On the evening of Monday, Nov. 21, 2016, a mighty prayer warrior and child of God was finally called home to be with her Lord and Savior. Maurine Annette Boudreaux Loupe, 77, a native of Simmesport, Louisiana, and former resident of Morgan City, Louisiana, and Centerville, Mississippi, was passionate about Jesus.
A wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend and mentor — she was not perfect, but forgiven, and always felt the urgency to tell people about Jesus and His salvation. She spent most of her life in prayer and petition, standing in the gap for her family and loved ones, people she knew, and those she didn’t know.
Annette and her loving husband, Forrest J. Loupe Jr., celebrated their 59th anniversary in September. She was adored by him and loved him with all her heart. She took great care of him during their 59 years together until their roles were reversed when she was diagnosed with ALS. Forrest then became the caregiver throughout her illness with tenderness, love and affection, making her his only priority.
Annette is also survived by her children, Mark Loupe and wife Michelle, Nancy Pendas and husband Albert, and Tammy Landry and husband David; grandchildren, Caren Richard and husband Travis, Aaron Loupe and wife Karmen, Marqui Swisher and husband Stephen, Samantha Fuselier and husband Cody, Shannon Livezy and husband Tyler, and Brooke Landry; great-grandchildren, Shaunathan Raby, Olivia Patterson, Aydan Fuselier, Bentley and Brooklyn Fuselier, Stephen Swisher IV, Brody Swisher, Graham Richard, and Baby Livezy due in May; and siblings, Dorothy Higgins, Doug Boudreaux, Effie Ellerbee, Robbie Boudreaux and Nona Thompson.
Annette was preceded in death by her son, Bryan Loupe; granddaughter, Engelle Loupe; grandson, James Raby; parents, Noah and Julia Boudreaux; brother, Daniel Boudreaux; mother- and father-in-law, Wilhelmina and Forrest Loupe Sr.; sister-in-law, Gayle Davis; and brother-in-law, David Loupe.
Her life’s work finished, she took her last breath without struggling, entering peacefully into the arms of Jesus. In her suffering, she never lost her sweet spirit.
Visitation will be held Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016, from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Hargrave Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016, at Hargrave Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Morgan City Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be David Landry, Albert Pendas, Wiley Jackson, Robbie Boudreaux, Doug Boudreaux, Travis Richard, Nathan Temple and Jimmy Burns.

August 30, 1925 -November 21, 2016
Mr. August Aucoin, 91, a resident of Gibson, passed away Monday, Nov. 21, 2016, at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, surrounded by his loving family.
August was born Aug. 30, 1925, in Bayou Chene, the son of John Webster Aucoin and Eveline LaCoste.
August was a faithful member of Pharr Chapel United Methodist Church where he served as an usher for many years. His sense of humor was always evident, especially doing what he loved the most, spending time with his family. He also treasured his time in the outdoors, fishing, crabbing, crawfishing, alligator hunting, shrimping, and hunting deer and wild hogs.
He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife, Ruby Deslatte Aucoin of Gibson; five children, Christine Bourgeois and husband Joseph Michael of Berwick, Judy Alfred and husband Kenny of Bayou Vista, Eric Anthony Aucoin and wife Bonnie of DeQuincy, Kerry James Aucoin and wife Diane of Donner, and Iris LeBlanc and husband Jerry Jr. of Gibson; 11 grandchildren, Dawn Bernard, Kenneth J. Alfred, Michele Alfred, Jacob Alfred and wife Tiffany, Jason Aucoin, Jordan Aucoin, Jonathan Aucoin and wife Julie, Lacey Gautreaux and husband Jamie, Alicia Vasquez, Trey LeBlanc and Adam LeBlanc; two step-grandchildren, Kelly Bourgeois and Barrett Bourgeois; 11 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. August is also survived by one brother, Eugene Aucoin; one sister, Sylvania Verrett; and a host of nieces and nephews.
August was preceded in death by his parents, John Webster and Eveline LaCoste Aucoin; two brothers, Albert Aucoin and Cyrill Aucoin; and one sister, Era Mayfield.
Funeral services for Mr. August will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25, 2016, at Pharr Chapel United Methodist Church with the Rev. John Locascio officiating. A visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Following the service, Mr. August will be laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery with military honors being rendered by the East St. Mary Veteran’s Funeral Squad.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 25, 2016, at 3 p.m. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point for Elvin C. Faul, 68, who passed away at his home in Ball on Monday, Nov. 21, 2016, at 7 p.m.
Msgr. Jeff DeBlanc, Pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point, will be officiating for the services. Burial will be in the St. John Cemetery in Lewisburg, Louisiana.
The family has requested the visitation to be held Friday, Nov. 25, 2016, at 9:30 a.m. until time of services, all in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Church Point.
Survivors include his wife, Pamala G. Faul of Ball; one daughter, Heidi and husband, Coby of Gonzales, Louisiana; his bonus children, Cori and husband, Jeff DePrato of Prairieville, Rick Ortego of Alexandria and Bethany Jones of Patterson; one brother, Glenn Faul of Church Point; one sister, Jackie LeJeune of Morgan City; and eight grandchildren.
Mr. Faul was preceded in death by his parents, Augustin and Corine T. Faul; one brother, Larry Faul; and one sister, Ruth Guidry.
You may view the obituary, sign the guest registry, and express condolences online to Mr. Faul’s family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com.
Duhon Funeral Home LLC, 337-684-5552, 701 S. Broadway Street, Church Point, LA 70525 is in charge of all of the arrangements.

Gaetano Anthony "Guy" Aloisio, 90. a longtime resident of Patterson, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016, at the Franklin Health Care Center.
Services are incomplete at this time. Please visit www.iberts.com for updated service information. Arrangements have entrusted to Ibert's Mortuary, Inc., 1111 Lia St., Patterson LA 70392, 985-395-7873.

Portia Jackson, 108, a native of Berwick and lifelong resident of Patterson, died Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016, at Ochsner Medical Center-West Bank in Harvey.
Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, which are incomplete at this time.

Hilda Hughes Franklin, 99, a native of Patterson and resident of Morgan City, died Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette.
Viewing will be Monday at New Zorah Baptist Church in Morgan City from 3 p.m. until Eastern Star services at 5 p.m., and services at 6 p.m.
Visitation will resume Tuesday from 9 a.m. until services at 10 a.m. She will be laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery.
She is survived by two daughters, Barbara Henderson of Upper Marlboro, Maryland and Lois Jones of Patterson; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a grandson, a brother and two sisters.
Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Frank Garrett, 75, a native and resident of Morgan City, died Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, at Teche Regional Medical Center in Morgan City.
Services will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home in Morgan City.
He is survived by two sons, John Garrett and Willie Garrett, both of Patterson; a daughter, Areshia Williams of Houston; a sister, Edna Williams of Seattle; grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, and 10 siblings.
Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

February 5, 1943 –
November 23, 2016

Funeral services will be held Monday, November 28, 2016, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Baldwin during an 11:30 a.m. Mass of Christian burial for Becky LeBlanc Picard, a native of St. Martinville and a resident of Franklin for the past 52 years who passed away at the age of 73 in the afternoon hours of Wednesday, November 23, 2016, at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. Following the Mass she will be laid to rest in Perpetual Park Cemetery in Franklin. Father Cedric Sonnier will be the Celebrant for the Mass at conduct the services. Musical selections will be provided by Janet Sinitiere. Serving as pallbearers will be Sherri Johnson, Christopher Thibodeaux, Kelly Picard, Jeffery Billiot Jr., Brent Johnson, and Cody Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be Alvin Picard Jr., Terry Billiot, and Chad Rogers Jr.

A gathering of family and friends will be held Monday at Ibert’s Mortuary in Franklin from 8:30 a.m. until time of dismissal at 11:00 a.m.

Those she leaves to cherish her memory include her husband of 54 years, Alvin John Picard Sr.; three children, Sherri Picard Johnson and her husband Clyde Jr., Terry Picard Billiot and her fiancé Trip Daigle, and Alvin John Picard Jr. and his wife Lucinda; three siblings, Phillip LeBlanc, Barry LeBlanc, and Mary LeBlanc Gambrill; ten grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Junest LeBlanc and Flora DeLaural LeBlanc; and an infant grandson, Dustin Johnson.

Family and friends may view the obituary and express their condolences online by visiting www.iberts.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1007 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538, (337) 828-5426.

March 30, 1957- Nov. 23, 2016
Steve Douglas “Honda Steve” Farison, 59, a resident of Berwick, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016, at AMG Specialty Hospital in Houma.
Steve was born in Midland, Michigan, to Jeannine Lance and Douglas Farison. He had been a resident of Berwick for the past 30 years.
Steve has touched the lives of so many people in his time here with us. He had the kindest soul and a heart of gold. He was well-liked by everyone he met. He would give a stranger the shirt off his back. He always acted as an open ear to listen whenever someone just needed a friend. He always seemed to have such great advice to give. He always preached to young people surrounding him to stay in school and to make something of yourself.
He lived for his daughter Stephanie; she was the apple of his eye. He went above and beyond to be the best father in the world for her. When he wasn’t making wonderful memories with his family and friends, he had many passions. He had a love for motorcycles and being on the open road. He enjoying woodworking and making many crafts. He was a collector of many things including stamps, jewelry, gem stones, and his old currency collection in which he was most proud of.
He leaves behind his daughter, Stephanie Farison of Berwick, Louisiana; two brothers, John Farison of Jasper, Texas and Robert Haapala of Holly, Michigan; two sisters, Kathleen Farison of Midland, Michigan and Karyl Farison of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan; five nieces; four nephews; and many loved ones he has held dear to his heart over the years.
He joins in heaven his mother, Jeannine Lance; his father, Douglas Farison; his sister, Kim Farison; and his brother, Douglas Farison Jr.
There will be a celebration of his life with his family and friends at his house on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, starting at 1 p.m. He would want us all to remember all the fond memories we’ve shared so his legacy can live on.

Nakithe Smith Singleton, 36, a native of Morgan City and resident of Amelia, died Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, at her residence.
Visitation was today at Union Bethel AME Church in Amelia from 9 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
She is survived by four brothers, Rutherford Jones, Calvin Singleton and Michael Singleton, all of Amelia, and Clarence Jones of Conroe, Texas; seven sisters, Monnie Clark, Lillian Diggs, Shantell McPherson and Cheryl Singleton, all of Amelia, Jessica Singleton of Jackson, Mississippi, Michelle Singleton of Berwick, and Nakeitha Henderson of Philadelphia; three uncles, eight aunts, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, four aunts, seven uncles, her stepfather, and both her maternal and paternal grandparents.
Jones Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Gaetano A. Aloisio, 90, a native of Patterson, died Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016, at Franklin Health Care Center.
Visitation was Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Patterson, the Rev. Angelo Cremaldi officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda Catchings Aloisio; four sons, Stephen Aloisio, Gaetano Aloisio Jr., Michael Aloisio and Leonard Aloisio; two brothers, Rosario Aloisio and Giloramo Aloisio; two sisters, Catherine Piro and Rosemary Cutrera; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, six siblings, two grandsons, a sister-in-law, and six brothers-in-law.
Ibert’s Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Ibert’s Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.

Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016, at 11 a.m. in Martin & Castille’s La Fleur de Lis Chapel in Lafayette for Matthew Hauer Feske, age 36, who died on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016 at Lafayette General Medical Center Southwest in Lafayette.
Interment will be in Beau Pre Cemetery in Jeanerette. The Reverend Dr. Millicent Feske will officiate the services.
Survivors include his parents, Dr. Victor Feske Jr. and Barbara M. Feske of Lafayette; sister, Millicent Feske and husband Buddy; brothers Jason Hunter, Victor Feske lll and wife Anne, Steven Feske and wife Carlee; a niece Gillian Hunter and nephew Liam Hunter, numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by a cousin Carl Steven Feske; a niece Alexandra Margaret Hunter.
A resident of New Iberia and Lafayette, La. for most of his life, Matt was a loving son, grandson, uncle, brother, cousin and friend. If you were Matt’s friend, he was loyal to you forever. He was and is loved by so many. His laughter and smile were contagious. He had a heart as big as he was. Matthew never met a stranger. His presence and personality would light up the room when he entered. As much as he is loved so will he be missed.
Matt was a proud Marine. He served honorably in the Marine Corps and saw combat in Ramadi Iraq in 2004 and 2005. As proud as he was of his service, he was torn about the job they had to do.
He loved the outdoors…swimming, skiing, hunting, country music, old trucks, boiled crawfish. He loved children. They looked upon him as this big teddy bear of a man who would play with them and make them laugh. Uncle Matt will be missed.
The family will receive friends in Martin & Castille’s SOUTHSIDE location on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until time of service.
Memorial contributions can be made in Matthew Feske’s name to Marine Corp Scholarship Fund, Save A Warrior Program, or Brothers and Sisters in Arms Dog Training.
View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com
Martin & Castille-SOUTHSIDE-600 E. Farrel Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508, 337-984-2811

A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Franklin following eulogies beginning at 10 a.m. for Michael R. Morton, who passed away at the age of 79 in the early morning hours of Friday, Nov. 25, 2016, at Lafayette General Hospital in Lafayette.
Michael was born June 7th 1937 in El Paso TX. He graduated from Ysleta High School in El Paso in 1956. He graduated from University of Texas El Paso.
Before founding Landcoast, Michael was a consultant for a worldwide Insulation company. During his career Michael and the family spent a year living and working in Israel.
Michael was fortunate enough to earn a living doing what he loved. In August 1974 he founded Landcoast Insulation Inc. headquarted in New Iberia, Louisiana. Through his hard work and tireless dedication Michael built Landcoast into what today is a leading force in the insulation industry. Michael was also actively involved in St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Franklin, LA.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Jessie Morton; son, Robert Michael Morton; and daughter, Robin Morton; five grandchildren, Hollie Morton White and husband Jeff White, Alyson Morton Blackwell, Taylor Morton, Myla Romero and Marley Romero; five great-grandchildren, Carter and Maddox Blackwell, and Noah, Harper and Henlee White; brothers, Edmond Morton and Timothy Morton; and sister, Frances Morton.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Elizabeth Morton; brothers, Patrick and Richard Morton; and sister, Mary Morton-Harrison.
For those who were fortunate enough to know “Mick” many great memories come to mind. A man of few words, shy and reserved, who had a heart as big as could be. From filling a hundred trick or treating bags each year no matter if 10 kids came, to ordering Ruston peaches by the truckload each year for friends and family even though he didn’t even like peaches. Never one to want any praise or credit for the countless things he did. Never one to complain, no matter the pain.
Without question his passion was his family. A loving husband of 56 years, a loving and caring father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he never missed the opportunity to be together. For those lucky enough to be with him at those times, the casual smile on his face told us all we needed to know. He was quietly taking it all in, one breath at a time.
So many things we wish we could say now that you’re not here. Just know you’ve set the bar high, as a husband, brother, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. We are so very blessed to have been able to share our lives with such an amazing person, in every facet of the word.
As we reflect on all the great memories we have shared with Pops, we can all agree that heaven is lucky to have such a great soul, we can’t wait to see you…

Nakithe Nocole Smith Singleton, 36, a resident of Amelia, La. and native of Morgan City, La. passed away on Saturday Nov. 19, 2016 at 10:15 a.m. at her residence.
Visitation will be observed on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016 at Union Bethel AME Church, 956 Lake Palourde Rd., Amelia, La., from 9 a.m. until funeral services at 11 a.m.. Burial will follow services in the Union Bethel Church cemetery in Amelia, La.
Memories of Nakithe “O Mary Oncey” ,as she was known to many, will forever remain in the hearts of her four brothers, Rutherford Jones, Calvin Singleton, and Michael Singleton all of Amelia, La.; and Clarence Jones of Conroe, TX; seven sisters, Monnie Clark, Lillian Diggs, Shantell McPherson and Cheryl Singleton all of Amelia, La.; Jessica Singleton of Jackson, MS, Michelle Singleton of Berwick, La. and Mrs. Frank (Nakeitha) Henderson of Philadelphia, PA; three uncles, eight aunts, devoted friends, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Nakithe was preceded in death by her parents, four aunts, seven uncles, her step-father, and both her maternal and paternal grandparents.
Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City-Franklin-Jeanerette-Houma in charge of arrangements.
Visit www.jones-funeral-home.com to send condolences to family.

Chriss G. Knight
Chriss G. Knight, 61, a native of Patterson and resident of Youngsville, died Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016 at her residence.
Visitation will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. at Good Hope Baptist Church in Patterson, the Rev. Patrick Jones officiating. Burial will follow in the Home Industrial Cemetery in Patterson.
She is survived by her husband, Ernest Knight Jr. of Youngsville; her father, Johnny Montgomery of Los Angeles; three sons, Andrew Grogan, Christopher Grogan and Anthony Grogan, all of Youngsville; a daughter, Alisha Bridges of Pensacola, Florida; a brother, John Grogan of Amelia; five sisters, Carol Lewis, Shirley Turner, Etta Jennings, Claudia Taylor and Mary Padron, all of Patterson; a stepsister, Veronica Balough of Los Angeles; and three grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother and a son.
Otis Mortuary of Franklin is in charge of arrangements.

Portia Humphrey Jackson, 108, a native of Berwick and lifelong resident of Patterson, died Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016, at Ochsner Medical Center - West Bank in Harvey.
Visitation will be Thursday at Mason United Methodist Church in Berwick from 10 a.m. until graveside services at 11 a.m. in the Berwick Cemetery, the Rev. Harold Spain officiating.
She is survived by a daughter, Portia J. McCallum of Harvey; a grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and six sisters.
Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

September 8, 1932-November 29, 2016
On Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016, Joyce C. Youngblood, a native of Buras and resident of Amelia, was called to her heavenly home at the age of 84.
Those left to cherish Joyce’s memory are her children, Simon Youngblood, Charles Youngblood and his wife, Brenda, and Penny Youngblood; two grandchildren, Jake and Lindsey Youngblood; and one brother, Floyd Cognevich and his wife, Selena.
She joined in heaven her husband, Ben L. Youngblood; her parents; 11 brothers and one sister.
The family requests that a time of visitation and remembrance be observed Friday, Dec. 2, 2016, from 8:30 a.m. until time of services at 9:45 a.m. at Hargrave Funeral Home. Following services, Joyce will be laid to rest in the St. Andrew Church Cemetery in Amelia.

Alice Jane Lydia Ribardi

June 27, 1927 — December 1, 2016

Alice Jane Lydia Ribardi, 89, a resident of Morgan City, passed away Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center.

She was born June 27, 1927, in Morgan City, the daughter of George Ratcliff and Lelia Dantin Ratcliff.

Alice will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sons, Harris Ribardi and wife Lorraine of Thibodaux, Enis George Ribardi and wife Dana of Bayou Vista, and Jared Ribardi; daughters, Barbara Evans of Gibson, and Faye Harris and husband C.W. of Gretna; brother, Cyrus Ratcliff of Bayou L’Ourse; sisters, Julia Ditch, Mathalie DeVille, Kathryn Mareno and Bessie Richardson; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and one great-great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ignace “Capt. Enis” J. Ribardi; parents, George and Lelia Ratcliff; brothers, Floyd, Earl, Ray and Johnny Ratcliff; and sisters, Enolia Millet, Wilna Millet, Laura Crouch and Shirley Guidry.

Visitation was held today, Friday, Dec. 2, 2016, at Holy Cross Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until service time. A Mass of Christian Burial began at 11 a.m. Alice was laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery following services.

The Rev. Joseph Fields, 91, a resident of Centerville, died Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, at his residence.
Jones Funeral Home of Franklin is in charge of arrangements, which are incomplete at this time.

November 5, 1940 –
Dec. 3, 2016

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016, during an 11 a.m. Mass of Christian burial at the Church of the Assumption in Franklin for Hillery B. Freeman, a native of Houma and a lifelong resident of Franklin who passed away at the age of 76 with his wife at his side on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at his home. Following the Mass, he will be laid to rest in the Franklin Cemetery. Father Lloyd Benoit will be the Celebrant for the Mass and conduct the services. Serving as pallbearers will be Mike Rineholt, Charles Pillaro, David Gorman, Tony Molaison, Jimmy Rineholt, and Billy Sloan. Musical selections will be provided by vocalist, Laura Pierce and organist, Dexter Thibodeaux.

A gathering of family and friends will be held Tuesday at Ibert’s Mortuary in Franklin from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., with the Holy Rosary being prayed at 7 p.m. The mortuary will reopen Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. until time of dismissal at 10:30 a.m.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Alice Freyou Freeman and their son, Conway Freeman; his sister, Eloise Freeman; and his sister-in-law, Julie Romero and her husband Kardell.

He was preceded in death by one son, Perry Freeman; his parents, Armand Freeman and Cecile Doucet Freeman; one sister, Carolyn Ann Freeman; one nephew, Brian Freeman; and his parents-in-law, Relies Freyou and Gertrude Romero Freyou.

Family and friends may view the obituary and express their condolences online by visiting www.iberts.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1007 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538, (337) 828-5426.