Edward James Bagnell, Jr.

Edward James Bagnell, Jr. of Kenner, Louisiana passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at the age of 76 surrounding by his loving family.

Edward leaves behind to cherish his loving memories, his longtime companion, JoAnn Cannon, his children Edward James Bagnell, III (Paulette Elwood), William Joseph Bagnell (LeAnn Bourque) and Loyd Michael Bagnell (Shantel Bagnell). Edward also leaves behind to cherish his memories, his grandchildren Caleb Bagnell, Tyler Bagnell, Jacob Bagnell, Nathan Bagnell and Aubrey Bagnell, his brothers; John Bagnell (Lynne) and Larry Bagnell, nieces and nephews Bryan Bagnell (Tracy), Wayne Bagnell (Janelle), Candice Sanchez (Jonathan), Lindsay Quebedeaux (Joby) and his great nieces and nephews, Avery and Quinn Sanchez, Liam Quebedeaux and Graham Bagnell.

Edward is preceded in death by his loving wife, Eve Barrios Bagnell, his parents Col. Edward James Bagnell, Sr. and Corp. Ida Fay Hooker Bagnell as well as his sister Katherine Ann Bagnell and sister-in-law Marilyn Bagnell.  

Ed loved his family, he enjoyed visiting Disney often, bringing his grandchildren with him was one of his great joys. He also spent his time researching outer space, viewing the sky, moon and stars thru a telescope.

He was a Chemical Engineer at Union Carbide/Dow for many years, retiring at the age of 55. He was an active member of Joe Brown Playground and Ecole Classique High School from the 70’s to the 90’s.  

Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Thursday, August 10, 2023 in the Chapel of Bagnell & Son Funeral Home 75212 Hwy 437 Covington, Louisiana 70435 at 8:00 p.m. with visitation from 6:00 p.m. until service time.