Obituaries
Agnes Burr Sanchez
Aug 27, 2023
Agnes Burr Sanchez, born on May 27, 1931, peacefully passed away on August 27, 2023, at Heritage Manor Nursing Home of Opelousas. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness and generosity.
Agnes had a passion for horses and spent much of her life raising them. She especially loved riding silver...
Joycelyn Bourque Soileau
Aug 21, 2023
Funeral services will be held for Joycelyn B. Soileau at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, Louisiana on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. Visitation is from 10:00 AM until time of rosary. Deacon Sammy Diesi, will start the rosary at 2:30 PM. Burial will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park.
Mrs. Soileau, age 97, died at Our Lady of Prompt...
Juanita Faye Ellis Wiltz
Aug 21, 2023
Juanita Faye Ellis Wiltz, beloved mother, grandmother, nannie, and friend passed away peacefully on August 21, 2023, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.
Throughout her life, Juanita and her beloved husband Dan founded Midwest Cooling Tower Services Inc. in 1984 as they raised their three sons, with Juanita handling the accounting side of the business. Juanita’s active role...
Jesse Joseph Hollier
Aug 17, 2023
Jesse Joseph Hollier, age 84, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023. He was born on October 19, 1938, in Leonville, Louisiana.
Jesse worked for Standard Fittings for ten years. He was a proud member of the Louisiana Sheriff’s Honorary Membership Program. Jesse had a few hobbies and interests that brought him joy. He enjoyed working at his house...
Jessie Rose Joubert Clark
Aug 16, 2023
Jessie Rose Joubert Clark, a beloved member of the Opelousas community, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 16, 2023. She was born on February 29, 1928, in Plaisance, Louisiana, to Jacques Nestor Joubert and Mary Etha Joubert Soileau.Throughout her life, Jessie was known for her unwavering dedication and hard work. She spent many years working at the Clerk...
Irene Guillory Comeaux
Aug 16, 2023
Opelousas - Funeral services for Irene Guillory Comeaux, will take place on Friday, August 18, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas, La. Irene’s son-in-law, Guy Bozeman, will conduct the service. The burial will be held at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas, LA.
Visitation will be held in the Skip Montet...
Jeanette Kennison Guillory
Aug 15, 2023
Jeanette Kennison Guillory, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2023, at the Tri-Community Nursing Home in Palmetto, LA. Jeanette was born on December 31, 1933, in Opelousas, LA, to Pavie and Birdie Devillier Kennison.Throughout her life, Jeanette found great joy in expressing her creativity through sewing and quilting. Her nimble fingers worked wonders as she...
Howard Joseph Guidry
Aug 10, 2023
Howard Joseph Guidry, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on August 10, 2023, surrounded by his loving family in Port Barre, Louisiana. He was born on August 24, 1929, in Hazelwood, Louisiana.Howard served as an army veteran and was proud of his military service. He fought in the Korean War and received a purple heart. After his...
Carole Viviano
Aug 7, 2023
To honor Carole's life and share cherished memories, a Memorial Gathering will take place on Thursday, August 10, 2023, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am at the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, LA 70570. A Rosary will be recited at 10:00 am led by Mrs. Cecille Dupre. A Memorial Chapel Service will be held at...
Kitty Kartchner Barker
Aug 2, 2023
Kitty Kartchner Barker, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 2, 2023, at Opelousas General Hospital. She was born on March 28, 1954, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to the late Claude and Olita Kartchner.Kitty was an extraordinary woman with a big heart and a zest for life. She will always be remembered for her countless adventures with...
Bess Myers Landry
Jul 30, 2023
Bess Landry passed away on July 30, 2023, peacefully at her home in Washington, LA, surrounded by her children.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 4, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, LA. A Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. in the funeral home by...
James "Grady" Lacassin
Jul 24, 2023
Krotz Springs, Louisiana - James "Grady" Lacassin, a gentle soul whom everyone loved, passed away on July 24, 2023, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was born on July 28, 1959, in Opelousas, Louisiana.Grady was a beloved member of the community and leaves behind a legacy of kindness and generosity. He was known for his warm smile, gentle demeanor, and unwavering...
Earline B Guillory
Jul 21, 2023
Earline B Guillory, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2023, at Senior Village Nursing Home in Opelousas. Earline was a remarkable woman whose life was filled with love and joy. She had an infectious laugh that could brighten anyone's day and a kind heart that touched the lives of those around her. One...
John Phillip Burleigh
Jul 18, 2023
John Phillip Burleigh, known to many as "Phil," passed away on July 18, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, compassion, and love. Born on April 23, 1957, in Church Point, Louisiana, Phil was the beloved son of John Benjamin Burleigh and Velma Olivier Burleigh.Over the course of his life, Phil dedicated himself to a career at CLM Equipment...
Lena Mae Fontenot Dupre
Jul 18, 2023
Opelousas, LA – Lena Mae Fontenot Dupre, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at Opelousas General Health System. She was born on September 26, 1932, in Opelousas, LA. Lena was a kind-hearted woman who touched the lives of many with her warm smile and gentle nature.
Family and friends are invited to pay...
Jeremy Bryce Wilson
Jul 16, 2023
Jeremy Bryce Wilson, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on July 16, 2023, in Lafayette. He was born on April 9, 1978, in Opelousas, Louisiana.Jeremy was a warm and affectionate person who had a special talent for giving the biggest and best hugs. His presence brought comfort and joy to those around him. He was known for...
Benjamin J. Dedon ("B.J.")
Jul 13, 2023
Krotz Springs - It is with heavy hearts that the family of Benjamin J. Dedon ("B.J.") announce his death on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at Opelousas General Health System. Benjamin was a resident of Krotz Springs, LA and was born on January 28, 1959, in Baton Rouge, LA.
Benjamin loved to ride his Harley Davidson on the open road. He...
Christine Dicapo Morrow
Jul 11, 2023
Christine Dicapo Morrow, a beloved life long resident of Melville, Louisiana, has peacefully passed away on July 11, 2023 at the Landmark South Nursing Home in Baton Rouge, LA. She was born on September 22, 1934, in Bayou Rouge, Louisiana. Christine will forever be remembered for her warmth and kindness towards everyone she met.Christine's life was filled with love and...
Gilbert Olivier, Jr.
Jul 9, 2023
Opelousas, LA - Gilbert Olivier, Jr., a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend, passed away on July 9, 2023, at Opelousas General Health System. He was born on January 6, 1942, in Opelousas, LA. Gilbert was a kind-hearted man who touched the lives of many with his warm smile and gentle nature.Gilbert dedicated many years of his life working...
Bertha Thibodeaux Guidry
Jul 9, 2023
Lawtell – A Mass of Christian Burial for Bertha Thibodeaux Guidry will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, in the St. Bridget Catholic Church in Lawtell, LA. Rev. Father Gregory Simien will Celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal will take place in the St. Bridget Church Cemetery.
A visitation will be held in the Skip...
