It is with deep sorrow Patricia, Patrick and Debbie announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend to many; a person with innate talents and wisdom. A skilled craftsman, tradesman; in 1961 he was proud to join a 4th generation as journeyman carpenter to the Carpenter's Local Union. With a creative hand he completed varied carpentry projects. He was a millwright by trade but was creative and inventive and could manage a project that crossed all trades. He was also a fantastic cabinet maker. He gained the name “Putty Knife” on a job in Bastrop, Louisiana when there were no feeler gauges available; he manufactured what was needed from a putty knife from a local hardware store. When his family visited Bastrop they were greeted by a huge sign reading “Welcome Putty Knife and Family!”