Obituaries

Local Obituaries in New Orleans, Harvey & Marrero, LA.

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Joseph "Jay" B. Sunseri, Jr.

Joseph "Jay" B. Sunseri, Jr.

Nov 4, 2024

Joseph “Jay” B. Sunseri, Jr. passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024 at his home in Gretna, LA. Beloved husband of Betty Ann Baird Sunseri for almost 45 years. Adoring father of Jennifer S. Wilke (Chris) and the late Jonathan B. Sunseri. Born on April 2, 1943 to Joseph B. Sunseri, Sr. and Mercedes Ridge Sunseri. Brother of Pamela Ward...

Alec Nicholas Pelas

Alec Nicholas Pelas

Nov 3, 2024

“YOU CAN’T JUST TREAT PEOPLE ANY KIND OF WAY!” powerful words of wisdom repeatedly echoed and lived by someone So young. Alec Nicholas Pelas born January 27, 2002. A name strong within itself. Alec meaning; protector of mankind and Nicholas meaning; victory of the people. He lived his life doing just as he proclaimed. He had a softness about him,...

Cecil M. Kluttz, Jr.

Cecil M. Kluttz, Jr.

Nov 3, 2024

Cecil M. Kluttz Jr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the age of 80 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Gayle Walter Kluttz for 50 years; son of the late Cecil M Kluttz, Sr. and Gertrude Mecimore Kluttz; loving father of Carl (Katharine) and Charles (Jessica); and grandfather of Braden, Clare, Victoria, Cody,...

Francisco Agustin Ramos

Francisco Agustin Ramos

Nov 3, 2024

Francisco "Frank" Agustin Ramos passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024, in his home surrounded by family after a strong battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 63. He was born on October 4, 1961 to Isidro Ramos and Genoveva Marquez in Chihuahua, Mexico, where he was one of 10 children. Frank was a devoted husband to Kathy Ramos for...

Dena Fonseca Champagne

Dena Fonseca Champagne

Nov 3, 2024

Dena Fonseca Champagne, 1957-2024, age 67, passed away November 3, 2024, after a long battle with lung cancer, in Marrero, Louisiana. She was born September 16, 1957 in White Castle, Louisiana to Eldora and Gilbert Fonseca, who preceded her in death.

Her life was her children, family, friends, and Sal’s Seafood. She enjoyed playing the Lottery, Bingo, Poker Keno, and participating...

Lillian Merle DeRoche Badeaux

Lillian Merle DeRoche Badeaux

Nov 2, 2024

Lillian Merle DeRoche Badeaux born on February 18, 1932 in New Orleans, LA passed away with family by her side on November 2, 2024 in Marrero. Former wife of the late Norris Randolph Badeaux. Mother of Jerry Norris Badeaux (the late Laurna), Debbie Badeaux Maniglia (Carlo), Kathy Badeaux LeBlanc (the late Don), Rhonda Badeaux Brondum Carter, (Michael Jr). Daughter of...

Joyce D. Carter Frugia

Joyce D. Carter Frugia

Nov 2, 2024

Joyce D. Carter Frugia passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at the age of 88.

Beloved wife of both the late Cecil Carter Jr for 30 years and the late Sidney J. Frugia until his death. Mother of Julie Treadway (Jerryl) and Jason F. Carter. Grandmother of Jessica Treadway and Joshua Carter. Great Grandmother to Jace Ethan Patterson and...

John R. MacLachlan Jr.

John R. MacLachlan Jr.

Oct 31, 2024

John Roxburgh MacLachlan Jr., a beloved electrical technician and devoted family man, passed away on October 31, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on May 24, 1942, in Washington, DC, John was the cherished son of John MacLachlan Sr. and Phyllis MacLachlan, both of whom have predeceased him.

John served honorably in the United States Marines for four years, a...

Herman John Coste, Sr.

Herman John Coste, Sr.

Oct 30, 2024

Herman John Coste, Sr. entered eternal life with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana, at the age of 85. Born on April 2, 1939, Herman was predeceased by his beloved wife Carmen Perez Coste. Mr. Coste is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Coste Braquet (Ray), son,...

Florence Falgoust Schaubhut

Florence Falgoust Schaubhut

Oct 30, 2024

Florence Falgoust Schaubhut of Algiers, LA passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024 at the age of 99.

She is survived by her only child, Nancy Ann Schaubhut (St. Michael Special School and the Joy Center). 

Preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Capt. Huey Peter Schaubhut, N.O.F.D. (Ret.); siblings, Sidney E. Falgoust, Lilly M. Falgoust, Camille L. Falgoust,...

Joseph E. Simon

Joseph E. Simon

Oct 30, 2024

Joseph E. Simon, age 89, a cherished resident of Marrero, Louisiana, and originally from Reserve, Louisiana, has peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and strength. 

Joseph is lovingly remembered as the steadfast husband of Mary Simon, and an adoring father to his children, Darren J. Simon and Melanie Simon Gonzales. He was the son of the late Julia...

Gloria Reinhardt Jackson

Gloria Reinhardt Jackson

Oct 30, 2024

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Charles John Matherne

Charles John Matherne

Oct 29, 2024

Charles John Matherne entered into eternal rest on October 29, 2024. Beloved husband of Robyn Parker Matherne. Father of Ryan Matherne, Charles C. Matherne, and stepfather of Susan Scott, Michael Keen, and Tammy Keen. Grandfather of Paul Matherne, Infinity Matherne, Gavin Matherne, Autumn, Michael Jenkins, Matthew Jenkins, Kyle Jenkins, and Allison Jenkins. Great-grandfather of Haylee. Son of Lorena McLean Matherne...

Elaine LaBauve Poillion

Elaine LaBauve Poillion

Oct 29, 2024

Elaine Mary LaBauve Poillion went to meet the Lord Jesus, Our Lady of Fatima, and Lawrence Poillion on the afternoon of Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the age of 96. A lifetime resident of New Orleans, Elaine was the daughter of the late Evelyn Bordes LaBauve and Edmond LaBauve. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Joseph Poillion,...

James Edward Glancey IV

James Edward Glancey IV

Oct 28, 2024

James "Jay" Edward Glancy, IV passed away on October 28, 2024 at the age of 45.  Beloved son of the late Joann Shields Glancey and James Edward Glancey, III.  Loving brother of Danielle Glancey Guffee and Tara Marie Glancey.  Uncle of of Shane Ruggles, Jr., Emily Guffee, and Noah Guffee.  Great Uncle of Kali Joann Yaegar and Ariana Lynne Ruggles....

Brenda LaCava Helgason

Brenda LaCava Helgason

Oct 28, 2024

Brenda LaCava Helgason passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024 at the age of 66. Beloved mother of John A. Helgason IV (Jennifer). Daughter of the late Catherine DeCorte LaCava and Joseph LaCava. Sister of Catherine Rivas, Diane Santiago, Mike LaCava, Deborah Lepine and the late Jack LaCava and Joseph LaCava. Grandmother of Catherine Helgason and John Helgason V. Also...

Virginia Varisco Sapia

Virginia Varisco Sapia

Oct 28, 2024

Virginia Varisco Sapia passed away peacefully on Monday October 28, 2024 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Ellis Phillip Sapia Jr. Mother of Angela Maria Sapia. Grandmother of Ellis Alexie. Daughter of the late Angelina Culotta Varisco and the late John Varisco. Sister of the late Marie Waguespack, the late Lena Hogan, and the late Josephine...

Doretta "Dee Dee" Gautreaux

Doretta "Dee Dee" Gautreaux

Oct 27, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our beloved Dee Dee (Doretta) Gautreaux on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at the age of 54, who suffered from complications with Prader Willie Syndrome. She was the daughter of Charles and Deanna Dubois Gautreaux of Gretna. She will be missed by her devoted and loving sister,...

Fatima del Rosario Gonzalez

Fatima del Rosario Gonzalez

Oct 26, 2024

Fatima del Rosario Gonzalez entered into eternal rest on October 26, 2024.

Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend the Visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expy, Harvey, LA on Sunday November 3, 2024 from 2 PM until Funeral Service time at 4 PM. The Graveside Service will be held Monday, November 4, 2024 at 11:30 at...

Gloria Nepveaux Schmitt

Gloria Nepveaux Schmitt

Oct 26, 2024

Gloria Nepveaux Schmitt was born on August 1, 1932 to Olsen and Nelia Nepveaux. The oldest of 3 daughters. Joan and Beverly (deceased) were her little sisters. Gloria wed the love of her life Melvin Schmitt on June 2, 1956 and they gave life to Michael (Alicia), Patrick, Pamela (Warren Seher) and David (Jeanne). Gloria dedicated her life to raising...