H. Wayne Orillion Obituary

H. Wayne Orillion, age 75, native and resident of Fordoche, Louisiana died peacefully surrounded by his family on May 2, 2020. Psalm 20:7 "Some trust in chariots and others in horses but we trust in the name of the Lord our God." He was a servant at heart and was passionate about teaching youth Sunday School first at Fordoche Baptist Church then at the Chapel on the Campus in Baton Rouge where he worshipped for 32 years. His love for God gave him a tender heart and a true desire to be a mentor to many and he was most thankful for the opportunities God gave him to do that. He proudly served his community as a member on the Levee Board for the Atchafalaya Levee District and was then elected as president of that board for several years. Additionally, he served his community as Chairman of the Pointe Coupee parish Fire Protection District #4 and was a member of the Board of Directors for the bank of New Roads. He achieved a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from USL (University of Louisiana at Lafayette) in 1968 and worked side by side with his twin brother as a farmer for many years before joining him at LO-VAC, Inc. where they continued to work together every day. It's difficult to summarize him but we knew him as a man of great integrity, a true man of his word, he was generous, kind hearted, loving, wise, a great provider and the ultimate protector of those he knew and loved. One of his passions was sharing his love of the outdoors with those who didn't have the opportunity themselves. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Danva Lewis Orillion; three daughters Joni Orillion Roubique and husband Jed, Joanna Orillion Dickinson and husband Matt and Shelly Rey Orillion Madison and husband Eric; his grandchildren; Luke Orillion, Erica Madison and husband Tyler, Sarah Dickinson Malcombe and husband Pete, Jake, Luke and Wade Roubique and Daniel Dickinson. He is survived by his brother J. Layne Orillion and wife Kathy, sisters Judy Hunt and husband Jay, Gail Bruetting and husband Werner, brother-in-law Stan Lewis and fiancé Kim Shaw, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and Christen LeBlanc whom he loved as a son. He is proceeded in death by his parents Howard Joseph Orillion and Margie Escue Orillion and niece Julie Hunt Perez. Memorial service date to be determined.

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Published by The Advocate from May 9 to May 10, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for H. Wayne Orillion

6 Entries

Reka Stephens

June 2, 2021

He was one of the good men in this world. The kind that all us women want to have. Wayne was a wonderful person. He was so kind and so funny. As a small child we went to uncle Howard's house to see the night. Maw-maw loved to go and spend the night there. We'll she brought Konah and me. Let's just say that Wayne and Layne scarred us to death ( r we thought so) . We were in the bed with Gail not sure if Judy was there and they came out from under the bed you know the rest. How do you say how much you love someone so much. We all loved Wayne. He was definitely a easy person to love. So I love you Wayne as a child and an adult. He also has a beautiful family. We were blessed to have him in our family. Love ya Reka

C.B.Lewis

May 10, 2021

Wayne was a man who loved his family and his Lord. He will be missed.

Hans Bruetting

April 27, 2021

I miss y uncle wayne everytime I came to lovac y always brighten up my day love hans

Holland Nader

January 20, 2021

Mr. Wayne was a second father to me and my brothers and there's no part of childhood where he and the Orillion family are not there- how lucky we were! From coon hunting to livestock shows, cheer competitions and groups of kids at his house and camp, he was always taking care of us, involving us in whatever he was doing. His love for Jesus and people are unparalleled and he leaves that legacy in his girls and grandchildren. He and Mrs. Danva were about the cutest couple ever too:). Love you all and thanks for treating me like a daughter/sister for 40 years! -Holland Greene (always to my dad and Mr. Wayne) Nader

Lisa Middleton

January 20, 2021

Even as a child growing into an adult, I saw amazing changes in Uncle Wayne. I saw him grow in his love for Aunt Danva, his children and finally his faith. I remember the hundreds of times going to his house and he always made me feel loved snd special. He treated my kids and Brad with love and respect. I’ll never forget the fireworks on the front porch, the amazing meals, Christmas cracklings, go cart riding, fishing and that dog on his lap! His absence is so deeply felt, but his presence as an angel is felt more. Miss you Uncle Wayne!❤

Maurice Picard

May 10, 2020

I have known Wayne and Layne since I was 5 years old. I first met them at the little Baptist church in Fordoche they were a few years older than me and I have liked and admired them all of my life. I always looked up to them and wanted to be like them. Two of the finest men I have ever Known. Hard to believe Wayne is gone.

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