02/21/2026
Paradise Funeral Home Celebrates the Life of
MS. IRMA JEAN POTTS VICE
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God hath not promised skies always blue, Flower-strewn pathways all our lives through, God hath not promised sun without rain, joy without sorrow, peace without pain. But God hath promised strength for the day, Rest for the labor, light for the way, Grace for the trials, help from above, Unfailing sympathy, and undying love.
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On behalf of Ronald B. Washington and the entire Paradise Funeral Home Family, we extend our sincerest condolences to THE VICE FAMILY and express our gratitude for entrusting us with your loved one. May the blessings of the Lord keep you is our prayer.
Irma Vice, a true outdoors Southern belle with a heart as wide as an open Louisiana sky, was born on October 14, 1954, and passed away on February 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She lived her life with grit, grace, and a deep appreciation for the simple, beautiful things God gives us each day.
Born with sunshine in her smile and a little bit of sass in her step, Irma never met a stranger. She could strike up a conversation in the grocery store, on a back porch, or at a garage sale and leave you feeling like you’d known her forever. Her laughter was warm and contagious, and her hugs felt like home.
Irma loved the outdoors — not just as a pastime, but as a way of life. She found peace in the early morning air, whether she was sitting in a deer stand, casting a fishing line, watching the sunset melt into the horizon, or simply sitting on the porch with unsweet tea in her hand. Dirt on her hands never bothered her; in fact, she wore it proudly. She believed in hard work and her hands showed a lifetime of it.
A Southern belle through and through, Irma carried herself with quiet strength and timeless charm. She was gentle but strong — soft in her love, fierce in her loyalty, and steady in the face of life’s storms. She had a special gift for baking, filling her home with the comforting scent of fresh pies, cakes, and sweet treats that brought smiles to everyone lucky enough to taste them. She also had a love for western fashion — boots polished just right, denim worn proudly, and a flair for cowgirl style that fit her independent spirit perfectly. She wore it not just as clothing, but as a reflection of who she was.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Potts; her father, Thomas Potts; and her sister, Terri Smith.
Irma is survived by her significant other, Richard Savoie; her daughters, Kimberly Hudson and Jonie Hasley (Johnny); her stepson, Dillion Savoie; her granddaughters, Makayla Goodwin (Aaron) and Rainee Goodwin; her grandsons, Baylee Vines (Brina) and JW Savoie; her great-grandsons, Jonah Fox and Stonie Elizardo; and her great-granddaughter, Hadley Fox. She also leaves behind five brothers and sisters, along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends who will cherish her memory.
Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the very center of her world. She loved them fiercely and without condition. Nothing brought her more pride than watching her family grow and thrive. She celebrated their victories, carried them through their hardships, and never missed a chance to brag on them. Whether through warm hugs, sweet treats baked with love, long talks on the porch, or whispered prayers spoken just for them, she made sure each one knew how deeply they were cherished. Being a mother, Nana, and Granna was the greatest joy of her life.
Irma leaves behind a family who will carry her stories, her recipes, her sayings, and her stubborn strength forward. Though her boots may rest and her chair may sit still, her spirit lives on in every blooming flower, every quiet sunset filled with dragonfly’s, and every warm Southern breeze. Her legacy is one of faith, resilience, and unconditional love.
