Joseph "C.J." and Louis Eschette Jr.; one daughter, Geraldine "Geri" Eschette Alario; one brother, Donald D. Pitre; three sisters, Gertrude Bourgeois, Emma Louis Touro and Marion Chiasson; 21 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Leo Eschette, Sr.; her parents, Clarence and Ismae Savoie Pitre, five brothers, Floyd, Hudson, Robert, Joseph and Gerald Pitre; four sisters, Genevieve Broussard, Anna Mae Breaux, and Frances and Marie Pitre; and one great-grandchild, name not provided. She was a parishioner of St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews. August 3, 2001 Mary Carter Harris Mary Carter Harris, 88, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Chauvin, died at 2:20 p.m. Monday, July 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Smithridge. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Bisland Cemetery. She is survived by one son, Wayne B. Harris and wife, Sharon, of Houma; three daughters, Mrs. Cudies (Gloria) Johnson of Compton, Calif., Ann Marie Harris of Chauvin, and Mrs. Rufus (Bernice) Smith of Los Angeles, Calif.; 20 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Junius Harris; her parents, Charlie and Louise Jenkins Carter; two sons, Robert Lee and Charles James Harris; five brothers, Clarence "Jack", Herman, Luby, Earl and Archie Carter; and two sisters, Rosetta Wallace and Martha Simmons. She was a homemaker and a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. August 3, 2001 Lloyd Johnson Lloyd Johnson, 43, a native of Houma and a resident of Fontana, Calif., died Wednesday, July 25, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Community Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in Bisland Cemetery. He is survived by his father, Ernest Johnson Sr.; one son, Brian Lawson; three daughters, Desiree, Telika and Lois Ann Allen; seven brothers, Bobbie, Roger, Wayne, Craig, Glenn, Claude and Ernest Johnson Jr.; two sisters, Sonya Green and Sandra Johnson; and one grandchild. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bertha Ray Johnson; and one brother, Michael Johnson. August 3, 2001 Francis King Francis King, 76, a native of Fayette, Ala., and a resident of Houma, died at 6:50 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Howard Third Zion Travelers Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in New Rising Sun Cemetery. She is survived by two daughters, Joyce Bonvillain of Houma, and Jeanette Banton of Tampa, Fla.; nine grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie King; her parents, Lula Johnson and George Dallas; and one daughter, Jean Dallas. She was a licensed practical nurse and a member of Howard Third Zion Travelers Baptist Church. August 3, 2001 Edna Mae Doiron Luke Edna Mae Doiron Luke, 73, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:53 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Anthony Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Larry C. Luke and wife, Sandee, of Houma, and Gene Luke of New Orleans; five daughters, Linda Trahan and Debra Luke, both of Houma, Mrs. K.J. (Sharon) Naquin of Thibodaux, Mrs. Dwayne (Dena ) Burton of Jacksonville, Fla., and Mrs. Richard (Carla) Grabert of Crowley; three brothers, Eddie and James "Pookie" Doiron, both of Houma, and William "Billy" Doiron of Raceland; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert E. Luke; her parents, Leonce A. and Edna Blakeman Doiron; one daughter, Kathy Lynn Luke; four brothers, Leonce C., Louis, Lawrence and Forest Albert Doiron; and one sister, Betty Jo LeBoeuf. She was a homemaker and a parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church. August 3, 2001 Lucinda "Mom" Toussaint Lucinda "Mom" Toussaint, 74, a native of Donaldsonville and a resident of Raceland, died Friday, July 27, 2001 Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Raceland. Wake services will be at 8 p.m. today at the church. Dismissal services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Morning Star Baptist Church Cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by four sons, John Landry of Avondale, Frank Toussaint Sr. of Raceland, Leonard Toussaint Sr. of New Orleans, and Calvin Davis of Houma; three daughters, Janice Harold of Lafayette, Edna Williamson of Oakland, Calif., and Carolyn Green of White Castle; two sisters, Mary Bradley of Donaldsonville, and Frenchnett Howard of Oakland; 24 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. S he was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Alice Toussaint; and four brothers, William, Joseph, Leo and Frank Toussaint. She was a member of the Rebecca Chapter No. 23 Order of the Eastern Star of Thibodaux, a member of the Rainbow Club of Thibodaux, a former member of the Star of Victory Chapter No. 23 Order of the Eastern Star, a member of the Usher Board and a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Chuch. August 3, 2001 Wellington "Bouncer" Young Jr. Wellington "Bouncer" Young Jr., 66, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 28, 2001. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Saturday at Tabernacle of Love Pentecostal Church in Thibodaux. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Mark Baptist Church Cemetery in Labadieville. He is survived by his wife, Rose Mary Burrell Young of Thibodaux; one son, Kevin Young of Thibodaux; one daughter, Donchita Coleman of Thibodaux; three brothers, Robert Young of Houma; Paul Young of Arkansas, and Gerald Young of Thibodaux; eight sisters, Betty Brown, Ann Brown, Lois Whitted, Doris Wilson, Catherine Young, Faye Hill and Valeri Willis, all of Thibodaux; and Joyce Young of California; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Wellington Young Sr.; and two brothers, Ernest and Johnny Young. He was a retired material supply Coordinator for the telephone company, a part-time school crossing guard for the Thibodaux Police Department and a member of Tabernacle of Love Pentecostal Church. August 4, 2001 Dennis J. "Bad Eye" Blanchard Dennis J. "Bad Eye" Blanchard, 67, a nativ e and resident of Labadieville, died at 11:10 a.m., Friday, August 3, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 8:00 a.m. until funeral time today at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass was scheduled for 10 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Margaret Ortego Blanchard; and one brother, Charles Blanchard. He was a member of the U.S. Army National Guard of Texas and a parishioner of St. Philomena Catholic Church. August 4, 2001 Jacqueline R. LeBlanc Jacqueline R. LeBlanc, 49, a resident of LaPlace, died Friday, August 3, 2001, from liver cancer. She is survived by her father, Don Crowdus Sr. of LaPlace; one sister, Donna Crowdus, of LaPlace; one brother, Donald Crowdus and his wife, Christi, and their three children, Joshua, Lauren and Lindsay, all of Houma. She was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia B. Crowdus. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 5, 2001 Nolan Douglas Sr. Nolan Douglas Sr., 68, a native of Terrebonne Pari sh and resident of Houma, died at 2:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, 2001. Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Monday at Community Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to service time Tuesday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Helouise Hanzy Douglas; two sons, Darius J. Douglas of Baton Rouge and Brian Bass of Baton Rouge; two daughters, Mrs. Arivez (Darlene D.) Player of Shreveport and Dominique K. Douglas of Houma; six brothers, George, Freddie Jr., Benny, Gerald, Donald and Bobby Douglas all of Houma; four sisters, Annie B. Doss of Magnolia, Ark., Marguerite D. Pitts, Carolyn D. Washington and Helen Marie Douglas all of Houma; and one grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Freddie Douglas Sr. and Helen Willis Douglas; and one son, Nolan Douglas Jr. August 5, 2001 Melva Jordan "Mrs. Yot" Duplantis Melva Jordan "Mrs. Yot" Duplantis, 76, a native of Burgaw, N.C., and resident of Houma, died at 7:38 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in St. Elie Cemetery. She is survived by five sons, Elwin "Boogie" Duplantis, John Charles Duplantis, Hubert Duplantis, Michael Duplantis and Richard "Rick" Duplantis; three brothers, Charlie Jordan, Robert Jordan and Ivey Jordan; three sisters, Annie Reeve, Ethel Lee and Jeanette Gaffos; 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewellyn "Yot" Duplantis; her parents, Jessie and Martha Jordan; one daughter, Gwendolyn Susan Gonzales; three brothers, Delva Jordan, Joseph Jordan and Marshall Jordan; two sisters, Jessie Batson and Maggie Mae Jordan; and one grandson, Elwin "Joey" Duplantis III. She was a housewife. August 5, 2001 William "Willie" Pierre Luke William "Willie" Pierre Luke, 76, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Friday, Aug. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home. Contact Chauvin Funeral Home at (985) 868-2536 for service time. He is survived by his wife, Ezella Trosclair Luke of Houma; six sons, Jerry Luke of Dulac, Harold Luke, Henry Luke, Timmy Luke, Jody Luke and Danny Luke all of Houma; four daughters, Tammy L. Cabanilla of Dulac, Barbara L. Thibodeaux, Sandra L. Johnson and Rachel Luke of Houma; one sister, Leona L. Bourg of Houma; 23 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Leddie Carrere Luke; one son, Carl Luke; one brother, Whitney Luke ; and three sisters, Winnie L. Thibodeaux, Wilma L. Blanchard and Wilda L. Thibodeaux. He was a retired fisherman. He was a member of V.F.W. Post No. 4752 in Dulac and a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. August 5, 2001 Sonny Joseph Thibodaux Sonny Joseph Thibodaux, 89, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Mary Filce Thibodaux; one son, Donald Thibodaux; one sister, Alma Latour; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Velma Chiasson Thibodaux; one son, Sonny Thibodaux Jr.; one brother, Freddie Thibodaux; and one sister, Earline Brown. August 6, 2001 Clarence Anderson Sr. Clarence Anderson Sr., 70, a native and resident of Thibodaux died at 3:10 a.m. Thursday, August 2, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Old Fountain Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Alice Anderson of Thibodaux; seven sons, Clarence, Ephon, Alfred, Isiah, Wilford, Wesle y, and Leroy Anderson; eight daughters, Ophelia Marts, Olevia Anderson, Diana A. Winslow, Lois Robinson, Tracy Anderson, Debra Anderson, and Sylvia Anderson all of Thibodaux, and Patricia Anderson of Donaldsonville; 44 grandchildren; 53 great-greatchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ophelia Daniels and Sam Johnson; one son, Lloyd Warner; and his grandparents, Mahilda and James Ellis. He was a member of Old Fountain Baptist Church. August 6, 2001 Marie Rosella Verdin "Miss Susie" Billiot Marie Rosella Verdin "Miss Susie" Billiot, 76, a native and resident of Houma died at 5:56 a.m. Sunday, August 5, 2001. Visitation will be from 2 to 10 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home, and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Grand Caillou Baptist Mission Church. Religious services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her former husband Joseph E. "Toot" Billiot; three sons, Raymond, Jerry and Patrick Billiot; two daughters, Marie and Louise Billiot; one stepson, Wilbert Billiot; one stepdaughter, Theresa Speights; three brothers, Paul, Albert, and Antoine Verdin; one sister, Florence Cotton; 30 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Louis Joseph Billiot; and her second husb and, Dennis Chiasson; her parents, John and Azelie Fitch Billiot; two sons, Linest and Larry Billiot; two stepsons, William and Easton Billiot; two brothers, John and Joseph Verdin; and two sisters, Josephine Lodrigue and Edna Verret. She was a parishioner of Grand Caillou Baptist Mission Church. August 6, 2001 Emery Joseph Eymard Emery Joseph Eymard, 52, a native of Golden Meadow and a resident of Galliano, died at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Ernest and Lovinia Gisclair Eymard; two sons, Casey and Travis Eymard; one daughter, Sandy E. Callais; one sister, Emily E. Robichaux; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine Saverty Eymard. He was a retired shrimper and a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. August 6, 2001 Dale Joseph Guillot Dale Joseph Guillot, 63, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:45 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 until 9 today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Landry's Funeral Home. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Roberta Folse Guillot, one son, David J. Guillot; two daughters, Gaylynn Falgoust and Dale Birdsong; four brothers, names not provided; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Celestin L. and Bertha Benoit Guillot; two brothers, names not provided; and one sister, name no t provided. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Co-Cathedral. August 6, 2001 Betty Luke Hutchinson Betty Luke Hutchinson, 65, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 2001. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Living Word Church. She is survived by her husband, Floyd Hutchinson of Houma; two sons, David Hutchinson and wife, Ellen, of Houma, and Gary Hutchinson and wife, Kristin, of Lafayette; two daughters, Mrs. John (Donna) Foster of New Iberia and Mrs. Ron (Christy) Collie of Houma; two brothers, Easton Luke of Houma, and Lloyd Luke of DeRidder; one sister, Elsie Luke Asch of Houma; six grandchildren; one step-grandson; and two step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest Franklin Luke Sr. and Inez Cole Luke; three brothers, Jack, Gilbert and Ernest Luke Jr.; and two sisters, Willie Mae Luke Leives and Lottie Luke Chauvin. She was a retired self-employed antique dealer and a member of Living Word Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 614 Barrow St., Houma, LA 70360 or to Living Word Church, 109 Valhi Blvd., Houma, LA 70360. August 7, 2001 Patrick "P" Barnes Patrick "P." Nicholas Barnes, 19, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:40 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 2001. A Memorial service will be at 6 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church in Houma. He is survived by his parents, Raymond R. and Patricia Zagorski Barnes; five brothers, John, Mitchel, Brinton, Charles and Raymond Barnes, Jr. and his wife, Meg; one sister, Amie Barnes; his paternal grandfather, Walton Barnes; his maternal grandfather, Raymond Zagroski; two aunts, Kathy Schouest and Diane Cunningham; and four uncles, Steven and Richard Barnes and Raymond and Jan Zagorski. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Alice Zagorski and his paternal grandmother, Patricia Gaidry. He was a member of First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Terrebonne Parish Soccer League or any charity. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 7, 2001 Jeanne Dardar Billiot Jeanne Dardar Billiot, 68, a native and resident of Pointe-aux-Chenes, died Monday, Aug. 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday, at Pointe-aux-Chenes Fire St ation. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Pointe-aux-Chenes, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Edward Billiot; four sons, Pat Billiot and wife Penny, Preson Billiot and wife Jodi, Daniel Billiot and wife Hope, Ricky Billiot and wife Nina; one daughter, Deborah Unbehagen and husband Karl; one brother, Henry Dardar and wife Michele; one sister, Rita Antoinette Falgout; 13 grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Dardar and Eve Naquin Dardar; three brothers, Augustine, Eitenne, and Vincent Dardar; and one sister, Alexina Dardar. She was a homemaker, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary, a member of the Ladies Altar Society, a member of Cursillo, and a parishioner of St. Charles Borroemo Catholic Church. Samart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 7, 2001 Kathryn Marie Martin Boudreaux Kathryn Marie Martin Boudreaux, 92, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 7:35 a.m., Monday, Aug. 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by one son, Me lvin Paul Boudreaux of Houma; two sisters, Leola Callahan and Mable Rhodes of Houma; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Elezie Boudreaux; her parents, Justine and Ocelia LeBlanc Martin; one daughter, Mildred Anderson; one brother, John Martin; one sister, Esther Price and one grandchild, name not provided. She was a homemaker and a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. August 7, 2001 Nellie Ann Daigle Caro Nellie Ann Daigle Caro, 78, a native and resident of Houma, died at 10:40 p.m., Monday, Aug. 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday. Mass will be Wednesday at St. Louis Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Contact Chauvin Funeral Home at (985)868-2536 for Mass time. She is survived by her husband, Horis Joseph Caro of Houma; one son, Jerry J. and wife Terri Caro of Houma; three brothers, Wilbert Daigle and Edley Daigle Sr., of Houma and Nelson Daigle of Harvey; four grandchildren, James Caro, Beth Caro, Natalie Franco and Peter Caro; one step grandchild, Amanda LeRay; five great-grandchildren, Kandice Boudreaux, Taylor Caro, Brianna Caro, Brittney Caro and Blake Caro and one step- great-grandchild, Jacob DeLaune. She was pr eceded in death by her parents, Elphege and Angeline Guidry Daigle; three stepbrothers, Charlie Daigle, Shelly Daigle and Henry Daigle; and four stepsisters, Magnolia Cyr, Osia Sonier, Mathilda Bergeron and Elda Thibodaux. She was a retired office manager for Caro. She was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 7, 2001 Lonny John Duet Lonny John Duet, 32, a native of Galliano and a resident of Golden Meadow, died Saturday, Aug. 4, 2001. Visitation will be from 2 to 10 p.m. today and from 7 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home in Cut Off. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano, with burial in Hebert Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Julie Bergeron Duet; his parents, Penelton "Do-Do" Jr. and Betty Griffin Duet; one son, Ross John Duet; one stepson, Bob Guidry, Jr.; one stepdaughter, Dwana Guidry, three brothers, Kelly, Armand and Jonathan Duet; and his grandparents, Gilbert and Irene Griffin. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Penelton and Bird Mildred Duet Sr. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. August 7, 2001 Roger J. Rivere Roger J. Rivere, 63, a native of Little Grand Bayou and a resident of Gretna died, Monday, Aug. 6, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Elizabeth Church in Paincourtville. Mass was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by six brothers, Clifton, Youman, Autry, Alfred, Russell and Willman Rivere; and one sister, Virgie Gaudet. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Anastize Pintado Rivere. He was a parishioner of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church. August 7, 2001 Dorothy Mobley Vedros Dorothy Mobley Vedros, a native of Raceland and a resident of Kenner, died Monday, Aug. 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son, Earlis Vedros; one daughter-in-law, Edna Vedros; one daughter, Earline V. Schmidt; one brother, Raymond Mobley, two grandchildren, Dawn Lesing, Sandra Ragas and husband Stephen Ragas; four great grandchildren, James Pease, Tristian Lensing, Claudia Lensing and Victoria Schmidt. She was preceded in death by her husband, Percy J. Vedros, Sr; her parents, Evest and Victoria Mobley; one son, Percy J. Vedros, Jr., three brothers, Robert, Johnny and Albert Mobley; one grandchild, Aaron Paul Schmidt, close friend, Darly Oser; granddaught er-in-law, Dianna Carey and husband Paul Carey. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 8, 2001 Dorothy Marie Adams Dorothy Marie Adams, 44, a native of Raceland and resident of Larose, died Wednesday, August 1 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Morning Star Baptist Chur ch in Raceland. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in Morning Star Baptist Church Cemetery No. 2 in Mathews. She is survived by her companion, Burnell Mathews of Larose; one son, James Adams of Larose; three daughters, Sinatra Adams of Baker, Rojunda A. Jackson and Anisha Adams, both of Larose; one brother, Ike Adams of Raceland; and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her biological mother, Yvonne Stratton; and her adopted parents, Issiac and Albertha Adams. She was a homemaker and a member of Morning Star Baptist Church. August 8, 2001 Katherine Marie Martin Boudreaux Katherine Marie Martin Boudreaux, 92, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma, died at 7:35 a.m. Monday, August 6, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 8 a.m. until funeral time today at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass was scheduled for 10 a.m. today at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sale s Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by one son, Melvin Paul Boudreaux of Houma; two sisters, Leola Callahan and Mabel Rhodes, both of Houma; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Elezie Boudreaux; her parents, Justine and Ocelia LeBlanc Martin; one daughter, Mildred Anderson; one brother, John Martin; one sister, Esther Price; and one grandchild, Dale LeCompte. She was a homemaker and a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 8, 2001 Gillis J. Breaux Jr. Gillis J. Breaux Jr., 78, a native of Morgan City and a resident of Raceland, died at 12:30 a.m. Friday, August 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Eula Leonard Breaux; two sons, Gerald J. and Wayne P. Breaux; one brother, Gene Breaux; three sisters, Louise Landry, Ophelia Moody and Vivian Hebert; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Agunica Gros and Gillis Breux Sr.; and two brothers, Gordon and Guy "Pat" Breaux. He was a life member of Monsignor Carroll Badeaux Knights of Columbus Council No. 3054 and a member of the Lockport Volunteer Fire Department. He was a retired sugar cane farmer and a school bus driver. He was a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Mathews. August 8, 2001 Carlton J. LeBouef Sr. Carlton J. LeBouef, Sr., 63, a native and resident of Houma, died at 3:15 a.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2001. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral services will be at 4 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He survived by his companion of 15 years, Betty Joyce Blanchard; his mother, Angelina Hebert LeBouef of Houma; three sons, Joel LeBouef, Carlton LeBouef Jr., and Clint P. LeBouef Sr., all of Houma; three daughters, Juanita and Wendy Frezze, both of Raceland, and Jill Olden of Chauvin; three stepchildren, Tony Hebert of Houma, Timothy Hebert of Raceland and Annette Frisella; three sisters, Gloria LeBlanc, Theresa Gautreaux and Angelina Paddie, all of Houma; 25 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Felix J. LeBouef; one daughter, April LeBouef; one sister, Amanda Ann LeBouef; his grandparents, Dovie and Cecile Carlos Hebert, and Victor and Amanda Buquet LeBouef and one grandson, Clint Patrick LeBouef Jr. He was the owner of Eastside Bak ery for 28 years and was retired from the bakery for five years. August 8, 2001 Inez Thibodeaux Ducote Roussel Inez Thibodeaux Ducote Roussel, 91, a native of St. Charles Community and a resident of Raceland, died Monday, August 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by one daughter, Margaret Ducote; four sisters, Eunice Cote, Florence Eckers, Mary Pareti and Jeanne Cruse; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Tillis Ducote; her second husband, Cullen Roussel; her parents, Charles and Jeanne Toups Thibodeaux; three brothers, Roy, Charles and James Thibodeaux; and three sisters, Cecile Ducote, Isabelle LeBlanc and Irene Scallon. She was a parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. August 9, 2001 Peggy Corkern Bernard Peggy Corkern Bernard, 69, a native of Port Arthur, Texas, and a resident of Thibodaux, died at 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 8, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m until funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son, James W. Bernard; and two daughters, Cynthi a G. and Sherry Kay Bernard. She was the special sister of Leona Robbins of Ingleside, Texas. She was the loving grandmother of Brittany, Benjamin, Natalie and Christian Bernard. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles "Tosky" Bernard. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hazel and Carmer Corkern. She was a retired school teacher with the Lafourche Parish School Board and the previous owner of Tosky's Service Center. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Co-Cathedral Catholic Church. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 9, 2001 Noah Adam Bourgeois Noah Adam Bourgeois, Sr., 83, a native of Larose and resident of Paradis, died at 3 a.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2001. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at the Assembly of God Church in Bayou Gauche. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. at the church, with burial in the Sunset Cemetery. He is survived by one son, Noah Joseph Bourgeois, Jr. of Marrero; two daughters, Anna Mae T. Breaux and Alice C. Fonseca, both of Des Allemands; 15 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude Cecile Plaisance Bourgeois; his parents, Edmond and Pauline Autin Bourgeois; one son, Gene Adam Bourgeois; one daughter, Eve M. Bourgeois; and one sister, Edma V. Richoux. He was a member of Assembly of God Church. August 9, 2001 Maria Pertuit Champagne Maria Pertuit Champagne, 47, a native of Raceland and resident of Charlotte, N.C., died at 4:10 a.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2001. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to funeral time Thursday, at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Mathews. Mass will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by her husband, Melvin Champagne; her mother, Antionette Provenzano Pertuit; two daughters, Autumn Champagne Grupp and Amanda Rene Champagne; one brother, Freddie Pertuit; and two sisters, Kathleen Pertuit Durapau and Patrice Pertuit Tisdale. She was preceded in death by her father, Melvin Joseph Pertuit, Sr.; one brother, Melvin J. Pertuit, Jr.; and her grandparents, Freddie and Beulah Foret Pertuit and Sam and Josephine Vitale Provenzano. She was a graduate of Charity School of Nursing. She was a former parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Carolina's ALS Center, P.O. Box 32861, Charlotte, NC 28232-2861. August 9, 2001 Carmen Rhodes Hanna Carmen Rhodes Hanna, 77, a native of Houma and resident of Tarkio, Mo., died Monday, August 6, 2001. Funeral services were scheduled for 10:30 a.m. today at Tarkio Presbyterian Church, with inter ment in Homes Cemetery in Tarkio. She is survived by one brother, Gareth Rhodes of Raceland; two daughters, Gayle Alexander and her husband, Tom, of Lincoln, Neb.; and Carol Simmons and her husband, Chuck, of Houston, Texas; two grandchildren, Stacy Alexander Chapek and Blake Alexander of Lincoln; two step-grandsons, Jeff and Chris Simmons of Houston; one great-grandson, Zachary James Chapek, of Lincoln; and numerous relatives. She was preceded in deat h by her husband, Chuck Hanna; her parents, Edmond and Cynthia Talbot Chauvin Rhodes; and one brother, name not provided. She was active in many community groups and organizations including the Theatre Guild, the Women's Advisory Board of Tarkio College and several bridge clubs. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Tarkio Presbyterian Church in Tarkio, Mo. August 10, 2001 Phillip Curry Jr. Phillip Curry Jr., 68, a native of Lockport and a resident of New Orleans, died Thursday Aug. 2, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Greater New Fountain Baptist Church in Lockport. Funeral services were scheduled for 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his companion, Rhonda Henry of New Orleans; one son, Michael Curry of Lockport; three daughter s, Cynthia Williams of Van Nuys, Calif., Gail Holder of Augusta, Ga., and Robyn Heisser of Decatur, Ga.; 15 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Young Curry; his parents, Phillip Curry Sr. and Edith Curry; one daughter, Mary A. Duncan; and one brother, Leross Curry. He was a retired carpenter and a U.S. Army veteran. He was a member of Second Mount Calvary Baptist Church in New Orleans and a member of Greater New Fountain Baptist Church. He served on the Usher Board at both churches. August 10, 2001 Antoine "T" Neg Dion Sr. Antoine "T-Neg" Dion Sr., 67, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Dulac, died at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Holy Family Catholic Church in Dulac. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane Fitch Dion of Dulac; three sons, Larry W. and Paul W. Dion, both of Houma, and Wilbert Dion of Dulac; two daughters, Velma A. Wantlin of Dulac, and Charlene M. Rodriguez of Houma; one brother, Aubrey Dion of Houma; five sisters, Bertha Kelly, Antoinette Lodrigue, Feliciana Bergeron and Thelma Roussell, all of Houma, and Rita Francis of Dulac; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Loveless G. and Feliciana Billiot Dion; one son, Antoine Dion Jr.; three daughters, Thelma, Lona and Pauline Dion; and one granddaughter, Amber Dean. He was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. August 10, 2001 Alie Nicole Domingue Alie Nicole Domingue, 2, a native of Lafayette and a resident of Scott, died Wednesday evening, Aug. 8, 2001 at her home with her parents and family. Visitation will be from noon to 10 p.m. today at Martin and Castille Funeral Home in Lafayette. The Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. A vigil service will be at 7 p.m. today at the funeral home with a special tribute immediately following the vigil service. Visitation will also be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at the funeral home. Mass will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Edmund Catholic Church, with burial in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Scott. Graveside services will include the release of live butterflies. She is survived by her parents, Casey and Kelli Acosta Domingue of Lafayette; her paternal grandparents, Jerry and Sheila Pitt Domingue of Scott; her maternal grandfather, Harold Acosta of Houma; her paternal great-grandparents, Anthony and Verna Baudoin Pitt of Scott; her godfather, Toby Domingue of Scott; her godmother, Staci Venable of Houma; and many other relati ves. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Darlyne Robichaux Acosta; and her infant cousin, David Shane Lonkowski. She was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor at the age of 11 months. After surgery at Children's Hospital in New Orleans, she was accepted into St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. It was there that Alie received chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Although the treatments did not save her life, she was able to spend precious time with her family, blessing them with smiles and laughter. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the Hospice of Acadiana, the National Cancer Society, 232-HELP Ronald McDonald House Charities of Memphis or to the Make A Wish Foundation. August 10, 2001 Ester "Easter" Keys Lockett Ester "Easter" Keys Lockett, 64, a native of Belle Rose and a resident of Dorseyville died Sunday, August 5, 2001. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville, and from 5 p.m. to funeral time today at First Israel Baptist Church in Belle Rose. Services will be at 8 p.m. today at the church with interment in the church mausoleum. She is survived by her husband, George Lockett of Dorseyville ; one daughter, Pamela Lockett, also of Dorseyville; one son, Walter Lockett and wife, Cynthia, of Napoleonville; two sisters, Marion K. Griffin and Laverne K. Becnel, both of Ama; one borther, Henry Keys of Belle Rose; six grandchildren; six sisters-in-law; three brothers-in-law and numerous nieces, nephews, relative and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Sarah Kelly Keys; her guardian, Permilla Reed; two brothers, Ray and Herbert Keys; two sisters, Laura Lewis and Shirley Hebert; one brother-in-law and one godchild. She was a member of First Israel Senior Choir, President of the Missionary Society, Secretary of the Pastor Aide Support Group, Secretary of the Beautification Club, member of the 5th District National Baptist Convention Women's Auxiliary, The American Legion Women's Auxiliary Mt. Moriah Chapter #24 Order of Easter Star. She was a member of First Israel Baptist Church. August 10, 2001 Frank Parker Frank Parker, 76, a native of Woodville, Miss., and a resident of Thibodaux, died at 11:53 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2001. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Saturday at Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Matthew's Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Mathews. He is survived by his wife, Elander Parker of Thibodaux; six sons, Dwight Campbell of Marrero, Carl Davis of Phoe nix, Ga., Glen Davis of York, Pa., Frank Parker Jr. of Okinawa, Japan, and Alexander Davis and Clyde Parker, both of Thibodaux; two daughters, Aretha Parker of Thibodaux, and Gwendolyn Bernard of Aurora, Colo.; 33 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Martha Parker; one son, Rickey Campbell; and four sisters, Mary Emma Young, Ada Holmes, Elnora Parker and Annie Parker. August 10, 2001 Laura Iola "Pat" Blanchard Shea Laura Iola "Pat" Blanchard Shea, 79, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Mathews, died at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 2001. A private burial was held on Wednesday at Magnolia Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her husband, Robert H. Shea; one son, David Fields; two sisters, Lydia Daigle and Daisey Glass; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Evans and Theresa Theriot Blanchard; six brothers, Ulysse, Morris, E.J., Lloyd, Farmond and Daniel; and five sisters, Oris Dupre, Ella Mae Moritz, Maizel Blanchard, Mary Ann Matherne and Elouise Theriot. August 10, 2001 Stella Marie Benoit Toups Stella Marie Benoit Toups, 70, a native of Iowa, La. and resident of Luling, died at 8:20 a.m., Thursday, August 9, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in St. Francis de Sales #2 cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Daniel J. Toups; her mother, Ruby Wukasck of Houma; four sons, Gary and his wife Joyce of Covington, Richard "Dickie" Toups, Randal "Randy" Toups of Mobile; and BobbyToups of Luling; one borther, Douglas Benoit of Bourg; one sister, Betty Ann Bascle also of Bourg; four grandchildren; Danielle, Michelle and Jennifer Toups an d Julie Lee; and two great-grandchildren, Taylor Toups and Destiny Lee. She was preceded in death by her father, Eli Benoit; and one sister, Jimmie Louise Picou. She was a homemaker and was a member of the Day Lillies Society. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 10, 2001 James Woods Sr. James Woods Sr., 66, a native of Chackbay and a resident of Gray, died at 5:40 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at First Baptist Church in Schriever. Wake services will be at 8 p.m. today at the church. Dismissal services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Mae Nixon Woods of Houma; four sons, Gerald and Darryl Nixon, and Dwayne Antoine, all of Gray, and Melvin Woods of Schriever; six daughters, Stephanie Livas and Yolanda W. Charles, both of Schriever, Diana N. Williams, Beverly W. Stewart and Valerie Woods, all of Houma, and Rhonda W. Brown of Gibson; five brothers, Joseph Woods Jr. of Patterson, Raymond Woods of Chackbay, Andrew Woods of Raceland, and Reynard Paul Woods Sr. and Earl Woods Sr., both of Thibodaux; 32 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, the Rev. Joseph Woods Sr. and Charlotte Woods; three sons, David, Orland and James Woods Jr.; two brothers, Henry and Roy Woods; and one sister, Shirley Woods. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Schriever. August 11, 2001 Trent Mitchel Savoie Trent Mitchel Savoie, 38, a native of Houma and resident of Goodyear, Ariz., died at 3:32 a.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2001 in an automobile accident. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Valley West Funeral Home in Goodyear. He is survived by his son, Marcus Cox; his mother, Marlene Landry Savoie; his father and stepmother, Paul Savoie and Elizabeth Savoie; one brother, Rhett Savoie and his wife Jane; his grandmother, Lois Picou Landry; eight aunts, Michelle Landry, Lyn Landry Edwards, Ruby Savoie Daigle, Norma Savoie Falgout, Iris Savoie Brien, Claire Savoie Marcel, Erna Savoie LaBauve, and Ellen Savoie Rogers; and two uncles, Vance Edwards and Richard Savoie. He was a truck driver f or Dependable Highway Express and had resided in Arizona since 1991. He had many interests including travel, philosophy, reading and the outdoors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to MADD. Valley West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 12, 2001 Carmel Boudreaux Carmel Claire Adams Boudreaux, 80, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Schriever, died at 1:45 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Bridget Church in Schriever with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by a daughter, Norma B. Robichaux; a brother, Calvern Adams; and two sisters, Catherine Brown and Evelyn Stevens; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Nobert Boudreaux; her parents, Louis Charles Adams Sr. and Edna Baye Adams; two brothers, Louis Adams Jr. and Lionel Adams; and two sisters, Thelma Marie Richard and Lucille Ponson. August 12, 2001 Lydia Hebert Lydia Granger Hebert, 97, a native of Louisa and a resident of Thibodaux, died at 5:40 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Thibo daux Funeral Home. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. She is survived by four sons, Roland, Andrew "Dooley", Gerald and Daniel Hebert; 10 daughters, Irene H. Boudreaux, Doris H. Adams, Mildred H. Albarado, Annabelle H. Chiasson, Geraldine H. Boudreaux, Barbara H. Clement, Beverly H. Naquin, Janet H. Galiano, Gilda H. Jackson and Sandra H. Trosclair; 74 grandchildren, 130 great-grandchildren and 51 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew "Lucky" Hebert; her parents, Adeole and Josephine Bergeron Granger; one son, Shirley "Shelly" Hebert; one brother, Stanley Granger; and three sisters, Adele Tate, Anna Rogers and Lena Jackson. August 12, 2001 Thomas Jernigan Sr. Thomas Ronald "Ronnie" Jernigan Sr., 61, a native of Escambia County, Fla., and a resident of Houma, died at 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. today, from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Willadean Parrish Jernigan of Houma; seven sons, Thomas "Peanut" Jernigan Jr., Rex Jernigan, Charles Jernigan, Kenny Jernigan, Joe Jernigan, Johnny Ray Jernigan and Rusty Jernigan, all of Houma; two brothers, Leroy Jernigan of Jay, Fla., and Troy Jernigan of Chauvin; two sisters, Peggy Jernigan Morris of Mobile, Ala., and Mary Jernigan Turk of Flomaton, Ala., 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tommy and Gretha Forbes Jernigan, and one grandchild, Brandon Jernigan. He was a dragline operator for Presco Amphibious Equipment. August 12, 2001 Pearl Ross Pearl Williams Ross, 85, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Plymouth Rock Baptist Church in Houma. Funeral services will be held at noon Monday at the church with burial in Bisland Cemetery in Montegut. She is survived by seven sons, David Ross of Chauvin, Herman Carter Jr. of Chauvin, Allen Ross of Gray, Raymond Ross of Gray, James Ross of Houma, Clifton Ross Jr. of Houma and Ernest Ross of Houma; three daughters, Rosie Mary Ross of Chauvin, Fannie Mae Parker of Houma, and Ernestine Lewis of Houma; 52 grandchildren; 96 great-grandchildren; and 20 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifton Ross Sr.; her companion, Herman Carter Sr.; her parents, Louise and Edmond Verdin; three sons, Percy Ross, Sterling Ross and Ronald Ross; two daughters, Edna Mae Ross and Alice Ross; one brother, Joseph Williams; and four sisters, Edna W. Coleman, Isabella W. Morris, Maggie W. Horthon and Josephine W. Celestine. She was a member of Plymouth Rock Baptist Church. Cooking was one of her hobbies. August 12, 2001 Kenneth Verrett Kenneth Benjamin Verrett, 89, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma, died 5:15 p.m. Monday, Aug. 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at St. Lucy Catholic Church. Mass will be at noon Tuesday at the church with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. He is survived by four brothers, Willie, Louis, Nolan and Elward Verrett; two sisters, Doris Jones and Natalie Verrett; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Florence D. Verrett; his parents, George and Katie Verrett; Janet Lyons and Shirley Jameson; three brothers, George, Alvin and Harold Verrett; and two sisters, Alberta Verrett and Ellen Marrero. He was a retired employee of Saia Motor Freight Line, a World War II U.S. Army veteran, a fourth-degree member of the Knights of Columbus No. 1317 and a parishioner of St. Lucy Catholic Church. August 13, 2001 Curtis Paul Babin Curtis Paul Babin, Sr., 78, a native of Grand Caillou and resident of Houma died at 9:53 p.m. Saturday, August 11, 2001. Visitati on will be today from 4 to 10 p.m. and from 10 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Glaise John Babin of Houma; and Curtis Paul Babin Jr. and his wife Judy; two daughters, Mrs. Tom (Rena) Shoffner of Houma; and Susan Marie Smith of Houston, Texas; one brother, Lloyd Babin of Houma; five sisters, Pearl Babin Lambert, Rhea Babin Chaisson, June Babin Bergeron, all of Houma and Nell Babin Voisin and Joan Ba bin Pellegrin, both of Grand Caillou; nine grandchildren, Monte Babin, Todd Babin, Kasie Babin, Tonya Babin, Lacy Shoffner, Alex Shoffner, all of Houma, Kelly Favre of Tyler, Tx., Tracey Guidry of New Orleans and Michael Guidry of Robins Air Force Base in Georgia; and three great-grandchildren, Taylor Babin and Tait Babin, both of Houma and Christopher Favre of Tyler. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ertha Marie Eschete Babin; his parents, Glaise John and Rose Thibodeaux Babin; one brother, Francis Babin; and one sister, Rosemary Babin Gautreaux. He was a retired surveyor for Exxon. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 5545 and was a United States Air Force Veteran during World War II. He was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home in charge of arran gements. August 13, 2001 Eulalie B. Bourgeois Eulalie B. Bourgeois, 81, a native and Lafourche Parish and a resident of Raceland, died at 10:28 p.m. Friday, August 10, 2001. Visitation will be at 9 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at St. Mary Nativity's Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one daughter, Gayle Cooper; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Josephine Zeringue Bourgeois and Pierre Bourgeois; three brothers, Paul, Lucien and George Bourgeois; and three sisters, Evelia Autin, Lena Guidry and Lucy Martin. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland. August 13, 2001 Earl John Dufrene Earl John Dufrene, 51, a resident of Richton, Miss., died Sunday, August 12, 2001. Visitation will be today from 5 to 10 p.m. at Chauvin Funeral Home and Tuesday from 5 p.m. until funeral time at Mulberry Missionary Baptist Church in Richton. Funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Mulberry Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Pam Dufrene of Richton; one son, Earl "Peanut" John Dufrene III of Waynesboro, Miss.; and Heather A. Dufrene Smith of Richton; six sisters, Carol Chatelain and Patricia Couvillion, both of Simsport, La., Eliza beth Donaldson and Margaret Dufrene, both of Gonzales, Sheila Toups of Gheens, La., and Sarah Rodrigue of Houma; three brothers, Tommy, Charles and Maurice Dufrene all of Houma; four grandchildren, Taylor "Tay-Tay" Dufrene, Nathan "Nae-Nae"Smith, Savannah "Vanna" Smith and Tyler "Ty" Dufrene; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl John Dufrene Sr. and Sarah Eve Brund-Dufrene and one sister, Diana Hall. He was a welder supervisor and a member of Mulberry Baptist Church. Jones Funeral Home of Richton is charge of arrangements. August 13, 2001 Dasin Joseph Fitch Dasin Joseph Fitch, 21 days old, a native and resident of Houma died at 9:30 p.m. Friday, August 10, 2001. Visitation will be today from 2 to 10 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home Parlor. Contact Chauvin Funeral Home for time of religious services at 868-2536. She is survived by her parents, Josh Fitch and Talaya Smith of Houma; her maternal grandparents, Nancy and Joseph Percy Smith Jr.; her paternal grandparents, Thaddeus and Ina Fitch; and numerous aunts and uncles. August 13, 2001 Joseph Jules Monier Joseph Jules Monier Jr., 82, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 8:30 a.m. Friday, August 10, 2001. Visitation was scheduled for today from 9 a.m. until funeral time at St. Ma ry's Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Beatrice Champagne Monier; one son, Jerry Monier; two daughters, Myrtle Foret and Betty Monier; two brothers, Philip Monnier and Freddie Monier; two sisters, Josephine Guillot and Clarisse Foret; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adele Babin Monier and Joseph Monier, Sr; one grandchild, and one sister, Rita Walker. He was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland. August 13, 2001 Eric Paul Plaisance Eric Paul Plaisance, 42, a native of Cut Off and resident of Thibodaux, died at 2:45 a.m. Sunday, August 12, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose. Mass will at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in church cemetery. He is survived by his father, Allen J. Plaisance; his step-mother, Katie Plaisance; four brothers, Larry, Andrew, Gregory and Maurice Plaisance; and two sisters, Martha Guy and Jennifer Griffin. He was preceded in death by his mother, Agnes Cantrelle Plaisance. August 13, 2001 Orice Edward Punch Orice Edward Punch, Jr., 65, a native of Larose and resident of Lockport, died at 7 p.m. Saturday, August 11, 2001. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Cathy Cortez Punch; his mother, Edith Roderigue Cunningham, one son, Thomas Paul Punch; one daughter, Melissa Punch Schnoor; one brother, Melvin J. Punch; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his father, Orice Edward Punch, Sr.; one daughter, Beverly Punch Galliano and two sisters, Beverly Ann Punch and Annie Rose Punch Folse. He was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. August 14, 2001 James Greenwood James "Wild Bill" Greenwood Sr., 66, a native of Goose Creek, Texas, and a resident of Houma, died at 11:05 p.m. Sunday, August 12, 2001. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church in Houma. He is survived by his wife, Rose Dominque Greenwood; five sons, Bert and James Greenwood Jr. of Portland, Texas, Roach and Saul Babin Greenwood both of Texas, and Nathan Kraemer of California; five daughters, Nancy Toups of Houma, Geles Longlois of Corpus Christi, Texas, Brenda Carroll of Ingleside, Texas, Vera Evalise Sandidge of Waxahachie, Texas, and Kayla Kraemer of Houma; one brother, Charles Greenwood of Corpus Christi; one si ster, Carolyn Kissler of Memphis, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his second wife, Joyce Nasau Greenwood; his third wife, Wanda Babin Greenwood and his parents, Carroll B. and Vera Custer Greenwood. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Houma. August 15, 2001 Earl Donald Brown Earl Donald Brown, 49, a native of Washington, D.C. and a resident of Chauvin, died at 10 p.m. Monday, August 13, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Daigle Brown of Chauvin; one son, Earl A. Brown of Chauvin; three daughters, Mrs. Robert (Mary) Oglesby of Temple, Okla., Gypsy Brown of Dulac, and Mrs. Glen (Melody) Oglesbee of Houma: one brother, Phillip "Pete" Davis Brown of Harrisburg, N.C.; one grandfather, Grover A. Nicely of Chauvin; and four grandchildren, Brandon and Taylor Brown, and Victoria Oglesby and Ivy Oglesbee. He was preceded in death by his parents, Augustus Wilmer and Mary Daras Brown. Chauvin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. August 15, 2001 Ceola L. Duffy Ceola L. Duffy, 85, a native of Morgan City and resident of Houma, died at 8:05 a.m. Tuesday, August 14, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a .m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Mass will be at noon Thursday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Ronald J. and Thomas A. Duffy; one daughter, Joan D. Cook; three grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John P. Duffy; and her parents, Paul and Effie LeBlanc. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. August 15, 2001 Aaron Joseph Lapeyrouse Aaron Joseph Lapeyrouse, 59, a native of Houma and resident of Pascagoula, Miss., died Wednesday, A ugust 8, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 2 p.m. to funeral time Sunday at Jackson County Funeral Services in Escatawpa, Miss. The funeral was held at 4 p.m. at Jackson County Funeral Services Chapel with burial in Macphelah Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Carol Sue Griffin Lapeyrouse of Moss Point, Miss; five sons, Michael Lapeyrouse of Moss Point, Kevin, Tracy, Brian and Craig Lapeyrouse, all of Houma; one daughter, Lisa Lapeyrouse of Moss Point; four sisters, Leona Blanchard, Linda Martin, Maize Orgeron and Lou Ella Mount; seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; Louis and Gladys D. Lapeyrouse; one sister, Eula Adams; and two brothers, Norman and Leroy Lapeyrouse. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion in Pascagoula and was a Vietnam War veteran. Jackson County Funeral Services were in charge of arrangements. August 15, 2001 Beulah Ayo Lynch Beulah Ayo Lynch, 77, a native of Lockport and resident of Houma and recent resident of Lafayette for three years, died at 7:20 p.m. Monday, August 13, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Mass will be 9 a.m. Thursday at St. Bernadette with burial in St. Francis DeSales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by two sons, John P. Lynch of Gulfport, Miss., and Michael J. Lynch of Katy, Texas; one daughter, Kathleen Molaison of Lafayette; one sister, Lucille Savoie of Cut Off; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Patrick Lynch Sr.; her father, Anatole E. Ayo; one brother, Eugene Ayo; and one sister, Beatrice Ayo. She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church August 15, 2001 Rene Chauvin Matherne Rene Chauvin Matherne, 90, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Raceland, died at 12:45 a.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Mathews. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Hilary Church with burial in Holy Savior cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by four sons, Evans, Carroll, Calvin and Stanley Matherne Jr.; five daughters, Marion Bourgeois, Beverly Sampey, Audrey Hebert, Janet Berzais and Jerrylynn Battaglia; three sisters, Enola C. Mire, Adriene C. Lee and Melba C. Hebert; 31 grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley Matherne Sr.; her parents, Robert and Helen Knight Chauvin; three sons, James, Daniel and David Matherne; and two sisters, Elsie C. Bourg and Velma C. McNutt. She was a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. August 15, 2001 Rene Chauvin Matherne Rene Chauvin Matherne, 90, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Raceland, died at 12:45 a.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Mathews. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Hilary Church with burial in Holy Savior cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by four sons, Evans, Carroll, Calvin and Stanley Matherne Jr.; five daughters, Marion Bourgeois, Beverly Sampey, Audrey Hebert, Janet Berzais and Jerrylynn Battaglia; three sisters, Enola C. Mire, Adriene C. Lee and Melba C. Hebert; 31 grandchildren; and 34 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, St anley Matherne Sr.; her parents, Robert and Helen Knight Chauvin; three sons, James, Daniel and David Matherne; and two sisters, Elsie C. Bourg and Velma C. McNutt. She was a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. August 15, 2001 Claude E. Thibodeaux Claude E. Thibodeaux, 72, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Labadieville, died Tuesday, August 14, 2001. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at Landry's Funeral Home in Labadieville and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Betty Holland Thibodeaux; his parents, Eddie and Mathilde Naquin Thibodeaux; two daughters, Gayle T. Michel and Regina T. Gros; one brother, Walter Thibodeaux; one sister, Rita Falgoust; and three grandchildren. He was a member of Labadieville American Legion Post No. 284, a member of Labadieville Volunteer Fire Department and a member of the Lion's Club. He was on the Board of Directors of Iberville Bank. He was a parishioner of St. Philomena Catholic Church. August 16, 2001 Hertha Melton Bolden Hertha Melton Bolden, 85, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 3:27 p.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2001. Visitations will be from 5 to 9 p.m . Friday at Community Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Morning Star Baptist Church in Grand Caillou. Funeral services will be at noon Saturday at the church with burial in Combo cemetery in Dulac. She is survived by her husband, Clarence Bolden; three daughters, Beaulah Gaither of Lynwood, Calif., Shirley Caver of Newburgh, N.Y., and Alberda Verdin of Houma; She also reared Herman Verdin, John and Jerry Trosclair all of Houma; 19 grandchildren, 51 great-grandchildren and 17 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Letha Harris Melton; two daughters, Betty Ann Bolden and Hannah Coleman; and two sisters, Yvonne Trosclair and Annie Mae Fitch. She was a member of the Deaconess Board and Choir member. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church. August 16, 2001 Ernest "Greek" Gibson Ernest "Greek" Gibson, 30, a native of Houma and resident of Port St. Lucie, Fla., died at 2:29 a.m. Sunday, August 12, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at the Chapel. Mass will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the chapel with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Donna Gibson; his parents, JoAnn Booth of Houma and Ernest Gibson of Houston, Texas; one son, Ernest "T-Greek" Gibson of Port St. Lucie; one daughter, Lee Ann Gibson of Port St. Lucie; one sister, Mrs. Dale (Melissa) Richoux; and two half sisters, Aprile G. Foret and Belinda Gibson. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe Umberger and Vivian Matthias. August 16, 2001 Vernal Joseph Pellegrin Vernal Joseph Pellegrin, a native of Boudreaux Canal and resident of Dulac, died at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday August 14, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 4 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin. Mass was scheduled for today at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with burial in church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Terry Pellegrin of Ala., and Carl Pellegrin of Houma; four daughters, Walterine P. Lirette of Houma, Glayds P. Authement of Chauvin, Shirlene Pellegrin of Cocodrie and Linda Lou P. Blanchard of Pierre Part; one stepson, Randy Arceneaux of Chauvin; two brothers, Myron Pellegrin of Chauvin and Elmer Pellegrin of Grand Caillou; two sisters, Velma P. LeBeouf of Houma and Bertha P. LeCompte of Chauvin and numerous grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Linest Marcel and Birdie Babin Pellegrin; one son, Ricky Pellegrin; one daughter, Charlene Pellegrin; one stepson, John Arceneaux; and two sisters, Delores P. Lirette and Dorothy Pellegrin. He was a United States Navy Veteran during World War II. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church ' August 16, 2001 James J. Scioneaux James J. Scioneaux, 60, a native of St. Philip, La., and a resident of Chackbay, died at 11:50 p.m. Tuesday, August 14, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be at noon Friday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by this wife, Rita Rodrigue Scioneaux; one son, Cyril "C.J." Scioneaux; two daughters, Holly and Cindy Scioneaux; three brothers, Melvin Scioneaux Jr., and Raymond and Gill Scioneaux; two sisters, Mary Ann Poirrier and Nellie Mae Morvant; and two grandchildren, Dustin and Myles Scioneaux. He was preceded in death by his parents, Olivia Rome and Melvin Scioneaux Sr.; one son, Mark Scioneaux and one brother, Paul Robert Scioneaux. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. August 17, 2001 Charles R. Bennett Charles R. Bennett, 71, a native of Houston, Texas, and resident of Theriot, died Wednesday, August 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Eloi Catholic Church in Dularge. A Memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Eloi Church in Dularge. He is survived by his wife, Carmen Goodroe Bennett of Theriot; three sons, Charles, Eric and Stephen Bennett; five daughters, Raquel McCully, Reginald B. Ishara, Marie Akana, Marlena Bennett and Brandie Bennett; one brother, Richard Bennett; one sister, Francis Sawyer, 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Audrey Mitchell Bennett and Charles Richard Bennett; and one son, Joaquin Bennett. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp.; a member of the Dulac Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Post No. 7722; and also a member of the St. Eloi Knights of Columbus 3rd Degree Post No. 8779. He served in World War II, the Indo-China Conflict and the Korean War. He was a retired boat captain. He was a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church. August 17, 2001 Verna Jane Boudreaux Verna Jane Boudreaux, 81, a native of Lockport and resident of Raceland, died at 5:10 p.m. Thursday, August 16, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son-in-law, Jerry Thompson Sr.; two daughters, Shirley Thompson and Sherry Eschete; one brother, Aldin Dubois, two sisters, Willis "Weda" Triche and Emma Thomassie; six grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and one great -great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Numa P. Boudreaux; one brother, Alvin Dubois, and two sisters, Josephine Dubois and Merna Rivet. She was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. August 17, 2001 Louise Ghourm Jasper Louise Ghourm Jasper, 92, a native of Wakefield, La., and resident of Houma, died at 6:12 a.m. Tuesday August 14, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Greater New Salem Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at noon at the church with burial in Deweyville cemetery. She is survived by one son, Thomas Jasper and wife Florence of New Orleans; four daughters, Gloria Harding of Houston, Texas, Thelma George and Patricia Stevens of Baton Rouge, and Mrs. Walter (Lorraine) Augustine III of Houma; 22 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren and 17 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam Jasper Sr.; her parents, Paul and Hattie Smith Ghourm; one son, Samuel Jasper Jr.; one daughter, Elsie Johnson; one brother, Paul Ghourm Jr.; three sisters, Ethel, Sarah and Mary Ghourm; one daughter-in-law; three son-in-laws and one granddaughter. She was a homemaker and a member of the Greater New Salem Baptist Church. August 17, 2001 Doris "Kin" Neil Doris "Kin" Roddy Neil, 88, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, died at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin. Mass will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Roy Neil and his wife Janice, and Roosevelt "Kie" Neil and his wife Clara of Chauvin; one daughter, Dorothy Neil Bergeron and her husband Wilton also of Chauvin; three sisters, Lois Danos of Grand Caillou, Mary Ann Domangue and Mae Authement of Chauvin; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nollie Neil; her parents, Lawrence and Sarah Pinel Roddy; three brothers, Dennis, Henry, and Lawrence Roddy; and two sisters, Annie Guidry and Alice Martin. She was a homemaker and a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. August 17, 2001 Iris Vicknair Poret Iris Vicknair Poret, 66, a native of Plaquemine and resident of Houma, died at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, August 16, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Gregory Barbarigo Church. Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Harris Poret, D.D.S., of Houma; two sons Lionel P oret of Houma and Keith Poret of Marrero; three daughters; Mrs. Forrest (Denise) Blades of Kentwood, Mrs. Tracy (Stephanie) Ducote of Paririeville and Mrs. Richard (Melanie) Saunders of Ruston; four sisters, Mrs. Joy LeGrange of Denham Springs, Mrs. Valerie Simpson, Mrs. Barbara Laurent and Mrs. Marilyn Toups all of Plaquemine; and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie and Selma Landry Vicknair Sr., and two brothers, Eddie Vicknair Jr., and Earl Vicknair. She was a registered nurse employed by Terrebonne Parish Health Unit, an active member of St. Gregory Church, and a member of Terrebonne Association for Retarded Children. She was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Gregory Barbarigo Church or Terrebonne Foundation for Mentally Disabled. August 17, 2001 Ira Anthony Robichaux Ira Anthony Robichaux, 84, a native of Dularge and resident of Houma, died at 4:25 a.m. Thursday, August 16, 2001. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Funeral will be at 11 a.m. at the Church with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne Trahan Robichaux of Houma, two daughters, Judy Robichaux Hughes and her husband Leonard, Brenda Robichaux Walke r and her husband, Richard; one half-brother, Randolph Robichaux; one half-sister, Earline Domangue, five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Hermine Falgout; his father and stepmother, Adeline and Oscar Robichaux; one son, Terry A. Robichaux; one grandson, Chris Hughes; one great- grandson, Matthew Walker; and three brothers, Otto, Johnny and Caranza Robichaux. He was a retired Texaco employee and a parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. August 17, 2001 Irvin Pops" Russo Sr. Irvin "Pops" Joseph Russo Sr., 69, a native of Larose and resident of Houma, died at 1 p.m. Thursday, August 16, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Annunziata Catholic Church with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Marie Domangue of Houma; four sons, Irvin "Boggie" Russo Jr., and his wife Donna; Mark "Dago" Russo and his wife Mary, David Russo and fiance Jane Theriot all of Houma, and Perry Russo and his wife Kayla both of Chauvin; two brothers, Louis Russo and J.L. "Tee" Rousseau of Houma; two sisters, Josephine LeBlanc of Chauvin and Annabelle LeBouef of Houma; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death b y his parents, Sam and Anna Richardell Russo; his daughter-in-law, Dawn Russo; two brothers, Sam Russo and Lawrence "Peter" Russo and one sister, Rose Boudreaux. He was co-founder of Terrebonne Parish Water Patrol, an usher at Annunziata Catholic Church and a member of Woodman of the World. He was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. August 17, 2001 Earl Williams Jr. Earl Williams Jr., 61, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 9:47 p.m. Sunday, August 12, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at the Living Gospel Church. Funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the church with burial in St. Luke Cemetery in Houma. He is survived by his wife, Alice Johnson Williams; two sons, Terry Williams of New Orleans and Randi Williams of Cheyenne, Wyo.; one step-son, Wellington Welch III of Houma; four daughters, Gail and Tracy Williams both of Houma, Janetta Williams of San Diego, Calif., and Latoya Williams of Cheyenne; two sisters, Peggy Mae Williams and Earline Williams Wallis, both of Houma; and eight grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Piccola Hawkins Williams and Earl Williams Sr.; and one sister, Hellena "Gut" Williams. He was an Upholstery worker and was a member of the House of the Lord. August 18, 2001 Rose Mary Washington Bolden Rose Mary Wa shington Bolden, 87, a native of Edgard, La. and resident of Houma, died on Monday, August 13, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home Chapel and wake services at 8 p.m. Sunday at Residence Baptist Church. Dismissal services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, at New Jerusalem Baptist Church in Edgard with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by five sons, William Bolden of Los Angeles Calif., Laymon, Anthony, Leslie, and Earl Bolden Jr., all of Houma; one daughter, Mrs. Pamalar Bolden Brooks of Houma, one brother, Emile Washington Jr. of Edgar; one sister, Veola Searcy of New Orleans; 29 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Bolden Sr.; her parents, Emile Washington Sr. and Harriet Pierrce Washington; one son, Ronald Johnson; one daughter, Elaine Johnson; one brother, Albert Washington; and four sisters, Somoria W. Rainey, Emma Cecile, Maude Washington, and Hazel W. August. She was a Governess, nurse aid and employee of Prentice Oil and Gas. She was a member of Gardenia Snip and Stitch; Inner City Lion's Club; Golden Social Aid Society; Terrebonne Women's Day Association; Saturday Night Bridge Club; J.J. Clement O.E.S. No. 15; John Parson Assembly No. 170; Edna B. Conway Order of Armarath No. 26; Kati B. Smith Heroines of Jericho; and R.B. Chapter Order of Elk. She was a member of Baptist Residence Baptist Church. August 19, 2001 Marie Bossier Marie Granier Bossier, 85, a native of Edgard and resident of Luling, died at 5:15 a.m. Friday, Aug. 17, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until funeral time Monday at St. Anthony of Paduah Catholic Church in Luling. Mass will be at noon at the church with burial in St. Charles Cemetery. She is survived by one brother, Clifton Granier. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph J. Bossier; her parents, Emilien and Delia Schmidt Granier; six brothers, Eddie, Norman, Emile, Jack, Antoine "Claude" and Melvin "Cotton" Granier; and one sister, Esther Jacobs. She was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Paduah Catholic Church and a member of the choir and Ladies Altar Society. August 19, 2001 Jason Blanchard Jason Michael Blanchard, 3, a native and resident of Houma, died at 4:10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, 2001. Visitation will be from 3 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin. Mass will be at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Toni Lynn Blanchard of Chauvin and Ryan James Quatrevingt of Cut Off; one sister, Kaitlyn Pearce of Gray; two brothers, Matthew Blanchard of Chauvin and Gavin Gautreaux of Montegut; grandparents, Ronnie and Beatrice Charpentier of Bourg, Mel and Samantha Marcel of Chauvin, Kathy Dupre of Chauvin and Lloyd Quatrevingt of Hammond; great-grandparents, Gerald and Beatrice Blanchard of Chauvin and Wilma Dupre of Chauvin; and great-great-grandfather, Peter Charpentier of Lafayette. He was preceded in death by great-grandparent Andy Dupre; and great-great-grandparents Ezar and Justillian Dupre. August 19, 2001 Doris Neil Doris "Kin" Roddy Neil, 88, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, died at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2001. Visitation was from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin. Mass was at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Roy Neil and wife, Janice, and Roosevelt "Kie" Neil and wife, Clara, of Chauvin; one daughter, Dorothy Neil Bergeron and husband, Wilton, of Chauvin; three sisters, Lois Danos of Grand Caillou, Mary Ann Domangue and Mae Authement both of Chauvin; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nollie Neil; her parents, Lawrence and Sarah Pinel Roddy; four brothers, Dennis, Henry, Lawrence and Preston Roddy; and two sisters, Annie Guidry and Alice Martin. She was a homemaker and a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. August 19, 2001 Victor Perez Victor Cipriano Perez, 98, a native of Havana, Cuba, and resident of Houma, died at 12:44 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2001. Visitation will be 6 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Mass will be at the church with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park Cemetery. He is survived by four sons, Alejandro Francisco Perez, Humberto Perez and Rolando Perez, all of Havana, and Justo N. Perez of Houma; four daughters, Eumelia Perez of West Palm Beach, Fla., Gudelia Perez and Mirian Perez, both of Havana, and Mirda Perez of Miami, Fla.; one sister, Maria Perez of Havana; 31 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juana I. Gonzales Perez; his parents, Cresencio Perez and Maria Hernandez Perez; five sons, Jose' E. Perez, Felix Perez, Rigoberto Perez, Victor Perez and Bernardo Perez; one daughter, Maria Perez; and three brothers, Medardo Perez, Juan Perez and Ipolito Perez. He was a retired laborer and parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hispanic Community of Annunziata Parish in his name. August 20 , 2001 Laise Neil Naquin Laise Marie Neil Naquin, 75, a native of Pointe-aux-Chenes and resident of Montegut, died at 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Prayer service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Bisland Cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Richard Naquin, Vincent Naquin and Rickey Naquin, all of Montegut; two sisters, Wilma Hutchinson of Pointe-aux-Chenes and Adeline Naquin of Bourg; one brother, Paul Naquin of Pointe-aux-Chenes; seven grandchildren, Felicia Taggart, Scott Naquin, Ryan Naquin, Brian Naquin, Katy Naquin, Sidney Naquin and Buzz Naquin; and two great-grandchildren, Joshua Taggart and Audrey Falgout. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilson Joseph Naquin; and her parents, Jimmie and Marie Deroche Neil; and numerous brothers and sisters. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 20, 2001 Merille Joseph "Pete" Robichaux Jr. Merille Joseph "Pete" Robichaux Jr., 73, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 1:25 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Church in Mathews. Mass will be at 11 a.m. at the church with burial in Resurrection Mausoleum in Mathews. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Marie Rodrigue Robichaux; one son, Merille J. "Yock" Robichaux III and wife, Kim; one daughter, Darlene R. Foret and husband, Charles; three brothers, Albert, Clement and Warren Robichaux; three sisters, Verna Vedros, Janelle Theriot, and Gayle Naquin; and five grandchildren, Derrick, Christy Aline and Charles Foret Jr., and Merille Thomas and Jesse Robert Robichaux. He was preceded in death by his parents, Merille Robichaux Sr. and Elmire Danos Robichaux; and two brothers, Alvin and John Robichaux. He was a member of the Fourth Degree Assembly No. 1878 and the Knights of Columbus Council No. 8840. He belonged to Central Lafourche High School and Raceland Jun ior High School organizations. He was a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Farmers of America Alumni. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 20, 2001 Gladys Guillot Rodrigue Gladys Guillot Rodrigue, 68, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died on Friday, Aug. 17, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Septime J. Rodrigue Jr.; one son, Douglas A. Rodrigue Sr.; one daughter-in-law, Gale M. Rodrigue; one brother, Joseph M. Guillot; three grandchildren, Tonya Rodrigue Hyatt, Heidi L. Rodrigue and Douglas A. "Dougie" Rodrigue Jr.; and two great-grandchildren, Bailey M. Hyatt and Bradley T. Hyatt. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oleus J. and Darsy Gaubert Guillot; three brothers, Ernest, Junius and Raymond Guillot; and three sisters, Agnes Guillot Levoy, Earline Guillot and Isabelle Guillot Henninger. She was a member of the Ladies Auxillary Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 5097. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 20, 2001 John A. Trosclair Sr. John A. Trosclair Sr., 70, a native of Houma and resident of Franklin, died at 5:55 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday, at Ibert's Mortuary. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Church of the Assumption with burial in Franklin Cemetery. He is survived by two sons, John A. Trosclair Jr. of Jeanerette and Merlyn Trosclair of Franklin; three daughters, Gail Marie Gaudet of Many, Janet Brescher of Houma, and Monica Trosclair of Brauddus, Texas ; two adopted sons, Lee and Karl Trosclair, both of England; four brothers, Percy, Abbie and Robert Trosclair Sr., all of Franklin and Ivy Trosclair of Amelia; two sisters, Rosemary Brasseaux and Anna Mae Champagne, both of Franklin; former first wife, Marie Brunella Taylor of Many and former second wife, Margaret Trosclair of Franklin; 14 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; Joseph and Lorincia Martin Trosclair; one son, Dale Albert Trosclair; three brothers, Calvin, Howard and Murphy Trosclair Sr.; one sister, Lorena Trosclair and two granddaughters, Gwendolyn and Jacqueline Johnson. He was a merchant marine, a tug boat captain for 45 years and loved hunting, fishing and playing his guitar. He was a member of the Church of the Assumption. August 21, 2001 Keith John Fabre Keith John Fabre, 52, a native of Lafitte and resident of Dulac, died Sunday, Aug. 19, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home, and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Family Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his former wife, Millie Klingman Fabre of Dulac; his mother, Helena Perrin Fabre of Dulac; one son, Michael Fabre, and one daughter, Michelle Fabre, both of Dulac; three brothers, Wilson J. Fabre Jr. of Grand Caillou, Terry Anthony Fabre of Grand Caillou, and Milton "Mickey" Fabre of Houma; one sister, Gayle F. Trosclair of Houma; and one grandchild. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilson Joseph Fabre Sr. He was an employee of Barrier Construction Company and a member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 7722. He was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. August 21, 2001 Gilbert "Gib" Merrill Goldman Gilbert "Gib" Merrill Goldman, 76, a native of Griffin, Ind., and a resident of Gibson, died at 9:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Falgout Chapel. A Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Chapel with burial in Evergreen Crematory. He is survived by his wife, Mary Morris Goldman; two sons, Richard and Gilbert Goldman Jr.; one daughter, Mrs. Danny (JoAnn) G. Blanchard; two brothers, Robert and Arba Ray Goldman; three sisters, Mrs. Pauline Cornell, Mrs. Anna Mae Edwards and Mrs. Jean Burke; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Martha Kelly Goldman; three brothers, William P., Ermal and Ernest Goldman; and three sisters, Opal Murray, Beatrice Stallings and Joyce Eubanks. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II and was a lifetime member of the 84th Infantry Division Society. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 167 in Plaquemine. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. August 21, 2001 Dennis Edgar Matirne Dennis Edgar Matirne, 67, a native of Thibodaux and resident of New Orleans, died at 11:38 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Landry Funeral Home in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Catholic Church in Thibodaux with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Anita Stewart Matirne; three sons, Michael C., Scott D. and John P. Matirne; one stepson, Richard Savoy; one daughter, Bridget Waldon; two brothers, Charles C. Matirne, and Charles A. Matirne, two sisters, Dorothy M. Clausen, and Blanche M. Barrilleaux; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles C. and Elise Guillot Matirne; and one stepson, Randy L. Savoy. He was a veteran of 40 years in the Air National Guard. August 21, 2001 Bernice Kiger Naquin Bernice Kiger Naquin, 69, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 12:15 a.m. Monday, Aug. 20, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home in Cut Off. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow with burial in Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. She is survived by her mother, Lucy Billiot Kiger; four sons, Anthony, Jerry, David and Howard Naquin Jr.; four daughters, Peggy Naquin Rosa, Caroline Naquin Billiot, Patty Naquin Gisclair and Allison Naquin; one brother, Ernest Kiger; seven sisters, Juanita Ungar, Bernadette Verdin, Mary Jean Billiot, Janice Billiot, Irma Dardar, Sally Cheramie and Annie Kiger; 14 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Howard Naquin Sr.; her father, Julius Kiger; one brother, Roy Kiger; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxillary, and a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. August 21, 2001 Louise Robertson Louise Robertson, 67, a native of Thibodaux and resident of San Francisco, Calif., died at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12, 2001. Burial was held in the Olivet Memorial Park Garden of Peace cemetery in San Francisco. She is survived by two sons, Melvin Robertson and Jerome Robertson, both of Houma; three daughters, Irma Estrada of Oakland, Calif., Elaine R. Charles and Carolyn Howard, both of Houma; one sister, Lou A. Jackson of Thibodaux ; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nell Robertson and Lou Ellen Jackson; two brothers, Elijah Jackson and Charles Jackson; and two sisters, Lillie Mae Fletcher and Anna Bell Arcement. She was a homemaker and a member of Moses Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association in San Francisco. Bryant Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. August 21, 2001 Nora Himel Tardiff Nora Himel Tardiff, 66, a native of Labadieville and resident of Thibodaux, died at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Genevieve Church with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Alfred "A.J." Tardiff; one son, Ricky P. Tardiff; one daughter, Janet T. Landry; one brother, John J. Himel; and three grandchildren, Katie E. Tardiff, Laurie E. Tardiff and Brad J. Tardiff. She was preceded in death by her parents, Sidney "Pete" and Marie Gauthreaux Himel, and one granddaughter, Stephanie Tardiff. She was a parishioner of St. Genevieve Catholic Church. August 21, 2001 Robert E. Theriot Sr. Robert E. Theriot Sr., 84, a native of New Iberia an d resident of Bourg, died at 10:10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 20, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time at St. Anne Community Center in Bourg. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Ann Catholic Church in Bourg with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Eva Auenson Theriot of Bourg; one son, Robert E. Theriot Jr. of Bourg; one daughter, Patricia T. Hebert of Houma; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alphonse A. and Heloise Halbert Theriot; one grandson, Joey Theriot; four brothers, Howard, Harold, Joe and Albert Theriot; and one sister, Heloise Broussard. He was a member of the Bourg Lions Club and a member of the Bourg Volunteer Fire Department. He was retired from Lebouef Brothers Towing Company in Bourg. He was a parishioner of St. Anne Catholic Church in Bourg. August 22, 2001 Felton Peter Bergeron Jr. Felton Peter Bergeron Jr., 64, died on Monday, Aug. 20, 2001. Visitation will be from 7 to 10 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Mothe Funeral Home in Marrero. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in Restlawn Park Cemetery. He is survived by his companion, Mickey Carter; two sons, Richard Bergeron and Stormy Bergeron; two stepsons, Joe and Johnny Bou rgeois; three stepdaughters, Debbie Pittman, Desiree Brecheen and Brandy Brecheen; two brothers, Harold and Gerald Bergeron; five sisters, Ella Mae Womack, Virgice Bergeron, Catherine Rodrigue, Gloria Dufrene, and Joyce Bergeron; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felton Joseph Bergeron and Agnes Naquin Bergeron; two sons, David and Dale Bergeron; and one sister, Shirley Sampey August 22, 2001 Dorothy Mae Carter Dorothy Mae Carter, 75, a native of Port Arthur, Texas, and resident of Gibson, died at 2:45 p.m. Sunday Aug. 19, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Sunlight Baptist Church in Chacahoula. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in Rose Hill cemetery in Gibson. She is survived by her husband, Charles William Carter Sr.; two sons, Kenneth Jenkins and William Charles Carter; four stepson, Junius, Alfred, Isaac and Charles William Carter Jr.; one daughter, Tina Henderson; seven stepdaughters, Cheryl, Althea, Lois, Charlene, Laverne, Velma, and Paulette Carter; four brothers, Oscar Sam Toups and his wife, Juanita, James Livas, Charley Livas and his wife, Margatte, and the Rev. Leonard Celestine and wife, Annette; one sister, Mrs. Walter (Mary) Diggs; 41 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Matt Campbell and Clara Toups; and two sisters, Odessa Johnson and Lee Esther Wolfe. She was a Deaconess Board Member and homemaker. She was a member of Sunlight Baptist Church. August 22, 2001 Allen Anthony Eschete Allen Anthony Eschete, 76, a native and resident of Houma, died at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Sarah Belanger Eschete of Houma; five sons, John A. Eschete and Brian A. Eschete, both of Houma, David H. Eschete of Lafayette, Lynn F. Eschete of Arlington, Texas, and Ted J. Eschete of Huffman, Texas; five daughters, Arleane E. Bergeron, Mrs. Rodney (Ellen) Allemand Jr., Mrs. Ray (Jill) Becnel Jr., all of Houma, Mrs. Thomas (Shanna) Tanner of Hurst, Texas, and Mrs. Magnel "Tony" (Virginia) Authement of Bourg; one brother, Houston Eschete of Houma; 24 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Oleus Eschete and Celestine Marcel Eschete; nine brothers, Junius Eschete, Howard Eschete Sr., Robert Eschete Sr., Wilbert Eschete Sr., Floyd Eschete Sr., Noel Eschete, (Twins) Calvin and Alvin Eschete, and Norris Eschete; and three siste rs, Mrs. Frank (Eunice) Klingman, Mrs. Robert (Lillian) Ourso, and Mrs. Eugene (Mae) Savoie. He was a retired bus driver for Terrebonne Parish School Board, a former employee of Brady Engine for 25 years, Life long Professional Photographer, graduate of Terrebonne High Class of 1942, American Legion Post No. 31, Holy Rosary CYO, member of Bourg Library Oral History Club, Founding member of Houma Dixie Youth Little League Baseball, and coached the East Houma Indians for 25 years. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran during the Korean War. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cerebral Palsy of La. Houma Chapter, Station 1 Box 10125, Houma, La. 70363; St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105; or Book Donations to the Bourg Public Library in Allen Eschete's name, 4405 Grace St., Bourg, La. 70344 He was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. August 22, 2001 Essie Webre Locascio Essie Webre Locascio, 91, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Napoleonville, died on Monday, Aug. 20, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Frank and John Locascio; two daughters, Frances Blanchard and Betty Robichaux; one broth er, Francis "Pipi" Webre; three sisters, Marie Toups, Geraldine Miller and Garnet Boudreaux; 18 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Locascio; her parents, Eddie and Amy Boudreaux Webre; three brothers, Eddie "Buddy" Webre, Preston Webre and Calvin Webre; and one sister, Winnie Dillon. She was a parishioner of St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville. August 22, 2001 Hubert Joseph Martinez Hubert Joseph Martinez, 82, a native and resident of Kraemer, died at 7:10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Kraemer. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Celina Kraemer Martinez; one son, Garry Martinez, one daughter, Dina M. Tabor; two brothers, George and Stanley Martinez; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norbert and Marie Schexnayder Martinez; one daughter, Patricia Martinez; one brother, Albert Martinez, and three sisters, Elizabeth Cortez, Olena Larouse and Aleline Haydel. He was a parishioner of St. Lawrence Catholic Church. August 23, 2001 Alice "Alicia" Brunet Alice "Alicia" Brunet, 88, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 7:40 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by five sons, Lawrence, Allen, Kirby, Jerrel, and Armand Brunet III; two daughters, Alice Hendricks and Christine B. Cheramie; one brother, Calvin Guidry; three step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; one step-great-great-grandchild; 18 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Claudia Pitre Guidry, three brothers, Harris, Eles, and Joseph Guidry; four grandchildren and one great grandchild. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. August 23, 2001 The Rev. Henry Dabney Jr. The Rev. Henry Dabney Jr., 54, a native of Terrebonne, died at 10 p.m., Friday Aug. 17, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7:50 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Greater St. Matthews Baptist Church. Wake services at 8 p.m. Friday. Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in Deweyville cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Karen Stevenson Dabney of Houma; three sons, Robert, Jeral, and Bryan Dabney all of Houma; four daughters, Felicia, Angela, Janice and Leslie Dabney all of Houma; and one brother, Larry Dabney Sr., also of Houma; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Dabney Sr. and Helen Wallace Dabney and one grandaughter, Amber Jackson. He was the Pastor of Greater St. Matthews Baptist Church, Fifth District Association, Concern clergyman and NAACP member. August 23, 2001 Willie Belle"Billie" Fortner Willie Belle "Billie" Fortner, 79, a native of McComb, Miss., and resident of Houma, died at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home Parlor. Burial will be Saturday at Hollywood Cemetery in McComb, Miss. She was preceded in death by her parents; Benjamin Franklin Fortner Sr. and Minnie Hall Fortner; one brother, Benjamin Franklin Fortner Jr.; and one sister, Blanch Fortner. She was a retired nurse. August 23, 2001 Constance Ann "Connie Henry" Vincent Henry Constance Ann "Connie Henry" Vincent Henry, 57, a native of Houma and resident of Springfield, Ill., died at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, 2001. Visitation will be from 12:15 p.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the church with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 cemetery. She is survive d by her mother, Joyce Durke; and two sisters, Linda Vincent Broussard and June Vincent Ellender. She was preceded in death by her father, George Vincent. August 23, 2001 Alice "Alicia" Brunet Alice "Alicia" Brunet, 88, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 7:40 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by five sons, Lawrence, Allen, Kirby, Jerrel, and Armand Brunet III; two daughters, Alice Hendricks and Christine B. Cheramie; one brother, Calvin Guidry; three step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; one step-great-great-grandchild; 18 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Claudia Pitre Guidry, three brothers, Harris, Eles, and Joseph Guidry; four grandchildren and one great grandchild. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. August 23, 2001 Milda P. Landry Schaubhut Milda P. Landry Schaubhut, 77, a native of Chackbay and resident of Malagay, died at 4:08 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Kraemer. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the chu rch with burial in Our Lady of Prompt Succor cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Melvin J. Landry and Wayne Phillip Landry; one daughter, Patty A. Landry; three brothers, Wayne Percle, Colly Percle, and Josheph Caffery Percle; one sister, Pelma P. Schano; five grandchildren and one step grandchild. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Dennis W. Landry, and her second husband James H. Schaubhut; her parents, Orpha J. and Corine Nicholas Percle; one daughter, Betty L. Benoit one brother, Edward J. Percle and one stepsister, Lillian K. Legendre. She was employed by the Lafourche Parish School Board Food Service for 27 years. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of prompt Succor and St. Lawrence Catholic Churches. August 23, 2001 Woodie Tully Woodie Tully, 94, a native of Wilmer, Ala. and resident of Thibodaux, died at 6:27 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Wilmer United Methodist Church in Wilmer, Ala. Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Woodie Neal Tully and David Bruce Tully; one daughter, Dr. Anita Tully; three grandchildren, Thomas Wyeth Tully, Angela Tully Robinson and Matthew Neal Tully; and three great-grandchildren, Madeline, Jack, and Tess Tully. He was preceded in death by his wife, Velma Cravey Tully; his parents, Thomas Felix Tully and Maggie Ford Tully; and two sisters, Edna Earle McAdams and Maude Evans. He was a retired shipyard Foreman and enjoyed fishing, gardening and building homes. He as a member of Wilmer United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of South Louisiana. Samart Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. August 24, 2001 Robert Joseph Boudreaux Sr. Robert Joseph Boudreaux Sr., 87, a native and resident of Dulac, died at 9:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, 2001. Mass was scheduled for 1 p.m. today at Holy Family Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Grace C. Boudreaux of Dulac; four sons, Robert J. Boudreaux Jr., Gary H. Boudreaux, Frederic J. Boudreaux, and Timothy S. Boudreaux, all of Dulac; three brothers, Alvin J. Boudreaux, Claude P. Boudreaux Jr., and Adrian P. Boudreaux; eight grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude P. and Odile Pontiff Boudreux Sr.; one brother, Patrick J. Boudreaux; and one sister, Clara B. Carlos. August 24, 2001 Theresa Massarini Chauvin Theresa Massarini Chauvin, 84, a native of New Orleans, resident of Metairie and former resident of Houma, died at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2001. Visitation will b e from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park Cemetery. She is survived by one son, D.C. Chauvin of Gretna; and three grandsons, Don Chauvin, Rob Chauvin and Bryan Chauvin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Chauvin; her parents, William Massarini and Florence White Massarini; two brothers, William T. Massarini and John H. Massarini; and four sisters, Frances M. Bourgeois, Florence M. Moran, Bertha M. Dewhirst and Shirley M. Ciulla. She was a homemaker. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 24, 2001 Bernice Allbritton Clausen Bernice Allbritton Clausen, 93, a native of Franklin and resident of Schriever, died at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2001. Visitation was from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at United Methodist Church in Thibodaux, with burial in Franklin Cemetery in Franklin. She is survived by one son, Warren J. Clausen; one daughter, Shirley Clausen Vicknair Paul; eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Peter Clausen; her parents, Joseph Alexander and Nannie Sutton Allbritton; three brothers, L.G., James and Otis Allbritton; and two sisters, Ida Lee Boyd, and Margaret K oimn. She was a member of United Methodist Church. August 24, 2001 Iria Monea Joseph Iria Monea Joseph, infant, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Monday, Aug. 20, 2001. Grave side services will be at noon Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church Cemetery in Napoleonville. She is survived by her mother, Shannon Lynette Joseph of Napoleonville; her grandparents, Jacqueline Joseph of Napoleonville, and Adam Anderson of Donaldsonville; her great-great-grandparents, Emelda Anderson and Joe Anderson of Belle Rose. She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Viola Stewart and James Walker of Napoleonville. August 24, 2001 Roy Joseph Matherne Sr. Roy Joseph Matherne Sr., 72, a native of Cut Off and resident of Gheens, died at 3:21 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today and from 7 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Savior Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Edna R. Hartman Matherne, two sons, Roy "R.J." Matherne Jr. and Gerald P. Matherne; two daughters, Arlene M. Matherne and Pattie Matherne Birdsall; two brothers, Harris Matherne Sr., and Early "Herbert" Matherne; three sisters, Winnie Toups, Ella Mae Boquet and Thelma Guidry; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Clemont Matherne and Orelia Dufrene Matherne; eight brothers, Morris, Colbert, Roland, Edward, Norris, Nolan, Stanley and Gilbert Matherne. He served in the U.S. Army and was a U.S. Marine veteran. He was a member of the Raceland Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion Post. August 24, 2001 Wilson Uze Wilson Uze, 82, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 11:10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Louise Andras Uze; two sons, Neddie P. Usey and Teddie J. Usey; three daughters, Ethel U. Borne, Theresa L. Durocher and Loretta U. Danos; one brother, Thomas Usey, 18 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren, and seven step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jean-W Usey and Helen Pitre Usey; one son, Wilson Usey Jr.; one daughter, Loretta Marie Usey; three brothers, Henry, Remy and June-Marcel Usey; and four sisters, Lucia U. Morvant, Ella U. Andras, Eulia U. Bonvillian and Laura Usey. August 24, 2001 Stacey Michelle Wilson Stacey Mich elle Wilson, 21, a native and resident of Avondale, died at 1:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Third Zion Baptist Church in Raceland, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her parents, Amanda Lee Wilson Turner of Avondale and Ernest James Wilson Jr., of Marrero; two brothers, Keith Landry and Brian Willis of Avondale; and her grandparents, Joseph and Marion Guidroz Smith of Raceland. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ora Lee Smith and Eloise Wilson. August 25, 2001 Joan J Caminita Joan J. Caminita, 75, a native of Louisiana and a resident of Perkinston, Miss., died on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Moore Funeral Home in Wiggins. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Garden of Memories in Metairie with burial in Garden of Memories cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Michael Caminita of Perkinston, Frank Caminita of Pearl River, and Sal Caminita of Covington; three daughters, Janis Spell of Hattiesburg, JoAnn Kaack of Covington, and Laurie Ann Spell of Perkinston; one brother, Sonny Jolet of Franklinton, 15 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was a homemaker. Moore Funeral Home in Wiggins is in charge of arrangements. August 25, 2001 Doris Orgeron Gass Doris Orgeron Gass, 67, a native of Lockport and resident of Bayou Blue died at 9:10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, 2001. Visitation was Friday, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Louis Catholic Church in Bayou Blue. Mass will be at 9 a.m. today at the church with burial in church cemetery. She is survived by her father, Norman Orgeron; one daughter, Susan G. Landry; two brothers, Irvin "Coon" Orgeron and Joseph "Lulu" Orgeron; and two sisters, Rowena McQueen and Evelyn Adams; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl J. Gass; her mother, Nora Thibodeaux Orgeron and one son, Norman Gass. She was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. August 25, 2001 Ameda Leger McKeivier Ameda Leger McKeivier, 80, a native of Church Point and resident of Houma died at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, 2001. Visitation was Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be at 2 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Jim McKeivier of Eunice and his wife, Ellen, and John McKeivier of Houma; one daughter, Ann Dover of Cumberland Furnace, Tenn., and her husband, David; one brother, Guy J. Leger of Lake Charles; one sister, Mrs. Phil (Georgia) Menard of Lake Charles; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.A. McKeivier Jr.; her parents, Martin and Olivia Richard Leger, and one brother, Gus Leger. She was a homemaker. August 26, 2001 Alexander Dolese Alexander Joseph "Chock" Dolese, 84, a native and resident of Labadieville, died at 7:50 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Visitation is 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at noon Tuesday at St. Philomena, followed by burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, Mark G. Dolese, and two sisters, Grace Uter and Hazel Naquin. He is preceded in death by his wife, Kathlyn Rae Guillot Dolese; his parents, Alexander and Felicia Ayo Dolese; two brothers, Robert H. Dolese and Clifton "Tut" Dolese; and three sisters, Daisy Dolese, Maggie Dolese and Tiche Waguespack. He was a founding member and past president of the Labadieville Volunteer Fire Department, grand marshal of the 1960 LVFD Fair and Parade, a member of the Louisiana State Firemen's Association, charter member of the Labadieville Lions Club, member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 11061, and was commissioned an honorary state representative of the Legislature in 1990, '91 and '92. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the St. Philomena Catholic School, 120 Convent St., Labadieville, LA 70372. August 26, 2001 Carolyn Hebert Carolyn Courson Hebert, 51, a native of Crossett, Ak., former resident of Houma and resident of Youngsville, died at 10:35 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at David Funeral Home in Lafayette. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Broussard, with burial to follow at the St. Anne Mausoleum in Youngsville. She is survived by her husband, John Thomas Hebert; her mother, Euphenia Brockwell Courson of Bastrop; three sons, Jamie Hebert and wife, Carol, of Lafayette, Jeremy Hebert and wife, Nikki, of Chauvin and Jon Hebert and wife, Lainee, of Duson; two brothers, Lane Courson of Bastrop and Steven Courson of Mobile, Ala.; one sister, Judy Foote of Mandeville; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, James Edward Courson. She was a homemaker, and a member of the Susan Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. She was activity director for Copperfield Subdivision, and attended the First Baptist Church in Broussard. August 26, 2001 Vallie Lapeyrouse Vallie Marie Dupre Lapey-rouse, 79, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 10:55 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Visitation is 5 to 10 p.m. today and 8 a.m. t o funeral time Monday at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, followed by burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Alvin Charles Lapeyrouse; one son, Roy Lapeyrouse and wife, Betty, of Chauvin; one daughter, Mrs. Edward (Genevieve) LeBoeuf of Pointe-aux-Chenes; one sister, Velma LeBoeuf of Montegut; seven grandchildren, Danny LeBoeuf, Janine Chauvin, Marty LeBoeuf, Kelli Brunet, Gary Lapeyrouse, Sharon Picou and Bonnie Soulet; 15 great-grandchildren, Leland Picou, Lauren Picou, Casey Soulet, Derek Soulet, Logan Soulet, Brett Lapeyrouse, Evan Lapeyrouse, Kurt LeBoeuf, Ryan LeBoeuf, Celeste LeBoeuf, Scott Chauvin, Joshua "Moose" Chauvin, Lezli LeBoeuf, Stephanie LeBoeuf and Cody Brunet; and two great-great-grandchildren, Rebecca Picou and Jackie Picou. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Dupre and Elise Authement Dupre; four brothers, Dudley, Abbey, Hubert and Albert Dupre; and two sisters, Allie Matherne and Viley Bourg. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a homemaker, and a member of St. Joseph Ladies Altar Society, VFW Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary. August 26, 2001 Bessie Owen Bessie Barras Delaune Owen, 84, a native of Labadieville and resident of Bay St. Louis, Miss ., died Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Visitation is 6 to 9 p.m. today and 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Mothe Funeral Home in Harvey. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, followed by burial in Hope Mausoleum. She is survived by one daughter, Sandra Delaune Morrison of Bay St. Louis; one son, Phillip "Bubba" Delaune of Houma; two stepsons, C. Reece Owen Jr. and Richard H. Owen; and five sisters, Godrie Sutherland, Marjorie Thomson, Thelma Hoins, Perclelee Landry and D. Jerry Barras. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Thomas J. Delaune; her second husband, C. Reece Owen Sr.; her parents, Rita Percle Barras and Sidney Barras; and four sisters, Helen Pujol, Irene Wilkes, O.J. Barras and Kate Adams. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of the South, 4803 Harrison Circle, Gulfport, Miss., 39507. August 26, 2001 Carolyn Hebert Carolyn Courson Hebert, 51, a native of Crossett, Ak., former resident of Houma and resident of Youngsville, died at 10:35 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at David Funeral Home in Lafayette. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Broussard, with burial to follow at the St. Anne Mausoleum in Youngsville. She is survived by her husband, John Thomas Hebert; her mother, Euphenia Brockwell Courson of Bastrop; three sons, Jamie Hebert and wife, Carol, of Lafayette, Jeremy Hebert and wife, Nikki, of Chauvin and Jon Hebert and wife, Lainee, of Duson; two brothers, Lane Courson of Bastrop and Steven Courson of Mobile, Ala.; one sister, Judy Foote of Mandeville; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, James Edward Courson. She was a homemaker, and a member of the Susan Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. She was activity director for Copperfield Subdivision, and attended the First Baptist Church in Broussard. August 26, 2001 Roy Stagni Roy Francis Stagni Jr., 51, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houston, Texas, died at 5:18 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Visitation is 7 to 10 p.m. today and 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday in the Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel, followed by burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park Cemetery. He is survived by his mother, Doreen Doubleday Porche of Ocean Springs, Miss.; two brothers, Rodney and John Stagni of Houma; and one niece, Melissa Stagni Noble of Grenada, Miss. He is preceded in death by his father, Roy Francis Stagni Sr., and his grandfather, D.J. Stagni. He was an accountant. August 26, 2001 Pearl Melancon Pearl Kimball Mela ncon, 87, a native of Opelousas and resident of Lockport, died at 4:43 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Hilary Catholic Church, followed by burial in Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by three daughters; Evelyn M. Theriot, Deanie M. Babin and Cheryl M. Dominique; two brothers, Jasper and Wallace Kimball; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren, and four step-great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alton "Blue" Melancon; her parents, Chas and Bernadette Guidry Kimball; a son, Glen Gary Pastorick; a daughter, Gertie Mae Pastorick; three brothers, Doyle, Wilson and Calvin Kimball; two sisters, Grace Eusay and Irene Kimball, and four grandchildren. She was a parishioner of St. Hilary Catholic Church and a retired beautician. August 27, 2001 Clinton Joseph Benoit Clinton Joseph Benoit, 81, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 11 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Mass will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Gabriel Joseph Benoit Sr. and Ricky Joseph Benoit; one daughter, MaryLane Blackard, two brothers, Joachim "T-Boy" and Edward Benoit; three sisters, Betty Louviere, Lorita Morvant and Rita Morvant; 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alcess and Agatha Braud Benoit; two brothers, Bartholomew Joseph "Jack" Benoit and Milton Benoit Sr.; and one sister, Mary Benoit. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. August 27, 2001 Florence Hebert Boudreaux Florence Hebert Boudreaux, 84, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Schriever, died at 9:32 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Lester Boudreaux Sr., Junius Boudreaux Jr., and Melvin Boudreaux; nine daughters, Mary Ann Borne, Mary Louise Benoit, Mildred Daigle, Sue Simoneaux, Anna Lee Tregre, Audrey Borne, Sandra Mahler, Debra Folse and Florence Boudreaux; two brothers, Roy Hebert and Cleveland "Pip" Hebert; 27 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Junius J. Boudreaux Sr., her parents, Sidney and Georganna Melancon Hebert; one great-granddaughter, Brittany Raffray, and four brothers, Elvin, Rene, Anthony and Joseph "Port" Hebert. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. August 27, 2001 Eura Paul Dufrene Eura Paul Dufrene, 77, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Gheens, died on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Gheens. Mass will be at 11 a.m. at the church with burial in Holy Savior Cemetery. He is survived by one brother, Esward A. Dufrene. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Mercedes Falgout Dufrene; one brother, Richard J. Dufrene, and one sister, Alverdia D. Davis. August 27, 2001 Vallie Marie Dupre Lapeyrouse Vallie Marie Dupre Lapeyrouse, 79, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 10:55 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin. Mass was scheduled for 10 a.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Alvin Charles Lapeyrouse of Chauvin; one son, Roy Lapeyrouse and wife, Betty, both of Chauvin; one daughter, Mrs. Edward (G enevieve) LeBouef of Pointe-aux-Chenes; one sister, Velma LeBoeuf of Montegut; two adopted sisters, Ella Mae Dupre of Larose and Helen Naquin of Chauvin; seven grandchildren, Danny LeBouef, Janine Chauvin, Marty LeBoeuf, Kelli Brunet, Gary Lapeyrouse, Sharon Picou, and Bonnie Soulet; 15 great-grandchildren, Leland Picou, Lauren Picou, Casey Soulet, Derek Soulet, Logan Soulet, Brett Lapeyrouse, Evan Lapeyrouse, Kurt LeBoeuf, Ryan LeBoeuf, Celeste LeBoeuf, Scott Chauvin, Joshua "Moose" Chauvin, Lezli LeBoeuf, Stephanie LeBoeuf and Cody Brunet; and two great-great-grandchildren, Rebecca Picou and Jackie Picou. She was preceded in death by her two infant sons, Eddie and Ivy Lapeyrouse; her parents, John Dupre and Elise Authement Dupre; four brothers, Dudley Dupre, Abbey Dupre, Hubert Dupre and Albert Dupre; and two sisters, Allie Matherne and Villey Dupre Bourg Duplantis. She was a homemaker and a member of the St. Joseph Ladies Altar Society, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary and American Legion Auxiliary. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. August 27, 2001 Bobby Lane Walker Bobby Lane Walker, 42, a native of New Iberia and resident of Houma, died at 11:50 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel. He is survived by his father, Chester J. Walker; his mother and step father, Febronia "Nona" Rivera Maltman and William J. "Bill" Maltman, both of Houma; one sister, Susan Gail Walker Bergeron of Covington, and half brother, Mike Chapa of Houma. He was an auditor and accountant. He was member of No Alibi Band and Dixie Land Tall Boys. August 28, 2001 Eno Paul Boudreaux Sr. Eno Paul Boudreaux Sr., 83, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 11:05 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Holy Savior Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Adams Boudreaux; three sons, Eno Boudreaux Jr., Ernest Boudreaux, and Emmet Boudreaux; two daughters, Jane Cressonie and Jill Loredo; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Marie Schouest Boudreaux; one daughter, Janet Boudreaux, four brothers, Davis Boudreaux, Eddie Boudreaux, Numa Boudreaux, and Elson Delaune Sr.; and two sisters, Bertha Vedros and Helena Pennison. He was retired from Valentine Sugars after 45 years of service. He was a parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church. August 28, 2001 Beatrice "Bea" Traigle Robichaux Beatrice "Bea" Traigle Robichaux, 85, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 7:45 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son, Pierre McKinley "Mickey" Robichaux and wife, Mary Hick; two daughters, Elizabeth "Bunny Lady" Chiasson and husband, Edward Sr., and Louise Marie Chauvin and husband, Roland; two sisters, Dolia T. Blanchard and Lois Adams; and grandchildren and spouses, Kim Landry, Dean and Tina Landry, Kathleen and Todd Schutt, Janine C. Benoit, and John and Jennifer Chauvin; and three great-grandchildren, Tabitha Stein, Dallas Landry and Jacob Chauvin. She was preceded in death by her husband, McKinley "Mack" Robichaux; her parents, Louis Dom and Sedonia Naquin Traigle; one daughter, Mary Ann Robichaux; one brother, Sidney Traigle, four sisters, Victoria T. Richard, Elise T. Delaune, Lillian T. Richard and Bernice T. Robichaux; and one granddaughter, Sandra Anne Robichaux. She was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking for her grandchildren and playing bingo with her friends at IHS nursing home. She was a p arishioner of St. John Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 28, 2001 Dwight Anthony Theriot Dwight Anthony Theriot, 50, a native of Larose and resident of Cut Off, died at 3:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home in Cut Off. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Noel Guidry Theriot; one son, Jeremy Theriot; one daughter, Daphne Melvin; one brother, Felicien Theriot; one sister, Betty Shicksnider; and four grandchildren, Nicholas, Matthew and Clare Melvin, and Chesley Theriot. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felicien and Mildred Dufrene Theriot; one brother, Roland Theriot; and two grandchildren, Sarah and Emily Melvin. He was a gauger for Murphy Production and Exploration. He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Samart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 29, 2001 Patricia Ilene Aucoin Patricia Ilene Aucoin, 71, a native of Chicago, Ill., and resident of Houma, died at 4:10 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27, 2001. Prayer services were scheduled for 10 a.m. today at St. Francis de Sales No. 2 cemetery. She is survived by numerous c ousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leon and Kathryn Madden Aucoin. She was a stenographer. August 29, 2001 Christopher Thomas Badeaux Christopher Thomas Badeaux, 2-day-old infant, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2001. Graveside services were held Tuesday at St. Joseph Cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Thomas and Margo Oncale Badeaux; his twin brother, William Thomas Badeaux; three half brothers, Lee, Mark, and Tim Badeaux; one half sister, Sue Fields; and his grandparents, L.J. and Carolyn Oncale. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, J. Alvin and Elsie Badeaux. August 30, 2001 Terry Ron Clay Terry Ron Clay, 47, a native of Snyder, Texas, and resident of Gray, died at 10:16 a.m. Monday, Aug. 27, 2001. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Bell-Cypert-Seale Funeral Home in Snyder with burial in Hill Side Memorial Garden Cemetery. He is survived by two brothers, Kerry Clay of Snyder and Jay Lynn Clay of Lubbock, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, H.S. Clay and Idell Parker Clay. He was an employee of marine drilling. August 30, 2001 John Dudley Foret Jr. John Dudley Foret Jr., 38, a native and resident of Houma, died at 10:55 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvi n Funeral Home and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Annunziata Catholic Church. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in Holy Family Cemetery. He is survived by one son, Jacob Foret of Houma; four sisters, Earline Stephens, Aileen Darnell and Carlene Pellegrin, all of Houma, and Arlene Salman of Kenner; six nieces and three nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Dudley Foret Sr. and Antoinette Parfait Foret; and his grandparents, Alidor and Frances Parfait and Albert and Ernestine Foret. He was a salesman for exploration supplies. August 30, 2001 Warren Francis Moore Warren Francis Moore, 78, a native of Houma and resident of New Orleans, died at 9:50 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001. Memorial services were held at noon Wednesday at Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home chapel in New Orleans. He is survived by his wife, Eldonia (Peggy) B. Moore; three sons, Warren, Wayne and Charles Moore; two daughters, Molly Moore Smith and Stella Moore; 17 grandchildren, Warren, Mellissa, Kevin, Michelle, Bradley, Charles, Wesley, Gretchen, Andrea, Mat thew, Sarah, Lydia and Josh Moore, Stephanie Moore Bradbury, Adam and Shannon Smith, and Sabrina Smith Henry; five great-grandchildren, Bryan Smith, Ashley and Christopher Smith, Warren Moore III, and Amber Henry; one brother, Royce P. Moore of Houma, and on e sister, Mrs. Burleigh (Molly) Ruiz of Houma. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Moore and Stella Butcher Moore; three brothers, Houston "Shine", W.J. "Bill", and Randolph "Tuney" Moore; and three sisters, Rose Moore Lyons, Josephine Moore Trahan and Audrey Moore LeBlanc. He was a retired self-employed flooring installer and was a World War II army veteran. Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. August 30, 2001 Claire Marie Olds Claire Marie Olds, infant, a native and resident of Lockport, died Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2001. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart cemetery in Cut Off. She is survived by her parents, Jean and Cynthia Kern Olds; two brothers, Nathan Louis and Courtland James Olds; and her grandparents, Ray and Irene Kern, and Lonnie Wayne Olds Sr. and Loena Olds. August 31, 2001 Daniel "Danny" J. Bergeron Daniel "Danny" J. Bergeron, 54, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Schriever, died at 12:56 a.m. Friday, Aug. 31, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Thib odaux Funeral Home, with burial in St. Joseph cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Priscilla Cortez Bergeron; his mother, Nellie Prejean Bergeron; one son, Troy D. Bergeron; three stepsons, Michael J., Paul J. and Ritchie J. Cor tez; one daughter, Charlotte Cortez Piascik; one brother, Ronald Ledet; one sister, Maureen A. Bergeron; and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Alvin J. Bergeron; and one brother, Michael Bergeron. August 31, 2001 Clyde Charles Caillouet Sr. Clyde Charles Caillouet Sr., 84, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Meyer Caillouet; three sons, Clyde Jr., Thomas and Andrew Caillouet; three daughters, Lynn C. Fowler, Susan C. Meredith and Laura C. Clapp; one brother, Abel Caillouet; three sisters, Florence C. Thibodaux, Heloise C. Torres, and Ellen C. Lasseigne; and 16 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alban C. and Azema Talbot Caillouet; three brothers, Albon, Francis and Lawrence Caillouet; and two sisters, Theresa Caillouet and Corine C. Beuhler. He was an attorney in Thibodaux for 41 years and was a Navy pilot during World War II. He served as La. Senator from 1952 to 1956. August 31, 2001 Claire Causin Hebert Claire Causin Hebert, 66, a native of Donaldsonville and resident of T hibodaux, died at 12:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, 2001. A memorial service will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, Wilton Hebert Jr.; four sons, Audie, Terry, Dwayne, and Danny Hebert; three daughters, Christine Chiasson, Darlene Hook and Penny Sevin; and 10 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Artmise Loumiet Causin; one daughter, Patty Hebert; five brothers, Ned, Chester, Howard, Frank Jr. and Coy Causin; and two sisters, Carmen Capello and Dorothy Alonzo. She was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. August 31, 2001 Paid Randal Paul LaJaunie Randal Paul LaJaunie, 57, a native and resident of Houma, died at 2:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home, and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Glenda Ann LeBlanc LaJaunie of Houma; his mother, Eugenie Brunet LaJaunie of Houma; two sons, Darren Paul LaJaunie and Kerry James LaJaunie and his wife, Dawn, all of Houma; one brother, Willard LaJaunie Jr. of Houston, Texas; two sisters, Shirley Marie Gautreaux and Janet Marie Lapeyrouse, both of Houma; and th ree grandchildren, Derek Eskind, Brandon Doucet and Bailey LaJaunie, all of Houma. He was preceded in death by his father, Willard Paul LaJaunie Sr. He was a retired Service Representative for Mike's Filters and Supply. He was an avid bowler for 30 years. He was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. August 31, 2001 Albertha C. Roberson Albertha C. Roberson, 85, a native of Mathews and resident of Raceland, died at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Morning Star Baptist Church in Raceland, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son, George J. Roberson Jr. of Silver Springs, Md.; three daughters, Elizabeth V. Roberson and Olga R. Jackson, both of Raceland, and Genavieve Roberson of Savannah Ga. She was preceded in death by her husband, The Rev. George J. Roberson Sr.; her parents, Ezekiel and Orelia L. Kelso; and one sister, Thelma Magnard. She was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church No. 2 and served on the Deaconess Board. She was President of the Home Mission and actively involved with Sunday School Teaching. She was a former member of the Order of The Eastern Star. August 31, 2001 Ernest Charles Williams Ernest Charles Williams, 83, a native of Labadieville and resid ent of Thiboaux, died Monday, Aug. 27, 2001. Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Saturday at Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday. He is survived by five sons, Robert Williams of N.Y., Alvin Williams of Labadieville, Edward, Joseph and Clifford Williams all of Thibodaux; two daughters, Bernice Johnson and Esther Rogers, both of Thibodaux. He was preceded in death by two wives, Lillie Mae Singleton Williams and Elnora Bennett Williams; his parents, Clifford and Gertrude Goods Williams; three sons, Raymond Williams, Ernest Charles Williams Jr., and Ernest Clifford Williams; and two brothers, James Watkins and Paul Washington Sr. He was a World War II Navy Veteran.