Leroy Fontenot, Jr. Obituary in Opelousas at Ford & Joseph Funeral Home

Obituary For Leroy Fontenot, Jr.

LAWTELL – A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Lawtell, LA for Mr. Leroy Fontenot, Sr., 75, who entered eternal rest on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at his residence in Church Point, LA. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Fr. Stanley Jawa will be celebrate the mass.

Mr. Fontenot’s memories are being cherished by: his loving and devoted spouse of 54 years, Elizabeth Fontenot of Church Point, LA; two sons, Leroy (Mary) Fontenot, Jr. of Opelousas, LA and George Fontenot of Church Point, LA; two daughters, Lacreasia Boudreaux of Opelousas, LA and Shalanda Fontenot of Sunset, LA; five brothers, Lawrence Fontenot, Steven Fontenot and Jessie Fontenot, all of Lafayette, LA, Elton Moore of Texas and McKinley Moore of Welsh, LA; five sisters, Anna Fontenot of Lafayette, LA, Alice Moore, Norma Fontenot, Dianne Moore and Florence Moore, all of Welsh, LA; twelve grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by: his parents, George Fontenot and Alice Chavis Moore; one brother, Sam Fontenot; and two sisters, Sophia Edmond and Lorraine Moore.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Lawtell, LA. A rosary will be recited at 9:00 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.

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Liz and family are in my prayers. Liz I treasure how you described your marriage with such love, trust and devotion. I know that he knew your love. Hold to the blessing of years of family life. Mr Leroy, rest with our Lord.
Love Ethel Mslveaux

From the Charles & Payne families. Our deepest condolences to Buckshen & Elizabeth! Robert Charles

Their are no words to express my deepest sympathy to Beth(Bff) and the family of my brother who I cherish dearly. I'm so sorry I can't be present but you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Be strong kids for my sister and know I love all of you dearly.

My condolences to the family of Mr Leroy Fontenot, Jr. From the Harris=Stevens family.

RIP Mr. Leroy .

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