Antoinette was born on August 27, 1932, in DeRidder, Louisiana, to the late Rosario Genna of Palermo, Italy, and the late Geneva Fieda of DeRidder. In 1950, she graduated as valedictorian of her class at Sacred Heart Academy in Morgan City.
Many will remember her beautiful singing voice. They may recall her performances at weddings, Christmas Eve Masses, and even local musicals such as "Madame Butterfly" where, it was noted at the time, she “brought the house down” with her soaring vocals.
Throughout her life, Antoinette’s interests were many. Some of her favorite pastimes included listening to music, sitting down with a good book, solving crossword puzzles, or adding to her large collection of antiques, including her prized porcelain dolls.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Julie Mire Bourgeois of Morgan City; Marcia Mire Bradley (Tim) of Lafayette; Kurt Mire (Lola) of Katy, Texas, and Ross Mire of Morgan City, as well as twelve grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Mire; her son-in-law, Roland Bourgeois, Jr., and her granddaughter, Robbie Estave.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, November 24, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 9:00 am until time of mass. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am with Reverend Frances Kayaye as celebrant. Afterwards, Antoinette will be laid to rest alongside her husband at the Morgan City Cemetery.
Relatives and friends are encouraged to share their memories and condolences with the family by visiting Antoinette's memorial page at www.hargravefuneralhome.com.
Hargrave Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
