A retired postmistress with the U.S. Postal Service in Convent with 35 years of service, she died at 4:32 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, at St. James Parish Hospital, Lutcher. She was 74 and a native and resident of Convent. She was of the Catholic faith. Visitation at Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, on Monday, Aug. 4, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, on Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with the Rev. Frank Uter, celebrant. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery. Survived by her husband, Otis J. Kliebert, Convent; daughter, Rosalind Kliebert Troscalir, Reserve; brother, Gerald Melancon and his wife, Eunice, of Garyville; sisters, Francine Slimmer, and Mary Ann Cummins and her husband, Harry, all of Convent, Ethel Roussel Thomas and her husband, Prentice, of Zachary; and grandchildren, Rene J. Trosclair III, Joseph L. Trosclair, Luke A. Trosclair and his wife, Kristen Clement Trosclair, and Anthony R. Trosclair. Preceded in death by her mother, Lucy Louque Melancon Kliebert; father, Felix Melancon; stepfather, Stanley Kliebert; son-in-law, Rene J. Trosclair Jr., of Reserve; grandparents, Alcide Louque, Alice Miller Louque, Edgar Melancon and Desiree Martin Melancon; brother, Edgar Melancon; brother-in-law, Herbert Roussel Sr.; and sister-in-law, Priscille Melancon. She was married for 53 years and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. We invite you to share your thoughts and fond memories with the family by leaving both written and spoken guestbook messages at www.mem.com.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, August 4, 2008
Contributed by Jane Edson

Otis Joseph Kliebert had a great long journey of life. He knew his time here on Earth was getting shorter and loved everybody who he met along the way. Otis passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2015 at Ochsner Medical Foundation in New Orleans, La. Otis was born on December 26, 1921 in Paulina, Louisiana and the time of his death he resided in Convent, Louisiana. He had a passion of working the land and was a farmer for most of his life. Survived by: Only daughter: Rosalind Kliebert Trosclair, Brother: Buhel Kliebert (Grace), Four grandchildren: Rene Trosclair III (Maria), Joseph Trosclair (Brooke), Luke Trosclair (Kristen), Anthony Trosclair (Maeghan). He is also survived by 5 great-grandchildren; Claire, Olivia, Ava, Leah, Cadi. Preceded in death by: Wife: Helen Melancon Kliebert, Son-in-law: Rene Trosclair Jr., Father: Leon Joseph Kliebert, Sr., Mother: Elvina Bourgeois Kliebert, Brothers: Leon Kliebert Jr., Allen Kliebert, and Garland Kliebert, Sisters: Amy Kliebert Michilli, Eunice Kliebert Lucia, Rose Kliebert Ballay, Gertrude Kliebert and Velma Kliebert. He will be greatly missed by neighbors, friends, family, and all who knew him. Thank you all for being a part of his life and all that you have done for him. Visitation, Mass of Christian Burial and Interment: St. Michael the Archangel Church, 6476 LA Hwy. 44, Convent, LA 70723. In memory of Mr. Otis donations can also be made to the Ochsner Health System, Department of Philanthropy. Condolences may be expressed at www.HCAlexanderFH.com 2208 Jefferson Highway, Lutcher, LA 70071 | 225-869-5553.
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Apr. 27 to Apr. 29, 2015

A resident of Baton Rouge, she died at 2:45 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20, 2000, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. She was 56 and a native of Hester. Visiting at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday. Visiting at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. Thursday, conducted by the Rev. Mario Rizzuto, S.M. Entombment in church mausoleum. Survived by her husband, Ronald J. Kliebert; mother, Florence L. Accardo; two sons, Buck and Chris Kliebert; a sister, Joyce Stone; and a granddaughter, Ashlyn Bowen.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, February 22, 2000
Contributed by Jane Edson

Rita Mae Blank Petit Kliebert passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2015, at the age of 88. She was a native of Lutcher, LA, and a resident of Convent, LA, for 64 years. Rita was the mother of 4 children: Gerald Petit (Helen), Kenneth Petit, Katheryn Kliebert Hendricks (Wade) and Ricky Paul Kliebert Sr. (Paula). She was the grandmother of 13; Glenn, Geraldine, Chad, Robert, Tammy, Christina, Ricky Jr., Jennifer, Sydney, Erin, Ashley, Emily, Brennan, 16 great-grandchildren and 2 great- great-grandchildren. Survived by: Siblings: Roy "Cokey" Blank, Herman Blank, Lucille Cantillo, Joyce B. Alito, and Judy B. Walters and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Husbands: Gerald Petit Sr. and Sidney J. Kliebert; Parents: Humphrey Blank and Florence Messina Blank; Siblings: Percy, Glenn "T-Boy", Evenlyn, Kathleen, Ruth, Yvonne, and her twin brothers Ray and Roy; Grandchild: Denise, two nephews and one niece. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A special thanks to Chateau St. James Employees for all of their compassion and support. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Visitation, Mass of Christian Burial and Internment: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, LA. Condolences may be expressed at www.hcalexanderfh.com.
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Feb. 12 to Feb. 16, 2015

Stanley Joseph Kliebert died at 3:10p.m. Wednesday at his home in Convent. He was 66 years old a native of Vacherie. he was a retired employee of Colonial Sugar, Inc., in Gramercy and a veteran of World War II. Body at Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher from 2 p.m. Thursday until 9:30 a.m. Friday. Religious services at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent at 10 a.m. Friday. Burial in church cemetery, Survived by his wife, Mrs. Lucy Louque Kliebert, Convent; a daughter Miss Francine Kliebert, Convent; two stepsons, Edgar Melancon, Paulina, and Gerald Melancon, Garyville; three stepdaughters, Mrs. Helen Kliebert, Convent, Mrs. Mary Ann Cummins, New Orleans, and Mrs. Ethel Roussel, Gramercy; a half brother, Sidney Kliebert Jr., Convent; a half sister, Mrs. Hilda Lambert, Convent; and 21 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mrs. Antoine Guidry and Mrs. Ernest Lambert Sr.
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Miss Leonie Kroll died in St James Parish, Louisiana, on 6 Sep 1855 at 2 o'clock in the morning. She was a native of Paris, France, and age 23 years. Her funeral record lists her parents as F. Kroll and Libere Martin (St Michael Church Register 6, page 243).
A brief death notice was published in Le Messager, issue of 8 Sep 1855, page 2
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Eunice Maney Laboue, Age 82. Resident Of Lutheran Nursing Home Of New Orleans. Native Of Convent. Died On Saturday, April 13, 2002, At Methodist Hospital. Preceded By Her Husband, Johnie Laboue. Daughter Of The Late Paul Maney, Sr. And The Late Alice Chopin. Sister Of Thelma Carlos, Dorothy Maney, Paul Maney, George Maney, Melvin Maney, The Late John Maney, Sr. And The Late Eulia Schmidt. Sister In Law Of Gloria Maney, Verina Maney, Alphonsine Gite, Inita Wilson, Dorothy Labove, Mary Helen Trimmer, Rosa Mae Reed, The Late Marie Maney, The Late Elsie Maney, The Late Sidney Schmidt, Sr. And The Late Emanuel Carlos. Also Survived By Numerous Nieces, Nephews And Cousins. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Services At 10:00 A.M., On Friday, April 19, 2002, At Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church, 4423 Lasalle St., New Orleans. Visitation To Begin At 9:00 A.M. Burial At St. Michael's Catholic Church In Convent. Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home In Charge Of Arrangements.
The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; April 18, 2002

Died 8:25 a.m. Tuesday May 4, at the St. James Parish Hospital, Lutcher. He was 54 and a native and resident of Convent. Body at Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher until 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. Funeral services at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent. Entombment in St. Michaels Mausoleum in Convent. He is survived by his wife, Emily Oubre Lambert; four daughters, Mrs. Gerald (Ruth) Kilbert and Mrs. Robert(Patricia) Madere, both of Reserve, Mrs. Jerry (Anna Mae) Alexis, Gonzales, and Miss Marie Emily Lambert, Convent; one son Alvin A. Lambert Jr., Convent; two sisters, Mrs. Bobby (Rose Mae) Melancon, Luthcher and Mrs. Alvin (Fee) Louque, Gramercy; two brothers, Edward (Ned) Lambert, Convent, and Maurice Lambert, Reserve; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. And Mrs. Edward Lambert Sr., and a sister Mrs. Raymond (Marie) Melancon.
Advocate (Baton Rouge, Louisiana) - Wednesday, May 5, 1971, Page: 8

Delia Melancon Lambert, a devout Catholic and loving mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, February 4, 2019 at the age of 93. She was a native of Paulina, LA and a resident of Convent, LA. She is survived by her children, Lois Deslattes (Lionel), Ruth Walker (Phil), Roy Lambert (Joyce), Ann Marchal (John), and Kevin Lambert (Laura). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Lori Simon (Charles), Lionel Deslattes, Jr. (Monica), Angela LeBlanc (Tim), Johnny Walker (Jessica), Christina Grandt (Justin), Chanel Anderson (Matt), Crystal Hymel (Jay), Sandy Lindsey (Brian), Lana Simon (Scott), Becky Scioneaux (P.J.), Tracy Michel (Scott), Darren Marchal, Amy Melancon (Heath), Jennifer Millet (Todd), Leslie Fisher (Greg), Shelly Roussel (Brennon) and 41 great-grandchildren, 3 step great-grandchildren; Sister, Julia White; Brother, Antoine Melancon and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Lawrence Lambert; parents, Walter J. and Olympe Vicknair Melancon; brothers, Louis, O'Neal, Clarence, Walter (Buck); Infants, George, Numa, Floyd and Lloyd Melancon; Sisters, Elia Lambert and Elsie Abney and one great-grandchild. She was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Daughters and St. Anne Altar Society. 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 the staff and nurses of St. James Parish Hospital, Chateau St. James and Amedisys Hospice for their loving care and compassion of their mother. Visitation will be held at Rose Lynn Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Visitation will resume at Rose Lynn Funeral Home on Thursday, February 7, 2019 from 8:30 am to 10:30 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Convent, LA with burial in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. Rose Lynn Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. To view or sign the online guestbook, visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from Feb. 5 to Feb. 7, 2019.

Edward Joseph Lambert died Sunday 13 Mar 1960 at age 77 years. He was a native and resident of Convent, LA. Spouse of Urania Proisy and the father of Mrs Felonise Louque, Mrs Rose Mae Melancon and Alvin Edward (Ned) and Maurice Lambert and the late Mrs Marie Melancon. Brother of Leo and Lee Lambert and Mrs Palmyre Scioneaux and Mrs Esther Plaisance. Funeral services were 14 Mar 1960 at St Michael Church, Convent, LA, with interment in church cemetery.
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A resident of Gonzales and a native of Gramercy, she passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2012. She was 92 and a retired seamstress. Visiting will be at St. Michael Church in Convent on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 from 9 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. Entombment to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her four daughters, Anna Alexis, Ruth Cardinale, Pat Gonzales and spouse, Gene, and Marie Lambert; two sisters, Rita Laiche and Mary Bourgeois; ten grandchildren, Arlene Brown, Jerry Alexis, Jr., Gerald Klibert, Jr., Shelley Rome, Edie Triche, Lee DuPePe', Carolyn Keller, Robert Madere, Jr., Mary Myers, and Brandi Cormier; 18 great grandchildren; and 16 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Lambert, Sr.; son, Alvin Lambert, Jr.; grandsons, Alvin Lambert, III and Jeremy Triche; and five brothers, Willie, Gilmer, Maurice, A.J., and Paul Oubre. Pallbearers will be her grandsons and great grandsons. She enjoyed making dolls and loved the sports of bowling, baseball, and football. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff (nurses and CNA's) at Gonzales Healthcare and a special thanks to Dr. Shawn Hall. To offer your condolences to the family please visit www.oursofh.com.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, November 19, 2012
Contributed by Jane Edson

A native and resident of Convent, she was born July 13, 1912, and died Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004. She was 92. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eusebe Lambert; parents, Sidney Kliebert Sr. and Noemie Guidry Kliebert; brothers, Sidney Jr. and Stanley Kliebert; sisters, Myrtle K. Guidry and Myrtie R. Lambert; son, Arthur Lambert; daughter-in-law, Ruth Leglue Lambert; grandson, Dale Lambert Jr.; and great-granddaughter, Brandi Forsyth. She is survived by her children, Merlyn L. St. Pierre, wife of Alvin St. Pierre Sr., Sandra L. Roussel, wife of Roger Roussel Jr., Dale Lambert Sr., husband of Mary Ann Granier Lambert, Mary Champagne, wife of Ralph Champagne, and Laverne "Winky" Lambert, all of Lutcher; nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Convent, Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Altar Society and A.R.C. Visitation at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, from 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., celebrated by the Rev. Ed Fuss. Entombment in St. Michael's Mausoleum. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, in charge of arrangements.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on September 17, 2004

Laverne "Winky" Lambert was born on September 21, 1951 and passed away on April 27, 2014 at the age of 62. She was a native and resident of Convent, LA. She is survived by her siblings: Dale Lambert, Sr. (Mary Anne), Merlyn St. Pierre (Bubbie), Sandra Roussel (R.J.), and Mary Champagne (Ralph) as well as 3 nephews, 6 nieces, 13 great nephews, 8 great nieces, and 1 great-great nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents: Eusebe Lambert and Hilda Kliebert Lambert; a brother, Arthur Lambert (Ruth); a nephew, Dale Lambert, Jr., and a great-niece, Brandi Forsythe. Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 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. In lieu of flowers, contributions preferred to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105-3678.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Monday, April 28, 2014
Contributed by Jane Edson

Died Friday, July 27, 2001, in Convent. Arrangements are pending with H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Saturday, July 28, 2001
Contributed by Jane Edson

Lawrence Charles Lambert, Died On Friday, July 27, 2001 At 10:15 A.M. In Convent. Age 84, A Native And Resident Of Convent. Husband Of His Beloved Wife, Delia Melancon Lambert Of Convent. Son Of The Late Laurent And Martha Dupepe Lambert. Father And Father-In-Law Of Lois And Lionel Deslettes Of Gramercy, Ruth And Phil Walker Of Shreveport, Ann And John Marchal Of Gonzales, Roy And Joyce Lambert Of Lutcher, Kevin And Laura Lambert Of Paulina. Brother Of Adeline L. Poche And Rita L. Roussel Of Convent, The Late Malcolm, Romain, Juste, Eusebe, Gaston, Willis And Freddie Lambert. Also Survived By 16 Grandchildren And 8 Great Grandchildren. He Was A Member Of The Vfw Post 5852 And A Wwii Veteran Of The U.S. Army. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend A Mass Of Christian Burial At 10:00 A.M. On Monday, July 30, 2001 At St. Michaels Catholic Church In Convent. Interment In Church Mausoleum. Visitation At H.C. Alexander Funeral Home In Lutcher From 6:00 P.M. To 10:00 P.M. On Sunday And From 8:00 A.M. To 9:45 A.M. On Monday. Arrangements By H.C. Alexander Funeral Home Of Lutcher.
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DIED Tuesday Jan. 3, 1978, at East Feliciana Geriatrics Hospital. He was 81, a native of Convent. Boday at Alexandria Funeral Home, Lutcher. Burial in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent, on Wednesday. Preceded in death by four sistrs, Palyre Scioneaux, Esther Plaisance, Emalie Rousseau and Pamela Guidry; two brothers, Leo Lambert and Edward Lambert. Survived by a number of nieces and nephews.
Morning Advocate, Baton Rouge, LA; Wednesday, January 4, 1978, p. 4-A

Mary Ann Granier Lambert, a resident of Lutcher, LA, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2020 at St. James Parish Hospital at the age of 72. She was born on March 8, 1948 in St. James, LA to the late Louis and Edna Chiquet Granier. She is survived by her husband Dale Lambert, Sr; daugther, Trude Lambert Montz (Chris Montz, Jr); grandchildren, Kassie and Kohen; brothers, Thomas Granier (Lilly), Timothy Granier (Louise) and Robert Granier; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Dale Lambert, Jr.; and brothers, Earl, Eugene, Raymond and Larry Granier. She was admired for the endless care she gave her son who was disabled with muscular dystrophy. She was devoted to her Catholic faith. The love given to her family and friends was in abundance. The family would like to thank Dr. Vellanki, Dr. Roussel, Holly Millet, Staff of St. James Parish Hospital and the staff of Chateau St. James Retirement Home for their excellent care and compassion. No words can describe our heartfelt appreciation to all during this difficult time. Due to the current circumstances, a private service will be held for immediate family only at St. Michael's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers any donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Rose Lynn Funeral services has been entrusted in handling her arrangements.
Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA

Odette Himel Lambremont, On Monday, November 4, 1985 at 3:07 pm at River Parished Medical Center, Laplace, La. Wife of the late John D. Lambremont Sr. Mother of the late John D. Lambremont Jr. Daughter of the late Ernest and Lelia Himel. Sister of the late Carrie, Edna, Nola, Octavia, Ernest and Lawrence. Survived by 4 grandchildren, John D. Lambremont III, Connie Laws, Linda Vasseur and Glen Lambremont. Also survived by 8 great-grandchildren. Age 90. A native and resident of Convent, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend funeral services from the Alexander Funeral Home, 107 Jefferson Hwy., Lutcher, La. on Thursday, November 7, 1985 at 11:00 o'clock am. A Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, La. Interment Church cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday November 6, 1985 from 6 p.m. until 10 pm and Thursday, 8 a.m until service time.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Wednesday, November 6, 1985, p. A31, col 4

Edith Melancon Landry, At East Louisiana Hospital, On November 7, 1974, At 12:05 O'clock A.M.; Daughter Of The Late Gustave, Sr. And Louise Raymon Melancon; Beloved Wife Of Mr. George Landry, Jr. Of Convent; Mother Of Monica And Patrick Landry; Sister Of Gustave Melancon Jr., Calvin, Herman, Anita M., Henley, Irma And Innis Melancon; Also Survived By A Host Of Cousins. Funeral Services Took Place From The Hobson Brown Funeral Home, Convent On Saturday, November 9, 1974, At 10:00 O'clock A.M., Followed By Religious Services At St. Michael Catholic Church Father Vogler, Celebrant. Interment In St. Michael Cemetery.
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Contributed by Mimi

Ernestine "Katie" Johnson Landry, at the age of 83 years, departed this earthly life on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at Clarity Hospice of Baton Rouge, LA. Beloved wife of deceased Charles "Charlie" Landry of Convent, LA. Loving mother of Charles Landry Sr. (Lynn), Iris Jackson, Lester Landry (Carolyn), Elvis Landry and Deena LeBlanc (Quentin). Also survived by 14 grand children, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Ernestine was a long time resident of Convent, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents Gistine Johnson and Harry Johnson; siblings: Verline Johnson, Ruby Lee Johnson and Judy Jones. Pastor and parishioners of Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Paulina, LA and neighboring churches are invited to attend the home going celebration on Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 10:00 am at Mt. Olive Baptist Church 3143 La 642 Paulina, LA 70763. Pastor Nelson, officiating. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery 6476 Hwy 44 Convent, LA. Visitation will be held at the above church from 8:00 am until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information:985-535-6837.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from Sep. 28 to Sep. 30, 2017.

Elaine Bergeron Lane, 85 of Tyler passed away on Monday, Nov. 5, 2012, at Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler. She was born Oct. 7, 1927, in Union, La., to the late Jeanne Letulle and Henry Bergeron. A devoted Catholic, she worked as a registered nurse until she cared for her special needs son Bobby. Elaine loved crafts but mostly loved her church and family. Visitation will be held from 9 until 10:45 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Convent. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012, at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Convent with Fr. Ed Fuss celebrant. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her loving family including her children of Tyler, and of Nacogdoches; her sister of Convent; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Charles Emory Lane Jr.; son Robert "Bobby" Burris Lane; sister June Magnitzky; brother Henry Bergeron Jr.; and half-sister Lucille Chauvin.
H.C. Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher, La. [Obit edited - full obit published in The Daily Sentinel on November 9, 2012]
Contributed by Deb

Birth recorded in BR Diocese records, Vol. 5, 1830-1839, Page 434: Marie Ermentine (Ludger and Rosalie Phelippe (COUSOTE) bn. 10 Jun 1836 bt. 6 Feb. 1837 spo. Theodule Bourgeois and Josephine Bourgeois (SMI-6,83)

She married first Thomas St. Pierre Bourgeois at Convent, St. James Parish on Dec. 27, 1852. Recorded in BR Diocese records, Vol. 7, 1848-1852, Page 362: Marie Armantine (Ludger Matherne and Rosalie Coussot (sic) m. 27 Dec. 1852 Thomassin Bourgeois (Pierre Bourgeois and Seraphine Bourgeois) wit. ludger Tircuit; Felicien Bourgeois; Ludger Matherne; N. Tircuit; E. Matherne; Z. Matherne; Vinzuli Bourgeois; J. O. Matherne (SMI-11, 41)

Thomas died in 1866 and on Jan. 20, 1868 she married Felix Laurent at Convent. Marriage recorded in BR Diocese records, Vol. 11, 1868-1870: Matherne, Armentine, widow of Thomassin Bourgeois (Ledger Matherne and Rosalie Courseau) m. 20 Jan. 1868 Felix Laurent of New Orleans, Louisiana (Michel August Laurent and Anne Fournial, both decd.) wit. Theodule Bourgeois, Vinzule Bourgeois; Adolphe Blouin (SMI-11, 301)

Marie Armentine Matherne Bourgeois Laurent died in Oct. 1870 and was buried on Oct. 17, 1870 at St. Michael's. Death recorded in Vol. 11 of Diocese record, Page 371: Armantine Matherne, age ca. 40 years, wife of Felix Laurent, bur. 17 Oct. 1870 (SMI-22,54)
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Maurice P. Laurent, Sr., on Saturday, June 20, 1985 at 4:30 p.m., beloved husband of Mildred Bourgeois Laurent; father of Maurice Laurent, Jr., Mildred Oubre, Murna, Merlyn and Monty Laurent; also survived by 3 brothers, 3 sister, 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Age 70 years, a native of Edgared, LA and a resident of Gramercy, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service from Alexander Funeral Home, 107 Jefferson Hwy., Lutcher, LA on Monday, July 1, 1985 at 5 p.m. Service at Alexander Funeral Home. Interment in St. Michael Mausoleum, Convent, LA. Friends may call Monday, July 1, 1985 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Monday, July 1, 1985, p. A-21

Mildred B. Laurent Passed Away At Twin Oaks Nursing Home In Laplace On Thursday, April 3, 2003. Age 87 Years. She Was A Native And Life Long Resident Of Gramercy, La. Wife Of The Late Maurice Laurent, Sr. Daughter Of The Late Henry And Josephine Cailouet Bourgeois. Mother And Mother -In-Law Of Maurice Laurent, Jr. And Wife Pat, Mildred Oubre, Murna Troglione And Husband Frank, Merlyn Laurent And Wife Karen, Monty Laurent And Wife Martha And The Late Matthew Laurent. She Is Also Survived By 10 Grandchildren And 13 Great Grandchildren. Visitation Will Be Held At H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, 2208 Jefferson Hwy., Lutcher, La. On Saturday, April 5, 2003 From 9am Until 12 Noon. Entombment To Follow In St. Michael's Mausoleum, Convent, La. Alexander Funeral Home 225-869-5553
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; April 4, 2003.

George Laustenbach [ John Daniel and Marguerite Elizabeth Cernidia], native of Franconia, resident of New Orleans, m. Barbe Schexnayder, Sept. 16, 1806, w. Louis Degrandmont [@De Grandmond], Nicolas Elfer [@HELFER], Jacque Kinler, George Wenprenner [@Wenpreuner] [SJBED, M1, 141] Volume 8, p. 202 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records. [Daughter of George Laudenbach and Elizabeth Barbe Schexnayder]

Marguerite Elizabeth Laudembarck [ Laudenbach] [George and Elizabeth Schexnayder] b. Aug. 2, 1807, born July 10, [1807] s. Jacque Delagrou [@DELAGROUE] and Marguerite Belsom, all of this parish [SJBED, B3, 114] Volume 9, p. 219 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records.

George Leonard, major son, nat. Wisbourg Germany, re. Ascension Parish [ John Daniel and Marie Elizabeth Cernidia] m. Jun. 30, 1817 Euphrosine Lannoux, major daughter, widow of Hippolite Melanson [Pierre and Catherine Leblanc] wit. Donat Landry; Thieory Leblanc; Jean Rouillier. [SMI-2,53] Volume 3, p. 522 Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records.

George Laudenbach, age about 48 years, nat. of Germany, husband of Euphrosine Lannoux, bur. Feb. 6, 1829 [SMI-4,81] Volume 4, p. 341 Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records.
Contributed by Bobbie Hymel Wade

Stella Johnson Lawrence, a native and resident of Lutcher, died at 3:05 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2007, at St. James Hospital, Lutcher. She was 90. Visiting at King Triumph Baptist Church, Lutcher, until religious service, conducted by the Rev. Reginald Joseph. Burial in St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent. Arrangements by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home. Survived by a son, Joseph Williams Jr.; brother, Amos Johnson; and 21 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Billy Johnson and Evelina Gaudet Johnson; first husband, Joseph Williams Sr.; and second husband, Willie Lawrence.
Obituary published in The Advocate, Baton Rouge, LA on 8/28/2007.

William Henry Lawton was born in Fall River, Mass to Benjamin Hall Lawton and his second wife, Mary Porter. William was a schoolmaster on the Delhommer Plantation in 1850. He married, first, Marie Mathilde Trouard in 1852. They had twin girls, Marie and Mathilde, Marie dying shortly after birth and his wife dying shortly also. He then married Marie Mathilde Delhommer in 1856, one of his former students. They had 12 children including William Henry Jr, Joseph Benjamin, Joseph Alfred, Marie Antoinette (Hormer), Joseph Robert, Edna, and John Alva. William was voted a La State Senator in 1864 and held the office of President Pro Tem in 1865. He was on the Board of Supervisors for St James Parish in 1868 and served as Justice of the Peace in St James Parish for many years.
Contributed by Phyllis Lawton

LEBLANC, Joseph Bruce "Nig" - - - A resident of Convent and a retired boilermaker, he died Monday, Jan 21, 2002, at St. James Hospital, Lutcher. He was 81 and a native of Sorrento. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of Union-Convent Volunteer Fire Department. He was the beloved husband of Nelva Puccio LeBlanc; father of Darlene Schexnayder, Patty Sue Webre and the late Steve LeBlanc; grandfather of Danna Foster, Timothy Moody, Tricia Andrews and Darin Andrews; stepfather of Betty Brignac, Marie Keller and Sam Puccio Jr.; and stepgrandfather of Paula Marino, Oren Keller, Angela Macias, Mary Keller, Emily Carpenter, Steven Puccio, Charles Puccio, Christina Couvillion, Stacey Jara and Kathy Puccio. He is also survived by numerous great-grandchildren. He was the son of the late Olympe Villeneuve LeBlanc and Felicien LeBlanc; and brother of Thilda Walker, Audrey Painter, Ruby LeBlanc, Aris Trabeaux, Emmaline LeBlanc, Elwood LeBlanc and the late Beatrice Schexnayder and John LeBlanc. Pallbearers will be Troy Schexnayder, Paul Kerek, Clay Schexnayder, Glenn Lee, Sam Marino Jr., Oren Keller and Steven and Charles Puccio. Honorary pallbearers and Elwood LeBlanc, Gilroy Huguet, Sam Puccio Jr. and Paul Keller. Friends may call at Ourso Funeral Home, Airline Highway, Gonzales, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Wednesday. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church, River Road, Convent, at 11 a.m. Wednesday, celebrated by the Rev. Mario Rizzuto. Interment in St. Michael's Catholic Cemetery.
Published The Advocate, Baton Rouge, La., January 23, 2002.

Nelva Puccio LeBlanc, born in Vacherie, LA on October 7, 1921, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2019 at Jefferson Manor Nursing Home. She was a lifelong resident of Convent, LA. She will always be remembered and loved for her beautiful smile, fancy outfits and spirited personality. She is survived by her three children, Betty P. Brignac, Marie P. Keller and Sam Puccio, Jr.; son-in-law, Paul K. Keller and daughter-in-law, Della K. Puccio. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 17 great-great-grandchildren. She was widowed by Sam Puccio Sr. and Joseph B. Leblanc. She was also preceded in death by son-in-law Percy M. Brignac and 10 siblings. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Nelva was a lifelong member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Convent, LA. and Romeville Senior Center. The family would like to thank the loving staff of St. Joseph Hospice, the Carpenter House and Jefferson Manor Nursing Home with special thanks to Dr. Hector Mena, Dr. Carl Luikhart, Shelly Weaver, Kendra Verner, Wren Veal, Sonjie & John Haydel, Cary Watis, Rebecca (FeFe) Stewart, Carol Ann Rome and Layne Poirrier. Visitation will begin at 9:00am on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am by Rev. Father Alec Sheldon. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from Feb. 18 to Feb. 20, 2019

CONVENT - Bernadette Poche LeBoeuf, 97, a resident of Convent, died Dec. 2. She was the wife of the late Collins LeBoeuf and mother of Carol Dupard. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Henrietta Dornier Poche and was also preceded in death by five sisters and four brothers. She is also survived by five grandchildren. Services were Dec. 5 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Convent, with interment at the church cemetery.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Tuesday, December 10, 2002
Contributed by Jane Edson

Joseph LeBoeuf, Jr., a native and resident of Convent, died Friday, April 6, 2007, at his home. He was 86. He is survived by his wife, Geraldine Jacques LeBoeuf of Convent; seven daughters and their spouses, Genell and Sharon LeBoeuf, Donna and Heria Williams, Fay and Johnny Bradley, Glenda and Mathew Randle, Joycelyn and Kenneth Steib and Shelia and Robert Jones; son, Wayne LeBoeuf; sister, Louise Joseph; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; four sisters-in-law, Jacqueline and spouse Paul Goodwin, Stella Mae Jones, Eloise and spouse Melvin Banks, and Annie Bell Donald; four brothers-in-law, Gralyn, Michael, Norman and Robert Jr. and spouse Georgia Mae Jacques; godchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph LeBoeuf Sr. and Emily Valentine LeBoeuf; two sisters, Veronica Jacques and Leona Griffin; and brother, Earl LeBoeuf.
Obituary published in The Advocate, Baton Rouge, La., on 4/9/2007.

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church, Vol 6, 1840-1847, pg. 423: Birth and baptism - LeBoeuf, Marcelin Theophile (Moise LeBeuf and Marie Caillouet) bn. 10 April 1841, bt. 21 August 1842, spo. Carcellin Caillouet and Elisa Caillouet (SMI-6,113)

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church, Vol 10, 1863-1867, Pg 366: Marriage - LeBoeuf also Lebeuf - Theophile (Moise Leboeuf and Marie Caillouette) m. 15 May 1866 Marie Vieginie Gaudet (Leonard Gaudet, decd. and Marie Louise Toilier) wit. A. Gaudin; Florian Blouin; Alce' Guidry; R. Gaudet; Clement Landes; Leontine Gaudet; Floriska LeBoeuf; Glore Caphary; Marie Jacob; Eugenie Gaudet; Albert Caillouet (SMI-11, 262)

Louisiana, Marriages, 1718-1925 - Name: Theophile Lebouef; Spouse: Marie Eugenie Gaudet,; Marriage date: 8 May 1866; Marriage Place: St. James

American Civil War Soldiers: Theophile LeBoeuf; Side: Condeferacy; State: Louisiana; Service Record: Enlisted as a Private Company A, 18th Infantry Regiment Louisiana; Sources: 425
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Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol 6, 1840-1847, Pg 257: Birth and baptism - Gaudet, Marie Eugenie (Leonard Gaudet and Marie Louise Toillier) bn 27 Feb 1844, bt. 17 Feb 1845, spo. Pierre Tourin and Laurenza Coure (SJA-5, 48)

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol 10,1863-1867, Pg 228: Marriage - Gaudet, Marie Virginie (Leonard Gaudet, decd. and Marie Louise Toilier) m. 15 May 1866 Theophile Leboeuf (Moise LeBoeuf and Marie Caillouette) wit. A. Gaudin; Florian Blouin; Alce' Guidry; R. Gaudet; Clement Landes; Leontine Gaudet; Floriska LeBoeuf; Glore Caphary; Marie Javob; Eugenie Gaudet; Albert Caillouet (SMI-11, 262)

Louisiana Secretary of State Confederate Pension Applications Index Database; Reel: CP1.83- Microdex 3 - Sequence 21; Target card: Leboeuf, Virginia; Applicant Information & Name Variations: Leboeuf, Virginia Gaudet; Parish: St. James - Pages: 5 Soldier Information & Variations: Leboeuf, Theophile; State: LS; Branch: Infantry; Unit: 18th Regiment; Company: CO. A (Above military date is from the War Department)

LeBoeuf - On Monday afternoon, March 18, 1929, at 4 o'clock, Virginia Gaudet, in her 84th year, wife of the late Theovide LeBoeuf and mother of Theophille and Clevlan LeBoeuf. Remains will be forwarded from the P.J. McMahon & Sons' Funeral Home, 4500 Canal street, near cemeteries., at 2:15 o'clock Tuesday afternoon to Convent, La., via Y & M V R R at 3:15 o'clock.
Times Picayune, New Orleans, LA; March 19, 1929, pg 2, col 8
All contributed by Margaret Sarrat

Louis Bourgeois [Pierre and Margarita Reen [Reine], b. Feb. 13, 1785, bn. Jan. 30, 1785, s. Luis Lalande and Maria Josepha Reen [SLC, B9, 356] Volume 4, p. 38 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records.

Louis Le Bourgeois [Pierre and Marguerite Reine], native of New Orleans, resident of St. James, m. Erasie Haydel, July 20, 1815, w. Pierre Becnel, Urbin Gaiennie and Marcellin Haydel [SJBED, M2, 49] Volume 11, p. 264 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records.

Louis Le Bourgeois, age 53 yrs., buried Dec. 20, 1837 [SMI-4,130] Volume 5, p. 404 Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records.

Contributed by Bobbie Hymel Wade

Wilbert Leon, a loving husband and father, went home to be with the Lord at age 80. Wilbert was born in Convent, and was the son of the late Numa Sr. and Bertha Etienne Leon. A lifelong resident of Convent, Wilbert is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Cola Leon; three children, Gwendolyn Leon Fobb, Wanda Leon Fobb and Marsha Leon Young; a sister, Hazel Deemer; a sister-in-law whom he reared, Yvonne Cola Phillips; six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister-in-law whom he reared, Joyce Cola Lee; his parents, two brothers and a son-in-law.
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In New Orleans, La., on Wednesday, January 28, 1948, at 12:08 o'clock p.m., ERNEST LETULLE, beloved husband of Roberta Haydel of Central, La., father of Gloria, Wilbert, Maude, Grace, Elta Mae, Mercedes, Marjorie, and Emile Letulle of Central, La., Dolores Letulle of Lutcher, La., and Robert Letulle, of New Orleans, La., brother of Mrs. Caesar Porta of Central, La., and Mrs. Sam Andermann of Union, La., aged 68 years, a native of St. James Parish, Louisiana and a resident of Central, La. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral which will take place from his late residence, Central, La., on Friday morning, January 30, 1948 at 8:30 o'clock a.m. Religious services at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, La., at 9 o'clock. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent, La. Arrangements by Landry-Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, La.
The New Orleans (LA) Times-Picayune; January 30, 1948
Contributed by Jay Schexnaydre

Robert Joseph Letulle, Sr. passed away on July 4, 2009 at the age of 82. He was a longtime resident of Harvey, LA. Former husband of Jacquelin G. Letulle. Son of the late Ernest Robert Letulle and Roberta Haydel Letulle. Father of Terry Vullo (Alex), Donna Mendez (James), Stephen Letulle (Ann), Kevin Letulle (Susan and the late Kayla), Jacquelyn Lachney (the late James) and the late Robert Letulle, Jr. (Kathy). Brother of Elta Mae Simon, Grace Temple, Glory Schexnaydre, Emile Letulle, Marjorie Troxclair, Mercedes Simon and the late Delores Schexnayder, Maude Chauvin and Wilbert Letulle. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He was retired from Avondale Shipyard, was a U.S. Army veteran during the Korean War, a member of the American Legion and a member of the Cajun French Music Association of Louisiana for the past 12 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Wednesday, July 8, 2009 from 9 AM to 11 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow. Interment to take place at St. Michael Cemetery in Convent, LA for 2 PM. For further information or directions, call 504.366.4343.
The New Orleans (LA) Times-Picayune; July 7, 2009

Mrs. Roberta Haydel Letulle at 4:55 p.m., Sunday, January 13, 1985 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Gonzales, Louisiana. Age 90 years. A native of Edgard, Louisiana and a resident of Convent, Louisiana. Wife of the late Ernest Letulle, daughter of the late Robert and Regina Becnel Haydel, mother of Mrs. Julian (Glory) Schexnaydre and Mrs. Lawrence (Mercedes) Simon both of Convent, Mrs. Marsette (Grace) Temple of Prairieville, Mrs. Vincent (Elta Mae) Simon of Reserve, Mrs. Wilbert (Maud) Chauvin, Mrs. George (Dolores) Schexnayder and Mrs. Harrison (Marjorie) Troxclair all of Lutcher, Robert J. Letulle of Harvey, Emile J. Letulle of St. Amant, the late Wilbert J. Letulle, sister of the late Joe Haydel Sr. and the late Osciana Haydel, grandmother of the late Emile J. Letulle, Jr., also survived by nephew Joe L. Haydel Jr. of Lafayette, 27 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at Welsh Funeral Home, Gonzales from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. Tuesday and 8 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. Wednesday. Religious mass at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent at 11 a.m. Conducted by Father Robert Ripp. Interment in St. Michael Mausoleum. Member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Union, Louisiana.
The New Orleans (LA) Times-Picayune; January 15, 1985

Funeral services were scheduled for 10:30a.m. today at Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, for Cora Bourgeois Levet,84, a native of Lafouche Parish and resident of Convent for 60 years who died at 12:30p.m. Saturday. Religious services were scheduled immediately following at St.Mary Catholic Church Union,La., with interment in St.Michael's Mausoleum,Convent. She was the wife of the late John M. Levet; mother of Mrs.Beverly Margaret Levet Tagge,(BatonRouge),John Levet(Lutcher), Conrad Levet (Convent);daughter of the late Edgard Bourgeois and Eugenie Gaudet Bourgeois; sister of Henrietta Bourgeois,(Convent). She is survived by 9 grandchildren. Arrangements by Alexander Funeral Home.
Daily Comet, Thibodaux, LA; February 2, 1982

A resident and native of Romeville, he died Monday, Dec. 18, 2006, in Convent. He was 87. Visiting at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Convent, on Wednesday, Dec. 20, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Ed Fuss. Interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by a brother and sister-in-law, Gerald and Lois Levet of Convent; nephews and nieces, Gayle and Mary Ann Rome, Fernand J. Rome, Audry and Joyce Rome, and Carol Ann Rome, all of Convent, Sadie and Lloyd Carey of Kenner, Nancy Rome of Baton Rouge, Donald Levet of Avondale, and Kenneth Levet and Carol Ann Lassere of Vacherie; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fernand and Clothilde Weber Levet; sister and brother-in-law, Audry and Frances Rome; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Carrol and Pearl Levet and Fernand J. Levet Jr.; niece, Lillie Rome DiLeo; and nephew, Gerald Levet Jr. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the restoration fund of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, P.O. Box 65, Convent, LA 70723-0065.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Contributed by Jane Edson

Shalon Aman Long, at the age of 7 years, departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 19, 2007 at Texas Children Hospital of Houston, TX. Beloved son of LaTricia Fluence and Sean Long of Lutcher, LA. Brother of Rashaud, Shaquan and Shemar Long. Grandson of Rose and Joseph Long, Sr. of Lutcher, LA, Gloria and Dale Bolding, Sr. of Lutcher, LA, and Elwanda and David Bouregois, Sr. of Marrero, LA. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Greater King Triumph Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 11:00AM at The First Community Antioch Baptist Church, 10860 Hwy. 3125, Lutcher, LA. Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr., officiating. Interment in St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery of Convent, LA. Visitation will be at the above named church from 9:00AM until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: 985-535-6837.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Contributed by Jane Edson

In Convent, LA; on Monday, March 15, 1954, at 3:30 o'clock p.m., ALCIDE M. LOUQUE, husband of the late Alice Miller; father of Mrs. Wilson Louque Sr., Mrs. Stanley Kliebert, Mrs. Clifford Poche, Mrs. Juste Lambert, Elmore, Ourein and Wilfred Louque; also survived by 17 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; aged 89 years; a native of Grand Point, LA, and a resident of Convent, LA for 40 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 Wednesday, March 17, 1954 at 9 o'clock a.m. followed by religious services at St. Michael church, Convent, LA at 9:30 o'clock a.m. Interment in St. Michael cemetery.
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Elmire Louque died Wednesday, March 9, 1994, at 5:25 p.m. at St. James Parish Hospital, Lutcher. She was a native of Convent, a former longtime resident of Baton Rouge and resident of Lutcher three years. Visiting was held at Alexander Funeral Hone, 2208 Jefferson Highway, Lutcher, 6 to 10 p.m. Friday. Visiting at the funeral home, 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Mass of Christian burial at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, conducted by Father Mario Rizzuto. Interment in church cemetery. Survived by three stepdaughters, Virginia Hinton, Lake Charles, Dorothy Toups, Kenner, and Symbol Ordeneaux, Sugarland, Texas; two stepsons, Wilson Louque Jr. and J.P. Louque, both of Baton Rouge; a sister, Lucy Kliebert, Convent; a brother, Wilfred Louque, Grand Point; 12 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and 14 great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, Wilson Louque Sr.; two brothers Elmore and Ourien Louque; and two sisters, Maria Poche and Alicia Lambert. She was a member of Court of St. Charles Catholic Daughters of the Americas.
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Eula Mae "Mitsy" Louque passed away Friday, Oct. 9, 2010. She was 74, a native of Hester and a resident of Lutcher. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred J. Louque Sr. and Melodia Roussel Louque; brothers, Whitley "Whit" Louque, Hubert "Krot" Louque, Hilton "Buck" Louque and Alfred "Peck" Louque; and sister, Joyce Olivier. She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Ferdinand "Knox" Louque, Marguerite "Git" Roussel, Raymond "Pieyas" Louque, Louisa "Gal" Troxclair, Melvin "Cacoon" Louquet, Melodia "Mickey" Ory, Robert "Bobby" Louque and Elizabeth "Betty" Scott. "Mitsy" was also survived by numerous loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral Mass on Monday, Oct. 11, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulina. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time. Interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent. Alexander Funeral Home of Lutcher is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be offered online at www.hcalexanderfh.com.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on October 10, 2010

Ferdinand "Knox" Louque passed away on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at the age of 95. He is the loving husband of the late Helen "Noone" Martin Louque. He is survived by his children; Myrna Cox(John), Glenda Abreo(William), Sheilah Schexnayder(the late James).He also leaves behind 9 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. Brother of Raymond "Pieyas" Louque, Robert Louque, Marguerite "Git" Roussel, Louise "Gal" Troxclair, Melodia "Mickey" Ory, and Elizabeth "Betty" Scott. He is preceded in death by his parents Alfred Louque Sr. and Melodia Roussel Louque, his brother Whitley"Whit", Hubert "Karot", Hilton "Buck", Alfred Jr."Peck", Melvin "Cacoon"; his sisters, Mary Mae Louque, Eula Mae "Mitzy" Louque, and Joyce L. Olivier. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 6476 Hwy44 Convent, LA, on Monday, March 4, 2013 beginning at 9:00 AM till 11:45AM followed by a Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Internment will take place at St. Michael's Mausoleum. Arrangements under the direction of H.C. Alexander Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed at www.hcalexanderfh.com
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Saturday, March 2, 2013
Contributed by Jane Edson

Glenn M. Louque, age 58, passed away on October 1, 2013. He was a native and resident of Hester, LA. SURVIVED BY Sharon K. Louque, Spouse; Kerry P. Louque, Son; Bonnie Duhon, Daughter; Leanne Millet, Daughter; Alfred "Lucky" Louque, Robin Louque, and Joey Louque, Brothers; Sally Louque Roussel, Sister Grace, Noah, Cooper, Dani, Kerianne "Tinky", and Ava Mae; Grandchildren PRECEDED IN DEATH BY Alfred and Katherine Cox Louque, Parents. Visitation will be on Thursday, October 3, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Rose Lynn Funeral Home, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA. Visitation will resume on Friday, October 4, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Convent. Burial will follow in church cemetery. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES is in charge of the arrangements. www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from October 3 to October 4, 2013

CONVENT - Helen "Noone" Martin Louque, 90, a resident of Convent, died March 18. She was the wife of Ferdinand "Knox" Louque. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law Myrna and John Cox, Glenda and William Abreo and Sheilah and James Schexnayder. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents Camille and Berth Martin and siblings Mildred De Laneuville, Arthur, Ignace, Wilfred, Ferdnand, Gaston and Francis. Services were held March 21 at H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, with interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Convent.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Contributed by Jane Edson

She was baptized 9 Mar 1833 at St John the Baptist Church, Edgard, LA, Baptism Register 5, p 134. Listed as Marie Elodie Perilloux, daughter of Louis Perilloux Sr and Marie Magdeleine Perilloux.

Married on 5 Feb 1851 at St John the Baptist Church in Edgard, Louisiana, to Theophile Louis Louque, son of Joseph Louque and Delphine Roussell. She is listed as Marie Elodie Perilloux, daughter of Louis Perilloux Sr and Marie Magdeleine Perilloux.

Her funeral was 25 Apr 1866 and is in the Funeral Register of St Michael Church, Convent, LA, Register 22, p 18. She is Listed as Korine Perriloux, age 33 years, spouse of Theophile Louques. Date of death not given.

Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Melvin "Caccoon" Cyril Louque Sr., 79, passed away Monday, Jan. 24, 2011, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. He was a native and resident of Hester. He is survived by his wife, Janet S. Louque; and children, Melvin C. "Boogie" Louque, Cindy L. Nosacka (Steve), Kent J. Louque (Joan Hebert), Timmy Louque and Mollie L. Arceneaux (Jeff). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Kristy L. Delaune (Ernie), Jesse C. Louque (Sheri), Dodi L. Falcon (Jude), S. Alan Nosacka (Denise), Allison H. Nosacka, Brian T. Nosacka (Meagan), Ryan P. Nosacka, Michael L. Nosacka, Daniel J. Nosacka, Brandi L. Louque (Matt), Bridget L. Matherne (Kayne), Brooke M. Louque, Julie M. Louque, Luke E. Arceneaux, Lindsey E. Arceneaux, and Laynie E. Arceneaux; great-grandchildren, Steven Nosacka, Nathan Nosacka, Austin Louque, Abigail Louque, Emily Louque, Cullen Delaune and Trey Matherne; siblings, Ferdinand "Knox" Louque, Marguerite "Git" Roussel, Raymond "Pieyas" Louque, Louisa "Gal" Troxclair, Melodia "Mickey" Ory, Robert "Bobby" Louque and Elizabeth "Betty" Scott. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred Louque Sr. and Melodia Roussel Louque; siblings, Whitley, Mary Mae, Hubert, Hilton, Alfred, and Eula Louque and Joyce Olivier; and daughter-in-law, Wanda S. Louque. Rose Lynn Funeral Home, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, in charge of arrangements. Visitation at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Entombment in the church cemetery. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.
Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA

LOUQUE - On Tuesday, October 9, 1934, at 9:10 o'clock a.m. Nicholas Louque, beloved husband of Ethel Lasseigne, father of Nicholas, Jr., Whitney A. and Rosemary Louque, Mrs. Eugne Bourgeois, brother of Septime, Aramis, Horace, Roger, Fernand and Rene Louque, Mrs. Anna Bourgeois and Mrs. Phelonise Callier; also survive by one grandchild; aged 45 years, a native of St. James, La. Deceased resided in Braithwaite, La. Remains will be forwarded to Convent, La., on Wednesday October 10, 1934, at 1 o'clock p.m., from the funeral home of Lamana-Panna-Fallo, Inc., 625 N. Rampart street, near the Municipal Auditorium. Services at St. Mitchell (sic) Catholic church. Interment Convent, La., cemetery.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Wednesday, October 10, 1934, p. 2

Robert Martin Louque, Jr. passed away on January 3, 2017 surrounded by family and friends after a long courageous battle with Rhabdomyosarcoma cancer. He was 39 and a native of Grand Point, LA. He lived in New Orleans for several years and then in Convent, LA. Robbie is survived by his loving mother, Kathryn Kliebert Hendricks and step father, Wade Hendricks; father, Robert (Marty) Louque, Sr.; sisters, Tammy Ockman Wisinger and Christina Louque; nephews, Cory Dusang, Jon Chabaud, and Joseph Chabaud; nieces, Kaylie Wisinger and Faith Wisinger; great nephew, Xavier Dusang, and Daisy his fur baby companion. He is preceded in death by Rita and Sidney Kliebert of Convent (maternal grandparents) and Jeanne and Kearney Louque, Sr. of Grand Point (paternal grandparents) and his beloved dog, Simba. Robert was a graduate of Lutcher High School, Nicholls State University, and Loyola University of New Orleans College of Law and worked as a public defense lawyer in Orleans and Lafourche Parishes. Friends describe him as an amazing, caring, loyal friend who was selfless, sarcastic, witty, compassionate, honest, and the most humble person you would ever meet. He was truly a beautiful soul and a blessing to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed by many. A visitation in Robert's honor will be at Rose Lynn Funeral Home , 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA on Friday, January 6, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent, LA from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time at 12:00 p.m. Interment will be in St. Michael's Mausoleum in Convent, LA. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES is in charge of the arrangements.
Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA

Virginia (Ginnie) Price Louque, age 87, passed away on her birthday, September 29, 2010. She was a native of Diamond, Iowa and a resident of Hester, LA. Ginnie was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, and friend. She was the postmaster at the Hester Post Office for many years and really loved her job. I know she would love to give a "shout out" to her friend and "adopted daughter" Beverly Roussel for all she has done while she worked for Ginnie and after their retirement. She will be missed by all who loved her. Survived By William Gary Louque, Son; Reida Lorraine Madere, Daughter; Dorothy Mae Gettys, Sister; Three, Grandchildren; A host of nieces and nephews. Preceded in Death By Hubert Joseph Louque, Spouse; William and Ester Stark Price, Parents; Mildred Dalrymple and Marjorie Jean Thick, Sisters.
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Virginia (Ginnie) Price Louque, age 87, passed away on her birthday, September 29, 2010. She was a native of Diamond, Iowa and a resident of Hester, LA. She is survived by her son, William Gary Louque; her daughter, Reida Lorraine Madere; her sister, Dorothy Mae Gettys and 3 grandchildren as well as a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Joseph Louque; her parents, William and Ester Stark Price; 2 sisters: Mildred Dalrymple and Marjorie Jean Thick. Visitation will be at Rose Lynn Funeral Home Chapel, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA, on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. followed by religious services. Entombment in St. Michael's Cemetery. Convent, LA. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES is in charge of the arrangements. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, October 1, 2010
Contributed by Jane Edson

Gary "Pa Roo" Anthony Lousteau, a native of Lutcher and a resident of Convent, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the age of 69. Gary was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was known to his grandchildren as "Pa Roo" and to everyone else as "Rooster." Gary never knew a stranger and he always had a smile on his face. Gary would effortlessly light up any room he walked into. He was employed at Gramercy Sugar Refinery for 48 years as a boiler operator. Gary was a devoted member of the Union-Convent Volunteer Fire Department for 38 years and served as secretary and treasurer for 30 of those years. Anyone who knew "Rooster" knew he was an avid Alabama football fan who looked forward to gamedays with his girls. He will always be remembered, Roll Tide! He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Bonita Nassar Lousteau; his children, Jennifer Keller (Daniel), Rachael Laiche (Arthur), Allison Ritchie (Archie), and Katie Ockmond (Joseph); his grandchildren, Caroline and Zachary Keller, Austin, Alexis and Gracie Laiche, Eli and Peyton Ritchie, and Gunnar and Remy Ockmond; and his brother, Onell Lousteau, Jr. He is preceded in death by his parents, Onell and Norma Lousteau; and his siblings, Rhys Paul Lousteau and Nana Lousteau Delatte. A visitation will be held on Monday, February 1, 2021 at Rose Lynn Funeral Services from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM and will continue on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 AM at St. Michael Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the doctors and staff of Our Lady of the Lake Ascension for their excellent care and compassion. Rose Lynn Funeral Services has been entrusted with handling his arrangements.
Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA

At Hotel Dieu on Thursday, July 5, 1934, Noelie Godbery, wife of the late Willy Malarcher, mother of Mrs. F. W. Madere, Mrs. W. B. Campbell, Sister Magdelein Sofia and J. W. Malarcher. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the services from the funeral home of Albert E. Briede & Son, Inc., 1160 Camp street, on Friday, July 6, 1934, at 10 a.m. followed by services at St. Theresa church. Remains will be forwarded to Convent, La., for interment in St. Michael Cemetery.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Friday, July 6, 1934, p. 2

Death notice in The Times-Picayune of 6 Aug 1951, p 2. Notes the death of Aurellia Michel, widow of Maurice Martin, on Sunday 5 Aug 1951, at age 92 years. Mother of Mrs Louis Matherne, Jacob, Paul and Sigur Martin. She was a native of St James Parish, LA, and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, for the past 9 years. Interment in St Michael's Cemetery, Convent, LA.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Gun Falls from Closet, Discharges, Kills Former Belmont Postmaster
(Special to The Times-Picayune) Belmont, La., Nov. 9 - a 46-year-old former postmaster at Belmont, St. James Parish, was killed early today when a shotgun fell from a closet and accidentally discharged while she was cleaning the bathroom of her home her. Dr. A. J. Nobile, parish coroner, said the woman, Mrs. Gaston Martin, died of a gunshot wound of the back of the head. He said death apparently was instantaneous. Mrs. Martin, according to Dr. Nobile, was found dead shortly after 8 a.m. when her husband returned from mass with three of their children, Renie Mae, Janet and Jerome. The fourth child, Phyllis, 3, was home at the time of the accident. The child, who was in the bathroom with her mother but escaped injury, ran from house into the arms of her father who was just entering the gate leading to their home. "Come quick, daddy, " she pleaded, "mama is lying on the floor in the bathroom and won't speak to me." Mr. Martin told Dr. Nobile he did not know the gun was loaded. He said he had lent it to a friend to hunt squirrels a week ago and placed it in the closet without inspecting it when it was returned. The coroner said the weapon, a double-barreled hammerless type gun, fell to the floor when Mrs. Martin opened the closet door. He said she was struck by the full charge of the birdshot.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Monday, November 10, 1947, p. 1

Death notice in The Times-Picayune of 23 Aug 1924, p 2. Notes the death of Emile J. Martin on Friday 22 Aug 1924 at age 25 years. He died at the home of his cousin, Arthur Martin, 1619 North Broad St, New Orleans. He was the son of Aurelia Michel and the late Maurice Martin. His siblings are listed as Sigur, Paul and Jacob Martin and Mrs Louis Matherne. He was a native of St James Parish, LA, and a resident of New Orleans for the past 6 years. Interment in St Michael Church Cemetery, Convent, LA.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Fernand (Jim) Martin, on Monday, July 29, 1991 at Riverland health Care Center, Lutcher, LA at 1:00 AM. Husband of the late Nary Matherne Martin. Father of Geraldine (Deany) Duhe of Hester, LA, Dale M. Martin, of Kenner, LA and the late Eldridge J. Martin. Brother of Helen M. Louque, Mildred M. Delaneuville and the late Arthur, Ignace, Wilfred, Gaston and Francis Martin. Son of the late Cammille and Bertha Roussel Martin. Grandfather of Dena D Deslatte, Ross, Jude and Brad Duhe, Wendy M. Matherne, Carey, Bonnie and Christine M. Martin. Great-granfather of Meggie and Nicole Martin and Maci Matherne. Age 83 years. A native of Grandpoint, LA and a longtime resident of Hester, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral servies from the Alexander Funeral Home, 2208 Jefferson Hwy., Lutcher, LA on Wednesday, July 31, 1991 at 10:00 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, LA at 10:30 AM. Entombement St. Michael Mausoleum. Visitation on Tuesday from 6PM until 10PM and Wednesday from 8AM until 10AM.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Tuesday, July 30, 1991, p. 25

Lists parents as Camille and Bertha Roussel Martin; Siblings Mrs Pelham Delauneville, Arthur, Ignace, Wilfred, Gaston, Ferdinand, and Helen Martin. A native of St James Parish, Louisiana
Extracted from New Orleans States, New Orleans, Louisiana; Wednesday, October 9, 1935; Page 2
Contributed by Mary Agnes Hammett

A native of Hester, she died Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at 2:15 p.m. at Twin Oaks Nursing Home, LaPlace. She was 92 and had been a resident of Hester. She was the beloved wife of the late Ignace "Yace" Martin. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pierre and Marie M. Poche; and eight brothers and sisters. Relatives and friends of the family, also the caring staff of Twin Oaks Nursing Home and St. Joseph Hospice are invited to attend the funeral Mass at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 6476 La. 44, Convent, at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 2. Visitation at the church on Saturday from 11 a.m. until service. Entombment in St. Michael's Mausoleum.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Friday, April 1, 2005, Page: 6 B

Nary Matherne Martin, on Tuesday, July 31, 1979, wife of Fernand Martin of Hester, La.; brother of Eldridge Martin of Paulina, La., Mrs. Leionel (Geraldine) Duhe and Dale Martin both of Hester, La.; sister of Myrtle Roussel of Hester, La., Mabel Accardo of Gramercy, La.; Milton Matherne of Gray, La.; age 67 years, a a native of Lutcher, La. and a resident of Hester, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the Alexander Funeral Home, 167 Jefferson hiway, on Thursday, August 2, 1979 at 10:00 o'clock a.m. Religious services at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent, La. Entombment in Church mausoleum. Friends may call on Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Wednesday, August 1, 1979, p. 14

MATHER, George (II), planter, Born, New Orleans, 1783; son of James Mather (q.v.) and Frances Sophia Mather. Education, unknown, but literate. Married, June 21, 1809, at St. John the Baptist Church, Edgard, La., Josephine Francoise Aurore Trudeau (1786-1874), daughter of Zenon Trudeau (q.v.) and Eulalie Delassize. Children: Jacques (b. 1811); Josephine Francoise Ann Mather (b. ca. 1812), married Augustin Marius Tureaud; George Zenon Mather (1814-1858), married Josephine Aurore Trudeau (a cousin); James Valery (1817-1842), married Mary Scallan; Alexander (1819-1848); Charles (b. 1820), married Louisa Walsh; Louis Joseph (1823-1902), married (1) Mary Pierce, and (2) Mary Elizabeth Lyons; Louisa (1827-1871), married John Samuel Willis (q.v.). In 1815, then a resident of East Baton Rouge Parish, purchased Belle Alliance Plantation (St. James Parish), to which he added additional lands between 1815 and 1837. Owned property in East Baton Rouge Parish and inherited property from bachelor uncle, George Mather (the elder) at Bayou Sara. Appointed clerk, Seventh District, Superior Court, Territory of Orleans, April 10, 1811. Member of Perfect Union Lodge #29, New Orleans. In 1810, Philip Hicky (q.v.) and Mather became involved through their lodge affiliation in premature attempt to overthrow Spanish dominion at Baton Rouge; part of the movement that brought the West Florida parishes into the Territory of Orleans. Catholic. Died, Belle Alliance Plantation, May 26, 1837; interred St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent, La.
Dictionary of Louisiana Biography (Louisiana Historical Association (lahistory.org)

MATHER, George (II), planter, Born, New Orleans, 1783; son of James Mather (q.v.) and Frances Sophia Mather. Education, unknown, but literate. Married, June 21, 1809, at St. John the Baptist Church, Edgard, La., Josephine Francoise Aurore Trudeau (1786-1874), daughter of Zenon Trudeau (q.v.) and Eulalie Delassize. Children: Jacques (b. 1811); Josephine Francoise Ann Mather (b. ca. 1812), married Augustin Marius Tureaud; George Zenon Mather (1814-1858), married Josephine Aurore Trudeau (a cousin); James Valery (1817-1842), married Mary Scallan; Alexander (1819-1848); Charles (b. 1820), married Louisa Walsh; Louis Joseph (1823-1902), married (1) Mary Pierce, and (2) Mary Elizabeth Lyons; Louisa (1827-1871), married John Samuel Willis (q.v.). In 1815, then a resident of East Baton Rouge Parish, purchased Belle Alliance Plantation (St. James Parish), to which he added additional lands between 1815 and 1837. Owned property in East Baton Rouge Parish and inherited property from bachelor uncle, George Mather (the elder) at Bayou Sara. Appointed clerk, Seventh District, Superior Court, Territory of Orleans, April 10, 1811. Member of Perfect Union Lodge #29, New Orleans. In 1810, Philip Hicky (q.v.) and Mather became involved through their lodge affiliation in premature attempt to overthrow Spanish dominion at Baton Rouge; part of the movement that brought the West Florida parishes into the Territory of Orleans. Catholic. Died, Belle Alliance Plantation, May 26, 1837; interred St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent, La.
Dictionary of Louisiana Biography (Louisiana Historical Association (lahistory.org)

Mr. Eugene Matherne, one of the old and respectable citizens of the parish of St James, died Wednesday, April 16, at the age of 69. [Note: He was the son of Noel Matherne and Charlotte Edelmeyer]
Le Meschacebe, Lucy, LA; 26 Apr 1873, page 2.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Died at 7:40 p.m. Wednesday, in New Orleans. Age 72. A resident of Hester. She was a native of St. James Parish. Was the widow of the late Esteve Matherne Jr. Survived by one son, Milton Matherne of Houma; a foster son, Andrew Roussell of Hester; three daughters, Mrs. Mabel Accardo of Gramercy, and Mrs. Myrtle Roussel and Mrs. May Martin, both of Hester; 10 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. The body will be at the Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher until 9 a.m. Friday. Religious rites at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent at 9:30 a.m, conducted by the Rev. Robert Morin. Burial in St. Michael Cemetery.
Baton Rouge Advocate, LA; Friday, September 25, 1959, p. 4

Died at 7:40 p.m. Wednesday, in New Orleans. Age 72. A resident of Hester. She was a native of St. James Parish. Was the widow of the late Esteve Matherne Jr. Survived by one son, Milton Matherne of Houma; a foster son, Andrew Roussell of Hester; three daughters, Mrs. Mabel Accardo of Gramercy, and Mrs. Myrtle Roussel and Mrs. May Martin, both of Hester; 10 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. The body will be at the Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher until 9 a.m. Friday. Religious rites at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent at 9:30 a.m, conducted by the Rev. Robert Morin. Burial in St. Michael Cemetery.
Unknown newspaper clipping

Anne Marguerite Huber [ Christopher and Anne Barbe Rauchen], native of St. Charles Parish, La., married Jean Materne, May 28 1748 [SCB, B1, 50] Volume 1, page 130 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records

Jean Materne, i. March 7, 1751 [ SCB, B1, 63] Volume 2, p. 200 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records

Marguerite, widow of Jean Materne, married Jean Rommel, Aug. 8, 1752 [SCB, B1, 69] Volume 2,p. 151 Archdiocese of New Orleans Sacramental Records.

Anne Marguerite Huber age 100, widow of Jean Rome, buried March 14, 1822 [SMI-8,47] Volume 4, p. 434 Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records.
Contributed by Bobbie Hymel Wade

A native of Convent, she died at 8:49 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at her home in Lutcher. She was 85. Visiting at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, La. 3125, Lutcher, on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. until religious service at noon, conducted by the Rev. Ferdinand Gaines Jr. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery in Convent. Survived by four daughters, Shelia, Janice and Karen Matthews, and Regina and husband Ronald Delay; two sons, Morris Matthews Jr. and Joseph Wallace Jr. and wife Audrey; a brother, James Washington; 20 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Edward Sr. and Rosie Gaudet Washington; her husband, Morris Matthews Sr.; a son, Ernest Woodland; and three daughters, Delores Matthews, Victoria Jackson and Dorothy Cooper. Professional services by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home of Donaldsonville.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Friday, May 15, 2009

Death of Mrs. Leo Melancon
After a lingering illness, extending over a period of several Months, Mrs. Leo Melancon, Nee Adine Bourgeois, died at the Charity Hospital in New Orleans last Sunday at 11:30 o'clock p.m. The remains were brought to Convent, in the parish of St. James, last Monday afternoon via the Y. & M. V. Railroad, and laid to rest in the family tomb in St. Michael's cemetery after funeral services in St. Maichael Catholic church. A large number of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the remains to their last resting place. Deceased was the wife of Leo Melancon, a former citizen of this parish and resident of Darrow. For many years Mr. Melacon held the position of justice of the peace of the fifth ward of the parish, and resigned that position about two years ago when he removed to Reserve where he is employed as sugar boiler for the Godchaux interests. Deceased was a peious waman, with a gentle disposition and was highly esteemed by all who knew her. Besides her grief-stricken husband, she is survived by five sons: Albert, George, Elmo, Eli and Leo; two daughtes: Mrs. H. J. Many, of Belle Helene, and Lydie Melancon; one brother, F. J. Bourgeois, and one sister, Mrs. J. A. Landry, both of New Orleans, and two half-sisters and one half-brother, namely: Miss Rita Bourgeois, of New Orleans, Miss Corine Bourgeois of Flint, Mich., and Henry L. Bourgeois of Denver, Col. The Chief tenders its deepest sympathy to the sorrowing relatives.
Unknown newspaper clipping (probably the Donaldsonville Chief)

Charles Cleveland "King Fish" Melancon, 72 of Baton Rouge, Louisiana went peacefully to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Charles was born April 19, 1948, at Charity Hospital in New Orleans, LA to the late Joseph MacFarland Melancon, Sr. and Lucy B. Coleman Melancon. He was educated in St. James Parish and graduated from Cypress Grove High School in Lutcher, Louisiana on May 23, 1966. He served in the United States Army and retired ranking E7 Sergeant First Class after 20 years. He also retired from the United States Postal Service, Loyola Branch, New Orleans, LA. Charles is survived by his wife, Wilma Dancer Bush, his daughter Trini Marie Melancon, his son, Paul E. Bush and his 10 grandchildren, Thomas Melancon, Torian Shorty, Trinisha Shorty, Tevonne (Breanna) Shorty, Tyreik Melancon, Taishanae Manor, Joseph Manor, Joel Manor, Josiah Manor, and Trinity Manor. Six great-grandchildren, Si'nai, Kaden, Riley, Riyan, Jaden, and Mia. His two brothers, Gregory Paul Melancon, Sr. and Arnold (Debra) Melancon. His sisters-in-law, Mary, Augustine, and Irma Melancon. His brother-in-law, Irving VanCourt, Sr. His aunt, Evangeline "Lula" Ishem. His Godchildren, Troy Melancon and Lionel Felton, Jr. and his devoted cousin Walter Goodwin, Sr. He is preceded in death by his parents and his five brothers and two sisters. Viewing will be held at Hobson Brown Funeral Home 134 Daisy St., Garyville, LA Saturday, March 6, 2021 from 8:00-9:30am (ONLY). A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 6484 Louisiana 44, Convent, LA at 11:00 A.M. Due to CDC (covid19) restriction seating is limited, mask and social distancing are required. 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 Mar. 4 to Mar. 6, 2021.
Contributed by Jane Edson

Mr. Forester Melancon, aged 50 years, a former resident of St James Parish, Louisiana, died Friday evening, 24 Jan 1908, at 6:10 o'clock at the residence of his brother-in-law, Louis Hereford, 4303 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans. He leaves a widow and six children, mother, two sisters and two brothers. Interment will be at Convent, Louisiana, Sunday, 26 Jan 1908, afteer High Mass.
The New Orleans Item (LA), 25 Jan 1908

Percy Bernard Melancon, a former mechanic and truck driver, died Tuesday of cancer at Canon Hospice. He was 50. Mr. Melancon was a lifelong resident of Convent. He was an Army veteran. Survivors include his daughter, Trinekia M. Melancon of New Orleans; and seven brothers, Joseph, Leonard, Roland, Louis, Charles, Gregory and Arnold Melancon. A wake will be held Wednesday at 7 p.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church Hall in Convent. A Mass will be said Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Hobson Brown Funeral Home in Garyville is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Tuesday, September 12, 2000
Contributed by Jane Edson

Roland A. "Bob" Melancon, Sr. on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at St. James Parish Hospital. Son of the late Joseph "Mack" and Lucy B. Coleman Melancon. Father of the late Cheryl Lynn Melancon, Roland A. Melancon, Jr. of Sacramento, CA, Troy A. Melancon, of Gramercy, LA, Chandra (Bernard) Melancon Hayes and Trenell (Stanford, Jr.) Melancon Knockum of Gonzales, LA, Eric (Erin) Melancon of St. James, LA. Former husband of Augustine Scott Melancon. Brother of Charles (Wilma) Melancon of Gonzales, LA, Gregory Melancon of Gramercy, LA, Arnold (Angie)Melancon of Las Vegas, NV, the late Joseph (late Helen) Melancon, the late Leonard "Juggie"(late Mickey) Melancon, the late Louis (Mary Pearl) Melancon, the late Percy (Irma) Melancon, the late Gladys Mae (Clifton) Melancon Charlot, and Bessie (Irving ) Melancon Vancourt. Grandfather of Trenell, Rolando, Sr., Chanthia, Cyriana, Roland, III, Kirsten, Kameron and Kyler. Nephew of Isabella C. Hayes and Evangeline Ishem and the late: Lillian C. Scott, Margret C. Fields, Ceola C. Hayes, Paul Coleman, Ollie M. Goodwin, Helen M. Wilson, Essie M. Jacques, Rita M. Landry, Lillian Melancon, Percy Melancon, and Stanislaus Melancon . Godfather of Bryant Hayes, Jr. and Ladaisha Bolding. Survived by four great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services at St. Michael Catholic Church, River Road, Convent, LA. Visitation and program begins on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial begins at 11 a.m. Interment St. Michael's Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home, Garyville, LA.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Contributed by Jane Edson

Leonard "Juggie" Melancon [Meloncon on stone], a retired master mechanic, died Saturday of a heart attack in Gramercy. He was 65. Mr. Melancon was a lifelong resident of Convent. He was a Marine Corps veteran. He was a recent employee of the St. James Parish department of human resources. He was a member of the Brother's Social Club, the Family Players Traveling Club and the Sunshine Hunting Club. He had been a youth baseball coach. Survivors include his wife, Mickey Dumas Melancon; a son, Tyros Jackson Sr. of Gonzales; six brothers, Joseph Melancon of Carson, Calif., Roland Melancon of Gramercy, Louis Melancon Sr. of Natchitoches, Arnold Melancon of Las Vegas and Charles and Gregory Melancon Sr.; a sister, Bessie Vancourt; and four grandchildren. A Mass will be said Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Convent. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Hobson Brown Funeral Home in Garyville is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Thursday, February 12, 2004
Contributed by Jane Edson

Artemisa [THERIOT], daughter of Pedro [THERIOT] & Anatasia MICHEL, born 23 Jul 1798, baptised 5 Aug 1798. Sponsors Carlos TERRIOT & Scholastica TERRIOT; paternal grandparents Josef TERRIOT & Magdalena BOURGOEIS; maternal grandparents Pedro MICHEL & Maria LEGER. Recorded in St. James Catholic Church, St. James, LA (SJA-3, 170). (Names are spelled variously.)

Florentin MICHEL, major son of Francois MICHEL & Marie Magdelaine LEBLANC, married 2 Feb 1819 to Marguerite Artemise TERRIO, daughter of Pierre TERRIO & Anastasia MICHEL. Witnesses: Francois MICHEL, father of groom; Pierre TERRIO, father of bride; Baptiste CAILLOUET (SMI-2, 64). Marriage date is 9 Feb 1819 on one record (SJA-2, 174), [possibly the earlier is the dispensation of 2nd degree consanguinity--they were first cousins.]

Artemise THERIOT, age 45 years, wife of Forestin MICHEL, was buried 12 Feb 1848 at St. Michael's Catholic Church, St. James Parish, LA(SMI-4, 197).

Contributed by by Karen Theriot Reader

Birth recorded in BR Diocese record, Vol. 3, 1804-1819, Page 632: Marie Melanie (Francois and Carmelite Arcenau) bn. 1 Jan. 1810 bt. 17 May 1810 spo. Laurent Arceneau, mat. grandfather and Marie LeBlanc, spouse Francois Michel (SMI-3,8, and SMI-1,20)

Death date not given; buried Jun. 27, 1812 as recorded in same Diocese vol., page 633: Melanie, age 18 mos. (daughter of Francois) bur. 27 June 1812 (SMI-1, 13a)

Contributed by by Jack Coffee

A native of Garyville and a resident of Convent. She passed away at her residence on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at 2:10 p.m. She was 87. Viewing at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Highway 44, Convent, on Saturday, July 6, 2019 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 her daughters: Dalphine Benn and Marsha Thomas. Her son: Ray Anthony Morgan. Also 21 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: Charles Ricard and Mary Fobb Ricard. Her husband: Joseph Milton. Her daughters: Lillie Mae Mackey, Margarete Smith and Joyce Marie Jones. Her son: Joseph Adam Milton. Her sister: Mary Louise Green and her brother: Dr. Felix Geoge Ricard. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, LA; 2/10/2020

Ernest Mire, the infant son of Prudent Mire and Cora Melancon, died at his parents' home on Riverton plantation Wednesday of last week, the 20th inst., aged 4 years and 6 months. Funeral services were held the following morning at St. Michael's Catholic church, in the parish of St. James, interment being made in the adjacent cemetery.
The Donaldsonville Chief. (Donaldsonville, LA) March 30, 1907
Contributed to the USGenWeb Archives by Mary K. Creamer

Birth year is "guesstimate." Could have been in 1778. Her baptismal date was 10 Jan 1779. See Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 2, 1770-1803, Page 26: Marie Modeste (Josephe & Marie Bergeront [sic]) bt. 10 Jan. 1779, bn. not given, spo. Pierre Arceneaux & Elizabeth Babin (SJA-1,59)

She was married to Banjamin Mire in St. James Parish on Feb. 20, 1798. See Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 2, 1770-1803, Page 26: Maria Modesta (Josef, dec. & Marie Bergeron) m. 20 Feb. 1798, Benjamin Mire (Joaquim & Magdalena Melanson) wit. Juan Bap. Mirre, Simon Richard, Valentin Dositeo Richard (SJA-2,42)

Death/burial source: Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Vol. 5, 1830-1839, Page 24: Marie Modeste, wife of Benjamin Mire, age 52 yrs., bur. 4 Sep. 1830 (SMI-4,87)

Contributed by by Jack Coffee

In Lutcher, La., on Sunday, May 21, 1944, at 3:50 o'clock a.m., Bienvenue Mollere, son of the late A. B. Mollere and Valentine Webre, brother of Alex Mollere, New Sarpy, La.; Mrs. Charles Rone of Lutcher, La. and Mrs. Charles Falgoust of Garyville, La. Also survived by 12 nephews and 10 nieces; age 50 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral, which will take place from the residence at Lutcher, La., on Monday, May 22, 1944, at 5 o'clock p.m. Religious services at St. Joseph's Catholic church, Paulina, La. Interment in St. Michael's cemetery, Convent, La.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Monday, May 22, 1944, p. 2

At Charity hospital, on Wednesday, March 5, 1947, at 12:30 o'clock p.m., Valentine Weber, wife of the late A. B. Mollere, mother of Mrs. Charles Rome, Lutcher, La., Mrs Charles Falgout, Garyville, La., and Alec Mollere of New Sarpy, La.; aged 80 years, a native and resident of St. James parish. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral which will take place from Mrs. Rome's residence, Lutcher, La., Friday, March 7, 1947, at 10 o'clock a.m. Religious services at the St. Joseph Catholic church, Paulina, La. Interment in St. Michael Catholic cemetery, Convent, La. Arrangements by Landry-Ourso funeral home, Donaldsonville, La.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Friday, March 7, 1947, p. 2

DOBR p. 454 Adolphine Ory (Adolph Ory & Celestine Poche) m. 26 Jan 1871 (3rd degree consanquinity) Alceste Montz of St. John Parish (Andre Montz & Lezida Poche) wit. Adolphe Ory; Emile Chenet; Jacques Poche; Palmire Poche; F. Gustave Poche - SMI 18/2

Adolphine was the wife of Alceste Montz. She was interred in St Michael Cemetery, Convent, LA, on 3 July 1883 at an age of 36 years. Her surviving children are Fernand, Arthur, Lucille, Benjamin, Walter, and new born infant George who died July 1883.

Contributed by by Dwayne Montz

In New Orleans, La, on Saturday, August 4, 1956, at 5:15 o'clock a.m., ARTHUR D MONTZ, brother of Ben Montz, son of the late Alces Montz and the late Adolphine Ory, age 63 years, a resident of Gramercy, La. 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, August 6, 1956, at 9 o'clock a.m., followed by religious services at St Joseph's church, Paulina, La. Interment in St Michael Cemetery, Convent, La.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; 5 Aug 1956, p. 14

Margaret Perniciaro Montz on Wednesday February 1, 1989 at St James Parish Hospital, Lutcher, La. at 3:40 AM. Wife of the late Roland Montz Sr; mother of Roland Montz Jr of Gramercy, La. and Marie M Manzullo of Baton Rouge, La. Daughter of the late Lucien Perniciaro and Mary Cicio Perniciaro; Sisteer of Rose Oddo of Rockfort, Ill, Frances Zuvich of New Orleans, La, Vicky Hymel of Hahnville, La. and the late Ralph, Joe, George, and Frank Perniciaro; also survived by 5 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by 1 great grandson Daniel Montz. Age 82 years. A native of Hester, La. and a resident of Gramercy, La. for the past 42 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services from the Alexander Funeral Home 107 Jefferson Highway, Lutcher, La. on Friday February 3, 1989 at 10:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St Michael Catholic Church, Convent, La. at 11 AM. Interment in St Michael Cemetery.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; 2 Feb 1989

Died at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec 17, 1980, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 73 a a lifelong resident of Gramercy. He was a retired carpenter. Visiting at Alexander Funeral Home, 107 Jefferson Highway, Lutcher, from 5 to 11 p.m. Thursday. Religious services at St Michael Catholic Church, Convent, at 10:30 a.m. Friday. Burial in St Michael Cemetery. Survived by his wife Margaret Perniciaro; a daughter, Marie Montz Manzullo, Baton Rouge; a son, Roland J Montz Jr, Gramercy; a brother, Houston Montz; five grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Fernand Montz and Eliza Schexnayder.
The Morning Advocate, Baton Rouge, LA; 18 Dec 1980, p 2-H

At the residence, 1033 St Ferdinand street, on Sunday, August 22, 1937, at 6:55 p.m., WALTER J MONTZ SR, husband of Louise Bourgeois, father of Rita, Mary, Allen, Joseph, Maxime, Theodule and Walter J Montz Jr, Mrs Marks Aucoin and Mrs Lloyd Spink and brother of Ferdinand, Benjamin and Arthur Montz, aged 56 years, a native of Gramercy, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Roosevelt Hotel, Green's Food Store and the Item-Tribune, are invited to attend the services from the funeral home of Albert E Briede & Son, 1160 Camp Street, on Tuesday 24 Aug 1937, at 7:30 o'clock a.m., followed by mass at St Michael's church, Convent, La, at 10 o'clock a.m. Interment St Michael's cemetery, Convent, La.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; 24 Aug 1937, p. 2

Catherine Thomas Morton, a native of Convent and a resident of LaPlace. She passed away peacefully at University Medical Center in New Orleans, on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at the age of 73. A public walk-thru visitation will be held at the Funeral Home, 623 Railroad Avenue, Donaldsonville, on Monday, January 25, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visitation continues on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at the Funeral Home 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., followed by a Private Limited Family Only Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m., Rev. Eric Keller of First Community Antioch B.C., Officiating. Entombment in St. Joseph's Mausoleum, Paulina. Masks Must Be Worn At All Times. Survived by her husband, Alvin Morton. Daughter, Tanny (Isadore) Riley. Her sons, Rodrick Thomas and Izell (Kim) Thomas. Her sisters, Bertha Joseph, Bernadette Coleman, Paulette (Leroy) Washington, Theresa (Charles, Sr.) Washington, Joyce (Alvin) Washington, Kathleen (Chad) Gauthreaux and Diane Honor. Her brothers, Wilbert (Glenda) Diggs, Frank (Alanda) Diggs, Burnell Joseph and Lloyd Ricky Jackson. Sisters-in-law, Joyce Morton, Shelia Morton and Adline and Peggy Jackson. Brothers-in-law, Vernon Morton and Robert (Charlene) Morton. Daughter-in-law, Michele Washington Parnell, 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 4 godchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Earl Thomas and Jeanette Joseph Thomas. A son, Alvin Parnell, Sr. Brothers, James, Alexander and Andrew (Annette) Jackson. Mother-in-law, Olevia Johnson and father-in-law, Noble Morton, Sr. Sisters-in-law, Mary (Freddie) Winfield, Rose and Lisa. Brothers-in-law, Howard, Roger and Nobel Morton, Jr. 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. 24 to Jan. 26, 2021

On Wednesday, January 29, 1964, at 12:02 o'clock a.m. Mrs. Ondine Naquin, wife of the late Louis Naquin, mother of Joseph Naquin of Algiers, La.; Mrs. Enola Rome, Mrs. Eva Scheznayder, Miss Hazel Naquin and Lionel Naquin all of Convent, La., and Mrs. Ethel Vanlandingham of Gramercy, La., also survived by 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; age 88 years; a native of Labadieville, La., and a resident of Convent, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, La., on Thursday, January 30, 1964, at 9:30 o'clock a.m., religious services at St. Michael's Church, Convent, La., at 10 a.m. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent, La.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Thursday, January 30, 1964, section 1, p. 2

Joseph Nassar, Sr., Age 77, Born October 29, 1926 And Died On Thursday, January 15, 2004. A Native Of Lutcher And Resident Of Convent, La. He Was Sheriff Of St. James Parish For Four Years And School Board Member For 29 Years. He Was Dearly Loved By His Children, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Nieces And Nephews. He Was A Community Leader For Most Of His Adult Life. He Loved People And Always Strived To Make Life Better For His Fellow Man. He Did Not Know A Stranger And Had Friends From Every Walk Of Life. He Will Be Missed By All Who Knew And Loved Him And Will Never Be Forgotten. Survived By Daughters And Sons In Law, Gwen Nassar, Jackie And Al Chauvin, And Sons And Daughters In Law, Joseph, Jr. And Jamie Nassar, Michael And Arlene Nassar. Brother: Michael Rosario Nassar. Sisters: Freida Broussard And Antointette Nassar. Grandchildren: Michael Gaudet, Jr., Angela Cowling, Joseph Nassar, Iii, Billy Nassar, Albert Chauvin, Jr., Laurie Chauvin , Michael Nassar, Jr., Mary Baker And Lee Nassar. Great Grandchildren: Ellen Gaudet, Michael Gaudet, Iii, Jacob Gaudet, Kaitlyn Nassar, Blake Nassar, Gabriel Nassar, Nicholas Nassar, Mckenzie Baker, And Anna Cowling. He Will Be Greeted In Heaven By The Love Of His Life, Ellen 'Polly' Martin Nassar, His Parents Namatala And Rosalie Ferrara Nassar, And Brothers Nassar N. Nassar And George Nassar. Visitation Will Be Sunday, January 18, 2004 From 5:00 Pm To 10:00 Pm And Monday, January 19, 2004 From 10:00 Am Until 1:00 Pm At Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, La., Followed By A Mass Of Christian Burial At 2:00 Pm At St. Michael The Archangel Church In Convent, La. And Interment At St. Michael Cemetery, Convent, La. Funeral Home: Rose Lynn Funeral Services (225) 869-0000, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, La. 70071, In Charge Of Arrangements.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; January 18, 2004

Naheem George Nassar, Sr., Retired Drivers' License Examiner, Went To His Eternal Home On August 1, 2001, At 11:20 P.M. At Kenner Regional Medial Center. Born On 5/17/23 In Lutcher., And A Lifelong Resident Of Convent. Visitation At Alexander Funeral Home From 6:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M. Friday, August 3, 2001 And 8:00 A.M. To 10:30 A.M. Saturday Morning. Funeral Mass Will Be Celebrated On Saturday 8/04/01 Morning At 11:00 A.M. At St. Michael Church In Convent. Interment In St. Michael Mausoleum. Survived By Daughters And Sons-In-Law Georgette And Joseph Matassa, Patricia And James A. Melancon, Jr., Bonita And Gary Lousteau. Sons And Daughters-In-Law George Jr., And Greta Nassar And Vernon And Joann Nassar. Sisters Freida Broussard And Antoinette Nassar. Brothers Michael R. Nassar, Sr. And Joseph S. Nassar, Sr., 17 Grandchildren, And Great Grandchildren. Preceded In Death By His Wife Majorie Mabile Nassar, A Son Namatala Nassar, Parents Namatala And Rosalie Nassar, Sister Marie Grace, On Brother Nassar Nassar And A Grandson Garret Paul Matassa. Was A Member Of The American Legion Post #171. Memorial Donations May Be Made To St. Michael Church, P.O. Box 65, Convent. 70723. Services Entrusted To: Alexander Funeral Home 2208 Jefferson Hwy, Lutcher.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; August 2, 2001

Beatrice LeBlanc Nicholas died Thursday, Jan. 26, 2006, at the age of 87. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Hubert T. Nicholas Sr.; daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Elton Rodrigue Sr., Lena and Clarence Becnel, and Doris and Milton Martinez Jr.; sons and daughters-in-law, Hubert Jr. and Linda, and Gene and Irene; daughter-in-law, Leana Nicholas Ockman; sister, Ethel; brothers, Virgia "Jug," Eugene "Pete," Harvey and Clifford; 20 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Visiting at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulina on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 9 a.m. until 10:50 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at the church on Saturday at 11 a.m. Entombment in St. Michael Mausoleum in Convent. Arrangements by Alexander Funeral Home of Lutcher.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on January 27, 2006

A resident of Lutcher, she died at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4, 2007, at St. James Parish Hospital, Lutcher. She was 81 and a native of Wilson. Visiting at King David Baptist Church, King Avenue, Lutcher, on Friday, Feb. 9, from 9:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev Dr. Herbert Gordon. Burial in St. Michael's Cemetery, Convent. Survived by a son, Darryl Nicholas, and his wife, Chriscilda; sister, Ellen Rubystein Thompson; brother, Mitchell C. Nicholas; daughter-in-law, Linda Nicholas; grandchildren, Daress and Jasmine Nicholas, Erica Bergeron and Nakeyta Keller; four great-grandchildren; siser-in-law, Louise Nicholas; and nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Abraham NicholasSr. And Trudy Collins Nicholas; brother, Abraham Nicholas Jr.; son, Eric Nicholas; and sister-in-law, Shirley Nicholas. Arrangement by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville.
Advocate, Baton Rouge, LA; February 8, 2007, p. 17

Clarence Nicholas, Jr., age 62, departed this life on Wednesday, August 29, 2007 in Baton Rouge, La. Son of the late Clarence and Louise Nicholas. Father and father in law of Lynnell (Robert) Ross. Brother of Hilton, Lillian, and Doris Nicholas, Ella Mae Nailor, Angela Williams and Gladys Vancourt. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A native and resident of Convent, La. Pastors, Officers, and Members of Pleasant Hill B.C. Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Friday, September 7, 2007 at 11:00a.m. from the above named church, Hwy 44, Romeville, La., Rev. Virgil Scott, Pastor Officiating. Interment in St. Michael Church Cem. Visitation at the church from 9a.m. until Service Time. Service Entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home, Garyville, La.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Thursday, September 6, 2007

A native and resident of Convent, he died Wednesday, April 18, 2001. He was 93. Visiting at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church from 9 a.m. Saturday until religious services at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Virgil Scott. Interment in St. Micheal Cemetery. Survived by his wife, Louise Nicholas; six daughters, Lillian Nicholas, Angella Williams, Doris Nicholas, Vivian Felton, Gladys Vancourt and Ella Mae Nailor; two sons, Clarence Nicholas Jr. and Hilton Nicholas; 30 grandchildren; and 45 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Virginia and Edmond Nicholas; two daughters, Virginia Nicholas and Augustine Lawson; a sister, Lou Ella Mitchell; and a brother, Fredrick Nicholas. Baloney Funeral Home, Garyville, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Friday, April 20, 2001

A retired furniture store owner and a resident of Lutcher, he died Tuesday, March 21, 2006, in Lutcher. He was 88 and a native of Hahnville. Visiting at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulina, on Friday, March 24, from 8:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Ed Fuss, celebrant. Entombment in St. Michael Catholic Church Mausoleum, Convent. He is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Elton Rodrigue Sr., Lena and Clarence Becnel, and Doris and Milton Martinez Jr.; two sons and daughters-in-law, Hubert Jr. and Linda Nicholas, and Gene and Irene Nicholas; daughter-in-law, Leana Nicholas Ockman; 21 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice Marie Nicholas; son, Murphy Nicholas; and two infant daughters. Arrangements by Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on March 23, 2006

CONVENT - Louise "Momma" Williams Nicholas, 88, a resident of Convent, died Oct. 27. She was the wife of the late Clarence Nicholas and mother of Ella Mae Nailor, Angella Williams, Lillian Nicholas, Doris Nicholas, Gladys Vancourt, Vivian Felton, Clarence Nicholas Jr., Hilton Nicholas and the late Virginia Nicholas and Augustine Lawson. She was the daughter of the late Squire and Angella Williams and sister of Dorothy Walker, Lovenia Warmington and the late Alice Minor, Selena Ross and Jimmy, Knowledge, Morris, Romalice and Squire Williams Jr. She is survived by 41 grandchildren, 61 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Convent, with interment at St. Nicholas Catholic Cemetery, Convent.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on March 23, 2006

NICOLLE - At Convent, La., on Sunday, February 17, 1924, at 7 o'clock a.m. aged 67 years 11 month 27 days, Mrs. Arthur Nicolle, (nee Aline Gauthreaux). Funeral took place at St. Michael Catholic church on Monday, February 18, 1924.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Saturday, February 24, 1924, p. 4 col. 4

NICOLLE - Of 5531 Laurel street, on Friday, August 23, 1935, at 12:55 o'clock a.m. Arthur Nicolle, husband of the late Aline Gauthreaux, father of Louis J., of Covington, La., Robert J., of Baton Rouge, La., Mrs. Philip Olivier and the late Dr. Henry T. Nicolle of Baton Rouge, La., aged 88 years, a native of St. James parish, Louisiana, and a resident of this city for the past 10 years. Funeral took place on Friday, August 23, 1935, at 4:30 o'clock p.m. from the residence at Convent, La. Interment at Convent, La.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Saturday, August 24, 1935, p. 2, col. 8

CONVENT, LA, July 27, -- Edward Nicolle, aged 57 years, died at his plantation home, near Convent. His funeral was held to-day at St. Michael's Cemetery.
Death Notice, The Daily Picayune, New Orleans, LA; 28 Jul 1912, p 7

NICOLLE - In Convent, La., on Thursday, December 30, 1948, at 12:45 o'clock a.m. Miss Justina Nicolle, daughter of the late Tecie Nicolle and Justipa Poirrier, aged 87 years, a native and a resident of Convent, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral which will take place from the residence of Judge Henry L. Himel, Convent, La., on Friday, December 31, 1948, at 10 o'clock a.m. Religious services at St. Michael's church, Convent, La. Interment in St. Michael cemetery. Alexander Funeral Home in charge.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Friday, December 31, 1948, p. 2, col. 7

Amelie "Mel" Mire Nobile, age 101 yrs., passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2011. She was a resident of Gonzales and a native of Central, LA. She was a retired employee of V&M Motors and past choir member at St. Mary Church. Her family would like to thank Azalea Estates, Life Source Hospice, and Ascension Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the loving care of Ms. Mel. Preceded in Death By Felix P. Nobile, Spouse; Ernest and Adine Melancon Mire, Parents; Clovis Mire, Brother; Aline Mire, Laure Mire, Regina M. Hymel, Edith Mire, Lydia Mire Mire, Clothile Mire, and Adela Mire, Sisters
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Sister Juanita Ann Wallace was born in New Orleans, LA on April 14, 1953 to the union of the late Mary Schofield Wallace and Camille Jack Wallace. Growing up in a Christian home, Juanita accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was baptized at an early age by the late Reverend James Gordon of King David Baptist Church. She attended Cypress Grove Elementary and graduated from Lutcher High School in 1971. She continued her education at Grambling State University in Grambling, LA and earned a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education. It was during her tenure at Grambling State University when she pledged in 1973 and became a member of The Audacious Alpha Theta Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. After successfully completing her college education, Juanita was united in marriage to Jessie O'Neal. From that union came Jarvis D. O'Neal and Jared D. O'Neal. She was a dedicated and loving educator in St. James Parish School System. Her career began in August 1976 and ended when she retired in June 2012. She was blessed to serve as an educator for 36 years. She had a passion for serving children with special needs and their families. She was truly blessed with the gift of loving and teaching children. Juanita was persistent in making sure children received all available resources and opportunities that helped them to excel within the school system. With great diligence she accepted her calling of the Holy Spirit and became a member of First Community Antioch Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Ferdinand Gaines, Jr. She proudly served in the capacities of Youth Ministry teacher and Event Planning Coordinator. She would later add Nursing Home Ministry and "The Kitchen Crew" Ministry to her services in the church. She was very committed to her study of God's Word which was shown through her dedicated reading of her daily devotion, weekly attendance at Adult Bible Class, Hour of Prayer and Women's Ministry Meeting. She shared her love of God with her family, friends, and everyone she met. She embodied all attributes of the fruit of the spirit and truly loved God. Juanita had a contagious smile that would bring a warm comfort in any room. She was very wise, peaceful, and always uplifting others. She loved to love on people. She was a walking embodiment of "Knowledge is Power." As a giver and supporter of her family, she was patient and strict with her loved ones, but they all knew it was out of genuine love. In addition to displaying her love of serving God in many capacities; Juanita also loved to serve her others through her God-given talent of writing, especially through poems, several of which were published in Jet and Essence magazines. Other ways she displayed her love of serving were being a seamstress, coupon saver, and shopper for others. She was a dedicated mother first and foremost. She treasured her children and embraced every moment with them. Those moments became even more special when she became a grandmother and was affectionally called "Ann Momo". She was known to her nieces and nephews as "Tee Ann" and "Mrs. Juanita" to many others but she always displayed the characteristics of a loving mother to every one of them. She leaves to cherish her beloved memories: two sons, Jarvis O'Neal and Jared (Lyncoln) O'Neal Sr.; grandchildren, Jared Jr., Jayce, and Jaide; sister, Audrey Mae (Earl) White; nieces, Charmaine White, Kimberly (Sampson) Duplessis, Normetric, Bry'an, and China Storks, Darri'Yonne Anderson, Keisha White (Alberto) Mosqueda, Atlantis (Adetoyese) Adedipe, and De'Juene Turner; nephews, Terence (Marvis) White Sr., Terence (Ebony) White Jr., Jyron White, Jydell White, Austyn Williams and Darrington Anderson; eight great-great nephews; two great-great nieces; devoted caregivers, Tessa Turner and Brenda Davis; a devoted cousin, Joe Long; caring neighbors, Wallace and Kathleen Isom; devoted friends, Yvonne Stewart, Debora Gaines, Yvette Muse, Robin Rapheal, Yvonne Williams, Yvette Alexis, and Shirley B. Smith; F.C.A.B.C. Family, host of relatives and friends. Juanita was preceded in death by her parents Mary Schofield Wallace and Camille Jack Wallace; sister, Jacquelyn W. Storks; brother-in-law, Norman A. Storks; nephews, Norman A. Storks, Jr. and Derrick D. Storks. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life on Friday, January 22, 2021 at Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E Airline Hwy, Gramercy, LA 70052. Visitation will begin at 10am. Service will begin at 12pm. Interment to follow at St. Michael Catholic Church Cemetery in Convent, LA.
Treasures of Life Center, Gramercy, LA

ANOR, Vol. 5, p. 291: Catherine Ory [twin] (Jean & Eva Ocman) b. 1 Nov 1794 bn. 23 Oct 1794, spo. Antonio Ory & Catharina Quatrovint - SJBED B2/10

DBRR, Vol. 3, p. 670 & 1826 - p. 670: Catherine Ory (Jean & Eve Offeteman, decd.) m. 14 May 1811, Francois Tircuit (Francois, decd. & Barbe Bourgeois) wit: Pierre Shesnet; Alexandre Chadue; Christophe Roussel; Jean Bapt. Orry, father of the bride - SJA 2/125

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Mrs. Felicien Ory, nee Eve Vegas, died at her home near Convent, Louisiana, on Monday 16 Mar 1914 at age 53 years. Wife of Felicien Ory and mother of Mrs F Foret, Mrs A L Labeche, Tilday, Agnes, Albin, Vincent, Bernard, John and Earl Ory. A lifelong resident of St James Parish, Louisiana. Services were 19 Mar 1914 at St Michael Church, Convent, with interment in St Michael Cemetery.
The Daily Picayune, New Orleans, LA; 20 Mar 1914

ANOR, Vol 3, p. 228 - Jean Baptiste ORY (son of Nicolas ORY, deceased, and Anne STRASBACH), native of Frideric Canty (sic), province of America, married Eve HOFFMAN, Jan. 30, 1781, w. Mathias ORY, Christophre AYSIKER, Michel KAMER (SJBED M1/15)

DBRR, Vol. 2, p. 572 & 699 - p. 572: Juan Ory, widower of Eva Ockman (parents not given) m. 24 Oct 1797, Barbara Tircuit (Francesco Tiercuit & Barbe Bourgeois) - ACS 2/76

DBRR, Vol. 3, p. 670 - Jean Ory, age 56 yrs., bur. 11 Nov 1812 - SMI 1/14a also SMI 8/12

Jean Baptiste was first married in 1781 at St. John the Baptist Church in Edgard, to Eve HOFFMAN, who died in 1795 at St. James. His sceond wife was Barbara TIRCUIT, whom he married at Ascension Church in 1797
1775 Will of Nicolas Ory by Judy Riffel in La Raconteur, Vol. XIII, Nos. 3, 4, Dec. 1993, p. 144 footnote
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Died 4:03 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 1993, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge. He was 77, a native and resident of Convent. He was a retired farmer, founder and president of Model Farm Company in Convent and a former Sexton of St. Michael's Cemetery in Convent. Visiting at Alexander Funeral Home, 2208 Jefferson Hwy., Lutcher, 8 to 10:30 a.m. Monday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Convent, at 11 a.m. Monday, conducted by Father Joseph Hurtuk. Entombment in St. Michael's Mausoleum. Survived by wife, Rita Mae Guidry Ory, Convent; two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol Jean and J.B. Kleibert, Convent, and Patricia O. and Raymond Ledet Jr., Gonzales; a son and daughter-in-law, John Jr., and Marie B. Ory, Convent; nine grandchildren, Deanna, Michael and William Ledet, Gonzales, Jennifer, Trish and Michelle Ory, Convent, and Johnny Kleibert, Convent; Caryn K. Allen, Jefferson and Claudia K. Frederic, Paulina; two grandsons-in-law, Christopher Frederick and Dr. John Allen; two sisters, Melanie O. Roussel, Gramercy, and Rita Wisniseski, Convent; Preceded in death by parents, Vincent P. and Claudia R. Ory; a brother, Vincent P. Ory Jr.; and He was a past director of St. James Parish Farm Bureau.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - October 18, 1993

DOBR p. 518: Joseph ORY (Felician ORY & Eva VEGAS) bn. 23 Dec 1899, bt. 7 Jan 1900, spo. John Vegas & Annette Ory (SMI 16,69)

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His obituary published in The Times-Picayune, 7 Jan 1939, p 2, lists his age as 60 years and his grave marker has his year of birth as 1879. However, his baptismal record apparently has his birth as 1 Oct 1877. He died at his residence in Braithwaite, LA, on Thursday, 5 Jan 1939. His wife was the late Adela Guidry. They were married in Garyville, LA, on 27 Jan 1910. Adela was the adopted daughter of Mr and Mrs William Clement. Prudent was the son of Odile Decareaux and Prudent Adam Ory Sr, and the brother of Mrs Joseph Schexnayder, Mrs Justilian Duhe, and Dennis Ory. He was a native of St John the Baptist Parish, LA. Interment was in St Michael Cemetery, Convent, LA.
Contributed by Dwayne Montz

Rita Mae Guidry Ory, of Convent, died Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at age 87. A native of Lutcher, she was born April 7, 1921, and was the wife of the late John Ory Sr. for 52 years. She was the daughter of the late Louis Guidry and Georgine Pollet Guidry. She is survived by three children and their spouses, Carol O. and J.B. Kliebert and John Jr. and Marie Boudreaux Ory, all of Convent, and Patricia O. and Raymond Ledet Jr., of Gonzales. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, Claudia K. and husband Christopher Frederic, of Lutcher, Caryn K. and husband Dr. John Allen, of Jonesboro, Ark., John Kliebert and wife Shelby Verbois Kliebert, of Paulina, Jennifer O. and husband Kyle Bush, Trish O. and husband Cory Forsyth, and Michelle O. and husband Jeffrey Lambert, all of Convent, Deanna L. and husband Louis Saab II, of Baton Rouge, and Michael and William Ledet, of Gonzales, 13 great-grandchildren, Matthew and Melanie Frederic, all of Lutcher, Mason, Emily and Reed Allen, all of Jonesboro, Kate and John Austin Kliebert, both of Paulina, Dayton Bush, and Breleigh, Ory and Ty Forsyth, all of Convent, and Mallorie and Nathan Lambert, both of Convent. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Agnes Guidry, Reynolds "Frere" Guidry, Gladys G. Arceneaux, Lewis "Nookie" Guidry, Alden "Toot" Guidry and Evelyn G. Millet. Visitation will be at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, on Friday, Jan. 30, from 8:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m., with the Rev. Frank Uter, celebrant. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Special thanks to Drs. Carl, Randall, and Jerry Poche, Dr. K. Mathew, Drs. Patton, Fields and Spell at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Baton Rouge, the nursing staff at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Amedisys Home Health and Hospice and special caretaker, Linda Bourgeois. She was a member of St. Michael Altar Society. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Attn: Office of Development, 4950 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 or St. Michael Church Restoration Fund, P.O. Box 129, Paulina, LA 70763. The family invites you to share your thoughts and fond memories in the guestbook at www.mem.com. Arrangements by Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from January 29 to January 30, 2009

DBRR, Vol. 17, p. 468 - Marie Vincent Ory (Felix Ory & Marie Eve Vegas) bn. 14 Jun 1888 bt. 4 Jul 1888 spo. Fernand Leve & Marie Ory - SMI 14/112
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Mr. Alphonse Oubre died on March 13 at 6 p.m. of a chest disease, and his remains were transported to the St. Michel cemetery in St. James, his native parish. The name of the deceased was found frequently in our civil unrest. Butcher in St. James before the war, he enlisted in the Confederate army from where he returned on vacation during the occupation of Louisiana by federal troops. He refrained from joining his army corps, which made him considered a traitor to the Confederacy and loyal to the Union. He was the first, if we are not mistaken, to accept a job under the new regime and quickly made a leap that scared the public conscience much more than it does today. He fulfilled the functions of sheriff, collector, justice of the peace, and finally clerk. Of the three members of this famous triumvirate for the registration of reconstruction laws, two have disappeared, Robert B. Carson and Alphonse Oubre. Only one left, Mortimer F. Smith, who carved out a lion's share. Alphonse Oubre, who had brought help and comfort to the radical party, was abandoned by them, and the name of Mr. Lucien Cambre was substituted for his on a list of candidates to which victory was assured in advance. Since his disgrace, the deceased has not been talked about. Alphonse Oubre is now before a Supreme Court which judges human actions as a last resort, and we will not try his memory. His friends say he was sociable and obliging. Let the earth be light to him! Nil de mortuis nisi bonum. Alphonse Oubre was only 35 years old.
L'Avant-Coureur (Lucy, Louisiana), 23 March 1872 (translated from French to English)

He married Lydia Collet on July 8, 1862, at St. Michael Catholic Church of Convent, Louisiana. She died in November of 1866.
Both contributed by Stephen Oubre

Marriage 1 May 1804 o St. James, St James Parish, Louisiana TO Regis Oubre (1783-1840); St. James Catholic Church (Diocese of Baton Rouge) - "Regis OUBRE (Andre and Marie BONVILIN) m. 1 May 1804 Magdelaine MOUTON (George and Rosalie GODET) wit: Pierre Guedri; Jean Blanchard; Jean Dhuart" (SJA-2,72)

Burial Record for: Felicite Magdelaine MOUTON Oubre (born: 1788) - buried: 19 Jan 1822, Saint Michael Catholic Church Cemetery, Convent, St. James Parish, Louisiana, USA. (spouse of Regis Oubre) (SMI-8,46). Record from: Diocese Of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records, Volume 4.
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Died noon Sunday, Feb. 14, 1988, at her residence in Convent. She was 76, and a native of Convent. She was a homemaker. Visiting at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, 8 a.m. to mass of christian burial at 11 a.m. Tuesday, conducted by the Rev. Dick McGinnis. Burial in church cemetery. Preceded in death by first husband, Nester J. Bourgeois Sr.; two sisters, Rosemary and Georgine Weber; four brothers, Clarence, Jules, George Jr. and Roger Weber; and parents, Clara Lambert and George Weber Sr. She was a member of Catholic Daughters Court St. Michael the Arch Angel No. 2080 and Altar Society of St. Michael. In lieu of flowers, mass preferred or donations may be made to Cancer Society of St. James Parish, Rt. 1 Box 131-E, Lutcher, 70071. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Tuesday, February 16, 1988, Page: 4-B

Part, Warren L. Retired from Manresa House of Retreats, he died Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2006, at Ascension Hospital, Gonzales. He was 82 and a resident and native of Convent. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Visiting at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Convent, on Friday, Feb. 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. Religious service at the church at 11 a.m. Friday, conducted by the Rev. Rizzuto. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by his stepdaughter, Geraldine Hoover, Convent; two stepsons and wives, Jerry and Rita Bourgeois, Lutcher, and Nester and Joyce Bourgeois, Convent; and stepgrandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his wife, Claire W.B. Part; parents, Marcel and Luce Olivier Part; stepson and wife, Willie J. and Lulamae Bourgeois; two brothers, Francis and Stafford Part; sister, Marie Louise Siears; and stepson-in-law, Malcolm Hoover. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael the Archangel Church Restoration Fund, 6476 La. 44, Convent, LA 70723, or enrollment of Masses. Arrangements by H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on February 2, 2006

A native of Lutcher and a resident of LaPlace. She passed away at Twin Oaks Nursing Home in LaPlace on Saturday, December 5, 2015. She was 73. Pastors, Officers and Members of Israelite B. C., Lutcher Chapel United Methodist Church, New Zion Christian Center, First Emmanuel B.C., and King Triumph B.C. and all neighboring churches, employees of East Jefferson Hospital, St. James Parish School Board, Crescent City Christian School, Sewerage and Water Board of N.O. and Twin Oaks Nursing Home are invited to attend the funeral services at Israelite Baptist Church, Lutcher, Friday, December 11, 2015 with visiting from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Kevin Fredericks, Pastor, Rev. Alton Preston, Officiating. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery in Convent. Survived by three sons: Anthony C. Albert, Sr., Rodney A. (Terrise) Albert and Herman Perry, Jr. Maternal Siblings: Joann Gillam, Barbara Humphrey, Betty (Marshall, Sr.) Foster and Minister Gale (Rev. Alton) Preston., Paternal Siblings: Jeanette D. (Ernest) Robinson, Jr., Victoria D. (Israel) Thompson, Sr., James (Patricia Davis, Debra A. (Charles) Atkins, Gregory Albert and Judy V. Albert. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: James Albert, Sr. and Rosemary Marcel Albert. A sister, Victoria Albert; Three brothers: Gilliard Long, Sr., James Albert, Jr. and Gerayl R. Davis. 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 Dec. 9 to Dec. 10, 2015.

PERTUIT - On June 28, 1929, at 1:05 p.m. Corine Dugas, aged 67 years 2 months. Funeral services at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 30, 1929, at St. James Catholic church. St. James parish, Louisiana. Interment in St. Michael cemetery, Convent, La.
Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA; Sunday, June 30, 1929, p. 2, col. 7

Pertuit - On Staurday, April 11, 1925, at 6:15 p.m. E. J. Pertuit, beloved husband of Corinne Dugas, aged 66 years and 6 monts. Remains leave Sunday April 12, 1925, on ^;25 a.m. Texas and Pacific train. Funeral services will be held at St. James Catholic church at 9:30 Monday morning. Remains will then be taken via Donaldsonvill, LA., to to St. Michael's cemetery for interment.
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Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records Volume 6 1840-1847, Page 516 - Jean Baptist Pertuit major son widower Marguerite Euphrasie Falgout (Paul Pertuis and Marie Michel) married 18 Feb 1841 Felicite Hymel, major daughter (Bastien Hymel and Felicite Elfer) witness Pierre Hymel; Telesphore Falgout; Victor Falgoust (SMI 7,111)

Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Church Records Volume 9 1858-1862 Page 492 - Pertuit, J B Paul, age 52 years, husband of Felicite HYMEL, buried 7 Sept 1858, died 6 Sept 1858 (SMI -4, 255)
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Mother Julie Hermina Petetin, RSCJ, is the daughter of Pierre Eugene Petetin and Marie Onezia Guilbeau. Miss Petetin entered the Society of the Sacred Heart 11 Oct 1869 at Grand Coteau, Louisiana. She received the habit 16 Jan 1870. She made her first vows 2 Feb 1872 and her final vows 22 July 1877, all at Grand Coteau. She lived at different times, besides Grand Coteau, at St. Michael's, Mater in New Orleans, the Rosary in New Orleans and St. Charles, Missouri. Mother Petetin died in New Orleans on Christmas Day, 1913 and is buried in the parish cemetery of St. Michael's, Convent, Louisiana. Requiescat in pace. Cor unum et anima una in Corde Jesu.
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A self employed farmer and resident and native of Hester, he died at 7 a.m. Friday, Dec. 15, 2001, at Kenner Regional Hospital. He was 88. Visiting at Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday and from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday. Religious services at St. Michael Catholic Church, Convent, at 11 a.m. Monday conducted by the Rev. Mario Rizzuto. Interment in church cemetery. Survived by wife, Melba Brady Petit, Hester; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Glenda and Joseph Accardo and Karen and Ewell "Buddy" Poirrier, all of Lutcher, Dr. Judy Petit, Kenner, and Gerolyn and Perry Roussel Jr., LaPlace; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Claude Jr. and Joyce Petit, Lutcher, and Dale Petit, Hester; four sisters, Dorothy Roussel, Gonzales, Deana Marchese, Metairie, Rose P. Laviere, New Orleans, and Evelyn Potts, Gresham, Ore.; three brothers, Harold Petit, Hester, Herbert Petit Sr., New Orleans, and Melvin Petit, Hester; 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; and a great-great grandchild.
Sunday Advocate, Baton Rouge, La., Dec. 16, 2001
Contributor: Sherry Sanford

Dale Joseph Petit, an attorney specializing in Juvenile Justice and resident of Hester, died at the age of 68 at 11:05 p.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2020, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge. Survived by Siblings: Claude, Jr. (Joyce), Glenda Accardo, Karen Poirrier (Ewell "Buddy"), Dr. Judy Petit, and Gerolyn Roussel (Perry); Great-nieces and nephews: Kenneth "Kenny" (Elizabeth "Liz"), Tara, Emily, and Adam Petit; Angela Cole (Phil); Jo Ann (Reavis), Elizabeth Falgoust and Ernest Cambre; Brian (Tessey) and Brennan Petit; Bridget (Tyler "TJ", Jr.), Ryder and Rydge Roussel; Murphy, Jr. (Robin), Sarah and Murphy, III Petit, Carl and Victoria Petit; David (Ann Marie), Taylor, Kenley and Kennison Poirrier; Breck (Jordan), Harper Leigh Middleton; Joshua (Leanna), Callie Rose and Jackson Hoover; Ashley (Jeffrey), Alexa, Camryn and Abigail Weinhoff; Lauren (Jonathan) Victoria, Brayden and Charlotte Clement. Preceded in death Parents: Melda and Claude Petit, Sr; Brothers: Murphy, Raymond and Wayne Petit; Nephews: Scott Accardo and Lt. Col. Joseph Lucia, III (Dawn); Brother-in-law: Joseph C. Accardo. Visitation: Saturday, August 8, 2020 8 a.m. to 10:15 am, Rose Lynn Funeral Home, Lutcher, Saint James Parish, Louisiana, USA. Religious service conducted by Reverend Vincent Dufresne will follow at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Covent at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow the religious service in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Perry Roussel (Gerolyn), Michael Poirrier (Pamela), Robert Snyder, Susan Jones, Richard Howell, Wilbur Reynaud (Debbie), Gerolyn Roussel (Perry) and Lauren (Jonathan) Clement. The honorary pallbearers are Brian Petit (Tessey), Brennan Petit, Bridget (Tyler "T.J.") Roussel, Jr., Gerald Petit (Helen), Kenneth Petit, Murphy Petit, Jr. (Robin), Steven Accardo (Donna), Charles Lucia (Laura V), Layne Poirrier, Rae Lynne Kinler, David Poirrier (Ann Marie), Angela Cole (Phil), Kenneth Petit (Elizabeth "Liz"), Ashley Weinhoff (Jeffrey), Lauren Clement (Jonathan), Jo Ann Summers (Reavis), Leigh Hoover (Michael), Laura Wear (Blaine, Sr.), Blaine, Jr., Breck (Jordan) Middleton, Adam and Noah Hoover, Tara, Emily and Adam Petit, Carl Petit. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, American Association for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) in Dale's name. Notice: According to the governor's mandate, maintaining social distancing of 6 feet and mask are required when attending the Visitation at Rose Lynn Funeral Home, Lutcher; the Funeral Mass at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Convent; the Interment in the St. Michael Cemetery and the Bereavement at 2780 Belleview Lakes, Paulina.
Rose Lynn Funeral Home, Lutcher, LA

Harold L. Petit, age 95, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2011 at the Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in Reserve. He was a native of Hester, Louisiana and a veteran of the United States Navy in World War II. He is survived by his brother, Mel Petit, four sisters; Dorothy Roussel, Rose Louviere, Evelyn Pitts and Diane Marchese. He was preceded in death by his parents; Michael Petit and Evelyn Louque. Seven brothers; Claude, Dudley, Gerald, Hebert, Mike, Ronnie and Donald Petit. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 30, 2011 from 8:00 am until 10:45 am at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Convent. Mass of Christian Burial will be in the church at 11:00 am. Military Honors will follow in the church cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, LA.
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Melda Brady Petit, 95, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at the St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher. She was the wife of the late Claude Alvin Petit Sr., who was of Hester, mother and mother-in-law of Glenda and Joseph Accardo, Karen and Ewell "Buddy" Poirrier, all of Lutcher; Dr. Judy Petit, Gramercy; Gerolyn and Perry Roussel Jr., LaPlace; Claude Jr. and Joyce Petit, Lutcher; Dale Petit, Hester; the late Murphy, Raymond and Wayne Petit, and grandmother of the late Scott Accardo. Also survived by 16 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Antoinette Kling, Rita Madere, Lillian Weber, Marie Poche, Edvidge LeBlanc, Albert Brady, Antoine Brady Sr., Eddie Brady and Eugene Brady Sr. Visitation will be held at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent on Thursday, July 22, from 8 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. from the church with the Rev. Ed Fuss and the Rev. Mario Rizzuto, officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons and sons-in-law. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of H.C. Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher. Friends are invited to send their condolences to www.hcalexanderfh.com.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on July 22, 2010

Melvin Joseph Petit was born on December 5, 1934, and passed away on March 4, 2018. He was a strong, hard-working, selfless man who volunteered his time to serve many. He was a lifelong resident and native of Hester, La. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Clair and Jarrod Millet; granddaughter, Mallory Millet, whom he adored; and son, Kyle Petit. He is also survived by his sister, Diane Petit Marchese. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran and retiree of Kaiser Aluminum who enjoyed gardening, baseball and cooking with friends. He dedicated much of his time serving the Knights of Columbus and St. Vincent DePaul, helping those in need. He is preceded in death by his wife and daughter, Peggy and Rachel Petit. His parents, Michael and Evelyn Louque Petit; sisters, Evelyn Petit Pitts, Dorothy Roussel Petit, and Rose Petit Louviere; brothers, Claude, Harold, Herbert, Dudley, Michael, Ronald and Donald Petit and Gerald Miller. A visitation in his honor will be Saturday, March 10, 2018, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent, La., from 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. 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 Mar. 6 to Mar. 10, 2018

Michael Marcel Petit, born July 3, 1958, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 19, 2018. He was a lifelong farmer, hunter, and fisherman. He is survived by his companion, Janet Ockman; sisters, Cindy Zimmer (Lane), Connie DeLoach (Paul), Jill Bergeron (Nick); nieces and nephews, Lane Zimmer, Jr., Joey Zimmer, Sarah Vines, Laura Deloach, Danielle Aucoin, and Daniel, Nicholas, Nikki, and Caleb Bergeron. He is preceded in death by his parents, Michael M. Petit, Jr., and Janice Brignac Petit. A visitation in his honor will be on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Rose Lynn Funeral Home, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. followed by burial at St. Michael Cemetery in Convent, LA. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com
Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA

Adeline Marie Lambert Poche passed away peacefully on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008. She was a native and lifelong resident of Convent for 95 years. She was the beloved wife of Ferdinand "Pete" Poche, and parents, Laurent Lambert and Martha Dupepe Lambert. Survived by her sons, Murphy J. Poche Sr. and wife, Vera L., of Paulina, and Gilbert J. Poche and his wife, Linda Guidry, of Waggaman; daughter-in-law, Iris L. Poche; devoted sister, Rita L. Roussel, of Convent; two sisters-in-law, Olga and Delia Lambert; brother-in-law, Herbert Poche; eight grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild and many nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by her parents; son, Wallace A. Poche; and brothers, Malcolm Romain, Juste, Eusebe, Gaston, Willis, Freddie and Lawrence Lambert. She was a cooking supervisor at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School, Convent, for 16 years. Young at heart, she loved and inspired all who knew her, that you were never too old to do anything. She was a member of the Altar Society. Visitation at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Convent, on Tuesday, Nov. 25, from 8 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with the Rev. Frank Uter, celebrant. Interment in the church cemetery. The family would like to thank St. James Parish Hospital, St. Joseph Hospice, Dr. Joe Turner, Brignac Therapy and Pencelle Home Care for their excellent and compassionate care. Arrangements are under the direction of Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher. Friends and family may send their condolences and thoughts to www.mem.com.
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Alex Poche Dies at Carville Residence
A lifelong resident of Carville, Alex Poche, 68, died suddenly at 1 p.m. yesterday at his home. The body will be taken from Rabehorst funeral parlors at 9:30 a.m. today to St. Michael's Catholic church at Convent where services will be conducated at 11 .m., with interment to follow in the church cemetery. He Is survived by one brother, Emile Poche, Carville; one sister, Mrs. Edna Dupy, Carville; and numberous nieces and nephews.
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Funeral services will be held at St. Michael's Catholic church at Convent at 11 a.m. today for Alex Poche, 68 year-old lifelong resident of Carville, who died suddenly at 1 p.m. yesterday at his home. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The body is at Rabenhorst parlors. He is survived by one brother, Emile Poche, Carville; one sister, Mrs. Edna Dupy, Carville; and numberous nieces and nephews.
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Allen Jay Poche Jr. died at 10:20 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at age 58 at his residence in Gramercy. A supervisor for Boh Bros. Construction Co. for 30 years, he retired to open Papa Deck's Fruit Stand in Gramercy. He was a native of Hester and of the Catholic faith. Visitation at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Convent, on Friday, Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Entombment in St. Michael Mausoleum. Survived by his son, Chad Poche and his wife, Tracy, of Lutcher; daughters, Tiffany Chauvin and her husband, Brent, of Gramercy, Tessey Petit and her husband, Brian, of Hester, Shannon Louviere and her husband, Kenny, of Gramercy, and Stacy Duplechain and her husband, Corey, of Broussard; brother, Robbie Poche Sr. and his wife, Jane, of Hester; and grandchildren, Bridget and Brennan Petit, Conner Poche, Austin and Dylan Louviere, Tyler Kliebert, Jacob Chauvin and Aidan Duplechain. Preceded in death by his parents, Allen Poche Sr. and Margaret "Maggie" Poche; grandmother, Myrtle Roussel; and a sister, Gwen Bourgeois. Mr. Poche succumbed from complications of diabetes. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1701 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria, VA 22311. A special thanks to Charmaine Bullock for your special care which you provided to our Dad and family. Funeral arrangements by Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on October 30, 2008