Ellis J. Camardelle

Ellis J. Camardelle went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 3, 2026 at the age of 77 years. Beloved husband of 40 years to Valerie Duett Camardelle. Loving father of Angelique Camardelle (Chad Waits), Patrick Camardelle, and Kaitlin Camardelle (Dylan Bourgeois). Loving “Paw Paw” of Camden Waits and Ellie Waits. Brother of Randel Camardelle (Cindy), Rosetta Bonvillian (Bobby), the late Davis Dominique (the late Meldonia), Noah Dominique, John Dominique (the late Jeannie), Edward Camardelle (Gloria), Roland Camardelle (Priscilla), Nelson Camardelle, Archie Camardelle (the late Carolyn) and Daisy Hebert (Eddie). Son of the late Edward P. “Bay” Camardelle and Clothilde Camardelle. Son-in-law of Olive “Tootie” Day Duett and the late Charles “Buddy” Duett. Also survived by other loving relatives and friends.

Ellis was a commercial fisherman and crabber and enjoyed his time on the water. He was known in his community and loved Westwego. He loved animals and will be missed by his canine companion, Dolly and his feline friend, Hot Dog.

Family and friends are invited to gather at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Boulevard, Marrero, LA on Friday, February 6, 2026 from 10 AM to 1 PM. A Mass will follow in the funeral home chapel. Interment Gate of Heaven Mausoleum in Westwego, LA.

You are invited to share condolences and memories by visiting his memorial page at www.mothefunerals.com.