Jan Molaison Wilson

Jan Molaison Wilson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Jan was 73 years old. Beloved wife of the late Robert J. (Bob) Wilson, Jr. Mother of Tiffany Wilson Heath and stepmother of Neal R. Wilson and Stephen M. Wilson. Grandmother of Nathan Wilson, Carson Heath and Mason Heath. Daughter of the late Beatrice Massey Molaison and the late Gillis Adam Molaison.  Sister of Donna Lynn Barre (Vernon), Judy Lee Horn (Will) and Darby Jean LeCompte (Al). She was also blessed with several wonderful nieces and nephews.  Jan grew up in Gretna, LA and was a resident of Terrytown, LA. Jan was a special lady whose heart touched everyone she met. Jan was an energetic business woman and loved the wedding industry. She owned Crystal Bridal Salon in Metairie for many years until she decided to move out of retail and to get into the wedding reception business. Jan was the owner of New Orleans Ladies Ballroom in Gretna, LA and built it into a sought-after venue for weddings and parties. Jan especially loved Mardi Gras and was a member of several krewes throughout her life. Jan was Queen Guinevere of the Krewe of King Arthur in 2005 and Queen of Krewe of Adonis in 2010. She enjoyed hosting events for several of our local krewes at the ballroom. Jan’s kindness and love was felt by everyone she interacted with. She will be deeply missed by so many.  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 Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 1:30 pm. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be held from 11:30 AM until mass time. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.mothefunerals.com.