OPELOUSAS - Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 11, 2021 at Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, Opelousas, LA for Ms. Helen Antoine Boutte, 64, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette, LA.

Ms. Boutte leaves to cherish her memories: her son, Dexter K. Roussell of Opelousas, LA; one brother, Frederick (Fran) Antoine of Lafayette, LA; three sisters, Carolyn Landry (Paul), Lisa Richard and Tammy Irving (Michael), all of Opelousas, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by: her parents, John and Mary Antoine; her former spouse, Elmore Roussell, Jr.; and her grandparents, Valentine and Josephine Richard.

** Please be advised we will adhere to the safety measures and precautions provided by the state of Louisiana due to COVID-19. Masks are required for those who will be in attendance. **

The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to: everyone in the family that assisted in her loving care; Light of Washington #184 PHA Keystone Lodge of Opelousas; and Knights of Peter Clavier of Opelousas.

Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com

Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangements.