Patricia Dugas Broussard

Patricia Agnes Theresa Dugas Broussard, better known to her family as “Nana”, passed away on August 26, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born in Baton Rouge, LA on December 15, 1946, the daughter of Patrick and Marjorie Dugas.

Patricia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, who centered her life around her family. She was a member of many local service and charitable organizations, past President of the Baton Rouge Art League, past member of the Altar Society, member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, and member of the Magnolia Garden Club. Patricia loved gardening, doing her daily crossword puzzle, and doting over her grandkids.

Nana will be remembered for holding court from her seat in the kitchen, dressed up and makeup done, dispensing advice and wisdom, laughing whether she was in on the joke or not, and opening her home to all who needed it.

She is survived by her children, Mary Joan B. Swinhoe, Remy Coco-Broussard and wife Tatia, Patrick Jason and wife Nicole, and Jay Michael and wife Devon; grandchildren, David Rascoe, Codie S. Bryce and husband Ethan, Martie and Shelbie Swinhoe, Bryce Broussard, Taylor Harvey and wife Rachel; step-grandchildren Justin, Kathryn, Alex, Rance, and Victoria; brother-in-law Ben Broussard, multiple great grandchildren, and numerous cousins who loved her dearly.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick and Marjorie Dugas; her husband, James Broussard; her daughter, Michelle Renee Broussard, grandson Austin Broussard, and brother-in-law Paul Broussard.

Visiting hours will be observed at Resthaven Funeral Home at 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge LA, 70816 on Friday, September 12, 2025, from 12:30 PM until service time at 2 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center.

Family and friends may sign the online memorial or leave a personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.