Forrest Fontenot, Jr., passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2016, at the age of 72.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday April 4, 2016 10:00 AM at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Mamou. Father Alphonse Thanise will officiate. Burial will follow at Ardoin Cemetery.
Forrest is survived by his wife, Maxie Manuel Fontenot of Mamou; daughter, Hazel Suzanne Manuel and husband Kenneth "Foot" of Mamou; two sons, Eddie Jay Fontenot and his wife Nicole of North
Carolina and Paul Fontenot and his wife Heather of Mamou; brother, Ted Fontenot of Drexel Hill, PA; nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Forrest Fontenot SR. and Francis Manuel Fontenot.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held on Sunday, April 3, 2016, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Quirk & Son Funeral Home. A rosary will be prayed at 6:00 PM. The funeral home will reopen on Monday at 8:00 AM for visitation until the time of service.
Quirk & Son Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

EUNICE~ It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of their beloved wife, mother, and friend, Raj Rani, at the Encore Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Crowley at the age of 52. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at Ardoin's Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice at 10:00 am on Thursday, April 07, 2016 with Father Jarnail Singh Kora officiating.
Raj will be missed by all who loved her, especially her husband, Dalbir Singh; son, Amritpal Singh; as well as many extended friends and family.
At the request of the family visitation will be held at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice on Thursday, April 7th from 8:00 am until time of services.

John Linson Ardoin passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2016, at the age of 77.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. at Quirk & Son Funeral Home.
John is survived by his companion, Myra Mathews of Pineville; three sons, Dr. Reggie Ardoin and wife Monique of Lafayette, Chris Ardoin and wife Becky of Eunice, and Pat Ardoin and wife Monique of Eunice; five sisters, Geraldine of Duralde, Beverly Fontenot, Barbara Kruzynsky, Janella Chanvert, and Janice Smith; four brothers, Lee Bert Ardoin of Ville Platte, Donald Smith, James Smith, and Michael Smith; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Lenson Ardoin and Lucy Marcantel Smith.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Quirk & Son Funeral Home in Eunice. A Sharing of Memories will be at 7:00 p.m.
The funeral home will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday for visitation until the time of service.
Quirk & Son Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Garland "Bully" Arnold passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2016, at the age of 80.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. at Quirk & Son Funeral Home in Eunice. Adam Jeffcoat will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Louis Cemetery.
Garland is survived by one daughter, Jolene Hile and husband Josh of Indiana; two sons, Tony Cowart and wife RoxAnn of Tyler, TX and Mikel Jordan of Houma; one sister, Hilda Mae Drumand;
six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Garland was preceded in death by his wife, Lurlene Dozart Arnold; his parents, Rufus H. Arnold and Grace Milstead Arnold; one son, Jeffery Lee Arnold; and three brothers, Hollis, Johnny, and JC Arnold.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held on Friday, April 8, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The funeral home will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday for visitation until the time of service.
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Dr. Anthony Mumphrey, lifelong educator, WWII Veteran and founding Chancellor of LSU-Eunice, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 06, 2016 in the comfort of his home after a short illness. Dr. Mumphrey had numerous professional accomplishments during his 94 years, but would consider his wife of 65 years, his 8 children, and his lifelong commitment to the education of American youth to be the most important achievement of his lifetime.
Dr. Mumphrey was born in St. Rose, Louisiana on October 9, 1921 to Joseph and Lena Mumphrey. He was the youngest of 6 children, one brother and four sisters. The family resided in Kenner, Louisiana where they operated a family farm growing and selling produce at the New Orleans farmers market. Dr. Mumphrey graduated from Destrehan High School in 1939. He received his Bachelor of Science and his Masters of Science degree in Vocational Agricultural Education with majors in agronomy and animal science from LSU in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Dr. Mumphrey began his teaching career at Enon High School in 1945 after serving three years in the U.S. Army during World War II in the Pacific Campaign. He taught at Gonzales High School from 1945 to 1957 and was principal of Dutchtown High School from 1957 to 1963. He completed work on his Ph.D. in vocational agricultural education at LSU in 1956 and was appointed dean of the newly established branch of LSU in Eunice, Louisiana in 1965. He was promoted to Chancellor of the university in 1977. Dr. Mumphrey guided planning of the campus, assembled the initial faculty and staff, and developed the administrative structure and continued to lead the university until his retirement in 1988.
Dr. Mumphrey set the goal to make LSU-Eunice a comprehensive community college, serving all segments of the population in addition to traditional four-year college students. During his more than two decades as head administrator of the college, Dr. Mumphrey worked to expand the physical facilities to accommodate the growing enrollment. His early leadership is reflected today in continued success of LSU-Eunice as one of the most successful branches of the LSU system.
In addition to his tenure with LSU-Eunice, and the various High Schools in Louisiana, Dr. Mumphrey has served as a consultant or chairperson of more than 50 reviewing committees of self-studies conducted by secondary schools and colleges and universities for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. He represented the State of Louisiana and the State Superintendent of Education at the National Conference of Educators held in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Dr. Mumphrey co-authored Essential Aspects of Career Planning and Development in 1969 with a second edition published in 1977. The major purpose of the book is to assist individuals in making occupational choice preparing for and entering into the work world, adjusting to conditions of work and advancing in job responsibility. His book, as well as his tireless work within the educational field over his lifetime, reflected his belief that, ''only though preparation can one approach their full potential''.
Dr. Mumphrey's commitment to education and preparation was never more evident than in the manner he and his wife, Amelie raised their 8 children. With the lessons learned, and example of two loving parents, all have achieved and are living productive and successful lives in careers of their choosing, and have gone on to raise children of their own.
Dr. Mumphrey is survived by seven children, Joseph Scott Mumphrey and wife, Suzanne of Indianapolis, IN, Ray Anthony Mumphrey and wife, Verna D. and Michael Louis Mumphrey and wife, Kaprice all of Baton Rouge, Robert Neil Mumphrey and wife, Amber of Schertz, TX, Peggy Mumphrey Broussard of Gonzales, Robbie Anne Savoy and husband, L.D. and Terri Fuselier and husband, Jerry all of Eunice; thirteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Amelie Robert Mumphrey; parents, Joseph and Lena Yenni Mumphrey; daughter, Linda Mumphrey; grandson, Tristan Mumphrey; brother, Sam Mumphrey; and four sisters, Laura Smith, Melba Gross, Francis Bonura and Mary Kish.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice on Friday, April 8th from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm and again on Saturday, April 9th from 8:00 until time of services at 10:00 am at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice. with Msgr. Robert Romero Celebrant. Deacon Gary Gaudin will recite a Rosary at 6:00 pm Friday evening.

Joseph Godfrey Miller passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016, at the age of 80.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Eunice. Msg. Robert Romero will officiate. Burial will follow at Miller Cemetery
in Eunice.
Joseph is survived by his wife, Beverly Mudd Miller of Eunice; three sons, John Miller and wife Ann Marie of Lake Charles, Joey Miller and wife Rachelle of Iota, and Michael Miller and wife Daniella of
Eunice; three daughters, Joann M. Andrepont and husband Charles of Iota, Mary M. Fuselier and husband Ryan of Eunice, and Stephanie McCoy and husband Ryan of Eunice; three brothers,
Dr. A.C. Miller of Eunice, R.H. Bobby Miller of Eunice, and Harris Miller of Colorado; two sisters, Theresa M. Seal of Eunice and Beverly M. Longman of Maurice; thirteen grandchildren; and two
great-grandchildren.
Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, Alexandre C. Miller, Sr. and Ola Young Miller.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Eunice. A Rosary will be prayed at 12:30 p.m. by the Catholic Daughters.
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JOHNSON CITY, N.Y. ~ Portia Lynn Troupe of Johnson City, NY died on Monday April 4, 2016. She was born Feb 29, 1952 in Shelbyville, TN.
Survivors include her husband Donald Troupe of Johnson City; son Greg H. Troupe daughter Alexandria Troupe both of Binghamton; brother-in-law and sister-in-law James P. and Corinne Troupe; and cousins.
She was saved at 15 and joined the Garrison Forks Baptist Church in Beach Grove TN. She was raised by her aunt and uncle Rex and Hazel Shelton and graduated from Central High School in 1970. She was a school teacher. Portia was teased her entire life for her size. As she often said “dynamite comes in small packages”. She was a mother to all and a mentor to everyone, helping people regardless of the hour. She died as she lived, helping others. She was a member of the CrossPoint Community Church, Binghamton.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday April 16 at 3:00pm at the CrossPoint Community Church 1 Grand Blvd. Binghamton, NY. Rev. Marsh Sorber will officiate.
The family will receive friends on Saturday at 2:00 pm until the time of the service at the church. Flowers are appreciated or donations in her memory may be made to a Memorial Fund at the CrossPoint Community Church 1 Grand Blvd. Binghamton NY 13905.

Hilton "Sak" Ray Bergeaux passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2016, at the age of 62.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. at Quirk & Son Funeral Home in Eunice. Pastors Dennis and Keith Gotreaux will officiate.
Burial will follow at Fuselier Cemetery in Eunice.
Hilton is survived by his wife, Sandra Bergeron Bergeaux of Eunice; four sons, Toby J. Thibodeaux and wife Jamie of Eunice, Shawn P. Bergeaux and wife Stephanie of Carencro, Joseph Thibodeaux and wife Tiffany of Eunice, and Robert Thibodeaux of Eunice; three daughters, Melissa Fontenot and husband Brandon of Pineville, Kristy Fontenot and husband Shawn of Eunice, and Jessica Dixon of Alexandria; three brothers, George Bergeaux of Iota, Ricky Bergeaux of Lafayette, and Robert Bergeaux of Tioga; two sisters, Elnora Doyle and husband Reverend Doug of Eunice and Anita Andrus and husband Gilbert "Pud" of Eunice; twenty-six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Hilton was preceded in death by his parents, George Bergeaux and Jenna Mae Dozart Bergeaux and four brothers, Phillip, Gerald, Everette, and Hardy Bergeaux.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held on Monday, April 11, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. and will be open all night.

OPELOUSAS ~ Verne Kelly Fletcher, Jr., age 78, of Lawtell, LA went to be with our Lord after passing away peacefully at his residence on April 10th, 2016. He will be forever loved, remembered, and missed by all who knew him. 
Verne was born on December 22, 1938, in Alexandria, Louisiana, to Verne K. Fletcher, Sr. and Neva Hamilton. He graduated high school from the Acadian Baptist Academy in 1956 and the University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1961. He married Joycelyn Young in 1959 and they resided in St. Landry Parish together for 57 years. Verne began his career as a high school teacher but had a passion for flying. In the early 1970’s, he became a certified Aerospace Education Instructor, Flight Instructor and Commercial Pilot, and in 1974, he helped launch the first high school Aviation Science Program in the state of Louisiana. In 1978, he pursued a full time flying career flying corporate aircraft for local oil companies and later founded an oil field equipment rental business and oil production company which he owned and operated through the late 1980’s. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Opelousas where he served as a deacon and Sunday School Teacher. 
He is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Fletcher; daughter, Karen Chambliss and her husband, Steve, of Aiken, South Carolina; daughter Rhonda Fletcher Laster and her husband Will of Holdenville, Oklahoma; and son, Verne K. (Kenny) Fletcher, III and his wife Stacey of Katy, Texas. He is also survived by his loving grandchildren Jared Chambliss and his wife Aimee; Erica Chambliss; Breyanna Harriman and her husband Eric; Brennan Gordon; and Ashley and Kelly Fletcher and great-granddaughter Evangeline Chambliss. 
Honoring Verne as pallbearers are Charlton Fort, Steve Chambliss, Will Laster, Jared Chambliss, Brennan Gordon, and Eric Harriman. Honorary pallbearers are Carey Brinkman, Zack Young and Jack Tolson. 
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, Opelousas. 3838 I-49 S Service Rd, Opelousas, LA 70570. 
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, Opelousas. Officiating will be Dr. Perry C. Hubbs. 
Visitation will be at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home at 2845 South Union Street in Opelousas from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 and from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Thursday, April 14, 2016.

PORT BARRE - Graveside funeral services for Clifford Joseph Lintzen will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Port Barre. Rev. Fr. Gary Schexnayder will officiate the services.
Cliff was a resident of Port Barre, LA, and passed away on April 10, 2016, at his home at the age of 76. He was born in Eunice, LA, on September 29, 1939.
He was a graduate of Eunice High School and held a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from University of Louisiana at Lafayette, LA. He was a retired School Administrator from Lafayette Parish School District with 32.5 years of service.
He was married to Margie McGee Lintzen for 32 years and they resided in Port Barre, LA.
Cliff was an avid golf player who also enjoyed fishing and hunting. He enjoyed visiting with people to discuss family and current events. His favorite pastime was watching his children and grandchildren perform and/or compete in athletic activities. He was an accomplished reader who was a regular at the local library checking out or ordering the latest novels for his reading pleasure.
He is survived by his son, Todd Lintzen and his wife, Tracey of Bridge City, TX; daughters, Jessica Chasson of Carencro; and Allison Lintzen, of Robeline; stepdaughter, Monique Louviere and her husband, Chris of Opelousas; stepson, Chas Babin, of Opelousas; brother, Wilbert “Buddy” Lintzen and wife, Anita Malcolm Lintzen of Midland, TX; his grandchildren, Trevor Lintzen, Trent Lintzen, Morgan Louviere, Bryce Louviere, Lacy Prudhomme, Heidi Prudhomme, Zack Prudhomme, Chasity Chasson, Ashley Castille, Anna Castille, Abby Castille, and Scotty Castille; and numerous great-greatgrandchildren.
Cliff was preceded in death by his father, Frank Lintzen of Eunice, LA; mother, Inez Savoy Lintzen of Basile, LA; sister, Ruth Lintzen Fontenot of Eunice; and brother-in-law, Harry Fontenot of Eunice.
Graveside Services will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery, 403 N. Saizan Ave., in Port Barre, LA, with a celebration of life for family and friends at the American Legion Hall, 261 Bayou Rd, Port Barre, immediately following the graveside service.
In lieu of floral arrangements, the family is asking that books be donated on behalf of Clifford Lintzen to the Port Barre Public library.
Words of Comfort to the family may be expressed at www.sibillefuneralhomes.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sibille Funeral Home of Port Barre.

EUNICE~It is with heavy hearts that the family of Dwight Young announces his passing on Friday, April 15, 2016 at Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings at the age of 88. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Monday, April 18, 2016 at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice. Burial will follow in the Rougeau Cemetery with Deacon Chuck Ortego officiating.
Dwight proudly served his country in the United States Army in the Korean War. He was an artist, banker and he loved to travel but most of all he loved his family. He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved his especially his brother, Errol Young of Lanse Meg; nieces, Elizabeth G. LeJeune and husband, Neil of Eunice and Gwendolyn Humbarger and husband, Douglas of Jennings as well as many friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Evarest and Vinna Rougeau Young.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice on Sunday, April 17th from 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm and again on Monday, April 18th from 8:00 am until time of services. A Rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm Sunday evening.

"I have competed well, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there awaits for me a crown of righteousness, not only for me but for all who wait on His appearance."
It is with great sadness that the family of Melvin Joseph Fontenot announces his passing. Melvin passed into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at The Carpenter House in Lafayette, LA. at the age of 92.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at 3:00 PM at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Ville Platte. Burial will follow in the Evangeline Memorial Park Cemetery with Father Mitchell Guidry officiating services. The family requests that visitation be observed at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Ville Platte beginning on Tuesday at 8:30 AM until time of service, with a Rosary to be recited at 2:30 PM.
Melvin is survived by his wife Jessie Rene L. Fontenot of Ville Platte; his children Martha Jonetta F. Thompson and husband David, Francis K. Fontenot, Charlotte F. Savoy and husband Arthur, and Joe Fontenot and wife Sue all of Lafayette; four step-children, Billie Jean Vidrine of Ville Platte, Keith McDaniel and wife Coopey of Eunice, Benjie Gaspard and husband Mike of Quitman, and Kevin McDaniel and wife Jamie of Ville Platte; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and one brother Dalbis Fontenot of Ville Platte.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Savio Fontenot and Ella McGee Fontenot, his first wife, Barbara ''Butch'' Deshotels Fontenot, brother Ezema Fontenot and two sisters, Earline Fontenot and Betty F. Sylvester.
Melvin Joseph Fontenot was a native of Point Blue, Louisiana and was a resident of Ville Platte for most of his life. He was a Veteran of the military, proudly serving in the United States Army during WWII. Melvin worked as an Instrument Mechanic for the Cabot Corporation in Ville Platte for over 30 years. He was a past member of the Woodmen of the World and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed camping, visiting with friends, going to the casino and spending time with his family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
The family would like to give special thanks to The Carpenter House for their kindness, compassion and devoted care to Melvin and his family during their time of need.
View the obituary and guestbook online at www.ardoinfuneralhome.com
Ardoin's Funeral Home, 709 W. Main Street, Ville PLatte, LA. 70586, 337-363-2181, has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Kathy Lalonde Vige passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2016, at the age of 64.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. at Quirk & Son Funeral Home in Eunice. Deacon David Guillory will officiate. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery
in Eunice.
Kathy is survived by three sons, Francis Vige and wife Cynthia of Eunice, Shannon Vige and wife Rhonda of Eunice, and Brian Vige and wife Simone of Eunice; two brothers, Kenneth Lalonde and
wife Jackie of Eunice and Danny Lalonde and wife Angie of Eunice; two sisters, Diane Daigle and husband Carole of Eunice and Eva Lalonde of Eunice; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Kathy was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Vige and her parents, Ogden Lalonde and Hilda Lejeune Lalonde.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held on Monday, April 18, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
A Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. by Deacon David Guillory. The funeral home will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday for visitation until the time of service.
Quirk & Son Funeral is in charge of the arrangements.

BASILE~It is with great sadness that the family of Thilman Ardoin announces his passing on the morning of Monday, April 18, 2016 at The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge at the age of 88. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 21, 2016 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Basile. Entombment will follow in the St. Augustine Mausoleum with Father David Hebert Celebrant.
A proud veteran, Thilman Ardoin, PFC served in the United States Army in World War II. He loved to fish, hunt and gardening but most of all he loved his family especially his wife of 64 years, Dorothy Granger Ardoin of Basile, his four sons, Mike Ardoin and wife, Pam of Pineville, Larry Ardoin and wife, Alicia of New Roads, Justin Ardoin and wife, Traci of Lake Charles and Ron Ardoin and wife, Deidre of Lafayette; a brother, Julius Ardoin of Basile. He was a loving grandfather to six grandchildren and three great grandchildren; as well as extended family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jimmie and Anna Bertrand Ardoin; two brothers and four sisters.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Basile on Wednesday, April 20th from 2:00 pm until 9:00 pm and again on Thursday, April 21st from 8:00 am until time of services. Father David Hebert will recite a Rosary at 6:00 pm Wednesday evening.

EUNICE~It is with great sadness that the family of Laurrie "Lottie" Babineaux announces her passing on Thursday, April 21, 2016 at Eunice Manor at the age of 86. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 2:00 pm on Friday, April 22, 2016 at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice. Entombment will follow in the St. Paul Mausoleum with Father Wayne Duet officiating.
Laurrie known as "Lottie" to all who knew her loved to fish and dance. She was a part of the Nifty Fifty's dance team. She enjoyed oil painting, sewing, crochet, gardening and crafts. She will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved her especially her son, Luther Miller of Richard; two daughters, Doreen Miller and husband, Chester Wimberley of Eunice and Pamela Jackson and husband, Kenneth of Lake Charles; a brother, Shelton Babineaux of Lake Charles; sister, Agnes Miller of Indian Village; step sister, Lucy Fontenot and sister-in-law Mechico Ardoin both of Lake Charles; special family friend, Rosa Miller of Richard; five grandchildren, Angela Comeaux, Susan Tabbytosavit, Shelley Miller, Cindy Miller and Lucas Miller; fourteen great grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Anastasia Lavergne Babineaux; a son, Russell P. Miller; brother, C.J. Babineaux and a step brother, Burnell Ardoin.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice on Friday, April 22nd from 9:00 am until time of services. Deacon David Guillory will recite a Rosary at 11:00 am Friday morning.

BASILE~The family announces with heavy hearts, the passing of Edna Marie Schwartzenburg Redlich on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Lafayette General Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was 90. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 1:00 pm on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Basile. Burial will follow in the St. Augustine Cemetery with Father David Hebert Celebrant.
Edna was a homemaker and devoted her life to the care of her family. She loved working in her community. She was a member of the Ladies Altar Society, and was a Daily World and Basile Weekly correspondent. She was a volunteer with the Acadia Parish food for the elderly, and she was active with the Louisiana Swine Festival and St. Augustine Catechism program when it began. She loved Mardi Gras, sewing and cooking but most of all she was a loving and caring mother. She is survived by three children, Dionne Bordelon and husband, Clay and Lyle Redlich and wife, Tina all of Basile and Lowell Redlich and wife, Mona of Eunice. She was blessed with eighteen grandchildren, Aimee C. Carr, D'Ane C. Chambers, Darren Redlich, Roxann R. Brister, Reagan Redlich, Devin Redlich, Shannon Bordelon, Jevin Bordelon, Seth Bordelon, Rebekah B. Miller, Caitlin R. Clark, Hannah Redlich, Gunther Redlich, Hans Redlich, Emily Redlich, Ian Redlich, Austin LeBlanc and Andrew LeBlanc and twenty one great grandchildren as well as extended family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Oris Redlich; a son, Dwaine Redlich; a daughter, Jeanne Savant and her parents, John Ziah and V Gosselin Schwartzenburg; three brothers, Allen, Jim and Albert Schwartzenburg; four sisters, Adele S. Fisher, Rose S. Placette, Irene Schwartzenburg and Velma S. Rasberry.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Basile on Friday, April 22nd from 1:00 pm until 9:00 pm and again on Saturday, April 23rd from 8:00 am until time of services. Father David Hebert will recite a Rosary at 6:00 pm Friday evening.

EUNICE-Funeral services for Clyde Cole, 82, was held at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Freedom Missionary Baptist Church in Eunice, LA. Visitation was observed from 8:00 am until service time. Burial was in the Eunice North Cemetery in Eunice, LA.
On Friday, April 15, 2016, at Eunice Manor in Eunice, LA, Clyde quietly and peacefully entered into eternal rest leaving behind precious and loving memories.
Cherishing fond memories of him will be his daughters: Gwendolyn A. Johnson of Houston, TX and Henri Mae Winn of Tampa, FL; one son: Robert L. Cummings of Portland, OR; four sisters: Carrie Poullard, Alice Lavan, Beatrice Smith and Clara B. James all of Eunice, LA; one brother-in-law: Lionel Cummings; 10 grandchildren: 11 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great granddaughter; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Owens-Thomas Funeral Home of Eunice was in charge of arrangements.

IOTA - Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home, Iota for Billy James Manuel, 65, who died Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 9:50 p.m.
Billy was a native of Oberlin and longtime resident of Richey. He was a drilling consultant at the time of his death and for 46 years traveled all over the world with his work in the oil industry. He loved to deer and duck hunt and enjoyed the occasional round of golf. He enjoyed spending time on his tractor and being home on his patio with family and friends. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Pastor Gary Dardar, Pastor of River of Life Church, officiated for the services. The family requested visiting hours Monday from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. to service time. Burial was in St. Joseph Mausoleum in Iota.
Billy is survived by his wife of 45 years, Karen Pousson Manuel of Eunice; one daughter, Kylie M. Mitchell and husband Elliot of Crowley; two sons, Mardy James Manuel and wife Kristi of Iota; Ryan Joseph Manuel and wife Jill of Eunice; one sister, Maxine West of Eunice; two brothers, Karl Manuel of Eunice and Chris Manuel of Houston, TX; nine grandchildren, Skylar Manuel, Ashlyn Manuel, Erika Manuel, Alayna Manuel, Madison Manuel, Allie Manuel, Evan Mitchell, Carson Mitchell and Dillan Mitchell.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubay and Yvonne Leger Manuel.
Pallbearers were Connor Bergeron, Cameron Bergeron, Tommy Pousson, Glenn Pousson, Chris Manuel and Harold Breaux.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.geesey-ferguson.com
Arrangements were entrusted to Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home, 509 Duson Avenue, Iota, LA 70543, 337-779-2669.

Ella Mae Thibodeaux Fontenot passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016, at the age of 81.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice on Thursday, April 28, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. Msg. Robert Romero will officiate. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Eunice.
Ella is survived by her husband, Horace Fontenot of Eunice; one daughter, Linda Langley and husband Bubba of Elton; three sons, Bobby Fontenot of Baton Rouge, Gary Fontenot and wife Celina of Chataignier, and Steven Fontenot of Eunice; two brothers, Elton Thibodeaux of Eunice and Newman Thibodeaux of Eunice; thirteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren.
Ella was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar Thibodeaux and Corinne Guidry Thibodeaux; one sister, Joyce Thibodeaux; and five brothers, JB Thibodeaux, Effery Thibodeaux, Clinton Thibodeaux, Nolton Thibodeaux, and Elizey Thibodeaux.
At the request of the family, visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Quirk & Son Funeral Home in Eunice. A Rosary will be prayed with time pending. The funeral home will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday for visitation until the time of service.
Quirk & Son Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

RAYNE ~ Funeral services for Mrs Marie Shirley McClelland will be held Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 10:00 am at Our Mother of Mercy Shrinein Rayne, LA, with burial following at Our Mother of Mercy Cemetery in Rayne, LA. Father Robert Wagner will officiate at the service.
Mrs. McClelland passed away at 2:50 pm, April 23, 2016 at Lafayette General Medical Center.
Mrs. Marie “Shirley’’ McClelland was a lifetime member of Our Mother of Mercy Shrine where she enjoyed singing in the choir. She was a devoted wife for 54 years. As a mother of (6) six children, she made motherhood her top priority. She loved gardening, television, music and reading.
Survivors include her husband, Mr. Frederick McClelland of Rayne; four sons: Richard Lee McClelland (Delia) of Rayne, Anthony Jay McClelland (Cassandra) of Richmond, VA, Adam McClelland (Jacqueline) of Raeford, NC, and Wade Lucus McClelland (Amber) of Dallas, TX; daughter, Kathy Marie Pickney (Patrick) of Fayetteville, NC; 12 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.
Mrs McClelland is preceded in death by her parents: father, Robert Caffery Carmouche, Sr., mother, Ida M. Mouton Carmouche; and one son, Danny James McClelland.
Pallbearers will be: Anthony McClelland, Adam McClelland, Patrick Pickney, Alvin Handy, Ryan Charles, Olan “Weezu’’ White, Greg Minix, and Joseph Wiltz.
Frank Brothers Funeral Home, 150 Town Home Drive, Eunice, LA, (337) 457-7533 is in charge of arrangements.