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A retired employee of Holsum Bakery on Choctaw Street with 40 years of service and a resident and native of Gonzales, he died of leukemia on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2007, at 9:45 a.m. He was 79. He also worked part time with his son, Dudley Jr., at Cal's Bakery. Visiting at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Gonzales, on Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Entombment in Holy Rosary Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Shirley Bourgeois Mire, whom he married on June 18, 1949. He is also survived by two daughters, Wanda Mire, of Gonzales, and Lynette Mire McGrew and husband Zeb McGrew, of Bogue Chitto, Miss.; a son, Dudley "T-Dud" J. Mire Jr. and wife Mitzi Robert Mire, of Gonzales; a sister, Mary White and husband Bob, of St. Amant; sister-in-law, Mary Francis Mire, of Gonzales; eight grandchildren, Vicky Smith Applewhite, Heather Babin, Celeste Cade and husband Chad, Travis McGrew, Terése Mire, Dudley Mire III, Hubble Mire and Derrick Mire; and six great-grandchildren, Larkin Smith, Maverick Smith, Colby Cade, Caitlin Cade, Jared Applewhite and Caleb McGrew. He was preceded in death by his father, Omer C. Mire; mother, Mary Celeste Frederick Mire; two brothers, Clarence Mire and Oscar Mire Sr.; two half brothers, Dumatil Mire and Elliot Mire; and a half sister, Julie Furlow. Pallbearers will be Travis McGrew, Dudley Mire III, Hubble Mire, Derrick Mire, Oscar Mire Jr. and Heath Babin. He loved working in his wood shop at home where he made many precious items for his family and friends. Dudley and Shirley loved camping and traveling and enjoyed many trips in and out of the country. He was a parishioner of St. Agnes Catholic Church on East Boulevard and St. Francis de Sales Church for the Deaf where he served as reader, usher and on the parish council. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Francis de Sales or Hospice in His Care. Arrangements by Ascension Funeral Home.
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Mitzi, Dudley, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you find strength and comfort with your family. Know that I am thinking of you and praying for you. God Bless.
Jerry Oubre
December 5, 2007
Lynette and family:
May your memories give you peace and his peace give you comfort.
Your in our thoughts and prayers esp. thru the holiday season.
Debbie & Wayne Bessonette
November 29, 2007
Lynette, It is so hard to read that your dad has passed. We had so much fun with him when we were young. I always loved going to your home, because I knew I was welcomed there.
I know we have not kept in touch but hearing how ill your dad had been, I know he is at peace now. This is so difficult to loose someone you love, but to see them resting is comforting.
Peace be to you and all your families.
God Bless You'll.
Sharon Lambert LeBlanc
Sharon & Chuck LeBlanc
November 28, 2007
Dudley,
Sympathies and condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charlene Bercegeay Parker
November 27, 2007
Heather and Ms. Wanda,
I am so very sorry. We will keep all of your family in our thoughts and prayers. I know there are no words for how much you love and are going to miss him, but I'm sure he felt the same...if not more. We love you both.
Deepest sympathy,
Holly (Mire) and Travis Templet
and Trevor & Kennedy
Holly Templet
November 27, 2007
Dudley and Mitzi, we are so sorry to hear about your dad. We will keep you in our prayers. Robert and Lori Chelette
Lori Chelette
November 27, 2007
Although for such a short moment I consider it a priviledge to have taken care of Mr. Dudley in the Outpatient Dept of OLOL. God's best to the family.
Donna Landry, RN, OCN
November 26, 2007
Mrs. Billie and kids,
I am so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful man. As others have said, Mr. Dudley's amazing smile will be greatly missed.
Thinking of you all, Monica.
Monica Mosby
November 26, 2007
Dear Shirley & Family,
You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved Dudley, Sr. It was a true blessing knowing him all these years while we lived in Baton Rouge and associated with him at Catholic Deaf Center. He was one of the finest people, and we will always remember him for his smiles and gentleness in the years to come. I know we will miss his presence at any events at St. Francis de Sales Church when we come down for visits. May God Bless You All.
Love, Arthur Babin & Betty Babin
Arthur Babin
November 26, 2007
Ms. Billie and loved ones:
When I woke up this morning, I dreamed that an Angel was standing in front of me looking directly into my eyes; saying, "What is your morning pray?" I said, "I want my loved ones to be Blessed," and he said to me again; "How many days do you want your friends to be Blessed?" I looked at him ...Directly into his eyes, just the way he was looking into mine. I said, "FOREVER AND EVER," and he said, "Your wish is my COMMAND!" Then I saw blessing coming down from Heaven in your direction.
My deepest sympathy is with all of you at this time. May the Lord fill your inner being with the quietness of His Spirit.
Carol Yarbrough
November 26, 2007
Aunt Billie, Wanda, Lynette and Dud, We will all miss Uncle Dudley's beautiful spirit. His smile and generous nature and funny comments. Jonathan, Heidi and I send our love and prayers to you all.
Rebecca
Rebecca Triche
November 26, 2007
Shirley and family;
Our message of Heartfelt Sympathy.
We hope it will help in some small way to know that our thoughts are with you folks today.
Nick and Bobbie LeFors
November 26, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss....to lose your husband is like losing a part of you. Take care in knowing that God will give you mercy to get through this.
Irene Poche'(wife of Ray Poche')
and Shannon Poche'
Irene Poche
November 26, 2007
Wanda,
I am so sorry to hear of your father passing. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.
Love,
Mary B.
November 26, 2007
To all the Family: Our deepest sympathy is with your family. It is hard to let go of a loved one. One of the things that makes it a bit bearable is to know that he is with our Lord. You have many wonderful memories to help you thru this, that will give you strength. Mr Dudley lived a great full life with many loved ones and friends thru the years. He had a rough road with his illness and now is pain free. I will be praying for you and you will be in my thoughts. I love you all.
Judy (Alford) LeBourgeois
November 26, 2007
Wanda, I am very sorry to read of your father's passing. I pray that God will bring you and your family peace and comfort you all as only He can during this painful time.
Rose Mary Solar
November 26, 2007
Shirley, Wanda, Lynette, and T-Dud:
I'm so sorry to hear of Dudley's passing. I know how much all of you will miss him. He was a very kind and gentle man. I still have fond memories of all the days and nights we spent with all of you when growing up. Dudley always had a smile on his face (no matter how many kids were there or for how long!). He will be missed.
Gloria Hays Templet
November 25, 2007
As time passes, these sad moments will fade and your memories will be of happier times and Mr. Dudley's smile. Our deepest sympathy,
Cathy and Joe Gill
November 25, 2007
i am sorry about it ... i remember him in uncher at cdc...
in god bless him.....
glenda mcglothlin
November 25, 2007
Shirley,
You must know that he is with God and with all angels..he did goodness for his deaf church. you are such inspiration to my life because you are sacrifice to be part of his life by going to deaf church to honor your spouse. without your generious donation, we can not go on to help others in those who need the most. he will be miss by many..
Susan
Susan Treuil
November 25, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that Uncle Dudley is in heaven. And be joyful of all the wonderful memories you all have as a family.
Love you all, Cindy
Cindy Mire
November 25, 2007
Shirley I know it is going to be hard,,but you are strong..I am so sorry there is no words we can say to ease the pain,only time
mary Mire
November 25, 2007
Shirley & Family,
Our deepest sympathy is with your family. There are no words to comfort your grief at this time but please know Jesus needed another angel and he is in a wonderful place. Time may heal your pain, but your memories and love are forever.
Love, Leo Furlow & family
Leo & Faye Furlow
November 25, 2007
Dudley and Mitzi, our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Ralph & Robin Ramirez
November 25, 2007
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