Dorothy Ruth Fontenot, 80, of Welsh, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at her residence. She was born to her late parents, Edgar and Odellia Delome on July 2, 1940 in Egan, LA. She loved fishing, crabbing, and spending time with her family. Dorothy also enjoyed a good game of cards.
She is survived by her five sons, Don C. Fontenot (Kristy) of Huffman, TX, John Fontenot of Welsh, Ron Fontenot (Sarah) of Welsh, James Fontenot of Welsh, Hillman Fontenot of Jennings; one brother, Shirley Delome (Shirley) of Crosby, TX; two sisters, Fern Glover (Zack) of Livingston, TX, Rose Boutin of Baytown, TX; ten grandchildren; along with sixteen great grandchildren.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her loving husband, Carol Fontenot.
Services will be held at Hixson Funeral Home in Welsh on Friday, January 22, 2021, at 2:00pm, with Bro. Pat Deshotel officiating. Visitation will begin prior to the service at the funeral home, beginning at 11:00am. Burial will follow at Andrus Cove Cemetery in Lake Arthur.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonwelsh.com.
