Carlos Francis Orlando Sr.

Carlos Francis Orlando, Sr., 99, a lifelong resident of Morgan City, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025 surrounded by family.

Carlos was born September 25, 1925, in Morgan City, the son of Gus Orlando and Lena Carso Orlando.

A proud veteran of the Army Dental Corps, Carlos served his country during the Korean War, embodying a spirit of bravery and commitment which he carried throughout his life. As one of the first dentists in Morgan City, he was instrumental in establishing dental care in the community, serving his patients with compassion, particularly enjoying working with children. His professional affiliations included membership in the Bayou District Dental Society, Louisiana State Dental Society, and the American Dental Association, where he was held in high regard by his peers. Beyond his noteworthy career, Carlos devoted 20 years as a member of the St. Mary Public Financing Authority and was a life member of the Knights of Columbus. His commitment to community extended to his role in the Christopher Columbus Society, and he was an active parishioner of Holy Cross Catholic Church. Carlos also participated in beautifying the city and contributed as a former member of the Boy Scout examining board.

He was a lover of the outdoors, frequently found tending to his beloved garden or casting his line while fishing. Carlos enjoyed playing tennis and kept himself active by biking every day. In quieter moments, he delighted in cooking for his family and solving daily crosswords and jigsaw puzzles, showcasing his love for challenges and his quick wit.

He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his 8 children, Carlos F. Orlando Jr., Ben Bernard Orlando and wife Patti J. Orlando, Kay O. Bouanchaud and husband Madison, Tim J. Orlando, Don J. Orlando and wife Julie, Ann O. Andrews and husband Mack, Nick A. Orlando and wife Stacy, Pete J. Orlando and wife Jennifer; grandchildren, Adam Ross Orlando (Ashley), Josie O. Wallace (Bob), John Orlando (Ashley), Trey Bouanchaud, Stephen Bouanchaud (Elizabeth), Don Jude Orlando, Jr (Celeste), Christie Orlando, Carly O. Cheramie (Chase), Billy Andrews, Allison Andrews, Hilary A. Khalid (Naeem Khalid), Abigail O. Pellerin (Michael), Luke A. Orlando, Olivia Orlando, Alex Orlando, Ann Marie Orlando; 10 great-grandchildren and one on the way; distant family and friends.

Carlos was preceded in death by parents, Gus and Lena Orlando, Wife, Yvonne Bernard Orlando; siblings, Joseph Orlando, Nancy O. Arceneaux, Minniebelle O. Williams, Warren “peewee” Orlando; granddaughter, Julianna Marie Orlando.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Twin City Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. After Mass, Carlos will be laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery Mausoleum, next to his wife, Yvonne, where military honors will be provided by Ft. Johnson Military and East St. Mary Funeral Sqaud. 

Pallbearers will be Trey Bouanchaud, Stephen Bouanchaud, John Orlando, Jude Orlando, Billy Andrews, Alex Orlando, Luke Orlando, Gus Orlando, Frances Arceneaux, and Skip Melancon.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests all donations be made to Holy Cross Catholic Church.