Terry Joseph Ducote

Terry J. Ducote, a cherished brother, uncle, and friend, passed away with his loved ones at his side, on December 11, 2024. Born on August 20, 1945, in Belledeau, Louisiana, to George and Alma DeSoto Ducote. Terry lived a life marked by devotion to his Catholic faith, family, service to his country, and excellence in his profession. Terry was a member of the Knights of Columbus #9217 and the Knights of Columbus #2333 where is proudly served as a 4th Degree Member.

Raised in Belledeau, Terry graduated from Hessmer High School and continued his education at the University of Southwestern Louisiana in Lafayette. After earning his degree, he served honorably in the United States Navy in San Diego, California. Upon returning to Louisiana, he became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and went on to lead and owning Charles F. Buckley & Associates in Alexandria, Louisiana, where his leadership and dedication earned him the respect of his colleagues and clients alike. Terry’s career took him to Dallas, Houston, Atlanta and Baton Rouge. Once diabetes took his mobility, he ended his lengthy career and eventually retired in New Roads.

While Terry never married nor had children of his own, his family meant the world to him. He was a devoted son, a loving brother, and a supportive uncle who left an indelible mark on the lives of his loved ones.

He is survived by his two sisters, Rosemary Slayter and Sandra Level (Bob). Nieces Patrice Robinson (Tom), Carmen Slayter (Bobby), Cheree Scardina (Roger) and Lydia Thom (Scott). Nephews Steve Ducote (Monice), Philip Slayter (Stephen), Jeffery Ducote and Greg Ducote. Great nieces and nephews Tom Robinson Jr., Tim Robinson, Dr. Aimee Watts, Aaron Ducote, Derek Ducote, Jordan Scardina, Courtney Smith, Chloe Smith, Angela Ducote and Logan Thom. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Alma DeSoto Ducote, brothers Harris Ducote, Ervin Ducote, nephew John Ducote, brother-in-law Jessie Slayter and sister-in-law Earline Claudel Ducote.

Visitation will be held at the Escude Funeral Home of Mansura on Friday, December 13th, 2024 from 9:00am to 11:30am with a rosary at 10:00am. Funeral Mass will be at the St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church of Belledeau beginning at 12:00pm on Friday, December 13th, 2024.  Interment with Military Honors will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Roger Scardina, Scott Thom, Logan Thom, Bobby Smith, Steve Ducote, Philip Slayter, Jordan Scardina, David Ponthieux and Brandon LaCombe. 

Family and friends are invited to sign and view the online guestbook at www.escudefuneralhome.com. 

Escude Funeral Home of Mansura, 6608 Porterie St. Mansura, LA 71350 (318-964-2324) has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.