Alfred “Al” John Theriot

Al Theriot, age 79, died peacefully surrounded by his family on November 11th, 2022 at their home in Conroe, TX after a courageous battle with a long-term illness.
Al was born on September 10th, 1943 in Abbeville, LA to George and Ella Mae Theriot (Noel) and was raised in Fenton, LA. He graduated from Fenton High School in 1961. After high school, Al joined the United States Marine Corp where he was a sergeant and bravely served his country in the Vietnam War. He served out of a love for his country. Once home from the war, he attended McNeese University in Lake Charles, LA. On August 13th,1966, he married Brenda Hebert of Fenton, LA. As a profession, Al worked in agricultural financing. In 1978, he opened Houston Agricultural Credit Corporation in Katy, TX, in which he served as president. Shortly before the time of his death, Al and Brenda celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary.
Al was predeceased by his parents, George and Ella Mae Theriot, brother, George Jr. “Bub,” and many other loved ones.
Al was a beloved family man who is survived by his wife, Brenda and their three children: Angie Bludau of Victoria, TX, Kim Webber of Conroe, TX, and Christie Spiegel of Mandeville, LA. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren as well as 1 great grandchild. In addition, he is survived by his sister, Elizabeth “Sis” Hebert, three son-in-laws, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, Godchildren, his dog “Jacks,” and many friends.
Proud of his Cajun heritage and with his zest for life, Al enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, sports, gardening and pretty much anything outdoors. He served as the Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus in the Katy, TX chapter. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo was a favorite event of the Theriot family, where Al served on the Livestock Committee. Al was consistently involved in his community. You could always count on him for cooking and grilling for local events, as well as attending local sporting events. Al often competed in barbeque competitions, where he regularly took home the gold medal. He was always known for his flavorful Cajun cooking which has been a staple in his family for decades.
Al’s life will be honored and celebrated at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St. Abbeville, LA 70510 on Saturday, March 4th at 1 p.m., with visitation beginning at 12 p.m. with Father Louis Richard officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations, in Al’s honor be given to the Wounded Warrior Project, (https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org) or Saint Jude’s Research Hospital. (https://www.stjude.org).