Obituaries
Mary "Agnes" Dean
Jul 28, 2024
Mary “Agnes” Dean, age 84, a native and resident of Houma, La., passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024.
Agnes is survived by her sons, Wayne A. Dean and John Milton Dean, Jr. (Patricia); her daughter, Berlean Leedy; her grandchildren, Alexandra Dean, Natalie Woodard, and Kimberly Keller (Riley); her great-grandchildren, Aspen, Delilah, and Winter; her brother, Junius Verret and James Verret;...
Loretta Landry
Jul 27, 2024
In loving memory of Loretta Landry, a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, who passed away on July 27, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on February 17, 1957, in the cozy town of Houma, Louisiana, her life was a radiant tapestry woven with faith, creativity, and love.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation in her honor on Wednesday,...
Jeffrey Anthony Johnson
Jul 27, 2024
Jeffrey Anthony Johnson, passed away on July 27, 2024. Born on January 26, 1962, in his hometown of Houma, Louisiana, Jeffrey was a true jack of all trades. With a passion for welding in the oil field industry, he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his craft.
A memorial service will be held in his honor at...
Robert Leon Pugh
Jul 25, 2024
Robert Leon Pugh, a longtime member of the Houma community, passed away quietly in the presence of his brother at the University Medical Center in New Orleans on July 25, 2024, prior to donating his organs to help others.
He was born in Houma, LA on November 24, 1965, to parents Geraldine Jane King Pugh and Franklin Dee Pugh, Sr. He...
Brenda Kay Prestenbach
Jul 25, 2024
Brenda Kay Prestenbach, a beloved member of the Houma community, passed away on July 25, 2024, at the age of 66. Born in Houma, Louisiana on August 3, 1957, Brenda was a compassionate and loving soul. Her warm smile and generous spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
Brenda is survived by her longtime companion, Tommy Burke, siblings, Larry...
Frances McKemie
Jul 24, 2024
Frances Nell Bates McKemie, 90, a native of Osyka, MS and resident of Houma, LA; went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:17pm.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 at Chauvin Funeral Home from 9-11am with burial services to follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray, LA.
Her memory will live on in...
Herman " Butsie" DeHart Jr.
Jul 22, 2024
Herman "Butsie" DeHart Jr. 83, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, July 22, 2024 at 9:57pm. Herman was a native and resident of Houma, LA.
Family and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home on Wednesday July 24, 2024 from 5:00pm until 9:00pm and continue on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at...
Carol Stubna Eschete Heffelfinger
Jul 21, 2024
Carol Ann Stubna, 80, died peacefully at 1:15 am on July 21, 2024 in Pace, Florida. Carol was born January 18, 1944 in Carnegie, Pennsylvania to Ruth (Poppelreiter) Stubna and David Stubna. Carol was the beneficiary of 12 years of Catholic education, after which she earned a cosmetology degree and teaching license in the State of Pennsylvania. Carol was married...
Louis Joseph Mohana, Jr.
Jul 21, 2024
Louis J. Mohana, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and entrepreneur, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2024. He was 75. He is survived by his devoted wife of nearly 50 years, Jennifer Crochet Mohana; their four loving children, Tricia Summers (Brian), Joseph Mohana (Julie Miller), Anne Watson (Philip), and Katharine Mohana; his four grandchildren, James Summers, Jack Summers, Julia Watson,...
Tammy Curole Richards
Jul 20, 2024
Tammy Curole Richards, age 59, a native of Lockport, LA and a resident of Houma, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024.
Tammy is survived by her daughters, Megan Aucoin (Michael) and Katelyn Verret (Jesse); her father, Hilary Curole; the father of her children, Steve Richards; her grandkids, Cody Lavergne, Lyndi Lavergne, Dustin Verret, Abby Aucoin, Mea’ Verret, Paige Aucoin, Bryleigh...
Mary Samaha
Jul 18, 2024
Margaret Bethlyn Ortego Samaha (known as Mary), 93, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:54pm. Mary was a native of Orleans Parish, LA and a resident of Houma, LA.
Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, July 26, 2024 at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church in Houma, LA...
Winona (Nona) Dupre-Savoie-Monday
Jul 15, 2024
Winona (Nona) Dupre-Savoie-Monday, 91, of Houma, LA, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 15, 2024. She would have been 92 on August 23.
A Visitation for Nona will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 10 AM to 12 PM with a Funeral Liturgy Service beginning at 12 PM. Burial will follow immediately after at Garden of Memories...
Annette Marie Ledet Foster
Jul 13, 2024
Annette Ledet Foster, native of Lockport, LA and resident of Houma passed away peacefully on July 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.
She is survived by the love of her life, husband William (Billy) Foster, her two daughters: Aimee Porche (husband, Beau) and Dr. Alyce Foster (husband, Brandon Holmes); grandsons, Foster Porche and Roman Porche; sister, Angela L. Corbin (husband,...
Gregory Champagne
Jul 13, 2024
Gregory "Greg" William Champagne; 63, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:30pm. Gregory was a lifelong native of Bayou Dularge, LA except for the years in his childhood; where he lived in both Holland and England.
Family and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home on Friday, July 26, 2024 from 5:00pm...
Sidney John Smith, Jr.
Jul 12, 2024
Sidney John "T-Boy" Smith, Jr., 88, a native of Chauvin and resident of Houma, Louisiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, July 12, 2024.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation in his honor on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Chauvin Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m. until a Liturgy of the Word at 2:00 p.m. Burial...
Reggie Joseph LeBlanc
Jul 12, 2024
Reggie Joseph LeBlanc, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, is set to be fondly remembered for his unwavering love and dedication to his family, friends, and community. Born on September 24, 1949, in Houma, Louisiana, Reggie's life was marked by a deep commitment to his loved ones and his faith. His gentle and caring nature touched the lives...
Odile "DeeDee" Pellerin
Jul 12, 2024
Odile "DeeDee" Portier Pellerin, age 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 12, 2024.
Odile is survived by her only son, Alex "Pumpkin" Hargrave (Marcia); four grandchildren, Jason, Hannah, Deborah, and Marcus Hargrave; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Ernest Pellerin; two daughters, Glenda and Sharon Hargrave; brothers, Johnny, James, and Harold...
Mark Anthony Hebert
Jul 11, 2024
Mark Anthony Hebert, age 66, born July 29, 1957, a native and resident of Bourg, Louisiana, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024.
He is survived by his son, Joshua P. Hebert and his granddaughter, Raene M. Hebert, both of Bourg; and his sisters, Jenny H. O'Shea and Stacy H. Seay.
Mark was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey Michael Hebert;...
Bryan Philip Nelson
Jul 11, 2024
Bryan Philip Nelson, age 64, passed away peacefully Thursday July 11, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was a native and resident of Houma, La.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral Thursday July 18, 2024 from 9:00 AM until a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Burial...
Andrew "Bill" Ford
Jul 10, 2024
Andrew "Bill" Ford, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, passed away on July 10, 2024, at the age of 95, in his home in Houma, Louisiana. Born in Raceland, Louisiana on September 28, 1928, Bill lived a life rich in experiences and dedicated himself to his family, his country, and his work.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation in...
