Michael Dwayne Launey

Michael Dwayne Launey, 69, passed on October 30, 2024 at his Denham Springs home. He was born on December 7, 1954 in Turkey Creek, Louisiana to his parents Edgar and Versie Launey. He worked as a bail bondsman since the 80s and a mechanic for his entire life. Michael enjoyed going to classic car shows and riding his motorcycle in the mountains, as well as winning several trophies from drag racing. Taking care of his yard and mowing his lawn was a constant task he was more than happy to tackle. Michael was full of love and his greatest joy in life was taking care of his family and those around him. His reach and care extended far beyond his immediate family, and he prided himself on the love he could give back to the community. There are not enough or the accurate enough words to say how bright and lively of a person Michael Dwayne Launey was, and he will be deeply missed by all those that were lucky enough to have him in their life.

He is survived by his mother Versie Deshotel, daughter C. Michelle Launey Hutson (Alan), son Michael D. Launey II (Erica), grandchildren Jordyn Gregory, Brianna Hutson, and Michael D. Launey III, sister Glenda Fontenot, nieces Bridget Roe, Roxie Lea, and Brandy Fontenot, nephews Jamey Bertrand and Danny Fontenot, ex-wives Paulette C. Launey and Coleen Howland, and many other family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his father Edgar Launey, sister and brother-in-law Elvie Meadors (Chris “Byron” Whittington), sister and brother-in-law Amanda Bertrand (Gene), and brother-in-law Elvin Fontenot.

Pallbearers will be Jamey Bertrand, Danny Fontenot, Drew Comeaux, Chris Babin, Randy Blanchard, and Jeremy Heine. Honorary pallbearer is Kaleb Barkley.

There will be a visitation held at Seale Funeral Home in Denham Springs on Monday, November 4, 2024 from 11am to 2pm with a service starting at 2pm. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park.