TERREBONNE and LAFOURCHE Parishes, La. Submitted by: Louis Lavedan Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet ============================================================================= Copyright. All rights reserved ============================================================================= HAMMOND, EMELDA ============================================================================= Emelda Hammond, 61, a resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 8:56 a.m. Sunday, June 23, 2013. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Eagle Wright Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Halfway Cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Charles (Regina) Hammond and Joshua Singleton; and one grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Corrine Ross Hammond; and brother, Lloyd Hammond. Jones Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HARVEY, HATTIE (GUILBEAU) ============================================================================= Hattie Guilbeau Harvey, 90, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of McComb, Miss., died Tuesday, June 25, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 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 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church cemetery in Golden Meadow. She is survived by her daughter, Diane Harvey Oldham; grandchildren, Floyd Galiano and Shasta Chiasson; great-grandchildren, Andrew Galiano, Kaia Chiasson and Connor Chiasson; and brother, Roger Guilbeau. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlos B. Harvey; parents, Eddie and Rosite Rebstock Guilbeau; brothers, Eddie Guilbeau Jr. and Anthony Guilbeau; and sisters, Irene Potts and Locade Terrebonne. Falgout Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HEBERT, MYRON ============================================================================= Myron Anthony Hebert, 83, a native of Houma and resident of Dulac, died at 10:01 a.m. Sunday, June 2, 2013. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Holy Family Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in Holy Family Catholic Church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Eula Duplantis Hebert; sons, Terrel Hebert Sr. and wife, Karen, Myron Hebert Jr. and wife, Peggy, and Blake Hebert and wife, Deborah; daughters, Sandra Lee Hebert Byford and husband, Charlie, Myra Hebert Breaux and husband, Terry, Philana Hebert, and Tressy Hebert Hamilton and husband, Jeff; sister, Ethel Luke; 22 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Mary Bourg Hebert; brothers, Vernon, Charles, Ernest and Walter Hebert; and sisters, Esther Maronge, Anna May Hebert and Zelthia Hebert. He was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. He was an avid New Orleans Saints Fan and loved to work in his garden. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HEBERT, PATRICK ============================================================================= Patrick C. Hebert, a native of Houma and resident of Shreveport, died at 4 a.m. Thursday, June 13, 2013. He was born March 22, 1936. He donated his body to LSU, and no services are planned at this time. He is survived by his wife, Janifer Duet Hebert; children, Lisa, Patrick "Packy" Jr. and Timothy Hebert; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford Hebert and Dussie Belanger Hebert; brothers, Jasper, Horace and Carrol; and one grandchild. He worked for Conoco in Dubai, U.A.E. and owned and operated his own construction company, Hebert and Cubs. He was retired. ====================== HEBERT, TIMOTHY ============================================================================= Timothy Paul Hebert, 53, a native and resident of Thibodaux, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2013. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Regina Percle Hebert; daughter, Regan Hebert and fiance, Chad Zibilich; son, Rory Hebert; stepson, Traver Babin and fiance, Tifany Percle; grandchildren, Bailey, Brittany and Brylee Babin; mother, Marie Oncale Hebert; sister, Sandra Hebert; brothers, Alfred Hebert and wife, Carol Ann; nephew, Ben; brother, Michael Hebert and wife, Celeste; nephew, Cody; niece, Kati; brother, Joseph Hebert and wife, Elizabeth; and stepsons, J.D. and Scott Stevens. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilfred "Biggy" Hebert; and nephew, Eric Hebert. He was a lifelong sugar cane farmer, loving husband and father and an avid race car driver. He will be greatly missed by all. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HEDGCOTH, LARRY "BIMBO" ============================================================================= Larry "Bimbo" Hedgcoth, 52, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Houma, died Thursday, June 13, 2013. No services are scheduled at this time. He is survived by his companion, Debora Pitre; son, Wade Hedgcoth; daughter, Crystal Hedgcoth and companion, Dan Prestenbach; brother, Jerry Hedgcoth; sisters, Jennifer Leggett and Shelly Hedgcoth; two grandchildren; and grandmother, Lois Rathburn. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Mary Rathburn Hedgcoth; and sister, Cindy Hedgcoth. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HIDALGO, ARTHUR ============================================================================= Arthur Paul Hidalgo, 81, was born Dec. 15, 1931, and passed away Saturday, June 15, 2013. He was a resident and native of Thibodaux. Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday the church, with burial in St. John Cemetery. He is survived by his sons, Wendell J. Hidalgo and wife, Janie, Brennan P. Hidalgo and wife, Yvette, and Gerard J. Hidalgo and wife, Gwen; daughter, Deborah H. Vidrine; eight grandchildren, Michelle Munson, Dawn Noone, Wesley Hidalgo, David Hidalgo, Ashley Godwin, Dylan Hidalgo, Danielle Lackey and Alex Hidalgo; and eight great-grandchildren, Taylor Munson, Katelyn Stevens, Emily Stevens, Nicole Noone, Mason Ortego, Kody Moody, Cole Hidalgo and Brody Hidalgo. He was preceded in death by his wife, Esther Morvant Hidalgo; parents, Kliebert and Alicia Hidalgo; siblings, Agnes Mahliet, Guy Hidalgo, Roland Hidalgo and Frank Hidalgo; and son-in-law, Stephen Vidrine. He loved spending time with his family, hunting and fishing. He was also a longtime member of WOW and a volunteer for "A Smile is Worth." Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HILL, ISABEL (CEDOTAL) ============================================================================= Isabel M. Cedotal Hill, 85, a native of Pierre Part and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, June 5, 2013. No services will be held at this time. She is survived by her sisters, Rita, Maude and Doris; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her two children, Linda Martinez Theriot and Joseph Martino; parents, Oscar Cedotal and Julia Gaudet; siblings, Geldi, Edwin, Rudolph, Lloyd, Lester, Sam, Achille, Edna, Eunice, Louise, Walter, Enola, Junius and Russel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to help offset funeral expenses. Falgout Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HOLLIER, ANNIE ============================================================================= Annie G. Hollier, 75, a native of Church Point and resident of Houma, died at 5:12 p.m. Monday, June 24, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her sons, Terry, Timothy and wife, Rhonda, and Donald Hollier; daughter, Dori H. LaFleur; brother, Earlin Guidry; sisters, Velma LeJeune and Lois Hidalgo; 15 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Louis Hollier; parents, Vincent and Dora Jeanise Guidry; brothers, Lee, Aurel and John L. Guidry; and grandson, Dallas James Hollier. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Bernadette Catholic Church for memorial Masses. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HOPKINS, OMAR "HOP", JR. ============================================================================= Omar A. "Hop" Hopkins Jr., 88, a native of Olla and resident of Houma, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2013. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Paulette Hopkins, of Houma; children, Vickie Hopkins Nelson, of Texas, Simone Hopkins Taylor, of Georgia, Linda N. Greenburg, of Houma, and Jack D. Nicholas, of Abita Springs; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was a longtime employee with Placid Oil Company. He served in the U.S. Navy, and he was a member of the Houma Shrine Club. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== HOTARD, WANDA ============================================================================= Wanda Lee Hotard, 55, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, June 27, 2013. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Holy Family Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in Holy Family Cemetery in Dulac. She is survived by her mother, Helen Duplantis; daughter, McKay Hotard; and brothers, Emile Hotard Jr., Nathan Hotard and Troy Duplantis. She was preceded in death by her father, Emile Hotard Sr. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== JAMES, AL "TOOTAROO" ============================================================================= Al Jerome "Tootaroo" James, 11, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Saturday, June 1, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at Jones Funeral Home in Houma, and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at Bayou Blue Assembly of God Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in Blue Lily Cemetery in Schriever. He is survived by his mother, Tabitha Tillman; stepfather, Gerald Francisco; brothers, Alvin James and Deronte Tillman; stepbrother, Al Craig; sisters, Tanesha, Tamiesha, Alexis, and Tanaya Tillman, Aljanna James, and Chasity Mart; stepsisters, Cierra and Daniella Craig; grandparents, Debbie and Irvin Richaurd, and Donald Tillman Sr.; and great-grandmother, Lillie Mae Green. He was preceded in death by his father, Al Jerome James Sr.; and his paternal grandparents, Tracy and Jenny Brook James, and Gertrude and Joseph Tillman Sr. Jones Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== JANOW, CHRISTINE ============================================================================= Christine Ann Janow, 54, of Kountze, Texas, died Saturday, June 15, 2013, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. She was born July 28, 1958, in Houma, to the late June Mary LaJaunie Olivier and Charles David Olivier, and was a longtime resident of the Kountze area. A gathering of her family and friends will be at 10 a.m. Saturday with a memorial service to follow at noon Saturday at Cornerstone Baptist Church at 1600 South Pine in Kountze. Texas. A family committal will be at Broussard's Crematorium in Beaumont, Texas She is survived by her husband, Allen "Tiger" Janow, of Kountze, Texas; children, Kristy Wade and husband, Michael, of Kountze, Texas, and Missy Sundgren, of Silsbee, Texas; grandchildren, Trevis Sundgren, Kanon Sundgren, Alleigh Wade, Emma Wade, Piper Wade, and McKinley Wade; sisters, Charlene Cocke, of South Carolina, Darlene McConnell, of Alabama, and Jan Blanchard, of Houma; and brother, David Olivier, of Houston, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, June Mary LaJaunie Olivier and Charles David Olivier; and mother and father-in-law, Joyce Marie Janow and James Allen Janow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to Cornerstone Baptist Church Children's Ministry, 1600 South Pine, Kountze, TX 77625. Broussard's Mortuary in Kountze, Texas, is in charge of arrangements. ====================== JOHNSON, JOSEPH ============================================================================= Joseph Lee Johnson, 75, a native of New Orleans and resident of Gibson, died Thursday, May 30, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Triumph Baptist Church in Gibson. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in Triumph Baptist Church cemetery in Gibson. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Johnson, of Houston, Texas; son, Irving Pete, of Lake Charles; brother, August Johnson, of New Orleans; sisters, Hilda Washington, of Gibson, and Essie (Elijah Sr.) Johnson, of South Carolina; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth Butler Johnson and Andrew Johnson Sr.; brothers, Andrew Johnson Jr., Alexander Johnson Sr. and John Johnson Sr.; and sister, Eula Carter. Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== JONES, EARLINE (HARDING) ============================================================================= Earline Harding Jones, 69, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 7:40 p.m. Monday, June 17, 2013. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home in Houma, and from 10 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Crescent Farm Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Lionel Jones Sr.; son, Lionel (Giselle) Jones Jr. ; daughter, Kisha (Bryan) Jasper; brother, Anderson (Tamara) Harding Jr.; sisters, Beverly (Warnell) Lyons, Catherine Williams and Lois (Lawrence) Barrow; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anderson Sr. and Gertrude Williams Harding; son, Dwayne Jones Sr.; sister, Agnes Nells; and granddaughter, India Howard. Jones Funeral Home in Houma in charge of arrangements. ====================== JONES, GLENN "BIG GLENN", SR. ============================================================================= Glenn "Big Glenn" Jones Sr., 58, a native of Reserve and resident of Tunica, died Friday, June 21, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church in Bertrandville. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. He is survived by his sons, Glenn Jones Jr. of San Antonio, Texas, and Corey Jones, of New Orleans; daughter, Kelly Jones, of Baton Rouge; sisters, Janice Hayward of Los Angeles, Calif., Olga LeBlanc, Dale McClain and Genevieve Caston, all of LaPlace, and Nella Haydel, of Baton Rouge; brothers, Paul Sr. and Eddie Jones, of Reserve, Wayne and Weldon Jones, of Los Angeles, Calif., and Timmy Jones, of LaPlace; and many grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Genevieve and Wortham Jones Sr.; sisters, Carolyn and Judy Jones; brothers, Wortham Jr., Clyde and Reginald Jones; maternal grandparents, Leonaus and Johnny Melancon; and paternal grandparents, Olevia and Paul Jones. Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== JONES, NICHOLAS BENJAMIN ============================================================================= (1984 - 2013) Nicholas Benjamin Jones, 29, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2013. He was born April 14, 1984 in Raleigh, N.C. to Robert Thomas Jones Jr. and Tamara Jean Jones. Nicholas was raised in Cary, N.C. and graduated from Cary High School in 2002. He attended Carolina State University and enlisted in the Coast Guard in 2003. A Military Honors Memorial Service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Cary, N.C. He is survived by his parents; wife, Jodee; siblings, Amanda Jones of Cary, N.C. and Erika Mead (Thomas) of Jacksonville, N.C.; grandparents, Frank and Carole Schwartz of Raleigh, N.C. and Rosemary Jones of Cary, N.C.; and niece, Mckenna of Jacksonville, N.C. Lieutenant Junior Grade Nicholas Jones served with honor in the United States Coast Guard from 2003 until his passing. During his career, he was stationed on Coast Guard Cutter Roanoke Island in Homer, Alaska; Coast Guard Station Emerald Isle in North Carolina; and at the Aids to Navigation Team in Morgan City. While stationed, his exceptional leadership and superior ability led to his selection to the Coast Guard's Officer Candidate School in 2011. Upon completion, he transferred to Marine Safety Unit in Houma where he served as the Response Division Head, leading six petty officers in protecting 3,000 miles of Louisiana coastline and waterways from pollution and security threats. He was an officer of the highest order who served his country with distinction. While stationed in Emerald Isle, N.C., he met Jodee Van Egdom, his wife of Albia, Iowa who is also with the U.S. Coast Guard. They married in 2006 and have been stationed in Louisiana since 2009. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any contributions be made in honor of Nicholas B. Jones to the Coast Guard Foundation or Toys for Tots. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== JONES, WILLIE ============================================================================= Willie Jones, 80, a native of Woodville, Miss., and resident of Jefferson, died at 7:19 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2013. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Historic Second Baptist Church at 2505 Marengo St. in New Orleans. He is survived by his son, Damon Jones, of New Orleans; brothers, Albert Jones, of Verdunville, James (Daisy) Jones and Melvin "M.H." Jones, both of New Orleans; and sisters, Audrey J. Young, of Marrero, Cynara J. Burris, of New Orleans, Katherine J. Garrison, of Kenner, and Ella J. Harris, of Magnolia, Ark. Jones Funeral Home in Morgan City is in charge of arrangements. ====================== KREAMER, AUDREY (LANDRY) ============================================================================= Audrey Marie Landry Kreamer, 90, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died Sunday, June 2, 2013. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her sons, Carroll Joseph Kraemer, of Morgan City, and Merle Paul Kraemer and wife, Patricia, of Houma; grandchildren, Angela Kraemer, Carl Kraemer and Richard "Rick" Kraemer; four great-grandchildren, Dana Kraemer, Candace Angeron, Stuart Kraemer and Olivia Kraemer; and sisters, Bernice Ledet, Thelma Breaux and Mary Ann Breaux. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Paul Kreamer; parents, Gilbert Luke Landry and Arcelie Babin Landry; son, Daniel Kraemer; daughter-in-law, Zeder Kraemer; and sisters, Gladys Breaux and Neddie Foret. She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church and was a member of the Catholic Daughters and the Ladies Altar Society. She enjoyed cooking and family gatherings. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in her name may be made to the St. kreamer-audreyBernadette Church Building Fund or school. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LANDRY, JOSEPH "J.P." ============================================================================= Joseph Philip "J.P." Landry, a native of Thibodaux and resident of St. Charles Community, was born on Nov. 23, 1928, and died Thursday, May 30, 2013. Visitation will be from 10 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. His body was donated to LSU Medical Center. He is survived by his son, Carrol Landry and wife, Judy; daughters, Dale L. Fussell and husband, Buddy, and Karen L. Robichaux and husband, David; grandchildren, Melanie L. Naquin, Shelly L. Arceneaux, Dirk P. Thibodaux, Chad P. Thibodaux, Raven L. Robichaux, Holly R. Knobloch and David P. Robichaux; and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary T. Landry; parents, Philip and Leonise Landry; grandson, Sean M. Robichaux; and brothers, Ronald, Stuart and Calvin Landry, and Clifton and Leonie Thibodeaux. He was a Catholic and was retired from Cameco. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his name may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . ====================== LANDRY, NORRIS "NANA" ============================================================================= Norris Charles Landry, 89, a native of Chackbay and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, June 9, 2013. He was born Nov. 4, 1923. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Joyce Adams Landry; daughter, Charlene Landry Richard and companion, Darryl Rome; grandson, Cory Richard; and sister- in-law, Florence Landry. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clemille Landry and Louise Borne Landry; and brothers, Eyves and Forrest Landry. He was veteran of the U.S. Navy and served in World War II. He was a 36-year employee of the U.S. Postal Service, a member of the American Legion, and a lifetime member of Home Hook and Ladder Fire Company. He loved gardening and watching football. The family would like to thank the staff of Stat Home Health, AIM, the staff of Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, and the staff of St. Joseph Hospice (such caring people). "Na Na" will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LANDRY, SHIRLEY ============================================================================= Shirley Mae Landry, 78, a native and resident of Houma, died Monday, June 17, 2013. No services are scheduled at this time. She is survived by her husband, Raymond J. Landry Sr.; sons, Raymond J. Landry Jr. and Enos Landry; daughters, Maranda (Noah) Merritt, Betty (Alvin McKay) Landry and Melissa Landry; brothers, John Verdin; sisters, Jean Fitch; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Enos and Pearly Trosclair Verdin; son, Norris Landry; and numerous brothers and sisters. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LANDRY, THERESA "CORINE" (THIBODAUX) ============================================================================= Theresa "Corine" Thibodaux Landry, 84, was born Jan. 28, 1929, and passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2013. She was a resident and native of Thibodaux. Visitation will be from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Larry, Walter Jr., Todd, Nathan and Robert Landry; daughter, Dale Martinez; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; seven step- grandchildren; and a great-great-grandbaby on the way. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Landry Sr.; parents, Robert and Josephine Adams Thibodaux; son, Leroy Landry; daughter, Margaret Landry; grandson, Joseph Landry; and great-grandson, Seth Landry. She was the last living child of the late Robert and Josephine Thibodaux. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LAVENDER, THOMAS ============================================================================= Thomas Edward Lavender, 76, a native of Spartenburg, S.C., and resident of Bayou Black , died Tuesday, June 18, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at the Unity Lodge No. 267 F and AM on Bayou Black Drive in Houma. There will be a service by the United Veterans League at 10 a.m. Saturday at the lodge. Masonic Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the lodge. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Bernadette Moore Lavender; son, Toby E. Lavender and companion, Beckie LeBouef; daughter, Felicia Lavender Giroir; brother-in-law, Karl Moore Sr. and wife, Angie; sisters-in-law, Charlene Moore Boudoin and companion, Tony Melancon, and Diane Moore Oncale and husband, Roy; and three grandchildren, Alexis Lavender, and Brandon and Scott Giroir. He was preceded in death by his mother, Hazel Lavender; brother-in-law, Felix "Yicky" Boudoin; and sister, Jeanette Stewart. Thomas was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua in Bayou Black. He was a retired outside salesman for Morrison Home Center. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran who served from 1954 to 1958. Thomas was a masonic member of Unity Lodge No. 267 F and AM. He served as master in 2002 and district deputy grand master in 2005 for District 12. He was a very devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, and he truly enjoyed having his family, friends and neighbors come over to visit. He enjoyed working in his yard every day and planting a flower garden and trees.We will all miss him. Our family would like to thank Dr. Harry McGaw, Dr. Jeffery Long and all the staff at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. We also want to thank Dr. Brian Matherne and his staff and Dr. Stephen Charbonnet and his staff. Thank you also to the staff of Terrebonne General Medical Center.Our thanks goes out to all the staff at St. Joseph Hospice. They were just wonderful people who took great care of my husband, our father, and grandfather. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LEBLANC, PEARL (HENRY) ============================================================================= Pearl Henry LeBlanc, 93, a native of Glenco and resident of Galliano, passed away at 10:40 a.m. Thursday, June 13, 2013, in Lockport. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano, with burial in St. Joseph Catholic Church cemetery in Galliano. She is survived by her children, Gayle Duet, Michael LeBlanc and wife, Judy, Patrick LeBlanc and wife, Bernie, Barry LeBlanc and Sheela Gros and husband, Craig; brothers, Thomas Henry and Henry Henry; 12 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence "Black" LeBlanc; infant son, Terrence Anthony LeBlanc; grandson, Michael Scott LeBlanc; son-in-law, Roy Duet; parents, Morgan and Theresa Pichoff Henry; and siblings, Daisy Rivette, Walter Henry, Lily Duet, Ned Henry, Patrick Henry, George Henry and Gus Henry. She enjoyed playing bingo and going to the casinos. Most of all, she loved cooking and spending time with her family. Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LEDET, BETTY (BERGERON) ============================================================================= Betty Lou Bergeron Ledet, 68, a native and resident of Houma, died at 11 p.m. Sunday, June 16, 2013. Visitation will be 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 St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, James J. Ledet; son, Tony Ledet; daughters, Sheila Benoit and companion, Sammy Naquin and Lisa Ledet and companion, Bubba Gill; sisters, Joyce Boquet and husband, Norris, and Victoria Ledet and husband, Charles; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Sr. and Dorita Babin Bergeron; son, Troy Ledet; brothers, Clarence Bergeron Sr. and Henry Bergeron Sr.; and sister, Lois Lirette. She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LEDET, ROBERT "BOB" ============================================================================= Robert "Bob" Ledet, 75, a native of Lockport and resident of Galliano, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2013. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Galliano. He is survived by his children, Paige L. Picou and husband, Paul, Hoyt A. Ledet and partner, Bridget Callais, Joan L. Chouest and husband, Dino, and Aledia L. DeLeon and husband, Magdaleno; grandchildren, Hunter Ledet, Alex, Allie and Max Chouest, Ana Doucet and Breana DeLeon; brothers, Leroy and Stephen Ledet; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Cathleen "Kate" Eymard Ledet; and parents, Gustave and Lelia LeBlanc Ledet. He was a U.S. Army veteran and owner of Bob's Seafood. He loved fishing and sports and spending time with his children, grandchildren and friends. The family would like to thank the physicians and staff of Ochsner Medical Center New Orleans and Dr. Steven Remee. Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LEE, BEATRICE LOUISE (HUBBARD) ============================================================================= Beatrice Louise Hubbard Lee, 67, a native of Annapolis, Md. and a resident of Houma, died Wednesday, May 29, 2013. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at Samart Funeral Home in Houma. A memorial service will begin at 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. She is survived by her sons, James Maser, Thad Lee, Roland Landry and Richard Saucier; daughter, Betty Monroe, Trish DeNardo, Julie Saucier, Lovie Landry and Jennie Lee; and grandchildren, John Paul Arnaud, Ashley Gros, Kimberley Dillon, Robert Arnaud, Jean Luc Saucier, Angelica Maser, Adriene Saucier, Tamia Lee, Aleiyha Breitenbach Landry, Arihanna Lee and Logan Landry; and one great- grandchild, Gordon Gros. She was preceded in death by her parents, Betty DePasquale and Alcade Hubbard; and son, George Monroe Jr. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LIRETTE, GLORIA ""COONIE"" ============================================================================= Gloria "Coonie" Lirette, 70, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died at 7:44 a.m. Sunday, June 23, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy of the Word will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her sons, Bobby Lirette and fiancee, Mary McCormick, and Keith Lirette and wife, Holly Lirette; daughters, Kim Curlin and husband, Curtis Curlin, Nanette Upton and husband, Garland Upton, and Paula Snyder and husband, Tony Snyder; brother, Russell Bourg; sisters, Rubye Williams and Mary Blum; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jules Lirette; parents, Ruffin Bourg and Ella Fanguy Bourg; brother, Ruffin "Jap" Bourg Jr.; and sister, Dolores Fanguy. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be missed by all who knew her. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LOUIS, PEARLY (WASHINGTON) ============================================================================= Pearly Mae Washington Louis, 83, a native of Patterson and resident of Franklin, died at 9:45 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Jones Funeral Home in Franklin. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Jules Cemetery in Franklin. She is survived by her sons, Westley (Louella) Louis, of St. Martinville, Israel (Lillie) Washington, of Franklin, Ronnie Louis, of Baldwin, and Irvin (Connie) Louis, of Centerville; daughter, Joyce Louis, of Franklin; brother, James (Joanne) Pollard, of Patterson; sister, Lucille "Lucy" Wiley, of Alameda, Calif.; 32 grandchildren; 92 great-grandchildren; and 36 great-great-grandchildren. Jones Funeral Home in Franklin is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LOUPE, CARROLL ============================================================================= Carroll A. Loupe, 81, a native of Gheens and resident of Lockport, died Saturday, June 1, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Lois Orgeron Loupe; daughter, Cindy (Barry) Allemands; stepdaughters, Louise (Possum) St. Pierre, Annette (Benny) Adams and Audrey Gaudet; brother, Albert Loupe Jr.; seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Sr. and Yola Loupe; stepson, Carl Gaudet; brother, Louis Loupe; and one grandchild. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== LUSIGNAN, RITA ============================================================================= Rita L. Lusignan, 79, a native and resident of Houma, met the Lord Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 6:20 p.m. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until funeral time Friday at St. Bernadette Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 3 p.m. Friday, with burial at St. Francis De Sales Cemetery No. 2. She is survived by her husband, Dave Nolan Lusignan; daughter, Deborah and husband Chris Boquet; brother, George Thibodaux Jr.; grandson, David Boquet; former granddaughter-in-law, Nicole Boquet; and one great granddaughter, Cassie Boquet. She was preceded in death by her mother, Julienne LeBoeuf; and brothers, Justilien Carlos, Edward LeBoeuf, Tom, Harry, Arthur, Harold and Randolph Luke. She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Church and enjoyed gardening. The family wishes to express special thanks to the Oaks Nursing Home staff for their excellent care and concern for Mrs. Rita. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to the American Cancer Society are preferred. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== MALCOLM, BRAD ============================================================================= Brad Malcolm, 33, a native of Bayou Blue and resident of Madisonville, died Monday, June 10, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Samart Funeral Home in Houma and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at St. Louis Catholic Church in Bayou Blue. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Louis Catholic Church cemetery in Bayou Blue. He is survived by his wife, Ellisa Malcolm; children, Kate and Graham Malcolm; parents, Steve and Joan Malcolm; brothers, Ryne Malcolm and fiancee, Jessica Dugas; sister, Stephanie Lirette and husband, Rodney; nephew and nieces, Eric, Lauren and Renee Lirette; grandfather, Chauncey Malcolm; and grandmother, Kathy Self. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary Jo Malcolm; and grandfather, Charles Self. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother and friend. He was an avid fisherman who also enjoyed fishing, playing soccer and hunting. He was a graduate of Central Lafourche High School and Louisiana State University. He was an employee at C-Innovation. Samart Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== MARKS, JOANN (ISADORE) ============================================================================= JoAnn A. Isadore Marks, 89, a native of Jeanerette and resident of Franklin, died at 4:50 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Franklin. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in St. Jules Cemetery in Franklin. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Johnnie (Marjorie) Savage of Columbia, S.C.; sisters, Louisiana Jenkins, of Jeanerette, and Ottrie Brister, of Baton Rouge; brother, Calton Isadore, of Port Arthur, Texas; and one grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister; and brother. Jones Funeral Home in Franklin is in charge of arrangements. ====================== MARTIN, JAMES ============================================================================= James Bryan Martin, 37, went to be with our Lord and Savior Saturday, June 8, 2013. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 15, 2013, at Silver Springs Baptist Church in Osyka, Miss. He is survived by his children, Buckley, 11, and Skylar, 9; wife, Tina Martin; father, Jimmie Martin; stepmother, Edeath Martin; sisters, Sherry Blanchard and Ouida Arevalo; brother, Bentley Martin; and numerous extended family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Hazel "Putt" Martin. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Martin family to assist with funeral expenses. M.J.R. Funeral Home in Denham Springs is in charge of arrangements. ====================== MARTIN, THOMAS ============================================================================= Thomas Martin, 81, a native of Paincourtville and resident of Convent, died Saturday, June 8, 2013. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m Wednesday at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Convent. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Port Hudson National Cemetery with full military honors. He is survived by his daughters, Toni Freeman, Gretchen Trimble, Yvette (Dwayne) Smith and Shellie (Allen) Jones; son, Thomas Martin III; sister, Anna Jones; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosa LeBlanc Martin; daughter, Teschia Martin; and parents, Richard "Gus" Martin and Rebecca Davis Martin. He was a retired U.S. Air Force veteran of 23 years. Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== MATHERNE, CELESTINE "GRAM" ============================================================================= Celestine "Gram" Matherne, 98, a native and resident of Gheens, went to her eternal home in Heaven at 6 p.m. Friday, May 31, 2013, with her family by her bedside. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Gheens. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in Holy Savior Cemetery. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Verina M. Schouest and husband, Anderson "Yan"; sister, Eunice D. Rivet; brother, Carol Dufrene; grandchildren, Janene Breaux and Tammy and husband, Joey Toups; great-grandchildren, Kristen Pertuit and husband, Jeremy, Kassie Toups and fiance, Will Richardson, Mattie Toups and husband, Derek, and Meggie Breaux and fiance, Chad Chiasson; great- great-grandchildren, Payton and Halle Pertuit and Holden Falgout; and one expected great-great-grandchild, Greysyn. She was preceded in death by her husband, Felix Matherne Jr.; parents, Andrew J. and Rosa Matherne Dufrene; and brothers, Earl and Harry Dufrene. She was a parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church and was a member of the Ladies Altar Society. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== MATHERNE, PAUL "BUDDY" ============================================================================= Paul "Buddy" Matherne, 80, a resident of Columbus, Ga., died Thursday, May 16, 2013. Visitation will be from 9:15 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at First United Methodist Church in Houma. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Stella Matherne; sons, Jon (Angela), Peter, and David (Gail) Matherne; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister, Barbara Rogers. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Allen, Edward and Raymond; and sisters, Elsie, Velma, Mable, Verda, Wilma and his twin, Betty. ====================== MATRANGA, LEO ============================================================================= Leo M. Matranga, born June 18, 1960, died Sunday, June 23, 2013, at the age of 53. Leo left this Earth after a long hard fight with colon cancer. He won! He now gets to spend eternity with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m.Tuesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland and from 8 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church cemetery. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 33 years, Penny F. Matranga; his loving sons, Jeb Matranga and wife, Necee, and Carley Matranga and very special friend, Raquel Dufrene; his loving miniature dachshund, Teeny (who will miss him very much! She loved her Daddy); his father, John "Jay" Matranga; brothers, Corey, Peter and Mark Matranga; sister, Colette Matranga; and half sisters, Danina Doane, Angelle Matranga, Natasha Matranga and Janet Matranga. He was preceded in death by his mother, Geraldine F. Matranga; maternal grandparents, Ophelia and Louis Foret; and paternal grandparents, John and Nicoline Matranga. Leo loved to hunt and fish.He was the owner of C'est Cajun Catering. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Masses in Leo's honor or donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital are preferred. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== MCCAFFREY, THERESA ============================================================================= Theresa McCaffrey, 81, a native of Brookhaven, Miss., and a longtime resident of Houma, died at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, 2013. Her body was donated to LSU for medical research. She is survived by her son, Conley B. Wallace; daughter, Brinda Jill (Michael) Loupe; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Felix and Catherine McCaffrey; and brother, John McCaffrey. ====================== MEHALIK, THOMAS ============================================================================= Thomas Mehalik, 82, a native of Carbon, Penn., and resident of Schriever, died at 5 a.m. Friday, June 21, 2013. No services are planned at this time. His body was donated to LSU. He is survived by his wife, Claire Moreau Mehalik; and son-in-law, Carl Wilcox.He was preceded in death by his daughter, Martha Mehalik Wilcox; parents; brothers; and sisters. He was a mechanic and jack of all trades. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of American Legion Post No. 31. The family would like to thank Dr. Laura Campbell for her excellent care. Also thanks goes to the staff of the Hospice of South Louisiana with special thanks to Grace, Elinor and Ray. ====================== MILLER, JAMES "SKILL" ============================================================================= James "Skill" Miller, 59, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Monday, June 3, 2013. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Monday at St. Paul Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with burial in St. Paul Baptist Church cemetery. He is survived by his daughter, Necia J. Miller; two grandchildren, Brencia and Howard James; and three brothers, Robert Jr. "Larry" (Alice), Edward and Isaac Miller. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Sr. and Eva Mae Coleman Miller; sister, Alberda M. Ross; brothers, LB and LT Miller; and maternal and paternal grandparents. Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements. ====================== NAQUIN, BETTY JANE (BREAUX) ============================================================================= Betty Jane Breaux Naquin, 82, a native of Raceland, former resident of Des Allemands and resident of Chackbay, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at 12:10 a.m. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Des Allemands. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. at the church, with burial in St. Gertrude Catholic Church cemetery in Des Allemands. She is survived by her sons, Audie Naquin and wife, Karen, and Faron Naquin and wife, Deborah; daughter, Norma Kilpatrick and husband, Stephen; grandchildren, Marty, Starr, Marcy, Marisa, Kristen, Rydon, Caitlyn, Meaghan and Chad; great grandchildren, Zachary, Bailey and Landon; half brother, Riley Aucoin; and half sister, Rita Mouton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Joseph Naquin; parents, Bernard and Eulalie Breaux; brother, Robert Breaux; and 10 half siblings. Betty will be remembered as a loving, caring and happy lady. Her smile would shine as bright as her outfit! She enjoyed dancing, cooking and time with family. She will be deeply missed. Special thanks to Journey Hospice and her loving caregivers, Karen and Norma. Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland is in charge of arrangements. ====================== NAQUIN, GERALD ============================================================================= Gerald P. Naquin, 82, a native of Gray and resident of Thibodaux, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2013. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Thibodaux. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church. A committal service will follow the mass in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux. He is survived by his loving children, Jan Usey and husband, Gary, Bonnie Hebert and husband, Jeffery, Mark Naquin, and Kay Constant and husband, Ken; brother, Clifford Naquin Jr.; seven wonderful grandchildren, Shannon Usey, Stacey Megless, Jeff Hebert, Nikki Pennison, Robbie Hebert, Kristin Constant and Lindsay Constant; and seven precious great-grandchildren, Gracin Usey, Kaleigh Hebert, Brooke Hebert, Dylan Hebert, Mallory Pennison, Ava Pennison and Alexander Hebert. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 44 years, Marion Malbrough Naquin; parents, Clifford and Camille Guillot Naquin; and sister, Yvonne Naquin Haddad. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. He was an LSU fan through and through, but most importantly he was a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ====================== NEVIS, DOROTHY ============================================================================= Dorothy Mae Nevis, 68, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 2:55 a.m. Saturday, June 15, 2013. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Jones Funeral Home in Houma, and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Residence Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with burial in Union Benevolent Cemetery. She is survived by seven sons, Kimball, George Jr. (Angela), Bryron, Gregory, Elliott, Shaun and Christopher Nevis; one daughter, Deborah Nevis; four sisters, Rosemary (the Rev. Vincent) Fusilier, Betty Celestine, Leona (Joseph) Norman, and Etha Mae Turner; 35 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Nevis Sr.; and parents, William and Alma McGuire. Jones Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements. ====================== OLIVIER, LOUIS, SR. ============================================================================= Louis Lawrence Olivier Sr., 86, a native of Chacahoula and resident of Houma, died at 2:22 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 2013. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery. He is survived by his sons, Gerald and wife, Cindy, Kenneth and wife, Darla, and Louis Jr. and wife, Terrell; daughter, Linda Olivier LeBoeuf; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Toups Olivier; parents, Agnon and Louise Hebert Olivier; sister, Emily "LouLou" Olivier; and brothers, Arnold "Nonk," Aimzy "Poucho" and Augustave "Nome" Olivier. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ======================