Robert K. Ardoin

Robert Kennon Ardoin, age 72, of Colyell, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Robert’s life was marked by a deep commitment to family, service, and community. Robert retired after 30 years of dedicated service with the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office, a role in which he served his community with integrity and care. He was also deeply involved in Freemasonry, having served as Past Master of Hurd Merrill Lodge #454 for 16 years. His leadership and commitment to the lodge were evident when he held the title of Worshipful Master in 2015. Robert is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Arnette Ardoin; his daughters, Amy Ardoin Fowler and Jenny Ardoin Leavell (Mary Ettinger); three grandchildren, Frank Fowler (Tori), Natalie Leavell, and Madalynn Leavell; and one great-grandchild, Drakeford “Drake” Fowler. He also leaves behind his sister, Margie (Elvis) Willie; his brother, Vernal (Lois) Ardoin; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Clayton (Lea) McMorris and Marlin McDonald; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Jennings Howard Ardoin Sr. and Cleo Palmer Ardoin; his in-laws, Arnold and Mary McMorris; and siblings, Harriet McDonald, Howard Ardoin Jr., and Farrell Ardoin and sister-in-law, Barbara “Bobby” Ardoin.

Services to honor Robert’s life will be held at Colyell Baptist Church, 19524 Hwy 42, Livingston, Louisiana. Visitation will be on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and will resume on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 9:00 AM. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM. Robert will be laid to rest at Colyell Community Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Frank Fowler, Huey McLin, Tommy Joe McCon, Charlie Roberts, Stan Carpenter, and Jason Ard.

Robert's family and friends will forever remember his loving spirit, his unwavering strength, and the kindness he shared with everyone who crossed his path. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.