Donelson T. Caffery Sr.

About

Louisiana State University

Donelson Caffery Obituary

CAFFERY Donelson T. Caffery, Sr., age 96, a native and a resident of Franklin, LA, died, Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at his residence. Mr. Caffery is survived by his two sons: Donelson T. Caffery, Jr. of Franklin, and Miller Gordon Caffery of Mandeville, LA; three daughters: Lorraine Caffery Friedrichs of New Orleans, Sally Murphy Caffery of Highlands, NC and Caroline Caffery Gilly and son-in-law, Kennedy J. Gilly III of Raleigh, NC.; seven grandchildren: Lee Knight Caffery, Donelson T. Caffery III and Russell Lee Caffery, Kennedy Gilly IV, Caffery Gilly, Lorraine Gordon Caffery and Claudia Haik Caffery; one great-grandson, Miller Murphy Caffery-Draa; and one sister, Lydia Caffery Hilliard of Houston, TX. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorraine Gordon Caffery; his parents, John Murphy Caffery and Mary Frere Caffery; one sister, Mrs. Ward T. (Mary) Jones; and two brothers, John M. Caffery, Jr and Clegg Caffery. Mr. Caffery was born on Mardi Gras night, February 20, 1912, he was a graduate of Louisiana State University and in 1934 received a Juris Doctor from Louisiana State University School of Law. He practiced law until World War Ii began. He was a Captain in the Army's Transportation Corps, for four years. He was stationed in New Guinea and Australia. After the war he left the practice of law to become a sugar planter when his father asked him to return to Franklin to help run the family business, Columbia Sugar Co. He and his brother, Clegg Caffery, ran the company for many years. He was charter member of the St. Mary Parish Library Board and was president of the Library Board in 1966 the year he won the James O. Modisette Award. He was one of the founding members of the Rotary Club of Franklin and a long time board member of St. Mary Bank and Trust Company. He was a past vestry member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, a member of the American Sugar Cane League, a member of the Louisiana Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, a member of St. Mary Chapter of Louisiana Landmark's Society, a Mason, a member of the Krewe of Achaens, and a past king of the Krewe of Sucrose. Mr. Caffery enjoyed reading about history especially ancient history and was an avid tennis player and sailor. The family requests that memorial visitation be observed Saturday, February 14, 2009 from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Franklin, LA. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert's Mortuary of Franklin, LA.

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

Published by The Times-Picayune on Feb. 12, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Donelson Caffery

Sponsored by friends of the family.

6 Entries

September 6, 2009

I heard of this death from cousin Don Caffery from Va. and cousin Ted Pewett (Washington DC )=how very sorry I am. I remember as a child always wondering who " TINK" was and thinking about my Caffery ancestory and now knowing where I got all my tennis ability)_ God Bless, Life is short let us all love one another!
Elizabeth Caffery
Richmond VA

Jeff Glassie

March 16, 2009

This is cousin Jefferson Caffery Glassie from Bethesda, Md outside Washington, DC. My counsin Ted Pewett told me of Don T's passing, and I just wanted to pass on condolences from the northern branch of the Caffery family.
I was fortunate to be able to visit Franklin in the last few years with Hugh Caffery, and I got to meet Don T in his office. He was so nice and really sharp as a tack; I enjoyed conversing with him and learning about the sugar lands.
So, our sympathy to the family, and we look forward to see you all again soon. Best, Jeff Glassie

Susan Greaves Henderson

February 13, 2009

How many happy memories I have of times spent with your family. Your father and mother will always live on in my heart for their kindness and affection toward me those many growing up years that we shared. I had the pleasure of speaking with your father when I was in Franklin last. His warm and sweet voice evoked such happy memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Donelson Caffery

February 13, 2009

Nothing is more special to the Taylor Caffery Clan in New Orleans, than our dear cousins in Franklin, with Doc and Don T being the family patriarchs. Our prayers are with you all, and we will certainly miss Don T. We have so many precious memories to enjoy. May God bless you all. I send these sympathies on behalf of my mom, Ellie Caffery, and my siblings - Taylor Caffery, Martha Effler, and Barbara Newhouse.

patrice schoonmaker

February 12, 2009

Tink, I am so very sorry to hear that your father died, I know you were very close. You have been a wonderful, caring daughter, your Dad must have been so proud of you. Be grateful for his long and interesting life, and cherish the memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ding joins me in sending our deepest sympathy, Treecie

Susan Battistella

February 12, 2009

I wanted to express my deepest condolences to the family and let you all know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Susan Battistella
(Gordon's former assistant at Smith Barney)

Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results