Eugene Franklin Edmonds, affectionately known as Gene, passed away on February 3, 2026, at the War Veterans home in Jackson, Louisiana. Born on February 19, 1944, Gene was a long-time resident of Winnfield, Louisiana. He graduated from Winnfield High School and attended Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

Gene was the son of Eugene Earlin (Bill) and Mae Juanita Edmonds. He spent the majority of his life as a master carpenter, known for his exceptional skill and infectious laugh. Gene had a passion for riding his Harley on sunny days and enjoyed watching LSU football on Saturdays.

He is survived by his daughter, Natalie Jeanne Mixon and her husband Lucien, and his son, Ty Eugene Edmonds and his wife Kathryn, all of Geismar, Louisiana. Gene was a proud grandfather to five grandchildren: Ensign Braddock Russell Lord, Officer Jackson Kenneth Lord and his wife Kiarra, John Champion “Champ” Edmonds, Reagan Lynn Jinks, and Hadley Kate Edmonds. He also leaves behind three great-grandchildren: Alaska Rainn Lord, Maverick Carter Lord, and Paxton Kenneth Lord.

Gene was preceded in death by his father Bill Edmonds, mother Juanita Edmonds, sister Dorothy Lynn Edmonds Gates, and nephew Roger Gates. His unwavering devotion to his Heavenly Father and his dedication to family and friends are the legacies he leaves behind.

A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Garden of Memories Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home. Friends may express messages of condolence to the family online by visiting southernfuneralhome.com.