Obituaries

Morgan City, LA Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Scottsville, KY area

Carol Ann Ackerman

Carol Ann Ackerman

Jan 19, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Ann Ackerman, our beloved mother, sister, and friend who left us on January 19, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on November 30, 1934, in Morgan City, Louisiana, Carol lived her life full of warmth and love in her hometown.

Carol was a proud homemaker and took great...

Deborah Duhon Clark

Deborah Duhon Clark

Jan 25, 2026

Deborah Duhon Clark, 70, a resident of Berwick, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2025, at her home.

She was born August 6, 1955, in Crowley, the daughter of Dudley Duhon and Wava Simar Young. Deborah was affectionately raised by her step-father, Curtis Young.

Deborah was a passionate educator who dedicated over 30 years to Berwick Elementary School, inspiring countless young minds with...

Frank Morgan Adams Sr.

Frank Morgan Adams Sr.

Jan 19, 2026

Frank Morgan Adams Sr., 78, a resident of Morgan City, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, at his home.

Born on February 25, 1947, in Morgan City, Frank dedicated his life to the commercial fishing and shrimping industry, a testament to his deep-rooted connection to the waters of his hometown. Frank was a warm and generous soul, known for his caring...

Reginald “Reggie” J. Sampey

Reginald “Reggie” J. Sampey

Jan 17, 2026

Reginald “Reggie” J. Sampey, born July 10, 1943, a native of Morgan City, LA, and a lifelong resident of Berwick, LA, passed away January 17, 2026. 

Reggie was a huge LSU fan and enjoyed watching LSU sporting events. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and sports. 

Reggie will be sadly missed by his children, Blair J. Sampey (Angela), and Amber Terrebonne; four...

Charlene Dallas

Charlene Dallas

Jan 12, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Charlene Dallas, who left us on January 12, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on December 21, 1951, 

Charlene was a proud mother, cherished friend, and a vibrant member of her community. Charlene was known for her deep love of family and her passion for collecting unique items that brought her joy.

 A...

Maxine Guidry Brown

Maxine Guidry Brown

Jan 12, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Maxine Guidry Brown, beloved mother, devoted wife, and cherished grandmother, who departed this life on January 12, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on April 9, 1954, in Morgan City, Louisiana, Maxine spent her life nurturing her family and creating a warm and loving home.

Maxine devoted herself...

Cedric LaFleur

Cedric LaFleur

Jan 8, 2026

Cedric Simon LaFleur, 94, a resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully at his home on January 8, 2026. Cedric was born on March 30, 1931 in Grand Prairie, LA. He was raised and attended school in Ville Platte, LA later moving to Berwick and finally settling in Morgan City to raise his family. Cedric married Rowena Fusilier LaFleur on...

Sylvia Bourgeois Cook

Sylvia Bourgeois Cook

Jan 6, 2026

Sylvia Bourgeois Cook, 76, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Sylvia was born August 20, 1949, in New Orleans.

She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, David cook; son, Sidney Russell and wife Jessica, daughter, Ginger Russell; grandchildren, Colton Russell Sidney Russell, Jasmine Dupont, and Seth Dupont; great-grandchildren, Haven...

Jeannette LeBlanc Rentrop

Jeannette LeBlanc Rentrop

Jan 6, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeannette Rentrop, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world on January 6, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on July 4, 1933, in Kaplan, Louisiana, 

Jeannette spent her life dedicated to her family and her role as a homemaker, nurturing those she loved with warmth and...

Patricia Wannage Aucoin

Patricia Wannage Aucoin

Jan 3, 2026

Patricia “Pat” Lynn Wannage Aucoin, age 70, peacefully passed from this world on January 3, surrounded by love and held close by her husband of 42 years, Steve Joseph Aucoin, Sr., the great love of her life, and entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and her Heavenly Father. Born on September 17, 1955, Patricia was...

Dulce Hernandez

Dulce Hernandez

Dec 27, 2025

Dulce Maria Hernandez — who was born April 17, 1935, in Cardenas, Cuba, and lived in Miami, Florida, and the Morgan City, Louisiana, area for over 62 years — passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025, at the age of 90. Dulce, Grandma, Mimi was a sweet, kind, loving, and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

She is survived by...

Rosalie "Mammy" Businelle Ratcliff

Rosalie "Mammy" Businelle Ratcliff

Dec 26, 2025

Rosalie Mary Ratcliff, lovingly known as Mammy, a lifelong resident of Morgan City, passed away on December 26,2025, at the age of 87. With her passing, the world feels quieter and our hearts feel emptier. Mammy was more than a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great- great grandmother, she was home. Her arms were always open, her love was unconditional, and...

Eunice Cunningham

Eunice Cunningham

Dec 26, 2025

Eunice Cunningham, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on November 13, 1932, in Berwick, Louisiana, Eunice was a lifelong resident of the community she cherished deeply.

Known for her love of cooking, Eunice delighted in preparing meals that brought family and friends together. She found joy in tending...

Madeline Breaux Couvillier

Madeline Breaux Couvillier

Dec 24, 2025

Madeline “Maddy” Breaux Couvillier, 77, a resident of Franklin, passed away peacefully December 24, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Maddy was born on Christmas Eve in 1948, the daughter of Leroy Breaux and Lena Solar Breaux.

Maddy’s grandchildren were her world; she loved spending time with them. Because of being born on Christmas Eve, Maddy loved the holiday...

Marshall Glenn Mendoza

Marshall Glenn Mendoza

Dec 18, 2025

Marshall Glenn Mendoza Sr., 82, passed away peacefully, Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Leonard Chabert Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Marshall was born June 6, 1943, in Bayou Chene, the son of Raymond Matthew Mendoza and Ruby Allen Mendoza.

Marshall was an incredible craftsman, enjoying woodworking. He also loved plants and had a green thumb for them. Marshall loved the...

Maxine Theriot Barbier

Maxine Theriot Barbier

Dec 18, 2025

Maxine Theriot Barbier passed away at the beautiful age of 95 on December 18, 2025.

She was a lifelong resident of Golden Farms in Berwick until she moved to Maison Jardin.

She was a lifelong member of St. Stephen Catholic Church in Berwick. Maxine loved to cook; when she did, she made sure that she cooked enough to share with her neighbors...

Gilbert "Gil" "Coach" Jacob Besse

Gilbert "Gil" "Coach" Jacob Besse

Dec 17, 2025

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Gilbert (Gil) Jacob Besse, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, and dedicated member of the Morgan City community, who passed away December 17, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 23, 1947, in Morgan City, Gil lived a life rich in love, laughter, and dedication...

Jimmie Joseph Eues

Jimmie Joseph Eues

Dec 14, 2025

Jimmie Joseph Eues, 79, a lifelong resident of Stephensville, LA died peacefully at this home surrounded by loved ones after a tough battle with cancer. He was a very kind, generous, simple man who never met a stranger.

He graduated from Morgan city High School in 1964 before going to work at Swiftships as a welder and later a draftsman. After...

Jean Hunter

Jean Hunter

Dec 9, 2025

Jean Catherine Hunter, beloved wife and mother, passed away on December 9, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was born on January 1, 1939 in New Orleans to Elphege and Annie Prejean, Jean was a loving wife to Bernhardt Joseph Hunter, Sr. (Bernie) for an amazing 66 years. Together they built a life of fun, laughter and adventure and always...

Harold "DeeDee" George Aucoin

Harold "DeeDee" George Aucoin

Dec 8, 2025

Harold “DeeDee” George Aucoin, 80, a resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully, Monday, December 8, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

DeeDee was born September 12, 1945, in Morgan City, the son of Justilien Aucoin and Genevieve Gillen Aucoin.

He proudly served in the US Army fighting in the Vietnam War and was a lifelong Charter member of...