2021ObituariesGerald Hymel

August 9, 2021by SealeUser8
Hymel, Gerard

November 14, 1952 – August 8, 2021

Gerald Joseph Hymel, 68, of Denham Springs, LA, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday,
August 8, 2021, after a long, courageous battle with cancer.

Born in White Castle, LA to John and Frances Hymel, Gerald was raised in his family’s beloved country home in Sunshine, LA.  After Graduating from St. Gabriel High School in 1970, Gerald went on to continue his education at the Louisiana Trade School. Upon completion of trade school, he settled into his career with VICI Precision Sampling in Baton Rouge, LA, where he would eventually retire as general manager after 45 years. He was fiercely passionate about sports, especially NASCAR, LSU, and Saints Football. He was an avid Mustang enthusiast and was a member of the California Special Worldwide Mustang Club and enjoyed competing in various car shows. He also enjoyed traveling and was able to enjoy a few long “road trips” during his retirement.

Gerald was a strong, kind, loving, and supportive husband and father. His knowledge and guidance were the foundation of his family. He cherished every moment spent with his wife of 47 years, Candace, and his two daughters. He had an extra special place in his heart for his grandchildren and was grateful for every moment they shared. Despite his battle with numerous cancers throughout the last 34 years of his life, Gerald always maintained a positive outlook and was determined to not give up without a fight. He was also a longtime parishioner of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and shared his love of the Catholic faith with his children and grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his father, John Louis Hymel, Sr.; mother, Frances Musso Hymel; sister, Agnes Hymel Manning; brother, John Louis Hymel, Jr.; granddaughter, Jasmine Hotard; niece, Meg Pascoe, and Father-in-Law, Louis Joseph Berthelot.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Candace Berthelot Hymel, daughter Lisa Hymel and Joshua Riewerts, grandchildren Nicholas, John, Kyleigh, Alex and Cameron Hotard.; daughter Jeanne and Chase Ard; grandchildren Carmella and Josephine; mother-in-law Mary Catherine Berthelot; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and beloved friends.

Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home in Denham Springs, LA on Friday, August 13, 2021, from 5pm until 8pm. Visiting resumes at the funeral home on Saturday, August 14, 2021, from 10am until 11:30am. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church at noon, conducted by Fr. Taylor Sanford. Pallbearers will be Chase Ard, Joshua Riewerts, Dale Gaudet, Craig Chatelain, Bill Teer, Shawn Pascoe, and Ricky Averette. Honorary pallbearers are Kenny St. Romain and Joe Territo. Burial will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Burke Brooks of Ochsner Cancer Center, who treated Gerald for 34 years. Dr. Brooks was instrumental in adding longevity to Gerald’s life and over the years had become more of a friend than a doctor. Dr. Brooks, along with his Ochsner staff and associates Drs. Hymel, Freeman, and Giglia, will continue to hold a special place in the hearts of the Hymel family. A final thank you to the medical staff at Ochsner Hospital and Compassus Hospice Care who were a great comfort to the family and eased Gerald’s transition to his eternal life.

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8 comments

  • Mike Griffin

    August 14, 2021 at 2:32 am

    Gerald and I went to school together for 12 years through graduation. He, Glenn Landry and I spent some good times in our father’s Ford sedan. We made runs to LSU to the Chimes Pool Hall just riding as we called it. Have only seen Gerald a few times since our graduation in 1970 but we always picked up like it was yesterday. I will miss my friend!! Condolences to Candace and the entire family.

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  • Sammie Lacara

    August 14, 2021 at 12:15 am

    Sammie Lacara,what great man , always parked close to me arc car shows I will miss him greatly GOD BLESS FAMILY

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  • Christina Hyer

    August 13, 2021 at 1:48 pm

    We may have not been blood related, but he was always Uncle Gerald to me, and always will be.

    Aunt Candy, Lisa, and Jeanne:
    Words cannot express the emotions I have of this. I can only send my condolences, prayers, and love your way. He was such a wonderful man and beautiful person, and I’m so sorry that this happened to such an amazing family.

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  • Angela Baker

    August 12, 2021 at 1:46 pm

    Jeanne,
    I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

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  • Steve Rushefsky

    August 12, 2021 at 5:41 am

    Gerald sure was a special guy. Through his illness he still had a smile on his face and lots of love in his heart.
    Gerald was an important part of our Mustang Club being a Committee Member and controlled our sales page.
    I feel lucky to have met him and blessed to have known him.
    RIP my brother!🙏❤

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  • Mat and Rosaine Fry

    August 12, 2021 at 1:07 am

    We are so thankful we had gotten to spend time with and get to know Gerald on his recent visit to Pennsylvania. He was such a kind and courageous person and we were inspired by his amazing outlook in spite of all of his health challenges. May he forever Rest In Peace.

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  • Louise and Tom Guastella

    August 12, 2021 at 12:49 am

    Remembering my dear cousin and his beautiful family Our love and prayers are with you all. May God Bless you all., May you Rest In Peace Gerald.

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  • Mary Ray

    August 10, 2021 at 8:24 pm

    Candace and Family,
    I will always hold a place in my heart for Gerald and his gentle kind nature. Met this man in 1st grade. We were so small and sweet. As we grew older and learned our lessons, life happened and we went our own ways. Reunited in 2010, our 40th Class Reunion. All he talked about was you’ll, Wedding Pictures and Family Gatherings. Followed Gerald and you on FB for years now. Sure will miss him and his Love ❤️ God Keep you all.

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