Obituaries

Merlin G. Billeaud: A Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, Aug. 26, in La Chapelle de Martin & Castille in Lafayette for Mr. Billeaud, 80, who passed away peacefully Monday, Aug. 23, at Louisiana Extended Care Hospital in Lafayette. Interment was in Holy Mary Mother of God Cemetery. Born in Scott Aug. 26, 1929, he lived most of his life in Lafayette. He graduated from Southwestern Louisiana Institute (now University of Louisiana at Lafayette) with a degree in accounting and served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was the co-owner of Billeaud Water Well Drilling, and with his wife, the former Melba Dean Waguespack, coowned Merlin Billeaud Sand Company Inc. He was a longtime member of the Board of Directors of the American Discount Corporation. Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Billeaud’s name to the charity of the donor’s choice. Martin & Castille Downtown was in charge of arrangements.

Billy Ray Hopkins Sr.: A Celebration of Life service was held for Mr. Hopkins, 79, Saturday, Aug., 28, 2010, at First Baptist Church of Youngsville. A native of Brownwood, Texas, and a longtime resident of Youngsville, Mr. Hopkins passed away Aug. 25, at his residence in Youngsville. He trained many oilfield personnel in directional drilling before retiring as an independent consultant. David Funeral Home of Lafayette was in charge of the arrangements.

John ‘June’ Senegal Jr.: Funeral services were held Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church in Scott for Mr. Senegal, 67, who was called home by his Lord and Savior Sunday, Aug. 22, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital following a twoyear battle with cancer. Interment was in St. Martin de Porres Cemetery in Scott. Born Sept. 4, 1942, he was a native of Cankton and lifelong resident of Scott. He was a devoted parishioner of St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church. In his early years, Mr. Senegal was a farmer. He then went on to work in grocery retail at National Food Store for 16 years. Following this, he went on to work for Magnolia Reliable Liquor as a truck driver for 17 years. Melancon Funeral Home of Carencro was in charge of arrangements.

Agnes Benoit Duhon: A Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milton for Mrs. Duhon, 96. Entombment was in St. Joseph Catholic Mausoleum in Milton. A native of Lafayette Parish and a longtime resident of Youngsville, Mrs. Duhon passed away on Friday, Aug. 27, at her residence. David Funeral Home of Lafayette was in charge of all arrangements.

Martha ‘Tot’ Broussard: A Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, Aug. 30, 15 La Chapelle de Martin & Castille in Lafayette for Mrs. Broussard, 90, who passed away peacefully Friday, Aug. 27, surrounded by her family. Interment was in Lafayette Memorial Park Cemetery. Born in 1920 in Youngsville, she lived most of her life in Lafayette. She and her husband Oren owned and operated Bee’s Grocery in the Saints Street neighborhood of Lafayette. Memorial contributions can be made in her name to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70503. Martin & Castille Downtown was in charge of arrangements.

Terry W. Verret: Graveside services were held Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at the Broussard Family Cemetery in Youngsville for Mr. Verret, 57, of Broussard, who passed away Aug. 27, at the Veterans’ Memorial Hospital in Pineville. Born July 8, 1953, he was a native of Lafayette and had made his home in Broussard for the past 30 years. Memorial contributions be made to the Verret family at 103 Rue Plaisance, Youngsville, LA, 70592. Walters Funeral Home of Lafayette was in charge of arrangements