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Leon A. "Jr." Babin

Leon A. "Jr." Babin obituary, Baton Rouge, LA

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Leon Babin Obituary

A resident of St. Amant, LA died on Friday, July 19, 2013 at his home at the age of 95. He was known as "Dagg" and was born in Geismar, LA. He was a lifelong resident of Louisiana. Dagg loved family, friends, food and laughter. He was a loyal and honest man who loved life and the outdoors. Dagg was a member of Ironworkers Local 632, where he served as treasurer and a member of the apprenticeship program. He was an Army Veteran of World War II. God took care of him throughout his life here on earth and now he is resting in peace with our Heavenly Father. Visiting on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Amant, LA from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., conducted by Rev. Alec Shelton. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Dotsie Mae Babin; three sons: Danny Babin, Kenneth Babin and wife, Lisa, and Todd Babin and wife, Cheri; two daughters: Debbie Babin and husband, Mike and Lisa Bishop and husband, Tom; one brother, Allie Babin; eleven grandchildren, numerous step grandchildren, and ten great-great-grandchildren. The grandsons will serve as the pallbearers. Preceded in death by his parents, Leon A. Babin Sr. and Lillian Ann Braud Babin; three sisters: Margariett Millett, Beatrice Leblanc, and Catherine Laiche; and three brothers: Sammy, Jay and Frank Babin. The family wants to thank Southern Care Hospice for the care to Leon and the family. Arrangements by Ascension Funeral Home, Gonzales. Please visit the online guest book at www.ascensionfunerals.com.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 21 to Jul. 22, 2013.
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Mrs.Dot & Family,

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dennis Nickens
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Dennis Nickens

July 24, 2013

Aunt Dot and family,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God comfort you through your sorrow and loss. We will cherish our wonderful memories of him and all our family times we shared. What a blessing he was to everyone! He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. God bless. Love, Wilbur & Donna Johnson

Donna Johnson

July 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you today and always. He was a very good highly respected man loved by many. I will always remember and treasure the many talks he and I had many years ago. Ms. Babin, you are truly respected for the genuine love and care shown to him over the past few years. You are both beautiful people and have always held a special place in my heart. He will be sadly missed but know he has met his goal of entering the Kingdom Of Heaven.

Cindy Frederic

July 23, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are headed your way.

Wayne and Vanessa York

July 23, 2013

Aunt Dot & Family,
We are very saddened by the news of Uncle Dagg's passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Kevin & DeEtte Jolin

July 22, 2013

Aunt Dot and family,
We are so very sorry about Uncle Daggs' passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
With loving thoughts,
Adele, Rickey & family

Adele Simoneaux

July 22, 2013

Aunt Dot and Family,
Bruce and I are so sorry to hear about Uncle Dagg. We always remember his laugh and fun times. He is with mom and dad and smiling down at us. May God Bless him and be with you and yours. He is with us always.

Tricia and Bruce Duhon

July 22, 2013

Debbie, Ms. Dot and family, I was so saddened to hear of Mr. Leon's passing. I have so many fond memories of him from back in the day which I can remember like it was yesterday. He was a wonderful man. Your family was like my 2nd family for so many years!! May God comfort you during this. You are all in my prayers. I Love you all. Deb, call or write if you need anything.

Theresa Boeta

July 22, 2013

Dot, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. We do have great memories of him.
Donna Van Veckhoven

July 22, 2013

Debbie , Mrs.Dot ,& Family
Our prayers & deepest sympathy to you all . So sorry to hear of Mr.Leons passing. He is truly in Gods hands now. Keep the faith & remember all the great times you all shared with your loved one. God bless you all
Thomas & Kat Walker ;Family

Kat Walker

July 22, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Jo'ann DeLaune

July 22, 2013

Aunt Dot & family, We are truly sorry for the loss of Uncle Dagg he will truly be missed. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Aaron( sport) & Lori DeLaune

July 22, 2013

TO AUNT DOT AND FAMILY

WE Offer our sincere condolence at this time for your loss of my Uncle Dagg. He was a joy to be around and my husband thought the world of him. He is now at rest in the arms of Jesus. His smile would be a blessing to anyone who came in contact with him. May God surround you with comfort from above. Prayers on your behalf.

Desiree Pridgen

July 21, 2013

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