James Allen "Jimmy" Comeaux, age 87, of New Iberia, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Born in New Iberia to Elia Gary Comeaux and Semar Comeaux, James was better known as Jimmy by his family and friends.
Jimmy served in the army and was active duty military, stationed in San Juan, Puerto Rico, during the Korean Conflict. Barbara and the girls laughed remembering how Jimmy wanted Barbara to go meet him in Puerto Rico. Barbara told him, “I’m from Lydia. I have trouble getting to New Iberia and you want me to go to San Juan?” It brought a laugh to everybody. Jimmy was honorably discharged, having dedicated a portion of his life to serving his country. In 1971, Jimmy began his career at Perry Burke Concrete, later retiring from Baldwin Redimix.
Outside of his professional life, Jimmy found joy in simple pleasures. He loved embarking on camping trips with his family, testing his luck at the casino, and dancing to the lively tunes of swamp pop and French music. His zest for life and charismatic spirit endeared him to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
James is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Barbara Boudreaux Comeaux; his son Neal Comeaux (Debbie); his son Raph Comeaux; his daughter Karen Bashaw; his daughter Dawn Fuselier; and his daughter Jodie Migues (Joey). His memory is also cherished by his grandchildren, Chantel Villermin, Carmen O'Quinn, Ellis Labit, Jr., Amber Gunnells, Chase Gunnells, Cole Sonnier, Pierce Sonnier, Austin Fuselier, Ashlyn Rosales, Aline Migues, and J.T. Migues. Additionally, he is survived by numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Semar Comeaux and Elia Gary Comeaux, along with siblings Gussie LaBiche, Noemie Louviere, Mildred Norris, Mabel Comeaux, Homer Comeaux, Caesar Comeaux, Rita Bernis, Preston Comeaux, Robert Comeaux, Verna Boudreaux, and Carroll "Magoo" Comeaux.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during the visitation on Thursday, December 21, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at Evangeline Funeral Home, 314 East St. Peter Street, New Iberia, Louisiana 70560.
A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 2:00 PM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church with Fr. Anselm I. Ofodum as celebrant. James will be laid to rest with military honors in Memorial Park Cemetery. The Acadiana's Veterans Honor Guard will perform the military honors.
Ellis Labit, Jr., Chase Gunnells, J.T. Migues, Cole Sonnier, Pierce Sonnier, Austin Fuselier, Kylan Villermin, Tyler O'Quinn, John Paul O'Quinn, and A'Don O'Quinn will serve as pallbearers, honoring James in his final journey.
In remembrance of Jimmy's vibrant and well-lived life, his family invites friends and loved ones to join them in celebrating his legacy and sharing stories of the joy he brought to their lives.
Family and friends are encouraged to share their condolences and memories with the family by visiting Jimmy’s memorial page at www.evangelinenewiberia.com.
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
