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BEN LeBLEU SERVICES HELD IN PORT ARTHUR

Rayne friends have returned home after attending funeral services for Ben LeBleu, 64, former resident of Rayne, who had been making his home in Port Arthur for over fifteen years.

Mr. LeBleu died Sunday morning at 6 a.m. at his home in Port Arthur, after a brief illness. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. Monday from a Port Arthur Catholic Church, with interment in the cemetery there.

He is survived by his widow, who was the former Miss Amy Pitre of Texas, his mother, Mrs. John LeBleu of Rayne, and three sisters, Mrs. Laurent Boudreaux and Mrs. R.C. Davis, both of Rayne, and Mrs. C.J. LeBlanc of Scott. One son, Edward "Dude" LeBleu preceded his father in death, passing away about fourteen months ago.

Those from Rayne making the trip to Port Arthur included Dr. and Mrs. E.L. Bercier, Robert Pharr, Mrs. Laurent Boudreaux, E.J. Dumesnil and C.J. Petitjean, Jr.

During the time the family made Rayne their home, Mr. LeBleu or "Ben" as he was known to everyone, had hosts of friends who thoroughly enjoyed the privilege of knowing him. His ability as a chef was outstanding, and some of the most delicious dishes we have ever had were concocted by Ben. He was also a popular figure at any gathering and is remembered by scores who join Tribune in extending sincerest sympathy to his wife and to members of the bereaved family in his death.

(Published in The Rayne Tribune on June 8, 1951)

Benjamin married Emma Amy Pitre 10 Dec 1906, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Emma was born 20 Feb 1889, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1 Dec 1984, Groves, Jefferson County, Texas, USA; was buried 3 Dec 1984, Greenlawn Memorial Park - Groves, Texas, USA. [Group Sheet]

1. Edward J. LeBleu was born 12 Mar 1908, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 31 Mar 1950, Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas, USA; was buried 1 Apr 1950, Greenlawn Memorial Park - Groves, Texas, USA.

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Old-Time Resident Succumbs

Friday, Nov. 18 marked the passing of another of Rayne's old time residents, Mr. John LeBleu, who died at the age of 66 years. Mr. LeBleu had lived here 44 years having raised all his family here. On Dec. 1, Mr. and Mrs. LeBleu would have been married 43 years.

He is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Celina Clement; four children, Mrs. L. Boudreaux, Mrs. C.J. LeBlanc, Miss Theresa LeBleu and Ben LeBleu; seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and four brothers and three sisters, all of whom live in Lake Charles.

Funeral services were held Saturday evening from St. Joseph's Catholic church with interment in St. Joseph's cemetery.

Mr. LeBleu had been ill for several years and his death came not unexpectedly, but as a merciful relief from his earthy sufferings. He was a devout Catholic, his religion being his greatest comfort in his last hours when all else except spiritual things count as but dross.

The Tribune bows its head in sympathy with the bereaved family, and may the Blessed Comforter be very near to those who mourn and help them as only He can help.

(Published in The Rayne Acadian Tribune on November 26, 1927)

John married Celina Clement 20 Nov 1884, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA. Celina (daughter of Don Louis Clement and Calisse Zelonise LeBlanc) was born 22 Aug 1869, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 28 Dec 1952, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 29 Dec 1952, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #1 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Mrs. John LeBleu Succumbs Sunday

Mrs. John LeBleu, the former Celina Clement, 83, lifelong resident of Rayne, died Sunday at 8:45 a.m. at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Laurent Boudreaux, after an illness of six months.

Mrs. LeBleu was born August 22, 1869.

Last rites were held at 10 a.m. today at the St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Col. L.C. Habetz officated the last rites and burial was in the old St. Joseph's cemetery.

Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Laurent Boudreaux of Rayne, Mrs. C.J. LeBlanc of Lafayette and many grandchildren.

Geesy Ferguson Funeral home of Crowley was in charge of arrangements.

(Published in the Crowley Daily Signal on December 29, 1952)



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Mrs. John LeBleu, the former Celina Clement, 83, lifelong resident of Rayne, died Sunday at 8:45 a.m. at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Laurent Boudreaux, after an illness of six months.

Mrs. LeBleu was born October 31, 1869.

Last rites were held at 10 a.m. Monday at the St. Joseph's Catholic church. Col. L.C. Habetz officiated at last rites and burial was in the old St. Joseph's cemetery.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Boudreaux and Mrs. C.J. LeBlanc of Lafayette; 8 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Sylvest Boudreaux of Rayne.

Pallbearers were Leo Trahan, C.J. Petitjean, Edgar Devillier, Walter Bremer, Louis Clement and R.L. LeBlanc.

Geesey-Ferguson Funeral home of Crowley was in charge of arrangements.

(Published in The Weekly Acadian of Rayne, LA on January 1, 1953)

Jean — Clementine Breaux. Clementine (daughter of Jean Baptiste Breaux and Marie Josette LeBleu) was born 24 May 1845, Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA; was christened 15 Oct 1846, Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 11 Jun 1883, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 12 Jun 1883, Old Catholic Cemetery - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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LEBLUE - At her residence on English Bayou, in this parish, Monday morning, June 11, 1993, Mrs. CLEMENTINE LEBLUE, wife of Martin Leblue, aged about 37 years.

Deceased was highly esteemed by those who knew her well. She leaves a husband and nine children and a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn her departure from among them. She was buried on Tuesday, in the Catholic cemetery at this place, the Rev. Father M. Kelley, conducting the funeral obsequies.

(Published in The Lake Charles Echo on June 16, 1883)

Don married Calisse Zelonise LeBlanc 19 Jul 1858, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA. Calisse (daughter of Calliste LeBlanc and Marie Cleonide Broussard) was born 4 May 1838, Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 28 Jul 1903, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 29 Jul 1903, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #1 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Rayne, La., July 28. - Mrs. Don Louis Clement died this morning at 10 o'clock, at the advanced age of sixty-seven years. She will be buried at the Catholic Cemetery here tomorrow morning. She leaves two sons and four daughters.

(Published in The New Orleans Times-Democrat on July 29, 1903)

Jean married Olive Carriere 19 Apr 1836, Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA. Olive was born 1821, Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1856, Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Jean married Marie Josette LeBleu 18 Nov 1831, Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA. Marie (daughter of Arsene LeBleu and Sarah Celeste Andrus) was born 20 Nov 1817, Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1846. [Group Sheet]

Don married Marie Carmelite Lantier 21 Mar 1838, Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, USA. Marie was born 5 Mar 1815, Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1844, Grand Coteau, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Calliste married Marie Cleonide Broussard 30 Apr 1821, St. Martinville, St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, USA. Marie (daughter of Benjamin Louis Broussard and Marie Magdeline Hebert) was born 16 Jan 1805, St. Martinville, St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1876, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]