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Louis Gueniot Obituary
Louis leaves behind his best friend and wife of 56 years, Jean Cenac Gueniot; children, Louis E. "Weegie" Gueniot III and his wife, Jennifer Witt Gueniot, Jean Marie Gueniot, Albert Gueniot, and Claudine Gueniot Voznick; adored grandchildren, Jordan Paige, Matthew Louis, and Nicolai; niece, Karen Gueniot Kornegay; and her son, Spencer; and his three brothers, Gene, Bruce and Brian Gueniot.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis E. Gueniot Sr. and Eula Gueniot; one brother, Donald P. Gueniot; and great-nephew, Dylan Kornegay.
Louis was a graduate of St. Francis de Sales Catholic High School, where he was the recipient of the Bishop Schexnayder Award, and also attended LSU on a baseball scholarship. He was a veteran of the Air Force Reserves, and a businessman in the oil industry. Louis promoted Cajun food, traveling throughout the U.S. as a member of the International Caterer's Association. He was a food columnist and the host of the television program, "Cooking At It's Finest."
He was best known for his leadership and was involved in numerous church, civic and community affairs. He served on the boards of the Chamber of Commerce, Ellendale Country Club, the Houma-Terrebonne Carnival Club, and the National Marfan Association, among others.
Louis was one of a kind, and an example of how to live a life of faith and integrity. If there was anyone in need, Louis was there to assist and console with encouraging words, stories and lots of good food. Those who knew Louis were so blessed to have him in their lives. He was the guide and driving force for his family, and will be sorely missed.
An intimate prayer service was led by Reverend Dat Hoang, Pastor of St. Faustina Catholic Church. Memorial gifts in honor of Louis can be made to St. Faustina Catholic Church, P.O. Box 1099, Fulshear, Texas, 77441, or http://saintfaustinachurch.org. Louis made an anatomical donation to advance medical research.
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Memories and Condolences
for Louis Gueniot
Miquela Rivera
September 29, 2017
Lou was delightful. He was kind, personable, generous and helpful. His family is his greatest legacy. Condolences to Jeanie, Jean Marie and the entire family.
Ann Gleason
September 27, 2017
Jeannie, my love to you and your family. A light has been extinguished.
Ann
Cheryl Duet
September 24, 2017
My deepest sympathy to you snd all of your family. I Iam so sorry to read about Mr . Louis's passing. I had the pleasure of meeting him one time when Karen and I worked together at Nicholls State many years ago.
September 24, 2017
Jeannie,
My love and prayers extend to you and your family. My memories of Louis are always of joy in his presence. I will remember him in my daily prayers.
Doris LeBlanc LeJeune, San Antonio
S N
September 24, 2017
I'm sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God bring you peace and comfort to you.
Gina Foret
September 23, 2017
Our thoughts & prayers are with the Gueniot family.
Such a nice man. Met the family when my grandmother (Molly ) worked for them.
September 23, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Gueniot family members!!!!! Lou's legacy lives in each of you and I'm grateful to know and love him and to continue feeling that love, joy, zest and wonder that he exuded...live on in you. Much love from all of us from Bellingham. xoxo Jill, Craig, Olivia and Gloria Witt
Gary LeBlanc
September 22, 2017
My heart goes out to the Gueniot family. One of the nicest families to grace our community. God bless. This is tough one.
Loretta Tanner
September 22, 2017
So sorry to hear about Mr Louis. He was a real fine gentlemen and will be missed. Sending prayers to you Jean and the family!
Elise Ertell
September 22, 2017
Sweet Mr. Louis was one of the kindest, most sincere, and honest men I have known my entire life. I am so grateful for the time I spent learning generousity, attentiveness, and compassion as a teen working at B&L supermarket. My parents always enjoyed their friendships with the large family too.
He made MANY lives richer and I always felt golden when I had a conversation with him. No one was ever of more importance at that moment if Mr. Louis was giving you his undivided attention. I wonder if he knew how many of us would have loved to have gathered for his send off and to comfort the Guenoit family! Sending prayers to family and friends. God bless.
Tommy Naquin
September 22, 2017
MAY HE REST IN PEACE - GOD BLESS
Brandi Kornegay
September 22, 2017
Keeping you ALL in my heart! Heaven is where all the BEST ones are! Oh, what an ANGEL he will make!! Much, Much Love...
Charlotte Champagne
September 22, 2017
Wwe are so sorry to hear about you lost of Louis. He was a big part of our life's with my Dad in the store. We felt like he was part of our family. We send our love and prayers to your family.
CooCoo and Cecile Dupre Family, Dot, Doug, Sandra, Charlotte, Wade and Tommy.
Mary McCollam Conrad
September 22, 2017
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of this wonderful man. I was on his HTV cooking show once and had the best time. My prayers are with his family.
Janice C. Parra
September 22, 2017
My sincere condolences. To all Louis family.such a wonderful man. May God in His goodness give you all the faith& strength during this time of great loss.
vince mcgrath
September 22, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss, Louis and Jen. Your father was a wonderful person, always happy with a smile on his face.
September 22, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family. Know confidently that soon death will be brought to nothing 1 Cor. 15:26. All our loved one will be brought to life again soon.
D. W.
September 22, 2017
Our prayers and thoughts go out to the Gueniot family on your great loss.
Freddie and Julie Duplantis
John Keife
September 22, 2017
So saddened to learn of the passing of this wonderful family man, friend, community leader, business man, and wonderful example for us all. My condolences to Jeanne and the rest of the Gueniot family. He will be missed but his spirit will live in the heart of us all.
Donnette Doiron
September 22, 2017
Every time I saw Lou, he graced me with a beautiful smile and a huge hug. He is a true angel who spread joy to those who knew him. My love and prayers to Jeannie and all of their family. God has called his ambassador home and you all have a special angel working for you now. My prayers are with you.
Richard Grabert
September 22, 2017
My deepest sympathy to his family. He was an awesome businessman and was always ready to lend a hand and I considered him a great friend.
Leslie Soucek
September 22, 2017
Louis meant so much to our family! We were blessed to spend time with him and hear many stories! He was truly a stand out citizen who took care of just about everyone. I will always cherish our frequent visits to see our neighbor Mr Louis. My 3 year old always led the way to see his Best Buddy, Louis! I will always remind my boys of how special he was to our family. We miss him terribly and are better people because of Louis. Prayers to his family and friends. He will forever be in our hearts.
Donna Gueniot-Smith
September 21, 2017
Uncle Louis was so devoted to his family and God. He is definitely going to be missed. Love, hugs and prayers to our family members and all of his friends.
Pat Parenton
September 21, 2017
Mr Louis you were a true gentleman in every sense of the word. May God Bless your family and may you Rest In Peace. You will be missed.
Joe/Donna Clement
September 21, 2017
His smile was contagious, he had the biggest heart, he was gentle and kind. He never forgot my birthday and was a wonderful man to work for. You will be missed but heaven gained a wonderful angel. Love you Mr Lou!
My prayers to Ms Jeannie and family, that you may find comfort knowing how much he was loved by so many.
Kary and Pamela Witt
September 21, 2017
Lou was an amazing man and his family is evidence of his faith, love and zest for life. You all carry on in Lou's tradition and can hold your heads high in doing so. His legacy lives on in you! Our love and prayers are with all of you. - Pamela and Kary Witt
September 21, 2017
Lou brought a spirit to all who knew him. The Witts have been blessed. Dennie and Sherry Witt
Monica Hays
September 21, 2017
So very sorry to hear of this loss! Condolences to Mr. Gueniot's entire family. Jeannie, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gene Gueniot SR
September 21, 2017
I couldn't have asked for a better brother. RIP Lou. Prayers for Jeannie, Weegie and his family, Albert, Jean Marie and Claudine and her family.
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