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Larkin Cathey Obituary
Bossier City, La - Larkin C. Cathey, Jr., 80, of Bossier City, was welcomed by our Lord in heaven on January 20, 2020. A celebration of his life will be held at University Church of Christ, 2045 E 70th St, Shreveport, LA 71105 at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 23, 2020. Stuart Freeman and Jerry Dean will officiate. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. at University Church of Christ until the time of service at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Forest Park Cemetery on St. Vincent Ave. in Shreveport, LA.
L.C. was born in Shreveport, LA, son of L.C., Sr. and Elna Cathey. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Army and from Haverty's Furniture.
Survivors include his wife, Raenita Cathey, and his sons, Creighton Cathey of Bossier City, LA, Casey Cathey of Little Rock, AR, Gregory Jon Peterson of Como, TX, ten grandchildren, and one great grandchild.
L.C. was a devout Christian all of his life and spent his life serving God. He was an avid storyteller, an accomplished trumpet player, pilot, tennis instructor, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He continually gave God the Glory for all of his successes in life.
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For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
February 8, 2020
The Final Salute
Brothers and Sisters-in-Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Larkin Crayton (L.C.) Cathey, Jr. our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for L.C. To L.C. it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during the Vietnam War while serving in the U.S. Army. L.C., we commend you for your honorable military service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 781 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 177 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to L.C.'s family and loved ones.
Sean Armstrong, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Ranny Griffin, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Jo Ann Hughes
January 26, 2020
So sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family!! May God bring love and comfort during your grief period!! Love, Jo ANN Hughes
Lor Haynes Thompson
January 22, 2020
I'm terribly sorry for the loss of LC! Our loss is Heaven and LC's gain. I worked with LC at New York Furniture Company many years, that's where we met, although, his reputation preceded him!He was a salesman extrordinaire, funny, and a joy to work with. Rest Peacefully, LC ... your work is done. You're leaving a wonderful legacy!
David & Tracy Bahn
January 22, 2020
We are praying for you, Creighton, Kelly, and your entire family and friends.
January 22, 2020
James and I express our condolences to L.C.'s family. James served with L.C. as an elder at Hilldale Church of Christ and remembers him as a dedicated Christian, who took his role as elder as one of great responsibility. He was a friendly person who treated his Christian brothers and sisters in a kind manner.
James H. and Linda Kay Davis
Jay & Lisa Tucker
January 22, 2020
Dear Cathey Family,
Lisa and I are deeply saddened to learn of Brother LC's passing. He was such a good Christian man. I was proud to serve as an elder with him in Clarksville, TN. He and Joy were instrumental in helping my wife and I open a K-12 Christian school in Clarksville. They were a lovely couple and excellent role models. We pray that God will comfort you during this time of loss. God Bless!
Betty Calk
January 22, 2020
My love and prayers go to Sister Raenita and family of Bro Cathey
James & Debra Heaton
January 22, 2020
Raenita and family,
L. C. was our next door neighbor when he lived in Clarksville, TN. He immediately became a good friend. He was a kind, considerate Christian man. We know he will be missed but the wonderful memories you have of him will be a blessing to comfort you in the days ahead.
Our prayers are with your family,
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
January 22, 2020
The Final Salute
Brothers and Sisters-in-Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Larkin Crayton (L.C.) Cathey, Jr. our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for L.C. To L.C. it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during the Vietnam War while serving in the U.S. Army. L.C., we commend you for your honorable military service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 781 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 177 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to L.C.'s family and loved ones.
Sean Armstrong, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Ranny Griffin, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
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