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Kirby Jarreau Obituary

Kirby J. Jarreau, a resident of New Roads, Louisiana, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at the age of 79. Kirby was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. He retired as Chief of Police of New Roads after 38 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, playing poker at the casino, and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jenny Jarreau; children, Kirk D. Jarreau, William Jarreau, David R. Jarreau (Jamie), and Dixie Green (Chris); grandchildren, Kaleb Jarreau (Kimberly), Alexis Schmitt (Aaron), Alexandra Jarreau (Kenneth), Lindsey McGrew (Zach), Christian Green, Hayes Green, Benton Green, and Sutton Green; sister, Marie Adams (Steve); brother-in-law Michael Kelley; and Godchild, Willett Bizette. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gacien and Iva Jarreau; and siblings, Angelina Jarreau, Roy Jarreau, and Linda Kelley. A visitation will be held at Niland's Funeral Home in New Roads on Thursday, September 21, 2023 from 5 pm until 9 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 12 noon. Burial will follow at False River Memorial Park.

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Published by The Advocate from Sep. 20 to Sep. 22, 2023.

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Jeff Wesley

September 14, 2024

I was thinking about Kirby just the other day. We always had such a great time at the chiefs conventions. No one could dance like Kirby! He was such a good and kind soul, who loved Jenny with every beat of his heart. I sure miss my friend.

Dixie Jarreau Green

September 28, 2023

You will always be my Hero. Love you daddy.

Clarissa Matthews

September 28, 2023

Chief you will truly be missed!

Dedra newton Newton

September 26, 2023

So sorry for your loss, prayers for you and your entire family,Dedra Miller Newton

Tammy Jarreau DnL

September 25, 2023

Mrs. Jenny my condolences for the loss of Mr. Kirby. Y´all were another set of parents to me. I have some very fond memories of fishing out by the locks on False River with Mr. Kirby and William, along with the other fishing trips we all took. They loved laughing at me fighting those big goo or the striped bass. I won´t forget that laugh. You´re always in my heart. All my love and prayers to y´all. Kindly, DNL-Tammy Jarreau

R Powers

September 24, 2023

One of the greatest man I´ve ever known. Rest Easy Mr. Kirby. I know you received your crown once you arrived to heaven.

Glenn Daniel

September 21, 2023

Kirby helped me get on with the New Roads Police Department and really looked out and took care of me while I worked there. I will never forget what a good and kind man he was and will surely miss him. May God bless Kirby's family

Bobby Jarreau

September 21, 2023

So sorry to hear about Kirby my prayers are with his family may he rest in peace.

AW Knaps Jr.

September 21, 2023

To all the Jarreau Family. I am saddened to learn of Kirby's passing. All of you are in my prayers. Sincerely, AWKnaps Jr.

Jeff and Cindy Wesley

September 20, 2023

Our sincere condolences. Kirby was a one-of-a-kind. Such a good man. We are keeping each of you in our prayers.

Lorraine Langlois

September 20, 2023

My deepest sympathy for his entire family. He was a hard worker since his early years in the fields to serving and protecting our town for 38 years. He was so kind and friendly to everyone he meet. I enjoyed seeing him have fun at the poka machines at Paragon Casino every week for years. He will be sadly missed by many. Sending prayers

Mike Kelley

September 20, 2023

Me, my wife Linda and Kirby used to fish the lighthouse canal on False River, and we would catch stripers and record Goo Fish. Kirby was the one that told me to start using live crawfish. We would enjoy our day fishing together. He would also tell us stories of how he grew up around New Roads as a Young Man. You will be missed Kirby. With love, Your brother-in-law Mike

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21

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Niland's Funeral Home in New Roads

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22

Mass of Christian Burial

12:00 p.m.

St. Mary Catholic Church

LA

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210 West End Drive P.O. Drawer 220, New Roads, LA 70760

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