Edmond "Bud" Guidry

The oldest parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Parish, born August 29, 1920, died on December 23, in his 100th year, after a brief illness. Edmond “ Bud” Guidry, preceded in death by father Edmond Guidry and mother Edna Fonseca, hunted, fished and swam in the Mississippi River, Huck Finn style. His wife of 71 years, Annie B Dominique, preceded him in death. The two faithfully corresponded throughout WW11 as Bud served in the Pacific Theatre, first on the destroyer Ellet and then on the Battleship Wisconsin as an Electrican’ s Mate. He was present for the Japanese surrender. He worked as a Carman for the Southern Pacific Railroad. Upon retirement, he followed his passion for collecting, refinishing and sharing his love of antique furniture and clocks. But unreserved love was for family and country. A kinder, gentler man would be hard to find. Loving father of Sandra Wallins ( Joel), Cynthia Dike ( John), dothing grandfather of Adam Dike( Karen), Andrew Dike ( Emily), and adoring great grandfather of Evet and Kaitlyn Dike, he is irreplaceable to his family and friends.
His tales of Westwego, ship board life and the Southern Pacific entertained generations. His Twain-like humor will be missed. The end of an era. A special thanks to caregiver Lynn Breaux, Notre Dame Hospice, and Oschner Home Health Care. A special thanks to Carol Thomas from the family for her loving care. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Westwego on Saturday, December 28, 2019, from 10AM to 12Noon. A funeral Mass will follow. Interment at OLPS Mausoleum. Mothe Funeral Homes is assisting the family. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, visit wwwmothefunerals.com.