Courtney Joseph LeBlanc

New Iberia – A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Edward Catholic Church at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 8, 2025, for Courtney Joseph LeBlanc, 89, who passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in Lafayette. 

Rev. John Okebule will be the Celebrant, assisted by Deacon Roland Jeanlouis.

Entombment will follow at Holy Family Cemetery in New Iberia. 

Visitation will be at the church from 8:00 am until 11:00 am on February 8, 2025. 

A rosary, led by the Legion of Mary, will be prayed at 9:00 am.

Courtney Joseph LeBlanc was born in Cade, Louisiana on July 31, 1935, to the late Benny LeBlanc and Bessie Andres Johnson. 

A dedicated worker, Courtney began his career as an orderly at Iberia Medical Center, where his compassionate nature shone brightly as he cared for those in need. He later transitioned into the custodial sector, serving at New Iberia Manor North Nursing Home, demonstrating a remarkable work ethic and a steadfast desire to maintain cleanliness and comfort for others. His career culminated at Nabors Drilling, from which he retired, then he went back to work for Wilson Janitorial Services. 

Courtney's involvement in his community was profound. He was a longtime member of St. Edward Catholic Church, where he found strength and solace in his faith. Additionally, as a member of the Knights of Peter Claver, he embodied the values of service and brotherhood, contributing to the spiritual and social fabric of his parish and beyond.

Courtney possessed a passion for golf; the game not only brought him joy but also provided him an avenue to connect with friends and family on the lush greens. 

As a loving father and grandfather, Courtney took great pride in his family. His affectionate nature and gentle spirit left a mark on the lives of those fortunate enough to know him. The values he instilled in his loved ones and the memories they shared will forever be treasured sources of comfort and inspiration.

Mr. LeBlanc is survived by daughters, Shirlaine LeBlanc, Marilyn Bodah, and Stephanie Hicks; siblings, Wilfred Johnson (Mary Ann), Benny Henry (Delores), and Eula Rochelle; grandchildren, Jeremy LeBlanc (Christmas Day), Petty Officer Tremayne Williams (Rashida), Paige Lovette, and Augustus Bodah, Jr. (Krubo); and great-grandchildren, Janay, Jeremy II, Cala-Jayne, Melania, Bentley, Sofia, Cami-Jeaux, Kehlani, and Anaia. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rita Boudreaux LeBlanc; son, Paul Lee LeBlanc; and brothers, Lionel Wilturner and Joseph Broussard, Sr. 

Pallbearers will be Jeremy LeBlanc, Tremayne Williams, Todd LaSalle, David Wilturner, Benny Henry, and Holden Cormier. 

Mr. LeBlanc will be deeply missed. May he rest in peace. 

Pellerin Funeral Home, 502 Jefferson Terrace Blvd., New Iberia, LA 70560 (337-365-3331).