Obituary: Paul Edward Waters – Football 1961-63 – April 28, 2018

OBITUARY –  Paul Edward Waters

August 30, 1942 – April 28, 2018

Paul Edward Waters was a born on 8/30/42 to Frank & Ollie V. Waters in Alabama. He was a lifelong lover of nature, outdoors & sports. His athletic talents won him a football scholarship to play football at ULL (Southwestern), but he remained a faithful fan of the Crimson Tide even after he moved to La.

He is survived by his devoted wife Carol Ann Bourgeois Waters, Children; Holly Waters, Dana Dairies (David) & Brad Waters (Charmin); Stepchildren Caroline Ransome & Brett Ransome (Dina); Grandchildren: Jennifer Waters, Caroline Stewart (Robert), Cliff Le Blanc (Morgan), Nicholette Quavers (Ron), Zane Waters & Evan Dayries; Great-grandchildren; Robby Stewart, Hayden, Thomas & Layne Leblanc; & sister Ethyl Smith.

He was preceded in death by his parents & siblings, George Franklin Jr., Peggy & MelRoy Waters, Dorothy Lundgren, Juanita Moran & Mary Searcy.

Religious Services to be conducted by the Rev. Cleo Milano at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at 10:00 with visitation from 8:00-10:00 a.m. in the Church. The Family would like to extend our love & thanks to Father Cleo Milano, Deacon Richard Grant, Mrs. Theresa Foster & the Entire Family in Christ at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church for their overwhelming love & support. Paul’s infectious giggle, beautiful blue eyes, sense of devilment & love of family will be missed by all.

Published in TheAdvocate.com from May 4 to May 8, 2018

Athletic Network Footnote by Dr. Ed Dugas.

Paul’s obituary will be posted as soon as it is available.

Click here for Paul attending the 2017 Homecoming Reunion of the 60s Football players.

Click here for Paul and the 1963 Football photo gallery where he is included in the team picture.

Holly’s email to Tom Kelly.

From: Holly W <harchiba@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 2, 2018 3:30 PM
To: kellyt32@gmail.com
Subject: Paul Waters 
Come to join us as we celebrate the life of Paul Edward Waters. Please share this as you wish. Tuesday, May 8th 8:30-10:00 am is set aside for visitation then services at 10am. A gathering will be held after services at the Reception Center across the street from church.
Our Lady of Mercy Church
445 Marquette Ave
BR, La. 70806