A resident of LaPlace, he died at 11:20 a.m. Monday, Oct. 29, 2001. He was 85 and a native of Bessmay, Texas. He was the beloved husband of the late Corinne Lowry Abreo; father of Kathleen A. Rice, Elinor Darnell, Lois Collier, Jefferson Abreo and William A. Abreo Jr.; son of the late Leon Abreo Sr. and Margaret Badeaux Abreo; and brother of Helen Haydel, John Earl Abreo Sr. and the late Leon Abreo Jr., Vernell Abreo and Marguerite Ristrophe. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Gramercy, at 10:30 a.m. Friday. Friends may call at the church after 8:30 a.m. Friday. Interment will be private. Arrangements entrusted to H.C. Alexander Funeral Home of Lutcher.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, November 1, 2001
Contributed by Jane Edson

Accardo, Anthony "Tony" Tony died on Wednesday, April 26, 2006, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Gonzales. He was 85 and a lifelong resident of Hester. He was born on June 6, 1920, and was the youngest and last remaining child of Joseph and Mattia Cashio Accardo. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ruth Louque Accardo; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Anthony Dale and Joyce Lyn, Ricky and June, Keith and Darlene, and Jody Accardo; two daughters and a son-in-law, Donna and Donald Anglin, and Mary Accardo; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Beverly Accardo, brothers, Henry, Frank, Charles, Leon, Pasqual, Vincent, Joseph and Salvatore; and sisters, Katie Toscano, Rose Cicio, Sara Cangelosi, Mary Cambise and Josephine Oliver. He retired from Kaiser Aluminum. Tony loved farming and continued farming until his death. He was an U.S. Army veteran of World War II and a member of the Knights of Columbus and VFW Post 5852. Visitation on Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Convent. Entombment in St. Michael's Mausoleum in Convent. Alexander Funeral Home of Lutcher is in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - April 28, 2006

An employee of Winn-Dixie Supermarkets for 27 years and a resident of Paulina, she died Tuesday, June 27, 2000, in a boating accident. She was 44, born in New Orleans. Survivors include her father, Anthony Accardo; mother, Ruth Louque Accardo; four brothers, Anthony, Ricky, Keith and Jody Accardo; and two sisters, Donna Anglin and Mary Accardo. Visiting at H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, 2208 Jefferson Highway, Lutcher, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday. Visiting at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, after 8:30 a.m. Friday. Relatives, friends of the family and employees of Winn-Dixie Supermarkets are invited to attend Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at the church at 10:30 a.m. Friday. Entombment in St. Michael's Cemetery.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, November 1, 2001
Contributed by Jane Edson

Jesus whispered in her ear, "Flo, it's time to go. Mary is waiting." Florence Louque Accardo, age 97, was born on June 4, 1911. A resident of Hester and native of Convent, she passed away on Monday, Feb. 16, 2009. Survived by Daughter: Joyce A. Stone, Brother: Manual Louque, Three sisters: Hilda Roussel, Ruth Accardo and Alice Bourgeois, Three grandchildren: Karla Beck and husband Michael Jr., Ronald "Buck" Kliebert and wife Deanna, and Christopher Kliebert and wife Andrea, Four great-grandchildren: Taylor Naquin, Michael Beck III, Ashlyn Kliebert and Ryan Kliebert. Preceded in death by Husband: Michel Accardo, Parents: Ulysse and Arkange Bourgeois Louque, Daughter: Patricia Kliebert, Brothers: Stark, Joseph and Ulysse Louque Jr., Sisters: Lucia Louque, Marant Bourgeois, Marie Pizzuto and Louisiana Delatte. Visitation, Mass of Christain Burial and Interment at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Highway 44, Convent, LA 70723. Arrangements by Rose Lynn Funeral Services. To sign and view family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Feb. 18, 2009

ACCARDO Frances Accardo, age 95, died on October 14, 2012. She was a resident and native of Hester, La. She was proceded in death by her husband Sammy, and parents George and Caroline Alfano Perniciaro, her five sisters, Lucy Boudreaux, Mary Carnaggio, Josephine Brack, Margaret Barbair, Rose Noble, four brothers Joseph, Frank, Anthony, and Lucien Perniciaro. Accardo was survived by her son Sammy Accardo Sr. and wife Cookie, daughter Janey Accardo Guillot and husband Mervin, 5 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was a member of the catholic daughters of America court #2080. Relatives and friend are invite to attend visitation at St. Micheal the Archangel Catholic Church in Convent, La, 9:00am to Funeral time at 11;00am, on Tuesday October, 16,2012. Interment will follow at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Cemetery in Convent, La.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from October 13 to October 14, 2012

Joseph Accardo, Sr., age 87, born September 3, 1916, and died on Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 8:05 PM. A native and resident of Hester, LA. Mr. Accardo was a lifetime farmer in St. James Parish. He was a member on the Louisiana State Market Commission for 20 years and a member and officer of East St. James Farm Bureau. He was a member of the Agriculture Stabilization Conservation Service committee. He was named by the Progressive Farmer Magazine as one of Louisiana's Outstanding Farmers in 1975. He was a council member of St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church and a member of Knights of Columbus Council #1817. Survived by wife Louise Roccaforte Accardo, son Joseph Accardo, Jr., daughters, Tillie A. Catoire, Jean A. Simoneaux, Susan A. Gravois, and brothers, Sam Accardo, Anthony Accardo, and daughter-in-laws, Catherine S. Accardo, and son-in-laws, Dorrell Catoire, Larry Simoneaux, Bobby Gravois and 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren. Predeceased in death by parents, Mattia Cashio Accardo and Joseph Accardo; brothers, Henry, Frank, Charlie, Leon, Pasqual, and Vincent; sisters, Katie Toscano, Rose Cicio, Sara Cangelosi, Mary Cambise, and Josephine Oliver and 1 great-granddaughter. Visitation on Monday, November 3, 2003 from 9:00a.m. until 12:00 noon at St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church in Convent, LA. Followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 noon. Interment at St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Mausoleum in Convent. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to The Alzheimers Association. Rose Lynn Funeral Services, (225) 869-0000, 1870 Cabanose Avenue, Lutcher, LA 70071 (off Hwy. 3125) in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Sunday, November 2, 2003
Contributed by Jane Edson

Louise Roccaforte Accardo, age 93, was born on October 29, 1916 and passed away on December 26, 2009 at 12:00 noon. She was a native of Garyville, LA and a resident of Belmont, LA. Louise loved to feed her family and friends, and to garden. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters, serving and preparing a St. Joseph Altar at her home for many years. She was a devoted Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother. She will be missed dearly. Survived By Joseph Accardo, Jr. and wife Catherine, Son Tillie Catoire and husband Dorrel, Daughter Jean Simoneaux, Daughter Susan Gravois and husband Bobby, Daughter Amie Krake, Joseph Accardo, III, Justin Accardo, Paula Bradley, David Catoire, Patrick Catoire, Larry Simoneaux, Jr., Ross Gravois, Stephanie Rupe, Jude Gravois and Katie Dicharry. Grandchildren; 22 Great-grandchildren. Preceded in Death By Joseph Accardo, Sr., Spouse; Frank Roccaforte, Father; Mary Palermo Roccaforte, Mother; Lamana Roccaforte, Brother; Rosie Tramonte, Sister; Sarah Bueche, Sister; Marie Landry, Sister
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Louise Roccaforte Accardo, 93, was born Oct. 29, 1916, and passed away Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009, at noon. She was a native of Garyville and a resident of Belmont. She is survived by a son, Joseph Accardo Jr. and wife Catherine; daughters, Tillie Catoire and husband Dorrel, Jean Simoneaux, and Susan Gravois and husband Bobby. Also survived by her grandchildren, Amie Krake, Joseph Accardo III, Justin Accardo, Paula Bradley, David Catoire, Patrick Catoire, Larry Simoneaux Jr., Ross Gravois, Stephanie Rupe, Jude Gravois and Katie Dicharry; as well as 22 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Accardo Sr.; parents, Frank and Mary Palermo Roccaforte; brother, Lamana Roccaforte; and sisters, Rosie Tramonte, Sarah Bueche and Marie Landry. Visitation at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Convent, on Tuesday, Dec. 29, from 8:30 a.m. until funeral at 11 a.m. Burial in the church cemetery. Arrangements by Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, December 28, 2009
Contributed by Jane Edson

Mabel Matherne Accardo on Friday, May 17, 1998 at Baton Rouge General Hospital. Wife of the late Hanry Accardo. Sister of Myrtle M. Roussel of Hester, La., and the late Nary M. Martin and Milton Matherne. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Age 90 years. A native of Belmont, La., and a long time resident of Gramercy, La. She stayed with her nephey Rolbly (Bobby) Roussel of Baton Rouge for a short period of time. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a mass of Christian Burial on Sat., May 18, 1996, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Gramercy, LA at 11 AM. Entombment St. Michael Mausoleum, Convent, La. Visitation at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Sat. from 8 am to 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations to Sacred Heart Building Fund or Masses preferred. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, LA in charge of arrangements.
The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) - Saturday, May 18, 1996

Ruth L. Accardo, a devout Catholic and loving mother and grandmother, passed away on Monday, March 23rd, 2020 at the age of 96. She was a resident of Hester, Louisiana. She is survived by her children, Dale Accardo (Joycelyn), Ricky Accardo, Sr. ( June), Donna A. Anglin ( Don), Keith Accardo, Sr. (Darlene), Jody Accardo and Mary Accardo. Ruth is also survived by her grandchildren, Tony, Angela Martin, Ricky Jr. (Aleisha), Michael, Marcy Herrington (Lee), Keith, Jr. (Jenna), Dennis (Erin), Heather Wilson (Ricky) and Joshua as well as 14 great-grandchildren. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Accardo; parents, Ulysse and Archange Bourgeois; daughter, Beverly Accardo; brothers, Manuel, Stark, Joseph and Ulysse, Jr. Louque; sisters, Lucia Louque, Merante Bourgeois, Marie Pizzuto, Louisiana Deslatte, Hilda Roussel, Florence Accardo and Alice Bourgeois. Private services will be held for Ruth's immediate family. The family would like to gratefully acknowledge Father Vincent Dufresne and Father Alec Sheldon for the prayers and blessings bestowed upon their beloved mother. They would also like to give special thanks to Dr. Vellanki and staff for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred.
Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA; February 13, 2021

Salvatore (Sam) Accardo, age 90. He was born on February 9, 1913 and died on Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at 2:30 am at St. James Parish Hospital. A native and resident of Hester, LA. Survived by his wife, Frances Perniciaro Accardo and son, Sammy Accardo, Sr. and daughter, Janey Accardo Guillot, son-in-law, Mervin Guillot and daughter-in-law, Cookie Accardo; and 5 grandchildren and 5 great-greandchildren and brother, Anthony Accardo. Predeceased in Death by parents, Mattia Cashio Accardo and Joseph Accardo, brothers Joseph, Henry, Frank, Charles, Leon, Pasqual and Vincent. Sisters: Katie Toscano, Rose Cico, Sara Cangelosi, Mary Cambise, and Josephine Oliver. Visitation on Friday, December 19, 2003 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Rose Lynn Funeral Services and from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church in Convent. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 p.m. Interment at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Mausoleum in Convent, LA. Rose Lynn Funeral Services, (225) 869-0000, 1870 Cabanose Avenue, Lutcher, LA 70071 (off Hwy 3125) in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Thursday, December 18, 2003
Contributed by Jane Edson

Dolores (BeBe) Cecilia Lieteau Adams, a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA until Hurricane Katrina, passed away in Alexandria, Louisiana, on Sunday, March 20, 2011. She was 80 years old. Beloved wife of 61 years to Robert E. Adams, Sr. Daughter of the late Josephine Chopin Lieteau and Albert Lieteau, Sr. Sister to Jessilea Lieteau Dejoie and the late Albert Lieteau Jr., Warren Joseph Lieteau, and Gloria Lieteau Williams. Mother to Robert E. Adams, Jr., Cynthia (Bruce) Adams Pattani, Jessilea (Stanley) Adams Neal, Wayne (Cecilia) Francis Adams, and Warren Leodolph Adams, Sr. Grandmother to Greer T. Adams, Simone K. Pattani, Warren L. Adams, Jr, and Danielle T. Neal. She is survived by brothers-in-law: Walter (Juanita) Adams and Francis Adams, a sister-in-law, Henrietta Lieteau, and a hosts of nieces, nephew, cousins and friends. She was a graduate of McDonogh 35 Senior High School and was a member of its Alumni Association. Relatives and friends of the family, McDonogh 35 Class of 1950, and parishioners of the Christian Worship Center in Alexandria, Louisiana are invited to attend the Christian Mass at St. Katharine Drexel, 2015 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA, on Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 10:00 am, with visitation at the Church from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Michael's Cemetery in Convent, LA. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com and nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC. in charge.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Contributed by Jane Edson

Robert Adams, a lifelong resident of New Orleans until the advent of hurricane Katrina, passed away at his home in Alexandria, Louisiana on July 26, 2012. He was 82 years old. Beloved husband of 61 years to the late Dolores Lieteau Adams and son of the late Estelle Adams and Robert Smith. Brother to Walter Adams (Juanita) and Francis Adams (the late Ethel) and the late Charles Adams (Marylee), Leodolph Adams (Estelle), Grace Randolph ( Raymond), Lionel Cotton (Earl), Annette Otis (Sidney), Gladys Branch (Robert), Gertrude Morgan (Joseph), Ruby Adams (James), and Estelle Davis (Bill). Father to Robert Edward Adams Jr, Cynthia (Bruce) Adams Pattani, Jessilea (Stanley) Adams Neal, Wayne (Cecilia) Francis Adams, Warren Leodolph Adams, Sr. Grandfather to Greer Theresa Adams, Simone Kristen Pattani, Warren Leodolph Adams, Jr, and Danielle Theresa Neal. Robert retired after 31 years from Higgins Marine and after several years from Charlie's SteakHouse. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was a member of the YMCA and a faithful member of the Orleanians Club. He is survived by sister-in-laws, Jessilea Dejoie and Henrietta Lieteau, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family and parishioners of the Christian Worship Center in Alexandria, Louisiana are invited to attend the Christian Mass at St. Katharine Drexel, 2015 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA, on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at 10:00 am, with visitation at the Church from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Michael's Cemetery in Convent, LA. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com and nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Contributed by Jane Edson

Garyville, Louisiana - Tamika Elizabeth Adams, age 42, departed this life on Tuesday December 5, 2017. Daughter of Dianne and Deacon Alfred Adams Sr., Sister of Alfred (Paula) Adams Jr., Patrick (Kizzy) Adams Sr. She's also survived by nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends. Funeral service on Monday, December 11, 2017, at 11:00am at St. Michael Catholic Church, Hwy 44, Convent, La., Father Vincent officiating. Viewing from 8 am until service time. Interment: Church Cemetery. Service entrusted to HOBSON BROWN FUNERAL HOME, 134 DAISY ST. GARYVILLE, LA; 985-535-2516.
Published in The Advocate from Dec. 9 to Dec. 11, 2017

MT. AIRY - Orelia Ainey, 77, a native and resident of Convent, died Nov. 20. She was the daughter of the late Adam Sr., and Blanche Darensbourg Ainey, and sister of Victoria Adams and Florence Ainey, and the late Amelia Shorty, Josephine Wilkerson, Melvin David Sr., and the Rev. Adam Ainey. Services were Nov. 23 at St. Mark Baptist Church, Mt. Airy, with interment at St. Michael Cemetery, Convent.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Friday, November 26, 2004
Contributed by Jane Edson

MarieMelodie, daughter of Jean THERIOT & Emma PANDEVEL, born 16 Mar 1855, baptized 4 May 1855. Sponsors: Justinien THERIOT & Suzanne VALPI. Recorded in St. Michael's Church, Convent, St. James, LA (SMI-6, 267).

Melodia THERIOT, age around 20 years, wife of Emile ANDERMAN, buried on 7 Jun 1873. Recorded at St. Michael's Church (SMI-22, 70).

She was only 18 years old, died the same day her daughter was born. The child died just over two months after her mother.
Contributed by Karen Theriot Reader

Birth source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 2, 1770-1803, Page 21: Abraham (Jean Charles & Marie Josephe Babin) bt. 20 Jan. 1782, bn. not given, spo. Jean Arceneaux & Marie Babin (SJA-1,42)

Death source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 5, 1830-1839, Page 20: Abraham, age 46 yrs., bur. 4 Sept. 1830 (SMI-4,87)

Abraham was twice married. First marriage to Marie Eloise LeBlanc, d/p Joseph and Margarita landry LeBlanc, on Aug. 30, 1802 in St. James Parish. She died before Mar., 1815. Probably buried at this cemetery. Second was to Marie Carmelite Conille, d/o Salvador and Mariana Peleret Conille, on Mar. 27, 1815 in Ascension Parish, LA. She was born c1779 in New Orleans and was the widow of Francois Huguette, born Catalonia, Spain.
Contributed by Theresa

Edward John "Chomp" Arceneaux, Sr. passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at the St. James Parish Hospital. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict, a member of the United States Army and the United States Air Force. He was the owner-operator of a service station and a mail carrier with the United States Postal Service. A member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Convent, the VFW and American Legion Post in Lutcher. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mildred Marie Chauvin Arceneaux. Three children; Edward "Butch" Arceneaux, Jr., Jeffrey Arceneaux (Mollie Louque) and Marilyn A. Waguespack (Ivy) of Convent. Six grandchildren; Jennifer Waguespack Murphy (Jamie), Brad Waguespack (Heather Morales), Devon Waguespack, Luke, Lindsey and Laynie Arceneaux. Five great-grandchildren; Lauryn LeBoeuf, Peyton Murphy, Collin, Alex and Brennan Waguespack. Special friends; Kat and Fred Alleman and Margie "Poon" Chauvin, Paulette and Robert Havard. He was preceded in death by his parents; Paul Joseph Arceneaux and Nellie Hebert. . Eight brothers and one sister. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 15, 2010 from 8:00 am until 10:45 am at the St. Michaels Catholic Church in Convent. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am from the church with Fr. Mark Beard officiating. Military Honors will be held at St. Mary's Cemetery in Convent. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the H. C. Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Sunday, November 14, 2010
Contributed by Jane Edson

Birth source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 15: Florentine Myrthe (Abraham and Carmelite Couil [sic]) bn. 24 Feb. 1828 bt. 16 Aug. 1828 spo. Francois Bourgeois and Teleside Arcenaux (SMI-3,151)

Death/burial source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 15: Florentine Myrthe, bn. 24 Feb. 1828 (Abraham and Carmelite Couil)[sic] bur. 13 Apr. 1829 (SMI-4,82)

Contributed by Jack Coffee

Birth source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 15: Florentine Myrthe (Abraham and Carmelite Couil [sic]) bn. 24 Feb. 1828 bt. 16 Aug. 1828 spo. Francois Bourgeois and Teleside Arcenaux (SMI-3,151)
Contributed by Lenny Zimmerman
Death/burial source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 15: Florentine Myrthe, bn. 24 Feb. 1828 (Abraham and Carmelite Couil)[sic] bur. 13 Apr. 1829 (SMI-4,82)
Contributed by Theresa

Marriage recorded during Spanish rule in LA, therefore names where given in Spanish: Felicitas (Juan & Luzdivin Grancher) m. 11 Jan. 1792, Lorenzo Arseno (Arseneau) (Juan and Judie Bercheron) wit. Juan Baptista Bursua (Bourgeois), Margarita Bursua (Bourgeois), Luis Bernar (SJA-2,14)from Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 2, 1770-1803.

His death record reads: Arseneaux, Laurent, age 52, bur. 17 Feb 1825 (SMI-4, 62) and found in Vol. 4 of the Diocese books, 1820-1829, page 16.

Contributed by Jack Coffee

CONVENT - Laurence Schexnaydre "Une" Aubert, 86, native of Smoke Bend and resident of Convent, died April 3. She was the wife of Laurent "Rip"Aubert and the mother of Sonjie Haydel. She was also the daughter of the late Albert and Cesaire Schexnaydre and sister to Cecile Waguespack, Alda Louviere and the late Mathilda Waguespack and Dennis Schexnaydre. She is also survived by two grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, with entombment at St. Michael's Mausoleum, Convent. Visitation begins at 9a.m.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Wednesday, April 5, 2000
Contributed by Jane Edson

CONVENT - Laurent J. "Rip" Aubert, 88, a native of Wallace and resident of Convent, died June 1. He was the husband of the late Laurence "Une" S.Aubert and father of Sonjie Haydel. He was also the son of the late Victor and Alice Dufresne Aubert and brother of Florence Louviere, Georgine Granier and the late Theresa Chauvin, Lillian Minvielle and Claude Aubert Sr. He is also survived by two grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church,Convent, with interment at the church mausoleum. Visitation starts at 9a.m.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Saturday, June 3, 2000
Contributed by Jane Edson

A native and resident of Convent, she passed away at her home at 10:45 a.m., Sunday, May 11, 2014. She was 69. Visiting at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, Saturday, May 17, from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Vincent Dufresne and Deacon Alfred Adams. Entombment in St. Michael's Mausoleum, Convent. Survived by a sister, Doris A. Gaudin and husband, Perry; brothers, Leonard and wife Joyce, Herman and wife Sherry, Michael and wife Hazel, and Harvey, Perry, Wayne and Darryl Augillard; sister-in-law, Jean Augillard; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Emile Augillard Sr., and Cora Tureaud Augillard; her sister, Gloria Augillard and brothers, Emile Jr., and Donald Augillard. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visit www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guestbook.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, May 15, 2014
Contributed by Jane Edson

Died 4:50 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28, 1994, at Dixon Medical Center, Denham Springs. She was a native and resident of Convent. Visiting at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Paulina, 10 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday. Christian burial at Mount Olive Baptist Church at 12 noon Saturday, conducted by the Rev. Samuel Jones. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent. Preceded in death by husband, Emile Augillard Sr.; two daughters, Deloris and Marion Augillard; a son, Donald Augillard; mother and father, Ruth Ella Moten and Charles Tureaud; stepfather, Jim Westly; two sisters, Isabella Thomas and Lena Costly; and a grandson, Charles Jackson. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Friday, December 2, 1994

A native of Convent and a resident of Paulina. He passed away at his residence at 12:00 P.M., January 26, 2016. He was 65. Visiting at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, Tuesday, February 2, 2016, from 9:30 A.M. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 A.M. Burial will be private. Survived by his wife, Jacqueline Lucas Augillard. Daughters: Laronda Bolding, Terry'Lynn Moore and India Lucas. Sons: Kyelin and Quentin Bolding, Deshaun and Rashaun Augillard, Blake Scott, Shannon Hargrove, Jessie Baloney, and Andrew Lucas. Sisters: Doris (Perry) Gaudin, and Shirley Augillard. Brothers: Leonard (Joyce) Augillard, Harvey, Wayne,and Darryl Augillard, Herman (Sherell) Augillard and Michael (Hazel) Augillard. Mother and Father in law: Grace and Henry Howard, numerous grandchildren, sisters and brothers in law, nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents: Emile Augillard, Sr. And Cora Tureaud Augillard. Two sisters: Gloria and Carolyn Augillard. Brother: Emile Augillard, Jr. Two sons: Charlton Clayton and Watson Watson. Brazier-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Sunday, January 31, 2016
Contributed by Jane Edson

A native of Convent and a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Rachel passed in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the age of 50 [1/11/2019]. Survived by her father, Leonard Augillard. Her daughter, Andrea Augillard Wright. Her sister, Faith Augillard. Her brothers, Ernest, Leonard and Thaddeus Augillard. Her grandson, Xavier Hill. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her mother, Mary Ann Collins. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com, to sign our guest book.
Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, LA; February 14, 2021

Death/burial source: Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge. LA, Vol. 8, 1853-1857, Page 26: Germain Ayme, age 75, old soldier, bur. 2 July 1855 (SMI-4,242) [War of 1812?]

Contributed by Jack Coffee

Kirk Jude Bailey, age 59, was born on October 14, 1958 and passed away on September 10, 2018. He was a native and resident of Gramercy, LA. Kirk is survived by his wife of 36 years, Nina R. Bailey; 3 sons, Jordan J., Justin A. (wife, Amanda A. Baileyy), and Jace P.; 1 daughter, Jennie B. Brignac (husband, Seth Brignac); mother, Helen "Tootie" Bailey; siblings, Lydia & David Arceneaux, Laura & Philip Saunier, and Fran & Monty Vail. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Nichelle, Jordan, Jr., Shane, Casey, Paislee, and Brenton Bailey. He was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Bailey. Kirk's family would like to thank all of his devoted family and friends as well as the staffs of Ochsner Main Campus and St. Joseph Hospice. A visitation will be held in his honor on Thursday, September 13, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Rose Lynn Funeral Home in Lutcher, LA. Visitation will resume on Friday, September 14, 2018 at 9 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Convent, LA followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Rose Lynn Funeral Services is in charge of the arrangements.
Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA; February 14, 2021

Lloyd Vernon Banks at The Carpenters House in Baton Rouge, LA, at 12:55 P.M., Saturday, July 7, 2012. Son of the late Matthew Banks and Melba Jones Banks. Brother and brother-in-law of Betty Banks Hayes (late, Irvin Hayes, Sr.), Geraldine and Andrew Dunn, Laverne and Joseph McKinley, Melvin and Shirley Banks, Richard Banks, and the late Melba Taylor, and Nolan Banks. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 75. Visiting at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, LA., Wednesday, July 11, 2012 from 9:30 A.M. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 A.M. conducted by the Rev. Vincent Dufrense and assisted by Deacon Alfred Adams. Interment in church cemetery. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To offer condolences to the family visit our website at www.brazierwatson.com.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Contributed by Jane Edson

A native and resident of Convent, Richard Dale "Ricky" Banks Sr. passed away at his daughter's residence in Gonzales at 8:45 p.m., Friday, September 1, 2017. He was 69. Visiting at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, Saturday, September 9, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Vincent Dufrense and Deacon Alfred Adams. Interment in church cemetery. Survived by daughters: Jazel Banks-(Wallace) Mitchell and Shatisha Burns (Donald) Scott. Sons: Richard Dale Banks Jr., Larondell Esko and Ron (Kristin) Bardell. Sisters: Geraldine (Andrew) Dunn, Laverne (Joseph) McKinley and Betty Hayes. 20 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents: Matthew Banks and Melba Jones Banks. A sister: Melba Ann Taylor. Brothers: Lloyd, Melvin and Nolan Banks; and a brother-in-law, Irvin Hayes. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, September 7, 2017
Contributed by Jane Edson

On Sunday, February 21, 1963, at 10:10 o'clock a.m., Mrs. Odile Michel Barbier, wife of the late Hubert Barbier, mother of Hubert Jr., Louis, Albert and the late Ignace Barbier and Mrs. Louise Schiffers, also survived by 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, a resident of St. John Parish., La., and of New Orleans, La., for the past two years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. Services from Millet Funeral Home, Reserve, La., on Tuesday, February 26, 1963, at 9 o'clock a.m., followed by religious services at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Reserve, La. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent, La.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday morning, February 26, 1963, sec. 1, p. 2

Eva Mae Bell Bartley-Julian, entered into eternal rest in Antioch, California at the age of 101. She was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church. Daughter of the late George and Emily Bell. Wife of the late Mansfield Bartley and Reyneld Julian. Mother of Edna Mae Glasper, Mansfield Bodley (Alba), George Bodley (Shirley), Tyrone Julian (Sheila) and the late Ethel Mae Web. Sister of the late Geneva Bell Bailey, Bertha Bell Johnson and Victoria Bell Williams (James). Also survived by 25 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives and loving friends.
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Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Page: Vol 12 pg 52 - BEAUVAIS, Anna Cecilia (d/o. Raphael Bauvais and Félicie OUBRE) bn. 30 July 1871, bt. 23 Sept.1871, spo. Charles Gaudin and Ema Gaudin (St. Michael's Ch.: vol. 12, pg. 215) Convent, St. James, Louisiana, USA
Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records Page: Vol 12 pg 52 - Cecile BAUVAIS, age ca 15 months, bur. 5 Nov. 1872 (St. Michael's Ch.: vol. 22, pg. 67) Convent, St. James, Louisiana, USA
Contributed by Glenn McNeil

ICI REPOSE MME. BEN BECNEL NEE ELIZA LOUPE DECEDEE LE 20 JUILLET 1927 AGEE DE 89 ANS 6 MOIS 12 JOURS
From death certificate: Age 89 years 6 months 12 days; Husband Benjamin Becnel, Father Lezin Loupe, Mother Erasie Rome
Contributed by Mary Agnes Hammett

Efrasie Haydel [Jean Jacque and Madelaine Vermellon], [ Marmillion ] b., Jan. 26, 1783, bn. Dec. 28, 1782, s. Christopher Haydel and Perinne Leroux, the infant's uncle and Aunt [SJBED, B1, 60] Volume 3, p. 155 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records.

Erasia Haydel Santiago and Marie Magdalene Beausonier [ Marmillion ], of this parish, m. Maximiliano Becknel, Jan. 1, 1801 [SJBED, M1, 97] Volume 7, p. 163 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records.

Erasie Haydel [Jean Jacque and Magdeleine Bosonnier Mermellion, dec.], widow of Maximilien Becnel, m. Louis Le Bourgeois July 20, 1815 [SJBED, M2, 49] Volume 11, p. 214 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records.

omitted Haydel, age 76 yrs., widow Louis LeBourgeois, buried Jun. 25, 1857 [SMI-4,250] Volume 8, p. 277 Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records.
Contributed by Bobbie Hymel Wade

Died 6:53 p.m. Thursday, March 2, 1989, at St. James Parish Hospital, Lutcher. She was 36, a native and resident of Lutcher. Visiting at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulina, 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Saturday, conducted by Father Bill Rowland. Burial in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent. Preceded in death by mother, Lena Cola Johnson; and grandmother, Julia Johnson. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Saturday, March 4, 1989, p. 3C

A resident of Convent and native of White Castle, he entrusted to God's loving care on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2006, at his home in Convent. He was 63 and retired from Kaiser Aluminum after 34 years of faithful service. Visitation at St. Michaels Catholic Chruch in Convent on Wednesday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with Rev. Frank M. Uter officiating. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Survived by his wife of 42 years, Marilynn Gail Kuder Bergeron, Convent; two sons and daughters-in-law, Terry John and Marla Bergergon, Gonzales and Nick and Jill Bergeron of Zachary; seven grandchildren, Danielle, Daniel, Nicholas, Nikki, Caleb, Aaron and Samuel; four sisters, Alice and Gene Robert, Elaine and Tommy Gautreaux, Angela and Chris Schexnaydre, and Debra and Mark Andermann; a brother, Dennis Bergeron; brother-in-law, Carl Chauvin; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by her (sic) parents, John M. Bergeron Sr. and Marie Landry Bergeron; brother, James Bergeron; and a sister, Valarie Chauvin. John was an avid gardener, hunter and fisherman.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - November 21, 2006

John Paul Bergeron Jr., 45, was born on May 4, 1969, and passed away on January 6, 2015. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Convent, LA. A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2015, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent from 8:30 AM until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He left behind his loving wife, Stacy and their 5 children, Mason, Johnathan, Joshua, Emily and Zachary; his mother, Cathleen Hermann Bergeron; sister Karen (Stephen Geist); a niece Brittany (Matthew James); nephews, Stephen, Jr. (Julie) and Christopher; mother-in-law, Francine Slimmer; and father-in-law, Gordon Slimmer. He was preceded in death by his father, John, Sr. and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. Bergeron and Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Hermann, Sr. He was unlike any man I'd ever met. Love at first sight and through thick and thin he never wavered for one second. My rock!! Loving husband, father, son and friend, he treated everyone with respect and kindness. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA, is in charge of the arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, January 8, 2015
Contributed by Jane Edson

Found Dead in Bed
Mrs. M. A. Bingay, venerable mother of B. J. Bingay, a well-known citizen and business man of the sixth ward of this parish, died at the residence of her son at Crevasse Settlement last Tuesday at the advanced age of 97 years. Deceased was active in both body and mind for a person of her age, and was apparently in good health when she retired Monday night. Tuesday morning she was found dead in her bed. Funeral services were held at St. Anthony's chapel, at Darrow, Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock, after which the remains were taken to St. James parish and laid to rest in the family tomb in the Catholic cemetery. Mrs. Bingay was born on the Landry plantation in the sixth ward of this parish and was a daughter of Simon Landry, a lieutenant in the battle of New Orleans. The Landry plantation was a part grant from the Spanish government in the 18th century. She took a lively interest in the present war as well as in all current happenings. She is survived by her son, B. J. Bingay; three daughters, Mrs. Jas. D. Daniels and Mrs. Alfred Plaisance, of New Orleans, and Mrs. John Gravois, of Hohen Solms. To them the Chief tenders its sympathy in their great sorrow.
The Donaldsonville Chief, Ascension Parish, Louisiana; September 14, 1918

St. Martinville - Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at St. Martin de Tours Catholic Church in St. Martinville, for Howard Paul Blanchard, 84, who passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at St. Martin Rehab and Nursing Home. Interment will follow at St. Michael Mausoleum in St. Martinville. Fr. Ed Degeyter, will conduct the services. Reading the scriptures will be Sherry Guillotte and Tracy Hebert. His great nieces and nephews will serve as gift bearers. Mr. Blanchard was a member of Woodman of the World and American Legion in New Iberia. He was a veteran of World War II having served in the Air Force. He loved going to the casino. He was an all around handyman, he was meticulous about everything that surrounded him in his life. Mr. Blanchard was also a true Saint's fan. Survivors include his wife, Vivian Thibodeaux Blanchard of St. Martinville; his nieces and nephews, Donald Thibodeaux, Jr., Rhealeen T. Berard, Tracy T. Hebert, Goldie B. Bourque, Weldon Laviolette, Donald Blanchard, Geraldine T. Girouard, Sherry B. Guillotte, Gerry Blanchard, Larry Blanchard, Ray Blanchard, Calvin Boutte, Sr., Zerbin Boutte, Paul Boutte, Margarite E. Estillette, Luna B. Melancon, Allen Boutte, and Kenneth Chastant. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Anaise Latiolais Blanchard; his brothers, Robin, Rousse and Euclide Blanchard; his sisters, Regina B. Laviolette, Lelia B. Boutte, Lunez Blanchard, Mozella B. Blanchard and Evelyn Blanchard; his nephews, Gary Blanchard, Bob Boutte, and Karl Wayne Chastant; his nieces, Mary Ann B. LeBlanc and Angelle B. Bonin. The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 3:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Friday and continue at 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. on Saturday. Pallbearers will be Dustin Ronsonet, Brooke Hebert, Zack Olivier, Corey Blanchard, Ray Blanchard and Donald Thibodeaux, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Alvin Cormier, Roland Babin, Godfrey Bourque, Larry Blanchard, Calvin Boutte, Sr., Allen Estilette, Kenneth Chastant, Weldon Laviolette, Joe Blanchard, Ronnie Bonvillan, Jay Dugas, Albert Champagne and David Bourque. The family would like to extend a special "Thank you" to his caregiver, Gina Douet, who was there in his time of need. Pellerin Funeral Home of St. Martinville is in charge of arrangements.
Daily Iberian, The (New Iberia, LA) - Friday, March 19, 2010

Gramercy, La., Aug. 11 - Hypolite Blank, 32 yers old, employe of the Colonial Sugars Company, died in New Orleans after having been rushed to the Charity hospital as the result of an accident. Blank suffered burns when a lantern ignited a can of gasoline standing near by an automobile belonging to Edgard Loup of Gramercy, on which Blank and the latter were working. Funeral services were held at St. Michael's Catholic church at Convent, the Rev. J. F. Georgelin officiating. Interment was in St. Michael's cemetery. Besides his widow, he is survived by the following children: Lelia, age 10 years; Bernard, 8; Marie, 6; Ferrel, 5; Olympe, 4; and Emilie, 18 months. Mrs. Bernard Blank, mother, two sisters, Mrs. Leionel Cambre and Miss Antoinette Blank, and one brother, Sidney, also survive. All survivors reside here.Gramercy, La., Aug. 11 - Hypolite Blank, 32 yers old, employe of the Colonial Sugars Company, died in New Orleans after having been rushed to the Charity hospital as the result of an accident. Blank suffered burns when a lantern ignited a can of gasoline standing near by an automobile belonging to Edgard Loup of Gramercy, on which Blank and the latter were working. Funeral services were held at St. Michael's Catholic church at Convent, the Rev. J. F. Georgelin officiating. Interment was in St. Michael's cemetery. Besides his widow, he is survived by the following children: Lelia, age 10 years; Bernard, 8; Marie, 6; Ferrel, 5; Olympe, 4; and Emilie, 18 months. Mrs. Bernard Blank, mother, two sisters, Mrs. Leionel Cambre and Miss Antoinette Blank, and one brother, Sidney, also survive. All survivors reside here.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday morning, February 26, 1963, sec. 1, p. 2

BLANK - In Norco, La., on Sunday, June 7, 1953, at 1:30 o'clock p.m. Ida Donnadieu, wife of the late John Blank; mother of Mrs. Lottie Jumonville, Mrs. Charles S. Weber, Mrs. J. H. Laurent and the late Willie Blank; also survived by 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; aged 85 years; a native of Grand Coteau, La., and a resident of Norco, La., for 22 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral, which will take place from the Alexander funeral home, Lutcher, La., on Monday, June 8, 1953, at 1:30 o'clock p.m. followed by religious services at St. Michael's church, Convent, La., at 2 o'clock p.m. Interment in St. Michael's cemetery, Convent, La.
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She died Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Gonzales. She was 41 and a resident of Convent. She was the beloved wife of Mark E. Bleakley; loving mother of Aimee R. Bleakley, Randi J. Bleakley, Joshua M. Bleakley, Zachary T. Bleakley and Devon E. Bleakley; daughter of Tommie Ann Monceaux; sister of Debbie Woertz, John Woertz and Jimmy Womack; and grandmother of Jaxson and Jazmin Bleakley and Josie and Calib Stout. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral Mass at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 6476 La. 44, Convent, on Monday, April 4, at 11 a.m. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery. Visiting at the church on Monday after 9 a.m. until service time. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, is in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - April 3, 2005
Contributed by Jane Edson

Irene Hymel Bleakley died at her residence in Convent, Louisiana, on Tuesday, 19 Dec 1995. She was a native of Convent. Survived by two sons, Mark Bleakley of Gramercy, Louisiana, and Gregory Bleakley of Convent, and eight grandchildren. Wife of the late Eugene Bleakley. Services were Thursday 21 Dec 1995 at St Michael Catholic Church, Convent, with entombment in St Michael Mausoleum. Her parents are Joseph J. Hymel and Bernice Landry.
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Died Tuesday, Dec. 19, 1995, at her residence in Convent. She was a native of Convent. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, at noon Thursday, celebrated by the Rev. Mario Rizzuto. Entombment in church mausoleum. Survived by two sons, Mark Bleakley, Gramercy, and Gregory Bleakley, Convent.; eight grandchildren, Michael, Dianne, Ricky, Robert, Joshua, Aimee, Randi and Zachary Bleakley. Preceded in death by husband, Eugene Bleakley. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher,in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, December 21, 1995
Contributed by Jane Edson

A retired mechanic with Marathon Oil and a resident of Convent, he died Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008, in Gonzales. He was 45 and a native of Gonzales. Visiting at Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, on Thursday, Feb. 21, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, on Friday from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Entombment in the church mausoleum. He is survived by two daughters, Aimee R. Bleakley and Randi J. Bleakley; three sons, Joshua M. Bleakley, Zachary T. Bleakley and Devon E. Bleakley; a brother, Gregory Joseph Bleakley; and five grandchildren, Jaxson, Jazmin and Jaiden Bleakley and Josie and Caleb Stout. Preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine M. "P-Nut" Bleakley; and parents, Eugene Bleakley and Irene Hymel Bleakley.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from February 20 to February 21, 2008

Gloria Ann Fluence-Bolding, age 49 years, departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at the Crescent City Health Care Center of New Orleans, LA. Loving mother of LaKisha. Foster, LaTricia Fluence, Alexandrea Wallace and Alicia Wallace. Also survived by 7 sisters, 3 brothers, 9 grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of the Greater King Triumph Baptist Chruch of Lutcher, LA and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at The Greatetr King Triumph Baptist Church, 2572 Lionel Washington St., Lutcher, LA. Rev. Charley Jones, Sr. - officiating. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent, LA. Visitation will be at the above named Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. BARDELL'S MORTUARY of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: (985) 535-6837.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Contributed by Jane Edson

Patricia Ann Bolding, October 6, 1953 to October 30, 2020, was a resident of Gonzales, Louisiana. She entered eternal rest on October 30, 2020 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at the age of 67. Patricia was born on October 6, 1953 to Bernard Bolding Sr. and the late Rita Mae Bolding of Convent, La. She was preceded in death by Rita Mae Bolding (Mother), Helaine Arnold (Sister), and Alton Bolding Sr. (Brother). Patricia is survived by her three daughters: Nona Bolding-Harris (Craig), Monique Bolding (Michael) and Katina Bolding; seven grandchildren, and one great grandchild. She also leaves behind her father, Bernard Bolding Sr., a sister and 3 brothers along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A celebration of her life will be held on November 9, 2020 at 11:00 am at St. Michaels Catholic Church is Convent, LA with Deacon Alfred Adams officiating. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, guests will be limited to allow for social distancing. All are asked to wear masks. Services have been entrusted to The Baloney Funeral Home LLC, 1905 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, LA 70068, (985) 224-8460.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Nov. 6 to Nov. 9, 2020

Raymond Joseph Bolding, 95, a native and resident of Convent, Louisiana, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, January 20, 2018, at his residence. Visiting will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2018, from 9:30 until the hour of mass at 11am at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Convent, Louisiana. Burial with military honors in the church cemetery. He leaves to cherish his memories, his beloved daughter and devoted caretaker, Judith Bolding; sons, Raymond Jr. (Darlene), Walter, Dale, Jerry (Lisa) and Ron Christopher (Shondra) Bolding; 1 brother, Bernard Bolding; 1 devoted God Daughter, Sandra Smith; 14 grandchildren; a devoted niece and caretaker, Beverly Bolding; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his wife, Leola Johnson Bolding; his parents, Augustine and Isom Bolding Jr. Kennedy Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bolding Family. Lawanda Jasmin, Funeral Director in charge. Visit www.kennedyfuneralhome.org to sign his guestbook.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from Jan. 25 to Jan. 27, 2018

DEATH - We have the pain to announce that Mr. Laurent Bonnecaze died Thursday evening, in his home, after a short and painful illness. Mr. Donnecaze, a native of France, Department of Hautes-Pyrenees, was 53 years old and had lived in the parish of St. James for about 29 years. A good, helpful, industrious man, M. Bonnecaze was loved by those who knew him, and his death leaves regrets that will not fade away from the heart of his family and his many friends.
Death Notice published in the French newspaper, Le Louisianais, Convent, LA, issue of 1 Aug 1868, page 1.
Per Church Funeral records of St Michael Church, Convent, LA, he was interred in the church cemetery on 31 Jul 1868. His age is noted to be 48 years. His marriage to Manette Guidry was 9 Feb 1847 at St Michael Church, Convent, LA. He is listed as a native of "Orthes, Dept. Basses, Pyrannies" in France, son of Pierre Bonnecaze and Marie Sauguiton.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

At rest, on Saturday, Nov. 18, 1905, at 2:45 o'clock p.m., Mrs. Marie Stella Jourdan, beloved wife of Edward Bonnecaze, age 23 years, a native of this city. The relatives, friends and acquaintances of the Jourdan, Bonnecaze and Tureaud families are requested to attend the funeral, which will take place Sunday, Nov. 19, 1905, at 1 o'clock p.m., from the residence of Mrs. Adelard Jourdan, No. 923 North Miro Street. Interment at Convent, La., on arrival of Memphis express.
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January 31, 1962 - May 07, 2018
Henry J. Boudreaux, age 56, passed away on May 7, 2018. He was a native of Convent, LA and a resident of Gramercy, LA. He was employed by Noranda Alumina. He is survived by his daughter, Laura Boudreaux, former wife, Suzanne Boudreaux, brothers: Roy (Catherine), Bryan (Mary), and Roger (Cathy) Boudreaux; sisters: Marie Ory (Johnny), Denise Allen (Kenny), and Mona Logarbo(Troy) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmore and Helen Boudreaux, and a brother, E.J. Boudreaux, Jr. A visitation will be Saturday, May 12, 2018 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent, LA from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be at a later date. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com
Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA; February 15, 2021

Birth source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 10, 1863-1867, p87, Adam Amilcar (Livain Bourgeois and Azema Chenet) bn. 18 Jan. 1866 bt. 2 Feb. 1866 spo. Marie Migant (SMI-12,109)

Death source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 14, 1877-1879, p93, Amilcar Bourgeois, age 14 (Levain [sic]) bur. 4 Dec. 1878 d. (not given) (SMI-22,107)
Contributed by Theresa

Adam L. Bourgeois, sheriff of St. James parish, La., was born in that parish March 25, 1831, as was also his father, Adam L. Bourgeois Sr., whose birth occurred in 1806. This family descended from the Acadians, and is of French extraction. The father was a prominent planter and followed that calling until his death in 1855. Adam Bourgeois Jr., was the eldest of ten children, three sons and one daughter now living, and received his education in a private school at Frankfort, Ky. Like his father he selected planting as his occupation in life and continued this until 1879, when he was elected to the office of sheriff. Previous to this, in 1872, he was elected treasurer of St. James parish and filled this position with honor to himself and to the satisfaction of his constituents until 1874. He was subsequently elected police jury and was president of that honorable body until elected to the office of sheriff. In the latter capacity he is a representive, thoroughgoing and efficient officer, and the manner in which he has discharged the duties of this office has fully testified as to the wisdom of the people's choice. On February 7, 1853, he married Miss Azadma Cheuet, of St. James parish, who died 15 September 1873, leaving a large family of children, four sons, and six daughters, now living. On the 3d of May, 1879, Mr. Bourgeois married Miss A.Schexnaydre, and they have two daughters and three sons living. In politics Mr. Bourgeois was formerly a whig but he now affiliates with the democratic party.
Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Louisiana, Goodspeed Publishing Co., Chicago, IL, 1892

Diocese of Baton Rouge Vol 2 1770-1802 Page 579: ART, Anastasia (Pedro * Marguerita Melancon) m 1 June 1802, Simon BOURGEOIS, (Pablo & Rosalie LeBlanc) wit. Pedro Parre & Pablo Bourgeois (SJA-2, 62)
Contributed by Celese Boudreaux Peters

Southeast Louisiana Records Vol 3 pg 398: PART, Anathalie [my note: Anastasie] m. Simon LEBLANC [my note: BOURGEOIS) d. 21 Jan. 1856 at age 74 yrs. (Thib. Ch.: v. 1, # 426) Note: At least some of her children were living in Lafourche Parish at the time of her death.
Contributed by Mary Agnes Hammett

A native of Hester and a resident of Destrehan, she died at 5:35 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, at Ormond Nursing Center, Destrehan, at age 74. Visiting at Evergreen Baptist Church, La. 44, Paulina, on Thursday, Jan. 3, from 9:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Nolan Albert. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent. Survived by three daughters and their spouses, son and his wife, two sisters, six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Octave Cola and Luberda Davenport Cola; two sisters, Lillie Clayton and Annie B. Robertson; and three brothers, Felix, Fritz and Lawrence Marcell. Arrangements by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Wednesday, January 2, 2008

Death notice in The Times-Picayune of 3 Dec 1922. Notes the death on Saturday 18 Nov 1922 of Benjamin Paul Bourgeois at age 67 years. He was a native of St James Parish, LA, and a resident of Iberville Parish, LA, for the past 10 years. Funeral was from the home of his son, Paul E Bourgeois of Plaquemine, LA, with interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent, LA.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Birth Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 9, 1858-1862, p85, Claire Amelie (Fulgence Bourgeois and Mirza Clouatre) bn. 8 June 1861 bt. 20 July 1861 spo. Leon Clouatre and Amelie Clouatre (ASC-12-271).

Death Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 9, 1858-1862, p85, Claire, age 14 months (Fulgence Bourgeois and Rosalie Myrza Clouatre) bur. 19 Aug. 1862 (SMI-4,273).
Contributed by Theresa

Death notice in The Daily Picayune issue of 28 Nov 1912. Notes the death on Wednesday 27 Nov 1912 of Edmond Bourgeois at age 78 years. Husband of late Harriet Laudun. He leaves 8 sons and 1 daughter. Funeral from his late residence in Lutcher, LA, with interment in St Michael Cemetery, Convent, LA.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Birth is recorded in BR Diocese Vol. 2. 1770-1803, Page 131: Eduardo (Juan & Luzdivian Granger) bt. 27 Apr. 1788, bn. 11 Nov. 1787, spo. Pedro Richar (sic) & Felicita Bursua (sic) (Bourgeois) (SJA-3,15)

He married Marie Magdelaine Mire in St. James Parish on Jan. 21, 1805. See Vol. 3, BR Diocese records, 1804-1819, Page 141: Edouard (Jean and Ludivine Grance) m. 21 Jan. 1805 Magdelaine Mire (Joachin, decd. and Magdelaine Melanson) wit: Baptiste Bourgeois; Jean Louis Bourgeois; Dosite Richard (SJA-2,80)

Burial date was Oct. 31, 1841. See BR Diocese Vol 9, 1859-1862, Page 96: Edouard Bourgeois, age 66 yrs. bur. 31 Oct. 1854 (SMI-4,238)
Contributed by Jack Coffee

Edward J. Bourgeois, a native of Convent, Louisiana, and a resident of Gramercy, Louisiana, died Sunday 8 Feb 1987 at 9:07 pm at age 73 years. He was the husband of Cecile Laiche and the father of Raymond (Peacock), Raynard, Bernard and Bryant Bourgeois and the late Kathleen Bourgeois. He was the son of the late Henry and Josephine Bourgeois and brother of Roy Bourgeois, Marie Doming, Maggie Lee Laurent, Mabel B Berthelot and Mildred Laurent and the late Randell, Raymond Bourgeois and Mae B Troxcler. Services were Tuesday 10 Feb 1987 at St Joseph Catholic Church, Paulina, Louisiana, with interment in St Michael Cemetery, Convent.
The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA), 10 Feb 1987
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

On Saturday, October 19, 1935, at 11 p.m., at Convent, La, St James parish, MISS EFFIE BOURGEOIS, aged 75 years, daughter of the late Sheriff and Mrs A Livain Bourgeois, and sister of Mrs J J Schexnaildre of Perry, Fla, Mrs Charles Weber of Port Arthur, Tex, Sister Eugenie Bourgeois of St Louis, Mo, James H Bourgeois, A Livain, Edward J, Fulgence P, and Lewis I Bourgeois, all of Louisiana, and of the late Lewis, Benjamin, Melanie, Nemours, Mother Ella Frances, Joseph, Azema Bourgeois and Mrs Eugene Schexnaildre. Funeral took place from St Michael's church and interment in St Michael's cemetery, Convent, La, at 4 p.m. Sunday, October 20, 1935.
The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA), 22 Oct 1935, p 2
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Birth record: BR Diocese Book, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 83. Emilie (Edouard and Magdelaine Myre) bn. 30 May 1827 bt. 11 July 1827 spo. Jean Marcellin Bourgeois and Marie Euphrosie Bourgeois, brother and sister of the infant (SMI-3, 140)

Death record: BR Diocese Book, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 83: Emilie, twin, bn. 30 May 1827 (Edouard and Magdelaine Myre) bur. 12 July 1827 (SMI-4,71)

Contributed by Jack Coffee

Evela Roussel Bourgeois, a retired high school teacher, principal and administrator, died Monday of cancer at her home. She was 58. Mrs. Bourgeois was born in New Orleans and lived in Hester for the past 58 years. She attended Lutcher High School and Nicholls State University, where she received a bachelor's degree in education and a master's degree in secondary education. She graduated magna cum laude and was a member of the Professional Improvement Program. She was a member of the Honor Society for Women Educators, Delta Kappa Gamma Society and many educational organizations . Survivors include her husband, Maurice L. Bourgeois; a son, Jon Bourgeois; a daughter, Michelle Bourgeois Weber; her mother, Marguerite Roussel; two brothers, Nelson Roussel Jr. and Leonard Roussel; four sisters, Sharon Kliebert, Shirley Haase, Susan Hutchinson and Tammy Woods; and a granddaughter. A Mass will be said Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Church in Convent. Visitation will be today from 6 to 9 p.m. at Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher, and on Thursday at 9 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in St. Michael's Church Mausoleum.
The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA), Wednesday, January 8, 2003
Contributed by Jane Edson

(Special to the Picayune) Donaldsonville, Sept. 10. - Mr. Fulgence Bourgeois, a prominent citizen and planter of Ascension parish, died on his Cottage Grove plantation yesterday at 3:30 p.m., after comparatively a brief illness. Last week Mr. Bourgeois had a stroke of apoplexy, from which he never rallied, and death ended his sufferings. He was one of the best known and most popular citizens in this section. He was 61 years of age and a native of St. James parish, where he will be buried today in the family tomb in St. Michael's cemetery. Mr. Bourgeois was at one time manager of the Evan Hall plantation, Godchaux's Souvenir, and last year worked the Crescent as a tenant. Some weeks ago he purchased of Mr. J. C. Green the Cottage Grove plantation, on the Valley Road, in this parish. He leaves a widow and six children: Mrs. J. Achille Landry, of New Orleans; Mrs. Leo Melancon, of Ascension; Misses Corinne and Rita Bourgeois and Messrs. Fulgence Bourgeois, Jr., and Henry Bourgeois, the latter a volunteer in Company E, First Louisiana Regiment.
The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Mon., Sep. 12, 1898, Page 2
Contributed by Jack Coffee

A homemaker and employed by the St. James Parish School Board, she passed away at St. James Parish Hospital on Friday, Sept. 26, 2003. She was 50, a resident of St. James for 33 years and a native of Lutcher. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Francis "B Bop" Bourgeois; two sons, Drake Bourgeois and wife Tricia, and Ryan Bourgeois; two brothers, Allen Poche, and Robbie Poche Sr. and wife Jane; and grandchildren, Blake, Ainsley and Kelsey Bourgeois. Preceded in death by her father and mother, Allen Poche and Margaret Roussel Poche. Visitation at Alexander Funeral Home, 2208 Jefferson Highway, Lutcher, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. Tuesday. Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment in church cemetery. Mrs. Bourgeois will always be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, September 29, 2003
Contributed by Jane Edson

Henry J Bourgeois, a native of St Charles Parish, Louisiana, and a resident of Gramercy, Louisiana, for 37 years died in Gramercy on Tuesday 28 Apr 1953 at 9:20 pm at age 65 years. He was the husband of Josephine Caillouet and the the father of Mrs Marie Doming, Mrs Margaret Laurent, Mrs Mabel Berthelot, Mrs Mildred Laurent, Mrs Mae Troxclair, Edward J, Randall and Roy Bourgeois. Services were Thursday 30 Apr 1953 at St Joseph Church, Paulina, Louisiana, with interment in St Michael Cemetery, Convent, Louisiana.
The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA), 30 Apr 1953
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Inscription: In loving memory of James E Bourgeois, 1st Lt US Marine Corps - World War II
March 15, 1920 - July 21, 1944; Buried in National Cemetery, Punchbowl Crater, Honolulu, Hawaii

Birth date is actually his date of baptism. An abstract of his baptism record omits his birth date noting his baptism on 4 Feb 1733 at the Parish of Beaubassin, Acadia. Parents are listed as Pierre Bourgeois and Marie Cormier. Baptismal sponsors are Jean Baptiste Bourgeois and Marguerite Cormier.
ACADIAN CHURCH RECORDS, Volume II, page 28, by Rieder & Rieder.

Jean Baptiste Bourgeois married at Port-Lajoie, Isle Saint-Jean, Acadia, on 15 Feb 1857 to Marie Magdelene Bourg, daughter of Joseph Bourg and Anne Cormier. He had a second marriage on 20 Feb 1776 at St James Church, St James, LA, to Osite Melancon, wldow of Pierre LeBlanc.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Birth source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 84, Jean Baptiste Theodule (Edouard and Magdelaine Myre) bn. 8 Sep 1809, possibly 1819 bt. 22 June 1820 spo. Jean Valery Trudeau and Rosalie Bourgeois (SMI-3, 75)

Marriage source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 6, 1840-1847, Page 510, Honorine, minor dau. (Louis Part, decd. and Anastasia Poirier) m. 3 June 1845 Theodule Bourgeois, major son (Edouard and Madeliene Mire) wit: Auguste Lagardere; Marcellin Melancon; Aristide Mire (SMI-7, 187)

Death source: Vol. 21, 1897-1898 (Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records), Page 102,Theodule Bourgeois, age 72 yrs bn at St. Joseph, cause of death old age, bur 4 Dec 1897 (SMI 24,4)
Contributed by Jack Coffee

Baptismal date was recorded as 21 May 1775. The Diocese record indicates he was born in the Indies but, does not record which Island. See BR Diocese book, Vol. 2, 1770-1803, page 132: Jean Louis (Jean & Ludivine ___ Grange' according to Archives of the Indies records) bt. 21 May 1775, bn. not given, spo. Jean Charles Arceneau & Marie Simon (SJA-1,27)

His death record is found in BR Diocese book, Vol. 6, 1840-1847, Page 103: Jean Louis, age 73 bur. 13 April 1845 d. yesterday at his home (SMI-4, 180)

His first marriage was to Maria Thibodeaux in St. James Parish. Marriage recorded in BR Diocese book, Vol. 2, 1770-1803, Page 696: Maria (Carlos & Maria Landry) m. 4 Aug. 1795, 3rd degree consanguinity, Juan Luis Bourgeois (Jean and Ludovina Grange) wit. Joseph Poirier & Carlos Thibodeaux (SJA-2,32)

Maria died on Nov. 11, 1817 and on Aug. 22, 1822, Jean married Marie Anne Cambre in St. James Parish. Marie was the widow of Jean Louque: See BR Diocese Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 84: Jean Louis, widower Marie Thibodeau, age 48 yrs. (Jean, decd. and Louise Divine Grangiere) m. 22 Aug. 1822 Marie Cambre, wid. Jean Luquet, age 45 yrs., nat. of St. John the Baptist (Jean Baptiste, decd. and Maire Picheaufs) wit: Alexander Gueret and Abraham Rom (SJA-2, 184)
Contributed by Jack Coffee

Jean Pierre Bourgeois, Oldest Planter, Passes
Jean Pierre Bourgeois, age 92 years, the oldest resident of St. James Parish, and one of the pioneer planters of Louisiana, died at the residence of his stepson, Dr. J. L. Deslattes, at Paulina, La., yesterday forenoon at 10 o'clock. Mr. Bourgeois was born in St. James, and was the son of a distinguished French family. In early life he engaged in the planting business in St. James, and soon became a man of wealth and importance in the state. Up to the time of his retirement from active life, a number of years ago, Mr. Bourgeois was a planter, and during his career he introduced many of the modern methods of sugar-making which have since been perfected. Although Mr. Bourgeois took no active part in the Civil War, he played his part during the stirring days when the state was struggling for release from the thraldom of the carpetbagger. The gentleman, with his wife, who was a Miss Eugenie Schnayder, passed his declining years at the plantation home of Dr. Deslattes. He had been ailing for sometime, and while his death will prove a shock to a large circle of relatives and friends, it was not altogether unexpected. The funeral will take place this morning at 11 o'clock, and solemn requiem mall will be celebrated at St. Michael's Church, Convent. Besides a wife and stepson, Dr. Deslattes, Mr. Bourgeois is survived by three step-grandchildren, Eland and Richard Deslattes of New Orleans, and Miss Marie Deslattes of Colina. Mr. Bourgeois was well known all over the state, and had many friends in this city. [Note: Several spelling errors corrected from original]
The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA), Mon., May 23, 1910, Page 5
Contributed by Jack Coffee

Birth source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 7, 1848-1852, p85, Joseph Felix (Theodule Bourgeois and Honoree Part) bn. 9 April 1850 bt. 7 OCt. 1850 spo. Marcellin Bourgeois and Marcelline Parr (SMI-6, 220)

Death source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 7, 1848-1852, p84, Felix, age 2 yrs. 3 mos. (Theodule Bourgeois and omitted) bur. 6 July 1852 (SMI-4,220)

Contributed by Jack Coffee

Birth source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 7, 1848-1852, Page 99: Joseph Florestin (Joseph Florestin Bourgeois and Azelie Vaudry [sic]) bn. 17 Dec. 1852 bt. 25 Jan. 1853 spo. Philippe Desire LeBlanc and Aglae [sic] Bourgeois (SJA-5,104)

Death/Burial source: Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge. LA, Vol. 8, 1853-1857, Page 98: Joseph Florentin Bourgeois, age 2 yrs. bur. 21 Oct. 1854 (SMI-4,238)

Contributed by Jack Coffee

BOURGEOIS - On Wednesday, August 16, 1961 at 4:10 o'clock a.m. Josephine Caillouet, beloved wife of the late Henry Bourgeois, mother of Mrs. Evans Domong Sr. of Garyville, La., Mrs. Stephen Laurent of Baton Rouge, La., Mrs. Antoine Berthelot, Sr., Mrs. Maurice Laurent, Sr., Mrs. Mae Troxler, Edward, Randeall and Roy Bourgeois, all of Gramercy, La., and the late Raymond Bourgeois, also survived by 39 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, sister of Mrs. Levy Clouatre of Baton Rouge, La.; age 72 years; a native of Convent, La., and a resident of Gramercy, La., for 47 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the Alexander funeral home, Lutcher, La., on Thursday, August 17, 1961, at 10 o'clock a.m. Religious services at St. Joseph Church, Paulina, La. Interment in St. Michael cemetery, Convent, LA.
The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Thursday, 17 Aug 1961, p. 2

DOBR Vol 5 pg 64: BERTEAU, Magdelaine Lizida (Eugene & Florine MELANCON) bn. 24 Sept. 1836, bt. 19 March 1837, spo. Alexandre Melancon & Auguste Bertaud (SMI-6, 52)

DOBR Vol 8 pgs 58 & 96-97: BERTAUT, Lesida, minor daughter, native & res. of St. James Parish (Eugene Bertaud & Florine MELANCON) m. 24 Jan. 1854, Emile BOURGEOIS, major son, native & res. of St. James Parish (Amant Bourgeois & Hortence GAUDIN, both decd.) Wit: Thelesphore Rodrigue; Edouard Rodrigue; Bienvenu Guidry; J. T. Bertaut (SJA-2, 299)

Mrs. Emile Bourgeois.
CONVENT, LA., July 12, Died at her home here, Widow Emile Bourgeois, nee Bertaut, aged 74 years. Mrs. Bourgeois was the wife of the late Emile Bourgeois, former owner of the Rapidan plantation, situated in the upper end of St. James, and famous for her grove of grafted pecan trees planted by Mr. Bourgeois thirty years ago. After the death of her husband Mrs. Bourgeois sold her plantation to Denis Lanaux, of New Orleans, and bought a home at Convent. Mrs. Bourgeois leaves seven daughters, Mmes. L. N. Folse, P. M. Lambremont, L. Pertuit, Platz, A. A. Bourgeois, E. J. Laiche, Charles C Sabra, and three sons, Dr. Eugene Bourgeois, of West Baton Rouge; Dr. C. Bourgeois, of Baton Rouge, and Charles Bourgeois of Central. The funeral was held this morning from St. Michael's Church, with interment in the family tomb.
Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA); July 13, 1912
Contributed by Betty

Birth date Jul. 21, 1894 and place, Union, St. James Parish, from Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 19, 1892-1894, p100.
Contributed by Jack Coffee

BOURGEOIS, Lillian C., educator, author, painter. Daughter of Adolf and Lelia Bourgeois of Rapidan Plantation, St. James Parish, La. Education: Tulane University. Principal of St. Rose School. Author of Cabanocey, (1957) a study of the history and culture of St. James Parish. Roman Catholic. Died, 1956; interred St. Michael's Catholic Church Cemetery, Convent, Louisiana.
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Bourgeois rites scheduled today
Funeral services for Louis S. Bourgeois of St James Parish will be held with a Requiem High Mass at Our Lady of Holy Rosary church, 1342 Moss St, Thursday, at 9 a.m. Interment will be at St Michael cemetery at Convent, LA. Mr. Bourgeois died Tuesday at 11:50 p.m. at the residence of his daughter, Mrs A A Sarradet, 3615 Delgado Dr, where he had resided for the past four years. Schoen funeral home 3827 Canal St is in charge of arrangements. Mr Bourgeois was born on the old Nita plantation near Convent on January 23,1861. His wife, Lucie Lambremont, preceded him in death 39 years ago. Mr Bourgeois is survived by the following children: Lionel J Bourgeois, superintendent of the Orleans Parish schools; Mother Mercedes Bourgeois, a religious of Sacred Heart academy in New Orleans; Rudolph Bourgeois, of New Orleans; H L Bourgeois, superintendent of Terrebonne parish schools; Mrs Oscar C Daspit, of Houma; Mrs William M Dugan and Mrs F J Neller, of Battle Creek, Mich; Clifford Bourgeois, of Convent; and Lambremont Bourgeois, of Jacksonville, FL. He is survived also by 61 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The Times-Picayune Newspaper, New Orleans, LA; Thursday, June 21, 1951; Page 24

She married Jean Bourgeois on Jan. 30, 1768 in St. James Parish.
Cabanocey, The History, Customs and Folklore of St. James Parish, Lillian C. Bourgeois, Pelican Pub. Co., 1101 Monroe St., Gretna LA 70053, 3 printing, March, 1987
Diocese of BR books, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 246: Louise Ludivine, age 76 yrs., wid. Jean Bourgeois, bur. 6 Dec. 1823 (SMI-8,57)
Contributed by Jack Coffee

BR Diocese record book, Vol. 2, 1770-1803, Page 696: Marie [Thibodeaux] (Charles & Marie Landry) bt. 11 Aug. 1776, bn. not given, spo. Michel Chyesson & Marie Poiriet (SJA-1,31a)

BR Diocese Vol. 2, page 696: Maria (Carlos & Maria Landry) m. 4 Aug. 1795, 3rd degree consanguinty, Juan Luis Bourgeois (Jean and Ludovina Grange) wit. Joseph Poirier & Carlos Thibodeaux (SJA-2,32)

BR Diocese book 3, 1804-1819, Page 822: Marie, age 45, nat. St. James, spouse Jean Louis Bourgeois, bur. 11 Nov. 1817 (SMI-3,42)
Contributed by Jack Coffee

Birth Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 6, 1840-1847, p105, Marie Aurelie (Theodule Bourgeois and Aurelie [sic] Part) bn. 24 April 1846 bt. 6 Aug. 1846 Spo. Louis Part and Euphemie Bourgeois (SMI-6,170)

Death source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 7, 1848-1852, p83, Aurelia Bourgeois, age 5 1/2 yrs. bur. 11 Sept. 1851 (SMI-4,217)
Contributed by Theresa

Birth source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 7, 1848-1852, p87, Marie Edwige (Theodule Bourgeois and Honorine Part) bn. 19 April 1848 bt. 24 Aug. 1848 spo. Francois Lesin Haydel and Marie Emeline Haydel (SMI-6,197)

Death source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 9, 1858-1862, p85. Adwige (sic), age 12 years (Theodule Bourgeois and Honorine Part) bur. 21 Dec. 1859 (SMI-4,262)
Contributed by Theresa

BR Diocese record, Vol. 3, 1804-1819, Page 146: Marie Euphemie, twin of Edward (Edward and Magdeleine Mire) bn. 4 Jan. 1812 bt. 15 May 1814 spo. Jean Bourgeois and Caroline Faussier (SMI-3, 24)

BR Diocese record, Vol. 9, 1858-1862, Page 84: Euphemie Bourgeois bur 28 June 1852 (SMI-4,220)
Contributed by Jack Coffee

Birth Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 9, 1858-1862, p88, Marie Evela (Fulgence Bourgeois and Mirza Clouatre) bn. 17 March 1859 bt. 3 Aug. 1859 spo. Jean Pierre Bourgeois and Doralise Babin (SMI-12, 24).

Death Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 9, 1858-1862, p88, Marie Evela, age 16 months (Fulgence Bourgeois and Rosalie Mirza Clouatre) bur. 17 Jun 1860 (SMI-4,265).
Contributed by Theresa

BR Diocese record, Vol. 3, 1804-1819, Page 147: Marie Melanie (Edouard and Magdelaine Myre) bn. 7 Jan. 1810 bt. 20 May 1810 spo. Joseph Mire, uncle and Denise Arsenaux, aunt (SMI-3, 9)

BR Diocese record, Vol. 4, 1820-1829, Page 87: Melanie, age 13, bur. 2 Jan. 1823 (SMI-8,50)
Contributed by Jack Coffee

Birth Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 12, 1871-1873, p95, Octavie Marie (Fulgence Bourgeois and Mirza Clouatre) bn. 16 Oct. 1872 bt. 5 Nov. 1872 spo. Felivien Aime and Marie Philomene Bourgeois (ASC-12,460).

Death Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol 13, 1874-1876, p92, Octavie Bourgeois, age 2 years (Fulgence Bourgeois and [omitted]) bur. 10 Oct. 1874 d. (not given) (SMI-12a,32).
Contributed by Theresa

(Special to the Picayune)Central, La., April 18 - Emile Bourgeois is dead here, aged 71 years. Mr. Bourgeois was a well-known planter throughout the State, and while his health was not of the very best, his end came as a sudden shock to his family, his neighbors and numerous friends. He figured prominently in Demoncratic politics; was the owner of the ?anidan Plantation, and was also Commissioner of the Ponchatrain Levee Board for his district. Besides a widow and three sisters, Mr. Bourgeois leaves the following children: Mr. L. N. Folse, of Whitecastle, La.; Mrs. Penator, P.m. Lambremont, Mrs. Charles C. Sulna and Mrs. Dr. Ewell J. Larche, of Convent, La.; Mrs. Clothilde Bourgeois, Mrs. Adolph A. Bourgeois and Miss Clara Bourgeois, of Colomb, La.; Messrs. Paul and Charles Bourgeois, of Rapidan; Dr. Camille Bourgeois, of Baton Rouge, La., and Dr. Eugene Bourgeois, Coroner of West Baton Rouge Parish, La.
The Times-Picayune Newspaper, New Orleans, LA; April 19, 1903

BR Diocese record, Vol. 8, 1853-1857, Page 101: Pierre Wilkins (Thomassin Bourgeois and Marie Armantine Matherne) bn. 29 March 1857 bt. 23 April 1857 spo. Thomas Bourgeois and Adele Matherne (SMI-6,280)

BR Diocese record, Vol. 10, 1863-1867, Page 96: Wilkin Bourgeois, age 9 years, bur. 20 Sept. 1866 (SMI-22,21)
Contributed by Jack Coffee

Birth Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 11, 1868-1870, p87, Septime Alphonse (Fulgence Bourgeois and Mirsa Clouatre) bn. 2 Aug. 1868 bt. 23 Aug. 1868 spo. Michel Bergeron and Marie Clouatre (ASC-12, 390).

Death Source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 11, 1868-1870, p87, Septime Bourgeois, age 3 months, bur. 8 Nov. 1868 (SMI-22,41).
Contributed by Theresa

BR Diocese record, Vol. 3, 1804-1819, Page 141: Edward, twin of Marie Euphemie (Edward and Magdeleine Mire) bn. 4 Jan. 1812, bt. 15 May 1814 spo. Laurent Arseneau and Carmelite Mire (SMI-3, 24)

BR Diocese record, Vol. 6, 1848-1852, Page 84: Edouard, major son (Edouard Bourgeois and Madeliene Mire) m. 11 Jan. 1848 Marie Doliska Baudet, minor dau. (she signs Beaudet) (Henry Baudet and Celeste Lemaire) wit. A. Mire; Florian Bourgeois; Anatole St. Armand; Marcellin Melancon; Ludger Poche (SMI-7, 243)

BR Diocese record, Vol. 9, Page 85: Edouard Bourgeois, age 47 years, husband of Doliska Baudet, bur. 22 Sept. 1859 d. 21 Sept. 1859 (SMI-4,260) Contributed by Jack Coffee

Beverly Champagne Brady, born January 24, 1930, passed away February 18, 2019 at the age of 89. Wife of the late Eugene J. Brady, Sr. Daughter of the late Rene Champagne and Myrtle King Champagne Millet. Sister of Elaine Ocmand, the late Wilcy Champagne and the late Freddie Champagne. Loving mother of Wendy Brady Barraco (John), the late Eugene "Munchy" Brady, Jr. (Sandy), Thea Brady Orbeck (Lawrence), Iris Brady Goodrum (Bruce), and Janet Barlow. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and numerous granddogs, and preceded by her beloved dog, Irene. Beverly was a parishioner of St. Hubert Church in Garyville, Louisiana. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, and fishing. She will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to know her. The family would like to thank the staff of Ormond Nursing Home and St. Catherine's Hospice for their care and compassion during this time. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at St. Hubert Catholic Church in Garyville, LA on Friday, February 22, 2019 beginning at 9 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM, burial to follow at St. Michael Cemetery in Convent, LA. Condolences may be expressed at www.HCAlexander.com.
Published in The New Orleans (LA) Advocate from Feb. 21 to Feb. 22, 2019

On the 24th inst. died in New Orleans in her 50th year Mrs. Warren D. Brickell, born A. C. Welham. Her remains, carried Monday evening by the steamer Gov. Allen, were deposited Tuesday morning in the family vault in the St. Michael cemetery, parish of St. James.
Death Notice, Le Meschacébé, early newspaper published in Lucy, St. John the Baptist Parish, LA; 29 Jun 1878, p. 1

Pierre Brignac [Alexandre and Agnes Poche] bapt. Jun. 7, 1798,born April 22, 1798, spo. Francois Paucher [Poche] and Margarita Vickner, Pat. GP: [ Pierre Brignac and Maria Louisa Fontenaux Mat. GP: Francois Poche [ Pauche] an Ages Clause Maye. [SJA-3,168] Volume 2, p. 159 Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records.

Pierre Brignac, age 58 yrs. , spouse Emelitte Laiche, buried April 20, 1847 [SMI-4,250] Volume 8, page 114 Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records.
Contributed by Bobbie Hymel Wade

Marlene (Marion) Herrin Brooks departed this life to be with the Lord May 11, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents: Lloyd Herrin and Lillian Ross; and two sisters: Gertrude Davis and Joselyn Robinson. She is survived by her children: Charlene Berry (Charles), Catherlene Davis (Tyrone Walton), and Catina Brooks (Tony Crenshaw); one brother: Robert Butler (Betty); two sisters: Dorothy Smith and Rosemary Jack; six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Pastors, officers and members of Eagle Wings Ministries and neighboring churches; employees of Independent Family Solutions, West Jefferson Chemo Lab, and Total Home Health are invited to attend Funeral Services at Eagle Wings Ministries, 1330 Delery Street, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. Visitation 9:00 A.M. until service begins, Pastor Raymon Hunter, Sr. officiating. Interment: St. Michael Cemetery, Convent, LA. Professional Services Entrusted to Murray Henderson Funeral Home, New Orleans, LA.
Published in The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA from May 16 to May 18, 2012

A native of Convent and a resident of Gonzales, she died at 2:15 p.m. Friday, March 12, 2004, at her daughter's residence in Geismar. She was 65. Visiting at New St. John Fellowship Church, 1615 Tobey Ave., Gonzales, from 9:30 a.m. Tuesday until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Clarence Stevens. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent. Survived by four daughters and their spouses, Gwendolyn Pye, Gloria and Kevin Gray, Evelynne Campbell, and Joyce and Samuel Hall; sister, Lillie Campbell; two brothers, Albert Campbell and Marshall McKarry; sister-in-law, Easter McKarry; 18 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Evelina Buggage and Joseph Campbell; sister, Jessie Campbell; and two brothers, Felix and Lawrence Rivers.
Gonzales Weekly Citizen (Ascension Parish, LA) - Thursday, March 18, 2004
Contributed by Jane Edson

Baton Rouge Diocese, Catholic Church Records, vol. 8, 1853-1857 (Baton Rouge, Diocese, 1988), p. 554. Marie Lucilla, daughter of Lucien THERIOT & Evelina DUGAS, born 1 Dec 1856, baptized 26 Dec 1856. Sponsors: Jean THERIOT & Eulalie ROME Recorded in St. Michael's Church, Convent, St. James, LA (SMI-6, 277).
Contributed by Karen Theriot Reader

An obituary was published in The Baton Rouge Morning Advocate of Tue 23 Jan 1934, page 1. Notes the death Monday in Baton Rouge of Mrs Lucia Theriot Burch, age 76, at the home of her daughter, Mrs F J Ricaud. Widow of Antoine Burch and survived by Mrs Ricaud, a son, E J Burch of Port Allen, LA, and two sisters, Mrs J B Brooks of Plaquemine, LA, and Mrs Elmo Gaudin of New Orleans. Funeral services at St Anthony church with interment in St Michael Cemetery in St James Parish.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

LUTCHER - Joseph Butler Sr., 59, a native of Gramercy and resident of Lutcher, died June 2. He was the husband of Joy Ann Woodland Butler and father of JaVon, Joseph Jr. and Jamal Butler. He was also the son of the late Silas Sr. and Ollie Mitchell Butler and brother of Carol Ann Johnson and Consuella, Aliceia, Horace, Kenneth, Charles, Silas Jr. and the late Audrey, Ollie Mae and Theodore Butler. He is also survived by one grandchild and three step-grandchildren. Services were June 7 at King Triumph Baptist Church, Lutcher, with interment at St. Michael Cemetery, Convent.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Saturday, June 9, 2001
Contributed by Jane Edson

Joy Ann Woodland Butler, a native and resident of Lutcher. She passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 4:48 p.m. at Ochsner Medical Center in Baton Rouge. She was 72. Religious services will begin at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 22, 2019 at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Highway 3125, Lutcher, Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr., Pastor, Rev Graylin Burl, Officiating Minister. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery in Convent. No Public Viewing. Survived by her daughter: JaVon Opelia Butler. Sons: Joseph (Charlotte) Butler, Jr., and Jamal Butler, Sr. A sister: Elnora Manney. A brother: Larry (Cassandra) Woodland. Grandchildren: Autumn, Jamal, Jr., and Jordan Butler. Sisters-in-law: Madeline and Lillie Mae Woodland. Also numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband: Joseph Butler, Sr. Her parents: Charley Woodland, Sr. and Ophelia Johnson Woodland. Her brothers: Henry, Raymond, Oliver and Charley Woodland, Jr. A sister-in-law, Shirley Woodland and a brother-in-law, Herbert Manney, Sr. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from Jun. 20 to Jun. 22, 2019.

Escolastica [THERIOT], daughter of Pedro [THERIOT] & Anastasia MIGUEL, born 16 Jun 1790, baptized 8 Aug 1790. Sponsors: Joseph THERICAUX [sic] & Escolastica MICHEL. Recorded in St. James Catholic Church, St. James, LA (SJA-3, 35). (Names are spelled variously.)

First wife of: Jacques CAILLOUET, native of Nantes, France, son of Joseph [CAILLOUET] & Isabelle LEBLANC, married on 11 Feb 1806 to Scholastique THERIOT, daughter of Pierre [THERIOT] & Anastasie MICHEL. Witnesses: Pierre MICHEL; Joseph CAILLOUET; Pierre GUEDRY. Recorded in St. James Church, St. James, LA (SJA-2, 93).

Scholastique [THERIOT], age 31, daughter of Pierre [THERIOT] & Anastasie MICHEL, buried 25 Sep 1820. Recorded in St. Michael's Church, Convent, St. James, LA (SMI-8, 38).
Contributed by Karen Theriot Reader

On Friday, August 13, 1937, at 10:30 o'clock a.m. at the residence of her son, Frank Bourgeois, at Brooks, La., Mrs. Alcee Caillouette (nee Eugenie Blouin), wife by first marriage of the late Ernest Bourgeois and by second marriage of the late Alcee Caillouette, mother of Mrs. Felix Oubre of Darrow, La., Frank Bourgeois, Ernest Bourgeois of Baton Rouge, La., Mrs. Patrick Lightell, Mrs. Azelie Hymel, Mrs. Joseph Lightell of New Orleans, La., stepmother of Joseph Caillouette of Baton Rouge, La., survived by 19 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. One of the grandchildren, Maurice J. Hymel, C. M., of Perryville, Mo., will also attend the funeral. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral which will take place from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Felix Oubre of Darrow, La. Funeral in charge of A. Wilberg & Son, Plaquemine, La. Religious services at St. May's chapel, Union, La., Sunday, August 15, 1937, at 10:30 o'clock a.m. Interment at St. Michael's church, Convent, La.
Time-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Sunday, August 15, 1937, p. 6

Joseph John Canatella passed away on December 28, 2015. He was 87 years old, a native and resident of Convent, LA. Joseph is survived by his wife of 58 years, Kathleen Kliebert Canatella; his children: Michael J. Canatella and wife Lauran, Kathleen (Sue) Canatella Howard and husband Patrick, and Joseph J. Canatella, Jr. Papa is also survived by seven grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; one great grandchild; five step-great grandchildren; and a brother, Nicholas J. Canatella. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Rose Russo Canatella; two brothers: B. J. (Sweet) Canatella, and John Canatella; three sisters: Marie Snow, Genevieve Rumore, and Rosemary Snow. He also leaves behind numerous relatives and friends. Visitation will be held at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 6490 Hwy. 44, Convent, LA, on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, beginning at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 noon. Burial will follow in St. Michael Mausoleum. Special thanks to his caregiver, Terry Benn, the nurses and staff of St. James Parish Hospital and St. Joseph Hospice for their compassionate, loving care. A special thanks to our neighbors and close friends, Brian and Lori Taylor for all their help and support. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his name to St. Michael Restoration Fund or a charity of your choice. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA, is in charge of the arrangements. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from Dec. 28 to Dec. 30, 2015

Clarence Daryl Cantrelle at the age of 65 years departed this earthly life on Thursday January 17, 2013 At Oshsner Extended Care Hospital of Kenner, LA. Beloved husband of Shawander Shelvin Cantrelle of Gramercy, LA. Loving father of Katrina Cantrelle, Albert (Brian), Anthony K. Cantrelle (Darlene), Rudy V. Cantrelle (Melynda) and the late Jaime Peterson. Son of Shirley E. Cantrelle and the late Paul Cantrelle Jr. Son-in-law of Pearly Mae Shelvin of Lutcher, LA and Idell Shelvin of Convent, LA. Grandfather of JaQuella Munson, JeVaughn Albert, Kyle Albert, Andre Cantrelle, and Rudi Smith. Brother of Janice Kelson, Adrienne C. Ferchaud (Dwight), Christopher Cantrelle (Marsha), and Anthony Cantrelle, Brother-in-law Celestine S. Martin (Rodney) Tonya F.Scott (Chris), Alton Shelvin (Shirley) and Carl Shelvin (Holly). Also survived by 6 Godchildren, and A host of Nieces, Nephews, relatives, and friends. He was retired master sergeant in the United States Air Force After 23 years of service. A native of St. James LA and a resident of Gramercy. Funeral Services will be held on Friday January 25, 2013 at 11:00AM at St. James Catholic Church 6613 Hwy 18 (River Road) St. James, LA. Father Christopher Decker officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time at the above name church. Internment will be in St. Michael's Cemetery of Convent, LA. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from January 22 to January 23, 2013

The body of Mrs. Eliza Cantrelle, nee Labauve, was shipped to Convent, LA yesterday and interred in St Michael's cemetery. Mrs Cantrelle who died Friday morning at 5:03 o'clock at the age of 87 years, was a native of St James Parish and had lived in Gretna for three years. She was the widow of Jules Cantrelle. She leaves a family.
The Times-Picayune Newspaper, New Orleans, LA; Sunday, January 3, 1926; Page 7

At Mercy hospital, New Orleans, La., on Thursday, September 7, 1939, at 12:40 o'clock a.m. Michel J. Cantrelle of Gramercy, La., beloved husband of Jeanne Dornier Cantrelle, father of Joseph, Helen and Arthur Cantrelle, grandfather of Joseph M. Cantrelle, Jr., and brother of Mrs. Nelson T. Himel of Convent, La., aged 68 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also officers and emplyes of Colonial Sugar Company, Federal Reserve Bank, Stat and St. James parish Department of Public Welfare, also members of St. Joseph Holy Name Society are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, Gramercy, La., Friday, September 8, 1939, at 8:30 o'clock a.m. Requiem high mass at St. Joseph church, Paulina, La., at 9 o'clock. Interment in St. Michael cemetery, at Convent, La. Alexander and Sons, Funeral Directors, Lutcher, La.
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A lifelong resident of Hester and owner of Belmont Lumber Co., he died Monday, March 3, 2008, at his home. He was 57, born March 9, 1950. He was the husband of Trudy Braud Carnaggio, son of the late Camille S. Carnaggio and Mary Peniciaro Carnaggio, father of Eric P. Carnaggio and wife Christie Weber Carnaggio, and Lisa Carnaggio Brignac and husband Steven "Kodie" Brignac, brother of Vita Chenet and her husband, the late Henry Chenet, the late Frank Carnaggio, and Caroline Carnaggio St. Pierre, grandfather of Caden Paul Carnaggio, Steven "Wyatt" Brignac and Hunter Joseph Brignac, uncle of Hank Chenet, Wayne Chenet, Patrick St. Pierre, Camilla Landry and Darryl St. Pierre, and son-in-law of the late Claude Braud and Mildred Royer Braud. He was a charter member of the Paulina, Grand Point and Belmont Volunteer Fire departments for 38 years, chief for 30 of those years, and a deputy for the St. James Parish Sheriff's Office for more than 30 years. Visitation at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulina, on Thursday, March 6, from 8:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. Entombment in St. Michael Catholic Church Mausoleum, Convent. Arrangements by Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from March 5 to March 6, 2008

CONVENT - Mary Perniciaro Carnaggio, 89, a native of Uncle Sam Plantation, Convent, and resident of Hester, died July 29. She was the wife of the late Camille S. Carnaggio and mother of Vita Chenet, Camille and Trudy Carnaggio and the late Caroline St. Pierre and Frank Carnaggio. She was the daughter of the late George and Caroline Alfano Pernicaro and sister of Frances Accardo, Lucy Boudreaux and the late Caroline "Tina" St. Pierre and Frank Carnaggio. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Serivces are today at 1 p.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Convent, with interment at the church mausoleum. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Friday, August 2, 2002
Contributed by Jane Edson

A lifelong resident of Convent, she died at 1:40 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2009, at The Carpenter House. She was 78. Visiting at Jeremiah Baptist Church, La. 44, Convent, on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Joseph White. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent. Survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law, Nancy and Lee White, and Geraldine Carter, all of Convent, and Diana and Michael Davis, of Prairieville; son, James Carter, of Convent; brother, Hillary Patterson, of Los Angeles; 28 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Carter Sr.; three sons, a daughter and two grandchildren. Arrangements by Lawson-Rollins Purple Shield Funeral Home of Gonzales.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, September 14, 2009
Contributed by Jane Edson

A retired longshoreman and a resident and native of Convent, he died Thursday, July 18, 2002, at his home. He was 48 and a U.S. Army veteran. Visiting at Mount Pilgrim Full Gospel Baptist Church, Convent, the Rev. Richard Rayborn, pastor, from 11 a.m. until religious service at noon Tuesday. The Rev. Marshall Cooper will conduct the service. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent. Survived by his wife, Shanda Carter; mother, Lillian Carter; two daughters, Raphell and Roshawn Carter; four sons and spouses, Adarryell and Leslie, Ronald Jr. and Chanel, Rondell and Kyron Carter; four sisters, Geraldine Marshall, Ethel and Dianne Carter and Nancy White; two brothers, Larry and James Carter; nine grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his father and a brother. Lawson-Rollins Purple Shield Funeral Home, Gonzales, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, July 22, 2002
Contributed by Jane Edson
CONVENT - Ronald D. "Big Daddy" Carter Sr., 48, a native and resident of Convent, died July 18. He was the husband of Shandra Carter and father of Raphell, Roshawn, Adarryell, Ronald Jr., Rondell and Kyron Carter. He was the son of Lillian Carter and brother of Geraldine Marshall, Nancy White and Ethel, Dianne, Larry and James Carter. He was preceded in death by his father and a brother. He is also survived by nine grandchildren. Services were July 23 at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, Convent, with interment at St. Michael Cemetery, Convent.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; July 24, 2002

Shernette Alexander Carter passed away peacefully at her residence in Gramercy, on Saturday, January 2, 2021. She was 39. A Walk-thru Public Visitation will be held at the Funeral Home, 623 Railroad Avenue, Donaldsonville, on Monday, January 11, 2021 from 2-4 p.m. Visitation continues on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at the funeral home from 10-10:45 a.m., followed by Private Limited Family Members Only funeral services, conducted by the Rev. Rowdy Kennard Scott, Pastor of King Solomon Baptist Church, Lutcher. Private graveside services in St. Michael's Catholic Cemetery in Convent. Masks Must Be Worn at All Times. Survived by her husband, Jermaine Carter, Sr. Parents, Elvis Jackson, Sr. and Shelia Alexander Jackson. Daughters, D'Maiyah Alexander, Dakhyra Alexander and Je'Laina Carter. Son, Jermaine Carter, Jr. Sisters, Minnie Grady, Barbara Alexander, Monique, Tiffany, and Earline Howard, and Lashanda Jackson. Her brothers, Richard Grady, Jr., Quayshaun Alexander, and Darnell Howard. Her grandson, Bentley Alexander. Mother-in-law, Elaine Carter. Brothers-in-law, Kenneth Carter, Terri (Shari) Carter and Stacey (Shatrice) Beckett, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her brother, Elvis Jackson, Jr. and her father-in-law, Joseph Carter. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from Jan. 10 to Jan. 12, 2021

On Monday, June 17, 1912, at 10:30 o'clock p.m. James Edward Chapman, youngest child of W. J. Chapman and Eloine Berthelot, aged 13 months, a native of St. James Parish, La. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Wednesday, June 19, 1912, p. 9

Naomi Chapman, on Thursday, April 27, 1978, at 9:14 o'clock a.m., daughter of the late Eloine Chapman; sister of the late Joseph J. Chapman, aunt of William J. Chapman of Norco, La., and Mrs. Susan Hilton of Austin, Texas, age 70 years, a native of Lutcher, La., and a resident of Norco, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the H. C. Alexander Funeral Home Inc., Fourth St., Norco, LA., on Friday April 28, 1978 at 10 o'clock a.m. Religious services in Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent, LA. Friends may call Friday after 8 a.m.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Friday, Apri 28, 1978, Sec. 1, p. 16

At East Ascension Hospital, Gonzales, La., on Monday, May 13, 1968, at 4:40 o'clock p.m. MRS. GLADYS MELANCON CHARLOT of Convent, LA., beloved wife of Mr. Clifton Charlot, Jr.; mother of Lisa Raye, Leatrice Faye, and Scott Clifton Charlot; daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Melancon, Sr.;sister of Joseph, Leonard, Roland, Percy, Gregory, and Arnold Melancon all of Convent, La. SM3 Louis P.Melancon, U.S.Navy, FP4 Charles Melancon, U.S. Army; daughter-in-law of Mrs. Lorraine Harris of New Orleans, La.; granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Coleman and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Melancon, survived by a host of aunts, nieces, nephews and other relatives; aged 25 years. Relative and friends of the family, also president, officers and members of P.B.A. Society, Bob-a-Link Club,Employees of Transportation Equipment Co., Welham and Lord Co., Illinois Central Railroad Co., faculty and student body of Central and Romeville High, St. Michael School, the C.C. Hunters Club, United Fidelity Insurance Co., of Baton Rouge and New Orleans, are invited to attend the funeral services from St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, La, on Friday, May 17, 1968 at 11 o'clock a.m. Father Bolduc officiating.Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent, LA. Wake services Thursday night, May 16, 1968 at the late residence, Badeaux Lane, Convent, La. Recitation of the Rosary at 8 o'clock. Services by Hobson Brown Funeral Home.
The Times Picayune, New Orleans, LA; 13 May 1968
Contributed by by Leatrice Charlot Gaines

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records Volume 3 1804-1819 Page 125: Marie Antoinette Boudreaux (Michel Boudreaux and Theorice Bergeron) born 2 May 1817 baptized 29 Oct 1817 sponsors Benjamin Bergeron and Marie Antoinette LeBlanc (SMI 3,49)

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records Volume 5 Revised Page 147: Louis, major son (Jacques Chauvin and Rose Aspasia Maillet) married 11 July 1836 Antoinette Boudreaux, minor daughter (Michel Boudreaux and Theotis Bergeron) witness Casimir LeBlanc, Jacque Esperet Besson, J Dubourg, Eugene Chauvin (SMI 7, 27)
Contributed by Mary Agnes Hammett

Vivian Chauvin passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2013 at the age of 89. She was the loving wife of the late June Chauvin of 14 years. Devoted mother of Steven Chauvin and wife, Colette Schexnayder and Al Chauvin and wife Jackie Nassar. Grandmother of Chad, Brent, Laurie, Shelly, and Pete Chauvin. She was the grandmother of 8 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Loving sister of Gertrude Melancon, Philip Chauvin Jr. and wifeTilda, and the late Wilbert, Maurice, Andrew, Lynn, Adolf, and Albert Chauvin. She is preceded in death by her parents Philip and Agalae Chauvin Sr. Vivian was a retired nurse who practiced at Lutcher Hospital for 20 years. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 6490 Highway 44, Convent, LA, from 9:00am to 10:45AM. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00AM. Interment will follow at St. Michael the Archangel Mausoleum. Arrangements are under the direction of H.C. Alexander Funeral Home. Information: (225) 869-5553. Condolences may be offered at www.hcalexanderfh.com
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Contributed by Jane Edson

Mr. William Clement, age 50 years, died 21 Sep 1909 in Garyville. He was the husband of Ophelia Lambert, who remains to mourn his death, as well as a very young adopted orphan [Adela Guidry]. Interment was held in St Michael Cemetery the day after the arrival of the train. Mr Clement was well known in Convent and St John the Baptist parish, where he left a wide circle of friends. He was the son of Hermogene Clement and Marie Irma Montz. His death notice is in Le Meschacébé, 2 Oct 1909, p 1.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Janet Marie Clayton Clinton entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at the age of 65. She was born on November 6, 1955 to the union of Louizer Keys Clayton and Ernest Clayton of Paulina, LA. She was born into a loving christian home, and was the sixth of eight children. She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by the late Rev. Aaron Shade and also served under Pastor Nolan Albert, both of Evergreen Baptist Church in Paulina, LA. Janet later felt lead to become a member of Word of Life Christian Center in Darrow, LA under Pastor Leroy Thompson. She was a faithful member until the time of her passing. She loved her Pastor and their family, and her church family. She had a deep relationship with the Lord and loved hearing His word. She always demonstrated the Joy of the Lord - loved to laugh and loved people, especially her husband, siblings and friends. Janet attended Lutcher High School and received a Business Degree from Nicholls State University. She was employed by Shell Chemical Company in Norco, LA for more than 30 years. She retired from there on November 1, 2009. Janet was blessed by God to meet her soulmate, James Rogers Clinton, Sr. at church. They were untied in holy matrimony on June 3, 2016. She was affectionately referred to as "Popcorn" by him. Janet and James shared a love for family, travel and the outdoors. Even on Janet's morning walks through her community, she was a bright light that everyone knew and loved. She was passionate about decorating, organizing, shopping and fitness. She was a loving person and always willing to help her family, friends, church family or anyone in need. Her friends became her family. Left to cherish and celebrate her memories are her husband, James R. Clinton, Sr.; stepson, James Clinton, II; step-grandchildren, Zoe' and Zya Clinton; siblings, Elouise Turner, Rodney Clayton, Joyce Clayton, Ernestine Alexander, Floyd (Shawn) Clayton, and Michael (Marie) Clayton; uncle, John Clayton, Sr.; Godmother, Jersey Henry; sisters and brothers-in-law, Helen Ruth (Rev. Johnnie) Worthen, Gwendolyn Ann Clinton, Patricia Marie Norwood, Margeart (Rev. Alvin) Peters, Madeline Delores Clinton and Julia Paulette (Leonard) Atkins, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Louizer Clayton and brothers Ernest, Jr. and Perry Clayton. Janet was a loving wife, sister, stepmother and step-grandmother. She was loved and will be truly missed. A celebration of life for Janet Marie Clinton will be held on Thrusday, February 4, 2021 at Treasures of Life Funeral Services 315 E Airline Hwy, Gramercy, LA 70052. Visitation 10am-11:30am. Private service following the visitation period. Entombment at St. Michael Catholic Church Cemetery in Convent, LA. Final care entrusted to Treasures of Life Funeral Services 315 E Airline, Hwy, Gramercy, LA 70052. Due to CDC (COVID-19) guidelines and restrictions, masks and social distancing are REQUIRED!
Treassures of Life Center, Gramercy, LA; February 16, 2021

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records Volume 9 1858-1862 Page 87: Marcelite Bourgeois, age 64 years, widow of Michel Clouatre, buried 8 September 1859, died 7 September 1859, (SMI 4, 259)

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records Volume 3 1804-1819 age 144: Marcelite (Amant & Scholastique Arseneaux, decd) married 8 May 1815 Michel Clouatre (Joseph and Marie Poirier, decd) witness; MIchel Clouatre; Michel Poirier; Edward Breaux; (SJA 2,149)
Contributed by Mary Agnes Hammett

Erroll J. Cola Sr., 67, a native of St. James Parish and a resident of Lutcher died on Wednesday June 3, 2015. Father of Unita (Ronnie) and Erroll (Kawanna) Cola Jr. Brother of Ann (Joseph) Green, Ophelia Williams, Peggy Greene and Jo Ann Davis. Survived by relatives and friends. Funeral service on Monday, June 8, 2015 at St. Michael Catholic Church, 6476 LA Hwy 44, Convent, LA 70723 at 11:00am. Visitation at 9:00am. Internment church cemetery, Convent, LA. Service entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home, Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The New Orleans Advocate (LA) from Jun. 6 to Jun. 7, 2015.

Erroll (Jay) Cola Jr., (age 38) transitioned on Sunday August 19, 2019, Father K'Errollon, Errianna, and Aliyah. Brother of Unita (Kerry) Jones. Uncle of Chloe. Erroll is also survived by aunts, uncles and a host of relatives and friends. Celebration Service will be held on Monday August 26, 2019 at Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ, 129 Apple St., Laplace, La. at 10:00am. Bishop Ronald Frank Officiating. Interment St. Michael Catholic Cemetery, Convent, La. Ochsner Kenner, John Folse manufacturing co and Bayou Steel are invited to attend. Professional Services entrusted to the caring staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051. 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Aug. 24 to Aug. 26, 2019

James Cola Jr., a shoe repairman, died July 13 of kidney failure at Touro Infirmary. He was 55. Mr. Cola was a lifelong resident of New Orleans. He worked at Edwards Shoe Repair for 30 years and at Jim Dandy Fried Chicken. Survivors include two brothers, Michael Cola and Emile J. Cola Sr., and a sister, Deborah Cola-Sturgis. A funeral will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at Boissiere-Labat Family Funeral Services, 3825 Washington Ave. Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery in Convent. Littlejohn's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, July 22, 2005
Contributed by Jane Edson

James "Nook" Cola Sr., a retired laborer with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, died Monday at his home. He was 81. Mr. Cola was a lifelong resident of Convent. He was a World War II veteran. Survivors include three sons, James Cola Jr., Emile Cola Sr. and Michael Cola; two daughters, Deborah Sturgis and Joann Davis; 11 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held today at 11 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 6474 Louisiana 44, Convent. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Hobson Brown Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, February 27, 2004

Joseph Junier Cola entered into rest on Friday, November 29, 2019 at 7:52 a.m. at Touro Hospital in New Orleans, La. He was 83. You are invited to attend the Celebration of Life on Saturday, December 07, 2019 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ, 616 E. Main Street, Gramercy, La. from 10:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery in Convent, La. He's survived by wife Shirley Cola, son Anthony Cola, Sr.(Treva). Grandfather of Ankaya and Anthony Cola, Jr. ; silblings Mary C. Leon, Deola C. Branch(Rev. Dale), Myra Terry, Lionel Cola, Sr. Andrew Cola, Sr., brothers-in-law Raymond Johnson(Rosa) and Authur Ray Johnson(Doris). Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and five sisters. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, LA; 2/10/2020

Betty Cooper Coleman, 82, resident of Gramercy, LA., entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 9, 2019. She leaves to cherish her memory one son, Ronaldo Coleman and daughters-in-law Anastasia Coleman and Nadine H. Coleman, siblings, Lilly Ann Teague (James) , Beverly Johnson (Karl), Jacqueline Mattos (Dion), Donna Williams (Clinton), Rickey Cooper (Darla), brother-in-law Elzy Torrence and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Chad E. Coleman, daughter Terri Lynn Coleman, brothers Alexander Cooper , Jr., Perry Cooper and her parents Alexander and Beatrice Cooper, Sr. Funeral service will be held 12:00 P.M. Saturday, November 16, 2019 at First Community Antioch Baptist Church 10860 Hwy 3125 Lutcher, LA. Interment will follow at St. Michael's Cemetery Convent, LA. Arrangements entrusted to Brazier-Watson Funeral Home Donaldsonville, LA. Please sign the online guest book at www.brazierwatson.com BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, LA; 2/10/2020

Desiree Joseph Collins died Monday, July 2, 2007. She was the daughter of Louis Freeman and Lillian Mercadel Freeman. She is also survived by her adoptive father, Arthur Joseph, and his wife, Rozelia. She was the devoted wife of Earl Shorty Sr., mother of Ronald Joseph, Rashad Collins and the late Byron Collins, sister of Mona Dennis, Michelle Freeman, Louis and Lenard Freeman and Lois Alexis, and stepmother of Alisha, Tiadra, Earl Shorty Jr., Desmond Shorty and Patrick Holmes. Also survived by six grandchildren, seven sisters-in-law, brother-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the service at Rhodes Fidelity Funeral Home Inc., 2929 Scenic Hwy. Visitation on Saturday, July 7, from 10 a.m. until service at noon. Interment in St. Michael Catholic Church Cemetery, Convent.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on 7/6/2007.