Obituaries
Anna Jane Brinkhaus Gaiennie
Sep 4, 2026
“Anna Jane,” as she was known to her family and friends growing up, was born on October 17, 1939 in Sunset, Louisiana to Julia and Dr. Armand Brinkhaus. She left us for a better place on September 4, 2026. She was a talented piano player and was fluent in French and Spanish. She learned languages and piano “by ear.” She...
Craig Anthony Devillier
Aug 30, 2026
Craig Anthony Devillier, born March 5, 1966 in Opelousas, Louisiana, passed away at age 60 peacefully on August 30, 2026.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the First Baptist Church of Krotz Springs at 12:00 p.m. Burial will take place in the First Baptist Church Cemetery in Krotz Springs. Brother Michael Devillier will officiate the service....
Jacky Paul Savoie
Aug 30, 2026
Jacky Paul Savoie, born on April 16, 1958, passed away on August 30, 2026.
Jacky will be remembered as a hardworking man whose life was marked by dedication and steady commitment. He worked as a diesel mechanic for 30 years and a heavy machine operator for 15 years, bringing skill, dependability, and perseverance to his work over the course of many...
Deacon Tom Lindsey
Aug 27, 2026
Deacon Tom Lindsey, age 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, on Thursday, August 27, 2026. He was born in Cotton Valley, Louisiana on July 12, 1947. Tom lived a life marked by faith, service, devotion, and love.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. for Deacon Tom Lindsey on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at Our...
Juanita Elizabeth Page Andrepont
Aug 22, 2026
Funeral services will be held for Juanita Elizabeth Page Andrepont, age, 93, at 2:00PM on Friday, August 28, 2026, at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas. Burial will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park. Pastor Chad Norman will officiate the service. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 28, 2026, at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home from 9:00AM until 2:00PM.
Juanita was born in Mansfield,...
Sabrina Lynn Navarro
Aug 19, 2026
Sabrina Lynn Navarro, age 39, was born on July 9, 1987, and passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026. Her life was marked by deep compassion, professional dedication, and wholehearted devotion to her loved ones.
A Funeral Service for Sabrina Navarro will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home at 2:00PM....
Gerald Lee Fitzgerald
Aug 17, 2026
It is with both heavy and joyful hearts that we announce the passing of Gerald Lee Fitzgerald, age 77, who passed away on August 17, 2026. A longtime and beloved resident of the Krotz Springs community and a lifelong parishioner of Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church of Krotz Springs.
A Memorial Mass for Gerald will be held at Saint Anthony...
Mary Bordelon Savoy
Aug 15, 2026
Mary Bordelon Savoy, age 85, was born on February 2, 1941, and passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Senior Village Nursing Home in Opelousas.
Funeral services for Mary Savoy will be held on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas. Rite of Committal and burial will...
Linda Louise Carson
Aug 14, 2026
Linda Louise Carson, age 77, was born on August 12, 1949, in Welsh, Louisiana. She passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the Carpenter House in Lafayette, LA.
Funeral services for Linda Carson will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas, LA. Reverend Berl...
Cindy Lynn Menard Hollier
Aug 10, 2026
A Graveside Memorial Service for Cindy Lynn Menard Hollier will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas, LA. Father Laurent DePrins will officiate the service. Immediately following the service, Mr. Glenn is inviting everyone to join the family in celebrating Cindy's life after the service.
Cindy Hollier, age 70, passed away peacefully...
Clarence John Gobert
Aug 9, 2026
Clarence John Gobert, age 69, was born on July 20, 1957, in Lafayette, Louisiana and passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Clarence’s life was marked by devotion, warmth, and a sincere love for his family and friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Clarence John Gobert at 10:00 a.m....
Jude "Wayne" Leger
Aug 8, 2026
Jude “Wayne” Leger, age 74, was born on November 24, 1951, in Leonville, Louisiana and passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Funeral services for Jude “Wayne” Leger will be held 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas, La. The Very Reverend Monsignor Keith J. DeRouen will conduct...
Charles Edward Lavis
Aug 2, 2026
Dr. Charles Edward Lavis passed away in the presence of his children on Sunday, August 2, 2026 at the age of 93. Charles was born in South Bend, Indiana on January 11, 1933. He was a visual person who deeply appreciated the beauty of nature. As a child, he loved to camp in the woods with his friends. He even...
Jamie Dean Doucet
Jul 28, 2026
It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of Jamie Dean Doucet, age 57, who left us on July 28, 2026. Born on January 11, 1969, Jamie touched many lives throughout his life. He approached whatever task or project that needed to be done with passion and always giving it his all. His determination and commitment will be fondly...
Michael Ray Cummings
Jul 16, 2026
Michael Ray Cummings age, 70, passed away at his residence in Opelousas, Louisiana, on July 16, 2026. He was born on December 23, 1955, in Church Point, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home from 10:00am until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas. A Memorial Service...
Alfred "Bubba" Leonce Benoit, Jr.
Jul 13, 2026
Alfred "Bubba" Leonce Benoit, Jr., age 58, passed away on July 13, 2026, at Ochsner - Lafayette General Medical Center. He was born on November 1, 1967, in Opelousas, Louisiana.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 24, 2026, in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas, LA. Deacon Dwayne Joubert will officiate...
Randy Bourque
Jul 13, 2026
Randy James Bourque, age 65, was born on January 11, 1961, in Opelousas, Louisiana and passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Opelousas General Health System. Randy’s life was marked by devotion, warmth, and a sincere love for his family and friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Randy Bourque at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 17,...
Arvie Gerald LeBlanc
Jul 10, 2026
Arvie Gerald LeBlanc’s life was one marked by courage, generosity, and an indelible sense of connection to the people and places he cherished. Born on June 7, 1950, Arvie walked the path of a man guided by unwavering principles and a gentle spirit. His journey came to a close on July 10, 2026, leaving behind a legacy etched deeply in...
Bryan "Terry" Nugent
Jul 7, 2026
Bryan "Terry" Nugent, age 65, was born on January 18, 1961. He passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in Lafayette, LA. Terry's journey was marked by his warm spirit, deep love for his family, and a generosity that touched the lives of everyone he encountered.
A Rosary Service for Terry will be...
Roderick Brent Ardoin, Sr.
Jul 2, 2026
Brent Ardoin, age 74 of Krotz Springs, LA, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette, LA.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Krotz Springs, LA. Father Henry Antony will celebrate the Mass. Rite of...
