Final Salute

Charles Dennis Monteilh, 79, a resident of Zachary, LA, died on Friday, February 14, 2025 unexpectedly at his home. Known as Dennis by his family and Charlie by his friends and workmates, he built a lifelong career with Exxon that enabled him to travel the world. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy Seabee Battalion and served in Vietnam. He was an active member of the Men’s Club at St. John the Baptist Church, forming lasting friendships and giving back in any way he could. He was all about good food, good company, and good times – whether it was around the dinner table at home or at his fishing camp, making memories that always seemed to come with a great story (and maybe a little exaggeration about the one that got away.) An avid fisherman, he shared some of his best days on the water with a group of fishing buddies any man would be lucky to have. He loved all sports, but had a special passion for anything LSU, especially LSU women’s basketball. Above all, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and soon-to-be great-grandfather. He loved his wife passionately, never missing an opportunity to spoil her and their children. His friendships were as deep as they were unique, and he remained a loyal friend and mentor to many. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering loyalty to those he held dear. He will be profoundly missed. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joyce Huguet Monteilh; three daughters: Melonie Monteilh of Columbia; Christie Monteilh Bearden of Barataria; Jeanne Stagg and husband Dan Stagg of Baton Rouge; one son, Paul Monteilh and wife Laura of Baton Rouge; one sister, Margaret Gibson; and five grandchildren: Nicholas Monteilh, Madison Gomer, Charles Roby Bearden, Katherine Monteilh, and Leighton Stagg Sens. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Alice and siblings Charles Frederick, Leona, Jerry, and Mary Alice. Pallbearers include Paul Monteilh, Dan Stagg, Charles Roby Bearden, David Ruhl, Dylan Huguet, and Monty Monteilh. Honorary pallbearers include Nicholas Monteilh and Julius Stewart. Visitation will be at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Zachary, LA on Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 9:00 am until funeral Mass at 11:00 am, conducted by Fr. Lamar Partin. Share sympathies, memories, and condolences at www.CharletFuneralHome.com. Donations in his memory may be made to the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Maintenance Fund in lieu of flowers.