Mr. Robert was the kindest gentleman in St. Mary Parish. He was known for his dedicated work with the City of Morgan City for over 30 years and was the proud owner of Lavine Service Station. A Veteran, Mr. Robert served his nation in the United States Navy during World War II and was a longtime member of the American Legion. While in the military, Mr. Robert met the love of his life, Marjorie Christensen, and together the two built a life of love during the 73 years they were married. A great sports fan, Mr. Robert greatly enjoyed sports especially LSU. Most importantly, Mr. Robert was always helping others and his wonderful personality made it easy to be his friend.
Those left to cherish his wonderful memory are his loving wife, Marjorie Christensen Lavine of Morgan City; his children, Johanna Olivier and her husband, Donald, of Berwick and Walter Lavine and his wife, Sherry, of Claremore, OK.; his sister, Frances Bazet and her husband, Bob; two grandchildren, Kimberly Olivier and Donnie Olivier and his wife, Jamilah; two great-grandchildren, Brynn and Ethan; and two special little girls, Sophie and Phoebe.
He joined in heaven his parents, Henry and Annie Lavine; his sisters, Eva and Betty Lou.
Pallbearers will be Carl Kraemer, Brandon Fears, Dudley Nosworthy, Donnie Olivier, Don Olivier, and Durell Nosworthy. Honorary pallbearers are James Pittman and George Mikhael.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the caregivers of Mr. Robert who took such good care of him.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mr. Robert’s Memory toward the cemetery that he loved and cared for. Donations can be forwarded to: City of Morgan City Cemetery Trust Fund, located at 512 1St St. Morgan City, La 70380, or can be reached at 985-385-1770.
A celebration of Mr. Robert’s life took place on Monday, April 5, 2021 at Hargrave Funeral Home with Mr. Robert being laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery.
“I loved you then, I love you still, I’ll love you forever.” – Margie
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