Obituaries

Clarise Emily Carriere Boone

passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025 at the age of 61. No Services have been planned at this time.

Joyce Marie Miller LeJeune

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Joyce Marie Miller LeJeune, who left this world on April 28, 2025, at Ochsner Acadia in Crowley, LA, at the age of 88. A Mass of Christian Burial and ceremonies to honor Joyce’s remarkable life will take place at 10 a.m.

John "David" Duplechain

John “David” Duplechain passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025 at the age of 69. No Services have been planned at this time.

Marie Louise Savoy Guillory

Marie Louise Savoy Guillory passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at the age of 95. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2, 2025 at St. Anthony’s with Father Hampton Davis Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Paul Cemetery.

Deborah Aline Simon

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Aline Simon, who departed this life on Monday, April 21, 2025, in her beloved hometown of Eunice, Louisiana at the age of 67. Born on Thursday, July 4, 1957, Deborah was a cherished and devoted member of her community.

Ann Kemp Linhart Bihm

Ann Kemp Linhart Bihm passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the age of 84. No Services have been planned at this time.

Kenneth Glenn Fontenot

Kenneth Glenn Fontenot of Duralde, a dedicated horseshoer and horse trainer, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, in Opelousas, Louisiana, at the age of 73.

Emily Alfred

Emily Alfred passed away on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025 at the age of 76. Arrangements are pending.

Vivian Guillory Hall

Vivian Guillory Hall passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the age of 85. A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Chuck Ortego officiating. Entombment will follow in St. Paul Mausoleum.

Deacon Thomas Jefferson (TJ) Richard

Deacon Thomas Jefferson (TJ) Richard, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 4, 1944, in Crowley, Louisiana, Thomas lived a life rooted in faith, service, and devotion — to his church, his country, and his family.