IOTA~It is with heavy hearts that the family of David Leckelt announces his passing on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Lafayette General Medical Center at the age of 69. Visitation will begin on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Iota at 11:00am followed by a Celebration of Life at 3:00 pm with Brother Donnie officiating.

David, known as “Beechie”, was born on October 5, 1956, in Jennings, Louisiana to the late William and Opal Deshotel Leckelt. A true Cajun at heart, Beechie found his peace on the bayou, living life barefoot and with a love for cooking, hunting, and fishing. His spirit and passion for the simple pleasures of life will be deeply missed.

Beechie leaves behind his son, David Fruge of Evangeline; his brother, Manny Leckelt and wife, Cindy of Iota; his sister, Mona Leckelt of Gotts Cove; his grandchildren, Destiny Deaville, Darian Murry, Tristen LeBlue, Rachelle Deaville, Devon Deaville, Olesia LeBlue; his great grandchildren, Sawyer Murry, Alicia Deaville, Jayden Deaville, Zayden Deaville, Kaizen Deaville, Remi McCallon, Aizley Deaville, and one on the way; as well as extended family and friends.

Beechie was preceded in death by his parents; daugthers, Alicia Fruge and Alesia Dietz; and many siblings.

Family and friends may view this obituary and sign the guestbook at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com

Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Iota, 840 Howard St. (337)779.3083 is in charge of arrangements.