Gerald "Jerry" L. Landry Jr.

Youngsville - A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at 1:00 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milton, for Gerald "Jerry" L. Landry Jr., age 59, who passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, in Lafayette. Reverend William Schambough, Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milton, will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass. Visitation will be held on January 3, 2024, from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milton. Gerald “Jerry” L. Landry Jr. was born in Lafayette on February 12, 1964. Gerald is survived by his mother Verna Landry, his wife of 36 years Johnette Ladner Landry, his daughter Jency Landry, mother in law Laura Lee Viator and numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and friends whom he loved and adored very much. He also leaves behind his cherished companion grand pup Otis. He was preceded in death by his father Gerald L. Landry Sr., paternal grandparents Dieu Donne and Philomene Landry, maternal grandparents Otis and Helen Broussard, and father-in-law John J Ladner. After 25 years of service, Gerald retired from the Lafayette Fire Department in 2007. He then went on to work for American Claims Service Inc. as a claims adjuster for 12 years. Having grown up hunting and fishing his whole life with his father, grandfather, and friends, he was a natural outdoorsman and was a hunting guide for Doug’s Hunting Lodge in Gueydan for many years. Jerry was a proud American and an avid World War II enthusiast. He honored and respected all of those who served and sacrificed their lives in the United States military. Jerry never met a stranger, was beloved by many, and always ready for a good time. His favorite moments included spending time with his family, going to the beach, listening to music, watching the LSU Tigers, and eating at La Fonda’s with his family. He was the most devoted son, cherished husband, supportive and doting father, and loyal friend. We are eternally grateful to the remarkable people who rushed to the scene to be by his side, including the first responders who worked tirelessly to help save him. Jerry lived his life always ready and willing to help people in need. It has brought our hearts some peace knowing that he was surrounded by compassionate, outstanding, loving people during his last moments. Private Internment will be held at a later date. Cypress Funeral Home & Crematory, 206 W. Lafayette St., Maurice, LA 70555, (337) 740-3123, is in charge of arrangements.

Gerald "Jerry" L. Landry Jr.

February 12, 1964 - December 26, 2023