Ira Tennyson "Skip" Dell, Iii

Ira Tennyson “Skip” Dell, III, beloved by family and friends, departed this life peacefully at home on December 29th, aged 74. A New Orleans native, Skip attended John McDonogh High School and graduated from broadcasting school. A true Renaissance man, Skip had many vocations and passions in his lifetime: 70s rock and roll promoter, jeweler, music producer, world traveler, disc jockey, Krewe of Thoth reveler, mixologist, French Quarter denizen, classic horror and sci-fi cinephile, gourmet chef, floral designer, photographer, caregiver and more. An Episcopalian with a fondness for animals and a penchant for antiques and curiosities, Mr. Dell leaves behind a daughter, Dana Marie Dell Nesbitt; a dear friend and former wife, Linda Herndon Dell; siblings Jim O’Hern, Ellen Nix and Anne Beaver; beloved nieces, nephews, friends, relations and feline companions. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira T. Dell II & Nancy Hudson Dell O’Hern and by his stepfather, John G. O’Hern. Skip was also predeceased by a beloved son and brother, both named Steven Hudson Dell, who left this world far too soon. Skip's booming, larger than life presence leaves a far too silent space in the lives of those who knew and loved him. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Wednesday January 8, 2020, from 10am to 11am. Funeral services to follow. Interment will take place at Metairie Cemetery in New Orleans. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Humane Society of Louisiana preferred.