Known as “Lou” among his friends and colleagues, he dedicated many years of his life as a platform operator in the oilfield industry, where he earned the respect and friendship of those he worked alongside. Despite his long and hardworking career offshore, Lou’s true passion lay in the world of horses. A gifted jockey in his younger years, he never lost his deep love for the sport and the animals that inspired him.
Lou found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He was a regular at Smiley’s on Sunday afternoons, where he could often be found dancing to French music with a broad smile and a light heart. An outdoorsman at heart, he took great pride in his garden and caring for his beloved chickens. Animals held a special place in his soul, none more than his loyal dog, Roxie, who rarely left his side.
Lou’s warmth, humor, and easygoing nature touched everyone who knew him. He will be remembered not only for his strong work ethic and deep passions, but for the kindness and spirit he brought into every room.
He is deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.
He is survived by his children, Tracey Lege and Kelsey Lege; Nicholas “Nick” Gary and Felicia Duplantis; Leticia Gerard and Jerry Gerard; Raylyn Lavergne and Lane Lavergne; Evan Gary and Olivia Taylor and James “Jimmy” Moreland; eighteen grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; four sisters, Connie Moreaux and Chris Moreaux; Bonnie Thibodeaux and Artie Thibodeaux; Mirian Gary Duplantis and Cheryl Gary and Charlie Bourque and four brothers, Clarence Gary and Barbara Trahan; Darryl Gary; Rusty Gary and Leslie Gary and Robert Gary and Paula Gary.
A Funeral Service will be held for Lou on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Evangeline Funeral Home in Delcambre at 2:00 pm. Deacon Russell Hayes will officiate. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery in Erath following the service.
A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Evangeline Funeral Home from 9:00 am until the time of service.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Evan Gary, James “Jimmy” Moreland, Dre Gary, Mason Gary, Cullen Gary and Landon Lavergne. Zain Gerard, Gavin Gerard, Maddox Gary, Kohen Gary, Laythan Lavergne, Jacob Gary, Austin Gary, Josie Norwood, Graci Gary, Brinkley Gary, Destiny Gerard, McKael Gerard and Lani Smith are honorary pallbearers.
Along with his parents he is preceded in death by one son, Brandon Gary and one brother, Paul Gary.
Relatives and friends are invited to share their condolences and memories with the family by visiting Lou’s memorial at www.evangelinedelcambre.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre is in charge of arrangements.
