Thomas "Tommy" James Chaisson

March 11, 1957 - July 17, 2020

Thomas “Tommy” James Chaisson Jennings: The family and friends of Tommy Chaisson are mourning the loss of their loved one who was called from this life on July 17, 2020. Tommy was born in Kinder, LA to John Chaisson and Dorothy Fontenot Chaisson on March 11, 1957. He worked as a Police Officer for the Jennings Police Department, until his retirement, and as the Police Chief of Welsh for eight years. He was a former employee of Allen Correctional Facility, employed by Chennault, and a member of the Christian Motorcyclists Association--Lake Charles Chapter. Tommy enjoyed competing in the Police Union’s shooting competitions. He loved motorcycles, but above all Tommy loved BBQing with his friends and family. Tommy will be significantly missed by all who knew and loved him. Tommy is survived by his wife, Stephanie Simon Chaisson of Jennings, LA; sons, Christopher (Paris) Chaisson of Moss Bluff, LA, Thomas James Chaisson, II of Fort Polk, LA, Ryan (Brittany) Willis of Hathaway, LA, Christian (Mia) Chaisson of Jennings, LA, Dakota (Gabby) Chaisson of Welsh, LA, Rogers (Maggie) Chaisson of Hathaway, LA, Troy (Rachel) Pelsia of Lafayette, LA, Jordan Pelsia of Jennings, LA, Brilyn Clement of Jennings, LA, and Kaysen Clement of Jennings, LA; daughters, Kimberly Chaisson of Lake Charles, LA, Chelsea (Erin) LaPoint of Lake Arthur, LA, Kelsey (Franciso) Salamanca of Orange, TX, and Aubrey Clement of Jennings, LA; grandchildren, Liam Chaisson of Jennings, LA, Brianna, William, Savanna, Alexander Chaisson all of Moss Bluff, LA, Natalia Salamanca, and Erica LaPoint; sister, Pat Tauzin of Pasadena, CA, and numerous nieces, nephews, and godchildren. Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, John and Dorothy F. Chaisson; brother, Larry “Butch” Joseph Tauzin; and niece, Heidi Tauzin. Funeral Service for Thomas “Tommy” James Chaisson, 63 will be held at Matthews and Son Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 2:00 PM with Brother Pat officiating. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, July 21st at 10:00 AM until the time of his services. Tommy will be buried in Greenwood Cemetery following his services. Carrying Tommy to his final resting place in Greenwood will be Christian Chaisson, Rogers Chaisson, T.J. Chaisson, Chris Chaisson, Jordan Pelsia, and Dakota Chaisson. To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.