Obituary for Dr. E. DeVerre Gourieux (Guest book)

Message from Rev. Dr. Dennis & Lovedas Hammons

December 9, 2017 4:42 PM

Lisa, Eric and Melanie:
A belated condolence on your dad's death as we only learned of it from an ABE newsletter last week. DeVerre was a great doctor to our family during our years in Evansville. He took care of our boys, Josh and Nick, from birth and was always gracious with calls from panicked first-time parents. DeVerre was also a fine Christian and along with Patsy a valuable couple in our church.

Message from Ron and Norma Faust

November 19, 2017 5:28 PM

You have our prayers and our sympathy.

Message from Mike and Nancy Bradley

November 19, 2017 9:51 AM

Eric,
Praying for you in this time of loss (we are our of town at this time). Your Dad was a good man and very good example. Times like this bring back memories from times gone bye such as a memorable birthday pool party. He made us all laugh and have a good time. Nancy has always had a great deal of respect for him as a physician. She worked in Oncology for 23 years at St Marys. He gave you space to establish your position with other physicians, but he could not conceal his pride which was busting at the seams as well. Our sincere sympathy to you and your family.

A candle was lit by Rebecca Wade and Chris Owen on November 17, 2017 10:58 PM

Message from Rebecca Wade and Chris Owen

November 17, 2017 10:57 PM

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. We are sure he was a great father and great doctor just like his son. We want to thank you for taking such good care of our family. We really miss you. To Dr Eric and family: We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless you all.

Message from D. and Cindi (Jent) Powers

November 17, 2017 4:04 PM

Dear Lisa, Eric and family...sending hugs and prayers at this time. Celebrating with you and thanking our God for the opportunity to have known him, having him as my attending physician as a child growing up. So thankful that he was still practicing when my own children came along. He always had a servant’s heart. A little difficult to look at this picture of him without his stethoscope. Bet the heavenly one he is wearing now is laden with pearls, diamonds, silver and gold; no doubt in line waiting to cast it at Jesus’s feet. May God bless you all as you honor him with great home going festivities tomorrow. Most sincerely, D. and Cindi (Jent) Powers.

Message from Deanna and Jim Boddie

November 17, 2017 10:45 AM

We would like to extend our condolences to the Gourieux family on the passing of DeVerre, who was our very dear SW Florida friend. We had the opportunity to spend many hours with DeVerre over the past 6 years. Our most recent memory was hiding out in DeVerre's home while Hurricane Irma roared through Estero on Sunday, September 10. In the aftermath of the hurricane, we were without power for 5 days so we spent a lot of time in the car looking for gas and trying to stay cool.

Wednesdays at Fitzgerald's for liver and onion lunches were a regular occasion for DeVerre and Jim. We also enjoyed eating at Fancy's with DeVerre, who especially enjoyed the catfish, greens, and etouffee stew.

While DeVerre's passing is a great sadness for us, we have wonderful memories of a very kind and compassionate friend. We were privileged to know him!
May God bless each of you.

Deanna and Jim

Message from Pat Moore

November 16, 2017 2:10 PM

Tom and Lisa , I am so sorry for your loss. DeVere was a precious man who unfortunately I didn’t get to spend much time with him. I know how much he love looking out at the pond. Especially at night he loved to see the gazebo and the dock lit up at night so I made sure I put LED bulbs in them so they would not go out. Precious man and neighbor . He will be deeply missed.

Message from Lee Creek

November 15, 2017 11:19 PM

He saved my life. I will always remember him. I am so sorry for your loss.

Message from Jim & Sandy Brenneman

November 15, 2017 5:20 PM

We are so sorry to that you have lost your dear father. father-in-law, and grandfather and, to us, our dear friend. We have so many fond memories of times with your father and mother that we will cherish forever. You are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead as you go through this difficult loss.

Message from Ralph Millsaps MD

November 15, 2017 11:40 AM

Eric and family,
What a gentleman in the true sense of the word. What a physician in the Hippocratic meaning. I enjoyed working with him and valued his thoughts over the years. "Stop for some tea" he said. Still do.

Message from Margie and Janice Phelps

November 15, 2017 11:24 AM

So sorry for the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man and great doctor. He took care of Mom a few times when you were out. Wonderful you were able to follow in his footsteps. We sure miss you
Love, Margie and Janice phelps

A candle was lit by Margie and Janice Phelps on November 15, 2017 11:19 AM

Message from Julie & Dirk Sodestrom

November 15, 2017 8:24 AM

Our love and prayers are with you, Tom & Lisa, and the whole family, as you navigate and process this loss. What an awesome legacy of faithfulness your parents gave you!
Love you, Dirk & Julie

Message from Jonna Goad

November 14, 2017 11:46 PM

Eric, so sorry to hear of your dad passing. He was such a gentle man. I remember once, Jessie was a having a problem and she went to a specialist. You were out of town (country) and she was treated harshly at 2 yrs old. I was upset and she was crying. He gave me and a hug and took Jessie from me and hugged her and calmed her down. Then he proceeded to call the specialist and tell him what he thought of him. I had a lot of respect for him that day. We are so glad we were able to meet him and see how much you are like him. Our prayers are with you now and I look forward to seeing him when he is given back to us as God has promised.

Message from Dale and Debbie

November 14, 2017 8:56 PM

Melanie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Can easily see just how wonderful your father was and know how much you loved and admired him. Our thoughts are with you.

Message from Phyllis and Larry Bussey

November 14, 2017 5:17 PM

We want to send our deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one. I know he was dearly loved by his family and those he doctored. I’m sure God welcomed him home as did his lovely wife.
Sincerely,
Larry and Phyllis Bussey
Lancaster, Ohio