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Melvin Joseph Petit was born on December 5, 1934, and passed away on March 4, 2018. He was a strong, hard-working, selfless man who volunteered his time to serve many. He was a lifelong resident and native of Hester, La. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Clair and Jarrod Millet; granddaughter, Mallory Millet, whom he adored; and son, Kyle Petit. He is also survived by his sister, Diane Petit Marchese. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran and retiree of Kaiser Aluminum who enjoyed gardening, baseball and cooking with friends. He dedicated much of his time serving the Knights of Columbus and St. Vincent DePaul, helping those in need. He is preceded in death by his wife and daughter, Peggy and Rachel Petit. His parents, Michael and Evelyn Louque Petit; sisters, Evelyn Petit Pitts, Dorothy Roussel Petit, and Rose Petit Louviere; brothers, Claude, Harold, Herbert, Dudley, Michael, Ronald and Donald Petit and Gerald Miller. A visitation in his honor will be Saturday, March 10, 2018, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Convent, La., from 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, La., is in charge of the arrangements. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.
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Clair, Jarrod & Mal,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Mel was an awesome friend and I'll always remember him. Many memories made with him. May God be with you. RIP Mel.
Billie Keller
March 8, 2018
Prayers your ways, you're in my thoughts
Iri Myers
March 8, 2018
Claire, Mallory and Jarrod
May you find peace and comfort during your time of loss. Your dad-paw paw's Job is done here on earth, from the messages I've read, he was a great guy and he produced great offsprings- you guys! Rest in the thought that life is temporary and now he's at peace in the arms of JESUS . I'm praying for you guys and I know that GOD hears our prayers and send comfort , I mourn with you guys, stay strong, treasure his memories, love more than ever before!
Iris Russell Myers
March 8, 2018
Clair,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Mel was such a nice person the short time I got to know him at the VA home. I spoke to him often while there visiting with my parents. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Dawn Tramonte
March 8, 2018
Clair, Jarrod, Mallory...Mr. Mel was a very good and beautiful man. He will be truly missed. May God watch over him and all of you during this time. God Bless
Lynn Laiche
March 7, 2018
Clair and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I will be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Stephanie Pierce
March 7, 2018
Clair, I'm so very sorry for your loss. May fond memories of your dad sustain you through this difficult time. God bless you and your family.
Toni Cascio
March 7, 2018
We are sorry for your loss. My dad, Adrian Heltz worked in the fields with Mike & Tina. May God's Holy Spirit comfort you. We will pray for you.
Barbara (Heltz) & Tommy Mire
March 7, 2018
Mr.Petit was a nice person, and it was a true Blessing to have known him. Praying for his family and may he Rest in Peace.
AMANDA DOMINO
March 6, 2018
Clair & Kyle & Family:
Please accept or sympathy. Uncle Billy was always sweet and kind. We will remember him and all of you in our prayers.
Herbie & Linda Petit
March 6, 2018
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