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Samuel Gerace Obituary

Owner of Gerace Napa Auto Parts and a resident and native of Plaquemine, he passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, Sept. 16, 2011. He was 88 and a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Visiting at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Plaquemine, on Monday, Sept. 19, from 8:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at noon, with the Rev. Cleo J. Milano, celebrant. Interment in Grace Memorial Park. He is survived by two sons, Russell L. Gerace and wife Terry, and Sammy L. Gerace Jr. and wife Patty; a sister, Elizabeth "BeBe" Adams; a brother, Jake Gerace; three stepdaughters, Roxanne, Rosemary and Lorena Brocksmith; stepson, Donald Brocksmith and wife Crystie; six grandchildren, Stephane Gerace Landry and husband Damon, Kelly Gerace, Rusty L. Gerace Jr. and wife Heidi, Sera Gerace Lewis and husband Bryan, Tia Gerace and Holly Gerace; 15 stepgrandchildren, Gretchen, Aaron, Steven and Clint Brocksmith, Rhett, Michael and wife Brandie and Danny Tanner, Jonathan, Michael and David MacDonald, Rufus Graham, Brandi Hedges and husband Dustin, Rudy Ourso Jr., Tisha Payne and husband Kenny, Cherie Edwards and husband Patrick; and many, many great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Dolly Wardell Gerace; second wife, Kaydonna Hill Gerace; parents, Russell and Seraphine Graffagnino Gerace; four brothers and five sisters. He was a member and past Grand Knight with the Knights of Columbus, Chairman of Workforce Investment Act, Chamber of Commerce, Elks Lodge 1398 and numerous other organizations. He was the Iberville Parish Citizen of the Year 2005 and 2009 Grand Marshall of the Acadian Festival Parade. He took great pride in cooking and the Gerace Auto Parts Pups softball team. Please share sympathies, condolences, and memories online at www.wilbertservices.com.

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Published by The Advocate on Sep. 18, 2011.

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Linda and Thomas Melancon

September 22, 2011

We are very sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kent Himel

September 20, 2011

Sammy and Russel, I'm very sorry for your loss. Even though I hadn't seen your dad in years, I picture him sitting by me at a Napa meeting like it was yesterday. What a fine man he was. My dad can't get around very much or he surely would have been there with you. My family all send our deepest sympathies and prayers.

Joe and Dotty Ann Vincent

September 19, 2011

Sammy and Russel I was so sorry to learn of your Dad passing. You'll are in our thoughts and prayers.

Deacon Mike Agnello

September 19, 2011

Sammy and Russell, I am saddened to learn of Mr.Sam's death. He was a gentleman whose roots taught him that his word is his bond. I will always remember him as a friend. Know that you are all in our prayers. As a fellow NAPA Jobber, he always made a good impression on me and I know he was a good role model for you guys and your families.

Wanda Joffrion

September 19, 2011

Russell and Sammy,

I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Sam's death. He was such a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this special time.

Bubby Dupont

September 19, 2011

Russell and Sammy,
Your loss is shared by many in Plaquemine and Iberville Parish. Mr. Sam was one who always had pride in himself and his surroundings. He would always have an idea how to improve something and make it better.
God has a special place for those who always sought to improve their lives and the lives of those around them. And, without a doubt, Mr. Sam is there working on a way to make it better!
God Bless Mr. Sam and his entire family,

Valerie Tanner

September 19, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Mr. Sam was a great man and always had a smile for everyone.
- Don and Valerie

Shelby Blanchard

September 19, 2011

Russel & Sammie
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a good man. He will be missed.

Tommy & Lois Viguet

September 19, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mike Spalding

September 19, 2011

Russell & Sammy,
Joyce and I are so sorry to hear about your dad's passing.
Your dad always treated the NAPA factory reps as family and we thought the world of him not only as a store owner but as a friend and mentor. I have a ton of wonderful memories that include many great meals at your home. Do you remember the time that several reps and DC people after work at your dads sitting out in the carport, swinging, having cocktails when the swing broke.
I remember your dad saying with out missing a beat "well you broke it, go get the latter and fix it!" Your family is in our prayers and may God Bless You All.

Frank Perkins

September 19, 2011

Sammy and Russell. Mr. Sam has a special place in my heart. I will always remember how he said my name when he saw me as if seeing me was a pleasant surprise. Your father lived a good life and was a good man. My sincere best wishes for you and all of your families.

Glenn Falgoust

September 19, 2011

Condolences to the family of Sam Gerace. I knew him in business at Donaldsonville back in the 1980s. He was full of life & a great business supporter. Rest in Peace Sam. Laus Deo et en avant.

MARK ( FISH ) ARBONEAUX

September 19, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Patricia Foy-Williams

September 18, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Sam's passing. My thought and prayers are with your family.

MARILYN M. YOUNG

September 18, 2011

TO HOLLY AND HER FAMILY:

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY:
MARILYN M. YOUNG

Sarah Culotta Perez

September 18, 2011

Oh Sammy and Russell I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Sam. I hadn't seen him in awhile but I did think about him often and I always loved visiting with him at Momee's house on Sunday's in BR. My love to everyone and may he rest in peace.

Reba Day Moser

September 18, 2011

Russel and Sammy....I was so sad to hear about Mr. Sam....Please except my sincere condolences....I have fond memories of Mr. Sam.....

Jim Gerace

September 18, 2011

Our sympathies to Sam's Family. Sam is at peace. His hair was on fire exhibiting great character and great food.

Paco Ourso

September 18, 2011

Sammy and Russell, I'm am saddened to hear of your loss. Your Dad was a great man who was loved by many, as I'm sure you know. My favorite memory is when he visited us in Augusta and I took him to the Masters Tournament. When we walked through the gates he was laughing and crying at the same time. I will miss my friend.

Rob Kember

September 18, 2011

My sympathies

charles bouy

September 18, 2011

russell and sammy; mr. sam was the most generous ans wise men I ever knew. I remember him so well when we were in high school his time and efforts in making our projects a success Plaquemine will long remember him with reverance

DD DUPONT

September 18, 2011

I AM TRULY SORRY TO HEAR MY CHILDHOOD NEIGHBOR AND LIFE LONG FRIEND MR. SAM HAS PASSED AWAY.BUT I AM LEFT WITH MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES. A ROBERTSON STREET BOY

Sam and his brothers

jim gerace

September 18, 2011

Jim Gerace

September 18, 2011

Sorry I can't be there. My thoughts go out to our whole family.

DANNY &MELANE GULOTTA

September 18, 2011

RUSSEL AND SAMMY, SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MR. SAMS DEATH.HE WAS SUCH A GREAT PERSON. I WILL MISS SEEING HIM AT OUR VFW MEETINGS.
R.I.P. MR. SAM. YOU ARE NOW WITH GOD AND ALL HIS CHILDREN.

Norman Schlatre III

September 18, 2011

I have some great memories of Mr. Sam, told to me by my dad - Norman (Spike) Schlatre - of them growing up together in Plaquemine. God bless. You are in our prayers.

September 18, 2011

REST IN PEACE.

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