John David Broussard

Breaux Bridge - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at St. Bernard Catholic Church honoring the life of John David Broussard, 81, who passed away on November 2, 2026..

A visitation will take place at Pellerin Funeral Home in Breaux Bridge at 3:30 PM until 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 and continue on Wednesday, from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

A Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 PM on Tuesday.

Father Garrett McIntyre will officiate at the Funeral Mass. Burial will follow at St. Bernard Cemetery #2.

Born on September 29, 1945, in Breaux Bridge, John lived a life defined by service, passion, and love.

A proud member of the United States Air Force, John honorably served for 23 years as a Senior Master Sergeant. He answered the call of duty during the Vietnam War, displaying unwavering courage and commitment to his nation. After his military service, John took his expertise to Southern Technical College, where he taught electronics and communication. In his 10 years of service with the Veterans Administration, he continued to advocate for fellow veterans, ensuring they received the support and care they deserved.

John was a man of many passions. Beyond his commitment to service, he was a certified scuba diver, having explored the depths of the Pacific on countless dives. He had a love for collecting guns and shared his creativity and kindness by making rosaries to gift to everyone he met. He delighted in the simple pleasures of life, whether it was wandering through flea markets with his soulmate, Jeanette, or embarking on joyful vacations, including trips to Disney.

John leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication to family, friends, and country. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Jeanette Menard Broussard; daughters, Jan Delahoussaye (Jeff) and Jill Broussard; step-daughter, Nicole Landry; grandchildren, Kristen Knight (Shawn), Britney Delahoussaye, Lauren Quinlan (Grant), Hannah Dooley (Tommy), Kaitlyn Hebert, Dustin Hebert (Kim) and Ryan Broussard; great-grandchildren, Aidan, Brylynn, Baylor, Beckham, Brooks, Charli, Vivian, Nash, Amelia, Addison and Averie; brothers-in-law, Dale Menard (Maurita) and Steve Menard (Donna); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Yvonne Broussard; brother, Arthur Broussard; and infant daughter, Judy Lynn Broussard.

Pallbearers will be Dustin Hebert, Ryan Broussard, Jeff Delahoussaye, Aidan Hays, Tommy Dooley and Grant Quinlan.

Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Menard and Dale Menard.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to his caregivers: Shelia Landry, Keliya, Ashley, Abby and Patricia; Dr. Warren Degatur; Jami with Palliative Care; and the staff of Hospice of
Acadiana, especially Mackenzie.

Pellerin Funeral Home (337-332-2111) is in charge of arrangement.