Shirley Franks Fontenot Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Shirley Franks Fontenot of Morrow, Louisiana, who passed away on July 4, 2023, at the age of 69, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, John Irving Franks, Sr. and Veanna Pruitt Franks; her siblings, Raphael Franks, Curtis Fogleman, Josephine Barrere, Lonnie Mary Ducote and Anna Franks; and her friends, Jack and Dean Howard.

She is survived by : her husband Steven Michael "Mike" Fontenot of Morrow; her sons, James Lee Franks (Rachel) of Opelousas, Michael Joseph "Joe" Fontenot (Kati) of Robertsdale, AL and Kevin Daniel Fontenot (Amy) of Midland, TX; her siblings, John Irving Franks, Jr. of Lubbock, TX, Beulah Dykman (Ralph) of DeRidder and Ruth Finch of Vandervoort, AR; her grandchildren, Shelby Lavergne (Chance), Logan Constantine (Sarah Fisher), Cameron Franks, Drake Fontenot, Anderson Fontenot, Ayden Fontenot and Everett Fontenot; her great grandchildren, Evie Lavergne and Beckham Lavergne; and her friend Lyn Deville of Denham Springs. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hixson-Ducote Funeral Home

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July 12, 2023

Anthony Rivarde wrote a sympathy message

“Ms. Shirley's presence always had a way of brightening any room she entered. Her warm smile and gentle demeanor made everyone feel instantly welcomed and cherished. She touched everyone around her with her generosity and compassion. The memories of laughter and the love she shared will forever remain etched in my heart. I am deeply saddened that she is gone but i pray she is at peace and send my love, prayer, and condolences to the Fontenot family. Sincerely, Anthony Rivarde”