Z. Richard Conerly's Obituary
Z. Richard “Rock” Conerly passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2008. He was born July 24, 1934 in Tylertown, MS to the late Willie D. and Linnie Causey Conerly and has been a resident of Madisonville for over 40 years.
The beloved husband of Learmia Listach Conerly, he is survived by one son, Shaun R. Conerly (Kimberly); his daughter, Linnette Conerly Goodly (Pete); four grandchildren, Haley and Lauren Conerly, Ian and Christian Goodly and one sister, Evelyn C. Frelix. He was preceded in death by his brother, Willie Causey (Janice).
Richard completed Central Memorial High School in Bogalusa in 1955. Therafter, he pursued his undergraduate studies at Grambling State University, graduating in 1962 with a degree in Physical Education. While at Grambling his extracurricular activities included drama, choir and playing football for the late Coach Eddie Robinson.
On June 25, 1965, he married the love of his life, Learmia Listach.
In 1973, Richard received his Master's Degree in Education from Southeastern Louisiana University. Finally, he completed an additional 30 credit hours to become certified in Physical Education, Special Education with emphasis on Mental Retardation, Drivers Education, Traffic Safety, Supervisor of Student Teaching and Principalship.
Mr. Conerley's teaching career began at Mayfield High School in Homer, LA, followed by positions at Covington Rosenwald School, Pine View High, Covington Junior High and finally in 1978, Covington High School, were he taught and coached football and track until his retirement.
Following retirement from teaching, he was a personal trainer at Franco's Athletic Club for over 10 years. He dedicated many years of service to the Special Olympics and was a member of the choir, usher and faithful parishioner at St. Anselm Catholic Church in Madisonville.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral mass on Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 12:00 Noon from St. Anselm Catholic Church, 307 St. Mary Street, Madisonville, LA 70437.
At the church, visiting hours will begin at 10:00 AM.
Interment will follow mass at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens in Covington.
In lieu of flowers, the donations may be made to St. Anselm Church Building Fund or
Special Olympics, (800) 700-8585 or www.specialolympics.org.
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