Charles E. "Bill Soupbone" Medlen

Charles E. "Bill Soupbone" Medlen obituary, Plaquemine, LA

Charles E. "Bill Soupbone" Medlen

Charles Medlen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wilbert Service, Inc - Port Allen on Oct. 21, 2025.

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Charles E. Medlen, known as "Bill" or "Soupbone" to many, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at West Towne Assisted Living Facility in Port Allen at age 87. He was a native and lifelong resident of Plaquemine. Bill was an Army veteran and retired operator.
Per his wishes, he was cremated, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Bill is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy Broussard Medlen; their two children, Brandi Medlen Carroll and Hunter Charles Medlen; one precious grandchild, Olivia C. Hanes and husband Graham; two siblings, James "Pot" Medlen and wife Farrell, and Melba "Sweet" Diamond and husband Henry; and a very devoted friend, George "Boy" Ramirez.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, James "Henry" and Esther "Dootsie" Landry Medlen; siblings, Earl "Hosey" Medlen and Joyce Medlen.
Bill was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of Bull Tail and Ten Shot hunting clubs. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis TN 38105 or a charity of your choice.
The family would like to thank the staffs at West Towne Assisted Living and Comfort Care Hospice for the care that he was given by both. Special thanks to Christie St. Romain, Leslie Boudreaux, and John Barbee for their care, concern, and compassion.
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The Staff of Wilbert Funeral Home

October 21, 2025

The entire staff at Wilbert Funeral Service expresses our sincere condolences. May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you celebrate a life well lived!

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