Louis Lamonte

A resident of Walker,Louis Lamonte passed away at home March 16, 2019. He was 89 and a Navy veteran.He went on to enjoy a life-long barber career, retiring after 35 years from the Baton Rouge City Club. Devoted family man and father of four.  

Survived by daughters;Dolores Whittemore (Tim), Anna Desselles, Rachel Farris, and son; Pete Lamonte. Five grandchildren; Jessica and Derek Desselles, Joseph Oddo, Austin and Hunter Farris, plus a bonus grandchild Tim Whittemore, Jr., Two great-grandchildren,Lila and Venora Oddo. Louis had a very large, close, loving family. Surviving him are his two sisters: Mary Lamonte Bussen and Anne Lamonte Byer; a brother,Sam Lamonte (Clara).  

Preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Mary Meek Lamonte; his sister, Santa Lamonte Lamonica;brothers, Joseph, John, and Tony Lamonte. 

His long and accomplished life included many passions: music, painting, cooking, gardening and fishing. A kind, generous and loving personality that will truly be missed.The family would like to thank Ms. Rebecca Horton who was a loving care giver to Mr. Louis at the end of his life. 

A Visitation for Louis will be held on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 from 9:00 am until 11:00 am at Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church in Tickfaw. A Funeral Mass Celebrating Louis’ Life will immediately follow visitation at 11:00 am in the church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Cemetery in Tickfaw. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond. 

Louis’ guestbook can be viewed at www.harrymckneely.com

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