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Melissa Avet Obituary
Melissa was an avid LSU fan, a passionate baker, and loved nothing more than cooking delicious meals and enjoying a crawfish boil with her family and friends. Her love extended to her loyal companion, her cat Mo. Melissa will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her son, Chris Breaux; sisters, Laura B. LeCompte (Scott) and Jackie B. Briggs (Keith); mother, Linda Bonvillain; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Jackie Bonvillain.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Samart Funeral Home (4511 West Park Ave, Gray) from 1:00 PM until service time. A religious service will begin at 3:00 PM.
The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of Leonard J. Chabert Medical Center for their care and compassion.
Online condolences can be given at www.samartfuneralhome.com
Samart Funeral Home of Houma, 4511 West Park Ave, Gray has been entrusted with handling her arrangements.
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Mar
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1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Samart Funeral Home of Houma, West Park
4511 West Park Avenue, Gray, LA 70359
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3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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4511 West Park Avenue, Gray, LA 70359
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