Edward "Ej" Fayard's obituary  in Carencro, Louisiana

Edward "Ej" Fayard

2025

Carencro, Louisiana

Edward "Ej" Fayard's obituary  in Carencro, Louisiana

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Melancon Funeral Home Inc

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Edward Fayard Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Edward Fayard of Carencro, Louisiana, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edward Fayard to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert Fayard and Annie Mustachia; his siblings, Albert, Milton and Anna May Mohr; and his stepsons, Martin and Gregory Delahoussaye.

He is survived by: his wife Cecile; his sister Tana; and his stepchildren, Cindy, Brian Poirot, Albert, Suzanne Delahoussaye, Danny, Shawn Delahoussaye, Don, Kim Delahoussaye and Richard Delahoussaye (Kim). He is also survived by children and grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, June 17th 2025 from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, June 18th 2025 from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Melancon Funeral Home (4117 N University Ave, Carencro, LA 70520). A rosary was held on Tuesday, June 17th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Wednesday, June 18th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the St. Peter Roman Catholic Church (102 N Church St, Carencro, LA 70520).

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Hospice of Acadiana, honoring the remarkable care and support they provide to families in need.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Melancon Funeral Home Inc



Tue

June 17

Visitation

Melancon Funeral Home
4117 N University Ave, Carencro, LA 70520

Tue

June 17

Rosary

Melancon Funeral Home
4117 N University Ave, Carencro, LA 70520

Wed

June 18

Visitation

Melancon Funeral Home
4117 N University Ave, Carencro, LA 70520

Wed

June 18

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Peter Roman Catholic Church
102 N Church St, Carencro, LA 70520

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June 16, 2025

Diana Greene wrote a sympathy message

“To EJ's family... I am so sorry for your loss, Please accept my sincerest condolences and Many Prayers for EJ and your family. I remember EJ as a very kind, friendly man, I worked with him as a racing official for thirteen years at Evangeline Downs in Carencro. He was always a gentleman, so fond of his family, and spoke often about how he loved to play golf. May he rest in peace... Sincerely, Diana Greene”


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June 19, 2025

Danny Delahoussaye wrote a comment

“Thank you for the kind words, Diana. He truly was a special person. I never met a man so nice. We will always remember him in our hearts. Danny Delahoussaye Stepson”


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