Louis Gene Aucoin

1939 - 2019

Louis Gene Aucoin, of Covington, Louisiana passed away peacefully Sunday, November 10, 2019. Louis was born December 8, 1939 in New Orleans, LA. He was the son of the late Volca Louis Aucoin and Augusta Marie Brunet Aucoin. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Victoria Scardino Aucoin and his son, Ryan Joseph Aucoin. He was "Paw-Paw" to two wonderful grandchildren who were the light of his life – Liam Natal Aucoin and Anna Grace Aucoin. He is also survived by his brothers, Jimmy Aucoin (Brenda) and Eddie Aucoin (Judy). He was "Uncle Gene" to a host of nieces and nephews. An athlete of St. Roch Park, Louis continued his love of sports, as a little league coach for many years. A diesel mechanic by trade, he worked tirelessly at the Greyhound Corporation for 37 years before retiring, to just continue working for an additional 10 years at the Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans. After retirement, Louis spent his days relaxing, fishing and taking care of his family. His days of relaxation ceased when he was blessed with his grandchildren. His work began once again, this time as a big, soft teddy bear. As an avid LSU Tiger fan and a fair weather Saints fan, he loved spending his fall weekends cheering them on and cursing them out. Fishing was his favorite way to pass the time and he did so all the way up until he was forced out of St. Bernard by Hurricane Katrina and relocated to the Northshore. He was a devoted and loving, husband, father and grandfather. He was a fighter and he fought with all he had up to the very end. Well, now it's time to rest. With all of our hearts, we ask God to welcome you into heaven with open arms. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home (in Metairie Cemetery), on Friday, November 15, 2019 at 12:00PM. A visitation will be held at the funeral home beginning at 10:00AM. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. To view and sign the guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com