Ardoin's Funeral Homes Ville Platte Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – Benjamin Adam Johnson passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2022, in Ville Platte at the age of 44. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at 7:30 PM at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte.

Benjamin Adam Johnson was born on March 28, 1978, in Ville Platte, Louisiana to Bruce Allen and Gloria Dean Brown Johnson. Benjamin loved being outdoors riding horses and ATV’s. He also loved hunting and fishing especially on the Red River in Thistlethwaite. Although his departure came too soon, those that loved him will cherish the memories of the years spent together.

Benjamin is survived by his daughter, Macey Rene Johnson of St. Landry; son, Branson Adam Johnson of St. Landry; sister, Penny Barron and husband, Juan of Ville Platte; brother, Lucas Johnson of Ville Platte; and the mother of his children, Valerie Thomassie of Ville Platte. Also left behind to cherish his memory are his nieces and nephews: Daniel Barron, Matthew Barron, Blaklyn Bly, Oliver Johnson, Bryce Johnson of Grand Prairie, and Aaron Johnson of Baton Rouge.

Benjamin now rests with his parents, Bruce Allen and Gloria Dean Brown Johnson; brother, Brad Johnson; niece, Adrian Johnson; maternal grandparents, Tilly and Arise Brown; and paternal grandparents, Louis and Bernadette Johnson.

At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A memorial service will be held at a later date for Kent Bolfa, 61, who passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022.

Kent was born on December 31, 1960, in Ville Platte LA to Ferril Glenn Bolfa, Sr. and Della Mae Fontenot Bolfa. Kent was a long-time Merchant Marine Captain, delivering cargo to ports around the world. A true outdoorsman, he enjoyed being on the waterways of the south, fishing for anything that swam. When the seasons changed, he could be found in a duck blind or hunting in the woods. He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

Kent is survived by his brothers, Jimmy Don Bolfa and companion Stephanie Cardwell, Kirk Patrick Bolfa; his sister, Judy Ann Yahiku and husband Stan;step son-in-law Derrell White and step daughter Brandy Hidalgo and husband Marillio Step grandchildren;Amber Cazarez, Autumn White, , Noah White,Lorena Hidalgo, Lynnsey Hidalgo, and Landen Hidalgo; four step great grandchildren;, Aubrey, Julio, Mateo, and Daniel ;3 nephews, 4 nieces, 7 great nephews, and 3 great-nieces .He is preceded in death by his parents, Ferril Glenn Bolfa, Sr. and Della Mae Fontenot Bolfa, his wife, Luna Bolfa, and his brother, Ferril Glenn Bolfa, Jr. step daughter April White and step grandchild Austin White.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Francis “Kern” Kernel Ortego at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Tom Voorhies will celebrate the Mass. Burial will take place at Evangeline Memorial Park.

Francis “Kern” Kernel Ortego, 77, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 2, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 28, 1944, in Ville Platte, LA to Malcolm and Margery Ortego. Kern loved riding motorcycles; he rode every day. He was a happy go lucky man who loved meeting people and he never met a stranger. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and he loved spending time with his family. Kern will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Ellen Ortego; two daughters, Paula Ardoin and husband, David Ardoin, Jr. of Houston, TX and Shannon Doucet and husband, Broch Doucet of Ville Platte; grandchildren, Angelique Fuller and husband, Jared Fuller of Houston, TX, Sadye Doucet of Ville Platte, and Jacob Ardoin of Houston, TX; one great grandchild, Amelia Fuller; and brother, John Rocklin Ortego and wife, Crystal Bihn Ortego.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Malcolm and Margery Ortego; sisters, Jody Ortego Credeur and Juliana Ortego Russell; and brother, John Raphael Ortego.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM. A rosary will be prayed by Deacon Chuck Ortego at 6:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, from 8:00 AM until time of service.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – A Memorial Mass will be held at 4:00 PM at St. Peters Catholic Church in Pine Prairie, on Friday, April 1, 2022, for David Scott Dupre’, 59, who passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022.

David Scott Dupre’ was born on February 4, 1963, to Ferdinand and Joyce Dupre. Scott enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and riding 4 wheelers. After a lengthy illness, he passed away quietly at home. His family and friends will miss him dearly.

He is survived by his mother, Joyce Dupre’ of Ville Platte; daughter, Courtney Rene Dupre’ of Mamou; stepson, Brandon Ortego and wife, Destiny of Mamou; grandchildren, Parker Ortego, Phelix Ortego, and Eva Ortego of Mamou; sister, Tammy Dupre of Grand Prairie; and nephews, Justin K. Lamke and wife, Melissa of Miami, FL, and Zachary K. Lamke and wife, Kristin of Grand Prairie.

He is preceded in death by his father, Ferdinand Dupre’; maternal grandparents, Alexandre Deville, Sr. and Edna Deville; and paternal grandparents, Rene and Bertha Dupre’.

At the request of the family, visitation will take place at LaVille L’Eglise (St. Peter’s Church Hall) in Pine Prairie on Friday, April 1, 2022, from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM.

Family and friends may leave condolences for the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com..

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Shirley Louise Archer Reed at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Tom Voorhies will celebrate the Mass. Burial will take place at Evangeline Memorial Park.

Shirley Archer Reed, 90, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, in Ville Platte. Shirley grew up in Walla Walla, Washington. She attended Mary Cliff High School in Spokane, Washington, she also attended the Hildenbrandt School of Dancing in the 1940’s and was a ballerina. Shirley was a member of the Grail in the 1940’s “Young Catholic women could get married, join a convent, or join the Grail and see the world”. Shirley traveled the country and ended up in Louisiana where she attended SLI now ULL. While at ULL Shirley was involved with the Catholic Student Center where she met her husband Tony. Shirley graduated with a degree in economics in 1954.

Shirley married Tony November 19, 1955, raised 9 children while she was an educator for 35 years. Shirley was involved in her community and was a 4-H judge, member of the Catholic Daughters for 65 years, member of Come Lord Jesus, & Threads if Love. In retirement Shirley was involved in many activities of the church. Enjoyed growing pineapples. Shirley was a compassionate, caring, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Shirley will be missed greatly and dearly by all who knew and loved her along with many friends and family from the West Coast.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her sons, Gregory Reed and wife, Becky of Magnolia, AR and Michael Reed of Ville Platte; daughters, Clare Kimble and husband, Max of Portland, OR and Catherine Louise Reed Toups and husband, Darren of Ville Platte; 14 grandchildren, Remy, Chasity, Cody, Kasey, Britni, Natalie, Maggie, Jessica, Katie, Abbie, Aidan, Oliver, Amelia, and Gabriel; 20 great-grandchildren, Triston, Marley, Evie Cate, Finn, Kaytlyn, Victoria, MariAnne, Landon, Emily, Cole, Jacelyn, Averie, Noah, Christian, Noelle, Reed, Adalina, IvaWinter, ElliMae, and Piper; and brother, Michael Archer and wife, Gayle of Incline Village, NV.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Anthony D. Reed; parents, Lester and Iva Archer; sons, David Reed, Timothy Paul Reed, and Christopher Reed; daughters, Carol Anne Reed and Mary Elizabeth Reed; granddaughter, Jenny Kay Berzas Brignac; and brother, Richard Archer.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A rosary will be led by Father Tom Voorhies at 5:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Thursday, March 24, 2022, from 8:00 AM until time of service.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Diana Manuel Fontenot at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at Sacred Heart of JesusCatholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Andrew Killeen will celebrate the Mass. Burial will take place a Gates of Heaven Cemetery.

Diana Manuel Fontenot, 73, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022. Dianna was born on February 24, 1949, in Ville Platte, LA to Maurice and Irene Ardoin Manuel. She was a compassionate, loving, and caring wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family and friends, and she loved and adored her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Diana will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Earl Fontenot; two daughters, Tina Fontenot and husband, Scott of Ville Platte and Amanda Kleiman and husband, Seth of Indianapolis, IN; four grandchildren, Tiffany Schexnayder and husband, Vincent of Gonzales, Joshua Fontenot and wife, Skye of Ville Platte, Anna Claire Kleiman of Indianapolis, IN, and Gavin Fontenot Kleiman of Indianapolis, IN; two great grandchildren, Allie Schexnayder and Ava Fontenot; and one brother, Larry Manuel and wife, Kim of Mamou.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Maurice and Irene Ardoin Manuel; sister, Gloria Paret; and three brothers, Burkman Manuel, James Manuel and John Manuel.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM. A rosary will be led by Deacon Ben Soileau at 5:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, from 8:00 AM until time of service.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – Funeral Services will be held for Luna Ann Bellard Bolfa at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte, La. Pastor Daniel Holsomback will conduct funeral services. Burial will take place in Gates of Heaven Cemetery.

Luna Ann Bellard Bolfa, 64, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2022. She was born on September 22, 1957, in Ville Platte, LA to Jesse and Evelyn Buller Bellard.

She is survived by her husband, Alton Kent Bolfa; father, Jessie Paul Bellard and wife, Diana of Eunice; daughter, Brandy Hidalgo and husband, Maurilio of Baton Rouge; six grandchildren, Lorina Hidalgo, Lynnsey Hidalgo, Landen Hidalgo, Amber White, Autumn White, and Noah White; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sandra Vidrine and husband, Joe of Sulphur and Paula Faul and husband, Francis of Mamou; and brother, James Allen Bellard ofFranklin, LA.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Evelyn Ruth Buller; daughter, Evelyn April White; and grandson, Austin White.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, from 11:00 AM until 8:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, from 8:00 AM until time of service.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Christina “Chris” Guillory Ortego June 26, 1965 ~ March 8, 2022

VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Christina “Chris” Guillory Ortego at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 11, 2022, at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Mitch Guidry will celebrate the Mass. Entombment will take place at Sacred Heart Mausoleum.

Christina “Chris” Guillory Ortego, 56, passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, in Baton Rouge. Chris was a joyful lady who always had a big smile. She was a Florist for 35 years, working alongside her mom and dad at Mae’s Flower Shop of Ville Platte. She enjoyed going on vacations with friends and using her creative talent for DIY projects and home improvement. Chris was full of life, never wanting to miss an adventure. She lived her life to the fullest and will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved her.

Chris is survived by herson Trenton Ortego and his wife Ashlyn; parents Larry “Geno” and Mae Dell (Dupre) Guillory; granddaughter Heidi; brother Joey and wife Dianne Guillory; nieces Madison and Sadie; nephew Jackson; uncles Kenneth and his wife Glynda Dupre, Randall and his wife Hellen Dupre, Carol Gene and his wife Cheryl Dupre.

Chris is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Marius and Della Mae Dupre; paternal grandparents, Basil and Nita Guillory; godparents, Barbara and Shirley Guillory.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Friday, March 11, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Deacon Chuck Ortego will conduct a rosary at 2:00 p.m. Dismissal be at 2:30 p.m., with mass beginning at 3:00 p.m. at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Steven D. Ortego at 2:30 PM on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Mitch Guidry will celebrate the Mass. Entombment will take place at Sacred Heart Mausoleum.

Steven D. Ortego, 67, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022, in Ville Platte. Steven owned and operated Ortego Services and numerous Chevron Stations in the area. He loved playing golf and was a member of Ville Platte Country Club. He enjoyed reading, especially books by John Grisham and Louis Lemore. Steven enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. Steven will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Pamela Prudhomme Ortego; sons, Eric Steven Ortego and fiancé, Coti Roussel; daughter, Claire Ortego Soileau and husband, Lance; grandchildren, Madelyn Soileau and Jude Soileau; brother, Michael Ortego and wife, Billie; sisters, Sandra Ortego and Christine Ortego Slaven and husband, Vic; sister-in-law, Kathy Ortego; and godchild, Skylar Ortego.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Nina Ritter Ortego; and brother, Roy Ortego.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. A rosary will be prayed at 2:00 PM.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – Funeral Services will be held for Elsie Eugene Day Elliott at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 11, 2022, at First Baptist Church in Ville Platte, La. Jamie Elliott will conduct funeral services. Burial will take place in Evangeline Memorial Cemetery.

Elsie Eugene Day Elliott,90, was born in Pelahatchie, Mississippi on November 8, 1931. Jean, as she was known for her entire life, was ushered into the presence of the Lord she loved, obeyed, and served on March 5, 2022.

Education was very important to her. She graduated from both Louisiana College and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary to become a pastor’s wife and high school English teacher. Most of their ministry years were spent at FBC Ville Platte. They raised their five children there. Music was a big part of their lives as well.

Leaving behind to cherish her memory, her writings, and her wisdom are her children and grandchildren, both natural and by marriage, for once you joined the family you were “hers”. There are no “in-laws”. Her children are Patty and Max Hutto, David Elliott, Janet and Bobby Powell, Cathy and Kevin Willis, and Jamie and Vickie Elliott. She also leaves behind her “adopted” son, John La Tour and his wife, Elizabeth. She also has a brother, Fred Day and his wife Janice, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

One of Jean’s favorite activities was to sit and have a good “spiritual” talk with family members. It was a high honor for her when the grandchildren, who called her “G-ma”, would tell her about their struggles and their victories so she could pray for them more specifically.

These “grands” have been challenged to carry the torch of faith into the next generation: Megan Ruth Elliott, Anna and Michael Luneau, Thomas Ryan Elliott and Tami Everett, Daniel Hutto, Nathan Elliott, Matthew and Keri Beth Powell, Caleb and Mallory Willis, Mark and Erin Powell, Logan Willis, Cari and Trigg La Tour, Kaitlyn and Thomas Littleton, Tori Elliott and Austin Tinsley, Ginny and Kyle Blush, Ben La Tour, Mary B. La Tour, Anna Beth La Tour and Drew Calvert, Nate La Tour and Kacia Young, Luke La Tour, Essie La Tour, and Fletcher La Tour. The “GREATS” are Clarke, Kara Jane, Nellie, Rend, Joanna, Sarah, Olivia, and Walker.

To the family she was Mom, Jean, Mama Jean, Aunt Jean, Grandma, or GiGi. To others she was a teacher, pastor’s wife, friend, choir director, or mentor. To all she was loved and revered.

Those preceding her in homegoing are her beloved husband, Rev. Leroy Elliott, her daughter by marriage, Bonny Fewell Elliott, her mother Gladys Irene Kenerly Day Hargrove, her father Ocie Leon Day, her sister Anita Howard, and her two brothers Harry and Julian Day.

Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church of Ville Platte on Thursday, March 10, 2022, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Friday, March 11, 2022, from 9:00 AM until time of service.

Obituary Preview: PINE PRAIRIE – Funeral Services will be held for Curtis Taffi at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte, LA. Pastor Kevin West will conduct funeral services. Burial will take place in Platin Cemetery.

Curtis Taff, 62, passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 29, 1959, in Herkimer, NY to Donald Taffi, Sr. and Velma Humble Taffi.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Tracy Taffi; two sons, James Taffi and wife, Lori of Pine Prairie and Jessie Taffi of Ville Platte; seven grandchildren, Kaleb Taffi, Aiden Taffi, Zariah Taffi, Auriyanna Thomas, Dayshawn Collins, and Travoin Freeman; two sisters, Dr. Candace Taffi Beverly and husband, Robert of Houston, TX and Patricia Taffi Odom of Ville Platte; half-brother, Ken Taffi of Alexandria. Curtis is also survived by his extended family; caregiver and like a daughter, Brittany Fontenot Franks and husband, Nicholas Franks; Summer Senegal, A’marion Fontenot, Stormy Arvie, Anaiyah Fontenot, two special extended family members that he loved like his own sons, Casey Benoit and wife, Abby of Pine Prairie and Stacey Benoit of Mamou; and his godchild, Jacob Benoit of Ville Platte.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald Taffi, Sr. and Velma Humble Taffi, maternal grandparents, James and Agnes Humble; paternal grandparents, Ulderico and Josephine Taffi; and brother-in-law, Allen Odom.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, from 10:00 AM until 10:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Thursday, March 3, 2022, from 8:00 AM until time of service.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Jessie Ray Fontenot at 2:00 PM on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Mitch Guidry will celebrate the Mass. Burial will follow in Eternal Rest Cemetery.

Jessie Ray Fontenot, 85, passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022, in Opelousas, LA. Jessie was born on September 6, 1936, in Point Blue, LA to Iry and Curldy Soileau Fontenot. Jessie worked for the City of Ville Platte for several years and later retired from the city. He loved to play the guitar and sing country music.

He is survived numerous extended family members and many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Iry and Curldy Soileau Fontenot.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Thursday, February 24, 2022, from 10:00 AM until 1:30 PM. Father Mitch Guidry will recite a rosary at 1:30 Pm on Thursday.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: GRAND PRAIRIE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Joseph Larry Soileu at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Grand Prairie, La. Father Jude Halphen will celebrate the Mass. Burial will follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery.

The Soileau family request that masks be worn to all services.

Joseph “Larry” Soileau, 70, passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022, with his wife, Paula and daughter, Miranda by his side. Larry was born on June 21, 1951, in Ville Platte, LA to Ozeme and Gladys Joubert Soileau. He grew up in Grand Prairie but left home at a young age to join the Merchant Marines and went on to spend most of his working years as a truck driver. Larry loved traveling, being around people, talking, and was always willing to help anyone in need. He had a heart of gold.

He will be deeply missed by his wife, Paula Soileau; daughter, Miranda Josie Miller-Soileau; and stepson, Christopher Kurt Fontenot.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ozeme and Gladys Joubert Soileau; and three siblings.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, from 8:00 AM until 10:30 AM. A rosary will be led by Deacon Ben Soileau at 9:00 AM.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: WHITEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Carl Kent Thibodeaux at 12:00 PM on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at the Resurrection Chapel in Whiteville, La. Father Donavan Labbe will celebrate the Mass.

Carl Kent Thibodeaux, 63, passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at his residence surrounded by his family. Carl was born on January 28, 1959, in Ville Platte, LA to Hubert and Lillian Thibodeaux. He was a longtime and dedicated employee with the DOTD. Carl loved cooking suppers for his family and friends. He enjoyed traveling, hunting, and listening to music. Carl will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his sister, Pat DeJean of Lafayette; brother, Richard Thibodeaux of Bossier City; three nieces, Sommar McDaniel of Lafayette, Adrienne Wanek and husband, Todd of Benton, and Kelsey Olivier ofPort Barre; three nephews, Christopher DeJean and wife, Kim of North Carolina, Brandon DeJean and wife, Stephanie of Youngsville, and Seth Thibodeaux and wife, Lauren of Shreveport; and six great nieces and nephews, Zaine, Godric, Korben, Natalie, Bradley, and Andrew.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Hubert and Lillian Thibodeaux; brother, John Dale Thibodeaux;sister, Janice Thibodeaux; and sister-in-law, Candace Thibodeaux.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Friday, February 18, 2022, from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM. A rosary will be prayed at 6:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Saturday, February 19, 2022, from 8:00 AM until time of service.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – Funeral Services will be held for Florinda “Flo” Guillory at 12:30 PM on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte, LA. Deacon Ben Soileau will conduct funeral services. Burial will take place in Gates of Heaven Cemetery.

Florinda “Flo” Guillory, 67, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022, in Ville Platte, LA. She was born on March 20, 1954, in Ville Platte, LA to Gilbert and Wilma Vidrine McCauley.

She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Fontenot and husband, Scott of Bayou Chicot; two grandsons, Dylan Fontenot and Damian Fontenot; two great-grandsons, Ian and Noah; sister, Judy Dixon and husband, Dave of Lafayette; stepchildren, Kimberly Guillory of Lafayette and Jonathon Guillory and wife, Kimberly; and niece, Melanie Horton.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Guillory; parents, Gilbert and Wilma Vidrine McCauley; son, Jamie Marcantel; and brother, Blake McCauley.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Thursday, February 17, 2022, from 9:30 AM until time of service. A rosary will be prayed by Deacon Ben Soileau at 12:00 PM.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Edna Ortego at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Pine Prairie, LA. Father Kenneth Mayne will celebrate the Mass. Burial will take place in St. Peter Cemetery.

Edna Ortego, 94, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022, in Sulphur, LA. She was born on April 26, 1927 in Pine Prairie, LA to Eugene and Natilia Ortego.

She is survived by her niece, Loretta O. Veillon and husband, J.L. of Lafayette; three nephews, Joseph Harold Thibodeaux and wife, Janet of Vinton, Kenneth Soileau and wife, Raenell of Mississippi, and Nolan Soileau and wife, Nell of Turkey Creek.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Natilia Ortego; two sisters, Annie Thibodeaux and Dinah Soileau; brother, Leonard Ortego; nephew, Gregory Soileau; and niece, Betty O. Gilchrist.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, from 10:00 AM until time of service. A rosary will be led by Deacon Gary Gaudin at 12:30 PM.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: ELLAVILLE/VILLE PLATTE - Mrs. Verlin R. Fontenot, 87, passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Taylor County Health and Rehabilitation. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at 4:00 PM at Shema Baptist Church, 1785 GA Hwy 228, Ellaville, GA. The family will greet friends following the service. A Funeral mass will also be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ville Platte, LA on Friday, February 18, 2022, at 11:00 AM with Father Andrew Killeen officiating. The family will greet friends at the church beginning at 10:00 AM until service time.

Mrs. Fontenot was born April 6, 1934, to Jules Reed and Armance Vidrine Reed. A native of Ville Platte, LA, Mrs. Fontenot was very proud of her Cajun heritage and held on to the Creole-French language and accent throughout her life. She enjoyed sharing those traditions by cooking Cajun meals for her friends and family. Among her favorite dishes were crawfish-etouffee, jambalaya, red beans & rice, and her famous chicken-sausage gumbo. Another favorite enjoyed by her grandchildren and son in-law was “turtle candy.” Mrs. Fontenot also enjoyed crocheting and made many blankets for her children and grandchildren. She loved her family dearly and loved sharing stories about them, especially talking about her husband, J.C. She resided at Pecan Village of Ellaville for a while and made new friends as she acquired a new hobby of growing and trading plants and flowers. A faithful church member of Sacred Heart Catholic and Shema Baptist, Mrs. Fontenot was a kind soul and enjoyed life to the fullest. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Fontenot, a son, Dennis Wayne Fontenot; two sisters, Evelyn McGee and Lina Pritchett; and two brothers, Will Reed and Lee Burt Reed.

Survivors include her daughters, Sharon Fripp and her husband, Troy of Ellaville, GA and Paula Fontenot of Ville Platte, LA; three grandchildren, Nikki Watson (Chris) of Ellaville, GA, Geneva Lamberth (Mike) of Columbus, GA and Cami Coleman (Rusty) of Ellaville, GA; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Please visit www.waywatson.com or www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com to sign the online guest register for Mrs. Fontenot.

Way-Watson Funeral Home of Ellaville and Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte has been entrusted with these arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for A. Mayner Fontenot at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Andrew Killeen will celebrate the Mass. Entombment will take place at Evangeline Memorial Mausoleum.

Arthur Mayner Fontenot, age 95, a long-time resident of Ville Platte and a faithful parishioner of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, passed away on February 9, 2022, at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Ville Platte, surrounded by his loving family. Mayner was born on June 6, 1926, in Ville Platte to Melvin and Eula Buller Fontenot. He went to live with his aunt Carrie Buller Bacon and her husband, Aronce in Mamou at the age of two when his mother became very ill. Mayner and Carrie moved back to Ville Platte when he was 10 and he eventually attended Ville Platte High, graduating in 1943.

Like many at the time, Mayner served his country during World War II. He spent two years in the Navy, then returned to Ville Platte to marry the love of his life, Margie Ardoin. They celebrated 71 years together before her death in 2018.

Mayner was a hard-working man, often holding down multiple jobs to provide for his family. After attending trade school and working at the Ville Platte Train Depot he then went to work at Cabot in 1954. As a second job, Mayner maintained the financial books for Demourelle Oil Products and Rixby Manuel Motors. Mayner was instrumental in the establishment of the Evangeline Academy School serving as Treasurer and a school board member. After retiring from Cabot in 1984, he continued as a bookkeeper at Rixby Manuel’s for many years.

Mayner was a talented woodworker and loved sharing his historical knowledge of Ville Platte. He expertly built models of several Cajun homes, a Cajun homestead, a blacksmith shop, and the Ville Platte Train Depot. Mayner also authored numerous articles for the Bonne Nouvelles capturing life in Ville Platte during the Great Depression and during World War II.

He is survived by his sons, Michael Fontenot and wife, Cathy of Ville Platte, Brent Fontenot and wife, Louise of Houston, TX, Tim Fontenot of Vidrine, and Patrick Fontenot and wife, Pam of Ville Platte; daughter, Annette Pellerin and husband, Ted of New Iberia; 10 grandchildren; 7 Great-Grandchildren; sister-in-law, Marie Ardoin of Prairie Ronde; and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Margie Fontenot; parents, Melvin and Eula Buller Fontenot; adopted mother, Carrie Buller Bacon; brothers, Sheran M. Fontenot and Kermit Fontenot; and sisters, Willie Mae F. Benson, Ruby Verna Rougeau, and Robbie F. Deacon.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Friday, February 11, 2022, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A rosary will be prayed by Deacon Ben Soileau at 6:30 PM. Visitation will resume on Saturday, February 12, 2022, from 9:00 AM until time of service.

The family would like to thank the staff at Heritage Manor in Ville Platte for their loving care throughout the past three years. There are too many nurses and aides to name them all, but the family would particularly like to thank Mona Thomas, Cynthia Franks, Daesha Arvie, and Jasmine Fontenot for everything they did for Mayner and the family, especially during the COVID shutdown. The family would also like to thank Guardian Hospice Care of Alexandria for their compassionate care provided to Mayner.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Gloria L. Dupre, age 76, at 10:00 AM on Friday, February 11, 2022, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Tom Voorhies will celebrate the Mass. Burial will take place at Attales Cemetery.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her daughter, Gwen LeBleu; sons, Brady Willis, Jr. and Samuel H. Willis; brother, Ricky Fontenot and wife, Roxane of Basile; sisters, Helen Wiltz and husband, Terry of Zachary and Barbara LeBleu of St. Landry; six grandchildren, Chelsey LeBleu, Kyle Willis and wife, Tori, Katie Hooks and husband, Robert, Kimberly Willis, Kevin Willis, and Devin Willis and wife, Jessica; and 9 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, August and Alicia Fontenot LeBleu; sister, Norma J. Conerly; and brother, Joseph LeBleu.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Glinda Faye Fontenot at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Ville Platte, La. Father Andrew Killeen will celebrate the Mass. Entombment will take place a Sacred Heart Mausoleum.

Glinda Faye Fontenot, 75, passed away on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Heritage Manor in Ville Platte. Glinda was an LPN who worked hard for many years caring for others. She was a compassionate, loving, and caring mother and grandmother. She loved taking care of things, whether it was her family, her flowers and plants, or her dog, which she loved dearly. Glinda had a special place in her heart for her fur baby, Phileppe. She enjoyed camping and going on trips with Annison. She loved cooking and baking for family and friends and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Glinda will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved her.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her sons, John Keith Fontenot of Orange, TX and Eric James Fontenot (Joyce) of Baton Rouge; grandchildren, Kyle, Haley, and Lance Fontenot of Orange, TX and Eduardo “Eddie” Fontenot of Baton Rouge; former husband and dear friend, Annison Fontenot of Ville Platte; brothers, James “June” Fontenot and Racheal Fontenot (Jennifer) both of Melville; and sister, Rita Fontenot (Gerald) of Grand Prairie.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James “Jim” and Mildred Vidrine Fontenot, and brothers, Eldon Fontenot and Paul Ted Fontenot.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Monday, February 7, 2022, from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM. A rosary will be prayed at 6:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, from 8:00 AM until time of service.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – Funeral Services will be held for Annie Lee Fontenot Saucier at 2:00 PM on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte, La. Deacon Ben Soileau will conduct funeral services. Burial will take place in St. Andrew Cemetery in Plaisance.

Annie Lee Fontenot Saucier, 85, passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022, at Heritage Manor in Opelousas. Annie worked as a sales associate at TG&Y for many years and went on to become an inspector at Holloway Sportwear, where she retired in 1998. She was a loving and devoted homemaker, wife, mother and beloved grandmother. Wife to farmer, Yat Saucier, she loved to watch the cows and the chickens and all their other farm animals in the pastures. Annie enjoyed cooking and loved to bake and found joy in helping and caring for others. She was devoted to her faith and attended Sunday Mass at the old St. Andrew’s Church in Plaisance and later at St. Peters in Grand Prairie. She loved the lord and never skipped reciting her rosary nightly in English and then in French. She was loved by many and will be dearly missed.

She is survived by two sons, Merrill Fontenot of Plaisance and Danny Fontenot of Ville Platte; brother, Raymond Fontenot of Plaisance; three grandchildren, Alex Fontenot, Alaina Fontenot, and Amy Fontenot; and five great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Chelsey, Joseph Randall, Kalup, and Kanon.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Atwood “Yat” Saucier’ parents, Alphonse Fontenot and Carrie Dupre Fontenot; and sisters, Gerry Pitre, Rose Lafleur, Ruth Soileau, and Loretta Bertrand and grandson, Daniel Kade Fontenot.

Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Ville Platte on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, from 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Deacon Chuck Ortego will pray a rosary on Wednesday at 6:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Tuesday, February 10, 2022, from 9:00 AM until time of service.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – Funeral services will be held at a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Ville Platte for Bussie “BJ" Hill, 87, who passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022, in Lafayette, where he currently resided.

Father Andrew Killeen will be Celebrant of the Mass and will conduct funeral services.

Burial will follow in the Evangeline Memorial Park Cemetery.

Bussie “BJ” Hill was born on September 9, 1934, in Ville Platte, Louisiana to Kirby and Agnes Hill and was a long-time resident of Ville Platte. BJ worked for the state of Louisiana for over thirty years as an investigator. Having been raised in South Louisiana, BJ was a true outdoorsman; he enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time. BJ also enjoyed sports, especially football. He enjoyed life to the fullest and enjoyed his weekly Wednesday night supper with friends where they cooked delicious Cajun food and played a friendly game of cards. BJ’s greatest joy was that of spending time with his family. This great man will be missed by many, and his memory will live forever in their hearts.

BJ is survived by his son Perry Luke Hill and wife, Melissa of Richmond, Texas; grandchildren, Lindsey Rammrath and husband, Brandon of Fulshear, Texas and Brendan Hill and wife, Ashley of Kenner, Louisiana; and great grandchildren Grayson and Kinsley Rammrath.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Arthurine Hill; parents, Kirby and Agnes Hill; and sister, Marth Hill Johnson.

At the request of the family, visitation will be observed from 9:30 AM until service at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – Funeral services will be held at a 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Ville Platte on Monday, January 31, 2022, for Ernest A. “Ernie” Maroney, 72, who passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022.

Father Andrew Killeen, associate pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church will be celebrant of the Mass and will conduct funeral services.

Burial will take place in the Brookside Cemetery in Houston, TX.

Ernest A. “Ernie” Maroney a resident of Lafayette and longtime resident of Turkey Creek passed away peacefully at the age of 72. Ernie spent his life working as an Oilfield Salesman. He loved the outdoors and spent much time hunting, fishing, and tending to his garden. He had a green thumb and would plant anything that would grow. Ernie enjoyed fishing in tournaments with his son. And he loved to bar-b-que and was known to make the best smoked Brisket. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends.

Ernie is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jo Dwyer Maroney; son, Patrick Kelly Maroney and wife, Amanda of Breaux Bridge; daughter, Maggie Brightman and husband, Randy of Valdosta, GA; grandchildren, Emery Maroney, Fiona Brightman, Mackenzie Rifkin, and James Rifkin; sisters, Bonnie Maroney and Adrian Holland both of Oklahoma City, OK; sister in law, Mary Ann Cleek and husband, Robin; nephew, Scott Alexander; step-mother, Lucile Bechet Maroney of Lafayette; step-brothers, Paul Eason of Lafayette, David Eason of Lafayette, and half-sister, Sarah Brown Maroney of Lafayette.

He is preceded in death by his parents, KJ and Vergie Mae Carr Maroney; and sister, Linda Eads.

At the request of the family, a visitation will be held on Sunday, January 30, 2022, beginning at 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A rosary will be led by Deacon Tim Donovan at 6:00 PM on Sunday.

Family and friends may leave condolences for the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: VILLE PLATTE – Funeral services will be held at a 1:00 PM Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Ville Platte on Thursday, January 27, 2022, for Earlis Paul Vidrine, 89, who passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022.

Father Tom Voorhies, Pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church will be celebrant of the Mass and will conduct funeral services.

Burial will take place in the Belaire Cove Cemetery.

Earlis Paul Vidrine was born on May 11, 1932, in Ville Platte, LA to Nestor and Una Vidrine. A proud veteran of the United States Army, he served as a tank sergeant in the Korean War. He worked for the Department of Transportation for many years. After retiring Earlis enjoyed raising cattle and racehorses and tending to his garden. He enjoyed spending time outdoors. He loved and adored his family. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends.

Earlis is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Shirley Vidrine; sons, Christopher Vidrine and wife, Becky and Daniel Vidrine and wife, Leticia; daughter, Maria Brown and husband, Kenneth; 17 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister, Ollie Rae Brown and husband, Homer; brothers, Carol Vidrine and wife, Louella Vidrine, and Mike Vidrine and wife, Charlotte; and sister-in-law, Sue Vidrine.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Peggy Hudspeth; son, Philip Vidrine; grandson, Brady Hudspeth; son-in-law, Dale Sittig; parents, Nestor and Una Vidrine; and brothers, Wayne Vidrine, Fred Vidrine, Donald Vidrine, and Larry Vidrine.

At the request of the family, a visitation will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2022, beginning at 8:00 AM until time of service. A rosary will be led by Father Tom Voorhies at 12:15 PM on Thursday.

Family and friends may leave condolences for the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.