John Charles Lopez passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at the age of 65. Beloved husband of the late Stephanie Holt Lopez. Loving father of son Nathan Lopez and step-daughter Taylor Holt, son of Thelma Tate Lopez and the late George Lopez. Brother of George, Jr and Michael Lopez, his wife Kelly Collins and sister Karen Chaput and her husband Chuck. He was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas and niece Meghan Lopez. John is also survived by his beloved companion Tricia Gibbens , her daughter Morgan, father-in law and mother-in law Jack and Kathy Haskell, brother-in-law Ryan Holt, son Patrick Waguespack, his wife Aimee and grandchildren Mason and Hayley as well as numerous cousins. John was born in Metairie, LA and graduated from Sam Barthe H.S. in 1972 where he lettered in football and track. He attended the University of Southwestern Louisiana and received his B.S. degree from the University of New Orleans in Political Science. He was a 25 year veteran of the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries ascending to the rank of Lieutenant. He was chosen as Agent of the Year in 1988 and had Life Saving Awards in 1994 and 1997. He was a life-long lover of hunting and fishing, participated in rifle, pistol, and bowhunting competitions. He also enjoyed bicycling, running and tennis. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial services at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 on Monday, August 12, 2019 at 1:00 PM with visitation on Monday beginning at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in memory of Mr. Lopez to be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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I always enjoyed working with you on the RIP Tide, you were a great person.
George Robinson
Coworker
July 24, 2020
We really gonna miss talking to you our fellow Wildlife and Fisheries Agent!! I wish we would have known last time we spoke how little time we had left! Well your home now! God Bless the family....
Pete and Pat Bordes
August 9, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Staff of E.J. Fielding Funeral Home
August 9, 2019
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