Samuel Hunter DesLatte’

Donald Louis Carlos
November 23, 2011
Walterine Marie Fanguy
November 28, 2011
Donald Louis Carlos
November 23, 2011
Walterine Marie Fanguy
November 28, 2011

Samuel Hunter DesLatte’, 28, a native of Houston, Texas, and resident of Paradis, La., died Monday, Nov. 21, 2011.


Mr. DesLatte’ was the founder and lead vocalist of Southdown. He leaves behind a life of true musical genius and influence. He was a loving father, brother, friend and lover of all his supporters.

He is survived by his father, Roy (Karla) DesLatte’; mother, Laurel DesLatte’; daughter, Ava DesLatte’; brother, Nicholas DesLatte’; and sister, Melanie Davenport.

Visitation will be 12 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at Chauvin Funeral Home with services to follow. (Chauvin)