Walter Landry Obituary

Walter David Landry, Jr. passed away on September 16, 2022. He was born in Plaquemine, Louisiana. He was 92 years old. He grew up in White Castle, and lived in Brusly, Louisiana for the last 49 years. His parents, Walter D. Landry, Sr., and Beatrice Whaley Landry, and brother, Darrell "Boss" Landry, sister-in-law, Thelma Landry preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Lucy Peavy Landry; sons, David Paul Landry (Anh Vu) and Whelman Joseph Landry; his grandsons, Grant Howard Vu Landry and Watson Vu Landry; his sister, Katherine Landry Hymel; his sister-in-law Donna Peavy and friend Deborah Rochelle. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Jackie Mistretta (Bryan), Joni Russo (Scott), Jim Landry (Deanna), Dena Hymel, Darlene Ramirez, Caryl Hymel (Alisha Babin), Dewayne Hymel (Donna), and special great-nephew Daniel Lusk (Erin). He graduated from White Castle High School in 1947 and Louisiana State University in 1954. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving as 1st Lieutenant. He retired from the State of Louisiana Fire and Police Civil Service. Walter was an active member of Whaley-Savoy American Legion Post 212, where he served as Post Commander for several years. He was a faithful member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly. Walter loved his hometown and enjoyed conversations with family and friends regarding life in White Castle and Iberville Parish. In Brusly, he quickly developed friendships and became an active citizen there. He served as president of the Brusly Lions Club for several years. Walter was a unique individual and was always ready to give his opinion on any subject in both an entertaining and instructive manner. Pallbearers are Daniel Lusk, Caryl Hymel, Neal Harmon, Jim Landry, Michael Redmann and Grayson Brewer. Honorary pallbearers are David Prejean, Don Hood, Henry Soniat and Richie Burtt. Visitation will take place at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 402 S. Kirkland Dr., (River Road) in Brusly on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow celebrated by Fr. Arun John. Internment in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery. Rabenhorst Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Published by The Advocate from Sep. 18 to Sep. 19, 2022.
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Our sympathy and prayers go out to Lucy and all the family. May they be strengthen by God's grace during this most difficult time.

Sally and Andy Seneca

October 1, 2022

With deepest sympathy to The Landry Family . Keeping everyone in my prayers. I only got to know Mr Walter and Mrs Lucy for a short period of time , but I´m glad I got to meet and talk to some wonderful people. Keeping you in my prayers Mrs Lucy and your family

Christal Manchester

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September 21, 2022

He was such a good man, a gentleman in every way with a great sense of humor. l have fond memories of bayou tours with him and Lucy. One day he and Whelman helped me rake up oak leaves for a compost pile as if it were his own. Such energy from a 90-year-young guy. He was remarkable for his energy - jogging daily until his eighties!!! I loved his quiet, self-effacing manner. I miss him but am happy that his suffering is over and he is with Godl.

Suzanne Lasseigne, RSCJ

September 21, 2022

We will miss our visits with Walter. He was a good man. He will be missed by his family and friends.
God Bless him.

Shirley & Jack Rothrock

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September 20, 2022

Chicago Ken Goldberg

September 19, 2022

Walter was definitely a gentleman and a scholar. It will be very difficult to replace him on this earth because of his special qualities and demeanor. I want to thank Lucy and Walter for being loving friends with my Mom and Dad. They had so much fun on their adventures. Mom and Lucy had a great relationship. They truly loved each other. Sending my condolences -

Tim Bourgeois

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September 19, 2022

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