Born on July 15, 1945, in New Iberia to the late Sidney Bernard Landry, Sr. and Marie Odelia Deroche Landry. Calvin lived a life defined by love, faith, and service. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to know him. His kind heart, gentle spirit, and ever-present smile were the hallmarks of a man who went above and beyond to help anyone in need.
A devout Catholic, Calvin was a dedicated parishioner of St. Nicholas Catholic Church who prayed the rosary daily. He was a proud 4th Degree Knight of Columbus at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where his faith was the cornerstone of his life and legacy.
Calvin’s work ethic was unmatched. He was a valued employee at Whitaker Metals until the 1980s, later continuing his career with J&L, Honiron, and Cameco, and eventually finding fulfillment working with a local sugar cane farmer. No matter the job, he gave his all with integrity and pride.
He had a lifelong passion for agriculture, especially raising and showing livestock through the 4-H program—a tradition he lovingly passed on to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. His legacy will live on through the generations who carry on his love for livestock and community.
An avid gardener, Calvin was known as the “cucumber and tomato man,” delighting in planting, harvesting, and generously sharing his fresh vegetables with family and friends. In his younger years, he never missed the opening of shrimping season, forming a memorable team with his beloved boat, Shrimp Fever.
Though his final journey was marked by suffering, Calvin was surrounded by the warmth and love of his family and friends. The time shared with him was a cherished gift, and his passing leaves a legacy of unwavering love, generosity, and devotion.
He was the heart of his family, and while he may be gone from our sight, he will never be absent from our hearts.
Rest in peace, PePaw. Your love lives on in all of us.
Those left behind to cherish his memory are his daughter, Brandy Landry Boutte (Frankie Vollenweider); two Sons, Craig Landry (Rachel) and Chadwick Landry; four grandchildren, Hailey Louviere (T.J.); Cody Landry (Sam), Blake Boutte and Morgan Boutte (Landon Champagne); five great grandchildren, Zoey Landry, Ava Louviere, Colton Landry, Liam Louviere and Clayton Landry; one brother, Sidney Landry, Jr.(Mary) and his fur baby, Missy.
Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Olive Escagne Landry; one brother, Charles Landry and his great granddaughter, Cameron Landry.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church with Fr. Bill Melancon Officiating. Morgan Boutte and Blake Boutte will serve as lectors for the mass. Mr. Landry will be laid to rest at Broussard Cemetery following the mass.
Family and friends are invited to Evangeline Funeral Home for a visitation on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 9:00am until 12:30 pm A Rosary will be prayed by members of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus members at 11:00 am.
Serving as pallbearers are Craig Landry, Chadwick Landry, Cody Landry, Blake Boutte, T.J. Louviere and Frankie Vollenweider. Sidney Landry, Jr., Colton Landry, Liam Louviere and Landon Champagne are honorary pallbearers.
The family would like to send a special thank you to his amazing CNA, Tamika for going above and beyond; and their very own caregivers, Jody and Helen Louviere.
Relatives and friends are encouraged to share their memories and condolences by visiting Calvin’s memorial page at www.evangelinenewiberia.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
