Leonard Anthony Tregre, 59, passed away Friday, June 4, 2021 at Clarity Hospice with his wife and mother by his side. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, Godfather and friend who enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved his job as a shop manager at Austin Fire Systems, a place where he respected and appreciated the owner. Leonard was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting with his brothers and nephews forging very close relationships. His other hobbies included attending LSU football games with his wife and going to his parents’ camp in Grand Isle. He helped his mom take care of his dad during his illness, looking after both of them. Family was very important to him.
Leonard leaves behind his loving and devoted wife of 21 years, Gwen Graham Tregre who will forever love and keep him in her heart. She was very blessed to be by his side during his illness. They were a great team. He is also survived by his mother, Brooks F. Tregre, stepdaughters, Ashley Painter (Shawn) and Hope Braud (Dustin); brothers, Troy Tregre, Cliff Tregre (Wendy), Ron Tregre (Kristen); grandchildren, Brooklyn and Clayton Painter, Avery and Evan Braud; Godchild and nephew, Garrett Tregre (Courtney); nephew, Joshua Tregre (Heather) and niece, Zoe Zimmerman.
Leonard was preceded in death by his father, Roy B. Tregre.
Visitation will be held at Ourso Funeral Home in Gonzales on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 from 8:00AM until 10:30AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Prairieville at 11:00AM, celebrated by Father Mathew Dunn. Burial will follow at Hope Haven in Gonzales. Pallbearers will be Cliff Tregre, Ron Tregre, Troy Tregre, Joshua Tregre, Garrett Tregre and Wade Graham. Honorary pallbearers will be Shawn Painter and Dustin Braud.
Special thanks to Dr. Joseph Shows, nurse Katie and everyone at Mary Bird Perkins, Dr. John Tabor, Dr. Maurice King, Clarity Hospice and their staff and to everyone in our family that helped us. We love you.
