Rita Kay Lisenby

Jeanerette – A Funeral Service will be held for Mrs. Rita Kay Lisenby, 72, at 11:00AM, on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Frioux Funeral Home of Jeanerette. Visitation will begin at 10:00AM and continue until the time of service.

Rita Kay was a lady of many talents, with a creative spirit and a heart that found joy in the simple things she loved. She was exceptionally gifted at sewing and crocheting, taking great pride in creating beautiful and meaningful pieces with her own hands. She also had a special love for music and was a talented pianist. There was something truly beautiful about hearing Rita Kay sit at the piano, playing a familiar melody as she sang along with her beautiful voice. Her music brought warmth and joy to those around her, creating memories that her loved ones will treasure for years to come. Her many talents were a reflection of the beauty, creativity, and joy she carried throughout her life.

Rita Kay Lisenby is survived by her son, Herschel Lisenby and his wife Deana; one daughter, Jalacie Lisenby; six grandchildren, Breanna Lisenby, Braitlyn Lisenby, Tyler Lisenby, Kian Menard, Liam Boatman, and Remi Martin; one brother, Dale Deville and his wife Maria; and her sister, Julia Deville.

She is preceded in death by her parents, J.D. Deville and Vernice Ledoux Deville; her husband, Dr. Ernest C. Lisenby, Jr., and her brother-in-law, Donald Vaughn.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to a charity of their choice, in honor of Rita Kay.

Frioux Funeral Home of Jeanerette, 400 Provost Street, will be handling the arrangements. (337) 276-5151