Donald Wayne Dupuis
August 18, 1945 — November 24, 2015
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am Saturday morning Nov. 28 at Nativity or our Lady Catholic Church for Donald Wayne Dupuis, 70. Father Ed Degeyter will serve as celebrant. “Donnie”, as many knew him, passed away Tuesday morning Nov. 24 at 7:15 a.m. Interment will be at Holy Family Mausoleum. Spiritual readings will be read by Anthony “Joe” Judice and gift bearers will daughters in law.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at David Funeral Home of New Iberia on Friday, Nov. 27 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. Visitation will reopen Saturday Nov. 28 at 8 a.m. until time of services.
A native of New Iberia, Donnie was born on August 18, 1945 in Bunkie, LA. He was owner of Dupuis Electrical Wholesale, as well as a professional woodworker. He enjoyed spending time in his wood shop with his 2 boys and grandson. Donnie was extremely well known as one of the finest cabinetmakers in south Louisiana. He took great pride in his work and there was nothing that he could not do with a piece of wood. He was a member of the Teche Woodworkers and held many meetings in his shop. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as other outdoor activities such as remote-controlled powerboat racing. He loved to travel with his family in the motor home and meet new people. He has left a lifetime of memories to cherish from trips all over the country. NASCAR was his favorite pass time in front of the TV, pulling for Jimmie Johnson every weekend. He was honorably discharged from the United States National Guard after 6 years of service.
Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife of 46 years, Elizabeth “Betty” Judice Dupuis. She never left his side and gave him the most devout care that anyone could hope for. She is truly an inspiration. He is also survived by his 2 sons, Randall A. Dupuis and wife Catrina Dupuis of New Iberia, Chad A. Dupuis and wife Abby A. Dupuis of Lewisville, TX, 2 cherished grandkids, Andrew John Dupuis and Savannah Ann Dupuis, His mother Ruth Johnson Dupuis of New Iberia, and last but certainly not least his faithful dog Lester.
He was preceded in death by his father Andrew Dupuis of New Iberia, paternal grandparents Andre and Adevina Latiolais Dupuis of Cecilia; maternal grandparents David and Alice Bettevy Johnson of Evergreen, LA.
He will be laid to eternal rest in a solid oak casket, lovingly hand crafted by his 2 sons. Daughters in law also assisted in the making.
Pallbearers will be Randall and Chad Dupuis, James “Jimmie” Mouret, Samuel Louviere, Thomas J. Mire and his cousin Darrel Jans.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Ricky Frederick, Brothers in law Anthony “Joe” Judice, Robert Judice Sr. and Travis Miller.
The family would like to express a very special thank you to Dr. Carl Ditch, Dr. Gerard Sigue, Dr. Paul Gulotta Jr. and Dr. Jason Morvant. In addition, to all his friends at Fresenius Kidney Dialysis Center, 2nd and 3rd floors of Iberia Medical Center for the compassionate care that they so graciously gave. In the final days of his life, he received the very best of care from New Iberia Manor North and Heart of Hospice. These folks are beyond special and are a blessing to all that they serve.
In lieu of flowers the family would like donations in Donnie’s name to Heart of Hospice, 201 West Vermillion Street, Lafayette, LA 70501.
Family and friends wishing to express condolences can visit Mr. Dupuis’s memorial page at www.davidfuneralhome.org.
David Funeral Home, 1101 Trotter St, New Iberia, LA 70563 is in charge of arrangements.
Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Friday, November 27, 2015
4:00 - 9:00 pm (Central time)
David Funeral Home of New Iberia
Rosary
Friday, November 27, 2015
Starts at 7:00 pm (Central time)
David Funeral Home of New Iberia
Visitation
Saturday, November 28, 2015
8:00 - 9:30 am (Central time)
David Funeral Home of New Iberia
Catholic Mass
Saturday, November 28, 2015
Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)
Nativity of Our Lady Catholic Church
Burial
Saturday, November 28, 2015
Starts at 11:30 am (Central time)
Holy Family Masuoleum
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