James R. Terrell “Ronnie”, age 73, passed away on April 14, 2020 at the VA Hospital. He lost his battle with cancer and pneumonia. He was born on August 5, 1946 in Amite, LA and was a resident of Westwego for 15 years after Hurricane Katrina forced him to relocate from New Orleans. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Myriam Terrell. Father of Victoria Terrell, Cathy Deshotel, and Jackeline Vega. He is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He worked at EN Bisso for 30 years as a ship agent/dispatcher and retired in 2016. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to everyone. He loved sports, especially the New Orleans Saints. He spent his free time outside in his garden where he grew great tomatoes. He loved doing woodwork in his shop and watching late night movies. The family would like to offer a special Thank You to the doctors, nurses and staff of the VA Hospital in New Orleans for their loving care and support during his final days. Mothe Funeral Homes is handling all the services for the family at this time. A private memorial service will be held in his honor for the immediate family at a later date. Interment will be at Garden of Memories in Metairie, LA. To view and sign the online guest book please visit
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