Longtime Jennings Resident L.C. Deshotel Passes Away at 88

Deshotel was a lifelong Cajun who enjoyed Cajun music, poker, and spending time with family.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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L.C. Deshotel, an 88-year-old lifelong resident of Jennings, Louisiana, passed away on February 11, 2026 at his home. Deshotel was known for his love of Cajun music, playing poker, and spending time with his large family. Funeral services were held on February 13th at Matthews Funeral Home in Jennings.

Why it matters

Deshotel's passing marks the loss of a beloved member of the Jennings community, where he had lived his entire life. As a true Cajun, he embodied the cultural traditions and values of the region, and his memory will live on through his large family and the community he was a part of.

The details

Deshotel worked as a drywall finisher and painter throughout his life. He was known for his love of Cajun French music and playing poker. Deshotel is survived by his six children, 17 grandchildren, and numerous great and great-great-grandchildren.

  • Deshotel passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
  • Funeral services were held on Friday, February 13, 2026 at Matthews Funeral Home in Jennings.

The players

L.C. Deshotel

An 88-year-old lifelong resident of Jennings, Louisiana who was known for his love of Cajun music, playing poker, and spending time with his large family.

Pastor Jered Thomas

The pastor who officiated Deshotel's funeral and graveside services.

Matthews Funeral Home

The funeral home in Jennings, Louisiana where Deshotel's services were held.

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The takeaway

L.C. Deshotel's passing represents the loss of a true Cajun spirit and a beloved member of the Jennings community. His life was marked by his love of music, family, and the traditions of the region he called home for nearly nine decades.