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Tommy Hatten Obituary

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7. Tommy Joseph Hatten went to be with his Lord and Savior at 11:25am on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. He was 73 years old, a native of Port Barre, LA, a graduate of Port Barre High School and a resident of Gonzales, LA. He attended the University of Southwestern Louisiana, served in the U. S. Army and was a Vietnam veteran. He retired from Shell Chemical in 1999 after 32 years of service. He loved to hunt, fish and watch LSU football, but most of all he loved his family. Tommy is survived by his devoted wife of 49 years, Theresa Hagan Hatten; daughter Tricia Hatten Blanchard and husband, Dr. Mike Blanchard; son Micah Hatten and wife Amy Usner Hatten; and grandchildren Annie, Joey and Tommy Blanchard and Elizabeth, William and Kate Hatten; sister Peggy Huguet and brother David Hatten. He was preceded in death by his parents Budd and Frances Reed Hatten and sisters Katie and Connie Hatten. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church, 1022 N. Burnside Ave., Gonzales, LA from 9:00am until Mass at 11:00am conducted by Father Paul Counce and Deacon Thomas Labat. Burial will follow at Oak Lane Memorial Park, 15304 Hwy 73, Prairieville, LA. Special thanks to Drs. John McClelland, William Hines, the staff of St. Elizabeth Hospital and St. Joseph Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice or charity of choice in Mr. Hatten's name. Visit www.oursofh.com to leave messages of condolences. Ourso Funeral Home of Gonzales is in charge of arrangements.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 12 to Jan. 14, 2017.
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Tommy and I rode to work together, lived close to each other, shared many things with each other. He was a great friend and co-worker. I will always remember him.

Gordon Dyess

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January 7, 2020

We are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

Vic & Dianne Bourque

January 14, 2017

So sorry to hear of tommys passing, thoughts and prayers are with of all of you. Kathy Grimmett moreau

Kathy Moreau

January 14, 2017

So sorry to hear of the passing of Tommy. I worked with T-boy at Shell and have many fond memories of him. May he rest in peace.

Dennis Gomez

January 14, 2017

Theresa and family, so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing away. You are in our thoughts. May God be with you throughout your time of mourning and always.

Whitney and Carolyn Cropper

January 14, 2017

A better man has never walked the earth. Good, kind, strong, hard. His Mother's son. Teresa, all our love. Be at Peace soldier.

Claude guidry

January 13, 2017

To the Hatten Family,
You have our sincere condolences in the passing of Tommy. Cherish the memories, there are many good ones of him. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Isadore and Barbara Brown

January 13, 2017

We offer our sincere prayers and condolences. We were friends with Tommy when we all attended PBHS. God bless you all, & may he rest in the peace of Christ.

Vernon & Audrey Pastorick

January 13, 2017

I've known Tommy and his family since as far back as I can remember. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences and prayers are extended to family and friends. RIP Tommy! Donald L. Wyble, Native of Port Barre, LA and current resident of Opelousas< LA.

Donald Wyble

January 13, 2017

i ;ll will prayer for mr tommy

rose lanclos

January 13, 2017

Our deepest sympathy. We are praying for you and your family at this time. May Mr. Tommy rest in peace.
Jenny, Brian, Jack and Anna Claire Usner

January 13, 2017

Theresa, Robyn and I have been so fortunate to have you as our neighbor. Life is too hurried sometimes, yet we always knew Tommy to be a loving husband and father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, and will continue to be for years to come.

Ray & Robyn Moore

January 13, 2017

Theresa, I am so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. I will always have fond memories of the many years we worked and rode together. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and family. My prayers will be with during this difficult time.
Gordon Dyess

January 13, 2017

I always enjoyed my conversations with T-boy. He was a pleasure to work with!

Mike White

January 13, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home

January 12, 2017

Tricia and Mike , please accept my condolences.

Linda Landry

January 12, 2017

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