Ardoin's Funeral Home - Mamou

02/04/2026

We honor everyone who has been impacted by cancer, those currently fighting, those we’ve lost, and the families and caregivers who walk beside them every step of the way.

01/29/2026

For many, winter can bring a heavier emotional weight, especially for those carrying grief. The season slows us down, sometimes more than we’d like. Even so, some strength is built in stillness.

01/27/2026

You may hear the terms viewing and visitation used interchangeably, but they can serve different purposes.
A viewing is typically a quiet time to pay respects in person, while a visitation is often a more open opportunity for family and friends to gather and offer support.
Both are meaningful in their own way.

01/22/2026

January is National Get Organized Month.

A new year is a natural time to take stock of important details and put things in order. Taking time to organize now can make things easier for the people you love later.

Schedule a time to talk with us about planning ahead.

01/19/2026

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and reflect on his enduring message of compassion and service to others.

01/16/2026

When emotions run high, decisions can feel overwhelming.
Planning ahead helps put important decisions in place early, reducing stress and providing guidance for your family when it matters most.

01/14/2026

Getting your affairs in order doesn’t have to happen all at once.
These five steps offer a simple way to think through important details, at your own pace, so your family isn’t left guessing later.

01/12/2026

A new year brings reflection, and often, questions about the future.

Planning ahead allows time to consider your wishes carefully, creating clarity during moments that can otherwise feel overwhelming.

We’re here to answer questions when you’re ready.

01/02/2026

Patricia Ann St Andre Guillory

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM for Patricia Ann St. Andre Guillory on Friday, January 2, 2026, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Mamou conducted by Father Billy Massie. Burial will follow at Delafosse Cemetery. Patricia passed away on December 30, 2025, at her home.

Patricia was born on October 9, 1951, to the late Ulyssus St Andre and Mary Lavergne St Andre. She worked as an educator touching the lives of countless children. For Patricia, time with her family was her most treasured gift. She and her husband, Sylvon, raised a family and operated a cattle ranch in Spring Prairie.

Those left to cherish her memories are her husband of 55 years, Sylvon Guillory; children, Charmaine Galindo and her husband, Aaron, Roderick Guillory and his wife, Emily, Shawn Guillory, and Shelly Harris and her husband, Darren; grandchildren, Savanah Thibodeaux, Shawn Miguel Guillory, Atticus Guillory, Jaun Jose Petrella, Marianna Harris, Jenna Guillory, and Analisa Harris; great-grandchildren, Arianna Petrella, Amelia Ann Guillory, and Bennett Allen Guillory; brother Ronnie St Andre; and sisters, Emily St Andre, Angela Lartigue and her husband, Dennis, Cynthia St Andre, and Kathy Robinson and her husband, Ben.

Preceding her in death are her parents, grandchild, Dariane Vidrine; brothers, Randall St Andre and Kenneth St Andre; and sisters, Maudry Alfred, Joyce LaChapelle, Celena St Andre, and Sylvia Brown.

Visitation will be held from 8:45 – 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 2, 2026. A rosary will be recited at 10:30 AM.

Condolences may be made at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Mamou.

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01/01/2026

Happy New Year!

12/31/2025

As this year comes to a close, we pause to remember the lives we’ve honored and the families we’ve served. Thank you for trusting us with what matters most.

12/30/2025

Carolyn Huffman

Carolyn Sue Huffman, 69, born on November 17, 1956, in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away on December 5, 2025, at the Savoy Care Center in Mamou, Louisiana.

She loved her children deeply: Beverly McClaskey (Rick), BJ Bauer, David Sarell, and Jason McClaskey. Her memory lives on through her grandchildren—Devan, Jae, Austin, Kayetlyn, Brianna, Elijah, Thomas, Sarah, Brayden, and Rubi—as well as five great-grandchildren. One grandson stated, “I will miss her wanting to know all about the things I am interested in…even if she didn’t understand it.”

She was preceded in death by her father Billy Joe Huffman; mother Sadie Jane Huffman; brother Clyde Huffman; and grandson Nicholas Keith Bauer.

A graduate of Limestone High School’s Class of 1974 (Bartonville, IL), Carolyn embraced life with heartfelt devotion to her family. She tried to give her kids the best she could. She worked many years as a hotel housekeeper. If you knew her, you know that her attention to detail made this a role in which she excelled.

Carolyn found joy in simple pleasures. She enjoyed coloring intricate designs and creating latch hook art. Word searches brought her peaceful focus. An avid wrestling fan and self-declared “Law & Order junkie,” she appreciated both the excitement and drama and took comfort in familiar stories. She also loved animals. You could often find her on the porch at Savoy Care Center caring for the outdoor kitties that the residents adopted.

Those who knew Carolyn remember her as someone whose love ran deep and whose spirit was feisty. Her memory will continue to brighten the lives of those she touched.

A Memorial Service will be held at Savoy Care Center in January.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Peoria, Illinois in the Summer of 2026.

In lieu of flowers, any gifts in remembrance of Carolyn should be given via https://gofund.me/1c5ad0272. The family will use the donations to provide supplies for activities and events for residents at Savoy Care Center.

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