Ida Mae Fontenot Lambert Rivere, died peacefully at home in the presence of her husband and daughter after a lengthy battle with Dementia/Alzheimer’s on Monday, February 3, 2025. She was born in French Settlement, LA to Erroll E. and Nelda Watts Fontenot. She was a retired educator with the Livingston Parish School System. A member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the French Settlement Historical Society. She enjoyed Mardi Gras, going places and loved to dance.
She is survived by her husband, Autry Rivere Sr.; daughters, Sondra Aydell (Robby) and Denise Rivere (Ronnie); son, Autry Rivere Jr.; granddaughters, Jenise Hontiveros (Ricardo) and Celeste Aydell (Dale); grandson, Dwight Aaron Foster; great-granddaughter, Emaleth Hontiveros; and great-grandson, Harris D Williams arriving in March. Also survived by her brother, Gerald Fontenot; and sister, Nonnie Latiolais (Harry).
She was preceded in death by her parents, Erroll E. and Nelda Fontenot; 1st husband, Vernance Lambert Sr.; and sons, Vernance Lambert Jr. and Barry Rivere.
Pallbearers will be Aaron Foster, Ricardo Hontiveros, Dale Williams, Paul Rivere, Julius LeBlanc, and Wayne Aucoin.
Visitation will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, French Settlement, Friday, February 7, from 9:30 am until Mass at 11:30 am, conducted by Father Taylor Sanford.
Thank you to Pinnacle Hospice for the excellent care and compassion that was given and especially Leona, Lacey, Nikka, and Angelle for all the help and love. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, alz.org.
4 comments
Darlene Montalbano
February 7, 2025 at 3:39 am
So sorry to hear of the earthly passing of Mrs. Ida Mae. Sending love, hugs and prayers to the family.
Gwen Fontenot
February 6, 2025 at 9:31 pm
Prayers for the repose of her soul and peace and comfort to all family members. Ida Mae was a sweet, charming person. She came into our lives through Cajun dancing. We became instant friends. It has been an honor to call her friend.
Warmly in Christ,
Gwen Fontenot
Jacqueline Arceneaux
February 6, 2025 at 11:36 am
My condolences to the family and Uncle Autry. This beautiful, compassionate and beautiful woman,(Mrs. Ida Mae) will be missed and loved forever in our thoughts.
Debbie Wascom
February 5, 2025 at 7:17 pm
Sondra, I’m sorry for the loss of your mother, she was a wonderful woman and always smiling and really enjoyed working under her watch my thoughts and prayers go out to you and Mr. Autry and the family may God comfort you at this time