In Loving Memory
Jerry Wayne Lacroix
10/10/1943 — 5/6/2014
Clayton-Thompson
A Life Remembered
Obituary
Jerry Wayne LaCroix October 10, 1943 - May 7, 2014
Jerry W. LaCroix age 70 of Toledo Bend passed away on May 7, 2014 at Memorial Health System in Lufkin Texas. Jerry was born in Alexandria, LA. on October 10, 1943 to Julian "Buddy" and Daisy Hailey LaCroix. Jerry was a graduated of Port Neches-Groves High School and attended Lamar in Beaumont, Texas. Jerry's musical career began at an early age. He was best known for his soulful voice playing and singing at local venues, later he toured with the Boogie Kings, Blood, Sweat and Tears, Rare Earth and Edgar Winters' White Trash. He was a local legend in the era of Rock and Roll for over 40 years. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; he is survived by his 3 sons, Scott LaCroix of Yucaipa, California, Sean LaCroix of Birchwood, Tennessee and Chad LaCroix of Nederland, Texas, one brother, Julian LaCroix of Hemphill. Texas. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 12, 2014 from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home, 5200 West Parkway, Groves, Texas. A time of remembrance will begin at 6:00 P.M. Cremation is entrusted to Clayton Thompson Funeral Home. On Sunday, May 18, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. a Tribute and Benefit will be held on Crockett Street Venue to honor Jerry W. LaCroix "Jerry Count Jackson". Contact Art Hanson at 409-893-1818 for further information.
Messages of Love
From family and friends
Mel Solis
December 2, 2022
Loved Jerry Lacroix.. saw him with Edgar Winters White Trash a few times. Wish he had more success with his career. What a soulful voice.
Terry Beebe
May 6, 2022
I will miss your beautiful and soulful singing. The first time that I heard you was on the Roadwork album. You will certainly be missed by your family and friends and fans. My condolences. Terry.
Linda Haileu
March 19, 2020
Jerry my cousin. ( Julian. Call me. Or text me. ) or I will hunt you down and hug you 100 times. You have family loves you so much
Jerry was so sweet love him all my heart
Lee Babineaux
January 13, 2016
good bye jerry, now you can visit with everyone, aunt lois, uncle white, your mom and dad and all the rest of the family that went to be with the lord.
Ken Franklin
May 13, 2014
I was another Blessed with the privilege to play in Jerry's band in '68...Which he called, "Thirteen Pieces of Sugar Coated Soul". I played tenor sax. His talented gift of music was awesome. These few months were some of my favorite times ever. My thoughts and prayers for Julian and Jerry's sons and families.
Rod Conerly
May 13, 2014
Jerry, your talent for art and music are self-evident and greatly respected worldwide.Our time shared,priceless. You taught by example, that one must love everybody. You never had a bad word to say, even to those who mistreated you. I will never forget.
Delaine Miller Sweat
May 12, 2014
R.I.P. Jerry LaCroix You will be remember & your music will live on to inspire others. That is quiet a legacy.
Delaine Miller Sweat
May 12, 2014
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Sonny Wadenpfuhl
May 12, 2014
I was lucky to get to play in one of Jerry's short-lived bands - "13 Pieces of Sugar-Coated Soul". It was 1968. Most folks never heard of it. He could do it all: lead singer/arranger, sax, and organizer. It was a great experience. Rock, jazz, pop, and blue-eyed soul - he was into all of it. He will be missed.
Marcome Yates
May 12, 2014
Another music legend has been called home. The King Brothers are reunited in Heaven. I know he's up there singing Rainbow '65. Heaven has one soulful band..Thoughts and prayers are with the family and all of his friends. Give the "Ghost of Otis" a big hug from me. God bless ya, Jerry "Noah" Count Jackson LaCroix..
Robert Robison
May 12, 2014
Thank you Jerry for all the musical moments I feel like we have shared together over the years. Your gift has really made my life fuller and You will always be remembered in this home my friend. I wish I could be there but I am there in spirit Jerry RIP Robert Robison aka Uncle Lee.
Mike & Sharon Sandberg
May 12, 2014
We were so sad to hear of Jerry's passing. The world has lost a great talent and friend...Heaven is rockin'. Mike & Sharon
Oneida Collier
May 12, 2014
I met Jerry at the Care Center where we were both residents. We would set daily talking about family and his passion for music. Even though I was 20 years older than him we would talk about how much we had in common. I'd sing a few words of a song and Jerry would finish it out. Him being unable to see we would set outside listening to birds and the winds as I described the colors Jerry would name the species. I was the last person to hear him perform. It was my birthday, he got up to the piano and started slamming the keys rocking his head side to side while stomping his foot. Singing loud a song that he wrote but never recorded followed by happy birthday to me. What a treat! So little time but so many memories. Jerry I can truly say you were my best friend that i will never forget. I miss and love you. Oneida
Terry Oubre
May 12, 2014
Great musician and as soulful a singer as there ever was. They just don't come any better. RIP Jerry
Steve Ellis
May 12, 2014
Hey, Jerry, it was fun! See you later my Brother! Love and miss you!
Willie Mcneal Bland
May 12, 2014
Julian aka Stinker. I'm so sorry to hear about Jerry, well now he is with your mom and dad in heaven. Dad always called him the living legend. He will be able to go check on him now to. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his boys.
Birdieselk
May 12, 2014
Rest peace and your recordings will always be playing.
Marla Mitchell
May 12, 2014
Chad, I am sorry for your lose. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Dirk Talbot
May 12, 2014
Like so many others, I grew up watching Jerry LaCroix rock the house all over the area. One of my all time favorite music memories was seeing Jerry tear it up with White Trash at the Pelican. Thanks "Count"
David L.Watson
May 12, 2014
My brother you will be in my prayers and sorely missed your friend and fellow musician.
Pat Shuler
May 12, 2014
So sorry to hear of the loss of Jerry LaCroix, another great SE Texas musical talent !
Jerry Mazzola
May 11, 2014
Man that Cat could sing! AND blow Sax. He has now joined that Celestial Group. Jerry and his music remains indelible. Seeing him at the Big Oaks in the early 60's was like Bobby 'Blue Bland' Turn On Your Love Light, St.James Infirmary, Don't Cry No More. We were blessed with some of the best music on the Planet and Jerry was at the top. He was a great guy. RIP- Jerry Count Jackson,the man who brought us Sandra Pool.
Clifton Beasley
May 11, 2014
Jerry, thanks for all the fantastic musical memories! Our prayers to your family. I know you've already found the musical greats that preceded you. You will forever be to us a Rainbow in our hearts!
Mickey Rouse
May 11, 2014
I was privileged to play with two bands with Jerry in the the 60's. Jerry's talent as an entertainer and performer was surpassed only by his talents as musician and arranger. His patience with those whose gifts were less than his will be forever appreciated and remembered.
Sandy Guidry Crow
May 11, 2014
Shorty....prayers for you and family at the loss of your brother...know you were proud of him.
Landis And Drenda Neugent
May 11, 2014
Probably the greatest white soul singer in the world during his hey-day. A true "singers singer", all the way to the end.i enjoyed booking him when I was an agent, but most of all,cherished being his friend.
Bob Payne
May 11, 2014
Jerry, May God hold you close to Him and bless you. Thank you for all the great music over the years. There's gonna be a party in Heaven with some great music from now on.
Jackie Woolley
May 11, 2014
jerry was a very big influence on me in 1966 and later. i first heard jerry sing at the big oaks club in vinton, louisiana and also at the bamboo hut in galveston, texas. it is strange that i just found out about jerrys passing my husband and i were listening to a radio station featuring artists we havent heard in a long time. jerry was one of the names we looked up on the web. jerry was a great singer and will be missed. god bless jerry and his family.
Gray Leblanc
May 11, 2014
Jerry was a personal friend of my mother, Franith Abraham, and I always enjoyed seeing his shows with G.G. before he stopped playing as often. He was a special man to many, and he will be remembered fondly from many, many people!
Colleen Curtis
May 11, 2014
May you rest in His arms. You were my first crush.
Larry Walsh
May 11, 2014
I was at My brother Dennis' house last week and ran across a baseball picture when Jerry was about 12 years on my Dad's baseball team. Those were the days. Saw him perform many times. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Rest in peace
Joe Alford
May 10, 2014
His music and voice is the soundtrack of my life.May he rest in peace.
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