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Leon Caillouette Obituary

Leon Jules Caillouette, Jr. (L.J.), 71 years old; residing in Las Cruces, New Mexico at the time of his death, on Sunday, July 14, 2013. Born October 13, 1941 in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Leon Jules and Olga (Theobold) Caillouette, Sr. Preceded in death by his parents, and his two sons, Leon Jules Caillouette, III, and Clinton Caillouette. Survived by his partner of 18 years, Linda Hall, his daughter Betty Caillouette Brown (Cory), and two stepdaughters Brenda and Anna, two daughters-in-law, Lorrie Caillouette, and Taunya Caillouette, and five Grandchildren, Amanda, Katherine, Beth Ann, Clinton Jr., and Allison. Leon is also survived by his two sisters, Emily Castell (Harold), and Janis Gause (Ken). Also survived, by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Leon was honorably discharged from the US Navy after serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Constellation during the Vietnam War. His career as a jeweler spanned 57 years; most of his life and career spent in New Orleans, Louisiana. A celebration of his life will be held at Schoen Funeral Home at 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA. 70119, on Friday July 26, 2013. Visitation will be from 2:00pm till 4:00pm. A service will be held at 4:00pm till 5:30pm. LSU and Jazz Fest attire will be appropriate. A private interment will be held later at St.Vincent DePaul Mausoleum, for the family. Please sign the guestbook at www.schoencanalstreet.com.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 23 to Jul. 25, 2013.
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It's me daddy...I love you and miss you so much. As I watched our tv shows tonight I thought of you . No more phone call to talk about the acts .dance daddy dance...love your lil Girl...Beth Ann misses her pa pa

Bett Caillouette

August 6, 2013

Emily, Janis & Family, I was sadden to hear of L.J.'S passing.you are in my thoughts & prayers.

Gozel Caire

August 5, 2013

Daddy I missing you more everuy day. I know how you worry about me , but dont I will be strong because that is what you would want! I am going get your bench and use it as my desk. seen you again soon one day . your baby!

August 2, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss.He was one of the best and he will be missed by all of us.

George & Dianne Caillouette

July 31, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. LJ was truly a New Orleans character. He was fun to work with. He always had a smile on his face and a story or joke to tell. He would talk with my Father about LSU and the Saints. We will really miss him.

Kathy Fischer Bradbury

July 30, 2013

My darling Daddy , I have a couple of weeks I can write to you in this book. I still can't crasp that you are not here. I have tried to call you :( I miss you so much. I am trying to stay busy. You always were my rock at times like these. I know you are in a better place , but I still want you. Love your lil girl

Bett Caillouette brown

July 29, 2013

Rodney and Grace Mathews wish to express our heart felt condolences to L. J.'s family--He was truly a Louisiana man--LSU and The Jazz Fest--celebrating what he loved is special. Our thought and prayers are with his loved ones--God bless you all . Rod and Grace

July 25, 2013

Cousin, you were my favorite when we were young. We were always together playing football, baseball and fishing with my brother. I really enjoyed talking with you in New Mexico. I will miss you so much. I know I will see you again real soon. Love you man.

Gene Conaway

July 25, 2013

Cousin, you were my best friend in our early years. Had many fun times playing football, baseball and lots of fishing with you and my brother. Loved going to the races with you through the years. Was great talking with you from New Mexico. Love you man, I know I'll see you soon.

Gene Conaway

July 25, 2013

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mr. & Mrs. Donald Williams

July 25, 2013

Linda, just wanted you to know how much we all liked and enjoyed whenever Leon came to our office. You are in our thoughts and prayers - Dr Rose and Staff

July 25, 2013

Linda and family, we will truly miss Leon's dancing, laughing, and wit at Jazz Fest. It won't be the same without him.

Jenny and Juan

July 25, 2013

Linda and family....we are so sorry to hear of LJ's passing. He was always laughing and seemed to really enjoy life. I have know him since we were teenagers and he was forever young.

Paulette & Edmond (Ketry) Barras

July 24, 2013

Rest in Peace, cousin

Lynne Theobold-Bernard

July 24, 2013

Emily Janice and family.....so sorry to hear about lj.....he was a great guy....and so funny! he will be sadly missed by all who knew him! Rest in Peace L.J.

barbara castell

July 24, 2013

Leon I have so much respect for you your Son in law Cory.

Cory (Betty) Brown ( caillouette)

July 24, 2013

Uncle LJ, you will be missed! I know you will be watching over your family from up above, and cheering on the Tigers of course!

Tyna Gautreaux

July 24, 2013

We miss you papa and love you every day. We are comforted only knowing you are resting.

Taunya Caillouette

July 24, 2013

I will miss you every day for the rest of my life. Holding hand as we fell asleep, fighting, fussing, loving, laughing. Lee, 18 years was just not enough.

Your Loving Wife,
Linda

July 24, 2013

Praying for you..Hes in heaven with my Daddy..Wonder if they met..They will have a lot to talk about.. Lots of Rotties with them..

Dianne Wiley

July 24, 2013

Charles & Diane Cruz

July 24, 2013

Betty Caillouette brown

July 24, 2013

Pa pa we will miss you and we love you pa pa

Beth ann Brown

July 24, 2013

Daddy it is me your lil girl ! I love you and miss you so much. I still hear you saying i love you sweetheart or my darling daughter . Rest Daddy

Betty Caillouette,brown

July 24, 2013

We will miss you dearly, but so thankful for the times we shared!! My thoughts and prayers to everyone.

Lorrie, Amanda , and Allison Caillouette

July 24, 2013

This crazy world lost one of its brightest lights!! I will miss you my friend. May your family find peace in your passing. I will cherish all the many laughs you gave me and my family!

maria pesantes

July 24, 2013

I never met you in person, but from all the wonderful stories your sweet daughter, Betty, shared I felt I knew you.Rest to peace Mr. Caillouette. Your girl loves you so much.

Betty Chism

July 24, 2013

To my precious Daddy. You are my hero ! I love you to the moon and back. I only get one Daddy and God blessed me with the best .I know how much you loved and worried about me . I will always be your little girl .i am so blessed to have had your final hours with you holding my hand.i put chap stick on your lips , you could only get the water melting off the ice but you wanted to eat the ice.I love you Daddy with all my heart no one can take that..give mama and the boys a kiss or me! Love your baby girl Betty

Betty Caillouette,brown

July 23, 2013

Niece (Karen) Gause

July 23, 2013

Niece (Karen) Gause

July 23, 2013

Niece (Karen) Gause

July 23, 2013

Uncle, I will miss you so much. You were the laughter in my life. You could always make me smile.I will treasure the wonderful times we had together. There will never be another like you.....You were a One Of A Kind Uncle. I was blessed to have you in my life. I LOVE YOU UNCLE! <3 And we will keep it going for you always.....Geaux Tigers!

Karen Gause

July 23, 2013

The world will never be the same without the fun brought by L.J. to all the lives he touched.
You will be deeply missed cousin.
Dianne and George Caillouette

July 23, 2013

uncle leon rest in peace love ya

ruthie n caorl

July 23, 2013

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Horace Johnson

July 23, 2013

Brenda and Family know that he prepares a path for those who follow. Absences from us means present with the Lord God. Lillian Bates

Lillian Bates

July 22, 2013

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