Obituaries

Betty Melancon

Dec 22, 2024

Betty Duet Melancon; 85, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 3:38am. Betty was a native of Schriever, LA and a resident of Houma, LA.

The family of Mrs. Betty Melancon would like to invite Mrs. Betty's family and friends to attend a visitation on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at Maria Immacolata Catholic...

Paulette Drott

Dec 20, 2024

Paulette Potter Drott, 78, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 4:23 am. Paulette was a native and resident of Houma, LA.

Family and friends are invited to attend visitation on Monday, December 23, 2024, from 10:00 AM until the start of the service at Chauvin Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 12:00 PM on the...

Beau Haydel

Dec 18, 2024

Beau John Haydel, 43, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 8:23pm. Beau was a native and resident of Houma, LA.

Family and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation on Monday, December 23, 2024 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Houma, LA from 1:00pm until service time. A Mass of Christian Burial will...

Ronald Joseph Babin

Dec 16, 2024

Ronald Joseph Babin, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on December 16, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on April 24, 1946, in Houma, Louisiana, Ronald lived a life filled with love, hard work, and cherished moments with family.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation in his honor on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Chauvin Funeral...

Enid Pellegrin LeBlanc

Dec 16, 2024

Enid Margaret Pellegrin LeBlanc, 93, born February 12, 1931 of Houma, loving wife, best friend and soulmate of Morris Joseph LeBlanc for 57 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The people she loved so dearly and with ALL of her heart on Monday, December 16, 2024.

Visitation will be from 4 – 8 pm this Sunday,...

Drusella "Sis" Guidry

Dec 16, 2024

Drusella "Sis" Luke Guidry, 92, a native of Houma, LA and resident of Monroe, LA; passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024 at 7:05am.

Family and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at Chauvin Funeral Home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm. Visitation will continue on Monday, December 23, 2024 at St. Bernadette Catholic...

Jesse Anthony Bonvillain

Dec 16, 2024

Jesse Anthony Bonvillain, age 74, a native and resident of Houma, La., passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024.

Jesse is survived by his brother, Tommy Bonvillain; his sisters, Jean Collins (Speedy), Janet Seago, Amy James (Donald), Linda Dupre (Tommy), and Jill Chambers.

Jesse was preceded in passing by his parents, Ivy John Bonvillain, Sr. and Velma Boudreaux Bonvillain; his brothers, Ivy...

Smokey James McClain

Dec 14, 2024

Smokey James McClain (and yes that's his real name), a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, nephew, paran, and friend, passed away on December 14, 2024, at the age of 39. Born on July 31, 1985, in Houma, Louisiana, Smokey spent his early years growing up in Panama City, Florida, with his father and Florida family. 

Smokey's journey through life was made...

Barbara Henry LeBlanc

Dec 11, 2024

Barbara Henry LeBlanc, 86, passed away December 11, 2024 at 9:45 PM surrounded by her loving family. She was a native and resident of Houma, LA.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation Saturday December 21, 2024 at Annunziata Catholic Church from 9:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Magnolia Cemetery.

Barbara...

Carol A. Frederick

Dec 11, 2024

It is with both sadness and celebration that we announce the passing of Carol A. Frederick, who departed this life on December 11, 2024, in his cherished home in Chauvin, Louisiana. Born on December 3, 1952, in Morgan City, LA, Carol lived a life full of adventure, love, and passion for the outdoors.

Carol is survived by his daughters, Kayla LeBouef...

Ena Marie Blanchard Savoie

Dec 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Ena B Savoie, age 95, a native of Chauvin and resident of Montegut, who departed on Monday December 9, 2024, at the age of 95. 

Born on October 1, 1929, Ena was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She also loved cooking, fishing, gardening and thrifting with her sister,...

Mary Jane Bergeron

Dec 8, 2024

Mary Jane Trahan Bergeron, age 87, a native and resident of Houma, La., passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024.

Mary is survived by her sons, Philip Bergeron and Thomas Bergeron (Sue); her daughters, Phyllis Callahan (Allen), and Bonnie Bergeron Verrett (Dinah); her grandchildren, Chris Bergeron, Thai Callahan (Sherry May) and Austin Verrett; her great-grandchildren, Bayah Bergeron, Paul Ricardo Callahan and...

Donna Marie Matherne

Dec 5, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donna Marie Matherne, who left this world on December 5, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on October 9, 1957, in Houma, Louisiana, Donna was known for her unwavering dedication and warmth throughout her life.

Donna is survived by her daughter, Angela Matherne; son, Matthew Fanguy; grandchildren, Aiden Fanguy, Allen Rodrigue, Baylen...

Donald Robichaux

Dec 5, 2024

Donald Francis Robichaux, a beloved father, business owner, and dedicated family man, passed away on December 5, 2024, at the age of 80. He was born on September 17, 1944, in Louisiana, where he spent his life creating lasting memories and building a legacy of love and resilience.

Donald was a self-employed entrepreneur and the proud owner of Downhole Mills and...

Karla M Babin

Dec 4, 2024

Karla Babin

December 14, 1959 - December 4, 2024

Karla Marie Babin, 64, of Houma, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, after a brief health battle. A native and lifelong resident of Houma, Karla was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation in her honor on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Chauvin Funeral Home...

Linda Stafford

Dec 3, 2024

Linda A. Stafford, age 69, passed away Tuesday December 3, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Crossville, TN and native of Houma, La. 

A private memorial service will be held by the family at a later date. 

Linda is survived by her children, Anthony Stafford, Tina Bramblett; grandchildren, James Bramblett, Timothy Bramblett, Brittany and Michael, Shelby; great-grandchildren,...

Anna Carol Levy Plaisance

Nov 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anna Carol Levy Plaisance, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and cherished friend, who left this world on November 29, 2024, at the age of 41. Anna brought joy and compassion to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation in her honor on Sunday,...

Shirley LeBlanc

Nov 28, 2024

Shirley Ann LeBlanc

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Ann LeBlanc, who departed this life on November 28, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on December 11, 1940, in Crowley, Louisiana, Shirley was a true testament to the Cajun spirit, her family knew her for her warmth, compassion, and unwavering devotion. She spent her...

Lynn Allen

Nov 28, 2024

Lynn Allen, 75, a native of Houma, Louisiana, and longtime resident of Marietta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at the family home in Houma, Louisiana, on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2024. 

Lynn was born in Columbus, OH, on April 10, 1949, to the late Robert Bruce Allen and Frances McDonald Allen of Washington C.H., Ohio. She was a 1967 graduate of Terrebonne...

Gary Mitchell Roerig

Nov 27, 2024

Gary Mitchell Roerig, 80, a native of Oklahoma, and longtime resident of Terrebonne Parish, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on the early morning of Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation in his honor on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. until a Mass of Christian...