James Alfred Deshotels, Sr.

Kaplan—A memorial service will be held at a later date for James Alfred Deshotels, Sr., 74, of Kaplan, who passed away at his residence on Monday, April 1, 2019. He was born October 25, 1944, to the late Norbert Deshotels and Germaine Hebert Deshotels.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Norma Clark Deshotels; two sons, James “Jad” Deshotels, Jr. and Curtis “Curt” Deshotels, both of Kaplan; his daughter, Karen Cisneros and her husband, John Cisneros, Jr. of Kyle, TX; seven grandchildren, Addrien Reyes, Christopher “Buba” Deshotels, Coy Deshotels, Amber Deshotels, Miyra Bufford, Isaac Cisneros, and Alana Cisneros; six great grandchildren; his brother, Norbert “Bert” Deshotels of Lafayette; and his special friend, sister-in-law, Mary Alice Couvillon.

He is preceded in death by his loving parents; grandparents; and one sister, Constance “Connie” Hebert.

For 35 years, James worked at Unocal in Forked Island, LA where he lived and became a part of the community. He enjoyed listening to his golden oldies record collection. His hobbies included raising pigeons, a dedication of his since he was a teenager. He also enjoyed doing carpentry. For several years, he worked on his genealogy, which he was very proud learning about his family history.

The family would like to thank Bridgeway Hospice, especially Mrs. Mona, Mrs. Heather, Mrs. Crystal, and all who shared their love with him.