A native of Baton Rouge LA and a resident of Fairfield Bay, AR, Irene passed away on Friday, December 14, 2018 in Jefferson, LA at the age of 61. She attended St. Gerard Elementary School and was a graduate of Redemptorist Junior/Senior High School… "Forever Wolfpack." Irene worked as a paralegal for various Baton Rouge law firms and in various assignments at St. Gerard Majella Catholic Church and Redemptorist Junior/Senior High School. She especially enjoyed working in the library and helping the students. After moving to Fairfield Bay, AR, Irene volunteered her time in various capacities including the pet rescue group "FAWS" adopting out 185 dogs from her home, local library and chamber of commerce, and was a "pin-head" with Care Caps, a group that make caps for cancer patients. She was a great cook and loved introducing her new Arkansas friends and neighbors to South Louisiana Cuisine. She is greatly loved and will be dearly missed. Irene is survived by her husband of 40 years, Robert G. Lanier of Fairfield Bay, AR; son B.J. Lanier (wife Megan) of New Orleans, LA; mother Dolores Barbay Fourrier of Clinton, LA; siblings Paul Fourrier Jr. (wife Debbie) of Opelousas, LA and Darrell Fourrier (wife Patricia) of Clinton, LA; and multiple nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father Paul B. Fourrier Sr. Visitation will be on Monday, December 17, 2018 at Rabenhorst Funeral Home (825 Government St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802) from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Visitation will continue on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at St. Gerard Majella Catholic Church (5354 Plank Rd., Baton Rouge, LA 70805) from 10:00 am until the Funeral Mass at 11:00 am celebrated by Rev. Michael Schatzle. Word of comfort may be expressed to the family at www.rabenhorst.com.
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Thoughts and prayers going out for the family.
Jeff Dunn
December 18, 2018
My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.
Z L
December 18, 2018
Robert and B.J., Ralph and I are heatbroken to hear of Irene's passing away. We have many fond memories of time spent with you when Lauren and B.J. were at RHS and then at Ole Miss.We pray the Lord will comfort and sustain you as you celebrate her life, knowing she is with Him now. She was an incredible lady, and I am sure the angels are celebrating her home-going.
In Christ, Teresa and Ralph Persick
Teresa Persick
December 17, 2018
a loved one
December 17, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kenny Prejean
December 17, 2018
Robert, BJ, and Megan,
Please know that you're in our prayers. Our hearts are breaking to hear of Irene's passing. She was such a special, fun loving lady who no doubt has a very special place in Heaven. Sending love and hugs your way.
Donna & Billy Kline
December 17, 2018
a loved one
December 17, 2018
Rachel Skontrianos
December 16, 2018
Bill and I remember Irene as a lovely and fun person. Our condolences on your loss.
Kathleen Baine
December 16, 2018
We didnt just lose a Care Cap volunteer.....we lost a good friend.
Mary Philips
Coworker
December 16, 2018
Mary Philips
December 16, 2018
My dear sweet angel friend, I never knew you not to have a smile on your face and it was contagious. I can't even begin to express how I feel at this time. Anyone who knew you, loved you and I was blessed to have had them both in your friendship. I am empty but all the memories will forever be in my heart. Love you, Wonder Woman!
Karen Piper
December 15, 2018
Please know that so many others share your grief as this difficult time. We are praying for God to provide the needed comfort and support from family and friends during your time of bereavement and beyond.
December 15, 2018
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