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Mark Avet Obituary
Houma - Mark James Avet, age 66, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 4:42 a.m. He was a native and resident of Houma, LA.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 beginning at 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Thursday, May 13, 2021 beginning at 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. with burial following in St. Francis de Sales #2 Cemetery.
Mark is survived by his wife of 37 years, Gretchen Elizabeth Maier Avet; mother, Mary Jane Hebert Avet; sons, Sean Michael Avet, and Christopher Anthony Avet and wife, Alyssa Galler Avet; daughter, Sarah Katherine Avet; brothers, Donald Joseph Avet, Jr. and wife, Connie Bunch Avet, and Thomas "Tommy" David Avet and wife, Wendy Rochel Avet; sisters, Susan Avet Theriot and husband, Jimmy Theriot, and Celeste Avet Babin and husband, Kenneth Babin; grand dogs, Opie and Roux Roux; and his two best friends that he considered as brothers, Mike Samanie and wife, Charlene, and Clifford Hebert and wife, Jackie.
Mark was preceded in death by his father, Donald Joseph Avet, Sr.
Mark was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. He was the proud and dedicated owner of Avet's Locksmith Service. He worked as a self-employed locksmith for 15 years after spending over 35 years in the automotive industry. He was the current president of the Louisiana-Mississippi Locksmith Association. He enjoyed watching LSU and Saints games, and his daily visits to Mr. Ronnie's Donuts. He was a 4th Degree Knight of the Knights of Columbus. Mark loved spending time with his family, friends, and beloved dogs. He is loved and will be dearly missed by everyone whose lives he impacted.
Chauvin Funeral Home and Crematory, INC. is honored to serve the Avet family.
To send condolences please visit www.chauvinfuneralhome.com
Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements
5899 Highway 311 Houma, Louisiana 70360
Phone:985-868-2536Fax: 985-876-5032
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Avet
Melissa Olivier
May 27, 2021
Gretchen, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Melissa Olivier
Mike Samanie
May 12, 2021
I've got a broken heart ever since I lost my adopted brother. God has taken care of him and he is at peace. I'll miss you Podna
Guy Burch
May 12, 2021
So sorry to hear this. I knew Mark for the last 15 years when I owned a hotel in Houma. One of the nicest, most genuine men I’ve ever known. God bless his wife and family. Surely he is sitting at the feet of Jesus.
Michael Leeper
May 12, 2021
Mr. Mark was simply about as kind as a person could be. Willing to help always, any way he could, always with a smile on his face. I feel I've lost a very good friend, he will be missed, never forgotten, but I know he is at peace and with the Lord. God Bless Ms. Gretchen and family
Suzanne Gravolet Gacula
May 11, 2021
I will forever miss you Uncle Mark. You were like a second father to me & your caring compassionate manner & your outstanding humor will forever hold a place in my heart. Every time I see purple & gold, I will immediately smile at the fond memory of you. I know you’re watching over us all & I hope someday I see you again. Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher & for all the support & love you & Aunt Gretchen showed my family. I Love You to the moon & beyond the stars!
Tony & Robin Chapman
May 11, 2021
He was always kind and friendly every time I saw him. Prayers For the family.
MARY BREHM
May 11, 2021
I am So sorry to hear of an old friend's passing. Condolences to the entire Avet family that I knew along time ago in Houma. My parents Marguerite and Ernest Price always loved visiting this beautiful family. ( I was Mary Susan Price) now Susan Brehm and live in Virginia.
Peggy Darsey
May 11, 2021
My heart goes out to Gretchen and your family!
Alva J Eschete
May 11, 2021
Gretchen, this was a shock to us. At a loss for proper words. Condolences to you and family.
Felicie and Alva Eschete
Leslie Breaux
May 11, 2021
Mr. Mark you will be dearly missed! When anyone was in a bind you would drop anything and everything to take care of your customers. You will be dearly missed! You Well deserved your wings in heaven! My prayers are with you and your family during these hard times.
Forrest & Rose Callais
May 10, 2021
May he rest in God's peace, sending prayers.
Vincent Ziyo
May 10, 2021
He was a great guy and helped me anytime I called him with anything I asked him for! We will all suffer from this loss.
Jeffrey Perry
May 10, 2021
Gretchen and family.... Please accept my profound and heartfelt condolences for your loss. I cannot even imagine your level of grief Through the Holy Grace of God and His Devine Mercy, may He provide you and your family with comfort and healing. My prayers are with you.
...Jeff Perry...
Metairie, LA
Glaise Chaissonchaisson
May 10, 2021
sorry for the great loss of the family. i’ve had the pleasure of knowing mark professionally and personally . i have only good things to say about mark. awesome man and freinds of vietnam veterans as we built veterans park. bless you heart and god bless you eternaly
Cindy & Ricky Thomas
May 10, 2021
Gretchen and family, Ricky and I are sadden by the passing of Mark. He was such a sweet and funny guy. May the memories you shared help you get through this difficult time. Sending thoughts and prayers to all.
Sincerely
Sharon Ayo Duet
May 10, 2021
My condolences. I remember him fondly from the years he worked with my husband, Louis Duet.
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