David LaChute Sr., loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 17, 2025, at 8 p.m., following a long illness.
David was born in New Orleans on September 4, 1950. He was raised in Algiers, Louisiana. David loved drinking his beer and listening to his "oldies but goodies" music.
He is survived by his children, whom he loved so much. Dana LaChute, Debbie Leavitt (Mark), Denise Holt (Gregory), Delores McDuffie (Dewiott), and David LaChute Jr (Stacey). His grandchildren, Dillon Myers, Cody Leavitt, Celine Myers, Dewiott McDuffie III, Zachary McDuffie, Allison McDuffie, Makayla Holt, Keith Christen Jr, Karlie Williams and Kelsie Christen. Great-grandchildren, Liam Christen, Kreed Guedry, and Leilani Christen. He is also survived by his sister Phylis Gautro and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife Debra LaChute, parents Victor and Eileen LaChute, grandson Dawson Myers, sisters Karen Butterley, Donna Poche' and Sheryl Loudenslager.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more