Joseph Olivier

VILLE PLATTE It is with the heaviest of hearts that the family of Joseph Ivan Olivier, 80, announces his passing on November 06, 2013 he left this world peacefully Wednesday morning at his home, his wife, Alice, at his side. A private memorial service celebrating Josephs life will held at a later date.
Joseph leaves behind, the love of his life, his devoted wife of sixty three years, Alice Bellow Olivier of Ville Platte. He will be deeply mourned by his two daughters, Monaca Walker and her husband, Douglas, of Little Rock, AR. and Tristen Guillory of Prairieville. He was blessed with five grandchildren: Kristopher Lammers, Travis Lammers, both of Manchester TN., Carson Walker of Little Rock, AR., Emily Guillory and Anna Guillory, both of Prairieville and their father, Scott Guillory of Pine Prairie. They were the absolute greatest joy of his life and they will surely cherish the memories of their precious grandfather through out their lives. Joseph also leaves behind one sister, Mary Ann Fontenot of Reddell.
Joseph retired, with the rank of Major, after serving his country with great honor and pride as a pilot in the United States Air Force. He was known by all as both an officer and a gentleman.
He will now reunite in Heaven with his son, Ivan Reigh Olivier and his parents Louis and Helena Smith Olivier. They most certainly await his arrival with open arms and joyous hearts.
Family and friends may view the online obituary andor leave words of comfort for the Olivier family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.
All arrangements have been entrusted to Ardoins Funeral Home of Ville Platte, 3373632181.