Obituary of Donald John Broussard

Donald Broussard, 70, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, April 3, 2014. He is preceded in death by his father, Norris Broussard, and his grandson, Chance Davidson. Don is survived by his mother, Ida Broussard; his brothers, Ronald, Solomon (Tee) and Gerald (Larry); his sisters Dianne Guillory and Jayne Shull; his daughter, Andrea Davidson and husband Scott; his son, Jon Paul Broussard and wife Devon; his loving grandchildren Clay Davidson and Austin Broussard; and a host of family and friends across the country. After serving his country with distinction in the U.S. Marine Corps and receiving a Purple Heart, Don became a lifelong and self-made entrepreneur and business owner. He worked tirelessly to provide for his family and always maintained the highest standard of work ethic. A talented craftsman who loved working with his hands, Don enjoyed everything from restoring boats and cars to renovating homes and building birdhouses. In his later years, Don retired to Texas where he spent his free time working on his ranch and entertaining his children and grandchildren. Don had amazing strength and spirit, and enjoyed spending time with those who kept him young at heart. A man who was always quick to turn strangers into friends, Don leaves behind countless people whose lives he has touched. He will be forever missed by all who knew and loved him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Don’s honor to the following non-profit organization benefiting children with cancer and their families: Chance for Hope Foundation 2807 Rosebud Drive Pearland, Texas 77584 A celebration of life for Don’s family and friends will be held on April 21, 2014 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the home of Don’s daughter, Andrea Davidson, at 2807 Rosebud Drive in Pearland, Texas.