"Robert Paul LaCour Sr. was born of proud French Creole Heritage from Cane River, Louisiana. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Emile LaCour and Mary Leola Couty, his oldest son, Robert Paul LaCour, Jr, his granddaughter Bobbi Rene, his oldest brother Emile Joseph, and young brother Thomas John. He is survived by his children Angelique Gabrielle, Robert Paul II, Sonni Jo, Tyri Lucero, and Alexa Jaye. He is also survived by his siblings, Michael, Antonio, Laura, Yvonne, Carmen, Leonard, David, and numerous grandchildren. He was a proud member of the exclusive 101st Airborne Division Screaming Eagles, and earned 2 Purple Heart, 2 Silver Stars, 2 Bronze Stars. He did 2 tours in Vietnam to keep our country free. He was very loved and will be missed and honored by his surviving family. "
In loving memory of
Robert Paul LaCour
May 27, 1942 - November 18, 2020
We remember Bob LaCour, an American in the truest sense of the word. Robert was a proud son of Comanche and Cajun heritage who was born in Natchitoches, Louisiana and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Bob enlisted in the Army as soon as he was able and served his country for 12 years on three continents, including several tours in Vietnam at the height of the war in the late 1960s. He earned the Bronze Star and an Army Commendation Medal for his bravery in battle.
Bob was an artist, avid reader, and history buff - but those that know him well know that his love for his fellow soldiers, his country and his family was paramount. Bob always tried to do his best to reconcile the hardships and hatred he faced in war with the love of his country and family.
We remember Bob for both what he gave to us and what he wanted to give to us but could not. We honor him today for his service and the gift of life he gave to his children. It is through his legacy of strength and love that both his family and our country will endure.
Rest in Peace.
Memorial Donations may be made to: Operation Home Front at www.operationhomefront.org or Jewish Family Services - Rabbi Chaplaincy Fund at https://jfsdallas.org/donate