Perry Joseph Roussel

Perry Joseph Roussel, Sr., age 85, was born on February 25, 1931 and passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2016. He was a native and resident of Belmont-Hester, LA. He is survived by his loving wife, Hazel Callegan Roussel; son, Perry Roussel, Jr. (Gerolyn), daughters: Wanda R. Lobell (Buddy), and Robin R. Duke (Terry); sisters: Audrey Smith, Joyce Louque, and Judy Parrino. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Samuel Kliebert, Ashley Wienhoff, Charles Kliebert, Aleana Roussel, and Lauren Clement as well as his 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norbert and Lillian Roussel, a brother, Don Roussel and a sister, Rita Roussel. Perry was a hardworking man all of his life and took pride in his work. He devoted his life to his wife and family. He retired from Kaiser Aluminum in Gramercy and as a consultant for companies in Jamaica, Spain, and Ireland, where he worked. His plant nickname was "popcorn". He was a farmer most of his life and was a member of "SOAR"; a graduate of Lutcher High School and a Tulane fan for many years. Visitation was held in Perry's honor on Monday, November 7, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Convent, LA followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Burial followed in the church cemetery. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES, 1870 Cabanose Ave., Lutcher, LA was in charge of the arrangements. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfunerralhome.com. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theneworleansadvocate/obituary.