Antonia Thevis Hoffpauir

Antonia Thevis Hoffpauir On October 15, 2023, Antonia Thevis Hoffpauir, 95, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne, LA, on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at 3:30 pm with burial following at St. Joseph Cemetery #2, Mausoleum. Visitation will be held at Gossen Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. A Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Gossen Funeral Home in Rayne, LA Antonia was born in Roberts Cove, LA, on March 1, 1928, to Herbert Joseph Thevis and Marie Ohlenforst Thevis. At a very young age, Antonia had a dream for her life. Not interested in attending college or pursuing a career, her dream was to find and marry her perfect husband, have a large family and surround them with love forever. Antonia spent a lifetime thanking God for allowing her to realize her dream. On November 23, 1948, she married the love of her life, Lloyd Lynn Hoffpauir, and their 58-year adventure began. She told Lloyd from the very beginning that she simply wanted to have a lot of children and play house. Antonia is survived by her children, Josepha and her husband, Charles Guidry from Roberts Cove, Ignatius and his wife, Debbie (Gilbert) Hoffpauir of Rayne, Gregory and his wife, Carolyn (Mooney) Hoffpauir of Lake Charles, Joline and her husband, Dan Barton Leger of China, TX, Mark Hoffpauir of Arlington, TX, John Hoffpauir and his companion, Jordana Richard of Rayne, Lloyd Hoffpauir, Jr. and his wife, Toni (Dupont) Hoffpauir of Rayne, and Josette and her husband, Brian Habetz of Roberts Cove. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, daughter-in-law Teri (Davis) Hoffpauir, brother, Edward Thevis and his wife, Sally, sister-in-law, Betty M. Thevis. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Lynn Hoffpauir, son, Hubert Hoffpauir, parents, Herbert and Marie O. Thevis, brothers, Herbert, Jr., Norbert, Raymond and his wife, Eunice and several nieces and nephews. Antonia dedicated her life to her children with nothing more important than providing for their needs on a daily basis and teaching them how to care not only for themselves but for all others in their path. She instilled in her children the importance of family and taught them that through faith in God, hard work, and determination that all things are possible. She treasured her children above all else. They were her constant source of pride and joy. Her greatest wish for them was that they would experience that same level of happiness she had known in her life. That wish was fulfilled as her union with Lloyd resulted in a beautiful family of 103 members and still growing. Antonia possessed a special warmth and kindness she shared with everyone she met. Her 95 years were devoted to giving her love to others. The open-door policy at the Hoffpauir home was established when her children were very young and continued into their adult lives. School friends knew they were always welcome at the Hoffpauir's house and whether one or a pack of 10, they would always be welcomed and treated to a wonderful meal. Her favorite saying was, "If your feet fit under my table, you are welcome to sit down and eat." The beautiful Hoffpauir home that Lloyd and Antonia created was always shared with family and friends. Her openhearted generosity of time and energy were shared with the PTA, Band Boosters, Ladies Altar Society and Garden Club. Her devotion to God and The Eucharist was exemplified as a religion teacher and lay minister to shut-ins for 40+ years. Her Tuesdays for as long as anyone can remember consisted of Praying and Playing. She spent the mornings at the adoration Chapel and the afternoons at the bourree table. Her favorite hobbies were cooking and gardening. Her talents in both resulted in many, many awards and accolades. She loved her garden, and her yard was always full of beautiful daylilies and roses. Antonia's proudest accomplishment was being a good daughter, wife, mother and grandmother. The measure of her success is exemplified in a quote from her children, "Thank you Mom for always being there with a beautiful home for us constantly filled with love. Our memories of family meals together, joyful holidays and your love and guidance for us will stay with us forever. Life without you will never be the same. You will be with us every day and we will always strive to make you proud. As you reach the gates of Heaven, relish in the words of Matthew, 'Job well done, my good and faithful Servant, Job well done.' " Friends may view the obituary and guestbook online at www.gossenfuneralhome.net. Arrangements have been entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home, Inc. of Rayne, LA, (337) 334-3141. Gossen Funeral Home, Inc.

Antonia Thevis Hoffpauir

March 1, 1928 - October 15, 2023