Mildred Victoria Garon Patin

Mildred Victoria Garon Patin, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home, on October 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. A lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Mildred was born on July 12, 1932, in New Roads, Louisiana, to Oliver and Noelie Garon.

Mildred was married to the love of her life, Vern Anthony Patin, Sr., for nearly 64 years. Together, they began their marriage in Baton Rouge, building a home filled with faith, laughter, and love.

She is survived by her daughter, Rhonda P. Honoré and her husband, Brent S. Honoré, of Baton Rouge; two sons, Vern Anthony “Tony” Patin, Jr. and his wife, Monica R. Patin, of Baton Rouge, and Don L. Patin and his wife, Kaye M. Patin, of Shreveport. Mildred was a proud grandmother to Brittany H. Thomas, Stephanie H. Sanchez, Katherine H. Romig, Anna H. Rucks, Mary Ashton H. Katz, Leslie P. Phillips, Andrew C. Patin, and Trish P. Barber; and a beloved great-grandmother to twenty-one adoring great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Vern Anthony Patin, Sr.; her precious grandsons, Justin Anthony and Vern Anthony Patin III; her parents, Oliver and Noelie Garon; her sisters Ceola St. Amant, Marie Mankowski, Jeanne St. Amant, Gladys Garon, and Shirley Ladmirault; and her brothers Harry Garon, Phillip Garon, Alex Hebert, and Ernest Hebert.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. until the time of services. Rev. Chester Arceneaux will be the Celebrant. Interment will follow at Greenoaks Cemetery on Florida Boulevard.

Pallbearers will be Wardell Ladmirault, James Ladmirault, Robert “Bobby” Ladmirault, Daniel Ladmirault, Andrew Patin, and Joseph Rozier. Honorary pallbearers include Carl Ladmirault, Darrell Barber, Mason B. Katz, Caleb Phillips, Jeffrey K. Romig, William W. Rucks V, and Erick D. Sanchez.

Mildred’s life was a testament to love—deeply rooted in her faith, family, and traditions. She expressed her devotion through her extraordinary cooking, known especially for her coconut cake, crawfish bisque, and countless Southern home-cooked meals that brought family and friends together. A quiet and thoughtful woman, Mildred’s words carried both wisdom and humor when she chose to speak.

She was a hands-on mother and grandmother—present at every event, always cheering, encouraging, and nurturing. Mildred loved spending time with family, playing cards and board games with her grandchildren, and never turned down a trip to the casino for a round of Sizzlin’ 7s or a lively game of bingo.

Her steadfast devotion to the Blessed Mother was the foundation of her daily life. She prayed the Rosary faithfully and cherished her Rosary group, where she found deep spiritual connection and lifelong friendship.

Mildred’s legacy is one of love, faith, and family—values she lived every day and instilled in all who knew her. She will be dearly missed but forever remembered with warmth and gratitude.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to her in-laws Joseph George Patin, Jeanette Hudson, Kenneth and Jeanne Patin, James Patin and to her many nieces and nephews who brought her great joy. Special thanks are also offered to Jerion Lindsay and her compassionate caregiving team for their dedicated care and kindness.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Missionaries of Charity in Mildred’s honor.