On March 6, 2022, Lawrence Joseph LeBlanc Sr. "L.J." transitioned to his eternal home after 75 years of lighting our world. LJ used his hands to light up many homes and businesses as a licensed electrician for 54 years. He lit up minds by teaching electrical classes at Baton Rouge Community College, Associated Builders and Contractors school as a NCCR Master Trainer, and writing/editing the Electrical Code Training Course Manual. He lit up the rooms he entered with his bright blue eyes, gentle smile, and warm welcome. "Rockin' Hot", "TNT-Taint Nothing To it", "WPA- way pass awesome", and "Any better and I'd be twins" - are a few famous phrases he shared with family, friends and strangers alike. He had a gift in making others feel at ease and comfortable in being themselves. He encouraged others to use their gifts and be a source of light in the world.
LJ recently reminded us of the two most important things in his life: Faith and Family. Always one to practice what he preached, LJ lived and shared his Catholic faith throughout his life. His involvement in his faith began as a young altar boy at Holy Family in Port Allen. He served his church as a catechist with the Confirmation classes at St. John the Baptist in Brusly until 2020. LJ was a longtime retreatant of Manresa House of Retreats in Convent, Louisiana, a tradition he carried from his father. His last visit to Manresa included fellowship with his son-in-law and 3 of his grandsons. LJ entered the seminary in high school and pursued a vocation as a priest until he met Peggy Berthelot. LJ and Peggy were married on April 26, 1969, and were married for 45 years. LJ jokingly called himself 'Mr. Peggy' when he volunteered his time building crosses, props, leading small groups, and supporting Peggy's work in ministry at the Youth Offices of the Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge and St. John the Baptist.
Known for his generous spirit, unconditional and courageous love, LJ loved cooking pancakes, eggnog, sweet chili, and fruit salad to share with family. LJ spent his teenage and young adult life caring for his siblings and establishing a strong family foundation. He shared his love of woodworking and teaching with his grandsons; going to watch them play ball was a favorite as well. He enjoyed attending NASCAR races and Manresa retreats with his son-in law and working alongside his sons. Oh how he loved his 'baby girl' Katelynn. He was an abiding presence in the lives of his family and modeled "being" as a gift.
LJ also served in the United States Navy (1969-71) and was very proud to wear his Navy cap and talk of his time on the USS Odgen. He received the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal.
LJ is now reunited with Peggy, his parents Leo and Rita LeBlanc Sr., sister Rita Mae LeBlanc Berthelot, brother Rene Michael LeBlanc, dear friends and mentors Luke Broussard and Ralph Louis Altazan.
LJ is survived by his mother-in-law and roommate, Margaret Tullier Berthelot; 3 children: Melissa "Missy" LeBlanc DeVillier & husband Bill, Lawrence "Jay" LeBlanc, Jr. & wife Stacy, Ralph LeBlanc & wife Leigh; 9 grandchildren: Gaven DeVillier & fiance Emily Eherenman, Collin DeVillier, Ryan DeVillier, Landon LeBlanc, Madeline Hamilton, Jacob Hamliton, Katelynn LeBlanc, Brady LeBlanc, and Beau LeBlanc; sisters, Bernadette Settoon (Johnny), Susie Berthelot (Riley "Peewee"), Jenny Hanner & brother Leo LeBlanc, Jr. (Angelina "Pug"); In-laws: Ted Berthelot (Karen), Jeffery Berthelot (fiancé LeeAnn Ardoin), Terry Berthelot Jarreau (Brett), Chenny LeBlanc & special friend Mary Ann David.
All services celebrating LJ's life will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly, LA. Visitation will be on Friday, March 11, 2022 from 9:30am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12pm, celebrated by Father Matt Lorrian. Interment will follow at Grace Memorial Park Plaquemine, LA. The family is inviting you to spread "light" through donations to Catholic Relief Services or The Wounded Warrior Project. In lieu of flowers, please bring a canned good to donate to the St. John Food Bank.
LJ recently reminded us of the two most important things in his life: Faith and Family. Always one to practice what he preached, LJ lived and shared his Catholic faith throughout his life. His involvement in his faith began as a young altar boy at Holy Family in Port Allen. He served his church as a catechist with the Confirmation classes at St. John the Baptist in Brusly until 2020. LJ was a longtime retreatant of Manresa House of Retreats in Convent, Louisiana, a tradition he carried from his father. His last visit to Manresa included fellowship with his son-in-law and 3 of his grandsons. LJ entered the seminary in high school and pursued a vocation as a priest until he met Peggy Berthelot. LJ and Peggy were married on April 26, 1969, and were married for 45 years. LJ jokingly called himself 'Mr. Peggy' when he volunteered his time building crosses, props, leading small groups, and supporting Peggy's work in ministry at the Youth Offices of the Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge and St. John the Baptist.
Known for his generous spirit, unconditional and courageous love, LJ loved cooking pancakes, eggnog, sweet chili, and fruit salad to share with family. LJ spent his teenage and young adult life caring for his siblings and establishing a strong family foundation. He shared his love of woodworking and teaching with his grandsons; going to watch them play ball was a favorite as well. He enjoyed attending NASCAR races and Manresa retreats with his son-in law and working alongside his sons. Oh how he loved his 'baby girl' Katelynn. He was an abiding presence in the lives of his family and modeled "being" as a gift.
LJ also served in the United States Navy (1969-71) and was very proud to wear his Navy cap and talk of his time on the USS Odgen. He received the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal.
LJ is now reunited with Peggy, his parents Leo and Rita LeBlanc Sr., sister Rita Mae LeBlanc Berthelot, brother Rene Michael LeBlanc, dear friends and mentors Luke Broussard and Ralph Louis Altazan.
LJ is survived by his mother-in-law and roommate, Margaret Tullier Berthelot; 3 children: Melissa "Missy" LeBlanc DeVillier & husband Bill, Lawrence "Jay" LeBlanc, Jr. & wife Stacy, Ralph LeBlanc & wife Leigh; 9 grandchildren: Gaven DeVillier & fiance Emily Eherenman, Collin DeVillier, Ryan DeVillier, Landon LeBlanc, Madeline Hamilton, Jacob Hamliton, Katelynn LeBlanc, Brady LeBlanc, and Beau LeBlanc; sisters, Bernadette Settoon (Johnny), Susie Berthelot (Riley "Peewee"), Jenny Hanner & brother Leo LeBlanc, Jr. (Angelina "Pug"); In-laws: Ted Berthelot (Karen), Jeffery Berthelot (fiancé LeeAnn Ardoin), Terry Berthelot Jarreau (Brett), Chenny LeBlanc & special friend Mary Ann David.
All services celebrating LJ's life will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly, LA. Visitation will be on Friday, March 11, 2022 from 9:30am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12pm, celebrated by Father Matt Lorrian. Interment will follow at Grace Memorial Park Plaquemine, LA. The family is inviting you to spread "light" through donations to Catholic Relief Services or The Wounded Warrior Project. In lieu of flowers, please bring a canned good to donate to the St. John Food Bank.
On March 6, 2022, Lawrence Joseph LeBlanc Sr. "L.J." transitioned to his eternal home after 75 years of lighting our world. LJ used his hands to light up many homes and businesses as a licensed electrician for 54 years. He lit up minds by teaching electrical classes at Baton Rouge Community College, Associated Builders and Contractors school as a NCCR Master Trainer, and writing/editing the Electrical Code Training Course Manual. He lit up the rooms he entered with his bright blue eyes, gentle smile, and warm welcome. "Rockin' Hot", "TNT-Taint Nothing To it", "WPA- way pass awesome", and "Any better and I'd be twins" - are a few famous phrases he shared with family, friends and strangers alike. He had a gift in making others feel at ease and comfortable in being themselves. He encouraged others to use their gifts and be a source of light in the world.
LJ recently reminded us of the two most important things in his life: Faith and Family. Always one to practice what he preached, LJ lived and shared his Catholic faith throughout his life. His involvement in his faith began as a young altar boy at Holy Family in Port Allen. He served his church as a catechist with the Confirmation classes at St. John the Baptist in Brusly until 2020. LJ was a longtime retreatant of Manresa House of Retreats in Convent, Louisiana, a tradition he carried from his father. His last visit to Manresa included fellowship with his son-in-law and 3 of his grandsons. LJ entered the seminary in high school and pursued a vocation as a priest until he met Peggy Berthelot. LJ and Peggy were married on April 26, 1969, and were married for 45 years. LJ jokingly called himself 'Mr. Peggy' when he volunteered his time building crosses, props, leading small groups, and supporting Peggy's work in ministry at the Youth Offices of the Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge and St. John the Baptist.
Known for his generous spirit, unconditional and courageous love, LJ loved cooking pancakes, eggnog, sweet chili, and fruit salad to share with family. LJ spent his teenage and young adult life caring for his siblings and establishing a strong family foundation. He shared his love of woodworking and teaching with his grandsons; going to watch them play ball was a favorite as well. He enjoyed attending NASCAR races and Manresa retreats with his son-in law and working alongside his sons. Oh how he loved his 'baby girl' Katelynn. He was an abiding presence in the lives of his family and modeled "being" as a gift.
LJ also served in the United States Navy (1969-71) and was very proud to wear his Navy cap and talk of his time on the USS Odgen. He received the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal.
LJ is now reunited with Peggy, his parents Leo and Rita LeBlanc Sr., sister Rita Mae LeBlanc Berthelot, brother Rene Michael LeBlanc, dear friends and mentors Luke Broussard and Ralph Louis Altazan.
LJ is survived by his mother-in-law and roommate, Margaret Tullier Berthelot; 3 children: Melissa "Missy" LeBlanc DeVillier & husband Bill, Lawrence "Jay" LeBlanc, Jr. & wife Stacy, Ralph LeBlanc & wife Leigh; 9 grandchildren: Gaven DeVillier & fiance Emily Eherenman, Collin DeVillier, Ryan DeVillier, Landon LeBlanc, Madeline Hamilton, Jacob Hamliton, Katelynn LeBlanc, Brady LeBlanc, and Beau LeBlanc; sisters, Bernadette Settoon (Johnny), Susie Berthelot (Riley "Peewee"), Jenny Hanner & brother Leo LeBlanc, Jr. (Angelina "Pug"); In-laws: Ted Berthelot (Karen), Jeffery Berthelot (fiancé LeeAnn Ardoin), Terry Berthelot Jarreau (Brett), Chenny LeBlanc & special friend Mary Ann David.
All services celebrating LJ's life will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly, LA. Visitation will be on Friday, March 11, 2022 from 9:30am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12pm, celebrated by Father Matt Lorrian. Interment will follow at Grace Memorial Park Plaquemine, LA. The family is inviting you to spread "light" through donations to Catholic Relief Services or The Wounded Warrior Project. In lieu of flowers, please bring a canned good to donate to the St. John Food Bank.
LJ recently reminded us of the two most important things in his life: Faith and Family. Always one to practice what he preached, LJ lived and shared his Catholic faith throughout his life. His involvement in his faith began as a young altar boy at Holy Family in Port Allen. He served his church as a catechist with the Confirmation classes at St. John the Baptist in Brusly until 2020. LJ was a longtime retreatant of Manresa House of Retreats in Convent, Louisiana, a tradition he carried from his father. His last visit to Manresa included fellowship with his son-in-law and 3 of his grandsons. LJ entered the seminary in high school and pursued a vocation as a priest until he met Peggy Berthelot. LJ and Peggy were married on April 26, 1969, and were married for 45 years. LJ jokingly called himself 'Mr. Peggy' when he volunteered his time building crosses, props, leading small groups, and supporting Peggy's work in ministry at the Youth Offices of the Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge and St. John the Baptist.
Known for his generous spirit, unconditional and courageous love, LJ loved cooking pancakes, eggnog, sweet chili, and fruit salad to share with family. LJ spent his teenage and young adult life caring for his siblings and establishing a strong family foundation. He shared his love of woodworking and teaching with his grandsons; going to watch them play ball was a favorite as well. He enjoyed attending NASCAR races and Manresa retreats with his son-in law and working alongside his sons. Oh how he loved his 'baby girl' Katelynn. He was an abiding presence in the lives of his family and modeled "being" as a gift.
LJ also served in the United States Navy (1969-71) and was very proud to wear his Navy cap and talk of his time on the USS Odgen. He received the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal.
LJ is now reunited with Peggy, his parents Leo and Rita LeBlanc Sr., sister Rita Mae LeBlanc Berthelot, brother Rene Michael LeBlanc, dear friends and mentors Luke Broussard and Ralph Louis Altazan.
LJ is survived by his mother-in-law and roommate, Margaret Tullier Berthelot; 3 children: Melissa "Missy" LeBlanc DeVillier & husband Bill, Lawrence "Jay" LeBlanc, Jr. & wife Stacy, Ralph LeBlanc & wife Leigh; 9 grandchildren: Gaven DeVillier & fiance Emily Eherenman, Collin DeVillier, Ryan DeVillier, Landon LeBlanc, Madeline Hamilton, Jacob Hamliton, Katelynn LeBlanc, Brady LeBlanc, and Beau LeBlanc; sisters, Bernadette Settoon (Johnny), Susie Berthelot (Riley "Peewee"), Jenny Hanner & brother Leo LeBlanc, Jr. (Angelina "Pug"); In-laws: Ted Berthelot (Karen), Jeffery Berthelot (fiancé LeeAnn Ardoin), Terry Berthelot Jarreau (Brett), Chenny LeBlanc & special friend Mary Ann David.
All services celebrating LJ's life will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly, LA. Visitation will be on Friday, March 11, 2022 from 9:30am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12pm, celebrated by Father Matt Lorrian. Interment will follow at Grace Memorial Park Plaquemine, LA. The family is inviting you to spread "light" through donations to Catholic Relief Services or The Wounded Warrior Project. In lieu of flowers, please bring a canned good to donate to the St. John Food Bank.
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