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Milton Babin Obituary
A Visitation will be held Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, from 9 a.m. until service time at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral in Houma, LA. Funeral Mass will begin on Friday at 10 a.m. Burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery #2 will follow services.
He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-five years, Patricia Blanchard Babin; sons, Dr. Brian Babin, Gregg Babin and wife Karen; son-in-Law, Pernell Pellegrin; daughter, Kelly Babin; sister, Sister Marion Babin; and grandchildren, Katie Pellegrin Lambert and husband Adam, Bryce Babin, Lindsey Babin, Britt Pellegrin, Kaci Babin.
He is preceded by his parents, Harry Babin and Edna Chaisson Babin; daughter, Gina Babin Pellegrin; brothers, Harry Babin, Nolan Babin, Edward "Teet" Babin, Philip Babin; and sisters, Mildred Hebert, Eva Babin, and Marie Ledet.
Milton was one of the many friendly greeters at Sam's Club in Houma, LA.
Mitch enjoyed spending time with his family and friends; and most especially enjoyed that time while camping with them.
He loved all sports; most especially LSU and his Atlanta Braves.
He will be greatly missed; but never forgotten.
The family would like to thank Haydel Memorial Hospice for their love and care durring the family's time of need, his nurses Christy Griffin at Haydel Hospice and Toni Armstrong at TGMC, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Dr. Abayomi Sanusi, Dr. McGaw and Staff.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations to be made to "The American Cancer Society" at www.cancer.org/donate .
Chauvin Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hall family.
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January 19, 2017
With sympathy to the family, May the fun times spent with Milton live on through your memories and bring comfort, as we look forward to better days . Psalm 68:20.
January 15, 2017
Milton, I could truly call you friend, you will forever be in my heart. Going to sams will not be the same. Praying for you family. Rest In Peace my friend.
January 13, 2017
Sorry to hear that Mr. Babin passed away, he was always so very sweet and loved to talk to everyon. I, as well as many other customers will miss seeing him at Sam's. May he rest in peace.
January 12, 2017
MaMa Pat, Brian, Gregg and Kelly,
We wish you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Much love, Shyllie & Barry Morgan
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Pat Perret
January 12, 2017
What a loss. Such a wonderful person, Papa Mitch as my kids called him was definitely a special person. Such a friend to me and my family. He will truly be missed. Even when things got tough you never saw him down. We love you. Pat, Leon, Pam, Shyllie, Laura & Liesl
ALBERT LIRETTE
January 12, 2017
SORRY FOR YOURR LOSS,I GO TO SAM,S AND I USE TO TALK TO HIMM WHEN I GI THERE.
Lynette Ray Griffin
January 12, 2017
Patricia, I am so sorry to read of Milton's passing. He was quite a swell fellow. I remember his mostly from Point St. neighborhood when I was friends with 'Doolie" Hester.
Stefanie Allemand
January 11, 2017
So sorry for your loss,We saw him at Sam's all the time he was so sweet alway smiling. He will be truly missed. .R.I.P Mr.Milton
January 11, 2017
Pat; very sorry about Mitch, I know he is in Heaven. We grew up as kids of the Point St.neighborhood,CYO Lot,Shady Oak Park,later on in life we were in the Marine Corps together. Mitch was a very good person,and always had a good joke to make you laugh. He fought the good fight.
RIP Gyrene
Bobby & Mary Chaisson
Dan Babin
January 11, 2017
My prayers and sympathy for your loss
Jeanne Punch
January 10, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Miltons passing. He was such a sweet kind man. I remember him from years ago when he used to deliver merchandise to Kmart. I saw him at Sams all the time. He will be truly missed.
Kim Nannie
January 10, 2017
Milton always had a smile for everyone at Sams. What a breath of fresh air every time I shopped there. God takes care of people that bring joy to others. Thanks Milton!
Karen Bourg
January 10, 2017
Sorry to hear about Mr. Milton! He put a smile on our faces at Sam's! He will be missed!
Beth Schion
January 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss. He was the sweetest man. My daughter called him her friend from sams. He always put a smile on her face!!
Charlene Porche
January 10, 2017
So sorry to hear this news. First knew him as "The Lance Man" for almost 20 years and then reconnected with him as "The Sam's Greeter". Going to miss his sweet smile. RIP Mr. Mitch...
Alexis and Freddie Johnson
January 9, 2017
I really enjoyed working with Mr.Milton at Sams. It was a pleasure....R.I.P Mr.Milton
Donna Benoit
January 9, 2017
Will miss his sweet smile and conversation leaving Sams. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Sybil & Ralph Duplantis
January 9, 2017
Every time we went to Sam's Mr. Milton always greeted us. We will miss seeing him. He was always ready to talk and wish you a good day.
JoAnna Landry
January 9, 2017
This is such sad news. My sincerest condolences to the Babin family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
For those who didn't know him, man you certainly missed out. The world lost such a sweet and funny man. He was always ready to tell a joke and put a smile on your face. The world needs more men like you!!! Rest easy my friend and tell my son hello for me.
Pam Webre
January 9, 2017
So sorry to hear of Mr. Milton's passing. Only knew him from Sams club. He was such a sweet person. Prayers to all!
Brian Marceaux
January 9, 2017
May your soul rest in peace, Mitch.
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