Harry Bellard

EUNICE-It is with heavy hearts that the family of Harry Bellard announces his passing on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Eunice Manor at the age of 92. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice. Burial will follow in the St. Paul Mausoleum with Father Hampton Davis, officiating. 

 Harry, born on August 14, 1932, to the late Joseph and Lucille LeBlanc Bellard, was a proud veteran of the United States Army. As a committed member of the CFMA, Cajun French Music Association, for over thirty years, Harry dedicated himself to preserving the rich cultural heritage of Cajun music and dance. He enjoyed cooking with the CFMA at the many local festivals. He was also the original owner of several cherished local establishments including Eunice Poultry, Jolly Roger’s Fried Chicken, Mama’s Fried Chicken, Lenny’s Restaurant, and Crispy Cajun. He was a testament to the values of hard work and dedication, alongside his six brothers who were also in the poultry industry. He found great joy in fishing and shared his love for Cajun dancing, not just as a participant but also as a teacher. 

 Harry will be missed by all who knew and loved him, especially his wife of seventy three years, Ruby Bellard of Eunice; his daughters, Debby Reed and husband, Terrell of Eunice, Linda Ouellette and husband, Claude of Eunice, and Heidi Champagne and husband, Ed of Carencro; his brother, Ronald Bellard and wife, Roma of Opelousas; six grandchildren, Emily Putman, Mindy Bollich, Sarah Lane, Libby Reed, and Emma and Olivia Champagne; eleven great grandchildren; two and one on the way great-great grandchildren; as well as extended family and friends.

 He is preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Ashton, Rodney, Calvin, Leroy, and A.C Bellard.

 At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm, and again on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 8:00 am until time of services. Deacon Chuck Ortego will pray a rosary at 6:30 pm Tuesday followed by a eulogy.

 Family and friends are invited to celebrate Harry’s life and legacy. Please visit www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and sign the guestbook.

 Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Eunice, 1301 West Laurel Ave, (337)457.3371 is in charge of arrangements.