LEA MARIE COLLETTE

Lea Marie Collette, 78 years old of Franklin, La., born in Port Arthur, Texas died on June 26, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her family. “Marie” as her friends called her, was previously employed as a bookkeeper by Sterling Sugars of Franklin for many years.
Marie was a dedicated mother of three and a devoted grandmother and great grandmother. She was a devout Catholic and enjoyed reading and activities with her great grandchildren.
She is survived by her children Karen C. Gorman of Franklin, Paul Collette and his wife Wendy of Franklin, Jamie Collette and his wife Kristy of Houston, Texas. She also leaves behind one brother, Ted Dugas and his wife Sharon of Loreauville, La., 6 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents Gustave “Gus” Dugas and Emmaleen Guidry Dugas, and her nephew, Brian Dugas.
The family would like to thank Heart of Hospice, Dr. Roland Degeyter and Dr. James Hales for their exceptional care of their mother. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family and all who knew her.
Marie, being the special person she was, made the decision to donate her body to science to hopefully help in the care of others in the future. The family will have a private memorial.