Charles Joseph Settoon, Jr.

Charles J. Settoon Sr., age 69, passed away peacefully. He was born on June 13, 1956, in White Castle, Louisiana.

Charles graduated from Del Valle High School in Texas in 1974. From the age of 18 until the present, he worked as an antique furniture restorer, a craft he took great pride in and devoted his life to.

Charles was known for his outgoing personality and was always ready with a smile. He truly enjoyed going out to eat with his family—his family meant everything to him. He also gave back to his community by donating to the local food bank whenever he could.

He is survived by his former wife of 43 years, Lisa Settoon Walls, and his companion, Darla Firmin Pino. He is also survived by his son, Matthew Adam Settoon Sr., and his daughter-in-law, Savannah; his grandchild, Matthew Adam Settoon Jr.; his sisters, Cindy Jones (Todd Jones) and Wanda Cox Cook (Al Cook); his brother J.P. Settoon and wife Michelle Settoon; nieces Brittney Settoon Glidewell, Shelby Jones, and Becca Settoon; nephews Ricky, Brian Jarreau, Allen Martin, and Marcus Serpas; and many extended family members and friends, including Gary Walls and the family and friends at Dominic Bonanno’s Furniture. He is also survived by his niece-in-law Deidre Jarreau and her son Patrick, and Nicole Jarreau and her sons Gavin and and Luke Jarreau; sister and brother in laws, Carolyn and Michael Morrow and Brenda and Alvin Jarreau; and a special friend he called, "Brother Wheat", James Johnson.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Joyce Settoon Sr.; his in-laws, C.R and Peggy Blanchard; his grandparents, Clerville and Mabel Hebert; Gurcey Settoon and Paris Joseph Settoon; his godmother, Delores Odom; his nephew, Ellis Martin; his niece, Reese Jarreau; He also had many beloved pets waiting for him at the rainbow bridge, Daisy, Pepper, Rosa, Chloe, and his sweet girl Maggie.

Charles will be remembered for his warm heart, dedication to his craft, and the love he had for his family and friends.

A celebration of life service will take place at a later date.