Ruth Ellen Brockhoeft born January 18, 1946 in McDonoghville, Gretna, LA died May 19, 2017. First inaugural Miss Jean Lafitte at West Jefferson High School 1963. Magic personified. Never met a stranger. Treasure finder. Beatle lover. Mardi Gras maven. Levee walker. Bayou gypsy. Vernacular creator. One of a kind. Choice. Survived by Erika Duffee, Brett Duffee, Jennifer Duffee and 2.33 grandchildren, her siblings: Mary Ann Collignon (James), Henry Brockhoeft (Linda), Alan Brockhoeft (Susan); and Charles Romano. Funeral Mass at St. John Bosco in Harvey, LA on Monday, May 22 at 11a.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the National Park Service, Jean Lafitte National Park/Barataria Preserve, 419 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 or visit:
www.nps.gov/jela/barataria-preserve.htm
MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES is assisting the family. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit:
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