Jude Ritter Seilhan

1940 - 2021

Jude Ritter Seilhan peacefully entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 22, 2021, in Covington, LA. He was born on September 14, 1940, in Iota, LA to the late Louisette Seilhan and Mamie Ritter Seilhan. Beloved husband and lifelong best friend of Mary Jeanette Hoffpauir Seilhan-married for 62 years. He was the loving father of Kayla Seilhan Aikman (Baynum), Lyndol Seilhan (Robie Rotolo) and Darryn J. Seilhan (Tara). Proud grandfather of Dari and Jude Aikman, Jordan Gauthreaux, Tyler, and Logan Seilhan. Great grandfather to Kade Lippon, Oaklynn Gauthreaux and Lily Rogers. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and cousins who dearly loved him. Jude is preceded in death by his siblings Julia McCann, Alverda Edwards, Robert and Carlton (Babe) Seilhan, and grandson Mason R. Seilhan. A graduate of Iota High School Jude was a self-made man who moved to Marrero, Louisiana with his bride shortly after graduation. A longtime resident of the Westbank Jude was the owner and operator of Field Welding Service. Jude's family was his world. A doting father, husband, grandfather, uncle, and friend who always took the opportunity for spontaneous outings and family gatherings. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting. To know Jude was to love Jude. His warm smile and big hugs will be missed by so, so many. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date for all family and friends to attend. Please help us honor Jude by sharing a Memory on the Tribute Wall at www.ejfieldingfh.com.