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Elmira Dugas Obituary

Elmira Landry Dugas, native of Klotzville, LA and long-time resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at the age of 85. Elmira was a retired state worker with the DOTD for 25+ years. Visitation will be Saturday, February 23, 2013 at St. Jean Vianney, 16166 S. Harrells Ferry Rd., from 10 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 12 p.m., conducted by Father Tom Ranzino. Burial will follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory, 11817 Jefferson Hwy. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and James Chenevert; one son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Loretta Dugas; one sister, Millie Landry Bernard; four grandchildren, Troy Chenevert, Scott Chenevert, Kristie Kite and Danielle Nodhturft; eleven great-grandchildren, Lunden, Tee, Truitt, Madeleine, Callie Rose, and Annabelle Chenevert, Amber and Kayla Kite, Addison, Pierce, and Tayte Nodhturft. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold "Pete" Dugas; her parents, Sophie and Euclid Landry; two brothers, Raymond Landry and Ray Landry and one sister, Earline Boudreaux Landry. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Joseph's Hospice, 10615 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA 70809. Please sign the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 21 to Feb. 23, 2013.
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Mike,
Spoke with Robbie the other day and she informed me of your Mother's passing. So sorry for your loss! I didn't know your mother but she raised a fine son so she must have been very special. You, Loretta and family are in my prayers through these diffcult days. Asking God to bring strength and peace and for you all to receive comfort in your precious memories.

Tim Penny

March 6, 2013

To The Family,
May God's eternal love,and mercy, be extended to thee in your time of grief.
I worked with Elmira at DOTD,she was a lovely person.

May God Bless You.

Jeanette Stines

March 1, 2013

I just heard today about Elmira passing. A beautiful and very spunky lady was her character. I worked with her at DOTD and she was always an inspiration to me with her vim and vigor and her energy. I convey my deepest sympathy for your loss and pray God's comfort for you.

Cynthia Brooks

February 28, 2013

Kathy and family,
May you be blessed with comfort and peace during this sorrowful time.

Kitty Thomas RHS'66

February 22, 2013

Millie and family, so sorry to read that your sister has passed. Please know that we will remember years ago when we all lived in the belle rose area the good times we had as friends. May God walk with all of you at this time. Deepest Symphaty
Friend of class of 1957

Deany Gravois

February 22, 2013

Dear Mike.
I wanted so badly to visit you tomorrow but sadly we have a mission to attend at our church. Please know how much I pray for you and your family. It was so kind of you to come to Dads wake. I am very sorry that I did not have more time to talk with you. God Bless!

Janet (Lorio) Kliebert

February 22, 2013

Kathy and Mike, thinking of you and yours at your time of sorrow. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with the family. God Bless.

Peggy Aucoin Clement

February 22, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family.

Shirley Whittington

February 22, 2013

Mike and Loretta,
Sorry to hear about Elmira's passing. May God comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Robbie and Jamie

James Dunn

February 22, 2013

To Elmira'family. I worked with her at DOTD, and she was always a pleasure to be around. I am sure she will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all.

February 22, 2013

So sorry for your loss. She will be joining her cajun dancing friends in heaven. Prayers for all of you.

Patti Simoneaux Campbell

February 22, 2013

You will be in our prayers and hearts as we are away. Love to all.

dottie and james bramhall

February 22, 2013

Mike and Loretta, I am so sorry to hear about Elmira's death. I really enjoyed working with her at DOTD. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.

Fances King

February 21, 2013

Kathy & Mike, sorry to hear about your mother passing. Sorry I will not be able to attend the services. You all will be in our prayers.

Myrna &Chester (Sot) (Giroir) Hidalgo

February 21, 2013

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