Pearl Rodriguez Knecht Thompson

In Loving Memory of

Pearl Rodriguez Knecht Thompson

Pearl Rodriguez Knecht Thompson (aka - Meme) died February 1, 2026 at the impressive age of 105. She was born July 22, 1920 in Gretna, LA. Pearl grew up in Gretna, LA but spent the majority of her adult life in Lacombe, LA, where she and her husband (Henry) built their forever home. Here is where she enjoyed family, gardening, crocheting, yard work, seafood and Miller Light. She belonged to many organizations such as The David Crochet Women’s Auxiliary and The Garden Club, where she served as president. Pearl was the rock of our family. She was the epitome of love and selflessness. Her grandkids had the honor of spending every summer with her, where they built memories that will forever be engraved in their hearts. Pearl was preceded in death by her Mother, Alcidie Jambon, father, Frank Rodriguez, 2 husbands, Henry J. Knecht & Sam Thompson, son, Quinten J. Knecht, and brothers, Jesse Rodriguez & Rubin Rodriguez. Pearl leaves behind a daughter, Beverly K. Spears, daughter-in-law, Brenda B. Knecht, grandchildren Timothy J. Knecht, Shane V. Knecht (Cynthia), Bryan G. Knecht, Ginger S. White & Tracy K. Mauro, 6 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Feb. 4, 2026 from 9:00am - 11:00am, in the chapel at Mothe Funeral Home located at 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA. Burial will follow at Westlawn Cemetery in Gretna LA. Family and friends can view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.