Alexander deVilleneuve Allain "Lex"

Lex was preceded in death by his parents, Charles “Chuck” and Henrietta “Puddin” Allain; his three brothers, Charles V. Allain, Brent W. Allain, and Mark P. Allain; and his nephew, Reid W. Chadwick.

He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Denise Robichaux Allain; his two sons, Dr. Alexander V. Allain, III (Liz) and Dr. David W. Allain (Dr. Meredith); his two granddaughters, Eva Lane Allain and Josephine Anne Allain; his sister, Anne A. Chadwick (Win); and his brother, Reid P. Allain. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Lex was born and raised in Franklin, LA. He graduated high school from Woodward Academy in Atlanta, GA. He graduated from LSU, where he belonged to the Kappa Alpha order. After graduating, Lex began his career in golf course development and construction. His career led him to build and develop with the likes of Arnold Palmer and many other renowned golf developers.

Lex eventually moved his family and settled in Mobile, AL, where he and his wife raised their boys. He was very active with his church, St. Ignatius, and also the boy’s school, McGill Toolen. After this time, he then moved to New Orleans and worked in the commercial construction industry.

Lex was an active parishioner of St. Francis Xavier and a member of the Knights of Columbus and past grand knight. He spent much of his time with his dedication to his church and service through the Knights. Church and family were Lex’s greatest love.

He was an especially avid fan of LSU sports and an eternal optimistic. His passions included hunting and always wanting to bring his buddies to his favorite fishing spot.

Lex was a very proud father and was happy to share his boy’s accomplishments. Ever more, he was a very proud granddaddy and always ready to share a photo of his granddaughters.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 444 Metairie Road in Metairie, on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 12:00PM. A visitation will be held at the church beginning at 10:00AM. A private interment will take place in Metairie Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Lex’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org.

To view and sign the online guest book, please visit lakelawnmetairie.com