Obituaries

CARINA ALICE “TAUNT SUE” VASSEUR

Carina Alice “Tante Sue” Vasseur, beloved member of the Mamou community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, after living a beautiful life of 93 years. Born on Wednesday, June 3, 1931, in Mamou, Carina’s warmth and spirit touched the lives of many who had the pleasure of knowing her.

DELOUIS DAIRE

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Delouis Daire, 86, who departed this life peacefully on Monday, March 31, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.

DEBORA THERESE DEMORUELLE HAMILTON

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debora Theresa Demoruelle Hamilton, who left this world peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family, at the age of 70.

ETHELINE DEVILLE

With deep gratitude, we extend our heartfelt thanks for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support during this time of loss.

NELLA WIN FONTENOT HAZARD

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nella Win Fontenot Hazard, a beloved resident of Ville Platte, who peacefully passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at the age of 97.

BENNY JUAN TIDWELL

BAYOU CHICOT - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Benny Juan Tidwell Sr., 67, who departed this life on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at his home in Bayou Chicot. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.

JACKIE J. JONES

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jackie J. Jones, a beloved nurse, devoted caretaker, and cherished member of the Mamou community.

Member of Solid Waste Commission passes away

BAYOU CHICOT - Garland Ray Forman Sr., a loving father, grandfather, and pillar of the community entered his eternal home on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Ville Platte, at the age of 87.

EVANNA FONTENOT

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Evanna Fontenot, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this life on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the age of 86.

ALICE C. FOSTER

Louisiana First Lady Alice C. Foster, a 48-year resident of St. Mary Parish and native of Portsmouth, Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 6, 2025, surrounded in love by her family.