Wilmer John Ledet Sr., "Uncle Wilmer" was born on October 8, 1938, to Elvin Antonio Ledet, Sr., and Lillian Victorian Cooper in Oberlin, LA. Wilmer worked for PPG Industries for 29 years as a lead operator. Wilmer was known as Uncle Wilmer to many of his younger cousins and teens who wanted to become cowboys as they came under his tutelage. He mentored many young men on how to become a cowboy. In his younger days, he enjoyed hunting with his close friends and family. As well as spending lots of time in the country with his animals. He belonged to the trail ride group Lake Charles Connection TrailRiders for many years. They were known for 6 day rides during the fall. He was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather , uncle and so much more. Wilmer peacefully passed away at his residence on November 29, 2022 at the age of 84 years old.

Wilmer is survived by his wife of 53 years, Theresa Popillion Ledet; his son, Wilmer John "Jay" (Catina) Ledet of Lake Charles, LA; Tammy Monique Ledet (Charles) Guillory of Lake Charles, LA; grandchildren, Ashley Shanae Ledet, Joseph (Julienne ) Guillory, LaTresha Mercedes Ledet, Kleigh Alexandria Guillory, Ceairra Brandon Miller, Corie Renee Ledet and Christopher Elijah Ledet; six great grandchildren; siblings, Dorothy Ledet Brown of Houston, TX, Elvin James ( Penny) Ledet Jr., of St. Louis,  Irene Ledet ( Rodney) Botley of Oberlin, LA, Barbara Neil Carter of Oberlin, LA, Carroll "Ki-U" (Anette) Ledet of Houston, TX, Linda (James) Gradney of Oberlin, LA; Godson, Christopher Ardamian ( Michelle ) Meeks, Sr., of Lake Charles, LA; Goddaughters, Naomi D Tobe and Lorraine Victorian and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Elvin Antonio Ledet, Sr., and  Lillian Victorian Cooper; granddaughter, CarLeigh Donnetta Guillory; brothers, Wilbert (Red) Ledet, Johnny Ledet Sr. Victor (Pipe) Ledet Sr., and  Louis Ledet; sister,  LaDora Ledet Harmon; nephews, John Hampton, Ryan Oneal Ledet, Lavail Meeks Sr., Raylin Jamar Popillion, Dean Popillion and nieces, MaryAnn Simon - Richardson, Stephanie Gail Popillion and great Niece, PrinceElla Davion Parnell.

A Special thank you to Christopher Meeks and Erica Ledet for all of your support during this difficult time. We would also like to thank everyone who called and took time out of your busy schedules to check upon us. To those who brought food as well we appreciate you for everything. Lastly, we would like to thank Kings Funeral home during this difficult time for making this process as easy as possible.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at 9:00 a.m., at King's Funeral Home and funeral service at 11:00 a.m., at St. Henry Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home.

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