The Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana has adopted a resolution expressing heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Charles Vincent Baglio Jr., affectionately known as Coach Bags, following his passing on October 18, 2024. The resolution honors his life and legacy as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, coach, and community leader. Coach Bags, born on July 14, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana, had a distinguished career in sports and education, notably serving as head coach at Independence High School for 22 years and contributing to the LSU football program for two decades. His achievements include leading his high school team to nine district titles and being part of three national championship teams at LSU.
The resolution highlights Coach Bags' commitment to his family and community, reflecting his values of faith, dedication, and service. He is remembered for his charismatic personality and the profound impact he had on the lives of many throughout his over fifty-year career. Coach Bags is survived by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and siblings, and he is now reunited with his late wife, Margaret Ann Micele Baglio. The Senate resolution not only conveys condolences but also ensures that his legacy will be recorded for posterity, with a copy of the resolution to be transmitted to his family.