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January 1, 2007
Harold David Clement
- age 70, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 6:53 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at St. John Catholic Church in Thibodaux; mass Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his wife, Lilly Morvant Clement; three sons, Gerald, Gary "Cabre" and John Clement; one daughter, Kathy C. Gros; two brothers, Francis and Ronald Clement; one sister, Betty Albert; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Louise Naquin Clement; and one brother, Lyle Clement
Ruby Ledet Knobloch
- age 86, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux; mass Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by two brothers, E.P. Ledet and Billy Ledet; three sisters, Marie Prejeant, Pris Ledet, and Carolyn Hayward; and numerous nieces and nephews
- preceded in death by her husband, Lester "Tony" Knobloch; her parents, Elvin and Lilly Guidry Ledet; and one brother, Henry Cooper
- an employee of Clydes Jewelry Store for more than 40 years
Joseph M. Thibodaux
- age 81, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Larose, died at 11:50 a.m. Friday, Dec. 29, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose; mass Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son, Chase A. Thibodaux; one sister-in-law, Regina B. Usey; one sister, Irene Richoux; and four grandchildren, Casey Thibodaux, Baylee Thibodaux, Ryan Miller and Mackenzie Miller
- preceded in death by his wife, Betty Kennedy Thibodaux; his parents, Adam and Josephine Plaisance Thibodaux; four brothers, Oliver, Junius, Sylvester and Davis Usey; and three sisters, Edna Usey Rousell, Odile Usey Benoit and Lucy Thibodaux Bouvier
- served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 8538; self-employed diesel mechanic; parishioner of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church
- Samart Funeral Home
Robert A. Weimer
- age 91, a native and resident of St. Charles Community, died at 3:40 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 31, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland; mass Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church mausoleum
- survived by one brother, Clement Weimer Jr.
- preceded in death by his wife, Muriel Breaux Weimer; his parents, Frank and Lucie Guedry Weimer; one stepfather, Clement Weimer Sr.; four brothers, Charles, Windeline, Frank and Phillip Sr. Weimer; and three sisters, Mary B. Robichaux, Gabe B. Melancon, and Margaret B. Richard
- served in the U.S. Army during World War II and a member of the Knights of Columbus; parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Church
January 2, 2007
Ruby Ledet Knobloch
- age 86, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux; mass Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by two brothers, E.P. Ledet and Billy Ledet; three sisters, Marie Prejeant, Pris Ledet and Carolyn Hayward; and numerous nieces and nephews
- preceded in death by her husband, Lester "Tony" Knobloch; her parents, Elvin and Lilly Guidry Ledet; and one brother, Henry Cooper
- an employee of Clyde’s Jewelry Store for more than 40 years
- Landry’s Funeral Home
Calvin Joseph Ledet
- age 89, a native of Bayou Blue and resident of Houma, died at 11:45 p.m. Saturday Dec. 30, 2006
- visitation today at Chauvin Funeral Home and to funeral time Wednesday at the funeral home; mass Wednesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by two sons, Gerald Ledet and wife, Darlene, of Pine, and Glynn Ledet and wife, Trish, of Bourg; three daughters, Gwendolyn L. Wallace and husband, Terry Sr., of Bogue Chitto, Miss., Lola L. Campbell and husband, Gary, and Susan Runkles of Houma; one brother, Walter Ledet of Kentwood; two sisters, Adele Mouton of Franklinton and Cecilia Ford of Purvis, Miss.; 23 grandchildren; and 45 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his wife, Rosalie Pye Ledet; his parents, Clarence Ledet and Elizabeth Bergeron Ledet; one son, Daniel Ledet; one son-in-law, Larry Runkles; five brothers, Morris, Junuis, Andrew and infant twin boys; and five sisters, Alice Cassaly, Ester Gross, Beatrice Chaisson, Ruby Krause and Wilma Edwards
- retired school-bus driver for Terrebonne Parish School Board and a retired crane operator for McDermott for 30 years; worked for Fraternal Order of Police; avid fisherman, hunter and trawler; served in the U.S. Army during World War II; parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Nancy Sagona LeBouef
- age 95, a native of Ardoyne Plantation and resident of Houma, died at 11:25 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006
- mass today at Annunziata Catholic Church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- survived by one son, Raymond LeBouef and wife, Lorraine, of Houma; three daughters, Rose Mary Matherne and husband, Blaise, Ethel M. Voisin and husband, Donald, and Virgie Ann Traigle and husband, Gilbert, of Houma; nine grandchildren, Tina Fanguy, Jody Matherne, Kayla Matherne, Wendy Voisin, Quincy Voisin, Bonita Champagne, Craig Traigle, Danny Traigle and Kara LeBouef; nine great-grandchildren, Shana Matherne, Andre Fanguy, Mya Fanguy, Kristi Mather, Colby Matherne, Hatey Matherne, Clarissa Babin, Cody Traigle and Devin Traigle
- preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Paul LeBouef; her parents, Tony Sagona and Vita Ciccio Sagona; five brothers, Tony Anthony Sagona, Tony Sagona, Frank Sagona, Jimmy Sagona and Charlie Sagona; three sisters, Josephine Lusso, Frances Boudreaux and Leona Freeman
- homemaker; parishioner of Annuniziata Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Barbara Burnham
- age 70, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church; mass Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux
- survived by her husband, Charles Burnham; four sons, Lawrence "Butch" Jr., Terry, Sonny and Troy Benoit; two daughters, Deborah Thibodaux and Priscilla Pitre; 14 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Elma Barrilleaux and Elsie Navarre Barrilleaux; her first husband, Lawrence Benoit Sr.; one sister, Jackie Braud; and one grandson
January 3, 2007
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January 4, 2007
Patrick James Williams
- age 26, a native of Mobile, Ala., and resident of Houma, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006
- visitation Friday at Community Funeral Home; funeral service Saturday at the Church of God Family Worship Center in Houma, with burial in Southdown Cemetery
- survived by his parents, Olander Williams Sr. and Patricia Williams Allen; two brothers, Olander Williams Jr. and Donald "D.J." Allen Jr.; and two sisters, Rhonda Allen and Dana Allen
- preceded in death by his father, Bishop Donald Allen Sr.; his maternal grandparents, the Rev. Oscar James Tarleton and Dora Lee Tarleton; and his paternal grandparents, Phillip Williams Sr. and Lillie Mae Douglas
- Pentecostal and a member of the Church of God Family Worship Center; served in the U.S. Marines and was a 1999 graduate of South Terrebonne High school and a 1998-99 MVP basketball player; correction officer
- Community Funeral Home
Nancy Marie Vito
- age 63, a native and resident of Montegut, died at 9:38 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma; memorial service Friday at the funeral home
- survived by her mother, Anna Lee Rhodes Price; one son, Lonny Vito and wife, Jeanne "Puckie"; one daughter, Suzanne Vito and fiance, Terry Gregoire; one brother, Leroy Price; one sister, Shirley Price; eight grandchildren, Ronnie Hutchinson Jr. and wife, Courtney, Lance Naquin, Candice Naquin, Lacy Vito, Lori Naquin, Lawrence Vito, Lindsey Vito and Natasha; and seven great-grandchildren, Abby, Ronny Jay and Hunter Hutchinson, Isiah, Tayton, Talan and Namayah Billiot
- preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Clarence Vito Sr.; her father, Herbert Price; one son, Clarence Vito Jr.; and her father-in-law, Lawrence Vito
- homemaker and enjoyed sewing, spoiling her grandchildren and gardening; Catholic
- Samart Funeral Home of Houma, L.L.C.
Raymond Harold Melancon
- age 79, a resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, Dec. 29, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Friday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church; memorial service Friday at the church
- survived by his wife, Lena Thibodaux Melancon; six sons, Michael, Ricky, Thomas, John, Dallas and Dexter Melancon; four daughters, Cathy Hebert, Roberta Melancon, Holly Gravois and Stephanie Ledet; three brothers, Murray, Richard and Robert Melancon; 15 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Nara and Olive Clement Melancon; and one brother, Nathan Melancon
- U.S. Navy veteran of World War II
Thomas Lee ‘Tommy’ Jones
- age 60, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Gibson, died Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006
- visitation today at Community Funeral Home and to funeral time Friday at Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church in Gibson; funeral service Friday at the church, with burial in Oak Forest Cemetery in Gibson
- survived by his mother, Mary Louise Matthews Bolden; five brothers, Tyrone, Matthew, Standford and Glynn Bolden and Myron Ruffin; and one sister, Marcia L. Bolden Johnson
- preceded in death by his father, Ike Jones; his stepfather, Henry Bolden; two brothers, Michael and Henry Nash Jr.; and his grandparents, Gertie Aitkens Matthews and Willie Matthews Sr. and Thomas and Corine Jones
- Little League Baseball coach for Terrebonne Parish Recreation Department
- Community Funeral Home
Dennis A. Zeringue
- age 85, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 7:50 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Friday at Falgout Funeral Home in Raceland; mass Friday at St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son, Michael J. Zeringue; three daughters, Patricia Rivero, Rhea Abadie and Lori Lucas; seven sisters, Gladys Bilello, Louise Stevens, Jeanne Luquette, Earline Pitre, Rita Pertuit, Laura Dominique and Clara "Baby" Matherne; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Guidry Zeringue; his parents, Raoul and Lucia Hebert Zeringue; and five brothers, Clifton, Camille, Thompson, Blaise and Malcolm Zeringue
- retired sugar farmer and a parishioner of St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church
Emile Joseph Rodrigue
- age 81, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, died at 1:40 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007
- visitation Friday and to funeral time Saturday at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin; mass Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in Bisland Cemetery
- survived by his wife, Mildred Mary LeBouef Rodrigue of Chauvin; three sons, Steve Joseph Rodrigue, Felton Charles Rodrigue and wife, Sandra, and Roy Joseph Rodrigue; two daughters, Frances Ann Rodrigue and Beulah Josephine R. Nelton and husband, Alley Sr.; one brother, Claude Joseph Rodrigue and wife, Rosebelle; one sister, Tina R. Crochet and husband, Ernest Sr.; 20 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and eight step-great-great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Mentor Joseph Rodrigue and Fabiolia Justine Neal Rodrigue; one son, Elgin Joseph Rodrigue Sr.; one grandson, James Joseph Nelton Sr.; two brothers Paul and John Rodrigue Sr.; and three sisters, Mayola R. Trahan, Leola R. Brunet and Viola R. Dupre
- U.S. Navy veteran and a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church
Luella Verret Nicol
- age 88, a native of New Iberia and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007
- funeral services today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow, with burial in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Cut Off
- survived by one daughter, Diana Nicol Robichaux; four grandchildren, Luke LeBlanc and wife, Wendy, Gunny LeBlanc and wife, Jennifer, Danny Robichaux and Schaffer Robichaux and wife, Kristin; and two great-grandchildren, Savannah LeBlanc and Brittany LeBlanc
- preceded in death by her husband, Schaffer Kilren Nicol; her parents, Armance and Lottie Babb Verret; one infant grandchild, Diana Nicol Robichaux; and three brothers, Willie Verret, Edmond Verret and Leroy Verret
- an avid seamstress and cook and enjoyed boating and camping; parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church
- Samart-Mothe Funeral Home
Joseph Sidney ‘Joe’ Lodrigue
- age 64, a native of New Orleans and resident of Theriot, died at 8:09 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007
- visitation Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home and to funeral time Saturday at St. Eloi Catholic Church; mass Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his wife, Rita Bessie Parfait Lodrigue of Theriot; one son, Joseph David Lodrigue and wife, Jennifer, of Houma; three daughters, Angie Marie Harness and husband, Paul, of Charlotte, N.C., April Dawn Nation and husband, Bryon, of Dulac and Lorita Elizabeth Lovemore and husband, Brian, of Natchitoches; one brother, Paul Lodrigue of Grand Caillou; five sisters, Mary Champagne, Doris Billiot of Dularge, Linda Stendle, Ginger Broussard and Anna Lee Boudloche of Houma; and nine grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Sidney Lodrigue and Madeline Solet Lodrigue; and one brother, Alvin Lodrigue
- retired warehouseman for Baker Hughes for 25½ years and a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church
Louann ‘Louie’ Domangue
- age 43, a native of Merced, Calif., and resident of Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006
- funeral services Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma
- survived by her husband, Carl Domangue Sr.; one son, Trey Hence; one stepson, Carl Domangue Jr.; one daughter, Taska Young; one stepdaughter, Shannon Anselmi; two brothers, David and Jessie Vanboxliere; and two grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Marie Vanboxliere
January 5, 2007
Patrick James Williams
- age 26, a native of Mobile, Ala., and resident of Houma, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006
- visitation today at Community Funeral Home; funeral service Saturday at the Church of God Family Worship Center in Houma, with burial in Southdown Cemetery
- survived by his parents, Olander Williams Sr. and Patricia Williams Allen; two brothers, Olander Williams Jr. and Donald "D.J." Allen Jr.; and two sisters, Rhonda Allen and Dana Allen
- preceded in death by his father, Bishop Donald Allen Sr.; his maternal grandparents, the Rev. Oscar James Tarleton and Dora Lee Tarleton; and his paternal grandparents, Phillip Williams Sr. and Lillie Mae Douglas
- Pentecostal and a member of the Church of God Family Worship Center; served in the U.S. Marines and was a 1999 graduate of South Terrebonne High school and a 1998-99 MVP basketball player; correction officer
- Community Funeral Home
Karl Phillip Toups
- age 94, a native of Orange Groove Plantation and resident of Houma, died at 7 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007
- funeral services today at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- survived by one brother, Clifton and Clara Toups of Baton Rouge; four nieces, Charlotte Bollinger, Andie Bollinger of Lockport, Barbara Hull and Pam Hoffpauer of Baton Rouge; and one nephew, Boyse Bollinger of Lockport
- preceded in death by his wife, Arlette Daigle Toups; his parents, George Toups and Charlotte Morvant Toups; his stepfather, Tom Toups; and two sisters, Doris Bollinger and Bernice Dugas
- retired vice president of Terrebonne and Premier Bank; instrumental in the building of St. Gregory Catholic Church; charter member and first grand knight of St. Gregory Knights of Columbus, a long-time member of the American Legion and VFW and was a member of the Bankers Association; he and Arlette were avid members of the Knight of Twilers Dance group; U.S. Army Airforce veteran of World War II and a parishioner of St. Gregory Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Joseph ‘Joe’ Tivet
- age 78, a native of Houma and resident of Dulac, died at 5:52 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007
- funeral services today at Chauvin Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in St. Eloi Cemetery
- survived by his wife, Rhonda Parker Tivet of Dulac; three sons, Macliar J. Tivet Sr. and wife, Erica, of Patterson, Harry Tivet of Morgan City and Kenneth White and wife, Kathy, of Bayou Blue; six daughters, Sandra Ruble of Waterproof, Sherry Rhodes of Houma, Lisa Tivet of Grand Isle, Jackie Crappel of Houma, Nancy Ladnier of Bayou LaBatre, Ala., and Lorita Tivet of Dulac; one stepson, Kevin Parker of San Diego; two brothers, Gary Bourg and Karry Bourg of Houma; five sisters, Irene Giroir of Gibson, Eula Mae Degruise of Gray, Ramona Charpentier of Houma, Amelia Guilbeaux of Thibodaux and Jane Ella Lager of Gibson; 29 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Jake Tivet and Loritta Lambert Tivet; one son, Henry Joseph Tivet; four grandchildren; one brother, Bob Bourg; and one sister, Malone Bourg
- retired tug-boat captain with Cenac Towing Co. and a shrimper
- parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church
Lawrence Johnson Sr.
- age 57, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 9:48 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux; religious service Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his wife, Dorothy Johnson of Thibodaux; his mother, Elener Johnson of Thibodaux; one son, Lawrence Johnson Jr. and wife, Tamika, of Belle Rose; two daughters, Termeiko Detrict Johnson of Houma and Lacey Irian Lee of Baton Rouge; three brothers, Lloyd Johnson and wife, Ella, of Napoleonville, Willie Johnson and wife, Eula, of Thibodaux and Tommy Johnson and wife, Ceelia, of Phoenix; three sisters, Geraldine Toups and Lois Ann Brown, both of Thibodaux and Kasharon Johnson of Houma; and four grandchildren
- preceded in death by his father, Solomon Johnson Jr.; two brothers, Nolden and Louis Johnson; and his grandparents, James and Olevia Taylor Henderson and Solomon Sr. and Cora Mae Johnson
- member of Moses Baptist Church
Annie Walterine Defelice Foret
- age 67, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Fountain, Colo., died at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home; memorial service Saturday at the funeral home
- survived by two sons, John C. Foret and wife, Tanya, of Florida, and Arthur W. Foret and wife, Christine, of Texas; two daughters, Laura Costilla and husband, Gabriel, of Colorado and Frances Woodham and husband, Norman, of Texas; two brothers, Joseph and John Defelice of Houma; one sister, Elaine Defelice of Houma; four grandchildren; one step-grandchild; and three step-great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her husband, John Foret; her parents, Walter Joseph Defelice and Marie Gregoire Defelice; and one brother, Walter Antoine Defelice
- retired cook
Cleda M. Figgs
- age 62, a native of Philadelphia, Pa., and resident of Chauvin, died at 12:13 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, 2006
- memorial service Saturday at Montegut Baptist Church
- survived by one brother, Claude Figgs III of Georgia
- preceded in death by her parents, Claude Figgs II and Vera Daugherty Figgs
- registered nurse at Terrebonne General Medical Center and was a member of the APC and RRCUS
Estelle ‘Stella’ Esponge
- age 78, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 2:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow; mass Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one brother, Ellis "E.J." Esponge Jr.; and seven sisters, Emelia Timonet, Enola Martin, Elvida "Lou" Rogers, Neva Plaisance, Hilda Collins, Jeanelle Dufrene and Mercedes "Ann" Guidry
- preceded in death by her parents, Ellis J. Sr. and Mercedes Felarise Esponge; and two sisters, Evia Boudreaux and Hazel Rousse
- housekeeper for 50 years at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church and was a member of the Ladies of LaSalette; parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church
Joseph ‘Pharoah’ ‘Big Joe’ Charles Sr.
- age 79, a native and resident of Raceland, died Friday, Dec. 29, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at Morning Star Baptist Church in Raceland; religious service Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his companion, Naoma Crandle of Raceland; five sons, Joseph Charles Jr. and wife, Imogene, and Leroy Charles of Thibodaux, Samuel Charles of Hattisburg, Miss., Justin Charles of Gonzales and Javor Charles and wife, Vallery, of Raceland; three daughters, Elnora Sims and husband, Nathan, and Rosalie Sims and husband, Bryan, of Raceland and Cassandra Williams and husband, Rasheen, of Houma; one brother, LeRoyal Charles and wife, Josie Mae, of Raceland; two sisters, Elouise C. Meade of Raceland and Mabel C. Johnson of Dallas; 28 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Lizzie Jackson Charles; his grandparents, Willie Sr. and Susan Langman Jackson and Alphonse and Ada Lane Charles; one grandson; and one granddaughter
- member of Morning Star Baptist Church and served on the Usher Board for more than 40 years; member of Raceland Male Chorus for more than 30 years and a member of Labor National Local Union No. 689
January 6, 2007
Lois Rita Toups Johnson
- age 85, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Luling, died Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Monday at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Luling; mass Monday at the church, with interment in St. Charles Mausoleum
- survived by six children, Gregory Johnson of Kenner, Cassandra Kaplan of Luling, Merrick Johnson of Thibodaux, Kerry Hotard of Luling, Shannon Johnson of Morgan City and Tracy Johnson of Covington; mother-in-law of Michael Kaplan, Alison P. Johnson, Lonie Hotard, Stephanie H. Johnson and Pamala G. Johnson; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by her husband, Henry Lee Johnson; one son, Wendell Johnson; her parents, Harry S. Toups Sr. and Verna Boudreaux Toups; and five siblings, Verlie Toups Foote, Harry S. Toups Jr., Kenneth Toups, Randall Toups and Kempton Toups
- member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church and Ladies Alter Society; marketing specialist for USDA and a science teacher at Riverside Academy in Reserve
Pamela Marie King
- native of New Orleans and a former resident of Houma, died after a courageous battle with breast cancer, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Monday at Household of Faith Worship Center in New Orleans; funeral service Monday at the church, with burial in Providence Memorial Park
- survived by one daughter, Kimberly Wilson; one son, Jahmald Spriggins; her mother, Marie King; two brothers, Jonathan and Freddie King Jr.; four sisters, Dianne Hagen, Joyce Morris, Pamela Williams and Vanessa King; and two grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Ruby and Freddie King; and one sister, Fredia King
Tony Ivy
- age 55, a native of Hobbs, N.M., and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007
- visitation to funeral time today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma; memorial service today at the funeral home
- survived by his mother, Nancy Werther; four daughters, Angela Pellican, Bethany Ivy, Crystal Ivy and Heather Ivy; one brother, Mike Ivy; four sisters, Peggy Hankins, Debbie Richey, Cheryl Callais and Cyndi Werther-Johnson; and one grandchild
- preceded in death by his father, Herman Ivy; and one sister, Vickie Statch
January 7, 2007
Tony Ivy
- age 55, a native of Hobbs, New Mexico, and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007
- visitation to funeral time today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma; memorial service today at the funeral home
- survived by his mother, Nancy Werther; four daughters, Angela Pellican, Bethany Ivy, Crystal Ivy and Heather Ivy; one brother, Mike Ivy; four sisters, Peggy Hankins, Debbie Richey, Cheryl Callais and Cyndi Werther-Johnson; and one grandchild
- preceded in death by his father, Herman Ivy; and one sister, Vickie Statch
Lois Rita Toups Johnson
- age 85, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Luling, died Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Monday at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Luling; mass Monday at the church, with interment in St. Charles Mausoleum
- survived by six children, Gregory Johnson of Kenner, Cassandra Kaplan of Luling, Merrick Johnson of Thibodaux, Kerry Hotard of Luling, Shannon Johnson of Morgan City and Tracy Johnson of Covington; mother-in-law of Michael Kaplan, Alison P. Johnson, Lonie Hotard, Stephanie H. Johnson and Pamala G. Johnson; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by her husband, Henry Lee Johnson; one son, Wendell Johnson; her parents, Harry S. Toups Sr. and Verna Boudreaux Toups; and five siblings, Verlie Toups Foote, Harry S. Toups Jr., Kenneth Toups, Randall Toups and Kempton Toups
- member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church and Ladies Alter Society; marketing specialist for USDA and a science teacher at Riverside Academy in Reserve
Pamela Marie King
- native of New Orleans and a former resident of Houma, died after a courageous battle with breast cancer, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Monday at Household of Faith Worship Center in New Orleans; funeral service Monday at the church, with burial in Providence Memorial Park
- survived by one daughter, Kimberly Wilson; one son, Jahmald Spriggins; her mother, Marie King; two brothers, Jonathan and Freddie King Jr.; four sisters, Dianne Hagen, Joyce Morris, Pamela Williams and Vanessa King; and two grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Ruby and Freddie King; and one sister, Fredia King
January 8, 2007
James Edward Smith
- age 74, a native of Alabama City, Ala., and resident of Houma, died Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at Village Chapel Funeral Home in Gadsden, Ala.; religious service Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial in Reeves Grove Cemetery Whitney Junction in Ashville, Ala.
- survived by one son, Eddie Smith and wife, Annetta, of Bayou Black; one daughter, Phyllis D. Peach and husband, Joe, of Bossier City; four brothers, Wayne, Larry, Terry and Lamar Smith; three sisters, Bera Porche, Phyllis Seekatz and Marjorie Barron; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his first wife, Betty W. Smith; his parents, Lydia McClain and TZ Smith; one son, Mark Smith; three daughters, Kathy, Karen and Elaine Smith; three brothers, Gerome, Orbie and Lyndsey Smith; and one sister, Jeanette Smith
Sammy Joseph Labit
- age 46, a native of New Orleans and resident of Lucedale, Miss., died at 6:10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 5, 2007
- visitation today at George County Funeral Home in Lucedale, and to funeral time Tuesday at Crossroads United Methodist Church in Lucedale; religious services Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his wife, Maria Labit of Lucedale; one daughter, Monica Labit of Lucedale; one stepson, Junior Albuquerue of Lucedale; one stepdaughter, Dana Ivey of Lucedale; his father and stepmother, Ralph Labit and Dianne Rogers Labit of Houma; his mother and stepfather, Carolyn "Sue" Lakey and Jerry Lakey of Lucedale; four brothers, Michael Labit, James A. Clark of Lucedale, Paul Labit and Timmy Labit of Houma; two sisters, Donna North of Atlanta and Cindy Johnson of Hurley, Miss.; his stepgrandfather, John C. Lakey of Lucedale; and his stepgrandmother, Ollie Rogers of Houma
- preceded in death by his brother, John Labit
- chief engineer; member of Crossroads United Methodist Church
Inez B. Foret
- age 88, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 9:10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church; mass Tuesday at the church, with burial in St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Cemetery in Raceland
- survived by one brother, Leverence Bourgeois Sr.; one sister, Agnes Adams; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her husband, Ivy F. Foret; her parents, Theophile and Lydie Danos Bourgeois; one son, Ivy J. Foret Jr.; one brother, Norris Bourgeois Sr.; and one sister, Anna Mae Clement
- parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church
Russel Baylis Edmonson III
- age 42, a native and resident of Houma, died at 7:50 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5, 2007
- funeral services today at Chauvin Funeral Home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- survived by his mother, Diana Naquin Edmonson of Houma; one sister, Stacey Edmonson of Houma; and one grandmother, Lillian Rhodes Naquin of Houma
- preceded in death by his father, Russel Baylis Edmonson Jr.; and his grandparents, Clintin Naquin, R.B. Edmonson Sr. and Jean McCormick Edmonson
- operator with Patterson and Edmonson Construction
Audrey Babin Daigle
- age 72, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Pensacola, Fla., died Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007
- funeral services today at St. Paul Catholic Church in Pensacola, with burial in Holy Cross Cemetery
- survived by her husband, James A. Daigle Sr.; three daughters, Mary Lynn Gatterdam of Pensacola, Darlene Daigle of Pensacola and Kathy Pixie Millar and husband, Michael; one son, James A. Daigle Jr. of Anchorage, Alaska; one brother, Leo Babin Jr. and wife, Carol, of Thibodaux; and seven grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Irene Babin; and one brother, Melvin Babin
- retired from the Escambia County School Board as a teacher assistant
James Alfred ‘Peanut’ Crochet Sr.
- age 79, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 11:36 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5, 2007
- visitation today at the Falgout Funeral Home chapel and to funeral time Tuesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church; mass Tuesday at the church, with interment in Bayou Black Mausoleum
- survived by his wife, Sylvia Emily Trahan Crochet; three sons, James Alfred Jr., Kevin Francis and wife, Melanie, and Robert Paul Crochet; two daughters, Elizabeth Odile and husband, James Michael Fontenot and Emily Ann Hebert; two brothers, Edward and Charles Crochet; one sister, Marquerite Giroir; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson
- preceded in death by his parents, Viltres and Anna Lee Bergeron Crochet; two brothers, Paul and Harold Crochet; and two sisters, Rita Martin and Rosemary Bergeron
- parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church; worked for Texaco for 37 years; served with the U.S. Army in the European Theatre of World War II; member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus Council No. 9338, St. Anthony Altar Society and Texaco Retirees Club
Juanita Usé Bourgeois
- age 86, a native of Schriever and resident of Thibodaux, died at 9:12 a.m. Friday, Jan. 5, 2007
- graveside service Tuesday at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux
- survived by two sons, Michael B. Bourgeois and Sidney V. Bourgeois Jr.; four sisters, Rose Mary Hoffmann, Catherine Lucille Bourgeois, Thelma Marie Himel and Theresa Bernard Ber; and four grandchildren
- preceded in death by her husband, Sidney V. Bourgeois Sr.; her parents, William and Teresa Bernard Usé; and one sister, Celina Bourgeois
Alfred Freeman Richards
- age 75, a native of Swartz and resident of Houma, died at 9:55 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at First Baptist Church of Houma; religious service Wednesday at the church; graveside service Thursday at Memorial Park Cemetery in Bastrop
- survived by three sons, Dennis Richards and wife, Angela, of Morgan City, Terry Richards of Houma and Mark Richards of Thibodaux; one stepbrother, Gerald "Butch" Johnson of Germantown, Tenn.; one sister, Juanita Harper of Collinston; one half-sister, Patricia Lockwood of Houma; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his wife, Alice Odelle Standard Richards; his parents, Ruby O. Richards and Nonie M. Daniels Richards; one son, Charles "Chuck" Richards; two brothers, Ancil Richards and Coy Richards; and two sisters, Peggy R. Carter and Ruby Mae R. Hughes
- retired fishing tool coordinator with Weatherford and a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War; member of First Baptist Church
Agnes Davis
- age 96, a native and resident of Paincourtville, died Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at First Israel Baptist Church in Belle Rose; religious service Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Joseph and Carolyn; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Susan Breaux Rose; her first husband, Ralph Bougere; her second husband, Samuel Davis; one brother; and eight sisters
January 9, 2007
Roland Harris
- age 83, a native and resident of Labadieville, died Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at New Belmont Baptist Church in Labadieville; religious service Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one daughter, Sherrye Chevis and husband, Ronnie, of Labadieville; one grandchild; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by his wife, Grace Bryant Harris; his first wife, Viola Atkins Harris; his parents, Alfred Harris and Olevia Antoine; and one brother, Leonard Harris
- member of New Belmont Baptist Church where he served as senior deacon and a trustee board member; U.S. Army veteran and a member of the American Legion Post No. 585
Sheirran Hughes
- age 62, a native of Temple, Texas, and resident of Midland, Texas, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007
- visitation Wednesday at Ellis Funeral Home in Midland; funeral services Thursday at First Baptist Church of Midland Worship Center, with burial in Resthaven Memorial Park
- survived by her husband, Bobby D. Hughes of Midland; one daughter, Lisa Roberson and husband, Marcus, of Midland; two sons, Roddy Hughes and wife, Lee, and David Hughes, both of Midland; two brothers, Michael Ray Norton and wife, Linda, of Houma, and Bobby Loyall Sherman of Dallas; one sister, Monette Sherman Harbert and husband, Ken, of Dallas; two sisters-in-law, Barbara Brasuell and husband, James, of Lufkin, Texas, and Sharon Tomblin and husband, Glenn, of Houston; eight grandchildren; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by her parents, Francis Xavier Norton and Virginia Lee Marek Norton
- ran a children’s day care in her home
Tiffany Marie Rhodes Neil
- age 38, a native and resident of Houma, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home and to funeral time Thursday at Annunziata Catholic Church; mass Thursday at the church, with burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery
- survived by her loving husband, Ryan Anthony Neil; her pride and joy daughters, Lauren Elizabeth and Lillie Marie Neil; her parents, Donald and Thelma LaFleur Rhodes of Houma; one sister, Tamika Rhodes Galtier and husband, Todd, of Houma; two brothers, Donald "Donnie" Rhodes II and wife, Amy, of Bourg, and Derek Rhodes of Houma; daughter-in-law of Leland and Emily Dupre Neil of Houma; sister-in-law of Ketti Neil Scarborough and husband, William, of Swarthmore, Pa., and Kristi Neil Hebert and husband, Terrel Jr., of Bourg; and loving aunt of Kacie and Meagan Galtier, Jessica, Jamie and Donald "Lil Donnie" Rhodes III, Sarah Scarborough, Brock, Zack and Allie Hebert
- preceded in death by her grandparents, Irvin and Lillian Morel Rhodes and Curley and Beulah Marcantel Lafleur
- captain of security at Terrebonne General Medical Center and was a graduate of South Terrebonne High School and Nicholls State University; parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Emma Marie Toups
- age 100, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux; mass Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by numerous nieces and nephews
- preceded in death by her parents, Edgar L. and Marie Lambert Toups; two brothers, Lambert and Adolph H. Toups; and one sister, Marie T. Leonard
- retired teacher in the Lafourche Parish School System
James Stephen ‘Jimmy’ Williams Sr.
- age 71, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:50 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral; memorial service Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- survived by his wife, Louise Bacon Williams of Houma; two daughters, Ellen Williams of Metairie and Jennifer Wautlet and husband, Merrill, of Shreveport; and two grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, John Dennis Williams and Madeline Boudreaux Williams; one son, James S. Williams Jr.; and four brothers, John Denis Williams, Rudolph Williams, Robert Williams and Richard Williams
- retired coach-teacher with Terrebonne Parish School System of 30 years and a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral
January 10, 2007
Willie M. Yule
- age 60, a native of Jena and resident of Des Allemands, died at 10:36 a.m. Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation today at Des Allemands Baptist Church; religious service Thursday at Nebo Baptist Church in Jena, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his wife, Janet G. Yule; two daughters, Karen Yule and Ashleigh Yule; four brothers, David, Thomas, Mark and Sam Yule; four sisters, Sandra Peavy, Shannon Epps, Mollie Wood and Suzanne Carroll; and one grandchild
- preceded in death by his parents, Joe David and Agnes Lucille Paul Yule
- Vietnam veteran, a member of the VFW and an elder in Des Allemands Baptist Church
Emma Marie Toups
- age 100, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux; mass Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by numerous nieces and nephews
- preceded in death by her parents, Edgar L. and Marie Lambert Toups; two brothers, Lambert and Adolph H. Toups; and one sister, Marie T. Leonard
- retired teacher in the Lafourche Parish School System
- Landry’s Funeral Home
Gillis Richard Jr.
- age 64, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 2:05 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, 2006
- memorial service Saturday at the VFW Home on Tiger Drive in Thibodaux
- survived by his wife, Mary Ann Gros Richard; his mother, Louise Naquin Richard; one son, Jason Richard; one daughter, Dawn Richard Oncale; one sister, Mary Lou Richard Boudousquie; and five grandchildren
- preceded in death by his father, Gillis Richard Sr.
- retired chief petty officer of the U.S. Navy and a retired police sergeant with Nicholls State University lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign War and Fleet Reserve Association
Tiffany Marie Rhodes Neil
- age 38, a native and resident of Houma, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation today at Chauvin Funeral Home and to funeral time Thursday at Annunziata Catholic Church; mass Thursday at the church, with burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery
- survived by her loving husband, Ryan Anthony Neil; her pride and joy daughters, Lauren Elizabeth and Lillie Marie Neil; her parents, Donald and Thelma LaFleur Rhodes of Houma; one sister, Tamika Rhodes Galtier and husband, Todd, of Houma; two brothers, Donald "Donnie" Rhodes II and wife, Amy, of Bourg, and Derek Rhodes of Houma; daughter-in-law of Leland and Emily Dupre Neil of Houma; sister-in-law of Ketti Neil Scarborough and husband, William, of Swarthmore, Pa., and Kristi Neil Hebert and husband, Terrel Jr., of Bourg; and loving aunt of Kacie and Meagan Galtier, Jessica, Jamie and Donald "Lil Donnie" Rhodes III, Sarah Scarborough, Brock, Zack and Allie Hebert
- preceded in death by her grandparents, Irvin and Lillian Morel Rhodes and Curley and Beulah Marcantel Lafleur
- captain of security at Terrebonne General Medical Center and was a graduate of South Terrebonne High School and Nicholls State University; parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Donnie Toups
- age 54, a native of Donner and resident of Gibson, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel; religious service Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Lawrence Cemetery in Chacahoula
- survived by one son, Todd Toups of Chacahoula; two daughters, Jeanice Toups of Houma and Elizabeth Toups of Charenton; two brothers, Ronnie Toups and wife, Susanne, of Donner and Darrell Toups Sr. of Gibson; one sister, Beverly Shavor and husband, Mike, of Donner; and two grandchildren, Brayton Toups and Corin Toups
- preceded in death by his parents, Jean Toups and Rita Leblanc Toups
- Thibodaux Funeral Home
Ellena Bilello Thomas
- age 47, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Lakeland, Fla., died from leukemia, Friday, Jan. 5, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Sunday at Turning Point Baptist Church in Mulberry, Fla.; services Sunday at the church
- survived by her husband, Doug Thomas; four daughters, Nikki Porter and husband, Jay, of Monroe, Emilyy, Sadie and Lena Thomas, all of Lakeland; her mother, Edna Bilello of Thibodaux; one sister, Jane O’Flynn of Punkin Center; and two brothers, Keith Bilello of New Iberia and Ben Bilello of Thibodaux
- member of Turning Point Baptist Church of Mulberry
Cecilia Mary’Sis’ Prejeant Roddy
- age 87, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Gray, died at 10:50 p.m. Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at St. Bridget Catholic Church; mass Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by her husband, Noah Louis Roddy of Gray; one son, Wayne Roddy and wife, Charlene, of Lafayette; two daughters, Judy Rodriguez and husband, Anthony "Coonie", of Houma, and Dale Schwierzke and husband, Ray, of Friendswood, Texas; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Prejeant and Laura Gautreaux Prejeant; and one brother, Paul Prejeant
- self-employed with Launderease for 23 years and a member of Air Stream Club; parishioner of St. Bridget Catholic Church
Emma Mae Robertson
- age 75, a native of Thibodaux and resident of New Orleans, died Sunday, Dec. 31, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Thibodaux; religious service Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in St. John Baptist Church Cemetery in Napoleonville
- survived by three brothers, Edward Toups Jr. of Long Beach, Calif., Leon "Bonnie" Tyler and Cleveland "Mickey" Judson of Houma
- preceded in death by her parents, Mable Sue Johnson and Aaron Robertson
Allie Josephine Trahan Portier
- age 88, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, died at 12:40 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007
- visitation today and to funeral time Thursday at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Chauvin; mass Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son, Donald J. Portier and wife, Monica, of Bourg; two daughters, Marlene P. Pinell and husband, Ernie, of Montegut, and Geraldine P. LeBoeuf and husband, Larry, of Chauvin; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; and two step-great-great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her husband, Trasimond Portier; her parents, Alexander Trahan and Ozelia Pontiff Trahan; six brothers, Wallace, George, Anatole, Wilson, Avison and Lawrence Trahan; and four sisters, Annie T. Sevin, Odelia T. Toups, Mary T. Price and Amy T. Price
- homemaker, a member of Chauvin Senior Citizens Club and a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church
Amelia Exposito Authement
- age 86, of Chauvin, died at Kingswood Nursing Center in Aberdeen, N.C., Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin; mass Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son, retired Navy Capt. Charles F. Authement and wife, Diane Nagel Authement, of Pinehurst, N.C.; two grandchildren, Cynthia Authement of Shreveport and Joseph Authement of Spring Hill, Fla.; four step-grandchildren, Michael Pyle of Carmel, Ind., Denise Pyle Scorzetti of Spring Hill, Stephen Pyle of Round Hill, Va., and John Pyle of Litotz, Penn.; and 10 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her husband, Armand Authement; her parents, Joseph Exposito and Aurelia Avet Exposito; three brothers, Philip, Edward and Joseph C. Exposito; and two sisters, Eula Exposito Domangue and Leona Exposito Stephan
- retired bookkeeper for Chauvin Brothers and an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, the VFW Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary of Chauvin
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Elsie Mae Buquet Anderson
- age 80, a native of Houma and resident of Atlantic Beach, Fla., died Friday, Jan. 5, 2007
- memorial service was held Monday at Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home in Jacksonville Beach, Fla.
- survived by three sons, Dr. W.F. Anderson of Washington, D.C., Robert Anderson of Atlantic Beach and A. Emmett Anderson II of Jacksonville, Fla.; two daughters, Rene Halverson of Lincoln, Neb., and Robyn Janheski of Michigan; one brother, Johnny Buquet of Beaufort, S.C.; three sisters, Audrey Renes of Orange, Texas, Ethel Fenwick of Bourg and Betty Bergeron of Houma; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild
- preceded in death by her parents, Fred J. Buquet and Lucretia L. Buquet; and one brother, Fred J. Buquet II
- retired registered nurse and was formerly employed with Baptist Memorial Hospital and Vicker’s Landing; an active member of Selva Marina Country Club and Jacksonville School of Bridge
January 11, 2007
Roland Joseph Marquette Sr.
- age 91, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died at 9 a.m. Wednesday Jan. 10, 2007
- visitation today and to funeral time Friday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville; mass Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son, Roland J. Marquette Jr.; two daughters, Susan Boudreaux and Deborah Haskett; one brother, Gerald Marquette; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Davies Marquette; his parents, Clifton Marquette and Susie Rumpf Marquette; and four brothers, Alfred, Preston, Jerome and Clifton Jr.
- worked for Clerk of Court in Assumption Parish for 24 years, was a charter member of the International Association of Clerks, Recorders Election Officials and Treasurers; veteran of World War II European Theater, a member of the American Legion Post No. 88, a member of the VFW Post No. 8655 in Napoleonville and honorary life member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 1099 since 1934; parishioner of St. Anne Catholic Church
Timothy Joseph ‘Timmy’ Levron
- age 61, a native of Bayou Blue and resident of Gray, died at 6:35 p.m. Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation Friday at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel and to funeral time Saturday at St. Louis Catholic Church; mass Saturday at the church, with interment in the church mausoleum
- survived by his wife, Lois Dupre Levron; his mother, Joyce Babin Levron; four daughters, Annette Levron, Kim Lawhorn, Penny Lynne and husband, Gene Trahan Jr., and Rose Clause and husband, Kurt; five brothers, Daniel Paul, Gilbert, Wayne, Milton and Randy Levron; four sisters, Ruby Daigle, Phyllis Ledet, Melinda Levron and Juanita Posseterry; and 13 grandchildren, Brett, Terrence III and Lance Rodrigue, Pfc. Timothy C. Levron, Kimberly Hebert, Shelly and Bibbielyn Lawhorn, Meagan, Monique and Allison Trahan, Shaylee Levron and Chelsea and Janee Clause
- preceded in death by his father, Daniel Joseph Levron; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. David Babin and Mr. and Mrs. Victor Levron; one grandson, Gene Trahan III; two brothers, Terry and Wilson Levron; and one sister, Debra Quick
- crane operator for McDermott for 37 ½ years and was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church; enjoyed fishing and spending time with his children and grandchildren
- Falgout Funeral Home
Hung The Tran
- age 64, a native of Vietnam and resident of Houma, died at 6:10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007
- visitation Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home and to funeral time Saturday at The Most Holy Rosary Mission Church; mass Saturday at the church
- survived by his wife, Ly Thi Cao; one son, Hiep The Tran; three daughters, Diem Pham, Sara Pham and Linda Pham; one brother, Doa Van Tran; and one sister, Ngoan Thi Tran
Camille Joseph ‘Tom’ Rhodes
- age 83, a native of Houma, died Friday, Dec. 29, 2006
- funeral services held at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Texas, with burial at South Park Cemetery in Pearland, Texas
- survived by his wife, Jackie Rhodes; two sons, David Klecka and wife, Leanne, and Richard Klecka and wife, Edie; one sister, Helen Pickering and husband, Don, and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Mabel Rhodes; his first wife, Marian Rhodes; and one sister, Della Lawrence
- served in the U.S. Marine Corp in the Pacific Theater during World War II and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree; retired from Harrison Equipment Co.
Gillis Richard Jr.
- age 64, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 2:05 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, 2006
- memorial service Saturday at the VFW Home on Tiger Drive in Thibodaux
- survived by his wife, Mary Ann Gros Richard; his mother, Louise Naquin Richard; one son, Jason Richard; one daughter, Dawn Richard Oncale; one sister, Mary Lou Richard Boudousquie; and five grandchildren
- preceded in death by his father, Gillis Richard Sr.
- retired chief petty officer of the U.S. Navy and a retired police sergeant with Nicholls State University; lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign War and Fleet Reserve Association
Freddie Anderson Johnson
- age 86, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007
- visitation Friday at Community Funeral Home; funeral service Saturday at Dularge Community Baptist Church, with burial in Union Benevolent Cemetery
- survived by one daughter, Sandra Castle and husband, Dave, of Houma; two brothers, Clarence Scoby and wife, Edith, of New Orleans and Calvin Tolbert of Houma; five sisters, Rosa Dell Adams of Raceland, Lillie Morgan, Evelyn Jones and husband, Edgar, Betty Joseph and husband, Harvey, and Earline Durkins and husband, Alexander, all of Houma; seven grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Lester Johnson and Lulu Tolbert Scoby; one daughter, Gertie R. Scott; three brothers, Earl Scoby, James C. Johnson and Tom Scoby; four sisters, Maggie Richard, Alice Adams, Annie Kemp and Catherine Miller; and his grandparents, Hanson and Leah H. Johnson and Isaac and Lillie Creecy Tolbert
- deacon with Dularge Community Baptist Church and a member of Men Day Association and Union Benevolent Association; foster grandparent at Southdown Elementary School and was a retired street sweeper with Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government
Elmina Mary Suire James
- age 78, a native of Gueydan and resident of Gray, died at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home; services Saturday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- survived by two daughters, Laurel Hebert and husband, John, of Gray, and Cindy Armer and husband, Michael, of Compton, Ark.; three brothers; seven sisters; five grandchildren, Trey Harding, Eric Hebert, Christopher Hebert, Candace Armer and Holly Armer; and one great-grandchild, Ethan Harding
- preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd D. James; her parents, Oneize Suire and Agnes Landry Suire; three brothers; and one sister
- nanny for Dr. Ruthanne Gallagher for 27 years and a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Mathilde Antoinette Moore Howard
- age 92, a native of New Orleans and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007
- visitation Friday and to funeral time Saturday at Landry’s Funeral Home in Thibodaux; mass Saturday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son, Edward G. Howard III and wife, JoAnn B.; four daughters, Antoinette "Toni" Howard Plaisance and husband, Conrad Sr., Patricia Howard Harding, Glenda Howard Bourgeois and husband, Robert Sr., and Margaret Howard Pellegrin and husband, Richard Sr.; one sister, Betty Moore Davidson; 16 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her husband, Edward G. Howard Jr.; her parents, Howell Maxwell Moore Sr. and Mathilde Antoinette Bailey Moore; one son-in-law, Charles Harding; three brothers, Howell Maxwell Moore Jr., John Kenton Moore Sr. and Joseph Lloyd Moore Sr.; and one sister, Beverly Moore Hanisee
- member of the VFW Auxiliary and the American Legion
- Landry’s Funeral Home
January 12, 2007
Charles Caver Sr.
- age 69, a native of Brimingham, Ala., and resident of Newburg, N.Y., died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006
- visitation today at Community Funeral Home; funeral service Saturday at Morning Star Baptist Church, with burial in Combon Cemetery in Dulac
- survived by his wife, Shirley Bolden Carver; one son, Aaron Caver of Hollywood, Calif.; three daughters, Charlene Caver of Washington, D.C., Christine Westley and husband, Thomas, of Kileen, Texas, and Sharon Hutchins of Waldorf, Md.; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and his parents, Hertha Bowden and Clarence Bowden
- preceded in death by his parents, Aaron and Maude Caver; one son, Charles Caver Jr.; three brothers, Howard Caver, Jerome Caver and William Caver; and one sister, Juanita Gilmore
- facilities engineer (craftsman) for the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and a U.S. Air Force veteran
Terrell Donell ‘Big T’ Daggs Sr.
- age 37, a native of Labadieville and resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, Jan. 5, 2007
- funeral services today at St. Phillip Baptist Church in Labadieville, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his mother, Rutha Mae Daggs of Franklin; one son, Terrell Daggs Jr. of Napoleonville; his devoted aunt, Carolyn Daggs Joseph of Thibodaux; one sister, Deidra Daggs and husband, Clark, of Franklin; three brothers, Brianell Daggs Sr. and wife, Jeanette, of Thibodaux, Rubin Daggs Jr. and the Rev. Kerry Daggs Sr. and wife, Eloise, of Venita, Okla.; his godmother, Betty Ruffin of Gibson; 12 aunts; four great-aunts; seven uncles; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by his father, Rubin Daggs Sr.; his paternal grandparents, Stella and Nolan Daggs Sr.; his maternal grandparents, Pauline and Rufus Ruffin; his godfather, Sanford Sims; and three uncles
- enjoyed cooking
- William and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville
Walter Dickerson Sr.
- age 83, a native and resident of Houma, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007
- visitation to funeral time today at Pleasant View Baptist Church; funeral service today at the church, with burial in Woodlawn Ranch Cemetery
- survived by his wife, Listoria Volter Dickerson; nine daughters, Doris D. Maryland, Evelyn Lyons Madison and husband, Leroy, Yoland Dickerson, Junessia Dickerson, Robyn D. Simms and husband, Errol, and Barbara Dickerson of Houma, Velvet Volter of New York, Mary Randolph Jenkins and husband, Cedric of Bayou Blue, and April D. Brown and husband, DeWayne, of Birmingham, Ala.; three sons, William Lyons Sr., Walter Dickerson Jr. and Brian Dickerson, all of Houma; 25 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Paul Dickerson and Emma Going Dickerson; four brothers, Ben, Harry and Marclane Dickerson and Clarence Verrett; five sisters, Bernice D. Dillard, Ruth D. Thomas, Mary D. Netter, Ora Mae D. Hall and Ora McGee; and one grandson, Kenneth Randolph
- U.S. Army veteran
Mabel Perio Franklin
- age 57, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Houston, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at Moses Baptist Church in Thibodaux; religious service Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by her husband, Anthony Franklin of Houston; two sons, Orlando Franklin and N’Gai Franklin of Houston; one daughter, Rashita Franklin of Houston; four sisters, Mary Ann Perio Smith of Raceland, Shirley Perio of San Pablo, Calif., Elizabeth Perio Johnson and Judy Perio Singer of Thibodaux; and four brothers, Joseph C. Perio Jr. of Houma, Edward Perio and Perry Michael Perio of Thibodaux, and Sidney Perio of Baton Rouge
- preceded in death by her parents, Alma and Joseph C. Perio Sr.; two brothers, Elijah Perio and Nolan Perio; and three sisters, Lucretia Perio, Georgiana Perio and Debra Perio-Williams
- Baptist
Joseph S. Gauthier
- age 76, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Jan. 4, 2006
- visitation to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux; mass Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his son, Michael Gauthier; two daughters, Mary Gauthier and Michelle Heinz and husband, Mike; two sisters, Sandra Bacas and Jennie Theresa Alexandry; and three grandchildren, Michael, Nicholas and Emily Heinz
- preceded in death by his parents, Jennie Coco Alexandry and stepfather, Jake Alexandry; and his grandparents, Veronica BonFiglio Coco and Salva Tore "Sam" Coco
- Army veteran of the Korean War
- Landry’s Funeral Home in Thibodaux
Timothy Joseph ‘Timmy’ Levron
- age 61, a native of Bayou Blue and resident of Gray, died at 6:35 p.m. Monday, Jan. 8, 2007
- visitation today at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel and to funeral time Saturday at St. Louis Catholic Church; mass Saturday at the church, with interment in the church mausoleum
- survived by his wife, Lois Dupre Levron; his mother, Joyce Babin Levron; four daughters, Annette Levron, Kim Lawhorn, Penny Lynne and husband, Gene Trahan Jr., and Rose Clause and husband, Kurt; five brothers, Daniel Paul, Gilbert, Wayne, Milton and Randy Levron; four sisters, Ruby Daigle, Phyllis Ledet, Melinda Levron and Juanita Posseterry; and 13 grandchildren, Brett, Terrence II and Lance Rodrigue, Pfc. Timothy C. Levron, Kimberly Hebert, Shelly and Bobbielyn Lawhorn, Meagan, Monique and Allison Trahan, Shaylee Levron and Chelsea and Janee Clause
- preceded in death by his father, Daniel Joseph Levron; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. David Babin and Mr. and Mrs. Victor Levron; one grandson, Gene Trahan III; two brothers, Terry and Wilson Levron; and one sister, Debra Quick
- crane operator for McDermott for 37 ½ years and was a parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church
- Falgout Funeral Home
Leona Theresa Ordogne
- age 77, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007
- memorial service Saturday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Thibodaux, with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery
- survived by one daughter, Leslie Morris; one brother, Raoul V. Ordogne; three sisters, Vivian Lagarde, Verna Holliday and Marin McClelland; one grandchild; and two great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Raoul and Marie Thibodaux Ordogne; one brother, Amos Ordogne; and four sisters, Clemence Durocher, Armance Gros, Corinne Gros and Mabel Kurtz
Sandy Michael ‘Pap’ Toups
- age 49, a native and resident of Gheens, died at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Gheens; mass Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his wife, Patricia Zeringue Toups; one son, Jeremy Loupe; one stepson, Jason Badeaux; two daughters, Nicole Gisclair, Shavon Donaldson; two stepdaughters, Jeniffer Badeaux and Tiffany Badeaux; 10 brothers, Donovan, Cleary, Tommy, Kearney, Dale, Lindel, Dean, Reed, Randy and Lane Toups; four sisters, Dolores Foreman, Brenda Martinez, Connie Matherne and Cathy Durio; and four grandchildren, MaKenzie Gisclair, Brandy Gisclair, Brooke Loupe and Shaye-Lynn Donaldson; and several step-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Bess Dufrene Toups; one brother, Alvin Toups; and three sisters, Lois Walker, Wanda Toups and Shillie Sampey
- president of Vacherie-Gheens Community Center
- Falgout Funeral Home
January 13, 2007
Johnnie T. Bihm
- age 63, a native of Port Barre’ and resident of Dulac, died at 4:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007
- visitation Sunday and to funeral time Monday at New Life Fellowship-Bayou Blue; religious service Monday at the church
- survived by his wife, Ediana Marie; four sons, Christopher, Michael, Adrian and David Bihm; one daughter, Edwina Bihm; three stepdaughters, Shelly V. Domingue, Marchella Verdin and Lesley V. Sanchez; two brothers, Jimmy and Hue Bihm Jr.; one sister, Ermadine Sovie; and 19 grandchildren, Javin, Kyle, Ashley, Kristal, Reba, Erica, Dustin, Holly, Heather and Kiera Bihm, Charles Jr., Austin and Marcia Verdin, Paighton and Kaighen Sanchez, Gabrielle and Skyler Domingue, Shayden and Alayshia Fitch
- preceded in death by his parents, Viola and Hue Bihm; one granddaughter, Angelica Bihm; and one sister, Cathy Breaux
- served in the U.S. Army
- Samart Funeral Home
Joseph S. Gauthier
- age 76, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux; mass Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son, Michael Gauthier; two daughters, Mary Gauthier and Michelle Heinz and husband, Mike; two sisters, Sandra Bacas and Jennie Theresa Alexandry; and three grandchildren, Michael, Nicholas and Emily Heinz
- preceded in death by his parents, Jennie Coco Alexandry and stepfather, Jake Alexandry; and his grandparents, Veronica BonFiglio Coco and Salva Tore "Sam" Coco
- Army veteran of the Korean War
- Landry’s Funeral Home in Thibodaux
Jerry T. Landry
- age 73, a native of Napoleonville and resident of Belle Rose, died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at Landry’s Funeral Home in Thibodaux; religious service Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux
- survived by his wife, Earline Landry; two daughters, Sheila Landry and Sabrena Gaudet; one brother, Norris Landry; one sister, Jeanne Roger; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren
- receded in death by his parents, Phillip and Ida Tardiff; one son, Joseph Landry; two brothers, Laurie and Joseph Landry; and two sisters, Mary Guillot and Mazie Landry
January 14, 2007
no entries posted
January 15, 2007
Eddie Andrew ‘Bubba’ Brunet Jr.
- age 57, a native of Montegut and resident of Houma, died at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007
- religious service today at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- survived by his former wife, Gerry B. Callahan of Houma; one son, Drew Michael Brunet of Houma; two daughters, Dawn Marie Brunet Duehring and husband, Travis, of Madison, Ala., and Cara Michelle Brunet and fiancé, Chad Joseph Credeur, of Houma; five sisters, Edwina B. Schexnayder of Chauvin, Maxine B. Venuto of Utah, Melanie B. Huber of Montegut, Joan B. Domangue of Chauvin and Wanda B. Martin of Bourg; and twin granddaughters
- preceded in death by his parents, Eddie Andrew Brunet Sr. and Louella Guidry Brunet; and his grandparents, John and Edwina Bergeron Brunet and John and Ludovia Lirette Guidry
- salesman for Louis Mohana Furniture
Velma Detillier Ford
- age 88, a native and resident of Mathews, died at 1:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007
- mass today at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church, with burial in Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport
- survived by two sons, Moise Ford Jr. of Mathews and Gerald Ford of Avondale; two daughters, Gloria Dufrene of Avondale and Diane Larousse of Kreamer; one brother, Herbert Dufrene of Metairie; one sister, Dorothy Martin of Peachtree City, Ga.; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and three great-great children
- preceded in death by her husband, Moise Ford Sr.; her parents, Phillip and Leontine Molaison Detillier; her stepfather, Wilfred Dufrene; and one sister, Alverda Dufrene
- parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church.
Mona Martin Fournier
- age 85, a native of Bourg and resident of Raceland, died at 5:50 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland; mass Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by her husband, Elgene Fournier; two daughters, Glenda F. Rogers and Meryl C. Foret; one sister, Aline Durocher; and three grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Erna Domangue Martin; and one sister, Jeanne Fournier
- parishioner of St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church
Anna Ray Pichauffe Giroir
- age 52, a native of Bayou Blue and resident of Houma, died at 12:12 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12, 2007
- visitation Tuesday at Samart Funeral Home; Rosary recited Tuesday at the funeral home
- survived by her husband, Carold Giroir; her parents, Marcelin Pichauffe and Mabel Pichauffe; her mother-in-law, Sally Giroir; three sons, Aaron Giroir and wife, Nikki, Keith Giroir and wife, Justine and Heath Giroir and fiancée, Ashley Credeur; three cousins, Kathleen LeBoeuf and husband, Randy, and their two children, Heather and Mathew LeBoeuf; one sister, Barbara LeBoeuf and husband, Ronald; and two grandchildren, Ian Michael Giroir and Jaitlynn Lee Giroir
- preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Eusebe Rogers and Camillia Rogers; her parental grandparents, Joseph Pichauffe and Eva Pichauffe; and her father-in-law, Clifton Giroir
- Samart Funeral Home
Philip Joseph LeBlanc Sr.
- age 88, a native and resident of Donaldsonville, died at 5:10 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007
- memorial mass Tuesday at St. Jules Catholic Church in Belle Rose, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one son, Philip "Phil" LeBlanc and wife, Phyllis, of Gonzales; two daughters, Evelyn L. Navarre and husband, Earl, of Thibodaux, and Jackie L. Landry and husband, Clyde, of Paincourtville; two sisters, Elise Bello and Denise Pourciau; nine grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild
- preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Landry LeBlanc; his parents, Felix and Lydia Landry LeBlanc; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and three sisters, Annie L. Boudreaux, Cecile L. Lorio and May LeBlanc
Le Don ‘L. D.’ Reynolds
- age 88, a native of Payne Springs, Texas, and resident of Houma, died at 7:55 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at Mulberry Baptist Church; religious service Tuesday at the church, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Cemetery
- survived by one son, Don Barnes Reynolds and wife, Marion Mannings, of Spring, Texas; one daughter, Donna Reynolds Whited and husband, Stan, of Houma; one sister, Editha Cozette Dowing of Seogoville, Texas; four grandchildren, Allison Wahley of Austin, Texas, Ashley Vines of Richardson, Texas, Laren Hartley and Ryan Hartley of Baton Rouge; and seven great-grandchildren, Harrison Whaley, Hudson Whaley, Hayden Whaley, Holden Whaley of Austin, Kate Vines, Molly Vines of Richardson, Texas, and Noah Hartley of Baton Rouge
- preceded in death by his wife, Doris Barnes Reynolds; and his parents, Elmer S. Reynolds and Lennie Thomas Boyette Reynolds
- self-employed drilling consultant of 43 years prior to Shell Oil; member of Mulberry Baptist Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Eunice Domangue Rogers
- age 93, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 6:45 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12, 2007
- mass today at the St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- survived by three sons, Arden "Punkin" Rogers and wife, Becky, of Golden Meadow, Ronnie "Fru" Rogers and companion, Henrietta, of Houma and Dale M. Rogers of New Orleans; one daughter, Paulette Rogers Fournier and husband, Wade Sr., of Houma; one sister, Maudry Dagate of Houma; five grandchildren, Ard Rogers, Cindy McDowell, Monique Landrus, Wade Fournier Jr. and Craig Fournier; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild
- preceded in death by her husband, Noble Rogers; her parents, Enos Domangue and Corine Foret Domangue; one grandchild, Kris Danos; one brother, Paul Domangue; and one daughter-in-law, Gail Thibodaux Rogers
- homemaker and a member of Catholic Daughters, L.E.M., N.A.R.F.E., American Legion Auxiliary, Terrebonne Historical and Cultural Society Inc. and The Young at Heart; volunteer at the Southdown Museum Gift Shop and was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Asilee McKay Smith
- age 58, a native of Gibson and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at Community Funeral Home; funeral service Tuesday at the funeral home, with burial in Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery
- survived by her mother, Naomi P. McKay; two sons, David Darnell Smith and Dial Anthony Smith; two brothers, Charles McKay of Chackbay and Timothy McKay of Gray; and two sisters, Lorraine Daigs and husband, Northern, and Melinda Livas and husband, Donald
- preceded in death by her father, Monroe McKay and her grandparents, Eugene and Clotile McKay and Townsend and Castina Poindexter
- Baptist
January 16, 2007
Johnnie T. Bihm
- age 63, a native of Port Barre’ and resident of Dulac, died at 4:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007
- religious service Monday at New Life Fellowship-Bayou Blue
- survived by his wife, Ediana Marie; four sons, Christopher, Michael, Adrian and David Bihm; one daughter, Edwina Bihm; three stepdaughters, Shelly V. Domingue, Marchella Verdin and Lesley V. Sanchez; two brothers, Jimmy and Hue Bihm Jr.; one sister, Ermadine Sovie; and 19 grandchildren, Javin, Kyle, Ashley, Kristal, Reba, Erica, Dustin, Holly, Heather and Kiera Bihm, Charles Jr., Austin and Marcia Verdin, Paighton and Kaighen Sanchez, Gabrielle and Skyler Domingue, Shayden and Alayshia Fitch
- preceded in death by his parents, Viola and Hue Bihm; one granddaughter, Angelica Bihm; and one sister, Cathy Breaux
- served in the U.S. Navy; loved fishing and spending time with his family and friends
- Samart Funeral Home
Patricia ‘Patty’ Ryan Cenac
- native of Houma and resident of Baton Rouge, died peacefully in her home after a lengthy illness, Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- visitation today at Rabenhorst Funeral Home in Baton Rouge and to funeral time Wednesday at St. Jude’s Roman Catholic Church in Baton Rouge; mass Wednesday at the church
- for 39 years, the wife of P. Louis Cenac Jr., M.D., FAPA; five devoted children, Mrs. Timothy Michael Chauvin (Candace Celeste Cenac, J.D.) of Covington, Mrs. John Francis LeDoux (Adrienne Charlemagne Cenac) of Missouri City, Texas, Alexandré Jean-Claude Cenac, J.D., of Baton Rouge and wife, Monique Angelle Cenac, J.D., Mrs. Matthew Alan Moses (Lisette Gabrielle Cenac) of Natchitoches and Charles Jean-Pierre Cenac, M.B.A., C.I.A., of Palo Alto, Calif. and wife, Kara Vogelpohl Cenac; six grandchildren, Caitlin Celeste Chauvin of Covington, John Philip "Jack" LeDoux, Robert Francis LeDoux, Ryan Elizabeth LeDoux, Georgia Abigail LeDoux of Missouri City and Heloise Angelle Cenac of Baton Rouge; and three brothers, Charles R. Ryan, J.D., of Houma and wife, Katherine O’Neal Ryan, Roland L. Ryan of Baton Rouge and wife, Dawn Culpepper Ryan, and Jerome J. Ryan of Covington and wife, Kathye Adams Ryan
- preceded in death by her parents, Sherman Charles and Elois Busby Ryan; and her grandparents, Robert Nathaniel and Maxie Coney Busby
- Rabenhorst Funeral Home
William C. Fakier
- age 78, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Houma, died at 9 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home; mass Wednesday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- survived by his wife, Nan LeBlanc Fakier of Houma; two sons, Michael C. Fakier and wife, Ellen, and Kurt N. Fakier and wife, Cindy, of Houma; two brothers, Robert "Bobby" Fakier and Richard "Dickie" Fakier of Houma; and three grandchildren, Kacey F. DeRoche, Kayla A. Fakier and Lauren M. Fakier
- preceded in death by his parents, William N. Fakier and Mae Chauvin Fakier; and one brother, Barry Fakier
- retired general salesman with Dick Barker Inc. with 35 years and a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Mathew Paul Falgoust
- age 22, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie; mass Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his father, Francis Paul Falgoust; his mother and stepfather, Linda Becnel and Kenny Peterson; his grandparents, Daisy L. Falgoust and Patrick and Betty Becnel; his brother and stepbrother, Chad Falgoust and Brandon Peterson; and his sister and stepsister, Dawn Falgoust and Brandy Villalta
- preceded in death by his grandfather, Francois P. Falgoust
- a 2003 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and a 2004 graduate of UTI of Houston; employed by All-Star Hyundai
- Landry’s Funeral Home
Robert Lee ‘Trim’ Gasery
- age 58, a native of Houma and resident of Baton Rouge, died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at Desselle Funeral Home in Baton Rouge; services Wednesday at the funeral home, with burial in Port Hudson National Cemetery
- survived by his wife, Lisa S. Gasery; three daughters, Tamika Gasery, Rosiland Gasery and Brandy McCoy; seven sons, Robert Gasery Jr., Ramean Gasery, Rasume’ Gasery, Kenneth Modica, Tarico Smith, Tedrick Gair and Terrance D. Smith; three sisters, Vera Jeff and husband, Willie, Joann Pollard and husband, Joseph, and Estell Rainey; five brothers, Willie, Michael, Richard, Sammuel Falls and Walter Harold; and 10 grandchildren
- preceded in death by his mother, Dorthy Gasery Harold; one sister, Barbara Williams; and his grandparents, Walter and Daisy Gasery
- contractor and U.S. Army veteran
Lloyd Thomas Loftus
- age 89, a native of Plattenville and resident of Houma, died at 12:27 p.m. Monday, Jan. 15, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home; prayer service Wednesday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park Cemetery
- survived by two nieces, Patricia Miller and Tina Hebert; and one nephew, Danny Loftus
- preceded in death by his beloved wife of more than 57 years, Johnnie Louise Davis Loftus; his parents, William Thomas Loftus and Lillie Marie Aucoin Loftus; and one brother, Emmett J. Loftus
- retired tool pusher with Texaco for many years, a member of the Knights of Columbus and loved gardening; parishioner of Annunziata Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Nicholas ‘Nick’ Morvant
- age 26, a native of Vacherie and resident of Chackbay, died Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie; mass Thursday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his mother and stepfather, Marlene Morvant Baye and Luke Baye; his father, Keith "Smitty" Morvant and Darla Dotson; one sister, Jennifer Morvant Lirette and husband, Daniel; his maternal grandparents, Betty and Patrick Becnel; his paternal grandparents, Wallace and Joanne Morvant; his nieces and nephews, Peter, Ragusa III, Izabella Lirette and Piper Lirette; and his godfather, Dennis Morvant
- Landry’s Funeral Home
Le Don ‘L. D.’ Reynolds
- age 88, a native of Payne Springs, Texas, and resident of Houma, died at 7:55 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- funeral services today at Mulberry Baptist Church, with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Cemetery
- survived by one son, Don Reynolds and wife, Marion Manning, of Spring, Texas; one daughter, Donna Reynolds Whited and husband, Stan, of Houma; one sister, Editha Cozette Downing of Seagoville, Texas; one brother, Pat Reynolds of Texas; four grandchildren, Allison Wahley of Austin, Texas, Ashley Vines of Richardson, Texas, Lauren Hartley and Ryan Hartley of Baton Rouge; and seven great-grandchildren, Harrison Whaley, Hudson Whaley, Hayden Whaley, Holden Whaley of Austin, Kate Vines, Molly Vines of Richardson, Texas, and Noah Hartley of Baton Rouge
- preceded in death by his wife, Doris Barnes Reynolds; and his parents, Elmer S. Reynolds and Lennie Thomas Boyette Reynolds
- following employment with Shell Oil Company, became a self-employed petroleum engineer for 43 years; member of Mulberry Baptist Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Melissa Renee Smith
- age 35, a native of Oklahoma and resident of Houma, died Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007
- no services scheduled
- survived by her mother, Wanda Smith of Mena, Ark.; her father, Rodney Smith Sr. of Fairfield, Iowa; two brothers, William Rainey and wife, Sherri, and Rodney Smith Jr., both of Mena; her grandmother, Edna Keller of Fairfield; and her companion, Les Donaldson of Houma
- homemaker, artist and was Baptist
Lorene ‘Dixie’ Tinkes
- age 56, a native of Murfreesboro, Ark., and resident of Gibson, died Friday, Jan. 12, 2007
- visitation today at Latimer Funeral Home in Murfreesboro; funeral service Wednesday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in County Line Cemetery
- survived by one son, Michael Leroy Tinkes and wife, Joella, of Gibson; two daughters, Mary Elizabeth Wheat and husband, Vince, of Gibson and Patsy Ann Sanford of Prescott, Ark.; three brothers, Lloyd Ashley of Mineral Springs, Ark., Calvin Cox and Clarence Cox, both of Little Rock, Ark.; seven sisters, Rita Cason of Nashville, Ark., Laverne Green of Hearst, Texas, Dorthy Cutler, Elaine Wilson, Mildred McRoskey, LaVerne Mitchell and Fran Donaldson, all of Murfreesboro; 11 grandchildren; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by her husband, Edward Leroy; her parents, Ira and Bertha Elisabeth Funderburk Cox; one son, Charles Edward; and one sister, Linda Kay Clark
January 17, 2007
Anna May Baney
- age 80, a native of Houma and resident of Luling, died at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral Home Chapel; services Thursday at the chapel
- survived by her husband, Samuel Edwin Baney; three sons, William Edwin, Douglas Joseph and Wayne Michael Baney; two daughters, Lorraine Clement and Elaine Baney; one sister, Amy Marie Marks; and 14 grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Florestall and Nessie Duplantis Champagne; one brother, Sheldon Champagne; three sisters, Marguerite Dupre, Theresa Chauvin and Rose Buquet; and one grandson, Evan Baney
- awarded the Bishop’s medal in the 90s and was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church
Patricia ‘Patty’ Ryan Cenac
- native of Houma and resident of Baton Rouge, died peacefully in her home after a lengthy illness, Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- funeral services today at St. Jude’s Roman Catholic Church in Baton Rouge
- for 39 years, wife of P. Louis Cenac Jr., M.D., FAPA; five children, Mrs. Timothy Michael Chauvin (Candace Celeste Cenac, J.D.) of Covington, Mrs. John Francis LeDoux (Adrienne Charlemagne Cenac) of Missouri City, Texas, Alexandré Jean-Claude Cenac, J.D., of Baton Rouge and wife, Monique Angelle Cenac, J.D., Mrs. Matthew Alan Moses (Lisette Gabrielle Cenac) of Natchitoches and Charles Jean-Pierre Cenac, M.B.A., C.I.A., of Palo Alto, Calif. and wife, Kara Vogelpohl Cenac; six grandchildren, Caitlin Celeste Chauvin of Covington, John Philip "Jack" LeDoux, Robert Francis LeDoux, Ryan Elizabeth LeDoux, Georgia Abigail LeDoux of Missouri City and Heloise Angelle Cenac of Baton Rouge; and three brothers, Charles R. Ryan, J.D., of Houma and wife, Katherine O’Neal Ryan, Roland L. Ryan of Baton Rouge and wife, Dawn Culpepper Ryan, and Jerome J. Ryan of Covington and wife, Kathye Adams Ryan
- preceded in death by her parents, Sherman Charles and Elois Busby Ryan; and her grandparents, Robert Nathaniel and Maxie Coney Busby
- Rabenhorst Funeral Home
Moses Johnson
- age 65, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Friday, Jan. 12, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at Third Zion Baptist Church in Raceland; religious service Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his former wife, Leotha Johnson of Thibodaux; one son, Mark Johnson of Raceland; two daughters, Vanessa Lumar of St. James and Sarah Johnson of Vacherie; one brother, Robert Johnson of Thibodaux; one stepbrother, Larry Fletcher of Thibodaux; five sisters, Shirley Johnson, Ruth L. Watkins and husband, the Rev. Ernest Watkins, Judy Johnson of Thibodaux, Cora Dumas and husband, Solomon, and Celestine Bathley and husband, Ray, of Baton Rouge; two stepsisters, Mary Fletcher and Regina Mitchell of Thibodaux; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild
- preceded in death by his parents, Taylor and Vienta Johnson; one daughter, Janis Carr; one son, Moses Frederick Johnson; one sister, Mary Lee Johnson; two brothers, Clarence Johnson and Albert Lee Johnson; and his grandparents, Willie and Mariah Davis, Bertha Triggs and Elijah Johnson
- Baptist
Dave Ogle III
- age 50, a native of Columbia, Tenn., a former resident of Houma and a resident of Canute, Okla., died Monday, Jan. 15, 2007
- funeral services today at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Oklahoma, with burial in St. Francis Cemetery
- survived by his wife, Peggy, of Canute; one son, William Ogle of Canute; one daughter, Stephanie Adams and husband, Shawn, of Foss, Okla.; his mother, Yvonne Ogle of Brookhaven, Miss.; his mother-in-law, Gelene Schreck of Canute; two sisters, Debbie Porche of Blountville, Tenn., and Patty Ogle of Pulaski, Tenn.; one brother, Donald Ogle of Nashville, Tenn.; and three grandchildren
- preceded in death by his father, Dave Ogle II
- worked in the oilfield and was a mechanic at L & R Tire for a number of years before owning and operating Dave’s Diesel
Herbert ‘Herb’ Shows
- age 78, a native of El Dorado, Ark., and resident of Larose, died at 5:20 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Thursday at Community Bible Church in Cut Off; religious service Thursday at the church, with burial in Our Lady of the Rosary Cemetery in Larose
- survived by his companion, Elphie Savoie; two sons, David Shows and companion, David Williams, and John Milton Shows and wife, Paula; one sister, Louise Britt; four grandchildren, Stephen Shows and wife, Ashley, Amy Shows, Ian Shows and Mia Shows; and one great-granddaughter, Raven Shows
- preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Virginia H. Shows; his parents, Hermie and Ilene Shows; and one brother, James C. Shows
- retired marketing manager of Latelco and a U.S. Korean War Army veteran; member of the La. Chapter of Independent Telephone Association, past president and board member of experimental Aircraft Association, past president of Lower Lafourche Airport, original member of Big Band Dance Band "Debonnaires", past volunteer of Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s search and rescue, a member of Community Bible Church Choir and Band and a member of the Lafourche Parish Community Band; enjoyed playing music, flying, tinkering with his computer and sending e-mails; member of Community Bible Church
- Samart-Mothe Funeral Home
Mollie Verret Verdin
- age 40, a native and resident of Dulac, died at 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007
- visitation today and to funeral time Thursday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma; religious service Thursday at the funeral home, with burial in Rogers Cemetery
- survived by her husband, Calvin "MeMe" Verdin Sr.; her parents, Paul T. and Berline Francis Verret; one son, Calvin "C.J." Verdin Jr.; two daughters, Celina E. and Cornelius H. Verdin; two brothers, Nollie Sr. and Billy Joe Verret; and three sisters, Mattie and Bobbie Jo Verret and Betty Jo Picou
January 18, 2007
Arnold Belanger
- age 67, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- survived by his wife, Jullie Malbrough Belanger; six daughters, Eleonor Remont, Holly Champagne, Sandra Belanger, Lori St. Amant, Connie Soudelier and Julie Schultz; two brothers, Myron "M.C." Belanger Jr. and Daniel Belanger Sr.; one sister, Joan Danos; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Myron Sr. and Jeanne Cadiere Belanger; and one sister, Marion Belanger
AliceMae Gaudet Bergeron
- age 86, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 11:25 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Friday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Raceland; mass Friday at St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by four sons, Tommy, Curtis, Michael and Charles "Chuck" Bergeron; two daughters, Evelyn Bergeron and Susan B. Senette; one sister, Isabella Baudoin; 21 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild
- preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. Bergeron; her parents, Franklin and Ida Robichaux Gaudet; two sons, Kenneth and Joseph A. Bergeron Jr.; one brother, Samuel Gaudet; and five sisters, Jeanne Mitchell, Velma Gaudet, Bernice Scott, Marguerite Breaux and Beatrice Robichaux
- parishioner of St. Mary’s Nativity Catholic Church
Fred O. Dugas
- age 90, a resident of Thibodaux, died Monday, Jan. 15, 2007
- no services scheduled; donated his body to LSU Medical Center
- survived by two sisters, Margaret "Muggs" D. Long and Emerite D. Badeaux; one brother, Francis Dugas; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by his parents, Louise D. and Ulysse Dugas; one sister, Gertrude D. Plaisance; and three brothers, Col. Meade J. Dugas, Irby L. Dugas and Dr. L.J. Dugas
- served 12 years in the U.S. Navy and was stationed in Pearl Harbor during the Japanese attack
Maudine ‘Jo’ Gathings Knight
- age 72, a native of New Castle, Texas, and resident of Thibodaux, died at 2:50 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- no services scheduled
- survived by two sons, Terry Horn and Kerry Knight and wife, Elaine; one daughter, Starla "Honey" Stuckey and companion, James Mire; two brothers, Bennie Gathings of Abilene, Texas, and J.O. Gathings of Hurst, Texas; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her parents, Willie Gathings and Pearlene Oliphant; two sons, Billy Cox and Gary Horn; one brother, Charles Gathings; and one sister, Martha Elliott
Kenneth Joseph Melancon
- native of Gray and resident of Houma, died peacefully in his home, Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- visitation Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home and to funeral time Saturday at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church in Houma; mass Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Bridget Church Cemetery in Schriever
- survived by his wife, Betty Duet Melancon of Houma; two daughters, Hope Scott and husband, Terry, of Gray and Melissa Bascle and husband, Matt, of Houma; three stepdaughters, Sharon Theriot and husband, Walt, of White Hall, Ark., Lynn Bonvillain of Lafayette and Beth Rowland and husband, Todd, of Austin, Texas; his mother, Bessie Prejeant Melancon of Gray; one brother, Phil Melancon and wife, Catherine, of Thomasville, Ga.; two sisters, Betty Bennett and husband, George, of Pensacola, Fla., and Emily Daye and husband, Jere’, of Houma; five grandchildren, Ashleigh and Darren Scott, Connor and Nicholas Bascle and Sarah Louise Marble; and six step-grandchildren, Sarah Beth and Kathryn Theriot, Annelise Bonvillain, Madison, Evan and Caroline Rowland
- preceded in death by his father, George Melancon; and one son, John Melancon
- served in the U.S. Air Force and was a retired field foreman with Amoco Production Co.; enjoyed golfing and woodworking and loved spending time with his family and friends; parishioner of Maria Immacolata Catholic Church and a member of its Knights of Columbus Council
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Anthony Bernard Mosely
- age 27 days, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007
- graveside service Friday at Union Benevolent Cemetery
- survived by his parents, Charlene Marie Mosely and Anthony Bernard Oubre; and his grandparents, Noel Williams Sr. and Mary Williams
Marguerite Landry St. Germain
- age 74, a native of Labadieville and resident of Napoleonville, died of heart failure at 3:24 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007
- visitation Friday and to funeral time Saturday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville; mass Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by her husband, Homer St. Germain; one son, Anthony J. St. Germain and wife, Jane "Coco" St. Germain; one daughter, Paula S. Saucier; and six grandchildren, Barrette Mabile, Ricky and Conrad Saucier, Mathew Taylor Mears, John Paul St. Germain and Mark Anthony St. Germain
- preceded in death by her parents, Wilbert and Vivian Blanchard Landry
- member of the Third Order of Mary, a choir member and a religion education teacher at St. Anne Catholic Church
- Landry’s Funeral Home
Beatrice ‘Bea’ Crochet Trahan
- age 88, a native of Montegut and resident of Houma, died at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church; mass Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by two sons, Davis Trahan Jr. of Montegut and Darryl Guidry of Chauvin; one daughter, Merrill G. Lajaunie of Houma; two brothers, Junius Crochet and Ernest Crochet of Montegut; two sisters, Rosie Bourg of Montegut and Girdie Johnson of Houma; seven grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her first husband, Harris Guidry; her second husband, Davis Trahan Sr.; her parents, James Crochet and Alexina Price Crochet; one grandson, Harris Guidry; four brothers, Henry, Wilcliff, Walter and Paul Crochet; and two sisters, Shirley Smith and Josephine Bourg
- homemaker and a member of the Ladies Altar Society and Catholic Daughters; parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church
James Zannis
- age 79, a resident of Homewood, Ala., died Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006
- funeral services were held in Alabama
- survived by his wife, Margaret Zannis; one son, Peter James Victor Zannis; three daughters, Margaret Gayle Yester, Tena Maria Payne and Chris Ann Wingo; two brothers, Richard Zannis and George Zannis; one sister, Dr. Marie Zannis; 10 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his parents, Pete George Zannis and Rena Zannis; and one brother, Johnny Zannis
- served in the Merchant Marines and was a retired teamster; member of Bluff Park UMC and was an active member of Zamora Shrine, Hillbilly Unit, North Birmingham Masonic Lodge and Ruth Chapter No. 3 Eastern Star
January 19, 2007
Carroll ‘Caro’ Benoit
- age 71, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- visitation Saturday at Thibodaux Funeral Home Parlor; memorial service Saturday at the funeral home parlor
- survived by his wife, Katherine Benoit; two daughters, Daphne Benoit and husband, Kevin, and Sherry Rodrigue and husband, Greg; two sisters, Diana Toms Bergeron and Juanita Prevost; and two grandchildren, Stefan Benoit and Kelci Benoit
- preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Benoit and Elvine Duet Benoit; one brother, Calvin Benoit; and one sister, Theresa Benoit
- U.S. Navy veteran
- Thibodaux Funeral Home
James ‘Junie Boy’ Buggage Jr.
- age 59, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houston, died in Magnolia, Miss., Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at St. Benedict The Moor Catholic Church in Bertrandville; mass Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his wife, Sandra Knockum Buggage of Houston; two sons, Renaldo Buggage and wife, Kawana, and Terell Buggage of Houston; two daughters, Ingrid King and husband, Kevin, of Harvey and Raven Buggage of LaPlace; his mother, Willie Mae Fontenberry of Magnolia, Miss; one sister, Joyce Martin of McComb; two brothers, Larry Buggage of Magnolia and Genarald Buggage and wife, Dorothy, of New Orleans; 13 grandchildren; and numerous relatives
- preceded in death by his father, James Buggage Sr.
- U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War
- Williams and Southall Funeral Home
Louis Joseph DuBois
- age 76, a native and resident of Houma, died at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- visitation today and to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home; Liturgy of the Word Saturday at the funeral home chapel, with burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery
- survived by two sons, Robert "Peanut" DuBois and wife, Debra, of Sulphur and Buddy Chambliss and wife, Diana, of Powder Springs, Ga.; one daughter, Roxanne DuBois Mayer and husband, Mark, of Houma; two brothers, Paul DuBois and Leroy DuBois of Houma; one sister, Theresa Authement of Chauvin; eight grandchildren, Brandon DuBois, Rande’ DuBois, Roy Finley, Shanon Schevers, Shane Chambliss, Russell Caldwell, Kristen Caldwell and Daniel Mayer; and one great-grandchild, Stephanie Chambliss
- preceded in death by his parents, Adam DuBois and Emelia Trahan DuBois; one brother, Davis DuBois; and four sisters, Marie Labit Breaux, Marceline Bergeron, Elda Falgout and Aline Duplantis
- retired utility man with Columbia Gulf Transmission of 42 years and was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War; enjoyed boiling seafood, barbecuing, socializing with his friends and spending time with his family
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Lou Birda Lovely Griffin Jackson
- age 61, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Chauvin, died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007
- visitation today at Community Funeral Home; funeral service Saturday at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Chauvin, with burial in Southdown Cemetery
- survived by her husband, Hebert Jackson; four sons, Wendell Griffin Sr., Henry Griffin, Isaac Giffin Jr. and Lentrell Griffin; six daughters, Cheryl Lewis, Mary Calloway, Lisa Griffin, Vernell Johnson, Margaret Griffin and JoAnn Ricks; three brothers, Clarence Lovely Jr., Michael Lovely and Willie Lovely; two sisters, Doretha Andrews and Joyce LaGarde; 58 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by her first husband, Isaac Griffin Sr.; her parents, Clarence Lovely Sr. and Hallet W. Lovely; one grandson, Wendell Griffin Jr.; two brothers, Henry Lovely and L.J. Lovely; and her grandparents, Walter and Henryetta Cooks, Willie Lovely and Lori Bearden
- served as an usher
Earlma Eva Price Lawson
- age 68, a native of Darrow and resident of Marrero, died at her residence, Friday, Jan. 12, 2007
- visitation today at Heavenly Star Baptist Church in Marrero; wake service today at the church; funeral service Saturday at the church, with burial in Providence Memorial Park in Kenner
- survived by four sons, James Lawson of San Bernadino, Calif., Reginald Sr. and wife, Elizabeth, Cornell and Ernest Lawson, all of Marrero; six daughters, Annie Hughes of San Bernadino, Antoinette Williams, Giesele Ceasar and husband, Gabriel, Helene Richardson, and Renell and Daphne Lawson, all of Marrero; three brothers, Louis Price Sr., James Price Jr. and Robert Price; one sister, Jermaine Price; two uncles, Isadore Riley and Arthur Johnson; four aunts, Cora Lee Johnson, Estelle Jones, Susan and Betty Riley; three godchildren; 31 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
- preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Lawson; her parents, James and Isabella Price; one son, Jerome Lawson; and one son-in-law, Edward Williams
- retired school-bus driver for Jefferson Parish School System
- Williams and Southall Funeral Home
Jarret ‘Heavy’ Lee
- age 33, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died in Lafayette, Friday, Jan. 12, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Saturday at Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in Thibodaux; services Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his parents, Dianne Lee of Thibodaux and Charles Carter of Houma; two sons, Damond and Tyree; four daughters, Jarday, Jada, Makayka and Dashara; six brothers, Courtney Poche, Jardney Bell, Lawrence Robertson, Corey Owens, Charles, Dustin and Trylan Carter; his paternal grandmother, Bernadine Carter of Houma; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
- preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Dorothy Owens; his paternal grandfather, Charles Carter Sr.; and one sister-in-law, Kayla Poche
- William and Southall Funeral Home
Kenneth Joseph Melancon
- native of Gray and resident of Houma, died peacefully in his home, Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- visitation today at Chauvin Funeral Home and to funeral time Saturday at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church in Houma; mass Saturday at the church, with burial in St. Bridget Church Cemetery in Schriever
- survived by his wife, Betty Duet Melancon of Houma; two daughters, Hope Scott and husband, Terry, of Gray and Melissa Bascle and husband, Matt, of Houma; three stepdaughters, Sharon Theriot and husband, Walt, of White Hall, Ark., Lynn Bonvillain of Lafayette and Beth Rowland and husband, Todd, of Austin, Texas; his mother, Bessie Prejeant Melancon of Gray; one brother, Phil Melancon and wife, Catherine, of Thomasville, Ga.; two sisters, Betty Bennett and husband, George, of Pensacola, Fla., and Emily Daye and husband, Jeré, of Houma; five grandchildren, Ashleigh and Darren Scott, Connor and Nicholas Bascle and Sarah Louise Marble; and six step-grandchildren, Sarah Beth and Kathryn Theriot, Annelise Bonvillain, Madison, Evan and Caroline Rowland
- preceded in death by his father, George Melancon; and one son, John Melancon
- served in the U.S. Air Force and was a retired field foreman with Amoco Production Co.
- enjoyed golfing and woodworking and was a very loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, who loved spending time with his family and friends
- parishioner of Maria Immacolata Catholic Church and a member of its Knights of Columbus Council
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Marguerite Landry St. Germain
- age 74, a native of Labadieville and resident of Napoleonville, died of heart failure at 3:24 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007
- visitation today and to funeral time Saturday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville; mass Saturday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by her husband, Homer St. Germain; one son, Anthony J. St. Germain and wife, Jane "Coco" St. Germain; one daughter, Paula S. Saucier; and six grandchildren, Barrette Mabile, Ricky and Conrad Saucier, Mathew Taylor Mears, John Paul St. Germain and Mark Anthony St. Germain
- preceded in death by her parents, Wilbert and Vivian Blanchard Landry
- member of the Third Order of Mary, a choir member and a religion education teacher at St. Anne Catholic Church
- Landry’s Funeral Home
Louis ‘Kool Aid’ Williams Sr.
- age 81, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- visitation today and to funeral time Saturday at Howard Third Zion Travelers Baptist Church in Dularge; religious service Saturday at the church, with burial in Halfway Cemetery in Gray
- survived by five daughters, Sarah Williams, Stacey Williams, Judy Williams, Juliette Williams and Nadein Williams, all of Houma; three sons, Louis Williams Jr. and Marcus Williams of Houma and Michael Williams and wife, Betty, of Raceland; one sister, Sarah Coleman of Houma; 21 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren
- preceded in death by his wife, Rachel Williams; his parents, Calvin and Mary Salisbury Williams; one sister, Ollie Hawkins; and five brothers, Alvin, Calvin, Jessie, Earl and Willie Williams
- member of Howard Third Zion Travelers Baptist Church
Alma Zbinden Zimmerman
- age 93, a native of New Orleans and resident of Thibodaux for 60 years, died at Thibodaux Regional Hospital, Friday, Jan. 12, 2007
- visitation Sunday at Landry’s Funeral Home; services Monday at First Presbyterian Church in Thibodaux, with burial Monday at St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 in New Orleans
- survived by two daughters, Judy Thorne and husband, Mike Musick, of Reston, Va., and Jane Jackson and husband, Bill, of Oxford, Ohio; two grandsons, Tim and Chris Jackson; one niece, Paula Jameson of Arlington, Va.; one nephew, Rick Jameson and wife, Mary, of Houma; and her husband’s cousin, Audrey Reich of New Orleans
- preceded in death by her husband of more than 50 years, Guz Zimmerman, former secretary-treasurer of the Lafourche Parish Police Jury; began teaching kindergarten at age 18 at the Gentilly Terrace School, after completing a normal school curriculum; subsequently received her degree in education from Tulane’s University College; returned to teaching, substituting initially at Schriever School, after the birth of her daughters; most of her career was spent in the Thibodaux public-school system, teaching history and math at the upper elementary and junior high level; active in various teachers groups, including ADK and received a master’s in education from Nicholls State University
- met her husband at a Lutheran church camp and was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Thibodaux for 60 years where she taught Sunday school, participated in Women of the Church and served on the board of elders; also active in ecumenical affairs including World Day of Prayer
- teacher and churchwoman and was active in a host of other social groups, serving as a Girl Scout leader in the 1950s, a hospital volunteer during her retirement and a charter member of TaWaSi, where for a number of years she was treasurer of their annual antiques show
- Landry’s Funeral Home
January 19, 2007
Tommy Hugh Allen
- age 79, a resident of Broussard, died peacefully at his home at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
- visitation to funeral time today at David Funeral Home Chapel in Lafayette; services today at the funeral home, with interment at a later date
- survived by his loving and devoted wife of 60 years, Patricia Ann Brice Allen, of Broussard; three sons, Tommy R. Allen and wife, Gaynell, William "Bill" Allen and wife, Melody Anne, and Bobby Don Allen and Judith Ann Allen, all of Lafayette; eight grandchildren, Kendall R. Allen, Kyle M. Allen, Kreig M. Allen, Lauren E. Allen, Stacey R. Allen, Billy Ray Allen, Jordan A. Allen and MaLann Allen; and 10 great-grandchildren, Ricky Allen, Ryan Allen, Ross Allen, Jenna Allen, Joel Allen, Kody Allen, Kole Allen, Ashely Allen, Amanda Allen and Kami Allen, all of the Lafayette/Broussard/Youngville area
- preceded in death by his parents, and one great-granddaughter, Julia Marie Allen
- spent his entire life in the oilfield sales; member of the First Baptist Church of Broussard and devoted his time to numerous organizations over the years
- David Funeral Home
Jarrett ‘Heavy’ Lee
- age 33, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died in Lafayette, Friday, Jan. 12, 2007
- visitation to funeral time today at Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in Thibodaux; services today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by his parents, Dianne Lee of Thibodaux and Charles Carter of Houma; his stepfather, Howard Bell; two sons, Damond and Tyree; four daughters, Jarday, Jada, Makayka and Dashara; five brothers, Courtney Poche, Jardney Bell, Lawrence Robertson, Corey Owens and Charles Dustin; one sister, Trylan Carter; one sister-in-law, Kayla Poche; his paternal grandmother, Bernadine Carter of Houma; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
- preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Dorothy Owens; and his paternal grandfather, Charles Carter Sr.
- William and Southall Funeral Home
Anna Lee Kraemer Nicholas
- age 67, a native and resident of Kraemer, died Thursday, Jan. 18, 2007
- visitation Sunday and to funeral time Monday at St. Lawrence the Martyr Catholic Church in Kraemer; mass Monday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by her husband, Eric Nicholas; one son, Eric "T-Nick" Nicholas Jr. and wife, Debra Samanie Nicholas; two daughters, Donna Nicholas Brock and Rhonda Nicholas Clement; four brothers, Henry Kraemer Jr., Stanley Kraemer, Faron Kraemer and Lynn Kraemer; four sisters, Erna Mae Folse, Susie Demptster, May Lou Cortez and Loritta Callais; five grandchildren, Kris Nicholas, Danny Nicholas, Shan Brock, Heather Brock Colwart and Janie Clement; five great-grandchildren, Carolyn Nicholas, Logan Nicholas, Laney Adams, Cameron Colwart and Courtney Brock; and her godchild, Jerry Cortez
- preceded in death by her parents, Henry Kraemer Sr. and Anise Rome Kraemer; one son, Danny Joseph Nicholas; one brother, Loris Kraemer; and two sisters, Delores Cortez and Marilyn Ockmond
- Thibodaux Funeral Home
January 21, 2007
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January 22, 2007
Jackie Marie Armand
- age 40, a native of Pineville and resident of Baton Rouge, died at 2:10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19, 2007
- mass today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow, with interment in the church mausoleum
- survived by her parents, Theresa Ann Descant Armand and Billy Anthony Armand; her grandmother, Cecile Prevot; five brothers, Anthony, Steve, Kim, Kenneth and Ray Armand; and two sisters, Cynthia A. Lanasse and Monique Armand
- preceded in death by her grandparents, Onedia Bordelon Descant, Esnard Descant and Ogden Armand; one daughter, Jackie John Chennilairo; and a sister, Anita Armand
John J. ‘Johnny’ Boudreaux Sr.
- age 57, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano, died at 8:42 p.m. Monday, Jan. 15, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church; mass Tuesday at the church, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery
- survived by his wife, Dorothy "Dot" H. Boudreaux; one son, John J. Boudreaux and wife, Angela Boudreaux; one sister, Eve B. Orgeron; two daughters, Charlotte Terrebonne and husband, Byron Terrebonne, and Jessica Dardar and husband, Rusty Dardar; four grandchildren, Cody Boudreaux, Tierney Dardar, Nathan Boudreaux and Bailey Terrebonne; three step-grandchildren, Andrea Guidry, Joan Brunet and Rusty Dardar; and three step-great-grandchildren, Courtney Guidry, Kylee Guidry and Jessie Guidry
- preceded in death by his parents, Adam Joseph and Trina Callais Boudreaux; one brother, Jimmy Boudreaux; and two sisters, Joann Boudreaux and Jennifer Boudreaux
- worked for Crosby Tugs and was an avid movie watcher; parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church
- Samart-Mothe Funeral Home
Paul K. Cazenave
- age 68, a native of Lutcher and resident of Napoleonville, died Sunday, Jan. 21, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at Community Worship Center in Plattenville; religious service Tuesday at the church, with burial in Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Napoleonville
- survived by his wife, Myrtice Aucoin Cazenave; four sons, Kenneth Cazenave of Martin, Tenn., Mike Cazenave of Rainbow City, Ala., Scott Cazenave of Plattenville and Jason Cazenave of Labadieville; six daughters, Liz Mrak of Iota, Robin Cazenave of Flintstone, Ga., Tammy Williams of Napoleonville, Sandra Poe of Erath, Debbie Martinolich of Thibodaux and Cindi Clement of Brookhaven, Miss.; one sister, Earline Landry; 18 grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild
- preceded in death by his parents, Adlai Cazenave and Luce Chenier Cazenave; and two sisters, Geraldine Amadee and Barbara Kleibert
- Landry’s Funeral Home
Ledie Gisclair Eymard
- age 88, a native and resident of Galliano, died at 12:50 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19, 2007
- mass today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, with interment in the church mausoleum
- survived by one son, Raleigh Eymard; one daughter, Linda Cheramie; one brother, Ivan Gisclair; three sisters, Marcia Davis, Sarah Eymard and Patty Callais; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren
- preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Cobin" Eymard; her parents, Alidor Gisclair Jr. and Alice Lasseigne Gisclair; two brothers, Hansel Gisclair and Cliff Duet; one sister, Ursula Collins; and one granddaughter
- parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church; member of the Ladies of LaSallette Altar Society, and a Eucharistic minister
Beverly Wean Landry
- age 70, a native of Columbus, Ohio, and resident of Houma, died at 6:50 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19, 2007
- visitation today and to funeral time Tuesday at Coteau Baptist Church; services Tuesday at the church, with burial in Garden of Memories in Gray
- survived by three sons, Ted A. Landry II, Shawn Landry and wife, Darcus, and Jody Landry and wife, Stephanie; two daughters, Rebecca L. Marcel and Christina L. Landry; four grandchildren, Amiee Marcel, Spencer Savoy, Emma and Caleb Landry; two brothers, Ronald Wean and Charles Jenny; one sister, Marlene J. Stowe; and numerous nieces and nephews and family and friends
- preceded in death by her former husband, Ted A. Landry Sr., her parents, Roy F. Wean and Marian Grenbach Jenny; and her stepfather, Carl Jenny
- parishioner of Coteau Baptist Church; fundraiser for the American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association; coordinator for the election polls; teacher for five years, and an Avon representative for 35 years
- Samart Funeral Home of Houma, L.L.C.
Timothy Andrew ‘Tim’ Rauch
- age 52, a native of New Orleans and resident of Houma, died peacefully in his home after a lengthy illness, at 7:15 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007
- visitation Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home and to funeral time Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church; mass Wednesday at the church, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2
- husband of Margaret Shadow Rauch; and is survived by his mother, Nellie Munson Rauch of Houma; one son, Nicklaus Rauch of Atlanta; two daughters, Heidi Rauch of Atlanta and Shannon Lovell of New Orleans; three brothers, Bernard Rauch of San Antonio, Michael Rauch of Houston and Jaime Rauch of Houma; one grandchild, Aria Rauch; and his close friend, Art Magee of Houma
- preceded in death by his father, Bernard T. Rauch Sr.; one brother, Randy Rauch; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Glendy J. Munson and Mr. and Mrs. John B. Rauch
- vice president of purchasing for Offshore Specialties; avid fisherman; parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church
- Chauvin Funeral Home
Marie E. Toups
- age 102, a native and resident of Lockport, died at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007
- visitation to funeral time Tuesday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport; mass Tuesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery
- survived by one niece, Mary Alice Van Sickle; three nephews, Francis M. Toups, Emile J. Toups and Larry E. Toups; and many great-nieces and great-nephews
- preceded in death by her parents, Edgar T. and Alice Barrilleaux Toups; two brothers, Edgar J. Toups and Emile F. Toups; one sister, Ida T. Foret; one niece, Patricia F. DeGravelles; and one nephew, George "Buddy" Toups
- spent her entire life in Lafourche Parish involved in the education system of Lafourche schools for 19 years as a teacher, 22 years as principal of District No. 7 and one year as principal of Holy Sa