Clara Petrasek

Clara Rose Sanders Petrasek, 72, gained her Heavenly wings on Friday, May 1, 2020 at 3:27pm. Clara was a native of Freeny, MS and a resident of Houma, LA.

The family will hold private services at a later date.

Clara is survived by her loving husband, Allen Petrasek Sr.; daughter, Fran Barnett Rodrigue and husband Bonin Rodrigue; grandchildren, Jessica Barnett, Emma Barnett; sisters, Joe Ann Fisher, and Julia Faye Comans.

Clara is preceded in death by her son, Shane Barnett; grand-daughter, Rachel Claire Barnett;  parents, Rupert Sanders and Mattie Mable Sanders; brothers, James Henry Sanders, Rupert Sanders Jr., Frank Sanders, Stan Sanders; sister, Frances Schoonhoven. 

Clara was a faithful Baptist who attended First Baptist Church of Houma. She loved her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

Clara was extremely proud of her grand-daughters in all that they accomplished. Clara loved life and always enjoyed being the life of the party.  She had a fondness for red roses and diamonds. She was an accomplished cook and loved to cook and prepare meals for her family and friends.

Clara would give the shirt off her back for anybody.  She was an amazing mother, grandmother, and a wonderful best friend. An amazing and an all around sweet Southern Woman.

Due to the recent health concerns and the restrictions in accordance with limited gatherings, the funeral service will be held privately by the immediate family. Friends are encouraged to leave a memory for the family on our website www.chauvinfuneralhome.com.

Chauvin Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Clara Petrasek.