Obituaries

Eunice, Basile & Iota, Louisiana Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Eunice, Basile & Iota, Louisiana & Surrounding Areas

Irene Baugard Ortego

Irene Baugard Ortego

Oct 3, 2024

EUNICE- With heavy hearts, the family of Irene B. Ortego announces her peaceful passing on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the Carpenter House in Lafayette at the age of 80. A Celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Eunice, followed by her burial in Mt. Calvary Cemetery,...

Mary Jane Bertrand Blanchard

Mary Jane Bertrand Blanchard

Sep 28, 2024

EUNICE- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Jane Bertrand Blanchard, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend who left this world Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the age of 88, surrounded by her loving family.

Mary, born on July 6, 1936, to Oday and Ava LeJeune Bertrand, touched many lives with her warmth and kindness....

Alex Glenn Davis

Alex Glenn Davis

Sep 24, 2024

BASILE - With heavy hearts, the family of Alex Glenn Davis announces his passing on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, in Eunice at the age of 54. To honor his memory, graveside services will be held at St. Augustine Mausoleum on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 1:00 PM with Father Keenan Brown officiating, followed by a reception at the Assumption Hall,...

Magan "Maga" Bellard

Magan "Maga" Bellard

Sep 24, 2024

BASILE- With heavy hearts the family of Magan “Maga” Bellard announces her passing on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes in Lafayette at the age of 47. To honor her beautiful spirit and memory, a visitation and graveside service will both take place at the Assumption Cemetery in Basile on Monday, October 14, 2024. Visitation will be...

Weldon Guillory

Weldon Guillory

Sep 23, 2024

BASILE-It is with heavy hearts that the family of Weldon Joseph Guillory announces his passing on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the Christus Highland Medical Center in Shreveport at the age of 76. A Celebration of Life will be Celebrated at 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Basile. Rite of Committal will...

Marlene Richard

Marlene Richard

Sep 20, 2024

 With heavy hearts, the family of Marlene Simmons Richard announces her peaceful passing on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Lafayette General Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. She lived a remarkable 87 years, leaving an indelible mark on those she touched.

 A celebration of her life will be held at noon Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home...

Brenda Kay Lavergne

Brenda Kay Lavergne

Sep 20, 2024

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brenda Kay Lavergne, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother who left this world Friday, September 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was 66 years.

 Brenda was born on October 1, 1957, to Lew Allen and Mavis Marcantel Manuel. Her nurturing spirit shone brightly throughout her life as...

Billy "Pops" McCauley

Billy "Pops" McCauley

Sep 17, 2024

EUNICE-~It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that the family of Billy McCauley announces his passing on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the Acadian Medical Center in Eunice at the age of 68. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 2:00 pm on Friday, September 20, 2024, at the Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice.

Billy was born on...

Joann Brett Reed

Joann Brett Reed

Sep 11, 2024

EUNICE-It is with great sadness that the family of Joann Brett Reed announces her passing on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at the Eunice Manor at the age of 80. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 11:00am at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Joann was born...

Earlene Bordelon

Earlene Bordelon

Sep 9, 2024

EUNICE-It is with profound sadness that the family of Earlene Bordelon shares the news of her passing on Monday, September 9, 2024. Surrounded by her loved ones in her home in Eunice, Earlene departed this world peacefully at the age of 89.

 A Celebration of Life will be held in her honor on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 11:00 am at...

Sue Kim Price

Sue Kim Price

Sep 5, 2024

EUNICE - Sue Kim Price, born on Wednesday, April 19, 1978, peacefully departed this world on Thursday, September 5, 2024, in Jackson, Louisiana. Throughout her life, Sue was a beacon of joy, known for her always happy and laughing spirit that brought warmth to everyone she encountered. A Celebration of Life will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice...

Anita Janice Roy

Anita Janice Roy

Sep 4, 2024

BASILE- With heavy hearts the family of Anita Janice Roy announces her passing on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at the Amelia Manor Nursing Home in Lafayette at the age of 69. To honor her memory, a visitation take place on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at the Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Basile beginning at 11:00 am, followed by a Memorial...

Beninah James Jean

Beninah James Jean

Aug 29, 2024

EUNICE-It is with heavy hearts that the family of Beninah James Jean announce his passing on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 34. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in his honor on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 11:00 am at St. Ann Catholic Church in Mallet, La, followed by his interment at St. Ann Cemetery.

 Beninah...

Ruth Ann Courville Karl

Ruth Ann Courville Karl

Aug 28, 2024

EUNICE-It is with great sadness that the family of Ruth Ann Courville Karl announces her passing on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at the Oaklane Wellness and Rehabilitation Center in Eunice. She was 92. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 12:00 pm at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice with burial will follow in the...

Lavonia Faye Hicks Fontenot

Lavonia Faye Hicks Fontenot

Aug 25, 2024

IOTA-With heavy hearts, the family of Lavonia Faye Hicks Fontenot announces her passing on August 25, 2024, at her home in Iota with loving family at her side, at the age of 82. A Funeral Service will be held at 3:30 PM on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the Northside Assembly of God in Crowley led by Pastor Johnnie Ray...

Whitney "Ray" Ardoin

Whitney "Ray" Ardoin

Aug 24, 2024

                                               "AS PER RAY'S WISHES HE WOULD LIKE YOU TO WEAR RED"

With heavy hearts, the family of Whitney “Ray” Ardoin announces his unexpected passing on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at the Oak Lane Wellness and Rehabilitation Center. Ray...

Dr. Christopher Sanders

Dr. Christopher Sanders

Aug 22, 2024

Christopher Lee Sanders, MD, died peacefully at home on Thursday, August 22, 2024, following a lengthy and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis at the age of 55 years old.

 Born in New Orleans on November 5,1968 and raised in Nashville, TN by his parents, Diane and Dr Stan Sanders, Chris shared his father’s passion for academics. Upon graduation from Montgomery Belle...

Suzanne Marie Leckelt

Suzanne Marie Leckelt

Aug 20, 2024

 With heavy hearts, the family of Suzanne “Sue” Leckelt announces her sudden passing on August 20, 2024, at her home in Iota, at the age of 62. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Iota, with burial to follow in the Iota Cemetery, led by Pastor Kevin...

Ethel P. Manuel

Ethel P. Manuel

Aug 13, 2024

EUNICE- It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ethel P. Manuel on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 92. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 am on Friday, August 16, 2024, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Eunice. Burial...

Joseph Hubert Fontenot

Joseph Hubert Fontenot

Aug 13, 2024

BASILE-With heavy hearts the family of Joseph Hubert Fontenot announces his passing on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Eunice Manor surrounded by loved ones at the age of 80. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:00 pm on Friday, August 16, 2024, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Basile. Entombment will follow in the St. Augustine Mausoleum...

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