Ronald Joseph Gaudet, Sr., age 80, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2012. Beloved husband of Pauline T. Gaudet of 58 years. Father of Ronald J. Gaudet, Jr. (loving wife Elaine), Donald Anthony Gaudet and Kim Ann Gaudet. Former father in-law of Pam Gaudet and Debbie Dwyer. Grandfather of Ronald Joseph Gaudet, III, Lindsay Rose Gaudet, Nathan Segura, Brittany Marie Spears and Donovan Anthony Gaudet. Great grandfather of Madeline Rose Gaudet, Nick Spears, Aubrey Segura and Brody Spears. Son of the late Camille and Gatis Gaudet. Brother of Linadine Luc, Gail Haley (Patrick) and the late Norma Kennoiur, Delrose Gaudet and Marilyn Rholden. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ronald was retired from M&L Body Shop and will be sadly missed by all who loved him. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie on Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 11:00 am. Visitation from 9:00 am until time of service. Condolences may be offered at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.