Obituaries

Local Obituaries in Raceland, Galliano-Cut Off, Houma, and Lockport, LA.

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Vidalia Legendre

Vidalia Legendre

Sep 6, 2026

Vidalia Legendre, 88, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Raceland, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026, in the presence of her loving family.

She is survived by her sons, Louis Legendre (Diane), Carroll Legendre Jr (Brittney), and David Legendre (Pam); son-in-law, John Borne (Liz); and stepson, Artie Dufrene (Debra); as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great...

Francine Blanchard Verrett

Francine Blanchard Verrett

Sep 3, 2026

Francine Marie Blanchard Verrett, 72, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026. She was a native of Morgan City and a resident of Houma, Louisiana.

Family and friends are invited to attend visitation on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Houma, Louisiana from 10:00 a.m. until a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 p.m., with burial following...

Nathan "Nate" Christopher Wood

Nathan "Nate" Christopher Wood

Aug 31, 2026

Nathan “Nate” Christopher Wood of Golden Meadow began his story on April 10th, 1981 and completed his final chapter on August 31st, 2026.

Visitation will be Friday September 11th, 2026 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor catholic church from 9:30 am until service time. A funeral service will be held at 11am and a celebration of life to follow at La...

Kathleen Adams Haydel

Kathleen Adams Haydel

Aug 30, 2026

Kathleen “Patchie” Adams Haydel, age 79, born in New Orleans and a long-time resident of Raceland, LA passed away Sunday August 30, 2026.

Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church, 333 Twin Oaks Dr., Raceland, LA, from 9:00 AM until the celebration of her memorial Mass at 11:00...

Briana Rose Melancon

Briana Rose Melancon

Aug 29, 2026

Briana Rose Melancon, 28, native and resident of Cut Off, LA, passed away Saturday August 29, 2026.

Briana is survived by her husband of 1 year and partner in life for over 10 years, Chas Melancon; son, Jalen Melancon; parents, Angelica “Gigi” Defelice (Cory) and Ken Defelice (Cassey); brother, Hobie John Defelice (Megan) and their children Emerie, Luke and Bennett; mother...

Gerline E. Vizier

Gerline E. Vizier

Aug 28, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gerline E. Vizier, who peacefully passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026 at the age of 95.

Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Galliano, on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 9 am until the Mass of Christian burial starting at 11 am...

Beverly Foret Hebert

Beverly Foret Hebert

Aug 27, 2026

Beverly Foret Hebert, 87, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026. She was a native of Raceland and resident of the Luling Living Center.

Relatives and friends are invited to St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church on Friday, September 4, 2026 from 9:00 am until the Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 am with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

Beverly is...

Charles Dale Slade

Charles Dale Slade

Aug 27, 2026

Charles “Dale” Slade, 71, a resident of Larose, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026.

Dale is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Debra L. Slade; daughter, Scarlet Griffin and husband, Danny; son, Ryan Slade; brother, Craig V. Slade; and his beloved grandchildren, Marisa Slade, Aleeza Griffin, Leland Griffin, and Leighton Slade.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Phillip M. Bourgeois

Phillip M. Bourgeois

Aug 26, 2026

Phillip Michael Bourgeois, 50, a native and resident of Raceland, LA, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at St. Hilary Catholic Church, Raceland, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

He is survived by...

Loria Ann Israelson

Loria Ann Israelson

Aug 24, 2026

Loria Ann Israelson, 80, native of Houma, Louisiana and resident of Golden Meadow, Louisiana passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026.

Loria is survived by her husband, together 24 beautiful years, James Israelson; brother, Curtis Compeaux (Jonel); sister, Nora Davenport (John); and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Howell and Delta Compeaux.

Loria was a truly heartwarming...

Betty Ann Champagne

Betty Ann Champagne

Aug 23, 2026

Betty Ann Champagne, 77, native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Bayou Blue, LA passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026.

Betty is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Albert Champagne; son, Allen Champagne (Angie); daughters, Priscilla Leblanc (Mike) and Charolette Brunet (Kevin); sister, Nancy Ancar (Terry); 8 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her...

Pauline Bernard Wells

Pauline Bernard Wells

Aug 23, 2026

Pauline “Nickie” Bernard Wells, 77, a native and resident of Galliano, LA, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026. Nickie is survived by her son, Chuck Wells (Karen); daughters, Nicole Danos (Terry), Lanie Bourg (Kent); grandchildren, Brad, Blake, Abram, Adler, Amris; great-grandchildren, Bree, Sawyer, Brady, Rustyn, Emma and sister, Stacy Gonzales.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 52...

Bobby Joseph Ponville

Bobby Joseph Ponville

Aug 22, 2026

Bobby Joseph Ponville, 81, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Larose, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026.

Bobby is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Verna Bourg Ponville; daughters, Bobbie Jo Crosby (Ted) and Dena Baudoin (Donald); brother, Timmy Ponville; sisters, Peggy Terrebonne (Dalton) and Debra Thibodaux (Perry); grandchildren, Jerica, Candy (Cody), Jadan (Cierra), and...

Barbara Collins Angelette

Barbara Collins Angelette

Aug 20, 2026

Barbara Collins Angelette, 76, a native of Galliano and a resident of Larose, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., with burial to follow in...

Philip "Joe" Percle Sr.

Philip "Joe" Percle Sr.

Aug 20, 2026

Philip “Joe” Percle Sr., 87, a native of Raceland, LA and a resident of Chauvin, LA passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

Philip is survived by his loving wife, of 16.5 years, Christine “Chris” Percle; sons, Philip Percle Jr. (Tonya), Kenneth Percle (Donna), Gregory Percle (Tara); daughters, Cynthia P. Martin (Terry), Jennifer Aucoin (AJ); step children, Monique Robert (Shawn), Karen...

Ranson Joseph Foret, Jr.

Ranson Joseph Foret, Jr.

Aug 19, 2026

Ranson J. Foret, Jr. 78, a native and resident of Raceland, La. went to be with his Lord and Savior.

Visitation will be Monday, September 7, 2026 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church from 9:00am until service time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with burial in the church cemetery.

Ranson is survived by his children; Tony Foret, Alice...

Adam Badeaux, Jr.

Adam Badeaux, Jr.

Aug 18, 2026

Adam Badeaux, Jr., 84 a native and resident of Bayou Gauche, LA, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Fathers House Church, 16976 Highway 90, Des Allemands, LA. Service will be at 12:00 PM.

He is survived by his step daughter, Judy Courville; step grandchildren, Monica LeBlanc,...

Jamie Michael Adams

Jamie Michael Adams

Aug 17, 2026

Jamie Michael Adams, 61, a native and lifelong resident of Raceland, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 17, 2026.

Jamie was a loving uncle, great-uncle, great-great-uncle, and cherished friend whose presence touched the lives of many. He will be deeply missed by his niece, Kristy Foret; great-nieces, Emerita Callais (Thomas), Karley Benoit, and Adriana DeCoursey (Tyler); great-great-niece,...

Chuck A. Lee

Chuck A. Lee

Aug 17, 2026

Chuck A. Lee, 59, native and resident of Galliano, passed away Monday August 17, 2026.

Mr. Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 22 years Jill Lee; sons, Codi Callais (Jessica), Nichollas Lee, Johnny Lee; daughters, Carley Lee, Gabryelle “Gabby” Lee; grandchildren, Isabelle Callais, Alexis Callais, Astor Callais, Braydin Tondreau, Oakley Lee, Brooklyn Lee, Ari Nobles; sister Martha Marie Lee;...

Miguel "T-Mig" Dardar

Miguel "T-Mig" Dardar

Aug 17, 2026

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Miguel “T-Mig” Dardar Jr., a devoted family man and beloved friend to many.

He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Lynette Dardar; Children, Skyla Fish (Gary), Miguel Dardar (Kayla), Cain Dardar (Miracle), Cory Dardar (Laurin), Tyler Dardar (Alexa) & baby girl Randi Cheramie; 18 grandchildren with 1 on...