Obituaries

Judy Breaux Babin

Jan 15, 2025

Judy M. Breaux Babin, age 79, a native and resident of Houma, La., passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

Judy is survived by her daughters, Michelle Lapeyrouse (Todd) and Christina Bourg (Joseph); and her grandchildren, Micheal Lapeyrouse, Brian Lapeyrouse, Ty Bourg, Maya Bourg, and Kyra Bourg.

Judy was preceded in passing by her parents, Curtis Breaux and Irene Lajaunie Breaux; and...

Carol Himel Collins

Jan 14, 2025

Carol Ann Himel Collins, born July 26, 1940, in Houma, passed away on January 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 84.

Visitation will be Saturday, January 25, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM until the start of a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 PM at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral in Houma. A private interment will follow in...

James Joseph Savoie

Jan 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James J. Savoie, 81, a beloved father, and friend, went to be with Our Lord and Savior on Monday, January 13, 2025. James lived a life rich in love, laughter, and passion, leaving an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Family and friends are invited...

Luby Peter Pinell, Sr.

Jan 10, 2025

Luby Peter Pinell, Sr., 81, a native of Montegut and longtime resident of Chauvin, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025. 

Family and friends are invited to a visitation in his honor on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Chauvin Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Chauvin Funeral Home from...

Sam Joseph Russo, Jr.

Jan 13, 2025

Sam Joseph Russo, Jr., age 79, passed away peacefully Monday January 13, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was a native of Chauvin and resident of Houma. 

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at St. Bernadette Catholic Church Saturday January 18, 2025 from 11:30 AM until service time at 1:00 PM. Burial will follow...

Shonner Griffin

Dec 30, 2024

Shonner Lynett Griffin was born on February 3, 1965, in Morgan City, Louisiana, to Diana Diggs Maze. She was lovingly fathered and cared for by the late LeRoy Maze. Shonner was baptized by the late Brother Clarence Jones of the Church of Christ in Morgan City. At an early age, she transitioned her church membership to Beaulah Baptist Church under...

Oneita Babin

Jan 14, 2025

Oneita "Nita" Robicheaux Babin, 100, was born 1 October 1924 as the 8th of 10 children to Alphonse Robicheaux and Nettie Leblanc in Chauvin, LA.

She married Ordale Paul Babin from Bayou Blue upon his discharge from the Navy on 21 September 1945 in Montegut, LA. She is survived by 3 children, Ordale Paul Babin Jr. living in Gold...

Sheila Percle

Jan 13, 2025

Sheila Ann Chaisson Percle, 54, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:35pm. Sheila was a native of Houma, LA and a resident of Chauvin, LA.

Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from 9:00am until service time at Chauvin Funeral Home. A Liturgy of the Word will follow on Wednesday, January 22,...

Lisa Pellegrin

Jan 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa Ann Pellegrin, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, who left us on January 11, 2025. Born in Houma, Louisiana, on May 19, 1965, Lisa lived her entire life in her hometown, where she worked in the seafood packaging industry and became a cherished member of the community.

Lisa was...

Albert LeBlanc

Jan 9, 2025

Albert Joseph "Joe" LeBlanc, 92, a longtime resident of Houma, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in the early morning of Thursday, January 9, 2025.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation in his honor on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Chauvin Funeral Home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm and continue on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Holy Family Knight's...

Penella Scott

Jan 9, 2025

Penella Marie Scott, a vibrant and loving soul, passed away on January 9, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on November 28, 1949, in Houma, Louisiana, Penella spent her life radiating warmth and compassion to everyone who crossed her path. She was a devoted wife, mother, aunt, and friend, whose great cooking and nurturing spirit created a welcoming haven...

Sondra Barton Guidry

Jan 8, 2025

Sondra Guidry, age 86, a native of Dayton, TX and resident of Houma, LA, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.

Sondra is survived by her sons, Douglas Tracy (Cindy) and Christopher Tracy; her step-children, Ronald Guidry, Jr. (Peggy), Tammi Price (Donald), Renee Phipps (Jimmy), and Kristal Guidry; her grandchildren, Lauren Tracy, Stephen Tracy, Tiffany Floor, Amanda Rogers, Mallori Siler, Brandon...

Edith Marie Wallace

Jan 7, 2025

Edith Marie Wallace, 64, of Houma, LA, passed away on January 7, 2025. She was born on December 26, 1960 to parents Thomas Wallace and Edith Theriot in Monroe, LA.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025 at 9 AM until time of Mass. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 AM at St. Bridget Catholic Church. Interment...

Stephen Paul Pitre

Jan 5, 2025

Stephen Paul Pitre, age 65, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025. He was a native and resident of Houma, La. 

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 12:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM. 

Stephen is survived by his wife, Wanda Toups Pitre; son, Jason Pitre; granddaughters,...

Addie Moore Sanford

Jan 5, 2025

Addie Moore Sanford, age 87, a native of Houma and resident of Livingston, La., passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025.

Addie is survived by her children, Katherine Pellegrin, Darren Sanford (Crystal), and Cynthia Gatlin (Ricky); her grandchildren, Monique Scales (James), Mindy Pellegrin (Kenny Jr.), Michelle Falgout (Fred Jr.), Matthew Pellegrin (Jennifer), Ashalyn Sanford (Jackson Payne), Andrea Cloy, Travis Sanford (Angie),...

Alyssa Boudreaux

Jan 4, 2025

Alyssa Kaye Boudreaux, age 27, passed away on January 4, 2025. She was a longtime resident of Houma, LA.

Relatives and friends are invited to the visitation in Chapel Dauphine of Chauvin Funeral Home on Friday, January 10, 2025, beginning at 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. A Memorial Liturgy of the Word Service will begin at 11:00 a.m....

Leona Landry

Jan 3, 2025

Leona Landry, 95, passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 3, 2025. Leona was a native and a longtime resident of Houma, LA.

Family and friends are invited to attend the Visitation on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 from 9 AM to 11 AM at Chauvin Funeral Home with a Celebration of Life service to begin at 11 AM. Burial...

Marie Williams

Jan 2, 2025

Marie Williams (née Waguespack), born November 4, 1929, in Assumption Parish, passed on to her eternal reward on January 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving children.

She was 95.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Earl Joseph Williams ("Mr. Earl").

Marie is survived by her children, Randy Williams (Linda), Martha W. Pittman, Charlette W. Black (Mart), Joann Williams,...

Betty B Hebert

Jan 2, 2025

Betty Bergeron Luke, or “Momma Luke”, as she was affectionately called by her children’s friends, passed away on January 2, 2025 at the age of 96.

 Visitation will be held at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral in Houma, Louisiana from 10:00 am followed by a mass at noon. She will then be laid to rest next to her husband, Ray J....

Charlene Ann Caillouet

Jan 1, 2025

Charlene Ann Caillouet, a beloved daughter, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on July 15, 1937, in Houma, Louisiana to parents Avery and Florence Posecai.

Charlene is survived by her cherished daughters, Karen Caillouet and Christine Miller, as well as her adoring grandchildren; Candice Hansen, Nicholas Macera, and Vivienne...