Obituaries

Opelousas, Louisiana Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Opelousas, Louisiana & Surrounding Areas

Laurent Adam Thibodeaux, Jr.

Laurent Adam Thibodeaux, Jr.

Oct 17, 2025

Laurent Adam Thibodeaux, Jr., born on August 16, 1956, in Opelousas, Louisiana, left this world on October 17, 2025, at Lafayette General Health System. He was a man defined not just by his profession, but by the love he poured into his family.

For the majority of his life, Laurent dedicated himself to being a truck driver, working with BFI, Waste...

Brian G. Stanford

Brian G. Stanford

Oct 17, 2025

Port Barre- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Brian G. Stanford on Monday, October 20, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Fr. Henry Antony will conduct the Mass. Visitation will be held in the church on Monday from 8:30 a.m. until the time of Mass; the rosary will be recited...

Ferrell Joseph Comeaux

Ferrell Joseph Comeaux

Oct 16, 2025

Opelousas-Funeral service will be held for Ferrell Joseph Comeaux at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel, Deacon Dwayne Joubert will officiate the service. A Rosary will be prayed at 12:45 p.m. Burial will follow in the St. Leo Cemetery in Leonville.

Ferrell, born on February 6, 1959, in Opelousas, Louisiana, departed this life on...

Pamela Renee Malone

Pamela Renee Malone

Oct 6, 2025

Opelousas-A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Pamela Renee Malone at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2025 in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Washington, Fr. Corey Campeaux will officiate the Mass. A Rosary will be prayed at 11:30 a.m. There will be no visitation in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel.

Pam, a beloved soul whose presence warmed...

Laverne Thomason

Laverne Thomason

Oct 1, 2025

Opelousas– A Graveside Service will be held for Laverne Thomason at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas.

Laverne Thomason, a cherished pillar of the Opelousas community and a beloved friend to many, gracefully departed this world on October 1, 2025, at her residence in Opelousas. Born on September 19, 1927, in Dequincy, Louisiana, Laverne's...

Betty Ann Aymond

Betty Ann Aymond

Sep 29, 2025

Opelousas--A funeral service will be held for Betty Ann Aymond on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. by Deacon Dwayne Joubert, in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel. visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until time of service, a Rosary will be prayed at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.

Betty, a beloved homemaker and nurturing figure, passed away...

Johnny Ray Duplechain

Johnny Ray Duplechain

Sep 21, 2025

Port Barre-- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Johnny Ray Duplechain on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Fr. Clint Trahan will officiate the Mass. Burial will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Port Barre.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. until...

Margaret M. Smith

Margaret M. Smith

Sep 18, 2025

Grand Coteau– A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Margaret Smith at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Grand Coteau. Fr. Aaron Melancon will officiate the Mass. Rite of Committal will follow in the St. Charles Cemetery.

Margaret M. Smith, a beloved daughter, sister, dedicated nurse, and treasured friend, departed...

Mary Virgina Vidrine

Mary Virgina Vidrine

Sep 14, 2025

Opelousas- Service for Mary Virgina Vidrine will be held at a later date.

Mary, a beloved homemaker and devoted member of the community, passed away on September 14, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on April 10, 1961, in Oakdale, Louisiana, Mary brought warmth and love into the lives of those who knew her.

Mary dedicated herself to her family with...

Cheryl Faye Hidalgo

Cheryl Faye Hidalgo

Sep 10, 2025

PORT BARRE- A Memorial Gathering will be held for Cheryl Faye Hidalgo on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in Sibille Funeral Home chapel of Port Barre. Inurnment will follow in the Sacred Heart Mausoleum.

Cheryl Faye Hidalgo, born on December 17, 1946, in Opelousas, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at her residence in Opelousas on September 10,...

Hilario Ignacio Escobar

Hilario Ignacio Escobar

Sep 1, 2025

OPELOUSAS- A Funeral Service will be held for Hilario Ignacio Escobar on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in Unity Baptist Church of Opelousas. Pastor Greg Gaspard will conduct the service. Visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the Unity Baptist Church located at 11460 HWY 190, Opelousas, LA 70570.

Hilario Ignacio Escobar, born...

Micah Cullen Buller

Micah Cullen Buller

Aug 28, 2025

OPELOUSAS- A Celebration of Life for Micah Cullen Buller will be held on Sunday, August 31, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home of Opelousas. The rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. by Deacon Dwayne Joubert. A Memorial Service will be conducted by Micah’s uncle, Wynn Buller at 7:00 p.m. in Sibille Funeral Home...

David Paul Nezat

David Paul Nezat

Aug 27, 2025

July 2, 1965 – August 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Paul Nezat. Born July 2, 1965, in Eunice, Louisiana, Dave was the third of five boys born to James Lowell Dean and Deanna Joy Soileau Nezat.

A gifted athlete, Dave graduated from St. Edmunds High School in 1984, where he excelled in football,...

Cristina Perez-De'Tejera

Cristina Perez-De'Tejera

Aug 27, 2025

Cristina Perez-De'Tejera, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in Lafayette, Louisiana, at the age of 83. Cristina was born on Sunday, July 5, 1942, in Caracas, Venezuela, and her journey through life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family and her humble, caring spirit. A Mass of Christian Burial will...

Taylor James Brown

Taylor James Brown

Aug 26, 2025

OPELOUSAS- A Funeral Service will be held for Taylor James Brown on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in Sibille Funeral Home Chapel. Fr. Clint Trahan will officiate the service. Burial will follow in the Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Taylor, a loving son, devoted father, and talented mechanic, passed away on August 26, 2025, at the age of 30. Born on...

Joseph Russell Johnson, Sr.

Joseph Russell Johnson, Sr.

Aug 24, 2025

Graveside interment services for Joseph (Russell) Johnson, Sr., age 86, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick #2 Cemetery, 5000 Canal St., New Orleans, LA. He entered eternal rest on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, resident of Opelousas,...

Beulah Stoute LeJeune

Beulah Stoute LeJeune

Aug 24, 2025

PORT BARRE- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Beulah LeJeune on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Port Barre. Fr. Clint Trahan will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Beulah Stoute LeJeune, a beloved matriarch and gentle spirit, passed away peacefully on August 24,...

Sr. Elizabeth Marie Gremillion, MSC

Sr. Elizabeth Marie Gremillion, MSC

Aug 21, 2025

Sr. Elizabeth Marie Gremillion, MSC was born December 8, 1932 in Moreauville, Louisiana. She died at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Nursing Home in Opelousas, Louisiana on August 21, 2025 at 11:49 PM.

Sr. Elizabeth Marie was preceded in death by her father, Gustave Gremillion and her mother, Claudia Marie Lacour Gremillion and by her siblings: Gustave, Roland, Henry, Joseph, Margaret,...

Patricia Sheridan Wood

Patricia Sheridan Wood

Aug 19, 2025

AUGUSTA, TX- A Graveside Service will be held for Patricia Sheridan Wood on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the Augusta Cemetery in Augusta, Texas. Bro. Leon Wallace will officiate the service.

Patricia, a cherished member of her family and a dedicated professional in retail furniture sales, passed away on August 19, 2025, at the age of 86. Born...

Alice Guidry Hicks

Alice Guidry Hicks

Aug 5, 2025

Opelousas- A Funeral Service will be held for Alice Hicks on Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in Sibille Funeral Home Chapel of Opelousas. Pastor Perry Hubbs and Pastor Greg Gaspard will conduct the service. Burial will follow in the Palmetto Methodist Cemetery.

Alice Guidry Hicks, a cherished matriarch, was born on January 21, 1928, in Port Barre, Louisiana. She...