Dwight Paul

Schexnayder

Dwight Paul Schexnayder was born on September 17, 1945 and passed away on August 24, 2021 at the age of 75 years old.  He was a resident of Gramercy, LA.

Dwight is survived by his wife, Susan Oubre Schexnayder; son, Guy Schexnayder (Tiffany); grandchildren, Maci Schexnayder Williams (Brett) and Colby Schexnayder; great-granddaughter, Emerie Williams; and sister, Priscilla Poche.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Didier and Claudia Bourgeois Schexnayder; brother, Donald J. Schexnayder; and sister, Joyce Schexnayder Tramonte.

Dwight was a loving son, husband, father, brother, and friend who will be greatly missed by all.  He was a very humble and hardworking man who retired from DuPont after 44 years of service.  He also served in the United States Army for 2 years.  Dwight enjoyed restoring old cars, cooking, and praying the Rosary.  At one time, he owned 2 horses and enjoyed spending time with his riding club.

A visitation will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gramercy, LA on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.  A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 AM.  Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Church Mausoleum in Paulina, LA.