Ralph "Rip" Babin
October 2, 1934 - July 5, 2018
Ralph “Rip” Babin passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at the age of 83. He was born in New Orleans, raised in Norco and resided in LaPlace for the past 57 years. Ralph was employed at Shell Oil in Norco for 38 years and was a devout member of St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in LaPlace. Ralph was the lifelong companion and beloved husband of 65 years to Lois Banquer Babin. Loving father of John Babin (Brenda) and the late Harry Nance Babin. “Gramps” to grandsons, Jared Babin and Nash Babin and great grandson, Ronin Babin. Son of the late Edmond P. Babin and Frances Bowles Babin. Brother of Edmond “Brother” Babin, Jr. (Dorothy) and Mary Babin. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 1101 Belle Alliance Dr., LaPlace on Monday, July 9, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. until time of service at 10:00 a.m. Interment in St. Peter Cemetery in Reserve. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to St. Timothy's Episcopal Church or School.
Ralph “Rip” Babin passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at the age of 83. He was born in New Orleans, raised in Norco and resided in LaPlace for the past 57 years. Ralph was employed at Shell Oil in Norco for 38 years and was a... View Obituary & Service Information