Kenneth Roy Ducote 91, of Hackberry, passed away in his residence surrounded by family following a short illness. Kenneth was born Feb. 13, 1932 to the late Roy Anthony and Etna Johnson Ducote. He was raised in Hackberry with his brother Lionel, twin sister Marilyn, and cousin Laurence Williams. As a teenager, Kenneth worked as a motion picture operator at the Hackberry movie theater. He joined the Marine Corp at the age of 18 and was stationed in North Carolina.
Upon returning from service, Kenneth married the love of his life, Lillie Mae Trahan of Johnson Bayou and together they had seven children. Their home in Hackberry was always filled with laughter, love for God and each other. Many cups of coffee were shared with family, friends, and strangers around the kitchen table.
Kenneth worked many years at Cities Service Refinery, from which he eventually retired. Kenneth was a member of the Cameron Parish Police Juror for over fourteen years, including two terms as president. He loved his community and was honored to humbly serve.
Kenneth’s quick wit, gentle ways, and domino skills will be dearly missed by his family. His legacy includes 27 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters: Dianne (Joseph) Hantz, Evelyn (Michael) Backlund, Elizabeth (David) Vaughan, Michelle (Walter) Ledet, Rachael (Ferrall) LeBleu, Rebakah Dees; and daughter in law, Leesa Fenetz Ducote.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Lillie Mae; only son, James Ducote; grandsons, Christopher Ducote and Ryan Backlund; great-granddaughter, Heather Backlund; brother, Lionel Ducote; cousin and best friend, Laurence Williams.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Teresa Terrazas for the loving, sacrificial care she provided for their parents. Also, a special thank you to Jesse Simon, Jr for his regular visits and handy man skills he graciously provided.
Funeral services for Kenneth will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at Johnson and Robison Funeral Home with officiation by Pastor Paul Burke. Burial will be at the Hackberry Community Cemetery following the service. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12 and will resume at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.robisonfuneralhome.com
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