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11817 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
JAMES HENRY ENGELS, SR., was born February 26, 1927, in Plaquemine, Louisiana, and died at his home in Central on March 27, 2013. Henry is survived by his wife of 65 years, Beverly Boudreaux Engels and their six children: James Henry Engels, Jr. and Sheri Holifield of Baton Rouge; Cheryl and Paul Rioux of Watson; Gary and Melanie Engels of Kerens, Texas; Keith and Elizabeth Engels of Baton Rouge; Michael and Jami Engels of Greenwell Springs; and Eugene Engels of Central. Henry is also survived by his sisters Julia E. Watts of Greenwell Springs and Jeanne Mae and Bill Hall of Galveston, Texas; as well as his brother Thomas M. and Shirley Engels, Sr. of Zachary and sisters-in-law, Verlin Murphy of Baton Rouge and Lottie Engels of Baker. He will be greatly missed by his 17 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Henry is preceded in death by his parents, J. A. Engels, Sr. and Myrtis Marionneaux Engels, brothers J. Arthur Engels, Jr., J. Bertram Engels, Theon C. Engels, Fredrick G. Engels, and Fr. Eugene R. Engels as well as sisters Anna E. Babin and Sally E. Nijoka. Henry studied at the seminary at St. Benedict's in Covington. He attended Baker High School and graduated in 1944 from Catholic High where he participated in football and boxing. Henry served in the U.S Navy during World War II having been stationed in the Philippines at PT Boat Base 17 on Samar Island. After being discharged, he attended LSU on the GI Bill. Henry began a career with Exxon Chemical Company in Baton Rouge. During his tenure with Exxon, he was a Stanocola Medical board member at the time the Stanocola building was constructed on South Foster. The Engels family lived in Abadan, Iran, for two years where Henry was on loan to the Iranian Oil Company. For the five years following his retirement in 1979, he designed training and safety programs for Placid Refining. Then, he began the passion of his life and became an ordained minister. He pastored a church in Plaquemine for two years and served as a visiting minister at nursing homes, hospitals, and with the National Guard. He and Beverly did missionary work in Belize and Mexico. Henry led many people to the Lord over his decades of ministry. He ministered by word and by example. Visitation will be at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, on Friday, March 29, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and resume Saturday at 8:00 a.m. Funeral services will be officiated by Danny LeBlanc at Resthaven on Saturday, March 30 at 10:00 a.m. with military graveside service to follow. Pallbearers will be grandsons Jason Engels, Reuben Rioux, Chris Engels, Joshua Engels, Chad Engels, and Peyton Engels. Only surviving brother, Thomas Marionneaux Engels, will serve as honorary pallbearer. The family would like to thank Henry's caregivers, sisters Pamela Henry, Angela Moore, and Claudette Duncan for their love and dedication. Please visit www.resthavenbatonrouge.com to sign the online guestbook.
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Uncle Henry, I can't believe it's been nearly 10 years - I hope all the Engels are partying in Heaven. Until we meet again...
Theresa Caillouet
Family
March 22, 2022
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. ~ Inspired by an Eskimo legend
Theresa Caillouet
Family
March 22, 2020
Just to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Don and Nancy Tate
April 4, 2013
I can only remember meeting him a few times, but, he was always very nice and kind.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Donnie Day
April 4, 2013
Beverly, we remember Henry and you from the St. Thomas More Charismatic Prayer Group. He was quite the man and prayer warrior.
Patrick and Jehane Oneal
April 1, 2013
Sorry to hear about Mr. Herny's passing. He touched so many of our lives.
Lynn Lively
April 1, 2013
Butch and Gary,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know how much your Dead meant to you. His harmonica playing will be missed.
John 14:1-3 ..In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
....Mr. Henry is in his place with Jesus, now. What a blessing!!
Sincerely,
Carol Sells
April 1, 2013
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear
Dear Aunt Beverly, so many memories of Uncle Henry when I was young. May you find comfort in your memory happy memories as well. love always,
Theresa Caillouet
April 1, 2013
Aunt Beverly I am sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Henry. My prayers go out to all your family. Love you and will never how good you were to me when Tommy passed away. Love you.
Carolyn Antie
March 31, 2013
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. 26 And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. I know Uncle Henry is in Heaven rejoicing! I have such fond memories of growing up and spending time with all of you, we shared so many adventures as cousins, and Uncle Henry was so special! We will miss him! Until we meet again Uncle Henry! Much love to all of you!
Paula Engels Croft
March 31, 2013
To all my cousins and Aunt Beverly. I am so sorry for your loss. I remember sitting in front of Henry and Beverly's house talking to Henry when Wayne and I came up to visit before my father died. I did not hear about Henry dying until this morning. I am sorry that I was not at the funeral.
Denise Gaarder
March 31, 2013
My daddy worked at the plant with Mr Henry. It makes me happy that the men are reunited in heaven and cutting up as they did back in the day. Oh the stories they told. So sorry for your loss.
Corliss Brasseaux Satterfeal
March 29, 2013
He was so loved because he so loved others first. In that, he followed the footsteps of his Savior, Jesus Christ. What a man of God he is...
Danny LeBlanc
Hospice Chaplain
Daniel LeBlanc
March 29, 2013
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Geri L Weber RN
March 29, 2013
Beverlye and family I am sadden by Henry's passing. He was a friend and cousin.Prayers for your family.
Frances Conleay
March 29, 2013
I love you Pipaw! You have touched our live forever!!
Keisha Engels Johnson
March 29, 2013
You will be one of the most remembered soul for all your kindness, laughter and your never wavering beliefs in God. You brought so much to so many and I know this little change will not stop you. Just think .. You dont have to get on a chair for a hug now! See u soon my friend. With Love
Janice Goudeau Ardoin
March 29, 2013
I am truly sorry for y'all's loss. I have so many good memories of Uncle Henry. He will truly be missed. I miss you all. I love you guys. From your niece, cousin, Lisa Engels Logan Fritz's oldest daughter at 4855 Chapelle Ct, Marietta , Georgia 30066 770-757-0884 for anyone that would like to get in touch.
Lisa Engels Logan
March 29, 2013
So many people were blessed to have you in their life. I know your rewards are great in Heaven, we love you!
Jason Engels
March 29, 2013
You'll always be my hero!
Love,
Your Daughter
Cheryl Engels Rioux
March 28, 2013
Aunt Beverly and all of my wonderful cousins, Ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle Henry was such a cut up. I always enjoyed being around him and all of you. He will be truly missed by all. May you find Peace in the Risen Christ.
love to all, Jeanne
Jeanne Babin
March 28, 2013
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