Obituaries

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. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m.

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. Funeral services will be held at Calvary Baptist Church in Bayou Chicot on Friday, March 14, 2025, at 1 p.m.

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. Funeral services were held at St.

JOHN RODRICK FONTENOT

VILLE PLATTE - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John Roderick Fontenot, 83, of Ville Platte, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m.

GWEN MANUEL PHILLIPS

VILLE PLATTE - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gwendolyn Manuel Phillips, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Gwen, 71, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette.