Ray E. Richoux

Funeral services officiated by Reverend Farley Painter will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Ray E. Richoux, 84, who passed away on September 9, 2026, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.

Ray was a devoted salesman in the oil field industry, known for his hard work and commitment. Beyond his professional life, he was deeply involved in his community, lending his time and energy to help others. His love for youth was evident through his volunteering with Kaplan Youth Baseball, Kaplan Elementary, and Rene Rost Middle School. 

Ray also participated in various fundraisers, showing unyielding support to local organizations, including the Kaplan Police Department, the Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Department, and Vermilion Catholic High School.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Friday, September 11, 2026, from 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM with a rosary being prayed at 7:00 PM. The visitation will continue Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 9:00 AM until the services at 1:00 PM. 

He is survived by his four sons, David Richoux and wife, Angie of Lafayette, Rodney "Dee" Richoux and wife, Laura of Kaplan, Jarrod "Pookie" Richoux and wife Shannon of Lafayette and Beil Richoux of Kaplan; one brother, Anthony "Tony" Richoux of Dallas, TX; one sister, Donna Trahan of Kaplan; 16 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen L. Richoux; his grandson, Tylor Richoux, his parents, Evans J. Richoux and the former Egnolia Griffin; his brother, Dennis Richoux and his sister, Gail Rose Richoux. 

All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan (337) 643-7276.