Vernon "Fat" Boudreaux was the fifth of eight children born on October 22, 1961 to the late Mrs. Shelia Badger Boudreaux and Aristed "Steve" Boudreaux. He spent his childhood in Marrero where he attended Helen Cox High School and was a part of the championship basketball team of 1976. In his early teenage years, Vernon accepted Christ at Christian Temple Church on St. Ann Street in New Orleans, LA under the leadership of the late Elder James Tankerson. Vernon spent his adult years as a truck driver for several trucking companies including, Chisesi Pride and Boh Brothers Company. He worked faithfully for Imperial Trading for five years until his death. Two years ago, Vernon married his childhood sweetheart, Delona McAFee at New Home Ministries, where he rededicated his life to Christ. Vernon was a family man who adored his wife, cooking with family, traveling and living stress free is what he was about. Vernon departed this life peacefully on Monday, August 10, 2020. Those left to cherish his precious memories are his loving wife, Delona McAFee Boudreaux; four sons, Travis Brower, Vernon Dean, Michael Carter and the late Ethan Allen. Two daughters, Siana McAFee and Danielle Jackson. Grandchildren, Dy'Nasti McAFee, Travis Broussard, Tyron Broussard, King Dean and Makaira Dennis; Sisters, Dana Burse (Wilbert) and Kim Green (Reginald); Brothers, Stanford, Roger, Derek, Steve (Melissa) and Brian (Shanna). Vernon also leaves to cherish his memory a host of aunts, uncles, devoted cousins, other family members, friends and prayer warriors. A funeral service will be held at New Home Family Worship Center, 1616 Robert C. Blakes, Sr., Drive, New Orleans, LA 70130 on Friday August 21, 2020 at 11 am, Bishop RC Blakes, Jr., Officiating. A live stream of the service will be available at New Home Family Center on Facebook. The family deeply regrets that in keeping with protocol as mandated by the State of Louisiana, due to the COVID 19 pandemic, attendees are limited to "invite only". Everyone in attendance will be required to adhere to all restrictions. You must wear a mask and practice social distancing. Strictly enforced. A public visitation will begin at 9 a.m. in the church. Interment: Westlawn Memorial Park, 1225 Whitney Avenue, Terrytown, LA. 70056. A drive-through viewing will be held at Charbonnet Labat Clapion Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip Street, New Orleans, LA 70116 on Thursday, August 20, 2020 from 3 pm to 5 pm. Please remain in your vehicle.