Name: Visitation for Jerry Dumas Sr.
Start: 2018-01-04T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-01-04T18:30:00.000Z
Location: First United Methodist Church

Jerry D. Dumas, Sr.
1935-2017
Jerry D. Dumas, Sr., went home with the Lord on December 29, 2017, in Harrisonburg, Virginia while en route home from Christmas Holidays in Vermont. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Lagow Dumas, 3 children: Melanie Dumas, Melissa Shannon, J. Donald Dumas, Jr. and his wife, Aishling Dumas, and 2 step-children: Daniel Crawford and Catherine Clements; 11 grandchildren: Mason Hogue, Carly Hogue, Mackenzie Shannon, Jacob Shannon, Alexandra Dumas, Joseph Dumas, Julia Dumas, Hudson Crawford, Claire Crawford, Hannah Mae Clements, William Shaw Clements.
Brother, Charles Joe Dumas and wife Gaynell Dumas; sister Patricia Cal Burrhus and husband, Larry Burrhus.
Jerry was born in Kilgore, Texas, May 12, 1935, to Alvis and Jewell Dumas. He graduated from Jennings High School in 1953. Jerry received a scholarship to the LSU Tigers 1953 Freshman Football Team but was soon moved to the Varsity Team playing as an End. His commitment to LSU continued through the years to his service as a member of the Tiger Athletic Foundation.
Jerry began a professional career in the Oil Field Services Industry in 1957 that continued until his retirement in 2010 as CEO from Flotek Industries, Inc.
Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2018, at First United Methodist Church, 930 North Blvd, Baton Rouge LA 70802. Visitation will be 11:00am-12:30pm in the Parlor with the Memorial Service at 12:30pm in the Sanctuary.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Revive 225 Ministry at First United Methodist Church.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Jan. 3, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Dumas

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19 Entries

Michele Hale

January 11, 2018

Nancy, I was so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I had planned on calling him the first week in January when I got a call from Donna. Jerry was a wonderful person and I enjoyed knowing him through Austin and my time at Flotek. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Jeffrey Welsh

January 7, 2018

I just learned of Jerry's passing. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Jerry was like a "dad" to me. I looked up to him, and greatly admired him. He set a high standard for right and Godly living!

January 5, 2018

May "the God of all comfort" strengthen you at this time of sadness, and may His promise for the future bring you peace ~ Hosea 13:14.

Frieda Ellis

January 5, 2018

Condolences to the family. A mutual friend, Clint Lee, told me what a devout and marvelous man Jerry was. Clint treasured his friendship and told me that Jerry always shared a personal prayer with Clint every time they were together before they parted. He will be missed.

Bryan Landry

January 4, 2018

Dear Nancy,

I am so sorry to hear this news! Jerry was a wonderful man who knew how to master the most demanding and rewarding element of generosity--the uninhibited giving of oneself in friendship. His kindness and love were an inspiration. Knowing him was a great blessing in my life. You are in my prayers during this time of loss. I hope that your grief will be gradually be assuaged by joy-filled memories of a life well lived and well loved. Please don't hesitate to let me know if I can do anything for you.

Sincerely and with highest regard,

Bryan

Ralph "Wright" Brewer III

January 4, 2018

The Lord's way is hard to understand sometimes, but His ways are always the best. Jerry knew that deeply. He is in Love with Jesus. Now face to face with Jesus, having the greatest Bible study ever and forever.
Jerry is my friend, and I even considered him as a surrogate dad after my father died. I met Jerry around that time and we instantly became friends. Although we had a lot in common, our favorite subjects were LSU Football and Jesus Christ. I will miss talking to him here on earth, but anxiously waiting the day Jerry, my dad and myself will be standing together before the Throne of The God Most High. Thank you Nancy for being such a great bride and wife to Jerry. You are his glory and Jerry was so proud of you. Blessing and peace to you and your family.

January 4, 2018

Psalm 143:8 - "Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life"

Certainly, Jerry placed his trust in the Lord and has now gone home to a better life - let us now celebrate his life with us.

Rachell Castle

January 4, 2018

Mr. Jerry was a longtime member at Spectrum Fitness Southdowns. He came in every mornimg and was always very nice. I will always remember him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Mary Ann Raia

January 3, 2018

Nancy I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He was such a delightful and kind man. I remember how kind he (and you) were to me when I was in Vermont with Rosalie. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Mary Ann Raia

January 3, 2018

Nancy I am so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. He was so kind to me when I went to Vermont with Rosalie. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Rosemary Kasprzak

January 3, 2018

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss from the Flotek family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Bill King

January 3, 2018

Our best to the family. I played against Jerry in 1951 & 1952 for Bolton High vs Jennings High. Later attending LSU with Jerry. Also worked for Shell Oil with Jerry, as a summer roustabout in 1954, down on Weeks Island, LA.

Linda Davis

January 3, 2018

Nancy I am so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. He was such a kind and caring man. I remember the good times we had in Vermont. May God bless and comfort you in this time of sorrow. Love, Linda Davis

Yogesh Patel

January 2, 2018

I worked with Jerry for a couple of years at Flotek. Jerry was a great CEO but more than that he was a great human being. He always took time out to come by every morning and say hello to everyone. He was always approachable and helped everyone in need. When we had hurricane IKE come through he helped several of the employees by helping procure generators etc...that was just one of the examples of his humanity.

RIP Jerry Dumas. Thoughts and prayers with the whole Dumas family.

Lauren Regner

January 2, 2018

To the family and Mrs. Nancy, I am so sorry for losing such a wonderful man! I loved when he would visit the LSU Alumni Association and tell football stories. I imagine he is chatting with Larry Jones and talking about new workout routines and how much he loved Mrs. Nancy! Prayers and comfort to you.

January 2, 2018

Jerry (always in partnership with Nancy) made a powerful difference in numbers of peoples' lives. His motivation was always clear - serving Christ his Lord. I knew OF him long before I knew him personally, and I am so grateful to have him enter my life for several years of common purpose. With many others, we give him over to God with thanksgiving - and pray for the comfort and hope of Christ for Nancy and their family and friends.

January 2, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the death of your dear love one may God give you strength to endure this most difficult time of your live please read John5:28

Char

January 2, 2018

To the Family, I am sorry for your loss. May your hearts find comfort in fond memories and God's beautiful promises for the future. JOHN 6:40

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