Dr. James Joseph Brien Sr., DDS

Dr. James Joseph Brien Sr., DDS obituary, Napoleonville, LA

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James Brien Obituary

Dr. James Joseph Brien Sr., 76, a native of Houma and resident of Napoleonville, Louisiana, passed away on February 9, 2019. A visitation will be held in his honor on Monday, February 11, 2019 at Thibodaux Funeral Home, Thibodaux, Louisiana from 12:00 pm until the Religious Service at 2:00 pm. The burial will follow in Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Dolly Sternfels Brien; son, James "Jay" Brien Jr. and wife Michelle Guillot Brien; daughter, Shelby Brien Pate and companion Brad Huber; brother, Richard "Dickie" Brien; grandchildren, Andrew Brien and fiance' Katie Jordon, Lauren Brien McDaniel and husband Dylan McDaniel, Aimee' Brien, Katherine Pate, Thomas Pate, and Sarah Pate. He was preceded in death by his parents Shelby Brien and Elaine Delaune Brien Noel. He practiced dentistry for 50 years and passionately studied scriptures. His hobbies included hunting, golfing, gardening, playing Pedro, and taking his wife to the casino. The family wishes to thank longtime coworker of 50 years and caregiver, Susan Foret. The family is also grateful for the physicians and caretakers that were there with him to the end. Online condolences can be given at www.thibodauxfuneralhome.com. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 9 to Feb. 11, 2019.
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I will greatly miss u Popa I will miss my favorite grandpa u were the only number 1 grandpa in whole wide world your favorite grand daughter will miss u very much.

Katherine Pate

May 16, 2019

So sorry for y'all loss

Melanie Cedotal

February 14, 2019

Dolly, I read of Jim's death in the paper.. it saddened me greatly as I know how much you will miss him. You have lived your lives together for so many years. I think the obit said 54 years. I hope his passing was not sudden and that you had some time to prepare for it at the same time I hope that he was not suffering through an extended illness. Truly a lifetime has happened since our shared days on Exchange Place with Mrs. Joffrion and her team. Those are rich memories for me. We have lived in St. francisville for the last 12 years but keep a townhouse in Baton Rouge. Our two children and their families live in BR so it makes a convenience for us. I would love a visit with you so keep my phone number in your phone in case you have time in BR someday. It is 225-939-7223. Please know that I hold you and your dear Jim in a special place in my heart. My prayers are that you will make a feast of good memories as you adjust to your new life. God is with you. Love, Carolyn Ory Thornton

Carolyn Thornton

February 13, 2019

Jimmy was a classmate of mine both at Assumption High and also LSU .I haven't seen him in years but I have many fond memories of the times I spent with him. He truly had a good heart and I will miss him and his warm smile.Dolly and Dickie and the entire family I offer you my most sincere sympathy.
Nelson " Nac " Cox

February 13, 2019

I was saddened to learn of James' death. He was a chemistry student of mine in 1959-60. My thoughts and prayers are with wife and his family during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed but his warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit will be remembered forever. I pray that in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared.

Dr. Raymond Folse

February 11, 2019

My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of sorrow. (Psalm 145:19)

February 11, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Brien. He was my dentist for many years - a very kind and compassionate man. May the Lord bless him abundantly in eternal peace. Keeping your family in my prayers.

Nell Ledet

February 11, 2019

We're so sorry for your great loss.

February 10, 2019

Sympathy to Dolly & Family for the loss of a good & kind Man from an old friend. Chuck Yost Boone NC

Chuck Yost

February 10, 2019

Sorry for your loss. May God bless your family.

TA

February 10, 2019

Cousin Jimmy Brien was a very fine man. Very generous in many ways.
Wished he could have stayed longer but the good Lord needed him more. He's an inspiration
to all of us.
Don Delaune in El Paso

February 10, 2019

Jimmy was a great team mate and good friend.

Buddy Carmouche

Friend

February 10, 2019

Dolly and family, I was so sorry to see that James had passed. I'm certainly thinking about you. Sending lots of love and prayers. Ann

Ann Schudmak Keogh

February 10, 2019

Ann Schudmak Keogh

February 10, 2019

So sorry to hear this; he was sincerely kind and compassionate. To the family, you have my most sincere condolence.

Teal Stroud

February 10, 2019

Rest in peace Dr. Brien. To the Brien family our sorrow for you lost. He will be missed in the community.
Sid & Sue Pujol

February 10, 2019

Brien family, May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences.

Hazel Gaylor-Burt

February 9, 2019

RIP Dr Brien you will be sadly missed You were such a good person and great dentist you have been my dentist for forty something years it will be so hard to replace you I don't know if they have any more dentists like you around you were so friendly it was like visiting a friend instead of going to a dentist there are no words to say how much you will be missed Sympathy to family and friends God bless you Dr Brian Sincerely Regina Navarre

Regina Navarre

February 9, 2019

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