Preston Bob Primeaux

Preston "Prim" Bob Primeaux, age 71, of Lake Arthur, Louisiana passed away on Monday, January 14, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Preston was born on May 22, 1947 in Abbeville, Louisiana. Born into a Cajun French family where he spoke fluent cajun french with family and friends.

Preston was a man of God who loved and cared for his family deeply. He was a Weigh Master for Thornwell Warehouse Association for over 48 years. Preston was known for his vegetable garden which he shared with his friends and family. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys Fan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph "Joe" Primeaux and Mary "Louisa" Frederick Primeaux, and a brother, Billy Primeaux.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 48 years, Janie Primeaux of Thornwell, LA; daughter, Melissa Lawrence and husband, Kenneth of Welsh; son, Anthony Primeaux of Lake Arthur, LA; five grandchildren, Carlie Primeaux, Seth Lawrence, Kate Lawrence, Tucker Primeaux, and Hannah Primeaux; a brother, Presley Primeaux and wife, Diana of Lake Arthur, LA; and two sisters, Betty Jean Dupre and Mildred Frederick both of Vinton.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at Hixson Funeral Home in Welsh, LA. Reverend Pamela Roy will officiate. Burial will follow in Thornwell Cemetery in the Thornwell Community. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and 9-11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hixsonwelsh.com for the Primeaux family.