JOHN RICHARD DARCE SR.

John Richard Darce Sr., affectionately known as Johnny, passed away at the age of 77 in the afternoon hours of Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans.

Johnny is survived by his wife of 47 years, Peggy Barr Darce; his son, John R. Darce Jr. and his wife Cristina Godoy; one grandson, Lucas Godoy-Darce; his four siblings, Bobby Darce and his wife Lee, Margaret Darce-Derise and her companion Rusty Derise, Marie Darce Fryou and her husband Kevin, and Eddie Darce and his wife Cindy; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor Darce Jr. and Gladys Menard Darce; and one brother, Victor J. Darce.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date in the Patterson Protestant Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1111 Lia Street, Patterson, LA 70392, (985) 395-7873.