David Faulk

December 27, 1954 ~ August 20, 2021

COW ISLAND — A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of David Faulk, 66, who died Friday, August 20, 2021 with his loving wife, Rita Faulk by his side. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.
David and Rita were married for 46 years and were blessed with one son, Jacob. They have been an integral part of the Cow Island community, as well as St. Anne Catholic Church. They often attended weekday mass, weekly holy hours, and were living their faith in Christ together daily. David was president of the St. Anne Church Council, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a passionate advocate for the Right to Life movement. He attended Cursillo #302, and was a leader of the Men’s Ultreya, as well as a long time attendee at the men’s retreat at Our Lady of the Oaks. He was a great patriot and defender of the truth.
David was a gentle, dependable, and honorable man. He ordered his life according to the Lord’s plan: God first, Rita, then his son and his family, and many friends. David will forever be known for his remarkable gift of woodworking. He spent hours using his craft and gift to help others. His generosity with his talents are priceless to all who were enriched by his creations. He crafted many treasures including St. Anne’s altar, his home, Jacob’s home, and countless projects for his grandchildren and others. He was meticulous about his garden and chickens and was known to share his harvest. He handcrafted rosaries and made particularly special ones for his son’s family. He was an integral part of Greene Acres Tree Farm and was known as the “kind greeter” by all patrons. He spent much time in adoration, prayer, and spiritual reading.
Most of all, David was a servant of God, a devoted husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and friend. He dedicated so much of his time to those he loved most, and “Paw D” will forever be loved and missed by all. He embodied the life of St. Joseph… a humble carpenter who was faithful in all things. He loved the Lord, his wife, his son and his family, and was a selfless giver. David lived his Catholic faith in action, as St. Francis of Assisi taught…“Preach the Gospel at all times, and when necessary use words.”
He is survived by his wife, Rita; their son, Jacob; daughter-in-law, Régan; grandsons, Brooks, Perè, and Reis; granddaughters, Ella and Lila; two brothers, Rodney Faulk and Bobby Faulk (Nancy); brothers-in-law, John Greene and Allen Greene (Denise); sisters-in-law, Liz Stelly and Emily Stubbs (Eddie); as well as many nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends.
He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Nora Jo Faulk; his parents, Jean Claude and Edith Faulk; sister-in-law, Annie Faulk; fathers-in-law, Preston Greene and Vincent Habetz; and mother-in-law, Louella Greene Habetz.
The family would like to thank Dr. Randall Faulk and the nurses at Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial for their tender care. Also the utmost gratitude to family, neighbors, and friends for the genuine love and support that they shared with both David and Rita throughout their lives, especially in the most recent days.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276 [Service Information 225-5276]. Condolences may be sent to the Faulk family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.