James Huey Lanier

1932 - 2020

James Huey Lanier, age 88, of Covington passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2020. He was born on January 15, 1932 in Husser, Louisiana to John Lanier and Bessie Williams Lanier. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 ½ years Isabell Ruth Pierre Lanier; his children Dale Kevin Lanier and Kenneth Blaine Lanier; two grandchildren Tiffany M. Prevost (Jeff) and Jonathan B. Lanier (Kristen); and four great-grandchildren Blaine, Jillian, McKayla, and Hailey. He is also survived by his sister Elaine Lanier Davis, and numerous nieces and nephews. James was preceded in death by his parents, John and Bessie Lanier, and his nine brothers and sisters. James joined the United States Air Force in 1952, and served in the Vietnam War in 1966 and 1969. He served President Johnson his meals on Air Force One. James retired as a Master Sergeant from the Air Force after serving 20 years. James was the manager for Badeaux's Drive-In in Covington, where he made the BEST hamburgers and malts in town and retired after 25 years. He was a devoted father, husband, and grandfather who enjoyed traveling all over the country to hear bluegrass music. James also served as Deacon at Lee Hill Baptist Church until his illness prevented him from serving as Deacon. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433, on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Interment will take place at Southeast Veterans Cemetery, 34888 Grantham College Road, Slidell, Louisiana 70460, on Monday, August 24, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. With COVID-19 restrictions, social distancing and face masks are required to attend services. The Lanier family invites you to share thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.