Roger John Billiot Sr.

Roger John Billiot passed away after a long battle with Parkinson's disease on Wednesday, August 4th, 2021, at the age of 90. He was the loving husband of Rosemae Cazabon Billiot of 68 years. Devoted father of Glenda Billiot Jensen (Jerry), Roger John Billiot, Jr. (Mary), Troy Anthony Billiot (Colleen) and Kim Billiot Ellis (Duke). Grandfather of Jenny Bealer (Eddie), Roger C. Billiot, Kelli Brewer (Mark), Troy Billiot, Jr.(Joslyn), Tray Billiot, Tony Billiot, Chasity Billiot (Adam), Alissa, Duke Ellis (Jacqueline), Drake Ellis (De’lynne). Roger leaves behind 21 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Brother of Thomas Billiot, Bill Billiot, Enola Longo (Johnny), and the late Anita Powers (Leon), Clifton Billiot (Bonnie), George Billiot, Sidney D. Billiot, Charles Billiot (Barbara), and Eugene Billiot. Roger was preceded in death by his parents Sidney J. Billiot and Magnolia Chaisson Billiot. Roger is survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends that will miss him dearly.

Roger was a parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church Parish in Marrero, Louisiana. Roger was the oldest of 10 children. In 3rd grade, he ended his education to work and help support his family. He was self-taught in the Field of Life. Roger loved the water, he loved to fish and what started out as a life of trawl boats and being a deckhand, led him into 60 years working and teaching as a Tugboat Captain. He was one of the best in the industry. After his retirement, he and his lovely wife of 68 years, enjoyed dancing with their Cajun dance group and spending time with family and friends.

Roger was blessed in so many ways with loving caregivers, Xiomara Cardec (Meme), who made sure Roger was taken out of his bed, which was not an easy task. He said that she gave the best baths. Angie Santiago, whose

expertise in caring for Parkinson’s patients, was clearly seen while Angie cared for my Roger so lovingly. Jaime Jackson, who Roger said made the best hamburgers and was very patient and caring. Cristina Jackson (Karaoke), who could make Roger laugh and made sure that he was always clean, comfortable and fed. Colleen Angelica, who would feed Roger and helped Rosemae clean the house, Ana Mancos, his neighbor and best friend who gave tirelessly of herself, spending 7 nights per week on the couch to care for Roger. Roger’s Daughter-in-law, Mary, who prepared some of Roger’s favorite foods. Jerry Jensen, his son-in-law, who would bathe, shave and cut Roger’s hair, as well as listen and talk to Roger for hours. Zach Shields, Roger’s great nephew, who took care of the lawn for months. These caregivers not only cared for Roger but also his loving wife, Rosemae. Roger was also blessed to have wonderful neighbors, Aunt Dolores Adams (Butch), Cathy Parfait (Charles), Jesse Mancos (Ana). Special thanks to Roley Barthelemy for all the trips he made to make sure they had water and many other special treats. Patrick Volpi, who never hesitated to come when he was needed to repair the A/C or bring Roger ducks. There were so many others that he was blessed to have in his life in time of need, thank you all.

We would like to thank Heart of Hospice, especially, Shelly Blanchard (Roger’s Godchild), Dr. Charles Simonson and all of his wonderful nurses and staff. We would also like to thank Notre Dame Hospice and staff at Wynhoven Health Care Center for their care and compassion.

A memorial Mass will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, August 21st, 2021 in the chapel of Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway in Marrero, Louisiana. A visitation will begin at 9:00AM and continue until the Mass time. All guests will be required to wear a face mask at all times, during the visitation and Mass. Please express your condolences and share memories with Mr. Billiot's family by using the links below.