Richard James "Nub" Legnon, 87, of Cypermort Point, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025. He was born on Avery Island on December 15, 1937, to the late Bennett and Ledie Richard Legnon.
Richard graduated from New Iberia Senior High and went on to further his education at South Louisiana Institute, where he played football.
He dedicated over 20 years of his life to the Avery Island Saltmine as a Maintenance Supervisor, a testament to his hard work and devotion to the community.
In 1973, Richard and his family settled in Cypermort Point, where he opened Cypermort Point Supply House, operating it until 2002. His career also saw him as a captain with Warrior Offshore Charter Service for more than 20 years and as the owner of D&R Construction Services. A respected leader, Richard served on the Board of Directors for Teche Electric for many years and volunteered with the Cypermort Point Volunteer Fire Department in the 1980s, always striving to improve the lives of those around him.
A man of great community spirit, Richard was a driving force behind the growth of Cypermort Point, supporting both the commercial and residential fishing industries, the Cypermort Point Mardi Gras (where he was honored as the first King), and the development of the Beacon Point community.
Affectionately known as "Nub" to his longtime friends and "Poka" to his beloved grandchildren, Richard cherished the relationships he built throughout his life. He loved fishing, boating, hunting, and spending time with his family and friends—especially those in his close-knit "U-Can Gang." He also enjoyed watching football and golf, often found with a smile on his face as he rooted for his favorite teams.
Richard’s legacy is one of love, dedication, and service to his family and community. He leaves behind a legacy of countless memories, shared laughter, and a reputation for being a kind-hearted and hardworking man. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Those left behind to cherish his memories are his loving wife of 63 years, Sandra Semar Legnon; his children, Devin James Legnon and wife Shelley Lancon Legnon; Darla Legnon Ransonet and husband TJ Ransonet and Brad Legnon; his grandchildren, Micah Legnon and wife Kimberly Comeaux Legnon; Noah Legnon; Lacee Louviere and Barron Kennedy; Lindsey Louviere and Cooper Landry; Logan Louviere and Alex Mandeville; Londyn Louviere and Sebastian Fremin; Bennett Louivere; Lillian Louviere and Tommy Ransonet; great-grandchildren, Connor Legnon, Skai Legnon; Hayden Mandeville and another great-granddaughter on the way.
Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his in laws, Earl J. and Mildred Dugas Semar; brother in law, Bobby Semar and sister in law, Linda Semar Prince.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 11:00 am at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Lydia. Fr. Randy Courville will officiate. Mr. Legnon will be laid to rest following the mass at Holy Family Mausoleum.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Evangeline Funeral Home on Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm with a Rosary at 6:00 pm. The funeral home will reopen on Friday at 8:00 am until dismissal at 10:30 am.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Barry Semar, Tommy Ransonet, Jr., Micah Legnon, Bennett Louviere and Noah Legnon.
The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the medical professionals of New Iberia, Lafayette and Franklin, especially Iberia Medical Center, ED, Medical Unit, Critical Care Unit, Inpatient Rehab, and all ancillary departments; Ochsner Lafayette General 4th Floor, 7Th Floor, ICU and 9th Floor; Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Hospital (LTAC Unit), Bayou Bend (Medical Unit); Medical Staff, Dr. Doug Sagrera, Dr. David “Ashton” Reed, Dr. Roland Degeyter, and all the other medical staff from Oschner Lafayette General(Neurology, Urology, Intensivist, Palliative Care, Hospital Medicine and Infectious Disease.
Relatives and friends are invited to share memories and condolences with the Legnon family by visiting Richard’s memorial at www.evangelinenewiberia.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
