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Belden Fontenot Obituary

A native of Whitehall and resident of Denham Springs, he passed away at 3 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at the Carpenter House. He was 81, a retired Installer at Wester Electric and a US Marine veteran. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Hall Fontenot; daughters, Danette Miller, Deedee Duke, Chelsea, Shannon and Monisa Fontenot; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Belden Joseph Fontenot, Jr. He belonged to the VFW and DAV. He was a hard worker and a loving husband and father.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 19 to Jul. 21, 2013.
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I am sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family, Linda Burt (Debbie Lane)

Linda Burt

July 29, 2013

So sorry for your loss. From the Verdun Richard family, Denise.

Denise Richard

July 21, 2013

Joyce & family
sorry to hear of your husbands death. you all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Betty Jo Pirie

July 21, 2013

RIP Uncle Bill.. you will be greatly missed..

dawn cassard

July 20, 2013

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