Thursday, March 27, 2025 – As the sun was about to rise on another of God’s glorious days, our dear mother and matriarch of the family, Verlie Veronie Langlinais, gently closed her eyes to this earthly life and went on to eternal peace and rest. At her passing, she was 86 years old.
Verlie was born March 13, 1939, in Rayne, Louisiana, to the late Curley Veronie and the late Mable Venable Veronie, and was the oldest of three daughters.
Verlie was a devoted wife of 65 years to the love of her life, Noicy “Red” Langlinais, and the proud mother of the three best children a mother could ask for—Tracy, Eddie, and Hope. Her heart grew with love as she watched them marry, welcome their children, and eventually their grandchildren into their lives.
Although Verlie worked outside the home, she cherished her most important role as a wife, mother, and homemaker. Earlier in her life, she devoted her time as a Den Mother for the Girl Scouts. She was also an active member of the Bayou Belles, who supported the Shriners, of which Noicy was a longstanding member. Together, Verlie and Noicy's generosity provided care for many children at Shriners Hospitals across the United States.
Verlie had many pastimes she enjoyed throughout her life. In her younger years, she and Noicy bowled with the New Iberia Bowlers Association on Sunday nights, an outing they shared with family and friends. However, their greatest joy was traveling and camping. Family vacations were especially treasured. Cruises, camping in the Smoky Mountains and Blue Ridge Mountains, and their favorite destination, Ken's Campground on Lake Peigneur, were some of their most cherished memories. It was their little slice of Heaven.
But above all, Verlie was happiest when surrounded by her family. She was her grandchildren’s best friend and confidant, often spending time with them, listening intently, and offering the best advice to guide them through life’s challenges. What a treasure it was to have a grandmother who was always there, ready to listen, guide, and love unconditionally. Those moments will be cherished for eternity.
While we mourn her passing, we will keep her memory and legacy alive in our hearts. It is only temporary that we are on this earth, and we are comforted by the promise of eternal life, knowing we will one day be reunited with Verlie and all those who have gone before us. Until that precious day, may you rest in peace, dear Verlie. We love you.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Tracy John Langlinais (Mary), Sheriff Eddie Langlinais (Lyndi), and Hope Langlinais Richard; her grandchildren, who loved her dearly, DeLannie Delcambre (Tren), Seth Richard (Victoria), Jeric Langlinais, Toria Richard (Dylan), Paige Langlinais and Broc Langlinais; her nine precious great-grandchildren, Jenifer Richard (Aaron), Trey Delcambre, Layla Courville, Ellajane LeBlanc, Carter Richard, Oliver Richard, Tucker Richard, Fletcher Richard; and her great great granddaughter, Willa Grace Duplantis.
Along with her parents, Verlie is reunited with her beloved husband, Noicy "Red" Langlinais; her son-in-law, Leland Richard; and her sisters, Virgie Wheat and Verna Bourque.
A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Verlie’s life will be held at 10:00 am Monday, March 31, 2025, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Fr. Nicholas Dupre', Associate Pastor at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville, will be the celebrant. Verlie will be laid to rest with her husband in Our Lady of the Lake Cemetery privately at a later date.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Evangeline Funeral Home on Sunday, March 30, from 1:00 pm until 8:00 pm, with the recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 pm. Visiting hours will resume on Monday from 8:00 am until 9:45 am, with a dismissal at 9:45 am.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Jeric Langlinais, Seth Richard, Dylan LeBlanc, Brady Moneaux, Doug Sibille, and Aaron Duplantis. Honorary pallbearers include L.J. Boutte, Trey Delcambre, Broc Langlinais, Gerald Vidallier, and Reggie Falgout.
The Langlinais family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the Doctors and Staff of Abbeville General Hospital and to Hospice of Acadiana for their care and compassion shown to Verlie while in their care. We would also like to extend a special thank you to Kim Montgomery, Mom and Dad's caregiver for faithfully being at their side for over three and half years. You are all greatly appreciated.
Relatives and friends are invited to share their condolences and memories of Verlie with the family by visiting her memorial at www.evangelinedelcambre.com.
Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre is in charge of arrangements.
