Rodney James Touchet

Erath – A Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Rodney James Touchet, 78, will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, July 11, 2025 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Erath with Fr. Clinton Sensat officiating. Interment will follow at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery in Kaplan.

Visitation will begin at 11:00AM on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Frioux-David Funeral Home of Erath until 10:00PM with a recitation of the rosary at 7:00PM. Visitation will resume at 10:00AM on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Frioux-David Funeral Home of Erath until the time of Service.

Rodney’s life was a tapestry of adventure, humor, and boundless love. A man who never met a stranger, Rodney had a gift for making friends wherever he went. His warm heart and natural curiosity about people drew others to him, and his unique sense of humor made every encounter unforgettable. He had a special place in his heart for children and delighted in teasing, joking, and bringing laughter to those around him.

Rodney proudly served his country in the United States Army for 24 years, serving three tours in Vietnam and after retirement was called back for one more tour during Desert Storm. During his time in the army, he traveled to 92 countries and became fluent in five languages. His love of learning and world knowledge knew no bounds. He was an avid reader who often said he had read every book in the library. History fascinated him, and he could talk for hours about the world’s wonders, cultures, and events.

In civilian life, Rodney remained active in service and faith as a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus, a proud member of the American Legion and The Veterans of Foreign War. He brought his competitive spirit and sharp intellect into everything he did, always shining brightly in any challenge he took on.

Rodney loved the simple pleasures of life, especially spending time with his family and caring for his beloved monkey, Brandon Malone. He found joy in the garden, nurturing tomatoes, cucumbers, okra, peppers and eggplant with the same care and curiosity he brought to all aspects of his life and giving most of them away.

Rodney was inquisitive, intelligent, and kind-hearted. He lived life fully—with laughter, love, and a thirst for knowledge. His presence was a gift, and his memory will live on in the countless lives he touched.

He is survived by his loving wife of over 9 years, Janet Primeaux Touchet; two sons, Chadwick ‘Sean’ Touchet (Faye), and Hanson Broussard (Casey); three daughters, Kimberly Moody, Chancy Chandler (Damas), and Mandy Broussard (Michael Burrus); two sisters, Wendy Parich (Mike), and Donna Flemming (Schuyler Porche); a brother, Jeffery Touchet (Susan); ten grandchildren, Elaina Thrasher (Mark), Stonewall, Jackson, Taylor, Pierce, Noah, Liliana, Ayden, Easton, and Michael; and three great-grandchildren, Kaydence, Grayson, and Owen Thrasher; and many many cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Villy and Adley Desormeaux Touchet; three brothers, Wayne, Joey, and Tony; and his former wife, Mary Alice Russell Vicknair.

Serving as pall bearers will be Sean, Mike Parich, Jr., Stone, Jackson, Hanson, Mike Burrus.

Serving as honorary pall bearers will be, Jeffery Touchet, Pierce, Ayden, Grayson, Owen, Easton, and Michael.

Frioux-David Funeral Home of Erath at 209 East Putnam Street (337) 937-0405 will be handling the arrangements.