Leon Champagne
1939 - 2019
Leon Champagne
1939 - 2019
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BORN
1939
DIED
2019
Leon Champagne Obituary
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Milly Dampeer
May 11, 2019
I am so very sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful person. Sorry I didnt have the opportunity to know him. God bless you & your whole family.
April 11, 2019
Marlene,
We were saddened by the passing of your best friend and husband "Ponoke" who was an inspiration to us.
May the Lord bring peace and love to you and your family and we pray that Leon will be praying for all of us because we think we think he will be right there beside our Lord.
Your friends,
Linda and Jesse Martinez
Portland,Oregon
Jesse and Linda Martinez
April 11, 2019
Marlene,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of your husband and best friend "Ponoke" whom we felt was such an inspiration to us.
May the Lord be in your presence to guide everyone in your family to bring you peace and love.
Love,
Your friends Linda and Jesse Martinez. Portland,Oregon
Marlene Champagne
April 8, 2019
Thank all of you for the consoling comments, we appreciate your thoughtfulness. Marlene, John & Moe, Joni & Edward, Cooper!
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Phil and Dell Aucoin
April 8, 2019
Marlene, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We were lucky to have become acquainted with "Ponoke" in the last years. He was a great guy.
Nathan Boudreaux
April 8, 2019
I give my heart felt condolences to the family .... sending my love and prayers ... wish I could of been there .
Ray and June LeBoeuf
April 8, 2019
Our prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Leon. Rest in peace.
April 8, 2019
"Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this most emotional time. The death of a loved one is always difficult to deal with and our Creator is very aware of that. That is why He tells us at Psalms 9:9 that He is a secure refuge for the oppressed, and a secure refuge in times of distress."
Ola
Emile Fanguy
April 8, 2019
Deepest sympathy to Marlene, Joni and John. May the angels lead him to
paradise where he so greatly deserves to be. RIP , my friend Ponoke.
Barbara Martin
April 8, 2019
Marlene, I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you and your family the peace in knowing that he is no longer in pain. Eternal rest granted upon him and may perpetual light shine up him.
Jenny Duplantis
April 7, 2019
So sorry to here about Mr. Ponokes passing My prayers for you Ms Marlene and your family
Patrick & Sheryl Matherne Scott
April 7, 2019
Marlene and Family,
Our condolences to you and your fsmily. Ponook was a kindhearted man who truly liked people. We know he will be greatly missed. May the peace of our Savior, Jesus, sustain you during this difficult time of loss.
This is my comfort in my sorrow, that Your promise, LORD, gives me life. Psalm 119:50
Monique Soudelier
April 7, 2019
Joni, may your collective memories bring each of you peace & comfort as you celebrate a life well lived! May his love live in your hearts and bring smiles to you during this difficult time my friend.
Melissa Klein
April 7, 2019
Anyone ever meeting Ponoke was immediately invited into his circle of friends. He was such an amazing man and will be deeply missed. My thoughts are with his family. Hugs to you all.
April 7, 2019
Ponoke was such a wonderful man. We always loved to listen to his stories. He was loved by everyone who knew him, including us. He had such strong Faith & he is resting in God's arms. Love & prayers for his family. Steve & Gail
Sandy and Joe Rutecki
April 7, 2019
We are heartbroken for you and your family. Prayers for comfort and peace for you and knowing your dad is now in God's arms. Much Love, Sandy and Joe Rutecki
Helen Naquin Zeringue
April 7, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lillie Chauvin
April 7, 2019
Words cannot express my sorrow at hearing the sad news. All my love to Marlene and family. Just knowing he's in a better place is our consolation. May God's love surround u all at this time.
Randy Musumeci
April 6, 2019
We will miss your gentle soul , and your warm passion for life . Most of all , in my short time I have gotten to talk and hear your wonderful stories of your life I will miss this most . Because the stories will end . The final chapter , but I will always remember the stories and laughter. I will not say goodbye , just so long for now .All my love, and thank you Leon. Mr P
Sylvia Smith
April 6, 2019
Dear sweet Joni, Im so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.❤❤
Tessie & Warren LeBlanc
April 6, 2019
Sincere Condolences, Prayers And Blessings flowing.. May he Rest In Peace !!
Timothy Picou
April 6, 2019
He was a good man always had a smile and gave me a hug when I see him love his stories got to trawl next to him he was a pleasure to be around
DALE AUTHEMENT
April 6, 2019
Wonderful man and couple. It's been many many years since I spoke to them, but people of their character and humility are not forgotten. Praying for you Marlene and family!
Vivian Rockward
April 6, 2019
Sorry for your loss and praying for you and your family!!
Gloria Babin
April 6, 2019
Prayers & condolences to you Marlene & family.
Bert LeBoeuf Jr.
April 6, 2019
If everyone lived their lives like Mr. Ponoke did, the world would be a much better place! I will always remember him as one of the most awesome people I have ever known.
M/M Steven BERGERON
April 6, 2019
He will be sorely missed. May God bless his family in their time of sorrow.
Jennifer DeRoche
April 6, 2019
Ms. Marlene, my prayers and love are with you!
Jenn
Buddy and Claire Rose Champagne
April 6, 2019
Love and prayers
June and Ray LeBoeuf
April 6, 2019
Our prayers and condolences to family and friends . Rest in peace.
Timmy & Alice Authement
April 6, 2019
Sorry for y'all loss. He will be miss.
Loria Jarvis
April 6, 2019
May God wrap His loving arms around U & Your Family.
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