Dorothy "Dottie" (Champagne) Holliday

Dorothy “Dottie” Champagne Holliday, age 86, passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family. Dottie was born in Lafayette, Louisiana, and was residing in New Iberia, Louisiana at the time of her passing. She attended Milton High School, where she graduated as valedictorian, and went on to complete two years of college at LSU. Dottie found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved playing Scrabble and Gin Rummy, reading, and spending time with her family. She cherished her upbringing on a farm alongside her four sisters, a time that remained close to her heart throughout her life. In her later years, she was lovingly cared for by her son Raymond and his wife Julie. She is survived by her children: Diana Osborne (Van), Jennifer Manning (Kevin), Elizabeth Champagne, Raymond Champagne (Julie), and Mark Champagne (Susie). She also leaves behind 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, all of whom she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her father, Caffery Domingue; her mother, Dorothy Lindstrom Domingue; her husbands, Harry “Sonny” Champagne and Walter Holliday; and her baby sister, Ginger. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Rabenhorst East, 11000 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70815. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Rabenhorst East, followed by a Celebration of Dottie’s Life at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Acadiana. Dottie will be remembered for her warmth, her love of family, and the joy she brought to those around her.