Ford & Joseph Funeral Home | Opelousas, LA

Obituary For Jerard K. Casimere

OPELOUSAS - Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas, LA for Mr. Jerard K. Casimere, 57, who entered eternal rest on Friday, August 18, 2023 in River Ridge, LA, after an intensive month long battle with cancer. Interment will be Garden of Memory Cemetery in Opelousas, LA.

Fr. Justin Arockiasamy, S.V.D., will be officiating the funeral mass assisted by Deacon Charles Richard.

Mr. Casimere was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. He was also a member of the New Orleans Saints Club and the Attakapas Nation. He was a 1983 Graduate of Opelousas Senior High School. In 1983 to 1987 he attended Southern University of Baton Rouge to complete his educational career. When asked what he would do after completing his education, he replied “He wanted to be of service to others.” He would find his niche in the transportation industry servicing the “Fun Industry”, at Gold Medal Concessions where he was employed for over 18 years. If you visited a theatre in Opelousas, Lafayette, New Iberia and other cities in and around Southwest Louisiana, Texas or Mississippi, chances are your popcorn and beverages were provided by Jerard! Prior to that he worked in the recycling industry servicing Tulane University & Hospitals and Ochsner Hospital.

Mr. Casimere’s memories are being cherished by: his fiancée, Stephanie Lane of Metairie, LA; his mother, Isabella Broussard Casimere Thompson of Opelousas, LA and his step father, Frederick Dobard, Sr. of New Orleans, LA; two sons, Jarell Casimere of Houston, TX and Kwame (Amber) Vallien of Killeen, TX; one step son, Blake Bennett of Metairie, LA; two brothers, Joseph Russell (Sarah) Cassimere of Opelousas, LA and Mark Reginald (Ann) Casimere of Katy, TX; one grandson, Kian Vallien of Killeen, TX; an uncle, Willis R. (Rose) Broussard of Opelousas, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by: his father, Joseph Russell Casimere Arceneaux; paternal grandparents, Alice Casimere Preston and Theodore Preston; and his maternal grandparents, Ezola Amos (Singleton) Broussard and Leon Broussard.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church. A rosary will be held at 8:45 a.m.

Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com

Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangements.

Guest Book

To my childhood friend, we meet in the 4th grade, and you became one of my best friends, although, when I left home 🏠 (Opelousas) , I lost touch with you. I just found out of your passing, from a mutual friend, may God bless your family, remember me Mark and Russel I'm Harry W. Meullion

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My sincere condolences to the Casimere family. Maria Hrabec

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My heart is deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my beloved brother and friend Jerad. I'm just numb. My thoughts and prayers are with entire Casidee, Epps, Thompson, Broussard and extended family during this difficult time. I pray God comforts you Ms Isabella and Mr Fred . I love and miss you all . Take comfort in knowing we have so many beautiful memories to hold onto. Let them comfort you in the days ahead. 😢🕊️ If you need anything Ms Isabella , Mark and Russell please don't hesitate to call me . Love you all! Lisa Alexander

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Karter Casimere loved her great uncle jerard . She will always remember the times y'all had . She told me in honor of him she wants to do something every year . Always remember never forgotten!

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I was 19 when I meet Mr. Jerard me and cj went to visit his family. Jerard was kind , welcoming and cool to be around . He got us movies tickets and said now don't get into trouble. Lol. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Everyone will be in my prayers. Love y'all

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To my childhood friend. Jerard we haven't seen or spoken in over 20 years but our friendship will last a lifetime. To my other 2 brothers Russ & Mark stay strong baby for Mom. Ms. Isabella I want to tell you u the will be deeply in my prayers. Love y'all. Raywood Joubert/AKA KOOL RAY

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My Sincere Condolences on the Lost of your loved one. He was truly a remarkable brother in law to me and he was always there to listen. I will always remember you. Always, Tracey

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Deepest condolences to the family. Gloria Chevis-Smith

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Hold On To God Unchanging Hands. Our Heavenly Father I'm Asking You To Give Them Strength, Peace & Healing. I'm sending my condolences 💐 with deepest sympathy ❤️‍🩹 to my dear sister Mrs. Isrebella, Russel & Mark and the entire Casimere & Brouassard Families. Get Your Rest Our Northend Lil Brother Jerard. 💔💔🙏🙏🙏🙏

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Cousin Bella, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Prayers for your courage, understanding, faith and trust in God. Love & Prayers-Celina & Ida Reed

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My sincere condolences to the Casimere family. GOD has his arm around you all. Eternal Rest Grant unto him O Lord, May his Soul Rest In Peace Irma Lee Babineaux Guillory

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My sincere condolences to the Casimere Family; GOD has his arm around you. Eternal Rest Grant unto him O Lord, May his soul Rest In Peace, Irma Lee Babineaux Guillory

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Please accept my sincere condolences. Charles Jagneaux

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My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Cassimere Family for your lost Jerard was my childhood friend and his family home was neighbor basketball courtyard. Ronald Milburn

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A mother's love is forever 💔

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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