Terry Paul Dore

Terry Paul Dore', a faithful and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024 at the Heart Hospital in Lafayette, with Fr. Tom at his bedside with family saying the Litany of the Saints. He was 76.

Terry was born September 6, 1947 in Delcambre to the late LeRoy Dore' and the late Lelia Viator Dore', one of seven children born to that union. He was raised in a family steeped with cajun heritage, who knew the value of faith and hard work. As a child he attended school in Delcambre and was a proud graduate of Delcambre High School, Class of 1965. He worked with Jefferson Island Salt Mine as an Operations Supervisor and retired with many years of faithful service.

Terry lived a life devoted to his Catholic faith, family and friends, and his beloved community of Delcambre. As a lifelong parishioner of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Terry served in various capacities such as Eucharistic Minister, Sacristan, Altar Server and Lector. In his many years in Delcambre, Terry ministered to the families who lost a loved one, by leading the recitation of the Holy Rosary and praying for the repose of their soul. He did this without hesitation of thought, and with the gift and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. He truly had a "servant’s heart" placing his need after those of others.

And it goes without saying that as much of his life he gave to the Lord, he gave that same love and energy to his family. This man never stopped. As his daughters shared, "Terry always took care of work first, then made time to play after". He loved being home and took pride in making sure all was clean and well maintained. The times Terry did leave his home, was with Christine and the family for sun and relaxation on the beaches of Gulfshores, or a quiet rest in the mountains of Tennessee. There was also a fun side to Terry, as he could bring a smile to your face and laughter to everyone around sharing a joke. He never met a stranger and extended his hand in friendship to all he met.

Above all else, Terry's greatest joy was that of his family. They completed his life and brought endless happiness to him. We rejoice in knowing that Terry is not gone on from us, only gone on before us. He has earned his heavenly reward and we have the promise of one day reuniting with him. Until that beautiful day, may his soul and the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace. We love you.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 54 years, Christine Broussard Dore'; his daughters, Stephanie Dore' Fremin and husband Robby and Tiffani Dore Broussard and husband Casey; his three grandchildren, Emma Claire Broussard, Ava Marie Fremin and Aiden Paul Broussard; and his siblings, Daniel Dore', Phyllis Dore' Corner and husband Ronald, Derrell Dore' and wife Dot and Sybil Dronet and husband Travis.

Along with his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his brothers, Timothy Dore' and Lynn Dore'

A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Terry's life will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, February 9, 2024 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Delcambre. Fr. Buddy Breaux will be the celebrant with Fr. Thomas Voorhies as con-celebrant. Following the mass, Terry will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Lake Mausoleum.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre Thursday from 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm, with the Men's Rosary Group leading the Holy Rosary at 6:00 pm. Visiting hours will resume on Friday from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm dismissal.

Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Robby Fremin, Casey Broussard, Aiden Broussard, Edward Broussard, Ron Dore' and Randall Falgout.

Terry was a generous man who not only gave of himself, but of his good fortune. In keeping with that same generous spirit, please consider a donation in Terry's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to Marianist Mission, Mount Saint John, 4435 East Patterson Road, Dayton Ohio 45481-0001.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the Doctors and Staff of The Heart Hospital of Lafayette for their care and compassion shown to Terry and our family while in their care. We are eternally grateful to you all. God Bless you.

Family and friends are encouraged to share the condolences and memories with the Dore' family by visiting Terry's memorial page at www.evangelinedelcambre.com

Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre is in charge of arrangements.