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Harry Arden Todd Jr.

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Harry Todd Obituary

Harry Arden Todd, Jr. passed away after a short struggle with cancer on Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at the age of 66, a native of Shreveport and a resident of Greenwell Springs. Harry was a graduate of LSU and a retired state employee with over 43 years of service under the Division of Administration. He was a gifted and talented musician on numerous instruments but especially the trumpet and cornet. He was an avid environmentalist with a love of nature; his main hobbies included canoeing and kayaking, also a longtime member of the Bayou Haystackers and the Sierra Club. Music was his passion, especially the blues and soul music. He is survived by his wife of 42 years; Lana Cantrell Todd, daughter; Carrie Todd Yelverton and spouse Eric, granddaughters; Aubrey Dale Yelverton and Camryn Elizabeth Yelverton, brother; Victor A. Todd and spouse Cindy, sisters-in-law; Terry Seal and Janice O'Connor and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great- great nieces and nephews along with cousins and many good friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Harry A.Todd,Sr. and Robbie Samuelson Todd, sister; Trudy Nannette Todd and brother; Michael Flynn Todd. Visiting will be Sunday, Nov. 6, at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East 11000 Florida Blvd. starting at 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Honorary pallbearers will be; Greg Blair, Scott Blair, Brent Misita, George O'Connor, Jr., Vic Todd, Jr., Rusty Todd and Michael Todd, Jr. Donations in Harry's name may be made to The Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation or Hospice of Baton Rouge. Special thanks to the care and compassion shown by Hospice of Baton Rouge.

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Published by The Advocate from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Harry Todd

24 Entries

January 6, 2017

Happy 43rd Anniversary Baby - Love you and miss you so much. Your daughter and grandbabies are missing you too. I sent a dozen prayers and kisses to heaven today to you. Love you always.

November 18, 2016

Lana, I am so sorry. You and Harry are in my thoughts and prayers. Josie

November 18, 2016

Lana, I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Beth Hatton Broome

Marla Todd

November 18, 2016

Wishing you peace and love.

I will remember his smile. I will remember the way he could talk about anything - and always be sharp, and smart, and funny. Harry was brilliant in such a wonderful Harry-kind-of-way. I'll remember how much he loved Lana and Carrie.
The world needs more Harrys.
xoxoxo

Beverly Holden Craig

November 18, 2016

Lana, Carrie & family,
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Harry, I know just how irreplaceable he is to you all. Lana, in this day, a 42 year marriage is a testament to the lasting love you had for each other, a major success in this life. Carrie & Camryn will carry it forward. Love you, my friend! Beeber

Marita Woodruff

November 10, 2016

Knew Harry for many years at DOA, a gentle soul. He will be well received on the other side.

Frank Kendrick

November 9, 2016

Harry was a great guy. Very easy going, kind and smart person. I'm shocked and saddened by his passing. He will be missed.

Wesley Smith

November 6, 2016

Read of his passing too late to be there for him. Harry was a good man and friend. He will be missed by many more than he thinks. Good rest dear friend and enjoy that beautiful kayak in the sky.

sharon zito

November 6, 2016

so sorry for your loss.

Richard Hartman

November 6, 2016

My condolences to Harry's family and friends. I think Harry's last paddle trip was with me and a number of Haystackers on Magee's Creek...

George Underwood

November 6, 2016

Harry was a great co-worker and a good friend. He had a sharp wit and many interesting tales to tell. I will remember him often. Many thoughts and prayers to Lana and Carrie.

Dottie Newsom

November 5, 2016

Lana and Carrie I am so sorry to hear of your loss I love you guys so much and know he will be well missed.

Martina Ellis

November 5, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. Harry started the "Choupique" paddle on Blind River which is now a spring tradition for haystackers. He loved that paddle especially when there was a trash fish tournament & new paddlers got to see the odd creatures that came from those waters. He was fun, kind & helpful. He'll be missed.

Ann Hager

November 5, 2016

My friend, sure enjoyed our adventures together! Thinking of you and Lana. Prayers

November 5, 2016

To the Todd family, I am so
sorry for your loss. I will always remember fun paddle trips with Harry!! Paddle on, Harry, paddle on! Tom Dumas, a fellow Bayou Haystackers member.

DARRYL PRY

November 5, 2016

Paddle on Harry.
BHPC

Robin Shabel

November 5, 2016

Lana and Carrie....so sorry for your loss..
May God give u peace and comfort you during this time

Rachel Anselmo

November 5, 2016

Lana, I am so sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to you and to Carrie and all your family. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Marilyn Guild

November 5, 2016

Lana, my heart breaks for you. I pray for comfort for you and your family and send my love.

Jane

November 5, 2016

Lana so sorry for the loss of your husband. Julia has told me about the health struggles both of you've had. Prayers for you and family. Jane C. Rester

Debbie Kirkland

November 5, 2016

We are praying for you and your family. We are so sorry, Carrie.

Emily Phelps

November 4, 2016

Aunt Lana and Carrie, I'm so sorry about Mr. Harry. I will be praying for all of you through this time. Love you both.
Emily Knight Phelps

November 4, 2016

We'll miss you, Uncle Harry.

November 4, 2016

I miss you so my love! Lana

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