Alfred George Schwarzer

Alfred George (Cotton) Schwarzer was born July 5, 1928, in Westlake, LA. He passed away August 29th in Sulphur, LA. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Peggy (Smith) Schwarzer of Westlake; one daughter, LaVona Areno (Jerry) of Ragley; and son, Rodney Schwarzer (Melanie) of Oak Ridge, TX. His grandchildren include Kari Kellogg (Brad); Rene Fontenot (Jamie), both of Westlake; Alex, Zach, and Madeleine (Maddi) Schwarzer of Oak Ridge, TX. He had 7 great-grandchildren; Lakean Doyle of Sulphur, Dillan and Brinkley Daley, Taylor and Cade Kellogg, Caiden and Ansley Fontenot, all of Westlake, and one Great-great grandchild, Kyler Doyle of Sulphur. He was preceded in death by his parents August George and Lucille Baham Schwarzer, and brother Milford, who died at birth.

A native of Westlake, he served his country during WWII as a Seabee on Okinawa, where he served until the war ended. Upon his arrival back in Westlake, he went to work for Continental Oil Co as a welder, and over his 40 years of service, retired as a supervisor/planner estimator. Cotton served his community in many ways: he coached Sheriff’s league baseball, served as treasurer for Ward 4 Water District, was a charter member of the American Legion in Westlake, and worked with others in the community to create a new high school in Westlake. An avid and knowledgeable sports fan, he contributed articles covering Westlake athletics for the American Press for a period of time, and traveled the state watching sports. A knee injury led him to golf, which he played often. A consummate family man, he spent his time with his wife and family at every opportunity.

Later in life, to occupy his time, he went to work at Calcasieu parish mosquito control, where he worked until January of 2014. He spent the remainder of his days with Peggy at Stonebridge in Sulphur, a place where he loved and enjoyed life. His kindness and upbeat attitude will be missed by all.

A Memorial Service will be at 11a.m. Saturday, September 6, 2014 at Hixson Funeral Home of Westlake. Family and friends will be received from 10a.m. until 12 noon Saturday at the funeral home. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.