Marcel "Rodney" Soumeillan

Marcel August "Rodney" Soumeillan, our beloved Uncle, Nephew, Cousin and Friend, passed away peacefully, Friday October 6, 2023 at age 78 in Morgan City, Louisiana.

He is preceded in death by his Father, Marcel Raymond Soumeillan, Mother, Marjorie Margaret Smith Soumeillan, Brother, Raymond Charles Soumeillan (Marie), Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Rodney is survived by many family members including Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces and Nephew, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many Friends.

Rodney lived in Morgan City his entire life and had a deep devotion to his city. He enjoyed reminiscing about his childhood and would tell stories of exploring with Grandpa Smith, his brother Raymond, and many of his cherished cousins as far back as the 1940's and 1950's. In his younger years he was well known in town for riding his bike all over the city and beyond. He was a talented carpenter and even built a boat. Rodney loved trains, and Christmas, and had curiosity for space and all its mystery. He was famous in his beloved Morgan City for sitting on his porch and would wave and say hello to so many who knew him. He loved spending time with his extensive family and friends, and adored them all.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation in honor of Rodney on Saturday, October 14, 2023 as Twin City Funeral Home beginning at 1:00p.m. until the Funeral Service at 2:30p.m. Burial will immediately follow in Morgan City Cemetery.

Rodney will be forever in our hearts and never forgotten.

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