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1940
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2012
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Joachim Chachere Obituary
LAFAYETTE - Joachim Richard Chachere, Jr., 72, died on Tuesday, December 25, 2012 at his residence in Lafayette.
He is survived by one sister, Celia C. Foard and her husband, Thomas H. Foard; one brother, John Michael Chachere, Sr.; his namesake and special nephew, Richard Foard as well as several nieces and nephews; his dog, Sammie and his four cats.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Joachim Richard Chachere, Jr. was born in Opelousas, Louisiana to Helen Beaullieu Chachere and Joachim Richard Chachere, Sr.,on February 18, 1940. After high school studies at Marmion Military Academy in Aurora, Illinois, Mr. Chachere attended Georgetown University in Washington, DC, where he served as Freshman Class President. During that time, he also made great use of the rich cultural scene of New York City, especially the art museums, Broadway and the musical theater.
He entered the seminary and studied at the North American College in Rome, Italy during the four years of the 2nd Vatican Council. He was an eyewitness to history-in-the-making- Pope John XXIII's "aggiornamento," "The opening of the windows"- and to the fall of the Berlin Wall. He later was a personal consultant to Josef Cardinal Suenes in Belgium, traveling extensively with him to many countries.
In 1978 Mr. Chachere began his practice in Jungian-oriented therapy, following his own work with John Sanford, Helen Luke and Morton Kelsey. Shortly thereafter, he founded The Acadian Friends of Jung, a lively center of analytical work and friendship where individuals go to find their own introverted centers. He has lectured extensively since that time and the themes of this work found their way into print. He was an author of Legends of the Fall, American Beauty and other pending works and was also a licensed Professional Counselor. Mr. Chachere enjoyed listening to classical music, was a collector of art and was the founder of Friends of Jung. He loved nature, was a rosarian and was especially connected with his love of Cypermort Point. Mr. Chachere will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
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David H. Clarke
December 29, 2012
This man helped me in such meaningful ways. A genuine, vastly experienced and incredibly knowledgeable man, he's left us too soon.
Requiescat in pace, Richard.
+Jude Speyrer
December 28, 2012
Richard, may you rest in peace.
Cammy Beaullieu
December 28, 2012
Dear Celia, John Michael and Families; I'm so sorry to hear about Richard. As I was reading I could hear Richard's calm voice with his smiling face and that laugh to follow. I know when he reaches Our Heavenly Father, he will be welcomed with open arms by many of our own! I will keep you all in my thoughts and in my prayers. Love Cammy
Anne Sonnier
December 27, 2012
Dear Celia, What an amazing brother!
Suzanne Beaullieu Bayard
December 27, 2012
Celia, John Michael and Families; I'm so sorry for your loss. Keep you all in my prayers. Much Love, Suzanne Beaullieu Bayard
Perry Buford
December 27, 2012
May God welcome you home,Richard.I would have loved to have known you.I find it amazing how many outstanding people we have in southwest La.
Judith Hotard
December 27, 2012
To Celia, Mike, and Tom,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of dear Richard. It was such a shock to read of this. I remember discussing opera with him and being so impressed with his knowledge of so many things. Steve and I will remember him in our prayers. With sympathy, Judy Hotard
Ed Villien
December 27, 2012
You have my deepest sympathy.
Lindrea Sealy
December 27, 2012
I am so sorry I didn't get to talk to Richard, my cousin, one more time. It's been years, but I know he would have been fascinating. Peaceful journey, Richard. Perhaps we'll meet again...
M Dawn Frederick
December 27, 2012
With deepest sympathy and prayers to the family, you are all in our thoughts at this time. Richard was a unique and talented person that will be missed. Gay and I have you in our prayers.
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