William "Bill Jewell Sirmon, Jr.

William Jewell Sirmon Jr, a devoted husband, father, and community leader, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, surrounded by his three sons. Born on February 1, 1943, in Abbeville, Louisiana, Bill was raised on a rice farm in Gueydan. His early years were marked by resilience as his family relocated due to a drought, leading him to attend many different schools over the course of 2-3 years before settling in Hahnville and finally Luling. Bill attended Hahnville High School, where he became a standout in football and track. His exceptional talent earned him a track scholarship to the University of Southwestern Louisiana, where he became one of the fastest freshman in the nation in the 880. He shattered multiple records, including the 880 and mile relay, which stood for years. It was during this time that he met the love of his life, Edith. After graduating from Nicholls State University, Bill began his career in education, working in the St. Charles Parish Public School System as a teacher and coach at Mimosa Park, J.B. Martin, and Carver Jr High. He played a key role in desegregation of the public school system. He co-founded both the parish’s Biddy basketball program as well as the Adult Community Education program. He was named the Transportation Director of St. Charles Parish Schools before ultimately becoming the Athletic Director at Hahnville High School. He left the school system to pursue a career in sales for several pipe, valve and fittings companies. Bill’s passion for service led him into politics, where he worked diligently on Edwin Edwards’ first campaign for Louisiana Governor and was later a member of his Kitchen Cabinet. He served on the St. Charles parish council, the Lafourche Levee Board and the Maritime Board as well. He was also honored as a three-time King of the Krewe of Lul. Later in his career, he worked at River Birch in sales and government relations. Beloved husband of Edith Hanisee Sirmon. Loving father of William Jewell Sirmon, III (Erin), Robert Quin Sirmon and Kristopher Charles Sirmon (Hillary). Grandfather of William Sirmon IV, Anderson Sirmon, Sarah Beth Sirmon, Hanisee Sirmon, Addie Sirmon, Quin Sirmon, Lennon Sirmon, Isla Sirmon, Rush Sirmon, Kateri Sirmon and the late Benjamin Sirmon. Son of the late Dorothy Trahan Sirmon and William Jewell Sirmon, Sr. Brother of Louis Edward Sirmon (Sally) and the late Francis Sirmon Fonseca and John Steven Sirmon (Joette). Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Funeral Mass. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 28, 2025 at L. A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home, 2607 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA from 5:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 155 Holy Family Lane, Luling, LA from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. A repast will be held at St. Anthony of Padua in the CA Building, 234 Angus Drive, Luling, LA from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. A Private Interment will be held at a later date in Woodlawn Cemetery, Crowley, LA. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to the John Clarke Perry Foundation for the Miracles to Milestones Forsythe Park inclusive playground project, c/o The Sirmons, 2769 Pointe Drive, Monroe, LA 71201. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.muhleisen.com

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William "Bill Jewell Sirmon, Jr.

February 1, 1943 - March 11, 2025