Joy Boutte Coulon

Joy was born to the late Ruphus and Betty Boutte and was raised in the close-knit community she cherished her entire life. She was the beloved wife of 38 years to Dennis “Dune” Coulon, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, family, and memories.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Daniel “D.J.” Boutte (Sandra); and other cherished family members who welcomed her home.

Joy leaves behind her devoted husband, Dennis “Dune” Coulon; her sister, Darlene Boutte Biondolillo (Louis); and her children: son Richard Haley Jr. (April) and daughter Trisha Leblanc (Gareth III). She is also survived by her stepdaughter, Denise Hertz (Lloyd) and her stepson, Darrin “Drake” Coulon (Tess).

Joy was a proud and loving grandmother to Kristen Hertz, Darrin Coulon (Kristy), Dustin Hertz, Malarie Haley, Richie “Brud”Haley (Megan), Allie Haley, Gareth Leblanc IV, Lance Leblanc, and Chase Leblanc. She is also survived by many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a wide circle of friends who loved her dearly.

She was the cherished godmother of Anita Harvey, Curtis Silver Jr., and Toby Otero, roles she held close to her heart.

Joy was known for her deep love of family, her warm spirit, and her strong work ethic. She worked at Boutte’s Bayou Restaurant, where she became a familiar and friendly face to many. Her life was rooted in faith, family, and the Lafitte community she never left.

Joy Boutte Coulon will be remembered for her kindness, devotion, and the love she poured into everyone fortunate enough to know her. Her legacy lives on through the many lives she touched.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12:00PM on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 2653 Jean Lafitte Boulevard in Lafitte, Louisiana. A visitation will begin at the church at 10:00AM and continue until the Mass time. Joy will be laid to rest following the Mass at St. Pius X Mausoleum in Crown Point, Louisiana.