A retired attorney, a Judge of the 19th Judicial District Court and served three terms as a Legislator representing East Baton Rouge Parish in the Louisiana House of Representatives. Eugene was a native and resident of Baton Rouge. He died at home on Friday, April 11, 2014, at age 85. Visitation will be held at Blackwater United Methodist Church, 10000 Blackwater Road, Sunday, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Visitation will resume Monday from 9:00am until religious services at 11:00am, conducted by the Rev. Marie Williams. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. Eugene is survived by his wife, Merrelle G. McGehee; his three daughters, Laurelle McGehee Cliburn, Kellye McGehee Couvillion & husband Jeff, and Melane McGehee Landry; his son, Webb McGehee & wife Judy; nine grandchildren, Melinda Chaumont, Charlotte McGehee, Clara Mathieu, Carrie Tatum, Tyler Cliburn, Hope Johnson, Claire Couvillion, Colin Landry and Erin Landry; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie G. & Zola Mae Allen McGehee; brother, Eddie G. McGehee, Jr.; and his grandson, Daniel Ryan Couvillion. Pallbearers will be his two grandsons, Colin Landry and Tyler Cliburn, and Blake McGehee, Brandon McGehee, Patrick McGehee and Gus Quinn. Eugene was a member of Blackwater United Methodist Church, the Baton Rouge Bar Association and the Louisiana State Bar Association. He was an Eagle Scout and active in support of Boy Scouts of America Istrouma Area Council and was inducted into the LSU Ole War Skule Hall of Honor. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Blackwater United Methodist Church. An online guest registry is available at www.rabenhorst.com. Rabenhorst Funeral Home East in charge of arrangements.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. McGehee's wife and family. We have known his family for many many years. Hard to believe it has been 40 years this summer since I last saw him. He was already a very successful man even then at the young age of 45 years old. He had a great and loving wife and family, career, and he gave back to the community through his work with the church and Boy Scouts. He left a lasting impression on all who met him. We should all strive to be like him. God Bless and May He Rest In Peace. He is someone I will remember the rest of my life and strive to have a life and career like his. He was truly an American Mentor. :)
Doug Alford
April 15, 2014
Laurelle and family,
We are sorry for your loss and will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and DesLey Plaisance
April 15, 2014
I am saddened by his loss as all his friends and family are. A wonderful human being. Art Root
April 15, 2014
To the family of Mr. Eugene...I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was such a joy to know. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Meredith Atkinson
April 14, 2014
I'm just finding out about Mr. Eugene's passing and so sorry I can't be there. My love to you, Melane and family!
Dawn Yaun
April 14, 2014
Prayers for all your family during this time of such great loss! He sounds like he was a wonderful person! Love,
Jamie & D'Ette Ducote
April 14, 2014
Judge McGehee was a life long friend of my father, James L. D'Spain,Sr. He spent most of his life serving the public and he will be missed by all that knew him. My condolences to the family in their time of loss. Sincerely, Sarah D'Spain Jimenez
April 14, 2014
Eugene was a close friend to my deceased husband, Murray and held such high esteem and respect for him. My condolences to the entire family.
Joy Landry
April 14, 2014
Eugene's presence in other's lives brought quality and wisdom to all who knew him. I will dearly miss our noontime meals together, and the melodic wonderful tone of his voice. You've made it a better world my friend! GOD knows that, I'm sure.
April 14, 2014
This man was an angel in my life and many others. I will miss his kindness and his wise counsel. Eugene gave unselfishly of himself and those gifts will live on to be passed on forever. I pray that the Peace that embraced Eugene will envelop those he left behind. God Bless You, Eugene.
Michael Holleman
April 13, 2014
Mr. Eugene was a dear friend of my father, Johnny Ragusa. He was a kind man and a wonderful friend to my dad. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep Mr. Eugene and all of his family in my prayers.
Brenda Kaiser
April 13, 2014
Eugene is one of my favorite people. I will miss him.
Debbie Anderson
April 13, 2014
We are so very sad for your loss. Keeping your family in our prayers & thoughts. God bless you all.
Randy & Cathie Young-Kin
Randy & Cathie Young-Kin
April 12, 2014
My deep sympaties for Merrelle and the children. Gene will long be remembered for his example of faith and perserverence.
Lenn Talbot
April 12, 2014
Merelle --
So sorry to hear of Eugene's passing!! Remember so well your marriage and subsequent loving relationship.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
(Mr.) Jean Jines
April 12, 2014
My sincere condolences to you all. So many good memories, all those Grand Isle fishing trips, San Luis Obispo, those Baum's dobasch cakes and just ordinary days were always a treat with you guys. I cherish those fond memories. You will remain forever in my thoughts and prayers. Love always, Kelly Carpenter
Kelly Carpenter
April 12, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Frank Ault
April 12, 2014
Those we love remain with us
For love itself lives on,
And cherished memories never fade
Because a loved one's gone.
Those we love can never be
More than a thought apart,
For as long as there is memory,
They'll live on in the heart.
I had the greatest respect for Judge McGehee and always enjoyed talking with him. He made a difference with his life and had a positive effect with so many people's lives. He will be greatly missed.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Cis & Skip Broussard
April 11, 2014
Thank you Mr. Eugene for all you did for me and my children. You and your family are in my prayers. May you rest in peace.
Corey
April 11, 2014
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