Name: Visitation for Darrell Wade "Papa" Goudeau
Start: 2014-07-06T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-07-07T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home - Baton Rouge

Darrell "Papa" Wade Goudeau, native and resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at the age of 77. His greatest loves were his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Darrell was a graduate of Roger Williams University, a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Dominican Order, a Roman Catholic Religious Order, and a 3Rd Degree Member of Knights of Columbus Council 8601 and retired from AT&T. He served as Treasurer of TELCO Credit Union, was a former Chairman of Osher, Lifelong Learning Institute at LSU, a veteran of the US Army, and member the American Legion Post 38. He served as Eucharistic Minister for St. Joseph Hospice at the Carpenter House and Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, and as chairman of the Bereavement Group for Life Source Hospice. Darrell is survived by his wife, Diane P. Goudeau; three daughters, Darilyn G. Murphy, Jean G. Moore and husband Jerry, and Kimberly R. Vowell and husband Kevin; two sons, Mike Goudeau and wife Kara, and Brett Merritt and wife Stacey; 13 grandchildren, Heather Jenny and husband Jeremy, Eric Murphy, Robbie Moore and wife Shelley, Lane Moore and wife Lacey, Amanda Slay, Parker Moore, Brandon Goudeau, Ashley Goudeau, Morgan Merritt, Brooke Merritt, Cole Merritt, Reagan Vowell and Hollis Vowell; three great-grandchildren, Brooklyn Goudeau, Bryson Goudeau, and Tucker Moore; and brother, Eugene Goudeau. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Louise Jones Goudeau; parents, Wade and Sadie Goudeau, and brother, Wallace Goudeau. Visiting hours will be observed at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., on Sunday, July 6, 2014 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Visiting will resume at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 12424 Brogdon Ln., on Monday, July 7, 2014 from 9:00 am until service time. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am conducted by Father Matt Dupre. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Interment will follow in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph Hospice Carpenter House, 10615 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA 70809. Family and friends may sign the online memorial or leave personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

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Published by The Advocate from Jul. 3 to Jul. 6, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Darrell Goudeau

27 Entries

Alan Phipps

July 12, 2014

I enjoyed getting to know Darrell at our annual Dominican Laity retreats in Rosaryville, especially our discussions and lively debates. I will remember him fondly and will offer my prayer for him and for the consolation of his family, whom he loved so much. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord, and let your perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.

Jurie Folse

July 7, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Darrell's passing. I have been friends with Kim Vowell since kindergarten, and my heart and prayers go out to her, Mrs. Diane, and his whole family for their loss. I know he was a very special man and a wonderful Papa. May his kindness and legacy live on through his children and grandchildren. Much love.

Jurie Folse

July 7, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Darrell's passing. I have been friends with Kim Vowell since kindergarten, and my heart and prayers go out to Mrs. Diane & Kim and the rest of his family. Such a sweet man and Papa. May he rest in peace and in joy with our Lord.

Anne and Larry Robichaux

July 7, 2014

Sorry to hear of you lost. Darrel was a nice person.

Gerald Ditta

July 6, 2014

There are no adequate words that could begin to express My heartfelt feelings about My lifelong FRIEND since I was 11 years old and We were neighbors! I feel that a part of Me is lost and in disbelief!! Darrell was a wonderful Man and will be sorely missed by Family and friends. My sincere condolences to ALL that made Darrell the lovable person that he was and will NEVER be forgotten! god Bless Darrell and His ENTIRE family and multitude of friends. I know that He will be watching over ALL of us with Jesus Christ in Heaven!! I LOVE You Man!!!!

Gerald & Carolyn Ditta

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July 6, 2014

Darrell is a great guy. He always livened us up at the Carpenter House.We will miss him greatly. Tom Denton Chaplain TCH

Ralph Drouin

July 6, 2014

My condolences to the Goudeau family. I had the pleasure of working for him at the Harding Blvd office.

Lillian Roussel Robison

July 6, 2014

The Roussel family sends our condolences. Me. Darryl worked many years with our dad Adrien Roussel at South Central Bell. He was a very dear friend to all of us.

July 6, 2014

Darrell was one of the kindest, dearest, most interesting "best friend" a person could want.
He was tireless and gifted and a born Saint.
I will really miss you Darrell.
Charles "Bubba" Crochet

Louise Lejeune Morgan

July 6, 2014

Darilyn and Mike my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Don't know if you remember me from New Roads went to school together.

Mary Vought

July 5, 2014

I will always remember Darrell smiling. I think that was his mission as an usher at St. Patrick-- to make everyone feel welcome & special. Darrell is a dear, sweat man.Diane, you made him so very happy again.

Fred Skal Jr

July 5, 2014

Your work here is done its time for you to let someone make you happy now. God bless.

SKAL FAMILY

July 5, 2014

THANKS FOR EVRYTHING YOU HAVE TAUGHT US. GOD BLESS AND WE LOVE YOU.

ENJOY THE BETTER SIDE

FRED SKAL

July 5, 2014

A FRIEND A MENTOR THAT SHOWED ME "THE WAY" TO LIVE MY LIFE WITH LOVE AND KINDNESS. YOU WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH. LOVE ALWAYS AND GOD BLESS

Martha Oubre

July 5, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of my good friend Darrell. He was a wonderful man and he was a great friend as well.
I will never forget all that he did for me when I worked for him at AT&T. He was always kind, compassionate, and a true gentleman.
Please extend my sympathy to your entire family and let them know how much I share their sadness at this time.

July 2008 Rite of Admission Veritas Dominican Laithy

July 5, 2014

Darrell always filled the room with a giant smile even after his long trip from Baton Rouge to New Orleans to attend our Veritas Dominican Laity meetings each month. Darrell was so proud when he made his commitment to join the Dominican Laity that he brought his family with him from Baton Rouge for the ceremony. He had wonderful knowledge of his Catholic faith which he shared with us. We will miss his love and big heart and look forward to seeing him one day in heaven.
John and Elsa Hodges
New Orleans

Kara Goudeau

July 5, 2014

Papa....you were so truly loved...I was so proud as you always introduced or spoke of me as "your favorite daughter inlaw" your legacy will surely continue through your grand kids and great grand kids . I have been so blessed to be part of the Goudeau family .....missing you already but always in my heart.??

Kathy McCoy

July 5, 2014

I met Darrell through my neighbor Tootsie Lacour. He was always smiling and had a good story to tell. I admired him for his hospital work and his zest for life. My sympathies to his family. RIP Darrell.

Chantelle Collier

July 4, 2014

May Darrell's love of life, compassion for others, and his strong spiritual life continue through his children and grandchildren. May the memories you have of him carry you through the difficult days ahead. Our community has certainly lost a very sincere and genuine man. Your family will remain in my prayers.

Teri Thomas

July 4, 2014

We will miss you Papa! You were a great man and gave so much to so many. You knew how to light up a room with your beautiful smile, make everyone feel loved, laugh out loud and just be silly and enjoy life. I can see you already making our loved ones that have passed on, laughing and joking. Please give them a hug and kiss for us. We love you Papa! Until we meet again??

July 4, 2014

was so shocked to hear the news.
blessing to all the family.
ray and ruth amond

Pierre Landaiche

July 4, 2014

Old neighbor on Wilton Dr. and member of Foxy's, where I reconnected with him. He was always joyful and full of life. Enjoyed reviewing the years past and present. Love and Blessings to the family. Ted and Mollie Landaiche

Gail Duncan

July 4, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

July 4, 2014

My dear friend for over 25 years I will truly miss him. My condolences to his wife Diane and his wonderful family that he was so proud of!!!! Your friend, Gloria Nemeth

Brenda Vincent

July 4, 2014

To the family, we will miss Darrell he was a wonderful man. We will also miss our Sunday morning hugs at mass. We will keep you all in our prayers. May God bless you all at this time.

Linnella & Randy Garrett

July 4, 2014

You loved your family !! You loved your friends !! And WE ALL loved you in return !!! Rest well my dear friend, your work here is done !!!

July 4, 2014

We always thought of Mr. Darrell as part of our family. He was a wonderful friend to my parents and called Myra and I his "adopted daughters." We will miss him and will keep his loved ones are in our prayers.
Jeff, Tommie Jean, Danny, Matt, and Mike Edwards

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