Benny Joseph Thibodeaux, beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on February 22, 2024, at the age of 65. He was born on October 25, 1958, in Rayne, LA, and had been a lifelong resident of the area.

Benny was known for his love of life and his ability to always "pass a good time." He cherished spending time with his friends at their favorite hangout, where laughter and stories were always in abundance. However, Benny's heart was heavy with grief after the loss of his beloved wife, Shonna, and he never fully recovered from the pain.

One of Benny's great passions in life was cars. He took pride in his collection of classic Mercedes and enjoyed cruising around in his BMW sports car. He was also a skilled mechanic, having previously worked at Lafayette Motors. Benny's attention to detail and knack for automobile maintenance were admired by all who knew him.

In addition to his love for cars, Benny had an eclectic taste in music. He could often be found playing tracks on the jukebox, enjoying oldies, rock and roll, and country tunes. He had a knack for discovering new music and would frequently ask his daughter to create CDs with the latest hits.

Benny will be remembered for his immense kindness and gentle nature. Despite the hardships he faced, he always had a huge heart and would never harm a soul. He was a familiar face to many, as he had a way of making strangers feel like friends.

Professionally, Benny started his career in the oilfield but later transitioned to become a mechanic. He eventually retired as a hot shot driver for United Vision Logistics. His hard work and dedication were admirable, and he took great pride in his accomplishments.

Benny's proudest achievements were his children, Alison and Kane, as well as his granddaughter, Maggie. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shontella Roy, his brother Micheal "Paco" Thibodeaux, his parents, Glen Merton Thibodeaux and Marlene Bezett Thibodeaux, and his sisters, Brenda and Doye Thibodeaux.

He is survived by his daughter Alison T. Angelle, her daughter Maggie, and son Soren, his son Kane Andre Thibodeaux, his sister Janice Thibodeaux, and his brother Mark Thibodeaux, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Despite the sadness he carried, Benny had a remarkable ability to mask it with humor. His infectious laughter and warm presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

In accordance with his wishes, a private memorial service will be held to celebrate Benny's life. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Benny's memory.