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

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Dionna Kirksey-Lamb

Dionna Kirksey-Lamb

Jan 10, 2020

KIRKSEY-LAMB, Dionna (nee Kirksey) January 1, 1958 – January 10, 2020 It is with great sadness that the family of Dionna Marie Kirksey-Lamb announces her passing. Born New Year’s Day January 1, 1958 in Washington D.C. and passed away in the early morning January 10, 2020 at Ochsner Health Center Westbank Intensive Care Unit, six months before her 30th wedding...

Joanne Larocca Leaumont

Joanne Larocca Leaumont

Jan 10, 2020

JoAnne LaRocca Leaumont – 81, passed away Friday, January 10th. She was born July 19, 1938 in New Orleans. She was a 1956 graduate of Dominican High School and attended LSU. She resided in Lexington, KY as a retired bookkeeper. Her passions were cooking, sewing and being with her family. She handmade her daughters’ wedding dresses and was fiercely proud...

Patrick Michael Bucher Jr.

Patrick Michael Bucher Jr.

Jan 9, 2020

Patrick Michael Bucher, Jr., passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at the age of 39. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Alexander A. Bucher, Sr., Joyce G. Bucher, and Gladys C. Schluter. He is the beloved son of Patrick M. Bucher, Sr. and Karen Schluter Bucher. He is the cherished brother of Amanda Bucher Betancourt (Carlos)....

Gloria Mariana Frazzella

Gloria Mariana Frazzella

Jan 9, 2020

Gloria Mariana Frazzella peacefully entered into eternal rest on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Frazzella, Sr. Daughter of the late Dominick Mariana and Clemence Treadway Mariana. Loving mother of Joseph Frazzella, Jr., Laurie F. Flores (Ernest) and the late Catherine F. Anweiller. Grandmother of Joseph Shano, Tammie Shano, Tommie Shano,...

Kathleen Vergona

Kathleen Vergona

Jan 8, 2020

Kathleen Vergona passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of Anthony H. Vergona for 58 years. Mother of Maria Perdue (Kevin) and the late Anthony J. Vergona. Daughter of the late Esther Barlotta Levy and Harry Levy. Sister of the late Sam Levy. Also survived by 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. She...

June Shirley Beth Olson

June Shirley Beth Olson

Jan 8, 2020

June Shirley Beth Olson, passed away at the age of 86, on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. She was born in Racine, WI on June 9, 1933 to the late Stella Shimun Beth and Harold C. Beth. June was previously married to Harold B. Olson, Jr. and was a loving mother to Thomas Jon Olson (wife Joyce)...

Faye Dartus Palazzo

Faye Dartus Palazzo

Jan 8, 2020

Faye Dartus Palazzo, 86, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 8th, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband Anthony “Doon” “Jr” Palazzo of 66 years. Devoted mother to the late Mark (Debbie #1), Keith (Debbie #2), Arthur (Janet), Heidi, grandmother to Jason Palazzo, Jennifer Roundtree (Jonathan), Angela Buckley, Sean Palazzo, Dominic Palazzo (Kayla), Anthony Palazzo,...

Eulogia "Chiqui" Lugo

Eulogia "Chiqui" Lugo

Jan 7, 2020

Eulogia “Chiqui” Lugo, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at the age of 81. She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Miguel A. Fria and Irene Lugo; and several of her siblings. She is the loving mother of Julia Santamaria (Elliot), Monica Polanco, Gustavo Lugo (Margot), and Julio Polanco (Jeovany). She is the...

W.R. Winchester

W.R. Winchester

Jan 7, 2020

W.R. Winchester, retired NOFD District Chief, passed away due to complications of COPD on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Lois Venus Winchester for 60 years. Father of Patricia Arnona (Frank). William R. Winchester (Kristin), and Lori Marshall (James). Son of the late Marjorie Cuquet and Ray Winchester. Brother of David, Bruce, and Stanley...

Captain Edward "Ed" Welch

Captain Edward "Ed" Welch

Jan 6, 2020

Captain Edward “Ed” Welch, loving husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend of many, passed away peacefully at his home after a heroic struggle with cancer on Monday, January 6, 2020, at the age of 69. Capt. Ed was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey on September 22, 1950. He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Thadeus and Grace...

Doyle Edward Spencer

Doyle Edward Spencer

Jan 5, 2020

Doyle Edward “Sil/ Mo” Spencer, passed away peacefully following a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, January 5, 2020, at the age of 69. He is preceded in death by his son, Stephen Spencer; his parents, Harold Spencer, Morris Barras, and Dorothy Cormier Barras; and his brother, Harold Spencer. He is the beloved husband of 49 years of Connie Michel...

Carlen Joseph Breaux Jr

Carlen Joseph Breaux Jr

Jan 5, 2020

Carlen Joseph Breaux Jr. passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Marie Breaux. Father of Christopher Breaux, Stephen Joseph Breaux (Melinda), and Tracey Breaux Hargis (Joe). Step father of Huey Jack Brown Jr. (Tina), Sheila Abreo (the late Norman) and Pamela Melancon (Troy). Son of the late Oneillia and Carlen Breaux Sr....

Paul F. Ponthieux

Paul F. Ponthieux

Jan 4, 2020

Paul F. Ponthieux, 87, of Terrytown, Louisiana passed away peacefully on Saturday January 4, 2020 in his home. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Rose Simoneaux Ponthieux; his children Mary Ann Fontenot (Scott), David Ponthieux (Stephanie), William Ponthieux (Nikkie), Pamela Ponthieux (Erik); 4 grandchildren, Aidan Ponthieux, Crystal Fontenot Koppe (Mark), Joseph Fontenot (Alicia), Taylor David and 5...

Joseph Nicholas Manale Jr.

Joseph Nicholas Manale Jr.

Jan 4, 2020

Joseph Nicholas Manale, Jr. passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 4, 2020. Beloved husband of 22 years and best friend forever of Patricia Leonard. Beloved son of the late Floris Susslin Manale and Joseph N. Manale, Sr. Brother of Janice M. Buhler (Butch). Stepfather of Nicole H. Fricke (Carl). Step-grandfather of Jade Tudela. Uncle of Sonny...

Thomas Joseph "Tommy" Leblanc Sr.

Thomas Joseph "Tommy" Leblanc Sr.

Jan 4, 2020

Thomas Joseph “Tommy” LeBlanc, Sr., passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at the age of 67. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elsner and Marie LeBlanc; and his brother, L.W. “Dinky” Webster. He is the beloved husband of 47 years of Cathy Nicolosi LeBlanc. He is the loving father of Cindy Mattice (Matt), and Tommy LeBlanc, Jr....

Stella Freeman Mclamore

Stella Freeman Mclamore

Jan 3, 2020

Stella Freeman McLamore peacefully entered into eternal rest on Friday, January 3, 2020 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Joseph W. Freeman by first marriage and the late Glyn W. McLamore by second marriage. Daughter of the late Norfier Calcagno and Irene Mary Ford Calcagno. Loving mother of Michael Freeman (Angela), Cynthia Gauthreaux (Gabriel), Jeanette Harris...

Ann Madere Sellers

Ann Madere Sellers

Jan 3, 2020

Ann Madere Sellers passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of Julius Bernard Sellers Jr. for 63 years. Mother of Sarah Ann Gomez (Wayne), Timothy Edward Sellers and Philip Andrew Sellers (Patty). Daughter of the late Clara and Preston Madere. Sister of Clara Fay Madere, Jan Madere, Earl Madere, Leon Preston Madere, and...

Doris Guillot Collet

Doris Guillot Collet

Jan 3, 2020

Doris Guillot Collet passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020 at the age of 91. She was born in Gretna, LA and raised in Thibodaux, LA. Beloved wife of the late Vernon F. Collet, Sr. Mother of Vernon F. “Sonny” Collet, Jr. (Joan), Glenna Boudreaux (the late Nick), Judy Collet and the late Lisa Collet Abadie and Larry J. Collet....

Jerry Wayne Broome, Sr.

Jerry Wayne Broome, Sr.

Jan 2, 2020

Jerry Wayne Broome, Sr. passed away peacefully after a hard-fought battle with cancer on January 2, 2020 at the age of 65. Beloved husband of Janis Guccione-Cheramie Broome for 43 years. Proud father of Jerry W. Broome, Jr. (Krystal) and James R. Broome (Jessica). Devoted Papa of Jacob A. Broome, Joshua J. Broome, Jonathan R. Broome, and another expected grandchild....

Michael David Barnhart

Michael David Barnhart

Jan 2, 2020

Michael David Barnhart passed away on January 2, 2020 at the age of 67. He was born in New Orleans on July 26, 1952. Preceded in death by his parents Charles J. Gordon, Jr and Dolores Barnhart Gordon. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Karen Lucas Barnhart and their children, Kristen M. Becnel (Steve) and Joshua...