GONZALES - A man was arrested for second-degree murder after he allegedly shot and killed his wife. 

The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said Sean Morris, 50, was arrested Wednesday after a shooting on Garcon Road in Gonzales. When deputies arrived they found Morris' wife, 44-year-old Brenda Morris, dead from a gunshot wound.

Morris reportedly shot Brenda during an altercation. 

He was arrested and booked for second-degree murder, illegal use of weapons, and eight counts of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. 

Brenda Morris worked at the local Lamendola's Supermarket for over 13 years. She served as the head cook for the store's deli. 

"She wasn't just a colleague," the store's staff said in a Facebook post Thursday morning. "She was family. Her laughter and love filled our store, creating a sense of community and joy that will be irreplaceably missed."

People who worked with Brenda at the supermarket said they will continue to honor her legacy, and remember her joyful spirit.

“I don’t think you would ever know if Brenda was having a bad day in her life because she was going to make sure you had the best day," said owner Daphne Lamendola.

The Lamendola's Supermarket said they are in the works of planning something in memory of Brenda.