Ernest Mandina

Ernest Anthony Mandina, 56, a native of Bayou Blue, La., and resident of Thibodaux, La., died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015.

Mr. Mandina was a past member of the Krewe of Hercules, and he worked in the oilfield for many years.

Mr. Mandina is survived by his wife, Diane Mandina; son, Gregory Mandina; daughters, Candice Badeau, Roxanne Landry, Tammy and Katie Mandina; brothers, Michael, Guy and Tony Mandina; sister, Lucy Fanguy; sisters-in-law, Karen and Renee’ Mandina; and 10 grandchildren.

(Samart-Mothe Funeral Homes)