Mary Silverine Monette

Antee

Mary Silverine Monette Antee was born on May 5, 1944, in Cloutierville, Louisiana, to the late Edness Angelo Monette and Agnes LaCour Monette. She was the youngest of eight children.

Her faith was an important part of her life from the very beginning. At St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Cloutierville, Louisiana, Mary received the Sacraments of Baptism, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation, and later celebrated the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. She remained a devoted Catholic throughout her life.

Mary met the love of her life, William Antee, Sr., and the two were united in marriage on December 29, 1964. Their union was blessed with four children: Mary Donna Antee, William Antee, Jr. (Alexia), Barry Antee (Tina), and Jennifer Below (Gregory).

Mary’s greatest blessings were her family and the generations that followed. She leaves to cherish the memory of her loving husband, William Antee, Sr.; her children, Mary Donna Antee, Barry Antee (Tina), and Jennifer Below (Gregory); nine grandchildren: Matthew Antee, William Antee III (Kelsey), Nicholas Antee (Tasha), Adrian Below (Kierra), Meghan Grice (Charles), Zachary Antee (Salena), Hannah Antee, Victoria Waddell, and Ashlyn Below; twelve great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews, who will carry her love and legacy forward.

Mary found joy in the simple pleasures of life, especially cooking and baking. Through her time in the kitchen, she shared more than meals; she shared love, warmth, and memories that her family will treasure for years to come.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Edness Angelo Monette and Agnes LaCour Monette; her six brothers, Edness “Sonny” Monette, Jr., Henry Monette, James Monette, Joseph Monette, Donald “Panky” Monette, and Ellis Monette; her sister, Mable Metoyer; and her son, William Antee, Jr.

Mary devoted her life to serving God and her community. A faithful and dedicated member of the Christian Mothers for over 50 years, she demonstrated an unwavering commitment to her Catholic faith. Her devotion to the Church and her service to others were a testament to the values she held dear.

Mary leaves behind a legacy rooted in faith, family, love, and devotion. Though her presence will be deeply missed, the lessons she taught, the love she gave, and the memories she created will live on through the many lives she touched. Her life was a blessing to her family, and her memory will forever remain in their hearts.