Antoine Sr. was born on April 30, 1927, in Opelousas, Louisiana, to the late Frank (Francios) Semien, Sr. and Mary Esprit Semien.  He was baptized on June 4, 1927 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas, LA and later united with Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Lake Charles, LA., pastored by Father Wayne LeBleu.

After completing his education, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served on a Battle Ship during World War II.  Antoine earned the rank of Steward's Mate 2 ^nd Class (StM2c).  He was a proud Naval Veteran and occasionally told stories of the different battles that were encountered.  After receiving an honorable discharge from the Navy in June of 1946, he returned home to Opelousas, LA. and later relocated to Lake Charles, LA. to work in the Petrochemical Industry.

Antoine Sr. leaves to cherish his fond memories, his six children, Gwendolyn A. Semien, Donnie P. Page, Antoine (Pamela) Semien, Jr., Arthur J. Lewis II, Minister Franklin D. Lewis Sr., and Kevin R.  (Sandra) Lewis; two brothers, Johnny Semien of Los Angeles, CA., and Hilton (Carolyn) Semien of Kansas City, MO; twenty-two grandchildren, Tywanna (Alex) Dushime, Jessica (Jesse) Guillory, Christopher (Isabella) Doshier, James Lewis, Jennifer Lewis, Christopher (Nicole) Reado, Tiffany Groves, Joshua Semien, Franklin Lewis, II, Kevin Lewis, Jr., Toccara (Kenneth) Babineaux, Perry Banks, Tristen (LaShonda) Pete, Aidan Semien, LaShanda Banks, Tyree Rideau, Terrell Rideau, Jereka Rideau, Andrea Rideau, Tevin Davis, Darrell Moss, Jr., and Derrec Simien; nineteen great-grandchildren, Greyson, Jermaine, Tyler, Braylon, Ava, Camryn, Christopher "CJ" Jr., Jayanah, J'Nayla, Jordyn, Emani, Tannia, Tianna, A'Mir; Deja, Kenydi, Journee, Tristen "TJ" Jr., and Franklin III, Malik Banks, and Make Banks; one great-great grandson, Carter; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A ntoine Sr. was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Lee Pete Semien; current wife, Mary Ellen Fondel-Semien; his parents, Frank (Francios) Semien, Sr. & Mary Esprit Semien; his brothers, Joseph Semien, Sr., Frank (Francios) Semien, Jr., Rufus Semien, and Hilary Semien, Sr.

Celebration of Life Services will be held on Friday, March 5th at 6:45 pm in the Church Chapel at Semien-Lewis Mortuary, 819 N. State Street In Jennings, LA.  Reverend Dr. Alvin J. Noel will officiate.  A public viewing will be held in the chapel from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.  A Rosary will be offered at 6:15 by the Legion of Mary.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, March 6th at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 2031 Opelousas St., Lake Charles, LA.  Father Wayne LeBleu will officiate.  Burial will follow in Combre Memorial Park with Military Honors Accorded by the U.S Navy.  Face coverings and Social Distancing Guidelines are required.