Duhon Funeral Home, L.L.C. Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday May 1, 2024 at 3:00 P.M. at St. Edwards Catholic Church in Richard for George Matte 91, who passed away on Saturday April 27, 2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in Lafayette, Fr. Mitchell Guidry will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in OLSH Church Cemetery #2.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Tuesday April 30, 2024 from 2-9 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point. Divine Mercy will be prayed on Tuesday at 6:30 P.M. in the Funeral Home Chapel.Visitation will resume on Wednesday May 1, 2024 from 9:00 A.M. until time of service. Survivors include one son, Reggie Matte of Cecilia; two daughters, Janet Sonnier of Branch, Joan and husband, Chuck Arsem*nt of Lafayette; ten grandchildren, Jade M. Pitre, Jeana M. Caldwell, Dawn B. Garbarino, Jessica S. Houston, Jen Alyse S. Moronta, Jacob Sonnier, Bret Bates, Gabe Bates, Victoria Arsem*nt Corrmier and Sophia Arsem*nt; sixteen great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Raven, Danu, Luke, Bethany, Ben, Samuel, Kaitlyn, Gabriella, Emmalina, Carson, Leighanna, Niesi, Edwarnis, E.J, Hammond and Magnolia; two great-grandchildren, Wyatt and Olive; one great-great-grandson, Lochlan and one brother, Donald James Matte Mr. George was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Matte; one daughter, Angela Matte Bates; two sons-in-law, Stuart Bates, and Joey Sonnier; one-daughter-in-law, Rita Matte; one great-grandson, Thomas Houston; his parents, Thomas and Emalina Matte, sisters; Ethel Lee M. Broussard, Gloria Dean M. Andrepont, Diane M. Miller

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to George’s Family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for Margie W. Buford, 71, who passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 12:10 A.M. at her home surrounded by her family in Church Point.

Pastor Berl Adams, Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in the First Baptist Church Cemetery in Church Point.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.Visitation will resume on Wednesday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services.

Survivors include her husband of forty-four years, James Buford of Church Point; one son, Jeffery and wife, Shannon West of Lafayette; two daughters, Pamala and husband, Jeffery Venissat of Gueydan, Courtney and husband, Luke Higginbotham of Church Point; two brothers, Leroy West, Jr., and David West both of Zwolle; two sisters, Leedell Meshell of New Caney, TX, Mary Atnip of Haughton; twelve grandchildren, Tiffany and wife, Alexa Nepveaux, Charlene and husband, Charles Folk, Michael West, Tanner and wife, Melinda Venissat, Gavin West, Katlyn Higginbotham, Dacey West, Riley West, Hayden Higginbotham, Waylon Higginbotham, and Layton Higginbotham; ten great-grandchildren, Jordan Gaines, Jaylin Gaines, Cheyenne Brazan, Sophia West, Annalyce Benoit, Jackson West, Jessylin Gaines, Wyatt Venissat, Liam and Emmett Hanley.

Pallbearers for the service will be Michael West, Gavin West, Riley West, Hayden Higginbotham, Waylon Higginbotham, and Layton Higginbotham. Honorary Pallbearers for the service will be Tanner Venissat, and Tiffany Nepveaux.

Mrs. Buford was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Kristen Gaines; her parents, Leroy and Josephine M. West; two brothers, Charlie, and Tommy West; two sisters, Betty, and Earline West.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mrs. Buford’s at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held on Saturday April 6, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for Betty Doucet Levings, 85, who passed away at St. Joseph’s in Denham Springs on Wednesday April 3, 2024 at 10:18 A.M.

Father Mitchell Guidry, from St. Edmond Catholic Church in Branch will be officiating for the services.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Saturday April 6, 2024 from 9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. until time of services all in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point. Burial will follow in Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cemetery in Mire.

Survivors include her three sons; Edward Guidry of Baton Rouge, Randy Guidry of Denham Springs and Brent Guidry and wife Candace of Watson, grandchildren; Meghan, Shawn, Shannon, Blake and wife Katie, Kayla, Jason and a great grandchild Rebekha and nieces and nephews; Phillip, Phyllis, Scott and Charlene.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held on Monday, April 1, 2024 at 10:00

A.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for Richard “Ricky” Olivier, 67, who passed away at his home in Cankton, surrounded by family on Friday, March 29, 2024 at 11:42 P.M.

Pastor Berl Adams, Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in the Olivier Cemetery in Church Point.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 5:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.A Rosary will be recited on Sunday at 6 o’clock in the evening in the Funeral Home Chapel.Visitation will resume on Monday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services.

Survivors include his wife of nine years, Tammy S. Olivier of Cankton; two sons, Bowdie and wife, Amanda Olivier of Toledo Bend, Michael and wife, Nicole Cosek of San Diego, CA; three daughters, Ellie and husband, Bryce Bullock of Branch, Megan Olivier of Maine, and Katherine Cosek of Columbus, OH; his mother, Versie N. Olivier of Springfield, TN; three brothers, Bernie Olivier of Crowley, Damen and wife, Theresea Olivier of Church Point, T-Bird and wife, Pat Olivier of Church Point; two sisters, Nelva Whited of Springfield, TN, and Sharon Kay Olivier of Katy, TX; thirteen grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Mr. Olivier was preceded in death by his father, Richard Olivier.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Olivier’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at St. John Chapel in Lewisburg for Donald J. Sonnier, 58, who passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 3:16 A.M. at Acadia St. Landry Hospital in Church Point.

Fr. Michael Vidrine, Associate Pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in the St. John Chapel Cemetery in Lewisburg.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 4:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.A Rosary will be recited at 6 o’clock in the evening on Friday in the Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will resume on Saturday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services.

Survivors include one sister, Rachel and husband, Jason LeBas of Church Point; three aunts, Linda and husband, Alvin Faul of Rayne, Connie and husband, David Anderson of Church Point, and Linda and husband, Rick Whitson of West Virginia; several cousins.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald and Sally C. Sonnier; his paternal grandparents, Eli and Pearl Sonnier; his paternal grandmother, Vera Sonnier; his maternal grandparents, Bennett and Bernice Credeur; his Godparents, Harry Credeur, and Cheryl Sonnier.

Donald was a wonderful person who never failed to make everyone around him laugh. He loved to joke and pick, and especially loved when people picked backed. He never met a stranger and was affectionately known as the "Daily World." He carried a heavy cross during his time on Earth, but he did it with strength, grace, and character. He will be greatly missed by his family and numerous friends.

The family would like to send a heartfelt Thank You to all the staff at Acadia St. Landry Guest Home, and all his physicians.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Donald’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at St. Edward Catholic Church in Richard for Edward James Richard, 69, who passed away at his home in Richard on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 9:40 A.M.

Fr. Korey LaVergne, Pastor of St. Edward Catholic Church in Richard will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in St. Edward Catholic Church Cemetery in Richard.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point. A Rosary will be recited on Monday at 6 o’clock in the evening in the Funeral Home Chapel.Visitation will resume on Tuesday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Patricia Leckelt Richard, daughters; Tiffany Dawn Joubert and husband Jason, Olivia Louise Duplechin and companion Robert Patton, one sister, Marie and husband Charlie Jagneaux, grandchildren; Peyton Joubert, Abby Duplechin, Layla Duplechin Patton.

Edward’s family was his pride and joy, he enjoyed spending time with them every chance he had. He loved fishing, gardening, and making people laugh. He was an excellent cook and enjoyed cooking for everyone.He was a proud member of the Richard Volunteer Fire Department and an active member of the Knights of Columbus Council #2504 in Church Point as a 4th Degree Knight.He was employed as a propane delivery driver for over 30 years for Reed Gas.Eddie was a parishioner of St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Richard.

Pallbearers for the services will be Jason Joubert, Peyton Joubert, Robert Patton, Dusty Edwards, Alex Duplechin, and Cecil Edwards.

Edward is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Herman and Lourence Richard, a son Michael Sidney Richard, a sister, Henrietta Deshotel.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Richard’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point for Carl J. Higginbotham, 88, who passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 9:25 P.M. at his home in Church Point.

Fr. Brice Higginbotham, his grandson will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church New Cemetery in the Mausoleum in Church Point.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 4:00P.M. until 9:00 P.M. A Rosary will be recited on Sunday at 6:00 o’clock in the evening in the Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point by his nephew, Deacon Barry LeBlanc.Visitation will resume on Monday at 9:00 A.M. until time of services.

Survivors include two daughters, Rhonda and husband, Jeff Daigle of Church Point; Renee and husband, Cullen Meche of Church Point; four sons, Stevie and wife, Roberta Higginbotham of Scott, Sammy and wife, Amber Higginbotham of Church Point, Carl “Bro” and wife, Malinda Higginbotham of Church Point, Chris and wife, Nenna Higginbotham of Church Point; one brother, Robert “Bobby” and wife, Evelyn Higginbotham of Carencro; two sisters, Mattie Stanford of Sunset, and Clara and husband, Larry LeBlanc of Rayne; eight grandchildren, Ashley and husband, Jon Bourgeois, Fr. Brice Higginbotham, Jeff Michael Daigle, Abbey and Zac Higginbotham, Frances, Alex and Reid Meche; two great-grandchildren, Adam and Mia Bourgeois; step grandchildren, Amelia and Maggie.

Pallbearers for the service will be his four sons, Stevie, Sammy, Carl and Chris Higginbotham, and his grandsons, Zac, Jeff Michael, Reid andgreat-grandson Adam. Honorary Pallbearers for the service will be, Jeff Daigle, Cullen Meche, and Jon Bourgeois.

Mr. Higginbotham was preceded in death by his wife, Cecilia Dovie Higginbotham; one granddaughter, Lindsey Higginbotham; his parents, Simon and Beatrice B. Higginbotham; four brothers, Simon Ward,Willard, Wilson, and Hamuel Higginbotham; two sisters, Esther Daigle, and Wilda Whitaker.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Higginbotham’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. in Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for George Allen Prejean 67, of Church Point who passed away on Wednesday March 20, 2024 at 12:33 P.M. at his home.

Deacon Winn will be officiating for the services.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.

He is survived by his companion of 28 years Theresa Ann LeJeune of Church Point; one son, Christopher Prejean of Missouri; one daughter in law, Jessie Prejean of Church Point; two sisters; Ruby Matte of Rayne and Margie Halsall of Texas, grandchildren; Chole, Olivia, Abigale and Tre Prejean.

George is preceded in death by one son, Brannon Prejean and his parents Esteve and Ella Mae Prejean, brothers; Steve and Carroll Prejean and one sister Macline Richard.

At the time of his death he was the drummer and vocalist of the Cajun Band, George Prejean and Cajun Redemption.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Prejean’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Memorial Services will be held at a later date for Charles O. Sonnier, Jr. who passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 1:45 A.M. at Acadia St. Landry Guest Home in Church Point, LA.

Survivors include his wife of fifty-eight years, Becky L. Sonnier of Church Point; one son, David and wife, Suci Sonnier of Bend, OR; three grandchildren, Nicole McCool of Bend, OR, Jake and wife, Jennifer Sonnier of Salem, OR, and Kyrsten and hursband, Skyler Monroe of Bend, OR.; one step-granddaughter, Nichole and husband, Derick Smith of LAS Vegas, NV; and four great-grandchildren.

Mr. Sonnier was preceded in death by one daughter, Rachel Ann Leach; his parents, Charles Otis Sonnier, Sr. and Agnes V. Sonnier; three brothers, Loray, Darrell, and Joey Sonnier; three sisters, Jennie Matte, Delsy Jagneaux, and Bonnie Olivier.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Sonnier’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at Point Church in Church Point for Geraldine C. Thibodeaux, 69, who passed away at her home in Church Point on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:32 P.M.

Pastor Jared Pavlu, Pastor of Point Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. at Point Church in Church Point.Visitation will resume on Friday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services all at Point Church in Church Point.

Survivors include her husband of fifty-two years, Nelson Thibodeaux, Sr. of Church Point; two daughters, Brandy and husband, David Cormier of Church Point, Melissa and husband, Kevin Patin of Breaux Bridge; three sons, Nelson Thibodeaux, Jr. and wife, Trisha Thibodeaux of Carencro, Kevin and wife, Jodi Thibodeaux of Church Point, and Brad Thibodeaux and fiancé, Brandi Comeaux of Church Point; two sisters, Eva and husband Joe Guillory of Reeves, and Helen and husband, Hilton Comeaux of Sunset; three brothers, Leander and wife, Beverly Carrier of Church Point, Roger and wife, Cathy Carrier of Scott, and Mark Carrier of Scott; thirteen grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Thibodeaux was preceded in death by her parents, William and Marceline B. Carrier; one brother, Gerald Carrier; and one sister, Mildred LaPoint.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mrs. Thibodeaux’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Christian Burial will be held on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point for Ray J. Viator, 95, who passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 12:06 A.M. at his home surrounded by his family in Church Point.

Fr. Brian Harrington, Pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church New Cemetery Mausoleum in Church Point.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.A Rosary will be recited by Perè Rozas on Thursday at 6 o’clock in the evening in the Funeral Home Chapel.Visitation will resume on Friday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services.

Survivors include his wife of seventy three years, Lessilyn C. Viator of Church Point; one son, Ray Anthony “Tony” and wife, Paula Viator; four daughters, Brenda and husband, Lee Olivier, Peggy Viator, Janice and husband, Michael Hebert, JoAnn and husband, Mike LeJeune all of Church Point; twelve grandchildren, and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Ray, affectionately known as Dad, Pa, and Nonc Ray, by those who loved him most, was a lifelong resident of Church Point, LA. He was a devoted and selfless husband to his wife, Lessilyn Carriere Viator, for 73 years. Together they created a beautiful life and family built on love and their faith in God. They proudly shared five children, 12 grandchildren, and 14 great-children whom he adored. To know Ray was to love him. He could always be found with a smile with his bright blue eyes shining. He valued hard work and provided for his family with a long career at JP Mouton. In his early years he loved going out and listening and dancing to Cajun music with his wife, family, and friends and caring for and driving his classic car. In his later years he could be found rocking on his porch with his puzzle book enjoying the weather and visiting with family and friends. He loved entertaining his family by sharing stories of his past. He is fondly remembered as the one who always poked fun at and tickled visiting children, he loved joking around and making them laugh. In his last weeks he was cared for around the clock by his wife and five loving children and was always comforted and surrounded by people who loved him. He will be greatly missed, but always remembered as the most kind, loving, and selfless man. He has set a beautiful example of a long, full life and he passed away knowing he had completed his earthly job of being husband, father, and grandfather and he could not have done a better job.

Mr. Viator was preceded in death by one grandson, Baby Chris Olivier; his parents Edmar and Gabrielle B. Viator; his step-mother, Aimee Miller Viator; three brothers, John, Percy, and Clarence Viator; four sisters, Helen DeWitt, Sylvia Doucet, Verna Hebert, and Elma Relle Viator; host of step-brothers, and sisters.

The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to his friend, and physician, Dr. Ronald Jenkins. Also, Dr. Brady Guillory and the staff of Traditions Hospice Health Care.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Viator’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point for Joey Sonnier, 69, who passed away at his home in Branch on March 12, 2024 at 9:01 P.M.

Fr. Brian Harrington, Pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church New Cemetery in Church Point.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home of Church Point.A Rosary will be recited on Sunday at 6 o’clock in the evening in the Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point. Visitation will resume on Monday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services.

Survivors include his wife of forty-nine years, Janet M. Sonnier of Branch; one son, Jacob and wife, Candace Sonnier of Lafayette; two daughters, Jessica and husband, Craig Houston of Rayne, and Jen and husband, Edward Moronta of Lafayette; one brother, Charles Otis Sonnier, Jr. and wife, Rebecca of Church Point; two sisters, Norma and husband, Lawrence Olivier of Carencro, and Linda McBride of Church Point; his father-in-law, George Matte of Branch; eight grandchildren, Emmalina, Carson, Leighanna, Niesi, Edwarnis, Eduardo “E.J.”, Wyatt, and Olive.

Mr. Sonnier was preceded in death by his grandson, Thomas Jacques Tucker Houston; his parents, Charles Otis Sonnier, Sr. and Agnes V. Sonnier; two brothers, Loray, and Darrell Sonnier; three sisters, Jennie Matte, Delsy Jagneaux, and Bonnie Olivier.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Sonnier’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for Ronald Lee Perrodin, 79, who passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 6:18 P.M. at Encore Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Crowley.

Fr. Mitchell Guidry, Pastor of St. Edmund Catholic Church in Branch will be officiating for the services.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Monday, March 11, 2024 at 9:00 A.M., until time of services, all in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel, in Church Point.

Survivors include his wife of fifty five years, Pearl B. Perrodin of Branch; two sons, Todd and wife, Yvette Perrodin of Anderson, TX; Mark and wife, Heidi Perrodin of Crowley; two brothers, Kenneth and wife, Linda Perrodin of El Dorado Springs, MO; James and wife, Sandra Perrodin of Missouri City, TX; two sisters, Shirley Credeur of Scott, and Irma Jeffers of Branch; one sister-in-law, Maudry Perrodin of Branch; one brother-in-law, Vic Russell of Scott; two grandchildren, Austin, and Noah Perrodin of Anderson, TX.

Mr. Perrodin was preceded in death by his parents, John Berchman and Willa Bell T. Perrodin; one brother, John Gerald Perrodin; one sister, Jeanette Russell; two brothers-in-law, Frank Jeffers, and Ronald Credeur.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Perrodin’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for Charles Ray Dugas who passed away on February 29, 2024 at the age of 83.He was born on August 31, 1940 to Claude Dugas of Scott, LA and Elvie Estilette Dugas of Church Point, LA.Charles has been a lifetime resident of Church Point, LA.

Fr. Brian Harrington, Pastor of Our Lady of The Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in Greenlawn Cemetery in Lafayette.

The family has requested visitation to be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. until time of services all in the Duhon Funeral Home in Church Point. A Rosary will be recited on Saturday at 11 o’clock in the Funeral Home Chapel.

He is survived by his brother, Kenneth and wife JudiDugas of Lafayette, his niece, and Godchild, Gwen Bertrand, and husband, Phillip Bertrand of Lafayette, LA.; his nieces, Ellen Stutes and husband, Sonny Stutes of Judice, Rachelle Hazlett and husband, Charles Hazlett of Mire; one nephew Dwayne Dugas of Carencro; great, nieces, Ann-Elise, and husband , Jacob Fresneda, of New Orleans, Kacky, and husband, Zach Meaux of Lafayette, Matty Bertrand of New Orleans; nephews,Ben Bertrand and Philip Bertrand of Lafayette; great-great nieces, Penelop of New Orleans, and Ruthie and Murphy Meaux both of Lafayette; He also leaves behind his long time property manager, Pat Olivier and is caretakers, Carla Olivier, Tina Gillard, and Jacque Quebedeaux.

He is preceded in death by his father, Claude Dugas, his mother, Elvie Estilette Dugas and his wife, Norma Janise Dugas, of Church Point, LA and his longtime caregiver companion, Ruby Johnson.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Dugas’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date for James L. Bullard, 84, who passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 2:25 P.M. at Opelousas General Hospital in Opelousas.

Survivors include his wife of forty-nine years, Betty M. Bullard of Church Point; three daughters, Christina and husband, Jerry Nichols of Anderson, SC, Tonya and husband, Ricky Ball of El Dorado, AR, Kathy Yette of Church Point; two sisters, Bobby Shaw of Stamps, AR, and Betty Kospel of Tennessee; two brothers, Pete Bullard of El Dorado, AR, Marvin “Buck” Bullard of El Dorado, AR; seven grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren.

Mr. Bullard was preceded in death by one daughter, Kimberly Daigle; his parents, Robert and Ora C. Bullard; three sisters, Pat, Linda, and Mickie; nine brothers, Billy, Randy, Tom, Tony, Jerry, and Donnie.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Bullard’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at Our Lady of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point for Cole J. Stanford, 10, who passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 10:25 P.M. at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital in Baton Rouge.

Fr. Brian Harrington, Pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in St. Edward Catholic Church Cemetery in Richard.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 10:00 A.M until Saturday at 12:30 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.Perè Rozas will recite the Rosary on Friday at 6 o’clock in the evening in the Funeral Home Chapel.

Survivors include his parents, Jonathon and Amy Richard Stanford of Church Point; five sisters, Blake, Blair, Lainey, Lola, and Minnie Stanford all of Church Point; three brothers, Isaac, Brock, and Jacques Stanford all of Church Point; one niece, Charlie Braman of Church Point; his paternal grandmother, Barbara Stanford of Church Point; his maternal grandparents, Lonnie and Elaine Richard of Richard.

Cole was a 5th grade student at OMP and a proud altar server at the school Masses. He loved spending all of his free time in the seat of a tractor, or on a 4 wheeler.Cole was employed by his family businesses, and he was a hard worker.

Cole was preceded in death by his brother, Tyler Jude Stanford; paternal grandfather, John Stanford.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Cole’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at 11:00 A. M. at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Lawtell for Carrol N. Castille, 81, who passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 9:38 P.M. at Acadia St. Landry Guest Home in Church Point.

Pastor Mark LeDoux, Pastor of St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Lawtell.Burial will be held in the St. Bridget’s Catholic Church Cemetery in Lawtell.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Friday, February 16, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. until 8:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.A Rosary will be recited on Friday at 6 o’clock in the evening in the Funeral Home Chapel.Visitation will resume on Saturday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services.

Survivors include two sons, James Tony Castille and companion Penny Duhon of Lawtell, Mitchell Castille of Church Point; five sisters, Angie Stanford of Opelousas, Shirley Olivier of Lawtell, Linda Babineaux of Lawtell, Carolyn and husband, Dave Faul of Lawtell, and Tammy and husband, Kenneth Prudhomme of Lawtell; two brothers, Gurphy and wife, Theresa Castille of Lawtell, and Andrew Castille of Lawtell; several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Castille was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Doris J. Castille; his parents, Joel and Lilly R. Castille; two sisters, JoAnn Castille, andDorothy Robinson; four brothers, Etienne, L. J., Joel, and Murphy Castille.

Pallbearers for the service will be Ricky Castlle, Shawn Boudreaux, Michael LeBlanc, Luke Prudhomme, Jared Babineaux, and Jason Lavergne.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Castille’s at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 3:00 P.M. at The Point Church in Church Point for Jimmie Dale Schmitt, 91, who passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2025 at 4:20 P.M. at The Ellington in Rayne.

Bishop Rick Pavlu of The Point Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church New Cemetery in Church Point.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. until time of services at The Point Church in Church Point.

Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Walters Schmitt of Church Point; one son, Dale and wife, Peggy Schmitt of Opelousas; one granddaughter, Angel Schmitt of Jacksonville, FL; one great-grandson, Michael Schmitt of Jacksonville, FL; three step-sons, Doug and wife, Cindy Walters of Church Point; Glenn and wife Paula Walters of Rayne, Clarence and companion Cathy of Forked River, NJ., two step daughters Carol and Bruce Dye of Lucedale, MS., Teresa and Cliff Conrad of Coeur d’alene Idaho; seven step-granddaughter, Dakota Walters of Church Point;Tabitha Howell of Lucedale, MS, Miranda Cowart of Lucedale, MS, Kristy Mills of Newkirk, OK, Chasity Walters of Forked River, NJ, Stormy Mongiello of Forked River, NJ, Samantha Matthews of Forked River, NJ; five step-grandsons, Brad Dye of Lucedale, Ms, Joshua Olivier of Seattle,WA, Clint Walters of Dallas, TX, Jeremy Walters of Rayne, and Conner Walters of Rayne.

Jim lived a happy, fun, and full life. His friendships and passions carried him from the cornfields of Nebraska to the crawfish ponds and rice fields of Louisiana. He served in the United States Air Force until he was honorably discharged. From there, he became a mail carrier with the United States Postal service, where he served faithfully for many years. In his spare time, he worked as a DJ at KSLO radio station where he received many laughs as the Nebraskan DJ trying to pronounce Cajun names live on air.Jim had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge that never dimmed. He loved learning about all things but was particularly interested in aeronautics, space travel and exploration, NASA, maps, and weather. He was the perfect gentleman, always acting with honor and dignity that is rare today. Until the day of his passing, Jim prioritized and loved his family, his church, his community, and his God.

Mr. Schmitt was preceded in death by his parents, Winford and Violet Schmitt; three sisters, Virginia Hodge, Adaline Long, and Winifred Schmitt; two brothers-in-law, William Holly Hodge, and Robert Long; two step granddaughters, Bethany and Ashley Walters; several Aunts, Uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Schmitt’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: Calvin Joseph Briscoe, Sr., 88, died Monday, February 5, 2024 at a Houston hospital after a lengthy illness.He was born July 17, 1935, in Church Point to Ollie and Iris Briscoe. He is survived by his two children, son Joe (Ami) Briscoe of Cove, TX. and daughter Jessica (Bryan) Lord Baytown, TX.; One brother Ollie (Angela) Briscoe Jr. of New Iberia, LA and two sisters Kate Miller of Church Point, LA and Polly (Van) LaCombe of Egan, LA.; sister in law Adelise Pittard of Bosier City, LA and Carol (Charles) Anderson of Apex, NC. Surviving grandchildren include Clay Schrock of Baytown Tx, Jacob (Makayla) Schrock of Anahuac, Tx, Mackenzie Briscoe of Cove, TX, and Payden Lord of Baytown, TX, and two great-grandchildren, Levi and Ezekiel Schrock, Anahuac, TX. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Gen Briscoe; his parents, his twin brother Carol Briscoe of Baytown and sister Nelda Thibodeaux of Church Point LA., sister in law Kathleen Briscoe of Baytown, TX and brother in law Lane Pittard of Bosier City, LA.Mr. Briscoe was a resident of Baytown, TX for 60 years. He was employed with the Mobay/Bayer Corporation for over 35 years. Pallbearers will include Scott and Brad Miller, Mike and David Briscoe and Kevin and Joey Cormier. Honorary pallbearers include Clay and Jacob Schrock and Thomas Briscoe. Visitation and a brief service will be Saturday February 10, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The internment will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Eunice, LA, under the direction of Duhon Funeral Home.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 3:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Rayne for Belva T. Meche, 80, who passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024 at 11:45 A.M. at Acadia St. Landry Guest Home in Church Point.

Deacon Denis LaCroix, from St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in St. Joseph Catholic Church New Cemetery in Rayne.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. until time of services all in the Funeral Home Chapel in Rayne.A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday at 2 o’clock in the afternoon in the Funeral Home Chapel.

Survivors include two daughters, Priscilla and husband, Kevin Duhon of Scott, Cathy and husband, Kim Devalcourt of Branch; two sons, Randy Meche of Rayne, and Daniel Meche of Texas; four sister, Lois Quebodeaux of Church Point, Martha and husband, Claude of New Iberia, Sandra Gary of Scott, and Mona and husband, Michael LaCroix of Rayne; eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Ms. Meche was preceded in death by her husband, Emar Meche; one son, Kevin Meche; her parents, Louis and Ednez D. Thibodeaux; five brothers, Russell, Louis, Kenneth, Hershell, and Wayne Thibodeaux; three sisters, Autherine Thibodeaux, Carolyn Lavergne, and Marquitha Thibodeaux; two brothers-in-law, Terry Quebodeaux, and James Lavergne.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry and express condolences to Ms. Meche’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com.

Duhon Funeral Home-Rayne, (337) 334-3600, 900 East Texas Ave., Rayne, LA 70578 is in charge of all of the arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will bel held on Monday, January 29, 2024, at 3:30 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home in Church Point for Roland Vasseur, 63, who passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at his home in Church Point at 10:24 A.M.

Deacon Byrne Winn will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in Bertrand Cemetery in Prairie Rhonde.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Monday, January 29,2024 at 9:00 A.M. until time of services in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.A Rosary will be recited on Monday at 3 o’clock in the afternoon.

Survivors include his wife of forty years, Deidra Hebert of Church Point; one son, Kirby Vasseur of Church Point; one daughter, Valene Vasseur and fiancé, Charles Gants of Church Point; one brother, Dennis and wife, Bridget Vasseur of Prairie Rhonde; two sisters, Linda Ortego of Prairie Rhonde, Elaine Vasseur of Carencro; his mother-in-law, Sadie Hebert of Church Point; two grandchildren, Amayah, and Landis Gants.

Mr. Vasseur was preceded in death by one son, Roland Vasseur, Jr.; his parents, Leo and Versey O. Vasseur; two sisters, Betty Pommier, and Jeanette Ardoin.

Pallbearers for the services will be Kirby Vasseur, Dennis Vasseur, Kevin Thibodeaux, Glenn “Snake” Sonnier, Paul Vasseur, and Tony Vasseur.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry and express condolences online to Mr. Vasseur’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com.

Duhon Funeral Home, LLC, (337) 684-5552, 701 S. Broadway Street, Church Point, LA 70525 is in charge of the arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Jessie Wimberley died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on January 16, 2024, in Church Point, Louisiana, at the age of 85. Born on May 3, 1938, Jessie grew up in Lewisburg, Louisiana, and graduated from Lawtell High School.Jessie’s family owned and operated Wimberley’s Sweet Potato Packing and Shipping in Church Point, Louisiana.It was during the early years of the business where he met and later married the love of his life, Dot (McBride) Wimberley.Jessie managed the packing and shipping business while simultaneously operating Wimberley’s Auto Parts and Texaco Gas Station. Many friends would walk through the doors of “the station or the kiln” for a game of cards, a cup of coffee or a friendly conversation.Jessie had a passion for thoroughbred horse racing.He would frequent the race tracks throughout Louisiana both as a trainer and a fan of the sport.His family and friends spent many nights supporting him and his talented race horses.Jessie was also a sports enthusiast.From his early days playing high school basketball for the Lawtell Eagles, his years playing in the Independent Men’s Basketball League and fast pitch softball for Canal Refinery and JAX beer, Jessie made many friends who shared his passion for sports.

Jessie was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dot (McBride) Wimberley, his son, Girard “Jerry” Wimberley, son-in-law, Gerard Barousse; great-grandson, Rhett Wimberley; his parents, May (Bourque) and Irvin “Noon Noon” Wimberley, siblings Roderick and Mattie Wimberley and his in-laws, Harry and Myrtle (Rasberry) McBride.

He is survived by his children Rachel Wimberley, Jessica Barousse, D’Lane Thomas and husband, Gabe, Mitchel Wimberley and wife, Stacy; daughter-in-law, Robyn Wimberley; siblings Bobby Wimberley and wife Pearl, Bill Wimberley and wife Estelle, Dale Wimberley and wife Helen, Linda Brouillette and husband, George; Ann Latiolais and husband, Terry; sister in law, Guinny Wimberley; twelve grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers for the services will be Mitch Wimberley, Zan Wimberley, Jerry Wimberley, Koby Barousse, Jade-Michael Barousse, Gabe Thomas, Hunter Wimberley and Sandy Leger.

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for Patrick H. Hebert, 81, who passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 12:05 P.M.at the Acadia St. Landry Guest Home in Church Point.

Deacon David Menard from St. Charles Catholic Church in Grand Coteau will be officiating the services.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. until time of services all in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.

Survivors include his wife of fifty nine years, Judy T. Hebert of Branch; one son, Paul, Sr. and wife, Brenda Hebert of Branch; two sisters, Margie DuBose of Branch, and Glenda and Terry Smith of Branch; four grandchildren, Paul Hebert, Jr. and wife, Katie of Rayne, Jacques and wife, Kimberlyn Hebert of Rayne, Crystal and husband, Blake Eskine of Church Point, and Jessica and husband, Adam Burgess of Church Point; fifteen great-grandchildren, Elodie, Judith, Jameson, Waverly, Declan, Athena, Wyatt, Eric, Leif, Jarrod, Lexi, Leelyn, Adaleigh, Clara, and Hendrix; two great-great-grandchildren, Magnolia, and Colton.

Mr. Hebert was preceded in death by his parents, Annie and Albus Hebert; his maternal grandparents, Menoah Brooks Doucet and the former Celiemine Bergeron; his paternal grandparents, Paul Hebert and the former Clarissa Thibodeaux.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Hebert’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.

Obituary Preview: A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 3:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for James “Ricky” Daigle, 72, who passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, December 31, 2023.

Pastor Berl Adams, Pastor of The First Baptist Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in The First Baptist Church Cemetery in Church Point.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 9:30 A.M. until time of services all in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.

Survivors include one daughter, Jamie Daigle, and (Latrelle) of Abbeville; one son, Cameron Daigle of Austin, TX; wife, Toni L. Daigle of Austin, TX; one step-daughter, Kelly and husband, Richard Edwards of Austin, TX; one step-son, Jonathan Spyker and fiancé, Katie Evans of Austin, TX; one brother, John and wife, Norma Daigle of Branch; three grandchildren, Bailey, Abigail, and Nathan.

Mr. Daigle was preceded in death by his parents, Nolton and Nora S. Daigle; two brothers, Joe, and Jackie Daigle.

Obituary Preview: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 29, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Church Point for Reva E. Savoy, 69, who passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 5:20 P.M. at Acadia St. Landry Guest Home in Church Point.

Fr. Pius Ajiki, Pastor of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Church Point will be officiating for the services.Burial will be held in Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church new Cemetery in Church Point.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Friday, December 29, 2023 at 8:00 A.M. until time of services all in Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Church Point.

Survivors include two sons, Norman Savoy and wife, Rachael Savoy of Church Point, Mark Savoy of Church Point; five grandchildren, Kelsey S. Savoy, Mark B. Savoy, Cessalie Carrier, Kaitlyn Savoy, and Joseph Guidry; six brothers, Floyd and wife, Arthurine Eaglin of Creole, Junius and wife, Gwen Eaglin of Houston, Gerald Eaglin of Lake Charles, Arthur and wife, Mildred Eaglin of Eunice, Frank and wife, Joyce Eaglin of Houston, and Jerome Davis of Branch; six sisters, Mary and husband, Robert citizen of Sulphur, Geraldine Eaglin of Church Point, Alice Eaglin of Church Point, Virginia and husband, Michael Guidry of Church Point, Joycie Davis of Church Point, and Jeanelle Walker of Lafayette.

Ms. Savoy was preceded in death by her husband, Norman “Poochi” Savoy, Sr.; one brother, Louis "Freak" Eaglin.

You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Ms. Savoy’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com or Duhon Funeral Home, LLC (337) 684-5552.