Obituaries
Opelousas, Louisiana Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Opelousas, Louisiana & Surrounding Areas
Pamela Faith Zerangue Arceneaux
Dec 5, 2023
Opelousas- Pamela Faith Arceneaux will be remembered for the way she celebrated the big and small things in life. With a strong faith, love of nature, and immense enjoyment from time with friends and family — she lived her days to the fullest. After several years of a fight with Alzheimer’s Pamela passed peacefully in her home in Dripping Springs,...
Joycelyn Guillory Johnson
Dec 4, 2023
Port Barre- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Joycelyn Guillory Johnson on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Port Barre. Visitation will be held in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service; the rosary will be recited at 2:30 p.m. Fr....
James "Jimmy" Brinkhaus
Nov 28, 2023
“I know that soon my life will be over. I thank God for it, and for all He has given me in this life…But I look forward to Heaven.” Jimmy, age 63, left us on November 28, 2023. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family. Visitation will be held in Sibille Funeral Home chapel,...
Madelyn "Maggie" FitzGerald Halphen
Nov 27, 2023
OPELOUSAS- A Mass of Christian Burial for Madelyn (Maggie) FitzGerald Halphen will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Msgr. Keith DeRouen and Fr. James Brady will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Rite of Committal will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas.
On November 27, 2023, Madelyn...
Sr. Audrey Ruth Donnenfelser
Nov 25, 2023
Sister Audrey Ruth Donnenfelser, MSC (AKA Sr. Maria Incarnata, MSC) was born February 19, 1933 in New Orleans, LA. She died at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Nursing on November 25, 2023 at 10:41 AM.
Sister Audrey Ruth was preceded in death by her father, Anthony Edward Donnenfelser and her mother, Edna Duples Donnenfelser; her sister, Melba Deakle (husband, Frederick...
Hunter Joseph Higdon
Nov 25, 2023
Port Barre -Hunter Joseph Higdon, a senior at Port Barre High School, passed away on November 25, 2023, in Opelousas. He was born on March 15, 2006, at Opelousas General Health System.
Hunter was known for his friendly and outgoing personality. He had a natural ability to connect with others and always went out of his way to make people...
Matthew Gene Richard
Nov 21, 2023
OPELOUSAS- A Mass of Christian Burial for Matthew Gene Richard will be held on Friday, November 24, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Fr. Clint Trahan will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Rite of Committal will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas.
Matthew Gene Richard, a devoted Catholic, loving husband, father, and...
Sue Traylor Devillier
Nov 15, 2023
Port Barre- A Funeral Service will be held for Sue Traylor Devillier on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 1:00 PM in the First Baptist Church of Port Barre. Visitation will be held in the church from 9:00 AM until the time of service. Pastor Joe Jenkins will conduct the service. Burial will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas.
Sue...
Albert Paul St. Amand
Nov 12, 2023
Opelousas - Albert Paul St. Amand, a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2023, at Lafayette General Medical Center. He was born on September 12, 1938, in Opelousas, Louisiana. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to his craft, Albert made a lasting impact through his career in the sewing industry.Paul's journey in the sewing...
Anna Mae Robin Stelly
Nov 7, 2023
Opelousas- A Funeral Service will be held for Anna Mae Robin Stelly on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor David Richard will conduct the service. Rite of Committal will follow in the St. Leo Church Cemetery.
Anna passed away on November 7, 2023, in Corpus Christi Texas, at the age of 75....
Linus Joseph Cortez, II
Nov 6, 2023
Linus Joseph Cortez II of Opelousas, Louisiana died peacefully, surrounded by family on November 6, 2023. He enjoyed a full and joyful life and left this earth with dignity, comfort and a strong faith in God looking forward to eternal life in heaven.
Linus was born in the Lawtell, Louisiana area at home on October 8, 1926. He grew up...
Vickie Andrus
Nov 4, 2023
Opelousas- A Funeral Service for Vickie Andrus will be held at a later date.
Vickie, a member of the Opelousas community and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully at her residence. She was born on March 22, 1955, in Opelousas, and entered into eternal rest on November 4, 2023.
Vickie is survived by her husband of 34...
Wilton Paul Pomier
Oct 23, 2023
Wilton Paul Pomier, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on October 23, 2023, at Calcutta House. Born on December 7, 1955, in Lafayette, Wilton graced the world with his presence for 67 years. He will forever be remembered for his loving and caring nature that touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.Wilton's warm heart...
Hattie Bell Stoute
Oct 22, 2023
Port Barre- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Hattie Bell Stoute on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Port Barre. Visitation will be held in the church on Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. until the time of service; the rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. by Myra Duplechain. Fr....
Ludema Helen LaFleur
Oct 18, 2023
OPELOUSAS- A Funeral Service will be held for Ludema Helen Lafleur on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel of Opelousas. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Sylvester Murphy of Cornerstone International Ministry in Ville Platte will conduct the funeral service. Burial...
Ronald James Theriot
Oct 17, 2023
Opelousas- A Funeral Service will be held for Ronald James Theriot on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel of Opelousas. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service; the rosary will be recited at 1:45 p.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home of Opelousas. Deacon Jerome Collins will...
Richard Gordon "Dicky" Parker, Sr.
Oct 12, 2023
Richard Gordon "Dicky" Parker, Sr., a beloved farmer and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2023, at his home. He was born on September 22, 1948, in Baton Rouge, LA. Dickie was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who touched the lives of many with his love and caring nature.Dicky's passion for farming was evident...
Babette Elizabeth Stephen
Oct 9, 2023
Babette Elizabeth Stephen, a dedicated and loving wife, mother, caregiver, and schoolteacher, passed away peacefully at her home on October 9, 2023. She was born on June 11, 1947, in Donaldsonville, LA.
Babette was married to the love of her life, Sonny, for over 54 years. Their covenant and commitment to each other was unwavering.
Her proudest accomplishments included raising...
Nelma Darbonne Olivier
Oct 8, 2023
Nelma Darbonne Olivier was born on May 9, 1938, in Opelousas, Louisiana. She lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and devotion to her family and friends. Nelma Darbonne Olivier, age 85, passed away on October 8, 2023, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever be etched in the hearts of all who knew her.
Nelma worked for an impressive...
Ronald Guillory
Oct 8, 2023
Port Barre- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Ronald Guillory on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Visitation will be held on Monday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home of Port Barre, the rosary will be recited at 12:30 p.m. Fr. Clint...
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