Emile Joseph Landry Jr

Emile Joseph Landry, Jr., a lifelong resident of Luling, LA, passed away on November 29, 2012 at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband of 62 years to Clara Dee Benoit Landry. Father of Gary James Landry (Dianne), Cathy Ann Landry Monti (Robert) and Patti Marie Landry Boudreaux (Ricky). Grandfather of Garrett Monti (Monica), Kyle Monti, Racine Landry and Autum Landry. Brother of Louis Landry (Betty), Larry Landry (the late Rosemae), Beverly L. Zeringue (the late Buddy), Dolores L. Pizzalota (Thomas), the late Ida Mae L. Rome (the late Benoit) and the late Dorothy L. Roux (Clinton). Son of the late Anita Hebert Landry and Emile Joseph Landry.
He served his country in the U.S. Army, as part of the occupational force in Germany during the Korean War. He later retired from Monsanto Chemical Company after 35 years of service. Emile was an avid gardener, enjoyed hunting and working in his family’s business.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 234 Angus Drive in Luling on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 from 9 AM to 11 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow. Interment St. Charles Mausoleum in Luling. Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com .