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Raye Simoneaux Obituary

Raye Ann Blanchard Simoneaux, 58, a native and resident of Napoleonville, LA passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2018. Raye Ann was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to many. She adored her children, grandchildren and was always there for everyone. Raye Ann enjoyed flowers, selling Tupperware, sitting on the back porch and listening to Cajun French music. Her favorite foods were boiled crabs, little Debbie cakes and Coca-Cola. Raye Ann leaves behind to cherish her memory her three children, Jordy, Bryan and Trent Simoneaux; sister, Gina Blanchard St.Germain; brother, Keith G. Blanchard and wife, Cheryle; two grandchildren, Haven Anthony and Huxley George Simoneaux; father of children, Anthony ""Tony"" Simoneaux and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Itzy Rivere Blanchard. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 from 6pm until 10pm at Ourso Funeral Home in Donaldsonville. Visitation will resume on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 8am until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11am at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Paincourtville.

Published by The Advocate from Sep. 17 to Sep. 20, 2018.
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My deepest condolences to the family. Forever in my heart my friend. This doesn't seem real. You are now present with our Lord Jesus and reunited with those you lost in life. I know you're making people laugh in Heaven. Love you Raye!!

Antoinette Albarado

September 19, 2018

a loved one

September 18, 2018

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Mark Arboneaux ( Fish )

September 18, 2018

Fly high My Beautiful Angel . You will forever be in my heart. I love and miss you sooo much Mom

Bryan Simoneaux

September 18, 2018

Raye,you will be missed greatly cousin. Remembering lots of great memories with family. Prayers, hugs and love to family and friends. Prayers and condolences.

Dawn & Lydell Breaux

September 17, 2018

Can't believe your gone. Love and will miss you.

Wanda Brazda

September 17, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Ourso Funeral Home

September 17, 2018

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