Donald H. Landry, longtime resident of Baton Rouge and native of Morganza, passed away at his home on Friday, July 24, 2015 at the age of 74. Don proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean and Vietnam Wars and was retired due to injuries incurred during active duty. He was currently active in the follow organizations: The Military Order of the Purple Heart, Acacia Shrine Temple, Central Masonic Lodge #442, BR High 12 Club, Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Underage Military Service, Bee Patrol, Americal Division Association, and Big Bad Bravo. Don was survived by his loving wife of 15 years, Betty B. Landry; children, Robin J.M. Landry and Tina A. Landry; close family friend, Amanda Good; step-daughters, Cheryl Bosarge, Terri B. Fitzgerald and Lisa Bosarge; brother, Simon J. Landry and wife Laura; granddaughter, Lauren J. Conner; grandson, Daniel J. Watson; and first wife and mother of his children, Betty (Jane) Vosburg Landry. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence P. Landry and Esma Comeaux Landry; daughter, Lisa L. Watson; and step-son, Ricky Bosarge. Visitation will be held at Greenoaks Funeral Home on Monday, July 27, 2015 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Visitation will continue at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 from 8:30 am until the Masonic Service at 9:30 am immediately followed by the Funeral Service. A graveside service with military honors will follow at 11:00 am at the Louisiana National Cemetery in Zachary. A reception will be held after the graveside service at the Greenoaks Reception Center from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Military Order of the Purple Heart at www.purpleheart.org, or the Acacia Shrine Center at 7991 S. Commerce Ave. Baton Rouge, LA 70815-8029. Online condolences are welcomed at www.greenoaksfunerals.com.
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August 4, 2015
Pat & Wil Melancon
Betty, we are so vey sorry for the loss of Donald. We will certainly miss seeing his smile at the dances. We sincerely hope that the comfort you receive from family and friends will help you to adjust to such a big loss.
May God comfort you through this time of sorrow.
Wil and Pat Melancon
July 31, 2015
Vertie Smith
To all of Don's Family,I'm so sorry for your loss. I know first hand how it can effect you. Love from one of the Big Bad Bravo Babes. Vertie
July 29, 2015
Betty & Family, Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Donald. We will miss his special smile. May God give you a comfort and peace in the days to come. Raymond and Shirley Bourgeois
July 28, 2015
Betty, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Just met Donald a few times but know how much you will miss him.
Your traveling friends, Dave & Connie Boudreaux
July 27, 2015
Virginia Butitta
I wish to extend my condolences to the entire family. Mr. Don was one of the kindest people to be around.
July 27, 2015
Wayne McDaniel
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
July 27, 2015
Gerri Cornett
My deepest sympathy to Betty and Don's family. We will all miss Don's
warm caring presence at the T dance and the V F W.
Gerri Cornett
July 27, 2015
Myra and Tunny Gautreau
The lost of Don was a shocking and tremendous lost to all who had him in their lives, we will miss him at the dances and VA. He always approached you with a big smile that surely made you smile or laugh. So sorry for the Family our condolences. Myra and Tunny Gautreau
July 27, 2015
Pam Causey
We will miss you Mr. Don at the VFW. We said a silent prayer for you on Sunday. You and Betty were so much fun. Betty you and the family are in our prayers.
July 27, 2015
R I P John Johnson VUMS
July 26, 2015
Richard Ory
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Donald's family. The short time I got to know Donald gives me many fond memories of many talks that we had during some trying times. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. We pray that you (Betty) will find the courage and the strength to get through these very difficult times. God bless you all. Richard Ory and Judy Harrell
July 26, 2015
John Henson
Don was a great member of organization and served as Louisiana State Commander. He was well thought of by all the members and we shall miss him. RIP Don, We'll take it from here. God Bless the family.
John Henson, National Commander
Veterans of Underage Military Service
July 26, 2015
Pat Reeves
PDC Don, all of us at DAV will miss you being a part of our lives. I know I will personally miss seeing your and Ms. Betty smiling faces at our Conventions and having a fellow Baton Rougean to complain about LSU with. It's hard to lose one of the "good guys". May God be with you and yours.
Pat M. Reeves, Admin. Asst., Disabled American Veterans, Dept. of LA
July 26, 2015
bobby crafton
I will sure miss u "DAD"...U were a strong father figure in my life and I RESPECTED N LOVED U VERY MUCH...ESPECIALLY FOR THE WAY U DIDNT SWEAT THE. SMALL STUFF and HOW U LIVED LIFE TO THE FULLEST, NO MATTER WAT HEALTH ISSUES CAME UR WAY...U HAVE HELPED ME OVER COME MORE OBSTACLES IN MY LIFE THAN U WILL EVER KNOW....R.I.P.DAD, UR ADOPTED SON LOVED U!!!!
July 26, 2015
Johnny (VFW) Herring
Betty, I was saddened to hear the news of Don's passing. He was certainly a good man. My prayers are with you and your family.
July 26, 2015
Terri Fitzgerald
July 26, 2015
Richard OBrien
Rest in peace.
July 26, 2015
Mary Ann Turner
So sorry for your loss prayers for the family.
July 25, 2015
Louanne Hill
Robin and Betty. I am so very sorry in the loss of Don. Please know we will remember you as you go through the days to come. Keep your eyes on God. His grace will see you through. Louanne Hedrick Hill
July 25, 2015
Bob Schilling
Don, you are a very fine Patriot, We will miss you. Your service to our country is a credit to you and your family. The life long work and service that you gave to those who are less fortunate is what life is all about. Your friends in the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 177
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