Brother Amedy Esquibel, F.S.C.

Brother Amedy (Ramon) Esquibel, F.S.C. passed away on December 22, 2012 at the age of 86 years. Brother Amedy is a member of the De La Salle Christian Brothers, New Orleans – Santa Fe District. He recently celebrated 67 years of religious life and 50 of those at Christian Brothers School. He served as a teacher, spiritual leader and friend for many young men throughout his years of service and will be sadly missed by all.

He is the son of the late Hipolito and Eloisa Esquibel. He was born and raised at the family ranch in Las Nutrias, New Mexico, where he enjoyed returning to visit whenever he had the chance. In addition to his parents, he is also predeceased by his sisters: Rosaura, Josefina and Margarita Esquibel; brothers: Gilbert (wife Emma), Paul, John (wife Sarah) and Herky Esquibel; brother-in-law Ernie Vigil; and close cousin Brother George Esquibel.

Brother Amedy is survived by his sisters: Loysie Lobato (husband, Raymond), Josina Vigil, Rose Esquibel, and Mindie Baca (husband Lou); brother: Tony Esquibel (wife Cathy); and sister-in-law Maclovia Esquibel. He is also survived by his fellow Brothers in residence, Brother Laurence Konersmann, F.S.C., Brother John Mai, F.S.C. and Brother John Larose, F.S.C., as well as many nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held in the Christian Brothers School Cultural Center, #8 Friederichs Avenue in New Orleans on Saturday, January 5, 2013 from 11 AM until 12 Noon. A Memorial Mass will follow. Donations in his memory may be made to Christian Brothers School, #8 Friederichs Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70124 or call 504.486.6770.

Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com .