Albert D. Kidd passed away, after a brief hospitalization and a long life, on June 8 after a visit with family and then with his son at his side. He was 92, a native Baton Rougean and St. Agnes parishioner and was devoted to his family. He is survived by: his wife of 62 years, Rosemary Hennessey Kidd; children, Andre Kidd Smith, John Albert Kidd and Suzanne Kidd; grandchildren, Jennifer Kidd Spears, Elizabeth Kidd, Sean Smith and Erin Smith; and great-grandchildren, Kamryn, Rowyn and Ava Spears. He was preceded in death by: his parents, James M. Kidd, Sr. and Myrtle Dupuy Kidd; son, David James Kidd; brothers James M. Kidd, Jr., and J. Benton Kidd; sister and brother-in-law Ann Kidd Betbeze and Claude A. Betbeze; and lifelong friend, Dr. John B. Atkinson. He was a part of "Old Baton Rouge" and a fixture in the Brusly and West Baton Rouge school communities. A 1943 graduate of Catholic High, he attended LSU and then enlisted in the US Navy in October, 1944. He spent his 18th birthday on a train to boot camp in San Diego. After being discharged from the Navy in 1946, he returned to LSU on the GI Bill and earned his BA and Masters (+30) degrees in Education. He was an avid LSU fan, health conscious, and a lover of opera, the symphony, Rodgers and Hammerstein, astronomy, history, dogs, purple martins, Manresa retreats, and leisurely time spent with his newspaper and coffee. He regaled his family with stories of growing up on St. Philip Street, his many jobs as a young man along Third Street, his service aboard the USS Mercury AKS-20, a combat supply ship, and his 32 years in education in West Baton Rouge as teacher, principal, administrator. After his retirement, many may recall him from his twenty plus years of work with Baton Rouge Pest Control. He was warm, kind and practical and took care of his family. A storyteller with a distinct sense of humor, he remained curious about many subjects and was quick to reflect on how fortunate he felt in life. A visitation will be held at St. Agnes in Baton Rouge on Thursday, June 13, from 9:00 am until the funeral mass, to be held at 11:00 am. Burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. The family thanks Henry Soniat for his friendship and for faithfully bringing our dad Communion. Memorial donations may be made to the organization of your choice. Among his favorites are Catholic High School and St. Vincent de Paul. He is loved and will be missed greatly.

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Published by The Advocate from Jun. 11 to Jun. 13, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Albert Kidd

6 Entries

Barbara Madara (Bess)

June 13, 2019

To the Kidd family,
I have such fond memories of being a new teacher at Lukeville Elementary under Mr. Kidd's guidance. He was so kind and supportive. As I approach my retirement after 38 years of teaching, I have Mr. Kidd to thank for giving me such a positive start to my career. God bless.

Judy Borne Davidson

June 13, 2019

To the entire Kidd family,
I have so many fond memories of babysitting all of you on Aster Street. I wish I had seen Mr. Kidd's obit before tonight because I surely would have come to the wake. Mr. Albert and Mrs. Rosemary were such wonderful people and I always enjoyed visiting with them. The pic in the paper is how I remember him, always with a smile. May God wrap His loving arms around all of you and give you peace and comfort now and in the days ahead.

Christine Cobb

June 13, 2019

To Suzanne,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I know how close you were to ham and your mom. It's never easy to lose someone from our life and to know they are not here on this earth to be with and talk to. But rest assured that he is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Your dad is now in paradise. Grief is hard so give yourself time and know that he is always with you in spirit. He taught you well, I'm sure. Otherwise you wouldn't be such a good person. I'm not going to say "my deepest sympathies, or "my condolences" etc. I'm just going to say to you "I understand".
Prayers for you and your family,
Christine Cobb

Michael Kidd

June 12, 2019

I remember Uncle Al and Aunt Rosemary both so fondly. Very saddened by his passing. Much love to all of you.

June 12, 2019

To Suzanne, My Aunt Ruth Shoptaugh Olive spoke often of your father, and told me he was her last relative of her generation in Baton Rouge. She called to tell me of his passing. I am Ruth Dupuy Shoptaugh's granddaughter, Cathy Shoptaugh. The description of your father's life is of a life beautifully lived and cherished. My prayers are with your family.

Barry Jarreau

June 12, 2019

Offering prayers for a fallen Sailor.

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