CATAHOULA- Lories Camille Dauphinet, age 88, of Catahoula, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted and compassionate woman, known for her caring nature and selfless dedication to serving others. Lories found joy in caring for both children and the elderly, embodying the essence of kindness and empathy.
Her passion for cleanliness extended beyond her home, where she meticulously kept everything tidy. She cherished her time outdoors, finding solace in tending to her flower beds and maintaining her home and yard. Lories' love for outdoor activities, from picking up sticks to painting fences, reflected her appreciation for the simple beauties of life. One thing about Lories if you knew her, there was no gray area, it was all Black & White, something that brought laughter (sometimes tears) to all around her.
Lories is survived by her daughter, Dixie Dauphinet; her sons, Herby Dauphinet (Cindy), Todd Dauphinet (Missy), and Toby Dauphinet (Cindy); her brother, James "Jim" Camille (Gloria); her sisters, Linda Pelous (Robert) and Velma "PeeWee" Duplechin (Billy). She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard "Fala" Dauphinet, her parents Walter and Amelina Johnson Camille, her sisters Mary Higginbotham and Amelina "Petit" Bergeron, and her brother Jessie “Tat” Camille.
Lories leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness, cherished by her eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.
A visitation for Lories will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, followed by a rosary at 6:30 PM at Dion Hall, 4452 Catahoula Highway, St. Martinville, Louisiana. Additional visitation hours will take place on Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM, also at Dion Hall. A Mass of Christian Burial being officiated by Fr. Bill Melancon will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Rita Catholic Church, 1006 St. Rita Hwy, St. Martinville, Louisiana.
Honoring her memory, Herby Dauphinet, Todd Dauphinet, Toby Dauphinet, Tyler Dauphinet, Kane Comeaux and Jimmy Camille will serve as pallbearers.
Lories Camille Dauphinet will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her spirit of love and compassion will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched. May she rest in eternal peace.
A special thanks goes out to all the caregivers and administration at Landmark of Acadiana that took great care for Lories for the last two years, what a pleasure it was to have them involved.
To view the on-line obituary, video tribute, and sign the guest register, please visit www.evangelinefuneralhome.com.
Evangeline Funeral Homes, Inc. of St. Martinville is in charge of arrangements.
