January Obituaries 2006

Sam Hanna
  Acclaimed as the Louisiana dean of political columnists and the publisher of three Louisiana newspapers himself, newsman Sam Hanna died Sunday in a Monroe hospital of complications from emphysema. He was 72.
  For 50 years, the Winnsboro native covered everyone in politics from Earl Long to Kathleen Blanco, John Kennedy to George Bush. Hanna’s political column, “One Man’s Opinion,” was carried in papers statewide for four decades while he oversaw, wrote for and published The Concordia Sentinel in Ferriday and The Franklin Sun in Winnsboro. He bought the Sentinel in 1965 at age 33. In 1996, he bought The Ouachita Citizen from former West Monroe Mayor Bert Hatten.
  Hanna graduated from LSU with a journalism degree in 1955, landing his first job writing sports and hunting stories for the Monroe Morning World and the News-Star World. Quickly, he made a name for himself for his adept coverage of the lawmaking process, making trips to Baton Rouge and Washington, capturing rare glimpses of the famous people.
  Of President John Kennedy, Hanna once wrote:
“In 1958… He was boyish looking then, and I thought extremely shy for a man who was making plans then to run for President. Conversation wasn’t free with him, and he hedged when I asked him if he planned to campaign in Louisiana. Sen. Kennedy, thin and under-developed looking, wasn’t a picture of health. Three or four years later in New Orleans when I stood a Secret Service man apart from President Kennedy, I marveled at the change in him. He was heavier, robust and tanned.”
  Of Earl Long, Hanna said in a 2005 interview:
“It was a wild place, the days of Uncle Earl. I had a lot of fun covering it. Earl Long was such a colorful figure with lots of loyal supporters and lots of loyal opposition.
I covered him when they sent him to the hospital in Galveston and I covered him when he came home to his ‘pea-patch farm’ in Winnfield. He had a heart for the underprivileged but eventually that heart gave out.”
  Of Edwin Edwards, he told Edwards biographer, Leo Honeycutt:
“Edwards was always straight with me and I with him. If he said he supported a piece of legislation, he did exactly that, never vacillated. He told me one time newspapers and the press should have a standard of ethics just as the legal profession does and that we should police ourselves just as the legal profession does. I told him the First Amendment prevented that kind of control, the unfettered freedom of the press, but guaranteed him I’d always be objective and fair. He accepted that.”
  The feeling was mutual. Former Governor Edwin Edwards this week recalled Hanna as a completely fair newsman, saying, “I admired and enjoyed his pragmatic view of political affairs and the need for a good, arm’s length relationship between the news media and political figures. As I grow older, I lose my contemporaries. He is one I’m truly going to miss.”
In Franklin, former Governor Mike Foster remembered Hanna’s journalistic integrity.
  “He never surprised you and wrote something you didn’t say or took what you said out of context,” Foster remembered. “Sam also never put a headline on a story that was sensational or misleading. He would disagree with you but he was always straight up. I’m going to miss him and the state’s really going to miss him.”
  “I admired Sam very much,” said former Governor David Treen. “He was a unique journalist, always fair, balanced, and introspective. Sam took great efforts to get all sides of a story He was a kind, cordial individual and I can’t say the press was always like that. Frankly, I’m heartbroken he’s gone.”
  Former Secretary of State and Insurance Commissioner, Jim Brown, remained close to Hanna for 40 years.
  “I told anybody who wanted to run for public office,” Brown said, “that when you went through Ferriday, you had better stop at the Concordia Sentinel and see Mr. Sam. He was more than an icon, he was an institution.”
  Hanna didn’t consider the Mississippi River a barrier either, with much interest in Natchez politics, too.
  “Sam asked me to speak to civic groups in Louisiana numerous times,” recalls former Natchez Mayor Tony Byrne. “He considered Concordia Parish-Adams County a hometown ‘area’ instead of two different states. He was always about progress together.”
  Sam Hanna was a mentor to many journalists who were serious about objectivity. CNN’s Director of International News Planning and former news director at KNOE-TV in Monroe, Earl Casey recalls Hanna helping Casey’s high school newspaper keep a deadline.
  “I first met Sam in that musky, decisive year of 1964 as LBJ took on Goldwater in the months following the Kennedy assassination when no one was sure of anything,” says Casey. “Mr. Hanna was extremely busy but he let us roll our high school paper from his presses at The Concordia Sentinel. Sam always kept that mischievous look in his eye that said, ‘We’re here to do good and we’ll give the rascals a run for it.’ His ethic set the course for my life.”
  “Sam Hanna represented the vanishing breed of independent editor-publishers who formed the backbone of American journalism. He worked to keep locally owned newspapers viable and to serve his community while also writing insightful columns about state politics. He was a source of strength and enlightenment for his community and his state,” said journalist John Maginnis.
  “Sam Hanna loved Louisiana politics, but not as much as he loved Louisiana. Sam was a legend who knew just about everybody in Louisiana politics and chronicled and celebrated our state’s political and public affairs for more than fifty years. He was always honest, direct and -- most of all -- deeply devoted to the well being of his beloved state,” said Louisiana Governor Kathleen Blanco.
  Hanna is survived by his wife of nearly 46 years, Mary Sue, and his children, Mary Linda Rocconi, Lesley Hanna Capdepon and Sam Hanna Jr. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Ferriday at the First Baptist Church with interment at Old Winnsboro Cemetery in Winnsboro.
In eulogizing Sam Hanna, Earl Casey said Sam was the epitome of a quote Pope John Paul II said to newsmen: “If your reporting does not always command the attention you would desire, or if it does not always conclude with the success you would wish, do not grow discouraged. Be faithful to the truth and to its transmission, for truth endures, truth will not go away ... the service of humanity through the medium of truth is something worthy of your best years and your most dedicated efforts.”
  Goodbye Sam. Your truth helped us all.

Lillian Delahoussaye
CROWLEY – Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 11, 2006, at 2:30 p.m. at Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home Chapel for Lillian Curtis Rose Delahoussaye, 92, was born on April 4, 1913, in Crowley and died in Lake Charles on January 6, 2006. She had lived in The Gardens in Lake Charles, for three years.
Fr. Gary Schexnayder, Pastor of Saint Michaels will conduct the funeral service and the entombment in the Woodlawn Mausoleum.
Mrs. Delahoussaye was employed by Bell Telephone Company, and had retired with thirty years’ service. She was a member of Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Crowley until she moved to Lake Charles.
Lillian was known to be a good and loyal friend. She had a quick sharp wit, and was a proud woman of independent spirit and considerable intelligence. Her attitude was, "If you want to know where I stand, just ask me." She was quite an animal lover, and had taken care of many stray cats and dogs during her lifetime. She was a regular contributor to various animal groups, such as The Humane Society of the United States.
She will be missed by the staff of The Gardens; by her cousin, Barbara Bourdier Milford and her husband, John Thomas Milford of Lake Charles; by her stepchildren and their families; and by her dear friends in Crowley, whom she sorely missed after her health made it necessary for her move to Lake Charles.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gabriel Delahoussaye of Church Point; her father, William Curtis Rose, who died when she was two years old; and her mother, Lillian Meade Lyons Rose Barousse; her brother, William Curtis Rose Jr.; and her step-father, Bertrand Barousse of Church Point.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. Wednesday until time of Services at Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home in Crowley.
Geesey - Ferguson Funeral Home, Inc. of Crowley, La. has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Ida Broussard
GUEYDAN – Funeral services were held Monday, January 9, at 2 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Morse for Ida Pearl Marie Duprie Broussard, 49, who died Saturday, January 7, 2006 at her brother’s residence.
Rev. Donald Pousson officiated for the services. Burial was in Andrus Cove Cemetery. Visiting hours were observed Sunday from 2:30 until service time. A rosary was recited Sunday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Survivors include her husband, Paul P. Broussard Jr of Morse; one son, Chet Paul Broussard of Morse; her father, Rudolph Duprie of Morse; one brother, Rodney Duprie of Gueydan; three nieces, three nephews and three great nieces.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews and Son Funeral Home.

Doris Cohorn Fogleman
CROWLEY – Funeral services will be held Sunday, January 8, 2006 at 2 p.m., at First Baptist Church, for Doris Cohorn Fogleman, 85, who died Thursday, January 5, 2006 at her residence in Crowley.
Rev. Roger Tarver, Pastor of First Baptist Church will conduct the funeral services and the graveside services at Woodlawn cemetery.
Mrs. Fogleman was born October 31, 1920 in Crowley and she was a lifetime member of First Baptist Church of Crowley.
She is survived by one daughter, Sandra Festervand and her husband, Manny of La Porte, Texas; four grandchildren, Kim Festervand, Amy Festervand, Tammy Festervand and Randy Bowers; and three great grandchildren, Katie Bowers, Philip Wayne Bowers, III and Paxton Wayne Bowers.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Winnie Kilmer Cohorn; her husband, Edward Fogleman; one daughter, Carol F. Bowers; and one grandson, Philip Wayne Bowers Jr.
Visitation may be observed from 8 a.m. Sunday until time of services.
Geesey - Ferguson Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Robert Lee Guidry
CROWLEY – Funeral services were held Saturday, January 7, at 1 p.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church for Robert Lee Guidry, 60, who died Thursday, January 5, 2006 at his residence in Crowley.
Father Avelino Vale officiated for the services. Burial was in Arceneaux Cemetery in Mire. Visiting hours were observed Saturday from 10 a.m. until service time.
Survivors include three daughters, Candace Smith of Crowley, Crystal Cormier and Alicia Guidry, both of Rayne; five sisters, Alice Guidry of Tenn., Shirley Guidry of Alexandria, Lois Bergeron of Sulphur, Gloria Guidry and Georgia Guidry, both of Calif.; nine brothers, Darrel Guidry, Daniel Guidry, both of Church Point, Donald Guidry of Indian Bayou, Danny Guidry of Lafayette, Lloyd Guidry of Crowley, Patrick Guidry and Michael Guidry, both of Tenn, John Guidry of Welch and Clause Guidry of Sulphur; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Mr. Guidry was preceded in death by his parents, Romaine and Mary Doucet Guidry and two sisters, Melba G. Blanchard and Betty Guidry.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Duhon Funeral Home.

Theresa B. Menard
CROWLEY – Funeral services were held Saturday, January 7, at 10 a.m. at Assumption Catholic Church in Mire for Theresa B. Menard, 72, who died Wednesday, January 4, 2006 in Rapides General Hospital in Alexandria.
Msgr. Russell Harrington officiated for the services. Burial was in church cemetery. Visiting hours were observed Friday from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. and reopened at 8 a.m. Saturday until service time.
Survivors include one son Anthony Menard of Crowley; one sister, Vivian LeBlanc of Oberlin; two brothers, John Boudreaux of Morse and Joseph Boudreaux of New Orleans; one son-in-law, Steve Gurganus of Alexandria; three grandchildren, Hughes Menard, Mark Gautreaux Sr. and James Gurganus; and four great grandchildren, Hunter Menard, Gabriel Gautreaux, Mark Gautreaux Jr. and Harlie Gautreaux.
Ms. Menard was a life long resident of Crowley and is preceded in death by her husband, Hughes Menard; one daughter, Elizabeth Gurganus; one grandson, Richard Menard; her parents, Lovelace and Sadie Chiasson Boudreaux; and one brother, Buford Boudreaux.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Duhon Funeral Home.

Florence Wriborg
CROWLEY – Funeral services will be held Monday, January 9, at 1 p.m. at Duhon Funeral Home Chapel for Florence Spell Wriborg, 86, who died Saturday, January 7, 2006 at Crowley Rehab.
Rev. Wayne Cooper will officiate for the services. Burial will be in the Old Crowley Cemetery. Visiting hours will be observed Sunday from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. and reopen at 8 a.m. until service time.
Survivors include three daughters, Florence W. Martin and husband, Wendell of Crowley, Connie W. Pitre and husband, Arlen of New Iberia and Christine W. Miller of Iota; one sister, Lillian Spell Navarre of San Jacinto, Texas; eight grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and one great-great grandson.
Ms. Wriborg is preceded in death by her husband and their much loved father, Clyde Christen Wriborg; her parents, Ellis and Jane Foreman Spell; one brother, Benny Spell; one sister, Mabel Spell Prudhomme; and one son-in-law, Kenny Miller.
The healing that we prayed for has now been realized, as she’s walking streets of gold and she’s standing tall and whole with a smile back on her face. Thank you Jesus that she is now safely in your arms.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Duhon Funeral Home.

Marie Frey Leonards
ROBERTS COVE - Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, January 2, 2006 at a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Leo Catholic Church for Marie Frey Leonards, 95, who died Sunday, December 31, 2005 at her daughters residence.
Interment was in St. Leo Catholic Cemetery.
Survivors include one daughter, Elaine L. Gossen and husband, Herbert of Rayne; one daughter-in-law, Shirley N. Leonards of Rayne; Nineteen grandchildren, forty-seven great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by her husband, Philip J. Leonards; one son, Gerald Leonards Sr., one great grandchild; parents, John Frey Jr. and Lambertina Heinen Frey; one brother; and four sisters.
Mrs. Leonards was a member of St. Leo and St. Lawrence Ladies Altar Society and a Charter Member of Court St. Leo Catholic Daughters.
Rosaries were recited at 7 p.m. Sunday and 10 a.m. Monday.
The family requested that the visiting hours be observed Sunday from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Monday from 7:30 a.m. until service time.
The family wishes to express gratitude to a host of family and friends for their love and support throughout the years, especially her caregivers, Frances Mel, Lois Leon, Doris Laverne, Rose Shinier, Margie Boudreaux, Joyce Broussard, Rita Credeur, Diane Comeaux, granddaughter and Lambertina LeJeune, great granddaughter, and all other family members who gave their time.
The family would also like to thank Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care of Jennings and their wonderful staff for their help and support. The family would also like to express their deepest thanks especially to the Nurses, aides, social workers and chaplain that tended to our mother and for the care and compassion given to her and her family during her illness.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home Inc. of Rayne.

Millie L. Fehlman
LAFAYETTE – Graveside funeral services for Millie L. Fehlman, 83, who passed away Sunday, January 2, 2006 at Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center. Services will be conducted by Reverend Larry G. Wilkes, Rector of The Episcopal Church of Ascension of Lafayette at Lafayette Memorial Park at 2 p.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2006.
Survivors include her children, Pam F. Kimbrough of Baton Rouge; Kathy F. Aderman and husband, Mike Aderman of Baton Rouge; and Debbie F. Hebert and husband, Tim Hebert of Lafayette; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Bradley Kimbrough and wife, Beverly and their children, Alex, Avery, Grant, and Ella Clair of Baton Rouge; Elise K. Routier and husband, Jeff and their children, Jacob, and Emma of Baton Rouge; Amy Aderman of Lafayette; Micah A. Herren and husband, Derek and their son, Hudson of Knoxville, Tenn.; Erica A. Bailey and husband, Donald of Baton Rouge; Emily F. Aderman and fiancé, Matt Bell of Asheville, N.C.; John Mike Dawson and wife, Julie and their daughter, Sydney of Lafayette; Bryant Dawson and fiancé, Tracy Harig of Arcata, Calif.; Joshua Hebert, and Ben Hebert of Lafayette; sister, Mearl L. Fogleman of Crowley; and brother, Eddie Loggins of Des Allemands.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Bryant A. Fehlman; parents, Eddie and Hattie Loggins; son-in-law, William Bradley Kimbrough Jr.; and a favorite uncle-in-law, John V. Unverzagt.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons and grandson-in-laws.
A longtime resident of Lafayette, she was an active member of the church, contributing her time and talents to the Altar Guild, as well as other youth, and volunteer services. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who participated throughout her life in many school and family activities. She was a member of Les Deaux Douzaines. She also was active in Mardi Gras celebrations of both the Lafayette Town House, and Krewe of Gabriel. But mostly, she enjoyed her children and grandchildren passing on to them her humor, talents, love of poetry, and strong-will. The family wishes to express appreciation to Mary Mabel King of Lafayette, and Iris Robertson of Baton Rouge for their dedicated service to and care for Mrs. Fehlman.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to: Hospice of Acadian, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70503; Hospice of Baton Rouge, 9063 Siegen Lane, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70810; or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Personal condolences may be sent to the Fehlman family at www.delhommfuneralhome.com.
Delhomme Funeral Home of Lafayette is in charge of arrangements.

Gregory “Hammer” Lazard
CROWLEY – Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 7, at 11 a.m. at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church for Gregory “Hammer” Lazard, 42, who died Monday, January 2, 2006 in Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.
Father Richard Sadlier will officiate for the services. Burial will be in the South Crowley Cemetery. Visiting hours will be observed Saturday from 8 a.m. until service time.
Gregory was born in Lafayette to Carol Lazard and the late Warren J. Lazard on May 9, 1963. He was a member of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church where he attended regularly until his illness.
Survivors include two sons, Gregory J. Gantt of Houston and Myron Scott of Crowley; his mother, Carol Lazard of Crowley; four sisters, Donna Faye of Calif., Kara Dennis of Houston, Andrea Lazard and Warena Lazard Brown, both of Crowley; three brothers, Donald Bernard of Lake Charles, Roland Bernard and Darren Lazard, both of Crowley and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Owens-Thomas Funeral Home of Eunice.

Lawrence “Holiday” Prudhomme
DALLAS – Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 7 2006, at 2 p.m. at First Church of God in Christ for Lawrence “Holiday” Prudhomme, 82, who died Friday, January 7, 2006 in Dallas at his daughter’s residence.
Services will be conducted by Elder Alton Gatlin. Lawrence “Holiday” Prudhomme was born on June 12, 1923 the late Ben and Cora Prudhomme in Mallet, La.
At a young age, he moved to Akron, Ohio. Later he moved to Chicago, Ill. until moving back to Crowley. After he retired from Diamond Shamrock as a technician for 35 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents Ben and Cora Prudhomme; his wife, Alice C. Prudhomme; four brothers, his twin brother Clarence, Hilton, Haston, and Hayward Prudhomme; and one son Reginald Prudhomme.
He leaves to cherish his memories, three daughters, Mary Hardy of Lake Charles; Barbara and Bernadette; three sons, Lawrence Jr., Patrick and Malverick Prudhomme of Chicago; two brothers, Marion and Herman Prudhomme of Eunice; three sisters, Helen Harmon of Port Arthur, Texas; Mildred Byers and Ruby Anderson of Crowley; and the entire Prudhomme family, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

CHURCH POINT – Ruby Beaugh Segar, 92, died Tuesday, January 3, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 5 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Guidry Funeral Home of Church Point.

Gilford Comeaux
RAYNE - Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Catholic Church for Gilford Comeaux, Sr., 80, who died Saturday, December 31, 2005 at his residence.
Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery #2.
Survivors include his son, Gil Comeaux Jr. and wife Latreece, of Rayne; one grandson, Chris Comeaux and wife Eva, of Rayne; one granddaughter, Monica Carrier, of Rayne; five great grandchildren, Whitney Comeaux, Wyatt Comeaux, Haley Comeaux, Kelsey Carrier and Zoe Carrier; three step grandchildren, Kayley Meylain, Celie Meylian, Tyler Meylain; and one sister, Lois Leon, of Rayne.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ettiwanda "Petite" Mauboules Comeaux; one son, Carl Comeaux; one daughter, Mary Ann Comeaux; parents,Whitney Comeaux and Marie Bernard Comeaux; and one sister, Nelma Morgan.
A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday.
The family requested that the visiting hours be observed Wednesday from 8 a.m. until service time.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home Inc. of Rayne.

Ettiwanda “Petite” Comeaux
RAYNE – Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Catholic Church for Ettiwanda "Petite" Mauboules Comeaux, 81, who died Saturday, December 31, 2005 at her residence.
Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery #2.
Survivors include one son, Gil Comeaux Jr. and wife Latreece, of Rayne; one grandson, Chris Comeaux and wife Eva, of Rayne; one granddaughter, Monica Carrier, of Rayne; five grandchildren, Whitney Comeaux, Wyatt Comeaux, Haley Comeaux, Kelsey Carrier and Zoe Carrier; three step grandchildren, Kayley Meylian, Celie Meylian and Tyler Meylian; one sister, Johanne Moody and husband, Eddie.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilford Comeaux Sr.; one son, Carl Comeaux; one daughter, Mary Ann Comeaux, parents, Benton Mauboules and Edmae Servat Gossen.
A rosary was recited at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday.
The family requested that the visiting hours be observed Wednesday from 8 a.m. until service time.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home Inc. of Rayne.

Amy Fruge Richard
CROWLEY – A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2006 at 2 p.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church for Amy Fruge Richard, 97, who died Sunday, Jan. 1, 2006 at Louisiana Extended Care Hospital in Lafayette.
Fr. Gary Schexnayder, Pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, will officiate for the services. Burial will be in Woodlawn Mausoleum. The family requests that visiting hours be observed Wednesday from 8 a.m. to service time. A rosary was recited Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
Survivors include one daughter, Clara R. Hoffpauir of Clear Lake City, Texas; one son, Louis A. Richard and his wife Sherry of Clear Lake City, Texas; one sister, Alice F. Mauboules of Sour Lake, Texas; two brothers, Lawrence Fruge of Nederland, Texas and Andrus Fruge of Florida; five grandchildren, John Richard Hoffpauir, Cheryl Hoffpauir Butler, Philip Roy Hoffpauir, Jennifer Marie Richard and Jonathan Louis Richard; three great grandchildren, Amber H. Seeberger, Richard E. Hoffpauir and Aaron G. Butler; and one great-great grandchild, Cadon Seeberger.
Mrs. Richard was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Richard, Sr.; one son, Roy Richard, Jr.; one grandson, Michael David Hoffpauir; son-in-law, Harvey E. Hoffpauir and three brothers and four sisters.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home.

Rosa Ida Coleman Harmon
CROWLEY – Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 4, at 11 a.m. at Maryland Chapel C.M.E. Church for Rosa Ida Coleman Harmon, 87, who died Sunday, January 1, 2006 at American Legion Hospital in Crowley.
Visiting hours will be observed Wednesday from 8 a.m. until service time at Maryland C.M.E. Chapel Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
She leaves to mourn her passing two sisters, Ruby Coleman Smith of Rayne and Annie Coleman Fusilier of Crowley and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Harmon; her mother, Rosa Ida Wilkins Coleman; her father, Homer Coleman Sr.; brothers Alphonse Coleman Sr., Percy Coleman, Homer Coleman Jr., Meshak Coleman; sisters, Edolia Coleman, Willie C. Wilridge, Vivian C. Wilridge, Freda C. Booth and Navada C. Syria.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Syrie Funeral Home of Lafayette.

CHURCH POINT – Adam Ware, 80, died Friday, December 30, 2005 at Acadia-St. Landry Hospital in Church Point. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at Our Mother of Mercy Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Duhon Funeral Home of Church Point.

CROWLEY – Shirley Schexnayder Perry, 60, died Monday, January 2, 2006 at American Legion Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 4 at Northside Assembly of God Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home of Crowley.

CHURCH POINT – Joseph Aaron “Dick” Richard, 72, died Saturday, December 31, 2005 at his residence. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, January 2, 2006 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Guidry Funeral Home of Church Point.

RAYNE – Helena Dupont Clement, 83, died Saturday, December 31, 2005 at Rayne Guest Home. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Monday, January 2 at St. Joseph Church. Burial was in the St. Joseph Cemetery #2 under the direction of Duhon Funeral Home of Rayne.

CROWLEY – Amy Fruge Richard, 97, died Sunday, January 1, 2006 at Louisiana Extended Care Hospital. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 4 at St. Michael Catholic Church. Service time is pending. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home of Crowley.

IOTA – Joseph Geary Hebert, 59, died Friday, December 30, 2006 at American Legion Hospital. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 31 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial was in the St. Joseph Mausoleum under the direction of Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home of Iota.

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