John Steven Broussard, Sr.

Erath – A Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. John Steven Broussard, Sr., 75, will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at St. John Catholic Church with Fr. Manny Fernandez officiating.  Interment will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum.

Visitation will be at David Funeral Home of Erath on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 from 5:00PM until 9:00PM with a recitation of the rosary at 7:00PM.  Visitation will resume on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 from 8:00AM until the time of the services.

A native of Erath and resident of Henry, Mr. Johnny passed away peacefully at 3:08AM on Monday, April 25, 2016 at his residence.  He was on the Board of Prairie Gregg Drainage District; a Member of Les Chretiens; A Member of the Giant Omelette Confrerie; and Past Member of St. John Choir.  He was also known for his enjoyment of cattle farming, fishing, boating, camping, and hunting.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Bonnie B. Broussard of Henry; his mother, Ruth Bellamy Broussard of Erath; two sons, John “Steve” Broussard, Jr. and his wife Roxanne of Erath; and Michael Broussard and his wife Tammy of Tampa, FL; three daughters, Maria “Mimi” LeGros and her husband Robert of Erath, Michelle Wood and her husband Lee “Woody” of Maurice, and Julie Grisaffe of Erath; twelve grandchildren, Dansi Broussard, Baylee LeGros, Trebor LeGros, Tristen LeGros, Michaela Broussard, Paris Broussard, Gracie Wood, Hope Wood, Shelbie Grisaffe and her fiancé Jacob Eagleson, Marsha LeMarie, Nicole Faciane, and Nick Faciane ; four great grandchildren, Aven Cross Eagleson, Logan LeMaire, Landon LeMaire, and Caroline LeMaire; and two brothers, James Rueben Broussard and Thomas A. Broussard.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert G. Broussard; two brothers, David George Broussard and Jerry Bellamy; and a nephew, Frank David Broussard.

Serving as pallbearers will be Tristen LeGros, Trebor LeGros, Matt DesOrmeaux, Anthony DesOrmeaux, Grant Broussard, and Dave Broussard.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Concepts of Care, especially Melody Theriot and Laurie Touchet; Lamm Hospice; and Dr. Ronald Lahasky for the compassion and care they gave Mr. Johnny.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to The Bancker Grotto Memorial Park (Les Chretiens, Inc. 18225 La. Hwy. 685, Erath, LA  70533) or St. John’s Choir, 18534 La. Hwy. 689, Erath, LA 70533.

David Funeral Home of Erath at 209 E. Putnam St. (337)937-0405 will be handling the arrangements.