Obituaries

Opelousas, Louisiana Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Opelousas, Louisiana & Surrounding Areas

Anna Joyce Jones

Anna Joyce Jones

Aug 30, 2023

Anna Joyce Jones

Anna Joyce Jones, age 85, passed away on August 30, 2023, in Washington, La. She was born on June 4, 1938, in Melville, La. Anna Joyce was a loving wife, devoted mother, doting grandmother, and cherished great-grandmother. Anna Joyce's life revolved around her faith in God and her dedication to her family. She found immense joy in attending...

Si Gabriel Sonnier

Si Gabriel Sonnier

Aug 28, 2023

Opelousas- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Si Gabriel Sonnier on Thursday, August 31, at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Lawtell. Fr. Mark Ledoux will be the celebrant for the Mass and Fr. Ted Broussard the con celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Bridget Cemetery in Lawtell.

Si Gabriel Sonnier, a lineman with a promising future...

Debra B Graves

Debra B Graves

Aug 27, 2023

Debra B Graves, born on May 14, 1956, in White Castle, LA, bid farewell to this world on August 27, 2023, in Opelousas, LA. Her passing has left a profound void in the lives of her loved ones and friends. Debra was a remarkable individual who touched the hearts of everyone she encountered.Debra's life was defined by her warmth, kindness,...

Bonnie Ann Willingham

Bonnie Ann Willingham

Aug 26, 2023

OPELOUSAS- A Funeral Service will be held for Bonnie Ann Willingham on Friday, September 1, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Sibille Funeral Home in Opelousas. Reverend Benny Reppond will conduct the service. Visitation will be held on Friday from 9:00 AM until the time of service. Burial will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas. 

Bonnie Ann Willingham, peacefully...

Gerald Bob Marks

Gerald Bob Marks

Aug 26, 2023

OPELOUSAS- A Funeral Service will be held for Gerald Bob Marks on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 1:00 PM in the Sibille Funeral Home of Opelousas. Deacon Ulysse Joubert will conduct the service. Burial will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park.

Gerald Bob Marks, a beloved member of the Opelousas community, passed away peacefully at his home on August 26, 2023....

Louanna Sonnier

Louanna Sonnier

Aug 24, 2023

OPELOUSAS- A Rosary Service will be held for Louanna Sonnier, on Friday, August 25, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Sibille Funeral Home in Opelousas. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM in the funeral home. Burial will follow at the Bertrand Family Cemetery in Prairie Ronde. 

Louanna Sonnier, born Louanna Fontenot on October 18, 1932, peacefully...

Joyce LeBlanc Sattler

Joyce LeBlanc Sattler

Aug 21, 2023

Joyce LeBlanc Sattler, age 92, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2023. She was born on September 30, 1930, to Laurence and Eva LeBlanc in Waxia, LA. Joyce was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.Joyce had a passion for sewing and crocheting. She could often be found working on...

Yves Bergeron Jr.

Yves Bergeron Jr.

Aug 19, 2023

 

Yves Bergeron Jr., affectionately known as Harry, was born on July 25, 1962, in Lafayette, Louisiana. He peacefully passed away on August 19, 2023, at Opelousas General Hospital. Harry's obituary will reflect the respect and admiration that surrounded his life.

Harry grew up in a big, loving family, with his parents Clemmie Guidroz and Yves Bergeron Sr. by his...

Dr. Daniel Buller, Sr.

Dr. Daniel Buller, Sr.

Aug 12, 2023

OPELOUSAS- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Dr. Daniel Hayden Buller, Sr. on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. in the Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Opelousas. Monsignor Keith DeRouen will celebrate the Mass. Rite of Committal will follow at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas.

Dr. Daniel Buller, Sr. passed away peacefully, at...

Sandra Theresa Collette

Sandra Theresa Collette

Aug 9, 2023

Opelousas- Funeral service & rosary for Sandra Collette will be on Thursday, August 17, 2023 beginning at 10 AM in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Sammy Diesi officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until time of service, with a Rosary to be prayed at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in the Bellevue...

Rebecca Ann Martin

Rebecca Ann Martin

Aug 6, 2023

Rebecca "Becky" Ann Martin - October 22, 1955 to August 6, 2023

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Rebecca "Becky" Ann Martin on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. in the St. Leo The Great Catholic Church in Leonville. Burial will follow in the St. Leo Catholic Cemetery in Leonville.Rebecca Ann Martin, beloved wife, mother, grandmother,...

Dora Mae Satterley

Dora Mae Satterley

Aug 4, 2023

Melville- A Funeral Service will be held for Dora Mae Boudreaux Satterley on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. in the First Pentecostal Church of Melville. Pastor Devon England will officiate the service and Rev. Bob Fruen will share the obituary. Rite of Committal will follow at Satterley Family Cemetery in Melville.

Dora Mae Satterley, known for her warmth,...

Joseph Ray Pitre

Joseph Ray Pitre

Jul 22, 2023

 

Opelousas – A Mass of Christian Burial for Joseph Ray Pitre will be held at 2:00 p.m. in the St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Grand Coteau with a Rosary at 1:45pm. The visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m.  Burial will follow in the St. Charles Cemetery.

Ray, age 84, a resident of Opelousas, entered into eternal rest on...

Warren Earl Fontenot

Warren Earl Fontenot

Jul 21, 2023

OPELOUSAS-  Funeral Service will be held for Warren Earl Fontenot on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas. Visitation will be on Friday, August 11, 2023 from 10:00 am until time of service, with a Rosary at 1:45 p.m.

Mr. Warren, age 88, a...

Gerald Dale Chachere

Gerald Dale Chachere

Jul 16, 2023

Opelousas- A Mass of Christian Burial for Gerald Dale Chachere will be held at 1:30 PM on July 22, 2023, at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Opelousas, LA. Reverend Jude W. Thierry, Jr. will be the celebrant of the funeral Mass. Gerald passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by family on July 16, 2023, at the age...

Sr. Janet Claire Bodin, MSC

Sr. Janet Claire Bodin, MSC

Jul 12, 2023

Sr. Janet Claire Bodin, MSC (AKA SR. Mary Josepha Bodin) was born May 21, 1933 in Franklin, Louisian.  She died at Opelousas General Hospital on July 12, 2023 at 4:26 PM.

Sr. Janet was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Bodin, and her mother, Laura Fernandez Bodin; and by her siblings: Bruce Anthony, Bennett Joseph, George Manley, Joseph Oleus,...

Brock Anthony Hebert

Brock Anthony Hebert

Jul 12, 2023

Opelousas – A Celebration of Life for Brock Anthony Hebert will be announced at a later date.

Brock, age 28, a resident of Opelousas, entered into eternal rest on July 12, 2023, at his home.

When Brock entered this earthly world on July 11, 1995 the world became a little brighter, upon his passing it has dimmed for so many...

Lawrence Blanchard Leger, Jr.

Lawrence Blanchard Leger, Jr.

Jul 8, 2023

 

Port Barre – A Christian Mass will be held for Lawrence Blanchard Leger, Jr. on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Fr. Clint Trahan will be the celebrate. Visitation will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 1:00 p.m. until time of mass.

Lawrence, age 57, a resident of Port Barre, entered into...

George Allen Wyble

George Allen Wyble

Jul 8, 2023

 

Port Barre – A Christian Mass will be held for George Allen Wyble on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Fr. Clint Trahan will be the celebrant. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until time of mass in the Sibille Funeral Home in Port Barre.

George, age 62, a resident of Port Barre,...

Jarvis Anthony Doucet

Jarvis Anthony Doucet

Jul 7, 2023

 

Port Barre – A Christian Mass will be held for Jarvis Anthony Doucet on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Fr. Clint Trahan will celebrate the Mass. Visitation will be from 8:00 a.m. until time of mass with a Rosary at 9:30 a.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre.

Anthony,...

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