Rowena "Peachie" Gautreaux

Peachie was truly a treasure to all who knew her, sharp and witty, gracious and spunky, with a presence that felt like living history. Her kindness and tender heart touched generations, and her gentle, soft soul made everyone feel welcome and loved. Though she lived more than a century, her spirit remained forever ageless.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Sandy and Todd Bourque; her son and daughter-in-law, Randy “Poose” and Carla Gautreau; her brother-in-law, Terry Gautreaux; and her sister-in-law, Audrey Gautreau. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren, Brandon and Kim Gautreau, Brittni and Russell Robert, Devon and Danielle Bourque, Lauren and Brandon Smith, Todd Babin, and Stacey Babin. Her legacy continues through her twelve great-grandchildren, Addison, Cohen, and Slade Robert, Evan and Carter Gautreau, Stella Bourque, Noah, Jude, and Leo Smith, and Lexie, Kael, and Jake Babin.

Peachie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 43 years, Leo Gautreau; her parents, Julia Villar Dragg and Sanford “Boots” Dragg; her sister, Polly Gautreaux; her sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Joe Prescott; her brother, Alex Dragg; and her brother and sister-in-law, Alvin “Bully” and Pye Dragg.

Services honoring Peachie’s life will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at St. Mark Catholic Church, 42021 LA-621, Gonzales, Louisiana. Visitation will take place from 9:30 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. She will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband, Leo, at Lake Cemetery in St. Amant, Louisiana. Serving as Pallbearers will be Brandon Gautreau, Devon Bourque, Russell Robert, Brandon Smith, Evan Gautreau, & Cohen Robert.

Peachie’s life was a beautiful testament to love, resilience, and grace. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.