Obituaries
Carolyn Blanchard Luke
Oct 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolyn Blanchard Luke, who left us on October 23, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on July 13, 1944, in Houma, Louisiana, Carolyn spent her life in Bourg, where she touched the lives of many with her kindness and vibrant spirit.
We invite all who knew and loved Carolyn...
Clarence "CJ" Antoine Authement, Jr.
Oct 21, 2026
Clarence “C.J.” Antoine Authement, Jr., 69, passed away on October 21, 2026. He was a native and resident of Chauvin, LA.
Please check back for service time and date.
Clarence is survived by his sons, Jeremy Authement (Samantha), Leland Authement (Amanda); daughter, Michele Authement; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Darlene Authement.
Clarence is preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Ann Carrere Authement;...
D'Anna Malbrough Berger
Oct 17, 2026
D'Anna Malbrough Berger, age 56, a native of Houma, Louisiana, and resident of Henderson, Nevada, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 17, 2026, while visiting family in Louisiana.
Born on December 6, 1969, D'Anna was the beloved daughter of Joseph Diddier Malbrough, Sr. and Mary Faye Armand Malbrough. She grew up in Houma, Louisiana, and was a proud graduate of Vandebilt...
Earline Agnes Smith
Oct 20, 2026
Earline Ledet Smith, 87, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 7:12PM.Family and friends are invited to public visitation on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Point Aux Chenes, LA from 9:00am until service time. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow visitation on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at...
Leward "Sou" Henry
Oct 17, 2026
Leward "Sou" Henry, 96, of Chauvin, LA, was a devoted family man, proud Korean War veteran, and lifelong pillar of Terrebonne Parish, passed away on October 17, 2026. He was a quiet but strong leader who embodied the resilience, steadfast character, and quiet fortitude of a truly great man.
When his country called during the Korean War, he answered with unwavering duty...
James Louis Cherry Sr
Oct 16, 2026
James Cherry, Sr., age 90, passed away Friday, October 16, 2026. He was a longtime resident of Houma, La.Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma, Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 7:30 PM. Visitation will continue Friday, October 23, 2026 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church from 8:00...
Evelyn Melancon
Oct 15, 2026
Evelyn Dorothy Carlson Melancon, 100, of Houma, Louisiana passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026, with her loving family at her side. She was born on December 19, 1925, and was the beloved child of Archibald and Ruby Carlson.
Growing up in Houma, she graduated from Terrebonne High School and would later start her family whom she dedicated her life to...
Elaine Catherine Code Witty
Oct 14, 2026
Elaine Code Witty, a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and cherished family matriarch, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and family devotion.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation in honor of Elaine on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church beginning at 10:00a.m. until...
Linda Ann Gauthreaux Blanchard
Oct 13, 2026
Linda Ann Gauthreaux Blanchard, age 78 a native and resident of Houma, La., passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.Linda is survived by her husband, Jerry Blanchard; her son, Brett John Blanchard and his wife, Kison "Min"; her grandchildren, Gerrett Michael Blanchard and Asia Lynn Blanchard; her brother, Paul Gauthreaux and his wife, June; her sister, Hermanie Gauthreaux and companion,...
John Paul Dupont
Oct 13, 2026
John Paul Burguieres Dupont, 38, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 12:00pm. A native and resident of Houma, LA.
Family and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral from 10:00am until time of Mass. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Saturday, October 17,...
Mary Leona Creppel
Oct 12, 2026
Mary Leona Solet Creppel was born on November 16, 1947, and passed away on October 12, 2026. She was a native and resident of Grand Caillou.
She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Carlton Creppel; her six children, Carl Creppel (Rebecca), Laura Fazzio (Dale), Carey Dean, Christine Creppel, Cheri Dupre (Ryan), and Crystal Billiot (Randall); 16 grandchildren;...
Magnus Charles DeHart, Sr.
Oct 11, 2026
Magnus Charles DeHart, Sr., 93, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Magnus was a native of Grand Caillou, LA and a resident of Houma, LA.
Family and friends of the family are invited to attend visitation on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Chauvin Funeral Home in Magnolia Chapel beginning at 5:00p.m. until 8:00p.m. Visitation will resume Saturday, October 17, 2026,...
Rita Mae Marie Falgout
Oct 8, 2026
Rita Mae Falgout, 92, a native of Chauvin, LA and a resident of Houma, LA passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Family and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at St. Gregory Catholic Church in Houma, LA from 9:00am until service time. A Mass of...
John Darwin Morris
Oct 4, 2026
John Darwin Morris, age 79, born in DeRidder and lifelong resident of Houma, La., passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray, La.
John is survived by his sons, Matt and Richard Morris; his brother Robert Morris, and his wife, Linda; his...
Thomas Michael Angel
Sep 30, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Michael Angel, known affectionately as Tom, who departed this world on September 30, 2026, at the age of 87. Born in a farmhouse on April 16, 1939, in Long Run, Ohio.
Tom leaves behind his beloved wife of 63 years, Bette Jean Miller Angel, a partnership built on love,...
Milton Joseph Waller White
Sep 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Milton "Tutte" Joseph Waller White
May 30, 1927 - September 30, 2026
Milton "Tutte" Joseph Waller White, age 99, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026. A native of New Orleans, he lived most of his adult life in Houma, LA. Milton was a WWII veteran, serving in the Air Force, a beloved husband, father, grandfather,...
Ashby William Pettigrew, III
Sep 29, 2026
Ashby William Pettigrew, III, age 81, a native of Houma and resident of Lafayette, La., passed away on September 29, 2026.
Ashby is survived by his wife, Myra Pettigrew; his son, Dr. Ashby William Pettigrew, IV and his wife, Megan Pettigrew; his daughter, Courtney Alicia Pettigrew; his grandchildren, Alicia Ross, Abbie Pettigrew and Ashby William Pettigrew, V; his brother, Judge John...
Allen Joseph Ashley
Sep 29, 2026
Allen is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Anne Lirette Ashley; his daughter, Andrea Crochet (Grant); his grandson, Liam Crochet; his brother, Floyd Ashley; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation in honor of Allen on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Bayou Black beginning...
Burton "Burt" Marmande, Sr.
Sep 29, 2026
Burton "Burt" Bernard Marmande, Sr. peacefully passed away on Tuesday September 29, 2026 surrounded by his family.
Visitation will be Wednesday, October 7 from 8:30am - 11:00am at St. Eloi Catholic Church in Theriot, LA and service will follow. Burial will take place at St. Francis Cemetery #2 in Houma.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ann...
Carol Ann Eagle
Sep 29, 2026
Carol Ann Bergeron Eagle, age 65, a native and resident of Houma, LA., passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026.
Carol is survived by her husband, Richard Eagle; her daughters, Alyssa Naquin (Brett) and Amber Trahan (Josh Sr.); her grandchildren, Josh Trahan, Jr. and Lainey Trahan; her Godchild, Crystal Horner; and her brother, David Brgeron.
Carol was preceded in passing by her...
