Obituaries

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

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Carolyn J. Valence

Carolyn J. Valence

Apr 2, 2016

Carolyn J. Valence, age 71, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Carolyn is survived by her husband of 26 years, Gary J. Valence; son, Grant Clark Jr.; daughter-in-law, Kathy Clark; step-daughters, Tara Ann Valence and Natalie Marie Nocito; granddaughter, Brittany W. Ladner (Justin); grandson, Dustin Clark; sisters, Patty Matherne, Barbara Schillace along with nieces,...

Chadwick Paul Martin, Sr.

Chadwick Paul Martin, Sr.

Apr 2, 2016

Chadwick Paul Martin, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 2, 2016. He was 38 years old. Chadwick was the son of the late Craig and Deborah Martin and brother of Craig, Dustin, Ericka (China), Mathew (Lauren) and Elizabeth. He is survived by his four children Chadwick Jr., Maegan, Lane, and Alaina and his beautiful grandson Chadwick III. He...

Lamar "Pete" Shaw

Lamar "Pete" Shaw

Apr 1, 2016

Lamar “Pete” Shaw of New Orleans, LA passed away on April 1, 2016 at the age of 95 years. Father of Nancy Shaw of Baton Rouge, LA and Jerry Shaw of New Orleans, LA. He was born on June 10, 1920 in Brundidge, AL, resided in New Orleans, LA and is preceded in death by his wife of 66 years,...

Jo Ann Shields Glancey

Jo Ann Shields Glancey

Apr 1, 2016

Jo Ann Shields Glancey passed away on April 1, 2016 at the age of 63 years. Beloved wife of James E. Glancey III. Mother of Danielle Glancey Guffee, Tara Marie Glancey and James E. Glancey IV. Grandmother of Shane, Emily and Noah. Sister of Hope Noto, Dawn Tripp (Eddie), Sean Shields and Kelly Shields. Daughter of John Shields and the...

Thomas Joseph Jenniskens, Ii

Thomas Joseph Jenniskens, Ii

Mar 31, 2016

Thomas Joseph Jenniskens, II, a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA died Thursday, March 31, 2016 at the age of 25. Beloved son of Cami Clements Jenniskens and Thomas Joseph Jenniskens. Loving father of Ava Noel Jenniskens and Best Friend of Alanna Noel Benoit. Loving Brother of Lindsey J. Oncale (John). Grandson of John Charles Jenniskens,...

Cindy Morales Ribaul

Cindy Morales Ribaul

Mar 31, 2016

Cindy Morales Ribaul, age 53, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2016 at home in Richmond, Texas surrounded by her family. Cindy is survived by her husband of 26 years, Timothy J. Ribaul; son Alexander E. Shilling; daughter-in-law Brittany A. Shilling; granddaughter Avery J. Shilling; parents Roger G. Morales and Diane M. Morales; brother Timothy E. Morales and sister-in-law Donna...

Davis Joseph "Pap" Hymel

Davis Joseph "Pap" Hymel

Mar 31, 2016

Mr. Davis Joseph “Pap” Hymel lost his courageous battle with pancreatic cancer on March 31, 2016 at 8:27PM at the age of 67. A resident of Hahnville, LA where he is survived by his beloved wife of over 43 years, Cynthia Ockman Hymel. Beloved father of Ryan Hymel (Sheree) of Marrero, LA and Jared Hymel (Heidi) of Livingston, LA. Loving...

Harold J. Rabalais

Harold J. Rabalais

Mar 31, 2016

Harold J. Rabalais passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2016 at the age of 91 years. Beloved husband of Nola LaChute Rabalais by second marriage and of the late Theresa Rabalais by first marriage. Father of Robert J. Rabalais (Allison), Sandra Hawkins (Harry "Boo"), and Patricia Rabalais Jeanfreau (Lucien "Lou"). Son of the late Arnold and Bertha Rabalais. Brother of...

Michael F. Scott

Michael F. Scott

Mar 30, 2016

Michael F. Scott, age 69 entered into eternal life on Wednesday, March 30, 2016. He was surrounded by his family and close friends. He was a resident of Harvey for the past 47 years. Mike worked in the oilfield and retired from Jefferson Parish Recreation Department. Mike’s involvement in youth sports at Harvey Playground brought many championships and accolades, but...

Brittany Ennis Escobar

Brittany Ennis Escobar

Mar 30, 2016

Brittany Ennis Escobar, a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA, passed away on March 30, 2016 at the age of 26. Beloved wife of Jaime Alberto "Tico" Escobar and loving mother of Aurora Bessie Escobar. Treasured daughter of Lisa Dillehay (Jerry Jarrell) and Alexander Ennis. Adored sister of Amanda Ennis (Shawn Kael). Aunt of Jude Simoneaux and Stella Kael. Devoted...

Yvonne Malone

Yvonne Malone

Mar 29, 2016

Yvonne Malone, age 63 entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 29, 2016. She became very fond of this short Bible Verse from John 14:13-14: And I will do whatever you ask for in my name so that the Father's glory Will be shown through the Son. If you ask me for anything in my name I will do it....

Beverly Hymes Gunther

Beverly Hymes Gunther

Mar 29, 2016

Beverly Hymes Gunther passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at the age of 88 years. Beloved wife of Earl "E.J." Gunther for 47 years. Beloved daughter of the late Miriam and George Hymes. Beloved sister of the late Garland Hymes. Sister in law of Joan Hooks (Lamar) and the late Myra Berthiaume. Also survived by 2 cousins, Mrs. Maxine...

Emile E. Arseneaux

Emile E. Arseneaux

Mar 29, 2016

Emile E. Arseneaux passed away on March 29, 2016 at the age of 77 years. Beloved husband for 51 years to Bette-Jo Bloodgood Arseneaux. Father of Donny G. Arseneaux Sr. (Tammy) and Julie Arseneaux Cook (Brian). Grandfather of Donny Arseneaux Jr., Samantha, Jesse and Weston Cook. Brother of Adele A. Caruso (the late Salvatore), Jean A. Gary and the late...

Mavis Daigle Lusher

Mavis Daigle Lusher

Mar 29, 2016

Mavis Claire Daigle Lusher passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2016. Beloved wife of the late John R. Lusher, Jr. Mother of Joel Lusher McCall (Mike), Keith M. Lusher, Sr. (Kathy), Scott G. Lusher (Dian), and Guy R. Lusher (Ellie). Grandmother of Keith Lusher, Jr. (Geralyn), Jared Lusher, Kelly McCall Brian (Billy), Lindsay McCall, Angela Lusher Pearson (Ken), Chris Lusher (Whitney),...

Lorraine Martinez Leblanc

Lorraine Martinez Leblanc

Mar 29, 2016

Lorraine Martinez LeBlanc was called home to Heaven on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, to join her beloved husband, Dudley Joseph LeBlanc and her son, Danny Joseph LeBlanc. Her son, Stephen Joseph LeBlanc, and her daughter-in-law, Shay McDonald LeBlanc, shared the hurdles Lorraine endured throughout her journey with Alzheimer’s Disease, but she won that battle with her sweet, loving and indomitable...

Robert L. Goens

Robert L. Goens

Mar 28, 2016

Robert L. Goens, Sr. passed away on March 28, 2016. Beloved husband of Patricia Fox Goens for 61 years. Son of the late James C. Goens, Sr. and Mary Taravella Goens. Father of Elizabeth G. Bourgeois (David), Robert Goens, Jr. (Ellen), David Goens (Tamie), Catherine G. Gerrets (Damon), Susan G. Fortier (John), and Stephen Goens (Nancy). Grandfather of Benjamin, Daniel...

Menette Cowen Lilly

Menette Cowen Lilly

Mar 28, 2016

Menette Cowen Lilly, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 28, surrounded by her devoted family. Born in Ponchatoula, Louisiana in 1920, she spent her 95 years on earth lovingly caring for her family and friends and remained alert and feisty to the end of her long life. A dedicated homemaker, Menette will be remembered for her festive holiday decorations and...

Randy R. Hinchey

Randy R. Hinchey

Mar 28, 2016

Randy R. Hinchey passed away on March 28, 2016 at the age of 61 years. Beloved husband of Judith “Judy” Taravella Hinchey. Father of Rachel Hinchey (Josh Baudoin). Grandfather of Lily Treece. Brother of Clayton Hinchey Jr. (Marie), Ronald Hinchey (Janet) and James Hinchey (Gloria). Son of the late Florence Rodriguez Hinchey and Clayton “Red” Hinchey Sr. Also survived by...

Wilfred Joseph Olinde, Jr.

Wilfred Joseph Olinde, Jr.

Mar 28, 2016

Wilfred Joseph Olinde, Jr. passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016 at the age of 71 years. Beloved husband of Debra F. Olinde for 47 years of total love, and devotion; soul mates for eternity. Father of Sherry Olinde Coulon (Archie, Jr.) and Natalie Olinde Parfait (Wade, Sr.). Son of the late Elizabeth Langlois Taylor and Wilfred Joseph Olinde, Sr....

Spencer Duhe Noel

Spencer Duhe Noel

Mar 27, 2016

Spencer Duhe Noel passed away on March 27, 2016 at the age of 72 years. Beloved husband of Phyllis “Penny” Richarme Noel. Father of BrandiLynn N. Schmitt, Brigette N. Murphy and Brent G. Noel. Father-in-law of Warren Schmitt and Jeremy Murphy. Poppe to Peryn and Blake Schmitt, Sadie, Bailey and Rylee Murphy. Son of the late Claire Duhe Noel and...