Obituaries
Jeanette Kennison Guillory
Aug 15, 2023
Jeanette Kennison Guillory, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2023, at the Tri-Community Nursing Home in Palmetto, LA. Jeanette was born on December 31, 1933, in Opelousas, LA, to Pavie and Birdie Devillier Kennison.Throughout her life, Jeanette found great joy in expressing her creativity through sewing and quilting. Her nimble fingers worked wonders as she...
Howard Joseph Guidry
Aug 10, 2023
Howard Joseph Guidry, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on August 10, 2023, surrounded by his loving family in Port Barre, Louisiana. He was born on August 24, 1929, in Hazelwood, Louisiana.Howard served as an army veteran and was proud of his military service. He fought in the Korean War and received a purple heart. After his...
Carole Viviano
Aug 7, 2023
To honor Carole's life and share cherished memories, a Memorial Gathering will take place on Thursday, August 10, 2023, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am at the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, LA 70570. A Rosary will be recited at 10:00 am led by Mrs. Cecille Dupre. A Memorial Chapel Service will be held at...
Kitty Kartchner Barker
Aug 2, 2023
Kitty Kartchner Barker, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 2, 2023, at Opelousas General Hospital. She was born on March 28, 1954, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to the late Claude and Olita Kartchner.Kitty was an extraordinary woman with a big heart and a zest for life. She will always be remembered for her countless adventures with...
Bess Myers Landry
Jul 30, 2023
Bess Landry passed away on July 30, 2023, peacefully at her home in Washington, LA, surrounded by her children.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 4, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, LA. A Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. in the funeral home by...
James "Grady" Lacassin
Jul 24, 2023
Krotz Springs, Louisiana - James "Grady" Lacassin, a gentle soul whom everyone loved, passed away on July 24, 2023, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was born on July 28, 1959, in Opelousas, Louisiana.Grady was a beloved member of the community and leaves behind a legacy of kindness and generosity. He was known for his warm smile, gentle demeanor, and unwavering...
Earline B Guillory
Jul 21, 2023
Earline B Guillory, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2023, at Senior Village Nursing Home in Opelousas. Earline was a remarkable woman whose life was filled with love and joy. She had an infectious laugh that could brighten anyone's day and a kind heart that touched the lives of those around her. One...
John Phillip Burleigh
Jul 18, 2023
John Phillip Burleigh, known to many as "Phil," passed away on July 18, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, compassion, and love. Born on April 23, 1957, in Church Point, Louisiana, Phil was the beloved son of John Benjamin Burleigh and Velma Olivier Burleigh.Over the course of his life, Phil dedicated himself to a career at CLM Equipment...
Lena Mae Fontenot Dupre
Jul 18, 2023
Opelousas, LA – Lena Mae Fontenot Dupre, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at Opelousas General Health System. She was born on September 26, 1932, in Opelousas, LA. Lena was a kind-hearted woman who touched the lives of many with her warm smile and gentle nature.
Family and friends are invited to pay...
Jeremy Bryce Wilson
Jul 16, 2023
Jeremy Bryce Wilson, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on July 16, 2023, in Lafayette. He was born on April 9, 1978, in Opelousas, Louisiana.Jeremy was a warm and affectionate person who had a special talent for giving the biggest and best hugs. His presence brought comfort and joy to those around him. He was known for...
Benjamin J. Dedon ("B.J.")
Jul 13, 2023
Krotz Springs - It is with heavy hearts that the family of Benjamin J. Dedon ("B.J.") announce his death on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at Opelousas General Health System. Benjamin was a resident of Krotz Springs, LA and was born on January 28, 1959, in Baton Rouge, LA.
Benjamin loved to ride his Harley Davidson on the open road. He...
Christine Dicapo Morrow
Jul 11, 2023
Christine Dicapo Morrow, a beloved life long resident of Melville, Louisiana, has peacefully passed away on July 11, 2023 at the Landmark South Nursing Home in Baton Rouge, LA. She was born on September 22, 1934, in Bayou Rouge, Louisiana. Christine will forever be remembered for her warmth and kindness towards everyone she met.Christine's life was filled with love and...
Gilbert Olivier, Jr.
Jul 9, 2023
Opelousas, LA - Gilbert Olivier, Jr., a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend, passed away on July 9, 2023, at Opelousas General Health System. He was born on January 6, 1942, in Opelousas, LA. Gilbert was a kind-hearted man who touched the lives of many with his warm smile and gentle nature.Gilbert dedicated many years of his life working...
Bertha Thibodeaux Guidry
Jul 9, 2023
Lawtell – A Mass of Christian Burial for Bertha Thibodeaux Guidry will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, in the St. Bridget Catholic Church in Lawtell, LA. Rev. Father Gregory Simien will Celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal will take place in the St. Bridget Church Cemetery.
A visitation will be held in the Skip...
Marie Jean Viviano Quebedeaux
Jul 8, 2023
Opelousas-A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at St. Landry Catholic Church for Marie Jean Viviano Quebedeaux, known to many as “Jean”. A Rite of Committal and interment will follow in the Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas. Rev. Neil Pettit will celebrate the Mass. The Readers for the Mass will be...
Deacon Francis Dwayne Boudreaux
Jul 7, 2023
Leonville – A Mass of Christian Burial for Deacon Francis Dwayne Boudreaux will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 15, 2023, in the St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Leonville, LA. Father Darren Eldridge will Celebrate the Mass.
Deacon Francis Dwayne Boudreaux of Opelousas, La. passed away peacefully on Friday, July 7, 2023, at his residence...
Desirette "Desi" Terrell Ponthieux
Jul 7, 2023
Krotz Springs - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Desirette Terrell Ponthieux, known to many as “Desi” at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Krotz Springs. Rev. Fr. Henry Anthony will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal and Burial will follow in the St. Anthony Cemetery.
Visitation will...
Theresa Sue Kirkpatrick
Jul 6, 2023
Opelousas, Louisiana - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Theresa Sue Kirkpatrick, a remarkable woman whose presence illuminated the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her. Sue departed this world on July 6, 2023, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love that will forever be treasured.
Sue’s nurturing spirit and...
Ruby Meche
Jul 2, 2023
Opelousas — Graveside Funeral services for Ruby Meche will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 10, 2023, in the Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas. Rev. Fr. Clint Trahan will officiate the Rite of Committal with interment to follow.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ruby Meche on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at...
Yorick Joseph Marks
Jul 2, 2023
Opelousas – Funeral services for Mr. Yorick Joseph Marks will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas. Deacon Jerome Collins will conduct the service. A burial will follow in the Bellevue Memorial Park Cemetery in Opelousas, La.
Yorick Joseph Marks passed away peacefully on Sunday,...
