Vincent Dubroc

Vincent Luke "T-Man" Dubroc, 76, passed away unexpectedly on the afternoon of January 22nd, 2016 at his home in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born on March 4th, 1939 in Bordelonville, LA, son of the late Sylvan and Anolia Dubroc. He graduated from Bordelonville High School in 1957, then moved to New Orleans. It was there he met and fell in love with his wife, Kathryn "Kitty" Kelly. They were married in 1965 and moved to Baton Rouge, LA where he began his lifelong career in insurance sales and management.

As a young man, Vince served in the Louisiana National Guard, and continued being of service to his State, his church, his family, and his community throughout his life. He was an active and valued member of St. Thomas More Parish and their Knights of Columbus chapter. He shared his knowledge and passion for his Acadian heritage, teaching Cajun French to eager students of all ages. He was also an active board member at the Louisiana War Veterans Home in Jackson, LA, offering comfort and help to those who served.

Vince was an instant and treasured friend to everyone he met, never hesitating to generously help those in need. He loved to cook, volunteering for countless events in the community. He loved gardening, history, football, and heated political debate. He will be remembered for his boundless humor and energy, his overwhelming charisma and charm, and his seemingly endless supply of larger-than-life stories. Most of all, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Vincent is survived by his wife, Kathryn Kelly Dubroc; his children, Ronald Robbins, André Dubroc, Nicole Walker, Michelle Dubroc, and Alyse Dubroc; his sons-in-law, Billy Walker, and Dan Briardy; his daughter-in-law, Carol Robbins; his grandchildren, Chynna Watts, Miranda Robbins, Aidan Dykes, Valerien Dykes, Ethan Landry, Reide Walker, and Maya Landry; his great-grandchildren, Delilah Watts, Lily Robbins, Grady Robbins, Braxton Robbins, Isabelle Robbins, and Mia Robbins; and his siblings, Eleanor Galland, Gloria Dubroc, Tyrone Dubroc, and Dorothy Lozano.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sylvan and Anolia Dubroc; his siblings, Neuman Dubroc, Dudley Dubroc, Sylvia Bordelon, and Diana Bringol Gagnard; and his grandson, Ronald Robbins Jr.

Services will be held on Saturday, January 30th, 2016 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church - 11441 Goodwood Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70815. Remembrance will begin with the Rosary, led by his fellow Knights of Columbus at 10:30 A.M., immediately followed by visitation. Mass will be at 12:30 P.M. followed by a potluck celebration of Vince's life at the family's home in Baton Rouge, LA. Interment in St. George Catholic Cemetery will be conducted with the family at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Manresa House of Retreat- PO Box 89 Convent, LA 70723 (225)562-3596, where Vincent sought spiritual renewal each year in silent contemplation.

The great sorrow of this loss will be shared by many. Vincent was a remarkable man who worked tirelessly to leave the world a little better than he found it. He now joins the angels and his promised life everlasting.

Visitation

St. Thomas More Catholic Church
11441 Goodwood Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA  70815
Saturday, January 30, 2016
10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Service

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Thomas More Catholic Church
11441 Goodwood Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA  70815
Saturday, January 30, 2016
12:30 pm

Cemetery

St. George Cemetery
7808 St. George Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA  70809