Samuel David Moreau

Samuel David Henry Moreau Iota: It’s always difficult to say goodbye. But with love and hope we must bid farewell to our husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Samuel David Henry Moreau. “David” passed from his earthly life surrounded by family on December 30, 2022, at the beautiful age of 87. David was born in Houma, LA on July 8, 1935, to W. J. Moreau and Celeste Achee Moreau and raised in Lake Charles, LA. He attended Landry Memorial High School in Lake Charles, LA and was very active in football, basketball, track & swimming. He received a track Scholarship from Loyola University, and in 1955, the Time Picayune called him “The fastest miler in the South!” David attended Loyola in Chicago where he obtained a degree in Philosophy, then went on to obtain his master’s in social work at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. His career began as a Latin teacher at Strake Jesuit High School in Houston, Texas, after which he moved to New Orleans as a Juvenile Probations Officer while he obtained his Masters in Social Work. He worked as Director of Social Services at Southwest State School in Iota, LA, and social worker in Jefferson Davis Parish for the Department of Special Education. He was a very faithful member of his Church and served as Grand Knight for four years for the Knights of Columbus. He and his bride Aggie settled in Tee Mamou in 1976 calling their homestead the “land of milk and honey.” They built a home and life that truly has nourished and sweetened the lives of his family, as well as countless families, friends, travelers, people in difficult circumstances in need of place to stay, and strangers who left as friends. David welcomed anyone into his home as a place of celebration in times of joy and a haven in times of sorrow. He found value not in material things, but in the depth of his relationships and the richness of garden soil. Though his chosen career as social worker would fill his servant heart much more than his bank account, he always considered himself a very rich man. His parents stressed three things he remembers well: The importance of education, the Catholic faith, and helping others in need. David was a hardworking, kindhearted man who was always available for whatever God asked of him. David will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. David is survived by his wife of 54 years, Agnes “Aggie” Moss Moreau of Maurice, LA, whom he called “the love of his life;” his four daughters, Aimee (Duane) Morvant of Sugar Land, TX, Marie (Pitcher) Allendorph of Fulshear, TX, Anne (Craig) Sagrera of Abbeville, LA, Carole Pinell of Houston, TX; his twelve grandchildren, Tyler, Michael, Brett, Henry, Josh, Melanie, Zechariyah, Katie Jo, Jeremiyah, Elle, Layah, and honorary grandson, Poria; his two great grandchildren, Bryson & Baylee, and one great grandson on the way; many beloved nieces & nephews; his sisters, Celeste “Peaches” Ryan (Pat), Marie “Mel” Moreau; his brothers, Maurice “Buddy” Moreau (Barbara), and Michael Moreau (Penny); his brother-in-law Asa Moss & sister-in-law Nancy (Paul) Higgins. David was preceded in death by his parents, Wylis Joseph & Celeste Achee Moreau, and his sister, Jean Moreau. A celebration of David‘s life will be held at St. Jules Catholic Church in Tee Mamou, LA, January 6, 2023, at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in St. Jules/Tee Mamou Mausoleum. Those chosen to honor David as his pallbearers will be Tyler Morvant, Michael Moreau, Brett Morvant, Henry Allendorph, Josh Sagrera, Poria Dorali, and Melanie Morvant, Zechariyah Pinell, and Jeremiyah Pinell. Honorary pallbearers: Duane Morvant, Pitcher Allendorph, and Craig Sagrera. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Jennings, LA beginning on Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a Rosary recited at 6:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Friday, January 6, 2023, at 8:00 AM and continue until the time of his service at 11:00 AM. David’s family wishes to express their most heartfelt gratitude to the exceptional staff of Woodbriar Senior Living. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations for a meditation garden to be created in David’s honor. To donate please visit: https://gofund.me/064b5d96 To extend online condolences, please visit our website www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.

Samuel David Moreau

July 8, 1935 - December 30, 2022

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July 8, 1935 - December 30, 2022

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