Robert "Bob" Amedee

AMEDEE Robert "Bob" Amedee, age 91, a finished carpenter by trade, died June 19, 2009. Mr. Amedee was born in Thibodaux, LA and had lived in Metairie for 57 years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Rena Lachney Amedee. Mr. Amedee loved the outdoor sports of hunting rabbits, squirrel, ducks, plus fishing for crabs and crayfish and had great seafood get-togethers with loved ones. He spent many hours building swings, rocking chairs and toys for his immediate family and friends. He served in the U.S. Army and received an honorable discharge. He was a member of the American Legion Post #175 for over 54 years and the Louisiana Carpenters Union Local #1846 for 52 years. Mr. Amedee is survived by his only child, Bobbie Ansalve and husband, Terry; granddaughter, Terri Lynn Casso-Braud; grandson, Robert "Ned" Casso, Jr. and wife Denise. Mr. Amedee was an extraordinary loving PaPaw to his three great-grandsons, Travis Braud, Cameron Casso and Tyler Braud. He also loved his step-great-granddaughters, Taylor and Alyssa Flandmo. To Dr. Howard Martin and the entire staff working at the LA War Veterans Hospital a sincere appreciation for the compassionate attitudes and outstanding care given to Mr. Amedee and all veterans who served in honor of their country. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Friday, June 26, 2009 at 12:00 Noon at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until Mass time. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Please sign online guest book at www.legacy.com.