Obituaries

Scott D. Stoufflet

Aug 16, 2024

Scott D. Stoufflet, age 52, passed away Friday August 16, 2024. He was a native of Houma and resident of Paradis, La.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home Friday August 23, 2024 from 6:00 PM until 8:30 PM. Visitation will continue at Chauvin Funeral Home Saturday August 24, 2024 from 9:00...

Verline Besson

Aug 16, 2024

Verline Abshire Besson, 87, passed away on August 16, 2024 at 4:09pm. Verline was a native of Forked Island, LA and a resident of Gibson, LA.

Family and friends of the family are invited to a visitation on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at St. Larwence Catholic Church in Chacahoula, LA from 9:00am until service time. A Mass of...

Durey Blanchard

Aug 15, 2024

Durey J. Blanchard, age 86, passed away Thursday August 15, 2024. He was a native of Chauvin and resident of Houma, La. 

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home Monday August 19, 2024 from 9:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Terrebonne Memorial Park Cemetery. 

Durey is survived...

Kenneth Theriot

Aug 14, 2024

Kenneth Theriot, beloved brother, uncle and friend, passed away Wednesday morning, August 14th, 2024, at the age of 58.

Kenneth was very nice to anyone he met. His family would say they’ve never heard him say an unkind word to anyone but his brother, Tony. And only if Tony was incessantly annoying him. He genuinely enjoyed working for Chet Morrison for...

Charles Lovell, Sr.

Aug 14, 2024

Charles Lovell Sr., 83, passed away surrounded by his loving family and friends on August 14, 2024. Charles was a native and a longtime resident of Theriot, LA. He was born on February 12, 1941 to parents Marie and Whitney Lovell.

A visitation will be held on Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM. A Celebration of Life service will begin...

Elizabeth Collins

Aug 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Collins, a beloved teacher and devoted Eucharistic minister, on August 9, 2024, at the age of 81. Born in LA on September 18, 1942, Betty dedicated her life to educating and nurturing generations of students within the public and private school systems, leaving a lasting impact...

Stephen "Big B" Ezra Beason

Aug 9, 2024

Stephen "Big B" Ezra Beason, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 9, 2024, at the age of 69 in his hometown of Schriever, LA. Born on July 14, 1955, in Thibodaux, LA, Stephen was known for his passion for fishing, motorcycles, and spending quality time with his loved ones. He found joy in attending his grandchildren's...

Glenn Crochet, Sr.

Aug 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenn M. Crochet, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. Born on October 17, 1944, in Houma, LA, Glenn was a man of many talents and accomplishments. He excelled in sports, achieving recognition as the first Black Knight named to All-State during his time at St....

Betty R Benson

Aug 7, 2024

Betty R Benson, 75, passed away on August 7, 2024, at her home in Houma, LA at the age of 75. She will be fondly remembered for her zest for life, love of music - especially Elvis Presley, thrill for riding Harley motorcycles, joy of traveling, and cherished moments spent with her loyal companion, Rascal.

Betty is survived by her children,...

Lester David Terrio

Aug 6, 2024

Lester David Terrio "Pac-Man", 68, a native of Plaquemines parish and a longtime resident of Bayou Dularge, Louisiana, passed away on August 6, 2024.

He is survived by his loving wife, Maryanne "Mary" Terrio; daughters, Kristy Terrio (Dwayne), Angelika "Angel" Terrio and Tatiana "Tonya" Terrio; sister, Angelika "Angie" Savastano; grandchildren, Alexus Lirette, Tyler Lirette and Kayden Terrio; and great-granddaughter, Blakely Luke.

He...

Ronald John Bartels

Aug 6, 2024

Ronald “Ron” Bartels, age 84, a native of Iowa and resident of Schriever, LA, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

Ron is survived by children, Cindy J. Lichenstein and husband, Robert, Mark Callais and wife, Carolyn, and Phyllis C. Veronie and husband, Scott; 11 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-grandchildren; and his loving companion, Helen Pittman.

Ron was preceded in passing...

Fernis LeBlanc, Sr.

Aug 5, 2024

Fernis LeBlanc Sr., 88, passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 5, 2024. 

Fernis was a native of Crowley, LA and a longtime resident of Houma, LA.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation on Friday, August 9, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 9:00...

Jeanette Breaux Usie

Aug 4, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of the cherished Jeanette Breaux Usie, a radiant soul who graced this world with her feisty spirit and warm embrace. Born on October 26, 1936, in Terrebonne Parish, LA, Jeanette shared her love and light with all who crossed her path until she peacefully departed on August 4, 2024.

Family and friends are invited...

Iona LeBlanc Voisin

Aug 3, 2024

Iona LeBlanc Voisin, age 99, a native of Chauvin and resident of Dulac, La., passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Iona is survived by her children, Gordon Voisin (Lillian), David Voisin (Karen), Deanie V. Giroir, Eva V. Duplantis, Ramona Leicher (Craig), and Kim Voisin; her grandchildren, Allison, Tyler, Matt, Rick, Ryan, Keith, Patty, Galen Jr., Eric, Delilah, Gena, Joey, Rusty,...

Irene Cortez

Aug 1, 2024

Mrs. Cortez was a kind, sweet and strong woman who will be greatly missed. She blessed her family with 98 beautiful years and is now welcomed with open arms by her son, daughter and husband who she missed dearly.

Survivors include two daughters, Brenda LeSage and her husband, Edmund, of Houston, TX and Jana O'Brien and her husband, Michael,...

Mark Billiu

Aug 1, 2024

Mark Stewart Billiu, 68, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 3:40am. Mark was a native and resident of Houma, LA.

Family and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation on Monday, August 5, 2024 at Chauvin Funeral Home from 9:00am until service time. A Liturgy of the Word will follow visitation at 11:00am.

Mark is survived by...

Thomas "Don" Ezell, Sr.

Jul 30, 2024

Thomas "Don" Ezell, Sr., age 75, passed away Tuesday July 30, 2024. He was a native of Waynesboro, MS and resident of Houma, La. 

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home Monday August 5, 2024 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Visitation will continue Tuesday August 6, 2024 at St. Louis Catholic...

Betty Marie Mazerac

Jul 30, 2024

Betty Marie Mazerac, 86, passed away on July 30, 2024. Betty was a longtime resident of Houma, LA. Born to parents parents Prosper and Aline Vauclin on July 13, 1938.

Betty enjoyed spending time with her family. She was an avid baker and a beloved homemaker.

A Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial will be held in honor of Betty on Friday,...

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,...