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Vandetter Thomas Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Vandetter Thomas (Grand Coteau, Louisiana), whose presence will be deeply missed. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her grandparents, Elizabeth Williams and Ivory Stewart; her parents, Della Stewart and Rogers Thomas; her sons, Brandon, Clarence and Lawerence Thomas; her siblings, Candy Lee Thomas, Brunette Thomas and Ivory Calais; her great grandchild Keeva Grace Thomas; her nephews, Jamie Leopaul Calais and Michael Calais; her uncles, John Stewart, Able Stewart and Ivory Stewart; and her aunt Phyllis Thibodeaux.

She is survived by: her husband Ernest Batiste; her children, Elizabeth Nicholas (Ivan), Charlotte Ledet (Clayton), Christina Thomas, John Menard (Erica) and Joshua Lewis; her aunt Louella Stewart; and her siblings, Emma Abraham, Annette Batiste, Beatrice Calais, Bradford Calais and Michael Calais. She is also survived by fourteen grandchildren; and a host of great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Visitation was held on Friday, July 11th 2025 at 8:00 AM at the Melancon Funeral Home (289 Church St, Grand Coteau, LA 70541). A funeral service was held on Friday, July 11th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Melancon Funeral Home Inc



Fri

July 11

Visitation

Melancon Funeral Home
289 Church St, Grand Coteau, LA 70541

Fri

July 11

Funeral service

Melancon Funeral Home
289 Church St, Grand Coteau, LA 70541

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