Obituaries

Luther Blanchard Benoit

Luther Blanchard Benoit passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the age of 94. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 21, 2025 at Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church of Duralde with Father Blaine Clement Celebrant.

Joseph “Kurt” Vezinat

Joseph “Kurt” Vezinat passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the age of 81. No Services have been planned at this time.

Arthur “AB” Berchman J. Richard

Arthur “AB” Berchman J. Richard passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the age of 83. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025 at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Father Stephen Pellesier Celebrant. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Anthony Fontenot, Sr.

EUNICE–It is with heavy hearts that the family of announces his passing on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the Carpenter House in Lafayette at the age of 68. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice.

Keith Anthony Heinen

It is with profound sadness, the family of Keith A. Heinen announces his sudden passing on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the age of 67. A beloved father, grandfather, and friend, Keith's warm spirit and infectious laughter touched the lives of everyone who knew him.

Levence Dies, Sr.

Levence Dies, Sr. passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025 at the age of 77. No Services have been planned at this time.

Patrick Wayne Fontenot

IOTA-Patrick Wayne Fontenot, born on May 7, 1949, departed this life on February 6, 2025. Patrick was a devoted husband, loving father, beloved grandfather, great-grandfather, and a cherished friend to many. A funeral service at Northside Assembly of God in Crowley will be held on February 10, 2025.

Christine Adele Brown

Christine “Christy” Adele Brown passed away on January 30, 2025. Born on August 7, 1973 in Eunice, Louisiana, to Bruce and Judy Brown, Christy grew up in a large and loving family. She attended both St. Edmund’s and Eunice High School.

Yvonne Miller

IOTA-With heavy hearts, the family of Yvonne Miller announces her passing on February 4, 2025, at her home in Iota, at the age of 75. A Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Iota, with burial to follow in the St.

Kenneth “Louie” John Veillon

Kenneth “Louie” John Veillon passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025 at the age of 63. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 6, 2024 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Kenneth S. Veillon officiating. Burial will follow in Reed Cemetery.