Melvin Pierre “Coot” Duhe

Melvin Pierre “Coot” Duhe, a native and lifelong resident of Lutcher, entered into eternal life on Sunday, December 31, 2017, at age 75. Beloved father, papa, brother, uncle and mentor to many during his life. He graduated from Lutcher High School in 1961, attended and played football at Southeastern University, and served in the U. S. Reserve National Guard. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and gardener, and he loved sports and the outdoors. Melvin is survived by his three children, Kelli D. Pfeifer (Kevin), John D. Duhe (Angelle), and Jeff F. Duhe (Holly), his loyal friend Ms. Brenda K. Louque, and his former spouse Juanita G. Duhe; grandchildren Benjamin J. Pfeifer (Anne), Emily M. Pfeifer, Nicholas J. Duhe, Jordan E. Martinez, Zachary J. Duhe, Jackson P. Duhe, Brennan F. Duhe, Alyssa K. Duhe, and Brody J. Duhe. He is also survived by his siblings: Vivian Waguespack (Gerald), Marie Detillier (Sonny), Charlie Duhe, Wayne Duhe (Lucy), Anthony Duhe (Lois), Clark Duhe (Pat), Rayford Duhe (Catha); sister-in- law Robin Growl and brothers-in-law Thomas George (Tracy), and Tony Milazzo. Preceded in death by parents William Alexander Duhe and Irma Daigle Duhe; sister, Lucille Duhe, brothers Francis Duhe, Nelson Duhe (Merle) and Mark Duhe (Yvonne), sisterin- law Lillian M. Duhe. Father and mother-in-law Chalmus and Lois George; brother-in-law Rory J. Growl, sister-in-law Karen G. Milazzo. Relatives and friends were invited to a visitation at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Chapel (The Lutcher Chapel) from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, January 5, 2018 with interment following at St. Joseph’s mausoleum. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA was in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com