Mr. Kenneth Edward Trueman Sr.

Kenneth Edward Trueman, Sr. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, January 17, 2009. He was 82. Devoted husband of Marguerite Di Betta Trueman for 60 years. Loving father of Karen T. Johnson (Charles); Kenneth E. Trueman, Jr. (MaryAnn); and Kaye T. Harris (Glenn). Devoted grandfather of Laurie, Dawn, John, Samir, Travis, Abigail, Erin and Kevin and great grandfather of six. He will be missed by his cherished Chihuahua Fawn. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Mr. Trueman was a veteran of the U. S. Navy and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer in the U. S. Army. He proudly served his country during the World War II, Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was a member of the American Legion Post 366 and VFW. He enjoyed wood working, building model ships, ceramic bird collecting and baking for his family and friends at England Oaks Retirement Community in Alexandria, LA. The family wishes to express gratitude to his “Angels� at East Jefferson General Hospital ICU (3rd floor) for their loving care. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Graveside services at Jefferson Memorial Gardens, 11316 River Rd., St. Rose, LA on Thursday, January 22, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Legion, Post 366, P.O. Box 357, Destrehan, LA 70047. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.