BASILE~It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that the family of Robert “Bob” Douget announces his passing on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 in the comfort of his home with loving family by his side at the age of 70. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Basile. Entombment will follow in the St. Augustine Mausoleum with Father Keenan Brown, officiating.

     Robert known to many as Bob was born on May 28, 1952 to Alvin and Dorothy Lafleur Douget in Opelousas. He was graduate of Basile High School Class of 1970. In his early years, he was an avid hunter, fisherman and LSU football fan.  He worked for S.E.O.T in Lafayette as a Safety Compliance Specialist which he retired from.  His greatest blessing was his family especially his three sons watching them play for the Basile Bearcats and watching his grandchildren play. He will be missed and loved dearly by all who knew him. He was a loving husband for forty- three years to Marcia Hester Douget of Basile; son to Alvin J. Douget of Basile, father to Garret Douget and fiancé, Jamie Poche’ of Holden, Tyler Douget and wife, Courtney of Carencro and Spencer Douget and wife, Crystal of Lake Charles; the joys of his life his grandchildren, Luke Douget, Olivia Douget, Ella Douget, Penelope Douget, Maddox Douget, Megan Breithaupt, Kacey Breithaupt and Alexandra Douget and many dear friends.

     He was preceded in death by his mother.

     At the request of the family, visitation will be held at Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Basile on Monday, April 10th from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm and again on Tuesday, April 11th from 8:00 am until time of services. A Rosary, led by class of 79 will be prayed at 6:00 pm on Monday.

     Thanks to Hope Hospice nurses, Greg, Donna and Christine for the kindness and care that you have shown during this difficult time and Terry Hoychick.

     Family and friends may view this obituary and sign the guestbook at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com

     Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Basile, 1210 South Ryan, (337)432-6726 is in charge of arrangements.