Kenneth Jerome Champagne Sr.

Kenneth Jerome Champagne, Sr., "Rookie", ascended peacefully into heaven at the age of 89, on Monday, August 31, 2020. Rookie was born in Taft, LA and resided in Norco, LA for the past 65 years. Rookie is survived by his son Kenneth "Kenny" Champagne, Jr., his wife, Alanea Schexnayder Champagne, and their children Abby and Nikki, as well as his daughter-in-law, Penny Heurtin Champagne, wife of the late Tommy Paul Champagne, and their daughters, Justine, Bridget, and Taylor. Rookie is also survived by his son, Mickey Charles Champagne. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Elma Mury Champagne, son Tommy Champagne, mother Ethel "Noonie" Elersaw Champagne, father Clarence "Waterboy" Champagne, and brothers Donald and Melvin "Waterboy" Champagne. Rookie was a Korean War veteran, serving in the army's 28th General Hospital. Upon completion of his military service, Rookie began working for Shell Oil Norco, serving as a member of the OCAW-4-750 and retiring after 30 years of employment. Rookie was an avid hunter and fisherman and a founding member of the Saint Rose Hunting and Fishing Club, where he shared many of his most enjoyable moments with dear friends. Above all else, he cherished the time spent with his wife, sons, and granddaughters. Although Rookie will be missed, we are rejoicing in his heavenly reunion with his wife, Elma and son, Tommy. Visitation will be held at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 401, Spruce Street, Norco, LA on Friday, September 4, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., immediately followed by a Catholic mass. Cremation to follow services with interment at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Heart Association. To share memories and condolences with the family, please visit www.HCAlexander.com.