Avis Clifton Courteaux passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at the age of 74. She was the cherished wife of 48 years to Robert Allen Courteaux. Daughter of the late Harold “Happy” Spencer and Ruth Gammel Spencer. Sister of Alice Molero and the late Mary Ellen Wells, Eugene Donald Spencer, Harold Allen Spencer and Dorcille Ann Spencer. Loving mother of Donelle J. Bass, Sidney “Happy” Boudreaux, Richard Boudreaux (Corinna), Robert Courteaux Jr., Charles Courteaux, Maurice Courteaux and the late Paul Boudreaux and Chris Courteaux. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her 15 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren (and 2 on the way), along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
Avis found pleasure in the details of everyday life and caring deeply for others. She was devoted to her Lord and enjoyed attending her church services. Nothing brought her greater pleasure than spending time with her grand and great grandbabies. She will always be remembered for her loyalty and dedication to her family, her caring and loving spirit, and her laughter. She was well loved and will be deeply missed by us all.
Family and close friends will be gathering and celebrating Avis’ life at ST. BERNARD STATE PARK, 501 St. Bernard Parkway, Braithwaite, LA on Saturday, September 4th.
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