Leon was 92 years old, a native of Cornerview, LA and a longtime resident of Baton Rouge. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, a member of the Holy Name Society, and a graduate of Dutchtown High School. He attended LSU, served in the U.S. Navy in the Naval Air Corps and as an aircraft electrician, and retired from USS Chemical. Leon was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and a good neighbor. He is survived by his children, Cindy Deuell and husband Buddy, of Fredericksburg, VA; Rachel Lato and husband Byron, of Prairieville, LA; Dianne Stephens and husband, Mickey; Karene Lynch and husband Rick; Paul Braud, and wife Deborah; Floyd Braud, and wife Vickie; and Corey Toups and husband Shaun of Baton Rouge. He is also survived by a brother, Neelis Braud and wife Bernice; sister, Zilphia Fontenot; Godson, Fred Anderson and wife Marie; sister-in-law, Ruth Brown; brother-in-law, Leonard Herbez; 22 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Leon is preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Eloise Eiswirth Braud; parents, Emile and Hazel Braud; grandson, Harold Barlow Jr.; brother, Shelton Braud; and sisters, Alvern Carbo, Robbie Kornrumph, and Lois Herbez. Visitation will be at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, Thursday, April 27, 2017, from 9:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am celebrated by Rev. Cleo Milano. Entombment will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Kevin Barlow, Matt Deuell, Sam Lato, Brett Lato, BJ Lato, Alex Braud, Jack Toups, Ben Toups and David Toups, and a close family friend, John Thibodeaux. The family wishes to thank his devoted and loving caregivers; daughter-in-law Deborah Braud, RN; Gloria Parker; Aldrema Hayes; Brian and Latasha Sanford; and Hospice in His Care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to The disAbility Resource Center, 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, www.cildrc.org or Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church Traditions for Tomorrow Campaign.
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My sincere sympathy to the Braud family. Have many memories of your family.
Betty A Whittington
April 19, 2022
Our prayers continue to be with you and your family. May you always be "In His Care."
Hospice In His Care
May 3, 2017
Rachel; my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Avery
April 30, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to lose someone we love in death. May our Heavenly Father give you the comfort and peace that you need now and in the days to ahead.
April 27, 2017
Karene and Family, I would like to express a warm condolence on the behalf of the Administrative Unit at DCFS. May your prayers and the prayers of others get you through this time. We Love You!!
Shelia Armstead
April 26, 2017
I still remember playing with Rachel and all the kids including Mark after school at the Braud house behind Westdale, Mr. Braud was always busy working on something and showing us what he was doing. Such a great father...so sad to lose these wonderful men that brought us up and taught us to be the best we could be. Hugs, love and prayers to all the family.
Johanna Saizan Payne
April 26, 2017
Sorry for your loss I have great memories of the wonderful Braid family
Betty Whittington
April 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Peace be with you during this sad time.
Mike Thompson
April 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts & prayers for you & Byron.
Jean Cotter Merritt
April 26, 2017
Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at HOSEA 13:14 L Ohio
April 26, 2017
Rachel and family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. DiAnne and Paul.
DiAnne Ponsano
April 26, 2017
Truly another angel welcomed into Heaven! May your family find comfort through your faith and prayers from all who loved him. Love and prayers-
Starlyn and Layne Summers
April 26, 2017
Rachel my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can't be at the funeral but my prayers are with you.
Janet Amedee
April 26, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Braud family. I did not know Mr. Braud personally but they say you most often can judge someone by their offspring. If that is true Mr. Braud must have been among the Best of the Best because his son Paul, My Friend is the best. I feel sure that is a direct reflection of a good Godly man. My prayer is for peace and comfort in the days to come for this sweet family of which I love. So sorry I'm not there for the service but my thoughts will be with you on Thursday
Susie Gazaway
April 26, 2017
With deepest sympathy, may the power of prayer ease your sorrow, give you peace and provide much comfort for you during this difficult time. Matthew 21:22
April 26, 2017
My thoughts and prayers for Paul Braud Jr. and family. A joyous reunion has indeed taken place.
Mark Schiltz
April 25, 2017
To my dear first cousins, Dianne, Cindy, Rachel, Karene, Paul, Floyd and Corey. My sincerest prayers and condolences. Time and distance prevent my visit but I will be there in thought and prayers. Uncle Leon was always good to us, a good man, father and uncle. - Ken
Kenneth Braud
April 25, 2017
Dear Cindy and family, we're very sorry about your loss. Our condolences to each of you. May God give you comfort and strength. You are in my prayers!
Olinda Brownell
April 25, 2017
Leon Paul Braud Sr RIP we will take it from here God Bless Rest easy at the side of Our Lord
Mark Smith
April 25, 2017
Our prayers are for Mr. Braud Sr. as well as all of his family. Obviously he was great human being. We know one of his daughters and granddaughters well, and they are saintly people. He has left a great legacy.
Louis & Carolyn Farrell
April 25, 2017
Prayers for your father and condolences for you and your family. May he rest in the peace of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Dennis Marrero
April 25, 2017
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