OPELOUSAS – Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Ford and Joseph Funeral Home in Opelousas, LA for Mr. Dwayne Senegal, affectionately known by his family and friends as “Tripe”, 58, who entered eternal rest on Monday, July 14, 2025 at his residence in Washington, LA. Interment will be held in Garden of Memory Cemetery in Opelousas, LA.
Evangelist Janice Thibodeaux will be officiating the funeral service.
Mr. Senegal’s memories are being cherished by: mother, Laura Senegal of Opelousas, LA; one son, Dylan Mallet of Lafayette, LA; one brother, Christopher (Carol) Sam of Houston, TX; three sisters, Dedra Senegal of Opelousas, LA, Amy Conaway and Ursula Hardeman (D’Andre), both of Houston, TX; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by: parents, Murphy and Mary Parrish; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Senegal; and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Parrish.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 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.
Allow me to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of my homie Tripe. There are too many stories to mention, countless nights playing pool, shooting hoops at the park until it closed. Those memories will always hold a special place. I will miss you big homie. Rest in Heaven Peace!
The Senegal Family has my Deepest Condolences in the loss of Dwayne. He was one of my first students at North Elementary. He was a very good student. A little mischievous sometimes. My Prayer is that God will comfort a d strengthen you all as you go through your hour of Bereavement. Be Blessed!🙏🙏🌹🙏🙏 Sincerely, Evavattae Greene Rodney
Praying For Dedra and her family during this tough time of the loss of your brother. May God, give you comfort and healing.
Dwayne was one of my students at North Elementary, and I remember him so much. I extend my deepest condolences to Laura and her family. RIP Dwayne.
I am Praying Mightily for the Family. May God continue to Bless, and Keep you during your time of bereavement. Lean, and depend on God to see you through.
May peace and comfort be with you and your family at this difficult time.
Dedra I'm sorry for the loss of your brother. I can't imagine what you're going through, but know you and your family are in my prayers.
My sincere condolences to the Senegal and Parrish family. May he rest in peace.
R.I.P MY HOMIE LOTS OF FUN AND MEMORIES WITH THIS GUY.GONNA MISS YOU CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY
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