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George Arceneaux Obituary

George Joseph Arceneaux, 85, a resident of Donaldsonville, LA passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. He was a retired Secretary Treasurer of Evan Hall Sugar Cooperative, Inc. having served from 1957 thru 1998, Vice President of C. Schexnayder, Inc, and Graduate of Ascension Catholic High School Class of 1950 and attended LSU. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean conflict from 1953 thru 1957. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 64 years, Elsie Schexnayder Arceneaux; three daughters, Patricia Schexnayder (Francis), Judith Berthelot (Ronnie), and Laurie David (Mitch); two sons, Michael Arceneaux and Gary Arceneaux (Donna); thirteen grandchildren, Jennifer McDowell (Jonathan), John Schexnayder (Lyndsay), Jason Schexnayder (Jenna), Justin Schexnayder (Jessica), Sarah Wilson (Jade), Rebecca Welborn (Matt), Gregory Berthelot, Michael Arceneaux II, Matthew Arceneaux (Sara), Adam Arceneaux (Whitney), Alyssa Arceneaux, Kimberly LeDoux (John) and Christopher David (Kathleen); 12 great grandchildren; three sisters, Susie Gremillion (Gaynor), Marjorie Alexander (Ralph) and Bobbie Riche' (Bob) and two brother-in-laws, Davis S. Schexnayder and Rogers J. Dupre. He is preceded in death by his parents, Louis L. Arceneaux and Blanche Delaune Arceneaux and one sister-in-law, Bertha S. Dupre. Pallbearers will be: John Schexnayder, Jason Schexnayder, Justin Schexnayder, Gregory Berthelot, Michael Arceneaux II, Matthew Arceneaux, Adam Arceneaux and Christopher David. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 31, 2017 at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church in Donaldsonville from 10am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12pm. Burial to follow in Church Mausoleum. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.oursodonaldsonville.com. Ourso Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church.

Published by The Advocate from Mar. 28 to Mar. 31, 2017.
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George was a good customer of mine at Evan-Hall. I worked for Moore Business Forms at the time. His co. bought IBM 402 computer and l made the forms for it....Charles Wilkins

CHARLES WILKINS

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October 9, 2020

Thoughts and prayers with all of you.

Cindy and Pete Evans, Houston, Tx

April 2, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOUR FAMILY A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

KELLEY

March 31, 2017

Laurie and family,
You're in my prayers and thoughts at this
difficult time. Have comfort in knowing that
your dad is in good hands.
With sincere sympathy,
Phil and Sharon Blanchard

March 30, 2017

Sorry about Mr George my deepest sympathy for the family

Edith Dright

March 30, 2017

Elsie, Pat and
family
Elsie, Pat and family,I am so sorry for your loss. Be assured of my prayers. Your faith will bring you comfort

Della Marcello

March 30, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Lucy Forsyth Dugas

March 30, 2017

Mrs. Elsie, Pat and rest of family
I was so sorry to hear of Mr. George's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time of sorrow.

Shelly Gautreaux

Shelly Gautreaux

March 29, 2017

May God loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad time PSALMS 29:11

March 29, 2017

Dear family I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your loved one May you find comfort in the hope that you will see your love one again Acts17;31

March 29, 2017

Please accept our deepest condolences. Sending prayers for the family

March 29, 2017

Heart and prayers are with you and your family
Babette Abadie

Babette Abadie

March 29, 2017

ELSIE, WE WERE SHOCKED TO HEAR OF GEORGS' DEATH PLEASE KNOW WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU & YOUR CHILDREN AT THIS SAD TIME IN YOUR LIVES MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU

March 29, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

March 29, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Ourso Funeral Home

March 29, 2017

My deepest sympathies to the family.

Tony Falterman

March 29, 2017

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