Ralph A. Legaux

Ralph Alex Legaux passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Monday evening, June 12, 2017. He was 74 years old. Beloved husband of Lydia Rader Legaux for close to 40 years. Loving father of Tina Ealy (Kelan), Katie Spencer (Philip Roark), and the late Ralph Legaux Jr. Grandfather of Tyler Partin and Brandon Spencer. Son of the late Ralph and Eve Legaux. Brother of Nadine Roy (Kingsley), Larry Legaux (Ann), and the late Wayne Legaux. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Ralph was a native of New Orleans and a longtime resident of Metairie. He was the longtime proprietor of Legaux Remodeling, and also taught construction at Sidney Collier Technical College. Ralph was an avid golfer, and always enjoyed playing a round with his brother Larry. “Poppy” was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather who will be dearly missed. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend his Funeral Mass at LEITZ-EAGAN Metairie, 4747 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, on Monday afternoon, June 19, 2017 at 1:00. Visitation will begin at 11:00 in the morning. An online guestbook is available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.