Obituaries

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

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Jon Racherbaumer

Jon Racherbaumer

Oct 22, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected death of Jon Racherbaumer this past Tuesday morning, October 22, 2024, in New Orleans.

A noted author and magician, Jon has written over 150 books, and an infinite number of articles on the subject of close-up and sleight-of-hand card magic for magazines and journals worldwide for over half a...

Darnell Mangipano LeBlanc

Darnell Mangipano LeBlanc

Oct 22, 2024

Darnell Mangipano LeBlanc passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at the age of 75. She leaves behind her beloved husband of 31 years, Kenneth LeBlanc. She is preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Catherine Simmons Mangipano. Even though Darnell was an only child, she was like a sister to her many cousins, in-laws, and dear friends.

 Darnell leaves...

Alicia Marie DiMiceli

Alicia Marie DiMiceli

Oct 21, 2024

Alicia Marie DiMiceli peacefully passed away at Ochsner Main Campus on the morning of October 21, 2024. At her passing, Alicia was surrounded by family.

Alicia was born September 30, 1978, in Metairie at Lakeside Hospital and was a longtime resident of Harvey, LA. She resided in Carriere, MS for many years. She was a graduate of Immaculata High School, University...

Ozema Joseph Prestenbach

Ozema Joseph Prestenbach

Oct 21, 2024

Ozema Joseph Prestenbach, 71, entered into enteral rest on Monday, October 21, 2024. Mr. Prestenbach was a native of New Orleans and lived in Waggaman.

A member and Deacon at Saint John Paul II Church and a member of the the Knights of Columbus. He loved fishing, gardening and pedaling in and around his garage. Most of all, he loved spending...

Ronald P. Daigle

Ronald P. Daigle

Oct 20, 2024

Ronald Paul Daigle, aged 89, passed away on October 20, 2024, in Luling, LA. Born February 24, 1935, in New Orleans, LA, was married to the love of his life, Bonnie Defee Daigle in 1962. Ronald was a lifelong resident of Louisiana and a devoted family man and community member.

 

Ronald graduated from Nicholls State University in 1955 and graduated from...

Lonnie “Chucky” Lynn Arnold Jr

Lonnie “Chucky” Lynn Arnold Jr

Oct 20, 2024

Lonnie "Chucky" Lynn Arnold Jr transitioned into eternal life on October 20, 2024 at the age of 52. He was blessed to have many roles in life as a husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, friend and co-worker. He was employed at Hilcorp for 17 years. He was full of life, laughter and spoke his mind. He is survived by his...

Jonas Joseph Robertson

Jonas Joseph Robertson

Oct 20, 2024

Jonas Joseph Robertson, born on September 24, 1955, in New Orleans, LA, entered into Heaven’s gates on October 20, 2024, at the age of 69. A resident of Gretna, LA. Jonas was the beloved Pastor of The Church of Abundant Life in Harvey, where he served faithfully for over 40 years.

Jonas was radically saved at the age of 19, dedicating...

William "Bubba" J Fitzgerald Jr

William "Bubba" J Fitzgerald Jr

Oct 19, 2024

William J Fitzgerald Jr, better known as Bubba, was born in New Orleans, LA on September 23, 1930, and went home to be with the Lord on October 19, 2024, at the age of 94 surrounded by his family. He has been a resident of Gretna, LA for the past 64 years. 

He was the beloved husband of the late Elverda...

Katherine Cooper Mayer

Katherine Cooper Mayer

Oct 18, 2024

Katherine Cooper Mayer, 82 passed away peacefully surrounded by love ones on October 18, 2024 at East Jefferson Hospital. She was born on December 6, 1941.She worked at Mike’s Golden Cleaner numerous years. She is survived by her children Jonni Mayer, Bernard (aka Huck) Mayer, Michael Mayer and wife Tammy and Leslie Chahoc and husband Ken. Her grandchildren Clay Mayer...

Luz Elena Rivera

Luz Elena Rivera

Oct 17, 2024

Luz Elena Rivera, aged 66, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 17th, at her home in Harvey, La surrounded by family. “Nena” as she was known by family and “Lucy” as she was known by friends was born August 1958, in Colombia, South America, to Maria L. Freeman and Luis F. Rivera. Though her roots were in Colombia she was...

Marie "Hazel" Dugas Saucier

Marie "Hazel" Dugas Saucier

Oct 17, 2024

Marie “Hazel” Dugas Saucier passed away on October 17, 2024 at the age of 90. She was born on September 27, 1934 in Lafayette, Louisiana to the late Luda Gautreaux and the late Arista Dugas. Hazel resided in Westwego, Louisiana with her husband of 24 years, Ronald P. Saucier. She was educated in Secretarial Science at Southwest Louisiana Institute in...

Dolores Schneider Laborie

Dolores Schneider Laborie

Oct 17, 2024

Dolores Schneider Laborie, a beloved homemaker and cherished family matriarch, passed away on October 17, 2024 at the age of 84. Born on April 26, 1940, Dolores dedicated her life to creating a warm and loving home for her family.

Dolores was preceded in death by her beloved late husband Donald C. Laborie, Sr.

Dolores was the proud mother of Denise L....

Hyman Louis Bartolo, Sr.

Hyman Louis Bartolo, Sr.

Oct 17, 2024

Hyman Louis Bartolo, Sr. entered into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family in his home on October 17, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Antoinette Rotolo Bartolo. Father of Roxanne Rawle (Greg), Terrilyn Connick (John), Hyman Bartolo, Jr. (Roxanne), Kelly Brown (David), and Karen Bourg (Dylan). Grandfather of Ramie Blanchard (Justin), Jenna Foster (Dax), Eddie Connick Jr. (Candra), Alexis...

Captain Thomas James Chatman

Captain Thomas James Chatman

Oct 17, 2024

Captain Thomas James Chatman, age 60, peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 17, 2024. Thomas accepted the Lord at an early age. He attended the University of Southern Mississippi (USM), was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity,Inc. And graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Science. He then joined the United States Army and...

Lester J. Guidry, Jr.

Lester J. Guidry, Jr.

Oct 17, 2024

Lester J. Guidry, Jr. passed peacefully in his sleep on October 17, 2024, and is survived by his wife of 50 years, 3 children, 8 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, a sister, 2 brothers and more dear friends than can be counted. Lester served as a proud firefighter and mentor on the Westbank for over 44 years. He lived a life full...

Hilda "Sue" Hughes

Hilda "Sue" Hughes

Oct 16, 2024

Hilda “Sue” (As known by many) Hughes entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at the age of 75. Beloved daughter of the late Howard Burt and Virginia Green Albritton. Loving sister of the late James Donald Burt, Billy Burt, O’Hara Burt and Fred Burt. Sister-in-law of Billie Burt. Loving Aunt of Wenoka Kelly (Steven); Great Aunt of...

Wilfred Albert Richardson III

Wilfred Albert Richardson III

Oct 16, 2024

Wilfred Albert Richardson III, affectionately known as "Dukes," passed away peacefully at his residence on October 16, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on March 2, 1930, he was a man of dedication, passion, and deep love for his family and community.

Dukes enjoyed a remarkable career spanning over five decades, retiring 25 years of service at the Continental Can...

Shirley P. Nicholson

Shirley P. Nicholson

Oct 16, 2024

Shirley P. Nicholson, affectionately known as Nanny, left this world on October 16, 2024, at the West Jefferson Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will be cherished forever. Born on June 21, 1940, in Laurel, Mississippi, Shirley lived a life filled with faith, family, and a deep commitment to those around her.

As a devoted homemaker...

Ynette "Lila" Amaro

Ynette "Lila" Amaro

Oct 15, 2024

Ynette "Lila" Amaro, a beloved educator and cherished mother, passed away peacefully in her home in Gretna Louisiana, on October 15, 2024, surrounded by the love of her daughters and grandchildren. Born on March 7, 1934, in Guines, Cuba, Lila’s journey was one marked by resilience and a deep commitment to family and education.

Lila emigrated to the United States in...

Agnes Hebert Pitre

Agnes Hebert Pitre

Oct 15, 2024

Agnes Hebert Pitre passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of Raymond J. Pitre, Sr. Mother of Maurice J. Pitre, Darren P. Pitre, Sr. and the late Raymond J. Pitre, Jr. Daughter of the late Jeanne Rodrigue Hebert and Milton Hebert. Sister of the late Violet Hebert Bourgeois, Donald Hebert, Ann Hebert Licciardi,...