Louis Gregoire, age 85 of the Lurton, Arkansas community passed away at his home Friday, January 29, 2010 following a long illness. He was born in Coloma, Michigan on October 3, 1924, the son of Louis and Anna (Thar) Gregoire.
He married Thelma Awbrey January 12, 1944. Louis served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and taught school for 21 years, with the last eleven years at Deer High School. He was well known for his pen and ink artwork and was an avid archaeologist and stamp collector.
His parents preceded him in death
along with a brother, Harry Gregoire.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Thelma of the home; a daughter, Marilou Sain and husband, Jim of the Cowell community; a son, Louis Gregoire of the Lurton community; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Also surviving are a sister, Mary Lau and her husband, Carl of California; a brother, Charles Gregoire and wife, Peg of South Carolina and several nieces and nephews.
Cremation and arrangements by Coffman Funeral Home.
Memorial donations may be made to the Tarlton Cemetery Fund, c/o Marilou Sain, HC 30 Box 650, Pelsor, AR 72856.
Online condolences may be left at www.coffmanfh.com