A memorial service for Robert Wayne Ducote, of Marksville, will begin at 11:00am on Monday, October 20, 2025 at the Kilpatrick's Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Marksville with Bro. Keith Lamartiniere officiating. A visitation will begin at 8:00am until time of service.
Robert Ducote, age 77, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025 at his residence in Marksville.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 56 years, Bessie Ducote of Marksville; brother, James Ducote of Marksville; grandchildren, Joshua Dupuy, Lyndsey Dupuy, and Jason Dupuy of Marksville. He is also survived by 6 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold & Gladys Ducote; daughter, Patricia Ducote; brothers, Buster Ducote and Ronald Ducote.
Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Funeral Home, of Marksville, has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
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