Patricia LaGrange Fouts

Patricia LaGrange Fouts, age 93 years young, was born on May 15, 1932 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Patricia passed away at her daughter's home in Mandeville on June 27, 2025, surrounded by her husband Jimmy, her children, and grandchildren. She was a beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother ("Mimi"), and great grandmother ("Mimi the Great").

Friends and relatives are invited to attend services at Grace Funeral Home, 450 Holy Trinity Drive, Covington, LA on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM. Words of Remembrance will be shared at 10:45 AM, followed by the Funeral Mass, officiated by Fr. Dan Dashner, at 11:00 AM. The Interment will follow in St. Lazarus of Bethany Memorial Gardens, adjacent to Grace Funeral Home.

Patricia is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 43 years, James "Jimmy" Ray Fouts Jr.; her children Debra Richard, David O'Flynn (Jani), Duane O'Flynn (Vicki), and Donna Williams; Jim's children Dennis Fouts, David Fouts (Tammy), and Roseanne Borland (Marty); her grandchildren Andrew and Matthew Richard, Michael Bourgeois, Abagael Lichtenstein, Casey and Colin O'Flynn, Molly Atkinson, Shaun and Erin Williams, Kaz Kean, Kade and Kyle Fouts, Kamryn Brennan, John David and Jacob Allen (deceased) Gilespie, and 17 great grandchildren; her brother Robert LaGrange (Weasie), sister Susan Bordelon, sisters-in-law Edie and Faye LaGrange, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Patricia ("Patsy" or "Pat") spoke fondly of growing up on Prieur St. in New Orleans and attending St. Joseph's Catholic School from kindergarten through 12th grade. She was very involved in school sports and the CYO. After graduation, Patricia continued to play ball in women's leagues. Around the age of 50, Pat and her sister Ellie started running in 5k races. They ran in several Crescent City Classic races and worked their way up to running a marathon! They then branched out to cycling and did many MS Tour for Cure bike rides. The Times Picayune even wrote an article about "The Cycling Sisters" and they continued to bike well into their 70's. Pat enjoyed many other hobbies such as camping, reading, crocheting, beading, and making Rosaries for the troops overseas. Pat and Jim enjoyed traveling and they were avid cruisers.

As a single mother, Patricia worked full time as a secretary and office manager, raised four children, and made sure they were all active and involved. She was a great Drum Corp Mom, Dance Mom, Sports Mom, and an exceptional grandmother. One of Pat's favorite time of year was the Mardi Gras season. Being a true Mardi Gras enthusiast, she believed in catching a few parades a night with ladders and a slew of kids in tow!

Everyone who knew Patricia admired her for her remarkable strength. She was an independent and determined woman with a fun competitive spirit. Her strength and perseverance has greatly influenced her children and grandchildren.

Above all, Patricia loved her family and her faith, and she will forever be in our hearts.

The Fouts family would like to express their immense gratitude for the support and kindness given to them during this time. Special appreciation for Patricia's daughters; Debra, Donna, and daughter-in-law Vicki for the dedicated and loving care they showed to their mother. The family wishes to express their thanks to Egan Hospice for their exceptional service to Ms. Patricia. They would also like to express their gratitude to Ms. Joan Fuselier, her eucharistic minister.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Patricia may be made to the Salvation Army or Samaritan's Purse to assist those in need during the Texas Flood Tragedy.