Lawrence Alvin Dupuis

Parks - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 pm on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Parks honoring the life of Lawrence Alvin Dupuis, 93, who passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at his residence, surrounded by his family.

A visitation will take place at Pellerin Funeral Home in ST. MARTINVILLE on Saturday from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm.

A Rosary will be prayed on Saturday at 11:00 am by the Men's Rosary Group of New Iberia.

Father David Rozas will officiate at the Funeral Mass. Readers will be Amber Dupuis Lane and Aimee Wetzel Marling. Gift Bearers will be Miriam Theriot and Kimberly Buteau.

Burial will follow at St. Bernard Cemetery No. 2.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lawrence Alvin Dupuis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Born on August 9, 1932, in St. Martinville, Louisiana, Lawrence dedicated his life to the values of family, service, and hard work.

A proud veteran, Lawrence honorably served in the United States Army during the Korean War, a chapter that epitomized his commitment to duty and country. Following his military service, he embarked on a fruitful career as a truck driver, which led him to become a tugboat driver before retiring. His connection to the community was further solidified when he owned the Sinclair Station in Parks, where he became a familiar and friendly face to many.

Lawrence found true joy in the simple pleasures of life, including cooking, reading and dancing with the love of his life for 72 wonderful years. He and his wife would often be found twirling around the dance floor at La Poussiere, or, if they couldn't make it out, losing themselves in dances in their living room. His adoration for his wife and grandchildren was evident, and the time spent with family was his greatest treasure.

He is survived by his sons, Alvin "Boo Boo" Dupuis (Janice), Gerald "JJ" Dupuis (Gail), Robert Dupuis (Rachel), Larry Dupuis (Danita) and Dwayne Dupuis (Barbara); daughter, Martha Wetzel; brother, Allie Dupuis; sister, Louella Verret; fifteen grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 72 years, Maydelle Theriot Dupuis; parents, August Dupuis, Sr. and Jeanne Laperouse Dupuis; brother, August Dupuis, Jr.; and sister, Odile Fuselier.

Pallbearers will be Gerald Dupuis, Robert Dupuis, Larry Dupuis, Daniel Dupuis, Glynn Dupuis and Gerard Dupuis.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Alvin Dupuis, Dwayne Dupuis, Sean Champagne, Trey Bijeaux and Allie Dupuis.

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