Visiting hours will be observed in the Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas, La., on Thursday, October 11, 2012, beginning at 11:00 a.m. until time of service at 6:00 p.m. A rosary will be prayed on Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses.