Obituaries
Mary Margaret Benoit
Apr 11, 2026
Mary Margaret Benoit, 64, a native of Bayou Dularge and resident of Houma, LA passed away on April 11, 2026.Mary is survived by one sister Yvonne B. Breaux and six brothers, David Benoit and wife Janice, Richard Benoit and wife Debi, Tommy Benoit and wife Debbie, Jimmy Benoit and companion Amy, Peter Benoit and wife Denise, Joey Benoit and wife...
Gloria Ann Barker
Apr 9, 2026
Gloria Ann Barker, 84, of Houma, LA, passed away on April 9, 2026. Born on December 30, 1941 to parents, Phillip Murphy and Anne Hoster.To cherish Gloria's memory is her daughter, Gina Wood and husband Cyril "Buck Wood.Gina is reunited in Heaven with her parents, Philip Murphy and Anne Foster, her siblings; JB Foster, Murphy Phillip Foster, Louis Foster, and...
Shirley Ann Akers
Apr 9, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Akers, who left this world peacefully on April 9, 2026, at the age of 81, in her beloved home of Chauvin, Louisiana. Born on January 23, 1945, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Shirley was a beacon of love and strength for her family and friends throughout her life.Shirley is survived by...
Judy LeBoeuf Solito
Apr 8, 2026
Judy LeBoeuf Solito, 85, passed away on April 8, 2026. Judy was a native and resident of Houma, LA.Family and friends of the family are invited to attend the Visitation on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Chauvin Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. till the time of the...
Patsy "Carolyn" Songe
Apr 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patsy "Carolyn" Songe, who departed this life on April 8, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on March 25, 1935, in Oil City, Louisiana to parents James Coffman and Ruth Jett.
Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Monday, April 13, 2026, at St. Bernadette Catholic...
Paulette Margaret Lundy
Apr 7, 2026
Paulette Margaret Breaux Lundy, 77, of Bourg, LA, passed away on April 7, 2026.
She was born on August 30, 1948 in Houma, LA.
She grew up in Montegut, Louisiana, and graduated from South Terrebonne High School, later earning her cosmetology certification from the Marinello School of Beauty.
Paulette was a natural caregiver, with a selfless and compassionate heart, always...
Margaret Ann Boquet
Apr 4, 2026
Margaret "Peggy" Ann Bascle Boquet, age 92, a native and resident of Bourg, LA., passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 9:00a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church in Bourg. Burial will follow Mass in the church cemetery....
Beth Ann Allemand
Apr 2, 2026
Beth Ann Allemand, 61, a native of Houma, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
She is survived by her siblings, Roland (Laurie) Allemand, Connie (Joe) Becnel, Bradley (Amy) Allemand, and Julie Howard. She also leaves behind six adoring nieces and nephews, Andrea (Blaine) Hebert, Lauren (Nick) Pace, David (Gabrielle) Allemand, Ben (Becca) Becnel, Dwight Howard,...
Pamela Mary Lausen
Apr 1, 2026
Pamela Lausen, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on April 1, 2026, in Thibodaux, Louisiana. In her true fashion, full of storytelling and a sense of humor, Pamela chose to make her exit on April Fools' Day. Born on December 15, 1947, in Napa, California, Pamela lived a life rich in love, creativity, and cherished family traditions.Pamela's artistry as a...
Donna DeBlanc Mills Hotard
Mar 31, 2026
Donna DeBlanc Mills Hotard, age 60, a native of New Orleans, LA and current resident of Houma, Louisiana, passed away suddenly after a brief illness Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Brian J. Hotard; her son Sasha Wells, and bonus daughter Breeanna Conley; her sister Kelly DeBlanc Sanzone, her niece Ashley Sanzone DesPlas and husband Kyle, and...
Cynthia Ann Templet
Mar 29, 2026
Cynthia Ann Pizzolatto Templet, 75; passed away Sunday, March 29,2026 at 04:04pm. Cynthia was native of ,LA and resident of Houma, LA. Family and friends of the family are invited to a visitation on April 1, 2026 at Chauvin Funeral Home from 9:00am until service time. Ministry Services will begin following visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 1,...
Stephen Joseph Hebert
Mar 28, 2026
Stephen Joseph Hebert, age 92, of Houma, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026.Son of the late Alidore and Olivia Hebert, he was born on May 29, 1933, in Houma.
Stephen served his country in the United States Army. He was a longtime businessman within the real estate and oilfield industries.
He is survived by his son Thomas (Maria) Hebert and...
Charles Darsey, Jr.
Mar 27, 2026
It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Lindsay Darsey, Jr., who died on March 27, 2026, after a decades-long battle with heart disease.
Charlie was born in Houma, Louisiana, on April 19, 1952, and was the oldest of 11 children. He graduated from Vandebilt Catholic High School in 1970, where he was a star basketball and...
Melva Marie Smith
Mar 27, 2026
Melva Pitre Smith, 96 a native of Grand Caillou and resident of Chauvin, LA passed on March 27, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Friends and family are invited to visitation on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Chauvin Funeral Home from 5:00pm until 9:00pm and visitation will continue on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin,...
Dawn Marie Babin
Mar 26, 2026
Dawn Marie Babin, born September 10, 1966 passed on March 26, 2026 at home with family. Dawn was born in Charleston, S.C. to her parents Richard Johnson and Margaret Cozy Johnson. In her teenage years Dawn moved to Lafourche parish with family and never left the area, eventually settling in Houma.
Dawn is survived by her husband Patrick James Babin,...
Flavia Boudreaux
Mar 26, 2026
Flavia Conner Boudreaux, 90, passed peacefully with her family at her side on Thursday, March 26, 2026; at 2:26pm. Flavia was a native of Abbeville, LA and a resident of Houma, LA. Family and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Chauvin Funeral Home from 9:00am until service time. A Prayer...
Aljean Ledet Jr.
Mar 25, 2026
Aljean Ledet Jr., 58, of Chauvin, LA, entered his eternal rest on March 25, 2026. Born on January 24, 1968, in Houma, LA, Aljean was a devoted husband, father, brother and friend whose warm spirit touched the lives of many.
Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church from 10:00...
Robert Vincent Cazayoux Sr.
Mar 25, 2026
Robert Vincent Cazayoux, Sr., M.D., born April 16, 1933, youngest son of James N & Inez Decuir Cazayoux, natives of Pointe Coupee and lifelong residents of Baton Rouge. He died on March 25, 2026, at 3:05 PM surrounded by family. He was one of seven deceased siblings: Olivia O'Connor and spouse John, Vivian Cazayoux, Adelaide Bondy and spouse David, James...
Shirley Elizabeth Thayer
Mar 23, 2026
Shirley Elizabeth Johnston Thayer, age 89, a native of Vermont and resident of Houma, LA, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026.
Shirley is survived by her daughter, Dawnette T. Nosworthy (Carlos); her son, Gregory Thayer "Cindy"; her grandchildren, Gregory "Chucky" (April), Carlos II "Boobear" (Ari), Andreanna "Nana" and Jenny Thayer; her great-grandchildren, Trey, Hunter, Colton, Cleo "CeCe" and Winry "Win-Win";...
Anthony Norris Freeman
Mar 23, 2026
Anthony Norris Freeman, 67, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026. He was a native of Houma, LA and resident of Gray, LA. Anthony is survived by his loving family; his children, Valerie Hernandez (Francisco), Melanie Freeman; siblings, Richard K. Bourdreaux Jr., Donna Lynn Fowler; grandchildren, Emily Sanchez, Christian Hernandez, Hope Domangue, James Domangue, and numerous loving nieces and nephews.Anthony...
