Lloyd O. Bruchhaus

ELTON— It is with heavy and full hearts that we announce the very peaceful passing of Lloyd Oliver Bruchhaus, 96, of Elton which occurred Thursday (Jul. 18, 2019) at the Southwest Louisiana Veteran’s Home in Jennings, LA.

He not only became a friend to all that he crossed paths with; but was a best friend to countless individuals of all ages. He was always willing to help those that he loved with all his heart. Lloyd was a farmer at his core—growing rice and soybeans. Later in his life, he downsized to a garden behind his home. Lloyd worked for Coushatta Casino Resort Maintenance Department until the age of 90.
Lloyd is preceded in death by his wife Della and his infant son Christopher. He is survived by his 3 sons—Darrel “D.D.” Bruchhaus (Debra) of Elton, Daniel Bruchhaus (Desi) of Elton, and Joseph Bruchhaus (Mary) of Elton– and his 2 daughters—Danelle “Tookie” Bruchhaus (Karen) of New Orleans and Mary “Kaki” Bertrand (Roderick) of Elton. Lloyd also leaves behind 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
The family is forever grateful to the Southwest Louisiana Veteran’s Home for treating Lloyd with such love and respect for the past two years. He grew to love his new home there as well as his staff and caregivers. Some of his favorite past times during his last couple of years while he was there were Bingo, exercising at physical therapy, drinking coffee while visiting with his friends, reading in the library, and telling stories about his beloved Della Mae.

Funeral services for Mr. Bruchhaus will be held on Monday, July 22, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church in Elton with Rev. Jose Vattakunnel officiating. Entombment will follow in St. Paul Mausoleum under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.

Visitation will be observed on Sunday, July 21, in Jennings at the Miguez Funeral Home Chapel at 4:30 p.m. with a rosary at 6:00 p.m. It will resume at 9:00 a.m. Monday at St. Paul Catholic Church.