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Raymond Russell Minchew

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White Oaks Funeral Home

110 S 12Th St

Oakdale, Louisiana

Raymond Minchew Obituary

Beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many, Raymond Russell Minchew passed away in his home in Norcross, Georgia, from natural causes on December 1, 2015. He was born to the union of Marcus Russell Minchew and June Lavern Johnson Minchew in DeQuincy on January 26, 1946, and raised in Oakdale. After high school, he attended La. Tech University and graduated with a Masters Degree in Life Sciences and a Specialist Degree in Education. He was an educator for 22 years where he was loved and respected by his many students. Raymond served honorably in the United States Air Force as a First Lieutenant in the Vietnam era as a B-52 pilot flying many missions including the famous Linebacker 2 missions. Raymond was extremely strong in his Christian faith with our Lord Jesus Christ and had a deep loving impact on all he met. He was a remarkably patient and very caring man. He had a great love for God and our country. In his later years Raymond enjoyed spending time with his family and beloved dogs Sindra and Casper. He also enjoyed studying gemology and practiced jewelry design. Raymond is survived by his mother June Johnson Minchew of Woodworth; two sons, David Minchew and wife Amanda of Baton Rouge, and Daniel Minchew and wife Rebecca of Atlanta, Georgia; one sister, Linda Minchew Odom and husband Jerry of Oakdale; one brother, Mark Minchew of Austin, Texas; and three grandchildren, Christian Raymond Minchew, 14, David Kade Minchew, 7, and Addyson Grace Minchew, 1. He is predeceased by his father Marcus Russell Minchew. Funeral services will be held at 11 am, Saturday, December 5, 2015, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel of Oakdale with the Reverend Ronald LaCombe officiating. Military rites will be conducted by Keesler Air Force Honor Guard. Committal service will follow in Rigmaiden Cemetery of DeQuincy under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale. Friends may call on Saturday, December 5, 2015, from 9 am until time of service in the Funeral Home.

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Published by The Advocate from Dec. 3 to Dec. 5, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Minchew

13 Entries

Steven,Joyce,Nathan & Cristal Dans

December 7, 2015

Some good memories of our families friendship when we all lived in Ruston. Please know that all of your families are in our prayer. God's grace be with you all.

Mark Foretich

December 7, 2015

David and Daniel, I've not seen you since y'all were small, but I now grieve with you and yours. Our world has need of humble Christian warriors like your dad, and our schools have need of such teachers who know that God's creation is a study in miracles. Raymond was/is an inspiration.
SIDE NOTE: In the early 1980s, as I was about to enter college at La Tech with no clue how to study, I asked Raymond how he did it. In less than five minutes, he explained the method he used to earn his 4.0 GPA. Raymond's study method served me well in college and beyond, and those interested may find my description of it by following this link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bw8FUCck2QGLLTFzX085dnVnQmM/view?usp=sharing

A J (Joey) dela Houssaye

December 5, 2015

When I was in the 10th grade at University High back in 1983, Raymond Minchew influenced me profoundly and changed my trajectory in life. Before his class, science was not cool. Afterwards, science was the coolest thing in the world. I remember the insect collections, the plant collection and all the other cool things he had us do. The bees, the Guinea pigs that squealed sporadically during class, the fish, the hamsters and how he loved nature.
He had us dissect cow eyes and I loved it. Little did I know that I would go on to become an ophthalmologist and his class was the first exposure I had to an eye.
I realized, with his insistence, that I was smart. He was the best teacher I ever had, and that is saying a lot. I attended 6 great schools including Louisiana State University, Harvard, Louisiana State University Medical School and residency at Ochsner. I was exposed to lots of great professors but none could compare to Mr. Minchew. He is legend.
I attribute my success to him and I am so thankful that he helped me realize my potential. I love Mr. Minchew!!!!
A very appreciative former student!

Barry Jarreau

December 5, 2015

OFFERING PRAYERS FOR A FALLEN AIRMAN.

Diane and Tony Brooks

December 4, 2015

Daniel, Tony and I were saddened by the news of your father's sudden passing. I know you will miss him greatly. It's clear to us how much love and respect you always had for him, and I'm sure he felt it, too. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time and the coming days as well.

Jeanne Jendrzejewdki

December 4, 2015

I can honestly say that mr munches was ahead of his time as an educator . He was an inspiration to all. His love of science and of humanity was evident throughout his life. Rest in peace Mr, Minchew

Michael Raggio

December 4, 2015

Mr. Minchew was the first to inspire my love of science in general and biology in particular. He was the first to introduce the physiology I use on a daily basis as an Intensive Care Unit physician. He was the first that set me on the path to medicine, and he inspired with his gift for teaching and encouragement. He remains one of the favorite teachers I've ever had, and I've had a few. I'll always be grateful for the excitement he inspired for science and for learning. My prayers will be with his family in their time of loss. May God grant them peace.

Kelley Fontenot Minton

December 4, 2015

David, your dad was one of my favorite teachers. He was so kind, and truly made an impression on so many of his students. Prayers to you and your family.

Yulanda Hartman

December 4, 2015

Linda & Mark so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. I still remember him after all these yrs. Your family will be in my thoughts & prayers for all at this sad time.

Tammy Griffin

December 4, 2015

He was one of my favorite teachers, and I loved his class. He was one of the reasons I became a teacher. I also babysat for David and Daniel several times as well, and it was obvious how much he loved God and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Karen Reed

December 4, 2015

So sorry for your loss. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

December 4, 2015

Linda I am so sorry for your loss, God be with you and the family and keep you strong. Paula Johnson Cather

Terry Welch

December 4, 2015

Mark, Linda, so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I not long ago went thru this with the loss of my brother Neil and know your pain first hand. My prayer go out to you and your family. Tho it has been years since we have seen each other I have thought of all of you often and of your father being my sunday school teacher. Gods strength to the family at this time of loss.

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