Dr. Harding J. "Jim" Guidry
1924 - 2017
Dr. Harding J. "Jim" Guidry
1924 - 2017
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SULPHUR - Dr. Harding J. Guidry, age 92, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.
Harding lived in Cecilia and Henderson graduating from Cecilia High School in 1941. He then served in WWII in France, Belgium, and Germany. After serving in the US Army, he attended Southwest Louisiana Institute, and received a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Loyola University in 1951. He practiced dentistry in Sulphur for thirty-four years. While in practice he was active in several professional, civic, and church organizations. After retirement Jim enjoyed fishing at Toledo Bend Camp. In later years he loved gardening and cooking for his family. He was a member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church where he served three years on the council and six years as a trustee. He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veteran's Organization.
Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife, Henrietta Guidry of Sulphur; daughter, Peggy Anne Houston and husband, Glen of Houston, TX; son, Keith Guidry and wife, Monica of Sulphur; step-son, Johnny Spears and wife, Trish of Church Point, LA; step-son, Robert Spears and wife, Mitzi of Carlyss; step-son, Joe Spears and wife, Brenda of Sulphur; step-daughter, Christine Spears of Lacassine; brother, Francis Guidry of Portland Oregon; sister, Marion Johnson of Breaux Bridge; brother, Daniel "D.J." Guidry of Sulphur; numerous grandchildren, step-grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren who affectionately called him "Pop".
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Florine Melancon Guidry, his parents, Daniel and Valentine Guidry, son, Danny James Guidry, and grandson, Brett Thomas Guidry.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, March 17, 2017 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Sulphur, La. Reverend Edward Richard, M.S. will officiate services. Burial will follow in Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Carlyss. Pallbearers will be Mike Guidry, Kelly Guidry, Alan Houston, Aaron Hudson, Travis Spears, Tyler Spears, and Ethan Arsement. Visitation will be 5-9 p.m. on Thursday with a Rosary held at 6:30 p.m. at Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will resume on Friday from 11-12:30 Friday. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Jim's memory to Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Sulphur. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com
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Stephanie B. McCullor
March 17, 2017
I remember Dr. Guidry well. He was my dentist at one time. My Dad was also a physician in Sulphur. Dr. Neal D. Blanchard. They were good buddies who sometimes played golf together along with other Good Friends. A great generation of men who served their country, and were much loved by their patients family and friends.
Patricia Dautriel
March 16, 2017
My heart breaks today finding out about my moms cousin.. He was like a Daddy to me at one time & his children like siblings..I know you will so be missed! Condolences to all family.. God bless!
Rita H Gray
March 16, 2017
I remember going to Dr Guidry as a young child and I loved that he gave us free rings! I will miss seeing him in church. May he rest in God's peace and the peace of Christ be with the entire family.
Rita Higginbotham Gray
Kenny` Latiolais
March 16, 2017
Peg,
It is with a heavy heart that I write this note to you. First, I want to express to you my heartfelt condolences on your lost of your loving father. He and your mom were such a major part of growing up. Fond memories of our trips together are with me and are treasured even more today. I know that time and distance have kept us apart, but please remember that you were and still are a very important person to me. A part of our past is gone, but you should celebrate that Paran was with you and lived a very fulfilled life. Again with a heavy heart I say God Bless you and your loved ones. Ken
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Tracy Guidry
March 15, 2017
RIP Pop. I can't believe you're gone. I thought you would live forever. Always thought you were indestructible.
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