James "Jim" Fonda

James “Jim” Fonda, 77, of Moss Bluff passed away at 1:35 PM on Sunday, June 20, 2021 in a local hospital.

Mr. Fonda was born on September 21, 1943 in Cobleskill, NY, was raised in Houston, and moved back to Cobleskill where he was a graduate of Cobleskill High School.   Following graduation, he served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam era.  Mr. Fonda retired from Mustang Engineering as an electrical engineer 12 years ago.  Upon retirement, he moved to Moss Bluff where he currently resided.  He was a member of the American Legion Post #407, and was of the Catholic faith. 

He had a passion for antique cars and enjoyed spending time fishing.  In his earlier years he was an avid golfer but later in life he was a fan of watching golf.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Linda Ardoin Fonda of Moss Bluff; stepdaughter, Monica Lynn Dupre of Youngsville; a sister, Paula Fonda of Houston; a grandson, Aaron Scofield of Holly Springs, NC; a step grandson, Reid Dupre of Youngsville; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dawn Scofield and his parents, Paul and Leona Fonda.

Cremation was entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, www.heart.org.