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Thomas Bergergon Obituary

Thomas H. Bergeron, Jr., 61, a resident of Foxworth, MS, and a native of New Roads, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Tuesday, October 2, 2012. He was born May 18, 1951, to the late Thomas H. Bergeron, Sr., and Juanita Didier Bergeron. He is survived by his loving wife, Martha Moody Bergeron, a step-son, Christopher George Stafford of Colorado Springs, CO, two brothers, Richard Keith Bergeron (Julie) of Ventress, LA and David Wayne Bergeron of Baton Rouge, LA, one sister, Marilyn Guidroz (Lester) of Port Allen, LA and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was a 1970 graduate of Poydras High School, where he played on the baseball, basketball and football team. Tommy retired from Exxon Corporation, where he worked as a welder. He was an avid motorcycle rider and loved all sports. He was known by family and friends as "a man who never met a stranger." In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, John Alden Bergeron, nephew, Kohl Richard Krousel, maternal grandparents, Emmett & Jesse Didier, paternal grandparents, Lucien & Angelique Bergeron, and numerous aunts and uncles. Tommy honorably served our country in the U.S. Air Force where he was a Weapons Inspector and bravely defended our country during the Vietnam War. His military service was one of his proudest accomplishments in his life. Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2012, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Lakeland, LA, from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m. Father Greg Daigle will officiate. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in New Roads, LA. Arrangements made under the direction of Hathorn Funeral Home, Columbia, MS, and Niland's Funeral Home, New Roads, LA.

Published by The Advocate from Oct. 4 to Oct. 6, 2012.
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My Big Brother. Words cannot express how much I am going to miss you. I kept my promise to you. There were flags everywheres. I would not let you down because you would never let me down. This is hard so I will quote THE BROKEN CHAIN

WE LITTLE KNEW THAT MORNING, THAT GOD WAS GOING TO CALL YOUR NAME.

IN LIFE WE LOVED YOU DEARLY. IN DEATH WE DO THE SAME.

IT BROKE OUR HEARTS TO LOSE YOU, YOU DID NOT GO ALONE.

FOR PART OF US WENT WITH YOU, THE DAY GOD CALLED YOU HOME.

YOU LEFT US PEACEFUL MEMORIES, YOUR LOVE IS STILL OUR GUIDE.

AND THOUGH WE CAN NOT SEE YOU, YOU ARE ALWAYS AT OUR SIDE.

OUR FAMILY CHAIN IS BROKEN AND NOTHING SEEMS THE SAME

BUT AS GOD CALLS US ONE BY ONE, THE CHAIN WILL LINK AGAIN.

LOVE YOU FOREVER........BABY SISTER

Marilyn Guidroz

October 20, 2012

Martha & family, I am deeply sadden to read of Tommy's untimely death. He was a great friend in high school. I am so sorry for your loss.

Barbara Ransome

October 8, 2012

toni bergeron-shreve

October 7, 2012

May God Bless you Martha, and the family, I am so sorry about Tommy's passing. Tommy was a good friend and our work assignments he and I shared over the years is a treasured memory. I shall miss him. I know time heals, and I wish you all comfort and peace at this time, Tommy is watching over all of us now.

Jim Duplantis

October 7, 2012

Dearest Martha, my cousins, and all those who knew and loved Tommy. How our hearts break to think of a world without our wild and witty "gentle giant", the "rock" of the extended family. While this earth darkened on Tuesday, Heaven became more enriched that day. I cannot even begin to imagine the reunion. Pawsy waiting for him with open arms, just like he did at the airport when Tommy returned home on leave. Much Love,

Debbie & Tom Morrill

October 5, 2012

Martha: I was and still am in total shock over the loss of Tommy. Tommy was my adviser and confident and a very good friend as are you. This gentle giant will be missed but he is now at the hand of his Lord and looking over you forever. We will all see him again one day. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Love you both.

Rhondi Orgeron

October 5, 2012

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Tommy. He has always been a person to look up to, not just physically. He was truly a gentle giant and had a great heart for everyone he ever met. He will be missed by all. My condolences to his family,friends and the rest of my cousins.

James ( Bim ) Didier

October 5, 2012

Our hearts are saddened by the loss of Tommy. Many blessings & prayers for the family to help them through this loss.

Bridgit, Lola & Derryl Didier

October 5, 2012

Marilyn: We are sorry to hear about your brother. Please know that we have you, your siblings and yall's families in our hearts and prayers during this time. w/Love, Karen and Mike Averette.

October 5, 2012

Martha, I am so saddened by the loss of your love. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. I pray the Lord will give you comfort and tranquility during your time of grief.
Sincerely,
Marian and Brett Shattuck

Marian Shattuck

October 5, 2012

To the Bergeron Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May God Bless you.

Bradford & Minnie Fabre

October 5, 2012

Martha,

My thoughts are with you and the rest of the family. It was my great pleasure to meet and get to know Tommy on a personal basis in the last few years, I know that you all will miss him. May God be with you in this time of passing.

Wayne Purdom

October 5, 2012

Martha,

There are no words to express how sad we are with the loss of Tommy. He was a wonderful friend, who brightened our lives, and whom we will miss & always remember. We love you; we are praying for you; and we are here if you need us. May God bless you & give you strength during this difficult time.

Steve & Cheryl Krieg

October 5, 2012

To David:

Bird I'm sorry to read about the loss of your brother.

Jimmy Dentro

October 5, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Monica Laperous

October 5, 2012

Martha, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the Bergeron Family. May the moments you shared give you comfort.
God Bless. Vince and Rhenda Giaccone

Vince Giaccone

October 4, 2012

To Martha and the Bergeron family:

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Tommy and he was such a friendly, down-to-earth person. He was an uncle to some of my nieces and a nephew. Cherish the memories. God bless you and yours.

Gloria Chenevert Eaves

October 4, 2012

Martha,
I'm sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. May God be with you and give you strength during this difficult time.

Karen Perron

October 4, 2012

Martha & The Bergeron Family,
We were deeply saddened to read about Tommy. He was our neighbor many years ago. He was truly a wonderful person & a great friend! He will be greatly missed!

Joyce & Steven Carnes

October 4, 2012

Martha and Family;
Our deepest condolences to you and your whole family. We feel truly blessed to have known Tommy for these short years. He was a breath of fresh air and when you met him, he was a friend forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Jim, Terry, Julie Thornhill
Jason Thornhill & Family

Terry Thornhill

October 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. We will hold the memories of Tommy dear to our hearts.

Trent, Jeanne, Piper & Tyler Didier

Trent Didier

October 4, 2012

Missy Newman

October 4, 2012

Our loss is great with the passing of Tommy. He was truly a wonderful person. Just glad I had him as my cousin. Will cherish my memories!

Missy Newman

October 4, 2012

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