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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Pasqua
Charleen Hebert
October 30, 2006
To Joyce and family,
I'm the middle daugther of Angelina and Charlie Campagna. Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. PRAY TO FRANK. He is on your side and on the other side. Now, you will find out how strong you can be.
Robert Moreau
October 27, 2006
I was viewing the obituary of a friend of mine from Baton Rouge and
was Surprised and Saddened to see the listing for Frank Pasqua. I haven't seen or talked to him for
45 or 50 years but remember him very fondly. I worked as a movie
projectionist 1952-1954 at the old
theater across from the GHS while I
was in High School there. I was also known as "Big Mo".
Billy Brown
October 25, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dami Gautreau-Minvielle
October 24, 2006
I just wanted to sign this guestbook to say that the very first phone number I learned how to dial was the Pasqua Theatre! I know I am like so many other native Gonzales citizens that dialed that number faithfully every week (with the phone that you had to dial the numbers!) to hear Mr Frank's recording of what movie would be played. I also remember every weekend in that theatre with Mr. Frank and his flashlight telling you to be quiet if you got out of hand. My grandmothers house was within walking distance of the Pasqua theatre so we could walk across the New River bridge with our cousins to get to the theatre. We were so fortunate to be able to grow up in a small town in those days. Mr. Frank and the Pasqua Theatre will always be some of my fondest memories of growing up a small-town Gonzales girl. May God Bless the Pasqua family during this time of loss.
Bill Landry
October 23, 2006
The Frank Pasqua Family,
Amy and I were out of town when we heard the news about Mr. Frank. I can still hear his voice as I call the number to the Pasqua Theater to hear what movie was coming next. To Mark, Marcia, and Sam and you Mrs. Joyce our deepest sympathy in your loss. Amy and I will keep him and your family in our prayers.
Bill & Amy Landry
Gonzales, LA.
ANITA BOURQUE
October 23, 2006
MRS. JOYCE AND FAMILY,
I WAS SO SORRY TO HERE ABOUT MR. FRANK. I REMEMBER ALL THE FUN TIMES I HAD WHEN I SPENT TIME AT YOUR HOUSE WITH SHARON. HOW TIME HAS FLOWN BY I STILL MISS MY LONG VISIT WITH SHARON WHEN SHE WOULD COME DOWN WITH RAY AND THE GIRLS.
YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS MADE ME FEEL RIGHT AT HOME. I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO LOSE A LOVED ONE, JUST REMEMBER THAT YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL ALWAYS BE THERE IF YOU NEED THEM. THAT IS WHAT HAS GOTTEN ME THROUGH THE PAST FIVE YEARS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
SINCERLY,
DANIEL, ANITA, AND COREY BOURQUE AND OUR ANGEL STEPHEN
Gordon Prettelt
October 21, 2006
Mrs. Joyce and Family,
My thoughts and prayers and with you. Mr. Frank has been and will continue to be a huge and positive influence in my life. I thank God for that. His legacy lives on in me and the many people whose lives he touched.
Claude [and wife, Diane] Gonzales
October 20, 2006
Joyce and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Frank. Over the years, I frequently recalled good lessons learned from the way Frank lived his life when I was growing up in and around Gonzales. He was a very good friend and employer. He even took the time to take me fishing many times. And Joyce, thanks for helping Frank be that person; and I am very grateful that your parents were instrumental in making sure my family had a ride to St. Theresa every Sunday. Though not still here on earth, Frank lives on.
Eileen and Randy Anderson
October 20, 2006
Randy and I are remembering your family during this time of grief. I was recently able to get to know Marcia as she visited with us when going to her class reunion. She carries the class that the Pasqua family is known for. Grace, gentleness and true concern for others is what is outstanding with your family. And by the way, Mrs. Pasqua, thanks for a great educational experience. May God bless you all during this time.
Patty (Shonk) Borskey
October 19, 2006
Miss Joyce,
I was so sorry to hear of your family's loss. I have many fond memories of the both of you from both St Theresa and the Pasqua Theatre. I spent many happy hours at the movies and will always remember Mr. Frank and his smile.
Kathy Corbin
October 19, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. I am Kathy Corbin Rener, Bonnie and Lorine's youngest daughter. Our family trips to Louisiana were always an adventure and your family always made us feel welcome. Your family will be in my prayers.
Gordon Young
October 19, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Pasqua family. Frank was one of the greatest guys that I ever knew. He was loved and respected by all that knew him. May God be with Joyce and the children.
Eileen "tut" Decoteau
October 19, 2006
After watching the news last night, my husband, Sam, asked, "When was the last time you felt life was simple". I couldn't come up with an answer for him, but right before I went to sleep, I thought.....life was simple when I rode my bike to the Pasqua Theater. I didn't fear the ride. I didn't lock my bike. My parents knew Mr. Frank was there with his flashlight. I especially remember watching Blue Hawaii and staying for more than one showing.
This morning I read that Mr. Frank had left us. To the Pasqua family, please know that your light has shone on generations and continues to remind us of a simpler time. For that we thank you.
Lindsay Hawthorne
October 19, 2006
My prayers are with the Pasqua family during this difficult time.
Charlene Bercegeay Parker
October 19, 2006
Condolences and sympathies to the Pasqua family. Mr. Pasqua leaves, us, Ascension parish, with many fond memories, many of which was our 1st experience of a movie theatre. Continued blessings for Mrs. Joyce, who I have always treasured for my education.
Dorothy (Parker) Deranger
October 19, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the entire Pasqua family. You have touched so many lives with your giving. I, too, have many happy memories of the Pasqua Theater. The entire Pasqua family are some of the sweetest people I have ever known. May God give you comfort and peace in this troubling time. I know all of the people of Gonzales will miss Mr. Pasqua. Sincerely,
Shelia Smith Nobles
October 19, 2006
Please accept my sincere condolences at the loss of Mr. Frank. I too have the pleasure of having the good memories of growing up in Gonzales and the Pasque Theater from my youth. From my first introduction of Elvis to the hero's of my youth of John Wayne, Paul Newman and Robert Redford, the Pasque Theater always comes to mind. I met Mr. Frank through my grandfather, Floyd Melancon and knew I had to be on my best behavior while at the theater if I wanted to come back the next week. Again, my sincere condolences for your loss.
GERALD & CHERRIE BOURGEOIS
October 19, 2006
MS. JOYCE AND THE PASQUA FAMILY,
YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. WE WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS.
Vickie Duplessis Pitre
October 19, 2006
Mrs. Joyce and family,
My sincere condolences to you. Mr. Frank was a wonderful man, and I will always remember him with a great big smile. Pasqua Theatre was a very big part of my childhood that has some good memories. Thanks Mr Frank. May God Bless You.
Laura Jo Rener Fearn
October 19, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family.
My parents were Bonnie and Lorine Rener of Dallas. My family still talks about our vaction to Gonzales when we were so much younger. What great trips those were. I never stayed at you all house but Paula and the younger children did.
I am sorry to hear about your lose and will keep you in my prayers.
Glen & Catherine Gonzales
October 19, 2006
We are sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the Pasqua Family.
Rev. Don & Sandy Medernach
October 19, 2006
Mrs. Joyce, Sam and the family,
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
LOIS PATTERSON
October 19, 2006
To Sam & Claire,
I am very sorry for you'll lost because, I know it was a great lost. I will keep you'll in my thoughts and prayer. Sam your father touched many hearts in his life we thank God for the favor for putting him into our lifes.
You'll have my deepest sympathy. Tell Mrs. Pearl it is all good with God. Be Blessed and keep the Faith.
Marc Daigle
October 19, 2006
Ms. Pasqua,
It is with great regret that we have lost one of the nicest gentleman in the Parish of Ascension. I continue to read the Advocate to keep me updated with the local news. The obituary is a site that I visit and sometimes I'm startled by the names. This is one of those occasions. Mr. Frank will be sadly missed and I have been blessed with knowing both of you. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Marc E. Daigle
St. Paul Park
Minnesota
billy berteau
October 18, 2006
please accept our deepest sympathy to all the family billy and stanley berteau
From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home
October 19, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Kern K. Kernan
October 18, 2006
Joyce Marie Landry Pasqua:
I join you in deep sorrow over our mutual loss. My recollections of both you and Frankie, despite my long absence from Gonzales, are as vivid today as the day each event occurred. For example, I recall that Norris Rushing and I, trumpeters like Frankie, each agreed that Frankie was the "best". I remember your own interest in local "sandlot" (meaning to us, "unsupervised") baseball games, and your challenging intellect throughout our conjoined Gonzales school curriculum. (I believe, but do not know, that at some point you dropped one of your first names, but to me you will always be "Joyce Marie".) Frankie's father, Sam, was one of my first employers who hired me as an "usher" and "popcorn" maker at both what was then known as the "Pasqua" and "Gonzales" Theatres. Our generation benefited from being too young to serve in WWII, but Korea and other events caught up with some of us, like me and other of our classmates. My mother, Celeste, adored your broher-in-law, Charlie, when he was mayor - that was all she talked about when she visited us in New York City many, many years ago. Your good friends, Harold and Lorraine Gautreau have kept me up-to-date in a general way on the sidelines with you and Frankie and some mutual friends, which I greatly appreciate. I recall very well our last meeting of the Reunion of the Gonzales High Graduation Class of 1947, and I am looking forward to seeing you in 2007, for the "sixthieth". Love to you, your family, and our mutual friends. Kern K. Kernan
Rosemary Rener Smith
October 18, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Rosemary Rener Smith
My mother was Josephine Pasqua Rener who was married to Bonnie(John) Rener SR.
I remember visiting with Pearl when was a little girl. I don't remember her son Frank. But she always spoke very highly of him.
I do remember she was a great cook.
Danny and Sharon Bowers
October 18, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Annette Mire Ambeau
October 18, 2006
Ms Joyce and the Pasqua family,
Words are insufficient to express my love, respect, and gratitude for all that Mr. Frankie represents. The Pasqua Theater has been a part of my life since I was six years old and Mr. Frankie was my first Theater etiquette teacher. Through his wonderful generosity and support of Ascension Community Theatre I, and many others, have a venue for creative expression that feeds not just my soul but the creative soul of Ascension Parish.
Know that I hold you and your family in my heart and that my love and prayers are with you.
Iva & Randy Tullier
October 18, 2006
My dear Ms. Joyce & All,
Please accept our sincere condolences at the loss of Mr. Frank. Although we didn't know him extremely well, what we did know of him was "all good." He was a community-minded, faithfilled man, whose role as husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend will be sorely missed. May God bless you and your family, and may Mr. Frank rest in the peace of Christ.
Our love and sympathy,
Mayor Johnny Berthelot
October 18, 2006
To the Entire Pasqua Family -I on behalf of all the citizens of Gonzales convey our deepest sympathy upon the death of Mr. Frank. So many of us grew up with the Pasquas' by going to the show at the Pasqua Theater and having that flashlight put on us. It truly taught us lifelong lessons to be quiet when told. Mr. Frank was truly an ambassador for Gonzales and a person the city will truly miss. God Bless all of you and rest assured our prayers are with you.
Robin Kivett Melancon
October 18, 2006
Deepest sympathy............I will never forget Mr. Franks generousity in the Ascension Community Theatre.
God Bless you all.
Toy Gremillion
October 18, 2006
Our hearts go out to the Pasqua family for your loss of Mr.Frank you have our deepest Sympathy in your time of need .Sam God Bless you and your Family.
LA Municipal Association
October 18, 2006
Extending our sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this time of sorrow. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Officers, Executive Board, Members and Staff
Charles & Kathy Shive
October 18, 2006
Joyce & family,
We are so very sorry to hear about Frank. We have not lived in Gonzales since 1986, but we could never forget the fond memories of the both of you. Frank was such a special person, and we are so thankful that we got to know him.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charles and Kathy Shive
Marlene Kelley-Phillips
October 18, 2006
I saw Mr Frank and Ms Joyce at St Theresa, when I was in town, I had been here many times and not known anyone. But when I saw them I knew right away who they were. I too, remember the Pasqua theater and they were a big part of my youth, I will always remember them . Please except my prayers for Ms Joyce and her family
David Monic
October 18, 2006
Mrs. Joyce, Mark, Marcia, and Sam and the family,
My very first job was working for Mr. Frank at the theatre, a memory that I still cherish. He was a wonderful community and family oriented person, one that helped to make Gonzales the special place that it is.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Please know that a little piece of Mr. Frank always lives on in me and the same community/family values that I pass on to my children.
Sharon LeBlanc
October 18, 2006
Mrs. Joyce, Mark, Marcia, and Sam and the family
I am so deeply sorry about Mr. Frank he was such a terrific man. He was loved by all and he will truly be missed. He was one of those pillars of the community that will be hard to replace.
This is truly a sad time for the family. But I know the faith of this family will hold together and that he has been welcomed into a better place with God.
I really appreciate all the help that you'll have given us. If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to call on us at anytime.
God Bless You'll and you'll have our continued prayers.
Chuck and Sharon
Jim And Donna Groody
October 18, 2006
Our Hearts are full of sadness, and pain at the loss of "Mr Frank".
Our hearts and minds jump to moments of our lives when we lost our parents and our pain is refreshed by our friends having to endure it also.
God Bless you in this time of heartache and loss.
We send our thoughts of peace, love and Acceptance to you and yours
LOVE Jim and Donna
ROY DUNCAN
October 18, 2006
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF MR PASQUA.
I REMEMBER AS A KID GOING TO THE PASQUA THEATER AND MR FRANK GOING UP AND DOWN THE ISLES WITH HIS FLASHLIGHT QUIETING THE NOISE MAKERS. LATER IN LIFE I REMEMBER SEEING AND TALKING TO HIM AT THE VIDEO STORE. THE PASQUA THEATER IS A FOND CHILDHOOD MEMORY I WILL ALWAYS HAVE.
GOD BLESS AND GIVE PAECE TO HIS FAMILY.
ROY DUNCAN
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