George Noel Magnon, Jr.

LAFAYETTE - Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at an 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial in St. Pius X Catholic Church for George Noel Magnon, Jr., 72, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 18, 2011 at his residence in Lafayette.

Interment will be in Lafayette Memorial Park Cemetery.

Reverend Steve LeBlanc, Pastor of St. Pius X Catholic Church, will be the Celebrant of the funeral Mass and will conduct the funeral services. Lectors will be Lecia Magnon, Missy Magnon and Carol Magnon. Giftbearers will be Madeline Magnon, Jenna Partimbene and Allison Magnon. Madeline Magnon and Denise Brignac will sing for the services, "Ave Maria", "You Are Mine", "Taste and See", "I Have Loved You", "On Eagles' Wings" and "Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling".

Mr. Magnon is survived by his beloved wife, the former Barbara Nell Broussard of Scott ; three sons, Brett Magnon and his wife, Lecia, Thomas Jason Magnon and his wife, Carol and Wendell Magnon and his wife, Missy; one daughter, Marla Magnon Partimbene and her husband, Laurent; one brother, Laurent Charles Magnon; and seven grandchildren, Allison and Blake Magnon, Matthew Magnon, Madeline and Braydon Magnon, Jenna and Alexandre Partimbene all of Lafayette, LA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Noel Magnon, Sr. and Vera Mae Bertrand Magnon.

George, Jr. was a native, life-long resident and prominent businessman of Lafayette, the son of the late George Noel Magnon, Sr. and Vera Mae Bertrand. He graduated from Cathedral Catholic School in 1956 and was a State All American in football. After high school he entered the Marine Corp and married Barbara Nell Broussard. George Jr. followed in his fathers footsteps and continued the family business, Magnon Electric, Inc, established in 1945 by his father, he then retired in 1991. Today the business is still owned and operated by family.

He served eight years in the United States Marine Corps, was a member of the NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association) and also served as the National Director of FMCA. Mr. Magnon was also active in many organizations and clubs, especially those involving the outdoors, including Crusing Cajuns Camping Club, The Outlaws Camping Club, The Rejects Camping Club and the "Friends" Camping Club. He was also an avid fisherman and belonged to the Lafayette Bass Masters and loved boats and being on the water. Mr. Magnon was a devoted Catholic and supported the Brothers of De La Salle and the Discalced Carmelite Sisters faithfully. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to all and will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

Pallbearers will be his sons, Brett Noel Magnon, Thomas Jason Magnon, Wendell Paul Magnon, his grandsons, Braydon Magnon and Blake Magnon. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandsons, Matthew Magnon and Alexandre Partimbene.

A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at 7:00 PM in Martin & Castille's DOWNTOWN Location.

The family requests that visitation be observed on Tuesday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and will continue on Wednesday from 8:00 AM until time of services.

Donations may be made in Mr. Magnon's name to The Discalced Carmelite Sisters, 1250 Carmel Drive, Lafayette, LA. 70501 or to the De La Salle Christian Brothers, 1522 Carmel Drive, Lafayette, LA. 70501

View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com

Martin & Castille - DOWNTOWN, 330 St. Landry Street, Lafayette, LA. 70506, 337-234-2311

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Published by The Advertiser from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for George Magnon

10 Entries

Caren Atkins

September 28, 2011

Barbara, May you find comfort in the memories that are yours and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss. In deepest sympathy.

Billy Toups

September 26, 2011

We are saddened to hear of Mr. Magnon's death. We will keep you in our prayers, Barbara, Marla and the boys. Billy & Lisa Toups

Mike Broussard

September 26, 2011

My condolences to all the family for such a terrible loss. At a time in my life when I was near desperate, and in dire need, George and Barbara were there for my wife and I, like a Godsend, helping us out by renting us their home on Robinhood Circle, then later selling it to us for an extremely reasonable price. I will always be indebted to them for their care and generosity and will certainly continue to keep them in my prayers.
Barbara, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Bryan Gilley

September 23, 2011

My prayers go out to all of the Magnon family. You are such great people. Mr George was a special man and will be missed by many.

Margaret Becker

September 23, 2011

Marla, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our daily thoughts and prayers. ?

Tommy Guillet

September 21, 2011

To the Magnon family
I was deeply saddened to here of the passing of Mr. George.He was a great man and a good friend to all. My sincere condolences to all of you.

September 20, 2011

Barbara: When I read his obituary online this morning I was saddened by the loss and regret deeply that our paths did not cross more frequently. What a beautiful family and life the two of you had. I just wanted you to know that my thoughts are with you. Lucille Magnon Smith, Urbana, Illinois

Alaina Gauthier

September 20, 2011

I wish your family the best during this time, Mr. George was a great man. My prayers are with all of the family.

Tracey Bellaire-Romero

September 20, 2011

My Deepest Sympathies to the Magon Family. Mr. George was a special person and will be deeply missed by many. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Errol Demirsu

September 20, 2011

To the Magon family I send my deepest sympathies.
George was a wonderful individual and he will be missed by all that were fortunate enough to have known him.

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