All Obituaries

     EUNICE~Our hearts are filled with sorrow as we announce the passing of our loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, Dr. Luke John Miller on Monday, September 13, 2021, at The Carpenter House in Lafayette at the age of 90. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Monday, September 20, 2021, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice. Entombment will follow in the St. Paul Mausoleum with Father Sal Istre,...

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Richard “Ricky” Rachel announces his passing on Sunday, September 12, 2021, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, TX at the age of 64. A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, September 17, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Iota with Father Jude Thierry officiating.       Richard, known as “Ricky” to all, enjoyed his dogs, hunting and fishing. He also liked photography and to draw....

     EUNICE~ On Sunday, September 12, 2021, Vernon G. Smith, brother, uncle and friend passed away in the comfort of his home at the age of 79.  A Celebration of Vernon’s life will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice. Burial will follow in the MT. Calvary Cemetery with Pastor Brent Shoalmire, officiating.      Vernon was a farmer and enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved to...

       EUNICE ~ With heavy hearts the family of Amy Richard Doucet announces her passing on September 12, 2021, at Eunice Manor at the age of 94. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, September 13, 2021, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice. Burial will follow in the St. Edward cemetery with Deacon Gary Gaudin, officiating.       Amy worked at West Brothers for many years. Her passion was cooking and...

EUNICE - It is with heavy hearts that the family of Daniel McClure Stahl announces his passing on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at Savoy Medical Center in Mamou at the age of 64. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, September 12, 2021, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice with Brother Kim Carmouche officiating.      Daniel was one-of-a-kind, faithful servant of God. A scripture he strived to live by and encourage others...

     EUNICE~ On, Monday, September 6, 2021, Jasper J. Manuel, husband, father, stepfather, grandfather and friend, passed away suddenly at the age of 76. Graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 08, 2021, at Consolata Cemetery in Lake Charles.      Jasper served his country proudly in the United States Navy. He served on the USS Wasp. He was a life -time member of the VFW as well as the Disabled Veterans. Jasper had a kind and gentle soul,...

     Basile~It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that the family of Kenneth Roy Bushnell, Jr. announces his passing on Sunday, September 05, 2021, at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. He was 54. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Basile. Burial will follow in the Indian Village Cemetery  in Kinder with Father Keenan Brown, Celebrant.      Kenneth,...

EUNICE-It is with heavy hearts that the family of David McCraney announces his passing on Friday, September 3, 2021, at the West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 64. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 2:00 pm on Monday, September 6, 2021, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice. Burial will follow in the St. Bridget Catholic Cemetery in Lawtell with Pastor Joshua Carrier, officiating.      David’s passion was fishing and sharing the...

     EUNICE~It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mete Alpay announces his peaceful passing on Friday, September 3, 2021, in his home at the age of 74. Mete retired from LSUE as an Associate Professor of Chemistry and Area Coordinator(Chemistry and Physics) after working there for 35 years. He was passionate, thoughtful, and he loved his students. His past times include playing the guitar, writing,  and spending time with his two...

    Eunice~ On Thursday, August 26, 2021, Isabel Coker, wife, mother, sister and friend passed away at The Carpenter House in Lafayette. She was 65. A Celebration of Isabell’ life will be held at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Deacon Chuck Ortego officiating.      Isabel loved collecting many things especially dolls. She also loved cooking for her...