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Craig Dupre Obituary
Craig Anthony Dupre, born on September 02, 1958, bid farewell to the world on Friday, July 26, 2024, leaving behind a 65-year legacy of love and kindness that will forever be cherished A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, August 03, 2024 at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice with Deacon Chuck Ortego officiating.
Craig served his country proudly in the United States Airforce. He was a simple country boy who found joy in the little things - fishing, football, and listening to music. His warm smile and generous spirit touched the lives of many.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him, especially companion Rhona Arnaud of Eunice; son Kenneth Dupre; siblings Judy Capel and husband Hank of Crowley, Phyllis LeJeune and husband David, and Charlene Johnson and husband Michael all of the Eunice/Richie area. He also leaves behind three stepchildren: Tabitha Yebba and husband Gary of Clewston, FL; Tanya Eyster and husband John of Lake Charles; Tammy Angell of Clewston, FL; step-grandchildren Jessica Veale and husband Ron, Tyler Yebba and wife Lauren, Kamio and Damian Rodriques, Cassidy Rodriguez and husband Trevor Pike, Brian Angell; as well as numerous great-great-grandchildren, extended family members, and dear friends.
Craig is preceded in death by his loving parents Felix and Ruby Treme Dupre Jr.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, August 03, 2024, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice with Deacon Chuck Ortego officiating. The family will receive condolences during visitation at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Eunice on Saturday, August 03, 2024 from 10:00 am until time of services. A Rosary will be prayed at 12 noon.
For those wishing to express condolences or share fond remembrances of Craig’s life journey online, please visit www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com. The family had entrusted arrangements to Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice.
In our hearts forever remembered, may he rest in peace.
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