Auguste married Calisse Zelonise LeBlanc 20 Jan 1854, Opelousas, 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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Pioneer Woman Of Rayne Dies Sunday

St. Joseph Catholic Church at 9 a.m., Monday, March 23, Father H. Lerschen officiating. during his sermon, he spoke of the many virtues which Mrs. McBride possessed, stressing her motherhood and life of love for her children, which was made the more impressive by the tear stained faces of these same "girls and boys" who surrounded her during the funeral. At the close of the last rites, the funeral procession continued on to St. Joseph's cemetery, where the remains were laid to rest in the family vault.

Pallbearers included Mrs. McBride's four sons: Walter, Edward, Henry and Anderson, and two nephews, Felix Perres and O.T. McBride.

The well conducted arrangements were in charge of the Ardoin Funeral Home.

With Mrs. McBride's death, one of Rayne's most colorful characters has passed on. With her went a wealth of history and lore of this community since she was one of the first residents of Rayne and the former Poupeville. Her father, August Perres, Sr., came to this section of Louisiana from France, and was one of the first to make his home in the vicinity of what is now known as Rayne. He married a Miss LeBlanc who was in turn a daughter of a Miss Broussard, the family line being direct descendants of Longfellow's famous "Evangeline". Mrs. McBride's mother was originally from what is now the Church Point community, but after her marriage, she and Mr. Perres moved to this section. Mrs. McBride was born on one of the largest tracts in the State at that time, owned by her father and located in and around Poupeville, near the present John Servat farm. The settlement gradually grew and the present St. Joseph Church was established near there some 70 years ago. Later, with the passing of the Southern Pacific Lines, the entire settlement was moved up to the tracks and renamed Rayne, Mrs. McBride moving into town 65 years ago she married Walter Scott McBride of the Church Point section and since that time, has made her home continuously in Rayne.

To talk with her was a rare treat, for she had the customs and history of the community at her fingertips and with her many experiences in the early days, she was a source of unusual and accurate information. During her girlhood and early wife-hood, the families had to spin their own cotton and weave their cloth for wearing apparel. All of their cooking was done in chimneys, and hardships were plentiful. Mrs. McBride was one of the few of these Louisiana pioneers who lived to see electricity become universally used along with thousands of other inventions and improvements, and she kept in touch with the wide progress of the world during her last years.

Her keen mind and active sense of humor, made Mrs. McBride a constant source of pleasure to her family and hundreds of friends, these faculties even seeming to improve with the advancement of years. She recognized everyone immediately and always had a friendly greeting for all.

In her last illness, around her bedside were gathered her "boys" and "girls", always girls and boys to her although they have grown to mature years with homes of their own. The life so long interwoven with theirs, they watched with grief-stricken hearts, while it slowly but surely passed over. The love of a mother for her children passes all human understanding and just such a love did this mother have for her family. We feel confident that in coming years the memory of her unselfish devotion will be for them a guiding star and an ever present inspiration. Although fully aware that her "four score and ten" had long since passed, this mother had no fear of death. She talked with members of her family about the past and planned for the present and future. Her last words were of love for her children, and that quiet closing scene has left with them the indication of that wonderful peace to which she has been claimed after her long years of service and labor on this earth. A true Christian, Mrs. McBride practiced the precepts of her early teaching faithfully, and was prepared when the last summons came.

Tribune bows its head in grief at the passing of so loved a figure, and it is with sincere regret that we add our words of condolences to those who have been voiced by the scores of friends throughout this section.

Surviving Mrs. McBride, former Miss Aurelia Perres, are six children: Anderson of Rayne, Henry of Port Arthur, Miss Ella McBride, Walter, Edward, and Mrs. Jos. Privat, all of Rayne. In addition she is survived by one adopted daughter, Mrs. G. Besse of Port Arthur; four half-sisters: Mrs. Sylvestre Boudreaux, and Mrs. John LeBleu of Rayne and Mrs. Adam Talbot and Mrs. Felix Royer of Port Arthur; and one half-brother, Anatole Clement of Rayne; seventeen grandchildren, and one niece, Mrs. Lucille Jeanmard of Lafayette and one nephew, Felix Perres of Rayne. Her only brother, August Perres, Jr., preceded her in death a number of years ago.

(Published in the Rayne Acadian Tribune on March 27, 1936)

Aurelia married W.S. McBride [Group Sheet]

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RAYNE PIONEER BURIED TODAY

Auguste Perres, Estimable Citizen Succumbs After Three Days Illness

Auguste Perres, one of the pioneer settlers of the town of Rayne, was buried this morning at 9 o'clock. Right Rev. J.B. Jeanmard, bishop of Lafayette, officiated. He was assisted by Rev. Father Doutre, pastor of the Catholic Church in Rayne. The funeral was largely attended because the deceased was held in the highest esteem by many friends.

Three days ago, Mr. Perres became ill with an acute attack of Bright's disease from which he never rallied. He passed into eternity at 10:30 o'clock Tuesday morning surrounded by his loved ones.

All of the time that he lived in Rayne, Mr. Perres conducted a blacksmith and wheelwright establishment. In later years he retired and his son, Felix Perres, carried on the business which his father established so well.

Besides his son, Mr. Perres is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Frank Jeanmard, of Lafayette, and a sister, Mrs. Walter McBride, of Rayne, as well as a number of other relatives.

Mr. Perres was always deeply concerned in the welfare of Rayne, more particularity because he was among the original settlers in the place. There remains but two more of the first citizens of the town, Auguste Perres and H.W. Anding, according to the information given to The Signal this morning.

We wish to extend our condolence to those who are grieved in the death of this much lamented citizen.

(Published in the Crowley Daily Signal on January 19, 1921)

Auguste married Dolores Arenas 18 Sep 1879, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA. Dolores was born 11 Dec 1858, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 28 Feb 1926, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 1 Mar 1926, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #1 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Anderson married Marie Lisa Swindler 13 Apr 1897. Marie was born 12 Feb 1878, Waterloo, Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 14 Oct 1967, Bay City, Matagorda County, Texas, USA; was buried 16 Oct 1967, Roselawn Memorial Park - Van Vleck, Texas, USA. [Group Sheet]

Anderson — Ozia Breaux. Ozia was born 5 Oct 1884, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 18 Apr 1957, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Prien Memorial Park Cemetery - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Funeral services for Henry McBride, 63, who died suddenly at Port Arthur, Tex., Tuesday, May 17, were held Wednesday, May 18 at the St. Joseph's Catholic church, Rev. Father L. C. Habetz officiating.

Surviving are his son, Lynn McBride of Combs, Tex., and two sisters, Mrs. Jos. Privat and Miss Ella McBride, three brothers, Andrus McBride, Walter McBride, and E. S. McBride, all of this city.

(Published in The Crowley Acadian-Signal on May 26, 1938)

Henry married Martha Mouton 30 May 1900, Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, USA. Martha was born 1869; died 9 Mar 1904, St. Martinville, St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , St. John Cemetery - Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Henry — Nellie Viola Goolsbee. Nellie was born 23 Jan 1881, Woodville, Tyler County, Texas, USA; died 8 Jun 1982, Weslaco, Hidalgo County, Texas, USA; was buried , Highland Memorial Park Cemetery - Weslaco, Texas, USA. [Group Sheet]

Henry married Gertrude Sarah Shoemaker 22 Nov 1916. Gertrude was born 14 Jul 1879, Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, USA ; died 16 Jun 1961, Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas, USA; was buried , San Fernando Cemetery #3 - San Antonio, Texas, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Rayne lost another of its loved 'senior citizens' this past week when death claimed Miss Mary Ella McBride, 84, member of one of Rayne's first families who dated back to the days of Poupeville, Miss McBride passing away at the Rayne Guest Home on Friday at 11:30 a.m. after a long illness.

Funeral services were held Saturday morning at 9 a.m. from St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Rev. Emery Labbe officiating. Interment followed in the family plot in the old St. Joseph Cemetery with Gossen Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers were Sidney McBride, Warren McBride, Harold Leleux, Jr., Harold Leleux, Sr., Tony Privat and Edwin "Butch" Ousse.

Miss McBride was a native of Rayne and a lifelong resident here. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Scott McBride, her mother being the former Aurelia Perres, and member of one of the pioneer families in this area. Mr. and Mrs. McBride resided in Poupeville, and were among the settlers of that section who moved with the entire Poupeville community up to the railroad tracks in the 1880's when the settlement of Poupeville was renamed to Rayne.

She was educated in local schools and later joined her brother, the late Walter J. McBride in the operation of what was originally McBride's Confectionery, then later became McBride's Drug Store. She was an important part of this business firm, and served the public faithfully over a long span of years, assisting her brother, and, in her quiet, sweet manner, making many friends for the drug store. For some time, this was also the offices for the Greyhound Bus lines and she handled the ticket office operation. She remained with the firm until Walter's retirement, when she also retired and devoted the remainder of her days to enjoying members of her family and her many friends.

She had been in ill heath for some time, and had been a resident at the Guest Home for several years where she was a loved part of the group of friends there.

"Miss Ella" will always be remembered fondly by her family and by the many friends of long standing who were intimate as only friends from childhood on can remain. She was an interesting part of Rayne's earlier business life, and she contributed much, along with her brother in providing one of Rayne's well known business establishments, located next to today's Gene's Shoe Store. Much of the original McBride's building was torn down in recent years to make way for the present Rayne State Bank parking area.

Her brothers and sisters have all preceded her in death, and she is survived only by numerous nieces and nephews who were very dear to her. Among these are Tony Privat, Warren McBride, Sidney McBride, Edward McBride of Maryland, Harold McBride of Germany, Glenn McBride of Brownsville, Texas, Tom and Joe McBride of Lake Charles, Mrs Edwin Ousse, Mrs. Dan LeLeux and Mrs. A.E. Raymond, Jr. all of Rayne, Mrs. Harold LeLeux of Estherwood, Mrs. Gabe Alandin of Connecticut and Mrs. Howard Duran of Lake Charles.

(Published in The Rayne Acadian Tribune on June 18, 1970)

Walter — Eva Claire Lancaster. Eva was born 10 Mar 1899, McLennan County, Texas, USA; died 15 Oct 1983, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Edward S. McBride, Rayne Resident, Succumbs Friday

RAYNE, La. - Edward Scott McBride, Sr., 59 year old life-long resident of Rayne, died at 12:20 p.m. Friday at the Veteran's hospital in New Orleans following an illness of one year. Mr. McBride was born March 13, 1894 in Rayne.

Time of funeral services have not been set pending the arrival of a son, Lt. Edward McBride, jr., who was in Baltimore, MD., to spend Christmas with his wife and her family. Last rites will be conducted at the St. Joseph's Catholic church in Rayne with burial in the church cemetery. Until the hour for last rites the body will remain at the Gossen Funeral home.

Military rites will be conducted by the American Legion, Arceneaux Post 77 of Rayne, of which Mr. McBride was a charter member and past commander. He was a veteran of World War I.

He is survived by his wife, the former May Plattsmier; four sons, Lt. McBride, Sidney and Harold McBride of Rayne, and Warren McBride, who is stationed with the Navy at Key West, Fla.; two daughters, Mrs. Harold Leleux of Estherwood and Mrs. Dan Leleux of Rayne; one brother, Walter McBride of Rayne; two sisters, Mrs. Joe Privat and Miss Ella McBride of Rayne, and three grandchildren.

(Published in The Crowley Daily Signal on December 26, 1953)

Edward married Zulma Mae Plattsmier 17 Nov 1920, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Zulma was born 30 Nov 1900, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 31 Jan 1983, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 1 Feb 1983, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Last Rites Held At Monday Mass For Mrs. Privat

Funeral services were held at a 10 a.m. Mass Monday in the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne for Mrs. Joseph Privat, 67, the former Julie McBride, who died at 4:20 p.m. Saturday in the Rayne-Branch hospital.

She was born July 14, 1886, in Rayne.

Mrs. Privat's family was among the first settlers of Church Point, her father being the later Walter Scott McBride. Her mother was a direct descendant of the Acadians in the St. Martinville community. Her husband, Joe Privat, who preceded her in death two years, operated a bakery in Rayne which had been in his family since the early days of this city He was also prominently known for his work in developing agriculture in this area and won many awards for his truck farming. Active in the Auxiliary of Arceneaux Post, American Legion, Mrs. Privat was also a member of the Ladies Alter Society of St. Joseph Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Edwin Ousse, Rayne; one son, Anthony Privat, Rayne; one brother, Walter McBride, Rayne; one sister, Miss Ella McBride, Rayne, and one grandchild.

Officiating was Father O'Neil Landry, Mrs. Privat's nephew. He is the pastor of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Centerville. Present in the sanctuary were Rev. Jules Jeanmard, pastor of the St. Edmond Catholic Church, Eunice, Rev. Joseph Lefleur, pastor of the St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Mowata; and Rev. Hubert Lerschen.

The Gossen Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

(Published in The Rayne Acadian-Tribune on January 2, 1964)

Julie married Joseph Joe Privat 5 Feb 1921, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Joseph was born 6 Nov 1890, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 10 Feb 1961, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #1 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Felix Perres, Rayne Fire Chief, Succumbs Suddenly on Friday

Felix Perres, 55 years of age, chief of the Rayne fire department, died suddenly Friday morning after having suffered a stroke Thursday night, according to news from Rayne.

Funeral arrangements have not been completed as yet, it was stated, since plans are being held in abeyance pending the return of Mrs. Perres from Indianapolis, Ind., where she was visiting her daughter. She was notified this morning and is returning to Rayne by plane.

Mr. Perres had been chief of the Rayne fire department for something like 25 years, it was said, and had served as mayor of that city from 1926-1928.

Funeral arrangements were in charge of the Gossen funeral home of Rayne.

(Published in the Crowley Daily Signal on March 1, 1940)



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CHIEF PERRES PASSES AWAY

Lifelong Resident Of Rayne Dies Suddenly Here Friday Morning

Death brought to a close one of the most colorful and highly respected lives in this community on last Friday, March 1, when Felix Perres, 55, passed away at his home in S. Rayne at 10:30 a. m. following an illness of only a few hours' duration.

Mr. Perres became ill during the night, and although every thing possible was done to aid him, he failed to rally and died within few brief hours after he was taken sick. He had just recently recovered following an illness of several weeks, but was apparently well on the road toward a complete recuperation when he was seized with the attack which claimed his life Friday morning.

Funeral services, widely attended by friends from over the entire state were held from St. Joseph Catholic Church at 10:30 a. m Saturday, March 2, under the direction of the Rayne Fire Department. The remains were placed on one of the departments fire trucks which served as a funeral coach during the final procession to the church. A guard of honor composed of members of the Rayne department, and other prominent visiting chiefs and firemen from over the entire state, flanked the truck on either side as the funeral cortege moved slowly to St. Joseph's church for the last rites. During the services in church, this same group of honorary pallbearers stood on either side of the casket, and this tribute was maintained until the remains were tenderly laid to rest in the family vault at St. Joseph cemetery.

Pallbearers included Ovey Norris, Murphy Broussard, Whitney Junot, Joe Hebert, Desire Boullion and Emerson Chiasson, all members of the Rayne Fire department.

During the services at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rev. Father H. Lerschen, pastor, was the celebrant of a Solemn Requiem Mass, and also paid beautiful tribute to the life and character of Mr. Perres in a beautifully worded eulogy. He was assisted during the Mass by Rev. L. C. Habetz as Deacon, and Seminarian Jules Jeanmard of the Notre Dame Seminary, New Orleans, as Sub Deacon. In the Sanctuary were His Excellency, the Most Reverend Jules B. Jeanmard, D. D., Bishop of Lafayette, and Rev. Father J. C. Gaudin, Vice Chancellor. His Excellency, the Bisop gave final Absolution over the body in church immediately after Requiem Mass.

As the last rites were completed at the graveside, a final siren salute was sounded to the Chief who had led the Rayne Fire Department for more than 25 years, of faithful and devoted service.

Among the visiting firemen who served as honorary pallbearers were Chief Rene Bernard of Thibodeaux, president of the Louisiana Firemen's Association; Chief Bumgartner, Lake Charles; Chief Miles, Crowley; Chief Bogan and Capt. Norwood, Baton Rouge; Chief Robertson and President Hays of Opelousas Fire Department; First Assistant Chief Broussard, Lafayette; Chief McManus and Firemen Arnold of Eunice; Mayor Lassass and Joe Privat of Thibodeaux.

The Gossen Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Born in Rayne on October 27, 1884 Mr. Perres was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. August Perres. He was a lifelong resident of Rayne, just as his family before him made this section their home for many years. His grandfather on his mother's side, Mathias Arenas, formerly operated a postoffice and stage coach relay station which was located on almost the exact site where the present Richard Sinclair service station now stands. This background of family history so closely interwoven into his life is probably one of the strongest reasons why Mr. Perres worked so steadily toward the upbuilding and progress of Rayne and Acadia Parish. The roots of his affection for this community were deeply imbedded in a pioneer ancestry of which he was justly proud.

Mr. Perres was a charter member of the Rayne Fire Association which was formed in 1900. More than twenty-five years ago, he was honored by his fellow-firemen who named him Chief of the department -- a position which he conscientiously discharged until death sounded the final call. His work with the local organization has proven a constant inspiration to its entire membership, and he strove always to provide the very latest methods and equipment for the association, making it one of the most outstanding volunteer groups in the nation. His work in this connection was widely recognized, and he was honored again and again by state, national and international Fire associations, having been elected several times to serve as a state representative to the International meeting held in the United States and Canada.

In addition, Mr. Perres also served his community in a civic capacity, being a member of the City Council for several terms, and serving as Mayor of the Town of Rayne from 1928 to 1930. He was also actively engaged in business thruout this period, operating for some time the Sinclair station of the corner of Adams and Texas Ave., and more recently maintaining a connection with the firm of Benton W. Mauboules, Inc. Mr. Perres was a member of the W. O. W. for many years and served as head of the Rayne Camp for sometimes.

Chief Perres occupied a prominent place in the civic life of Rayne, in the heart of every member of the Rayne Fire Association, and in the respect of each and every person who knew him and admired him for his sterling qualities and his death is one which will be keenly felt by all.

Death has written a final chapter in his life, and no more will the familiar figure of "The Chief" be part of Rayne's life -- but the memory of his service; his devotion to everything that was worthwhile and lasting -- and his true citizenship will be a lasting memiry and inspiration to everyone in the years to come.

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Gorgiana Amy Perres; one son, Leo Perres of Eunice; one daughter, Mrs. Walter C. Chelf of Indianapolis, Ind.; one grandson; and one sister, Mrs. Frank Jeanmard of Lafayette.

(Published in The Rayne Tribune on March 8, 1940)

Felix married Georgiana Amy 27 Oct 1908, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Georgiana was born 8 Feb 1888, St. Martinville, St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 2 Mar 1940, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 15 Mar 1940, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #1 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Member of Early Rayne Family Is Claimed By Death

Funeral services were held Monday at 10 a.m. in St. John's Cathedral in Lafayette for Mrs. J. Frank Jeanmard, the former Lucille Perres, 81, who died at Lafayette General Hospital at 11 a.m. Saturday.

Her son, Rt. Rev. Msgr. Jules Jeanmard of Eunice, was celebrant of the beautiful Mass, with His Excellency, the Most Rev. Maurice Schexnayder, D.D., Bishop of Lafayette, giving the Absolution, and Rt. Rev. Msgr. George A. Bodin, V.F., pastor of St. John Cathedral, officiating at the graveside ceremonies. Deacon for the Mass was Very Rev. Edward Boudreaux, while the Sub Deacon was Rev. Marcel Fourcade.

Interment was in the St. John Cemetery, with hosts of relatives and friends from this entire area in attendance.

Pallbearers included her grandsons and grandnephews, Frank Traub and Buddy Bettis, grandsons, and George Jeanmard, Cyrus Guidry, Michael and Michell Barras, great nephews.

Honorary pallbearers included Bennett Voorhies, Sr., J. Alfred Mouton, Sr., William Mouton, Dr. Eerleen Bienvenu, Jerome Thibeaux and Jules Krauss of Lafayette, J.C. Keller, Jr., of Eunice, and John Fangue and Sidney Toups of Berwick.

Mrs. Jeanmard will be remembered by many in this community as the daughter of the late August Perres and Dolores Arenas Perres, pioneer settlers of the Rayne area.

She was a sister of the late Felix Perres, charter member and first Fire Chief of the Rayne Volunteer Fire Association, and long prominent in the business and civic life of this community. Her girlhood was spent here, and her happiest memories were of her early life in Rayne, and the many wonderful friends here whom she cherished throughout the years she lived in Lafayette.

Mrs. Jeanmard often said: "Lafayette is where I live, but Rayne will always be my home". She frequently visited here during the time Mr. and Mrs. Perres were living, and had many relatives and friends in Rayne who dearly loved this sweet Christian woman. Her family was her greatest joy, and she was a devoted wife and mother. Her husband, the late J. Frank Jeanmard, was a brother to His Excellency, the most Rev. Jules B. Jeanmard, D.D., loved Bishop of the Lafayette Diocese until his death several years ago.

Following her death, the family requested that remembrances be made to St. Mary's Home or Immaculate Seminary, since she had always had a great interest in these two institutions.

Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Jerome Thibeaux and Miss Marie Louise Jeanmard, both of Lafayette, Mrs. George Traub of New Orleans and Mrs. Nathan Bettis of Houston, Texas, one son, Rt. Rev. Msgr. Jules Jeanmard, pastor of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice; and nine grandchildren.

(Published in The Rayne Acadian Tribune on June 6, 1968)

Lucille — Joseph Frank Jeanmard. Joseph was born 21 Sep 1873, Breaux Bridge, St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 7 Dec 1931, Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 8 Dec 1931, St. John Cemetery - Lafayette, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Wilson (Eva) DeRouen, 84, will be announced by Johnson Funeral Home. She died Tuesday in a local hospital.

(Published in the Lake Charles American Press on February 20, 2002)



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Funeral services for Eva Marie Derouen, 84, will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Revs. John Giles and Steve Cox will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. today, with a Scripture service at 6:30 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Friday.

Mrs. Derouen died at 10:35 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2002, in a local hospital.

She was a native of Rayne and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She was a charter member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters and the Ladies Altar Society.

Survivors include two sons, Elden P. Derouen of Spring, Texas, and Ron Derouen of Marshall, Texas; one daughter, Nettie Landry of Moss Bluff; two brothers, Willie McBride of Lake Charles and Anderson McBride of Houston; four sisters, Noaline Derise, Willia Mae Robert and Clara Joyce Landry, all of Lake Charles, and Nina Philmon of Carlyss; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

(Published in the Lake Charles American Press on February 21, 2002)

Eva — Wilson Derouen. Wilson was born 28 Sep 1917, Iowa, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 11 Mar 1991, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Highland Memory Gardens - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Thomas — L.M. LeBleu. (daughter of Volsan LeBleu and Lillie Andrus) [Group Sheet]

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Willa Mae McBride Robert, age 88, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2009, at a local hospital. Ms. Robert was born in Rayne, LA, on March 22, 1921. She lived in Lake Charles for over 70 years. She retired from The Fair Department Store after 40 years of exemplary service. Ms. Robert was loved and respected by her colleagues and customers. She was a member of St. Margaret's Catholic Church. Preceding her in death was her husband, Freddie Robert. She leaves to cherish her memory, two sons, Julian Robert and wife, Deborah, of Baton Rouge and Paul Wayne Robert and wife, Kate of Lake Charles; one brother, Bill McBride of Lake Charles; one sister, Joyce Landry of Lake Charles; 5 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2009, at Johnson Funeral Home. Rev. Jody Robert, her grandson, will officiate. Burial will follow in Prien Memorial Park. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 19, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. and again on Thursday, from 8 a.m. until time of service. A scripture and memory service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday evening. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society in Willa Mae Robert's memory.

Willa — Freddie Robert. Freddie was born 16 Sep 1915, Louisiana, USA; died 16 Jan 1998, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Prien Memorial Park Cemetery - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Willie Joseph McBride, 96, of Lake Charles, LA, died at 10:11 PM on Saturday, January 16, 2021 in a local hospital.

Mr. McBride was born February 13, 1924 in Rayne, LA. He rode his bicycle to Lake Charles where he began driving a taxicab and them moved his family here. He spent several years in construction, where he learned how to build houses and then worked as a longshoreman. He later was the owner and operator of McBride's Roller Disco. Mr. McBride was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church. He always enjoyed building cabinets and tinkering and could fix anything set before him. He will always be remembered for his humble nature and was thankful for everyone in his life.

Mr. McBride is survived by his four sons, Willie Dean McBride and wife Tam of Georgia, Melvin "Ray" McBride and fiancée Mary Chambers of Sulphur, Rene McBride and wife Tammy of Lake Charles, and Troy Kim McBride of Lake Charles; along with twenty-six grandchildren, fifty-one great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel McBride; his parents; and all of his brothers and sisters.

His funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at University Baptist Church, under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Rev. Jody Robinson will officiate. Burial will follow in Prien Memorial Park. Visitation will be at the church on Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and continue on Thursday from 9:00 AM until the start of the services.

(Published by Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles, LA)

Willie — Hazel Benoit. Hazel was born 9 Jan 1923, Mermentau, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1 Aug 2014, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 5 Aug 2014, Highland Memory Gardens - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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An angel took flight to heaven on Thursday, March 16, 2006. Nina " Meme" M. Philmon passed away after a long battle with cancer. She went peacefully surrounded by her girls. She cherished 35 wonderful years of marriage to James W. Philmon Jr. until his death in 1981. She owned her own beauty salon for 32 years. After retirement she worked for the Ladies Auxiliary, known as the " Pink Ladies," at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital for 13 years. She was a lady with many hobbies, such as cooking, working in her yard and sewing. Her sense of humor and wonderful smile will be greatly missed. Survivors include one daughter, Jeanette Hoffpauir and husband Terrance of Carlyss; two granddaughters, Marla Landry of Carlyss and Angie Landry of Hackberry; three great-granddaughters, Brittney Broom and husband Joey of Buna, Texas, and Taylor Landry and Kaye Leigh LaBove, both of Hackberry; three step-granddaughters, Julie Ragusa and husband Brad of Lake Charles, Jacqueline Hartman and husband Stuart of Baton Rouge, and Shelby Hoffpauir of Carlyss; one step-great-granddaughter, Gabriella Ragusa of Lake Charles; two sisters, Willa Mae Robert and Joyce Landry, both of Lake Charles; two brothers, Willie McBride and wife Hazel of Lake Charles and Anderson " Joe" McBride of Houston; numerous nieces and nephews, including a very special and dedicated nephew, Lynn Richard; sisters-in-law, Virginia Philmon and friend Jenny and Evelyn Estes and husband Buddy of Baton Rouge; and brothers-in-law, Bill Philmon and wife Mary Ann of Lufkin, Texas, Glenn Philmon and wife Helen of Metairie, and Jake Philmon and wife Patricia of Lake Charles. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James W. Philmon Jr.; two sisters, Ilene Durese and Eva Derouen; and three brothers, Clopha Richard, Clabby Andrus and Tom McBride. Her funeral will be at 2 p. m. Saturday, March 18, in Hixson - Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Roland Vaughn will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines South Cemetery in Carlyss. Visitation is 1 - 9 p. m. today, with a rosary service at 6 p. m., and from 9 a.m. Saturday. The family asks that memorial donations be made in her memory to the recovery effort for St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church of Hackberry. Words of comfort may be left for the family at www.mem.com.

(Published in The Lake Charles American Press on March 17, 2006)

Nina married James William Philmon, Jr. 21 May 1950, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA. James was born 25 Feb 1929; died 18 Nov 1981, Sulphur, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Mimosa-Pines South Cemetery - Carlyss, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Anderson married C.A. Hughey [Group Sheet]

Anderson married L.D. Maxey [Group Sheet]

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Joyce Landry, 85, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 in her residence.

She was a resident of Lake Charles for over 60 years and was a member of St. Margaret's Catholic Church. She had been a Hair Dresser since 1963. She enjoyed cleaning and also caring for her plants. Grocery shopping and cooking was a big love of hers. One of the many things she was able to do in her life which she was proud was be a part of the "Lee Jonet Show" on Channel 7 multiple times. Also, she worked at the "Fair Store" for many years. She loved QVC and was very faithful at watching it. Most of all she loved her family and was known for her great sense of humor.

She is survived by her son; one brother; one granddaughter; four great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by two husbands, Isom Roy and Frank L. Landry, Sr., her parents Anderson and Ozxia McBride, along with four brothers and four sisters.

Services will be held at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 11:00am. Rev. Jody Blane Robert great nephew will officiate. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 10:00am until service time at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Prien Memorial Park. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.

(Published by Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles, LA)

Clara — Isom Roy. Isom was born 31 Aug 1923, Eunice, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1 Dec 2002, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 4 Dec 2002, Consolata Cemetery - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Clara — Frank L. Landry, Sr.. [Group Sheet]

Henry — Dovie Mae Dwiggins. Dovie was born 27 Dec 1903, Grapevine, Tarrant County, Texas, USA; died 14 Aug 1983, Hurst, Tarrant County, Texas, USA; was buried , Mount Olivet Cemetery - Fort Worth, Texas, USA. [Group Sheet]

Henry — J. Newton. [Group Sheet]

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Services Held Saturday For Jeraldine Raymond

Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 23, 1995 at 2 p.m. at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne for Jeraldine McBride Raymond, 73, who died at her residence Friday morning, December 22.

Burial was in the St. Joseph Cemetery.

Survivors include two sons, Stephen Raymond of Rayne and Walter Raymond of Lafayette; a daughter, Mary Ann Bush of Rayne; a sister, Robin Alvandian of New Haven, Conn. and six grandchildren.

Mrs. Raymond was a teacher in the Acadia Parish public school system for many years.

Mrs. Raymond was a member of the Catholic Daughters, Rayne Garden Club, La. Retired Teachers Association and the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Gossen Funeral Home of Rayne was in charge of arrangements.

(Published in The Rayne Independent on December 28, 1995)

Jeraldine married Anthony Etienne Raymond 14 Jul 1950, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Anthony was born 24 Oct 1918; died 28 Sep 1989, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

M.R. — G. Alvandian. [Group Sheet]

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Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2002, at St. Margaret Catholic Church in Esterwood for Marilyn McBride Leleux, 80, who died at 1:15 p.m. Monday, June 3, at the American Legion Hospital in Crowley.

Officiating for the funeral service was the Rev. Rusty Richard, pastor of St. Margaret Catholic Church.

Readers for the Mass of the Resurrection were here granddaughters, Andrea Trahan and Jeanne T. Marcantel. Giftbearers were her granddaughters, Alice Trahan, Julie T. Martin and Claire Leleux.

Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Crowley.

Mrs. Leleux retired after 34 years as a school secretary for Midland High School.

Survivors include three daughters, Roy Lynn S. Trahan and her husband, Lawrence, of Crowley, Sydna L. Hanks and her husband, Albay, of Jennings, and Ellen L. Myers and her husband, Glyn, of Eunice; a son, Harold P. Leleux, Jr. and his wife, Lyle D. Leleux, of Rayne; three brothers, Edward S. McBride, of Kingsville, Md., Warren McBride, of Rayne, and Harold A. McBride, of Garland, Texas; 12 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two husbands, Harold P. Leleux Sr. and Roy Lionel Schexnayder; a brother, Sidney McBride; and a sister, Kathleen M. Leleux.

Pallbearers were her grandsons, Brad, Eric and Luke Hanks, Benjamin Leleux and Derek, Clay and Mark Myers.

Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home Inc. of Crowley was in charge of the arrangements.

(Published in The Rayne Independent on June 6, 2002)

Marilyn married Roy Lionel Schexnyder, Sr. 14 Apr 1941, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Roy was born 8 Jul 1920; died 3 May 1944, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #1 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Marilyn married Harold Paul Leleux, Sr. 11 Mar 1948, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Harold was born 2 Sep 1919, Estherwood, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 7 May 1977, Crowley, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Woodlawn Cemetery - Crowley, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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On August 20, 2017 Edward Scott McBride, beloved husband for 64 years to Marie Elizabeth (nee Schaadt) McBride; devoted father of Scott McBride and his wife Anne; cherished grandfather of Christopher, Zachary McBride and the late Jordan McBride; loving step grandfather of Sabrine Hasan; dear brother of Warren McBride and his wife Ruth, Harold (Hammy) McBride and his wife Betty and the late Sidney McBride, Marylyn LeLeux and Kathleen LeLeux; devoted son of the late Edward S. McBride, Sr. and Zulma Plattsmire McBride. The family will receive friends at the E.F. Lassahn Funeral Home, P.A. 11750 Belair Road in Kingsville on Friday from 3-5 & 7-9pm. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 11:00am. Interment in Parkwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the National Association on Mental Illness and the Jerusalem Mill Foundation.

(Published in The Baltimore Sun on August 24, 2017)



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Edward Scott McBride, 94, of Kingsville, Maryland, passed away on August 20, 2017, due to complications of old age.

Edward was born in Rayne, Louisiana on July 18, 1923. He graduated from St. Joseph High School. After World War II, he continued on to receive a degree in Agriculture from the University of Southwestern Louisiana and masters credits at LSU. Ed was married to Marie Elizabeth McBride (nee Schaadt) on September 3, 1953; they were married 64 years. At the age of 17, Ed entered the Army and fought at Pearl Harbor when it was attacked. During World War II, he became a Section Sergeant in charge of Angle and Fields of Fire. He drilled and trained men and served in combat in New Guinea and Dutch East Indies. He spent a total of 46 months in the Pacific War Theatre. With the outbreak of the Korean War, he was called back into service as a Second Lieutenant. He received a Purple Heart with an Oak Leaf Cluster from two injuries on a reconnaissance mission in North Korea. After the war, he was in the Army's Central Intelligence Division when he came to Maryland's Fort Hollabird where he met and married Marie Elizabeth McBride (nee Schaadt). His only child, Scott, was born 11 months later. After leaving active duty, Ed worked for Davidson Chemical and Olin Matheson consulting for and selling agricultural products to farmers and other businesses in Maryland. In 1957, Ed and Marie acquired a dairy farm in Harford County which they managed until 1962 when interstate 95 was built through the property. After the dairy farm, Ed and Marie bought apartment houses in Baltimore City and renovated and sold them along with other properties. He enjoyed boating on the Chesapeake Bay, riding and breeding race horses, RV camping and watching his grandchildren grow. He was also active in the Middle River Rotary Club and the Crescent Yacht Club for many years.

Ed is survived by his wife, Marie McBride, his son Scott McBride, daughter in law Anne McBride, his grandchildren Christopher and Zachary McBride, step granddaughter Sabrine Hasan and his brothers Warren McBride, sister in law Ruth McBride, Harold (Hammy) McBride and sister in law Betty McBride and other family and friends. Ed is preceded in death by his parents, Edward S. McBride, Sr., and Zulma Plattsmire McBride, his brother Sidney McBride, his sisters Marylyn LeLeux, and Kathleen LeLeux, and grandson, Jordan McBride.

The family will receive friends at the E.F. Lassahn Funeral Home, P.A. 11750 Belair Road in Kingsville on Friday, August 25, 2017 from 3-5 & 7-9pm. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 11:00am. Interment in Parkwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the National Association on Mental Illness and the Jerusalem Mill Foundation

(Published by Lassahn Funeral Home of Kingsville, MD)

Edward married M.E. Schaadt [Group Sheet]

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Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 17, 1999, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne for Sidney James McBride Sr., 73, who died Thursday, July 15, at his home.

The Rev. Joseph Stemmans officiated. Interment followed in the new St. Joseph Cemetery in the McBride family plot.

Readers were Marilyn McBride Leleux and Roy Lynn Trahan. Presentation of gifts were by Louise McBride Cannon, Janet McBride, Stephen McBride and John McBride.

A lifelong resident of Rayne, Mr. McBride was a mbmer of St. Joseph Catholic Church and American Legion Post 77. He was a graduate of Rayne High School and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and saw action in the Pacific aboard the USS San Diego.

Mr. McBride was in the income tax service and was owner and operator of McBride's Grocery. In 1984, he retired as a clerk with the Acadia Parish Clerk of Court.

Sidney was an avid fisherman and was an avid golfer at his beloved Cajun Pines Golf Course.

Survivors include his wife, Isabelle Benoit McBride; two sons, Stephen Scott McBride of Lafayette and John Mervin McBride of Rayne; two daughters and a son-in-law, Louise McBride Cannon and Mark Cannon of New Iberia and Janet Faye McBride; his grandchildren, Ellie Louise Comeaux and Dave Oneal Comeaux of Rayne; his sister, Marilyn McBride Leleux; and his three brothers, Edward Scott McBride of Kingsville, Md., Warren Stephen McBride of Rayne and Harold Anthony McBride of Garland, Texas.

He was preceded in death by two sons, Gregory Neal McBride and Sidney James McBride Jr.; his parents, Zulma Plattsmier McBride and Edward Scott McBride Sr.; and his sister, Kathleen McBride Leleux.

Pallbearers were Mark Cannon, Harold P. Leleux, David E. Leleux, Carl J. McBride, Warren S. McBride and Harold A. McBride.

Gossen Funeral Home in Rayne was in charge of the arrangmenets.

(Published in The Rayne Independent on July 22, 1999)

Sidney married Isabelle Benoit 28 Jun 1954, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Isabelle was born 29 Sep 1930, Church Point, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1 Aug 2009, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 3 Aug 2009, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Kathleen married Daniel Edison LeLeux 23 Dec 1951, St. Joseph Catholic Church - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. Daniel was born 23 Oct 1925, LeLeux, Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 6 Jan 2015, Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 8 Jan 2015, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Rayne, LA - Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 3, 2021 at 10:30 am with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne, LA for Warren Stephen McBride, 88, who died Saturday, May 1, 2021, surrounded by his children at his residence in Rayne, LA.

Interment will be in the St. Joseph Cemetery #2, Mausoleum in Rayne, LA.
Rev. Cedric Sonnier, Pastor of St. Mary Mother of the Church in Lafayette, LA will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass and will conduct the funeral services. Readers for the funeral Mass will be two grandsons, Pascal Lalande and Jacob Mooney.

Warren and Ruth were owner/operators of McBride's Office Supply in Rayne for 38 years before retiring in 1995. He graduated from Rayne High School and went on to join the United States Navy serving in the Korean War. Then went to UL of Lafayette (USL). He was a member of the American Legion in Rayne, he served on the Rayne Beautification Board, he was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and St. Joseph Church Choir.

Survivors include his three children, Bryan Stephen McBride and spouse Mary Beth Hebert McBride of Crowley, Katie McBride Lalande and spouse Mark Lalande of Lafayette, Lisa McBride Mooney and spouse Daniel Mooney of Rayne, eight grandchildren, Blake McBride, Andree Trahan Smith, Miles McBride, Mollie Mae McBride, Emily Lalande, Pascal Lalande, LeaAnne Mooney Forest and spouse Danny Forest, Jacob Mooney and great grandchildren, one brother, Harold McBride.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Cecile Thibodeaux McBride, one son, Carl Jeffery McBride, parents, Edward Scott McBride, Sr. and Zulma Plattsmier, two brothers, Edward McBride, Jr., Sidney James McBride, two sisters, Marilyn McBride LeLeux, Katherine McBride LeLeux.

Pallbearers will be Blake McBride, Miles McBride, Mollie Mae McBride, Emily Lalande, Pascal Lalande, LeaAnne M. Forest, Jacob Mooney, Andree T. Smith.

A Rosary will be prayed Sunday, May 2, 2021 at 6:00 pm in Gossen Funeral Home in Rayne, LA.

The family requests that visitation be observed in Gossen Funeral Home in Rayne, LA on Sunday, May 2, 2021 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and on Monday, May 3, 2021 from 8:00 am to 10:00 am.

Friends may view the obituary and guestbook online at www.gossenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home, Inc. of Rayne, LA, (337) 334-3141.

(Published by Gossen Funeral Home of Rayne, LA)

Warren married Ruth Cecile Thibodeaux 28 May 1957, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Ruth was born 28 Oct 1932; died 17 Aug 2018, Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 20 Aug 2018, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

H.A. married B. Richard [Group Sheet]

Joseph married Letitia Duos 17 Nov 1937, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Letitia was born 17 Jun 1916, Ville Platte, Evangeline Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 10 Dec 1987, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Funeral services for Anthony Scott Privat, 48, lifelong resident of Rayne and one of the community's best known and loved citizens, were held at 3 p.m. Friday, December 25, in St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Many friends joined the sorrowing family to pay final tribute to "Tony" as he was known and loved by everyone., and participated in the Christmas afternoon services with Rev. O'Neil Landry of Centerville, a cousin, officiating Present in the Sanctuary were Msgr Emery Labbe, Rev. Joseph Breaux and Rev. Kenneth Morvant.

Interment followed in the St. Joseph Cemetery with Gossen Funeral Home directing arrangements. Pallbearers included Philip Trahan, Roderick Trahan, Frank Privat, Tommy Privat, Dan Landry, Jr, and Edward S. McBride of Chase, Maryland.

Mr. Privat was stricken at his home Thursday morning and was rushed to the Rayne-Branch Hospital where he passed away at 7 a.m. on Christmas Eve.

His sudden death is a tragic loss, not only to his dear wife and other members of his family, but to the hosts of friends who had known and admired him throughout his entire lifetime.

He was the son of the late Joseph Privat and Julie McBride Privat, representing two of the early pioneer families of this community. He was reared here and graduated from St. Joseph High School, later attending the SW La Vocational-Technical School in Crowley. During World War II, he served with the U.S. Army, and upon his return to civilian life, went into business with his father operating Privat's Bakery and assisting with his father's widespread farming interests. After his father's death, Tony continued to operate the family bakery until recent months when it was closed. At the time of his death he was still managing the Privat farm.

He was an active member of the Rayne Lions Club, Woodmen of the World, Rayne Council 1897, Knights of Columbus, Msgr George Mollo Assembly, Fourth Degree Knights of Colubms, and Arceneaux Post No. 77, American Legion.

Always friendly to everyone, with a genuine smile of happiness, and a ready wit and humor which endeared him to "grown-ups" and children alike, Tony was loved by all, especially by the younger members of the family who sensed his understanding and deep affection for each of them. May cherished memories remain of his kind, quiet and sincere personality. He was never too busy to take time for a visit with friends, and he always responded in his sincere, cheerful way which was a bright part of the day for everyone meeting him. Kind and thoughtful, his life was marked by consideration for others. He and his devoted wife had recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary and this was a time of particular happiness for them - with friends everywhere sharing the opportunity to express their admiration for this loved couple. His sudden and untimely death came as a great shock to the community where he will be greatly missed by family and friends alike.

He is survived by his wife, the former Rita Trahan, one sister, Mrs. Edwin Ousse, of Rayne, the former Julie Privat; one nniece and nephew in Rayne, Juliana Ousse and Edwin "Butch" Ousse, Jr., and 24 other nieces and nephews in this immediate area.

to the wife whom tony loved so dearly - to Julie , and to her sweet family who were such a close and intimate part of his life, Acadian-Tribune and his hosts of friends everywhere join in expressions of sincerest sympathy. And he will long be remembered for his goodness, his sweet, kind manner and his deep and abiding friendship for his fellowman. He will be remembered in the smile of a child and the gentle beauty of a quiet summer day - and in the brotherhood of man... "to have a friend is to be one" was Tony's way of life, and he lived the beautiful Christian concept day by day - a lasting and perfect memorial to a dear, lovely person. We all cherish that memory.

(Published in the Rayne Acadian Tribune on December 31, 1970)

Anthony — Rita Amy Trahan. Rita was born 23 Jan 1925, Crowley, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 6 Mar 2005, Crowley, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 8 Mar 2005, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Funeral services will be held at Gossen Funeral Home Chapel, Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. for Julie Privat Ousse, 82 who died Sunday, January 23, 2011 in Lafayette, LA.

Interment will be in the St. Joseph Cemetery #1 , Rayne, LA.

Surviving are one son, Edwin "Butch" Landry Ousse, Jr. and wife Janice of Lafayette, one daughter, Julie Anna Ousse Manale and husband Fred of Lafayette, one grandson, Nicholas Ousse of Lafayette, two step grandchildren, Thomas McNeely of Lafayette, Brooke McNeely of Lafayette, numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Edwin "Teedie" Landry Ousse, Sr., parents, Joseph Privat and Julie McBride Privat, one brother and sister-in-law, Anthony and Rita Trahan Privat, sister-in-law, Beverly Ousse Darby, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Wallace and Eleanor Ousse, Sr..

She was born Saturday, September 15, 1928 in Rayne, LA, daughter of the late Joseph Privat and the late Julie McBride Privat.

She was a member of Acadia Chapter of Daughters of American Revolution, American Legion Auxillary for 62 years, Catholic Daughters of America and Rayne Garden Club for 45 years.

Arrangements were entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home, Inc. of Rayne, Louisiana

Julie married Edwin Landry Ousse, Sr. 18 Oct 1949, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Edwin was born 7 Aug 1922, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 21 Oct 2010, Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 24 Oct 2010, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #1 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Perres Rites are Held Wednesday

Funeral services were held for 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church for Leo A. Perres, 55, who died suddenly at his home at 220 South Polk Street in Rayne at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Perres had been mowing his lawn when he was stricken, and died a few minutes later of a heart attack.

Until the hour of the funeral, the body was held at the Chapel of Gossen Funeral Home. Burial followed in the St. Joseph Cemetery.

Born October 16, 1909, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Felix Perres, early residents of this area. Veteran of World War II, Perres had been a mail carrier with the Rayne Post office for the past 15 years. He was a relative of the late Bishop Jules B. Jeanmard.

He is survived by his widow, the former Leora Thibodeaux of Rayne; two daughters, Miss Marie Jeanne Perres of Rayne and Mrs. Gary Fruge of Branch; and three grandchildren.

(Published in the Rayne Acadian Tribune in Rayne, Louisiana on May 6, 1965.)

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Leo A. Perres

RAYNE - Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, for Leo A. Perres 55, who died at his home at 220 S. Polk, Rayne, at 6:30 p.m. yesterday. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Born Oct. 16, 1909, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Felix Perres, early residents of the parish.

Survivors include his widow, the former Leora Thibodeaux; two daughters Miss Jeanne Perres, Rayne, and Mrs. Gary Fruge Branch; and three grandchildren.

The Gossen Funeral Home, Rayne, is in charge of arrangements.

(Published in The Lafayette Daily Advertiser on April 29, 1965)

Leo married Leora Thibodeaux 8 Jun 1935, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA. Leora was born 12 Sep 1917, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 12 Nov 1999, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 16 Nov 1999, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery #2 - Rayne, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Last Rites Held In Denver For Former Rayneite

Mrs. Walter Chelf of Denver, Colo., the former Yolande Perres of Rayne died unexpectedly at her home in Denver Sunday, May 12. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 16, at 9 a.m. in the Caholic cathedral in Denver. Burial was in the cathedral cemetery. Rev. Jules A. Jeanmard, pastor of the Catholic church in Eunice and relative of the deceased officiated.

Mrs. Chelf was employed at the Municipal and Justice Court in Denver for the past 11 years.

Her husband preceded her in death a few years ago.

Survivors include one son, Bringal S. Chelf; one brother, Leo Perres of Rayne; and two nieces.

(Published in the Rayne Acadian Tribune on May 23, 1957)

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Former Rayneite Succumbs in Denver, Colorado

RAYNE - Mrs. Walter Chelf of Denver, Colo., succumbed Sunday. Mrs. Chelf is the former Yolande Perres of Rayne, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Felix Perres and sister of Leo Perres of Rayne.

Mrs. Chelf was preceded in death by her husband several years ago. She is survived by one son, Bill Chelf, in addition to her brother.

Funeral arrangements were not available at the time of this report.

(Published in the Church Point News on May 14, 1957)

Yolande married George Westley Casazza 3 Jul 1933, Hammond, Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, USA. George was born 8 Nov 1899, Hoboken, Hudson County, New Jersey, USA; died 19 Jan 1954, Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, USA; was buried 23 Jan 1954, Saint Charles Cemetery - East Farmingdale, New York, USA. [Group Sheet]

Yolande married Walter Brengle Chelf 29 May 1939, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, USA. Walter was born 13 Jan 1904, Hardin County, Kentucky, USA; died 21 Mar 1945, Marion County, Kentucky, USA; was buried 23 Mar 1945, Ryder Cemetery - Lebanon, Kentucky, USA. [Group Sheet]

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LAFAYETTE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 515 Cathedral St., Lafayette, for Miss Marie Louise Jeanmard, who passed away in the company of loved ones on Friday, November 19, 2010, at Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette at the age of 98 years and 11 months.

Interment will follow in St. John Cemetery in Lafayette.

Reverend Father Chester Arceneaux will officiate.

Miss Jeanmard was a lifelong resident of Lafayette and was born and lived in her family home her entire life. She was truly loved by all who knew her.

Marie Louise was a graduate of The Academy of The Sacred Heart at Grand Coteau and lifetime member of The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Altar Society. In the 1920's, she was presented with the first medal ever awarded by The Academy (received for sportsmanship). She was a recipient of the Bishop's Medal for her dedicated service. Marie Louise retired from F.W. Woolworth as the bookkeeper in downtown Lafayette after 30+ years of service.

Miss Jeanmard was known as "Aunt Louise" by everyone-family and non-family alike. A "sweetie" of a lady, she was regarded as a second mother to her nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. A devoted follower of The Catholic Church, she maintained a beautiful and constant prayer life, even to the extent of knitting baby booties as a donation to the gift shop at The Cathedral. She chose to live a single life in order to devote all of her time to caring for her mother, neighbors and her family as often as she could.

Marie Louise had a lifelong devotion to St. Theresa, The Little Flower, who, through her intercession to God, is believed to have miraculously cured Miss Jeanmard of polio as a toddler. Some of Marie Louise's parting words were "Little Flower-At this hour, show Thy power."

Aunt Louise is the last of a fast disappearing generation. Her grace, beauty and kindhearted soul is cherished and will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her.

Miss Jeanmard is survived by her two younger sisters: Blanche Bettis and Anna Thibeaux, along with three nieces and six nephews as well as great and great-great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents J. Frank Jeanmard and the former Lucille Perres; and her siblings Monsignor Jules A. Jeanmard and Lucille Traub. She was the niece of the late Bishop Jules B. Jeanmard, the first Bishop of Lafayette.

The family requests that visiting hours at Fountain Memorial Funeral Home in Lafayette be observed on Monday, November 22, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and resume Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. until time of services.

A rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. on Monday evening, November 22, 2010, by Rev. Fr. Chester Arceneaux in the Fountain Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. A rosary will be recited at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday morning, November 23, 2010, by The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Altar Society.

Pallbearers will be Joe Thibeaux, Bill Thibeaux, Chris Thibeaux, Josh Thibeaux, Frank Jeanmard and Frank Traub.

Honorary Bearers are Dr. Milton Jolivette, Wendell Bares and Maurice duQuesnay.

Marie Louise's long happy life can be directly attributed to the genuine dedication and compassion of Dr. Milton Jolivette.

Memorials may be made in Miss Jeanmard's name to The Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist Altar Society, 515 Cathedral St., Lafayette, 70501, (337) 232-1322.

To view online obituary and guestbook, go to www.fountainmemorialfuneralhome.com.

Fountain Memorial Funeral Home of Lafayette, (337)981-7098, 1010 Pandora Street, is in charge of arrangements.

(Published by Fountain Memorial Funeral Home of Lafayette, LA)

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Funeral Services Held Today For Msgr. Jeanmard

Funeral services were held today for the Rt. Rev. Msgr. Jules A. Jeanmard who died December 25 at the St. Andrews Catholic Church rectory in Eunice, La. The services were held at 11 a.m. at the St. Andrews Church. Burial followed in the St. John's Cemetery in Lafayette.

Monsignor Jeanmard, a Catholic priest for 29 years, was the first resident pastor of St. Stephens Catholic Church in 1948. He served in Berwick for eight years.

Funeral arrangements were by Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice.

(Published in The Morgan City Daily Review on December 27, 1971)

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Traub - Lucille Jeanmard Traub, A Retired Housekeeper For The St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church Rectory, Died Thursday Of Res Piratory Failure At Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital In Lafayette. She Was 82. Mrs. Traub Was Born In Lafayette And Lived In New Orleans For The Past 50 Years. She Graduated From Mount Carmel High School In Lafayette. She Worked At The Rectory For 30 Years. She Was A Member Of The Altar Society Of St. Maria Goretti Church And Received The Order Of St. Louis Medallion From The Archdiocese Of New Orleans. Survivors Include A Son, Frank Traub; A Daughter, Louise Traub Butler; Three Sisters, Marie Louise Jeanmard, Blanche Bettis And Anna Thibaux; Seven Grandchildren; And A Great-Grandchild. A Mass Will Be Said Today At Noon At St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 7300 Crowder Blvd. Visitation Will Begin At 9 A.M. Burial Will Be In St. Louis Cemetery No.3. Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home Is In Charge Of Arrangements.

(Published in the New Orleans Times Picayune on November 14, 1998)

Lucille married George Joseph Traub, Jr. Sep 1948, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, USA. George was born 7 Jun 1913, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 10 Mar 1993, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , St. Louis Cemetery #3 - New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Blanche Dolores (Jeanmard) Bettis was born on April 12, 1928 in Lafayette, LA. She passed away on June 22, 2016 in Laredo TX. She lived on Willow Glen, Houston, TX from 1953 - 1999.

Blanche leaves behind her sister Anna (Jeanmard) Thibeaux, daughter Dolores Blanche (Bettis) Martinez (Jose), son Wallace N. "Buddy" Bettis Jr. (Debbie), grandchildren Crystal Martinez, Victor Martinez and Jason Miller Bettis, various family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, July 1, 2016, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home located at 6900 Lawndale St. in Houston, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 10:00 am at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home. Final Resting Place will be in the Houston, Texas Forest Park Cemetery at 11:00 am.

Funeral service arrangements are under the care of Nieto Funeral Home & Crematory, 802 Coke St. Laredo, TX 78040 and Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home, 6900 Lawndale St, Houston, Texas 77023. Condolences can be expressed to the family online at www.nietofuneral.com.

(Published in The Houston Chronicle on June 29, 2016)



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Blanche Dolores (Jeanmard) Bettis, was born on April 12, 1928, in Lafayette, LA. Blanche passed away on June 22, 2016, in Laredo, Texas.

We placed Our Beautiful Ever Smiling Sister, Mother, Aunt, Grandmother in Her Guardian Angel's Loving, Caring & Strong Hands on June 22, 2016, and we watched as her Beautiful Angel wrapped Blanche with her Whisper Soft Gentle & Protective Wings.

We asked her Guardian Angel to Please Take Blanche's Soul to the Good Lord & Her Beautiful & Caring Heart to Her "One True Love" Wallace Nathaniel (Nate) Bettis Sr.

Blanche is reunited with her: Wallace Nathaniel (Nate) Bettis Sr. (Spouse of 49 years), Parents Lucille Perres & J. Frank Jeanmard, Sisters Marie Louise Jeanmard & Lucille (Jeanmard) Traub, Brother Right Reverend Monsignor Jules A. Jeanmard, & Grandson Christopher John Martinez (Dolores B. & Jose A. Martinez's Little Angel).

Blanche Leaves Behind Beautiful Smiling Memories with her: Sister Anna (Jeanmard) Thibeaux, Brother In Law & Sister In Law Kenneth G. & Helen Marie Bettis, Daughter Dolores Blanche (Bettis) Martinez (Spouse Jose), Son Wallace N. (Buddy) Bettis Jr. (Spouse Debbie ) Granddaughter Crystal Ann Martinez (Son Marcos (Alex) Vasquez, Grandsons Victor Allen Martinez (Spouse Sylvia Angelica) & Jason Miller Bettis, various Loving & Beautiful Cousins, Nieces & Nephews, Great Grandchildren & Great - Great Grandchildren, Wonderful Friends & Classmates of Mt. Carmel High School (Class of 1946) Lafayette, LA & St. Joseph School of Nursing Houston, Texas (Class of 1949) & Neighbors of Willow Glen Street Houston, Texas.

Blanche Graduated from Mt. Carmel High School (Class of 1946) Lafayette, LA & St. Joseph School of Nursing Houston, Texas (Class of 1949).

Ms. Bettis was known for Blocks around Willow Glen Street Houston, TX for her Bologna Sandwiches.

She was the First Ward Clerk in the ICU at Herman Hospital in Houston, TX where Residents Affectionately Learned to Fear & Respect her & she Earned the Respect & Admiration of her Colleagues, Physicians & the ICU Charge Nurse Ms. Cloister.

While Living in Houston, Texas Blanche & Family were Faithful Members of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.

After moving in with her Daughter in Laredo, Texas she became a Dedicated Auxiliary Member of Laredo Medical Center where she Served Coffee with a Smile from the ever decorated Coffee Cart in the Surgical Waiting Area, she helped her daughter (Dolores) with the Blood Drives & Junior Volunteers.

Mom & I asked Sweet Jesus, Blessed Virgin & Our Guardian Angels through Prayer to Give All Our Family & Friends Strength & Comfort through Blanche's Journey.

Her Smiles will never be missed because they will Live on in the Hearts, Souls & Minds of All She Met. Smiling Hugs to All.

Visitation will be Sunday, June 26, 2016, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Nieto Funeral Home & Crematory in Laredo, Texas.

Visitation will also be held on Friday, July 1, 2016, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home located at 6900 Lawndale St. in Houston, Texas.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 10:00 am at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home.

Final Resting Place will be in the Houston, Texas Forest Park Cemetery at 11:00 am.

Funeral service arrangements are under the care of Nieto Funeral Home & Crematory, 802 Coke St. Laredo, TX 78040 and Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home, 6900 Lawndale St, Houston, Texas 77023.

Condolences can be expressed to the family online at www.nietofuneral.com.

(Published in The Laredo Morning Times on June 25, 2016)

Blanche married Wallace Nathaniel Bettis, Sr. 14 Jan 1950, Houston, Harris County, Texas, USA. Wallace was born 14 Feb 1927, Humble, Harris County, Texas, USA; died 4 Dec 1989, Houston, Harris County, Texas, USA; was buried , Forest Park Cemetery - Houston, Texas, USA. [Group Sheet]

A.M. married J.A. Thibeaux [Group Sheet]