Barbara Ann Pelloquin

Barbara Ann Pelloquin, born on October 15, 1937, in Eunice, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025, at Oaklane Nursing Home, surrounded by her beloved family. She was 88 years old.

The daughter of the late JD and Femie Hargroder, Barbara's life was marked by her unwavering faith and deep commitment to her family. She was a devoted member of the St. Augustine Catholic Church, where she taught religion and actively engaged with her community. Barbara was also proud to be a member of the Catholic Daughters and the Ladies Alter Society, and participated in the "God and Coffee" ministry and the Farmerettes, contributing her time and talents with enthusiasm.

Barbara was married to her late husband, Jimmie Pelloquin, with whom she shared many cherished moments, particularly enjoying fishing and camping. Together, they built a family rooted in love and faith, values that Barbara continued to promote throughout her life.

As a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Barbara was deeply loved and will be missed by her surviving family members. She leaves behind her sons, Kirk Pelloquin and wife Sue of Basile, Brent Pelloquin and wife Roxanne of Lake Charles, and Mark Pelloquin and wife Amy of Fort Collins, CO; her daughter, Belinda Aguillard and husband Gordon of Basile; and her brothers, Jeff Hargroder and wife Jeanie of Lafayette, Terry Hargroder and wife Linda of Mobile, AL, and Derral Hargroder and wife Theresa of Lake Charles.

Her legacy further extends to her grandchildren, including Shawn Aguillard and fiancée Julie, Blake Aguillard and wife Angela, Dane Aguillard and wife Karen, Amy Rae Willard and husband Jamie, Monica Pelloquin, Dustin Pelloquin and fiancée Rachel, Kerrie Pelloquin, Trenton Pelloquin and wife Carly, Lindsey Woodling and husband Joel, Derek Pelloquin, Brittney Pelloquin and significant other Justin Martin, Megan Spencer and husband Jordan, Regan Pelloquin and husband Cade, Dru Chapell and husband Jared, Taksin Pelloquin, as well as her many great-grandchildren, including Briana, Caden, Lyla, Lily, Jemma, Jett, Niko, Asa, Jaci, Brenan, Hunter, Ethan and fiancée Macie, Jeslyn, Easton, Rhett, Haven, Arden, Luke, Chase, Kate, Ty, Mckenzie, Emma, Logan, Ava, Kaiya, Kinley, Cohen, James, and her great-great-grandchild, Ella.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jimmie Pelloquin, her sister Pris Rider, and her infant son Emmanuel Pelloquin.

Her love for cooking and baking filled many hearts and gatherings, creating lasting memories through her culinary gifts. A deeply religious person, she found comfort in praying the rosary, an activity that brought her much peace throughout her life. Barbara's devotion to her family and her faith was unwavering, and she instilled those same values in all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Friends and family are invited to honor her memory during the following services at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Basile, Louisiana. Visitation will be held on December 11, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, followed by a Rosary at 6:00 PM by the Catholic Daughters. Additional visitation will be available on December 12, 2025, at 7:00 AM, leading to a service at St. Augustine Catholic Church at 10:00 AM, concluding with a celebration of her life with Father Keenan Brown officiating.

Barbara Ann Pelloquin will be remembered not only for her wonderful qualities as a mother, grandmother, and friend but also for the warmth and kindness she shared with everyone she encountered. Her spirit and legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those she loved and who loved her in return.

Family and friends are invited to visit Barbara's obituary and sign the guestbook at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Basile is in charge of arrangements, located at 1210 South Ryan, (337) 432-6726.

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