Obituaries
Edwin "Red" Tate
Dec 15, 2024
Edwin "Red" Tate, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed member of the community, passed away on December 15, 2024, at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Nursing Home in Opelousas, Louisiana. Born on September 29, 1932, in Washington, Louisiana, Edwin lived a life characterized by his deep commitment to family, faith, and service.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for...
Randall "Randy" Doucet
Dec 12, 2024
Randall Jules “Randy” Doucet, a devoted hunter, fisherman, and family man, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in Lawtell, Louisiana at the age of 66. Born on May 14, 1958, in Grand Prairie, Louisiana, he was the son of the late Leola Derganger Doucet and Terry John Doucet, Sr.
Randy was raised in the warmth of...
Florence Dupre
Dec 9, 2024
Florence Dupre, a beloved matriarch and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully at her residence on December 9, 2024, just one day short of her 72nd birthday. She was born on December 10, 1952.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Florence at St. Landry Catholic Church on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 10:00 AM celebrated by Father Neil...
Nicole Leigh Charrier
Dec 4, 2024
Nicole Leigh Charrier, age 44, a beloved daughter and sister, passed away peacefully at her residence in Prairie Ronde, Louisiana, on December 4, 2024. She was born on February 21, 1980, in New Iberia, Louisiana. Nicole lived a life filled with joy and simple pleasures.
Funeral services for Nicole will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 9, 2024, in...
Carolyn Gast Lipari
Dec 2, 2024
Opelousas - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Carolyn Gast Lipari, at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Opelousas. The Very Reverend Monsignor Keith J. DeRouen will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal and interment will follow in the Monsignor Louis Melancon Mausoleum in Opelousas, LA.
Visitation will...
Kasie Reneé Briley
Nov 30, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady Queen of Angels on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. with The Very Reverend Monsignor DeRouen officiating. Rite of Committal and burial will be held at Bellevue Memorial Park. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas from 11:00 a.m....
Michael Wayne Ryder
Nov 29, 2024
Celebration of Life for Michael Wayne Ryder, “Mike”, age 68, will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 2:30 pm in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas, LA.
Visitation will be held from 8:30 am until the Rosary at 2:00 pm by Cecille Dupre and time of services at 2:30 pm. Deacon Bill Pollingue will...
Sandra Leblanc Artigue
Nov 28, 2024
Port Barre - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Sandra Leblanc Artigue, at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre, Louisiana. Father Clint Trahan will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal and interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery in Port Barre, Louisiana. The vocalist for...
Marie Elaine Joubert Soileau
Nov 24, 2024
Opelousas - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Marie Elaine Joubert Soileau, at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at St. Landry Catholic Church in Opelousas. Fr. Neil Pettit will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal and interment will follow in the Cedar Hill Cemetery in Washington, LA.
Visitation will be held in the Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home...
Raphael John Breaux
Nov 22, 2024
Raphael John Breaux, born on May 30, 1960, and a resident of Plaisance, Louisiana, passed away on November 22, 2024, at the age of 64. Raphael was remembered for his outspoken personality. He was known as someone who would always lend a helping hand. He took great joy in cooking and sharing meals with loved ones.
Raphael is survived by his...
Carmelita David Formby
Nov 11, 2024
Opelousas-A Memorial Mass for Ms. Carmelita David Formby will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025, in Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Opelousas, Louisiana. Rite of Committal and inurnment will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas, Louisiana.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. in the church....
Clara Mae Wright Randle
Nov 10, 2024
Clara Mae Wright Randle, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November 10, 2024, at the age of 81. She was born on April 27, 1943, in Benton, Arkansas.
Clara’s life was filled with love and cherished memories with her loved ones. Clara was a woman of faith and had a childlike heart and gentle personality. She was...
Mayonce J. Dupre'
Nov 8, 2024
Krotz Springs-A Mass of Christian Burial for Mayonce J. Dupre’ will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, November 11, 2024, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Krotz Springs, LA. Father Henry Antony will celebrate the Mass. The Rite of Committal and interment will be held at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas, LA.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 10,...
Sheryl Dupre Fogleman
Nov 7, 2024
Sheryl Ann Dupre Fogleman was born on February 5, 1951, in Oakdale, Louisiana. She grew up in Waxia, Louisiana, and graduated from Port Barre High School. She was currently a resident of Gonzales, Louisiana. She passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024, at Francois Bend Senior Living in Gonzales, Louisiana, surrounded by family. She will be missed dearly by her...
Frederick "Bob" Robert Bailey
Nov 7, 2024
Frederick "Bob" Robert Bailey was born on March 1, 1923, in Washington, Louisiana. He passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024, at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Nursing Home in Opelousas, Louisiana.
Visitation for Bob Bailey, age 101, will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the St. John’s Episcopal Church (Washington Garden...
Thelma Chautin Devillier
Nov 3, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Thelma Chautin Devillier on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the St. Leo Catholic Church in Leonville, La. Monsignor Curtis Mallett and Father Darren Eldridge will con-Celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal and Burial will be held in the St. Leo Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November...
Joseph C. Dupre
Oct 30, 2024
Joseph C. Dupre passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024, at the Carpenter House in Lafayette, Louisiana. Born on August 10, 1947, in Oakdale, Louisiana, Joseph lived a life filled with dedication to family, service, and his passions. He was a life-long resident of Prairie Ronde.
A visitation will take place on Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 8:00...
John Kirt Soileau
Oct 30, 2024
Opelousas – John Kirt Soileau, age 94, was born on September 27, 1930, and passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024, at his residence in Washington, Louisiana.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas. Deacon Jerome Collins will conduct the service, and...
Merlyn "Muff" Louis Carrier
Oct 26, 2024
Merlyn Louis Carrier known to many as "Muff" passed away on October 26, 2024, at Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, Louisiana. He was born on January 22, 1930, in Washington, Louisiana.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Merlyn Louis Carrier at 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at St. Landry Catholic Church in Opelousas, LA. Father...
