Obituaries

John Kurta Sr.

Eunice–It is with heavy hearts that the family of John Kurta, Sr. announces his passing on, Friday, November 26, 2021, at Our Lady of Lourdes in Lafayette at the age of 91. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at St.

Darleen "Deanie" Diaville

EUNICE–On Friday, November 26, 2021, Darleen “Deanie” Diaville, companion, sister, aunt, and friend passed away at Acadian Medical Center at the age of 56. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 6:20 p.m.

Linus Benoit

Linus Benoit passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the age of 65. A Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 29, 2021 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home of Eunice with Deacon Gary Gaudin officiating. Entombment will follow in St. Paul Mausoleum.

William Thomas Strait Jr.

William “Billy” Thomas Strait, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the age of 58. No Services have been planned at this time. Billy is survived by his father, William T. Strait, Sr.

Amanda Istre LeBlanc

EUNICE–It is with the heaviest hearts that the family of Amanda Istre LeBlanc announces her sudden passing on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at her home at the age of 62. Graveside services are pending at this time with Bishop Lonnie Guillory officiating.

Gerald Lloyd Fields

Gerald Lloyd Fields passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at the age of 64. No Services have been planned at this time. Gerald is survived by his wife, Bernadette Darbonne Fields; four daughters, Beth Sumrall and husband Timothy, Candice Lanthier, Kimberly Miller and husband Robert, Jr.

Paul Ceasar

Paul Ceasar passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at the age of 61. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home of Eunice with Pastor Caleb Semien officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Barbara Stebbins Butcher

Barbara Stebbins Butcher passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021 at the age of 79. A Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home of Eunice with Brother Dave Plunkett officiating. Cremation will follow Services.

Mary "Boogalou" Johnson Jones

EUNICE – Funeral services for Mary “Boogalou” Johnson Jones, 65, will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Word Ministries in Eunice with the visitation observed from 8 a.m. until service time. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Eunice.

Elaine Sattler Moseley

Elaine Sattler Moseley passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at the age of 90. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home of Eunice with Pastor Kevin Richard officiating. Burial will follow in Maxie Cemetery.