Joyce Marie Vegas Leaber

Joyce Marie Vegas Leaber passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at the age of 91. She is survived by her husband, Melvin “Joe” Anthony Leaber of 70 years. She is also survived by her sister Dolores Tully (Aubrey). Daughter of the late Clifton and Iva Vegas. She graduated from Marrero High School in 1946 and was a lifelong resident of Harvey. She worked at Charity Hospital in the Orthopedic Ward until her marriage on September 3, 1949 at St. Rosalie Catholic Church. She loved to sew, jitterbug and was an avid fan of Shirley Temple movies and Perry Mason. Special thanks to her caregivers for the love and excellent care, Edarine, Paula, Sheila, Connie, Carrie and Marie. Additional thanks to Hospice Compassus and the Pallative Care staff, Vangie, Stephanie, Erica, Craig, Jamie, and Monique for all their tender care and support. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expwy., Harvey, LA on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 1pm. Visitation will be held Thursday morning from 11am until 1pm. Interment, Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com .