Francis Joseph LeBlanc, 82, of Fredericksburg died June 11, 2005. A native of Labadieville, Louisiana, Mr. Leblanc was the son of the late Melodia Keller and Leonie LeBlanc. A former resident of New Sarpy, Louisiana and Beaumont, he was a retired supervisor with GATX Transportation Corporation. Francis was a United States Army Veteran, having served for four and one-half years.
He is survived by his wife of four years, Rosalie Plavidal LeBlanc; sisters, Catherine Haydel of Norco, Louisiana and Bennie Gonzales of Arabi, Louisiana; brother, Ray LeBlanc of New Sarpy, Louisiana; stepchildren, Alice, David, Ferd, and Kay; step grandchildren, Bo, Joy, and Alicia; three step great grandchildren; three nephews; and five great nieces and nephews. His wife, Ruby Voorhes; stepdaughter, Ginger Ledoux; and one nephew preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin, Beaumont with graveside services at 2:00 p.m. at Houston National Cemetery, Houston. A gathering of family and friends will be Tuesday evening, June 14, 2005 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hill Country Memorial Hospice, P. O. Box 835, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624.