Robert Laird Winterton, a resident of Prairieville, passed away at his home on June 1, 2024. Known lovingly as Bob by those closest to him. He was born in Pennsylvania on March 10, 1950 to late parents Tom Gage, Sr. and Hazel E. Winterton. Robert worked at Pioneer Chlor Alkali the majority of his professional career where he met his wife Patsy Lambert Winterton. He enjoyed spending his free time with his family and friends and could most often be found enjoying a backyard BBQ. He loved cruise lines, karaoke, white sandy beaches and cocktails (in his infamous red melted Coca Cola cup).
He is survived by his loving wife, Patsy; children, Melissa Richard, Melanie Macaluso (Brian), Rusty Brignac (Holly), and former wife Tammie Downing. He is also survived by his siblings, Tom Gage Winterton, Jr (Lynne) and Kathie Taggart; brothers-in-law, David (Debbie) and Gary (Lynell); sisters-in-law, Sandra (Ron) and Faye; his grandchildren who brought him years of happiness, Darian Buquet (Denise), Tyler Macaluso (Dakota), Kayleigh Richard, Brandon Richard, Zachary Brignac (Kristen) and Austin Heap; great grandchildren, Avery, Tate, Rylen, Beaux, Reese, Jarrod and Camille as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Special thanks to Dr. Greg Bizette with Mary Bird Perkins and the Oncology Staff at OLOL.
In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in his name.
His family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service lead by Terry Swanson at Hope Haven Garden of Memory, 604 E Hwy 30, Gonzales, LA on Monday, June 10th at 10am.