"I was a PA student rotating through Gastroenterology in 2013 at UTMB. I did not work directly with Dr. Babineaux but he was kind to all of the students and you can tell he had a good natured soul. I was deeply saddened when I heard of he passing. May God bless his family. "
In loving memory of
Michael James Babineaux, MD
February 25, 1982 - October 29, 2018
Dr. Michael James Babineaux, age 36, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018 in Austin, TX. He was born on February 25, 1982 in Lafayette, Louisiana to Joyce and Wallace Babineaux.
Raised in Lafayette, Mikes parents taught him that education was very important and would be the key to reach his goals. He was a focused and determined young man, continuing his education by obtaining a Bachelor in Science in Microbiology from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2004. He went on to complete medical school at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 2008. He then joined University of Texas Medical Branch for his Internal Medicine Internship and Residency where he served as Chief Resident. Mike married his wife, Andria, on April 12, 2013 and had their first child, Jesse Wallace, in 2014. They welcomed their first daughter, Jolie Alea, in 2015. In 2016, After completing his Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship, Mike and his family moved to Austin where he served as a Board Certified gastroenterology doctor at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center. His second daughter, Jiselle Adelise, was recently welcomed to the family on November 2018.
Mike will always be remembered as a loving and dedicated husband, father, son and friend. His love for his family, passion for golf, sense of humor, laughter and loving hugs will never be forgotten. Mike is survived by his wife, Andria Babineaux, three children, Jesse, Jolie and Jiselle; parents, Joyce and Wallace Babineaux; sister, Angela Akan (Eddie); in-laws Yolanda and Jesse Ramirez and Adrian Ramirez; and several nieces and nephews.
Honored to serve as pallbearers will be Lance Lee Blanchard, Julian Limon, Dr. Adam Racusin, Adrian Ramirez, Kirk Wagner and Dr. Jason Welch.
Tributes
"Lit a candle in memory of Michael James Babineaux, MD"
"Lit a candle in memory of Michael James Babineaux, MD"
"Condolences to the family. As a colleague, he was an attentive, mindful and professional physician just starting a wonderful career. He will be missed."
"Dr. Babineaux was a good person. I only saw him a couple of times, but he was so friendly and explained so much about what was going on with me. He also was so nice. I will never forget him, he is on my list of favorite Doctors, the list is short. A Good man. I will miss him."
"I just got the letter informing me of Dr Babineaux passing. I am crushed. He was simply the ultimate example of what a Doctor aspires to be. I knew him only for a short time but his kindness and genuine care for my wellbeing is unforgettable. My heart goes out to his family and this world for losing one whose personal light radiated such warmth for those lucky enough to have met him. Doc you will be missed."
"I was shocked and saddened by the news of Dr. Babineaux's untimely passing. He was both my husband's and my doctor. His warm ,friendly personality and professional manner was refreshing. We felt very confident in his medical abilities. May the good Lord watch over his beautiful family now and always."
"Dr Babineaux was my GI doctor. I never had any doctor who was more caring. He made me feel like he really cared about my health. His time on Earth was cut short, I guess God must have needed a really good doctor in heaven, and you know He only takes the best. RIP Michael, prayers of strength for your family, during this difficult time."
"Dr. Babineaux was my Doctor my most sincere condolences to the family and all that had the privilege to know him."
"Dr Babineaux, was my doctor. He was such a caring doctor and I am proud to have been his patient. His life on Earth was cut too short, but maybe God needed a good doctor in heaven, right now, and you know He only takes the best. RIP Prayers of strength for his family."
"Dr. Babineaux is sorely missed. I had the honor to work along side him for the last two years. He was an amazing physician. He was skilled and knowledgeable, but also had a huge heart. He was truly compassionate and caring. His patients and colleagues are weeping at the loss of this great doctor. He was also a tremendous family man. An amazing father and husband. He was so excited for the coming of his third child. It was all he talked about. I cannot express the loss we all feel and cant even imagine the loss for his beautiful family. May God bless his wife and children. He will never be forgotten. RIP brother."
"Wishing Michael's family from uncle Darrel,aunt Mary, phillip,Christopher Lee, curtis,ramsay,linsey,Christopher ryan,and Zoey Babineaux all the peace to bring comfort and the courage to face the days ahead and Loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. We do not have any words today to express how we grieve at your loss.Our earness prayers and thoughts are always there to help yall through the days ahead. Our hearts are with you all in your time of sorrow. Anything we could do just let us know. TMike will truly be missed. ONE LOVE!"
"I work with physicians as their liaison at Baylor Scott & White. Dr. Babineaux and Dr. Welch have always been such a pleasure to be around. Dr. Babineaux has always been so caring & compassionate to not only his patients but all of his colleagues. The stories I have witnessed first hand and heard from the people who worked closest to him in the past week since he passed is not only heartwarming but a testimony of a life well lived in love and kindness. He left an entire hospital staff with a wonderful example of how to treat others who can do absolutely nothing for you in return- that is Christ like love. I miss him dearly and I hope to live in a way to be more Like Mike :heart:"
"I knew Dr. Babineaux when he was a fellow in Gastroenterology at UTMB. What a wonderful person he was..so professional and kind. RIP sir. You will be missed."
"My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family of Michael James Babineaux, MD. I only know his parents , Wallace and Joyce Babineaux and they spoke of Michael and his family with such joy and happiness. Michael was such a fine person and will be missed by all . I am praying for all of you that you find peace and joy in his memory. Paulette King"
"You will be dearly missed but we have the hope that well meet on the other shore. Keeping the whole family in my prayers. May God bless them with peace that passeth all understanding and strength. You have left me with beautiful memories to cherish especially during my oncall time. Leela (Utmb)"
"You will be dearly missed but we have the hope that well meet on the other shore. Keeping the whole family in my prayers. May God bless them with peace that passeth all understanding and strength. You have left me with beautiful memories to cherish especially during my oncall time. Leela (Utmb)"
"Michael will be dearly missed by all those he touched. He was an excellent physician and a friend to all who knew him, he leaves a wonderful legacy. We were blessed to have him on our team, serving our patients and communities. We are praying daily for your family during this tragic time. Dawn Sears (Chief of Gastroenterology, CTX)"
"I have received many kind words and compliments about Michael's excellent and caring approach to their problems. He was always gentle, always empathetic and he will be missed by colleagues and patients alike. Craig Whiting BS San Saba Clinic"
"Sent a gift in memory of Michael James Babineaux, MD"
"I was his PRN nurse at the GI clinic, Dr. Babineaux was such an amazing doctor, and friend! He always worried and made sure his nurses were well taken care of. He and Dr. Welch were the first providers that I have ever seen were boots with their scrubs. When I saw this I chuckled and thought well... we are in Texas Dr. Babineaux will always hold a special place in my heart as my favorite doctor to work with very easy going. My heart aches for his loved ones he left behind. Prayers for the family."
"I met Dr. Babineaux when he came to Marble Falls to tour the hospital with his friend and colleague, Dr. Welch. As the operating room manager, it was my honor to get to know him and spend time with him. It became apparent not after that we were so very fortunate to have them both. He was a gentle soul that cared for every patient, a good friend with a great sense of humor, and he couldn't sneak up on anyone thanks to those boots! No man ever smiled bigger when speaking about his wife and children. The world truly is a lesser place without him. Butterfingers and tootsie rolls in heaven, Doc. I'll miss you my friend. Kelly Ross"
"Mike and I were co-fellows in the GI program at UTMB. He was always ready to listen and help when he could. Babs, Simien and I became a family and I will always cherish my memories of our 3 years in training. I will miss his friendly and encouraging hugs. May God's peace be with his family in this difficult time."
"I was one of Mike's GI faculty members at UTMB during his Fellowship with us. Mike and I were close and communicated openly and honestly with one another. He knew that I thought a great deal of him and wanted only the best for him and his family. Like others, I was so proud of him when he passed his Boards and had settled into a productive and rewarding practice. My heart goes out to his wife, children, parents, and to all his family and friends."
"I loved working with him. Most impressive was his tough exterior but watching him hug almost every patient. He and Dr. Welch were absolutely wonderful together. Dr. Babineaux (lovingly nicknamed Babsy) spoke so highly of his wife and children. He will be sorely missed."
"I was managing the GI department at Marble Falls when Dr. Babineaux joined our team. His sense of humor along with his jokes kept us all in smiles. On a trying day I could rely on him to come into my office and sit down for a chat or joke. It was an honor to work with a provider who was compassionate for his patients as well as the staff he worked with. Dr. Babineaux was quick to speak of his family and his love for them was apparent in everything he did. Such a great loss to the BSW family. My prayers are with the family and loved ones of this great guy."
"I met Michael like I met most of the other Doctors I worked with at Scott & White; we scheduled a day to drive to many of the medical clinics around the Hill Country for a series of meet and greets when he first moved his practice here to Marble Falls. In the 4-6 hours we spent in the car that day, we talked extensively about life, family, politics, sports (LSU was a big topic there), and his goals for his practice going forward. Through our conversations, I got to know a man that loved his family, his friends, and the career he chose for himself. While I have since left the hospital where we once worked together, I never forgot about Michael, or the gregariousness and compassion he showed the minute I met him. His loss is tragedy for this community, and I send my deepest condolences to his family, friends, those that loved him most. Rest in Peace my friend."
"Dr Babineaux was one of the kindest doctors we have had the pleasure to know. My daughter has seen many, many specialists in her time and Dr Babineaux was by far one of our favorites. He took the time to listen to her and cared about her personal life as well as her medical history and considered her personal life goals into her treatment plan. He will be greatly missed and unreplaceable. Prayers for his family."