Edith Irmgard Bitzer Mcgarry

Edith Irmgard Bitzer McGarry, age 88, completed her faith journey on Christmas morning 2017 surrounded by family. She was born in New York and raised in Johnson City, Tennessee. She was a 1950 graduate of Randolph Macon Women’s College in Lynchburg, VA. She lived the past 60 years in Algiers and was an active member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday School for many years. She enjoyed scouting and was a Girl Scout troop leader who positively shaped the lives of many young girls. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward John McGarry, Sr, her parents, Medon and Helga (Brackebusch) Bitzer and three brothers Medon (Budi), Conrad, and Carl (Biffy).She is survived by five children, two sons: Edward John McGarry, Jr and wife Kay; and Conrad Joseph McGarry and wife Dawn; and three daughters: Sandra McGarry Conrad and husband Eddie; Ann McGarry Dinges; and Jane McGarry Ladmirault and husband Carl. She leaves behind 15 grandchildren, 8 “Greats” and one “Great” due on her birthday in January 2018. She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends who will forever hold special memories deep in their hearts. Special thank you to our family and friends who supported her, and us, through prayer and visits these past 6 months. In particular, thank you to Georgina Davis and Verlisa “Vee” Martin who once again answered the call to be by her side. She was loved and admired by everyone who met her and will be greatly missed by all. She was a loving, giving, selfless soul, who gave graciously and often ended prayer with “Let us always be mindful of the needs of others”. We miss you dearly Mom, Gran, Great-Gran, Aunt Edie, cousin and friend. “May the Lord Bless you and keep you. May His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. May He look upon you with favor and give you His peace.” – Numbers 6:24-26. Rest in His Eternal Peace until we are together again. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Visitation beginning at 10:00am Saturday, December 30, 2017 at St Stephens Lutheran Church, 6336 Berkley Drive followed by service at 11:00am. Interment McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St Stephens Lutheran Church, St Jude, or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements by Mothe Funeral Home, 1300 Vallette Street, Algiers. For further funeral information or directions, please call Mothe Funeral Home at 504-366-4343. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com .