Troy K. “Koto” Gerald, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Maurepas, passed away at his home peacefully on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at the age of 70. Koto had many joys in life including time spent visiting and cooking for his family and friends. As well as hunting, fishing, and gardening. Koto is survived by his loving wife, Lillian M. Gerald; children, Brett Vice (Elsy), and Danielle M. Emmons (Bruce); grandchildren, Cade, Zachary, and Noah Gautreau, Bruce III and Barklay Emmons, Sarah and Joshua Phillips; siblings, Geralyn Umbaugh (Tom), Daryl Gerald (Susan), and Vivian Stevens (David); his beloved dog, Jake as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Koto is preceded in death by his parents, Brooksie Gerald and Betty Joy Paige. A memorial service to celebrate Koto’s life will be held at St. Stephen Catholic Church on Saturday, December 10, 2022, with visitation starting at 10 am until memorial service at 12pm. LSU attire is acceptable. In lieu of flowers, the family request monetary donations be made in Koto’s honor to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.churchfuneralservices.com . Arrangements entrusted with Church Funeral Services of St. Amant.
To Lil, Geralyn, Daryl and Vivian and family,
Patti and I are so sorry to hear about Troy. Lots of good memories from back in the day!
Praying for God’s grace and peace to comfort all of you at this time and in the days to come.
May he find rest in the arms of our Savior, Jesus Christ
A great pic of him-happy cooking gumbo! Beautiful words! We will all miss him! We love you Troy! Praying for you Sis and all of you! Love y’all
If you met him you loved him instantaneously! He will be missed!
My brother spool!! Met you because of friendship with my brother Gaylan. How many fried fish, turtle stew, couvillian (sp), and chicken avents are you gonna cook for gabriel at the gates? I will never forget your dancing and smile and as soon someone met you , they were a friend. I’ll never forget your fight for life. Thanks for the friendship! Love you in my memories for my forever !!
uncle troy, you’re gone too soon. we all love and miss you dearly.
I love you Daddy!
We love you Danielle. Praying for you! Praying for all of you! Love all of you!