Ralph Amos Jr.

1934 - 2017

Ralph Amos Jr. obituary, 1934-2017, Prairieville, LA

BORN

1934

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Ourso Funeral Home - Gonzales

13533 Airline Highway

Gonzales, Louisiana

Ralph Amos Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 15, 2017.

Ralph (Wayne) Amos, Jr. passed peacefully in his home on September 14, 2017, in Prairieville, LA. He was surrounded by his family as he transitioned to his heavenly home where he was surely met with open arms by his beloved wife, Teefie. He was 82 years old. Wayne was a soft-spoken gentleman who was known for his devout faith, his generous spirit, and his quiet wisdom. Wayne was a devoted father and husband who was born on September 19, 1934 in Baton Rouge, LA. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1954-1962. He graduated from Louisiana State University in 1958 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was married to Theresa Bello Amos for 54 years. They lived in Baton Rouge, where Wayne worked as an engineer and "Teefie" stayed home to raise their 6 children. They later moved to Prairieville, LA, in 1973, where they settled for the remainder of their lives. They were both active parishioners at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Wayne was active in many ministries, including the Knights of Columbus, RCIA, Eucharistic ministers and the music ministry. He was also a member of Men of Manresa. His strong faith was a guiding source for his family, and he never missed an opportunity to "share God's love" with others. Wayne is survived by his children, Alan Amos and his wife, Niki, Julie Amos, Daniel Amos, Laurina Conger and her husband, Mark, Eric Amos and his wife, Charlene, Keith Amos and Susan Amos; his grandchildren, David Amos & his wife Melanie, Kelly Davis and her husband Trey, Alyssa Morgan & her husband Drew, Matthew Conger and his wife, Chelsey, Meredith Conger and her fiancé Michael Terry, Maxwell and Michael Conger, and Ryan and Emily Amos; and his great-grandchildren, Madison, Isabella and Morgan Amos, Ivy and Emma Davis, Amelia Conger, Mason Terry and Theo Morgan and his sisters Glenda Amos, Hilda McBride and Louise Enochs, and a brother, August Smith. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph Wayne Amos, Sr. and his mother Corinne Voorhies Smith and her husband, Warren Smith, his brother, Dr. Eric Henry Amos, and his cherished wife, Theresa "Teefie" Bello Amos. The family would like to thank Hospice of Baton Rouge and Dr. Gerald Barber for their wonderful care and guidance during his illness. Additionally, we would like to extend our gratitude to his personal caregivers Ms. Stephanie Scott, Mrs. Sharonda Wilson, Mrs. Carla Ennis and Mr. Troy Lagarde for their dedication to our father. Visitation will be held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church beginning at 9:00 AM Monday, September 18th followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by Fr. Jerry Martin, to begin at 11:00AM in the church. His body will be interred alongside his beloved wife, Theresa at Roselawn Cemetery in Baton Rouge. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Memorial donations can be made in his honor to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the ALS Foundation.

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September 21, 2017

Danny Amos

Thank you all for your sympathies. We all take comfort in your words, thoughts and prayers. He will surely be missed but a piece of him lives on in all of us in memories and the lessons he taught us through his actions. Love to you all.

Danny Amos

September 18, 2017

The loss of one's father marks one of the most profound rites of passage in our life. I know how close you all were to your father and what an influence he had on your lives. I am really sorry for your loss and you have my very deepest sympathy.
Leisa (Ackerman) Sacry, Littleton, CO
Dutchtown and EA Jr.

September 18, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

September 17, 2017

Johnny Earles

Sending love, thoughts and prayers to all the fine Amos children. Your father was a classic man that I looked up to. He and your sweet mother are together. They left a wonderful lagacy.

September 17, 2017

Judi Humphrey-Gautreau

Danny, prayers being said for your family. May the Lord's presence be felt as you all go through the next days. Also, know that He will be with you as you go through the many "firsts" in the upcoming year. God Bless you all!
Judi Humphrey-Gautreau

September 17, 2017

Chris Jarreau

Alan/Nikki,
I'm so sorry for your loss! He was a member of my church as well! When we lived in Gonzales we went to St John. I don't live their anymore. We now live in New Roads. Please know he in Heaven watching over y'all with your mom/mother in law. You're in my prayers!

September 17, 2017

E Moore

Condolences to your family. Losing a father to death is always hard. But remembering our heavenly father knows all we need and go through. Ps. 119:76
E. Moore

September 17, 2017

Lisa Tygrett

Danny, I am so sorry to learn of your family's loss. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers.

September 16, 2017

Myla Babin

Eric and family,
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Your dad was a great man and loved by so many. My heart goes out to each of you during this process of healing. May God wrap his arms around each of you and offer you peace. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in you heart. Consume the wonderful memories you have made and his presence will be with each of you forever. Love to all and continued prayers.

September 16, 2017

From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home

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September 16, 2017

Donna Reynaud

Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God be with you and give you peace.

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