James H. Fontenot

James Hardy Fontenot, 75, passed away on November 10, 2017 at a local hospital surrounded by family and friends.

He was the founder and owner of James H. Fontenot Construction, Inc. for over 40 years. He served as past president of the Homebuilders Association of Lake Charles and was a member of Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church. He ran James Fontenot Racing with his sons and competed in many motor sports events. He was a car enthusiast and a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. He enjoyed staying active in his children’s and grandchildren’s activities. Mr. Fontenot was a deeply devoted son, husband, brother, father, and grandfather.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of fifty four years, Sharon Corely Fontenot; son Ryan Fontenot and wife Nikki; daughter-in-law, Ranee Corbello and husband Jason; and five grandchildren, Andrew, Audra, Maci, Ellie Kate, and Kendall.

He is preceded in death by his partents, Rev. D.W. Fontenot and Myra Fontenot Daniels; son, James H. Fontenot Jr. “Jimbo”; brother, Buddy Fontenot; and sister, Bonita Blair.

A funeral service will be held at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church at 11 AM on Monday, November 13, 2017. Burial will follow at Prien Memorial Park. Pastors Gary Evers and Stephen Perry will officiate. Visitation will be at Johnson Funeral Home at 4 PM to 8 PM on Sunday, November 12 and will continue Monday morning at the church at 9 AM until the start of the service.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the “Kingdom Builders” at Glad Tidings Church at 3400 Texas St, Lake Charles LA 70607 or at gladtidingschurch.com