Katy Wells Denham Springs, LA Death: Community Mourn Of The Loss Of Katy Wells

The incident took place Thursday afternoon outside Gray’s Creek Elementary School on Highway 16. Katy was assisting students as part of her role when she was struck by a vehicle. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but despite their efforts, she was pronounced deceased as a result of her injuries. The sudden nature of the event has left the community struggling to come to terms with the loss.

Authorities report that the driver, identified as Darren Goudeau, 64, of Walker, was operating a truck at the time of the collision. He has since been arrested and charged with vehicular homicide and driving while intoxicated, with officials indicating that impairment may have played a role. The investigation into the circumstances remains ongoing.

For decades, Katy Wells served the Livingston Parish community with unwavering dedication. Her 40 years of service with the school system and the Sheriff’s Office reflect a life committed to protecting and supporting others. Most recently, she worked as a crossing guard at Gray’s Creek Elementary and Seventh Ward Elementary, where she became a familiar and reassuring presence for countless families.

Her loss is deeply felt across the community, where she is remembered for her kindness, reliability, and devotion to her role.

The family will provide obituary, memorial, funeral, and visitation details in due course, as is their right, and their wishes should be respected. Not all information may be fully confirmed at this time, and updates may follow as new details become available. This information is provided for general informational purposes only, without guarantees of completeness or accuracy.