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Obituary For Dr. Alexia LeDay
OPELOUSAS – A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 1432 W. Landry Street, Opelousas, LA for Dr. Alexia LeDay, 56, who entered eternal rest on Sunday, May 11, 2025 in Chicago, IL. Interment will be in Bellevue Memorial Park in the Bellevue Community.
Fr. Joshua Munterim, S.V.D. will be officiating the funeral mass.
Dr. LeDay was a native of Opelousas, LA and a resident of Chicago, IL. She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas, LA. Dr. LeDay graduated from Opelousas Senior High School with her “Class of 1987”. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Southern University College in Baton Rouge, her Master’s Degree from DePaul University and her PH.D. from Liberty University.
Ms. LeDay’s memories are being cherished by: her two brothers, Tyrone LeDay of Houston, TX and Travis (Alana) LeDay of Carencro, LA; three sisters, Tracy LeDay and Monica Fontenot (Dwayne), both of Opelousas, LA and Shamona LeDay of League City, TX; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Idaline Charles LeDay.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Ford and Joseph Funeral Home.
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.
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To the LeDay Family,
On behalf of the Franklin-Dent family, we extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers during this time of sorrow. The loss of Dr. Alexia LeDay is deeply felt not only within our family but within every community she touched with her kindness, her brilliance, and her compassionate spirit.
Alexia was a beacon of love, intelligence, and quiet strength. Her dedication to education and personal growth inspired us all, and her ability to uplift those around her is something we will never forget. She wore many hats—cousin, sister, mentor, friend, but no matter the title, she wore them with grace and authenticity.
Please know that our hearts are with you today and in the days to come. May you find peace in the legacy she leaves behind and strength in the love that surrounds you.
With love and remembrance, The Franklin-Dent Family
Our Condolences goes out to The Family from The Warner Family
Your smile and energy always lit up the room. It was an honor getting to know you and work with you.
This loss is a hard hit. The impact is widespread. I don't have the words to express how it impacts me. I will say she was a class act. She had a infectious personality, inclusive, genuine and super supportive. The word, "fantastical" belongs to her as she said it often. Prayers to all that had the privilege to meet or know her. Her impact is widespread and this loss is as well. I am grateful to have had the privilege of knowing her. She lived a purposeful life. Prayers to the family, friends and all that had the privilege to meet her. #FantasticalPerson ❤️
I was saddened when I heard you had passed because you was a good friend fly high you have earned your wings🙏🏾🙏🏾
I wish you didn't have to leave so soon. I never got a chance to visit you in Chicago. I was hoping that I would but God have other plans for you in heaven. I love you and I always will.I wish you didn't have to leave so soon. I never got a chance to visit you in Chicago, and I was hoping to do so. But God has other plans for you in heaven. I love you cuz and will always love you.... Kathy Declouet Bush🙏🏽❤️🌹
Alexia, my sister, my confidant, my partner in crime, my sparring buddy, my comedian, one of the great loves of my life, I can't understand this. I'm devastated but I understand that in death we are perfected. You are my ancestor now and I will use my life to honor you. Sister I love you forever. YOU and ME will never part. Until we meet again! ❤️❤️❤️
Alexia, I was heartbroken when I learned of your passing. You were such a great friend to me in school (Class of '87). I loved the way you always lived life to the fullest. I will always fondly remember you as 'Alexis Carrington Colby' LeDay. Take your rest, my friend. My deepest Condolences tand prayers for the family!
Deepest condolences to the LeDay family for my friend Alexia. Rest in peace my friend. My family extends prayers to yours.
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May you rest in peace Alexia. Prayers, Strength, Faith to all family members! You will be forever remembered in our hearts!
My heart broke when I received the message that you were gone. Rest easy my sister and let those who read these messages know that we lost a real friend. God be with your family
Lexie was my sister/daughter/friend. She was my student when she attended Southern and babysitter for my then, toddler sons. She later did an internship with me in Arts Administration at the Louisiana Division of the Arts before leaving Louisiana to ultimately moving to Chicago to continue her studies. She was part of our family and we enjoyed her visits home and calls. Especially the step by step FaceTimes to teach her easy recipes. We will never forget our Lexi. Wishing sweet memories to all her families and friends. I know you will never forget her laughter.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
