The beloved pastor of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Louisiana was found dead after a carpentry accident.
Rev. Jimmy Jeanfreau Jr. was an adored member of not only his church but the entire community of Marrero. The 60-year-old had been an ordained minister since 1992 and had a love for carpentry with much experience in the field, but sadly a tragic accident while woodworking would end up taking his life. Related: Heather Morris Reveals Late Glee Co-Star Naya Rivera Confronted Her About Eating Disorder According to WWL-TV, Jefferson Parish police arrived on the church’s campus around 9 a.m.
Tuesday after they received a call about a medical emergency . When officers entered the wood shop of ICRCC they found Rev. Jeanfreau unresponsive.
He was ultimately pronounced dead at the scene. In a report from the Jefferson Parish Coroner’s Office it’s stated officials believe he passed away sometime Monday night after he sustained traumatic injuries while using a lathe.
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