Obituaries
Eunice, Basile & Iota, Louisiana Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Eunice, Basile & Iota, Louisiana & Surrounding Areas
Joseph "Ray" Aucoin
Sep 12, 2026
Joseph “Ray” Aucoin passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Eunice at the age of 88. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anthony Catholic Church on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow in the St. Thomas More Cemetery with Father Hampton Davis officiating services.
Ray was born on Friday, September 2, 1938,...
Cynthia "Cindy" Darbonne
Sep 10, 2026
Cynthia M. Darbonne, of Basile, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 14, 2026, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, with Father Brown officiating. Interment will follow at St. Augustine Mausoleum.
Cindy was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was...
Alice Louise LaFleur
Sep 5, 2026
Alice LaFleur, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
A visitation will take place on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Basile from 9AM until time of services. A rosary will be prayed...
Barbara Guillory
Sep 4, 2026
Dr. Barbara L. Guillory, , Ph.D., CCC-SLP, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026, in Bronxville, New York, following a long illness. She was 85 years old. A dedicated educator, researcher, and champion for children from diverse communities, She leaves behind a legacy of education, leadership, and service.
The third of seven children of Ashton Paul Guillory and Mary Viola Guillory,...
Ronald Coker
Sep 3, 2026
Ronald “Ronnie” Coker passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2026, with his immediate family by his side. Ronnie will be remembered as a hardworking man with a big heart, a love for the outdoors, and a personality that made him truly one of a kind.
A time of visitation will be held at Ardoin Funeral Home in Eunice on Thursday,...
Amy Lou Miller
Sep 1, 2026
Amy Lou Miller, born on July 7, 1966 in Crowley, LA, passed away with her loving family by her side on September 1, 2026. A proud mother, wife, and friend, Amy's legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
John Winston Johnson
Aug 25, 2026
John Winston Johnson, a respected attorney, businessman, community servant, and lifelong resident of the Basile area, passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 81.
John was born October 5, 1944, to Maeus Johnson and Lelma Rozas Johnson and grew up in the Duralde area north of Basile in very humble circumstances. Cajun French was his first language, and...
Florence Marie Bihm
Aug 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of Florence Marie Bihm, affectionately known by many as “Flo,” on Monday, August 24, 2026. While her passing leaves a great void in the hearts of those who loved her, we are grateful for the memories, laughter, and special moments she shared with her family throughout her...
Bertha Fruge Turner
Aug 14, 2026
EUNICE~It is with heavy hearts that the family of Bertha Fruge Turner announces her passing on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Eunice Manor at the age of 91. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at St. Edward Catholic Church in Richard. Burial will follow in the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Cemetery...
David "Beechie" Leckelt
Aug 10, 2026
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...
Valley Paul Vidrine, Jr.
Aug 9, 2026
EUNICE- It is with heavy hearts that the family of Valley Vidrine, Jr. announces his passing on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at his home with family by his side at the age of 82. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice. Burial will follow...
Bonnie Vidrine Taylor
Aug 8, 2026
EUNICE ~ Bonnie Vidrine Taylor, of Eunice, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, August 8, 2026, leaving behind a loving family and countless cherished memories.
Visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 1:00 PM until the time of services. A Rosary will be prayed by Deacon Gary Gaudin at 2:30 PM, followed...
James G. Hebert
Aug 7, 2026
Basile~ It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the sudden passing of James G. Hebert, on Friday, August 07, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories at the age of 79. Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Basile beginning at 10:00 am, followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 pm at Ardoin’s...
"Cat Cat"
Aug 7, 2026
EUNICE~It is with heavy hearts that the family of Cataleya “Cat Cat” Reece Mott announces her passing on August 7, 2026, at Manning Family Children’s Hospital in New Orleans at the age of 4. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice. Burial will follow in...
Willie Courville
Aug 6, 2026
Willie Courville, a lifelong resident of Eunice, was born on August 13, 1940, in Eunice, Louisiana. She was welcomed into the gates of Heaven on Thursday, August 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
A visitation will be held in her honor on Monday, August 10, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice. A Rosary...
DeEtte Denette
Aug 6, 2026
BASILE~It is with heavy hearts that the family of DeEtte Person Denette announces her passing on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at her home at the age of 53. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Basile. Burial will follow in St. Augustine Cemetery...
Mickey James Guillory
Aug 3, 2026
EUNICE ~ It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mickey James Guillory announces his passing on Monday, August 3, 2026, at his home with family by his side at the age of 86. Funeral Services will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Eunice United Pentecostal Church. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvary...
Kaitlin "K.K." LeBleu Bielstein
Aug 1, 2026
EUNICE~It is with heavy hearts that the family of Kaitlin “K.K.” LeBleu Bielstein announces her passing on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria at the age of 37. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice. Burial will follow in...
Katina Marie Carriere
Jul 31, 2026
EUNICE~It is with heavy hearts that the family of Katina Marie Carriere announces her passing on Friday, July 31, 2026, at her home in Eunice at the age of 61. A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Eunice.
Katina was born on December 5, 1964, in Eunice,...
Jennifer T. Fox
Jul 30, 2026
IOTA~It is with heavy hearts that the family of Jennifer T. Fox announces her passing on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at her home at the age of 66. A service dedicated to Jennifer’s life will be celebrated at Grace Community Baptist Church, 212 Mamou Prairie Road, Iota, LA 70543 on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at 2:00 pm with Pastor Kevin...
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