Donald Joseph Michel

Donald (Don), a wonderful and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away March 6, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family at the age of 86. He was a native of Bayou Pigeon, LA, and a resident of Pierre Part, LA, since 1958. Visitation will be at Ourso Funeral Home in Pierre Part on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, from 9:00 am until 10:45 am. Rite of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Church conducted by Fr. Al Davidson. Interment to follow in St. Joseph the Worker Mausoleum in Pierre Part, LA.

Donald is survived by his wife of 63 years, Geneva Verrette, daughters Donna Waguespack (Glenn); Paula Duhon (Terry); Janeen Joffrion (Todd); and son John Michel (Katina); grandchildren Scott Waguespack (Lacey), Danielle Thompson (Brett), Lauren Duhon, Gregory Duhon, and Peyton Michel; great grandchildren Wyatt and George Thompson; sisters-in-law Harriet Michel, Janet Jenson, Johnnie Verrette, brother-in-law Tony Lee, and numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved deeply. Preceded in death by his parents, Elphege and Nellie Daigle Michel, sisters: Mercedes Simoneaux, Betty Simoneaux, Rita Mae Fortin, and Winnie Marie Lee, and brothers: Elphege (EJ) Michel and Jimmy Michel.

Donald served 2 service Army tours during peace time then called again during the Berlin-Cuban crisis. He worked at Shell Oil for 28 years as a dedicated Crane Operator before his retirement. His love for playing music gave great entertainment to all, and his most famous recording “Hey Little Crawfish” is still enjoyed by many. He had a green thumb, and family and friends reaped his garden delights through many years of hard work. He loved living on the bayou and would fish and ride with family and friends to Lake Verret. He especially loved spending time with his family and putting his grandchildren and great grandchildren in his infamous “bear hug trap”.

Special thanks to Journey Hospice and especially Joselyn and Bailey, Dr. Chauvin and staff, and Dr. Michel Hirsch, and the many visits from Fr. Al Davidson.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude or American Cancer Society. Pallbearers will be Glenn Waguespack, Terry Duhon, Todd Joffrion, Scott Waguespack, Gregory Duhon, and Peyton Michel.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.oursofhpierrepart.com for the Michel family.