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Luke Everett Fontenot was escorted to his heavenly home by Jesus on the 20th day of June, 2014, as he was surrounded by family and friends at his home in Zachary, Louisiana. Everett is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 60 years, Dolores, 4 children: Becky Kephart, William Keith Fontenot and wife Casey, Jennine Newsom and husband Jay, Luke E. A. Fontenot and wife, Deanna; 11 Grandchildren: Blake Kephart, Kandice Fontenot, Chad Fontenot and wife Emma, Kyle Kephart and wife Kayla, Cody Newsom and wife Katy, Lane Fontenot, Kelsey Fontenot, Jonathan Newsom, and Amy Newsom, Cort Decoteau and Cassie Decoteau; 10 Great-Grandchildren: Mackenzie, Anna, Colin, Riley, Dakota, Mari Grace, Colt, Benjamin, Katelyn, Madison, and 4 sisters: Bonnie Kane, Terry Sylvester, Glenna Ledoux, and Aline Chaney; Sister-in Laws: Elvina Fontenot and Jeanette Matzinger. He is preceded in death by his parents, Marcellus and Mabel Fontenot, and his 3 brothers: Jenior Fontenot, Robert Fontenot, Burton Fontenot. Everett was born in Grand Prairie (Goyo), La. on February 11, 1931, and attended school through graduation at Grand Prairie High School in 1948, studying by kerosene lamp. From 1950 to 1954 Everett served our country as a member of the underwater demolition team in the U.S. Korean War. After the war he went to work for American Cyanamid (1954-57) and was encouraged to attend college. Everett attended University of Southwestern Louisiana-USL (ULL) in Lafayette, Louisiana from 1957-1961, where he earned his degree in chemical engineering. He began his career in the water treatment business in which he became a pioneer in the use of chemicals (especially polymers) for the treatment of water for public and commercial use in the United States. He is well known as an expert in this industry. In 1976, he and 3 partners started Pearl River Chemical Corporation which grew from a start-up company to a highly successful business. He then sold the company to Atlantic Richfield, expecting to retire. After selling, Atlantic Richfield asked him to stay with them and he did for many years. In 1996, he found a quiet place in Centreville, Mississippi, far from anyone, and opened a new water treatment business, Polymer Research Corporation. Once again, he built a company from the ground up, becoming extremely successful. In 2011 he finally entered retirement from the water treatment business to enjoy his lifelong passion of raising cattle. This includes Brahman, Gelbvieh, and F-1 cattle. Throughout his life he was very active in 4-H and FFA, including participating himself and supporting others with their livestock projects. He touched the lives of many livestock project members by providing show cattle and resources so they could show prize winning purebred Brahman, Gelbvieh, commercial heifers, and steers. Above all, he had a strong faith in family and God. Throughout his entire life his values were evident in his humble generosity to family, friends, the church, and community at large. He was a quiet man who blessed all with his smile, open heart, and listening ear. He will surely be missed by all. Visitation services will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 4727 McHugh Drive, Zachary, Louisiana on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 10:00 am with recitation of the Rosary at 9:45 am, and the funeral mass from 11:30 -12:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: St. John the Baptist Catholic Church: Continuing the Legacy of Faith, 4727 McHugh Drive, Zachary, La. 70791 or St. Jude Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN. Special Appreciation to: Caregivers: Geraldine Curtis and Wanda Gray; Eucharistic Minister: Mrs. Paula Hollingsworth, East Feliciana Home Health Services, Baton Rouge Hospice, Dr. Gerald Militello, Dr. Andrew Guidroz, Dr. Joseph Dupont, Dr. William Russell, Dr. Richard Cooley and the staff at Hematology Oncology Clinic, BR Radiology Imaging Center and to Reverend Jeffrey Bayhi, Mr. Ric Smith, the staff at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, and our Roman Pilgrim Family.

Published by The Advocate from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24, 2014.
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They Were Not Just Patients ..They Are Friends
...Always Humble & Modest...

John Smith

October 13, 2019

I always trusted Luke as a friend and working partner since 1970, when we both worked for American Cyanamid. I knew he had a serious health problem and wondered how long he would live under his circumstance. Everyone who knew Luke, liked him very much.

June 17, 2019

I was a friend and close associate of Luke during the time we worked for American Cyanamid from 1970 until we both moved on to other ventures. I always trusted him, as well as he trusted me.

john white

November 4, 2018

Was thinking about Mr. Luke when I passed his home on GS Road. What a kind man he was. I remember him from his work at the Exxon water treatment plant. So sorry for your loss.

Craig Pike

November 17, 2014

Our sincere condolences to Mr. Everett's wife and family; we had just recently learned of his passing.

Ken & Anita Spoto

August 27, 2014

dear becky,
dennis and I send our prayers to you and your family at this sad time. much love and energy dennis and cathy scott of Yerington, nv

July 7, 2014

We are sadden to have received this news. We are sorry for your loss. Everett was a wonderful, kind soul. Our prayers continue for him and you and your family. Sorry we were not able to attend the services. We will continue to cherious the memories we have of him.
Love Scott & Tina Dupre (Ville Platte, La)

June 29, 2014

Aunt Delores, I am truly sadden by your loss of Uncle Everett and I have read so many wonderful things about him and it makes me sad I never really got a chance to know him. He had such a wonderful life and he loved his family and put them above all else. He was a man of integrity and hard work. I am sure he was recieved and rewarded for his greatness on this earth. Sending my deepest sympathies to you and your family. RIP Uncle Everett

Darlene Ledoux Luca

June 29, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. All our love,
Dan, Daryl, Riley, Cleary

June 28, 2014

Mrs. Dolores, I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could have been there to be with you today. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Renee Robinson Tullier

June 25, 2014

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.
Mr. Everett was truly a kind and wonderful man. He will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him. My prayers are with all of you at this time.

Amy Ashford

June 25, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

June 25, 2014

Ms. Delores and family
Please accept our deepest condolences and please know each and everyone of you is in our thoughts and prayers.

Gary and a Jodie Rayborn

June 24, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tom McGrew Jr and Tommy McGrew III

June 24, 2014

To Mrs. Dolores and My Dear Fontenot Family,

I am deeply saddened by our loss of "Mr. Everett".... Kind in spirit, gentle and generous of heart, he has forever touched my life and the lives of my 3 children, Sarah Mason Babin, Adam Charles Mason and Rebecca Adrienne Mason. Mr. Everett provided them with their first 4-H show calves which they all had great success with. Not only did he provide them with their calves, he was always present to share their victories in the show ring. He gave them words of wisdom, encouragement and "Congratulations"... that always meant so much to them to hear these words from, "Mr. Everett"... Our love for him and the entire Fontenot family is a love and a bond that was made possible by this incredible man. We must now rejoice in his passing, leaving his legacy in the hands of his wonderful family and all of the children he has embraced, deeply touched and mentored throughout his entire life. I will miss you, my dear friend. Your presence will be missed, but our memories can never be tarnished. My deepest thanks to you for setting an example for my children and the love,guidance and support you have always given all of us.
Peace be with you, Mrs. Dolores and my Dear Fontenot Family as we now must celebrate his "Everlasting Life"...

Karen Mason Banks

June 24, 2014

A good man, well intentioned, with a great understanding.

Pat & Beverly Fairchild

June 24, 2014

Mr. Fontenot was a remarkable man with a kind and gentle soul as well as an infectious smile. The saying is "still waters run deep," that was Luke E. Fontenot. He leaves behind an incredible legacy and will be deeply missed by his family & friends.
Sending hugs and prayers to the Fontenot family

Melinda Downey

June 24, 2014

What I will always remember about Everett is his kind smile and sparkling eyes . He was always genuinely glad to see you and made you feel welcome and happy just to look at him. His attitude, strength and personal courage which I believe came from his strong faith carried him through difficult times before, I guess that The Lord had finished his house in heaven or maybe his ranch? Dolores you know how much we send you all our love and prayers. The whole family will be in those prayers as well. May God support you all and bring you peace and comfort in the coming days. Our deepest sympathy, Phyllis, Margaret and Earl

Margaret, Earl and Phyllis Savoie and Brister

June 24, 2014

Luke was a man who based his life on the four cornerstones of God, Family, Duty and Honor.
He was a friend and business associate of mine for 38 years. I am honored and grateful that he allowed me to be a part of his family and to work with him over these many years. He was a quiet man who allowed his actions to speak for themselves. His knowledge, generosity and most important his integrity made him a man to be admired and one whose life can be an example to all of us.
His greatest legacy is his family. There is no greater success than to be loved and respected by your family. In this he reached his greatest accomplishment. This though was not his work alone for he had a truly wonderful helpmate in his dear wife, Dolores. He is a man that will be deeply missed.
It is customary to ask his friends and neighbors to pray for Luke but I also ask that Luke pray for me as I know he is in heaven. Your friend Ron

Ronald Baumann

June 24, 2014

Mrs. Delores and children....I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Everett's passing. He definitely fought the good fight...not just with his health issues, but in his life. Who a man is, always shows in his children and the lives of you children have always done he and your mom, proud. I know your hearts are breaking, but the good person he was will live on in you and your children and in every good memory you have of him. You will continue to be on my heart and in my prayers. love you, Sharon Browning

June 23, 2014

Luke was a terrific engineer and salesman
As well as a community and company organizer. I worked with him for over 40 years and with several companies. He always was successful in his business and his cattle enterprises.
We will miss him greatly and appreciate
all of his help and support over the years. All the best to Deloris and his
family.

Charlie Donham

June 23, 2014

Everett was one of the kindest people I have ever known. He was a blessing to everyone he met and such a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Donna Rossner

June 23, 2014

Mr Everett was a kind and generous man always willing to share his time and his knowledge with you.

Bob Mason

June 23, 2014

We are very sorry about Mr. Luke's passing. He was a charming, intelligent and a charismatic man. I was very fortunate to have met him and also learn from him and his company. Through him and his wonderful staff our company experienced growth and faced many business challenges. He supported us through difficult moments and help us enhance and develop business worldwide. The Chemical Industry will dearly miss him. Rest in Peace Mr. Luke Fontenot, you leave behind a tremendous legacy, we will continue to mourn your loss but will remember you fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Sherina Anderson

June 23, 2014

, Luke was the nieces man I have ever meet in my life and I loved him dearly and will miss him greatly

James LaCoste

June 23, 2014

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