Obituaries

Opelousas, Louisiana Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Opelousas, Louisiana & Surrounding Areas

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...

Celine Marie Hutchins

Celine Marie Hutchins

Jan 25, 2024

Celine Marie Hutchins, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on January 25, 2024, at Opelousas General Health System. She was a caring and loving individual who dedicated her life to her family. Marie was born on November 19, 1951.

Marie's personality was characterized by her immense love and care for her family. She cherished every moment spent with her...

Edward Barron

Edward Barron

Jan 24, 2024

Port Barre- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Edward Barron on Friday, January 26, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Very Rev. MSGR Curtis Mallet will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Port Barre.

Edward Barron, passed away on January 24, 2024, the day after...

Melissa Elston

Melissa Elston

Jan 23, 2024

Melissa Elston, a beloved homemaker, passed peacefully on January 23, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. She was born on April 21, 1971, and her departure has left a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Melissa will forever be remembered as a very loving and caring person. Her kind and compassionate nature were evident in...

Frank Justin Artigue

Frank Justin Artigue

Jan 22, 2024

Frank Justin Artigue, 28, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024, at Johnson City Medical Center in Johnson City, Tennessee. Justin was surrounded by love from his family and friends during his final days.

Justin was born July 10, 1995, to loving parents Frank Jude Artigue and Carrie Broussard Artigue. He attended Cathedral-Carmel Catholic School and Lafayette High School. Justin grew...

Sherry Ann Rivette

Sherry Ann Rivette

Jan 22, 2024

Opelousas- Funeral service will be held for Sherry Ann Rivette, on Saturday, January 27, at 11:00 a.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Benny Reppond will officiate the service. A visitation will be held on Saturday, in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel from 9:00 a.m. till 10:30 a.m.

Sherry Ann Rivette, a beloved homemaker and a very loving and caring...

Virginia Lee Badeaux

Virginia Lee Badeaux

Jan 21, 2024

Port Barre- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Fr. Clint will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Mausoleum in Port Barre.

Virginia Lee Badeaux, known as Jenny, passed away on January 21, 2024, at the Calcutta House. She...

Patti C. Nguyen

Patti C. Nguyen

Jan 20, 2024

Patti Lane Charles Nguyen , September 8th 1959 – January 20th 2024. 64 years old, a Port Barre native and a PBHS class of 75 graduate, passed away Saturday morning at Oschner Hospital in Plaquemine, La. She was the daughter of Alice and Jimmy Charles, both of Port Barre. Patti has two siblings, Ricky Charles and Lisa Charles Grimmett. Patti...

Sr. Mary Elizabeth Demeo, MSC

Sr. Mary Elizabeth Demeo, MSC

Jan 15, 2024

Opelousas- Sister Mary Elizabeth Demeo, MSC (AKA Sr. Mary Assumpta) was born April 2, 1934 in Waltham, Massachusetts.  She died on January 15, 2024 at 3:15 AM at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Nursing Home in Opelousas, Louisiana.

She was the seventh child of a family of twelve born to Joseph Demeo, a native of Italy, and Filomena DeMarco Demeo...

Marlene Ann Caillouet

Marlene Ann Caillouet

Jan 13, 2024

Marlene Ann Caillouet passed away on January 13, 2024, in Baton Rouge. A private family service conducted by Deacon Sammy Diesi of St. Landry Catholic Church will be held Saturday, January 20, 2024, in Belleview Cemetery, Opelousas, Louisiana.

 

She was born in Church Point, Louisiana, October 27, 1933, to James Caillouet and Edna Daigle Caillouet, but spent most...

John E. Soileau

John E. Soileau

Jan 13, 2024

Opelousas- A Funeral Service will be held for Mr. John E. Soileau on Monday, January 15, 2024 at 12 NOON in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel of Opelousas. Deacon Jerry Wyble will conduct the service. Visitation will be held on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Washington.

John E....

James Edward LeBlanc, Jr.

James Edward LeBlanc, Jr.

Jan 11, 2024

 

PORT BARRE–Funeral service will be held at a later date for James Edward LeBlanc, Jr.

 

James was preceded in death by his parents, James Edward LeBlanc, Sr. and Connie Opel Trew LeBlanc, and one siste,r Jeanette LeBlanc.

 

Words of Comfort to the family may be expressed at www.sibillefuneralhomes.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sibille Funeral Home of...

Melissa Bazar

Melissa Bazar

Jan 8, 2024

Port Barre-A Mass of Christian Burial for Melissa Bazar will be on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 1:00 pm in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Fr. Jared Suire will celebrate the Mass.

Melissa Bazar, a loving and caring homemaker, passed away on January 8, 2024. She was born on October 7, 1964, in Opelousas, Louisiana. Melissa was...

Wilson Lee Stelly

Wilson Lee Stelly

Jan 7, 2024

Port Barre-Wilson Lee Stelly, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on January 7, 2024. He was born in Opelousas on July 17, 1949, to his loving parents Wilson and Norma Lee Stelly.

 

In Addition to his career as a pasta salesman and painter, Wilson dedicated himself...

Kiyoe Sonnier

Kiyoe Sonnier

Jan 4, 2024

PORT BARRE– A Funeral Service will be held for Kiyoe “Kimmie” Kimura Sonnier, on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel in Port Barre. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service in the funeral home.

Kimmie, age 96, born in Sapporo, Japan, entered into eternal rest on...

Leon "Sonny" Ray, Sr.

Leon "Sonny" Ray, Sr.

Dec 31, 2023

"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18)

Sadness abounds at the announcement of the death of a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to many who crossed his path in this life.

Funeral services for Mr. Leon Karl “Sonny” Ray, Sr., 78, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 6,...

Carolyn Rose Dupre

Carolyn Rose Dupre

Dec 30, 2023

Port Barre -Carolyn Rose Dupre, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away on December 30, 2023, at Opelousas General Health System. She was born November 18, 1949, in Courtableau to Ervin and Minnie Hooks. Carolyn was a homemaker who dedicated her life to raising her family.

Carolyn had a warm and nurturing spirit that made her house truly feel like...

Jeannette "Jeannie" Dupre

Jeannette "Jeannie" Dupre

Dec 30, 2023

Opelousas- Funeral services for Jeannie Young Dupre will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2024 in Sibille Funeral Home Chapel in Opelousas. Reverend Perry Hubbs will conduct the service, and the eulogy will be given by her daughters. Burial will be held at Bellevue Memorial Park Cemetery in Opelousas.

Jeannie Young Dupre, a resident of Carencro, LA,...

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