Tanya Guidry Durand

Tanya Guidry Durand was called home to Our Lord on Friday, July 10, 2015 at the age of 62 years. She was greeted in heaven by her father, Maxwell Jerome Guidry, mother, Mary Joyce Manuel Guidry, and brother, Francis Gene Guidry. She leaves behind her loving husband of 42 years, David Lea Durand, and her sisters Carol Guidry Veillon (Charles, deceased) and Maureen Guidry Buller (Joey). Tanya is survived by her son, Francis Gene Durand (Kristin) and daughter, Lauren Durand Rogers. She was grandmother to her treasured grandchildren Kailyn Rose, Jarel James, and Camille Grace. She was also Aunt to several nieces and nephews in New Orleans, Lafayette, and Mississippi. Tanya was a beloved teacher who taught at Immaculate Conception School in Marrero for 29 years. She was happiest when cheering on the LSU Tigers and Atlanta Braves, visiting Walt Disney World theme park, and spending time with her family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at Immaculate Conception Church, 4401 7th St Marrero, LA 70072 on Thursday, July 16, 2015 starting at 10:00 AM, followed by a Mass at 1:00 PM. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.mothefunerals.com .