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Bessie Lucille Grossie
Oct 4, 2025
Lafayette - Bessie Lucille Grossie, age 70, passed away peacefully at her residence in Lafayette, Louisiana, on October 4, 2025. A Memorial Service honoring her life will be held on Friday, October 17, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at The Christian Life Center in Lafayette. Bessie was a devoted Catholic who lived her faith through service, compassion, and...
Laura Louise Oliver
Oct 3, 2025
Breaux Bridge - Laura Louise Oliver, age 64 passed away peacefully at her home on October 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Laura was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and grandmother whose gentle heart and unwavering love touched everyone who knew her. Her greatest joy was her family, and she spent her life nurturing them with kindness, laughter, and...
Eddie Roland Dixon
Sep 29, 2025
Lafayette - Eddie Roland Dixon was born on August 12, 1948, in Lafayette, Louisiana to Earl & Leona Dixon, Sr. He peacefully passed away on September 29, 2025. He leaves behind his sisters, Lottie Guidry & Marilyn George (Edwin) both of Lafayette, LA. Goddaughter, Tonya Joseph of Parks, LA. A special nephew, Quintin L. Dixon of Lafayette, LA and a...
Kristen Marlin Smith
Sep 29, 2025
New Iberia - Kristen Marlin Smith. On 9/29/2025 Kris Smith went home to be with our Lord and His angels. He is greeted in heaven by his mother and father, Winston and Mary Smith. He is survived by his loving and caring wife, Connie Smith. Sons Cody Lafleur and Christopher Smith and their wives April and Brianna. Sister Shawn Shirey...
Demetra Janell Jones
Sep 27, 2025
Lafayette - Demetra Janell Jones. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 11:00 am at The Christian Life Center in Lafayette for Demetra Jones, 46, who passed away peacefully on September 27th 2025 at 10:25 AM. Demetra was born from the union of Jelester and the late Deborah J. Jones on October 7, 1978. She...
Priscilla Marie Carithers
Sep 25, 2025
French Settlement - Priscilla Frederick Carithers passed away on September 25, 2025 at Our Lady of the Lakes Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA and is now with the Lord our Father. Priscilla was born in New Orleans, La on April 25, 1961 to Bruce & Helen Frederick. She attended O. Perry Walker High School in Algiers, LA. She went on...
Webton Ray Manuel Sr.
Sep 25, 2025
Mamou - Webton Ray Manuel, Sr. age 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette, La. He was born October 31, 1950 and was proud to be a Halloween Baby. He joined the Marine Corps. And was a military retiree. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived...
Mary Ann Marie Turner
Sep 20, 2025
New Iberia- Mary Ann Marie Turner passed away on September 20, 2025, at Iberia Medical Center, surrounded by love. Mary Ann was a devoted mother whose greatest joy in life was raising her family and sharing her talent for crochet. Her gentle spirit and caring nature touched all who knew her, and she will be remembered for the love and...
Brenda Lee Mary Gautreaux
Sep 18, 2025
Crowley - Brenda Lee Mary Gautreaux, age 64, passed away peacefully at her home on September 18, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Brenda’s greatest joy was found in the warmth of home and the company of those she cherished. Brenda shared a beautiful 47-year marriage with her beloved husband, Brian...
Thomas Charles Mayeux
Sep 12, 2025
Pineville - Thomas Charles Mayeux, age 76, passed away on September 12, 2025, at the Alexandria VA Hospital in Pineville, Louisiana. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Thomas honorably served his country with dedication and courage. He is survived by his loving daughter, Nicole Halsey, and three cherished grandchildren who brought him great joy. Thomas is preceded in...
Jesse Paul Bertrand
Sep 8, 2025
In Loving Memory Erath - Jesse Paul Bertrand, age 72, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospice, The Carpenter House in Lafayette, La. He is survived by his two sons, Mike Bertrand and his wife, Wendy of Delcambre and Travis Bertrand and Husband Joey of Erath; one daughter, Jessica Prieto and husband Tony of Phoenix, Az....
Laura Mae Leblanc-Comeaux
Aug 28, 2025
Lafayette - Laura Mae Comeaux, age 85, passed away peacefully at her home on August 28, 2025 in Lafayette, Louisiana, surrounded by family. Laura was a lifelong member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Lafayette, Louisiana. She was a loving and caring mother and friend to all who knew her. She worked for A&P, Small World Day Care...
Jamie Paul Boudreaux
Aug 17, 2025
St. Martinville - Jamie Paul Boudreaux, age 55. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jamie Paul Boudreaux at his residence on Sunday, August 17, 2025 in St. Martinville. Jamie was a gentle, kind and caring soul, loved by his "adopted" sister and brother Angela Willis and Albert "Dookie" Decuir, Jr. He will also be missed...
Sabian Mateo Crisantos
Aug 16, 2025
Baton Rouge - Sabian Mateo Crisantos, age 25, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born and raised in Salem, Oregon, Sabian was a beloved son, brother, and friend whose presence brought light and joy to those around him. He is survived by his parents, Bruce Ange and Angela Crisantos; his brothers, Jorge, Mateo, and Isreal Crisantos;...
Carl Dean Nero
Aug 10, 2025
Church Point - Carl Dean Nero, age 68, passed away on August 10, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his family. Carl was known for his outgoing personality, quick wit, and outspoken nature. He had a heart of gold and a joyful spirit that drew people to him. Whether spending time with family, sharing...
Mary Lou Menard
Aug 9, 2025
Lafayette - Mary Lou Menard, age 57, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, surrounded by the love of her family. Mary Lou was known for her fun-loving and outgoing personality, a spirit that lit up every room she entered. She had a passion for collecting treasures, each piece holding a special story, but...
Orlie Joe Wenzel
Aug 3, 2025
Lafayette - Orlie Joe Wenzel, age 82, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at the Calcutta House in Lafayette, Louisiana, surrounded by the love and prayers of family. A devoted father, brother, and grandfather, Orlie's life was marked by resilience, kindness, and a deep commitment to those he loved. He is survived by his children, Bobby Wenzel, RJ Wenzel,...
Wanda Gail Knight
Aug 1, 2025
Morgan City - Wanda Gail Knight age 63, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025. Wanda was born on October 27, 1961 in Morgan City, La. to Samuel Woodrow Bagwell and Ethel Prisock Bagwell. From day one, Wanda was unique and she lived life on her terms. Wanda is survived by her daughters Amanda Soudelier and Halle Knight( fiance Gabe...
Heidi Alice Worthen
Jul 31, 2025
Breaux Bridge - Heidi Alice Worthen, age 61, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Heidi was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and faithful servant of God. Her life was a beautiful reflection of grace, compassion, and unwavering faith. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to her family and...
Eddie "Bo" Bergeron
Jul 29, 2025
Lafayette - Eddie "Bo" Bergeron, age 66, passed away peacefully at his residence on July 29, 2025. A native of Houma, Louisiana, Bo was known for his unwavering work ethic, his larger-than-life personality, and his love of dancing through life—literally and figuratively. Bo spent over 30 years working as a deckhand on tugboats, where his meticulous attention to detail and...

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