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Louisiana · LouisianaWeldon “Duna” P. Dumond, Jr., 60, native of Dularge, and resident of Paradis, passed away on Thursday, August 7th, 2025. Duna is survived by his wife of 30 years, Valerie Dumond; his children, John Lee, Selena Henderson, Ava Ramirez, Raven Darensbourg, Crystal Dumond, Kate Dumond, Chasity Dumond, and Chantel Dumond; his six grandchildren; his brothers, Timmy Dumond, Eric Dumond, and Mark Dumond; his sister, Christine Lapeyrouse; and many friends…Read Article
Weldon “Duna” P. Dumond, Jr.
Des Allemands · Des AllemandsThere isn’t a roadmap to navigating grief. But Marty and Missie Durapau have found a way forward, even knowing it will never be truly left behind. The Bayou Gauche couple will be facilitating a support group for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one at Life Fellowship Community Church in Des Allemands. The group will meet each week, starting Sept. 4 and ending Dec. 4, providing a space for people grieving loss to find others who unde…Read Article
Mother who lost son in tragic accident, husband who lost wife lead grief support group
Education · St. Charles ParishSt. Charles Parish Public Schools ranked in the top 10 districts in the state on the Louisiana Education Assessment Program, which measures proficiency in English Language Arts, math, science and social studies for grades 3-12. With 44 percent of test takers achieving mastery and above, the district scored nine percent above the state average, according to Angelle Babin, the assistant superintendent of curriculum, instruction and assessment for …Read Article
