David Lynn André

DAVID LYNN ANDRÉ
January 1, 1956 – December 1, 2025

David Lynn André, 69, passed away peacefully on the morning of December 1, 2025, surrounded by the people he loved most, his family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Friday, December 5th at 10:00 AM, with visitation beginning at 9:00 AM.

Born on New Year's Day in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Alfred and Elva André, David came into the world with a Cajun accent, a big personality, and an even bigger heart. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Howard André, and his sister Carolyn Millet. He is survived by his brother, Wayne André and his wife Hinano; his wife, Jane Selig André; his sons, Andrew "Drew" André and wife Alicia, and Austin André and partner Michael McGaha; his grandchildren, Alexander and Rebecca André; his loyal dachshund, Andouille; and numerous other family members and friends.

On May 14, 1983, David married the love of his life, Jane Selig. Their 40-year marriage was full of fun and laughter from the very beginning. David graduated from Livonia High School in 1974 and attended Louisiana College on a baseball scholarship. He loved to joke during those years that he was an honorary member of the (entirely fictional) fraternity "I Felta Thigh," a claim that earned him more than a few eye rolls from Janie over the years.

After college, he launched what became a decades-long career in the beer industry. He started from the ground up, delivering cases and coolers and making friends on every route. Through hard work and a genuine connection with people, he worked his way up to general manager. His path eventually brought him to Shreveport in 1999 to lead G & G Distributing, where he became known industry-wide for his integrity, humor, and larger-than-life presence. He earned numerous awards throughout his career, including the Miller High Life Achievement Award (2002, 2004, and 2005) and the MillerCoors Presidential Award (2005), and he proudly served on the board of the Beer Industry League of Louisiana.

After retiring from the beer business, David leaned fully into his love of cooking and his Cajun roots. He opened Bergeron's Boudin & Cajun Meats of Shreveport, a dream sparked during an LSU tailgate when he declared that Shreveport, being well north of I-10, needed a real Cajun meat market. And so he built one. Anyone lucky enough to enjoy one of David's meals knew they were in for something good, whether it was his cabbage jambalaya or his gumbo.

David's greatest joys always came from the same places: his family, his friends, a table full of good food, LSU football, and hunting in the woods. He had a way of connecting with people, always had a story on hand, and carried a warmth that made you want to be around him.

Even as he faced significant health challenges, including a Parkinson's diagnosis in 2010 and liver and colon cancer in 2019, David never lost his determination or his spirit. He continued attending his grandchildren's baseball games and dance recitals, and he still managed to make it into the woods to hunt. Each setback only revealed more of his strength, grit, and Cajun stubbornness.

The last months of his life were a gift. He spent them exactly the way he wanted, surrounded by family and friends. He was able to check off several things from his bucket list, including a lifelong wish to see the Yankees play at Yankee Stadium. He was also especially proud of the buck he killed just a week before he passed.

To honor David's lifelong friendships, the family names the following as Honorary Pallbearers:
Gary LeJeune, Ronald Legendre, Richard Lamb, Tommy Trabona, Chuck Kline, Dennis Selig, and Tommy Selig.
The family extends deep gratitude to Dr. Boniol and the Christus Schumpert Oncology Group for their exceptional care and kindness throughout the years.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pilots for Patients, an organization that held great meaning for David and his family.

David André lived a life full of courage, generosity, and stories best told around a good meal. He leaves behind a legacy of love and the memory of a man who could make a room feel warmer just by walking in. Being around David meant you were in for a funny story, a good meal, and, without question, a great time.