TERREBONNE and LAFOURCHE Parishes, La. Submitted by: Louis Lavedan Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet ============================================================================= Copyright. All rights reserved ============================================================================= ADAMS, EARLINE CLEMENT ============================================================================= February 14, 1920 - July 18, 2013 Earline Clement Adams, 93, passed away on July 18, 2013. She was born on February 14, 1920 in St. James Parish, Louisiana and resided in Thibodaux, Louisiana. She died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. Visitation will be from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Sunday, July 21, 2013 at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Visitation will resume at the funeral home from 8:00 am to 11:00 am on Monday, July 22, 2013 with religious services beginning at 11:00 am. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by four daughters: Mary A. Sauce, Dolores Adams, Grace M. Adams, and Audrey A. Erwin; ten grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; god-child, O' Neil Navarre; various nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband Philip P. Adams, Sr.; son, Philip P. Adams, Jr.; sons-in-law, Joe Sauce and Jerry Erwin; father, Olezeme Clement; mother, Evelia Hebert Clement; brothers, Gaston, Lionel, Arsene, and O'Neil Clement; sisters, Adlice C. Andras and Ella C. Andras; twin infants, Joseph and Marie. Thibodaux Funeral Home is charge of arrangements. ====================== ADAMS, MASON ============================================================================= Mason Thomas Adams, died at birth Thursday, July 4, 2013. A private Mass of Christian burial was Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with burial in Sacred Heart Catholic Church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Brody and Daniall Adams; and grandparents, Timmy and Jada Dubois, and Gerard and Tammy Adams. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== ADAMS, PEARLINE MARIE ============================================================================= Pearline Marie Adams, 72, a native of Gibson passed away Monday, July 15, 2013, at Terrebonne General Medical Center surrounded by her family. A Mass of Christian burial was Thursday at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Chacahoula, with burial in St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery in Gibson. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, John D. Adams Sr.; son, John D. Adams Jr. and his wife. Ruby. of Choupic; grandchildren, Hollie Sauce, Keith Sauce Jr., Derrick Adams and Jeremy Granier; great-grandchildren, Jordan and Jaxon Granier and Preston Adams (expected in September); brothers, Russell, Freddie and David Triche; and sisters, Geraldine ""Lou"" Theriot, Sue Dupre, Janice Pollet, Katie Guillory and Jackie Oliver. She was preceded in death by her parents, Haywood and Notilia Deroche Triche; daughter, Robbie Sauce; and sister, Mary Aucoin. She loved life, her family, her grand and great-grandchildren, friends, garage sales and cooking. Hargrave Funeral Home in Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ====================== ADAMS, RUBEN ============================================================================= Ruben James Adams, 43, of Kenner passed away on July 12, 2013. Born in Galliano to Carl Wayne Adams and Joyce Marie Adams. He is survived by his parents and companion, Brandi Calligan; sons, Shelton Adams and Chance Adams; brothers, Derek Adams (Kristen) and Dustin Adams (Shannon); nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in Metairie on Saturday, July 20 at 4 p.m. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. till services at the funeral home. ====================== ALLEMAN, EMILE ============================================================================= Emile Joseph Alleman, 92, a native of Belle Rose and a resident of Raceland, passed away on July 13, 2013. Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 17, from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland, with services held at 10 a.m. at the funeral home, with burial to follow at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Eldise Bourgeois Alleman; son, Ronny Joseph Alleman and wife Joan; daughters, Darlene Alleman Dupuy and husband Tony, Sable Alleman Cheramie; and sister, Ivy Mae Aucoin; 9 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; father Augustine Alleman and his mother, Bibinne Blanchard Alleman; brother, Steward Alleman; and son-in-law, Kurt Cheramie. Emile spent 37 years in the Louisiana Oilfields working with GULF, and was known to many as “Ally-Oop” on the CB radio. He served in the Merchant Marines during World War II. He loved garage sales, visiting the Casino, traveling the 50 states, carpentry, hand crafts, and working outdoors. Known to his family as a wonderful father, grandfather and a true hard working American, he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. ====================== ALLEN, GEORGE JR ============================================================================= GEORGE ALLEN JR., 59, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, July 26, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Morning Star Baptist Church in Johnsonridge. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in Blue Lilly Cemetery. He is survived by his parents, George Allen Sr. and Bertha Mae Nolan; son, George Fletcher; daughter, Kankrelle Fletcher; and sisters, Catherine Carter, Maxine Allen, Donna Selbites, Brenda Alexis and Lashawn Thompson. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Edward and Eliza Wilson Nolan, Louvina Triggs Allen and Lawrence Allen. Kennedy Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== ANDERSON, MARY L. ============================================================================= (Died July 8, 2013) MARY L. ANDERSON, a native of Paincourtville, LA, died Monday, July 8, 2013 at Assumption Community Hospital. She was 63 and a resident of Bertrandville, LA. Visiting at Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, LA from 5:00pm to 8:00pm Friday, July 12, 2013. Visiting at Virginia Baptist Church, Ewellville, LA from 8:00am to Religious Services at 10:00am Saturday, July 13, 2013 conducted by Rev. Lloyd Jones, Jr. Burial in Virginia Baptist Church cemetery, Ewellville. Survived by 2 daughters, Constance (Darren) Sanders of Thibodaux, LA, and Chandra (Oluwaseyi) Williams of Bertrandville, LA; 3 sisters, Eula Anderson of Bertrandville, LA, Evelyn (Clifton) Herbert of Paincourtville, LA and Llucy Williams of Donaldsonville, LA; 2 brothers, Johnny (Linda) Williams, Jr. of Houston, TX, and Andrew (Linda) Williams of Napoleonville, LA; Also survived by 1 aunt, Vivian Harden of Paincourtville, LA, 6 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Pauline and Johnny Williams, Sr. and a daughter, Janice Anderson. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, LA ====================== ANTILL, JAMES "JIMMY" ============================================================================= (Died July 25, 2013) James "Jimmy" Percy Antill, 74, died Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at 9:15 PM. He was a native of Preston, Cuba and resident of Gibson, LA. Visitation will be Saturday, July 27, 2013 from 8:00am to 10:00am at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 10:00am at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Burial in Bayou Black Cemetery. He is survived by his, Son: Rafe Antill and wife Penny, Daughters: Jamie Antill Quebedeaux and husband Dallas, Brothers: Marvin Antill Sr and wife Carole, Johnny Antill and wife Glenda, Sisters: Claudette Breaux and late husband Huey, and Myra Breaux and late husband Andrew, Grandchildren: Cerissa, Jacob, Lane, Coby, and Heath, and Great Grandchild:Isabella. He was preceded in death by his, Parents: James Antill and Santa Giroir Antill. He was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. The family would like to especially thank the CCU department of Terrebonne General Medical Center, and Dr. Russell Henry. The family would also like to thank Gerald "Scoby" Bonvillain and wife Janelle and Ricky Devillier for their support and care. ====================== ANTILL, MAYBELLE ============================================================================= (Died July 21, 2013) MayBelle Rita Portier Antill, 87, cied Sunday, July 21, 2013 at 4:15AM. She was a native and resident of Houma. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 23, 2013 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. Wednesday, July 24, 2013 from 9:00am to 11:00am at First United Methodist Church Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at 11:00am at First United Methodist Church. Burial: Bayou Black Cemetery. She is survived by her son, Gordon Antill, Jr. and his wife Carol of Gibson, her daughter,Peggy Antill Bowers and her husband Robert of Houma. She was the loving grandmother of Lesley Antill Hornigold and her husband Mike of Georgia, Justin Doiron of Houma, Clinton Doiron and his wife Berit of Berlin, Germany, Margeaux Doiron Verdin and her husband Maxie of Gibson, LA. She was also the loving great grandmother of Christianna, Porter, Megan, Bailey, and Adilyn. She is survived by her 3 sisters, Marion Portier Wunstell, Alice Portier Duplantis, Mary Portier Pellegrin and 3 brothers, Jerry Portier, Daniel Portier, and Phillip Portier. She was preceded in death by her husband Gordon Paul Antill, Sr. both her parents, Leonce and Haydee Portier, 4 of her brothers, Leonce Portier Jr., Donald Portier, Charles Portier, and Fay Portier and one sister, Betty Portier Anselmi. She was employed for many years as an elementary school teacher. Her favorite pastimes activities were working in her flower gardens and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a long time supporter of the Bayouland YMCA and the First United Methodist Church. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. The family would like to thank Haydel Hospice and The Suites at Sugar Mill Pointe of Houma. The family is requesting in lieu of flowers please send any donations to the "Aquatic Program" of the Bayouland YMCA at 103 Valhi Blvd. Houma, LA ====================== ARABIE, BARRY "BUBBA" ============================================================================= Barry "Bubba" Arabie, 54, a native and resident of Thibodaux, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2013. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church in Thibodaux. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife, Debra Lirette Arabie; mother, Essie Chiasson Arabie; son, Grant Arabie; daughter, Chelsea Arabie; brothers, Ricky Arabie and wife, Liz, and Danny Arabie and wife, Julie; and sisters, Jodi Riche and husband, James, and Lisa Mader and husband, Brad. He was preceded in death by his father, Junius Arabie; maternal grandparents, Ulyssia Morvant Chiasson and Dennis Chiasson; and paternal grandparents, Linda Guillot Arabie and Joseph Arabie. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend. His passion was fishing. He made the world a better place and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== ARCEMENT, SIDNEY ============================================================================= Sidney J. Arcement, 89, a native of Raceland and a resident of Metairie, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Friday, July 26, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Mary's Catholic Church with burial to follow in St. Mary Catholic Church cemetery in Raceland. He is survived by his wife Audrey Fournier Arcement. He was preceded in death by his parents, Olezie and Edla Bourgeois Arcement; brother, Lawrence Arcement; sisters, Hilda Arcement Fournier, Rita Arcement Chaisson, Lucille Arcement Butler, Elma Arcement Sicard, Dorothy Arcement and Inez Arcement. ====================== ARCEMENT, VERNA HIMEL BOUDREAUX ============================================================================= Verna Himel Boudreaux Arcement, 94, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Labadieville, passed away Monday, July 29, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville. A Mass of Christian burial will be at noon Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Philomena Catholic Church cemetery in Labadieville. She is survived by her son, Gerald Boudreaux and wife, Linda; sisters, Margaret Bourgeois and Lois T. Himel; grandchildren, Mynette Boudreaux and Shannon P. Boudreaux; great-grandchildren, Brandi Boudreaux, Owen T. Boudreaux and Brandon Garrett; and one great-great-grandchild, Zayn Carter Boudreaux. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Melvin Boudreaux; second husband, Noley Arcement; parents, Edgar and Henrietta Benoit Himel; brothers, Russell, Horace, and Whitney Himel; sister, Lilly Rose Gros; and one grandchild, Ryan Boudreaux. Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ====================== AUTHEMENT, DOUGLAS ANTHONY, SR. ============================================================================= September 12, 1950 - July 4, 2013 Douglas Anthony Authement Sr., 62, a native of Houma and resident of Montegut, died Thursday, July 4, 2013. Visitation was from 9 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday, July 9 at Samart Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral services was at noon Tuesday at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Guillot Authement; sons, Douglas Authement Jr. and wife, Betty, David Authement and companion, Elizabeth Bourg, Brandon Authement and wife, April, Dylan Authement, and Johnny Authement and wife, Tonia; daughters, Belinda Theriot and husband, Artie, Amanda Authement, Adrienne Authement, and Joann Evelyn; brothers, Dudley Authement and wife, Susan, Clarence Authement Jr. and wife, Loretta, and Myron Authement and wife, Tammy; sister, Darlene Guidry and husband, Gordon; 22 grandchildren, Annette, Douglas III, Trent, Kathy and Hannah, David II and Kaitaline, Cody, Mariah and Alyssa, Brock, Gabrielle, Noah, Brayden, Jeramy, Chelsea, Elizabeth, Skyler, Dion Jr., Chasity, Shaterra, and Nakesha; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Authement Sr.; mother, Pearly White; and brother, Byron Authement. ====================== AUTIN, DORIS ============================================================================= Doris N. Autin, 81, a native of Lockport and resident of Raceland, died at 11:42 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Mary Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Steven E. Autin; sons, Steven John Autin, Kurt (Suzanne) Autin, Sean (Janice) Autin, Dom Autin and Rowdy (Torrie Carpenter) Autin; brothers, Shelton Triche, Weldon "Chunky" Triche; sisters Elaine Gaude and Rosalie Falterman; 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Nora Triche Naquin; daughter-in-law, Laurie Autin; brothers, Eddie Triche Jr., Warren Triche, O'Neal "Slim" Triche and sisters, Earline T. LeGleu and Mary Louise T. Griffin. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland in charge of arrangements. ====================== AYO, GLORIA ZERINGUE ============================================================================= Gloria Zeringue Ayo, 81, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:45 p.m. Friday, July 12, 2013. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her sons, Samuel Paul Ayo and wife, Susan, and Dwayne Ayo; daughters, Karen Ayo Ellender and husband, Kenneth, Gayle Marie Ayo, and Terri Ayo Toups and husband, Garry; grandchildren, Krissy Hightower, Lindsay Ellender, Landon Ellender, Blake Toups, and Brennan Toups; two great- grandchildren; and brother, Clifton Zeringue. She was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Lezin Ayo; daughter, Pamela Faye Ayo; parents, Alphonse Abel Zeringue and Annette Pitre Zeringue; brothers, Simon, Norman, Alphonse, Raymond, and Ernest Zeringue; and sisters, Viola Bourgeois, Bessie Moore, and Bertha Barras. She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society . Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements ====================== BABIN, ETHEL M. ============================================================================= (Died July 9, 2013) Ethel Marcel Babin, 89, died Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 10:50 AM. She was a native of Houma, LA and resident of Houma, LA. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 12, 2013 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. and Saturday, July 13, 2013 from 8:00am to 10:00am at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at 10:00AM at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. Burial: St. Francis de Sales Cemetery #2. She is survived by her, Son: Larry Babin and wife Ginny, Daughters: Elaine Pontiff and husband Kerry,and Christine Dupre and husband Don, Brothers: Junel Marcel, Louis Marcel, Norman Marcel and Kurt Marcel, Sisters: Rita Mae Porche, Louise Porche and Alice Clark, Grandchildren: Stuart Babin, Rachael Yesso, Mandy Fernandez, Sandy Freeman and Great Grandchildren: Brooklynn Babin, Jadyn Yesso, Vivian and Lana Fernandez, Logan, Paisley, and Jaxon Freeman. She was preceded in death by her, Spouse: Adam Babin, Parents: Sullivan and Louise Molaison Marcel, Brother: Russell Marcel and Sister: Hazel Filce. She was a parishioner of Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. She was in the Lions Club, worked at the Food Bank, and she was in the Legion of Mary, and the Silver Sneakers Clubs. The family would like to thank Heritage Manor and South Louisiana Hospice. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. ====================== BAKER, EDISON "BOOYA", SR. ============================================================================= (Died July 16, 2013) BAKER: EDISON J. "BOOYA" BAKER, SR., a retired cook offshore, died Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at his residence in Thibodaux, LA. He was 71, and a native of Thibodaux, LA. Visiting at St. Luke Catholic Church from 9:00am to the Mass of Chrisitian Burial at 11:00am, Monday, July 20, 2013. Burial in St. Luke Catholic Church cemetery in Thibodaux, LA. Survived by his wife, Adelle J. Baker of Napoleonville, LA; 3 daughters, Suzanne Baker and Kendra Duncan of Thibodaux, LA, and Danna Baker of Baldwin, LA; 2 sons, Edison Baker, Jr., and Malcolm J. Baker of Thibodaux, LA; 2 sisters, Gloria Thompson of Columbia, SC, and Victoria Beo of Houma, LA; Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Emilke and Lula Johnson Baker; 3 sisters, Geraldine Wright, Patrick Oubre, and Josephine Jones; 4 brothers, Norman Southall, Edward, Clyde, and Felton Baker. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Thibodaux, LA U.S. Veteran ====================== BECNEL, TIMOTHY "SCOTT" ============================================================================= July 17, 2013 Timothy "Scott" Becnel, 48, a native of Vacherie and resident of Chackbay, LA passed away on July 17, 2013. Visitation will be on Sunday, July 21, 2013 from 4:00 PM till 8:00 PM at Thibodaux Funeral Home in Thibodaux, LA and on Monday, July 22, 2013 from 8:00 AM till funeral time at Our Lady of Prompt Succor in Chackbay, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 AM at Our Lady of Prompt Succor. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery He is survived by his wife, Terrie Gros Becnel; children, Layne Becnel and Whitney Becnel; parents, Leroy and Ruth Martinez Becnel; brother, Duane Becnel and wife Stephanie; sisters, Rachael Bourgeios and husband Larris, Angel Becnel and husband Wilson; maternal grandmother, Frances Martinez; numerous nieces, nephews; beloved pets, Buster Brown and Charlie Brown. Preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Valley Martinez; paternal grandparents, Amelus Becnel and wife Leona Stein Becnel. He was a long time employee of Dow Chemical/Union Carbide in St. Charles Parish. He was a mentor to his family and friends. He was a caring person, always willing to help anyone that his path crossed whether it was a friend, neighbor or a stranger on the street. He was loved and will be missed by his family and friends. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc is in charge of arrangements ====================== BELLANGER, MARY ============================================================================= Mary Kay Bellanger, 68, a native and resident of Lockport, passed away at 3:20 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at her residence. Private graveside services were held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by her husband, Ernest Bellanger Sr.; son, Ben Pontiff and wife, Donna; daughters, Kelly Koll and husband, Matt, and Tracy McKinley and husband, Chuck; stepsons, Ernie Bellanger Jr. and wife, Elissa, Tony Bellanger and wife, Crystal, and Jody Bellanger; and grandchildren, Brennan, Leia, Gabrielle, Heather and Emma. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Maude LeBlanc Delaune.Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== BERGERON, DAVID ============================================================================= David P. Bergeron, 64, a native and resident of St. John community, was born June 21, 1949 and passed away Monday, July 8, 2013. A Mass of Christian burial was Friday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, with burial in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church cemetery. He is survived by his ex-wife, Cheryl Melancon Bergeron; daughters, Tracy Bergeron Richard and husband, Ricky, and Brandi Bergeron Benoit and husband, Mack; brother, Thomas E. Bergeron Jr. and wife, Edie; sisters, Bonnie Bergeron Stagni and husband, Arthur, and Rachelle Wright; and four grandchildren, Austin Richard, Abby Richard, Madison Benoit and Noah Benoit. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas E. Bergeron Sr. and Elsie Guidry Bergeron. He will be greatly missed by all. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== BERGERON, GLORIA GAUTREAUX ============================================================================= Gloria Gautreaux Bergeron, 70, a native and resident of Houma, died at 1:20 a.m. Friday, July 12, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Michael Bergeron; children, Kevin Lapeyrouse and companion, Ouida Sewell, Tracy Lapeyrouse, Brian Lapeyrouse and wife, Gwen, Craig Lapeyrouse and wife, Angie, Bridget Dupre and husband, Tim, and Sabrina Bergeron and husband, Wesley French; grandchildren, Tiffany Lapeyrouse, Brittany Trosclair, Bethany Lapeyrouse, Jacob Bergeron, Christy Lapeyrouse, Hannah Lapeyrouse and Eric French; step-grandchildren, Margot, Jase and Kylee Dupre; brother, Leroy Gautreaux; brothers-in-law, Alan Bergeron and wife, Evonn, James Bergeron and Charles Bergeron; and sisters-in-law, Ester Lirette and husband, Junius, Margie Davaine, Audrey Ellender and Althea Meyet. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence Gautreaux and Clothilde Boudreaux Gautreaux; brother, Lawrence Gautreaux; sisters, Beulah Darcey, Eulah Cadiere and Betty Pitre; brothers-in-law, Joe Bourgios, Eugene Bergeron, Bergis Landry and Roy Bergeron; and sisters-in-law, Bessie Pierilliou and Bridget Bergeron. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church and a member of the Lady's Altar Society. She was a loving mother and wife who will be sadly missed. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== BERNARD, RAOUL "YOCKEY" ============================================================================= Raoul Joseph "Yockey" Bernard, 86, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, July 13, 2013. A memorial mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Beth Steiner Bernard; sons, Douglas and wife, Joan, Stephen and wife, Jane, Bob and wife, Kitty, Michael and wife, Adeline, Matthew and wife, Michelle, and Adrian and wife, Nancy; daughters, Betsy Roques and husband, John, and Susan Callahan and husband, Mike; 17 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Raoul "Rox" and Elda Clement Bernard; sisters, Verna Clause, Mim Clause, Lucy Brown, Ida Bernard, and Dot Caillouet; and brothers, Major Junior Bernard and Wilbert "Doodie" Bernard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Genevieve Elementary School or E.D. White Catholic High School. Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ====================== BONVILLAIN, VERLIN (Died July 12, 2013) ============================================================================= Verlin Joseph Bonvillain, 86, died Friday, July 12, 2013 at 2:49 PM. He was a native and resident of Houma, LA. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 from 9:00 AM until service time at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Callahan Bonvillain, Houma, LA, sons, Mark Bonvillain and wife Cindy, Houma, LA, Chris Bonvillain and wife Carol, Lafayette, LA, Gary Bonvillain and wife Tiffany, Houma, LA, daughters, Jan Robichaux and husband Bryan, Bourg, LA, Lisa Avet and husband Sterling, Houma, LA, Donna Mazarac and husband Kevin, Houma, LA, grandchildren, Brandi Dempster and husband Jonathan, Joshua Heffker, Brad Robichaux, Scott Blanchard, Brett Triplett and husband Andrew, Reed Bonvillain, Amy Bonvillain, Derek Bonvillain, Kelsey Bonvillain, Kyla Bonvillain, Alaina Bonvillain, Paul Mazarac, Ella Mazarac, great grandchildren, Christopher Parfait, MaKayla Parfait, Dawson Collins, Brent Parfait, Kinslee Heffker, Jude Blanchard, London Castille, step great grandchild, Preslie Dempster,and sister, Miriam Bonvillain Hebert and husband Vince. He was preceded in death by his son, Dale Bonvillain, parents, Edgar and Ella Guidry Bonvillain; brothers, Hallie Bonvillain, Eulan Rodrigue, and Houston Rodrigue; sisters, Hallet Moreaux, Madeline Gordon, Consuelo Mobley and Grace Lyons; Wilma Bonvillain Boudreaux and infant sister, Doris Bonvillain. Verlin was an Oilfield Construction Foreman with Pennzoil for thirty six years. He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War as a Staff Sergeant. He was a lifelong bowler, hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed spending time with his family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. U.S. Veteran ====================== BOUDREAUX, HELEN "TEETSIE" (SAMPAY) ============================================================================= Helen "Teetsie" Marie Sampay Boudreaux, 71, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, passed away at 2:04 a.m. Tuesday, June 11, 2013. Burial was in Bayou Black Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Dallas Joseph Boudreaux Sr.; sons, Keith Sr. and wife, Janice, of Thibodaux, and Dallas Jr. and wife, Candy Boudreaux, of Houma; daughters, Donna and husband, Darrell Lapeyrouse and Tammy Boudreaux, all of Houma; sisters, Anna Mae Falcon, Shirley Bourgeois and Ann Marie Delaune; grandchildren, Keith Boudreaux Jr, Nicole Boudreaux and companion, Tippy Tipton, Lucille, Beth and Austin Boudreaux, Travis Bergeron and wife, Keneisha, Chad LeBlanc, Lacey and husband, David Triche, Haley Lapeyrouse and companion, Ralph Britt, Devin Lapeyrouse, Mindy Orgeron and Kristen Leonard; step-grandson, Blake Melancon; great-grandchildren, Brayden Roell, Brooklyn Eschete, Kiara and Bryson Boudreaux, Isaiah Willis and Savannah and baby Triche; and step-great-granddaughter, Destiny Melancon. She was preceded in death by her parents, Early and Ruby Arceneaux Sampay; brothers, Warren and Gordon Sampay; grandmother, Donna Hebert Arceneaux; and sisters, Betty Karpenski, Evelyn Portier, Mable Bonvillain and Barbara Solet. The family would like to extend special thanks to Tulane Abdominal Transplant and Cancer Center, special family friend, Dawn Plaisance and St. Joseph Hospice in Thibodaux. She was a retired school bus driver for Terrebonne Parish School System for 27 years who loved cooking, going to the casinos and spending time with family and friends. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== BOUDREAUX, JOSHUA ============================================================================= Joshua Paul Boudreaux, 33, a native and resident of Bayou Blue, died at 11:24 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with a private burial to be held by the family at a later date. He is survived by his parents, Donald "Spike" Boudreaux and Gwen Poole Boudreaux, of Bayou Blue; brother, Jarryd Boudreaux, of Bayou Blue; grandparents, Geraldine Hebert Boudreaux and late husband, John Julius Boudreaux, of Thibodaux, and Joy Porche Poole and late husband, H.K. Poole, of Houma; godmother, Judy Boudreaux Percle, of Schriever; and many uncles, aunts, cousins and one godchild. He was preceded in death by his godfather, Timothy "Big Poe" Porche; and uncle, Corey Boudreaux. He was employed by Energy Fishing Tools of Houma. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends and also his beloved pets, Johnny "Rebel" and Jolie Black. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== BOURGEOIS, BRIDGET ============================================================================= Bridget “Bea” Valerie Danos Bourgeois, 88, a life-long native of Raceland, broke the surly bonds of earth entering eternal rest on July 17, 2013. Relatives and friends are invited to share in the final farewell in her honor from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 22, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church with burial to follow in St. Mary Catholic Church cemetery in Raceland. She was survived by her daughters, Aline Bourgeois Cheramie, husband Michael and Elaine Bourgeois Foret, husband Kenneth; 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Armance and Joseph Danos; brother, Paul Danos; step sister, Aline Sevin Theriot and step brother, Joseph Sevin. ====================== BOURGEOIS, ELLIS, SR. ============================================================================= July 17, 2013 Ellis J. Bourgeois Sr., 69, a native of Bayou Gauche and resident of Green Acres, died at 10:50 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2013. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Paradis. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in St. Gertrude Cemetery in Des Allemands. He is survived by his wife, Carol S. Bourgeois; sons, Ellis (Lana) Bourgeois Jr. and Cody (Sonia) Bourgeois; brothers, Kirk, Doyle, Norbert and Rowdy Bourgeois; sisters Sybil Kaiser and Patricia Franchebois; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norbert and Nora Bourgeois; and sister, Sharlene Davis. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== BOURG, GISELLE (ROGERS) ============================================================================= Giselle Rogers Bourg, 56, a native and resident of Houma, died Monday, July 1, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday from 8 a.m. until funeral home Saturday at Samart Funeral Home in Houma. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband, Leo Bourg Jr.; sons, Shane Rogers and Kevin Bourg; daughter, Kelly Achee; sisters, Sue Folse, Wanda Boudreaux and Denise Brunet; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis Rogers Jr. and Carolyn Hebert Rogers. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== BREAUX, MARIE LOUISE ============================================================================= Marie Louise Savoie Breaux, 83, a native of Valentine, and a resident of Mathews, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2013 at 10:37 p.m. in Houma. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. service on Wednesday, July 10, at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews with burial to follow at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by her sons, Eugene Rodrigue, Jr. and wife Deanie, Gary Rodrigue and wife Ann, Garwin Breaux and wife Pam; daughters, Kathleen Folse and husband Charles and Karla Breaux and companion Jose Gonzales; brother, Rudy Savoie and wife Nellie; 17 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Eugene Rodrigue, Sr. and her second husband Gordon Breaux; parents Ellis and Daisy Blanchard Savoie and brothers Oray Savoie, Sr. and Ronald Savoie. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ====================== BURNS, THERESE ============================================================================= Funeral services for Therese’ Marguerite Chouest Burns, 88, of Natchez, passed away on July 20, 2013 at 11 a.m. Services will be held on Tuesday, July 23 at St. Mary Basilica. Burial will follow at Natchez City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, July 22 at St. Mary Basilica and 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 23 until service time. She was the daughter of Euzebe “Neb” Chouest and Annette Ordoyne Chouest; wife of Peter Burns, Sr. She was preceded in death by husband of 66 years, Peter Theophile Burns, Sr. and sister, Elsie Chouest. She is survived by children, daughters, Annette Burns and husband Charles, Ann Shaidnagle and husband James, Melanie Kennedy and husband Rick; sons, Parnell Burns, Peter Burns Jr. and wife Diane, John Burns and Michael McGehee, David Burns and wife Shirley, Paul Burns and wife Laura; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, great great grandchildren; siblings, Hazel Faulk; sisters in law, Ann Elizabeth B. Garrity, Alice W. Burns; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. ====================== CALLAIS, GERTRUDE ============================================================================= A mass of Christian burial was held on July 25 at 12 noon at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose for Gertrude Marie Crosby Callais, 71, a native and resident of Larose, who passed away on July 22, 2013. Visitation was from 10 a.m. till 12 noon service at the church. Burial was at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Cut Off. She is survived by husband of 56 years, Laurie John Callais; son, Timmy John Callais and wife Margaret; daughter, Loretta C. Orgeron; brother, Joseph Crosby; sister, Rose Crosby Worley; grandchildren, Kristy Bellanger Chouest and husband Bo, Roddy Bellanger and wife Brooke, Olivia Callais and fiancé Julien Constantin, Emily Callais and Ty Orgeron; great grandchildren, Kaelyn Bellanger, Lane Chouest and soon to be Baden Bellanger. She was preceded in death by parents, Urbin and Marie Crosby; brother, Carlton Crosby and Vincent Crosby; sister, Emma Lois Crosby Worley. She was a parishioner of Holy Rosary Church and a member of the Holy Name Society. ====================== CAMPBELL, CURTIS ============================================================================= DIED: July 24, 2013 Curtis J. Campbell, 67, a native and resident of Thibodaux, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2013, at his residence. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Moses Baptist Church Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Pamela Campbell; daughters, Rochelle Campbell Howard and husband, Shawn, and Shawn Campbell Gordon; brother, John Campbell and wife, Mary Ann; sisters, Estelle Campbell Jones and Clara Campbell Edmonds and husband, Whitney; sister-in-law, Marie Campbell; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Campbell Sr. and Alice Campbell; brothers, Henry Jr., Eddie, Raymond, Joseph, and Willie Campbell; brother-in- law, Russell Jones; and sisters, Ruby Campbell Brown and Thelma Campbell Franklin. Falgout Funeral Homes in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== CANDIES, PAUL B. ============================================================================= (Died July 21, 2013) Paul B. Candies, 72, died July 21, 2013, life long resident of Des Allemands, LA. Visitation from 1PM until Memorial Service time at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral Life Center Wednesday, July 24, 2013. Memorial Services will be at 4PM Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Rita Daigle Candies; sons, Paul B. “PB” Candies, II and wife Anne Hymel Candies and Brett M. Candies and wife Kimberly Revels Candies; brothers, Otto B. Candies, Jr. and Kevin S. Candies; grandchildren, Devin, Cade and Mary Frances Candies. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto B. Candies and Agnes Hatty Candies. In lieu of flowers the family request instead donations to NSU Foundation/John Folse Culinary Institute P.O. Box 2074, Thibodaux, LA 70310, E.D. White Catholic High School Band 555 Cardinal Drive, Thibodaux, LA 70301, NOCCA Institute (New Orleans Center for the Creative Arts) 2800 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70117 and Racers for Christ P.O. Box 1208, Gilbert, AZ 85299 . Landry’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements ====================== CASKEY, ANITA ============================================================================= (Died July 17, 2013) Anita Leonard Caskey, 56, a native and resident of Bayou Black, died Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at 1:55 PM. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2013 from 8:00 AM until service time at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 10:00 AM at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Bayou Black Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Revis L. Caskey; son, Jonathan P. Pellegrin, Jr.; daughter, Tonia Pellegrin Bergeron; step-son, Lamar Caskey; sister, Linda L. Babin; brother, C.J. Leonard; and a loving granddaughter, Hallie Ann Letchworth. She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence J. Leonard and mother, Inez "Rose" Hebert Leonard. She loved socializing with friends and family and took it hard when complications and progression of her MS started restricting these activities. She was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. ====================== CHAISSON, LOIS ============================================================================= (Died July 28, 2013) Lois Chaisson, 72, died Sunday, July 28, 2013. She was a native of Columbia, Miss. and resident of Houma, LA. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 from 9:00am to 11:00am at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 11:00am at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial: Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. She is survived by her, Life long friend and Close Companion: Terry Chaisson, Son: James Chaisson and wife Vicky, Daughters: Laurie Chaisson Landry and husband Todd, and Kristie Chaisson Portier and husband Jody, Brothers: Roger Stuckey and David Stuckey, Sisters: Carolyn Ray, and Edith Harrell and husband DS, Grandchildren: James Chaisson Jr, Jeremy Chaisson, Alexander Landry, Lane Portier, Kyle Barker, and Jade Portier, Great Grandchildren: Caleb Chaisson, Meredyth Chaisson and Parker Chaisson. She was preceded in death by her, Parents:Gaston and Edith Patrick Stuckey. She was a member of the Marine Corps League Aux. She loved to work in her gardens, enjoyed fishing, and cooking for her family. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. ====================== SISTER MARGUERITE ANNE CHAMPAGNE ============================================================================= Sister Marguerite Anne Champagne S.F.C.C., 88, a native of Lockport, and a resident of Raceland, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2013 at 10:50 p.m. in Houma. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, July 11 at 10 a.m. at St. Hilary Catholic Church in Mathews. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. till 10 a.m. service with burial at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport. She is survived by her brother, Patrick D. Champagne and sister, Marie C. Bergeron. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Emilienne Richard Champagne; brothers, Hubert Champagne, Robert Champagne, Rev. Rene Champagne C.P., John Champagne, Richard Champagne and sisters, Lucille C. LeBlanc, Vivian C. Dolen, Rita C. Creswell and Helen C. Gautreaux. Falgout Funeral homes in charge of arrangements. ====================== CHAMPAGNE, RICHARD ============================================================================= February 2, 1934 - July 22, 2013 Richard F. Champagne, 79, a native and resident of Theriot, died Monday, July 22,, 2013. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Eloi Catholic Cemetery in Theriot. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Marie Champagne; son, David Champagne and wife, Linette, and Paul Champagne and wife, Nadine; daughter, Jennifer Toups and husband, Charles; grandchildren, Courtney Champagne, Jeffery Champagne, Christopher Champagne, Jessica Denson, Julie Geist and Kevin Alimia; and great- grandchildren, Trey Koldys, Blaine Denson and Aiden Champagne. He was preceded in death by his parents, Constant Champagne and Bessie Theriot Champagne Hebert; brothers, Donald and Julius Champagne; sister, Garnet Click; and grandchild, Eli Champagne. ====================== CHAMPAGNE, VERNON ============================================================================= (Died July 5, 2013) Vernon Joseph Champagne, 92, died Friday, July 5, 2013 at 12:40 PM. He was a native and resident of Houma, LA. Visitation will be held on Monday, July 8, 2013 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. Tuesday, July 9, 2013 from 9:00am to 11:00am at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 11:00am at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. Burial: St. Francis de Sales Cemetery #2. He is survived by his, Sons: Vernon Champagne and wife Catherine, and Tommy Champagne and wife Kim, Daughter: Judy Gaudet and husband Danny, Brother-in- Law: Alvin Bonvillain, Sister-in-Law: Marian Champagne, and Etta Lou Champagne, Grandchildren: David Gaudet, Christie Herradon, Katie Indovina, Sherry Kraemer, Verne Champagne, Brandon Champagne, Quinton Champagne and Nicole Champagne, Great Grandchildren: Megan and Hannah Gaudet, Amanda Ledet, Karley and Rebecca Herradon, Samantha and Katelyn Indovina, Justin, Hunter, and Sarah Kraemer, Conner Champagne,and Great Great Grandchildren: Jaydon and Jaxson Ledet. He was preceded in death by his, Spouse: Rose May LeBeouf Champagne, Parents: Sidney and Amanda Pitre Champagne, Son: Bernard Champagne, Brothers: Roy Champagne, Roland Champagne, Gilford Champagne, Sidney Champagne, and Raymond Champagne Sisters: Aurely Solito, Ethel Sutton and Betty Bonvillain, He was a parishioner of Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. He was retired from Butane Gas Company. Vernon was always found busy working on one project or another. He was a devoted husband to his wife and was married for 67 years. He was very proud of his children and he loved them very much. He was a member of Woodman of the World. The family would like to thank Heritage Manor for all their kindness and care. Vernon Champagne proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He fought in five major battles in Europe during the war. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. U.S. Veteran ====================== CHARPENTIER, COLBY ============================================================================= Colby Anthony Charpentier, 27, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, passed away July 21, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church with burial to follow at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano. He is survived by his companion; Ashley LeJune; mother, Arlene Charpentier; father, Glen Williams; grandparents, Veleria Charpentier and Roy Williams and numerous aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Landry Charpentier and his grandmother, Leodia Williams. He was employed by Pacific Gulf and Wire. He was an avid Saints fan and was friends to many. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ====================== CHASSANIOL, WARREN ============================================================================= Rev. Warren Chassaniol passed away on July 9, 2013. Visitation will be on Thursday, July 11 at Joseph Co-Cathedral from 8 a.m. till 10 a.m. with a mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. Burial will be in the priest’s tomb at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider contributing to the seminarian burse in Father Chassaniol’s name and send funds to the Pastoral Center, Attn: Seminarian Burse, P. O. Box 505, Schriever, LA 70395. Father Chassaniol was born on November 7, 1939, and was ordained a priest on December 18, 1965. He is the son of the late Warren Francis Chassaniol, Sr. and Victoria Marie Roux. Father Chassaniol has served in many parishes, especially as pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary in Larose, St. Andrew in Amelia and Our Lady of the Isle in Grand Isle. ====================== CHAUVIN, JOYCE ============================================================================= Joyce Marie Chauvin, 70, a native of Houma and resident of Chauvin, died Tuesday, July 2, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Chauvin. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Milfred Anthony Chauvin; daughter, Shelley Chauvin and companion, Graig LeBlanc; brother, Wilson "Joey" Porticer and wife, Debbie; brothers-in-law, Richard Chauvin and wife, Linda, Donald Chauvin and wife, Theresa, and Horace Chauvin; sister, Mary Jane Guidry and husband, Aubrey; sister-in-law, Jeanie Chauvin; grandchildren, Willie Henderson, and Neil Chauvin and fiancee, Fallon Ellender; and great-grandchild, Danny Lee Chauvin. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cyrus Lecompte and Annette Lecompte Porticer; and stepfather, Wilson Porticer. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== CHAUVIN, LORETTA ============================================================================= Loretta D. Chauvin, 74, a native of Raceland and resident of Baton Rouge, passed away Monday, July 1, 2013, at the Carpenter House. No services are planned at this time. She is survived by her son, David K. Chauvin Jr. and wife, Nicole; grandsons, David K. Chauvin III, and Cole and Cameron Kennedy; and brother, Sidney "Billy" J. Daigle Jr. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nora Soignet Gaudet; and father, Sidney J. Daigle Sr. She was a retired teacher from Terrebonne, Lafourche and East Baton Rouge parishes. She loved teaching and being a mentor to the ones she taught, and she strived to make them each feel special. She was also an avid LSU, fan especially basketball. She was a graduate of LSU and Nichols State University. She was a wonderful woman who will be missed greatly by all whose lives she touched. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to Christ the King Catholic Church on the LSU campus, 11 Fraternity Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Wilbert Funeral Home in Plaquemine is in charge of arrangements. ====================== CHERAMIE, SUZETTE ============================================================================= Suzette Cheramie, 52, a native and resident of Galliano passed away on July 13, 2013. Visitation will be held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home on Thursday, July 18 from 9 a.m. till funeral service in the chapel at 11 a.m. with a private burial at a later date. She is survived by companion, Dwayne Adams; brothers, Johnny Rodrigue, Richard Billiot; sister, Elizabeth Falgout. She was preceded in death by parents, Bernice Cheramie and Mae Ellen Danos. ====================== CHIASSON, AIRLINA "LYNN" MORVANT ============================================================================= September 3, 1924 - July 19, 2013 Airlina "Lynn" Morvant Chiasson, 88, a native and resident of Choupic, Louisiana, passed away on July 19, 2013. Se was born on September 3, 1924. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 23, 2013 from 8:00 am to 10:30 am at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay, Louisiana. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 am at the church followed by interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church cemetery in Chackbay. Se is survived by her husband Darrel Chiasson; sons, Wilbar Chiasson & wife Connie, Stephan Chiasson & wife Diane, Ricky Chiasson & wife Cecile; daughter, Mary Clement & husband Norman; 9 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; sister, Victoria Benoit. She is preceded in death by parents, Levi Morvant & Cecelia Ponvelle Morvant; brothers, Adley, Eves, Early, & Sydney Morvant; sister, Medise Tabor. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== CHIASSON, CHESTER JOSEPH, JR. ============================================================================= November 20, 1951 - July 17, 2013 Chester Chiasson Jr., 61, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2013. He was a native and resident of Thibodaux, Louisiana. He was born November 20, 1951. Visitation will be from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church in Thibodaux, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 am at the church followed by burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his spouse, Kathleen Naquin Chiasson; son, Steven Chiasson & spouse Melizia Prosperie Chiasson; daughter, Christy Chiasson & companion Glenn Robertson; son, Ronnie Chiasson & spouse Melissa Davis Chiasson; grandchildren, Lane Chiasson & Chloe Chiasson; father, Chester Chiasson Sr. & stepmother Beverly Moreau Chiasson; brother, Ronald Chiasson; sister, Cheryl Crittenden; sister, Cathy Babin; step-grandchildren, Layla Louviere & Joey Louviere. He was preceded in death by his mother, Peggy Usey Chiasson; brother, Kenneth Chiasson; grandmothers, Edith Chiasson & Cecilia Usey; grandfathers, Joseph Chiasson & Charles Usey. He was a lifelong oilfield worker. He worked as a consultant for Eagle Consulting. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Thibodaux Funeral Home of Thibodaux, LA is in charge of arrangements. ====================== CLECKLER, MILDRED "MILLII" AUTIN ============================================================================= Mildred "Millii" Autin Cleckler, 90, passed peacefully in her sleep at home Friday, July 12, 2013. She was born Dec. 13, 1922, in Houma to Gibson J. and Felicia J. Autin, the sixth of seven children. The family will receive friends and family from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park Cemetery. She is survived by her children, Stephen Paul (Cathi) Konieczka, Dianne Konieczka (David) Bonvillain and Anita Konieczka Heck; sister, Rosemary Wolfe; grandchildren, Brett, Brian and Lauren Bonvillain, Eli, Dustin and Justin Konieczka; and great-grandchildren, Peyton and Sebastian Bonvillain, and Christian, Cullen and Lydia Konieczka. She was preceded in death by her husband, D.E. "Cleck" Cleckler; parents, Gibson J. and Felecia Dufrene Autin; stepmother, Augustine Pizane Autin; son, Frank "Mickey" Konieczka; son-in-law, David Talbot Heck; brothers, Gibson Jr., Arnold, Buford, Lloyd and J.C. Autin; and sisters, Audrey Buquet and Pearl "Pam" Miller. Millii graduated from St. Francis de Sales Academy in 1939 and graduated from Solei Business College, after which she joined the U.S. Marines where she served her country during World War II from 1943 to 1945. She was employed for many years at SLECA as assistant to the manager and retired in 1984. She loved the Lord and serving her church. She also loved going to garage sales and traveling with her husband in their camper visiting new places and meeting new people. She loved her family and friends who all will miss her deeply. The family is grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers and support in many heart-felt forms recently and over the years from too many people to name individually but including special friends, Verna Buquet, Ruby Ellender and Sheri Kaiser. The family is also grateful to her caregivers and friends, Claudette Hite, Leigh Ann Berthelot, Tina Robertson and the staff at Haydel Memorial Hospice, especially Carol. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== COOKS, CARRIL "POOCHIE", JR. ============================================================================= Carril "Poochie" J. Cooks Jr., 46, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houma, passed away Sunday, June 30, 2013, in Morgan City. The family requests that visitation be observed from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Hargrave Funeral Home in Morgan City. Visitation will resume from 10 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Bethel Pentecostal Church in Patterson. A celebration of Carril's life will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with military honors following in the Morgan City Cemetery. He is survived by his loving daughter, Janessa Cooks, of San Francisco, Calif.; loving son, Caleb Cooks, of Fort Walton, Fla.; daughters, Courtney and Hailey Verret, of Houma; brothers, Romal Cooks, of Bentonville, Ark., and Harold Cooks, of San Diego, Calif.; sister, Angla Mosely, of Patterson; paternal grandmother, Mabel Stepter, of New Orleans; first wife, Doris Cooks, of San Jose, Calif.; second wife, Dawn Verret-Cooks, of Houma; a very close cousin, Brian Washington; one nephew; one niece; and a host of cousins, extended family, law enforcement family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Carril J. Cooks Sr.; mother, Mary Lee Meade Cooks; maternal grandfather, Adam Meade; maternal grandmother, Leola Meade; and paternal grandfather, Paul Cooks. Carril was a God fearing man. He was generous, outgoing, kindhearted and adventurous. Most importantly, Carril was one who helped others, taking pleasure in giving aid when needed. Never was he seen with a frown on his face but rather with a bright smile, as that was his nature. In 1986, Carril joined the U.S. Armed Forces, where he proudly served for eight years. While in the U.S. Army, he obtained the rank of Sergeant First Class and served in Operation Desert Storm. While serving, Carril received the Purple Heart for valor shown in battle for injuries sustained while saving another solder's life, a fact that his family is exceedingly proud off. Growing up, Carril had a dream of becoming a law enforcement officer, a dream which came true when he joined the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office and later the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office. He began his career at the St. Mary's Parish Sheriff's Office as a road deputy in 2007. He moved into the St. Mary's Parish Sheriff's Office Narcotics Division in 2009. In addition to his position as a narcotics detective, Carril also served as a member of the St. Mary's Parish Sheriff's Office Special Response Team and worked as a training instructor in the academy. His dedication to service and the security of our community will continue on through those he worked with and taught. Though loyally serving his community with the Sheriff's Office, Carril also socialized with numerous groups in the parish. A Masonic member since the late '80s, he also was a boxing instructor and took time out of his schedule to mentor and work with local youth in the community. His favorite pastime was riding with the Khaotic RiderZ of Morgan City, a group for which he was Road Captain. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Hargrave Funeral Home in Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ====================== CORDE, OSCAR DUGAS "LUCKY" LAINE ============================================================================= Oscar Dugas "Lucky" Laine Corde, 93, was born Jan. 23, 1920, in New Orleans, and resided in Napoleonville. He died peacefully at his home early Monday morning, July 15, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Anne Catholic Church cemetery in Napoleonville. He is survived by his son, Paul L. Corde and wife, Tresa; daughter, Rita Corde Cade and husband, Jerry; daughter, Sister Thérèse of the Holy Face OCD (Kelley Corde); five grandchildren, Stephanie Corde Brescher and husband, Jordy, Ryan Corde, Kristen Corde, Sarah Cade Wade and husband, Bill, and Matthew Sean Cade and wife, Penny; eight great-grandchildren, Emily, Cameron, Gabrielle, Bailey, Rylee, Brantlee, Jace and Addisyn. He was preceded in death by his birth parents, Louis and Julia Feliu Laine; adoptive parents, Louis and Enola Clifton Corde; wife, L. Lorraine Kelley Corde; brothers, John, Louis, and Joseph Laine; sister, Hazel Laine; infant daughter, Carol Laine Corde; and granddaughter, Christina Little. Oscar attended Napoleonville schools and graduated from Catholic High School in Donaldsonville. He served in World War II in the European theater and attended Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, on the GI bill and became an accountant. He was an active contributor to the community giving of his time, talent and resources. He was a member of the American Legion, the VFW, the Knights of Columbus, and he supported the Napoleonville Fire Department. He served as a town alderman and on the South Central Planning Commission. He retired as tax collector for Assumption Parish in 1985. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to the Assumption Parish Council on Aging, 166 Hwy. 1008, Napoleonville, LA 70398 or to the Napoleonville Volunteer Fire Department, Napoleonville V.F.D., P.O. Box 911, Napoleonville, LA 70390. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== CRABTREE, LUKE ============================================================================= Luke Grayson Crabtree, infant, a native and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, July 9, 2013. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Bayou Blue Assembly of God Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in Rogers Cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Jonathan and Hannah Eschete Crabtree; grandparents, Phil and Telisa Crabtree, Paula Hattaway, and Brian and Gloria Eschete; and great-grandparents, Val and Teresa Mott, Yvonne Mott, Peaches Volken, and Sarah Eschete. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Gordie and Hilda Smith, Amos Crabtree, Jack Hattaway and Allen Eschete. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== CROCHET, NORA ============================================================================= A mass of Christian burial will be held on July 23 at 12 noon at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off for Nora T. Crochet, 96, a native and resident of Cut Off, who passed away on July 21, 2013 at 3:14 a.m. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. till 12-noon service at the church with burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Cut Off. She is survived by sons, Elmore J. Crochet, Jr. and wife Evelia, Elmer Crochet and wife Lola and Brian Crochet and wife Reba; daughter, Cheryl Spurlock; sister, Judy Henderson; brother, Terry Terrebonne; 9 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband Elmore J. Crochet, Sr.; parents, Rene and Celine G. Terrebonne; daughter, Levine Crochet; brothers, Jesty Terrebonne, Rene Terrebonne and Wilsey Terrebonne; and sister, Doris Laboard. ====================== CUROLE, TIMOTHY J. "TIMMY", SR ============================================================================= Timothy J. "Timmy" Curole Sr., a native of Des Allemands and resident of Paradis, died Tuesday, July 9, 2013. Funeral services were held on Monday, with a private burial at a later date. He is survived by his wife, Tammy E. Curole; sons, Timothy J. Curole Jr. and wife, Telisha, and Drew "D" Rivet and wife, Winta; daughters, Katina "Kay" Curole, Dawn Rivet and Amber Curole; brothers, Whitney "Junior" Curole Jr., and Anthony "Tony" Curole; and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Whitney Curole Sr. and Adrellia Hotard Curole; and brother, Kerry Curole. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Raceland was in charge of arrangements. ====================== DAGGS, JESSIE MAE SHERMAN ============================================================================= (Died July 18, 2013) JESSIE MAE SHERMAN DAGGS, a homemaker, died Thursday, July 18, 2013 at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. She was 97, a native of Dorseyville, LA and a resident of Napoleonville, LA. Visiting at Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Friday, July 26, 2013. Visiting at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church in Napoleonville from 9:00am to Religious Services at 11:00am Saturday July 27, 2013. Burial in Bright Morning Star Baptist Church cemetery in Napoleonville. Survived by 3 Daughters, Betty Daggs of New Orleans, LA, Patricia D. James of Houston, TX, and Cynthia D. Carter (Daniel) of Napoleonville, LA; 2 sons, Matthew (Ernestine) Daggs, and Rudy Daggs, all of Napoleonville, LA; 3 sisters, Emelda (Edward) Parker of Napoleonville, LA, Annie B. Heims of Dorseyville, LA, and Ruth Johnson of Plattenville, LA; Also 14 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, Willie Daggs; 1 son, Charles Daggs; 1 sister, Irma Buggage; 4 brothers, Lawrence, Rev. Phillip, Sullivan, and Leo Sherman. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, La ====================== DANOS, BELINDA ============================================================================= Belinda Danos, 53, a native and resident of Cut Off, passed away July 6 2013. Visitation will take place on Tuesday July 9, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. till funeral time. Funeral mass will begin at 11:00 a.m. with burial following in Sacred Heart Catholic Church cemetery. She is survived by her daughters Cassie Adams and husband David and Dana Danos; grandchildren Brennon Arceneaux and Beau Adams; mother Eula M. Boudoin Boudreaux; brothers Timmy Reed, Kirk Reed, Anthony Reed, Chad Boudreaux, and “Junior” Reed; and sister Priscilla Reed. She was preceded in death by her husband Dean James Danos; son Travis James Danos; father Edmund Lee Reed Sr.; brother Stewart Reed; and sister Gayle Ardoin. ====================== DANOS, LORRAINE ============================================================================= Lorraine Danos, 93, a native of Westwego and resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:55 a.m., Wednesday, June 26, 2013. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by her sons, Thomas Danos and wife, Susan, of Covington, and James Danos and wife, Patricia Fandt, of Gulf Breeze, Fla.; grandchildren, Courtney Brown and husband, Dr. Benjamin Brown, of Jacksonville, Fla., and Alicia Danos, of Mandeville; and great-grandchild, Caroline Brown. Her husband, Isaac T. Danos, preceded her in death. Both she and her late husband were respected educators. She was a teacher in the elementary schools of north Lafourche Parish, and he was a principal and administrator in the parish school board office. Upon her retirement, she enjoyed traveling the world to reinforce her strong belief in her Catholic faith and her devotion to the Virgin Mary. When she could no longer travel, she joined with others of like faith to dedicate her life to improving our world through prayer and devotions. She touched and inspired many people with her prayerful life. The family would like to express their thanks and appreciation to the attentive people of Journey Hospice for the wonderful care and kindness given to Lorraine during the last years of her life. We would also like to thank Delores Jones, her caregiver, for the friendship, kindness and compassion shown to Lorraine during the last eight years of her life. Lorraine requested that instead of flowers, memorial donations be made to Eternal Word Television Network. Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DAVIS, DORIS THOMAS ============================================================================= (Died July 19, 2013) DORIS THOMAS DAVIS, a homemaker, died Friday, July 19, 2013 at her residence in Napoleonville,LA. She was 70 and a native of Napoleonville. Visiting at Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, from 2:00pm to 4:30pm Friday, July 26, 2013. Visiting at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Napoleonville, LA from 9:00am to Religious Services at 11:00am Saturday July 27, 2013 conducted by Rev. Herman Daniels. Burial in Mt. Carmel Baptist Church cemetery in Napoleonville. Survived by 2 daughters, Stacey (Charles) Bernard of Thibodaux, LA, and Deidra (Larry) Woods of Napoleonville, LA; 1 son, Randy (Thester) Davis of Napoleonville, LA; 6 sisters, Dorothy (Ulis) Meads, Elouise (Albert) Johnson, Julia (Raymond) Keyes, Barbara (Dale) Mitchell and Erma (Robert) Cassie all of Napoleonville, LA, and Joann (Fred) Cerventes of Aurora, CO; 3 brothers, Lawrence (Margaret) Thomas, Jr. of Houston, TX, Gerald (Janice) Thomas of Napoleonville, LA, and Harold Thomas of Washington, DC; Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, Murray Davis; her long-time companion, Eddie Willis; Parents, Margaret and Lawrence Thomas, Sr.; 3 brothers, Wilbert, Samuel and Willie Thomas. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, La. ====================== DAVIS, ELIZABETH MOLAISON SAVOIE ============================================================================= Elizabeth Molaison Savoie Davis, 87, was born Oct. 11, 1925, and died Monday, July 29,2013. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at the House of Prayer in Thibodaux. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Bridget Cemetery in Schriever. She is survived by her daughters, Jane Otego and husband, Roland, Violet Samanie and husband, Ted, Frances Savoie and husband, Fred, and Darlene Savoie and husband, Lee; son Harvey Savoie; 16 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Una May Orlapp. She was preceded in death by her parents, Onezip and Bernadette Matherne Molaison; first husband, Morris Savoie; second husband, Hayward "Bro. Jitterbug" Davis; son, Norris Savoie; daughters, Deborah Savoie and Gail Fields; five sisters; and three brothers. Landry's Funeal Home in Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DEHART, NANCY (PUNCH) ============================================================================= Nancy Punch DeHart, 62, a native of Waggaman and resident of Theriot, died at 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m.Thursday and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at noon Friday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Eloi Cemetery in Theriot. She is survived by her husband, Clevis Joseph DeHart Jr., of Theriot; children, Kevin DeHart, of Metairie, Mrs. Aaron (Georgina) LaCoste and Chase DeHart and companion, Kayla Callahan, of Theriot; grandchildren, Aaron DeHart and finace, Shyanne Rodrigue, Jed LaCoste, Gage LaCoste, Cali Messemer and Landon Ledet, all of Theriot; brothers, Gerald "Jerry" and Elsie Punch, of Waggaman, Robert "Bobby" and Jeannie Punch, of Houma, Calvin Sr. "C.J." and Mary Francis Punch, of Theriot, Allen "Fatso" and Doris Punch, of Chauvin, and Alvin "PeeWee" and Ethel Punch, of Theriot; and sisters, Geraldine "Jean" Gros, of Houma, Mrs. Loran (Shirley) Dumond, of Theriot, and Mrs. Desire (Mary Nell) Callahan, of Houma. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alex Sr. and Lydia LeBeouf Punch; and two siblings, Alex Punch Jr. and Mrs. Jarrell (Dora) Jordan. She was a member of Bayou Dularge Baptist Church in Theriot. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She will be sadly missed on this Earth but is rejoicing with the Lord in Heaven. 2 Corinthians 5:8 states "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DELATTE, DANIEL ============================================================================= Daniel J. Delatte, 71, a native and resident of Choctaw, died Monday, July 15, 2013. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Choctaw Fire Recreation Center. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Fire Center, with burial in St. James Cemetery in Choctaw. He is survived by his wife, Juanita Ordoyne Delatte; children, Christina "Tina" Delatte Hebert and husband, Stanley Hebert, Bobby Delatte and companion, Marsha Trosclair, and Peggy Delatte; grandchildren, Kent Hebert, and Lexi Hebert Lanegrasse and husband, Tyler Lanegrasse; and great-grandchild, Adeline Lanegrasse; and brothers and sisters, Albert Delatte, Kliebert Delatte, Rolandberg Delatte, Joseph "Harry" Delatte, Manuel Delatte, Yvonne Hebert, Toudell Thibodaux, and Carrie Ordoyne. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew P. and Lily Tabor Delatte; and brother, Johnny Delatte. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DEMPSTER, SEDONIA (GRANIER) ============================================================================= Sedonia Granier Dempster, 92, a native of Vacherie and resident of Des Allemands, passed away at 4:57 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Houma.Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until noon Saturday at Des Allemands Mennonite Church. Funeral services will be at noon Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Gertrude Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Celestine Dempster; sons, Irvin Granier and wife, Fay, and David Granier and wife, Trudy; daughters, Adeline Foster and husband, Richard, and Loretta Landry and husband, Earl; son-in-law, Jack Matherne; stepsons, Celestine Dempster Jr. and Marvin Dempster; and stepdaughter, Diana Ledet; 17 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ivan Felix Granier; daughter, Eleanor Matherne; an infant son; parents, Andrew Clefed Dempster and Roselia Folse Dempster; stepson, Cain Dempster; stepdaughter, Sara Dupre; brothers, Wallace, Oliver, Albin and Gillis Dempster; and sisters, Lovina Dupre, Theresa Wesham, Edith Rome, Rose Blanchard and Antoinette Granier. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DEROCHE, MODEZ KRAEMER ============================================================================= Modez Marie Kraemer Deroche, 87, was born Sept. 9, 1925, and died Monday, July 29, 2013. She was a longtime resident of Terrebonne Parish. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Annunziata Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. She is survived by her children, Judy Deroche Liner and husband, Mike Liner, and Herbert Paul Deroche and wife, Kathleen Pellegrin Deroche; seven grandchildren, Mike Liner Jr. and wife, Becky, Lynette Liner Ganaway and husband, Gordon Ganaway, Penny Liner Taylor, Tonya Liner Dehart and husband, Wayne Dehart, Dawn Deroche Prosperie and husband, Dale Prosperie, Bridgette Deroche Miller and husband, Chad Miller and Corinne Deroche; brothers, Peter and LeRoy Kraemer; 16 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Duffy Joseph Deroche; parents, Eddie Kraemer and Clara Landry Kraemer; and brothers, Raymond and Chester Kraemer. She was a parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church and worked in Annunziata cafeteria. She also worked at Robbie's Po-Boys for 15 years, until she was 82.She enjoyed playing Pokeno with her friends. Modez was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, who was an amazing matriarch to her family. She will be dearly missed by all. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DIAZ, MARY ============================================================================= Mary Agnes Toups Diaz, 83, a native and resident of Lockport, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2013 at 2:48 p.m. in Lockport. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 13, at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Saturday at Holy Savior Catholic Church with burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by her son, Daniel Diaz; daughters, Melinda Mindy Baronne, Cecile Diaz, Madeline Browning and husband David and Margaret Diaz-Fugetta and husband Frank; grandchildren, Alyse and Dillon Baronne, David and Kate Browning, and Andrew and Bradley Fugetta. She was preceded in death by her husband, David D. Diaz; son-in-law, Anthony Tony Baronne; parents Joseph O. Toups, Jr. and Bessie Chiasson Toups and sister, Mary Elizabeth Daviet. In lieu of flowers donations to Alzheimer’s Association or Masses preferred. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of the arrangements. ====================== DOBSON, JOYCE ============================================================================= Joyce H. Dobson, 63, a native and resident of Larose passed away on July 14, 2013. Visitation will be held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose on Wednesday, July 17 from 10 a.m. till 12 p.m. mass of Christian burial. Burial will be in Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church cemetery in Larose. She is survived by sons, Mark (Mary) Dobson, Wayne (Susan) Dobson; daughter, Angrealique D. (Dayton) Cheramie; sister, Mary Jane Waddle; and 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents, Herbert and Mable Hebert; brothers, Leroy Hebert, Bobby Hebert, Claude Hebert and Wayne Hebert. ====================== DOLLAR, BEULAH CARLOS ============================================================================= Beulah Helena Carlos Dollar was born June 24, 1919, in Houma. She went to her heavenly home Thursday, July 11, 2013, after a wonderful life at the age of 94. Visitation will from 10 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. She is survived by her sister, Maybelle Carlos Harrell; and brothers, Leo and Julius "Turk" Carlos; her children and their spouses, John and Carol Dollar, Marlene and Mike Hallenberger, and Mary and Eddie Lusher; grandchildren, Jeff and Michele Dollar, Kim Pepper, Allison and Mike Grieb, Adri Hallenberger, Lex and Molly Hallenberger, and Jessica and Jill Lusher; and great-grandchildren, Shelby Kays, Skylar Pepper, Jonathan and Zachary Dollar and Grady Grieb. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, John T. Dollar Sr.; parents, John Herbert Carlos and Bernadette Bergeron Carlos; brothers, Herbert "Buddy" and Charles Carlos; and sister, Helen Carlos Whipple. She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She was a wonderful homemaker and an amazing creole cook. She always welcomed everyone into her home. Her life's journey took her from Houma to New Orleans to Mandeville to Peachtree City, Ga., and now back to Houma. She lived a rich and full life and was an example to us all. She will be sadly missed. In lieu of flowers, please pray for world peace and be kind to your fellow man. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DOMANGUE, IREY ANTHONY ============================================================================= March 23, 1932 - July 6, 2013 Irey Anthony Domangue, 81, a native and resident of Chauvin, died Saturday, July 6, 2013. Visitation was from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday, July 8 at Samart Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday, July 9 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Chauvin. A Mass of Christian burial was at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 9 at the church, with burial in St. Joseph's Catholic Church cemetery in Chauvin. He is survived by his son, Whalen Domangue and wife, Susan; daughter, Melissa Collins and husband, Joe; brothers, Aswell, Shaffer Jr., Eural, Mark, and Ranzell Domangue; grandchildren, Cory, Jason, Erin, and Lorin; and great-grandchildren, Natalee, Kamryn, Jared Jr., Janson, and Colin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viley Chauvin Domangue; parents, Shaffer Sr. and Alice Lapeyrouse Domangue; brother, Ewade Domangue; and sister, Rena Blanchard. ====================== DOMINIQUE, LAURA ============================================================================= Laura Zeringue, Dominique, 82, was born in Raceland on April 11, 1931 and died July 29, 2013 at her residence in Gheens. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland, and from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic Church with burial to follow in St. Mary Catholic Church cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Peter J. Dominique; six children. Keith (Peggy) Dominique, Regina D. Hadaway, Raoul (Angie) Dominique, Zachary (Susan) Dominique, Felix (Danette) Dominique, Rene (Melissa) Dominique; 16 grandchildren, Sean Bourg, Michelle (Chris) Sigur, Chad (Courtney) Hadaway, Peter (Rochelle) Dominique, Shelly Dominique, Christopher (Melissa) Dominique, Joseph (Ellen) Dominique, Ross (Caitlin) Dominique, Alan Hadaway, Nicholas Dominique, Alexandra Dominique, Rene Dominique, Natalie Dominique, Caymann Dominique, Zachary Dominique; great grandchildren, Haily, Layla, Jacob, Krislyn, Emmerson, Tyler, Cade, Adeline, Kadence; sisters, Gladys Bilello, Jeanne Luquette, Earline Pitre, Rita Pertuit and Clarabelle Matherne. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raoul and Lucia H. Zeringue; grandson, Josh Bourg; sister Louise Stevens and brothers, Clifton, Thompson, Camille, Dennis, Malcolm and Blaise Zeringue. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ====================== DOMINO, SIDONIA "TUTSY" ============================================================================= Sidonia "Tutsy" Domino, 90, a native of Franklin and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, July 12, 2013. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Thibodaux. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Domino; parents, Sam and Francis Vaccarella; sister, Rose Benoit; and brothers, Morris, Joe, Sam Jr., and Frank Vaccarella. Thibodaux Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DORSEY, JAMES "BUDDY", JR. ============================================================================= James "Buddy" Dorsey Jr., 55, a native and resident of Lockport, died Sunday, June 30, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in Holy Savior Cemetery. He is survived by his sons, Dillon Eymard and Adam Dorsey; brothers, Roddy P. (Connie) Dorsey and Darrell J. (Kerry) Dorsey. He was preceded in death by his parents James Dorsey Sr. and Stella Thibodeaux Dorsey. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DOUCET, DAWN ============================================================================= November 13, 1965 - July 6, 2013 Dawn Doucet, 47, a native and resident of Houma, died Saturday, July 6, 2013. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until funeral time Friday at Grace Lutheran Church in Houma. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Friday at the church. She is survived by her mother, Hazel Doucet; daughter, Brittany Hitt; sisters, Karlene Boudreaux and husband, Glynn, and Lisa Doucet Robichaux; brother, Garret Doucet and wife, Claire; grandchild, Emma Hitt; god children, SaSha Robichaux, David Boudreaux and Jordan Doucet; nieces and nephews, Brandi Rhodes and husband, Chris, Joshua Doucet and wife, Ricki, and Jade Doucet; great- nieces and great-nephews, Kaylea Robichaux, Ally and Hailee Doucet, Joshua Doucet Jr., Aiden Doucet, and Ethan Rhodes; and special cousin and caregiver, San. She was preceded in death by her father, Roy Doucet; and grandmother, Armita Brunett. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and caregiver. ====================== DUET, JEREMY ============================================================================= Jeremy Michael Duet, 22, a native of Hoffman Estate, Ill., and resident of Gray, died Thursday, July 11, 2013. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home.Funeral services will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. He is survived by his parents, Archie Patrick Duet and Susan Babin Duet; brother, Andrew Paul Duet; sister, Jessica Marie Due; uncles, Tony Babin, Paul Autin, and Bert Duet and wife, Mary B. Duet; aunt, Wanda D. Harrington and husband, Scott Harrington; cousins, Elizabeth Harrington, Allen Duet, and Ginger Duet Reeves; great-aunt Barbara F. Klingman: and great-uncle, Robert C. Klingman. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Roy and Malvin Hebert Duet and Gerald and Marilyn Fanguy Babin. Jeremy was a very loving person with a healing personality, which in turn led to his passions for massage therapy, herbal teas, and Tai Chi. He was a free spirit bringing happiness to everyone that was touched by his life. Jeremy had many hobbies such as hand crafting wooden bows and chain mail armor, practicing martial arts, and playing the keyboard. He lived harmoniously with nature and cared for many different animals. Most of Jeremy's days were spent putting smiles on the faces of his family and friends. He was formerly employed by AHA! Wellness Center, AVA Solutions Inc., and Domino's Pizza. He was a graduate of Central Lafourche High School in 2009 and Blue Cliff College in 2011 with a degree in massage therapy. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DUET, NECIA ============================================================================= Necia N. Duet, 92, a native of Point Au Chene and lifelong resident of Galliano, passed away July 4, 2013. Visitation will take place from 10:30 a.m. till funeral time on Monday July 8, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. Funeral Mass will begin at noon with burial following at Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by her daughters Jean Baudoin and husband Bertman, Winola Dubois, Beverly Rushing and husband David, Pamela LeCompte and husband Jerry, and Terry Pitre and husband Gary; brothers Raymond Naquin and Emery Naquin; and sister Eula Mae Egle and Elda Alida Roundtree; 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Almate Duet, parents Jean and Emelie Naquin; son Dwight T-Plug Duet; brothers Usey Naquin and Henery Naquin; and sisters Lena Gawlik, Alcide Battaglia, Enolia Vito, Lucia Guidry, Lorecia Duet, Ella Naquin, Enid Chauvin, and Cecile Levron. ====================== DUMAS, LEONA S. ============================================================================= (Died July 27, 2013) LEONA S. DUMAS: A homemaker died Saturday, July 27, 2013 at her residence in Vacherie, LA. She was 84 and a native of Vacherie. Visitations at Our Lady Of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, LA from 8:00am to Religious Services at 11:00am Thursday, Aug. 1, 2013 . Burial in Our Lady Of Peace Catholic Church cemetery in Vacherie. Survived by 6 sons, Nicholas, Whitney, Jr., Harvey, Matthew, Timothy and Brian Dumas; 4 daughters, Mary Smith, Sally Wesley, Cynthia Himes and Aileen Ferchaud; 2 sisters, Lydia Keller and Olivia Joseph; 1 brother, Elroy Steib; Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, Whitney Dumas, Sr.; Parents, Joseph and Josephia Steib Dumas; 1 brother, Paul Steib; 2 sisters, Beatrice Baptiste and Josephine Isom; a daughter, Marie Rose Dumas. She was a member of the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxilliary Court # 161 and the Good Children Society. Arrangements entrusted to Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, LA ====================== DUPLANTIS, RITA ============================================================================= Rita Duplantis, 87, a native and resident of Houma, died Monday, July 1, 2013. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Marine Corps League Building at 206 St. Pius Street in Houma. She is survived by her sons, Ernest, Robert, Herman and Mason LeBlanc and James Duplantis; daughters, Mable Benoit, Rita Hebert, Patricia Hebert and Theresa Authement; brother, Joseph Deroche Jr.; and sister, Joyce Pitre; 22 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Wallace LeBlanc and Edward Duplantis Sr.; parents, Joseph Deroche and Edna McElroy Deroche; sons, Daniel LeBlanc Sr. and Michael LeBlanc Sr.; brothers, Ernest and Gordon Deroche; and granddaughter-in-law, Jessica LeBlanc. Special thanks goes to the nurses in CCU at Terrebonne General Medical Center and to the staff at The Oaks of Houma. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== DUPRE, MARGO ANN BARRETT ============================================================================= June 22, 1967 - July 18, 2013 Margo Ann Barrett Dupre, 46, a native of Houma and resident of Gibson, died Thursday, July 18, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Samart Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with burial in Rogers Cemetery in Houma. She is survived by her husband, Steve Dupre; mother, Deborah Babin Barrett Garner; father, Michael E. Barrett; stepfather, Danny Garner; daughters, Aimee Breaux Abbott and husband, Alex Abbott II, and Amber Breaux and fiance, Melvin Ramsey Jr.; stepsons, Corey and Tyler Dupre; grandchildren, Ariel and Aslyn Abbott; stepgrandchildren, Gracie, Nathan and Dawson Dupre; brother, Michael Barrett II and wife Chela; grandmothers, Patsy Babin Duplantis and Pauline Barrett; and grandfathers, Lionel Babin Jr. and Robert Barrett. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Danny G. Garner Jr. and Chad M. Barrett ====================== DUTHU, RAYMOND HARRY ============================================================================= September 1, 1934 - July 28, 2013 Raymond Harry Duthu, 78, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died Sunday, July 28, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Elia Noemy Duthu; daughter, Jennifer Duthu; brothers, Emile, Claude and Myron Duthu; and sisters, Mae Smith, Libby Brunet and Rose Christen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Luke and Rose Fazzio Duthu; brothers, Joseph, Houston and Roland Duthu; and sisters, Nora Fitch, Rita Bessie Dion and Beverly Duthu. ====================== DUVERNAY, BARBARA ============================================================================= July 15, 2013 Barbara Barre Broussard Duvernay, 80, a native of New Orleans and resident of Des Allemands, passed away Monday, July 15, 2013, in Kenner. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Des Allemands. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Gertrude Catholic Church cemetery in Des Allemands. She is survived by her sons, Michael Broussard and wife, Shiela, André Broussard and wife, Linda, and Emile "Joey" Broussard Jr. and wife, Sandra; daughters, Donna and Monique Broussard; grandchildren, Emile III and wife, Erica, Jennifer, Julious, Kalee, Brandi, Michael Jr., Holly, Hannah, and Erica; and sisters, Betty Barre Petraska and Joan Barre Fisher. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Emile J. Broussard; second husband, Guy French; third husband, Hilton Duvernay; parents, Atal and Josephine Gaudet Barre; and brother, John Warren Barre. She was a parishioner of St. Gertrude Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== FANGUY, NORMA ============================================================================= (Died July 28, 2013) Norma Boudreaux Fanguy, 77, died Sunday, July 28, 2013 at 6:14 AM. She was a native of Belle Chase, La and resident of Chauvin, LA. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2013 from 5:00PM-9:00PM at Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. and Wednesday, July 31, 2013 from 9:00AM-11:00AM at Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. Liturgy of the Word will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 11:00AM at Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. Burial: St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery. She is survived by her, Daughter, Connie F. Bourg and husband Lavis "Jay" Bourg, Jr. Sons, Gene Fanguy, Todd Fanguy and wife Christy, Billy Fanguy and wife Melissa Grandchildren, Jason Bourg, Katie Bourg, Tyler Fanguy, Brooke White, Amber Fanguy, Heather Fanguy, Colby Fanguy, Mackenzie Fanguy, Nicholas Fanguy Step-Grandchildren, Aury Arnold, Coby Verret, Austin Lirette, Casey Nelton Great-Grandchildren, Jillian Bourg, Wyatt Bourg, Shane Fanguy, Kara Pope, Jacob Fanguy, Aeva Hardy Step Great Grandchildren,Emilee Arnold, Madison Nelton, Kamryon Nelton Brothers, Audie Boudreaux, Russ Boudreaux and Sisters, Brenda Cordel, Delores Samanie, Winnie Bergeron. She was preceded in death by her, Husband, Stephen "Bill" Fanguy Son, Wallace Fanguy Step-Grandson, Nicholas Trahan Parents, Wallace and Irene Theriot Boudreaux and Brothers, Wallace "Jay" Boudreaux Jr., Earlin "Nookie" Boudreaux, Clinton "Pie" Boudreaux. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. ====================== FLEMING, HAROLD, JR. ============================================================================= Harold Windfield Fleming Jr. passed from this life Sunday, July 7, 2013, following a brief illness. He was 53. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Gray, with burial in Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery in Gray. He is survived by his sister, Sherri E. Fleming; and two nephews, Trey Cameron Moore and Travis Michael Moore, all of Austin, Texas; several devoted aunts, including Barbara Fleming, of Thibodaux, Lenora Stevenson, of Gray, and Isadora DelaHoussaye, of Los Angeles, Calif.; and a host of uncles, cousins and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Clarence and Bernadine Fleming, and John and Ethel Batiste; and foster-grandparents, Geneva and Elwood Gaines. Harold was born in Thibodaux, and was the son of the late Harold W. Fleming Sr., and Dolores Batiste Fleming. He was reared in New Orleans, where he attended Orleans Parish Schools. He graduated in 1978 from Thibodaux High School in Thibodaux. He also attended Delgado Community College in New Orleans.He worked diligently building a career in the hospitality industry for more than 25 years, and worked at numerous restaurants, hotels and casinos in New Orleans, Bay St. Louis and Gulfport, Miss. At the time of his death, he was employed by the Delaware North Company in Austin, Texas. Austin Peel and Son Funeral Home in Austin, Texas, is in charge of arrangements. ====================== FOLSE, VIRGIA BECNEL ============================================================================= Virgia Becnel Folse, 70, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Monday, July 29, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. She is survived by her son, Lester (Sherry) Folse Jr.; daughters, Sherry F. (Ken) Schexnayder and Carmela F. (Zebedee) Lasserre; companion, Septime "T- June" Rodrigue; son, Dog; sisters, Rose B. Gravois and Jeanne B. Gregoire; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester "Shine" Folse Sr.; parents, Louis Edward Becnel and Adele Stein Becnel; sister, Mariette B. Becnel; brothers, Elmo Becnel Sr. and Floyd Becnel Sr.; and companion, Robert "Bobby" Vedros. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== FONSECA, MAGDALEN ============================================================================= DIED: July 21, 2013 Magdalen Cortez Bourg Fonseca, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 21, 2013. She was a native of Des Allemands and a resident of Boutte for 60 years. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Luling, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church with burial to follow at St Charles Cemetery. She is survived by her loving husband of 20 years, James "Jimmy" Fonseca; sons, Blaine Bourg and wife Patsy, Bart Bourg and companion Mona; step children, Marlene, Peggy, James, Jr. and Robert Fonseca; daughter-in-law, Crestine Bourg of the Philippines; grandchildren, Angel, Jireh, Sharon Bourg of the Philippines, Miranda, Mindy and husband Daniel, Monique and husband Pops, Stephan, Katricia and husband Earl, Steven and wife Tina; great grandchildren, Diamon, Randen, Celeste, Gia, Jayden and Jordan; brother Philip Cortez and wife Pat; sister Melva Champagne and husband Jerry; sister-in-law, Mary Cortez and her special Aunt, Ida Grabert; Godchildren, Trudy Lopez and Irvin Cortez, Jr. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward "Pedro" and Dora Grabert Cortez; her eldest son, Ferlin Bourg and her brother, Irvin Corez. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ====================== FORET, CARROLL ============================================================================= Carroll Joseph Foret, 71, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Labadieville, died Sunday, June 30, 2013. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville. A. Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Philomena Catholic Church cemetery in Labadieville. He is survived by his wife, Zenobia Griffin; sons, Ronnie Foret and Brandon Wall; stepsons, Bryan and Brad Griffin; sisters, Deanna Foret Landry and husband, Memphis, and Shirley Foret Gregoire and husband, Fred; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wildet "Padou" Foret and Mildred Delaune Foret; and son, Randy Foret. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== FOX, JOAN ============================================================================= DIED: July 7, 2013 Joan Alys Fox, 50, a native of Dermott, Ark., and resident of Gray, died at 10 p.m. Sunday, July 7, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m.Wednesday and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Chad Michael Fox; parents, Robert Lee and Nancy Jolly; sons, John Paul McCurry and Steven Michael Fox; daughter, Holly Nichole McCurry; brothers, Joe Jolly and wife, Alene, and Robert Lee Jolly and wife, Amy; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Sharlene Naquin and companion, James Dupre, and Mr. and Mrs. Gale Fox; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Martha Holley, of Dumas, Ark.; and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. H.L. Jolly, of Belaire, Ark. Falgout Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== FREDERICK, CHARLES ============================================================================= (Died July 25, 2013) Pending ====================== GAGNON, RUBY BOUDREAUX ============================================================================= Ruby Boudreaux Gagnon, 68, of Houma, died Sunday, July 14, 2013, at TGMC. Visitation will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Moore Funeral Home in Petal, Miss. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with burial in Forrest Memorial Gardens. She is survived by her husband, Andy Gagnon, of Houma; son, Paul (Chrissy) Dykes Jr., of Petal, Miss.; daughters, Faye (Dave) Hill, of Gautier, Miss., and Trisha (Joseph) Verdin and Paula (Paul) Laurenzi, all of Houma; stepdaughters, Robin Brown, of Lafayette, and Nadine Gagnon, of Rome, Ga.; brothers, Jim (Margie) McGill, of Petal, Miss., and Murphy (Brenda) McGill, of Poplarville, Miss.; sisters, Brenda (Donald) Revette and Martha McLeod, both of Richton, Miss.; 13 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and six step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Shelton and Vera McGill. Mrs. Gagnon was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. She loved to sew, garden, fish and do puzzles. You may sign the guest book at www.moorefuneralservices.com. Moore Funeral Home in Petal, Miss., is in charge of arrangements. ====================== GERKEN, JOELLE (MONTZ) ============================================================================= Joelle Montz Gerken, 70, a native of New Orleans and resident of Larose, passed away Friday, June 28, 2013. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until funeral time Sunday at Grace Lutheran Church in Houma. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at the church, with a private burial at a later date. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Frederick Paul Gerken; sons, Stanley Bullock and Josiah "Joey" Bullock; daughter, Connie (Jesse) Bordelon; brother, Robert Montz; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley Montz Sr. and Nella Mae R. Montz; son, Randolph Robert Bullock; and brother, Stanley Montz Jr. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to Grace Lutheran Church or Christ Lutheran Church. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== GRAVOIS, JOHN, JR. ============================================================================= John A. Gravois Jr, 80, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2013. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church cemetery in Golden Meadow. He is survived by his sons, David Paul Gravois, John Andre Gravois III, and Reese Anthony Gravois; daughter, Jill Janice Gravois; grandchildren, David James, Andrea Marie, Reesa Rey, Hannah Rene and Anna Sophia Gravois; and great- grandchild Izzie Belle Nguyen. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna St. Pierre Gravois; and parents, John A Gravois Sr. and Neva St. Martin Gravois. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off is in charge of arrangements. ====================== GRIFFIN, SCARLETT ============================================================================= Scarlett “Scoop” Griffin, 2, a resident of Houma, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2013 in Gulfport, MS. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland and from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Thursday, July 18, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland with a mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. Burial to follow in St. Mary Catholic Church cemetery in Raceland. She is survived by her parents, Karmen Blanchard and Victoria Griffin Bourgeois; grandmother Teresa Griffin; great grandparents, Alden and Vivian Griffin; aunt, Elizabeth Griffin Berthelot and husband Jeremy J. Berthelot and cousins, Toni-Jo and Jeremie A. Berthelot. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Anthony Griffin. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ====================== GROS, EARL ROY ============================================================================= July 15, 2013 Earl Roy Gros, 72, a native and resident of Schriever, LA passed away on July 15, 2013. Visitation will be on Thursday, July 18, 2013 from 10:00AM till funeral time at St. Bridget Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will take place at 11:00 AM at St. Bridget. He is survived by his mother, Flora Trosclair Gros; son, Earl Roy Gros II; sister, Gail Thibodaux and husband Rudy; grandchildren, Davin, Samantha and Zella Gros Preceded in death by wife, June Overton Gros; Father, Urley Gros Thibodaux Funeral Home Inc., is in charge of arrangements. ====================== GROS, KEITH, SR. ============================================================================= Keith Anthony Gros Sr. was born Aug. 10, 1957, and was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, July 2, 2013, after a three year battle with cancer. He was a native of Westwego and resident of Napoleonville for 45 years. He will be cremated and his remains will be interred in his family tomb at St. Philomena Cemetery in Labadeville. Services will be held at the graveside. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Vonda Strickland Gros; sons, Keith Gros, 25, of Denham Springs, and Toby Keith Gros, 15, of Napoleonville; a niece that he considered his daughter, Rebecca, of Marrero; and numerous family and friends from Louisiana and Mississippi. He was preceded in death by his father, Nelson Louis Gros Sr.; mother, Levita Hebert Gros; both of his in-laws; and his younger brother, Jude Joseph Gros. Church Funeral Services in St. Amant is in charge of arrangements. ====================== GUIDROZ, FARON ============================================================================= Faron James Guidroz, 55, a native of Houma and resident of Bourg, died Friday, June 28, 2013. A memorial service will be held at a later date. He is survived by his mother, Adeline Ledet Guidroz; brothers, Clarence "C.J." Guidroz Jr., Jesse Guidroz and Marty Pakebusch; and sisters, Cathy Jo Rossi, Jacqueline "Jackie" Lirette, Arlene "Peanut" Pennison, and Christine Peveto. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Guidroz Sr. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== GUILLOT, JOSEPH ============================================================================= July 15, 2013 Joseph Marcel Guillot, 84, a native and resident of Thibodaux, LA passed away on Monday, July 15, 2013. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at 8AM at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Cemetery in Thibodaux, LA He is survived by his nephews, Glenn LeRay, Jerry LeRay, Doug Rodrigue, Dennis Henninger, Bobby Guillot; nieces, Pat Borders, Linda Guillot, Sheila Guillot. He is preceded in death by his wife, Helen Mcgee; parents, Oleus and Daisy Gaubert Guillot; brothers, Ernest Guillot, Raymond Guillot, Junius Guillot; sisters, Agnes LeRay, Isabelle "Bell" Henninger, Earline Muschia, Gladys Rodrigue. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Thibodaux Funeral Home to offset funeral expenses. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc. in charge of arrangements. ====================== GUILLOT, MARK ============================================================================= Mark Paul Guillot, 58, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Raceland, died Saturday, July 27, 2013. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Lynn Guillot; brother, Edmond Joseph Guillot; and sisters, Mona G. Adams and Martha G. Hutchinson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Elsie Gilbeau Guillot; and son, Jacob Paul Guillot. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== GUILLOT, WILLIAM "BILL", SR. ============================================================================= William J. "Bill" Guillot Sr., of Gretna passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2013. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian burial from Westside Leitz-Eagan, 5101 Westbank Expressway in Marrero at 11 a.m. Friday. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Mausoleum in Westwego. Bill was the loving husband of Deanna D. Guillot. He was the devoted father of Marlene Guillot, William J. Guillot Jr. (Annette), Craig J. Guillot (Jeanette), Melanie Thome (Steve), Monica English (Dale), Cindy F. Brown (Lloyd), Lisa A. Ford (Al), Jill Guillot (Joey), Dalton J. Guillot, Logan S. Pomeroy, and the late Caldon J. Ford III. He was the grandfather of 14, as well as the great-grandfather of 14. He was also survived by one sister, Millie Pitre. Bill worked as a bookkeeper and office manager for most of his life. He was a native of Thibodaux and was a resident of the Westbank for more than 50 years. He was a U.S Army Veteran of the Korean War. Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in Marrero is in charge of arrangements. ====================== GUSTAVE, MERVIN "TOSHAY", JR. ============================================================================= (Died July 24, 2013) GUSTAVE; MERVIN "TOSHAY" GUSTAVE, JR. died Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at Assumption Community Hospital. He was 52, a native and resident of Napoleonville, LA. Visiting at St. Paul Baptist Church, Napoleonville, LA from 9:00am to Religious Services at 11:00am Tuesday, July 30, 2013 conducted by Rev. David Gilton. Burial in St. Paul Baptist Church cemetery, Napoleonville. Survived by his mother, Dorothy D. Gustave of Napoleonville, LA; 2 sisters, Gladys Brown (Johnny) of Houma, LA, and Lisha Gustave of Napoleonville, LA; 2 brothers, Tony Gustave of Napoleonville, LA, and Kelvin Gustave of Las Vegas, NV; Also a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his father, Mervin Gustave, Sr.; 1 sister, Ruby Lee Gustave; Maternal grandparents, Lawrence and Gladys Gustave; Paternal grandparents, Eugene and Elizabeth Daggs. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, La ======================