A retired plant operator for LaJet Inc., he died at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 24, 2001, in New Orleans. He was 69 and a native and resident of St. James. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean conflict. Visiting was at St. James Catholic Church, St. James, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Visiting at the church from 8 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Thursday, conducted by the Rev. Louis Oubre. Entombment in Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum, Vacherie. Survived by his wife, Linda Gravois Chenier, St. James; four daughters and sons-in-law, Anne and Tommy Rodrigue, Rachel and Timmy Becnel and Melissa and Timmy Folse, all of Vacherie, and Julie and Jimmy Castex, Metairie; a son, Stephen Chenier, St. James; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Antoine and Florence Reulet Gravois, Vacherie; two sisters, Geri Cavaretta and Suzanne Yeagley, both of Madisonville; two brothers, Gary Chenier Sr., Woodlands, Texas, and Robert Chenier Sr., Vacherie; and 10 grandchildren, Ryan, Arlene and Sam Rodrigue, Daina and Stephen Chenier, Bennett, Caroline and Anne Marie Becnel, and Bradley and Collin Folse. Preceded in death by parents, Antoine Sr. and Celie Oubre Chenier; and a daughter, Arlene Mary Chenier. He was a member of Riverdale Country Club and was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge. Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, December 27, 2001
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VACHERIE - James "Jim" Chenier Sr., 70, a native and resident of Vacherie, died March 26. He was the husband of Loretta L. Chenier. He is survived by four sons Arlan, Glen, Carl, and James Chenier, two daughters Nora Morris and Cindy Dupre. He is also survived by four brothers, one sister, 11 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant daughter Flora. Services were held Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie with internment in church cemetery.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Wednesday, March 30, 2005
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Cheryl H. Cortez, 48, born October 27, 1966. A native of Thibodaux and resident of Vacherie, died on Friday, March 27, 2015 in a boating accident. Visitation will be from 9AM until funeral time Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12PM, at the church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by parents, Kenneth and Brenda Hebert; son, Trevor Simon, Jr.; step-daughter, Shawna Cortez; brother, Brett Hebert and wife Renise; niece, Renee Hebert; nephew, Brandon Hebert. She was preceded in death by her husband, Shawn Cortez; daughter, Courtney Simon; grandfathers, Allen Trosclair and Junius Hebert; grandmother, Rena Deslatte. Cheryl was an employee of St. James Parish Government, Elderly Services. She will forever be remembered for her genuine care of other people, her amazing cooking, her ability to brighten up any room she entered, and her gift of making everyone feel welcomed, cared for, and loved.
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Antoine "Peanut" Augustin Folse on Sunday, May 9, 2004 at 5:00 p.m. in Houma. Husband of Aline Labat Folse Vacherie. Son of the late Eutrope and Marie Falgoust Folse. Father of Jeffrey Antoine Folse, Sr. of Vacherie. Grandfather of Kelly, Jeffrey, Jr. and spouses Summer and Kyle Folse. Brother of Agnes Becnel of Vacherie and the late Bessie Rodrigue. Age 77. A native of Vacherie and a resident of Vacherie. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Services conducted by Rev. Michael Micelli. Interment in church mausoleum. Visitation at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie from 7 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Arrangements by Ourso of Donaldsonville.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, May 11, 2004
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Ferdinand "Ferdie" Nicholas Folse, age 91, on January 6, 2002 at 11:50 a.m. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Visitation 8AM until funeral time on Tuesday, January 8, 2002 at Our Lady of Peace inVacherie, LA. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Cemetery: Our Lady of Peace, Vacherie, LA. Survived by sons: Adam Folse and Ernest Folse (daughter-in-law Shirley Folse and Betty Folse); daughter, Dorothy F. Chaisson (Son-in-law Jeffery Chaisson); brothers Louis Folse and Oneil Folse; sister, Viola F. Tregre. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Preceded in death by wife Olena Falgoust Folse; parents Alexander and Seraphine Matherne Folse; brothers Harris, Early, Oledo, Clarence and Elphege Folse; sisters Eunice F. Stein, Vinia F. Tregre and Cleonie F. Dempster; great grandson Michael Folse; daughter-in-law Janet B. Folse. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc., Thibodaux, LA. in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Monday, January 7, 2002
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Joyce N. Folse, 84, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Vacherie, passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2018. A visitation will be held in her honor on Thursday, April 12, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, from 8 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. The burial will follow in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Vacherie. She is survived by her sons, Jeffery Folse and wife, Mary, Wilbert Folse and wife, Cathy, Whitney Folse and companion, Lourdes, and Todd Folse; daughter, Zelda Folse; siblings, Juanita Schexnayder, Skirley Nicholas, Steven Nicholas, and Lois Sykes; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aureaus Folse; parents, Whitney Nicholas and Laura Borne Nicholas; siblings, Rodney Nicholas, Audrey Nicholas, Joseph Mercy Nicholas and Shirley Newman. Thibodaux Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
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Lena Kliebert Folse, a resident of Vacherie, was entrusted into God's loving care, Thursday, August 7, 2008 at her home. She was 71 years old and a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting. Visitation will be on Monday, August 11, from 8 a.m. until funeral time at 11 a.m. at Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, followed by interment in the church mausoleum. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Bob Folse; a daughter, Pamela Folse of Vacherie; two sons, Lloyd Folse and wife Mary Ann of Boutte, and David Folse and wife Cheryl of Houma; and six grandchildren, U.S. Marine Lance Corporal David Folse, Jr., stationed in Twenty-Nine Palms, California, and Jacob and Jared Folse, of Houma; U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Melissa Lopez and her husband, U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Adrian Lopez of Spangladem, Germany; and Joshua and Jessica Jourdain of Boutte. Also survived by one brother, Sidney Kliebert of Vacherie, and one uncle, Louis D. Labat of Metairie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ferdinand and Lillian Labat Kliebert; two brothers, Clarence Kliebert and Lloyd Kliebert; and one sister, May K. Rome. Ourso Funeral Home of Donaldsonville in charge of arrangements.
Donaldsonville Chief, The (LA) - Tuesday, August 12, 2008
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A native of Vacherie and a resident of LaPlace, he died at Twin Oaks Nursing Home in LaPlace at 6:55 a.m. Monday, Dec. 31, 2012. He was 49. Visiting at New Zion Christian Center, Gramercy, on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013, from 9:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by Elder Emil D. Mitchell. Interment in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Vacherie. Survived by his six sisters and their spouses, Shelia and Mervin Roussell, Valerie and Clifford Simon, Mary Gibson, Melanie and Ronald Boudreaux, Charlene Hickerson and Cynthia Arnold; four brothers, Mark, Michael, Charles and Henry Gibson Jr.; his companion, Lashondra Gaither; stepchildren, Jasmin, Ladarius, Shakyah and Destyni; two step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Henry Gibson Sr. and Ovealia Dumas; and brother-in-law, Willard Arnold. Arrangements by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home. To sign guestbook go to www.brazierwatson.com.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, January 3, 2013
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Edwin "Menew" Gravois, a native and lifelong resident of Vacherie passed away on December 3, 2014 at the age of 79. Born on October 18, 1935, he was an avid sports fan of the LSU Tigers, Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals. He was a carpenter by trade and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was also the Quartermaster for VFW Post 4245. Known for his wit, he enjoyed spending time with family, gardening, attending sporting events involving his grandchildren, doing carpentry work, and watching sports on TV. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Dolores Clement Gravois; his four children, Darla Hymel (Danny), Wanda Bolton (Will), Carl Gravois (Andrea), and Brent Gravois (Stacie); six grandchildren, Drake Gravois, Lance Hymel, Colby Bolton, Logan Gravois, Layne Hymel, and Demi Gravois; three siblings, Ann Granier, Virginia Laiche, and Allen Gravois. He is preceded in death by his parents, Effie Steib Gravois and Felix Joseph Gravois; five siblings, Mildred Webre, Lydia Labat, Raymond Gravois, Phillip Gravois, and Francis Gravois. Visitation will be observed at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie on December 6, 2014 from 8:00am until funeral mass at 11:00am. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. The family extends a special thanks to the doctors and staff of Thibodaux Regional Hospital and Cancer Center, and the office of Dr. Sarat Donepudi. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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She was 83, of Vacherie, a devoted homemaker and wife of the late Leonard Gravois Sr., entered into rest in Thibodaux. Survived by four sons and daughters-in-law, Leonard Jr. and Shirelene Gravois, Gerard Gravois and Glenda Bourgeois and Wayne and Darlene Gravois, all of Vacherie, and Carol and Maureen Gravois, Thibodaux; a brother, Jean Marse Sr., Reserve; three sisters, Jeanne Folse, Vacherie, Mary Humphries, LaPlace, and Emma Schexnayder, Destrehan; her precious grandchildren, Lenny and Kristi, Jamie and Lori, Ryan and Shelli, Brandon and Sarah, Casie, Stacie, Lauren, Shaun, Ashlee, Aaron, Wesley, Bennett and Caroline Gravois and Wendy and Bart Broussard; and her great-grandchildren, Layne, Colin, Hudson and Isabella Grace Gravois.
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A resident of Thibodaux, he died at 6:45 a.m. Sunday, May 13, 2001. He was 87, born April 16, 1914, in Vacherie. Visitation at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, Thibodaux, from 10 a.m. Wednesday until memorial services at 11 a.m. Survived by his wife, Ruth Shelby Gravois; two brothers, Wilfred and Theodore Gravois; and a sister, Rose G. Abadie. He was a retired employee of J. Ray McDermott. His last position was administrative assistant to the executive vice president. He was founder of Bayou Industrial group and St. Mary Industrial group of Morgan City. Thibodaux Funeral Home Inc., Thibodaux, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, May 15, 2001
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Florence Reulet Gravois, 98, a native and resident of Vacherie, was born on Nov. 11, 1911 and passed away at 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010. She is survived by three sons; Aubrey Gravois and wife, Mary Ellen, Dean Gravois and wife, Maria, all of Vacherie, and Eugene Gravois and wife, Marie, of Napoleonville; her daughter-in-Law, Lynn Gravois of Thibodaux; five daughters, Iris G. Loup and husband, F.J., Linda G. Chenier, Rosemarie Hymel and husband, Allen, all of Vacherie, Rosalie G. Hymel and husband, Carol, of Thibodaux, Aimee Simon and Dr. Denis III of Baton Rouge; three brothers, Woodrow, John and Louis Reulet; three sisters, Bernice Goley, Janice Daigle and Marjorie Granier; 32 grandchildren; 61 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Antoine E. Gravois; her parents, Victor Reulet and Helen Poirier Reulet; one son, Ernest Gravois; one daughter, Lucille Gravois; her son-in-law, Antoine "Bean" Chenier; one grandson, Stephen Chenier; one grandaughter, Arlene Chenier; two brothers, Raymond Reulet and Earl Reulet; and three sisters, Rosemary Steib, Mae Gravois and Helen Gravois. She was a retired school teacher and the most caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother as well as an excellent cook. Visitation will be from 8 to 11:45 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass of Christian burial will be at noon Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 905 Canal Blvd., Thibodaux, LA 70301. Rose Lynn Funeral Services is in charge of the arrangements.
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Francis Joseph Gravois, age 77, born February 26, 1931, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2008. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Survived by: wife, Marlene Constant Gravois; 6 sons: Stanley, Gary, Kenneth, Patrick, Jerry and Bert Gravois; 6 daughters: Judy Pitre, Flora Duet, Mary Benoit, Kathy Talbot, Jamie Gravois and Joan Danos; 2 brothers: Edwin and Allen Gravois; 2 sisters: Annie Granier and Jeannie Laiche; 23 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents: Felix and Effie Steib Gravois; son, James Gravois; 2 brothers: Raymond and Philip Gravois; and sisters: Millie Webre and Lydia Labat. Visitation from 8:00 a.m. until funeral time on Saturday, June 14, 2008 at Our Lady of Peace Church, Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the Church, Vacherie, LA. Interment Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Vacherie, LA. LANDRY'S FUNERAL HOME, INC., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, June 13, 2008
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Gregory J. Gravois, 58, a native and resident of Vacherie died Saturday, September 17, 2011 at Tulane Medical Center. He is survived by his wife, Mona Oubre Gravois and sons John Gregory, wife Angie, and Mark Roland, wife Terri. A devoted grandfather to Lane Gravois, Benjamin Gravois, Bryce Gravois, Christopher Gravois, Ava Gravois, and Lillie Gravois. Also survived by his mother Annie S. Gravois; brothers Albert A. Gravois, Matthew Gravois, and George Gravois. He is preceded in death his father Albert J. Gravois, sisters Laurie Gravois and Michelle Gravois. Mr. Gravois was a long-time business owner and contractor. He was the Governor's appointee to the Port of South Louisiana where he served as Treasurer and Past President. Mr. Gravois was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #11857. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie from 11:00 a.m. till Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in church cemetery.
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James K. "Jimbo" Gravois Sr., 50, a native and resident of Vacherie, died at 4 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2007. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his parents, Francis J. and Marlene Constant Gravois; one son, James K. "Jimbo" Gravois Jr.; three daughters, Stacy G. Guedry and husband, Brad, Crystal G. Borne and husband, Daniel, and Stephanie Gravois; six brothers, Stanley, Gary, Kenneth, Patrick, Jerry and Bert Gravois; six sisters, Judy G. Pitre, Flora G. Duet, Mary G. Benoit, Kathy G. Talbot, Jamie Gravois and Joan G. Danos; four grandchildren, Chandler Guedry, Kailyn Borne, Aiden Borne and Tailer Borne; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Felix and Effie Steib Gravois and Theo and Florence Ledet Constant. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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James Maurice Gravois "Jimmy", age 75, passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2012 surrounded by his loving family at the Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, La. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Mrs. Geraldine "Deany" Williams Gravois; five daughters Heidi McDonald and husband Blake, Donna Sinclair and husband Dr. Bill, Trudy Clement and husband Chris, Ginger Gravois Webre, and Myra Pitts and husband Bill; son Jim Gravois Jr. and wife Malissa; two sisters Beverly Bond and husband Charles and Ruby Daigle and husband Eddie "Mike"; sixteen grandchildren Ashley McDonald Raynal and husband Stephan, Brett Gravois and wife Melissa, Blake McDonald Jr., Ryan Gravois and wife Natalie, Chase Gravois, Matthew Sinclair, Justin Sinclair, Nikki Clement, Connor Sinclair, Trent Clement, Hunter Webre, Henson Webre, Hailey Webre, James Gravois III, Logan Pitts, and Brittany Pitts; two great-grandchildren Finn Raynal and Melanie Gravois; and also numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. Preceded in death by his parents Hilda Tauzin and Renè Louis Gravois and stepmother Edith Barrient Gravois. Pallbearers and altar servers will be his grandsons. He was a 1955 Graduate of Catholic High of Donaldsonville, a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #8906 of Thibodaux, a retired Sugar Cane Farmer, Entrepreneur, and a founding member of LA Health Care Group of Lafayette. Jimmy's favorite past time was cooking. He loved food and with Deany's help, they put together a cookbook called "Cook N Tell". He catered fund raisers in Washington D.C. and throughout the United States for many Senators and Congressmen. He loved football and was a critic of bad plays. He also love to reminisce about his old high school days at C.H.S. of Donaldsonville. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie from 9:00 AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 PM. Officiated by Rev. Mark Toups. Entombment will be in the church cemetery. Ourso Funeral Home handled arrangements.
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Leonard Wade Gravois, Sr. on Monday, December 23, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. in Vacherie, LA. Husband of Elvige Marse Gravois, Vacherie. Son of the late Ernest and Bertha Rodrigue Gravois. Father and Father-in-law of Leonard W. Jr. and Shirlene, Gerard, Wayne and Darlene Gravois, of Vacherie, and Carol and Maureen Gravois of Thibodaux. LA. Grandfather of Wendy and Bart Broussard, Lenny and Kristi, Jamie and Lori, Ryan and Shelli, Brandon and Sarah, Casie, Stacie, Lauren, Shaun, Ashlee, Aaron, Wesley, Bennett, and Caroline Gravois. Great grandfather of Layne and Hudson Gravois. Brother of Antoine E. Gravois and Therese Gravois Oubre and the late Angele Gravois Steib, Louis, Joseph, Henrietta, Jean Paul and Augustin Gravois, Clair Gravois Hirsch and his half sisters Aline Gravois Rodrigue, Elizabeth 'Elise' Gravois Becnel and Marie Gravois Falgoust. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus #1514, a veteran of WWII in the U.S. Army, he was a retired school bus driver for the St. James Parish School Board with 16 years service, and co-owner of L&H Gravois General Merchandise Grocery. Age 89. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM on Thursday, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, conducted by the Rev. Henry Gautreau, Jr. in Vacherie. Interment in Church Mausoleum. Visitation at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie from 8 AM until 11 AM on Thursday. Arrangements by OURSO OF DONALDSONVILLE.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, December 24, 2002
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Mrs. Lizzie Webre Gravois, an avid homemaker, born March 12, 1912, died Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 5:10 a.m. at age 94. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. A parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Survived by sons: Larry, Richard, Leroy, Randy, Ronald, Lynn Jr. and Martin Gravois; daughter, Elizabeth "Betty" Martinez; sister, Althea W. Kliebert; 24 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Lynn Francis Gravois, Sr.; parents, Remy and Zulme Dempster Webre; son, Roland Gravois; daughter, Marie G. Thibodaux; brother, Murphy Webre; and sister, Valerie W. Hymel. Visitation 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 23, 2006 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday at 11:00 a.m. in the Church. Interment Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Samart Funeral Home, Raceland, LA.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Thursday, June 22, 2006
Contributed by Jane Edson

GRAVOIS - At her residence, Vacherie, La., on Monday, October 22, 1962, at 6 o'clock p.m., Marie Edna Becnel, beloved wife of the late Robert Pierre Gravois; mother of Mrs. Amanda Saucier and Mrs. Oscar Kleiner of New Orleans, La., Joseph Saucier of Baton Rouge, La., Mrs. L. Joe Falgoust of Algiers, La., Bert Gravois of Thibodaux, la., Mrs. Steve Giovingo of Vacherie, La., Ignace Gravois and Mrs. J. D. Martinez of Gretna, La.; also survived by 18 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Age 82 years. A native and a resident of Vacherie, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services from Thibodaux Funeral Home, 812 St. Philip Street, Thibodaux, La., on Wednesday, October 24, 1962, at 8:15 o'clock a.m. Religious services at Our Lady of Peace Catholic church, Vacherie, La. Interment in Our Lady of Peace cemetery. Arrangements by Thibodaux Funeral Home.
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Olga Kliebert Gravois, 84, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017. She was a native and life-long resident of Vacherie. She was devoted to Our Lady of Peace Church which she cleaned for 30 years. Beloved wife of the late Raymond Gravois Sr.; mother of Raymond Gravois Jr. (Cindy) of Thibodaux, and that late Priscilla Landry (Huey); daughter of the late Theodore Joseph Kliebert and Josephine Becnel Kliebert of Vacherie; sister of Alice Mae Mars, Rita K. Uzee, Nancy K. Scioneaux, Nettie K. Landry and the late Mildred K. Rodrigue, Harry, Morgan Sr., and Murray Kliebert; grandmother of Dawn Hebert, Julia Landry, Christie Batiste, Tony Gravois, Justin Gravois and Joshua Gravois; great-grandmother of Gavin and Godrick Hebert, Jaymon Thomas, Davon Thomas, Jaxon Carter, Aubree Batiste, Brayden Batiste and Emma Gravois. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie on Friday, Oct 13, 2017. Visitation will be held from 1:30 p.m. until Mass at 3:30 p.m. Thibodaux Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Daily Comet (Thibodaux, LA) - Thursday, October 12, 2017
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Ruth S. Gravois passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 2, 2010. She was 95. Mrs. Gravois was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Gravois, to whom she was married for 56 years. She had been a resident of Thibodaux and other communities in Louisiana for 65 years. Mrs. Gravois was born In Cleveland, Ohio, on Aug. 13, 1914. She attended public schools there and graduated from Glenville High School in 1932. During the Great Depression, she held jobs in Cleveland and Mansfield, Ohio, and contributed to the support of her family. Ruth and Ernest Gravois married in 1944 at an Air Force base in Myrtle Beach, N.C., where Ernest was stationed as a noncommissioned officer in World War II. After the war, they moved to Louisiana. Ruth worked for a number of years for J. Ray McDermott, as did her husband. They made many trips to Cleveland to visit with her family. She is survived by a sister in the Cleveland area and a brother who resides in Washington, D.C. as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. They are grateful for the unstinting care given by the Gravois family, particularly Jackie and Dewey Gravois, and other care providers in Ruth's last years.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Saturday, March 6, 2010
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Nedra Mary Woods Grogan, age 53, a resident of Patterson, LA and native of Vacherie, LA, passed away on Thursday August 13, 2015 at 4:45 PM at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City, LA. Visitation will observed on Saturday August 22, 2015 from 8:00 AM until funeral services at 11:00 AM at the Siracusaville Recreation Center in Morgan City (Siracusa), LA with Pastor Patrick T Jones, Officiating. Burial will follow funeral services in the Our Lady of Peace Catholic Cemetery in Vacherie, LA. Cherished and divine memories will forever be remembered by her loving husband, Tron Grogan; one son, Clarence Woods, two daughters, Qwane' Woods and La'Tasha Woods all of Patterson, LA; her mother, Eva Mae Batiste (Davis) of Vacherie, LA; four brothers, Larry Woods (Charlotte) and Harold Woods, both of Franklin, LA and Dewayne Woods (Delisa) and Jared Woods (Chaelita) of Prairieville, LA; four sisters, Vanessa Keller (Elix Sr.) of Port Arthur, TX, Jacqueline Woods of Vacherie, LA, Sondra Hines (Jason) of Sulphur, LA and Joanette Woods of Beaumont, TX; three grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and dear friends. Nedra was preceded in death by her father Joseph Woods, Jr.; one son, Clarence Gray and one brother Ronnie Woods.
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Joseph N. Gros Jr. is survived by his wife, Jacquelyn Gros; one son, Collin Philip Gros and wife, Monique; one daughter, Laural Rose Howard and husband, Michael; one brother, Raymond L. Gros Jr. and wife, Imelda; five sisters, Gladys Narisse, Regina Steib, Alice Steib, Daisy Mitchell and husband, Ridgley, and Rose Boudoin and husband, Teddy; three grandchildren, Hailey N. Gros, Micah J. Howard, and Mara A. Howard; and his previous daughter-in-law, Carla N. Gros. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph N. Gros Sr. and Olympe Dumas Gros; two brothers, Francois Gros Sr. and Edmond Gros Sr.; and three sisters, Ollie Narcisse, Olivia Martin and Nazie Gros. He was retired from Avondale Shipyards and National Boilermakers.
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Clarence J. Guidry Sr., a retired plant manager for Universal Match Factory, died Sunday of cancer at Chalmette Medical Center. He was 72. Mr. Guidry was born in New Orleans and lived in Arabi for 43 years. He was a former employee of John Mansville Textile and Roofing Co. He was a member of the Cajun French Music Association, New Orleans Chapter. Survivors include his wife, Anne Hilda Reulet Guidry; two sons, Clarence J. Guidry Jr. and Lonnie J. Guidry; a brother, Leroy Guidry; two sisters, Betty Gulino and Doris Springer; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A Mass will be said Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St. in Chalmette. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum in Vacherie.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, September 11, 2001
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Mabel Becnel Guillot, age 88, Date of Birth, 01-02-1925. Resident of Vacherie, La. Native of Vacherie, La. Died on Monday 05-06-2013. Visitation time and date 8am until Funeral Time Friday 05-10-2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, La. Mass of Christian Burial time and date 11am Friday 05-10-2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, La. Interment at Our Lady of Peace cemetery in Vacherie, La. Survived by: Brother: Joseph Bluebeck Becnel. Sister: Jane Becnel Percle. Preceded in Death Husband: Gillis Roland Guillot. Parents: Abel Becnel, Sr. and Margeritte Falgoust Becnel. Sisters: Althe B. Rome, Delta B. Rodrigue, Anne Becnel, Thernica Becnel, Yvonne B. Percle, Marie B. Zeringue, and Janet B. Folse. Brothers: Louis Becnel, Abel Becnel, Jr., Francois "Tony" Becnel, and Joseph Marcel Becnel. Thibodaux Funeral Home in Thibodaux, La. is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Wednesday, May 8, 2013
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Carl R. Hanlin, a retired sales representative with Exxon Corp., died Sunday of heart disease at Memorial Medical Center. He was 82. Mr. Hanlin was born in Three Mile, W.Va., and lived in New Orleans. He was a member of the Exxon Club. Survivors include his wife, Lucette Lassere Hanlin; a son, Thomas Hanlin; a daughter, Shirley Rogowski; two stepsons, Jerome Labat and S. Ralph Labat Jr.; three brothers, Bruce, Paul and Dale Hanlin; three sisters, Phyllis Butler, Fern Coberly and Lois Phillips; four grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 Louisiana 644, Vacherie. Visitation will begin at 8 a.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Wednesday, April 7, 2004
Carl R. Hanlin, 82, a native of Baltimore and resident of New Orleans, died at 9:25 p.m. Sunday, April 4, 2004. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Religious service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Lucette Lassere Hanlin; one son, Thomas Hanlin; two stepsons, S. Ralph Labat Jr. and Jerome Labat; one daughter, Shirley Rogowski; three brothers, Bruce, Paul and Dale Hanlin; three sisters, Phyllis Butler, Fern Coberly and Lois Phillips; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Claire Dousha Hanlin; his parents, Plenny Amos Hanlin and Nellie Dye Hanlin; and one sister, Donna Whiting. He was a member of the Exxon Club.
Daily Comet, Thibodaux, Lafourche Parish, LA - Wednesday, April 7, 2004

David Zaccheous Harris Jr. entered his final resting place on November 4, 2021, at the tender age of 16. He was affectionately known, such as, Dave, DJ, David Jr., Dada, and Ploon. David was a gentle giant, who was a kind, loving, humble, and quiet and was a student at both, Lutcher and St. James High Schools, Class of 2024. He was a native of Gramercy, LA, and a resident of Vacherie, LA. He leaves behind many loved ones to cherish his memories, including: his mother, Tameca Hoyal; siblings, Deontray Hoyal, Asiajanae Pittman, and Chrishoyne Dirance; his grandparents, Linda Hoyal, Micheal Bowser (Benadtrell), Melissa Laurent Harris (Herman) Smith; his bestfriends, Haywood Harry Jr., Tiyquan Hoyal, and Jarius Robertson; and a host of other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Vacherie. Service will be officiated by Apostles Cardell and Shawanda Mitchell of Higher Heights Ministries. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Interment: Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Viewing will be held Friday, November 19, 2021, at Bardell's Mortuary, 3856 LA-44, Mt. Airy, LA 70076.
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David Zaccheous "King Roo" Harris Sr. died Thursday, July 19, 2007, as the result of an automobile accident. He was 23 and a native and resident of Vacherie. Visiting at Our Lady Of Peace Catholic Church, South Vacherie, on Wednesday, July 25, from 8 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Michael Miceli. Burial in the church cemetery. Survived by his mother, Melissa Laurent of Vacherie; son, David Zaccheous Harris Jr. of Vacherie; two brothers, Joseph Harris of Vacherie and Cordell Bell of Hammond; two sisters, Shalla Harris and Melan Smith, both of Vacherie; and maternal grandparents, Dolores and Norris Laurent of Vacherie. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his father, David Harris; and his paternal grandparents. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville. (985) 369-7231.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on July 24, 2007

Herbert Harry, Sr. was born on April 18, 1931 in Vacherie, La. to the late Bievenue & Mary Keller Harry. He acknowledged his faith and believed in Jesus as a catholic at an early age. He was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church parish. He was married to the late Aldonia Simon Harry, and to this union two children were born Martha Harry Steib & the late Herbert Harry, Jr. His last place of employment was at Avondale Shipyard where his job title was a rigger for many years until he retired. Herbert enjoyed sports, especially hardball. His ability and knowledge of baseball almost landed him a position in the professional baseball league, but his mother wouldn't let him go. Herbert loved to dance with his family and friends and created his own dance called the shavol. Herbert is survived by his daughter Martha Steib (Terrance), son Darryl Favorite, Charlene William (Leo), one brother: Milton Harry Sr., two sisters: Eva Batiste (Davis) & Anita H. Batiste, one daughter-in-law, Barbara Harry, two sisters-in-law, Marie V. Florence & Ora Lee Borne. 5 grandchildren: Herbert Harry III (Nichole), Chrisshannon Forde (Koderic), Lawanda Harry, Shandell Harry, Bievienea Harry, 4 great-grandchildren: Nyaisha Forde, Raven Lumar, Paris Harry, and Roderic Forde, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Herbert was preceded in death by his parents Bievenue & Mary Keller Harry, his wife Aldonia Simon Harry, son Herbert Harry Jr., two sisters: Amie Chopin and Esther H. Williams, and five brothers: Raymond, Silvain, Jules, Ernest, and Alfred Harry.
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Carla B. Hebert, 36, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Vacherie, died Saturday, April 16, 2011. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel. Religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the chapel, with burial at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Vacherie. She is survived by her husband, Guy Hebert; her parents, Glovelance "Tuna" Becnel Jr. and Sandra R. Becnel; one daughter, Hailey Hebert; three brothers, Casey Laiche (brother), and Brian and Jason Rome (stepbrothers); and one sister, Dana B. Croll. She was preceded in death by her stepmother, Linda M. Becnel; her grandparents, Irene F. Becnel and Glovelance Becnel Sr., and Adele S. Rink and James Rink; and one nephew, Edwin Keith Croll III. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Marie Louise Hotard, 81, of Vacherie, passed away peacefully in her home on January 6, 2022. Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church from 8:00 am until 9:00 am for the family and 9:00 am until 11:00 am for the public. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, at 11:00 am. Burial will take place in the Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. She is survived by her son, Virgil Falgoust, daughters, Mary Jo'el Bordelon and Charlotte Granier; Brother, Robert Tregre (Patty); sisters, Earline Kraemer and Sally Dufrene (LJ); Grandchildren, Daran Falgoust (Bethany), Lance Bordelon (Sarah), Allen Bordelon (Kayla), Melinda Granier (Kalem), and Anthony Granier; Great Grandchildren, Kaden, Jaden, Adylese, Sophia, Levi, Isaiah, Kenzlee, and Dylan Jr. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thedore Hotard Jr.; Parents, Beronie and Vinia Tregre; Brothers, Guy, Benoit, Herbert, Alfred, Edwin, and Lee Tregre; Sisters, Elda Breaux and Lucy Tregre; Great Grandson, Jasper and Elijah Broden. Louise was a very loving mother, grandmother, and sister. She was a hardworking woman known for her famous stuff crabs and crawfish bisque. Online condolences can be given at www.samartfuneralhome.com. Samart Funeral Home of Houma, West Park is in charge of arrangements.
Samart Funeral Home of Houma - Bayou Blue, Terrebonne Parish, LA; Jan. 8, 2022

Theodore A. Hotard Jr., 66, a native of Norco and resident of Vacherie, died at 5:06 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 30, 2001. Visitation will be from 7:30 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Louise M. Falgoust; one stepson, Virgil Paul Falgoust; two stepdaughters, Jo-el Bordelon and Charlotte Ann Granier; one brother, Winfield Hotard; one sister, Beverly Pankey; and five step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Lily Gonzales Hotard Sr.
Houmatoday.com published on December 30, 2001

Charles "Charlie" Joseph Hubbell, 75, was born on October 22, 1939 and passed away on July 28, 2015. He was a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 8 years, Cheryl Brazan Holmes Hubbell; children, Angela Waguespack and husband Kerry, Chris Hubbell and wife Linda, and Shane Hubbell and longtime partner, Barbara Terrell; brothers and sisters, Philip "Buck" Hubbell, Jr., James "Bim" Hubbell, Gerald Hubbell, Cecile Hubbell Blanchard, Marie Louise Hubbell Frilot; grandchildren, Ashley Waguespack, Kaleb Waguespack, Ethan Hubbell, Luke Hubbell, Amanda Delatte, and Jacob Terrell, sisters-in-law, Ersalene, Geraldine, and Rose, and a brother-in-law, Barry, and nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Judith Folse Hubbell; parents, Philip and Cecile Laiche Hubbell; sister-in-law, Mildred, and brother-in-law, Allen. He was a teacher in the St. James Parish public school system for over 30 years as well as serving in the National Guard and Army. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus serving different offices, as well as a founding member of the Vacherie Jaycees. He was also a committed adorer at Our Lady of Peace Adoration Chapel since its inception. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who benefited from his kindness and compassion. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of handling the funeral arrangement.
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Judith Folse Hubbell, 55, a native and resident of Vacherie, died at 3:20 p.m. Oct. 23, 2002. Visitation will be from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial at the church mausoleum. She is survived by her husband, Charles J. Hubbell; sons, Chris and Shane Hubbell, both of Vacherie; daughters, Angela and Kerry Waguespack, both of Vacherie; sisters, Elizabeth Kraemer of Vacherie and Therese Legendre of Chackbay; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Yolande Brazan Folse.
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Grant A. Hymel, a native of Gramercy and a resident of Vacherie, passed away on Oct. 11, 2018, at the age of 72. A visitation will be held from 8 a.m. until funeral time on Monday, Oct. 15, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. He is survived by his brother-in-law, James Brock (Bertha); sister-in-law, Lois Peltier; caregiver/niece, Kristi Schexnayder; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Paulette Brock Hymel; parents, Victor and Inez Hymel; brother, Dalton Hymel; and brother-in-law, Tracy Peltier. Although Grant had no biological children, his many nieces and nephews were loved as his own. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet (LA) from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2018

Henry A. Hymel, Jr., 82, passed away, July 30, 2014, resident of Vacherie, LA and native of Wallace, LA. Visitation will be from 9AM until funeral time Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11AM, at the church, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He is survived by his step-daughters, Tina Adams and Joanna Reulet; step-son, David Hall, Sr.; sisters, Ethel Hymel Scioneaux, Philomene Hymel Keller and Gloria Hymel Cervantes; 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Alice Rome Hymel; parents, Henry Joseph Hymel, Sr. and Philomene Waguespack Hymel; brother, Ralph Hymel; sisters, Nola Hymel Chabaud, Mariel Hymel Faucheux, Lucille Hymel Hymel and Hilda Hymel Vicknair.
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Kenneth Hymel Sr., 82, a native and resident of Vacherie, Louisiana, passed away Feb. 27, 2017. A visitation will be held in his honor on Thursday, March 2, 2017, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, La. from 8 a.m. until service time. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mae Evelyn Hymel; sons, Kenneth Hymel Jr. (Maranita) and Thomas Hymel (Adele); daughters, Julie Tabor (Austin, Sr.) and Cindy LeBoeuf (Burriel Jr.); grandchildren, Kenneth III (Samantha), Kandi, Blake, and Blaise Hymel, Austin Jr. and Jared Tabor, Lane and Jace LeBoeuf; brothers, Harry, Albon Jr. and Lynn Hymel; and sisters, Virgia Waguespack, Ethel Mae Recatto and Judy Waguespack. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albon Sr. and Fedelise Amedee Hymel; grandson, Derrick Hymel; brothers, Burchman and Jerome Hymel; and sisters, Hazel Rome & Merilyn Kliebert. Online condolences can be given at www.thibodauxfuneralhome.com. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Daily Comet (Thibodaux, LA) - Thursday, March 2, 2017
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Mae Evelyn Falgoust Hymel, 79, a native and resident of Vacherie, passed away on Jan. 10, 2018. A visitation will be held in her honor on Monday, Jan. 15, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, from 8 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. The burial will follow in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. She is survived by her sons, Kenneth Hymel Jr. (Maranita) and Thomas Hymel (Adele); daughters, Julie Tabor (Austin Sr.) and Cindy LeBoeuf (Burriel); sister, Rosalind Zeringue (Ralph); and grandchildren, Kenneth Hymel III (Samantha), Kandi Clement (Claude), Blake Hymel, Blaise Hymel, Austin Tabor Jr., Jared Tabor, Lane LeBoeuf and Jace LeBoeuf. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Falgoust and Evelina Schexnayder Falgoust; husband, Kenneth Hymel Sr.; and grandson, Derrick Hymel. Mae was the former secretary at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie for over 30 years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Before she became ill, she enjoyed visiting the elderly and homebound. She was a generous and loving soul. Thibodaux Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet (LA) from Jan. 12 to Jan. 13, 2018

Mary Alice Rome Hymel, age 68 years on Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 10:31 PM. Native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Visitation at 8:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Peace Church in Vacherie, LA on Saturday, December 23, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Burial at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Vacherie, LA. Survived by husband Henry A. Hymel, Jr. Mother of David Lynn Hall, Sr., JoAnna Savoie Reulet and Tina Maria Adams. Sister of Mary Agnes Rome LaFontaine and Maizie Rome Cambre. Grandmother of David Hall, Jr., Emelia "Meah" Reulet, Mega Reulet, Alyssa Rodrigue, Christopher Hall and Dawson Rodrigue. Great grandmother of Jasmin Hall and Bastian Hall. Preceded in death by parents Lucien J. and Emelis Rome Rome, brother Adam Rome and sister Enola Rome. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, INC., in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Saturday, December 23, 2006
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Paulette B. Hymel, 70, a native and resident of Vacherie, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2017. A visitation will be held in her honor on Friday, June 23, at Our Lady of Peace Church in Vacherie, from 11 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. The burial will follow in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Vacherie. She is survived by her loving husband, Grant A. Hymel; siblings, Lois B. Peltier, James Brock and wife, Bertha; nephews, Barry Peltier, Dana Peltier, and Scott Brock; and nieces, Kristi P. Schexnayder, and Mary B. Morvant. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis Brock and Vernice F. Brock; brother, Thomas Barry Brock; and brother-in-law, Tracy Peltier. Thibodaux Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet (LA) from June 21 to June 22, 2017

Belta R. Inness, lifelong resident of Vacherie, passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at the age of 89. She enjoyed her trips to the casino and cherished time spent with family. Belta leaves behind her daughter and son in law, Kathy I. and Larry Folse, Sr.; son and daughter in law, Keith and Debbie F. Inness; five grandchildren, Larry Folse, Jr., Melissa Stein, Keith Inness, Jr., Jessica Monteleone, and Jenna Grafia; 8 great grandchildren; and sister, Vicky R. Rougee. She was preceded in death by her husband, John ""Mac"" Inness; parents, Paul and Agatha K. Reulet; and brothers, Jean P. and Joseph ""Roe"" Reulet. Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, LA from 8 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am, celebrated by Rev., Bradley Doyle. Entombment to follow in the church cemetery. Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville in charge of arrangements.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from May 17 to May 19, 2018

VACHERIE - Francis Conrad Inness, 74, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Oct. 12. He was the father of Cindy Waguespack, and the late Sonia Gravois. He was also the son of the late Rose McGowan Simon and John Inness, and brother of Emerante Triche and Elizabeth "Betty" Tabor, and the late John "Mac" and Tracy Inness. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren. He was a production manager at Universal Match in St. Rose for more than 30 years and is a U.S. Air Force veteran. Memorial services were Oct. 14 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, with interment at the church cemetery.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Monday, October 18, 2004
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Francis Conrad Inness, age 74 years, born May 11, 1930, died on Tuesday, October 12, 2004. He is survived by: a son and daughter-in-law: Conrad and Janice Inness; a daughter and son-in-law: Cindy Inness and Albert Waguespack Jr.; two sisters: Emerante Triche and Elizabeth (Betty) Tabor; and 11 grandchildren: Ashley, Megan and Brandon Inness; Sheri, Albert III, Steven, Michelle, and Andree Waguespack; and Lindsay, Brittany and Mark Gravois. He was preceded in death by: a daughter, Sonia Inness Gravois; his parents: Rose McGowan Simon and John William Inness; and two brothers: John (Mac) Inness and Tracy Inness. He was employed for over 30 years as production manager at Universal Match in Kenner and is a veteran of the United States Air Force. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Memorial Service at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA. on Thursday, October 14, 2004 at 2PM. Visitation from 1PM to 2PM at the church on Thursday. Interment Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Cemetery, Vacherie, LA.
Published by The Times-Picayune, New Orleans LA; Oct. 13, 2004

John McGowan Inness, on Monday, March 31, 2003 at 12:29 a.m. in Thibodaux. Husband of Belta Reulet Inness for 56 years. Son of the late John W. Inness, Sr. and Rose McGowan Simon. Father and Father-in-law of: Kathy I. and Larry Folse, Keith P. and Debbie F. Inness. Brother of Emerant I. Triche, Elizabeth S. Tabor and Conrad Inness and the late Tracy Inness. Also survived by 5 grandchildren: Larry and Wife Stephanie Folse, Melissa and Husband Matt Stein, Keith, Jessica and Jenna Inness, 2 great-grandchildren: Maley Stein and Parker Folse. Age 81. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April 1, 2003 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie. Interment in Church Cemetery. Visitation at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, from 8 to 10:30 AM on Tuesday. Arrangements by OURSO OF DONALDSONVILLE.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, April 1, 2003
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Nell Reulet Inness, at Doctors Hospital of Jefferson, on Thursday, July 4, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. Beloved wife of the late Tracy L. Inness. Mother of Shelley Inness Waguespack. Mother-in-law of Cyril M. Waguespack, Jr. Grandmother of Angie Waguespack, David Waguespack and Scott Waguespack. Great-grandmother of Allie and Ryan Waguespack. Sister of Mary Covacevich, Hilda Guidry and the late Lester Reulet. Daughter of the late Felicity Oubre Reulet and Robert Reulet. Age 78 years. A native of Vacherie, LA and resident of Kenner, LA for the past 2 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA on Monday, July 8, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Followed by interment in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Visitation at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Blvd. (at Bonnabel Blvd.) in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Sunday, July 7, 2002
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Ethel Carter Isom, 86, a native of Vacherie and resident of Garyville, died Sept. 17, 2002. She was the daughter of the late Willie and Lillie Carter and the wife of the late Murphy Isom Sr. Mrs. Isom was the mother of Lillie Hollins, Theresa Devare, Irma Melanion, Ethel Mae Champagne, Juanita Lee, Elaine Sterling, Mary Isom, Eva Isom, Murphy Isom Jr., Harold Isom, Herman Isom, Wallace Isom and Alex Isom and the late Vernita Anderson, Edison Isom, and Willie Isom. She is also survived by 49 grandchildren, 78 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two great-grandchildren. Services were at St. Hubert Catholic Church, Garyville, with interment at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, South Vacherie.
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A native and resident of Vacherie, he died Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009, at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center in Thibodaux. He was 81. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, on Friday, Dec. 4, from 8 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by two daughters, Emily and spouse Vincent Steib, and Yvonne Steib, all of Vacherie; two sons and spouses, Terry Sr. and Theresa Isom, and James and Marilyn Thomas, all of Vacherie; and 14 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Woods Isom; second wife, Everlina Isaac Isom; parents, Albertha and Eli Isom; a son, Henry Isom Jr.; six sisters, Agnes Franklin, Helen Nelson, Eloise Bartholomew, Louvenia Isom, Goselin Steib and Theresa Oubre; and two brothers, Raymon and Joseph Antoine Isom. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, (985) 369-7231. To sign the guestbook or offer condolences, visit www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com.
The Advocate, Baton Rouge, LA; Dec. 3, 2009

VACHERIE - Josephine Isom, 63, a native and resident of Vacherie, died March 21. She was the wife of Willie Isom Sr. and mother of Sarah Isom, Zina Simon, Samantha Johnson and Willie Sr., Farrel and Alonzo Isom. She was also the daughter of the late Joseph and Josephia Steib and sister of Olivia Joseph, Leona Dumas, Beatrice Baptiste, Lydia Keller, Elroy Steib and the late Paul Steib. She is also survived by five grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, in Vacherie, with interment at the church cemetary. Visitation starts at 8 a.m.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Saturday, March 24, 2001
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A homemaker, she died on Friday, Dec. 30, 2005, at her home in Vacherie. She was 106 and a lifelong resident of Vacherie. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 La. 644, Vacherie, on Saturday, Jan. 7, from 8 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., celebrated by the Rev. Michael Miceli. Interment in the church cemetery. She is survived by three sons and a daughter-in-law, Willie Sr., Norris and Evelyn, and Joseph C. Isom, all of Vacherie; four daughters and two sons-in-law, Alice I. Steib of Vacherie, Ethel and Oregan Howard of Marrero, Josephine Kennedy of New Orleans, and Lottie and Peter Mitchell Sr. of St. James; two daughters-in-law, 33 grandchildren, 68 great-grandchildren, 17 great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, including devoted caregivers Theresa Alexander and Velma Dillon. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Isom Sr.; a son, John Isom Jr.; parents, Willie and Alice Dumas; four brothers and two sisters. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and a member of the Good Children's Benevolent Society. Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, is in charge of arrangements.
The Advocate, Baton Rouge, LA; on Jan. 6, 2006

Willie Isom, Sr., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at his residence in Vacherie, LA. Husband of the late Josephine Steib Isom. Father of Sarah, Alonzo and Farrel Isom, Zina Simon and Samantha Johnson all of Vacherie, LA and Willie Isom, Jr. of Kingwood, TX; father-in-law of Carmen and Sandra Isom and James Simon; son of the late Laura and John Isom, Sr. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 2 brothers, 4 sisters and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. He was 76, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00am from Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, South Vacherie. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Visitation from 8:00am to Mass time on Saturday at the church. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville, LA. To sign guest book or offer condolences visit our website at www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, April 11, 2008
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Davis James, a retired truck driver, died Monday Jun 17, 2002 at Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He was 79. Mr. James was born in Vacherie and lived in New Orleans for the past 58 years. He was an Army veteran. He was a former member of the Knights of Peter Claver. Survivors include his wife, Harriet Jackson James; two sons, Wilson and Ricky James; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
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A retired employee at Avondale Shipyard for 43 years, he died Monday, July 8, 2013 at Audubon Health and Rehabilitation in Thibodaux, LA. He was 80, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA from 9:00am to the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am Saturday, July 13, 2013, Father Michael Micelli officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. Survived by his wife, Celeste Dumas James of Vacherie, LA; 12 daughters, Clairrita (Leonard) Raphael, Paulette (Anthony) Smith, Joelle (Henry Adams) Seymore, Acquanette (Reginald) Roussell, Fredricka (Harry) Calloway, Christina (Norris) Washington, Eva (Howard) Irving, Sunniva Carter, Cristy James (Robert Russ), Rosalyn (Michael) Mitchell, Patrice and April Dumas; 1 son, Troy (Connie) Dumas; 1 brother, Sterling (Jean) James; Also survived by 17 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 7 step grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his former wife, Eva D. James; parents, Agnes and Heedley James; 1 sister, Mathilda J. Jones. He was a member of Knights of St. Peter Claver Council #161, and the Good Children Benevolent Society. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, LA 985-369-7231.
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VACHERIE - Morris Jeffery Sr., 56, a resident of Vacherie, died Feb. 16. He was the husband of Deborah Aubert Jeffery, father of Monica, Stacey and Morris Jeffery Jr. and stepfather of Demetrise Weber, Deidre Cowan and Anthony Weber. He was also the son of Florence Steib Jeffery and the late Webster Jeffery Sr. and brother of Linda Legeaux, Mary Lois Harris and Haywood, Stanford and Webster Jeffery Jr. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren. He was a welder at Avondale Shipyard Services were Feb. 23 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, South Vacherie, with interment at the church mausoleum.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 24, 2001

Warren A. Jeffery passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2009, at the age of 76. He was the beloved husband of Marie Helen D. Jeffery. Loving father of Michael Dumas of New Orleans, LA, Kim Jeffery of San Diego, CA and Adrian Jeffery of Vacherie, LA. Grandfather of Danita Wilson of Galveston, TX, Shaperia Dumas of Austin, TX, Helen, Naresha and Sade Dumas of New Orleans, LA and Marcus Jeffery of Columbia, Maryland. Great-grandfather of Donald and Shaquelle. He was preceded in death by his parents: Alfred and Bernadette Simon Jeffery; brothers: Raymond and Royan Jeffery. He is survived by two sisters: Audrey Keller and Deloris Jeffery of Vacherie, LA; three brothers: Alfred Jeffery of Jennings, LA, Earl Jeffery of California, and Michael Jeffery of Vacherie, LA. Also survived by two daugh-ters-in-law: Sarah Dumas and Geanine Jeffery; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA on Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 8:30 a.m. until funeral time. Interment in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC, 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA, Information: (985) 535-2540 In Charge of Arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Monday, July 27, 2009
Contributed by Jane Edson

Mary B. Jenkins, 71, of Chandler, IN, passed away Sunday, October 28, 2012, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh. She was born May 3, 1941, in Vacherie, LA. She was a member of St. Clement Catholic Church in Boonville, IN. She retired from Alcoa after 35 years of service. Mary was preceded in death by daughter, Paulette M.Jenkins, in 2010; parents, Antoine and Claudia Laurent Baptiste; brothers, Raymond Baptiste, Sidney Baptiste, Claude Baptiste, and Cleveland Baptiste; and sister, Octavia Baptiste Harry. Services were 11:00 AM, Wednesday, October 31, 2012, at St. Clements Catholic Church in Boonville, IN, officiated by Father Lowell Will, with burial at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Vacherie, LA. Friends visited 9 AM until service time at the church. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderNewburghChapel.com.
Published in Courier Press, Evansville, Indiana on Oct. 30, 2012

A resident of Vacherie, he died at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2001. He was 77, born March 31, 1924, in Donaldsonville, where he formerly resided. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Friday. Interment in church cemetery. Survived by his wife, Gladys Falgoust Joffrion; a daughter, Lauralie Joffrion Hogan; two stepsons, Donald Falgoust and wife Rita, and David Falgoust and wife Nadine; two stepdaughters, Judy and husband Robert Ockmond, and Virginia Kliebert and husband Vernon Granier; three brothers, Ray, Virgil and Richard Joffrion; two sisters, Geraldine Lofton and Connie LeBlanc; two grandchildren, Rachel Alonzo and Sam Hogan; nine stepgrandchildren, 11 stepgreat-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. Preceded in death by his wife of first marriage, Margaret Laindaiche Joffrion; parents, Leonard and Juanita Joffrion; and two brothers, Morgan and Olin Joffrion. He was a U.S. Navy distinguished combat veteran of World War II, serving in the Pacific Theater from 1941 to 1945, and was awarded numerous citations. Landry's Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, November 15, 2001
Contributed by Jane Edson

Theresa Johnson passed away peacefully, after a short illness, at Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas. She was born and raised in St. James Parish and was a 1964 Magnolia High School graduate. She continued her educational endeavours and obtained her BA degree from Southern University in 1970 and a MS degree at LSU in 1976. She took additional coursework at Dillard University and Nicholls State University. Theresa was the oldest child born to the late Paul, Sr. and Theresa Isom Oubre and was the loving wife of the late Robert Johnson for 36 years. Theresa will forever be remembered by her family, friends, colleagues, and countless number of students whose lives were impacted by her courageous and compassionate teaching style. 'Ms. Tee' as she was known by her students, loved teaching and sharing her knowledge, and her efforts resulted in her being named Junior High Teacher of the Year in 1976. Other highlights of her career included securing funds to take her junior high class on a trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the White House in celebration of the United States bicentennial. She also had the opportunity to pilot a plane as the culminating activity of an aerospace flight class at Nicholls State University. Theresa was an active parishioner of OLOP Catholic Church. She was a member of the KPC Ladies Auxiliary Court #161. She was a member of the OLOP gospel choir and served as an eucharistic minister and a religion education teacher for over 15 years. Theresa was passionate about her career as an educator and was active in the LEA and NEA and served as president of the St James Parish association of educators. She was a past president of the St. James Parish School Library association, PTA president, and treasurer of the St. James Parish School employees credit union. Theresa was an active member of American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit #0565 where she served as a past president and area commander. She was a member of Le Chapeau Eight and Forty Foundation, Salon 114 which supports children with ongoing chronic illnesses. Her commitment to children led to her role as a girl scouts troop leader and boy scouts den mother. She leaves to cherish her memories children Alichia J. White and Aaron C. Johnson (Barbara); grandchildren Brandon White, Bethany White, Terry White, Jr, Deniscia Butler, Keisha Boyd (Walter), Tonya Roberts (Christopher), and Theodore Robinson; brothers Paul B. Oubre Jr. and Francis 'Packy' Oubre (Aggie); brother-in-law Rodney Johnson (Alinda); sisters-in-law Carolyn Henry, Patricia Harris, Celester Johnson, and Vernadine Oubre; 15 great grandchildren, 5 godchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other extended relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Johnson; parents Paul B. Oubre, Sr and Theresa Isom Oubre; siblings Marguerite Stewart, Gabriel Oubre, and Oliver Oubre; mother-in-law Beatrice Johnson; sisters-in law Geraldine Oubre and Judy Verette; grandson Timothy Russell, Jr; niece You'cha Oubre; nephew Keith Oubre; and great niece Olivia Oubre. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 Highway 644, Vacherie, LA 70090 on Monday, June 10, 2019 at 1:00 pm. Visitation will be held from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Interment will follow at the Our Lady Of Peace Catholic Church Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Avenue. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guestbook.
Rhodes Funeral Home, New Orleans, LA

February 6, 1949 ~ September 8, 2021
Cornel Joseph Jones, a resident of Houma, LA and native of Vacherie, LA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday September 8, 2021. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 Noon on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church 13281 Highway 644, Vacherie, LA 70090. Full Military Honors will follow the mass services. Memories of Cornel will forever remain in the hearts of his wife, Cynthia Jones; children, Chadd (Tawana) Jones and Cyneka Jones; grandson, Cayden Jones; siblings, Clarise Jones, Andrea Jones, Wendy Jones, Brice (Melissa) Jones, and Kenneth Jones and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Cornel was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Rita Jones, Sr. and his siblings, Alfred Jones, Jr., Connie Jones, Stephanie Frye, Elaine Sutherland, Pamela Brown, Clara Jones, and Carol Jones.
Jones Funeral Home, Terrebonne Parish, LA

Joseph Dale Jones, III (age 59) of Crystal City, VA passed away on August 5, 2012 at Virginia Hospital Center. Joseph was born in Thibodeaux, LA on April 1, 1953 to the late Rita Mae and Joseph J. Jones. A U.S. Military Academy graduate and former Captain in the U.S. Army, Joseph is survived by his wife, Leonarda Jones of Crystal City, VA, his two children, Candice Jones of Cincinnati, OH and Heather Jones and her husband John Rothery of Richmond, VA, as well as his step-daughter Melissa Lingad of the Philippines. He also is survived by his three sisters, Sheryl A. Jones, Nadine Taylor and her husband Earl, and Naomi M. Jones. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Robert M. Jones and Lester J. Jones. Family, friends, and coworkers are invited to the Mass of the Christian Burial at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 La. Hwy 644, Vacherie, LA on Saturday, August 11, 2012.
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Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 LA Hwy. 644, Vacherie, LA 70090-3102. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment: Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Cemetery.
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JONES Joseph J. Jones departed this life on Wednesday, February 9, 2011 at his residence in Vacherie, LA. Beloved husband of the late Rita M. Jones. Son of the late James and Noemie K. Jones. Father of Sheryl Jones, Joseph D. Jones III (Lea), Nadine J. Taylor (Earl Sr.), Naomi Jones, Lester Jones, and the late Robert M. Jones (Shelia). Grandfather of Miguel Aubert, Jai Steib, Christopher Jones, Jared Jones, Earl Taylor, Jr., Ashley Jones, and Jasmine Taylor. Brother of Thelma Armand (Gustave) of Los Angeles, CA. He is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 LA Hwy 644, Vacherie, LA 70090-3102. Visitation will begin at 9:00am. Interment: Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.
The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Feb. 11, 2011

Lynwood Joseph Jones "Lyn" a retired welder departed this life at his home in Vacherie, LA on Friday, September 11th, 2020 at 8:05a.m. Lynwood leaves to cherish his memory his children, Otis R. Jones (Helen) of Katy, TX, Terrilyn Jones Lumar (Wilfred Jr) of Vacherie, LA, De'Shane Jones Birdis (Reginal) of Darrow, LA, Shemika Jones, Nakia Jones of Vacherie, LA, Sharmaine Jones of Gonzales, LA, thirtheen grandchildren: Brittany Smith, Mason Johnson, Ariel Birdis, Jare' Birdis, Chaz'Min Jackson, Darianna Bergeron, DeSean Jones, Delanie Jones, Niran Jackson, Darian Bergeron Jr, Jace' Celestin, Darinae' Bergeron, Nylan Griffen and two great granddaughters Jour'nee Smith, Adoré Coleman , and one great grandson Jerzei Smith; one sister : Jean Ellen Bradley of Brooklyn, NY, one brother: Perry Duskin (Barbara) of Marrero, LA, one Godchild Erica Simpson of Dallas, TX, and a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Jones is preceded in death by his wife, Hattie Mae Rankins Jones, and his parents Herman Joseph Jones and Elnora Lemieux Jones, two brothers: Donald and Norman Jones, two sisters: Yvonne Jones Simpson and Caroline Jones Rapp. A walk-through visitation will be held at the Treasures Of Life at 315 E. Airline Hwy Gramercy, LA 70052 on Friday, September 18th, 2020 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. Funeral Services will be held at Our Lady of Peace Church located at 13281 LA-644, Vacherie, LA 70090 on Saturday, September 19th at 11:00am. Celebration of life will begin at 10:30-11:00am. Entombment to follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.
Treasures of Life Funeral Home, Lutcher, LA

Alice Marie Adams Joseph, of Vacherie, LA on December 22, 2008 at Thibodaux Regional Hospital, at 9:06 a.m. Age 69 years. Beloved wife of Frank Joseph. Daughter of the late Lionel Adams and Marie Favorite. Mother of Kemisha, Shantell, Yolanda, Marie Joseph, Secelly J. Fletcher and the late Suzette Joseph. Sister of Bobby Adams, Hattie A. Honore, Cecile Adams and Joyce A. Hawthorne and the late Roy, Ulysses Charles, Jeff and Peter Adams. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, 2 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the St. Phillip Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA. Father Louis Oubre, celebrant. Interment in Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Cemetery, South Vacherie, LA. Visitation at the church after 9:00 a.m. The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA 985-535-2540 In Charge of Arrangements.
The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Dec. 26, 2008

Frank Joseph (Big Truck-250) died on Dec. 30, 2008 at his home in Vacherie, La. Age 68 yrs. Beloved husband of the late Alice Adams Joseph. Son of the late Thomas Joseph Sr. and Elmer Moore Joseph. Father of Scelly J. Fletcher (Kelvin), Yolanda, Marie, Kenisha, Shantell Joseph and the late Suzette Joseph. Brother of Wilton Joseph (Betty), Bertha J. Cage (Simon), Chester (Judy), Cornelius Louise), Hubert (Betty) ,Thomas (Lorenza), Jolie, Marcel Joseph, and Gail Noel (James) all of Vacherie, La. Also survived by (8) grandchildren (2) great grandchildren a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A native and resident of Vacherie, La. Funeral services will be held on Sat. Jan. 3, 2009 at 11:00am from the First Baptist Church 1244 Magnolia Heights, Vacherie, LA. Rev. Lucien R. Garrett pastor, Rev. Johnnie Magee officiating. Interment Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Vacherie, La. Visitation at the church after 8:30 am The Baloney Funeral Home LLC 399 Earl Baloney Dr. Garyville, LA. 70051 985-535-2540 In Charge of Arrangements.
The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Jan. 2, 2009

Hardin J. Keller departed this life on Monday, March 8, 2021 at his residence in Vacherie, LA. He was 53, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Visitation on Monday, March 15, 2021 at Williams and Southall Funeral Home, 1204 Cleveland St., Thibodaux, LA from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Visitation on Tuesday March 16, 2021 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA from 10:30am to Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Burial in the church cemetery. Survived by his father, Gufielle Keller; 3 brothers, Patrick, Calvin (Jeanette) and Cornel (Abonda) Keller; 5 sisters, Grace Hamilton (Brooks), Barbara, Mary, Vera and Gwen Keller; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his mother, Oralee Keller. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, 1204 Cleveland St., Thibodaux, LA (985) 447-2513. To sign guest book or offer condolences, visit our website at www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com.
Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Inc., Lafourche Parish, LA
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Shawn Lee Keller, age 31 years, a native of Vacherie and a resident of Edgard died on Tuesday, August 12, 2008, at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. Son of Carol Keller of Vacherie and Larry Melancon of Lutcher. Father of DeShawn Rodrigue and Diamond Alexander. Brother of Desarae Keller of Wallace and Lynell and Leslie Melancon of Lutcher. Uncle of Trayvonne and Da'Jah Keller. Step-son of Adam Lumar. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation and services were held Saturday, August 16, 2008, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Interment in Church Cemetery.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Tuesday, August 19, 2008
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Paul Dudley Kliebert on Friday, December 22, 2006 at 9:30 p.m. in Thibodaux, LA. Husband of Pauline LeBlanc Kliebert. Son of the late Adrian Joseph and Uranie Falgoust Kliebert. Father and father-in-law of Michael Anthony and Marcella Rome Kliebert, Kevin Gerard and Dora Becnel Kliebert, Maureen Kliebert and Carol J. Gravois, Cheryl Kliebert Gravois and Melanie Kliebert and Lloyd Ponvelle, Jr. Brother and brother-in-law of Mary Francis and Ethel Folse Kliebert, Joseph Claude and Mary Elizabeth Kliebert, Dixie Kliebert and Larry J. Legendre and Loice Kliebert and John D. Tregre. Grandfather of Dustin, Billy, Ellie and Edie Kliebert, Ashlee, Ken, Chelsea and Caroline Gravois, Aimee Coleman and Lloyd Ponvelle III. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War and a member of V.F.W. Post 4245. He was a retired production operator at Monsanto with 331/2 years service. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 26, 2006 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA. Interment in Church Mausoleum. Visitation at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Arrangements by OURSO of Donaldsonville, LA.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Sunday, December 24, 2006
Contributed by Jane Edson

Louis (Buddy) Joseph Kraemer of Vacherie passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at the age of 74. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Elizabeth Folse Kraemer, his mother Mable Rodrigue Fank and six children and their spouses: Melissa and Mark Hymel of New Roads, Patricia and Albert Falgoust, Michael and Annette Kraemer, James and Lorna Kraemer, Edward and Jenny Kraemer and Susan and Ryan Oubre all of Vacherie. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren: Nicole and husband Aaron Guitreau, Jacob, Isabella and MaryBeth Oubre, Cari, Colby, Hunter, Seth, Andrew and Sophie Kraemer, and Elizabeth and Sammy Hymel. Survived also by his sister Verina Kraemer Bourg. He was preceded in death by his father Wilbur V. Kraemer, his beloved grandson Blake Ryan Oubre, his brother Lawrence Kraemer and step-father Joseph Fank, Jr. Visitation will be on Friday, April 25, 2014 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie from 8 am to 11 am with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons Jacob Oubre, Colby, Hunter, Seth and Andrew Kraemer, Sammy Hymel and grandson-in-law Aaron Guitreau. Arrangements entrusted to Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux, LA.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, April 25, 2014
Contributed by Jane Edson

A resident and native of Vacherie, she was born on Oct. 18, 1937, and died on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005. She was 68. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, from 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10, until Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment in Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Prof. Ronald Labat; sons, Michael Labat and Lyndon Labat; brothers, Edwin Gravois, Allen Gravois and Francis Gravois; sisters, Ann Granier and Virginia Leache; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Felix and Effie Steib Gravois; brothers, Raymond and Philip Gravois; and sister, Mildred Weber. Landry's Funeral Home Inc., Thibodaux, is in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Sunday, January 9, 2005
Contributed by Jane Edson

A retired sales associate, he was entrusted to God's loving care on Monday, Jan. 29, 2007, at Thibodaux Regional Hospital, Thibodaux. He was 91 and a resident and native of Vacherie. Visitation will commence on Thursday, Feb. 1, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, from 8 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Michael Miceli celebrant. Entombment in the church mausoleum. She is survived by three daughters and a son-in-law, Harriet L. Kliebert, Vacherie, Juanita L. Thibodeaux of Thibodaux, and Mary L. and Larry Borne, Vacherie; a daughter-in-law, Bernadette Savoie Labat, Vacherie; a brother, Edmond "Tim" Labat, Baton Rouge; three sisters, Daisy L. Falgoust and Aline L. Folse, both of Vacherie, and Ella L. Buquoi, Baton Rouge; nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife, Genevieve Becnel Labat; parents, Louis E. Labat and Anita Oubre Labat; son, Brent Labat; two brothers, Willie Labat and Edward Labat; a sister, Sedonia "Min" Labat Schexnayder; two sons-in-law, Charles S. Kliebert and Donald "Donnie Boy" Thidodeaux. Arrangements by Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Contributed by Jane Edson

Ronald "Prof" Labat, 84, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2016. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 31, 2016 from 8:00 am to 11:00am at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am at the church followed by burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his children, Michael Labat and wife Lisa, Lyndon Labat and wife Aelisha; grandchildren, Jordie Labat and wife Heather, Caine Labat, Gage Labat; great-grandchildren, Kallie Labat, Zack Labat, Bentley Labat; brother, Gary Labat. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lydia Gravois Labat; parents, Willie Labat and Neva Labat; brother, Ramon Labat. An alumni of Nicholls State University and University of South Louisiana, he devoted 33 years of his life to elementary education. He was also a member of the South Vacherie Volunteer Fire Department for over 30 years. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. Arrangements entrusted to Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux, LA.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, December 29, 2016
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Grady Lee LaCaze, age 73 years, born May 20, 1929, died on Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 3:30 p.m. A native of Centerville, MS and a resident of Vacherie, LA. Survived by: wife, Antoinette Serio LaCaze; 3 sons: Martin, Robert and Michael LaCaze; 1 daughter, Mary Ann Boutillette; brothers: J.P. LaCaze and Dudley LaCaze; sisters: Frances Marino and Catherine Kay. Preceded in death by: parents: Louis and Lessie Johnnet LaCaze; 2 brothers: Joseph and Elmer LaCaze and 1 sister, Josephine Robertson. He was a Veteran of the Korean War in the U.S. Army and lifetime member of V.F.W. Post 2149. Visitation 10:00 a.m. until funeral time on Monday, November 18, 2002 at Our Lady of Peace, Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 1:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Peace, Vacherie, LA. Interment Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Vacherie, LA. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Sunday, November 17, 2002
Contributed by Jane Edson

A supervisor for Fabco Inc. and a resident of Vacherie, he died at 2:18 p.m. Friday, June 25, 2004, in Lutcher. He was 62 and a native of St. James. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, from 8 a.m. Monday until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Michael Miceli. Entombment in church mausoleum. Survived by his wife, Joan Laffere Lasseigne, Vacherie; a daughter and son-in-law, Danielle and Philip Tranchina, Madisonville; a son and daughter-in-law, Nicholas and Tonya Lasseigne, Sorrento; a sister, Mrs. Neal (Joanna) Bolton, Vacherie; and two grandchildren, Sophie and Cade. Preceded in death by parents, Wilfred "Pauche" and Hilda Torres Lasseigne; maternal grandparents, Otis and Hilda S. Torres; and paternal grandparents, Alcee and Helena C. Lasseigne. Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Sunday, June 27, 2004
Contributed by Jane Edson

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she died early Wednesday morning, June 8, 2005, at her home in Vacherie. She was 85 and a lifelong resident of Vacherie. Visiting Monday, June 13, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, from 8 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m. Burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Linda and Roland Bourgeois and Joan Lasseigne; three sons and daughters-in-law, Errol Sr. "Boogie" and Janice, Eddie Jr. and Carol Ann, and Louis and Debra; a sister, Isabelle A. Dutrieux; 15 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Lassere Sr.; son-in-law, Ronald "Billy" Lasseigne; parents, Stephen and Amazelie Sarpy Amedee; brothers, Semar and Louis Amedee; and sisters, Armande A. Steib, Stephanie A. Borne and Edna A. Steib. She was a committed adorer of Our Lady of Peace Adoration Chapel and an avid Atlanta Braves fan. She was devoted to her family and friends. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Hospice of Bayou Region, 909 Canal Blvd., Thibodaux, LA 70301. Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, is in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Sunday, June 12, 2005
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A chemical operator at CF Industries with 20 years of service and a resident of Vacherie, he died at 10:08 a.m. Wednesday, June 7, 2000, in Baton Rouge. He was 38 and a native of Thibodaux. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, and after 8 a.m. Friday. Mass of Christian Burial at the church at 10:30 a.m. Friday, concelebrated by the Rev. Henry Gautreau Jr., the Rev. Clyde Mahler and Terry Becnel. Entombment in church mausoleum. Survived by his wife, Lola Reulet Mahler; parents, Albert Joseph Sr. and Lucy Reulet Mahler; two daughters, Kandi and Cindi Mahler; and a son, Matthew Mahler, all of Vacherie; two sisters, Melanie Mahler Ockmon, Vacherie, and Sharon Mahler Bourque, Baton Rouge; a brother, Albert Joseph Mahler Jr., Vacherie; maternal grandmother, Antoinette Becnel Reulet; a great-aunt, Louise Reulet; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Helton and Lois Reulet, Vacherie. Preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Louis Reulet;and paternal grandparents, Henry and Florestine Durocher Mahler. He was Eucharistic minister at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, a Fourth Degree member of Knights of Columbus Council No. 11857 Archbishop Blank, Gramercy, a member of South Vacherie Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, West St. John Fire Department, First Responders and Rescue for CF Industries and the beautification committee of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, June 8, 2000
Contributed by Jane Edson

Matthew Joseph Mahler, 22, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. died Saturday, August 2, 2014. Visitation will be at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA. Wednesday, from 6:00-9:00PM and Thursday, from 7:30-11:00AM. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am with entombment in the church Mausoleum. Survived by his mother, Lola Reulet Mahler, sisters, Cindi Ann Mahler, Kandi Mahler Falgoust, brother-in-law, Blake Joseph Falgoust, nephew/godchild Boyd Joseph Falgoust, girl-friend Brooke Kinler and his loving yellow lab Summer. Maternal Grandparents Albert,Sr. and Lucy Mahler, Paternal Grandparents Pierre Helton and Lois Reulet. Godparents, Sharon Mahler and Wendell "Duke" Ockmond.Godchild, Andre' Mahler, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends. Preceded in death by his Father Boyd Anthony Mahler, Great-Great Aunt Taunte Louise Reulet, Great-Great Grandparents Mr. & Mrs. Henry Mahler, Mr. & Mrs. Louis Reulet, Mr. & Mrs. Garfield Falgoust, Mr. & Mrs. Charles Reulet. He was an employee of Americas Styrenics. Matt enjoyed the outdoors, bike riding, hunting, fishing, working out and having a good time with family and friends. In lieu of monetary donations and flowers, donations can be made to the St. James ARC-29150 Health Unit Street, Vacherie, LA. Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, LA in charge of arrangements. Please visit www.oursodonaldsonville.com to sign the online register book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, August 5, 2014
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Phillip Joseph Marse, on Monday, November 24, 2003 at 10:50 A.M. in Vacherie, LA. Husband of Inez Ockman Marse, Vacherie, LA. Son of the late James and Therancia Falgoust Marse. Father and Father-in-law of Brenda and Elton Chenier, Vacherie, Ronald and Emily Marse, Thibodaux, Carrol and Linda Marse, Vacherie, Wayne and Belinda Marse, Vacherie. Brother of Edna Rougee, Isabelle Delatte, Cecile Simon and Cecilia Webre, all of Vacherie, Josephine Ballenger, New Orleans, James Marse, Metairie and the late Gaston Marse. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren. Age 85. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM on Wednesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, conducted by Rev. Michael Miceli in Vacherie. Interment in church mausoleum, Vacherie. Visitation at Our Lady of Peace Community Center in Vacherie from 8 to 11 AM on Wednesday. Arrangements by Ourso of Donaldsonville.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Wednesday, November 26, 2003
Contributed by Jane Edson

Noble Joseph Morvant, age 59, Born: August 3, 1941, Died June 21, 2001, 5:30 p.m. resident of Vacherie, LA, native of Chackbay, LA. Visitation 8:00 AM until funeral time Saturday, June 23, 2001. Victory Assembly of God in Vacherie, LA. religious services: Saturday, June 23, 2001 at 11:00 AM. Interment: Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Vacherie, LA., Victory Assembly of God in Vacherie, LA. Survived by Wife: Amelie Kliebert Morvant. Parents: Mother: Dolia Morvant, Sons: Jarad Morvant; Step Son Thomas; Darren; James Becnel. Daughters: Shannon McDonald; Lynette Parisius, Step Daughters Angela Becnel. Brothers: Paul and Wayne Morvant. Sisters: Sheila Rodrigue; Audrey Percle. 8 Grandchildren. Preceded in death by Father: Eves Morvant. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, INC, THIBODAUX, LA in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Saturday, June 23, 2001
Contributed by Jane Edson

Died at 10:30 a.m. at his residence in Vacherie. A native and resident of Vacherie. he was 78. Wake services Sunday night at his residence, Route 1, Box 250, Vacherie. Religious services at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church at 9 a.m. Monday under the direction of Father James Allain. Interment in church cemetery. He is survived by six sons, Andrew S., Joseph E, Lenden, Joe, Clifton, and Wilbert Narcisse, all of Vacherie; two daughters, Mrs. Elsie Narcisse, Lutcher, and Mrs. Anita Narcisse, Marrero. He was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Southside Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Sunday, Apr 23, 1967, Page: 21
Contributed by Jane Edson

NARCISSE: Morrison Joseph "Son" "Gunsy" Narcisse entered into eternal rest on Friday June 8, 2018 at his residence in Vacherie, LA following a sudden illness. He was 78, a native of Vacherie, LA. Visiting on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 LA-644, Vacherie, LA 70090 from 9:00am to Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Burial in the church cemetery. Survived by his wife, DeAudrey Narcisse; 1 daughter, Valerie Stewart; 1 son, Gregory Narcisse; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mercedes Clarke and Mildred Armour; 2 brothers, James and Paul Narcisse; a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents; 1 brother, Ernest Narcisse. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, 5414 Hwy 1, Napoleonville, LA, 985-369-7231. To sign guest book or offer condolences, visit our website at www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Times-Picayune from June 10 to June 13, 2018
Published in TheAdvocate.com from June 10 to June 12, 2018
Contributed by Jane Edson

Ronald "Black Joe" Ordoyne, 60, a native of St. James and resident of Vacherie, died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to funeral time today at Our Lady of Peace in Vacherie. Mass will be 3 p.m. today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Joan Falgoust Ordoyne; one son, Brian Ordoyne and wife, Nicole; one daughter, Rebecca Bienvenu and husband, Joseph; two brothers, Keith and Charles Ordoyne; one sister, Elaine Kraemer; and four grandchildren, Ronny and Andie Ordoyne, Kayden and Joseph Bienvenu. He was preceded in death by his parents, Honora and Dorothy Granier Ordoyne; and one brother, Richard Ordoyne. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to St. Joseph Elementary Catholic School in Thibodaux and St. Peter Chanel in Paulina, La. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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ORDOYNE Ronald "Black Joe" Ordoyne, age 60, born May 21, 1949, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2010. A native of St. James, LA and resident of Vacherie, LA. Survived by: wife, Joan Falgoust Ordoyne; son, Brian Ordoyne and wife, Nicole; daughter, Rebecca Bienvenu and husband, Joseph; brothers: Keith and Charles Ordoyne; sister, Elaine Kraemer; and grandchildren: Ronny and Andie Ordoyne and Kayden and Joseph Bienvenu. Preceded in death by: parents, Honora and Dorothy Granier Ordoyne; and brother, Richard Ordoyne. Visitation 1:00 p.m. until funeral time on Friday, January 22, 2010 at Our Lady of Peace Church, Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 3:00p.m. on Friday at Our Lady of Peace Church, Vacherie, LA. Interment Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Vacherie, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph Elementary Catholic Church, Thibodaux, LA and St. Peter Chanel, Paulina, LA.
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Agnes Becnel Oubre, 80, resident and native of Vacherie, died on Saturday, April 11, 2015. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Roland J. Oubre; two daughters, Mona O. Gravois and Denise O. Rodrigue and husband, David; one son, Howard P. Oubre and wife, Kathy; six grandchildren, John Gravois, Mark Gravois, Corey Oubre, Amy Becnel, Gatlin Rodrigue, and Sydney Rodrigue; 13 great grandchildren, Lane Gravois, Bryce Gravois, Ava Gravois, Benjamin Gravois, Christopher Gravois, Lillie Gravois, Tyler Oubre, Logan Oubre, Kallie Oubre, Rylee Oubre, Alyse Becnel, Luke Becnel, and Gabriel Rodrigue; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary and Lois Matherne, Maria and Shelby Percle, Elaine and Wallace Naquin, and Rozlyn and Lionel Arcement ; and one brother and sister-in-law, John R. and Janelle Becnel. Preceded in death by her parents, Elodie O. Becnel and John R. Becnel, Sr.; one son-in-law, Gregory J. Gravois; three sisters, Margorie Chapoton, Madeline Oubre, and Susan Becnel; and two brothers, Onezime Becnel and Robert Becnel. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Interment to follow in church cemetery. Arrangements by Ourso Funeral Home in Donaldsonville. Pallbearers will be John Gravois, Corey Oubre, Mark Gravois, Gatlin Rodrigue, John Becnel, Jr. and Scott Arcement. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.oursodonaldsonville.com
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Eve Kliebert Oubre, on Friday, May 11, 2001. Age 80 Years. Born: November 14, 1920. Mother of Patsy Oubre Simon, Douglas J. and George T. Oubre, Jr. Also survived by 12 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by her Husband: George Telesmar Oubre, Sr.; Her Parents: Lovica Zeller Kliebert and Moise Kliebert; Her Sisters: Elvire K. Guidry and Agathe K. Reulet; Her Brothers: Saul Kliebert, Sam Kliebert, Molin Kliebert, Joseph Kliebert and Brierre Kliebert. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Visitation on Monday, May 14, 2001, from 8:00 A.M. until Funeral Time, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Our Lady of Peace Catholic Cemetery. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc. Thibodaux, LA, in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Saturday, May 12, 2001
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Floyd J. (Blue) Oubre, of Vacherie, LA at his residence, on Tuesday, January 9, 2007. Beloved husband of Annabelle Preyan Oubre. Son of the late Walter and Ollie Steib Oubre, Sr. Brother of Joyce O. Philips, Maxine O. Borne of Vacherie, LA, the late Walter Jr., Paul Ergan, Donald Oubre, Nelva O. Dumas and Ursline O. Domino. Devoted uncle of Tracey L. Philips and Dathan Thomas. Also survived by a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Age 75 years. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church; employees of St. James Parish Council and Labor Union Local #649 are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, Janaury 13, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. from the Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 Hwy. 644, Vacherie, LA. Father Louis Oubre and Father Mike Micelli, celebrants. Entombement Church Mausoleum. Visitation at the Church after 7:00 a.m. THE BALONEY FUNERAL HOME, L.L.C., 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA 70051; Information: (985) 5352450 in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, January 12, 2007
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Gertrude R.P. Oubre, a retired schoolteacher, died Aug. 30 of natural causes at Riverlands Health Care Center in Lutcher. She was 94. Mrs. Oubre was born in Lutcher and lived in Vacherie. Survivors include three daughters, Imelda O. Gros of Vacherie, Jeanne O. Armstrong of New Orleans and Gertrude O. Douglas of Upper Marlboro, Md.; two sons, Jerome F. Oubre of Washington, D.C., and Wilbert J. Oubre Jr. of Capital Heights, Md.; a stepdaughter, Lillie O.D. Rowe of Marrero; three sisters, Dora P. Ford and Daisy P. Morgan of New Orleans and Florence B. Payne of Lutcher; 24 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. A Mass will be said Saturday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church on Louisiana 643 in Vacherie. Visitation will begin at 8 a.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The Baloney Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, September 7, 2001
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SOUTH VACHERIE - Gertrude R.P. Oubre, 94, a native of Lutcher and resident of South Vacherie, died Aug. 30. She was the wife of the late Wilbert Oubre Sr., mother of Imelda Gros, Jeanne Armstrong, Gertrude Douglas, Jerome and Wilbert Oubre Jr. and stepmother of Lillie Rowe and the late Wilfred "Bobby" Oubre. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth Brown Payne and sister of Dora Ford, Daisy Morgan, Florence Payne and the late Melvina Hall, Sarah Turead, Olivia Cureau and Aaron, George, Louis and Daniel Payne. She is survived by 24 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandchild. She was a retired schoolteacher. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, South Vacherie, with interment at the church mausoleum. Visitation starts at 8 a.m.
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Hurby J. "Hubby" Oubre entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Ruth Roussell Oubre. Father of Elise Oubre Martin, Bryan, Percy, Vanessa and Hurby Oubre. Grandfather of Steven Martin Jr., Eric, Erica, Breanna and Jacque Oubre. Great grandfather of Sean, Amari and Austin Oubre. Brother of Regina Octave, Virgie Woods, Paul Frank, John, Patrick, Huey and Richard Oubre. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Florian and Theresa P. Oubre, step mother, Christine Oubre and 9 siblings. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 7300 Crowder Blvd., NOLA on Saturday, November 15, 2014 for 10:00 am. Interment is in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Vacherie, LA. Visitation begins at 8:30 am.
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A native of Vacherie and a resident of Baton Rouge, he passed on Thursday, October 10, 2013 at 2:50 p.m. at his residence. He was the former pastor of St. Phillip Catholic Church of Vacherie and St. James Catholic Church in St. James. He was also the chaplain of Ollie Bird Steele Nursing Home in Baton Rouge. He was 56. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013, from 8:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. The Very Rev. Michael Miceli, V.F., pastor: the Most Reverend Robert W. Muench, DD, officiating. Interment in church cemetery. Survived by a sister, Janessa Oubre; nieces, Mia, Tiffany, R'Keyah and Skye; nephews, Dominic Sr., Arkeen, Roje', Dominic Jr., and Mason; cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Paul Ergan Oubre and Eva Mae Weber Oubre; a sister, Marie Lynette Oubre and a brother, Bruce Thomas. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visit www.braizerwatson.com to sign the guestbook.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, October 14, 2013
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Lowell Paul Oubre, age 54 years, on Thursday, March 25, 2004. Survived by: wife, Melva Tipton Oubre; mother, Therese Gravois Oubre; sons: Chet Oubre and Richard Naquin, Jr.; daughters: Mandy Falgoust, Connie Hebert and Shannon Ferguson; brother: Eddie Oubre, Jr.; sisters: Catherine Hymel and Annette Stein; and grandchildren: Alex Falgoust, Brendon Falgoust, Dillan Falgoust, Chase Ferguson and Kobe Naquin. He was preceded in death by: father, Eddie Oubre, Sr.; brothers: Wade Oubre and Timothy Oubre; and sister, Ella Mula. Visitation with the family will be Friday, March 26, 2004 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Peace Church Hall. Mass of Christian Burial will be announced later. Entombment Church Mausoleum. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, March 26, 2004
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Madeline Becnel Oubre, 82, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA peacefully entered eternal life on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012. Visitation will begin at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Committal in the church cemetery. Survived by 5 daughters, Sonia O. and husband Earlis Adams, Karen O. and husband Donald Savoie, Geralyn O. and husband Donald Conrad, Susan O. and husband Murphy Stein, and Dana O. and husband Harold Hymel; 2 sons, Deacon Ricky and wife Mabel Zeringue Oubre, and Jessie Oubre, Jr.; sisters, Agnes B. Oubre, Mary B. Matherne, Maria B. Percle, Elaine B. Naquin and Rosalyn B. Arcement; 2 brothers, Robert Becnel and John Becnel Jr.; 17 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years Jessie Jean "J.T." Oubre; parents John Sr. and Elodie Ockmond Becnel; 3 sisters, Marie Becnel, Susan Ann Becnel and Marjorie B. Chapoton; brother, Onezime Becnel; granddaughter, Bridget Oubre; and great-grandson, Nicholas Falgoust. She was a loving and devoted wife and mother, a member of the Catholic Daughters and retired Perpetual Adoration adorer. She loved to attend Mass and to read.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, October 16, 2012
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Marie Girly Dumas Oubre departed this life on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at Thibodaux Healthcare Center in Thibodaux, LA. She was 95, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Visitation on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA from 9:00am to the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am. Burial in the church cemetery. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, 5414 Hwy 1, Napoleonville, LA 985 369-7231. To sign guest book or offer condolences, visit our website at www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com.
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OUBRE: MARIE GIRLY DUMAS OUBRE: She departed this life on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 at Thibodaux Healthcare Center in Thibodaux, LA. She was 95, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Visitation on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA from 9:00am to the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Burial in the church cemetery. Survived by 2 daughters, Marie Joelle Narcisse (Felix), Amelia Jefferson (Alvin); 2 brothers, Edward Dumas, and Henry Dumas, Jr. (Agnes); 1 sister, Lillie Lewis; a sister-in-law, Marlene Oubre; 6 grandchildren, Adela, Erin, Hilary, Ashley, Heather, and Ron (Marliska); 4 great grandchildren, Blake, Chloe, Sydney, and Marleigh; Also a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Lydia and Henry Dumas, Sr.; 3 sisters, Emily Morton, Louise Young, Lucille Steib; 1 brother, Edwin Dumas. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, 5414 Hwy 1, Napoleonville, LA 985 369-7231.
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OUBRE - Pierre Oubre Jr., age 58, born November 15, 1950, died on October 24, 2009. He was a resident and native of Vacherie, LA. Survived by son, Kelly Oubre and wife Samantha; daughter, Shelly Chaisson and husband Eric; brothers, Leo, Elton, Raymond and Daniel Oubre; sisters, Bertha Rome, Carol Delatte, Sally Authement; grandchildren, Kaleb, Kody and Sadie Oubre, Erica, Emily and Ava Chaisson. Preceded in death by parents, Pierre Oubre Sr. and Beulah Oubre; sisters, Janice Oubre and Dixie Oubre. Visitation from 8:00 AM until funeral time on October 27, 2009 at Our Lady of Peace - Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM on October 27, 2009 at Our Lady of Peace - Vacherie, LA. Interment Our Lady of Peace - Vacherie, LA. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements.
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OUBRE VACHERIE - Sidney Peter Oubre, 50, a native and resident of Vacherie, died March 9. He was the father of Hope Becnel.He was also the son of Grace Oubre and the late Edwin Oubre and brother of Jo Anne Bourgeois, Wanda Bellow, Laurie Granier and Eric and Nathan Oubre. He is also survived by one grandchild. Services were held March 13 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, with interment at the church cemetery.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Wednesday, March 15, 2000
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Dory R. Philip, 69, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Jan. 27, 1999. She was the wife of Joseph E. Philip and by first marriage of Eddie J. Armant and mother of Phyllis Clay, Marie Growe, Hazel Scott, Veronica Zenon, Ella and Lana Philip and Sidell and Lawrence Armant. She was also the sister of the late Hansel Roussell. She is also survived by a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, with interment at the church cemetery. Visitation starts at 8a.m.
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JOSEPH ALBERT PHILIP: A retired farmer, he died Monday, June 11, 2012 at his residence in Vacherie, LA. He was 85, and a native of Vacherie, LA. Visiting at Our Lady Of Peace Catholic Church in South Vacherie, LA from 8:00am to the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am Saturday. Burial in the church cemetery. Survived by his wife, Elieven D. Philip; 1 sister, Inez P. Narcisse; Also a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Michelle S. and Edward Philip, Jr.; 2 sisters, Marguerite P. Mitchel and Maggie P. Dumas; 2 brothers, Felman and Edmond Philip. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, LA 985 369-7231.
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A retired construction worker, he died Thursday, Feb. 24, 2011, in LaPlace. He was 81 and a native and resident of Vacherie. Visiting at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, on Wednesday, March 2, from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Burial in church cemetery. Survived by his daughters, Lana and Ella Philip; six stepchildren, Hazel Scott, Veronica Zenon, Marie Growe, Phyllis Clay and Lawrence and Sidell Armant; four sisters and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, (985) 369-7231. To sign the guestbook or offer condolences, visit www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, March 1, 2011
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Bessie Jones Piper entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital. Beloved wife of Alvin P. Piper. Loving mother of Dana McClondon and Gerard ( Shelly) Piper. Daughter of the late Naomi Keller Jones and James Jones. Sister of Howard and Joseph Jones both of Vacherie, La. and Thelma J. (Augustus) Armand of Los Angeles, Ca. and the late Amos Jones, Genieve Jones, Esther J. Combre, Vivian Steib, Juliana J. Foucher and her twin Betty J. Mayo. Grandmother of the late Graciela Piper. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 73 years, a native of Vacherie, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church and all neighboring churches; Employees of West Jefferson Medical Center, Avondale Shipyards, Bridge City Center for Youth, LSU, Acts Home Health, Pitney Bowes, AT&T, Walgreens, and MLK Senior Citizens Group of Marrero, La., are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 455 Ames Blvd., Marrero, La., on Friday, June 11, 2010 at 11:00a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. at the above named church. Recitation of the Rosary will begin at 9:45a.m. Entombment: Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum-Vacherie, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Thursday, June 10, 2010
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Antoine "Doc" Reulet, 78, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his daughter, Robin Anderson and husband, George; son, Darrell "T-Doc" Reulet and wife, Sandra; brothers, George Reulet and wife, Therese, and Richard "Dick" Reulet Sr. and wife, Joyce; sister, Olga R. Becnel and husband, Gustave; grandson, Jacob Anderson; stepgrandson, Justin Hebert; and step-great-grandson, Gavin Hebert. He was preceded in death by his wife, Francis "Queenie" M. Reulet; parents, Placeid Reulet Sr. and Eve Ockman Reulet; daughter, Lisa Reulet; brothers, Remy Reulet, Placeid Reulet Jr. and Wilson Reulet; and sisters, Rita Toups, Denise Percle, Adele Reulet and Alice Reulet. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Beatrice Rome Reulet, 64, a native of Des Allemands and resident of Vacherie, died Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2007. Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Pierre Irvin Reulet; one son, David Anthony Reulet; one daughter, Marlene Anne Reulet; three brothers, Clifford, Norman and Herbert Rome; two sisters, Nancy Dowouis and Mavis Jones; and three grandchildren, David Reulet Jr., Max Reulet and Hayley Menge. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chefter Joseph Rome and Myrtle Marie Fonseca. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Cheryl Marse Reulet, a native and resident of Vacherie, entered eternal life on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at the age of 55 with her family at her side. Cheryl is survived by her husband, David L. "Bim" Reulet; daughter, Michelle Reulet, and grandson Carter Myers. She is also survived by her sister, Rhonda M. Folse; and brother, Todd J. (Stephanie) Marse; as well as her mother-in-law, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Cheryl was preceded in death by her father, Bernard J. Marse; and her foster mother, Procla F. Marse. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Church. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 16, 2016 at Our Lady of Peace Church in Vacherie from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be private. Roselynn Funeral Services, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA is in charge of arrangements.
Courier, The (Houma, LA) - Tuesday, June 14, 2016
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Harry Joseph Reulet, 78, died on Friday, August 3, 2012. He was a native and resident of Vacherie. A visitation will be held on Monday, August 6, 2012 from 8 a.m. until funeral time at Our Lady of Peace in Vacherie, La. A Mass of Christian burial will take place at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace in Vacherie, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He is survived by sons, Wendell Reulet Sr. and Barry Reulet, daughters, Charlene Falgoust, Claire Falgoust, Sandra Cannon, and Rosemary Strickland, sister, Marion Becnel, 15 grandchildren, and 21 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by wife: Viola C. Reulet, parents, Francois Reulet, and Felicie Becnel Reulet, and sister, Hazel Reulet Zeringue.
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A resident and native of Vacherie, he died at 12:17 a.m. Sunday, July 16, 2000. He was 66, born March 31, 1934. Visitation at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday and after 8 a.m. Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial at the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Survived by his wife, Odelise Kraemer Reulet; a son, Jeffery H. Reulet; a daughter, Elise R. Folse; a brother, Pierre Reulet; two sisters, Verlin Borne and Elaine Schexnayder; and four grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Elise Steib Reulet; two brothers, Charles and Herbert Reulet; two sisters, Cecilia Reulet and Azema Folse; and a grandchild, Jerry Herman Reulet. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Thibodaux, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, July 17, 2000
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Lema Marie Reulet, age 92 of Vacherie, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher, LA. She is survived by her sister, Inez Reulet Scioneaux, of Vacherie, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Reulet, Sr. and Norma Torres Reulet, and her brother, Henry Reulet, Jr. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 24, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Michael Miceli officiating. Burial will follow in Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum in Vacherie, LA. Arrangements under the direction of H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, LA.
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VACHERIE - Lloyd Joseph "Bim" Reulet, 74, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Jan. 4. He was the husband of Marguerite Belle Steib Reuletand father of Angele Rodrigue, Patricia Gravois, Rachel Rome, Margaret Cortez and David "Bim," Michael "Peabody," Lynn, Randy and Kenneth "Stucky" Reulet. He was also the son of the late Lazare and Angele Falgoust Reulet. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one grandchild. Services were held Jan. 6 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, with interment at the church cemetery.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Saturday, January 8, 2000
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Pierre "Brick" Reulet, 78, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Friday, Feb. 4, 2011. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 7:30 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by one son, David A. Reulet; one daughter, Marlene Reulet; two grandsons, David "D.J." Reulet Jr. and Max Reulet; and one granddaughter, Hayley Menge. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice "Mrs. Bea" Reulet; and his parents, Pierre Reulet and Noelie Rome Reulet. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Inette "Lady" Schexnayder Robichaux, age 91, died on February 11, 2002. A native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Survived by her husband, Benoit V. Robichaux, and her parents, Marcelien Schexnayder and Erasie Simon Schexnayder. Preceded in death by her brothers, Claude Schexnayder, Simon Schexnayder and a sister, Genevieve Zatarain. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 14, 2002 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, LA. Interment in Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 8 AM until 11 AM on Thursday at the church. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, INC. Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, February 12, 2002
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Alma May Rodrigue, 51, a native of Houma and a resident of Vacherie, died Sat., Sept. 26, 1992. A Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Church, Vacherie, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Mack Rodrigue, Sr.; her father, Ura Arceneaux; two sons, Mack Jr. and Allen Rodrigue; on daughter, Penny Baye; three sisters, Mrs. Sandra Louviere, Mrs. Grace Brunet and Mrs. Ura Liner; and three grand-children. She was preceded in death by her mother, Daisey May Adams Rodrigue. Sue was a parishioner of Our Lady of Peace, Vacherie.
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August "Gus' Rodrigue, 89, a native of Chackbay and resident of Vacherie, passed away Wednesday, Jan, 15, 2014. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. A mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his son, Perry Rodrigue and wife, Theresa; daughter, Susan Duet and husband, Anthony, brother, Wally Rodrigue; sister, Shirley (Walter) Thibodaux; five grandchildren, Tina (Rodney) Legendre, Kevin (Laura) Rodrigue, Stacy (Lonnie) Thibodaux, Corey Duet, and Christie (Reid) Waguespack; and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Guidry Rodrigue; parents, Augustilia Legendre and Victor Rodrigue; brothers, Horace, Simon, and Elton Rodrigue Sr., sisters, Victoria Rodrigue and Mary Rodrigue Kleibert; and great grandchildren, Hailey Legendre and Bryce Thibodaux.
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Manuel "Manee" Joseph Rodrigue, 61, a native and resident of Vacherie, died at 4:20 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Deborah Melancon Rodrigue; one son, Beau Rodrigue and fiancee, Tammy Cortez; and two brothers, Mack Rodrigue Sr. and James Rodrigue. He was preceded in death by his parents, Malkior Rodrigue and Marie Sella Oubre Rodrigue; one brother, Chester Rodrigue; and three sisters, Virgie R. Loup, Merline R. Oubre and Judy R. Ordoyne. Mr. Rodrigue was a retired police officer for Nicholls State University. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends for crawfish and crab boils and other cookouts. Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Alfred "Zorro" Rome, 71, passed away on January 25, 2019. He was a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. He was a US Army Vietnam Veteran, was employed for 35 years with the Dupont-Dow Chemical Plant in Laplace, LA and his grandchildren were his life. He enjoyed making handmade rosaries. He is survived by his wife, Suzanne Delatte Rome; daughters, Aimee R. Thibodeaux (Tim), Erin R. Barrilleaux (Donald); grandchildren, Alex, Mason and Josh Thibodeaux, Sydni, Ellie and Sofie Barrilleaux; siblings, Donald Rome, Allen Rome (Carolyn) and Mary Ordoyne; brothers-in-law, Barry Delatte (Carol), Larry Delatte (Nadine); and sister-in-law, Evelie Rome. He is also survived by his uncle and friend, J.B. Falgoust. He was preceded in death by his parents, Orlando and Amelie Falgoust Rome; brother, Joseph Roger Rome; infants, Gerald, Marian and Madeline Rome; sister-in-law, Elodie Rome; and brother-in-law, Chris Ordoyne. Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 from 8:00 am until a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, LA. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Rose Lynn Funeral Services is in charge of the arrangements. To view or sign the online guestbook, visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Jan. 26 to Jan. 29, 2019

Bienvenu Rome Passes Away at Son's Residence
Bienvenu Rome, a farmer by occupation, died at the residence of his son, Allen Rome, in Port Barrow, Wednesday of last week, at 3:40 p.m, after an illness of six weeks. He was 63 years, 1 month and 16 days old. The funeral, with Landry and Ourso, funeral directors in charge, took place the net dat at 3 p.m.. Services were held at the Smoke Bend Catholic church and interment was in the Vacherie Catholic cemetery. He leaves three sons, Allen Rome, Camille Rome and Curtis Rome, all of this place; four brothers, Mack Rome of Golden Meadow, George Rome of Houma, Septime Rome and Leonce Rome, both of New Orleans; one sister, Mrs. Septime Leroux of New Orleans, and six grandchildren.
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1919-2001
Funeral services for Desler Joseph Rome, Sr., 81, of Burleson will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 22 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, Louisiana. Burial will be ... Our Lady of Peace Catholic Cemetery. Mr. Rome died Sunday, March 18, 2001, in a local care center. He was a retired Carpenter. He was born December 26, 1919, in Vacherie, Louisiana to Jacob Rome and Natalie Oubri Rome. He was a member of the Texas Carpenters Union Local #429. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy as a first class seaman in the Pacific. Mr. Rome was preceded in death by one grandchild. He is ... cut off
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Donald Francis Rome, "Cop-Cop", 85, a native and resident of Vacherie, died 7:30 am, Thursday, March 24, 2022. Visitation will be from 9-11 am funeral time Tuesday, March 29, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. He is survived by his son Nathan (Violet), his daughter Marcella Kliebert (Michael), special needs daughter Inez, one grandchild Billy Kliebert (Donna Schlotzhauer), two step-grandchildren Cedric and Coty Rome, one step-great-grandchild Savannah Rome, one brother Allen Rome, one sister Mary Ordoyne, and his uncle and dear friend JB Falgoust. He was preceded in death by his wife Elodie Rome, his parents Orlando and Amelie Falgoust Rome, siblings Joseph Roger Rome, Alfred Rome, and infants Gerald, Marian, and Madeline Rome, in-laws Dave and Dorothy Granier, Pamela Becnel, Oscar Granier, Byron Granier, and Chris Ordoyne. He worked as a pipefitter at Avondale, Ormet, and various contractors along the river. He served on the Board of St. James Arc and was Secretary of the Lions Club. In his last years he enjoyed riding around Vacherie with his devoted and loving chauffeur and caregiver Penny Schexnayder. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. James Arc, 29150 Health Unit St., Vacherie, LA 70090.
Published in Daily Comet, Houma Daily Courier (LA); Posted online on March 25, 2022

Elodie G. Rome, 72, a native of Kraemer and a resident of Vacherie, died at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 31, 2011. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, Donald Rome; one son, Nathan and wife, Violet; two daughters, Marcella Kliebert and husband, Michael, and special needs daughter, Inez Rome; one grandchild, Billy Kliebert; two step-grandchildren, Cedric and Coty Rome; one step-great-grandchild, Savannah Rome; two brothers, Wilfred and Chester Granier; and four sisters, Rosemary Adams, Iris Landry, Dorothy Granier and Ramona Folse. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dave and Dorothy Granier; two brothers, Oscar and Byron Granier; and one sister, Pamela Becnel. She was a devoted teacher even after retiring from Lafourche Parish Schools. She loved spending time with family and friends, traveling and being a mother figure to many and especially to her devoted daughter, Inez. She was president of St. James Arc, a member of the Lions Club, Catholic Daughters and TOPS.
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Floyd Joseph Rome, on Thursday, March 13, 2003, at West Jefferson Medical Center. Age 67 years. Husband of Ida Gaudet Rome. Son of Marie Z. Rome and the late Florian J. Rome, Sr. Father of Lloyd Rome and wife, Deborah, Floyd Rome, Jr. of Union, CT, Janssen Rome, Michael Rome and Lacy Rome. Brother of Bernice DeSalvo and husband, Gracio S. DeSalvo. Also survived by six grandchildren. A native of Vacherie, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. for the past 30 years. He served in the United States Army. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend funeral services on Monday, March 17, 2003, at 11:00 AM at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, La. Interment will follow services in Our Lady of the Peace Cemetery, Vacherie, La. Visitation, on Sunday, March 16, 2003, 6:00-10:00 PM and on Monday, 9:00-11:00 AM.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Sunday, March 16, 2003
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Jean Albert Rome (Lutcher Rome and Marie Leonie Leroux) born 12 Mar 1902 baptized 22 Mar 1902 sponsors Jean L Rome and Helene Fabre (St James Catholic Church - St James, St James Parish, LA (SJA-22,201)
Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records - Baptisms 1901-1905 - Page 431
ROME - On Saturday, November 5, 1921, at 10 o'clock a.m. Albert Rome, son of Ludger & Leonie Leroux Rome, aged 18 years, a native of Plaquemine parish, Louisiana. Remains were shipped from the parlors of Joseph Laughlin, 450? Magazine street, Saturday, November 5, 1921, at 4:45 p.m. by T. and P. train to Plaquemines, La. for interment.
Times Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Sunday, November 6, 1921, p. 4

A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie for Joseph "Roger" Rome, 73, a native and resident of Vacherie, who died March 1, 2003. Burial was at the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Evelie Carriere Rome; daughters Madonne Rome Triche and Yvette Rome Bryant; brothers, Donald, Allen and Alfred Rome; sister, Mary Rome Ordoyne; grandchildren, Cedric Rome, Blair Triche, Coty Rome, Tyler Webre and Madison Bryant. He was preceded in death by his parents, Orlando and Amelie Falgoust Rome; son, Eugene Rome; brother, Gerald Rome; and sisters, Madeline Rome and Marion Rome.
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12/7/1908 - 10/20/1991
Joseph Victorin "Vic" Rome, 82, a native and resident of Vacherie died at 2:45 a.m. Sunday. He was the husband of Marie Althea Becnel Rome; father of V.J. Rome, Theresa Falgout and Ruth Becnel, all of Vacherie, and Margaret Cortez of Kraemer; brother of Leonise Dempster and Frozine Tregre; foster brother of Gladys Thibodeaux. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Victoria and Isaac Rome; and sisters, Ida Folse and Louise Rome.
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A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie for Laura Falgoust Rome, 72, a native and resident of Vacherie, who died at 12:50 a.m. Sunday, April 23, 1995. Visitation will be 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. She was the wife of Ozie J. Rome; mother of Gerald Rome; sister of Freddy "Fred," Frank and J. B. Falgouts. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bienvenue and Laura Becnel Falgout; a sister, Amelie Falgoust Rome; and four brothers, Leonard, Bazile "Bruce," Loyd and Robert Falgoust. Landry's Funeral Home Inc is in charge of arrangements.
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April 28, 1935 - July 6, 2020
Leroy Joseph Rome, 85, died peacefully on Monday, July 6th, 2020 at 10:37 AM. Born, April 28th, 1935 he was a native and resident of Vacherie. A private service will be held. Leroy is survived by his wife of 64 years Bertha Marie Oubre Rome; children, Kevin Rome, Lona Lasserre (Brian), Myra Peltier (Barry), Jessica Folse (Wade), Joan Rome; sister Doris Richardel (Fred). He is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Ryan Peltier (Montana), John Lasserre, Brittany Folse, Sora and Jade Philip, and 2 great grandchildren, Cameron and Kennedy Peltier. He is preceded in death by his parents Frank and Myrtle (Mattie) Rome; daughter Lola Rome; brothers Eddie, Lloyd, Harry, Tillman, Clifton and sisters Rosemary, Lucy, Adeline, and Florence. Leroy loved to garden, hunt, fish, and spend time with family. Ordoyne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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ROME - At her residence on Monday, February 27, 1939, at 11:30 a.m., Augusta Marie Rome, aged 87 years, beloved mother of Mrs. Elender Leroux, Bienvenue, Leonce, Septime, Mack and George Rome; survived by 44 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral which will take place from the late residence, 137 West Park, Houma, La., on February 28, 1939, at 9 o'clock a.m. Services at St. Frances De Sales Catholic church, Houma, La. Interment in the Vacherie Catholic cemetery, Vacherie, La. Falgout Funeral Home, Raceland, La., in charge.
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Rites Held for Mrs. Sylvestre Rome, Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
Funeral services for Mrs. Sylvester Rome (nee Mary Augusta Duhon) are 87, a native of St. James parish, who died at her son's home in Houma Monday, February 27, at 11:15 a.m. were held at the 9:00 a.m. requiem mass at the St. Francis de Sales church in Houma, Tuesday. She was visiting her son, Mr. George Rome, Sr., when she was suddenly stricken. Surviving her are five sons, Bienvenue, Leonce, Mack, Septime and George and her daughter, Mrs. Septime Leroux. She is also survived by thirty-seven grandchildren, and twenty (sic) grandchildren. Interment was in the St. Frances de Sales cemetery (sic) at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. Falgout Funeral Home was in charge of the funeral arrangements.
Houma Courier, Terrebonne Parish, LA; handwritten date 1939

Mary Dempster Rome, 80, a native of Kraemer and resident of Vacherie, passed away at 9:30 AM on Friday, July 11, 2014. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 12:00 PM at the church. Burial will be in the mausoleum at Our Lady of Peace. She is survived by her husband, O'Neil J. Rome; children, Connie R. Marse (Thomas Marse, Jr.), Frances R. DesOrmeaux, Neil Rome (Maureen Becnel Rome), and Donnie Rome (Donna Boudreaux Rome). She is the sister of Marion D. Kraemer. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 1 step grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wallace A. Dempster Sr. and Frances Hotard Dempster; brothers, Wallace A. Dempster Jr. and Anthony F. Dempster. Thibodaux Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
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O'Neil Joseph Rome, 87, a native and resident of Vacherie, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017. A visitation will be held at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church on Friday, Jan. 5, 2018, from 8 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. He is survived by his children, Connie R. Marse (Thomas Marse Jr.), Frances R. DesOrmeaux, Neil Rome (Maureen Becnel Rome), and Donnie Rome (Donna Boudreaux Rome); one sister, Pearl R. Scioneaux; seven grandchildren, Heather Marse Ordoyne, Hollie Marse Folse, Thomas DesOrmeaux Jr., Ginger DesOrmeaux Delatte, Heidi Rome Trosclair, Allie Rome Scioneaux and Ashley Marse Becnel; and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Dempster Rome; parents, Arsene J. Rome and Annette Stein Rome; one sister, Neva R. Schexnayder; and one brother, Lester Rome. O'Neil proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He retired from Avondale Shipyards after 40 years. Once retired, he enjoyed spending time outdoors gardening and fishing. He loved spending time with his family and will be missed by all who knew him.
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Raymond Joseph Rome died on Thursday, September 19, 2002 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of the late Eula Plaisance Rome. Father of Darlene Bergens and Gerald Rome, Sr. Son of the late Victor Rome and Edith Names Rome. Brother of the late Alice Oubre. Grandfather of Lisa Bergens, Mark Bergens, Kim Lyons, Lauren Rome and Gerald Rome, Jr. Great grandfather of Gabrielle Bergens, Kristi-Anne Lyons, Amber Rome, Celea Rome and Michael Lyons. Family and friends are invited to attend an evening visitation on Friday, September 20th from 7:00PM 10:00PM at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA and again on Saturday morning from 8:30AM 10:00AM. A Funeral Mass will follow in the chapel at 10:00AM. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Peace Church and Cemetery, Vacherie, LA
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Sep. 20, 2002

Victorin "V.J." Rome, a retired employee of Avondale shipyard, died Monday of undetermined causes at Tulane University Hospital. He was 68. Mr. Rome was a lifelong resident of Vacherie. He worked at Avondale for 47 years. Survivors include his wife, Margaret Cortez Rome. A Mass will be said Thursday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Church, 13281 Louisiana 644 in Vacherie. Visitation will be held today from 6 to 10 p.m. at Thibodaux Funeral Home, 104 St. Patrick St. in Thibodaux, and Thursday at 7 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Wednesday, July 2, 2003
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Edna Marse Rougee, age 95, passed away on December 20, 2011. She was born on May 31, 1916. She was a resident and native of Vacherie, LA. A Mass of Christian burial will be Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 11AM at Our Lady of Peace Church in Vacherie, LA. Visitation is at 8AM until funeral time. She will be buried at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Vacherie, LA. She survived by 7 sons: Jerry (Dorothy), Harold (Esther), Wallace (Martha), Michael (Jeannette), Raymond (Vicky), Ralph (Marilyn) and Alfred "T-Son". 2 daughters: Rose and Mae, 2 sisters, Josephine M. Ballanga and Isabelle M. Delatte, 16 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 1 step-great-grandchild and 1 great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lucien, her parents James John Marse, Sr. and Therentia Falgoust Marse, her brothers Gaston, Philip and James Jr. Marse, twin sisters Cecile M. Simon and Cecilia M. Webre and her grandson, Jade. She was a devout Catholic and faithful member of Our Lady of Peace Adoration Chapel.
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Francis "Jerry" Rougee, 80, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2016. He was a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. A visitation will be held on Monday, June 6, 2016 from 8:00AM until funeral time at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM at the church, with burial in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Becnel Rougee; daughter, Penny R. Triche and husband Darrell; son, Shane Rougee; grandsons, Sawyer Triche and wife Mallory, Ethan Triche and girlfriend Cindi, Colin Rougee and fiancé Amber; great-granddaughter, Avery Triche; siblings, Harold Rougee and wife Esther, Wallace Rougee and wife Martha, Michael Rougee and wife Jeanette, Ralph Rougee and wife Marilyn, Alfred "T-Sone" Rougee, Rose Rougee and fiancé Corkey; sister-in-law, Vicky Rougee and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lucien and Edna Rougee; brother, Raymond "Mighty Mouse" Rougee; sister, Mae Evelyn Rougee and a granddaughter. Francis was a U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Roselynn Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from June 3 to June 6, 2016

Raymond John (Mighty Mouse) Rougee', a native and resident of Vacherie (a place he loved) passed away Monday, July 2, 2012, at the age of 70. He was a beloved husband, daddy, paw-paw, brother, and friend. He was a retired maintenance supervisor for the St. James Parish School Board and owner of "Mighty's Air Conditioning Service. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Vicky Reulet Rougee'; two sons: Randall and wife, Nili, and Ryan and wife, Vanessa; a daughter, Rachel, and her husband, Peter Scioneaux. He is also survived by the "three lights of his life" his grandchildren: Nicholas, Andrew and Cassie Scioneaux; Brothers: Jerry (Dot), Harold (Esther), Wallace (Martha), Mike (Jeanette), Ralph (Marilyn), and Alfred. Sisters: Rose Rougee' and Mae Rougee'; sisters-in-law, Belta Inness and Inge Reulet; aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, and numerous friends whom he treasured. He was preceded in death by his parents: Lucien and Edna Marse Rougee', his in-laws, Paul and Agathe Reulet, and a nephew, Jade Kenker. He was a US Army Veteran having served in the Vietnam Conflict. Visitation will be at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie from 8:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, July 5, 2012 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Burial in the church cemetery. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES is in charge of the arrangements.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from July 2 to July 4, 2012

Earl "John the Baptist" Roussel, age 72, retired business owner and resident of Des Allemands, died Tuesday, December 30, 2008, from complications following heart surgery. He was born in Edgard, Louisiana, on June 20, 1936, and was the son of the late George Paul Roussel, Sr. and Josephine Berthelot Roussel. Earl graduated as valedictorian of Edgard High School in 1954. He received the American Legion Award and was honored as a scholar-athlete. He served as a paratrooper and mechanic in the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division from 1956 through 1958, and was stationed in Germany. After fifteen years serving as an electrician at Monsanto Corporation, he opened his own refrigeration, electrical, and HVAC company in Luling in the 1970's, Roussel Refrigeration & Air Conditioning. He will be dearly missed by his family. He is survived by his wife, Regina Rivero Roussel. He is also survived by his four beloved children. Earl was preceded in death by a son, David Allen Roussel. He was previously married to Peggy Labat Roussel, now Peggy Labom. Earl was an avid golfer, fisherman, outdoorsman, and happy winner of a Tarpon Rodeo prize for landing an enormous tuna. He loved treating family and friends to crab-boil feasts at his two-story deck on Bayou Gauche. His love and kindness will be with us always. The family will receive friends for a visitation from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, January 2, 2009 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, at 15405 Highway 90 in Paradis, Louisiana. The funeral mass service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, also at St. John's Church. The burial will occur at a later date at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church mausoleum in South Vacherie, Louisiana.
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Clifton Joseph Saul, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at the age of 79 at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. He was a resident of Vacherie. Husband of the late Hazel A. Saul. Son of the late Etienne and Irma James Saul. Father of Audrall (Stanford) Wooden, Nadine Saul, Clifton (Carnetta) Saul, Jr. and Angela (Stephone) Sharrett. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 3 uncles, one aunt, one sister- in- law, 4 brothers-in-law, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by one sister Mary Esther Dumas and one brother-in-law. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 13281 Hwy 644, Vacherie, LA. Father Michael Miceli, officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Interment: Our Lady of Peace Cemetery.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - on Aug. 7, 2011

1913 - 4/23/2000
Irma Saul, 87, native and resident of Vacherie, died April 23. She was the wife of the late Ettienne G. Saul and mother of Mary Dumas Saul Dumas and Clifton Joseph Saul Sr. She was also the daughter of the late Willie and Mathilda James and sister of Laura Isom, Eloise Wilson and the late Heedly, Wilson and Joseph James, Victoria Lewis and Bernard, Emily and Esperence Dumas. She is survived by 13 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren. Services were held April 28 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Vacherie, with interment in the church cemetery.
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