Obituaries

Morgan City, LA Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Scottsville, KY area

Harold Elliott Rentrop Jr.

Harold Elliott Rentrop Jr.

May 19, 2021

Harold Elliott Rentrop Jr., 89, a lifelong resident of Bayou L’Ourse, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Harold was born on November 17, 1931 in Bayou L’Ourse the son of Harold E. Rentrop Sr. and Gertilee Pennison Rentrop.

Harold served his country proudly in the United States Air Force serving...

Dorothy M. Barrow

Dorothy M. Barrow

May 18, 2021

Dorothy M. Barrow, 85, a resident of Bayou Vista, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at her home.

A native of Patterson, Dorothy was born on September 21, 1935 the daughter of Oscar Martin and Josephine Gianfala Martin. She was a homemaker and a wonderful cook.  Her Sicilian roots run deep as she hosted several stuffed artichoke cooking...

David Anthony Sons

David Anthony Sons

May 16, 2021

David Anthony Sons, 48, a resident of Morgan City, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans.

David was born on November 10, 1972 in Morgan City, the son of Thomas M. “Tommy” Sons and Victoria “Vikki” Fonseca Sons.

David was a very patient person who loved to tinker with stuff; he was always...

Sylvia Sons Breaux

Sylvia Sons Breaux

May 13, 2021

Sylvia Sons Breaux, 80, a life-long resident of Berwick, passed away peacefully, Thursday, May 13, 2021 at the Patterson HealthCare Center.

Sylvia was born November 17, 1940, in Morgan City, the daughter of Edmond J. Sons and Eveline Written Sons.

Sylvia was a faithful member of the First United Methodist Church in Berwick, where she was a Superintendent for their...

June "Cookie" Topham Concienne Marcotte

June "Cookie" Topham Concienne Marcotte

May 2, 2021

June “Cookie” Topham Concienne Marcotte, 68, a resident of Morgan City, passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

June was born on June 7, 1952 in Morgan City, the daughter of Louis A. Topham Sr. and Agnes Lillian Giroir Topham.

She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by two children, Dana...

Douglas Joseph Daigle Sr.

Douglas Joseph Daigle Sr.

Apr 30, 2021

Douglas Joseph Daigle Sr., 88, a resident of Gibson, passed away peacefully, Friday, April 30, 2021, at his home.

Douglas was born March 26, 1933, in Houma, the son of Claude Daigle and Juanita Lovell Daigle.

Douglas was the founder of Southern Glass in Morgan City in 1959, and branched four other businesses from there. Even at 88 years old,...

Stella M. Castille

Stella M. Castille

Apr 29, 2021

Stella M. Hebert Castille, 72, a resident of Bayou Vista, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center.

Stella was born on May 8, 1948 in Morgan City, the daughter of Milton Hebert Sr. and Thelma Duval Hebert.

Stella was a homemaker who worked tirelessly to take care of her family,...

Dalaina Marie Rentrop

Dalaina Marie Rentrop

Apr 28, 2021

Dalaina Marie Rentrop, 28, a resident of Bayou L’Ourse, passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.

Dalaina was born on February 1, 1993 in Houma, the daughter of Mark A. Rentrop Sr. and Katrina Robin.

She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by two sons, Cody Rentrop of Opelousas and Kevin Jennings Jr. of Bayou L’Ourse; one brother, Mark...

Zachariah "Zack" Marshall Tabor

Zachariah "Zack" Marshall Tabor

Apr 28, 2021

Zachariah “Zack” Marshall Tabor, 82, a resident of Amelia, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Zack was born March 1, 1939, in Morgan City, the son of Joseph Vernin Tabor and Meda Mary Tabor.

Zack served in the United Sates Army for 2 years as Dental Specialist. He worked as a...

Patrick Joseph Bergeron

Patrick Joseph Bergeron

Apr 27, 2021

Patrick Joseph Bergeron, a lifelong resident of Morgan City, passed away of pneumonia on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at Ochsner St. Mary Hospital, at the age of 87. 

Patrick was born on March 18, 1934 in Morgan City, the son of Oliver Joseph Bergeron, Sr. and Elizabeth Rentrop Bergeron.

He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by four children,...

Mark Malone Morgan

Mark Malone Morgan

Apr 26, 2021

Mark Malone Morgan, 41, a resident of Centerville, passed unexpectedly, Monday, April 26, 2021, at his home.

Mark was born November 20, 1979, in Morgan City, the son of Linwood “Blackie” Morgan and Peggy Vaughn Morgan.

Mark worked for Berry Brothers for 20 years. On his off time, Mark loved to be in the outdoors; he enjoyed hunting and fishing,...

Elise Rentrop Landry

Elise Rentrop Landry

Apr 26, 2021

Elise Rentrop Landry, 96, a resident of Bayou L’Ourse, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021, at the Legacy Nursing Home in Morgan City.

Elise was born July 3, 1924, in Bayou L’Ourse, the daughter of Alcee H. Rentrop and Telizia M. Pennison Rentrop.

She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by two daughters, Bonnie Mashburn of Broussard and Patricia...

Nicholas "Nick" F. LaRocca Jr.

Nicholas "Nick" F. LaRocca Jr.

Apr 24, 2021

Nicholas F. “Nick” LaRocca Jr., 68, a lifelong resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his family.

Nick was born on November 10, 1952 in Morgan City, the son of Nicholas F. LaRocca Sr. and Alice Adams LaRocca.

Nick graduated with honors from Louisiana State University Law Center in 1976...

Ronald "Ronnie" Joseph Ratcliff Sr.

Ronald "Ronnie" Joseph Ratcliff Sr.

Apr 24, 2021

Ronald Joseph “Ronnie” Ratcliff Sr., 76, a lifelong resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Ronnie was born on September 22, 1944 in Morgan City, the son of Randolph Charles Ratcliff Sr. and Shirley Rita Mayon Ratcliff.

Ronnie was truly dedicated to his family and...

Meyer King Lehmann

Meyer King Lehmann

Apr 20, 2021

Meyer King Lehmann (Mikey) passed into eternity at 5:40 p.m. April 20th, 2021 in his hometown of Morgan City, LA. He was 73 years old.

King was born to Emile Jacques and Lela King Lehmann on December 16th, 1947. He was an only child. He attended Morgan City Elementary and Morgan City High School, graduating in 1965. He graduated from...

Edgar Overton Barousse Jr.

Edgar Overton Barousse Jr.

Apr 18, 2021

Edgar Overton Barousse Jr., 90, a life-long resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully, Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Ochsner St. Mary, surrounded by his loving family.  

Edgar was born December 18, 1930, in New Iberia, the son of Edgar Overton Barousse Sr. and Agatha Oubre Barousse.

Edgar was the owner of Barousse Furniture Store for over 45 years....

Ridley "Black" Joseph Blanchard

Ridley "Black" Joseph Blanchard

Apr 17, 2021

Mr. Ridley Joseph “Black” Blanchard, 88, a resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Ochsner St. Mary, surrounded by his loving family.

Black was born on December 21, 1932 in Lower Texas, Louisiana, the son of Ivy Blanchard Sr. and Lydia Landry Blanchard.

Black loved being around his family and friends, but especially enjoyed...

Margaret Melancon Bergeron

Margaret Melancon Bergeron

Apr 14, 2021

Margaret “Maggie” Lynn Melancon Bergeron, 86, a native of Donaldsonville, and a resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Ochsner St. Mary, surrounded by her loving family.

Maggie was born January 21, 1935, in New Orleans, the daughter of Paul Uriel “P.U.” Melancon and Rosalie Hidalgo Melancon. 

Maggie’s faith was very important to her; she...

Bernadette "Bunny" Miller Boudreaux

Bernadette "Bunny" Miller Boudreaux

Apr 12, 2021

Bernadette “Bunny” Miller Boudreaux, 68, a resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 12, 2021 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Bunny was born on March 23, 1953 in Morgan City, the daughter of Raymond Miller Sr. and Bernadette Leonard Miller.

Bunny loved her family and cherished every moment she was able to spend with...

Rose Mary Verrett Guillory

Rose Mary Verrett Guillory

Apr 11, 2021

Rose Mary Verrett Guillory, 77, a resident of Patterson, passed away April 11, 2021, at her home.

Rose Mary was born September 15, 1943, the daughter of Alfred Verrett and Marie Mire Verrett from Amelia.

Rose Mary enjoyed crocheting. Her daughter was her best friend, and being she only had one grandson; he was her world.

She will be sadly...