Extracted from The Daily World (Opelousas, LA)
Sunday, April 5, 2015

Claude J. Perroux

KROTZ SPRINGS - Claude Jules Perroux passed away on March 21, 2015 in his home in Orlando Flor[i]da. Born on December 27, 1931 of parents Narcisse Matthew Perroux and Lola Rena Austin in Krotz Springs, La, he relished the 83 years he shared with us. Claude went to Melvill High School, excelled in basketball and married his high school sweethart Dorothy Marie Breaux after entering the US Navy. Stationed in Bermuda, they taught Ballroom Dancing.

After his service in the Navy, he started work as an Electrician and worked his way up to executive status in several large companies. He never shied away from challenges and always offered assistance to others. His hobbies included Hunting, Fishing, Dancing and spending time with family.

He is survived by his wife Dorothy Perroux, his brother Narcisse (Fro) Perroux, sister Annie Ruth Paul, sons Kent M. Perroux and Brett L. Perroux, along with several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents Narcisse Matthew Perroux and Lola Rena Austin, his sister Hazel Shaw and youngest son, James Drew Perroux.

A private service will be held in Krotz Springs, La. with close family members.