June 28, 1954 – December 10, 2022
Ray Allen Primeaux, 68, born in Crowley and a lifelong resident of Patterson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 10, 2022.
Ray was a proud veteran of the United States Army having served during the Vietnam War. He worked his entire career as a mechanic, working mainly on diesel engines and heavy equipment. A family man through and through nothing made him happier than being with those he loved. He was an avid LSU and Patterson Lumberjacks football fan who enjoyed the game as though he was right there playing. He had a great sense of humor and loved nothing more than making others laugh. Music was a passion he held close to his heart and even worked in his spare time as a DJ. Prior to his declining health, Ray enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time on the water and riding motorcycles. A bright light is gone from our sight with Ray’s passing but his memory will live on in all who were fortunate to have known him.
Ray is the beloved husband of Janice DeHart Primeaux of 33 years; the loving father of April Primeaux (Harvey) and Brandon Burgess (Olivia); proud grandfather of Ricky “Bubba”LeBlanc, Noah “Moose” LeBlanc, and Marcos Burgess; brother to Joe Jr., Jimmy, Henry, and Hubert Primeaux (Karen); and brother-in-law to Kathy Primeaux Carlin. He is also survived byhis godchild, Sonia Henry, a host of nieces, nephews, in-laws, and all of his neighborhood “grandkids.”
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Wilfred Primeaux Sr. and Effie LeBouef Primeaux; his brother, Randy Primeaux; nephews, Eddie Primeaux and Hubert Primeaux Jr.; in-laws, Martin DeHart and Marjorie Dontay DeHart; and brother-in-law, Ronald DeHart.
A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday, December 15, 2022, at Ibert’s Mortuary in Patterson from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. The eulogy will be given at 12:00 PM by his daughter April, followed by funeral services conducted by Father Herb Bennerfield. He will be laid to rest with Military Honors in St. Joseph Cemetery in Patterson. Those honored to serve as pallbearers include Ricky LeBlanc, Noah LeBlanc, Brandon Burgess, Philip Primeaux, Clint Cortez, and Harvey Morgan.
Family and friends may view the obituary online by visiting www.iberts.com and are encouraged to share their condolences, cherished memories, love, and support for the family.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1111 Lia Street, Patterson, LA 70392, (985) 395-7873.