Herc P. Daigneault

Herc Peter Daigneault, 101, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Houma, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, while surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 75 years, Doris "Dot" Daigneault; children, David Daigneault (Christine), Danielle Moore, Walter "Tootie" Daigneault (Belle), Elizabeth "Liz" Cooper (Patrick), and Remy Daigneault (Penny); grandchildren, Benjamin Daigneault (Dorian), Allison Swayze (Robby), Sarah Lyons (Neil), Heather Daigneault, Paige Daigneault, Lauren Cooper (fiancé Max Wolfe), Laura Zeringue (Andrew), Lacie Foreman (John), Stephen Daigneault (Valerie), Katherine Moore, Jessica Humphreys (Brad), and Elizabeth Burnett; Twenty-one great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and dear friends. He is now reunited with his granddaughter, Caroline Cooper; parents, Walter P. and Rita Daigle Daigneault; brother, Dean Daigneault; sister, Patricia Cenac; and son-in-law, Raymond Moore. Herc was a man of faith that was devoted to his family. He was married to Dot for 75 years, lovingly nurturing their family together. Dot's passing occurred 48 hours upon his death. Their vows and commitment to each other was a true testament of "til death do us part". As a proud Army veteran, he served in WWII and was a member of the VFW, American Legion, honorary WWII museum member, and Knights of Columbus Council 1317 for 78 years. Herc was a founding member of the CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) softball league, Houma Babe Ruth Organization, and Houma's first American Legion baseball team. He received the Eugene J. Folse Veterans Memorial Award in 2017. His compassion was shown to many during his 40 year banking career. All who knew him were fortunate to hear many of his life stories that he loved to share. Herc will be greatly missed by all of his loving family and many friends, but his family has comfort in knowing that he is now reunited with his wife, Dot. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025 at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral from 8:00 am until the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am. Burial will follow at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery II. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Francis de Sales Cathedral or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and well wishes during this time. Online condolences can be given at www.samartfuneralhome.com. Samart Funeral Home of Houma, West Park is in charge of arrangements.