John Winfred Matte Obituary
The passing of John Winfred Matte of Sunset, Louisiana leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on December 13, 2025 at the age of 90. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Vinest Matte, Sr. and Marie Mire Matte; his son Dwayne Louis Matte (Sandy); his granddaughter Kristen Nicole Wilson; and his great grandchild Grae Wilson.
He is survived by: his wife Janelle Marie Matte of Opelousas, Louisiana; and his children, Glenn James Matte (Dawn) of Crowley, Louisiana, Cynthia Ann Wilson (Brian, Sr.) of Water Valley, Mississippi, Jenney Marie Matte (Julie) of Tuscaloosa, Alabama and Roxanne Marie Lavergne (Steven) of Sunset, Louisiana.. He is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A rosary will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM at the Skip Montet Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home (2845 S Union St, Opelousas, LA 70570). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 11:45 AM to 12:00 PM at the Bellevue Memorial Park Cemetery (4833 LA-182, Opelousas, LA 70570).
In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, The Shriner's Children's Foundation, or a charity or church of your choice.
