Obituaries

Corwin Damian Ortego

With heavy hearts the family of Corwin Damian Ortego sadly announces his passing on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Oaklane and Rehabilitation Center in Eunice. He was 62. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Basile.

Mary Ann Aguillard Sonnier

EUNICE – Funeral services will be held for Mary Ann Aguillard Sonnier at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 1, 2024 at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice officiated by Bro. Clark Palmer. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Jerry Dale Frazier, Sr.

Jerry Dale Frazier, Sr. passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024 at the age of 67. A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home Chapel of Basile with Reverend Mike Fontenot officiating. Burial will follow in St. Augustine Cemetery.

Thomas “Tom” Dennis Dodge III

Opelousas–Memorial services for Mr. Thomas “Tom” Dennis Dodge III will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Our Savior’s Church, 202 Our Savior’s Church Blvd, Opelousas, LA 70570. Pastor Eugene Reiszner will officiate the services. The family will receive friends and guests from 9 a.m.

Rachael Lynn Fall

Rachael Lynn Fall passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024 at the age of 49. No Services have been planned at this time.

Hollie Danielle Matte Elkins

Hollie Danielle Matte Elkins passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024 at the age of 36. No Services have been planned at this time.

Joseph Raymond Coutee Jr.

EUNICE–Memorial services for Mr. Joseph Raymond Coutee, Jr., 81, will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at 11 a.m. with the Rosary beginning at 10 a.m.. at St. Mathilda Catholic Church in Eunice, LA. .

James "Jamie" Francois

James “Jamie” Francois passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the age of 50. No Services have been planned at this time.

Alva Bell Sam

Alva Bell Sam passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024 at the age of 68 at her home in Dallas, Texas surrounded by family. A Memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Word of Life Christian Fellowship Church at 10 a.m.

Raphael “Floyd” Kidder, Sr.

Raphael “Floyd” Kidder, Sr. passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024 at the age of 86. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Gary Gaudin officiating. Burial will follow in Reed Cemetery in Lanse Meg.