Pierce W.R. Dammers

2006 - 2019

Pierce W.R. Dammers obituary, 2006-2019, Baton Rouge, LA

BORN

2006

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory - Downtown

825 Government Street

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Pierce Dammers Obituary

On Friday, March 15, 2019, Pierce W.R. Dammers, beloved son, passed away at the age of 12. Pierce was born on March 23, 2006 in Baton Rouge, LA to Paul and Ginger Dammers. He was a 7th grade student at the LSU Laboratory School, where he excelled in science and social studies. Pierce was highly intelligent and had a passion for history, especially WWII, American presidents, flight, and outer space. If you visit quora.com, you will see that he commonly answered any and all questions posed regarding space. His simple biography on that website wryly stated, "I like dogs. I follow way too much stuff to be able to list it." He loved books of all kinds, and had an encyclopedic knowledge of historical facts, at one point writing a historical novel regarding WWII. Pierce loved to learn, and channeled some of that energy into scouting, participating in local troop 50; he had a goal to become an Eagle Scout. Although Pierce loved his friends, he would often drift into having "adult conversations," while his friends played. The "child" in him loved the Star Wars movie series, silly memes on YouTube, cuddling with his mother, lazing around on weekend mornings draped in a soft blanket, and clowning around on the floor with his dog, Ava. He had many favored "comfort foods," and especially enjoyed eating ice cream, and drinking root beer. Pierce is survived by his father, Paul, his mother, Ginger, his three siblings, Jackson, Grant, Taylor, and his dog, Ava. His grandmother, Sharron Ayers, and his honorary Uncle and Godfather, Don Fuson live locally. He is also survived by seven Uncles, five Aunts, and many extended family members. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 19 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 20 at 4:00 pm at Grace Life Fellowship on Barringer Foreman Road, with a reception to follow. All are welcome. Donations may be made in his honor to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans, or to Boy Scouts Troop 50 at the University United Methodist Church. The only way to honor the dead, is to live. Think of Pierce often, and keep him in your heart as you live. Revelation 21:4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death, mourning, crying, or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.

Published by The Advocate from Mar. 16 to Mar. 20, 2019.
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I used to see Pierce every day he always brought smiles to everyone around. I used to go to his school and scouts with him. I remember how kind, helpful, smart, and funny he was. I will always remember him for who he was. I am happy to see his memory live on.

I hope the Dammers family is well.

Seth Robertson.

Seth Robertson

Friend

December 12, 2023

I'm so sorry for your loss keeping your family in my prayers .he sounds like an extraordinary ,bright young man just know he will always be beside you .I pray for your family every day for you to find peace in what has .God Bless your family

Tonya Parson

Neighbor

April 16, 2019

Dr.Dammers and Family, Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your son and brother Pierce. Just know Jesus needed a new young angel and he chose Pierce. He is in Heaven now watching over all of you. Just know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,

Stephanie Price

April 2, 2019

In loving memory

Erin Vandenweghe

March 29, 2019

Paul and Ginger,
You occupy my every thought. My prayer and constant wish is for peace for you and for all of us as we grieve this unfathomable loss and try to find a way to accept a reality so entirely unacceptable. Our hearts are full with love for the precious friend that weve lost and the family who longs for him. We miss Pierce so much already and always will. Please let us be there for you in any way that will help. Yours truly,
Kate Freeman and family

Kate Freeman

Friend

March 26, 2019

Kate Freeman

Friend

March 26, 2019

Dr. Dammers and family, I am so sorry for the loss of you son, Pierce. I have always looked at the pictures in your office of your boys thinking how blessed you are. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sadness and loss. May you all find the Peace in your hearts knowing that God has called his Earthly Angel Home.

Donna Hebert

March 26, 2019

Dear Dr. Dammers and all your family,
We were so very heartbroken to hear the news that you had lost your precious son Pierce. We remember seeing your children's precious pictures and artwork in our visits to your office. You are in a our thoughts and prayers. May your cherished memories bring joy and our Lord & Savior Jesus bring you peace.
Gail Miller, Michelle Freeman & all our family

Gail Miller

March 23, 2019

Dear Sharron,
I was drawn to Pierce's obituary because of his sweet face; the beautiful tribute that followed told the story of a a remarkable young man who had so much to contribute to the world and a loving family who lost him far too soon. When I realized you are his grandmother, my first thought was that you certainly shared a passion for reading. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my thoughts.

Joyce B. Warren
A friend from NMS

Joyce Warren

March 23, 2019

I do not know any of you. But from reading Pierce's obit it is apparent that he was an extraordinary child with unique gifts and talents. I do know from the photo that he was loved and that he loved all of you. May you all find comfort in that. Prayers

Stuart Family

March 21, 2019

Paul, Ginger, Jackson, Grant, Taylor and Sharron - We pray at this time that God holds all of you in the palm of His Great BIG hands where he will give you the strength to make it through this loss. Please see to each other and keep your memories of Pierce close to your hearts. Please let me know when I can be of support to you.

Joseph Cotton

March 21, 2019

Dammers Family,
We also have a 12 year old son so we are heartbroken for you.
Paul....what an amazing way to give glory and honor your beloved son's memory with your moving reflection speech.
Ginger....you are a loving & devoted mother. Yes, indeed there are signs of Pierce everywhere. God does work in mysterious ways!

Annette & Jon Olson

March 21, 2019

Max and I attended yesterday and we will never forget Pierce and are here for you all.

Monica Tsolakis and family

March 21, 2019

We are so sorry for the loss of your precious son. Please know that your beautiful family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Lynn and Randy Miller

March 21, 2019

My deepest sympathy for your lost

Brady

March 21, 2019

My deepest sympathies to the family

Carol Laborde

March 21, 2019

So sorry for your family's loss. I attended the funeral service today and was moved to tears. What a beautiful tribute to what I now know was Ana amazing young man.

Jack Lampert

March 21, 2019

Dr Dammers,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family during this difficult time.
Lynn Aymond
Brad Aymond

March 21, 2019

Ginger and Paul,
We are deeply sorry for the loss of your handsome and wise son. You are experiencing a level of pain and loss that most people can't imagine and will never experience. I don't know what to say other than I am truly sorry. Please know that I am praying for you all and I know your faith in God and Peirce in your hearts is guiding you all through. Paul's speech tonight was perfect and very well said. You all did a wonderful job of celebrating Peirce's memories and bringing all the youth together for reflection.
We love you both as well as Jackson, Grant and Taylor and Miss Sharron.
The Lovejoy's (David, Jessica, Tanner, Brody, Tenley and Bailey)

Jessica Lovejoy

March 20, 2019

Paul until you spoke tonight I didn't know Pierce, my grandson did, but through your words I got a glimpse of that beautiful boy. Paul, Ginger, Jackson, Grant and Taylor take care of each other and God Bless your family.

Barbara Simoneaux

March 20, 2019

The Dammers Family,
My nephews are in Troop 50, and have shared their deep loss of a fellow Scout and school mate. Please know my prayers are with you all.

Rachel Bergin Smith

March 20, 2019

Ginger, Paul, and boys -
Praying for peace and comfort, the courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. My heart breaks for you.
All my love-

Nikki Yoches Perret

March 20, 2019

Dammers family... what a beautiful service. Hugs to you all!

And to Pierce... you made it HOME. Hope you will show me around when i arrive home. Keep the root beer cold for us

Biggest biggest hugs! Kim Corkern

Kim Corkern

March 20, 2019

Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

Carol, Doug, Sela & Niall Pierce

Carol Pierce

March 20, 2019

Dear Sharron, I wanted to let you know grandmother to grandmother that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your lovely family. May God bless all of you and may Pierce rest in peace. Grant is in my grandson's homeroom. Sincerely, Your "Baseball Therapy" partner - Linda Melancon

Linda Melancon

March 20, 2019

Dammers family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for all of you.

Sarah Watts

March 20, 2019

Dear Dammers,

I have been keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers, and will lift up special prayers today as you all and Pierce's friends and classmates say good-bye.
May the Lord, Jesus bless and keep you and comfort you today and always.

Becky Langlois

March 20, 2019

Ginger and Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
We are sorry for your loss of your beautiful Pierce.
Steddum family

Liz Steddum

March 20, 2019

Dammers Family,
Our son is in the same Cub Scout group as your youngest son. Words cannot express how truly sorry we are for your family. Praying for all of you.

Rice Family

March 20, 2019

Dr. Dammers and family, there are no words of comfott I can say. Your family is in my prayers. I do know how you feel at this awful time as I lost a daughter two years ago. Not a day goes by that I don't talk to her in heaven. So, so sorry for your loss.

Ginny Garraway

March 20, 2019

To the Dammers family,

I offer you my Deepest Sympathy and Sincere Prayers. You have all be in my thoughts and prayers. It is my hope you will all experience the Peace of God which only He can give to us. I will continue to pray for each of you during this time of sorrow. May you be blessed ... Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not unto your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight. My favorite bible verse - It is my hope it will give you peace and blessings at this time.

Tina Bordelon

March 20, 2019

Dr. Dammers, Ginger and family,
I am so sorry.
As a mother of three children, I can't imagine the pain you are going through. Do know Pierce's spirit and love will always surround you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

DIANE BREAUX

March 20, 2019

Dammers Family, we are very sorry for your loss. Our heats and prayers go out to each one of you. We will continue to pray that God will give you peace through this hard time. We love you all and God Bless You!!

Josh and Mary Villemez

March 19, 2019

Ginger and family,
I just wanted to say how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I can't begin to imagine what you must be going through. Stay strong for your family.
Take care,

Neil Sanghani

March 19, 2019

Dr.Dammers & family,
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and all of the family as you grieve the loss of your beloved son. Words are inadequate at a time like this so we share another's:
"Those we love are with the Lord, and
the Lord has promised to be with us. If they are with Him and He is with us, they cannot be far away." (Peter Marshall) Praying that all of you feel the presence of God's spirit and Pierce's spirit.
Peyton & Virginia Crawford

March 19, 2019

I am so deeply and terribly sorry to learn about the loss of your beautiful son. No words are sufficient.

I will pray for all of you.

Lynn R. Schechter, PhD, MP

Lynn Schechter

March 19, 2019

Dr. Dammers and the rest of the Dammers family, I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious child, Pierce. May God bless his perfect soul and comfort your broken hearts. I will continue to pray for your family.

Andy Blank

March 19, 2019

Ginger and Family,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. There are no words. Just know that you and your family have been and will continue to be in my prayers.
Love, Sarah LaPorte

Sarah LaPorte

March 19, 2019

May you and your family feel comfort, peace and the love of the Lord as He holds all of you in the palm of His hand.

Joni Herrmann

March 19, 2019

My Grandson was in his class. I am so saddened for y'alls loss and my prayers are going out to all of Pierce's family. May the peace of God cover each of you and bless each of you.

Raymond Kendrick

March 19, 2019

I used to cut Pierce's hair from time to time. He always had a book and loved to talk about history. Such a very bright child my condolences to the family.

Brooke Vargas

March 19, 2019

To the Dammers Family,

There are no words to take away your pain of losing your son and brother. We are praying for you during this difficult time for peace and understanding.....rest in our Fathers Loving Arms knowing He is the only one that can give your family the strength during this difficult time.

Brittany Anders

March 19, 2019

Martin Langston

March 19, 2019

Martin Langston

Coworker

March 19, 2019

Ginger, I am so incredibly sorry for your unimaginable loss. No parent should have to bury a child. My prayers are with you and your family.

Jennifer Alford Kinberger

March 19, 2019

As a parent of a pre-teen myself, my heart is deeply saddened about Pierce's passing. Your family are in my prayers and thoughts. Please know that GOD is not Sleep, and hears our prayers most in our darkest hours. Psalm 30:5

March 19, 2019

Our deepest condolences to your family. Pierce had a scout's heart and I know he made you proud. Our prayers are with you during this time.

Baton Rouge Scout Shop

March 19, 2019

Those we love don't go away. They walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear. This touches my soul very hard. There is nothing that can express the feelings but know you have love and support.

April Holcomb

March 19, 2019

We extend our deepest sympathies to your entire family over the loss of your beautiful son and brother Pierce. May your faith keep you strong during this difficult time.

Bill, Karen and Dylan

March 19, 2019

Dr. Dammers I am so sorry to hear about your son. I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

Melissa Grill

March 19, 2019

Dr. Dammers & Family
May God hold you and your family at this moment and give you comfort as you mourn. You are in my prayers.

Paula & Andra Chaney

March 19, 2019

Dr. & Mrs. Dammers,
My sincerest condolences in the loss of your beloved Pierce.

Anita Gray

March 19, 2019

Our heartfelt condolences to your family. We are so sorry for the loss of your son.

Brenda and Chester Wilmot

March 18, 2019

Linzay Lawrence

March 18, 2019

Dr. Dammers I'm so so sorry for you and your families loss. My prayers are with you.
Laurie Molesini

Laurie Molesini

March 18, 2019

Ginger and family, may God wrap His loving arms around you to support you during this heartbreaking, difficult time. Pierce sounds like he was an amazing child with so many interests. Remember all the sweet, snuggling moments for your happy memories. Love you!

Cheryl Cope

March 18, 2019

I didn't know Pierce, but my heart breaks for Dr Dammers and all the rest of his family. The wonderful tribute to Pierce in the newspaper makes me know he was an awesome spirit & cherished member of your family. Please try to do as you wrote: Honor his memory best by living your live fully and remembering joyfully the very best times with your precious son.

Belinda & Charles Corder

March 18, 2019

Dr. Dammers, I was so sad to hear about the loss of your son. I wish I could offer some words of comfort as you so often did for me ,but I know there are none. I will be praying for Pierce and your family . Love is forever.

Becky Adams

March 18, 2019

Thinking of you and your family during your period of grief.

Hollis Keene

March 18, 2019

To the Dammers family-
Words fall short when trying to find the right ones that may give you comfort.
There is no darkness where Pierce is, for God is light. It is not lonely, for Christ is with him. It is not an unknown country, for Christ is there. Peace be with you all.

Linda Keene

March 18, 2019

Amy Copeland

March 18, 2019

The Wooley Family is holding your family in our hearts and praying for you, although no words can take away your pain. Surely he ran into God's loving arms as he walked into Heaven.
Many Blessings to All of you.

Peggy Wooley

March 18, 2019

Dr. Dammer's, I can't imagine your loss. My heart breaks for you, Ginger, Jackson, Grant, Taylor and all your family. Barry, myself, Brent and Brandon are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Paula Bishop

March 18, 2019

Ginger and family, I just wanted to express my most heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious boy. I'm so very heartbroken for you all. I'm thinking and praying for you, your family and your precious boys.
All my Love , Kathy McGehee

Kathy McGehee

March 18, 2019

Ginger, I am praying for you and your family. Pierce will forever be in the hearts of all those who not only loved him but also had the privilege of knowing him.

PK Richter

March 18, 2019

Denise Small

March 18, 2019

a loved one

March 18, 2019

Melanie Williams

March 18, 2019

a loved one

March 18, 2019

a loved one

March 18, 2019

I did not know your son nor your family. I looked at his picture and read his obituary and sensed the loss of this sweet and beautiful boy.

Grandmother of a LUS LAB student

March 18, 2019

I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Andrea Major

March 18, 2019

I don't know y'all but my heart aches for this family. Sending hugs and prayers during this difficult time. Your son seems like he was an amazing young man. God has definitely gained an awesome soul. He will always be by your side watching over y'all.
❤❤

Tracy Schaubhut

March 18, 2019

You shall always have my most profound empathy. The well wishers wonder what can be said or done. We will comfort each other and look towards our faith. As James Montgomery wrote 'Beyond this vale of tears there is a life above.' God is with you, and Pierce is with God.
Charles Eberly

Charles Eberly

March 18, 2019

May our loving Heavenly Father bless you and your family with abundant grace, peace and comfort through his Son our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in your time of sorrow. Me and mom send our deepest heartfelt condolences.

Donald King

March 18, 2019

Dr. Dammers our prayers and love go out to you and your precious family.

Patricia Domke

March 18, 2019

Dr. Dammers, so very sorry for your loss!! Thoughts and prayers for youryou and your family!!

Nicholas Yiannopoulos

March 18, 2019

No words for your loss, so sorry for all the family, many prayers

Vickie Muhovich

March 18, 2019

Ginger,Paul&boys: keeping you all in my thoughts & prayers. I know Pierce will be missed so much. I am praying for you all. Also, keeping your sweet Mom in my prayers also. Please know I am always available for you all. All my love, Jenny

Jenny Silbernagel

March 17, 2019

Ginger, I cannot imagine your loss but please know my husband and I are praying for you and Paul and your boys. Please, if there is anyway I can help, I am here for you

Jacqueline Seale

March 17, 2019

a loved one

March 17, 2019

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. My deepest condolences and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Bobby Pandocchi

March 17, 2019

Ginger I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Missy

Missy Jackson

March 17, 2019

Grant,Taylor and dear beautiful Dammer family. May the angels hold each of you close, comfort you in your sorrow and strengthen you in the future days. My prayers thoughts and love are with you all.

Patti Hayes

March 17, 2019

Pierce was a really neat kid with very predictable book tastes in elementary school. Almost ALWAYS about World War II. Every now and then he might surprise me and check out something related to World War I or space but, more often than not it was World War II. I am so heartbroken for your family and have no words to express how sorry I am. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Maria Poirrier

March 17, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers will be with your sweet family during this time. Prayers of strength, peace and God's faithful love. Omer, Jennifer and John Hebert.

Jennifer Hebert

Classmate

March 17, 2019

All of us at Mathnasium loved teaching Pierce. He was a wonderful student and a joy to be around, and we'll all miss him very much. Ginger and Paul, I am so sorry and I'll be praying for you.

Ryan Booth

March 17, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. We will continue to hold your family up in prayer.

Tamara Adams

March 17, 2019

Ginger,Paul,Jackson,Grant, Taylor and family. I have no words that can heal your broken hearts. May God's Grace be sufficient for all of your needs today and always. Ginger please know that I am thinking about you and can help out in any way possible. Much love,
Suzanne

Suzanne Langley

March 17, 2019

You will always be in our prayers. Pat and Hank Wicker

March 17, 2019

Dr. Dammers, My heart breaks for you and your family. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Gibson

Jennifer Gibson

March 17, 2019

I am so sorry for your unimaginable loss. You, your family and all who knew him are in my thoughts and prayers. May the joy he brought and the memories you have give you peace and comfort.

Julie deGeneres

March 17, 2019

I am so sorry for the loss of your child. I can't fathom the pain all of you are enduring. My prayers are with your family.

Lucy Dugas

March 17, 2019

Sharon and family...our hearts are broken for your loss..our prayers are for healing for your entire family. I'm sure Hall and Dee are holding him in heaven...Rest easy..he's with God- Bless all of you

Al and Linda Osterberger

March 17, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Ginger and your precious family. They will be with you to help hold you up when it feels like you can't possibly make it through another day. And Pierce will be with you always. Know that I am praying for solace and peace for your entire family.

Tammy Grant

March 17, 2019

Dearest Ginger & Family,

I Can Only Imagine the Pain, Sorrow, and Heart Break you are experiencing. I fondly remember teaching precious Pierce swim lessons.

May his Amazing Legacy, created at such a young age, Inspire you to Live Life to the Fullest. All my Love and Prayers for You.

Elke Ellzey

March 17, 2019

Sharron and Family,
My heart aches for all of you. I know God is holding your hand at this time. I will keep Pierce in my prayers.

Romanda Talley

March 17, 2019

Ginger and family
Iam so sorry for your loss. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love you very much, Kara

Kara Pruitt

March 17, 2019

Sharron -- there are no words to provide solace, but the love of your friends and family can and will sustain you. We love you.

Anne Krison Mitchell

March 17, 2019

Ginger your Burn family loves you! Praying for all of you.

Alison Stevens

March 16, 2019

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