Felix Donald

Poche'

Felix Donald "Prof" Poche', a loving and wonderful Christian gentleman, husband,  brother and uncle, was born in New Orleans, reared in Paulina, and a resident of Gramercy since 1971, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the age of 93.

Felix Donald Poche' was the husband of Priscilla Schexnayder Poche' for 48 years.  "Prof" was an elementary school teacher and principal for 33 years, serving at St James High School in elementary grades, Gramercy as principal and teacher, and Lutcher Elementary as principal.  After retirement he lectored and served as an acolyte at Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Gramercy, LA and later as acolyte at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Chapel in Lutcher, LA for many years.  He also taught in the parish school of religion, and one year in the RCIA as a sponsor.  Donald was a founding member of the River Parishes adoration Chapel and committed adorer for many years.  He was also a member of the Marist Associates for over 50 years. He was a retreatant at Manresa House of Retreats for many years.

He never said anything negative about anyone.  He loved his family, his teachers and students.  He loved our priests and church, attending mass daily when able.  He was also a great fan of Lutcher High School Football, belonging to the LHS Quarter Back Club for most of his life.  And, of course, as a graduate of LSU, a great fan of anything LSU.

Donald is survived by his wife, Priscilla; brother, Dr. Carl J. Poche'; godson, Dr. Daniel Richardson; and numerous nieces, nephews, friends and former students.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Paulin and Ophelia Poche'; brothers, Patrick, Paul, Glynn and Raymond Poche'; and sisters, Rosa Mae Ricardson and Shirley Poche'.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church from 10:00 AM until funeral time.  A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 12:00 noon.  Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Rose Lynn Funeral Services is entrusted in handling his arrangements.