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Michelle Romero

Michelle Romero

Oct 29, 2025

Michelle Romero, Was born on December 29,1975. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Michelle gained her wings on October 13, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General. She will forever be remembered for her warm heart, creative spirit, and the love she shared so freely with everyone she truly loved. Michelle had a lifelong passion for art, writing,...

Damin Joseph Foytlin

Damin Joseph Foytlin

Oct 27, 2025

Damin Joseph Foytlin, born on October 6, 1985, passed away far too soon on October 27, 2025. Damin was a hardworking man who earned the respect of everyone who knew him. He lived his life with integrity, loyalty, and kindness, and his presence left a lasting mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Though his time on...

Wanda Lee Leblanc

Wanda Lee Leblanc

Oct 23, 2025

Breaux Bridge - Wanda Lee LeBlanc, age 79, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette, Louisiana. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 4:00PM in the St. Bernard Catholic Church in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. Born in Opelousas, Louisiana, Wanda spent most of her life in Breaux Bridge,...

Michael Gaston Schexnayder

Michael Gaston Schexnayder

Oct 22, 2025

Arnaudville - Michael Gaston Schexnayder, age 62, passed away on October 22, 2025, at his home in Arnaudville, Louisiana. A devoted husband, father, and friend, Michael lived a life defined by hard work, faith, and love for the outdoors. He was an avid hunter who found peace and joy in the quiet of nature. As an experienced carpenter, he took...

Shirley Ann Schexnaider

Shirley Ann Schexnaider

Oct 20, 2025

Youngsville - Shirley Ann Schexnaider, age 64, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, in Abbeville, Louisiana. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Shirley shared her life with her devoted husband, Ricky, for over 45 wonderful years. Together, they built a lifetime of love, laughter, and memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her. She...

Charles Joseph Rogers

Charles Joseph Rogers

Oct 14, 2025

Rayne - Charles Joseph Rogers, age 69, passed away on October 14, 2025, at the Heart Hospital in Lafayette, Louisiana. A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Charles served his country with honor and carried that same discipline, loyalty, and courage throughout his life. Known for his easygoing spirit, he found peace in listening to music to relax...

Estrellita Clarice Hudson

Estrellita Clarice Hudson

Oct 11, 2025

Scott - Estrellita Clarice Hudson, age 63, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at her home surrounded by family and loved ones. Estrellita was a woman of strong faith and devotion — a proud woman of God who touched many lives with her kindness, determination, and joy. She was deeply passionate about bringing awareness to cancer, often participating...

Rosaline Lanclos Dupre

Rosaline Lanclos Dupre

Oct 9, 2025

New Iberia - Rosaline Lanclos, affectionately known as “Moon” to all who cared for and loved her, passed away after a life filled with creativity, warmth, and faith. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at The Community Church Center in New Iberia, La. from 11:00am-1:00pm. Moon was best known for her vibrant personality and many...

Dorothy Cormier Madeley

Dorothy Cormier Madeley

Oct 9, 2025

Youngsville - Dorothy Cormier Madeley, age 87, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette, Louisiana. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the chapel of Colligan Crematory & Funeral Services in Broussard, Louisiana. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance and celebration...

Ricky Wayne Anderson

Ricky Wayne Anderson

Oct 6, 2025

Lafayette - Ricky Wayne Anderson, age 70, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital surrounded by loved ones. Originally from Stephens, Arkansas, Ricky made Lafayette, Louisiana his home for the past 35 years. During that time, he built a life filled with faith, family, and friendship. A devoted member of Riverside Church of Christ, Ricky’s...

Bessie Lucille Grossie

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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...

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