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1932
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2016
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Leverne Perry Obituary
Leverne Perry , a legend in Alexandria. passed away Easter Sunday. Leverne was born in Sieper, La. January 4, 1932. Leverne contributed much to this community throughout his lifetime. As an accomplished cowboy he traveled the south and even competed in a Madison Square Gardens in New York. Many remember Leverne as host of the children's show "Leverne Perry and the Little Wranglers" which ran from 1960-1966. He had a heart for children, especially those with special needs, He organized the "Horses and Handicaps Program " volunteering many hours to help give joy to others through his love of horses. He also was involved in fund raising for St. Mary's.
Leverne was the owner of Leverne Perry Shoes. He also served as President of the Police Jury in the 1970's.He was President of Amicus Club Rodeo Association.
He became Executive Director of The Louisiana Quarter Horse Association in 1987. He played an instrumental role in the expansion of gaming at racetracks in the state and leading the development of the strongest quarter horse state bred in the nation. He also was one of the masterminds of the LQHBA Youth Scholarship program. He has been honored with many awards: La Rodeo Hall of Fame, AQHA Gordon Crone Special Achievement award, LQHBA lifetime Achievement Award, and on April 9 will be inducted into the inagural LQHBA Hall of Fame.
The visitation will be held Monday March 28, 2016 from 5-9pm at Hixon Brothers in Alexandria and also from 10am until time of the service, at 2 pm, Tuesday March 29, 2016 at the G.A. Mangun Center at the Pentecostals of Alexandria.
He was preceded by his parents Jesse and Goretha Perry. He is survived by five daughters, Sonny and Karen Rush, Julie and Dana Normand, Javier and Jill Gutierrez, Larry and Leigh Lepinski, Heath and Amy Grimes, twelve grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Louisiana Quarter Horse Breeders Association Youth Scholarship Fund. 318-487-9506
To extend online condolences to the Perry family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com.
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Sponsored by Hixson Brothers Funeral Homes - Alexandria.
Dixie Perkins Herron
March 22, 2023
Mr. Perry was a larger than life character as a family friend when I was a kid. He was always kind and humble with just the right amount of strength necessary. Many fond memories of my youth include Mr. Leverne.
Jennifer Branch
April 23, 2019
I used to work for Me. Perry in Alexandria and in Swiper, working horses. He was truly a great man! So sorry to learn of his passing!!
Marie Koelling
July 6, 2016
I didn't know him personally but knew him when I saw him. I found his credit card outside of
SAMS club one day and then saw him in the store and returned it to him. He was very grateful. My condolences to his family.
Deborah Myers VanDevelde
March 31, 2016
Laverne and his family lived across the street from us when I was a child, and I thought he hung the moon. He was a sweet, gentle man, and my knight in shining armor with his cowboy hat and boots. I still have my first pair of boots, bought when I was 5 or 6, so I could be a cowgirl!
He gave a lot to children of my generation through his "Little Wranglers" TV show, and we are all saddened by his passing.
Pauline Hicks
March 29, 2016
Julie-- I was so sorry to hear about your daddy's passing, and I send my deepest sympathy to you and all your family.
Dene Bergeron
March 29, 2016
I just recieved word of LEVERNE'S passing.....my heart is broken...so sorry I missed his services. I loved him dearly and am so glad we had a great visit at the yearling sale in August...he was a genius in the horse racing industry and certainly one of the founding fathers of LQHBA.....a truly great man! My prayers go out to all his daughters..I know yall have some wonderful memories to hold dear...cherish them.....God Bless
CHARLIE BLACKBURN
March 29, 2016
LEVERNE WAS AN OUTSTANDING PERSON WITH A HEART OF GOLD. HE WAS ALWAYS PLEASANT AND HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND IT WAS A PLEASURE TO HAVE KNOWN HIM ALL THESE MANY YEARS. THE HORSE INDUSTRY HAS LOST A GREAT MAN!
March 29, 2016
Girls: It was a pleasure knowing your dad. Hardin and I would go visit and these two guys would argue about who was the oldest. So now, they're together again, probably still having a ball. Leverne was a great public servant and I'm sure he loved all of you very much. He will always have a spot in the heart of Central Louisiana.
Jimmie Nelle Lewis
Sharon Ellis
March 29, 2016
I have memories of being on the Leverne Perry Show while growing up in Alexandria Louisiana. Also, remember my mom taking me to the shoe store on many occasions. Thanks for a job well done in the CENLA community. My condolences and prayers to the family.
Beccy Belgard
March 29, 2016
Such a wonderful man. Always smiling. Always kind. He'll be greatly missed!
Dixie Perkins Herron
March 29, 2016
My prayers are with the family.
I remember Mr. Leverne as a family friend, rodeo star and TV personality. He was always a joy to be around and always happy to see you. Mr. Leverne is a big spirit in Heaven today.
Tommy Eubanks
March 29, 2016
I am saddened to hear of Levernes passing. I will always remember him fondly, as a friend. My prayers to all at this time.
Cecil Myers
March 29, 2016
Leverne lived across the street from us when I was a teenager. My sister, who was much younger, thought he was a great hero and never missed his TV show. In later years I remember him as a good businessman and as a pillar of the community always willing to help with any worthwhile cause. In fact the last time I saw him he had volunteered to come to the kick-off announcement for Willie Harp's Perfect Fit Foundation, which provides shoes to needy school children. I know that he will be missed by his family, but he will also be missed by the community and all those who knew him.
R.I.P
March 29, 2016
Prayers to your family from another one of his " Little Wranglers" So proud to have been sitting on the little bleachers he had on the set. And being able to perform on his little stage at KALB.
Debbie Bolton Thomson
Vaneicia Kirklin
March 29, 2016
I remember viewing the little wrangler show....in which my cousins participated.. Mr Perry was a great Icon. May the love of Christ surround his family.
Lillian Costa
March 29, 2016
You left footprints in my soul forever...RIP my dearest friend.. "Jose" will always miss you.. my deepest condolences to the family..! Lillian Costa and family
Denise Mitchell
March 28, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Praying for y'all.
Patrice CHENEVERT
March 28, 2016
So sorry for your loss, loved seeing his smiling face when he would visit Carl Guillory Sr. Was always sweet and kind...going to be missed by all
Baby Jane Armstrong
March 28, 2016
My heartfelt prayers for each one of you wow what a icon and wonderful person dad granddad just all around fine man. I hold so many memories that i will cherish forever he will be missed by so many. Find peace in your hearts knowing heaven sure gained a beautiful angel love to each of you Baby Jane Armstrong
Patty & Duane (Lepinski) Riendeau
March 28, 2016
We are deeply sorry for your loss. I don't believe there is ever enough time in a lifetime with those that we love. Please know you are in our thought and prayers. What a blessing to have had his love in your life. Thoughts and many prayers to your family.
Tempi Erwin
March 28, 2016
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Jim Perry
March 28, 2016
I remember his show, as a black youth growing up in the 60s his show was one of the only shows we could watch.it was very enjoyable. Condolences to the family.
Bonnie Lepinski Rourke
March 28, 2016
I am keeping your family in my prayers. God bless you.
Lance Key
March 28, 2016
Had the pleasure of running into Leverne in town a while back and getting the chance to talk with him again. Lol, I remember getting a roping lesson from him when I was around six years old on his Saturday morning tv show.
My condolences and respects to the family on the loss of a good man.
Jody Cryer
March 28, 2016
A very respected man with a lot of wisdom, would help anyone will be missed greatly, and prayers go out to the family
Larry Thornton
March 28, 2016
God Bless Leverne Perry and his family! Our Prayers are with you! Rest In Peace My Friend!
Garry Brown
March 28, 2016
Condolences to the family!
One of my childhood Heroes.
Phillip R. Brown
March 28, 2016
Condolences to the Family. From a former Little Wrangler off of Bayou Rapides.
Angi McCann
March 28, 2016
My condolences to the Perry family. He was an outstanding man. The world needs more like him.
Narayne Rougeau
March 28, 2016
So sad to see a local icon pass away. I lived in the Alexandria area for nearly 30 years, and I used to see Mr. Perry from time to time. I lived in Gardner for 19 years so I knew a lot of the same people who knew him all his life. I was very sad to learn of his death yesterday. For his surviving children and all those who loved him, know that he served his community well and left a lasting legacy that will not soon be forgotten.
Gerald Baptiste
March 28, 2016
I would like to express my condolences to the surviving members of Mr. Perry's family and friends... This man was truly a figure in my life growing up in Cenla, my mother always bought my shoes from the " Tall Man in the Cowboy Hat" especially during the Easter shopping season. May his soul forever dwell in the Lord's......
"Tomorrow is the most important thing in life. Comes into us at the midnight very clean. It's perfect when it arrives and put itself in our hands. It hopes we've learnt something from yesterday." John Wayne, headstone
March 28, 2016
Karen, Julie, Jill, Leigh and Amy...my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad. He was an amazing man who I have many great memories of in my heart. Much love and prayers to you all during this time and love you all very much. May he have eternal peace and God bless you all.
Gigi
March 28, 2016
Julie - I am so sorry for your loss. I always thought of your dad as a wonderful gentleman.
Kevie Wright
Trenton Owen
March 28, 2016
Julie, Much love to you and your family at this time. From a former "little wrangler", your dad will be missed.
Lawrence Babineaux
March 28, 2016
His contribution to the Breed will be felt for generations. A great horseman and gentleman. Thank you Mr. Perry!
WILL GRAHAM
March 28, 2016
JULIE, OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME WITH THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER. HE WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR ALL THE GREAT THINGS HE ACCOMPLISHED IN HIS LIFE.
MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND YOU AND COMFORT YOU ALL.
pinkey miller
March 28, 2016
I grew up watching Laverne Perry show. And yes he is a legend.. My heart goes out to the families
Anita Gilcrease-Smith
March 27, 2016
So sorry to hear of Leverne's passing. Karen, Julie, Leigh, Jill and Amy May God bless you and bring you peace. There is no love like the one between a daddy and his daughters.
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