John D. Fontenot

Feb. 15, 1961 – June 09, 2020
Thursday, June 11, 2020

IOTA — It is with the heavy hearts that the family of John D. Fontenot announces his passing on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at the age of 59 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 11, 2020, at Ardoin’s Funeral Home Chapel in Iota.

At the request of the family, visitation was held Wednesday, June 10, from 2-8 p.m. and resumed Thursday, June 11, from 8 a.m. until time of services.

Burial will follow in Millerville Cemetery, with Chaplain Paul Broussard officiating.

John enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family, especially with his nieces and nephews. He was a giving and loving son, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him, especially his mother, Louanna Deshotel of Tee Mamou; sisters, Jennifer Hebert and husband, George of Evangeline and Sheryl Myers and companion, Chad of Duson; nieces and nephew, Jessica Koula, Rebecca Hebert, Sarah Hebert, Adrienne Myers and Phillip Myers; numerous great nieces and nephews; and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Eldon Fontenot; and stepfather, Felton Deshotel.

Family and friends may view this obituary and sign the guestbook at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.