OPELOUSAS – A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, 693 N. Main St., Church Point, LA for Mr. Joseph Oneal Bellard, 79, affectionately known by his family and friends as “Bud”, who entered eternal rest on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at his residence in Church Point, LA.
Mr. Bellard’s memories are being cherished by: his four sons, Cedric (Valerie) Rogers of Katy, TX, Joseph Craig (Katrina) Bellard of Rosharon, TX, Cedric (Robert) Jolivet of Houston, TX and Corey (Johnethia) Bellard of Moss Bluff, LA; two daughters, Rosilyn Skinner of Katy, TX and Rockelle Mayfield of Branch, LA; two sisters, Gertie Bellard of Opelousas, LA and Virgie Bellard of Church Point, LA; nine grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by: his wife, Joyce M. Bellard; his parents, Jack Bellard and Alphosine Chavis Bellard; five brothers, Ernest Bellard, Thomas Bellard, Linus Bellard, Joseph Felix Bellard and Zachary Bellard; two sisters, Josephine Bellard and Celestine Bellard; and one Godson, Ricky Bellard.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church.
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to: the staff of Lamm Home Health, Med Express, CIS and Jimmy LeGros.
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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Bud, words could never capture how deeply you were loved by so many. I will always remember you saying to me and others, "There go my baby!" You were endlessly kind and welcoming, and I am forever grateful for that.
To the Bellard family, may God comfort you during this difficult time. I pray that He gives you strength, surrounds you with peace, and fills your hearts with the beautiful memories you shared with Bud. May His love carry you through your grief and remind you that Bud's spirit and legacy will live on in all who knew and loved him.
I will miss you Uncle Bud always a smile and a hug.
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