Published 12:50 pm Tuesday, November 26, 2024

New Iberia– Funeral services was conducted for Harold “Zoddeco” Peter LeBlanc, age 87, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Frioux-David Funeral Home Chapel at 10:30 a.m. with Msgr. Robert Romero as officiate. Entombment will follow at Broussard Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and resume on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. until time of service at 10:30 a.m. A Rosary will be prayed in the funeral home on Monday evening at 6:00 p.m.

Harold “Zoddeco” P. LeBlanc, 87, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024, at Landmark Nursing Home. A dedicated employee of Cargil Salt Mining Company for 40 years in Avery Island, Louisiana, Zoddeco served as a Mine Rescue Member, earning a place in the Hall of Fame for his exceptional contributions. Known for his infectious humor, he delighted those around him with his signature “Boudreaux and Thibodeaux” jokes. In his earlier years, Zoddeco enjoyed tending his vegetable garden and working with cattle. His love for music and dancing was matched by his appreciation for a cold Falstaff beer. A passionate LSU football fan since 1958, he proudly held season tickets and even constructed his own LSU-themed barbecue pit, combining his love for BBQ and the Tigers.

While Zoddeco was in high school, he was an athlete excelling in not only boxing, he was also the Captain of the New Iberia High School football team.  Zoddeco’s family meant everything to him, and he treasured the time spent with them around the BBQ pit. He was a regular at his favorite spots, White Oak and the Lazy Lounge, where he and his friends solved the world’s problems over good conversation and laughter. With a life defined by humor, hard work, and deep connections, Harold “Zoddeco” P. LeBlanc will be fondly remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know him. His legacy of joy and love will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

Harold “Zoddeco” LeBlanc is survived by his children, Liz Toups (Eddie) of New Iberia, Barry Joseph LeBlanc of New Iberia, Michael LeBlanc (Mark Wright) of Lafayette, Ray Hebert (Phyllis) of Orange, Tx., Ron Hebert (Leslie) of New Iberia; 8 grandchildren, and 12 great-grand-children.

“Zoddeco” was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney, and Azena Frioux LeBlanc; siblings, Mary Briganti, Margorie Broussard, Walter LeBlanc, and Leroy LeBlanc.

Honored to serve as Pallbearers are Barry LeBlanc, Michael LeBlanc, Eddie Toups, Mark Wright, Ron Hebert, Blake Broussard, Ray Hebert, Daniel Frioux, and Maverick Broussard.

The family would like to thank staff of Landmark Nursing Home and Traditions Hospice for the care and support they shared with their father. 

Family and friends may sign the guest register book and/or send condolences at www.davidfuneralhome.org

David Funeral Home of New Iberia, 1101 Trotter St. 337-369-6336 is in charge of arrangements.