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Morris Rabalais Obituary

Morris J. Rabalais, age 88, passed away on April 10, 2021 at his residence in Central, Louisiana. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He retired in 1993 from Gulf States Utilities, Willow Glen Station, after 37 years of service. He was a proud member of the United States Army and served during the Korean Conflict in Germany for 2 years. Morris enjoyed fishing, gardening, wood working, travelling, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a long time parishoner of St. Patrick Catholic Church, and recently St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Elmade Francois; sons, James Brent Rabalais (Vickie), Gary Rabalais (Claire), Todd Rabalais (Kathy), and Jay Rabalais (Celeste); grandchildren, Stephanie, Kevin, Morgan, Grant, Hannah, Colin, Frances, Olivia, Grace, Sam, Paul, and James; and great grandchildren, Liam, Owen and Rosalee. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Angele Rabalais; siblings Stafford, Roland, Essie, and Rhodia. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church at 11:00am. Burial to follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note for the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 12 to Apr. 15, 2021.
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Morris was one of my favorite people at Willow Glen. Fortunate to work for him in Unit 1 & 2! My prayers are with his family!

Wesley Lee

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April 20, 2021

So sorry for your loss.
Rosalind Hirsius

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April 14, 2021

Kimberly Poli

April 13, 2021

To the Rabalais family,

I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Morris's passing. I pray for him and for your comfort during this difficult time.

Kathy Scallan Woods

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April 13, 2021

Kenny Cameron Gillian Scarbro

April 13, 2021

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate his life well lived and shared with his loving family.
My prayers are with you all in this time of loss.

Dan M Rodney

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April 13, 2021

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Alphonsus Catholic Church

14040 Greenwell Springs Rd, Greenwell Springs, LA

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