Douglas Eugene Rachal, a native of Natchitoches and resident of Gonzales, passed away on October 14, 2020 at the age of 81. He was an avid LSU and Saints fan who enjoyed any football, fishing, woodworking and his animals. He leaves memories of family dinners at Piccadilly every Sunday! He had the biggest sweet tooth! He adored and loved his family deeply. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Virginia Jacobs Rachal; two daughters, Deborah Culpepper (Bobby) and Melanie Lewis (Lawrence); and three grandchildren, Robert M. Cuplpepper, Carson and Connor Lewis. He is preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Lucille Rachal; and son-in-law, Robert E. Culpepper. The family would like to give a special thanks to the Kith and Kin Care Givers of Baton Rouge for their care and compassion.
A private service will be held at this time for the family at Ourso Funeral Home in Gonzales. Burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Baton Rouge. If you would like to offer the family condolences, please sign the online guestbook at www.oursofh.com