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Jane F. Thibodeaux

Jane F. Thibodeaux

May 17, 2024

Opelousas – A Mass of Christian Burial for Jane F. Thibodeaux will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Washington, Louisiana.  Father Matthew Higginbotham will celebrate the Mass. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Visitation will be held in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin...

Martha L. Dean

Martha L. Dean

May 13, 2024

Mrs. Martha L. Dean, a resident of Opelousas, Louisiana, passed away at her residence surrounded by her loving family on Monday, May 13, 2024. She was born on June 18, 1930, in Opelousas, La. 

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at LaFond-Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas....

Allen Ted Marcantel

Allen Ted Marcantel

May 11, 2024

Mr. Allen Ted Marcantel, a resident of Lawtell, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Opelousas General Health System.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Lawtell, LA, with interment in the St. Bridget Catholic Church Cemetery. Reverend Mark Ledoux will celebrate the Mass.

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David Whittington, Sr.

David Whittington, Sr.

May 10, 2024

Krotz Springs – A Mass of Christian Burial for David Whittington, Sr. will be held 3:00 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024, in St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Krotz Springs.  Rite of Committal and interment will follow in the St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Krotz Springs.  Rev. Fr. Clint Trahan will celebrate the Mass.    Visitation will be held...

Betty F. Ray

Betty F. Ray

May 8, 2024

Betty F. Ray, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on May 8, 2024, at her residence in Opelousas, Louisiana. She was born on September 27, 1932, in Ville Platte, Louisiana. Betty's warm and loving personality touched the lives of all who knew her.

Funeral services for Betty F. Ray will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in the...

Robert Earl McBride

Robert Earl McBride

May 8, 2024

Opelousas - Robert McBride, age 96, passed away on May 8, 2024, at Eunice Manor Nursing Home. He was born on February 9, 1928, in Opelousas Louisiana.

A visitation to honor Robert's life will take place on Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM followed by a Catholic Service in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at LaFond-Ardoin Funeral...

Eric Mark Fontenot

Eric Mark Fontenot

May 6, 2024

Opelousas, La.- A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Eric Fontenot will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 24, 2024, at St. Landry Catholic Church in Opelousas, Louisiana. Father Neil Pettit will celebrate the Mass. 

Eric Mark Fontenot, a native and resident of Opelousas, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024. Born on August 11, 1946, he was...

Wilma Cortez Lafleur

Wilma Cortez Lafleur

May 3, 2024

Wilma Cortez Lafleur, age 99, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 3, 2024, at Senior Village Nursing Home in Opelousas, Louisiana. She was born in Church Point, Louisiana, on October 3, 1924.

A visitation will be held on Monday, May 6, 2024, in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at LaFond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas from 12:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. followed...

Shirley Leger Young

Shirley Leger Young

Apr 26, 2024

In loving memory of Shirley Young, a cherished soul who graced this world with her presence and left a mark on all who knew her. Shirley, born on June 21, 1937, embraced life with a fervor that was truly infectious.

Throughout her life, Shirley's greatest joys were derived from the love she had for all her children and grandchildren. Her family...

Barbara Lee Durham

Barbara Lee Durham

Apr 20, 2024



Barbara Durham of Opelousas, Louisiana, passed away on April 20, 2024, at the age of 77 at Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, LA.  She was born on July 20, 1946, in New Orleans, Louisiana.  She was preceded in death by her husband, David Roy Durham of 45 years; parents, James Farrell, Sr. and Hilda Vallery Farrell; as well as...

Bruce Alan Anderson

Bruce Alan Anderson

Apr 20, 2024

Krotz Springs - Funeral services for Bruce Anderson will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home Chapel in Krotz Springs, LA.  Pastor Henry Wallace will officiate the funeral service. Burial will follow in the First Baptist Church Cemetery in Krotz Springs, LA.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 10:00...

William "Bill" Robert

William "Bill" Robert

Apr 10, 2024

William "Bill" Robert passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, on April 10, 2024, in Opelousas, Louisiana. Born on November 26, 1930, in Lafayette, Louisiana, Bill lived a life full of love, dedication, and kindness.

Bill dedicated 28 years as a civil engineer assistant for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. Following this chapter, he spent another 25 years of his...

Creighton Simon Soileau

Creighton Simon Soileau

Apr 9, 2024

Creighton Simon Soileau was born August 3, 1942, to Gertrude Joubert Soileau and Simon Voorhies Soileau, in Opelousas, LA. After a recent fall at his home, he passed away surrounded by his loved ones at 81 years of age on April 9, 2024, at Tulane Medical Center in New Orleans, LA.   Creighton was raised in the Opelousas area.  After...

David Keith "Sub" Sebastien

David Keith "Sub" Sebastien

Apr 7, 2024

David Keith Sebastien, age 70, was born on June 20, 1953, and passed away on April 7, 2024. He was a graduate of Opelousas High School, belonging to the class of 1972. Keith’s life was marked by a deep connection to nature and a profound love for family.

A funeral service and celebration of life will be held on Thursday, April...

Robert "Bobby" James Soileau

Robert "Bobby" James Soileau

Apr 7, 2024

Krotz Springs- A Memorial Service will be held for Robert James Soileau, known to many as “Bobby” on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Krotz Springs with Rev. Henry Wallace officiating.  There will be a Memorial gathering of family and friends celebrating Bobby’s legacy from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in the First...

Marie Louise Delahoussaye

Marie Louise Delahoussaye

Apr 5, 2024

Marie Louise Delahoussaye, age 75, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother.  She passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, at The Vincent in Lafayette, Louisiana. She was born on September 7, 1948, in her hometown of Opelousas, Louisiana. A Mass of Christian Burial for Marie will be held at 10:00 a.m. at St. Landry Catholic Church in Opelousas.  Father...

Ronald Gene Ardoin

Ronald Gene Ardoin

Apr 3, 2024

Krotz Springs – Funeral services will be held for Ronald Gene Ardoin at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 12, 2024, in the Lafond Ardoin Funeral Home in Krotz Springs.  Interment will follow in the St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Krotz Springs.  Bro. Don Disotell will officiate the services.   Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until...

Dora Belle Pitre

Dora Belle Pitre

Mar 15, 2024

Opelousas- Funeral Services will be held for Dora Belle Pitre on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel in Lafond Ardoin Funeral Home in Opelousas. Deacon Dwayne Joubert will officiate the services.  A burial will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas.

Visitation will be held in the Skip Montet Memorial Chapel at LaFond-Ardoin Funeral...

Mary Lou Lacassin

Mary Lou Lacassin

Mar 13, 2024

Krotz Springs-A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Mary Lou Lacassin at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 18, 2024, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Krotz Springs, La.  Father Henry Antony will Celebrate the Mass.  A Rite of Committal and Burial will take place at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas, La.  Pallbearers will be Joshua Evans, Ridge Lacassin,...

Juanita Williamson Reed

Juanita Williamson Reed

Mar 8, 2024

Krotz Springs – Juanita Williamson Reed, a beloved member of the community, passed away at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Opelousas, Louisiana, in 1935, Juanita dedicated her life to serving others through her work and volunteer efforts.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the First Baptist Church of Krotz Springs at 11:00...

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