January 27, 1942 - January 27, 2017
Herbert “Tut” Gilchrist, 75, a resident of Bayou L’Ourse, passed away Friday, Jan. 27, 2017, in his home surrounded by his family after a long battle against Alzheimer’s disease.
He was born Jan. 27, 1942, in Bayou Sorrel, the son of Daniel “Tucker” Gilchrist and Ida Ray Gilchrist Richardson.
Herbert was a proud, simple man. He loved to hunt, fish and spend quality time with his family, earning recognitions along the way. He took pride in what he did and taught his children to do the same. If you want something, you have to work for it. He was also a commercial fisherman for many years, from crawfishing to catching sharks, he did just about all of it.
He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his adoring wife of 47 years, Deloris Vining Gilchrist; son, John Norris Gilchrist and wife Stephanie and their daughter, Elizabeth; daughter, Crystal Gilchrist Rodrigue Hoksbergen and husband Raymond “Doug,” their daughters, Kasandra and Karrie and husband Curtis and their children Caiden and Camille; sisters, Margaret Buck, and Betty Jane Kelly and husband Dallas; brothers, Hubert Gilchrist, and Caleb “Joe” Gilchrist and wife Rosa Elliott; his #1 girl, Fanchon Eula Celeste Vining Nelson; and godson, Evy Vining Jr.
Herbert was preceded in death by his mother, Ida Lee Ray Gilchrist Richardson; his father, Daniel “Tucker” Gilchrist; brother, Daniel “Lap” Haydell Gilchrist; grandparents, Dave and Lizzie Gilchrist and Josephine and George Ray II; son-in-law, Christopher Noel Rodrigue; grandchildren, Cy and Christian; in-laws, Uston Buck and Martha Gilchrist; nephews, Lil Hubert, Jacob, Korey, Tony Lee, and Collin Mitchell; and a host of unborn angels.
Visitation was held Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, at Twin City Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until services. Funeral services began at 2 p.m.

October 5, 1940 - January 29, 2017

Funeral services will be held Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Ibert’s Mortuary in Franklin for Elray Boudreaux, a native and former longtime resident of Charenton and a 17 year resident of Baldwin who passed away at the age of 76 on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, at Iberia Medical Center following a lengthy battle with cancer. He will be laid to rest in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery Mausoleum in Charenton. Father Cedric Sonnier will conduct the services.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at Ibert’s Mortuary on Wednesday, February 1st, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., with the Holy Rosary being prayed at 7 p.m. Visiting hours will continue Thursday, Feb. 2, from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m.

Elray loved life and lived it to the fullest. He developed a love for music at an early age and began singing at the age of 15 with the Del Royals, and then with the Shadows and various local bands. He was honored to sing for Gov. Mike Foster at the Governor’s Mansion in Baton Rouge as well as at Oaklawn Manor. He didn’t stop singing until cancer took his voice in 2015.

Those he leaves to cherish his memory include his wife of 39½ years, Debra LaFont Boudreaux; his three children, Liz B. Baudier and her husband Brian, Elray J. Boudreaux, and Brent Boudreaux; three grandsons, Vic DiPietro, Brandon E. Boudreaux, and Dylan J. Boudreaux; one great grandson, Roman J. Boudreaux; one sister, Shirley Ducote; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by an infant son, Eddy J. Boudreaux; his parents, Addy Boudreaux and Lillian Rollison Boudreaux; two grandsons, James M. Brewer IV and Joshua M. Brewer; and one brother, Donald J. Boudreaux.

Family and friends may view the obituary and express their condolences online by visiting www.iberts.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1007 Main Street, Franklin, La. 70538, (337) 828-5426.

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Jane Denton LaBonne, a native of Calhoun County, Mississippi, and a longtime resident of Morgan City, passed away Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, at Morgan City Health Care Center. She was the owner of “Inez’s Beauty Shop” for over 40 years.
Jane is survived by her daughter, Mary B. Wilson of Morgan City; and two grandsons, Harrel L. “Butch” Wilson Jr. of Metairie and Stephen H. Wilson and his wife, Vanessa, of Washington, D.C. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Virginia Denton of Destrehan; three nieces and three nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Hammond and Marie Burns Denton; two brothers, Ellis Denton and Josh Denton; and one niece.
A heartfelt thanks to Dr. Francis Metz III and her caregivers at MCHCC and Notre Dame Hospice.
As Jane requested cremation upon her passing, there will be no services.

Jerry A. Gauthier, 65, of Berwick, Louisiana, passed away Jan. 27, 2017. Jerry was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and was raised in Corpus Christi, Texas. He has resided in the Tri-City area for most of his adult life.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 30 years, Martha (Martie) Trosclair Gauthier and was the loving father of his two children; his daughter, Renee’ Gauthier Tardiff, married to Grady Tardiff, and his son, Jason Gauthier, married to Ashley Hofsommer Gauthier. He was adored by his five grandchildren, Brooklin, Isaac, Riley, and Isabelle Tardiff as well as Adelie Gauthier, who affectionately referred to him as her “JerBear.” He is also survived by his mother, Marcia Weber; his brother, Jay and his wife, Jessie Gauthier; his sister, Janice and her husband, Joe Beard; his sister, Joye and her husband, Mike Oldag, and his sister, April Weber. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and their families.
Jerry was preceded in death by his Dad, Donald “Pop” Weber; his father, Armand Arthur Gauthier; and his nephew, Jeremy Aucoin.
God and family were the most important things in Jerry’s life. He was gifted with Godly wisdom which he used daily in his personal and professional life. He counseled and mentored others until the very end. He was cool under pressure, compassionate, and had a stern resolve when necessary.
He loved hunting, fishing, travelling, and having adventures. The ocean was his playground, seldom did you find him without a good book in his hand, and he was a master at pulling the perfect prank. His gratitude to God and the genuine humility he displayed over his lifetime endeared him to all who knew him.
The accolades and awards he received are too many to count. He retired as a Vice President of Oceaneering International, Inc. Americas’ Region where he worked for 30 years. He also served as the past president of the Association of Diving Contractors International and the current president of the Morgan City Harbor & Terminal District.
Visitation will be held Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Word of Life Family Church in Patterson, Louisiana. A Celebration of Life service will immediately follow.

A Celebration of Life for Flora Mae Boutte (Green) Ireland, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017, at noon at Triumph Baptist Church, 1005 Iberia St., Franklin, La. Rev Terry Lee Joseph will officiate the service.
Visitation will be Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017, from 8 a.m. until the commencement if the funeral service at Triumph Baptist Church. The Order of Eastern Star Funeral Ritual will be at 11 a.m.
Mrs. Ireland will be interred in St. Jules Cemetery.
Flora Mae Boutte (Green) Ireland was born on Dec. 17, 1931 to Louise Green and Glasco Jack Boutte in Charenton, La. Death’s intrusion appeared to claim a beautiful flower on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017 at 12:45 p.m.
Flora Mae was the third of seven children, she was reared in the Four Corners community where she lived with her grandparents, Leon and Flora Sorrell Green until she met her Navy man, Murphy J. Ireland, she married him on May 28, 1951 and three children were born to this union: Wanda, Murphy Jr., and Monica. They also reared four of their grand-children in their home: LaShawn Beverly Howard, Beant’e Beverly Holmes, Andranaye Harding and Wydrick Harding until each went off to college.
She was baptized at Triumph Baptist Church by the late Rev. Octave Vincent where she has remained a faithful member for over 60 years and currently under the leadership of Rev. Carl F. Lewis Sr. She was active in her church throughout the years, serving as an active member of the Usher Board, Home Mission, Pastor’s Aide, a former Stewardess, Beautification and Kitchen Club member. Her life has been dedicated to nurturing her family and giving back to the youth in her community. She has served as a sponsor-leader of many youth oriented programs in the Franklin area: a Brownie Troop, a Girl Scout Troop and with the Adah Chapter Youth Fraternity. Many countless volunteer hours were spent with the academic, sports, or extracurricular clubs and organizations that her children and grandchildren participated with. She never tired, for her life of service is built on her trust and faith in God. “Let your light so shine before men, so that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in Heaven.” Matthew 5:16
Flora was a member for over 49 years in Adah Chapter #20 Order of Eastern Star, Prince Hall affiliated, Louisiana Jurisdiction, a charter member of Rose M. Bates Court #36 Heroines of Jericho, and Izella G. Bell Court #8 Order of the Amaranth. She was an organizer of Jackson Henry Post 10016 VFW Ladies Auxiliary, later becoming a life member and currently serving as Treasurer of Roberton Bourdier Jackson Henry Post 4201 VFW Ladies Auxiliary.
She touched many lives in her profession as a housekeeper and a cook and settled in as a Food Technician with the St. Mary Parish School System in which she retired in 1997. “Mommy, Mother, & MaDear, Ms. Flo” is what she is called by all of her children and many of her extended family; and “Momo and Momo Flo” by all her grand-children and by strangers but to all others; “A Child of the King!”
A beautiful life to remember, forever to be cherished in the hearts of her children: Wanda Ireland Stewart (Michael Sr.) of Baton Rouge, La.; Murphy Ireland Jr. (Debra) of Thibodaux, La., Monica Ireland Harding (Dwayne) of Franklin, La.; two sisters: Mary Francis Brown of Port Arthur, Texas and Clara Bell Lewis of Jeanerette, La.; her extended family: Patrick Parker (Gwendolyn) of Franklin, La. and John Parker Ireland (LaSaundra) of Lubbock, Texas; and Beulah Bowers Richardson (Karl) of Houston, Texas; twelve grandchildren, three great grandchildren, two god-children and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Flora was preceded in death by her parents. Louise Green and Jack Boutte; four siblings: Menola Thomas, Horace Green, Allen Green, and Wilbert Green; her in laws, Joseph Sr. and Maria Foster Ireland, brothers and sisters in law: Robert Thomas Sr., Ruben Brown, Douglas Lumpkin, Myrtle Green, Joseph Ireland Jr., and Joyce Ireland; nieces and nephews.
MK DIXON Funeral Home is in charge of final arrangements, 337-940-9253, 211 Main Street, Baldwin, La. 70514, www.mkdixonfh.com.

Charles Melvin Broussard, 73, a resident of Morgan City, La. and native of Berwick, La., passed away on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017 at the Morgan City Healthcare Center in Morgan City, La.
Visitation will be observed on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017 at Jones Funeral Home, 715 Sixth St., Morgan City, La., from 9 a.m. until funeral services at 11 a.m., Reverend Ron Bias, will officiate the services. Burial will follow funeral services in the Morgan City Cemetery in Morgan City, La.
Memories of Charles will forever remain in the hearts of his brother, Eddie E. Broussard Sr. of Morgan City, La. and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister.
Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City-Jeanerette-Houma-Franklin in charge of arrangements.
Visit www.jones-funeral-home.com to send condolences to family.

Charles Broussard
Charles Broussard, 73, a native of Berwick and resident of Morgan City, died Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017, at Morgan City Healthcare Center.
Visitation will be Thursday at Jones Funeral Home from 9 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in the Morgan City Cemetery.
He is survived by a brother, Eddie Broussard Sr. of Morgan City; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister.
Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

April 23, 1944-January 28, 2017
Ronnie Black, 72, of DeRidder, Louisiana, passed away Jan. 28, 2017. Ronnie was born in DeRidder on April 23, 1944, to the late Ivan E. and Willie Mae Black.
He graduated from DeRidder High School in 1962. After graduating from McNeese State, he served in the U.S. Army. He was a teacher at Morgan City High School for 25 years. Upon retirement, he moved back to DeRidder to be close to family.
Ronnie is survived by his two brothers, Earl R. (Joy) Black, and James G. Black; three nephews; four great-nieces; and three great-nephews. He was loved by his family and friends and will forever be in our hearts.
Viewing will be held from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. followed by funeral service on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017, at Myers Colonial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in DeRidder.
Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder.

Janice E. Osburn, 72, a native of Biloxi, Mississippi, and a longtime resident of Stephensville, passed away Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, with her family by her side.
Janice spent her life caring for her family, pursuing her career as a hairdresser and expressing herself in her artwork. Her latest joy was spending time with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and the fur babies.
Janice is survived by her husband of 53 years, Eris Osburn; sons, Dwain Osburn and wife Shani, and Craig Osburn and wife Erin; daughter-in-law, Shari Osburn; grandchildren, Brittni Roy and husband Allan, Cade Osburn, Tyler Osburn and fiance’ Brianne Barrilleaux, Alexander Osburn, Nicholas Osburn, Caroline Osburn, Chaz Perry, Emilly Osburn, Zachary Osburn, Noah Osburn and Maddie Osburn; great-grandchildren, Hudson Roy and Aubrey Osburn; and niece, Tina Burkart.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Nicholas and Erma Picou Eliopoulos; son, Troy Osburn; sister, Elaine Demetrakopoulos; brother, Burt Polaski; and numerous other family members.
The memorial Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart Church, with graveside services at Morgan City Cemetery. Memorial donations to St. Mary Outreach, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, St. Stephen Catholic Church or church of your choice.
Hargrave Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Murray Paul Mitchell, 88, a resident of Gueydan, La. and native Basile, La., passed away on Monday, Jan. 30, 2017 at 8:59 p.m. at his residence.
Murray was a Veteran of the United States Army, fighting in World War II and the Korean Wars. After his faithful and dedicated service, Murray received a Honorable Discharge.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017 at the St Matthews Missionary Baptist Church 1109 McMurtry Street Gueydan, La. from 10 a.m. until funeral services at 11 a.m., the Reverend Ronnie Rhodes will officiate the services. Burial with Full Military Honors will follow funeral services in Gueydan Cemetery of Gueydan, La.
Memories of Murray will forever remain in the hearts of his wife, Vergie Lee Mitchell of Gueydan, La., one son, Murray P. Mitchell, Jr. of Covington, La.; four daughters, Michelle Mosley of Houma, La., Mrs. John (Stephanie M. Bernard) Dolan of Lafayette, La., Mrs. James (Tammy) Richardson of Jennings, La. and Remona Turner of Lake Arthur, La.; one brother, Eddie Peter Woods of El Paso, Texas; a sister, Velma Sims of Houston, Texas; ten grandchildren, one brother-in-law, fifteen great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends,
Murray was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, two son-in-laws.
Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City-Jeanerette-Franklin-Houma in charge of arrangements.
Visit www.jones-funeral-home.com to send condolences to family.

Oliver Eugene Williams, 73, a resident of Patterson, La. and native of Morgan City, La., passed away on Jan. 25, 2017 at 12:35 p.m. at the Ochsner Medical Center in Jefferson, La.
Visitation will be observed on Saturday Feb. 4, 2017 at the Mason United Methodist Church 601 Oregon Street Berwick, La., from 8 a.m. until funeral services at 10 a.m. Burial will follow funeral services in the Morgan City Cemetery in Morgan City, La. Reverend Harold Spain will officiate the services.
Memories of Oliver will forever remain in the hearts of his son, Briant E. Williams of Baton Rouge, La.; a daughter, Mrs. Aharanwa (Lisa M. Williams)-Smith of Memphis, Tenn.; his stepmother, Sarah Johnson of Morgan City; three brothers, James Cox Sr. of Ocean Springs, Miss., Aldwin Cox of Morgan City, La. and Robert Williams of Patterson, La.; two sisters, Mrs. Lawrence (Johnnie B.) Crandle of Morgan City, La. and Mrs. Willie (Linda) Hamilton of Metaire, La.; four grandchildren, a great grandchild, one uncle, two great aunts, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, a daughter-in-law, and a sister-in-law.
Oliver was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and a sister.
Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City-Franklin-Jeanerette-Houma in charge of arrangements.
Visit www.jones-funeral-home.com to send condolences to family.

Oliver Williams, 73, a native of Morgan City and resident of Patterson, died Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017, at Ochsner Medical Center in Jefferson.
Visitation will be Saturday at Mason United Methodist Church in Berwick from 8 a.m. until services at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in the Morgan City Cemetery.
He is survived by a son, Briant Williams of Baton Rouge; a daughter, Lisa M. Williams-Smith of Memphis, Tennessee; his stepmother, Sarah Johnson of Morgan City; three brothers, James Cox Sr. of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, Aldwin Cox of Morgan City and Robert Williams of Patterson; two sisters, Johnnie B. Crandle of Morgan City and Linda Hamilton of Metairie; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one uncle; two great-aunts; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and a sister.
Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

February 7, 1966- January 30, 2017
Cass James Oubre, 50, a resident of Berwick, went home to be with the Lord on Jan. 30, 2017, surrounded by his loving family.
Cass was born Feb. 7, 1966, in New Iberia, the son of Claude Oubre and Andrea Fields Pyle.
Cass was a very family-oriented man, as he was a faithful husband and a loving father who was very involved in his children’s lives. He was a man of great integrity; a gentleman, honest, loving and friendly to all. Cass was a Godly man who not only talked the talk but walked the walk. He was a true example of a loving husband, father, son, grandson, brother and nephew.
Cass often times thought of himself as a great singer, so he loved to show his children how well he could sing, by acting goofy and singing to them at home. He was a faithful member of Bethel Pentecostal Fellowship. Cass worked for Ralow Services in Amelia for 33 years, starting when he was 16 years old. A true servant of God, Cass will be missed by all who knew him.
He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by the love of his life, Allison Fabre Oubre of Berwick; three children, Sarah Oubre, Grant Oubre and Luke Oubre, all of Berwick; his mother, Andrea Fields Pyle and husband Thomas E. Pyle of Denham Springs; one brother, Casey Oubre of Denham Springs; three sisters, Brandi Pyle and Heather Pyle, both of Denham Springs, and Christin Sundberg and husband Mike of New Iberia; and aunt, godmother and caregiver, Sheila Fields McFarland of Denham Springs.
Cass was preceded in death by his father, Claude Oubre; one brother, Thomas Jay Pyle; maternal grandparents, Tilden and Loraine Fields; and paternal grandparents, Antoine and Antoinette Oubre.
Active pallbearers will be Casey Oubre, Grant Oubre, Ron Abshire, Dwalyn Steele, Jean Junius and Andy Galy. Honorary pallbearers will be Richard Fabre and Tom Pyle. Junior pallbearer is Luke Oubre.
A Celebration of Cass’ life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017, at Bethel Pentecostal Fellowship with the Rev. Marty Harden officiating. A visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the time of the service with the burial following services in the Berwick Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center’s Sarcoma Center, c/o M.D. Anderson Cancer Hospital Development Office, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486 on memo line of donation please write Sarcoma Center.

Helen Gabriel Hatcherson, 92, a native and resident of Baldwin, died Saturday at 3:50 a.m. at Franklin Health Care Center.
Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with burial rites to follow. Interment will be in the Special Providence Cemetery, Baldwin.
She is survived by her sons, Clayton Hatcherson Jr. and his wife Nora; Robert Hatcherson Sr. and his wife Doris; and Leroy Hatcherson Sr. and his wife Bridgette, all of Baldwin. Her daughters, Vera Pierre August and Catherine Hatcherson, both of Baldwin. A brother, Dilton Gabriel of Ashton. Her sisters, Gladys Brandon, Isabella Gabriel and Fannie Harris, all of Baldwin; and 22 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.
The Otis Mortuary of Franklin is in charge of arrangements.

Jennings: Jackson was born in Jennings, La. on Aug. 24, 1921 to Leonard McNeal and Ophelia Kershaw McNeal. He was called from this life on Feb. 2, 2017. Jackson served in World War II in the Army 101st Airborne Glider Infantry Division. He took part in the D-day invasion of Normandy, was captured on Sept. 19, 1944 during Operation Market Garden and was liberated on May 3, 1945 after spending 7 ½ months in a German POW Work Camp. Jackson received the Purple Heart for an injury sustained during battle, as well as the European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars. Jackson married the love of his life Virginia (Jean) Fontenot on July 7, 1945 and remained faithfully and lovingly with her until her death in 1996. Together they raised five children in a home where there was never any doubt that you were loved. They truly lived out the baptismal blessing of being the first and best teachers of their children in the ways of faith. Jackson worked for Glen Thomlinson Distributor as a delivery driver from the late 1940’s until it was bought out by James Richert and became Richert Oil and Tire and continue on there until his retirement at the age of 77. Jackson was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Jackson is survived by one son, Deacon Bennett McNeal (Monica) of Jennings, La.; two daughters, Joline LeJeune of Jennings, La., Julie Burgess (Rodney) of Charenton, La.; one daughter-in-law, Cathy McNeal; three sisters, Annie Mae Benoit of Jennings, La., Mary Touchet of Welsh, La., Bernice Istre Myers of Jennings, La.; as well as eighteen grandchildren; thirty-six great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.
Jackson is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Ophelia Kershaw McNeal; his beloved wife, Jean McNeal; two sons, Jerry McNeal and Steven McNeal; one son-in-law, Donald LeJeune; one brother Jimmie McNeal; one granddaughter, Michelle LeJeune.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church for Jackson Lee McNeal of Charenton, La. on Monday, February 6, 2017 at 11 a.m. with Father Aubrey Guilbeau officiating. Visitation was held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home beginning on Sunday, Feb. 5th from 2:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a rosary recited at 6 p.m. by Tom Qualey followed by a Scripture Service led by Deacon Bennett McNeal. The family request that visitation resume on Monday, February 6th at 8 a.m. until the time of his funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Jackson will be laid to rest in the Calvary Mausoleum with Full Military Rites. Carrying Jackson to his final resting place in Calvary Mausoleum will be Hunter Burgess, Chance Burgess, Bennett McNeal II, Terry LeJeune, Jerod McNeal, and Jackson McNeal II. Honorary pallbearers will be Jennifer Mora, Kacey Burgess, Michael McNeal, Gabriel McNeal, Benjamin Landry, Heather Fruge, and Ashley Gay.
The family would like to send a very special Thank You to NSI Hospice, Jenifer Mora and Kacey Burgess for their care of Mr. McNeal during his time of need.
To extend online condolences, please visit our website at:
www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net

Beverly Boudreaux, 84, a resident of Bayou Vista, died Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, at Patterson Health Care Center.
Services will be held at a later date.
Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Beverly Boudreaux, 84, a resident of Bayou Vista, died Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, at Patterson Health Care Center.
Services will be held at a later date.
Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

December 12, 1966 — February 3, 2017
Jeannine Claire McJimsey, 50, a resident of Morgan City, passed away Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, after a very courageous battle with cancer.
Jeannine was born Dec. 12, 1966, in Houma, the daughter of June and Louise Broughton McJimsey.
Jeannine was a very caring person and always took care of her family. Due to her very caring nature, Jeannine was a wonderful nurse. Jeannine taught her children to never fear anything. She was always optimistic and positive and you never heard her complain. Jeannine was awesome!
She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by four children, Kristi Boudreaux of Bayou Vista, Luke Derise and fiancé Ashley Totten of Morgan City, and Shannon Derise and Haidyn Derise, both of Bayou Vista; two grandchildren, Jolie Boudreaux and Aubree Derise; one sister, Jan McJimsey and husband Mark Stoltz of New Iberia; three brothers, Roy McJimsey and wife Melinda of Youngsville, Pat McJimsey and wife Sue of Youngsville and Bryan McJimsey and wife Linda of Broussard; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jeannine was preceded in death by her parents, June and Louise Broughton McJimsey; and fiancé, Michael Courtney.
Mass of Christian Burial was at 11 a.m. today, Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at Holy Cross Catholic Church with the Rev. Clyde Mahler celebrating Mass. A visitation was held from 9:30 a.m. until Mass time. Following Mass, Jeannine was laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery.

February 4, 1958 – February 6, 2017
Funeral services for Charles Ray Cowart will be held Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017, at 10 a.m. at Ibert’s Mortuary in Franklin, with Rev. Bobby Hodnett officiating. Following funeral services, Charles will be laid to rest in Pine Grove Cemetery in Winnsboro, La., with Rev. Paul Perry conducting the grave side service at 3:30 p.m. A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday at Ibert’s Mortuary from 8 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m.
Charles was a native of Winnsboro, La. and a longtime resident of Franklin who passed away unexpectedly at the age of 59 in the early morning hours of Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City.
Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Angelle Marie Charpentier Cowart; three children, Christopher James Cowart, Brandi Cowart Rodriguez and her husband Jake, and Troy Charles Cowart; three grandchildren, Evelyn Cowart, Layken Rodriguez, and Raphael “Ray” Rodriguez V; his mother, Margaret Ann Peevy Cowart; and three siblings, Floyd James Cowart Jr. and his wife Amelia, Margaret Ann Cowart Couvillier and her husband Larry, and Tommy Lynn Cowart.
He was preceded in death by his father, Floyd James Cowart Sr.
Family and friends may view the obituary and express their condolences online by visiting www.iberts.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1007 Main Street, Franklin, La. 70538, (337) 828-5426.

September 15, 1931 - February 6, 2017
Funeral services for Mrs. Mercedes LeBlanc Naquin will be held Wednesday, February 8, 2017, at the Church of the Assumption in Franklin during an 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian burial. She will be laid to rest in the Franklin Cemetery. Monsignor J. Douglas Courville, JCL will be the Celebrant for the Mass. Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Naquin, Leroy Naquin Jr., Seth Vaughn, Dylan Vaughn, Jeremy Chaisson, and Donald Naquin. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Naquin and Patrick Cameron.
A gathering of family and friends will be held Wednesday at the Church of the Assumption from 9:00 a.m. until Mass time, with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 10:00 a.m.
Mercedes was born to the late Lloyd LeBlanc and the late Albertine Hulin LeBlanc in New Iberia, where she was raised. In 1952, she married the love of her life, Leroy Eugene Naquin and the two began raising their family. They were former residents of Patoutville, Bayou Vista, and Youngsville for various lengths of time, and have resided in Berwick for the past seven and a half years. She was a devout Catholic and parishioner of St. Stephen Catholic Church in Berwick. Some of her favorite pastimes were cooking and spoiling her grandchildren. On Monday, February 6, 2017, at the age of 85, she passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Those left to cherish her memory include her six children, Robert Naquin and his partner Marty Greeson, Michael Naquin and his wife Tina, Leroy Naquin Jr. and his wife Tammy, Catherine N. Vaughn and her husband Thomas, Cynthia N. Chaisson and her husband Joseph, and Suzanne N. Cameron and her husband Robert; 13 grandchildren, Melissa Naquin, Lauren Foulks, Donald Naquin, Miranda Jordan, Kayla Janik, Sarah Naquin, Amber Vaughn, Seth Vaughn, Dylan Vaughn, Jeremy Chaisson, Morgan Chaisson, Anna Cameron, and Patrick Cameron; eight great grandchildren, Alan, Rachel, Adam, Landon, Seth Jr., Owen, Avery, and Paisley; four brothers, Leroy, Lloyd, Allen, and Gene LeBlanc; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Eugene Naquin Sr.; her son, Thomas Naquin; two grandchildren, Joshua Naquin and Collin Cameron; two brothers, Wilson Landry and Jimmy LeBlanc; and one sister, Antonia Stiles.
Family and friends may view the obituary and express their condolences online by visiting www.iberts.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert's Mortuary, Inc., 1007 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538, (337) 828-5426