EUNICE- It is with heavy hearts that the family of Paul E. Dietrich, Jr. announces his passing on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the age of 76 at the Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria with his family by his side. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice with Deacon Gary Gaudin officiating.

Paul was born on December 13, 1949, in Opelousas, Louisiana, to the late Paul and Mary Emma Dietrich. He was an avid motorcyclist and was a member of the John Wayne Motorcycle Club.

Paul will be missed by all who knew and loved him, especially his wife of fifty-five years, Diane Stoute Dietrich of Eunice; his son, Van Clay Dietrich and wife, Dami of Point Verda, FL; his daughter, Krista Stelly and husband, James of Lawtell; his grandchildren, Alex Stelly and wife, Kylie, Aidan Stelly, Tayler Dietrich, and Emma Dietrich; as well as extended family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Paula Dietrich.

At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 9:00 am until time of services. Deacon Gary Gaudin will pray a rosary at 12:30 pm on Saturday.

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

Ardoin's Funeral Home of Eunice, 1301 West Laurel, (337)457-3371 is in charge of arrangements.