Betty Ann Fontenot

Betty Ann Blanchard Fontenot, age 82, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at her residence in Opelousas, Louisiana. Betty was born on November 7, 1942, in Church Point, Louisiana and lived a life rich with love, laughter, and community. 

A Mass of Christian Burial for Betty Fontenot will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Opelousas, Louisiana. The Very Reverend Monsignor Keith J. DeRouen will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal and burial will be held at Bellevue Memorial Park.

Visitation will begin on Sunday, January 5, 2025, in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas beginning at 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 p.m. Sunday evening and the funeral home will reopen on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. 

Pallbearers will be Mark Credeur, Seth Guillory, Gavin Guillory, Andrus Fontenot, Jr., Dylan Fontenot, Brandon Guillory, Tony Fontenot and Kaleb Breaux. Honorary pallbearers will be: Austin Frazier and Preston Breaux.

Betty cherished family above all and is survived by her sons, Doyle Fontenot and his wife, Debbie; Euney Fontenot and his wife, Krista; and Andy Fontenot and his wife, Debbie. Her daughters, Claudella Credeur and her husband, Kent, and Darlene Fontenot, were a source of pride and joy in her life. She is also survived by her sister, Brenda Smith and her brother, Herbert Blanchard and his wife, Linda; her brother-in-law, Benny Fontenot; and her sister-in-law, Sandra Fontenot and her husband, Brent. She is also survived by thirteen cherished grandchildren—Krystal, Katie, Haley, Brittney, Brandon, Savanah, Tanya, Mark, Seth, Gavin, Andrus, Jr., Dylan, and Brooklyn and her eleven great-grandchildren, Olivia, Kaleb, Evelyn, Preston, Abby, Amelia, Kate, Addison, Austin, Adalynn, and Autumn and “Baby Guillory” on the way.

Betty had a vibrant personality that shone through in her numerous interests. She took great pleasure in crocheting and sewing, creating beautiful projects that will forever be treasured by her family. Her adventurous spirit led her to traveling and exploring new places. She also loved dancing and listening to French Cajun music, which filled her heart with joy.

Her life was cherished with memories from her involvement in the "Cruisin' Cajuns" motorhome club, where she formed friendships and shared countless adventures. Those who knew her will remember her not just as a devoted family member but someone whose spirit will be forever remembered.

Betty joins her late husband, Fenrick Fontenot, as well as her parents, Avie and Lena Blanchard, her sister, Audrey Williams, and her brother, Andrus Blanchard, and her sister-in-law, Glenda Fontenot in eternal rest. Though her physical presence will be missed, her love and the lessons she imparted will continue to resonate deeply with her family and friends.

We celebrate a life beautifully lived—a life of love, creativity, and unwavering family devotion. Her memory will be held close in our hearts, illuminated by the love she shared so abundantly with all.

Family and friends are invited to sign and view the online guestbook at www.lafondardoin.com. 

Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, 2845 South Union Street, Opelousas, LA 70570, (337) 942-2638, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.