Ronald was born June 1, 1954 in New Iberia to the late William Dore’ and Odile Touchet Dore’ and was one of twelve children. He and his wife of 45 years Versa raised their family of three children here where he grew up and made his living. He worked with CLECO and retired after 30 years of service, and with Lopez Construction and Louis Guilbeau Construction previously.
Outside of his work, Ronald enjoyed being in the outdoors, whether it was hunting and fishing, or cutting his grass and tending to the yard. One of his most enjoyable times was going to the camp where he would barbeque or cook a meal to share with everyone. And if you were lucky enough to be at home on Sunday, you were treated to his delicious gumbo that was made on that special day. Ronald had a love for the outdoors, but his greatest love was for his family. Those blue eyes and kind smile will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Rest well Ronald for you have earned your reward of eternal peace.
Survivors include his wife, Versa Lancon Dore’; his children, Ronald Paul Dore’ Jr. (Natalie), Crystal Dore’ and Blake Dore’ (Ron); his four grandchildren whom he adored, Ainsley Rae Dore’, Jett Dore’, Reid Dore’ and Alyssa Broussard; and his sisters and brothers, Joyce Menard, Joel Dore’, Donald Dore’ (his twin brother), Margie Frank, Brenda LeBlanc and Annette Girard.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Lou Dore’; and his brothers, Wilson, Willie, Wilbert and Willis Dore’.
A memorial gathering will be held for Ronald at Evangeline Funeral Home on Thursday from 5:30 pm until 9:00 pm, with the Rosary being prayed at 7:00 pm.
Family and friends are encouraged to visit Ronald’s memorial page at www.evangelinefuneralhome.com to share a special memory or photo with the family.
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
