SCHEXNAYDER

Dwight Paul Schexnayder was born on September 17, 1945 and passed away on August 24, 2021 at the age of 75 years old. He was a resident of Gramercy, LA.

Dwight is survived by his wife, Susan Oubre Schexnayder; son, Guy Schexnayder (Tiffany); grandchildren, Maci Schexnayder Williams (Brett) and Colby Schexnayder; great-granddaughter, Emerie Williams; and sister, Priscilla Poche.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Didier and Claudia Bourgeois Schexnayder; brother, Donald J. Schexnayder; and sister, Joyce Schexnayder Tramonte.

Dwight was a loving son, husband, father, brother, and friend who will be greatly missed by all. He was a very humble and hard-working man who retired from DuPont after 44 years of service. He also served in the United States Army for 2 years. Dwight enjoyed restoring old cars, cooking, and praying the Rosary. At one time, he owned 2 horses and enjoyed spending time with his riding club.

A visitation was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gramercy, LA on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Burial followed in the St. Joseph Catholic Church Mausoleum in Paulina, LA.

Rose Lynn Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. To view or sign the online guestbook, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com.