Thomas Sledge

Tom Collin Sledge, 93, a native of Ringgold, LA and a resident of Houma, died August 9, 2019 surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be Friday, August 16, 2019 at the Wimberly Memorial Chapel, Pleasant Road, in Ringgold, LA at 1 PM with the funeral services to follow at 2 PM. Dr. Nathan Davis from the Coushatta First Baptist Church will conduct the service. Tom will be buried in the Wimberly Cemetery.
Tom is survived by his son, Tommy Sledge and Sonja Pitre, Tom’s daughter, Vicki Adams and husband Nathan from Thibodaux, LA. Pop has four grandchildren: Andrew and wife Jen from Jackson, LA, Jessica Sledge and Micah Leon, Paul Adams from New Orleans, Dan Adams and wife Annie from Pass Christian MS. Pop has nine great-grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Sarah; his parents Loyd and Ada Sledge, his siblings Woodrow, Buford, Loyace Hammett, and Nelda Beth Golson.

Tom spent his life searching for oil in the United States, Canada, and Columbia. He was a loving father, devoted husband, avid LSU fan, and a season ticket holder for the Saints. He loved his dog, Tiger, and smoking his pipe.

Tommy and Vicki would like to thank Shelby Boudreaux for the years of love and dedicated care that she has given to Tom. Dr. Russell Henry has been Tom’s physician for many years. Also thanks to the Haydel Hospice nurses and staff for the care and support they gave to Tom and our family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the MacDonell Children’s Services in Houma, LA.

Chauvin Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Thomas Sledge.