With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Betty Lachney-Desoto of Boyce, Louisiana, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Betty left this world on April 19, 2024 at the age of 78, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Betty Lachney-Desoto or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by : her husband John Lachney; her son Mark Lachney; her parents, Edwin DeSoto and Yvonne Ducote DeSoto; and her sisters, Emily Juneau, Geraldine Juneau and Leona Ducote.

She is survived by : her children, Dain Guillot (Jerry Lachney), Carolyn Champion (Arthur Champion), Patricia Torres (Buck Torres), Adam Lachney, Brian Lachney, Brad Lachney (Trina Lachney), Abel Lachney and Louanna Ledbetter; and her sisters, Elladean Bryant and Frances Moses. She is also survived by extended family and friends.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and on Wednesday, April 24th 2024 at 9:00 AM. A rosary was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 at 6:30 PM at the Hixson Brothers Funeral Home (445 E Bontempt St, Marksville, LA 71351). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 24th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Chapel of Hixson Brothers (445 E Bontempt St, Marksville, LA 71351).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hixson Brothers Funeral Homes