Apton "James" Percle

Apton “James” Percle, Jr. passed away peacefully on October 17, 2019 at the age of 88 years. Loving husband of Janet Raiford Percle. Father of Jon Percle (Caprice). Grandfather of Bryan Percle (Tara) and Taylor Percle. Great-grandfather of Landon and Coen Percle. Son of the late Apton J. Percle, Sr. and Eula Babineaux Percle. Son-in-law of the late Ernest and Alice Breaux Raiford. Brother of Merlin Van Cott (the late Neil). Also survived by nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and friends.

James served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He later worked as office manager for Plexco and Itco. James was an avid golfer and a member of the New Orleans Golf Association. He was also a member of the Banter Fraternity, Santa Maria Knights of Columbus Council #1724, and V.F.W. Post 3121 in Gretna.

The family is forever grateful for the loving and excellent care at Tranquil Living during his final years.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Boulevard, Marrero, LA on Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 9am to 11am. A Funeral Mass will follow in the funeral home chapel. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park.

For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com .