Born and raised on Jefferson Island to parents who were trappers and sharecroppers, Edita loved to tell the story of her early life. As a young girl, she would pick cotton in the mornings before heading off to school. Though she left formal schooling in the seventh grade , she never stopped learning—teaching herself through a lifelong curiosity and determination.
A devout Catholic and a gifted cook, Edita lived her faith and love through the care she gave to others. To family and friends, she was simply “Jo” or “Aunt Jo,” a name that carried warmth and familiarity. She was a very hard worker and worked in the school cafeteria her entire career.
She had a special gift with plants and was known to bring even the most wilted flowers back to life. Crochet was one of her greatest joys, and many family members still cherish the beautiful pieces she lovingly made over the years. Above all, Edita adored her family. Her love, strength, and gentle presence were the foundation of generations.
Edita “Jo” Delahoussaye LeBlanc leaves behind a legacy of faith, family, and love. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.
She is survived by her daughter Mary "Cathy" Louviere (Michael); her son David Leon LeBlanc (Eva); and her daughter Lisa LeBlanc (Curt “Possum”); along with her beloved 10 grandchildren Laura Romero, Tabatha Broussard, Jennifer Babineaux, David John LeBlanc, Joshua LeBlanc, Sarah Tate, Travis LeBlanc, Amanda Lynn LeBlanc, Dawn Poirrier, and Jason LeBlanc; 13 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Elton Leon LeBlanc; her sons Elton Michael LeBlanc and Johnny Paul LeBlanc; her parents Cleo and Eva Bourque Delahoussaye; her siblings Alexon, Theo, and Willie Delahoussaye, Amy Bell, Edith Darcy, and DeeDee Guillot; and her granddaughter Elizabeth Ashley LeBlanc.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, beginning at 12:00 PM at Evangeline Funeral Home in New Iberia. A Rosary will be prayed at 1:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 3:00 PM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, with Fr. Garrett Savoie officiating. Interment will be held privately at a later date.
Pallbearers will be Michael Louviere, Curt "Possum" LeBlanc, Travis LeBlanc, Kayben Romero, David John LeBlanc, Joshua LeBlanc.Honorary pallbearers will be Jason Broussard and Gilbert Romero, Jr.
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
