Paul "Wayne" Aydell

Paul “Wayne” Aydell, Sr., lovingly known as “Mr. Wayne,” passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones near his hometown of French Settlement, Louisiana. He was 81 years old. Born June 30, 1943, in New Orleans, Wayne was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy Murphy Aydell; his daughter, Lorrie Fisk (JL) of Memphis, Tennessee; and his cherished grandsons: Joel Fisk (Tam) and Stephen Aydell of Baton Rouge, and Austin Fisk (Katie) and Dylan Fisk of Memphis, TN. He is also survived by his siblings Marcella Tramonte of Lutcher, Louisiana; Kenny Aydell (DiAnn); and Dale Aydell (Hinky). He was preceded in death by his son, Paul Aydell, Jr.; his parents, Bill and Wilma Aydell; and his brothers Terry and Billy Aydell. Wayne began his professional life as a licensed barber cutting men’s hair—including his own—with great pride. He was a barber for some years but later became a member of Local 60 and 198. His craft was pipe fitting. Wayne was most proud of his family. He had a big heart and a generous spirit. A natural storyteller, he could light up any room with his jokes and warm personality. He enjoyed music, cooking, spending time outdoors, and especially hunting with his beloved beagle dogs and spending time with friends at the deer camp. Wayne was a devout Catholic and lifelong member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in French Settlement, where generations of his family were baptized and married. His faith was a guiding light throughout his life. Wayne will be remembered not only for the love he gave his family but also for the beautiful life he built—especially the six acres he took great pride in keeping perfectly manicured. It was a reflection of the care and dedication he brought to all things in his life. A special event he loved was a trip to Europe for his 50th wedding anniversary with his wife, Nancy. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church in French Settlement or the Baton Rouge chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association in his memory. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Ourso Funeral in Gonzales with visitation and service to be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in French Settlement on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 from 9:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery. The Aydell family truly wants to thank family and friends for all of their prayers and support over these last few weeks/months.