Michel

Martin, Jr.

Michel Martin, Jr., age 93 passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on September 21, 2026. He was a resident of Lutcher, LA.

Michel farmed sugarcane for a living and served in the Army in his early years. He enjoyed gardening and always had the most beautiful roses and bougainvillea. He was an avid LSU fan and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially at his camp in Grand Isle.

He is survived by his children, Cathy Martin, Sheila Zimmer (Byron), Tammy Roussel (Danny), Kimbo Martin (Kelly), and Lane Martin (Kristie); ten grandchildren, Dustin Zimmer (Danielle), Daphne Dicharry (Michael), Kara Lear (Jonathon), Candi Mitchell (Joel), Sandi Keller, Joshua, Jordan, and Jayden Martin, and Hunter and Jace Martin; and twelve great-grandchildren, Brayden, Brooklyn, Mason, Mya, Maliyah, Bransen, Briggs, Brooks, Tenlie, Alexa, Marley, and Maverick; and brother in law Donald Laiche (Gerrie).

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Doris Laiche Martin; parents, Michel Sr. and Virginia Deslattes Martin; grandchildren, Derek “Nup” Zimmer, and Baby Keller. He was the brother of the late Earl Martin, Harry Martin, Wilhemina Martin Heltz, Solange Martin Faucheux, and Hazel Martin Simon.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation and funeral Mass on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at St. Joseph Church, located at 2130 Rectory St., Paulina, LA.70763. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow in church cemetery.

The family would like to thank Acadian Ambulance, St. James Parish Hospital, and Our Lady of the Lake Hospital.