Birth date: Jan 5, 1923 Death date: Mar 29, 2019
Stanley Louis Bridges, age 96, died peacefully at his home in St. Anthony Gardens on March 29, 2019. He was born on January 5, 1923 in McComb, Mississippi. He was the son of Henry Alton Bridges and Minnie (Mamie) Gariepy Bridges a Read Obituary
To Mr. Stanley's Family - My father was a wholesale drug salesman for I.L. Lyons, Moon Mullins, who called on the drug store back in the 60's - 70's - he went to Covington on Tuesday's - as a child, I would occasionally ride with him - Mr. Stanley was always nice to me and made me feel welcome. I once was walking in the store and I broke a cup on a shelf - I was terrified I would be in trouble - Mr. Stanley just said don't worry about it. I always remembered that gesture of kindness. I remember him giving my father some regular business which certainly helped him as well. It is sad that we have lost most of the old family owned drug stores. My condolence to your family.
Marlin Mullins, Terry, MS
2019 04 01
Dear Lou and Mary Ann,
Your father gave me my first job at Hebert's Drugstore as a delivery boy when I was a young teenager. I liked and respected him. He always seemed in a good mood and was very patient with me.
I remember we listened to the Dallas Cowboys playoff games on his radio while we took inventory at his pharmacy on Sunday afternoons in the early 1970s. I later became a pharmacist, in part due to having worked for him.
I last saw him at my father's funeral; he was wearing his Knights of Columbus gear as he and my dad were both members. I am grateful to him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Charles St.Martin
Just dropped back to let you know that I sent a donation to Pennies for Bread. There was no way I could find for the site to send an acknowledgement, so I wanted the family to know that I remembered Stanley with their requested donation.
Cynthia Dwyer
When I was a parishioner at St. Peter's, I got to know Stanley and Frances. They always saved a chair for me. I could not have known two kinder people. Stanley was such an outgoing man with a love of life and a great love of God, and of course, Notre Dame. The Saturdays when Stanley was not at Mass I knew he was watching the Notre Dame game. Stanley, you were a treasure and you will be greatly missed. I will never forget you. You have a special place in my heart. Frances, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and all of Stanley's loved ones.
Cynthia Dwyer,
Slidell, Louisiana
My deepest sympathy for Stanley's family. He was my first boss, as I'm sure he was to many in the area through his ownership of an institution in Covington, Hebert's Drugs. He taught me many valuable lessons, which I carry with me to this day, almost 40 years later. I will always remember his infectious optimism about life. May he rest in peace.
Edward ( Ned ) Leonard, III and Family
Stanley Bridges is a very unique & caring individual. I met him in 2006 when I moved to Covington. We became friends at The Pennies for Bread program at the St. Joseph Abbey.
Since that time He helped me in so many
ways. I will miss that friendly smile and positive attitude. May he Rest In Peace.
A grieving friend.
Thomas A. Babin
Dear Mary Ann & Lou,
I have such fond memories of your dad. He gave me my first job at Hebert's Drugstore. Just wanted you to know how much I liked and respected him. He was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Natalie Scott
Mr Bridges was the kindest man I ever knew. I will always remember him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Ann W Gauthier
My very 1st boss!!! I loved Mr. Bridges!!!! My Senior year in high school he was awarded "Boss of the Year", from a paper I wrote describing him! He truly loved helping people!! It was an honor to work for him. You will be missed by many. My heart goes out to Lou and MaryAnn. Your dad was so proud of you both. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this time.
