Allyce Trapp Alexander

Allyce Trapp Alexander, 31, of Baton Rouge passed away peacefully the morning of Sept. 27, 2025, surrounded by the family she loved so much. She had spent the last month of her life hosting friends whenever she could. As she smiled and talked to them, she gave them comfort even though they had come to do that for her.

If she had a little bit more time, Allyce would have written this herself. She wanted it said that she loved her husband, Wilson Alexander; her brother, John Trapp; and her parents, Heinke and Susan Trapp, more than anything in the world.

Allyce was born in Houma, Louisiana, on January 6, 1994. She came from a supportive and loving family. Allyce graduated from Vandebilt Catholic High, where she participated in student council, tennis and volleyball and she was voted best dressed in her class because she knew how to accessorize a uniform better than anyone. One of her great honors as a teenager was being a Maid of Mardi Gras in the Krewe of Houmas.

In 2012, Allyce moved to Baton Rouge to go to LSU and never left. She joined the Chi Omega sorority, and one year, she oversaw the election process for the student government. Allyce was a proud two-time graduate of the Manship School of Mass Communication. She particularly enjoyed a summer studying abroad in Germany.

At LSU, Allyce found her calling when she gave a speech at the Louisiana State Capitol to raise awareness for dyslexia. She had learned how to manage the learning disability herself, becoming an avid reader and student of history. She usually worked her way through two books at once.

Allyce found her way into government affairs, and she became a government affairs coordinator at Adams & Reese. She cried when she got the offer. It was her dream job, and she loved every minute of it. She endeared herself to everyone in the legislature with her smile and kindness. A proud Louisiana native, she was always excited to go to work in the Capitol.

When she wasn't working, Allyce loved spending time with her family, friends and colleagues. She was happy fishing in the Gulf, wandering through museums, playing with cats and going to estate sales. Allyce enjoyed learning about British history, especially the War of the Roses and the royal family. She savored a crisp glass of champagne and a small raw oyster, and when she ordered in, she usually asked for sushi.

A natural conversationalist, Allyce could talk to anybody about anything. She was loyal and sweet, with trademark blonde bangs and an infectious energy that drew people to her. When she sent hand-written letters, she sealed the envelopes with wax stamps. She always gave her friends - and later, their kids - a gift on their birthdays. She was smart, beautiful, elegant and bright. She filled her beloved husband's days with joy.

In June 2024, Allyce was diagnosed with angiosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. The outlook was frightening, but she trusted her faith in God and fought nonstop for 16 months, determined to beat the disease even when the odds appeared insurmountable. She did everything she could until the very end. Her strength inspired everyone around her.

Allyce is survived by her husband, Wilson Alexander; parents Heinke and Susan Trapp; brother, John Trapp; maternal grandmother, Ann Lirette; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. She is preceded in death by her grandparents Nolan Lirette Sr., Heinke Trapp Sr. and Audrey Trapp. A devout Catholic, she looked forward to seeing her family in Heaven, as well as her fluffy orange cat, Quasimodo, and her family's Shih Tzu, Sophie.

Her time with us was far too short. But in a conversation with one of her best friends, she said, "I've lived a lot of life in 31 years. I have no complaints."

As much as Allyce loved flowers, especially peonies, please consider a donation to the Sarcoma Foundation of America, the Discalced Carmelite Nuns of Lafayette or St. Peregrine Cancer Shrine. These organizations did great work in supporting Allyce through her struggles with cancer.

A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 3, 2025, at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral, 500 Goode St., Houma, LA 70360. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will follow services in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery #2.