With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rodney Dale Lejeune, Jr. a beloved father, son, brother, and friend who departed this life on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the age of 52.
Born on June 28, 1972, in Lake Charles, Rodney dedicated his life to the bridge construction industry, his family, his church family, and the community. Rodney began working for Guinn Brothers not long after his high school graduation. He started as a laborer and was a loyal, dedicated employee for the next 22 years. Rodney took pride in a job well done and continued to advance through those years. In 2012, he became the superintendent of Guinn Construction. He enjoyed teaching new or younger employees skills and other relevant information to be successful at their jobs. Rodney’s time at Guinn Construction and being the right hand to Mark Guinn was a huge part of his life.
Rodney’s heart was always dedicated to his family. Married in 2016 to his wife Jenah, Rodney made it a priority to spend time with his wife and children. He looked forward to everything from LSU and Saints football, hunting, and family gatherings. Time with his family was time well spent.
Rodney was a vital part of his community, which included coaching local youth in baseball and football.
Rodney faithfully served his church, Our Savior’s Church, and was honored at every opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus to people near and far. Rodney had the gift of Evangelism and regardless of coaching or mentoring, he found great joy in pouring into the next generation and all those around him.
He will be remembered by his loving wife, Jenah Darbonne LeJeune; his children, McKenna LeJeune, Dylan LeJeune, and Hannah (Jacob) LeBlanc, and Hudson LeJeune; his furry sidekick, Maggie; mother and step-father, Peggy (C.E.) Bourne; in-laws, Mike and Bronwen Darbonne; the mother of his children, Christy (Trent) Richard; sisters Tracy Herren, BreAnn (Colten) King, Amy (Jason) Blair, Mary Sue Bourne; brothers, Buddy (Kristi) LeJeune, Harrison Bourne, Daniel Bourne, and Paul Bourne; sisters in law, Sarah (Kent) Thibodeaux, Micah(Joseph) Pullig, and brother in law, Nick (Rachel) Darbonne; and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father Rodney Dale LeJeune, Sr. “Monk”; his grandparents, Edward and Sybil Lejeune, and Clarence and Ozeit LeJeune. Also waiting to greet him in heaven are many aunts, uncles, and other relatives.
Visitation was held on Saturday, May 31, at Our Savior’s Church, Jennings Campus, starting at 10 a.m., and continued until the time of service at 1 p.m. A celebration of life was held at that time. He was laid to rest at Greenwood Cemetery in Jennings under the direction of Miguez Funeral Home.
Carrying Rodney to his final resting place were Buddy LeJeune, Colten King, Mark Guinn, Kent Thibodeaux, Joseph Pullig, and Nick Darbonne. Honorary Pallbearers were Guinn Construction employees and Our Savior’s Church Men of God (MOG).
Jenah and the family would like to thank everyone for their continued prayers and support. To the OSC Brazil Missions Team thank you for sharing his last days and helping him to fulfill the great Commission of loving God and making Him known. Your pictures and videos will be priceless memories to us, forever. To Pastor Josh Belt, thank you for not only pouring into Rodney, but accompanying him and doing everything in your power to get him back home quickly. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Jenah and her family or to OSC Missions in memory of Rodney.
