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1940
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2011
Julian Lafitte Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA - Mr. Jay Lafitte passed away on September 29, 2011 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Mansfield, LA on June 10, 1940. He grew up in Many, LA and resided in Shreveport, LA the majority of his life.
Jay served in the Army National Guard of Louisiana from 1963 to 1969. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the El Karubah Shrine.
A longtime active member of Kingston Road. Baptist Church, formerly Morningside Baptist Church, Jay served on the staff in various capacities.
Jay was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Mattie Bell LeFeat.
He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Jimmie Ruth Lafitte; his children, Scott Solice and Kim, Kevin LeFeat and Sonya, Michael Solice and Jackie, Kimberly Murray and Ken, Keith LeFeat and Mona, Cynthia Terry and Mike, Kristina Boie and Stephen; brother Billie Ray LeFeat; sisters Johnnie Belle LeFeat and Wanda Sue Ritter;17 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the caring staff of Heritage Manor South.
Honoring Jay as pallbearers will be grandsons Daniel M. Vines, Danny L. LeFeat, Ryan S. Solice, Nathan A. Vines, Jordan B. Solice and Korey L. LeFeat.
Honorary pallbearers are his sons and sons-in-law.
Services will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, October 3, 2011 at Rose-Neath Southside with Rev. Leland Crawford, Rev. Trey Lewis and Rev. Woody Janise. Graveside services will follow at Florien Cemetery, Florien, LA at 1 p.m. Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 2, 2011 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Rose-Neath Southside.
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Memories and Condolences
for Julian Lafitte
Sherry Solice -Malone
October 16, 2011
So sorry too hear about your lost. Wish I have known sooner. Mother and the family would have been there. I was introduced to him several times and thought he was a wonderful man. Aunt Jimmie Ruth it's seems like you and your family was so blessed. We love you, Joann, Ricky,Randy,Kym, and me, Sherry Solice.
Stephanie Ivy
October 8, 2011
Jay was a very remarkable man. He will always have a special place in my heart. Your family has always been like a 2nd family to me and you will be in my prayers.
Priscilla Pittman
October 4, 2011
Wishing you peace and the comfort of your warm memories.
Priscilla Eichler Pittman
FPHS60
Sharon & Jim Beason
October 3, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sherry Conlan
October 3, 2011
Jimmy Ruth,
May you and your family feel God's peace and presence during this time of sorrow.
Sherry Aubrey Conlan
FPHS 1960
October 3, 2011
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOU FAMILY.YOUR OLD HIGH SCHOOL MATE. VIRGINIA CHANDLER ALEXANDER
October 3, 2011
Jimmy Ruth, My life has been blessed for knowing Jay . He was a great Christian man and we know he is at rest now. He will be missed by all , but he is now serving the Lord. May God bless you and your family in your time of sorry. I love you and will be praying for you. Chuck Boudreau
Larry Richardson
October 2, 2011
Carolyn and I are thinking and praying for each of you during this horrible loss.
Jane Kelly
October 2, 2011
Scott, Cindy, and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Will be thinking of all of you tomorrow.
roselane Magee-Polnick
October 2, 2011
Dear Jimmie Ruth,
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers in the loss of your loved one.
Roselane Magee-Polnick
FPHS Class 0f '60
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Betsy Coy Crown
October 2, 2011
Jay was a tremendous friend. I carry his voice, jokes, and his love for his family in my memory. Thanks for being such a great friend. My prayers and thoughts go to Jimmie Ruth and the kids
Lynn & Cheryl Riley
October 2, 2011
The Rileys are remembering you & praying for you. Jay was my bud & partner in crime. He was always there & willing to do whatever needed to be done & was the only guy who could eat more than me!! I will always treasure his sweet spirit & friendship. We love you.
Rhonda Collinsworth
October 2, 2011
Papaw J you will truly be missed. You were such a wonderful person. Heather, Heidi and I loved you dearly. Jimmie, we love you dearly also, you and Papaw J mean soo much to our family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers!
Greg Holder
October 2, 2011
Jimmie Ruth and Family, my heart goes out to each of you during your time of loss. Jay will sincerely be missed. Each of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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