ACADIA PARISH — The community is mourning the loss of Errol Comeaux, also known as “Slu”. Comeaux was the oldest serving councilman on Church Point's committee, serving since 1988. He was a part of many organizations throughout Church Point’s community and beyond. Church Point's Mayor, Ryan Meche says Comeaux was a big advocate for his community.
“He was on the road every night advocating for Church Point," Mayor Meche said. "He would go to LMA conventions, he was a superstar, everyone knew him, he was a great man.”
Mayor Meche says during his first few years as mayor, he leaned on Comeaux for advice. Ultimately helping Church Point receive recognition from the state.
“He was just a talented guy, he’s the one that got us a statewide award for our fishing pond," Mayor Meche said. "He did the work, he was always a help.”
Comeaux didn’t just help his community politically. He also served as a huge part of Church Point High School Athletic program. Former Football Head Coach, John Arceneaux says Comeaux dedicated 53 years to the department.
“He loved Church Point athletics," Arceneaux said. "He loved the Bears, and he was probably their number one supporter.”
Church Point High School Principal, Lee Bellerd says Comeaux was also known for his encouraging spirit. Comeaux had different unique sayings that stuck with the community.
“One thing we’re going to get a good laugh about every time we talk about Slu, is some of the sayings he came up with," Bellerd said. "We are going to write a book called Sluisms.”
Comeaux's efforts in the community never went unnoticed and he will always be apart of church point.
“I’ve known Slu a long time, he’s a life long resident of church point, and he will be sadly missed,“ Bellerd said.
Memorial Services will be held for Comeaux, after his grandson completes his US Air Force Training Curriculum later in April.
