Obituaries

Opelousas, Louisiana Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Opelousas, Louisiana & Surrounding Areas

Carl James Gauthier

Carl James Gauthier

Apr 13, 2024

Opelousas -It is of heavy heart we announce the passing of Carl Gauthier, 69 on April 13, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loving family.   Visitation will held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 4:00 p.m., until 10:00 p.m. A Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. in...

Martin Leger, Sr.

Martin Leger, Sr.

Apr 5, 2024

Leonville- A Celebration of Life will be held for Mr. Martin Leger, Sr. on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home of Opelousas. Inurnment will follow the celebration of life at the St. Leo Cemetery in Leonville. Martin Leger, Sr. was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who touched the lives of...

Clay “Brad” Jackson

Clay “Brad” Jackson

Apr 1, 2024

Clay Bradford Jackson (Brad), a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, suddenly left us on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024.Brad was born in Houston, TX at Ellington Fields, now NASA, on August 9, 1956. Growing up in a military family and as an Air Force “brat”, he lived in numerous places and graduated from Balboa High located in the...

Shirley Janet

Shirley Janet

Mar 30, 2024

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Shirley Janet on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Burial will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery.Shirley Janet, a beloved mother, and grandmother, cherished for her loving nature and devotion to her family, has passed away at Opelousas General Health System....

Charlotte Marie Guidry

Charlotte Marie Guidry

Mar 27, 2024

Charlotte Clark Guidry passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024 at her home following a long illness.  She was born October 17, 1944 in Bunkie, Louisiana.  She is survived by her husband of 55 years Wayne Guidry, daughters Kelly and husband Chris Maka, Kim Guidry, Katherine and husband Steven Kuss, and grandson Luke Austin Kuss.  She is also survived by...

Ethel Marie Patin

Ethel Marie Patin

Mar 26, 2024

Ethel Marie Patin, born on August 8, 1948, bid farewell to the world on March 26, 2024, at Opelousas General. She was a compassionate soul known for her selfless nature and dedication to caring for others. Ethel's legacy as a caregiver extended beyond just her family; she touched the lives of many in her community through babysitting local children and...

Roma Gail Miller

Roma Gail Miller

Mar 17, 2024

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Roma Gail Guillory Miller on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:00 am. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. A visitation will be held from 8:30 until time of service. A Rosary will be prayed at 9:30 a.m. all in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Burial...

Bonnie Marie Richard

Bonnie Marie Richard

Feb 29, 2024

A graveside service will be held for Bonnie Marie Richard on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 3:30 pm n the Bellevue Memorial Park Cemetery. Deacon Bill Pollangue will conduct the service.

Bonnie, worked as a  cashier for L.S.U. University known for her warm and loving personality, she passed away at The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge. Born in Opelousas, she was...

Geraldine Vidrine

Geraldine Vidrine

Feb 26, 2024

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Geraldine Vidrine on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 1:30 pm in the St. Landry Catholic Church in Opelousas. Fr. Neil Petit will officate the Mass. Interment will follow in the St. Landry Mausoleum in Opelousas.

Geraldine Vidrine, a beloved office manager known for her exceptional skills and warm heart, passed away at...

Ainsley M. Kimble

Ainsley M. Kimble

Feb 23, 2024

Ainsley M. Kimble entered into eternal rest on February 23, 2024 in Kenner, LA. She was born on April 30, 1983 in Alexandria, LA to Chris Kimble and Fabian Brouillette Kimble. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Words of Comfort to the family may be expressed at www.sibillefuneralhomes.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sibille Funeral Home...

Arthur Peter "A.P." Red" Collins, Jr.

Arthur Peter "A.P." Red" Collins, Jr.

Feb 22, 2024

Opelousas- A Funeral Service will be held for Arthur “A.P." "Red” Collins, Jr. on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 11:00 AM in the Sibille Funeral Home of Opelousas. Fr. Neil Pettit will conduct the service. Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024 in the funeral home from 8:30 AM until the time of service; the rosary will be...

Huey "Paul" Wayne Guillory

Huey "Paul" Wayne Guillory

Feb 22, 2024

Port Barre- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Huey “Paul” Wayne Guillory on Monday, February 26, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Fr Clint Trahan will conduct the mass. A visitation will be held on Monday, February 26, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home...

Brian Mark Olivier

Brian Mark Olivier

Feb 19, 2024

Funeral service will be held on March 9, 2024 for Brian Mark Olivier at 1:00 pm in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Kevin Olivier will officiate the service. A visitation will held from 10:00 am until time of service.

Brian Mark Olivier, a wonder-filled and loving individual, bid farewell to the world at his home. He was born in Ville...

Lillie Jewel Dawsey Kennison

Lillie Jewel Dawsey Kennison

Feb 16, 2024

A funeral service will be held for Lillie Jewel Dawsey-Kennison on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel in Port Barre, with Pastor Benny Reppond officiating. The visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m.

Lillie Jewel Dawsey-Kennison, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2024, at...

David Sam LeJeune

David Sam LeJeune

Feb 8, 2024

Port Barre-A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for David LeJeune on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Port Barre. Fr. Clint Trahan will celebrate the mass. Rite of Committal will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. 

David Sam LeJeune, a committed public servant and dedicated member of his community, passed away...

Robert "Bobby" Lee Darbonne Sr.

Robert "Bobby" Lee Darbonne Sr.

Feb 5, 2024

Opelousas- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Robert “Bobby” Lee Darbonne on February 9, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Washington, La with Fr. Matthew Higginbotham. The Rite of Committal will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Washington, La. 

Robert “Bobby” Lee Darbonne Sr., beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on February 5,...

Lucien Richard, Jr.

Lucien Richard, Jr.

Feb 2, 2024

Lucien Richard, Jr., a loving father, grandfather, great-grand father, and brother, passed away on February 2, 2024, at his home in Arnaudville. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones during his final moments. Lucien was born on May 25, 1953, in Opelousas.

Lucien's life will be celebrated through a series of services at the Sibille Funeral Home located at...

Jerrald Guillory

Jerrald Guillory

Feb 1, 2024

Jerrald Guillory, a beloved man known for his kindheartedness, passed away on February 1, 2024 at the Calcutta House in Lafayette.  Jerrald lived a life filled with love and compassion for everyone he encountered. 

Jerrald had an impressive career in the oilfield industry. He dedicated many years to this field before retiring and joining Deluxe Check Printers Company in Atlanta, Georgia....

Katie Pierce Bartlett

Katie Pierce Bartlett

Jan 27, 2024

Krotz Springs Graveside service will be held for Katie Ellen Bartlett on Friday, February 02, at 1PM in the First Baptist Cemetery in Krotz Springs

with Pastor Benny Reppond officiating. Mrs. Bartlett died on Saturday, January 27, 2024 in Dothan, Alabama.

Daniel Craig Leger

Daniel Craig Leger

Jan 26, 2024

Daniel Craig Leger - August 18, 1969 - January 26, 2024

Daniel Craig Leger, age 54, passed away on January 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that touched the lives of those around. He was born on August 18, 1969, in Opelousas to Lawrence and Melba Leger. Craig was a beloved son, brother, and friend whose memory...

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