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Robert Truett Obituary

Robert Louis "Bob" Truett passed away at 6:45 AM Monday, February 3, 2014 at the Carpenter House in Baton Rouge at the age of 85. He was employed by Exxon and retired from CIBA-GEIGY Corp. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War. Visitation will be held at Sherwood Baptist Church in Baton Rouge on Thursday, February 6, 2014 from 9:00 AM until the Memorial Service at 11:00 AM, conducted by Rev. David Womack. A graveside service will follow at 1:00 PM at Port Hudson National Cemetery in Zachary. Survived by his wife of 66 years, Claudine Barton Truett; daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and David West; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Bren Truett; sister, Alice Palmer; brother, Sam Truett; daughter-in-law, Leigh Ann Truett; son-in-law, Jim Jackson; 7 grandchildren and spouses, Kim Gautreaux, Chris and Amiee Matherne, Paul Truett, Kelli Truett, Amber and Brandon Smith, Amy West and Robert West; 9 great-grandchildren, Blake, Paige, and Brooke Gautreaux, T.C., Matthew, and Madeline Matherne, Chance Truett, Alana and Jaxson Smith. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Louise Calhoun Truett; daughter, Dorothy Jackson; sons, Gary Truett and Pat Truett; sister, Ora Mae Blount; brother, Joe Truett. He was a member of Sherwood Baptist Church and a member of the Instrument Society of America. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Hospice or Sherwood Baptist Church. Please visit our online registry book at www.sealefuneral.com. He was a wonderful husband, father, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

Published by The Advocate on Feb. 4, 2014.
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If you look at any of Bob's children, you can see him. If you knew them well, you know they held their father in high regard. Through Gary and Pat I got to know Bob and witness first hand how to negotiate without offending. He has probably worked something out with Saint Peter.

Mike Fabre

February 6, 2014

Mrs. Truett and family, I am so sorry for your loss May God comfort and bless you. Sherie Johnson

February 6, 2014

To the Truett Family.
So sorry for your loss.You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michael & Janet Craft

February 6, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss.Bob and I
went to the World War 11 Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC and shared a wonderful visit.I met him thru knowing
his two late sons,Pat and Gary,in Lake Rosmond.I will remember our frienship
alays.Bob Martin

Bob Martin

February 5, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. I remember so many good times visiting with all of you. We had some really fun times when we were kids. I will always have fond memories of your dad. He was a great man. So kind and funny. All of you will certainly be in our thoughts and prayers. Please give your mom and brother my love.

TJ Brown

February 5, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of loss. Keeping you all in our prayers.

Lane and Tracy Simmons

February 4, 2014

Im So sorry for your loss. Awww on my Brandon's 1 year heavenly anniversary and My Dot not to long after. Praying for all of you at this time.

Tammy Hodack

February 4, 2014

Mrs. Tammy, I am so sorry for your loss. I fondly, remember going over to your parents house for visits. Both your parents were always so sweet. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lauren McDonald

February 4, 2014

I have very fond memories of your Dad growing up and he seemed just the same when I saw him last year. You know y'all will all be in my thoughts and prayers and he's in Heaven dancing with the Angels!!

Judy Courtney

February 4, 2014

Through my eyes, Pawpaw Truett was a silent giant. I never remember him being the center of attention, but when he spoke it was golden. Hoping to meet a better man in my lifetime would be a waist of time. He was, and continues to be, one of the greatest men I have ever known. I miss him dearly.

TC Matherne

February 4, 2014

Praying for you all.

Keith & Cheryl Wafer

February 4, 2014

Words can not express how truly sorry we are for your loss. He will live on as a special part of your hearts and in the memories of the lives he touched. Hugs to you all!

Charlin West

February 4, 2014

Tammy, I am so very sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kema

February 4, 2014

Mike and family, Those we love don't go away--the walk beside us every day. Remembering you all in our prayers.

Calby and Al Joe James

February 4, 2014

To the entire Truett family and extended family, please know that I am so very sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. Always so kind, loving and happy. May knowing that he is now in the arms of those that passed before him, and that he will be there to greet you when it's your time, bring you peace and comfort. I love you all and y'all will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Misty Malbrough

February 4, 2014

Love, Thoughts, and Prayers from Scott & Tina Truett & Children-Kitt, Carson, & Clark

Scott & Tina Truett

February 4, 2014

Dear Mike and extended Truett family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of the family patriarch Bob. It was my pleasure to work with Bob for many years at the St. Gabriel plant. I enjoyed our successes and even more learning from his expertise and experience. He will be missed by many.

Ken DeVun

February 4, 2014

I can not say it enough, this really is one of the best people I know! He and his wife Claudine treat me as one of their own. People say it all the time but he will truely be Missed by all that knows and loves him. Great, Great Man!!!!

Jennifer McDowell

February 4, 2014

Aunt Claudine and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Uncle Bobby. He was always kind . I am praying the Love of God surrounds you all now and always.

Love, Kathy & David Fountain

Kathleen Fountain

February 4, 2014

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