James Ken Mistric

PORT BARRE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for James "Ken" Mistric at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2025. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Port Barre. Fr Clint will celebrate the Mass. Burial will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery Mausoleum.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 in the Sibille Funeral Home Chapel in Port Barre from 5:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. a Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. that evening, On Thursday, April 3, 2025 funeral home will open at 7:00 a.m. until time of the Mass.

James, affectionately known as Ken, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at the Opelousas General Health System, surrounded by loved ones. Born on September 18, 1941, Opelousas, Ken was a graduate of Port Barre High School, where he earned  All-American honors  in football  in 1959. He went on to have a fulfilling and successful career in the oil industry. 

During his lifetime, Ken was proud of many accomplishments. He was a big fan of sports and he played college football for Southwest Mississippi as well as SLI, (now called the University of Louisiana at Lafayette).  His passion for horses was well-known; he was a lifelong member of both the Quarter Horse Breeder's Association and the American Quarter Horse Breeders Association, where he not only bred but also trained thoroughbred and quarter horses.

Ken was a man who cherished his family deeply, embodying a love that was evident to all who knew him. He was married for 62 wonderful years to Lou Ann Hardy Mistric, who resides in Port Barre. Together, they raised a family filled with love and laughter. Ken is survived by his sons, Mac Mistric and his wife, Shelia, also of Port Barre, and Shane Mistric and his wife, Stacy, from Carencro; and his daughter, Crystal Mistric Efferson and her husband, Johnny, of Springfield, LA. Ken's sister, Sheryl Mistric, also of Port Barre, grieves his loss along with his beloved grandchildren: Danielle Hollier and her husband, Cade; Dustin Mistric and his wife Chelsea; Shelbie Smith and her husband, Alex; Sydney Olivier and her husband, Andrew; Jordan Mistric; Christen Meche; Brock Meche; and Alyssa Efferson. His legacy continues through his great-grandchildren:  Aubrey, Reed, Hayes, Levi, Ivy, Elijah, Oaklynn, Aiden, Lucah, Gentry, Owen, and Cameron.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Ken was an active member of the Sacred Heart Catholic community, where he contributed his time and energy, further illustrating his deep commitment to both family and faith.

Ken Mistric will be remembered fondly for his loving nature, his hearty laugh, and his unwavering dedication to his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know him. His parents, Dalfrey and Gertie Lahaye Mistric, and one great- grand child, Ainsley preceded him in death, having laid the foundation for the values that Ken carried throughout his life.

Words of Comfort to the family may be expressed at www.sibillefuneralhomes.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sibille Funeral Home of Port Barre.