Dessie Lynn Guidry

Dessie L. Guidry, 84, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026.

Dessie was born on August 24, 1942, in Midland, Texas, to Charles Dickens and Doris Toups. Throughout her life, she was part of a family whose bonds and memories will continue to live on through the generations.

Dessie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jerry Guidry Sr.; her parents, Charles Dickens and Doris Toups; four of her children, Jerry Guidry Jr., Terry Guidry Sr., Timmy Guidry Sr., and Sharon St. Pierre; her grandson Terry Guidry Jr. ; and her great grandson Michael Chiasson.

She is survived by her two children, Tom (Tynell) Guidry and Doris (Dwayne) Chouest; 12 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren, all of whom carry forward her family’s legacy.

Being a grandmother was a special part of Dessie’s life, and her family will forever cherish the memories they shared with her. With 13 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren, she leaves behind generations of family who will continue to carry her memory in their hearts. A grandmother’s love is a gift that lasts a lifetime, and the memories and love she leaves behind will continue to live on through each generation. Though she will be deeply missed, her place in the hearts of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren will never be forgotten.

Though her passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who loved her, the memories she leaves behind will remain a lasting source of comfort. Her life was part of a much larger family story, one that will continue to be shared through the memories, traditions, and love passed down to future generations.

Dessie will be remembered and deeply missed by her family and all those whose lives she touched. May she rest in eternal peace, reunited with her loved ones who went before her.

Private services will be held in Louisiana at a later date.

Edmond Fahey Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Dessie L. Guidry.