Herman John Coste, Sr.

Herman John Coste, Sr. entered eternal life with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana, at the age of 85. Born on April 2, 1939, Herman was predeceased by his beloved wife Carmen Perez Coste. Mr. Coste is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Coste Braquet (Ray), son, Herman Coste, Jr. (Christine), granddaughter, Gabrielle Marie Coste, sister, Norma Grandpre (Gerald) and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Coste was a life-long resident of New Orleans. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Ulyess J. Coste, Sr. and Victoria LeBeaud Coste, siblings Ulyess Joseph Coste, Jr., Theresa Cocrane (Marshall), Mary Ann Anderson (Andrew), Lorraine Guillaume (Warmouth), Bernadine Fulton (Henry), and Marcella Girard (Lloyd). Herman was a graduate of Saint Augustine High School and served in the United States Army for four years. He made a living and provided for his family as a skilled brick mason. He enjoyed entertaining whether it was Sunday dinners, Mardi Gras parades, and major or minor holidays. And he ‘irritated’ his wife by ending every family gathering by singing, “rise sons of the gold and purple”, St. Augustine High School’s alma mater. He enjoyed an occasional “debate” centered around politics or sports and we all knew his opinions were always correct.

Family and friends are invited to a memorial service and interment on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, 34888 Grantham College Drive, Slidell, Louisiana at 1:30PM. Please join us for a repast following the interment at Drago’s Restaurant 3232 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, Louisiana. Please note this is a no host event, each guest will pay for their own meal. If you plan to go to Drago’s, please RSVP via text:

Stephanie Braquet (336) 782-2088 or Herman Coste, Jr (504) 618-6147

 The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses, and all members of Mr. Coste’s care team at the VA Hospital, especially Dr. Lee. And all who sent messages of condolences and prayers. 

MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family during this difficult time.  The family encourages you to share memories, thoughts and offer condolences online at www.mothefunerals.com