Hugh Riddell "Bruce" Broussard

Hugh Riddell "Bruce" Broussard obituary, Baton Rouge, LA

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Hugh Broussard Obituary

He was retired in advertising sales for The Advocate newspaper, a native of Lake Charles and a resident of East Feliciana Parish. He died at 6:15 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 2013 at his residence. Hugh was 76. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. Visitation will be held at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government Street, Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the Memorial Service at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Louisiana National Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 51 years: Mary Patricia Keefe Broussard; his daughter: Mary Elizabeth Broussard Wampold; his son: Kent Thomas Broussard; three grandchildren: Catherine Broussard, Elizabeth Broussard and Andrew Joseph Pizzo, Jr.; great-granddaughter: Alyssa Broussard; nephews: Larry Thompson and Ricky Thompson; niece: Susan Cooper Kelley. Hugh was preceded in death by his daughter: Catherine Ann Broussard; father: John E. Broussard; mother: Lelia Lee Riddell Broussard; sister: Harriet B. Cooper; brother: John Broussard. He loved to travel, good books and fishing. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge or St. Joseph's Academy Foundation.

Published by The Advocate from Mar. 17 to Mar. 20, 2013.
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Kent and family,

I am sorry to read of your father's passing. My deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your. Please let me know if you need anything.

Natalie Whitesell-Champagne

March 19, 2013

To the family of "Bruce" Hugh Broussard ,
I was really saddened to hear about Bruce passing away.
He was always great to be around because he was so bright and personable.
It is comforting to know that he will have many tomorrows.


Sincerley,
Dr. Bob Westerman

March 19, 2013

Mary Pat and family, we were sorry to hear of your loss. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary and Jim Altazan

March 18, 2013

Mary Beth and Aunt Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Uncle Bruce's wonderful smile and kindness. Simply, he was the best.

Shelby Keefe Cherry

March 17, 2013

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