January 11, 1937 – June 28, 2023
Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Shirley Carroll Mayeux will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 30, 2023 in the St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church in Belldeau with Father Martin Laird and Father Edwin Rodriguez- Hernandez officiating. Interment will be in the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church Mausoleum. Arrangements are under Hixson Brothers Funeral home of Marksville.
Mrs. Mayeux age 86, of Hessmer, passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at her residence. She is preceded in death by her husband, Landry Mayeux, Jr.; parents, Edward and Agnes Laborde Carroll.
To cherish her memory, she leaves behind her four children, daughters, Carol Dean Gauthier and husband Dale, Tonya Kelly and husband Scott, both from Hessmer, Misty Wainwright and husband William from Covington, La. her son, Mason Mayeux and wife Gwen from Deville. She also leaves behind seven granddaughters and two grandsons, along with eight great grandchildren. She is survived by her only sister, Joyce Gaspard and husband, Valley of Hessmer; special neighbor, Enola Humphries.
Shirley has fought a difficult battle with cancer twice and won over other debilitating health issues in her life. Her strong faith and courage never diminished her times of suffering.
Shirley was a lifelong member of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church. She was the first woman Eucharistic minister commissioned to serve by Father A. Molenschot in her beloved church. Staying active in all functions serving the leadership roles for the Sanctuary Society, Pastorwal Council, Cemetery Committee, and a faithful volunteer in maintaining office records, financial business, weekly news bulletins, general correspondence pertaining to the church.
She was no stranger to the work force. She grew up working in the family-owned Carroll’s General Merchandise Store in the rural community of Hessmer. Other work assignments were at Marksville General Hospital, now Avoyelles Hospital, then twenty years as a personal secretary at Prinveville Allen Canning Company, and retired once more from Rapides Regional Medical Center. Shirley was a program director of the Senior Program, remembered by many as “Senior Friends”. Her role in assisting seniors with Medicare, supplements, billing was appreciated by members. She is remembered for her ability to lead groups, plan functions, and organize group travels. Her pride was to be with members of the organization and would refer to them as her extended family. She and her husband Landry traveled most of the continental U.S. Mementos filled her home with reminders of destinations traveled. With her independent spirit, upbeat personality and strong work ethics, she made lifelong friendships.
During her employment at Rapides Regional Medical Center, she was nominated at employee of the month during 2001, and later was further recognized as Employee of the Year. She received the prestigious award from Alexandria Daily Town Talk and Rapides Regional as “Women of Distinction” for the year 2002.
Shirley and her husband Landry were active members of the Hessmer Lodge 612 of Woodman of the World. She received Woman of Woodcraft award, and served as North La. Jurisdictional Secretary for two years, allowing them to develop lasting friendships throughout the state.
Her zeal for life, the love of family and friends were further displayed in her love to entertain, by bringing former classmates, or entertaining the “windows only” group at the holiday. Holiday time was always very special at the Mayeux home.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers will be, Zachary Wainwright, John Landry Mayeux, Jude Pitre, David Ponthieux, Perry Scieneaux, Andrew Bordelon, Glenn Blanchard, Jamie Moreau.
Visitation will be held on Thursday June 29, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and will resume on Friday, June 30, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 29, 2023.