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Local Obituaries in New Orleans, Harvey & Marrero, LA.

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Alma Esperanza Galeano Hurlston

Alma Esperanza Galeano Hurlston

Jun 18, 2020

Alma Esperanza (Lulu) Galeano-Hurlston, age 56 of Marrero, Louisiana entered rest June 18th, 2020 at her home filled with the love and support of her family. She battled cancer for many years, but complications of brain cancer were more than her body could handle. She was born on January 7th, 1964 to Aparicio Galeano and Triva Ebanks in Savannah Bight,...

Carmen Koenig Kass

Carmen Koenig Kass

Jun 18, 2020

Carmen Koenig Kass, native of Gretna, La, resident of Marrero for 60 years,passed away on Thursday June 18, 2020 at the age of 69. Beloved wife of John L. Kass for 48 years. Loving and devoted Mother of Frenise A. Kass and Melanie E. Kass. She was a loving Sister of Ignatius Koenig III. Daughter of the late Ignatius Koenig...

Davy Peter Lanzl

Davy Peter Lanzl

Jun 18, 2020

Davy Peter Lanzl passed away on June 18, 2020. Beloved son of the late Lawrence P. Lanzl and Shirley Olivier Lanzl. Brother of Timothy Lanzl, Joan L. Gilley (Larry), and the late Michael Lanzl. Uncle of Shirley Gilley, Daniel Gilley, and Bethany Gilley. Age 64 years, a native of New Orleans, and resident of Gretna, LA. Interment was private. Mothe...

Charles A. "Chuckie" Carter

Charles A. "Chuckie" Carter

Jun 18, 2020

Charles A. “Chuckie” Carter peacefully entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at the age of 53. Beloved son of the late Louis Leroy Carter, Sr. and Thelma C. Lawson Carter. Beloved brother of Louis L. Carter, Jr. (Shannon) and Louis Wayne Carter. Uncle of Lacy E. McDonald (Michael) and the late Louis Carter, III. Great Uncle of...

George A. Norwood

George A. Norwood

Jun 18, 2020

George A. Norwood passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of the late Cecilia Norwood. Father of Sheri Campbell (Brian) and Mark Allen Norwood. Son of the late Josephine Gray and Marvin Norwood. Brother of Judy Hawkins. Grandfather of Aimee Bounds and Robbie Bounds. Great grandfather of Peightyn Bounds and Delilah Kinsey. Best...

Donna Loraso Protti

Donna Loraso Protti

Jun 17, 2020

Donna Loraso Protti, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at the age of 60. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Protti, Sr.; and her parents, Victor Roy Loraso, Sr. and Augustine Josephine Musso. She is the beloved mother of Ronald Protti, Jr. (Camila), and Joshua Protti. She is the devoted grandmother of...

Ramona Cognevich Despaux

Ramona Cognevich Despaux

Jun 17, 2020

Ramona Theresa Cognevich Despaux passed away peacefully on June 17, 2020 at the age of 91. She was born on February 1, 1929 in Algiers, LA, graduated from Behrman High School and was a lifelong resident of Nairn, LA. Survivors include her children, Danna Capps, Jill Mahe’, Kerry Despaux and Barry Despaux along with 4 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She...

Ernest "Buck" Plaisance Sr

Ernest "Buck" Plaisance Sr

Jun 16, 2020

Ernest “Buck” Plaisance Sr. passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of Annabelle Saucier Plaisance for 74 years. Father of Ernest “E.J.” Plaisance, Jr. (Carolyn), Donna Plaisance Martin (Billy), and Barry Paul Plaisance (Sheila). Son of the late Louise Camardelle Plaisance and Charles S. Plaisance. Brother of the late Leona Plaisance and Eunice...

Murphy Jo Duhe

Murphy Jo Duhe

Jun 16, 2020

Murphy “Jo” Duhe, went to be with our Heavenly Father peacefully in her home on June 16, 2020 at the age of 79. She is survived by her husband Manuel Duhe, 3 daughters; Michelle Powell, Melissa Monroe, & Vanessa Gieseler and their spouses, 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Jo’s devotion to her faith was inspiring and undeniable. When she...

Robin Cecile Guillot

Robin Cecile Guillot

Jun 15, 2020

Robin Cecile Guillot, passed away peacefully at the age of 56 on Monday June 15, 2020, at her home in Terrytown Louisiana, after a long battle with Cancer. Robin was born on July 2, 1963 to Madeline Pellegrin Guillot and the late Johnny Guillot Sr. and a lifelong resident of Terrytown. She also lived in Hammond and Jefferson LA for...

Dorothy "Dot" Orgeron Trosclair

Dorothy "Dot" Orgeron Trosclair

Jun 15, 2020

Dorothy “Dot” Orgeron Trosclair peacefully entered into eternal rest on Monday, June 15, 2020 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Hayes J. Trosclair. Daughter of the late Edmond Orgeron, Sr. and Ada LeBlanc Orgeron. Loving mother of Craig J. Trosclair (Lisa) and the late Ellen R. Trosclair. Beloved grandmother of Wade and Aimee Trosclair. Sister of...

Hilda C. Smith

Hilda C. Smith

Jun 15, 2020

Mrs. Hilda C. Smith, daughter of late Ezkiel Coles (father) and Juanita Coles (mother) was born on 09/08/1927 in Slab Fork, West Virginia. In 1947 Hilda married the love of her life late James B. Smith. Their union was blessed with four children. Hilda was preceded in death by her son James B. Smith (June) and her daughter Joyce Smith...

Almeta "Mena" Silva

Almeta "Mena" Silva

Jun 14, 2020

With sadden hearts we announce the death of our mother, Almeta (Mena) Silva on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at Passages Hospice. She is survived by her children, Sean, Jacques (Julie), Suzette and Stacy (Richard); her beloved 11 grandchildren; and 1 great granddaughter. She is also survived by 2 sisters, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends....

Lovie Mcpherson Smith

Lovie Mcpherson Smith

Jun 14, 2020

Lovie (Nig) Lawanda McPherson Smith longtime resident of Belle Chasse, LA entered into eternal rest on Sunday June 14, 2020. She was born on March 4, 1940 in Winnfield, LA to the late James A. McPherson and Dovie Smith McPherson. Lovie was the beloved wife of 53 years to the late Wilborn “Mann” Smith. She was a loving mother to...

Myron Joseph Berthelot

Myron Joseph Berthelot

Jun 12, 2020

Myron Joseph Berthelot, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, June 12, 2020, at the age of 66. He is preceded in death by his father, Clement E. Berthelot. He is the loving father of Angie Berthelot McDonald (Samuel “Tood”), and Greg Berthelot. He is the devoted grandfather of Kristen Helmer, Brooke Helmer, Taylor Carmadelle, and Jade Berthelot. He...

Steven Michael Plaisance

Steven Michael Plaisance

Jun 12, 2020

Steven Michael Plaisance passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020. He was 30 years old. Steven was born in New Orleans and lived in Luling for most of his life. Steven lived in Thibodaux and Jacksonville, Florida where he made many friends. He graduated from Hahnville High School and Nicholls State University with a degree in Marketing. Steven worked for...

Wilson Avery O'Quin Iii

Wilson Avery O'Quin Iii

Jun 12, 2020

Wilson Avery O’Quin, III passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020. Beloved husband of Cathy Clement O’Quin for 45 years. Father of Jonathan O’Quin (Michelle), Matthew O’Quin (Melissa), and Josh O’Quin. Grandfather of Skylar O’Quin, Tyler O’Quin, Macie O’Quin, Hanna O’Quin, Leah O’Quin, and step-grandfather of Devon Webb and Delilah Judeh. Son of Wilson O’Quin, Jr. and Bertie Lee Greer...

Clyde Craig Mccomas, Sr.

Clyde Craig Mccomas, Sr.

Jun 11, 2020

Clyde Craig McComas, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at the age of 68. Husband of Patricia Thebault-McComas for 47 years. Son of the late Joyce Riley-McComas. Father of Jamie McComas-Guidry (Averion), Kimberly McComas and Clyde Craig McComas, Jr. Grandfather of Jacelynn Guidry. Clyde was a...

Earl Louis Pich

Earl Louis Pich

Jun 10, 2020

Earl Louis Pichoff, Jr., 93, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 with his family by his side. He is the son of the late Earl Louis Pichoff, Sr. and Blanche Blanchard Pichoff. Brother of Isabelle Caffarel and the late Ronald Pichoff. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years, Mary Lee Ponthier Pichoff. Loving Dad...

Robert Joseph "Big Rob" King

Robert Joseph "Big Rob" King

Jun 9, 2020

It is with deep sorrow, we announce that Robert Joseph King (Big Rob) unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 in the comfort of his home. He was our most beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew and cousin. Robert will be greatly missed by all, but his memory will live on through those that loved him. He is survived by...