Big Daddy Gene Paul Istre
September 18, 1964 - July 5, 2020
“Big Daddy” Gene Paul Istre Jennings: A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church for Gene Paul “Big Daddy” Istre, 55 of Mermentau, LA on July 9, 2020 at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery. Those chosen to honor Gene as his pallbearers will be Jared Touchet, Danny Arceneaux. A gathering of family and friends will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Jennings, LA on Thursday, July 9th from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Gene was born in Savannah, GA, LA on September 18, 1964 to Joseph C. Istre and Mary J. Roye Istre. Gene was called from this life on July 5, 2020. Gene loved the outdoors, especially if he was fishing. He also loved to DJ. Most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends. Gene was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Gene is survived by his brother, Michael Istre (Stephanie) of Mermentau, LA; as well as numerous extended family and friends. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph, and Mary Istre; three brothers. To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.
“Big Daddy” Gene Paul Istre Jennings: A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church for Gene Paul “Big Daddy” Istre, 55 of Mermentau, LA on July 9, 2020 at 2:00 PM. Burial will... View Obituary & Service Information