Caroll J. Navarre, Sr., a devoted and loving husband, proud father, grandfather and great grandfather, and dear brother and friend passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Thursday, November 26, 2020 at his son's residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was 81.
Caroll was born April 9, 1939 in Lafayette to the late Sidney and Clothilde Naquin Navarre and was one of nine children to that union. He was retired from Dutch Gosnell with over 50 dedicated years of service. "Sam" as he was known to his coworkers, was a welder/fabricator, and retired as shop foreman.
Caroll was a true outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and camping with his wife and family. He was a great cook and shared many meals with his family and friends. He was also a pretty good corn hole player, and could shake a leg when he and Mrs. Earline went dancing. Above all, he was happiest when spending time with his family. He will surely be missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and love him. Rest well, for you have earned your heavenly reward.
Survivors include his wife and best friend of 63 years, Earline Istre Navarre; his children, Meranda Miller, Carrol Navarre, Jr., Melinda Louviere, Baronica Migues and Lambert Navarre; his daughter-in-law and sons-in-law, Carrie Cardell Navarre, Bill Miller, Timothy Louviere and Rendy Migues; nine grandchildren, Michael Hebert (Josh), Derrick Girard, Lee Navarre (Christy), Orry Hebert (Maura), Ryan Girard, Ashlee Girard, Tia Navarre, Kala Navarre, (Heidi) and Victoria Louviere; 13 great grandchildren, Baylee Girard, Andrew Bradford, Dylan Navarre, Zachary Bradford, Caden Girard, Kaizly Viator, Emily Navarre, Colton Hebert, Zaiden Girard, Gabriel LeBouef, Braelynn Viator, Makinlee Girard and Oaklyn Hebert; three step grandchildren, seven step great grandchildren and his sisters and brother, Thelma Simon, Beatrice Ketcham and Ernest Navarre.
Along with his parents, her was preceded in death by his grandson, Joseph Girard; sisters, Mazel Cormier and Jeanette Alleman; and his brothers, James Navarre, Norris Navarre and Lennis Navarre.
A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Mr. Navarre's life will be held at 10:30 am Monday, November 30, 2020 at Nativity of Our Lady Catholic Church. Fr. Ed Degeyter will be the celebrant. Following the Mass, Mr. Navarre will be laid to rest at Nativity Mausoleum.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Evangeline Funeral Home on Sunday from 1:00 pm until 9:00 pm with the Men's Rosary Group leading the Rosary at 7:00 pm. Visiting hours will resume on Monday from 8:00 am until 10:00 am.
Serving as pallbearers are Mike Hebert, Derrick Girard, Orry Hebert, Ryan Girard, Lee Navarre, and Kala Navarre. Honorary pallbearers are his sons-in-law, Bill Miller, Timothy Louviere and Rendy Migues.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Heart of Hospice, L&M Pharmacy and to his caregivers for the care and compassion. You are all greatly appreciated.
Family and friends are encouraged to share their memories and condolences by visiting Mr. Navarre's memorial page at www.evangelinefuneralhome.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
