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Ralph Steven Chabaud, 76, of Baton Rouge, LA died August 6th, 2026, in Baton Rouge from complications related to Myasthenia Gravis.
He was born on February 13, 1950 to Marion “Max” Chabaud and Joyce Angelette in New Orleans, LA, and went to St. Aloysius High School, class of 1968.
A lifelong musician, Ralph was a talented drummer, marching for the LSU Tiger Band’s Drumline in 1969. He loved spreading the joy of music and connecting new and old friends.
After being drafted into the Army in 1970, he became a decorated Combat Veteran in the Vietnam War, serving as a Ballistic Meteorologist for the Artillery, promoted to General’s Aid, and then Instructor at Fort Sill, OK. His decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Ribbon, as well as a Sharpshooter Badge and Auto Rifle Bar.
Ralph received a BFA from both LSU and Ringling School of Art in Sarasota, FL. He worked as the Art Director at WBRZ TV, until he joined the IATSE Film Union- where he served a variety of creative roles in Art Departments of 54 various TV Shows and Movies, including “A Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” and “Steel
Magnolias.”
In between movie assignments, he produced many posters for classic cultural events such as the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and Crescent City Classic. His immense collection of personal works as an artist reflects a true appreciation for all varieties and cultures of art.
He married Martha Ann Littlefield on May 10, 1985 in Baton Rouge, and they had one child, Chase Chabaud.
Ralph is survived by his son Chase Chabaud, his grandson Carter Chabaud, sister Suzanne Chabaud, and his daughter-in-law Holly Schexnayder Chabaud. He is preceded by his parents, his brother Allan Chabaud, and his sister Charlotte Scallan.
There will be a celebration of life for Ralph held in New Orleans at Greenwood Funeral Home in September 2026 to honor his memory. The date is still to be determined and will be announced on his website,
www.RalphChabaud.com.
The family would ask that in lieu of cards or flowers, please donate in his honor to the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America at
Myasthenia.org, and to view his works online.