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1932
DIED
2011
Gerard LeRouge Obituary
CHALMETTE - Gerard Earl "Jerry" LeRouge, born on February 13, 1932, and died on Saturday, February 05, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Constance Penter LeRouge and the "Jewels in his Crown" Jerri Candebat and her husband Tommy, Cindy Franatovich and her husband David, Joey LeRouge and his wife Kathy, Stephen LeRouge and Julie Ginart. He is the grandfather of Scott Candebat (Traci), Stephanie McElroy (Chris), David Franatovich Jr., Dustin Franatovich (Kelli), Dara Franatovich, Ailene LeRouge, Ryan LeRouge, Katie Lyn LeRouge and Kyle LeRouge. He is the great grandfather of Logan, Maddy, McKenzie, Lawson, Elise and Luke. He is also survived by many cousins, in-laws, nieces and nephews whom he loved very much. He was preceded in death by his parents Bertha Bourgeois and Joseph "Dutch" LeRouge, his brother Joseph LeRouge and sister Audrey LeRouge Landry.
Jerry enjoyed his childhood living in the 9th ward of New Orleans. He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. He married in 1956, and a year later he and Connie moved to Chalmette where they lived until 2005. He made many wonderful friends as a member of the Packenham Neighbors, St. Bernard Jubilees, AARP, Happy Time Squares, VFW, Metairie Gang and Prince of Peace Church. He was an honorary Girl Scout and a 5-year leader for Boy Scout Troop 49. Helping with school projects was his specialty! As a prayerful Catholic, he lead a Renew Group, took part in the Cursillo Movement, made several Manresa Retreats, conducted Evenings for the Engaged, served two terms as president of Prince of Peace Parish Council, attended Marriage Encounter Weekend and ushered front/center for Pope John Paul II during his visit to the Superdome. Before his retirement, he was employed as a salesman for L.L. Ridgeway.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, February 10th from 9:00AM ? 1:30PM, followed by a Funeral Mass beginning at 1:30PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.
In lieu of flowers, please enjoy a delicious meal with your family in Jerry's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerard LeRouge
Charlie Deubler, Jr.
February 2, 2022
It's hard to believe Uncle Jerry entered His Kingdom so many years ago. I was sharing with my wife, our children and a St. Claude Heights friend just a couple of days ago. We were comparing the canal and pipeline in Arabi to the alley and servitude in Vista with one another. Then we started naming neighbors. From there came memories, all sorts. Uncle Jerry and the family were so fondly remembered. It's just so coincidental that such detailed memories appeared.
Thanks Uncle Jerry and Family for being so wonderful to our Vista Families.
May Uncle Jerry continue his work for our Lord and greet those who join him with open arms.
February 23, 2011
Dear Connie, Rick and I were so sorry to learn of Jerry's passing. He was such a good natured person with a kind heart. We know that he will be sadly missed by you and your family. We know he is in heaven and we will keep him in our thoughts and prayers. We will also keep you and your family in them as well. God bless you,
Rick and Joy Tonry
February 11, 2011
Our family is very sorry for your loss. From the Miller Family. We are glad that we had the chance to see you guys at Rocky's a few months ago. He will be missed. Adele, Charles & Kelly.
Tina Reeves Chiasson
February 10, 2011
To the LeRouge family. Mr. Jerry was a kind, wonderful man that made the world a better place. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I keep your family in my prayers and your Dad was loved.
Susan Smith Hemelt
February 10, 2011
"Aunt" Connie, Cindy, Jerrilee and family ~
What a wonderful example of a loving famiy you have been and are to the rest of us. I know a great deal of that love, foundation, stability is because of this man. Your world, my world, our world was made richer because he was a part of it. He will be forever missed.
My love & prayers,
Susan Smith Hemelt & family
Douglas Degan
February 10, 2011
Connie and Family,
I know my mother Joyce sure had some good times with you & Jerry over the years. Anytime someone would mention my mothers name it would be followed up by a smile and I know the same thing happens when talking about Jerry. I know how close my mother was to the LeRouge family her entire life; literally from her birth on and I send my condolences to you and your family.
February 10, 2011
cindy, we are so sorry to hear of your loss you and your family are in our prays... god bless you and your family ms. robbie and kevin maynard
February 9, 2011
Dear Connie and Family; Please accept my sincerist condolances for the passing of Jerry. He was a dear friend of mine and many others employed at Mason-Rust during the 60's. Sorry I was not able to attend his funeral but I extend my best to you and your family.
God Bless Rich "Whitey" Osborne
Marie Blanchard
February 9, 2011
Connie, Cindy Jerrilee and family,
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you in this time of sorrow. Remember all the happy times your family and friends always had with all of you. All my love, Marie and family
Darlene & Ralph Porche
February 9, 2011
Cindy, Jerri & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time. God's love will sustain you.
"For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death."
Romans 8:2
Lovingly,
Lena Bridley
February 9, 2011
My deepest sympathy,from your co-worker.
Lena
February 9, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to you & your entire family of your loss. Hold your memories close to your heart.
Always, Maris Dean
Mary Ann Perez
February 9, 2011
Sorry to here of your fathers death. Our father has called him home to be with him. I know how you are feeling. We never feel like we have had enough time with our parents. My God have mercy on his soul.
Mary Ann and Patrick Perez
Treasa Knight
February 9, 2011
Cindy we are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you, Dara and your family and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Love, The Knights
Treasa, Lonnie, Brandi & Chris
February 9, 2011
Memories are a legacy of Love,
Magic happens when two hearts become connected and memories can never be erased. I'm so sorry for your loss. He is not alone and neither are you. Evelyn Despaux Chalmette, LA
Sharon and Phil Barnett
February 9, 2011
We want to express our deepest sympathy to the entire LeRouge family. Although you are hurting may your memories of him keep you smiling.
Larry and Bunny Dean
February 9, 2011
Ms. Connie and entire LeRouge family,
We were deeply sadden to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 9, 2011
Joey,
I never had the pleasure to meet your father but reading his notice in the Lafayette paper I have decided that he must have been one heck of a guy. Everyone here at MTI sends condolences.
Pat Kane
Mavis Tortorich
February 9, 2011
Cindy, and all of the LeRouge family,
Sending condolences on your loss. May the wonderful memories you have help you through these sad days.
Cindy (Puddy) and Gary Kooke
February 9, 2011
You were much loved and will be greatly missed by many!!!
Peggy Perniciaro
February 8, 2011
My condolences to the LeRouge Family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow.
Rick Romero
February 8, 2011
Mrs Connie, Joey and the rest of the family. I am so sorry for your loss. We may not have kept up with each other through the years but you and Jerry were never far from my heart. I loved him very very much and have him to thank for every sucess in my career and for the man I am today. Because my father died when I was so young, Jerry was the one who taught me the right way to do business and life. He was truly a man with biggest heart and his love for you, his family, filled his heart.
Mrs Connie remember when you and Jerry taught my daughter to read using the "The Foot Book", on one of our visits to your house, that is one of my daughter's earliest memories (she is now 21)and it made such an impression on her that she bought the book this past Christmas for her 3 year old niece and told her that this very nice man and woman had taught her how to read with the same book and she wanted to do the same for her.
I cannot express to you enough how special Jerry was to me and for the love I will always have for him in my heart, May our Lord God continue to bless you all, and RIP my friend!!!
Johnny &Carolyn Gauthier
February 8, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
February 8, 2011
We were glad to get the meet the rest of the Le Rouge family at the reunion when my wife was pregnant with our first child. It is sad to see them pass. Our condolences to my godfathers family.
Christian & Michelle Le Rouge
Elaine Kiefer
February 8, 2011
Aunt Connie, Jerri, Cindy, Joey and Stephen,
I am so blessed to have had all of you in my life. I will cherish all the childhood memories spent with the LeRouges, especially Uncle Jerry's big bear hugs and great sense of humor. He was so much fun. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Moose (Elaine Bouche Kiefer)
Tina Montalbano Paretti
February 8, 2011
Some people pass through this world and leave it just as they found it, but people like "Mr. Jerry" take the time to do special things for others that make the world more beautiful.
Thank you my friend for giving others hope and for making a difference.
May your "Great Light" continue to shine among our Heavenly Father and his Angels.
My Deepest Sympathy,
Tammy Reeves Thomas
February 8, 2011
What a wonderful Man and neighbor!! I had the pleasure of growing up across the street from him and his awesome family, and can say without hesitation that he was by far the happiest man I have ever known. He always had a smile on his face and a nice thing to say to everyone who had the pleasure of meeting and knowing him.
He will be truly missed by everyone who was blessed enough to know him! My condolences to Mrs. Connie, Jerrilyn, Cindy, Joey and Stephen, Scott, Stephanie and all of his wonderful family members.
With love,
Mickey & Cleve Jackson
February 8, 2011
Jerry and Connie are a special couple and knew the true meaning of friendship. Cleve and I
Anna Montalbano Luwisch
February 8, 2011
"To the Le Rouge Family, Our Condolences, Mr. Jerry (BIG DADDY) was
very special part of our Family. Many happy times fill our memories with
the Le Rouge Family. Big Daddy was a "Gem" who will live in our hearts.
We are very lucky to call The Le Rouge's our extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you." ......Anna (Mimi) Montalbano Luwisch
February 8, 2011
To the entire LeRouge family, especially the Franatovich part of the family. I want to send my thoughts and prayer to all of you. I know with the closeness of the entire family you will get through this trying time with strength and fine rememebrance of such a great man and loved one.
Cindy and Dara I am so proud of both of you for being so strong for your Dad and Poppa in his time of need. I am sure he felt your love for him and will be looking down on all of you to guide and direct you in any way that he can. Please know that I am here for you if you need me. Love you both.
Sandra Gerage
Janie Place
February 8, 2011
Miss Connie,
I remember the many visits you paid to my sweet mother "Dottie"and the love of her life,"Jimmy". Mom and Jimmy spoke so kindly of you and Jerry. Miss Connie, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. My thoughts are with you and your family in this time of grief. My mom and Jimmy are dancing with the angels in heaven and welcome another angel to join them..God Bless.
Janie
Marilyn Prejean
February 8, 2011
Joey and Kathy:
May God's peace be with you and your family during this time.
Glenn Bordelon
February 8, 2011
My condolences to the LeRouge family. I had the pleasure of working with Jerry in the late 70's and enjoyed his wit and energy.
Charlie Deubler Jr
February 8, 2011
To the Entire LeRouge Family:
It is with deep sympathy that I express my feelings to acknowledge the passing of Uncle Jerry. Ever since a kid, I knew he was a funny guy, totally harmless, and non-confrontational, and that I so dearly appreciated. Uncle Jerry was an active part of the community, never trying to take front stage, but always able to make a bad moment seem so fun. I know he will be missed dearly by the family.
I will continue to pray that he joins the other guardian angels your family has protecting you and that the family is able to move past these times and continue to grow.
May the Lord's blessings be with each and every one of you.
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