Fay Audiffred

1942 - 2025

Fay Anne Laiche Audiffred, 83, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, at Covenant Living at Windsor Park in Carol Stream, Illinois. Born on October 20, 1942, in Good Hope, Louisiana, Fay carried a vibrant, joyful spirit throughout her life.

She married her Leon Godchaux high-school sweetheart, Sidney Joseph Audiffred, Jr., sharing more than five decades of love and partnership until his passing in 2018. Together they made their homes in Washington, Illinois where they raised their two children, Amy Audiffred and Doug Audiffred. and later in Decatur/Forsyth, Illinois. After Sid's passing, Fay resided in Valley Park, Missouri, before moving back to Illinois to The Windsor Park community in Carol Stream.

Fay was known for her grace, creativity, and unmistakable spark. A classy redhead with a gift for cooking and baking, she filled her home with warmth and celebration. She was also an accomplished seamstress and crafter.

Her love of gardening became a signature of her life. Fay created breathtaking garden spaces wherever she lived and earned magazine features and multiple awards from the Decatur Garden Club for her artistic floral designs and tablescapes. In fact, she held the prestigious position of President of the Decatur Garden Club for many years. A true hostess at heart, she delighted in creating beautiful meals, elegant presentations, and welcoming spaces for family and friends. She also cherished her collections of angels, artwork, and pottery.

Above all, Fay adored her family. She was a devoted mother and a fun, joyful, deeply loving grandmother. She leaves behind her children, Amy and Doug (Debbi); her grandchildren Eric (Jo) Audiffred, Jordan Zauner, Brian Audiffred, Grace Audiffred, Sydney Fay Audiffred-Zauner, and Joe Audiffred; her great-grandchild Theodore Audiffred; and her beloved sister, Lynne Acosta. Proceeded in death by her husband, Sid Audiffred; her brothers, Edwin Laiche and Lawrence Laiche Jr; and her parents Lawrence "Papa Squint" Laiche and Altheanne Laiche "Maw-maw Laiche"

Fay will be remembered for her lively spirit, her love of flowers and birds, her impeccable elegance, and the kindness and beauty she brought into the lives of everyone who knew her.

She will be profoundly missed and forever cherished.

Funeral services will be held at St Thomas the Apostle Parish in Naperville, Illinois.