Andrew "Dru" Bailey Fontenot

We mourn the loss of our husband, father, brother and son who always lived bigger than life itself.  Andrew “Dru” Bailey Fontenot was born March 21, 1971 to Brenda and Bill Fontenot and left us on March 17, 2021.

Dru was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles and a graduate of St. Margaret’s Catholic School, St. Louis High School and McNeese State University.  During his career, Dru was involved in a number of entrepreneurial endeavors.  His most gratifying work came in the aftermath of Hurricane Rita. Working with Crowder Gulf, FEMA, and state and local governments, he brought all parties together to accomplish a common goal in recovering from the devastation left in Rita’s wake.  We were all so proud of his tireless and selfless efforts to help so many who were without.

Dru had zest for life, people and living large.  He lived, loved and played hard.  Always the life of the party, Dru’s sense of humor was unequalled.  In the best and the worst of times, Dru would always keep you laughing.

Beneath his jovial persona, Dru had a heart of gold.   He was always trying to help someone out in one way or another. He was blessed with good looks, charm, charisma, out of this world intelligence and a heart for service.  Dru knew lots of people from all walks of life.  All were treated with respect and greeted with that big smile and a warm handshake or hug. He made people, all people feel important.  He was admired by many.

Dru also loved the outdoors.  Hunting and fishing were favorites of his but best when done with family and friends.  However, Dru’s greatest love was for family, his whole family.  We all loved him unconditionally.

Dru is survived by his loving and caring wife, Cindi Reed Fontenot, son, Kade Reed Brashear, his mother Brenda Bailey Fontenot McCall, husband Bob, sister Renee’ Fontenot Free, brother Todd Fontenot, wife Beth, brother Andre’ Fontenot, wife Marianne, nieces Cydney Free, Lauren Fontenot, Emily Fontenot, nephews Corey Free, Jacob Fontenot, Gavin and Garin Fontenot, and Will Fontenot.  He was preceded in death by his father, William “Bill” Fontenot.

Visitation is on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Lake City Baptist Church from 5-8 with a rosary beginning at 7:30.  On March 23 visitation will begin at 9 am at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church with mass at 11 am, all in Lake Charles.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Ronald McDonald House, rmhc.org.