John L. "John-Boy" Verrette

A Liturgy of the Word will be held at 12:00 PM on Thursday, August 15, 2024 in Delhomme Chapel of Scott for John Lourel "John-Boy" Verrette, 77, who passed away on August 11, 2024. Deacon Art Bakeler, with St. Genevieve Catholic Church, will conduct the funeral services. "John-Boy", a longtime resident of Scott, was the son of the late Claythis Verrette and the former Duna Balfa. Born in Mamou, John's childhood was spent living in various cities throughout south Louisiana. John left Lafayette High in 1961 to begin his professional career. In 1966, John joined the LA Army National Guard and served until 1972. He worked at Doug Ashy in sales and during his time there he also worked in sales with Grand Coteau Woodworks. He left sales all together to drive trucks with Swift, until medical issues forced him to leave. In 2002, John went to work with Early's Cajun Supermarket until his previous medical issues fully retired him in 2019. He enjoyed trail riding with the RC Riders, golfing, bowling, watching Westerns, and spending time with he & Jan's closest friends, Melinda and Keith "Brother John" Trahan. Affectionately known as "Papa", John was adored by his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces &nephews, and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Jan Lantier Verrette; children, Jonas Verrette (Amelia), Christy Verrette Benzarti (Benz), Stephanie Verrette Potier, and Lacie Prejean; grandchildren, Caleb Polk (Brie), Alex Polk, Mary Esther Leblanc, Kennedi Comeaux, Khye Comeaux, Landon Prejean, and Carver Mire; great-grandchildren, Iyla Guilbeaux, Huxtyn Prejean, and Hayes Prejean; brothers, Robert Verrette, Sr. and Lester Verrette; sisters-in-law, Judy L. Menard and Karen Hebert (Horace); godchildren, John Blanchard, Jr. and Shelby H. Menard (Blaine); niece, Katie H. Kidder (Erick); and a numerous family, friends & loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents, Claythis and Duna Verrette; sister, Faye V. Blanchard and Judy V. Barbier; sisters-in-law, Mary B. Verrette and Enez Verrette; brothers-in-law, Donald Menard and Wayne Hebert; godchild, Pamela "Penny" Gary; father-in-law, Early Lantier; and mother-in-law, Mildred Sonnier Doucet (Joseph). The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Delhomme Funeral Home - Scott on Thursday, August 15, 2024 beginning at 9:00 AM. A Rosary will be prayed at 11:30 AM in the funeral home. Visitation will continue, following the Rosary, until the time of service. Pallbearers will be Kennedi Comeaux, Khye Comeaux, Landon Prejean, Carver Mire, and Katie & Erick Kidder. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jonas Verrette, Lester Verrette, Robert Verrette Sr, Dwayne Martel, Ryan Judice, and Donovan Menard. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial and honoraria giving be made to The Calcutta House and Hospice of Acadiana. Personal condolences may be sent to the family of John L. "John-Boy" Verrette at: www.delhommefuneralhome.com John L. "John-Boy" Verrette and his family were cared for and entrusted final arrangements to Delhomme Funeral Home, 705 Marie Street, Scott, LA. Copyright Delhomme Funeral Homes, Inc. August 2024.

John L. "John-Boy" Verrette

October 24, 1946 - August 11, 2024