Guidry Funeral Home, Inc.

06/15/2026

I was just wanted to take a moment to explain to everyone that Guidry Funeral Home has been a payment drop off point for Security Plan insurance for the past 40+ years. We are in no way affiliated with Security Plan insurance company. We have only collected the premiums and held them here for a local agent to pick them up for the convenience of their policy holders.

04/13/2026

Our website has been updated. All of the information is there in an easier to navigate format.

Guidry Funeral Home offers compassionate funeral services & grief support. Contact us for preplanning options to honor your loved ones.

12/19/2024

It is crucial to keep life insurance beneficiaries up to date, as this ensures that the intended recipients will receive the benefits in the event of the policyholder's death. Life circumstances can change over time, such as marriage, divorce, the birth of children, or the passing of a loved one, which can all impact who should be listed as the beneficiary. Failing to update these details can lead to legal complications or the wrong person receiving the benefits. Similarly, veterans should ensure that their discharge papers are readily accessible. These documents are vital for surviving family members to access veterans' benefits, such as life insurance, pension, or burial rights. Having these papers organized and easily found can provide peace of mind during a difficult time and streamline the process of claiming entitled benefits. Both life insurance updates and keeping discharge papers on hand are simple steps that can provide critical support to loved ones when they need it most. Call us at 337-684-5488 if you have any questions.

01/06/2024

In Roman times, a soldier wore a cape or cloak called the pallium. In medieval times the term pallium was shortened to pall, and Christians would use a pall to cover their loved ones when burying them. Thus, the term pallbearer is used to signify someone who “bears” the coffin which the pall covers.

10/30/2023

Our phones are back up.

05/03/2023

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According to statistics, it's believed that the annual funeral market is currently worth about $20 billion. Additionally, it's believed that there are about 2.4 million funerals taking place each year in the United States. Yet, although it might seem to be a macabre subject, the history behind...

03/29/2023

Why is our vehicle called a hearse?

The word "hearse" actually comes from the Middle English word "herse", which meant placing a type of candelabra atop a coffin in ancient times. In the 17th century, though, the word became associated with the horse drawn carriages that transported the deceased to the burial grounds.

11/18/2022

Come out and visit us at the Health Information Fair Nobember 28, 2022 from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Church Point Community Center.