1954
David
2016
David Marion Schexnayder, Sr.
October 18, 1954 — February 28, 2016
David M. Schexnayder, Sr., a resident of Belle Chasse and Gretna, LA, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 28, 2016 at the age of 61. He is survived by his children Heather Leah Schexnayder, David Marion Schexnayder, Jr., and Jacob Daniel Schexnayder. Beloved grandfather of Leah Hindman and Amberly Atkins. Friend and companion of Esta Fisher and his beloved dog Roxy. Beloved brother of Jane Soslow (Neil), Lynn Demeure (Anthony), Lucien B. Schexnayder (Lila), Mary Kass (Greg), and Maria Roussel (Greg), and brother-in-law of Rhonda Lucus Schexnayder. Uncle of Annie Kreisman Pirrone (Rigel), Christi Schexnayder Bucci (Mark), Rachel Kass, Gregory Kass, Kristen Kass, George (Geordy) Schexnayder Jr., Lucas Schexnayder, Robert Schexnayder, Gabrielle Roussel, Garrett Roussel and Gavin Roussel. Great-uncle of Matthew Bucci, Katelyn Bucci, Anthony Bucci and Isabella Bucci. Preceded in death by his father Leonard J. Schexnayder, Sr. and brothers Leonard J. Schexnayder, Jr. and George V. Schexnayder, Sr.
David was a graduate of Archbishop Shaw High School, Class of 1972. He was a craftsman by trade with lifelong best friend, William Gegenheimer with Renovations Plus. David’s heart beat to the drum of his children as they danced together with dreams of amazing experiences. David will be remembered for his unselfish ways, kindness to others, and a simple way of living.
In 2009, he became politically active and a charter member of the Greater New Orleans Tea Party. David returned to his faith and became active in a weekly rosary group. Relatives and Friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, March 4, 2016 at 11am. Visitation will be held on Friday morning from 9am until 11am. Interment will follow at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com . Memorial contributions may be made to paypal.me/DavidSchexnayderSr
David was a graduate of Archbishop Shaw High School, Class of 1972. He was a craftsman by trade with lifelong best friend, William Gegenheimer with Renovations Plus. David’s heart beat to the drum of his children as they danced together with dreams of amazing experiences. David will be remembered for his unselfish ways, kindness to others, and a simple way of living.
In 2009, he became politically active and a charter member of the Greater New Orleans Tea Party. David returned to his faith and became active in a weekly rosary group. Relatives and Friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, March 4, 2016 at 11am. Visitation will be held on Friday morning from 9am until 11am. Interment will follow at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com . Memorial contributions may be made to paypal.me/DavidSchexnayderSr
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Friday, March 4, 2016
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