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Dexter Soileau Obituary
A memorial service celebrating the life of Dexter Keith Soileau will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 12, 2016, at First United Methodist Church in Pineville with Pastors Ed and Jo Ann Cooper officiating. Eulogies will be given by Jose' Chavez and John Griffin. Visitation will be observed from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
Dexter, 63, of Ball, went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at his residence surrounded by his family.
Dexter was born on July 17, 1952, in Mamou, LA, and grew up in Ball, LA, where he met and married the love of his life, and together they raised their daughters. Dexter was a graduate of Tioga High School. He attended Louisiana Tech University and Northeast Louisiana University. He had a lifetime love of music which stemmed from his time in the Tioga Jr. High and High School bands, the Louisiana Tech band, and the Tioga Mixed Chorus. His love of music continued as he sang in the church choir. In addition to his love of music, Dexter also loved being on the golf course, running his own business, and spending time with his family and close friends. Above all, most important to Dexter was his love for his Savior which was evident to all who truly knew him. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be greatly missed.
Dexter was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Geraldine Ardoin Soileau.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 42 years, Berdette Grimes Soileau of Ball; sister, Sherry Soileau Toney of Ball; daughter, Noelle Soileau and husband Nathan Kinder of Alexandria; daughter Lauren Soileau LeBoeuf and husband Michael of Pineville; grandchildren, Patrick LeBoeuf, Peter LeBoeuf, Joselin Soileau-Kinder, Cecelia Soileau-Kinder, and Evangeline Soileau-Kinder, and a host of other family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorials be made in Dexter's memory to the First United Methodist Church of Pineville Music Ministry or Orphan's Promise at www.orphanspromise.org.
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Memories and Condolences
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Dr. Mark Cole
March 14, 2016
Berdette,
Please accept my utmost condolences for the loss of Dexter. I know that this is a particularly dark time for you and your family.
I wish I had something I could state that would make everything ok. However, in reality, we all know that cannot be.
Nothing will ever replace your love and memories of Dexter, nor should it. While he is no longer with you in person, he will always be with you in your heart and your thoughts - in that sense he will never be totally gone.
I recall our times at Tioga as well as at Palestine UMC before we all pursued our life paths as adults. There were definitely some times to recall fondly.
Know that you and yours are surrounded by friends and loved ones who are there for you in spirit, if not in person. It is my sincere hope that as time progresses you will find comfort and peace.
As stated earlier, I know that this is a particularly dark time for you and your family. It is quite understandable that you are mourning your loss. Know that in time, the healing process will slowly, but surely start. As that healing begins, what has been an emotionally devastating loss will ultimately be a rock of strength. Indeed, it is usually the darkest before the dawn, but at some point there will indeed be a dawn.
Take time to take care of yourself, and take care of each other. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Kindest regards,
Mark Cole
Marilyn & Al Abbott
March 12, 2016
Praying for each one that God would give comfort to each heart. Amen.
Kristin Guillory
March 12, 2016
Noelle and Lauren, I am sorry for the loss of your loving father. I pray that you all come together in love and know God's peace.
Cynthia Phillips Cunningham
March 11, 2016
Berdette, I was so saddened to hear that Dexter had passed. I enjoyed being in Tioga's band with Dexter. Praying for God to comfort you and your family in the difficult days ahead.
Amy Gaspard
March 11, 2016
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Mr Dexter was an amazing father to both of you, which makes the loss so much greater. I hope you can find comfort knowing he is in heaven and you WILL see him again. Im so sorry for your loss.
Kemi Landry
March 11, 2016
Berdette so sorry you lost the love of your life! I pray for you and your family! Love and miss you my friend! ❤
Christopher & Celeste Brooks
March 10, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barbara 'Singrey
March 10, 2016
'Berdette, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and Dexter were always such a good match. You and your whole family will be in my prayers. He will be sadly missed by so many.
Carole Cox
March 10, 2016
Bernadette, I was Carole Brown and, growing up, our sweet moms were very good friends. I am so sorry you and your family are having to walk this journey and pray for God's peace and presence to surround you all. I know Dexter was highly respected in the community and has left a testimony of faith. Love to your family, Carole Brown Cox
Kim Emory
March 10, 2016
Dexter is a very loved person by everyone. He will be missed very much. Berdette, I love you and my prayers are with you.
Kirk Oneal
March 10, 2016
I am going miss Dexter keith soileau.from Kirk -Nelwyn oneal
john funderburk
March 9, 2016
Berdette, Janie and I want to extend our condolences to you and your family.
It was an honor to have known Dexter and to have been his friend.
He will be truly missed.
Praying for God's peace and care for you and the family.
John& Janie Funderburk
Kimberly Boyd
March 9, 2016
Noelle and Lauren, so sorry for your loss. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bryan & Bretta Lutz
March 9, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul and Gina Pomes
March 9, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Dexter was a wonderful person. Warm and kind. He will be greatly missed by all.
Joan Malone
March 9, 2016
Berdette , you and your family are in my prayers. Enjoyed singing in Tioga Mixed Chorus with Dexter. May God be with you during this time!
Joan
Connie Fraziar
March 9, 2016
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn Fletcher
March 9, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry I can't be with you for his home going service. He was a wonderful man who always had a smile.
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