Norman J. Clause

Arnaudville - A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Pellerin Funeral Home in Arnaudville for Norman J. Clause, 77, who passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026, in Lafayette.

A visitation will take place at Pellerin Funeral Home in Arnaudville on Monday from 10:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm.

Father Reed Bellingham will officiate at the Funeral Service.

Norman served honorably in the United States Army. After his service, he dedicated his professional life to the oil and gas industry, where he excelled as a Chief Engineer.

A man of many passions, Norman found joy in the outdoors, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and he loved to cook. Norman had a knack for tinkering with small engines. His infectious laughter and larger-than-life personality made him the life of every party. He had a unique ability to light up a room and uplift those around him, embodying a spirit of joy that will be remembered by all who knew him.

Norman was a beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend, who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his son, Keith Clause (Molly); daughter, Amanda Garner (Andrew); grandchildren, Alec Clause (Madison), Iris Lormand, Jasmine Lormand and Drew Lormand; great-grandchild, Olivia Clause; brothers, Raymond Clause and Sherman Clause (Geraldine); and brother-in-law, Michael Callandret.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Celeste Clause; parents, Roy and Lydia Johnson Clause; sister, Sue Callandret; sister-in-law, Sally Clause; nephews, Chris and John Callandret; and niece, Tonya Clause.

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