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George Picone Obituary
Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Earline Courmier Picone; son, George Joseph Picone; daughter, Michelle Picone Martinez and husband, Timmy; grandchildren, Brittani Babin Lirette and husband, Matt, and Timothy "T.J." Martinez Jr.; and aunts, Veronica Picone Fonseca and Althea Fonseca Picone.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Nolan Vincent and Lillian Hebert Picone.
George was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Thibodaux. He obtained a degree in music and was an accomplished saxophone player who also taught music. He played in many bands including community bands in Houma and Thibodaux. He was also in the Marine Corps Reserve. He was an avid Saints and LSU fan.
Falgout Funeral Home in Houma is in charge of arrangements.
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George and Nancy Guillot
George Guillot Sr
April 1, 2014
George and I met in the third grade and went through high school. I left Houma in 56 and joined
He lived the good life and I am sure he will live a good here after. RIP George
George Guillot Sr.
Ingrid Moore
April 1, 2014
Earline, I am praying for you in your hour of sorrow. Although, I never knew George it sounds like he was an accomplished musician and an avid sports fan. Words cannot heal your heart in this dark hour, but may you know that God knows your sorrow and wants you to lean on Him for peace and comfort. I love you!
Bob "Buster" Thibodaux
March 30, 2014
So sorry for the loss of George. He played in my band in the '80s and was just a great guy and musician. Our condolences Earline, we loved George.
Verla Cadiere Sonier
March 28, 2014
We are family. We are friends and born and raise across the bayou from you. You went to school with my brother,and worked with him and served as best man when he got married. My prays go out to your family and my you RIP....
March 28, 2014
I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH GEORGE,I GUESS WE STARTED AT BAYOU CANE AND GRADUATED TERREBONNE HIGH IN 1957.SORRY FOR THE FAMILY'S LOSS.PRAYERS FOR YOU ALL.MERYL MOORE STANFORD,POPLARVILLE,MS.
darlene
March 28, 2014
so sorry for y'all loss
Alva Eschete
March 28, 2014
Geoge was a classmate and saw him and Jack's quite a bit... Condelences to all of family....Will try to attend the services....
Wayne Shell
March 28, 2014
George was a long-time member of our Bayou Saxophone Ensemble. He was our regular tenor sax player, and a soloist in many of our selections. He was also our music trivia expert. I don't think there's a musician he didn't know something about. He will certainly be missed. Our love and prayers to his family and friends.
Ken Filardo Sr
March 28, 2014
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family for your great loss. George was a kind and friendly person. Kenny
HTCB Stage Band 2007
Elizabeth Turner
March 28, 2014
Elizabeth Turner
March 28, 2014
Oh Mr. George...I'm so sorry I can't make it back to Louisiana for the funeral...I love living in Oklahoma, but 15 hours is too far from ya'll. You were awesome, through all those years of HTCB Stage and Concert Band. You were crazy, from Krypton, and stood up while playing because your butt hurt (which I wouldn't go around telling people), but you were such a good friend. Because of you and the other people in the Stage band and Concert band, I stayed in band through high school, and went on to get my music ed. degree. Even though I'm not a band director right now, I am teaching private lessons and am in the community band up here. They just don't have as many crazy old men in this one as the HTCB group does. You were a great friend and a big influence on my life. I'll miss you so much, but will never forget you. Merry meet, and merry part, and merry meet again. Blessed Be.
March 27, 2014
Earline, I'm so sorry to hear about George. May God comfort you and the kids. Please call if you need anything. R.I.P. George. I know you will be playing your music for the angels. God Bless you.
Cheri Blanchard
March 27, 2014
My sincere condolences to this precious family. The Lord bless you & keep you & make His face shine on you & give you peace. I'm sad that I didn't have the opportunity to hear Mr George wail on his sax.
Elrena and Jody Martinez
March 27, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family.
Karen Diket
March 27, 2014
We will all miss George in the Bayou Saxophone Ensemble and Bayou Community Band.
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