Jimmie Reddell

Jimmie Reddell obituary, LaPlace, LA

Jimmie Reddell

Jimmie Reddell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home - LaPlace on Jan. 21, 2026.
Jimmie Reddell passed away at his residence on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the age of 96. He was born in Baytown, Texas and was a resident of LaPlace, LA since 1977. Jimmie was married to the love of his life, the late Mary Thrower Reddell for 46 years.

Loving father of Donna Neal, Luther Lonidier (Misty), Jeffrey Lonidier (Kathy) and Paula Bailey (Ed). Beloved Grandfather of 7 grandchildren Heather, Aimee, Jonathan, Benjamin, Amy, Elise and Rachel and 11 great-grandchildren Lydia, Amelia, Silas, Maddie, Callen, Reed, Myra, Faye, Camille, Olivia and Wrenley. Son of the late Clarence Reddell and Thelma Gragg. Preceded in death by his brothers Barney Joe, Jene (Teeny) and Donald.

Jim served his country as a Marine Sergeant and was honorably discharged after combat operations in Korea. Jim also supported and served as a member of the Masonic Cedar Bayou Lodge No. 321 in Baytown, Texas.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy, LaPlace on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the Funeral Service to immediately follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. John Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Jimmie's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Jimmie Reddell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Jimmie Reddell's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?