OPELOUSAS - Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas, LA for Mr. Elliot Jerome Donato, 53, who entered eternal rest on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette, LA.
Father Rofinus Jas will be officiating the memorial service.
Mr. Donato leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, Carla Lemelle Donato of Opelousas, LA; his mother, Shirley Donato of Opelousas, LA; one son, Jakorian Wilson of Opelousas, LA; three daughters, Tamica Lemelle, Shantel Donato and Cheyenne Donato, all of Opelousas, LA; two brothers, Curtis Donato and David Donato (Ruth) of Warner Robins, GA; three sisters, Rosalind Lastrapes (Darin) and Sonja Donato, both of Opelousas, LA and Antoinette Brown (Michael) of Breaux Bridge, LA; two grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by: his father, Hamilton Joseph Donato; paternal grandparents, maternal grandparents; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law.
** Please be advised we will adhere to the safety measures and precautions provided by the state of Louisiana due to COVID-19. Masks are required for those who will be in attendance. **
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to Ochsner Lafayette Generalβs doctors and nurses.
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.
Rest in Heaven classmate.
Y'all in my prayers
We would like to extend our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the Donato family. Elliott was a wonderful person who will be dearly missed. God bless all of you. Gladys and Stephanie Lemelle.
To Carla and Shirley with heart filled sadness . My sincere sympathy and prayers reach out to your entire family know that god will strength and keep you.God knows your pain keep your faith . .may god keep you and your family .god bless you
Sonja, you and your family have my prayers and condolences during this time of need. If I can in some way be a comfort to you and your family I am but a phone call away. May God hold you and your family in the cradle of His arms.
Delilah Jacksonelmore
From:Lynnettre Rubin Sonnier/Johnson (Gregory) & Family our Deepest sympathy to the Donato Family Elliot you will be truly missedππ. My classmate and cuzen in law R.I.Pπππππππ
From:Gregory Pitre,lynnettre & family it stopped me in my tracks when I heard of your passing my bro. Words can't describe my feelings rite now we talked about so many things I will miss you bro.Rip Elliotππ
To Carla and the Donato family you all have our deepest condolences. Jerome is at rest now in the arms of The Almighty, where he will have ever lasting peace. That peace will also be showered over you all as well. It's hard right now but lean on your faith and he will take you through this tough unbelievable time. Our prayers over your family will continue. RIP Jerome.
Carla and Ms Shirley and family. Judy and I wish to express our sincere sympathy. I have known Elliot for approximately 25 years. He was a good friend but a better man. He would always help if he could. We will miss him. Velton and Judy.
Please accept our deepest condolences and prayers.
Please accept our deepest condolences and prayers.
Our sincere condolences to Carla and the children during this difficult time. May God comfort and strengthen you...and He will get you through this. We love you and are here for you at anytime. Farrell & Tisha Narcisse Opelousas, La
Our condolences to the family. Jerome and I worked together as Fuels Specialists in the Air Force. We were friends. We fished together. We hung out. Our families enjoyed get togethers and many cookouts. Jerome was one of my groomsmen in my wedding. He was a good friend. You will be missed but not forgotten. Rest In Peace my friend.
Jefferson D. Guillory III
My condolences to the family! From: Rosalie Meullion
My prayers go out to the family. May Jerome rest in peace.
We are deeply sorry about the loss of Elliot. Our hearts go out to you and your family. May the strength, grace and peace of God be with all of you. The Richard (Edith) family.
To Our Godson Jerome:
As young cousins we were happy to have been chosen as your Godparents. Though we went on separate paths, we knew your strong Christian faith gave you a powerful background as you became a faithful son, brother, husband, father, businessman and friends to many. Our prayers go out to the entire Donato family. Rest In Peace
Nettie J. Anderson β Godmother, Opelousas, LA M. Larry Jean β Godfather, Houston, Texas The entire Anderson and Jean families.
Sending prayers and condolences to the Donato family. RIP Elliot
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Gracie Guillory
As 1 of his 4 nephews, to remember the life of Elliot Jerome Donato is no easy task. As an uncle, he brought life to any room he stepped in. We admired uncle Jerome. He much stronger than he looked. He had this bow he used to hunt with. He would ask us to draw it back (to test our strength). I don't know if any of us ever were able to do it. Then he would take it from us and effortlessly draw it back as far as it could go, like it was a children's toy. "Boy you need to get you some muscles like me", he would tell us. He was intelligent. He seemed to know a little bit about everything. There was never a conversation he couldn't contribute to. He was skilled. He could fix cars, he could put his foot in a pot of gumbo, he knew about computer stuff. We all wanted to be as versatile as uncle Jerome was.
That is how I remember my uncle Jerome. And that is how I will always remember him. Gone too soon. Rest In Peace and Providence Unc. We got things down here now. We won't let you down. Say what's up to PaPa for us all. See you again in Paradise.
- Tory
David, Ruth, and family - I'm so sorry for your loss! You are in my constant prayers! Karen Bryant
My Deepest Prayers and Condolences to the Donato Family. He was always kind and sweet. He will be missed. RIP Elliott. Be strong family. ππΌππΌππΌπ Brenda Green and Wil'Leah Cooks.
I send you prayers to comfort you, give you peace, strength and loving memories to ease your precious loss. Love you Roz and my sympathy to your family and Jerome's wife and children.
Norma J. Charles
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God watch over his family. I will miss my friend dearly. From the Sam family. Lionel, Emily, Stephen, Jared and the granddaughters.
Marie Colomb,Alisa ,Christopher,Marisa,Mara,Jared , uncle Curley and all the kids send our condolences and prayers to the family
Your family is in our prayers an y'all have our sympathy ..β€οΈ
My condolences to my family and prayers for peace and love in the hearts of my family, My nephew you will be remembered in our hearts and mind and we continue to pray
My condolences to the Donato family. Elliott was such a sweet person. He will be missed.
Youlonda Donatto
My nephew my heart is in pain for the loss of your life we love you and you will be missed !! God have his angel π No more pain see you one day
My condolences and prayers to the Donatto family. Barbara W. Thomas
You are in our prayers. We are praying peace and strength flow over you to navigate this difficult time. The Credeur Family
You are in our prayers. We are praying for you to be covered in peace during this tragic time. The Credeur Family
Antoinette & Sonja - my deepest sympathy. Rachel G Melancon
Our love and sympathy to the family. Jerome was loved and will be sadly missed. May your fond memories console and see you through this difficult time. ππ½ππ½β€οΈβ€οΈ Merlin and Eleanor
So sorry for the lost of your Love one,He will be missed but never for gotten, from the chaisson family,
Sending our prayers Love to the family I know he will truly be miss,we know GOD is incontrol,he has chosen his Angel " From, Rita Smith,Chaisson, and Sylvia chaisson,
My condolences and prayers are with you. I pray God's strength upon your family during this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort and peace. The Gallow (Tiffany)family.
May the lord bless all of you at this time someone we have known all of our lives a great man Rest In Peace with the lord ππΏ Elsie shalonda troy
My condolences and prayers are with the Donato Family at this time. May the Strength of God comfort and guide the Donato Family at this time of bereavement. May care and love provide comfort and peace to get the family through this difficult time. My continuous prayers and a reflection of remembrance as this candle burns in his memory!πͺπβ€οΈ Diana Andrus
Prayers and condolences are offered to his family, friends, colleagues. May he R.I.P. Andrea Brisco
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences to the family.
Angelee Moody Rhyne
My condolences and prayers are with the Donato family and the extended family at this time of sadness and grief. Your cousin Lois Gallien
My condolences and prayers are with the Donato Family and all of the extended Families at this time of sadness and grief. Your cousin, Lois Gallien
May the Strength of God comfort the Donato Family at this time of sadness and grief. My prayers and condolences are with you. π’ Your cousin, Lois Gallien
We thank God for your Kindness and willingness to serve. Thomas and Rose Jenkins
To my family, please remember our brother in your thoughts and prayers. Continue to pray for his soul as this candle burns in his memory. He and daddy are now lights which guide us through the rough days ahead. We love you Jerome and miss you dearly.
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