Herbert W. Hey

Herbert “Bert” W. Hey passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of 35 years to the late Clare Giblin Hey. Born in Hyde, England to the late John and Emma Hey. Dad of Roland T. Melancon, Jr. (Elaine) and Mary Ann Melancon Singleton (George Plakotos). Grandfather of Michael Melancon (Claudia), Holly Melancon and Jason Singleton (Megan). Great-grandfather of Mickey, Cecelia, Paiton and Noelle. Sister of the late Vesta Elizabeth Kreman. Also survived by nieces, Shirley Stoneburg and Elizabeth Davies and great-niece Kali Phiannon Derra and pet dogs, Charlie, Gyp, Boo Julie, Lady, Tippy and Jazz. He was a resident of Marrero, a member of Mt. Moriah Lodge No. 59 F& AM, a member of Quitman Lodge No. 76 F & AM were he served as Worshipful Master in 1992 and Secretary from 1993 to 1995, Marrero Lions Club, Harvey Moose Lodge and the American Society of Civil Engineers. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Graveside Service at Westlawn Memorial Park, 1225 Whitney Avenue in Gretna on Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 1 PM. MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, in charge of arrangements. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com.