John Tyrone Broadway

1935 - 2019

John Tyrone Broadway obituary, 1935-2019

BORN

1935

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Desselle Funeral Home - Baton Rouge

263 Eddie Robinson Sr. Dr.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

John Broadway Obituary

John Tyrone Broadway, born February 19, 1935 in Clinton, LA, was a respected family man and a faithful church member. He served his country in the US Navy, retired after a 30-year career at DSM Copolymer in Baton Rouge, and he was an avid sports fan. He died on January 5, 2019, leaving four children, two stepchildren, and a host of other loved ones to mourn his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Rosetta, one daughter, several uncles, and an aunt. Services will be held at his church home, Gloryland Baptist Church on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 11:00 am with visitation starting at 9:00 am. Interment will follow at Port Hudson National Cemetery.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 8 to Jan. 10, 2019.
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He was a great neighbor and we truly miss him,especially doing the holidays he would come looking for his sweet potato pie.

Bobby and Grace Williams

Neighbor

January 2, 2021

To John's family i share in the loss of a Father, brother and best friend. I'll ask God's riches blessings upon the family and friends of John. R I P.

Johnnie Mae Quiett-Key

January 16, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Deloris Deemer

January 11, 2019

My prayers are with the family, May God be with you in your time of bereavement. Be blessed.

Betty Austin

January 10, 2019

You will be missed by your neighbors

Mr.&Mrs.Bobby Ray Williams

January 9, 2019

Praying for our family during this sorrowful time. Your smile was grandeur uncle John, you will be forever missed. Resting in the presence of the Lord.

Jan Holmes

January 9, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Terry & Pat Sims

January 9, 2019

Please accept our heartfelt condolences to the family for your great loss. May God provide the needed comfort and support from family and friends during your time of mourning.

January 9, 2019

Offering prayers for a fallen Sailor.

Barry Jarreau

January 8, 2019

My condolences for your loss. May GOD comfort you and heal your broken hearts. Ps. 147:3.
CP., La.

January 8, 2019

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