Charles Darsey, Jr.

It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Lindsay Darsey, Jr., who died on March 27, 2026, after a decades-long battle with heart disease.

Charlie was born in Houma, Louisiana, on April 19, 1952, and was the oldest of 11 children. He graduated from Vandebilt Catholic High School in 1970, where he was a star basketball and baseball player. He went on to attend Nicholls State University, where he earned a business degree, and later dedicated over 40 years of service to Gulf Island Fabrication as Chief Estimator.

Charlie is survived by his wife of over 48 years, Jill; his two daughters, Kate Becnel (Charles) and Sara Darsey; and his four grandchildren: Isabelle Darsey, and Elise, David, and Mary Becnel of Baton Rouge.

He is also survived by his nine siblings:

Joan (Dave) Lyon;

Ann (Terry) Smith;

Renee (Donald) Broussard;

Kathleen (Billy) Mooring;

Danny (Winnie) Darsey;

Paul (Rhonda) Darsey;

Jean (Richard) Traigle;

Brian (Bridget) Darsey; and

Julie (Bronson) Keese.

In addition to his siblings, Charlie is survived by his sisters-in-law, Peggy Darsey and Jackie Plessala, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Lindsay Darsey, Sr. and Genevieve Renee Whitney Darsey; his brother, Mark Darsey; and his brothers-in-law, Mike Plessala and Jim Nelson.

Charlie was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather who lived a life defined by kindness. Friends and family describe him as a quiet, kind, and gentle man who loved talking about any and all kinds of sports. He was truly loved by everyone who knew him and will be deeply missed.

Services will be held at Chauvin Funeral Home in Houma Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in his memory.