Congratulations to local gymnasts Adelyn Whitney and Caroline Sweatman, who will be representing Team Louisiana at Level 6 (Adelyn) and 7 (Caroline) Regionals at the end of this month!   The two 5th graders are gymnasts for the James Academy of Gymnastics in Houma, coached by former Olympic coach Viktor Firsov. The girls will compete against teams from Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida at Regionals. Only the top 8 gymnasts from each state (in all age groups) were selected to participate in the competition.   “It’s really exciting ..read more

Congratulations to the 2024 Mr. and Ms. Nicholls, Grant Rebstock and Katie Louviere!   Grant Rebstock is a Senior from Larose, Louisiana majoring in Biology with a Pre-Medicine concentration. Throughout his past three years at Nicholls, Grant has been active in a variety of student organizations on campus. He currently serves as President of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Chief Justice and Social Media Specialist of the Student Government Association, Vice President of the University Honors Program, Public Relations for the Pre-Professional Medical Association, and Co-Vice President of Phi Kappa Ph ..read more

Todd James Rodrigue, 62, a native of Houma, Louisiana and resident of Bayou Blue, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. He is survived by his mother, Shirley Crochet Rodrigue; and four siblings, Raymond Rodrigue, Pat Rodrigue, Brenda Detiveaux, and Ricky Rodrigue. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard Rodrigue Sr.; and oldest brother, Howard Rodrigue Jr. Online condolences can be given at www.samartfuneralhome.com Samart Funeral Home of Houma, LLC is in charge of arrangements ..read more

Audry Mae Keen, a native and resident of Houma, age 93, passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 17, 2024. Family and friends are invited to a visitation in her honor on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral from 10:00 a.m. until a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Burial to immediately follow in church cemetery. She is survived, by her three children, Georgette Keen Millet, and husband Frank of Houma, Sara Keen Kelpsch and husband Edmund of Houma, and Albert Keen and wife Nina Boudreaux Keen of Houma; six grandchildren, Michael Millet, Amanda Mille ..read more

Timothy James Boudreaux, 59, a native and resident of Chauvin, Louisiana passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Carla Boudreaux; children, Brad Boudreaux (Jessica), Nicholas Boudreaux (Sandy), Tiffany Neal (Steve); step-children, Roxanne Verdin (Sidney), Tiffani Plaisance (Keith), Ronnie Pellegrin (Chynna); brothers, Mark and Joey Maddox; sisters, Carol Sulak, Cindy Prosperie, and Sharon Wilson; grandchildren, Kaiden, Timothy, Trinity, Bronson, Raynie, Kailee, Skyler, Ava, Trent, Drake, Karli, Kole, Kolten, Blaine, and Zander; and two great-grandchildren. He was pre ..read more

Stephen A. Hudson, affectionately know as “Bo”, passed away April 15, 2024 at the age 53. He was a native of Madison, MS and a resident of Bourg, LA. Stephen is survived by his wife, Crystal Turner Hudson; his sons, Tanner Bo Hudson and Austin Labat; his daughters, Abby Hudson and Lilly Labat; his grandchild, Aurora Sage McFarland; and his sister, Melodie Clark Hudson. Stephen was preceded in passing by his parents, Ronald Clarence Hudson and Fredonyah Sale Hudson; and his sister, Cheri Hudson Wickens. Bo will be remembered for his love of professional fishing as well as his passion for BBQ ..read more

Melanie Ann Martin, 61, a native of Bourg and resident of Montegut, passed away on April 17, 2024.   A private memorial for family and friends will be held at a later date. She is survived by her husband, David Martin Sr; children, Christy Sollers (Chris), David Martin Jr. (Melissa), and Mandy Andres (Hilario); grandchildren, Destiny, Halie, Gage, Harley, Raylee, Jackie, Jayden, Bella, and Lil Man; great grandchildren, Aiden, Arthur, Lilith, Rosemary, Oakley, and Dexter; siblings, Darlene Billiot, Darrell DeHart, and Marvin DeHart Jr. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Taytyn; p ..read more

Joyce Zeringue Dolese, 68, a native and resident of Bayou Blue, gained her wings on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.   Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Samart Funeral Home on West Park from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, with Eulogies at 7:30 pm. She is survived by her children, Cory Dolese Sr. (Tammy), Nikki Dolese Cadiere, and Craig Dolese (Cecila); grandchildren, Preston, Cory Jr., Trent, Logan, Brayden, and Evan; great-grandchild, Elora; siblings, Debra, Judy, Clifton Jr., Penny, Rachel, Glynn, and Gary; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husban ..read more

Ronald Brady “Mimmie” Jett, 81, a native and resident of Schriever, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 15, 2024.   Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at Samart Funeral Home on West Park from 10:00 am until the Celebration of Life at 12:00 pm. Burial will follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery. He is survived by his children, Temple Jackson, Ethan Jackson (Amanda), and Ronne Schwartz (Tim); grandchildren, Allie Roberts (Austin), Jacob Jackson, and Maggie Jett; great-grandchildren, Isaac, Benton, and Janson; and brothers, Donald Grady Jett (Kathy), Jerry ..read more

Janell Percle Aucoin, 68, died Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 8:49 PM. Born November 4, 1955 she was a native of Choupic, Louisiana and resident of Labadieville, Louisiana. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 from 9:00 AM until service time at TFA Church; 150 Highway 3185, Thibodaux, LA. A Funeral Service will begin at 11:00 AM at the church. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Don Aucoin; daughters, Jenica Collier (David) and Kamie Kline (Colby); grandchildren, Hannah Clark (Bobby), Daniel Collier, Matthew Collier, Drue Kline and Dylan Kline; one great grandchil ..read more