Obituaries for OCTOBER 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 ********************************************** ================================================================ October 1, 2001 Evest Joseph Arceneaux Evest Joseph Arceneaux, 87, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Chapel with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. II Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Olympe Gaudet Arceneaux; four sons, Mason P., Lawrence, Allen A. and Ronnie P. Arceneaux; six daughters, Anita A. Portier, Virginia Pontiff, Donna A. Porche, Julia M. Arceneaux, Jeanne A. Tabor, and Denise A. Sherrill; 24 grandchildren; and 36 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Preston and Julia Chataignier Arceneaux. He was a parishioner of Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. October 1, 2001 Victor G. Boudreaux Jr. Victor G. Boudreaux, Jr., 50, a native and resident of Golden Meadow died at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday at Samart Funeral Home in Cut Off, and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Alice Bruce Boudreaux of Golden Meadow; two sons, Kenneth A. Boudreaux and Eugene Serigery Jr.; four daughters, Pamela M. Luwisch, Theress Platt, Shantelle Danos, and Jillien Boudreaux; three sisters, Rosemary Berthelot, Patsy Allemand, and Peggy Sue Bergeron; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor Sr. and Julia Borne Boudreaux; and one son, Victor G. Boudreaux III. He was a self-employed commercial fisherman. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family for funeral expenses. October 1, 2001 Edwin Arthur Kirsch Edwin Arthur Kirsch, 88, a native of New Orleans and resident of River Ridge, died Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel in Metairie. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesda y at the Chapel with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery. He is survived by his dear friend, Lois Polkey of River Ridge. He was the uncle of Gloria Dantin Fabregas, Hunt B. and Linda Downer, both of Houma, E. Kenny Downer of Sugarland, Tx., and Arthur B. and Sharon Downer of Woodlands, Tx.; great uncle of Troy, Angela, Nicole, Mary and Blair Downer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Wendling Kirsch; two brothers, Charles and Howard Kirsch; and one sister, Vivian Kirsch Williams. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in Metairie is in charge of arrangements. October 2, 2001 Hester Atkins Hester Atkins, 79, a native of Mathews and resident of Raceland died at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church in Mathews. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her children, Perry Atkins, Stella L. Hyde, Gale A. Barrow, Jacqueline M. Atkins and Francine A. Ross, all of Raceland, Maxine L. Peltier of Salt Lake City, Utah, Mary A. Haywood of New Orleans, and Kerry A. Green of Avondale; two sisters, Martha Lee and Josephine Williams of Thibodaux; 14 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parent s, Issac Sr. and Octavia Harden Atkins; her common law husband, Jacob Collins; two brothers, Issac Atkins Jr. and Adam Atkins; and one sister, Mary Atkins Lee. She was a member of New St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church. October 2, 2001 Alfred Bolden Alfred Bolden, 60, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, died at 12:40 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in Bisland Cemetery. He is survived by five brothers, Rudolph Bolden of Chauvin, Sherman and Freddie Bolden of Houma, Henry Bolden of Baton Rouge and Donald Bolden of Ponoma, Calif.; two sisters, Audrine B. Harris and Doretha B. White of Chauvin; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph Bolden Sr. and Bertha Smith Bolden; one brother, Ralph Bolden Jr. and one sister, Naomi B. Taylor. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and was a retired welder. He was a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church. October 2, 2001 Olice Lee Conn Olice Lee Conn, 83, a native of Sylacauga, Ala. and resident of Houma, died at 12:35 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, 2001. No services scheduled. She is survived by two sons, Harold F. Conn Jr. of Bayou Blue and Timothy Conn of Houma; two sisters, Ann Humphrey and Hershey Smallwood, both of Alabama; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim F. Sr. and Roxie Sims; her husband, Harold F. Conn Sr.; and one brother, J.F. Sims Jr. October 2, 2001 Houston Joseph Dupre Houston Joseph Dupre, 46, a native of Houma and resident of Chauvin, died at 6:20 p.m. Sunday, Sept 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin. Mass will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two brothers, Steve Dupre of Arabi, and Anthony Dupre and his wife, Lori, of Chauvin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Augustine Joseph Dupre and Eunice Trahan Dupre; two brothers, Roy Dupre and Michael Dupre; and one sister, Evelyn Dupre Smith. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. October 2, 2001 Mary Kathleen Nedley Eells Mary Kathleen Nedley Eells, 85, a native of Manatee County and Apalachicola, Fla., and resident of Port St. Joe, Fla., died Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Port St. Joe. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in Holly Hill Cemetery. She is survived by four children, Barbara Eells of St. Joe Beach, Bryon "Sonny" Eells III and his wife, Janette, of Montegut, Dolores Kathleen "Kathy" and her husband, Hans Rudolf "Rudie" Senn-Eells of Leutwil, Switzerland, and Michael Eells and his wife, Daphne, of Gulf Breeze, Fla.; two sisters, Melba Brown of Port St. Joe and Iva Mae Herring of St. Joe Beach; one brother, Robert Nedley and his wife, Charlotte, of Port St. Joe; one brother-in-law, Edward Eells of Canton, Miss.; five grandchildren, Monica and her husband, Randy Rodrique, and Leslie and her husband, Russell Clement, all of Houma, Derek Eells and Jenny Perrin of Gulf Breeze and Angie Perrin of Suguamish, Wash.; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bryon H. Eells Jr. She was a member of the Altar Society, Junior Women's Club and the Women's Club. She was a PTA member and avid bridge player. She was a member of St. Bernadette's Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary in Houma. She was a parishioner of St. Joe Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude's Hospital or a relief fund of your choice for the victims of the terrorist attacks on America. Comforter Funeral Home in Port St. Joe is in charge of arrangements. October 2, 2001 Leroy P. Foret Jr. Leroy P. Foret Jr., 37, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Brenda Smith Foret and Leroy P. Foret Sr. of Chauvin; two brothers, Dale and John Foret, both of Chauvin; and one sister, Bernice Leboeuf of Chauvin. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Eugene and Josephine Blanchard Foret; and his maternal grandparents, Sidney and Bernice Babin Smith. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. October 2, 2001 Edwin Arthur Kirsch Edwin Arthur Kirsch, 88, died Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001. Funeral services were scheduled for 1:30 p.m. today at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel in Metairie with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery. He was the uncle of Gloria Dantin Fabregas, Hunt B. and Linda Downer of Houma, E. Kenny Downer of Sugarland, Texas, and Arthur B. and Sharon Downer of Woodlands, Texas; friend of Lois Polkey of River Ridge; great-granduncle of Troy, Angela, Nicole, Mary and Blair Downer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Wendling Kirsch; his brothers, Charles and Howard Kirsch; and sister, Vivian Kirsch Williams. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in Metair ie was in charge of arrangements. October 2, 2001 Elward Lacoste Sr. Elward Lacoste Sr., 72, a native of Dularge and resident of Houma, died at 3:15 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, 2001. Mass was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at Samart Funeral Home in Houma with burial in Rogers Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Girdie Melancon Lacoste of Houma; three sons, Errol Lacoste of Houma, Elward John Lacoste of Dularge and Elward Lacoste Jr. of Dularge; four step-sons, Ernest Liner Jr., Louis Liner Sr., Ronald Liner Sr. and Harold Liner, all of Houma; one stepdaughter, Bonnie Clavier of Chauvin; one brother, Dudley Lacoste of Lake Arthur; four sisters, Dorothy L. Billiot of Labadieville, Rosalie L. Duhon, Sylvia Lacoste and Debra Lacoste, all of Houma; 23 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Bessie Dehart Lacoste; his paternal grandparents, Thomas and Irene Lacoste; his maternal grandparents, Anderson and Aurila Lacoste Dehart; and one brother, Delward Lacoste. He was an offshore roustabout for Patterson Edmonson. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family for funeral services. October 2, 2001 Irene Trosclair Parfait Irene Trosclair Parfait, 71, a native and resident of Dulac, died at 3:50 p.m. Monday, Oct. 1, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. Wednesday a nd from 8 to 10 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home, and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Family Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by four sons, Jessie Parfait and his wife, Jo Ann, of Dulac, Paul Parfait and his wife, Cheryl, Patrick Parfait and his wife, Cheryl, all of Houma, and Angelo Parfait and his wife, Rayes, of Galveston, Texas; one stepson, James Parfait Sr. and his wife, Florence, of Dulac; six daughters, Mrs. Edward (Barbara) Fitch Jr., Mrs. Antoine (Beverly) "Yogie" Billiot, Mrs. Regis (Monica) "Cindy" Verdin of Houma, Mrs. James (Angelie) "Pokey" Verdin, Mrs. Richard (Patricia) "Cheina" Verdin of Dulac, and Mrs. Grove (Bessie) Jackson of Grand Bay, Ala.; three brothers, Pete Trosclair of Grove, Texas, George Trosclair and Ernest Trosclair of Dulac; two sisters, Mrs. Antoine (Linda) Gregoire of Dulac and Mrs. Benette (Alie) Gill of McCall Creek, Miss.; 34 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; and one step-great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph H. Parfait; her parents, Angelo and Louise Foret Trosclair; one son, Joseph Aubrey Parfait; and four grandchildren, Joseph Richard Verdin, Nicholas Jerome Billiot, James Parfait Jr. and Janita Parfait. She wa s a retired laborer with Scott Co.She was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. October 3, 2001 Beverly Jean Ledford Ammons Beverly Jean Ledford Ammons, 59, a native of Baltimore, Md., and resident of Bayou Blue, died at 2:20 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001. Visitation will be from noon to service time Friday at New Horizon at 713 Hwy. 182 in Houma. A memorial service will be at 5 p.m. Friday at New Horizon. She is survived by her husband, William "Bill" Ammons of Bayou Blue; two sons, Ed Corbin and wife, Lisa of West Minister, Md., and Dave Corbin and wife, Carol of Baker, Fla.; five daughters, Ginnie Mercer and husband, Dave, Cheryle Corbin of Houma, Michele Clark and partner, Susan, Becky Robinson and husband, Al of Baltimore, Md., and Bobbi Silesky and husband, Jeffrey of Manchester, Md; two sister, Alice Hendricken of Homasassa, Fla. and Marian Phenes of Brooksville, Fla.; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Author Marion Ledford and Ruth Adam Ledford; one daughter, Elsie Clark; one brother, Author Ledford Jr.; and two sisters, Janice Ledford and Janette Ledford. She was a homemaker. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society. October 3, 2001 Russell John Authement Russell John Authement, 74, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident Ho uma, died at 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, October 2, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Bayou Blue Assembly of God, with funeral services at 11 a.m. at the church, followed by burial in Rogers Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Genevieve Dufrene Authement; one son, Marty D. Authement, and wife, Jennifer; three brothers, Leland Authement and Alton Authement, both of Bayou Blue, and Edward Authement of Poplarville, Miss.; two sisters, Louella Cobb of Poplarville and Lillian Gros of Bayou Blue; and two daughters-in-law, Rebecca Authement Frickey and Kelly Gros Authement; seven grandchildren, Brian James Authement, Joshua Frickey, Seth Frickey, Isaiah Frickey, Julie Pitre, Erica Pitre and Jessica Pitre; and one great-granchild, B.J. Authement Jr. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Lucy Authement; one son, Cary Lee Authement; and four sisters, Lydia Authement, Leena Gros, Mae Schroeder and Stella Cobb. He was a member of Bayou Blue Assembly of God. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving with the 1st Cavalry Division in the Korean War. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a retired construction foreman for E.B. Ludwig in Kenner. Samart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 3, 2001 Otis John Bourg Sr. Otis John Bourg Sr., 94, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001 . Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. today at St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. He is survived by one son, Dr. Otis Bourg Jr., O.D. of Houma; one daughter, Juanita Bourg Tucker of New Orleans; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Belaire Bourg; his parents, Edwin and Catherine Carlos Bourg; and one son, Judge Baron Bourg. He was a retired realtor and was a member of Elks and Houmas Carnival Club. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. October 3, 2001 Casey Lee Chaisson Casey Lee Chaisson, 13, a native of Houma and resident of Pointe-aux-Chenes, died at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 1 to 10 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial in St. Charles Cemetery in Pointe-aux-Chenes. He is survived by his parents, Wilfred Joseph Chaisson Jr. and Rosalee Brunet Chaisson of Pointe-aux-Chenes; four brothers, Christopher Chaisson, Nicholas Chaisson, Jacob Chaisson, and Derrick Chaisson, all of Pointe-aux-Chenes; one sister, Victoria Chaisson Parfait of Pointe-aux-Chenes; and his grandparents, Ernest and Ophelia Brunet and Wilfred and Jane Chaisson, of Pointe-aux-Chenes. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jarred Chaisson and J ustin Chaisson. He was a seventh-grade student at Montegut Middle School and played football for T.P.R. Bayou Hurricane No. 49. October 3, 2001 Jarred Michael Chaisson Jarred Michael Chaisson, 11, a native of Houma and resident of Pointe-aux-Chenes, died at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 1 to 10 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial in St. Charles Cemetery in Pointe-aux-Chenes. He is survived by his parents, Wilfred Joseph Chaisson Jr. and Rosalee Brunet Chaisson of Pointe-aux-Chenes; four brothers, Christopher Chaisson, Nicholas Chaisson, Jacob Chaisson and Derrick Chaisson, all of Pointe-aux-Chenes; one sister, Victoria Chaisson Parfait of Pointe-aux-Chenes; and his grandparents, Ernest and Ophelia Brunet and Wilfred and Jane Chaisson of Pointe-aux-Chenes. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Justin Chaisson and Casey Chaisson. He was a fourth-grade student at Pointe-aux-Chenes Elementary School and played football for T.P.R. Rajun Cajun No. 31. October 3, 2001 Justin Louis Chaisson Justin Louis Chaisson, 10, a native of Houma and resident of Pointe-aux-Chenes, died at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 1 to 10 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial in St. Charles Cemetery in Pointe-aux-Chenes. He is survived by his parents, Wilfred Joseph Chaisson Jr. and Rosalee Brunet Chaisson of Pointe-aux-Chenes; four brothers, Christopher Chaisson, Nicholas Chaisson, Jacob Chaisson, and Derrick Chaisson, all of Pointe-aux-Chenes; one sister, Victoria Chaisson Parfait of Pointe-aux-Chenes; and his grandparents, Ernest and Ophelia Brunet and Wilfred and Jane Chaisson of Pointe-aux-Chenes. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jarred Chaisson and Casey Chaisson. He was a fourth-grade student at Pointe-aux-Chenes Elementary School and played football for T.P.R. Rajun Cajun No. 21. October 3, 2001 Michael J. "Beaver" Haydel Michael J. "Beaver" Haydel, 51, a native of Schriever and resident of Norco, died at 12:13 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Bridget Catholic Church. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Haydel; one daughter, Michelle Susan Cheramie Haydel; one brother, Robert C. Haydel; two sisters, Wynona Squires and Julie Skains; one stepdaughter, Nikki Marie Cheramie Richard; and friend, C arla Bergeron. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Haydel Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Babin Sr. He was a brother of Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 3, 2001 Conrad P. "Shorty" Serigny Conrad P. "Shorty" Serigny, 66, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Leeville, died at 5:50 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001. Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. to funeral time today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be at 3 p.m. today at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Lois Griffin Serigny; one brother, Stoney Serigny Sr.; and one sister, Jeanette S. Cheramie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Sr. and Augusta Matherne Serigny; one daughter, Margaret Marie Serigny; three brothers, Linton, Lawrence Jr., and Houston Serigny; and one sister, Dolores Meacom. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. October 4, 2001 Beverly Jean Ledford Ammons Beverly Jean Ledford Ammons, 59, a native of Baltimore, Md., and resident of Bayou Blue, died at 2:20 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001. A Memorial Service will held from noon to 5 p.m. Friday at New Horizon at 713 Hwy. 182 in Houma. She is survived by her husband, William "Bill" Ammons of Bayou Blue; two sons, Ed Corbin and wife, Lisa of West Minister, Md., and Dave Corbin and wife, Carol of Baker, Fla.; five daughters, Ginnie Mercer and husband, Dave, Cherlye Corbin of Houma, Michele Clark and partner, Susan, Becky Robinson and husband, Al of Baltimore, Md., and Bobbi Silesky and husband, Jeffrey of Manchester, Md.; two sisters, Alice Hendricksen of Homasassa, Fla. and Marian Phenes of Brooksville, Fla.; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Author Marion Ledford and Ruth Adams Ledford; one daughter, Elsie Clark; one brother, Author Ledford, Jr.; and two sisters, Janice Ledford and Janette Ledford. She was a homemaker. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society. October 4, 2001 Eva Brown Gaither Eva Brown Gaither, 98, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 2:33 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home Chapel. Wake Services will be at 8 p.m. Friday at St. Luke Baptist Church in Dularge. Services will be at noon Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two daughters, Leotha G. Jones and Rosa Lee Charles; 22 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and 25 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleveland C. Gaither; her parents, the Rev. Augustus Brown and Victoria Brown; four sons, Cleveland Gaither II, Samuel Gaither, Augustus Gaither, and Willie W. Gaither; and two brothers, the Rev. Daniel Brown and Samuel Brown. She was a member of St. Luke Baptist Church. She was a homemaker. October 4, 2001 Rosite Rebstock Guilbeau Rosite Rebstock Guilbeau, 97, a native of Leeville and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in the church mausoleum. She is survived by three sons, Eddie J. Guilbeau Jr., Anthony J. Guilbeau Sr. and Roger J. Guilbeau Sr.; three daughters, Irene Guilbeau Potts, Hattie Guilbeau Harvey, and Leocade Guilbeau Terrebonne; one brother, Sidney Rebstock; one sister Louisa Rebstock Orgeron; 20 grandchildren; 39 great- grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie J. Guilbeau Sr.; her parents, Armand and Emelie Dantin Rebstock; three brothers, George Rebstock Sr., Rosalus Rebstock Sr. and Edward Rebstock; one sister, Georgette Rebstock Esponge; and two grandchildren. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church. October 4, 2001 Gilbert "Ge" Anthony Guillot Gilbert "Ge" Anthony Guillot, 74, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. John Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, Christopher "Chris' Anthony Guillot; one brother, Francis Guillot; and three sisters, Rita Usey, Iva Mae Clement, and Barbara LeBlanc. He was preceded in death by his wife, Olivia Clement Guillot; his parents, Leonce and Nela Hidalgo Guillot; and three brothers, Earl, Wilbert and William Guillot. He was a Veteran of WWII and member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 597. October 4, 2001 Barbara Griffin Theriot Barbara Griffin Theriot, 60, a native of Grand Isle and resident of Lockport, died at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 11 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Savior Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Abel Theriot Jr; her mother, Henrietta Barthelmy Griffin Lafont; one son, Michael Theriot Sr.; five daughter s, Wanda Theriot, Aline Terrebonne, Rebecca Robbins, Darlene Matherne, and Sheila Juarez; one brother, Jim Griffin; five sisters, Elma Avery, Emalie Mayet, Earlene Griffin, Jeanette Orgeron, and Brenda Griffin; 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, John Junior Griffin; her step-father, Adam Lafont; and two brothers, Sherman Griffin and Forest Griffin. She was a member of 10 Point Buck Hunting Club. October 5, 2001 Edward Brumfield Edward Brumfield, 73, a native of Osyka, Miss. and resident of Thibodaux, died Monday, Oct. 1, 2001. Visitation will be from noon until funeral time Saturday at Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial in Morristown Benevolent Cemetery in Raceland. He is survived by his wife, Lillie Brumfield of Thibodaux; one son, Charles Brumfield of North Carolina; three daughters, Barbara Wooden of Napoleonville, Mary Dean and Patricia Jones, both of New Orleans; one brother, Fred Brumfield, of Bogalusa; one sister, Lula Martin of Miss.; 11 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Irene McGee Brumfield; two sons, Larry and Paul Brumfield; two brothers, Tinedh and Dwey Brumfield; three sisters, Mamie Johnson, Ella Mae Carr and Bernice Hill; and one grandchild. October 5, 2001 The Rev. Bertha R. Clay The Rev. Bertha R. Clay, 61, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Monroe, died Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Luke Baptist Church in Big Bayou Black. Funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son, Henry Steven Williams and wife, Rochelle; four daughters, Andrea Hall of Atlanta, Ga., Ann Wheeler and husband, William, and Claudette Clay all of Monroe, and Paulette Clay, of Dallas, Texas; four brothers, Lloyd, Raymond, Larry and Rineys Ruffin; and five sisters, Onita Harris, Geraldine Williams, Betty Coleman, Shirley Franklin, and Carolyn Coleman; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Will Clay; her parents, James and Bernice Ringold Ruffin; four brothers, James, Ervin, Alton and Carl Ruffin; and one sister, Gertrude Howard. She was a member of St. Luke Baptist Church. October 5, 2001 Mable Skeens Clay Mable Skeens Clay, 77, a native of El Dorado, Ark. and resident of Camden, Ark., died Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Proctor Funeral Home in Camden, Ark. Funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Cullendale First Baptist Church in Camden with burial in Mt. Horeb Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Joel Wesley Clay; three daughters, Myrna and husband, Jim Padgett of Spring, Texas, Sharon Dugan of Lafayette, and Pam and Gene Cooper of The Woodlands, Texas; eight grandchildren, Michael, Evelyn and Richard Aue, Jason and Travis Cooper, Dawn Galliano, Anne Reid, and Holly Dugan; six great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Daisy Merritt, Rosie Milner, and Helen Bearden. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph B. Skeens and Annie Mae Roberson; and four brothers, Claude Perry, Arthur Skeens, O.C. Skeens, and Tab Perry. Proctor Funeral Home in Camden, Arkansas is in charge of arrangements. October 5, 2001 Clyde Curtis Johnson Clyde Curtis Johnson, 76, a resident of Magnolia, Miss., died Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. Services are scheduled for 2 p.m. today at Hartman Funeral Home in McComb, Miss., with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery in Summit, Miss. He is survived by his wife, Causie Lee Brown Johnson of Magnolia; two sons, Rayford and wife, Karla Johnson of Magnolia, and Richard and wife, Kathy Stewart of Houma; one daughter, Hilda Sue Johnson, of Houma; one brother, Versie Johnson of Baton Rouge; one sister, Bessie Kyzar of Baton Rouge; seven grandchildren, Causie Renae and James Michael Zeigler of Magnolia, Brandi and Ron Hayes of Lafayette, Richard Stewart and Ryan Stewart of Foxworth, Miss., Malinda Kay Johnson of Magnolia, Hank Sav in and Danielle Savin, both of Houma; three great-grandchildren, Micah Boe Zeiglar, Custin Lee Zeiglar, and Christy and Brandon Bourgeois, all of Magnolia; and one great-great-grandchild, Brandon Jacque Bourgeois of Magnolia. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, four sisters, and one granddaughter, Melissa Johnson. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. Hartman Funeral Home of McComb Miss. is in charge of arrangements. October 5, 2001 Elizabeth (Bessie) Mae Parker Joseph Elizabeth (Bessie) Mae Parker Joseph, a native and resident of Schriever, died Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to funeral time today at Magnolia United Methodist Church on Johnson Ridge. Funeral services will be at 8 p.m. today at the church. Dismissal services will be at noon Saturday at the church with burial in Half Way Cemetery in Gray. She is survived by her former husband, Sidney Joseph Sr.; five children, Sidney Joseph Jr. and Sandra Tucker of Schriever, Roland Joseph and Wanda Young of Houma, and Debra Ireland of Thibodaux; two adopted daughters, Andrea Hayes and Lauren Harris of Gray, two sisters, Margie Williams and Emma Brown of Schriever; one brother, William Parker of Thibodaux; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Michael Joseph; four brothers, Richard Parker, Leo Joseph, Wil lie Parker, and Clarence Parker Sr.; and one sister, Mable Parker. She was a choir member of Magnolia United Methodist Church. October 5, 2001 Newton Joseph Mason Newton Joseph Mason, 85, a native of Morgan City and resident of Monticello, Miss., died at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in St. Anthony Cemetery. He is survived by one son, Lloyd Bergeron Sr. of Monticello; one daughter, Margaret Rayborn of Leesburg, Fla.; and one brother, William Mason of Morgan City. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ada Pitre Bergeron Mason; his parents, Joseph Mason and Victoria Percle Mason; one brother, Julius Mason; and two sisters, Della Mason Hebert and Irene Mason Cronier. He was a U.S. Army Veteran during World War II. October 5, 2001 Leonard Tyler Leonard Tyler, 68, a native of Mora and resident of Thibodaux, died at 11:35 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church in Thibodaux with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray. He is survived by his wife, Inez Thomas Tyler; one son, Perry Tyler; one daughter, Pamela Tyler Pratt; one sister, Pearl Tyler; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Tyler and Della Smith Tyler; one daughter, Cristine Tyler; one brother, Andrew Tyler; and one sister, Lillie Bell Thomas. October 7, 2001 Irvin Babin Irvin Joseph Babin, 75, a native and resident of Raceland, died Friday, Oct. 5, 2001, at 7:05 p.m. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the church, followed by burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Marguerite Guidry Babin; two sons, Martin and John Babin; two daughters, Ann Crosby and Jan Erwin; a brother, Norris Babin, and one grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felicien and Annie Breaux Babin; a brother, Wilbur Babin; a sister, Ethel Danos, and a grandchild. Falgout Funeral Homes of Raceland is in charge of arrangements. October 7, 2001 Ernie Bonvillain Ernie Joseph Bonvillain, 75, a native and resident of Houma, died Friday, Oct. 5, 2001, at 4:40 p.m. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Annunziata Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at the church, followed by burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Rita Louise Bonvilla in; a son, Michael Bonvillain and wife, Teresha Bonvillain of Picayune, Miss.; two daughters, Susan Boudreaux of League City, Texas, and Mrs. Barry (Karen) Landry of Houma; two sisters, Mrs. J.D. (Juanita) Rhodes and Loretta Ahlf; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Columbus and Lillian Hebe rt Bonvillain; three brothers, Herman, O'Neil and Russell Bonvillain; and two sisters, Lillian Boudreaux and Doris Bonvillain. He was a retired welder from Houma Boat Works, and a former detective for the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office. He was an usher at Annunziata Catholic Church, a U.S. Army World War II veteran, and a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church. Arrangements are handled by the Chauvin Funeral Home. October 7, 2001 Anna Dardar Anna Agatha Dardar, 73, a native of Montegut and resident of Isle de Jean Charles, died Friday, Oct. 5, 2001, at 6:28 a.m. Visitation will be from noon until 10 p.m. Sunday, and 8 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Pointe-aux-Chenes Fire Station. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Church in Montegut, followed by burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Benny, Robert and Harry Dardar Jr.; a daughter, Clarine LeCompte; two brothers, Father Rock Naquin and Victor Naquin; two sisters, Emma Dardar and Bridgette Brunet; 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Dardar Sr.; her parents, Joseph and Adorina Naquin; two daughters, Laise Dardar and Infant Marie Dardar; and a brother, Christopher Naquin. She was a Catholic and a Cursillo member. She was a homemaker. Samart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 7, 2001 Jennie Mortensen Jennie Elizabeth Boren Mortensen, 59, a native of Little Rock, Ark., and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001, at 9:25 p.m. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until funeral time Monday at the Chauvin Funeral Home. Religious services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at the Latter Day Saints Church, followed by burial in New Hope Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, John Payne and Henry Mortensen of Houma; three daughters, Evelyn Trahan of Houma, Jennifer Grant of North Little Rock, Ark., and Jeanelle Scott of Bayou Blue; two brothers, Jerry Russell of Little Rock and Ben Boren of Atlanta; a sister, Gloria Shellnutt of Little Rock; and nine grandchildren, Jesse Taylor, Joel Taylor, Paul Trahan, Francis Grant, Rachel Grant, Johnathan Grant, Katelin Scott, Kristopher Scott and Koben Scott. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ben England Boren and Frances Marion Lieb Boren. She was a retired custodian for the Latter Day Saints Church, a member of the S alvation Army, and a parishioner of the Latter Day Saints Church. Arrangements are handled by the Chauvin Funeral Home. October 7, 2001 Clemmie Morvant Clemmie Hawkins Morvant, 82, a native of Mississippi and resident of Chackbay, died Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday, and 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, followed by burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by a son-in-law, David Lajaunie; a daughter, Cynthia Morvant Lajaunie; one brother; three sisters; three grandchildren, Jared, Angelle and Brittany Lajaunie; and one great-grandson, Christian Lajaunie. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harris "Jim" Morvant; and her parents, Preston and Irene Smith Hawkins. October 7, 2001 Gerald Rodrigue Gerald Paul Rodrigue, 57, a native of New Orleans and resident of Luling, died Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001, at 8 a.m. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday, at the Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Religious services will be held noon Monday at the funeral home, followed by burial in St. Charles Cemetery in Luling. He is survived by his wife, Malinda Breaux Rodrigue; his mother, Louise Lirette Rodrigue; two sons, Kevin and Kip Rodrigue; a d aughter, Kim Rodrigue; a brother, Dallas Louviere; and a sister, Arizona Adams. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilmer Rodrigue Sr.; and a brother, Wilmer Rodrigue Jr. October 7, 2001 Eliska Schaff Eliska "Billie" Theriot Schaff, 79, a native and resident of Paincourtville, died Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001, at 10 a.m. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday at the Landry Funeral Home in Napoleonville and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday, at St. Elizabeth's Church in Paincourtville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 10 a.m. at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Carl Schaff Sr.; four sons, Carl Jr., John, Michael and David Schaff; two daughters, Anna Maria Adams and Melanie Miller; a brother, William Theriot; a sister, Eunice Clause; 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claiborne Jr. and Aloysia Landry Theriot; a daughter, Annette Lee; a brother, Dr. Eugene Theriot; and a sister, Phyllis Theriot. She was an Avon representative for 40 years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice or the American Cancer Society. October 8, 2001 Hilda Dumont Blanchard Hilda Dumont Blanchard, 80, a native of Chauvin and resident of Houma, died at 10:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Gregory Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in Terrrebonne Memorial Park Cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Minus Blanchard and wife, Patricia (Pat) Blanchard, Terry Blanchard and wife, Flora (Flo) Blanchard, and Mannuel Blanchard Sr. and wife Karen, all of Houma; three daughters, Martha Blanchard Savoie, Mrs. Raymond (Hazel Blanchard) Acosta Sr., of Houma; and Mrs. Steve (Hilda Blanchard) Didier of Orlando, Fla.; two brothers, Luby Dumont, and Harry Dumont and wife, Anna Lee Dumont of Chauvin; two sisters, Mrs. Charles (Eula) Monroe, and Mrs. Anthony (Lena) Trahan of Chauvin, 21 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Preston Blanchard; her parents, Michel Dumont and Marie DuBois Dumont; one daughter, Evelyn Blanchard; and one grandson, Raymond Acosta Jr. She was a homemaker and member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxillary Unit No. 380, member of Knights of Columbus Auxillary Unit No. 6170 at St. Gregory, and a member of the Catholic Daughters of America. She was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Leukemia Society of America, 600 3rd Avenue, New York City, N.Y. 10016 or American Cancer Society, 152 N. Hollywood Road, Houma, La. 70364 October 8, 2001 Blanche Babin Champagne Blanche Babin Champagne, 87, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Mary 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 two sons, Leroy Champagne and Harold Champagne; one daughter, Mrs. James (Catherine) C. Hebert; one brother, Alcee Babin; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pierre Champagne; her parents, Louis and Armentine Robichaux Babin; four brothers, Alcest Babin Sr., Alcide Babin, Sidney Babin, and Louis Babin, Jr.; and two sisters, Marie B. Duet, and Ella B. Foret. She was a member of St. Mary's Ladies Altar Society and a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church. October 8, 2001 Leonise Terrebonne Cheramie Lenoise Terrebonne Cheramie, 80, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano, died at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. Mass was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at the church with burial in the Cheramie cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Larry G. Cheramie and Tommy P. Cheramie; one daughter, Dorothy Cherami e Auseve; three brothers, Joseph Julian Terrebonne, Michel Terrebonne, and Lorris Terrebonne; one sister, Nancy Terrebonne Danos; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Davis Frederick Cheramie; her parents, Diddier and Cleonise Cheramie Terrebonne; one daughter, Louverda Cheramie; three brothers, Eddie Terrebonne, Diddier Terrebonne Jr., and Alcia Terrebonne; and one sister, Josephine Terrebonne. She was a member of the Galliano Senior Citizens. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. October 8, 2001 Leola (Nonnie) G. Cinquemani Leola (Nonnie) G. Cinquemani, 91, a native and resident of Houma, died Friday, Oct. 5, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in Metairie Cemetery in Metairie. She is survived by two brothers, Alvin and Ishmael Guidry; and one sister, Dorothy Bonnette. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Leo Cinquemani; her second husband, Phil Cinquemani; her parents, Isacc and Blanche Guidry; one brother, Aaron Guidry; and one sister, Beatrice Townsend. October 8, 2001 Joseph "Joe" A. Gisclair Joseph "Joe" A. Gisclair, 79, a native and resident of Larose, died at 3:19 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Mass will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Winnie Adams Gisclair; one son, Bob A. Gisclair; two daughters, Loretta Legendre and Paula Colonge; three brothers, Alton, Duroc and Allen Gisclair; one sister, Gernice Bourg; two step-sisters, Gloria Terrebonne and Mary Ann Filinich; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Noah and Lacretia Cheramie Gisclair; one brother, Morrison Gisclair; and one stepsister, Dolores Gisclair. He was a W.W. II Army Veteran; and a commercial shrimper. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Church. October 8, 2001 Willis Ernest Kilpatrick Sr. Willis Ernest "Ernie" Kilpatrick Sr., 69, a native of Philadelphia, Miss. and resident of Houma, died at 11:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Edwina A. Yowell Kilpatrick of Houma; two sons, Willis Earnest Kilpatrick Jr. of Houma, and Lee Malcolm Kilpatrick of Crowley; three sisters, Earline Kilpatrick Pittman of Utica, Mi ss., Bernice Kilpatrick Dees of Philadelphia, Miss., and Johnnie Kilpatrick Adkins of Houma; four grandchildren, Sandra K. Morris, William E. Kilpatrick of Houma, Stephen M. Kilpatrick, and Stacy E. Kilpatrick of Crowley. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lemmie Malcolm Kilpatrick and Pearl Musgrove Kilpatrick. He was a retired truckline operator for Kilpatrick Trucking, and was a oilfield tool pusher for 20 years. He was former owner of Stop-N-Shop Grocery in Dulac, and former owner of Big Chief Trawling Company and owner/operator of Kilpatrick Trucking. He was a U.S. Korean War Veteran. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 8, 2001 John Percle John Hebert Percle, 83, a native and resident of Choupic, died at 5:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Chackbay. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Leonise Chiasson Percle; one son, Benny Percle; two daughters, Kate Wolf and Joan Percle; one brother, Fernande Percle; two sisters, Inez Guidry and Alice Richard; seven grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Octave and Marie Darden Percle; one son, Steve Percle; two brothers, Charles and Robert Percle; and five s isters, Blanche Oncale, Rose Percle, Marie Percle, Anna Marie Gaudet and Modest Chiasson. October 8, 2001 Willie White Willie (Marshall) White, 72, a native of Houma and resident of Bayou Dularge, died at 9:23 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the chapel with burial in New Rising Sun Baptist Church Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Vivian White of Houma; two sons, Marshall and Cedric White of Houma; two daughters, Shannon White of Lithonia, Ga., and Loretta Batiste of Houma; two brothers, Royal (Ora Mae) White of Houma, and Charles (Marie) White of Chicago, Ill.; two sisters, Delores and Doris White of Bayou Dularge; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Octavia White; two brothers, Duncan White and John White Jr.; and one sister, Eloise Gathen. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, and was a retired parking lot attendant. October 9, 2001 Curtis C. Chauffe II Curtis C. Chauffe II, 46, a native and resident of Breaux Bridge, died Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at United Methodist Church in Golden Meadow. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Cut Off. He is survived by his wife, Christin e Griffin Chauffe; two sons, Curtis Charles Chauffe III and Joshua James Chauffe; his parents, Curtis Charles and Marianne Greig Chauffe; his grandmother, Paula Girouard Greig; one brother, Greig Chauffe; and two sisters, Suzanne Tullia and Mitzy C. Savoie. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, T.P. and Doris Chauffe and Malcom Greig; and one niece, Michael Lynn Tullia. He was a cross-country truck driver. October 9, 2001 Mae Rose DeMario Gamble Mae Rose DeMario Gamble, 82, a native of Carbon County, Pa., and resident of Houma died at 2:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001. Burial will be in Marietta National Cemetery in Marietta, Ga. She is survived by one son, Dr. Robert Gamble, M.D. of Houma; and three grandchildren, Laura Gamble, Kristian Gamble and Courtney Gamble, all of Houma. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Gamble; her parents, George DeMario and Sue Ruffulo DeMario; one brother, Dominick Ruffulo and one sister, Roziland DeMario. She was a homemaker. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 9, 2001 Jailyn Alaina Harris Jailyn Alaina Harris, infant, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma died Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001. Graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. She is survived by her parents, Joseph Jr. and Vanessa Harris; her grandparents , Joseph Sr. and Yvonne Harris, Daniel and Theresa Smith, and Lawrence Draper. October 9, 2001 Ray Charles Legendre Sr. Ray Charles Legendre Sr., 66, a native of Raceland and resident of Mathews died at 5 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Gheens with burial in Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. He is survived by his wife, Earline LeBouef Legendre; three sons, Jason Legendre, Ray Legendre Jr., and Paul Legendre; one daughter, Cheryl L. Folse; one brother, Leonce Legendre Jr.; three sisters, Doris L. Matherne, Hilda L. Chiasson, and Lois L. Larousse; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonce Legendre Sr. and Bernadette Chauvin Legendre; and two sisters, Dorothy L. Doucet and Grace Legendre. He was a retired employee of Raceland Sugars with 35 years of service and was a U.S. Navy Veteran. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 349 of Raceland. October 9, 2001 Doris Marie Gaudet Ponthieux Doris Marie Gaudet Ponthieux, 73, a native of Lockport, former resident of Metairie and resident of Houma, died at 10:58 a.m. Monday, Oct. 8, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 9 a .m. to funeral time Wednesday at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel in Metairie. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Chapel with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Keith Ponthieux of Benicia, Calif., Wayne Ponthieux of Houma, and Paul Ponthieux of Honolulu, Hawaii; two brothers, Eugene Gaudet of Patterson and Lionel Gaudet of Westwego; three sisters, Alice Gaudet Patterson of Baton Rouge, Mildred Gaudet Hill of Gretna, and Lucille Gaudet Melancon of Baton Rouge; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent John Ponthieux; her parents, Felix and Roseman Rock Gaudet; and brothers and sisters. She was former owner of Kin-Way Day Care Center. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in Metairie is in charge of arrangements. October 9, 2001 Rosa L. Thibodeaux Rosa L. Thibodeaux, 92, a native and resident of Plattenville, died at 10:45 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001. Visitation was scheduled from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Assumption Catholic Church in Plattenville. Mass was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one sister, Celine T. Simoneaux; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emile and Rachel Templet Thibodeaux; three brothers, Anore, Luke and Frank Thibodeau x; and two sisters, Anaise Thibodeaux and Jeanne T. Giroir. She was a lifetime member of the Assumption Catholic Lady's Altar Society. October 10, 2001 Richard "T-Cooch" Adams Richard "T-Cooch" Adams, 35, a native of Galliano and resident of Larose, died at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose. Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Debbie Bourg Adams; his mother, Leola Dubois Adams; two sons, Joey and Kendall Bourg; two stepsons, Patrick Adams and Teddy Adams Jr.; two step-daughters, Ashley Ann Adams and Jessica Marie Bourg; one brother, Dwayne Adams; and three sisters, Susan Adams, Elaine Johnson and Judy Traigle. He was preceded in death by his father, Morris Anthony Adams. He was an avid fisherman. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Church. October 10, 2001 Justine Madeline Dardar Dardar Justine Madeline Dardar Dardar, 73, a native and resident of Isle de Jean Charles, died at 8:14 a.m. Monday, Oct. 8, 2001. Visitation will be from 2 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Live Oak Baptist Church in Pointe-aux-Chenes. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in Bisland Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Loney Joseph Dardar Sr. of Isle de Jean Charles; two sons, Walton E. Dardar and Loney J. Dardar Jr. of Isle de Jean Charles; one daughter, Antoinette Naquin of Bourg; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Atienne Dardar and Ellen Verdin Dardar; one daughter, Joyce Scott; four brothers, Harry Dardar, Sylvester Billio, Willie Dardar and Thomas Dardar; and five sisters, Alce'e Dardar, Thelma Dardar, Antoinette Verdin, Maylee Billiot and Heather Naquin. She was a homemaker. She was a parishioner of Live Oak Baptist Church. October 10, 2001 James Ibel Morel Sr. James Ibel Morel Sr., 60, a native of New Orleans and resident of Raceland, died at 5:55 p.m. Monday Oct. 8, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from noon until 2:45 p.m. Friday at the Chapel of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott, New Orleans. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2:45 p.m. Friday at the funeral home chapel. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1027 Hwy. 308, Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Diana Gieseler Morel; his father, Ibel Morel; two sons, James Ibel Morel Jr. and Matthew L. Morel; one daughter, Emma M. Morel; two daughters-in-law, Amy Lipscomb Morel and Krysta l Glover Morel; one brother, Lynne Morel Harmon; three grandchildren, Jeanne Morel, Christopher Morel and Alex Morel; two brothers-in-law, John Harmon and Karl Mysing; two sisters-in-law, Karen Mysing and Sharon Reynaud; and his father- and mother-in-law, Robert and Carol Gieseler. He was preceded in death by his mother, May Rose Voissement Morel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Southeast Louisiana Hospice, 210 Mystic Blvd., Houma, LA 70360 or the American Cancer Society, preferred. Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, is in charge of arrangements. October 10, 2001 Catherine Roundtree Trosclair Catherine Roundtree Trosclair, 78, a native of Schriever and resident of Thibodaux died at 1:15 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Landry's Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, William "Butsy" Jr. and Murray J. Trosclair; one daughter, Kathryn T. Breaux; one sister, Madelyn Daigle; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William H. "Bill" Trosclair Sr.; her parents, John J. and Bertha Adams Roundtree; and seven sisters, Amiee Bergeron, Stella Daigle, Celine Adams, Anna Lee Baye, Margaret Babin, Beverly Caillouet and Yvonne Roundtree. October 11, 2001 Jeanette Serigny Cheramie Jeanette Serigny Cheramie, 64, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001. Services will be at 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Whiley Cheramie, one son, Trace Cheramie; two daughters, Jade Tommeraas and Jeanelle Cheramie; one brother, Stoney Serigny Sr.; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence Sr. and Augusta Matherne Serigny; four brothers, Linton, Lawrence Jr., Houston and Conrad Serigny; and one sister, Dolores Meacom. October 11, 2001 Alvin P. Hebert Alvin P. Hebert, 66, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, died at 1:06 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Lapeyrouse Hebert of Chauvin; two sons, Glynn M. and James P. Hebert, both of Chauvin; two daughters, Amy H. Chauvin of Luling and Jan Hebert of Chauvin; one brother, Nolan Hebert of Chauvin; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rosali s and Agnes White Hebert; and one brother, Clyde Hebert Sr. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. October 11, 2001 Odellia Ray Lewis Starling Odellia Ray Lewis Starling, 77, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 5:10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001. Visitation will be from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday at Gertrude Geddes-Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Services will be at 8 p.m. Friday at Christ Missionary Baptist Church on La. 311. Dismissal services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in Christ Baptist Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Joe Lewis of Houston, Texas, and Bennie L. Starling Jr. of Houma; three daughters, Laura B. Lewis and Sandra Lewis, both of Houston, and Arlene Lewis of Houma; one brother, The Rev. Damon Ray of Houston; one sister, Alma Scott of Houma; 35 grandchildren; 81 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Lewis Sr.; her parents, James and Priscillia Ray; one son, Willie Lewis Jr.; one daughter, Eva Mae Lewis; and two brothers, Clarence Ray Sr. and Earl Kenney. She was a Mother of the Church and a member of Grand Calanthe Lodge and was a retired cook. She was a member of Christ Missionary Baptist Church. October 12, 2001 Norman John Boudreaux Norman John Boudreau x, 79, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died at 4:20 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Napoleonville. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Elsie Simoneaux Boudreaux; three sons, Dale, Ricky and Neal Boudreaux; one daughter, Lisa Walton; two brothers, Raymond and Patrick Boudreaux; three sisters, Lillian McGee, L orraine Thibodaux and Delores Capello; 14 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Agney and Louise Talbot Boudreaux; one son, Bryan Boudreaux; three brothers, Hermon, Richard and Charles Boudreaux; and one sister, Doris Hebert. October 12, 2001 Ella Delaune David Bourgeois Ella Delaune David Bourgeois, 84, a native of White Castle and resident of Labadieville, died at 10:50 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Raymond Curtis Bourgeois and Robert David; two daughters, Elizabeth "Betty" Falgout and Ellen Marie Ledet; two brothers, Joseph and Murray Delaune; two sisters, Bella Cancienne and Jeanette Cavet; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her second husband, Scuddy Bourgeois and her first husband, Herlin David; her parents, Leonce and Louise Hebert Delaune; and two brothers, Paul and Warren Delaune. October 12, 2001 Priscilla Ann Landry Priscilla Ann Landry, 43, a native of Vacherie and resident of Chackbay, died at 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Chackbay. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Huey Paul Landry; her mother, Olga Klibert Gravois; three daughters, Dawn L. Hebert, Julia Landry and Christie Landry; one brother, Raymond Gravois Jr., one sister, Jaymon Thomas; and one grandchild. She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Gravois. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Chackbay. October 12, 2001 Albert "Nan" Jean Batiste LeBlanc Albert "Nan" Jean Batiste LeBlanc, 95, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 3:25 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.O. and Josephine Allemand LeBlanc; five brothers, Alphonse Sr., Abel, Avie, Anatole and Arthur LeBlanc; and four sisters, Anita Guidry, Alcina Ford, Alice LeBlanc and Angel LeForest. He was a World War II army veteran. October 12, 2001 Rebecca McQueen Rebecca McQueen, 28, a native of Jefferson Parish and resident of St. Tammy Parish died at 4:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home in Houma, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Louis Catholic Church in Bayou Blue. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in Rogers Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her mother and stepfather, Jennifer and Edward Matherne; one son, William "Billy" McQueen Jr.; and three sisters, Janel Oestricher, Lacey Matherne and Margo Blum. She was preceded in death by her father, Eldridge Emboulas III. She was an employee of Wal-Mart in Convington. October 12, 2001 James Ibel Morel Sr. James Ibel Morel Sr., 60, a native of New Orleans and resident of Raceland, died at 5:55 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8, 2001. A funeral Mass is scheduled for today at 2:45 p.m. at the Chapel of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott, New Orleans. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Charles Borromeo Cathol ic Church, 1027 Hwy. 308, Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Diana Gieseler Morel; his father, Ibel Morel; two sons, James Ibel Morel Jr. and Matthew L. Morel; one daughter, Emma M. Morel; two daughters-in-law, Amy Lipscomb Morel and Krystal Glover Morel; one brother, Lynne Morel Harmon; three grandchildren, Jeanne Morel, Christopher Morel and Alex Morel; two brothers-in-law, John Harmon and Karl Mysing; two sisters-in-law, Karen Mysing and Sharon Reynaud; and his father- and mother-in-law, Robert and Carol Gieseler. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Rose Voissement Morel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Southeast Louisiana Hospic, 210 Mystic Blvd., Houma, LA 70360 or the American Cancer Society, preferred. Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, is in charge of arrangements. October 12, 2001 Lucille Willis Mosely Lucille Willis Mosely, 58, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 2:55 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Greater St. Matthews Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in Crescent Farm Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Dwayne and John Mosely of Houma; four daughters, Deborah Willis Ward, Barbara Willis Westbrook and Ve lma Mosely, all of Houma, and Wilma Mosely of New Orleans; one sister, Janie Mae Willis Taylor of Houma; 16 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Mosely; her parents, George Willis and Janie Sims Willis; two sons, Edward and Gerald Mosely; one daughter, Pauline Mosely; and one brother, Ivory Sims. She was a homemaker. October 12, 2001 Yvette Pellegrin Roddy Yvette Pellegrin Roddy, 79, a native and resident of Chauvin, died at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 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 three sons, Remy Roddy and wife, Karel, of Chauvin, Dennis Roddy Jr. and wife, Sharon, and Adrian Roddy of Houma; three daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Sally) Authement of Grand Caillou, Mrs. Willard (Priscilla) Collins of Bourg and Mrs. Danny (Nancy) Champagne of Houma; two brothers, Ray Pellegrin and Russell Pellegrin of Chauvin; three sisters, Ouida Lirette of Houma, Lois Foret and Meryle Authement of Chauvin; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Joseph Roddy Sr.; her parents, Evest Paul Pellegrin and Angelle Babin Pellegrin; one granddaughter, Colleen Elizabet h Collins; and one great-grandchild, Christian Champagne. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Joseph Ladies Altar Society and the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. October 12, 2001 Virginia "Jenny" Landry Simoneaux Virginia "Jenny" Landry Simoneaux, 97, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Paincourtville. She is survived by two sons, Charles J. Simoneaux and David L. Simoneaux; one daughter, Virgie Dugruise; one sister, Nellie Savoie; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Simoneaux; her parents, Rudolph Landry and Elvidge Alleman Landry; one infant daughter, Audrey Simoneaux; one brother, Henry Landry; and five sisters, Angeline Caballero, Luce Blanchard, Clemence Aucoin, Ollie Stanley and Anaise Simoneaux. She was a volunteer at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center and a member of the Ladies Alter Society and Catholic Daughters of America. She belonged to the Mothers Club and was a Red Cross Volunteer in Napoleonville. October 13, 2001 Beverly Antoinette Billiot Beverly Antoinette Billiot, 44, a native and resident of Houma, died at 3:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001. Visitation will be from 2 to 10 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery. She is survived by her parents, Eugene Billiot and Selvina Parfait Billiot; one brother, Vincent Parfait of Houma; three sisters, Mrs. Norris (Barbara) Scott, Virginia "Jean" Billiot and Mrs. Junius (Linda) Solet of Houma; one half-siste r, Mrs. Anthony (Margaret) Cantrelle of Larose; and numerous nephews and nieces. October 13, 2001 Harry Matthews Harry Matthews, 57, a native of Gibson and resident of Schriever, died at 2:20 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Community Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church in Gibson. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with burial in Mount Pilgrim Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Johnson Matthews; his stepmother, Rosadell Victorian Matthews of Gibson; two sons, Lloyd Hampton Jr. of North Carolina and Jeremiah Matthews of Schriever; two daughters, Tatia Matthews Carter of Pompano Beach, Fla., and Alaray Robinson of Thibodaux; six brothers, Donald and Michael Matth ews of Gibson, Alfred Lee Matthews of Houston, Texas; the Rev. Cary Matthews of Schriever, Jerome Matthews of Dularged Raymond Victorian of Vacherie; five sisters, Zona Jackson, Wenolyn Williams and Viola Lewis of Houma, Dabre White and Clardell Calloway of Gibson; two grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, brothers-in laws, sisters-in-laws and relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mack Oliver Matthews and Marion Brown Matthews; two sons, Harold Dwayne Matthews and Harry Matthews Jr.; one brother, Burnell Matthews and one sister, Carolyn Victorian. He was an electrician. He was a member of Montegut Full Gospel Church. October 14, 2001 Verlene Oubre Verlene Rodrigue Oubre, 57, a native of Chackbay and a resident of Geismar, died at 11:43 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Monday with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her companion, Greg Smith; two sons, Rowdy and Gabriel Oubre; a daughter, Russella LeBlanc; a brother, Russell Rodrigue; two sisters, Ruby Lemoine and Verna Gaubert; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Nobia Martin Rodrigue; and a brother, Preston Rodrigue. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a mass b e held in her name or donations to the American Heart Association. October 15, 2001 Jane Anne Falgout Adams Jane Anne Falgout Adams, 76, a native and resident of Larose, died at 11:42 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to midnight today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Larose. Mass will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Patrick E. Adams; one son, Teddy P. Adams Sr.; one brother, Floyd Falgout; one half brother, Wiley Falgout; one sister, Hazel Matherne; two half sisters, Genevia Melancon and Cheryl Falgout; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilken A. and Victory Melancon Falgout; one brother, Lloyd Falgout; one half brother, Roland Falgout; and one sister, Shirley Garivaldi. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. October 15, 2001 Josephine Bananto Cartozzo Josephine Bananto Cartozzo, 101, a native of Raceland and resident of Thibodaux and formerly of Algiers and Baton Rouge, died at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary's Nativity Church in Raceland with burial in the church cemetery. She was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel James Cartozza; her parents, Chita and Rosalie DeJacimo Bananto; one son, James Joseph Catozza Jr.; two brothers, Frank and Sam Bananto; and three sisters, Lena Caimi, Pauline Lala and Anette Brocato. October 15, 2001 Albert Lee Clouse Albert Lee Clouse, 75, a native of Savannah, Mo., and resident of Houma, died at 2:35 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001. No services are scheduled. He is survived by his wife, Marguerite LeBoeuf Clouse of Houma; one son, Kyle Clouse of Houma; and five grandchildren, Allison Rae Clouse, Steven Lee Clouse, Kylynn Jade Clouse, Jayme Guidry and Marcus Schexnayder. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Clouse and Farrie Jessee Clouse; three brothers, Jessee Clouse, Charles Clouse and Frank Clouse; and six sisters, Ollie Thornton, Beryl Blakeslee, Alice Auten, Annie Juhl, Lillian Robinson and Georgia Clouse. He was a retired marine engineer for Meba Marine. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 15, 2001 Bazalise Bruce Crosby Bazalise Bruce Crosby, 85, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 9:20 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church in Cut Off. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in the church mausoleum . She is survived by one son, Surgeon A. Crosby; two daughters, Lou Ann Duplantis and Marilyn Agoff; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one step grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman A. Crosby; her parents, Frank Bruce Sr. and Constantine Danos Bruce; seven brothers, Victor, Frank Jr., Martin, Louis, Wilson, Benoit and Morris Bruce; and three sisters, Emile Dufrene, Angela Bruce and Veronica Adams. She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church. October 15, 2001 Wilton J. Portier Wilton J. Portier, 86, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, died at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Irene Pinell Portier of Chauvin; three sons, Elward Portier of Laplace, Bernard Portier of Thibodaux and Charles Portier of Chauvin; three daughters, Claudette P. Authement of Chauvin, Anna P. Daigle of Houma and Aline P. Truxillo of Raceland; one sister, Lucille Dupre of Chauvin; 22 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clovis J. and Mila White Portier; one son, Mark Portier; six brothers, Trasimond, Wilson, Maurice, Nolan, Clovis and Willard Portier; and one siste r, Louise P. Neil. He enjoyed gardening. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. October 15, 2001 Thaddeus Paul Vice Thaddeus Paul Vice, 90, a native of Bayou DuLarge and resident of Houma, died at 8:07 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home chapel with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. He is survived by his wife, Zulma Ledet Vice; two sons, Floyd Vice and Patrick Vice; two daughters, Melva Pierce and Brenda Tanner; one sister, Lucille Vice Verret; 11 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Vice and Noamie Brien Vice; five brothers, Ollie, Louis, Ivy, Francis and James Vice; and one sister, Blanche Vice Leonard. He was a retired police officer with the Houma City Police for 22 years and was a member of the Woodmen of the World for over 50 years. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, a charter member of the Fraternal Order of Police of Houma, Louisiana Peace Officers Association, Municipal Police Officers Association of Louisiana, Knights of Columbus Camp No. 1317, Woodmen of the World Lodge No. 308, Usher Society of St. Francis de Sales, and Local and National A.A.R.P. He wa s a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Francis de Sales School or St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. October 16, 2001 Clamcy A. Blazio Clamcy A. Blazio, 77, a native and resident of Grand Isle, died at 3:36 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church in Grand Isle. Mass will be at 11 a.m. at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, Romas Blazio; three sisters, Elsie Deffes, Sylvia Hughes, and Alva Chighizola. He was preceded in de ath by his parents, Maxine and Ermine Chighizola Blazio. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church. October 16, 2001 Yvonne "Vonnie" Bethancourt Byers Yvonne "Vonnie" Bethancourt Byers, 76, a native and resident of Houma, died at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Gregory Church with burial in St. Francis No. 1 cemetery. She is survived by five sons, Sidney Bethancourt Jr. of Santa Cruz, Calif., David Bethancourt of Lockport, Frank, Mark and Thomas Bethancourt, all of Houma; three daughters, Lorrie Tabor, Connie Bethancourt, and Martha Theriot all of Houma; two brothers, Ned LeBlanc o f New Orleans and Dan LeBlanc of Houma; three sisters, Erin Landry of Miss., Nan Fakier and Yves Rome both of Houma; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Sidney Bethancourt Sr.; her parents, Abel Joseph and Isabelle Guidry LeBlanc; one son, Matthew Bethancourt; one brother, Abel LeBlanc Jr.; and one sister, Mrs. Meril Pellegrin. She was a retired educator. October 16, 2001 Albert Lee Clouse Albert Lee Clouse, 75, a native of Savannah, Mo., and resident of Houma, died at 2:35 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001. No services are scheduled. He is survived by his wife, Marguerite LeBoeuf of Houma; one son Kyle Clouse and wife, Melanie Comeaux Clouse of Houma; and five grandchildren, Allison Rae Clouse, Steven Lee Clouse, Kylynn Jade Clouse, Jayme Guidry, and Marcus Schexnayder. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Clouse and Farrie Jessee Clouse; three brothers, Jessee Clouse, Charles Clouse and Frank Clouse; and six sisters, Ollie Thornton, Beryl Blakeslee, Alice Auten, Annie Juhl, Lillian Robinson and Georgia Clouse. He was a retired marine engineer for M.E.B.A. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 16, 2001 Thaddeus Engeran Thaddeus Engeran, 93, a native of Houma and resident of Metairie, died at 10:50 a.m. Saturday Oct. 13, 2001. Visitation w ill be from noon to funeral time Wednesday at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd. in Metairie. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the chapel with burial in Greenwood Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Wilheminia Engeran; two sons, Jerald T. Engeran and Michael Engeran; one daughter, Susan Ann Engeran Koerth; three grandchildren, Ginger Leah Engeran, Shawn Weaker, and Randy Koerth; and three great-grandchildren, Jennifer Bellau, Mary Catherine Bellau, and Edmond H. Ganucheau IV. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in Metairie is in charge of arrangements. October 16, 2001 Taylor "Du" Plaisance Taylor "Du" Plaisance, 80, a native of Larose and resident of Bayou Blue, died at 6:40 a.m. Monday, Oct. 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Louis Catholic Church in Bayou Blue. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, Gary Robert Plaisance Sr.; two daughters, Diane Guidry and Sharon Fonseca; two brothers, Eddie Plaisance and Euris Plaisance; four sisters, Claira Belle Gisclair, Earline Bourgeois, Rena Walker, and Anna Belle Savoie; 12 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Sidenstricker Plaisance; his parents, Edmond and Eveline Adams Plaisance; two sons, Harry "Jimmy" Plaisance and Brent Plaisance; one brother, Freddie Plaisance; and two sisters, Francis Bourgeois and Gertie Curole. He was a WWII Army Veteran and was retired from Rebstock Drilling. He was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church. October 16, 2001 Anna L. Robichaux Anna L. Robichaux, 70, a native and resident of Raceland, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Michael Majorie and Stephen Majorie; three daughters, Mary Lynn Balestra, Anna L. Morales, and Stephanie Majorie; two sisters, Doris Godwin and Elaine Robichaux; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Stanislaus and Anna Walker Robichaux; four brothers, David, Philip, Elmo and Dudley Robichaux; and one sister, Rita Toups. She was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church. October 17, 2001 Nolan Allen Sr. Nolan Allen Sr., 73, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 3:45 a.m. Monday, Oct. 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home Chapel, and from 5 to 7:45 p.m. Thursday at Howard Third Zion Travelers Baptist Church in Dul arge, with services at 8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Dismissal services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in Crozier Cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Nolan Allen Jr. and Gregory Allen, both of Houma; two daughters, Judy Henderson of Houma and Brenda Williams of Houston, Texas; one brother, The Rev. James Allen Sr. of Houma; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Olivia Allen; his second wife, Virginia Williams Allen; his parents, John Allen Sr. and Elnora Hawkins Allen; four brothers, Webster Allen, Lloyd Allen, Raymond Allen, and John Allen; and two sisters, Lillie Mae Verrett and Cora Johnson. He was a member of Howard Third Zion Travelers Baptist Church. October 17, 2001 Earl Peter Bergeron Earl Peter Bergeron, 77, a native of Houma and resident of Schriever, died at 4:15 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Bridget Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Erwin (Elaine) Labat of Schriever, and Mrs. Ricky (Linda) Comeaux of Houston, Texas; one brother, James Bergeron of Bridge City; one sister, Gertrude Larousse of Metairie; six grandchildren, Ryan Comeaux, Rikki Nico le Comeaux, Megan Comeaux, Melissa Attar, Rachel Guidry, and Tony Guidry; and seven great-grandchildren, Lyle Hidalgo, Brittany Guidry, Amber Guidry, Barbara Guidry, Angel Attar, Earl Guidry, and Amira Khalil. He was preceded in death by his second wife, Dorthea Savoie Bergeron; his first wife, Mabel J. Bourgeois; his parents, Odia Bergeron and Sadie Ledet Bergeron; and one brother, Gilbert Bergeron. He was a retired supervisor for McDermott Shipyard for 30 years, and was a U.S. Army Veteran during World War II. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 17, 2001 Norman James Cuneo Norman James Cuneo, 61, a native and resident of Houma, died at 3:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001. No visitation scheduled. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. He is survived by his parents, Alvin J. Cuneo and Allie LeBouef Cuneo of Houma; two sons, Bret S. Cuneo and wife, Penny, and Darren P. Cuneo of Houma; one daughter, Amy A. Cuneo of Bogalusa; one brother, Aswell "A.J." Cuneo, one sister-in-law, Barbara Cuneo, both of Lake Jackson, Texas; and three grandchildren, Connor Cuneo, Hannah Cuneo, and Jade Cuneo. He was self-employed with Conner Equipment Rental. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Bernadette Catholic School. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrang ements. October 17, 2001 Forest J. Martin Forest J. Martin, 70, a native and resident of Houma, died at 6:40 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with cremation following services. He is survived by four sisters, Amy Oettli of Baton Rouge, Jane Schouest and Leona Songy, both of Houma, and Stella LeBouef of Metairie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fabius and Aimee Melancon Martin; one brother, Ivy Martin; two infant brothers; and three sisters, Edwina Blanchard, Hildred Schmidt, and Lydia Martin. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Catholic Social Services 876-0490. October 17, 2001 Robert A. Trusty Robert A. Trusty, 46, a native and resident of Houma, died at 5:16 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001. Memorial services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at Coteau Baptist Church in Houma. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia H. Trusty; one son, Adric R. Trusty; one daughter, Nyssa J. Trusty; one brother, Mark A. Trusty of Oak Grove, Calif.; and three sisters, Gayle Harbert of Oklahoma City, Okla., Brenda Payne of Forest, Miss., and Delva Fontenot of Houma. He was preceded in death by his parents, Del "Jumbo" Claude and Jeanette Spain Trusty. He was a member of Coteau Baptist Church. Octobe r 18, 2001 Freddie Farlow Sr. Freddie Farlow Sr., 74, a native of Raceland and resident of Gibson, died at 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Bell Baptist Church in Raceland. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, Freddie Farlow Jr. of Raceland; three daughters, Mary Weber of Thibodaux, Geraldine Jackson of Houma, and Maxine Farlow of Gibson; one brother, Johnny Farlow of Raceland; three sisters, Ruth Robinson of Thibodaux, Cora Lawson and Olivia Farlow, both of Raceland; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doretha Smith Farlow; his parents, Clarence and Nancy Wood Farlow; and one brother, Joseph Farlow Sr. He was retired from Babin's Farming and the Lafourche Parish Council. He was a member of Bell Baptist Church of Raceland. October 18, 2001 Horace Lee Hanzy Sr. Horace Lee Hanzy Sr., 47, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Gibson, died at 5:50 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001. Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday at Community Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. James Baptist Church in Gibson. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with buri al in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Linda Faye Lewis Hanzy; his mother, Leola Allen Hanzy of Gibson; two sons, Horace Lee Hanzy Jr. and Thering Allen of Gibson; three daughters, Tamara Lewis and Alisha Hanzy, both of Gibson, and Raissia James of Houma; one brother, Frederick Hanzy of Gibson; six sisters, Loretta Clay, Jessie Mae Skinner, Sharleen Charles and Malerie Singleton, all of Gibson, Cassandra Smith of Raceland, and Henrietta Nixon of Houston, Texas; three grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Jessie Hanzy; his paternal grandparents, Charles and Mary Hanzy; his maternal grandparents, Charles and Edna Allen; and one nephew, Kennique Hanzy. He was a member of St. James Baptist Church. October 18, 2001 Camille Bourgeois LaCour Camille Bourgeois LaCour, no age given, died at 9:37 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in Marrero. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery in Westwego. She is survived by two sisters, Nettie Blanchard and Leafy Scaffiano; one brother, Gellis Bourgeois; one grandchild, Madeira Barrios Hornbaker; and two great-grandchildren, Nick and Johnathan Hornbaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbert Paul LaCour; her parents, Louis Bourgeois and Agnes Foret Bourgeois; one daughter, Peggy Barrios; one son, Wally Arcement; and two brothers, Cullen Bourgeois and Huey Bourgeois. Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 18, 2001 David M. Stewart Jr. David M. Stewart Jr., 47, a native of La. and resident of Houston, Texas, died at 11:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2001. Wake services will be from 6:30 to 9 p.m. today at The Church at Bethel's Family in Houston. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in Houston Memorial Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Norma Verdin Stewart; three sons, Jacques Stewart, David "T-Dave" Stewart, and Joshua Stewart; five daughters, Shontay Stewart, Christine Stewart, Jacqueline Stewart, Dontell Stewart, and Rebecca Stewart, all of Houston; his parents, David Stewart Sr., of Houston, and Joyce Davis Stewart, of Houma; two brothers, Joseph Stewart of Houston and Issac Stewart of Houma; two sisters, Rosemary Stewart Moore of Houston and Lois Stewart Lewis of Houma; one grandson, Jonathon Stewart of Houston; and numerous relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Godfrey Davis and his step-grandmother, Beatrice Davis; his step-grandfather and grandmother, Eddie Norman and Mild red Celestin Norman; his grandfather and grandmother, Thomas Stewart Sr. and Mary Stewart. He was a U.S. veteran in Korea during the Vietnam War and was a firefighter for the Houston Fire Department. He was a member of The Church at Bethel's Family. October 19, 2001 Edwin P. Luquette Sr. Edwin P. Luquette Sr., 85, a native of Abbeville and resident of Raceland, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be at 8 a.m. Saturday at the chapel with burial in St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery in Abbeville. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne F. Luquette; two sons, Edwin P. Luquette Jr. and Rick Luquette; two daughters, Juanita Yarbrough and Juanette Gumpert; two step-daughters, Shirley Torres and Susan Granier; 19 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Bernice Schexnider; his parents, Joseph Luquette and Josephine Toups; three brothers, Alphe Luquette, Loleste Luquette, and George Luquette; and five sisters, Inez Fouchet, Edna Richard, Elise Ognibene, Anise Theriot, and Bernadette Sellers. He was a U.S. military veteran and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. October 19, 2001 Trent Mitchel Savoie Trent Mitchel Savoie, 38, a native of Houma and resident of Goodyear, Ariz. died at 3:32 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2001 in an automobile accident. A memorial Mass will be offered at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Louis Catholic Church in Bayou Blue with interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, Marcus Cox; his mother, Marlene Landry Savoie; his father and step-mother, Paul and Elizabeth Savoie; one brother, Rhett Savoie and 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 for Dependable Highway Express and had resided in Arizona since 1991. He had many interests including travel, philosphy, reading and the outdoors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to MADD. October 19, 2001 The Rev. Irvin Talbert Sr. The Rev. Irvin Talbert Sr., 91, a native of Labadieville and resident of Thibodaux, died at 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at New Morning Star Baptist Church in Labadieville. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by three children, Almeter Waller of Labadieville, Jesse Talbert of Ofalcon, Ill., and Irvin Talbert Jr. of Chicago, Ill.; 18 grandchildren; and 37 great-gra ndchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Victoria Talbert; his parents, Henry and Luvenia W. Talbert; two sons, Edward and Ernest Talbert; one daughter, Shirley Mae Dickerson; two brothers, Freddie and Junious Talbert; two sisters, Gustavia Frazier and Olivia Toussaint; and two grandchildren. He was an ordained Baptist minister. October 20, 2001 Earl P. Villemez Earl P. Villemez, 80, a native of Abbeville and resident of the Gulf Coast, died Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001. Funeral services were already held. He is survived by his wife, Rita Moore Villemez of Gulfport, Miss.; one son, Earl Patrick Villemez of Gulport; and one brother, Maurice Villemez of Donaldsonville. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Ernest and E mily Richard Villemez. He worked as an engineering technician for the Texas Highway Department. He was Catholic. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home in Gulfport was in charge of arrangements. October 21, 2001 Della Lawrence Della Lawrence, 72, a native of Houma and resident of Slidell, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2001. Visitation will be held Monday from noon until funeral time at Honaker Funeral Home in Slidell. Mass will be at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with interment in Forrest Lawn Cemetery. She is survived by one brother, C.J. Rhodes of Houston, Texas; one sister, Helen R. Pickering of Houma; one daughte r, Patricia Maria Yates of Pearl River; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence J. and Mabel LeCompte Rhodes; her husband, Walter J. Lawrence; and one son, Michael David Lawrence. She was a registered nurse. October 21, 2001 Florence Margaret Carrere Lyle Florence Margaret Carrere Lyle, 75, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:20 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today and 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church with burial in Magnolia Cemetery. She is survived by one son, John "Renae" Lyle of Bourg; three daughters, Christine Lyle LeBoeuf of Donaldsonville, and Elizabeth Lyle Trosclair and Jean Lyle Scurto, both of Houma; two brothers, Rudolph Carrere of Lafayette and James Carrere of Houma; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John R. Lyle; her parents, Pierre and Effie Porche Carrere; and one brother, Carey Carrere. She was a parishoner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church and a homemaker. October 22, 2001 Lorraine A. Eymard Lorraine A. Eymard, 82, a native of New Orleans and resident of Cut Off, died at 6:50 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral t ime Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Glenn T. Eymard Sr. and Robert Verret; three brothers, Nick Autin, Thomasee Autin Jr. and Mike Autin; five sisters, Melva Cheramie, Tin Rousse, Mary Autin, Olivia Vegas and Margie Breaux; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three step-grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ebdon P. Eymard; her first husband, Mr.Clifton Verret; her parents, Thomasee Autin and Faime Cheramie Autin; her stepfather, Mayo Cheramie; one son, Clifton Verret; two brothers, Sidney and Odon Pitre; and one sister, Annie Callais. She was a member of the Secret Sisters. October 22, 2001 Anita Trosclair Mars Anita Trosclair Mars, 87, a native and resident of Chackbay, died at 6:10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001. Mass was scheduled for 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one daughter, Lorita "Do" Mars Benoit; one son-in-law, Harold J. Benoit; one grandson; Eric Benoit; and one great-grandson Brady Benoit. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wickington "T-Wick" Mars; her parents, Aurlien Trosclair and Elmire Robinson Trosclair; three brothers, Dolie n, Fred and Dozlien Trosclair; one sister, Eunice Trosclair Terracina; and one great-granddaughter, Hallie M. Benoit. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 22, 2001 Howard Earl "Si" Sinor Howard Earl "Si" Sinor, 81, a native of Salina, Okla., and resident of New Orleans and Houma, died at 3 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be at 11 a.m. at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Bourgeois Sinor; one daughter, Emily S. Clouatre; two sons, Howard Sinor Jr. and Peter Sinor; six grandchildren, Amy, Sally, Susie, Sarah Joan, Sadie and Will; and one great-grandchild, Emmery. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sally Ann Sinor. He was a Lieutenant and served in the U.S. Navy as blimp pilot in WWII at the Houma Naval Air Station and was a survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor. He was an executive with Winn Dixie Stores before his retirement and was a member of the American Legion. Falgout Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements. October 23, 2001 Davis Joseph Belanger Davis Joseph Belanger, 78, a native of Bourg and resident of Montegut, died at 4:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Mon tegut Fire Station. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Montegut with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Genevieve Arson Belanger; one son, Allen Belanger; two daughters, Genny Boudreaux and Cindy Lapeyrouse; one brother, Roland J. Belanger; two sisters, Daisy Doescher and Myrtle Crochet; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adam and Agnes Belanger; and three brothers, Bernard Fabre, Rudolf Fabre and Lawrence Belanger. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a member of the American Legion. He was a self-employed boat owner. He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. October 23, 2001 John C. Butler John C. Butler, 74, a native of DeWitt County, Texas, and resident of Cuero, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2001. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Rosewood Funeral Chapel in Victoria, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Martin Butler of Opelousas; his mother, Melba Lee Burt Butler of Victoria; one sister, Dorothy Simek, also of Victoria; and one brother, W.E. "Buck" Butler of Nixon. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Joyce Badeaux Butler; and his father, William J. Butler. He was in the U.S. Navy. He was a purchasing agent and was employed by McCormick Oil and Gas and was r etired from Mitchell Energy. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association. He was a parishioner of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Cuero, Texas. Rosewood Funeral Chapel in Victoria, Texas, is in charge of arrangements. October 23, 2001 Jeannie Eberling Jeannie Eberling, 68, a native of New Orleans and resident of Cut Off, died at 7:58 a.m. Monday, Oct. 22, 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 Houma. Mass will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with burial in Rogers Cemetery. She is survived by four sons, Frank Womack, Raymond Womack, Les Womack and Tony Eberling; one daughter, Betty Womack; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Eberling and her father, Edward Goddard. She was a retired restaurant worker. October 23, 2001 Andrew "Drew" C. Lee Andrew "Drew" C. Lee, 21, a native of Cheverly, Md., and resident of Luling, died at 2 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at West St. Charles Baptist Church in Boutte. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in Mt. Airy Cemetery in Boutte. He is s urvived by his parents, Malven F. and Mary Warren Lee; two brothers, Malven F. Lee III and Scott Eric Lee; one sister, Yvonne Faye Lee; and one nephew. He was a member of the Luling Fire Department for four years and was employee of Winn Dixie of Luling. October 23, 2001 Lucy May Richard Richard Lucy May Richard Richard, 88, a native of Labadieville and resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:25 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Landry's Funeral Home. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Co-cathedral with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray. She is survived by one son, Kenneth Richard; two daughters, Claudine Mosier and Bevelyn Himel; 21 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Julie Thibodaux Richard; her husband, August N. Richard; two sons, Marvin and Gerald Richard; four brothers, Rene, Numa, Joel and Henely Richard; and three sisters, Florence Pennison, Linda Naquin and Modeste Foret. October 23, 2001 Michael P. Richard Michael P. Richard, 55, a native and resident of Labadieville, died at 4:34 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001. Funeral was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Geraldine O'Neal Richard; two sons, Brad Richard and Ricky Richard; one sister, Earline Landry; and four grandchildren, Ashley, Brooke, Austin and Abby Richard. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Clemence Arcement Richard. Landry's Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements October 24, 2001 Cecile Ledet Boudreaux Cecile Ledet Boudreaux, 90, a native of St. Charles Community and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son, Robert Joseph Boudreaux Sr.; one daughter, Shirley Boudreaux LeBlanc; four sisters, Valarie Rodriguez, Archangel Larousse, Mary Frickey, and Ruby Frickey; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy "White" Boudreaux; her parents, Alice Saucier Ledet and Arsensel Ledet; three brothers, Edward Ledet, Andrew Ledet, and Clement Ledet; and three sisters, Agnes Grabert, Theresa Rolland, and Ann Ledet. October 24, 2001 Doris Bergeron Dugas Doris Bergeron Dugas, 79, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 2:52 a.m. Monday, Oct. 22, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Co-cathedral Catholic Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Francis Dugas Sr.; one son, Francis "Rocky" Dugas Jr.; two daughters, Bridgette Lefort and Bernadette F. Dugas; two sisters, Catherine Dennis and Juanita "Punkin" Bourgeois; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Bergeron Jr. and Bridgette Daigle Bergeron; one brother, George Bergeron Jr. and one sister, Velma Gaidry. October 24, 2001 Norris Paul Dupre Norris Paul Dupre, 78, a native and resident of Pointe-aux-Chenes, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at the Pointe-aux-Chenes Fire Station. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Charles Catholic Church in Pointe-aux-Chenes with burial in the church mausoleum. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Marie Naquin Dupre; nine children, Michael of Alvord, Texas, Sam of Sulphur, Tim of Chauvin, JoAnn Lyons of Chauvin, Dean of Pointe-aux-Chenes, Marty of Montegut, Sheila Naquin of Pointe-aux-Chenes, Martha Kindrex of Florence, Miss., and Lee of Monetgut; 26 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; and 10 brothers and sisters, Dennis J. Dupre of Pointe-aux-Chenes, Alida D. Naquin of Pointe-aux-Chenes, Norbert Dupre of Wallings, Tenn., Alton Dupre of Pointe-aux-Chenes, Emilie D. Savoie of Lockport, Anna D. Trosclair of Metairie, Judy D. Lapeyrouse of Chauvin, Kirby Dupre of Dulac, Linword Dupre of Dulac, and Carrol Dupre of Sarasota, Fla. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence J. Dupre Sr.; his mother, Olida Neil Dupre; his step-mother, Emily Brunet Dupre; two brothers, Clarence J. Dupre Jr. and Cory Dupre; two sisters, Vesta D. Ford and Arline Dupre; and two grandsons, Timmy Dupre and Cory Hutchinson. He served in the Army in WWII and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He worked for Texaco and was owner of Dupre's Big Star supermarket in Bourg. He was known for his handiwork with wood and metal. He was a parishioner of St. Charles Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 24, 2001 Ora Mae Folse Ora Mae Folse, 69, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 5:15 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Paul Baptist Church at Lafourche Crossing. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in Benevolent Society Cemetery in Brooklyn. She is survived by her husband, Nolan Folse Sr. of Raceland; nine children, Nolan Folse Jr., David Folse, Dwayne Gray, Chance Hogan, Brenda Lawson, Mary Folse, Sherry Smith, Linda Folse Dorsey, and De bra Folse, all of Raceland; sister of Richmond Boyd Sr., and Estelle Folse, both of Raceland, Johnny Boyd Jr. of Thibodaux, Hezekiah Triggs of Schriever, Kate Rose of Lockport, and Jeannette B. Gray of Vacherie; 17 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny Sr. and Leonnie Boyd; three brothers, Billy Boyd, Aurby Boyd, and Ernest Boyd; three sisters, Ethel Robinson, Kathleen Jackson, and Ida Baptiste; and one granddaughter. She was a homemaker and was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church. October 24, 2001 Walter "Pee-Wee" Hennerichs Walter "Pee-Wee" Hennerichs, 56, a native of La. and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 5 a.m. Monday, Oct. 22, 2001. A Memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. He is survived by two sons, Adam J. Hennerichs and Emmett L. Hennerichs; one brother, Larry Hennerichs of Houma; one sister, Karen Hennerichs Toben of Covington; numerous grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Eloise Hennerichs; and one sister, Sandra Hennerichs Coplin. October 24, 2001 Arthur Joseph "A.J." Steed Jr. Arthur Joseph "A.J." Steed Jr., 76, a native of Raceland and resident of Houma, died at 12:10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Maria Immacolata Catholic Churc h. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Bollinger Steed of Houma; two sons, Randy Steed and wife, Roxanne of Houston, Texas, and Gary Steed and wife, Sherri of Pensacola, Fla.; two daughters, Penny Currie and husband, Mike Currie of DeFuniak Springs, Fla. and Sandra Rice and husband, David Rice of Prairieville; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur J. Steed Sr. and Elvina LeGrange Steed. He was a retired tool pusher for Texaco and was a member of Texaco Retiree Club. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cancer Care Indigent Fund, 8120 Main St. 100, Houma, La. 70360. October 24, 2001 Edward "Dick" Stovall Jr. Edward "Dick" Stovall Jr., 64, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001. Visitation will be from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home Chapel and from 5 to 7:45 p.m. Thursday at First Corinthian Baptist Church. Services will be at 8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Dismissal services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in St. Luke Cemetery in Dularge. He is survived by his wife, Irmenta Stovall of Houma; two sons, Dwayne Stovall and Keith Blake , both of Houma; two daughters, Denise Thompson and Cheryl Calloway, both of Houma; two brothers, The Rev. Donald M. Stovall of Houma and Samuel Davis of Walnut, Calif.; three sisters, Annette S. Ford, Geraldine S. Johnson, and Rosie Lee S. Smith, all of Houma; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Stovall Sr. and Elsie Howard Stovall; and one brother, Robert "Bobby" Stovall. He was a retired porter from Terrebonne Ford for 9 years. He was a member of First Corinthian Baptist Church. October 24, 2001 Norris Paul Theriot Norris Paul Theriot, 80, a native and resident of Houma, died at 12 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001. Mass will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Hazel Falgout Theriot of Houma; one brother, Odon Theriot of Houma; and t wo sisters, Genevieve Marcel of Houma and Dorothy Aucoin of Thibodaux. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie J. Theriot and Eveline Lirette Theriot; three brothers, Eugene Theriot, Herbert Theriot, and Royce Theriot; and two sisters, Rita Mae Theriot and Rosemary Theriot. He was a retired salesman for Gene's Auto Parts and was a U.S. Navy Veteran during WWII. October 25, 2001 Margaret Brady Burton Margaret Brady Burton, 92, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Matthews Episcopal Church with burial in Magnolia Cemetery. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. John (Margaret B. "Jackie") Monteiro of Houma; eight grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard E. Burton Sr.; her parents, Timothy James Brady and Carrie Davis Brady; one son, Richard E. Burton Jr., three brothers, E.T. Brady Sr., Berwick Brady, and James T. Brady; and three sisters, Laura B. Baird, Hilda B. Duplantis, and Carrie B. Morgan. She was a retired beautician and a homemaker. She was a parishioner of St. Matthews Episcopal Church. October 25, 2001 Donna R. Fanara Donna R. Fanara, 53, a native of Alvin, Texas and resident of Lockport, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001. A Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church in Lockport. She is survived by her husband, Ronald J. Fanara; her mother, Ruth Dunbar of Dallas, Texas; one daughter, Patricia Fanara; mother and father-in-law, Alice and Sam Fanara; two sisters; and one grandchild, Crystal Dawn Fanara. She was assistant Personal Director for the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Department. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 25, 2001 David R. "Huck" Ramey David R. "Huck" Ramey, 37, a native of Mount Holly, N.J. and resident of Houma, died at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Samart Funeral Home. Services will be at 7 p.m. today at the funeral home with cremation following services. He is survived by his wife, Kelly Oda Ramey of Houma; two sons, Robert V. and David M. Ramey, both of Houma; five brothers, Robert, Ronald, Rocky, Donald and Scott Ramey; and one sister, Elizabeth Ramey. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fairse and Frances Gilbert Ramey; his stepfather, Francis Burgess; and one son, Matthew Richard Ramey. He was employed with HWC of Houma and was a member of Living Word Church in Houma. October 25, 2001 Dirk Joseph Savoie Dirk Joseph Savoie, 34, a native of Raceland and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 7 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Harold Savoie and Sylvia Folse Savoie of Houma; one brother, Kenny Savoie and wife, Sandra o f Houma; one sister, Andrea Duet and husband, Wade Duet of Houma; one niece, Heather Savoie; and one nephew, Brandon Duet. He was a deckhand for Tide Water Marine. He was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 25, 2001 Cecelia Smith Cecelia Smith, 92, a native of Terrebonne and resident of Houma, died at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Residence Baptist Church with burial in Union Benvelont Cemetery. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Benjamin (Mildred) Theriot and Mrs. Yourick (Cynthia) Lavine Jr., both of Houma; 20 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; and 18 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Smith; her parents, Isiah Walls Sr. and Louise Jasper Walls; one son, Irvin Richards; three brothers; and four sisters. She was a member of Residence Baptist Church. She was a homemaker. October 25, 2001 Ulysse John Thibodaux Ulysse John Thibodaux, 73, a native and resident of Larose, died at 5:40 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Mass will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, Jimmy J. Thibodaux; one brother, Ambrose Thibodaux; three sisters, Rose Rousse, Earline Champagne, and Elma Plaisance; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Rita Gros Thibodaux. October 25, 2001 Clarence P. Toups Clarence P. Toups, 76, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 7:32 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Co-cathedral Catholic Church. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Laura Foret Toups; two sons, Mike Toups, and Gary "Mop" Toups; one stepson, Ferrell James Babin; one stepdaughter, Pam Babin Pellegrin; one brother, Eddie Toups; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Xavier and Therese Morris Toups; two brothers, Irvin Toups and Munson Toups Sr.; and three sisters, Mable Albert, Edna Thibodaux, and Esther Morvant. He was a WWII Navy veteran and member of Knights of Columbus Council No. 1114 and member of 308 Fire Co. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. October 26, 2001 Josephine "Feen" Stein Becnel Josephine "Feen" Stein Becnel, 89, a native and resident of Vacherie, died at 12:43 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Harris "Toot" Becnel; one son, Larry "Rock" Becnel; one daughter-in-law, Ruth Rome Becnel; one brother, Paul Stein; three sisters, Bernadette Becnel, Eugenia Becnel and Nelva LeBlanc; and six grandchildren, Karen Becnel, Roberta Boquet, Gayle Bryant, Faron Becnel, Joanne Nassar and David Becnel. She was preceded in death by her parents, Didier Stein and Victorine Falgoust Stein; one brother, Clarence Stein; and six sisters, Annette Rome, Sidonie Folse, Cecile Stein, Edna Rome, Stella Stein and Laura Stein. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 26, 2001 Freddie N. Durocher Sr. Freddie N. Durocher Sr., 87, a native of Vacherie and resident of Chackbay, died at 2:55 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Gene H. Durocher and Freddie Durocher Jr.; one daughter, Carlotta D. Mahler; one sister, Anna Mae Zeringue; sev en grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Justine Trosclair Durocher; his parents, Sullivan Durocher and Bertha Tauzin Durocher; two brothers, Lionel Durocher and Steven Durocher; and three grandchildren. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Thibodaux and was retired from Texaco after 35 years. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. October 26, 2001 Bernice Dyer Bernice Dyer, 67, a native of Schriever and resident of Johnson Ridge, died at 8:35 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Walter Dyer of Johnson Ridge; three brothers, Timothy Dyer, Walter Dyer and Bradford Dyer, all of Thibodaux; seven daughters, Paulette Williams and Willie Mae White, both of Thibodaux, Norma Harkless of New Orleans, Claudette Claiborne of North Carolina, Maggie Dyer and Daphne Dyer, both of Johnson Ridge, and Pamela Keller of Baton Rouge; seven brothers Junious Harris, Wayne Harris, Ronald Harris, Craig Harris, Willie Harris, Jerome Redmond and Jerry Redmond, all of Johnson Ridge; four sisters, Norma Jean Francois of Thibodaux, Ida Mae Cutno, Doris Brooks and Yvonne Lewis of California; 22 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Mildred Francois Harris; one brother, Alfred Harris, three sisters, Marion Harris, Gloria Parker and Willie Mae Francois. She was a nurse and member of Rebecca Chapter No. 23 Order of Eastern Star. She was a member of Moses Baptist Church. October 26, 2001 Asa J. Jeanise Asa J. Jeanise, 66, a native of Church Point and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today, and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home chapel. He is survived by his wife, Peggy F. Jeanise; three sons, Joe Janis, Keith Jeanise and Johnny Jeanise; one daughter, Lisa J. Landry; two brothers, Leo Jeanise and Doc Jeanise; four sisters, Ollie Jeanise, Isabelle Jeanise, Yvonne Godeaux and Wilma Fontenot; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Anne Allemand; his parents, Charles Jeanise and Clarise Bellard Jeanise; one daughter, Tina Jeanise; and one brother, Ben Charles. October 26, 2001 Heaven Angele' Kerner Heaven Angele' Kerner, infant, a native and resident of Raceland, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home in Mathews. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Hilary Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her parents, Ruben Chavez and Angele' Kerner; her grandparents, Nelson Griffin and Lydia Griffin, and Ronald Vinson Sr. and June Cornwell; her step-grandfather, Joseph Cornwell; two brothers, Raine Kerner and Rio Kerner; four half-brothers, Ruben Chavez III, Roberto Chavez, Rico Ashley and Austin Kerner; and three half-sisters, Autumn Chavez, April Ashley and Angelina Ashley. October 26, 2001 Hosely Mosely Hosely Mosely, 67, a native of Gibson and resident of Houston, Texas, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 11 a.m. to funeral time Monday at New Day Deliverance Church in Houston. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church. He is survived by his wife, Dorthey Daigs Mosely; one son, James Mosely of Houston; four daughters, Debra D. Williams of Houma; Susan Dawson and husband, Fredrick, of Gibson, Stephanie Donald of Beaumont, and Pamela M. Eleby of Houston; two brothers, two sisters, 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Mosely and Mary Vergin Mosely; six brothers; and two sisters. He was retired. October 26, 2001 Sister Mary Edmund Schexnai ldre Sister Mary Edmund Schexnaildre, M.S.C., whose birth name was Doris Schexnaildre, 91, a native of Plaquemine and resident of New Orleans, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Our Lady of Holy Cross Chapel in New Orleans with burial in Holy Cross Mausoleum. She is survived by three sisters, Gertrude Daigle of Houma, Polly Dupuy of Metairie and Ruth Clement of Plaquemine; and one brother, Buster Schexnaildre of Plaquemine. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elizabeth Gallagher Schexnaildre and John B. Schexnaildre; and seven brothers and sisters. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Marinate Retirement Fund, 1011 Gallier St., New Orleans, LA 70117. October 27, 2001 Sister Mary Martin Hecker Sister Mary Martin Hecker, M.S.C., formerly Novella Hecker, 80, a native and resident of New Orleans, died Thursday, Oct. 25 at 11:12 p.m., at Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care Center in New Orleans. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, at Our Lady of Holy Cross Chapel, 4123 Woodland Drive, New Orleans. Mass will be at 4 p.m. with interment at Our Lady of Holy Cross Mausoleum. She is survived by one sister, Jean C. Hecker, two nephews, Robert and John Hecker; two nieces, Jodi Reeder and Janet Stein. Her cousin, the Rev. Msgr. Lawrence A. Hecker will celebrate the Mass. She was prece ded in death by her parents, Paul Edward and Marie Bordes Hecker; and two brothers, Francis F. and the Rev. Elwood P. Hecker, S.J. She was a Marianite of Holy Cross for more than 65 years, entering in 1936, pronouncing first vows in 1938 and final profession in 1942. She taught at St. Cecelia, Sts. Peter and Paul, St. Rita, St. Agnes, St. Mary of the Angels, St. Andrew and Holy Name of Mary schools in New Orleans, St. Christopher in Metairie and at school in Plaquemine, Ocean Springs, Morgan City, Houma and Franklin. She also taught at Kinder Care Learning Center, Roslyn Park Academy and Klein Academy prior to supervising the Upward Bound Program at Our Lady of Holy Cross College for more than 10 years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care Center, 5600 Gen. DeGaulle Drive, New Orleans, LA 70131. Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home of New Orleans is in charge of arrangements. October 27, 2001 Bessie H. Parfait Bessie H. Parfait, 47, a native and resident of Montegut, died at 10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time today at First Assembly of God Church in Pointe-aux-Chenes. Services will be at 2 p.m. today at the church with burial in St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery in Pointe-aux-Chenes. She is survived by three sons, Nathan M., Chad E. and Clint J. Parfait; on e daughter, Mrs. Keith (Sarah) Naquin; five brothers, Henry, Jerry, Ronnie, Curtis and Lawrence Hendon; five sisters, Theresa Verdin, Alice Solet, Delores Pennington, Agnes Hendon, and Yvonne Istre; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Julius P. Parfait; her parents, Constant Hendon and Aglonie Hendon; one brother, Horace Dardar; and two sisters, Gelia Hendon and Theophilia Foret. She was a housewife and a member of the Island Christian Fellowship Church. October 27, 2001 Julius P. Parfait Julius P. Parfait, 49, a native and resident of Montegut, died at 10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time today at First Assembly of God Church in Pointe-aux-Chenes. Services will be at 2 p.m. today at the church with burial in St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery in Pointe-aux-Chenes. He is survived by his mother, Velma Molinere, and his step-father Roland Molinere; three sons, Nathan M., Chad E. and Clint J. Parfait; one daughter, Mrs. Keith (Sarah) Naquin; five brothers, Lloyd, Royce, Floyd, Paul and Carl Courteaux; two sisters, Patsy Trahan and Mary Gail Picou; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bessie H. Parfait, his father, Joseph E. Parfait; and one brother, Larry Parfait. He was Pastor of the Island Christian Fellowship Church. October 27, 2001 JoAnne Pecanty JoAnne Hutchins Pecanty, 49, a native of Miami, Fla., and resident of Thibodaux, died at 11:15 a.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Thibodaux Funeral Home, and from noon until funeral time Monday at Acme Baptist Church. Religious services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, at the Acme Baptist Church in Acme with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her mother, R. Anne Hutchins, one son, Jeremy Pecanty; two daughters, Jennifer L. Pecanty and Jessica Usey, one brother, Michael Hutchins; and one grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Leonard Pecanty Jr., and her father, Howard Hutchins. October 28, 2001 Albert Badeaux Albert Joseph Badeaux, 61, a native of Taft and resident of Des Allemands, died at 4:20 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2001. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. today and 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. Monday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Religious services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Sunset Cemetery in Bayou Gauche. He is survived by his wife, Edna Loraine Badeaux; two sons, Barry A. and Eric J. Badeaux; a stepson, Jenson Engebretson; two daughters, Vickie Toups and Raenell A. Badeaux; two stepdaughters, Debra S. Hinson and Nanette L. Loveless; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in d eath by his parents, Albert Edwin and Ida Matherne Badeaux; one stepson, Calvin H. Loveless Jr.; two brothers, Pollis Hernandez and Ronald Reagan; and a sister, Mary Ann Bergeron. October 29, 2001 Faith Marie Dardar Faith Marie Dardar, infant, a native and resident of Bourg, died at 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001. Graveside Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Bisland Cemetery in Bourg. She is survived by her mother, Holly Marie Dardar; her father, Wilson M. Naquin Jr.; her grandparents, Norman A. Dardar Jr. and Diane Naquin Dardar; one brother, Xavier M. Naquin; and one sister, Katlyn A. Naquin October 29, 2001 Oscar J. Delorette Oscar J. Delorette, 92, a native of New Orleans and resident of Napoleonville, died at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2001. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville. Mass will be at 2 p.m. at the church with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by three nieces, Bonnie Ripoll Falgoust of Chalmette, Bonnie Nolan and Teresa Dias of Napoleonville; and one nephew, Lawrence J. Hebert II. He was preceded in death by his wife, Camille Hebert Delorette; his parents, Wallace and Zulma Sovais Delorette; two brothers, Leon and Andrew Delorette; and two sisters, Leon Mercer and Lelia Delorette. He was co-owner of D&H Ice Cream "The Popsicle Man" and was president of the Napoleonville Volunteer Fire Department for 30 years. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 29, 2001 James Willie Evans James Willie Evans, 75, a native of Colfax and resident of Lockport, died at 4:04 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at First Baptist Church of Lockport. Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in Holy Savoir Cemetery in Lockport. He is survived by his wife, Mary Orgeron Evans; two sons, James E. Evans and Charles Evans; two daughters, Cheryl Duet and Cathy Long; two brothers, Pete Evans and Johnny Evans; three sisters, Amy Shaw, Ollie Baker and Florella Keyrond; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Washington and Geneva Brian Evans; five brothers, Charlie, Ernest, Henry, Wade, and Wilber Evans; one step-brother, Walker Silman; and three sisters, Hattie Rialls, Ottalie Evans, and Lula Smiley. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Lockport. October 29, 2001 Noelie Waguespack Grabert Noelie Waguespack Grabert 89, a native of Raceland and resident of Lockport, died at 3:58 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Savior Church in Lockport with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by seven daughters, Leola Griffin, Lula Mae Griffin, Lorella Estay, Lorina Folse, Lillie Estay, Eloyse Eschete, and Louella Grabert; two brothers, Leonce and Richard Waguespack; one sister, Lucille Bernard; 24 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; and 21 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wildon Grabert; her parents, Richard and Theresa Champagne Waguespack; one son, Deme Grabert; four brothers, Valerie, August, Lawrence and Marcial Waguespack; two sisters, Olive Champagne and Eloise Hebert; three grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. She was a member of the Ladies Altar Society and was a parishioner of Holy Savoir Catholic Church. October 29, 2001 Jonathan "Jay" Patrick LeBlanc Jonathan "Jay" Patrick LeBlanc, 21, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Houma, died Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Mulberry Baptist Church. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church. He is survived by his parents, Patrick and Wanda Moore LeBlanc Jr. of Houma; one sister, Elizabeth and husband, Terry Brown of Gibson; his maternal grandparents, Eddie and Nina Moore of Thibodaux; his paternal grandmother, Grace LeBlan c Reed of Schriever; two uncles and aunts, Speedy and Janet Moore of Jackson, Miss., and Randy and Leslie Moore of Lagos, Nigeria; one niece, Alysea Brown; and two nephews, Hunter Brown and Layne Brown. He was preceded in death by his step paternal grandfather, James Reed; and his paternal grandfather, Patrick Landry LeBlanc Sr. He was a Class A Fire Tech for Safety Consultant. He was a member of Mulberry Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Youth Ministry of Mulberry Baptist Church. October 29, 2001 Louise L. Robichaux Louise L. Robichaux, 86, a native of Bayou Black and resident of Raceland, died Monday, Oct. 29, 2001. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home in Raceland. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Nativity Church in Raceland with burial in St. Anthony's Cemetery in Bayou Black. She is survived by one son, Carroll J. Bonvillain of Westwego; one step-son, Lawrence Robichaux Jr. of Thibodaux; one daughter, Mary Alice B. Estay of Raceland; two sisters, Theresa L. Martin of Westwego and Leonice L. Breaux of Raceland; six grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Amos Bonvillain; her second husband, Lawrence Robichaux; her parents, Robert and Mary Chaisson Leonard; three brothers, Leonce Leonard, Hilton Leonard, and Edwin Leonard; and four sisters, Daisy Hebert, Jessie Mae Lambert, Vernicia Trahan, and Zenobia Thibodaux. She was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion Auxiliaries. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church. October 29, 2001 Ernest Smith Sr. Ernest Smith Sr., 68, a native of Gibson and resident of Houston, Texas, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Funeral Home with burial in St. James Cemetery in Gibson. He is survived by his wife, Mable W. Smith of Schriever; four sons, Ernest Smith Jr. of Gray, Wallace Smith of Schriever, Clarence and Owen Smith, both of Houston; one step-son, Welton Walker Sr. of Gray; one daughter, Yvonne Coleman of Thibodaux; two step-daughters, Diane Walker of Schriever and Barbara James of Gray; three brothers, Edward Smith Jr. of Tylertown, Miss., Eugene and Louis Smith, both of Houma; one sister, Grace Randell of Gibson; 14 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Smith and Hilda Edwards Smith; and two brothers, Clarence Smith and Morri s Smith. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a retired truck driver. October 29, 2001 Yvonne Ann Prejean Waguespack Yvonne Ann Prejean Waguespack, 61 a native of Houma and resident of Gray, died at 5:10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home, and from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Bridget Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial in St. Francis de Sales No. 2 Cemetery. She is survived by two daughters, Anita Waguespack Arceneaux of Gray, and Mrs. Digger (Alison) Songe of Houma; one brother, Neal Prejean and wife, Nona of Gray; one sister, Peggy and husband, Maurice Lirette of Gray; and five grandchildren, Danielle Arceneaux of Gray, Ross DeRoche, Tayla Songe, Katelynn Songe, all of Houma, and Bethany Domangue of Bourg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luke Joseph Waguespack; her parents, Paul and Edna Buquet Prejean; and one daughter, Mrs. Kyle (Diana) Domangue. She was a computer operator for Buquet Distributing Company. She was a memb er of Steel Magnolias, Good Tyme Camper's and St. Bernadette Ladies Auxillary. She was a parishioner of St. Bridget Catholic Church. Chauvin's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. October 30, 2001 Robert D. Alsabrook Robert D. Alsabrook, 80, a native of Elba, Alab., and resident of Avon Park, Fla., died Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001. Funeral Services were scheduled for 2 p.m. today at Sanctuary Church of God in Avon Park with burial in Lakeview Memorial Gardens. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Alsabrook of Avon Park; three sons, Robert D. Alsabrook Jr. of Houma, Buren E. Alsabrook of Indianapolis, Ind., and Robbie D. Alsabrook of Avon Park; one daughter, Patricia Longoria of Avon Park; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was a U.S. Army veteran in WWII and was owner/operator of a trucking company. October 30, 2001 Joseph P. "Joe" Bruce Jr. Joseph P. "Joe" Bruce Jr., 76, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 7:12 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2001. Funeral was scheduled for 2 p.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Clara Mae Plaisance Bruce; one son, Robert "Bobby" Bruce; three daughters, Cynthia B. Galliano, Rhonda B. Gautreaux, and Deidra B. Guidry; two brothers, Leonce and Leon Bruce Sr.; two sisters, Philomene Bruce and Julia Autin; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph P. and Lucille Guidry Bruce; one brother, Octave Bruce Sr.; and four sisters, Octavie Toups, Nora Cheramie, Leona Toups and Josephine Guidry. He was a Navy veteran in WWII and was a member of the Am erican Legion, Veteran of Foreign Wars, Knights of Columbus No. 3150, and Holy Name Society. He was a lifetime shrimper. He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. October 30, 2001 Lucille Derise Picone Lucille Derise Picone, no age given, died at 3:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001. Funeral Mass was celebrated at 12:15 p.m. Monday in the Chapel of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home with burial in Metairie Cemetery. She is survived by one brother; three sisters; three grandchildren, Leslie Donahue Schilling of Lafayette, Stephanie Donahue Church of New York City N.Y., and George Steve Donahue Jr. of New Iberia; and four great-grandchildren, Tiffany Dickman of Des Moines, Iowa, Leslie Clair Schilling of Athens, Ga., Anne Schilling of Lafayette, and Charles Henry "Buddy" Schilling, stationed in the Arabian Sea. She was preceded in death by her husband, Salvatore Joseph Picone; her parents, Jean and Josephine Derise of Sorrell; one daughter, Helen Squires Phillips; six brothers, Pierre, George, Amos, Emile, Charles and Paul Derise; one sister, Margaret Derise Crappel and one grandson, Herbert Eugene "Trey" Schilling III. Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. October 30, 2001 Amay Percle Thibodaux Amay Percle Thibodaux, 90, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Chackbay, died at 3 p.m. Mond ay, Oct. 29, 2001. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Chackbay. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by one son-in-law, Albon Hymel; one daughter, Dorothy T. Hymel; one daughter-in-law, Sylvia Thibodaux; one brother, Sylvian Percle; nine grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Armand Thibodaux; her parents, Kliebert Percle and Eulaline Benoit Percle; one son, Patrick Thibodaux Sr.; four brothers, Clancy, Joseph "Slim", Albert and Sylvester Percle; and one sister, Viola Clement. She was a member of the Ladies Alter Society and Six Ward Senior Citizens. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. October 31, 2001 Daron Kentrall Walker Daron Kentrell Walker, infant, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Paul Baptist Church Cemetery in Napoleonville. He is survived by his mother, Cynthia Walker of Napoleonville; his father, Bryant Batiste of Labadieville; one brother, Dayvon Walker of Napoleonville; and his grandparents, Lillie and Roosevelt Nora of Napoleonville, and Lillie and Leroy Batiste Jr. of Labadieville. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Zenobia Walker and Hosea Walker.