Local Community Mourns the Loss of Beloved Lafayette Parish Patrol Deputy

The Lafayette community is collectively shocked, saddened, and hurting after the sudden death of Lafayette Parish Patrol Deputy Alfred Felix. News of Felix's passing last week was unexpected to many throughout the region, with friends, colleagues, and family sharing heartfelt tributes online.

The Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news with a heartfelt Facebook post: “It is with a heavy heart we inform you of the sudden and unexpected passing of Patrol Deputy Alfred Felix. Please keep his wife Amber and his entire family in your thoughts and prayers.” Felix was known not only as a public servant but also as a devoted husband, son, and leader in the community.

Felix’s friends and family have taken to social media to share their memories and express their sorrow. Devon Normand, a close friend, reflected on their long-time friendship, writing, “This weekend I lost one of my best friends since high school, and a brother for life… Thank you for serving our community, and I know they were blessed to have you! You brought balance to everything you were a part of! I love you, bro, you can rest now… We have it from here.”

Tazz Mitchell, another friend, expressed his shock and heartache, recalling Felix’s role as a mentor and community leader. “My heart hurts for this one! Rest well, brother Alfred Felix Jr. You will certainly be missed!” he wrote, closing with a touching fraternity tribute, “GOMAB #OmegaChapter.”

Felix’s impact extended far beyond his official duties as a patrol deputy. He was actively involved in mentoring youth, and his fraternity brothers from Phi Beta Sigma remembered him as a guiding figure in their chapter. Tributes from fellow officers, family members, and community leaders emphasize not only his dedication to public service but also the kindness, humility, and sense of balance he brought to everyone fortunate enough to meet him.

His mother took to Facebook to share that she was "shattered" by the sudden news.

The community is mourning together, with many expressing their condolences to Felix’s wife, Amber, and the rest of his family.

The Lafayette community has a way of rallying together in times of tragedy, and those who remembered Felix continue to share personal stories describing his character.

Funeral arrangements have yet to be announced, but the outpouring of support from friends and the larger community has been a small testament to the mark Alfred Felix made during his life.

During this heartbreaking time, we offer our condolences and ask you to keep Felix’s family in your thoughts and prayers.