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A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the Matthews Funeral Home in Jennings, LA, for Ms. Anna Lou Richard Fontenot, 84, who passed away late Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Camelot Brookside Nursing Home in Jennings, LA. Visitation will be held on Thursday,...

Mitchell Fontenot, a true Ville Platte original born on August 7, 1963, decided to take the ultimate gardening break and shuffled off this mortal coil on March 25, 2026, in St. Landry. He left behind tire tracks with his love for old Bronco pickup, running the backroads. He was a big hearted man...

Anthony Fontenot 62, of Beaumont, TX; passed Apr. 01, 2026 Services are pending. Proctor's Mortuary - Beaumont, is in charge of final arrangements, 3522 Washington Blvd. Beaumont, TX. 77705 (409) 840-2022.The guest book can be signed; words of comfort and condolences for the family can be left at...

James Fontenot departed this life February 16, 2026. Visitation Saturday February 28, 2026, from 9-11am. Funeral Mass 11am. Services will be held at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church 6005 N. Wayside Dr. Interment and Military Honors will be held Monday March 2, 2026, at 10:15am. @ Houston National...

Mildred Fontenot passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. The family is being cared for by Combre Funeral Home - Lake Charles.

Guy Fontenot, a beloved member of the community and a kind and giving person, passed away on February 14, 2026, at the age of 59. Born on August 30, 1966, Guy's life was a testament to his passion for engaging with the world around him and sharing joy with those he loved. He is survived by...

Murray Fontenot, a lifelong educator, coach, and cherished member of the Kinder community, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at the age of 83. For many years, Murray devoted his life to teaching sixth grade, at Kinder, where he shaped generations of students not only academically, but...

David Fontenot passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. The family is being cared for by Marshall Funeral Home - Natchez.

James Ricky Fontenot passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The family is being cared for by Colligan Crematory & Funeral Services.

Sharon Fontenot 12/01/1944 - 11/20/2025 Sharon McCombs Fontenot of Sugar Land, Texas, passed away at age 80 on Thursday, November 20, 2025 with her immediate family comforting her. Sharon was born in Alexandria, Louisiana, on December 1, 1944, to Clifford McCombs and Betty (née Phillips) McCombs....

Elaine Fontenot passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025. The family is being cared for by Lakeside Funeral Home.

Irene Evans Fontenot was born on November 6, 1935, to Charles Evans Sr. and Hazel Sennette in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She was raised in Rayne, Louisiana, where she attended Acadia Parish Training School and was a faithful member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church. Irene welcomed her first...

Lois Gayle Fontenot passed away on September 10, 2025, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Lois dedicated 35 years of her life to the nursing profession, a testament to her commitment to caring for others. Her long and devoted career left a lasting impact on those she served and worked alongside....

Eura Fontenot passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025. The family is being cared for by Duhon Funeral Home - Crowley.

Russell Fontenot, 85, of Nederland, died Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born December 17, 1939, to Agnes Chapman and Lee Fontenot, in Jennings, Louisiana. Russell graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School, Port Arthur, Texas in 1959. Then joined the United States Navy the same year. He also...

Ville Platte- Funeral services for Ivy Fontenot, 92, will be held on Saturday September 27, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. with wake service beginning at 8:00 A.M. at Owens-Thomas Funeral Home in Ville Platte, LA . On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, the angels of the Lord welcomed Ivy Fontenot, into his...

Casey Elizabeth Fontenot passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in Lafayette, Louisiana at the age of 36. Casey, a loving daughter, mother, and sister was born on Thursday, May 18, 1989, in Ville Platte and strived for excellence in everything she did. Casey earned her master's degree in...

Shirley Fontenot passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. The family is being cared for by Watson-Milton Funeral Home - Trenton.

Abbeville-A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Francois Sainte-Marie will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday April 1, 2026 at St. Theresa of The Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Shirley Frederick Fontenot, 81, who passed away on Monday March 30, 2026 at her residence....

Roger D. Fontenot passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026. The family is being cared for by Edmonds & Evans Funeral Homes - Portage Chapel.

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Sharon K. Fontenot announces her passing on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the age of 81 with family and friends at her side. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 12:00 pm on Friday, March 13, 2026, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice. Rite...

Alice Hornsby Fontenot passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The family is being cared for by Delhomme Funeral Home - Bertrand - Lafayette.

Lydia Mae Ashworth Fontenot was born January 7, 1928, and passed away March 28, 2026, at the age of 98. She was a woman whose life was defined by love, laughter, and the joy she found in the people around her. Her family was the center of her world, and she took the greatest pride in the time she...

Mary Thelma Broussard Fontenot, a loving mother and matriarch of a devoted family, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026, at 92, in her New Iberia, Louisiana home, surrounded by family and loved ones. She was the heart of the Fontenot family, whom she dedicated her life to with a...

“Show me, Lord, my life’s end and the number of my days; Let me know how fleeting my life is.” ​​​~ A psalm of David – the name from which the name Dewey is derived Dewey Fontenot, Jr. was born on February 3, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois to Dewey Sr. and Mary L. Fontenot. He was the second of seven...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Dorina Frances Fontenot, who left us on March 1, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on July 7, 1948, Dorina spent her life in Lake Charles, LA, and touched the hearts of everyone she met. Dorina graduated from LaGrange High School and married...

Paul Marshall Fontenot, a beloved father and cherished friend, departed this life on March 10, 2026, at Opelousas General Hospital. Born on May 21, 1973, Paul filled his years with love, laughter, and meaningful moments that will forever linger in the hearts of those who knew him. Paul was a...

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 02, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Grace Fontenot, 93, who passed away on February 25, 2026, at Kaplan Healthcare Center. She will be laid to...

Oberlin-Celebration of Life services honoring Mary “Mimmie” Shambaugh Fontenot, 78, will be held at 12 o’clock noon on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Ardoin/Allen Parish Funeral Home of Oberlin. Rev. Fr. Alfred Gibson will officiate. Mary will be laid to rest at Oberlin Cemetery in...

Paul C. Fontenot 54 of Beaumont, TX: passed Feb. 26, 2026. Services are pending. Proctor's Mortuary - Beaumont, is in charge of final arrangements, 3522 Washington Blvd. Beaumont, TX. 77705 (409) 840-2022.The guest book can be signed; words of comfort and condolences for the family can be left at...

Fred "Pops" Fontenot, 82, of Mamou, LA, died Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Crossing Hospice in Baton Rouge. Fred enjoyed working in his garden, cooking outside, sitting under his shade tree drinking a few beers with friends, loved lending a helping hand to others, and had a contagious...

"I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith." (2 Tim 4:6-8) Leonard Glynn Fontenot entered his eternal home on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the age of 89. Born in Ville Platte on February 22, 1937, to Leonard Fontenot and Elise Dardeau Fontenot, he...

A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Matthews Funeral Home in Jennings, LA. for Charles Fontenot Sr. who passed away at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center on February 20, 2026. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 2:00 PM to...

EUNICE- Alberta Soileau Taylor Fontenot was born on January 22, 1931, in Mamou, Louisiana, to the late Gladys and Herbert Soileau. A native of Mamou, she later made her home in Eunice, Louisiana. Alberta dedicated her time to serving others, volunteering as a Pink Lady at Moosa Memorial Hospital....

With faith in God's eternal plan, we mourn the passing of our beloved brother Todd Coleman Fontenot on February 16, 2026. Todd was born on September 15, 1970 in Birmingham Alabama. He was a son, brother, father, grandfather, and uncle. Todd is survived by his mother, Marie Ann Moore-Rhoden, his...

A Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Teresa Katrina “Tessié” Pitre Fontenot will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Oberlin, with Father Pradeep Gali officiating. Interment will follow in Manuel Cemetery, Soileau, under the direction of Rush...

Barbara Ann Smith Fontenot, age 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. She was born on January 26, 1951, in Swords, La, to the late Neston Smith and Anna Mae Babineaux. Barbara was a loving wife, devoted mother, proud grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord. As a...

Victor Lee Fontenot passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The family is being cared for by Cypress Funeral Home & Crematory.

Stephanie Canatella Fontenot, a New Orleans original who epitomized the spirit of Louisiana and an enduring joie de vivre, passed away on February 5, 2026, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Born on February 19, 1940, she lived a life defined by resilience, creativity, and love for all. A native New...

Robert James Fontenot, age 66, passed away on February 6, 2026. He was born on September 28, 1959, in Mamou, La, and was a resident of Eunice. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Eunice. Robert was the...

Hampton Fontenot Jr. passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The family is being cared for by Mortuary Center of Southwest Louisiana.

Church Point, LA: Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 PM Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point, LA for Robert Lee Fontenot, 75. Mr. Fontenot, a native of Jennings, LA and long-time resident of Church Point, died Thursday morning, February 26, at...

Kenneth Ray Fontenot, age 71, was born on October 5, 1954, and passed away on January 29, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM at St. Anthony Catholic Church, with Father John Dugas serving as Celebrant. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary...

Verna Bell Wicks-Johnson Fontenot, 89, of Beaumont, Texas, died at Lucas House in Beaumont on Sunday, January 25, 2026. She was born on October 29, 1936, in Austin, Texas; she was the second of four children born to James Edgar Wicks and Clifford Vallee Maxfield Wicks. Verna received her...

Gardner Ray Fontenot, 78, of Lake Charles passed away at 4:46 AM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 in a local hospice facility. Mr. Fontenot was born on June 12, 1947 in Jennings, LA. A man of courage and strength with a gentle smile and loving heart. He carried himself with peace and graciousness. He...

OPELOUSAS- A Funeral Service will be held for Leverlais “Lee” Fontenot on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in the Sibille Funeral Home in Opelousas. Fr. Mark Ledoux will conduct the service. Visitation will be held on Friday from 8:00 a.m. until the time of service, the rosary...

Rhonda Gayle Fontenot, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on January 27, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on March 12, 1961, in Welsh, Louisiana, Rhonda spent her life deeply dedicated to her family and the children she served in her impactful profession as a juvenile probation...

Etta Marie Fontenot was born September 1, 1960, and passed away January 25, 2026, at the age of 65. Etta will be remembered for a life marked by compassion, perseverance, and love. She proudly achieved a lifelong goal by graduating from nursing school at the age of 55, a testament to her...

Betty Lou Savant Fontenot passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at the age of 94. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church in Eunice with Pastor Tom McManus officiating. There will be a time of visitation from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM....

The family of Mr. Jimmie Rae Fontenot announces his passing on July 13, 2025, in the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home. Jimmie was born on December 11, 1951, in Eunice, LA, to Nolton Fontenot and Lou Ella Arnaud Fontenot. Jimmie proudly served in the United States Air Force from September 24,...