Thomas Wayne Mautner

Thomas Wayne Mautner, age 72, a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and current resident of North Richland Hills, Texas, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Thomas graduated from Redemptorist High School in Baton Rouge in 1969. He attended Louisiana State University where he earned a bachelor's degree in accounting in 1973 and went on to earn his license as a Certified Public Accountant in 1975. Thomas wore many hats during his career as a CPA. He began his career in public accounting before opening his own accounting practice. Later, he served as a Controller and CFO for an oil field service company in Lafayette, LA – Petro-Drive Inc. – for 17 years, and eventually went on to open a home building supply company – Parish Home Center – in Zachary, Louisiana in 1996. After selling his company in 2012, Thomas and wife Julie moved back to Lafayette to enjoy their retirement. All the while, Thomas continued to prepare taxes for friends and family. In 2020, they moved to a retirement community in North Richland Hills, TX to spend time with grandchildren there. Thomas loved spending time with his family and friends. He loved everything LSU – football, basketball, baseball, and enjoyed tailgating with friends and family. He also was a fan of the New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans, and Houston Astros. Thomas was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, playing golf and spending time at the beach. He loved cooking for family and friends – especially his famous chicken and sausage gumbo – and was often found enjoying a good cigar and glass of bourbon. Thomas thoroughly enjoyed playing pool with his friends at the retirement community in Texas. He loved country music, and his favorite song was "Love Without End, Amen" by George Strait. Thomas loved making people laugh – especially his grandchildren! He loved his grandchildren dearly and was a proud "Grandpa" and "Papa". Those who knew him will always remember his infectious smile and laughter, as well as his great big bear hugs. Above all else, Thomas loved the Lord. He knew his God as his personal Lord and Savior and instilled that same faith in his children. He was a man of great faith and his love of the Lord carried over to the love he had for his family, and the love his family had for him. Thomas was one of eleven children born to his parents, William John Mautner and Marjorie Grace LeBlanc Mautner. He was the 6th child born into this large loving family. Thomas is survived by his wife Julianne (Julie) F. Mautner of 43 years, son Eric T. Mautner of Baton Rouge, daughter Laurie M. Holmes and husband Greg of North Richland Hills, TX, son Brian W. Mautner and wife Lindsay of Baton Rouge, grandchildren Kaylee Mautner, Nolan Mautner, Lyla Holmes, Bryce Holmes, Alyssa Holmes, and Max Mautner; brother Bill Mautner (Agnes) of Houston, TX, brother Richard Mautner of Morgan City, LA, sister Mary M. Voorhies (Louis) of Baton Rouge, brother Michael Mautner of Perth, Western Australia, sister Nancy M. Boutte (Ricky) of Breaux Bridge, LA, brother Dale Mautner (Janet) of Baton Rouge, brother Carl Mautner (Lois) of Baton Rouge, sister Ellen M. Rivera (Jaime) of Harlingen, TX, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents William John Mautner and Marjorie Grace LeBlanc Mautner, brother James Mautner, brother Paul Mautner, and nephew Taylor Mautner. Pallbearers: Ricky Ferrara, Peter Ferrara Jr, Carl Mautner, Travis Mautner, LJ Voorhies, Douglas Ferrara, Dale Mautner, and Greg Holmes. Honorary Pallbearers: Michael Mautner, Nolan Mautner, Bryce Holmes, Max Mautner. A visitation for Thomas will be held Friday, May 10, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70815. A visitation will occur Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70815. A funeral service will occur Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00 AM, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70815. A burial will occur at Greenoaks Memorial Park, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70815.