Gilbert Joseph Peltier, a devoted family man, proud veteran, and lifelong resident of Louisiana, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on December 4, 1927, in St. Martinville, LA, Gilbert was the beloved son of the late Antoine and Nola Delcambre Peltier.
Gilbert answered the call to serve his country with honor, training at Fort Bliss, Texas, and later being stationed in Japan as a Paratrooper. His military service was a source of great pride, reflecting the courage and commitment he carried throughout his life.
After returning home, Gilbert dedicated over 50 years of hard work to Cleco, where he served as a lineman. His strong work ethic and loyalty earned the respect of his colleagues and community alike.
Outside of his career, Gilbert was a man of deep family values and simple joys. He cherished time spent with his loved ones and found peace in the outdoors—hunting, fishing, and camping whenever he could. His stories, laughter, and presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Gilbert leaves behind a legacy of service, strength, and love—a life well-lived and a man well-loved.
Those left behind to cherish his memory include his two sons, Phillip John Peltier and wife Penny and Blaine Bernard Peltier and wife Teresa; five grandchildren, Gidget Duplantis, Ashley Segura (Beau), Kayla Richard (Lyndsey); Victoria Louviere (Travis) and Peyton Peltier; four great grandchildren, Selina Broussard, Paxtin Johnson, Beckham Boudreaux and Landon Segura and two great-great grandchildren, Julian Broussard and Hudson Broussard.
Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Elodie “Tut” Bonin Peltier; his daughter, Violet Duplantis; one grandchild, Beau Peltier and a son in law, Russell Duplantis.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 1:00 pm at Evangeline Funeral Home. Fr. Keith Landry will officiate. He will be laid to rest at Memorial Park Cemetery following the service.
Visiting hours will be held at Evangeline Funeral Home on Thursday from 9:00 am until time of service at 1:00 pm. A rosary will be led by the Men’s Rosary Group at 10:00 am.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Phillip Peltier, Blaine Peltier, Peyton Peltier, Beau Segura, Larry Comeaux and Mark Comeaux.
Relatives and friends are invited to share their condolences at www.evangelinenewiberia.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
