Obituaries
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...
Gloria Gay Olivier
Oct 24, 2024
Gloria Gay Olivier, a beloved homemaker and devoted family member, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at her residence in Opelousas, Louisiana, at the age of 76. Born on November 18, 1947, in Opelousas, Louisiana, Gloria spent her life cultivating a warm and loving environment for her family and those around her.
Gloria's heart was intertwined with her family; she...
Edward Joseph Stelly
Oct 18, 2024
Krotz Springs - Edward Joseph Stelly, age 84, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great grandfather and friend passed away peacefully at his residence in Krotz Springs, Louisiana on Friday, October 18, 2024. He was born on January 7, 1940, in Opelousas, Louisiana, Edward lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, and a love for his family.
A Mass of...
Raymond "Gene" DeJean
Oct 10, 2024
Opelousas - Raymond "Gene" DeJean, age 97, was born on October 5, 1927, in the town of Lawtell, Louisiana. Gene passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024, at the Corner Stone at the Ranch in Lafayette, Louisiana.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 14, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church....
Douglas "Doug" L. Amy
Oct 9, 2024
Opelousas - Douglas “Doug” L. Amy, age 82, passed away on October 9, 2024, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. Born on March 18, 1942, in Opelousas, Louisiana, Doug lived a life filled with love, commitment, and service.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home...
Kelly Elizabeth Amy
Oct 6, 2024
Kelly Elizabeth Amy, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024, at St. Joseph Carpenter House in Lafayette, LA after a 3 1/2-year battle with cancer. Kelly was born on August 19, 1982, in Opelousas, Louisiana.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at...
Nora Mae Richard
Oct 4, 2024
Opelousas - Nora Mae Richard, age 94, peacefully departed this life on October 4, 2024, at the Oak Lane Wellness & Rehabilitation Center in Eunice, Louisiana. Born on June 27, 1930, she graced this world enriching the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Funeral services for Nora will be held on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 1:30...
Mary "Kathy" Chiasson
Sep 16, 2024
Funeral services for Mary “Kathy” Fortenberry Chiasson will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Gravel Hill Baptist Church located at 1382 Gravel Hill Church Road, Pitkin, Louisiana. Pastor Chad Estes will conduct the service. A burial will follow in the Blue Branch Cemetery in Pitkin, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held in the Gravel Hill Baptist...
Julia "June" Meche
Sep 9, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial for Julia “June” Meche, age 92, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Washington, LA. Rite of Committal and Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Washington, LA. Reverend Fr. Matthew Higginbotham will celebrate the Mass accompanied by Reverend Fr. Joseph Padinjarepeedika and Reverend...
Lynda Richard Dupre
Sep 7, 2024
Lynda Dupre, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2024, at her residence in Lafayette, Louisiana. She was born on September 16, 1958, in Arnaudville, Louisiana. She lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to her family.
A visitation for Lynda will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2024, from 4:00 PM to...
Cynthia Marie Chachere Fontenot
Sep 5, 2024
Cynthia Marie Chachere Fontenot, passed away peacefully at her residence in Opelousas, Louisiana, on September 5, 2024, at the age of 63. She was born on May 31, 1961, in Church Point, Louisiana, Cynthia was a vibrant spirit who brought joy to all who knew her.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Cynthia will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday,...
Hermina Lavergne LaGrange
Sep 3, 2024
Hermina LaGrange, age 92, a resident of Lafayette, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Hermina Lavergne LaGrange will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Opelousas. Father Jude Thierry will celebrate the Mass. The Rite of...
