Mr. Elmo Earl Broussard, Jr.

January 18, 1937 - July 20, 2019

Elmo E. “Coach” Broussard, Jr., 82, a native of Houma and resident of Raceland passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019. Visitation will be held at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church on Saturday, July 27th from 8:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. Eulogies will be read beginning at 11:00 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 noon with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Elmo is survived by his wife of 60 years, Kathleen R. Broussard; sons, Michael “Mike” (Jenny) Broussard and Patrick “Pat” (Mary Gail) Broussard; daughters, Kelly Dufrene, Bonnie (Michael, Jr.) Robichaux; brothers, Glenn Broussard and Blair Broussard; sisters, Virgie Broussard and Marilyn Gesser; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Coach was preceded in death by his parents, St. Elmo, Sr. and Virgie Broussard; brother, George Wayne Broussard; sister, Kathleen Daigle. Elmo was an influential man in the lives of many people in the community. He dedicated his life to the school system, serving in many roles throughout a 43-year career culminating as the Superintendent of Lafourche Parish schools. An instructor in the classroom and on the field, Elmo enjoyed coaching football, baseball, basketball, and track. His efforts dedicated to the development of youth touched the lives of many students and players. In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with his family and had a love for the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Heart Association. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.