Vories "Wayne" Moreau

Vories Wayne Moreau, 71, of Hayes, LA, died at 8:20 AM on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 in his residence, surrounded by his family. Mr. Moreau was born August 19, 1944 in Orange, TX, was raised in Basile and has lived in Hayes, LA for almost forty years. He worked for Tide Water Boating as a cook and then retired from the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. He was raised in the Catholic faith and was an active member of the Basile Mardi Gras Association. He was a contributor to the Veterans of Foreign War and the Fallen Soldier. Mr. Moreau was an avid hunter and fisher, and loved "passing a good time" with his family and friends. He also enjoyed French music, dancing, and playing the drums. He will always be remembered for his kindness and generosity. Mr. Moreau is survived by his loving wife of forty-seven years, Vecoy "Vickie" Mathis Moreau; daughter, Monique M. Moreau of Hayes, LA; son, Shannon W. Moreau and wife Bridget of Welsh, LA; sister, Faye M. Yoder of Lake Charles, LA; brothers, Kerry Kim Moreau of Basile, LA, Dr. Nam Le and wife Hein of Sacramento, CA and Dr. Joseph Hoang Le and wife Britney of Raceland, LA; grandchildren, Casey Lewis, Kylie Lewis, Emily Webb, Carlie Moreau, Allie Moreau, and Mollie Moreau; God-children, Shane McGee, Brandon Moreau, and Cory Semien; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Vories Moreau. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the start of the service, with a rosary at 2:00 PM. His funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. Deacon George Carr will officiate. Cremation will follow the service. The family would like to express a special word of thanks to Heart of Hospice, especially Trina, Celeste, and Katie, and everyone who had a special part in his care.