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Olides Walter Brickens Sr.

1916 - 2019

Olides Walter Brickens Sr. obituary, 1916-2019

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Olides Brickens Obituary

Olides Walter Brickens Sr., 102, passed away peacefully on February 3. He was born on February 28, 1916, in Baton Rouge, the son of Walter Brickens and Alice Bell. Mr. Brickens was a 1932 graduate of McKinley High School, he earned the Bachelor of Science degree from Leland College in Baker, Louisiana in 1941, and later did further study at LSU. Mr. Brickens married Sarah Beauchamp in 1944, a union that lasted until her death in 1998. Several years later, he married his current wife, Edna Mencer. After graduating from college, Mr. Brickens began his career in education as a science teacher in Kentwood. Later, he transferred to East Baton Rouge Parish Schools and was assigned a position teaching biology at his alma mater, McKinley. In 1970, he became one of the first African-American teachers at Lee High School. Mr. Brickens retired as a full-time teacher in 1973 and was quite active as a substitute teacher here in the city up until age 94. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sarah; two sons, Olides Brickens Jr., and O'Dell Brickens Sr.; and a daughter, Alice Brickens. He leaves to mourn his passing: his wife, Edna; sons, Nathaniel Brickens (Deborah) and Charles Hulbert (Mary Elizabeth); and numerous other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00am, Monday, February 11, 2019, at Charity Christian Church, 871 O'Neal Lane, Baton Rouge. Interment at Winfield Cemetery. Following the burial, there will be a reception held at the church.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 8 to Feb. 11, 2019.
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I am saddened to read about Mr. Brickens' passing. I frequently chose Mr. Brickens to be my substitute teacher when I taught Auto Mechanic Shop at McKinley Senior High. Mr. Brickens was a true gentleman who always dressed up in a suit or sport coat when he substituted. He was an experienced retired teacher who was firm and fair with the students and I knew everything would be alright when he covered my class. Such a good man.

Mr. John (Jack) deBen

School

January 21, 2024

In sympathy, love and prayers to the family.

Flo McNabb

February 11, 2019

With deepest sympathy

Aliceson Jordan

February 10, 2019

Mr Brickens was my patient when I worked at NPHCC he was a sweet person praying that God comforts you'll in your time of need.

Aliceson Jordan

February 10, 2019

Mr. Brickens was my study hall teacher at Lee High School in 1971. He was a very kind gentleman who had much patience with a class of 17 year old's who would push anyone resolve. I enjoyed many conversations with him, and he added to my worldly journey. Thank You Mr. Brickens, and God's speed.

Wayne Atkinson

February 9, 2019

Please accept my condolences and prayer. May God give you strength to cope with your loss. Psalms 145:18,19

February 9, 2019

Dear Brickens family,

I'm deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your divine patriarch, Mr. Olides Walter Brickens. He was a great educator who touched the lives of hundreds of students in Baton Rouge. I remember him fondly as an awesome teacher during my years at McKinley high school. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the peace of God guide your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus at this difficult time of bereavement.

Sincerely, Claiborne D Haughton, Jr.
McKinley high school, class of 1963

Claiborne D. Haughton, Jr.

February 9, 2019

Dear Brickens family,

I'm deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your divine patriarch, Mr. Olides Walter Brickens. He was a great educator who touched the lives of hundreds of students in Baton Rouge. I remember him fondly as an awesome teacher during my years at McKinley high school. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the peace of God guide your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus at this difficult time of bereavement.

Sincerely, Claiborne D Haughton, Jr.
McKinley high school, class of 1963

Claiborne D. Haughton, Jr.

February 9, 2019

Condolences to the Brickens family from McKinley Class of 1968.

Charlotte Howard

February 9, 2019

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