Jeannette LaCour St. Clair passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of Curtis Pippins and the late William St. Clair for many years. Loving mother of William St. Clair Jr. (Jennifer), Kathleen Barbier (Ricky), Jude St. Clair (Kelly) and Patrick St. Clair (Tina). She was the oldest daughter of the late Vance LaCour and Alicia Plauche LaCour. Sister of Gretta Ponticelli (Louie), Alicia Kornick (Mike) and the late Larry LaCour (Leslee). Proud grandmother of eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also survived by two step-daughters and many nieces & nephews. Jeannette was born on September 16, 1932 in Plaucheville, LA, and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. She believed in an honest, hard day’s work and being active while enjoying the company of her friends and family. She would often be found painting or tending to her garden and so loved singing in the choir. She cared deeply for others and made the most from the simple pleasures of everyday life. She’ll be fondly remembered for her caring and loving spirit, her laughter, and spoiling the grandchildren. She was well loved and will be deeply missed by us all. We wish you didn’t have to leave so soon. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and a funeral mass held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Monday, August 14, 2017. Interment was private. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Angelle T. Avants, born on November 10, 1971, gained her angel wings on Monday, August 7, 2017 at the age of 45. She is survived by her fiancé, Aaron Lunt. She is also survived by her two sons, Cory Reis (Catherine), Channing Reis, her granddaughter Seren Reis, her step-daughter Morgan Lunt, her brother Kenny Fayard Jr. (Tyler), her sisters Shannon Cosse (Corey), Kelly Swaby, her parents Linda Schiro and Joseph Cosgrove Jr. She is also fondly remembered by her adopted father Kenny Fayard Sr., her precious fur baby “Voodoo,” her Paran Jay Autin and godmother Anna Fayard, along with many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Velma Hoffmann & T.J. Hymel, her paternal grandparents Joe & Marguerite Cosgrove and Jimmy & Pat Fayard. Angelle was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish where she was known and loved as “Nana” to her many, many babies. She will be deeply missed by her family and by all those whose lives she touched. She was well loved and affectionately known for her good nature and generous heart. Relatives and friends attended a memorial gathering held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, followed by a celebration of her life on Saturday, August 12, 2017. Her burial was private. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Captain Stephen “Steve” William Thompson passed away, peacefully, in his sleep, on August 18, 2017, at the age of 54. Steve was the beloved husband of Rhonda Cornwall Thompson, the brother of Randy Thompson, and the brother-in-law of Heidi and Bruce Guerra, Jr., and Dana and Larry Arcement. Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Trudy Hebert Thompson; his father, Harry W. Thompson, Jr.; and his sister, Toni Ann Thompson McKeever. In addition to his wife, Rhonda, Steve also had two other loves in his life, his Labrador retrievers, Sadie and Daisy. Not only were Sadie and Daisy Steve’s loyal hunting partners, they were also considered to be his four-legged children. While Steve was preceded in death by Sadie, Daisy is still with us, and she will deeply miss her master, her friend, her hunting partner, her soulmate, her Steve. Steve is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Steve was a licensed 200 ton U.S.C.G. merchant marine, and was the captain onboard various jack-up/lift vessels in the Gulf of Mexico. During his career, Steve was employed by Crew Boats, Inc., Superior Energy Services, and Laredo Offshore. Steve was also a charter fishing captain. Steve’s favorite hobbies were hunting and fishing. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and he thoroughly enjoyed both, all throughout his lifetime. Steve was very friendly, had a huge heart, and was always smiling. Steve will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, August 25, 2017 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. A funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the St. Bernard Parish SPCA, 504.278.1534, in memory of Steve Thompson. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Gloria Folse Deffes passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017 at the age of 77. She was the beloved wife Romain “R.J.” Deffes for 56 years. Loving mother of Peggy D. Gunther (Jeff) and Raymond J. Deffes Sr. (Brandy). Daughter of the late Milton Folse Sr. and Ozella Dietzel Folse. Sister of Mary Louise Lee (Ernest) and the late Milton Folse Jr. and Rodney Folse. Proud grandmother of Dustin Deffes and Raymond J. Deffes Jr. Gloria was a native of New Orleans and a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish before settling in Slidell, LA. She will be forever remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister who treasured her family. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and a funeral service held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, August 19, 2017. She was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Eloise “Mickey” George Skelly Bergkoetter, beloved wife of Virgil Bergkoetter and beloved widow of James E. Skelly, Jr. passed peacefully away on Friday, August 18, 2017 at 1 a.m. in Sycamore Village in Swansea, Illinois, at the age of 86. She was a resident of Okawville, Illinois, for the past eight years and formerly a resident of Chalmette, Louisiana. Born and raised in New Orleans, Mickey enjoyed the New Orleans culture, especially New Orleans Saints football games. A long-time employee of Dixie Mill Supply and Cahn Enterprises, Mickey was proficient in and enjoyed bookkeeping, as well as helping to manage and maintain French Quarter apartments during her working career. Mickey was the only child born to Andrew George and Christine Casella on October 19, 1930. She was married to James E. Skelly, Jr. for 53 years at the time of his passing on June 19, 2005. Together they raised three children, Susan Skelly Evans (Robert), Sandra Skelly Guidry (Clint) and Dr. Stephanie Skelly (Joe Toler). Grandmother to Douglas Evans, Alison Evans Burks, Christina Guidry, Isabelle Toler and Josie Toler and great grandmother to Bailey Burks and Brady Burks. Mickey is also survived by her stepson, James E. Skelly, III (Alice); several step grandchildren, step great grandchildren and step great-great grandchildren. Beloved aunt, niece and friend to many. During the last eight years in Okawville, Mickey with her husband Virgil together enjoyed dancing, raising their vegetable garden, some traveling and being with their friends. Mickey’s beautiful voice and love of singing was a blessing to many, and she routinely sang in church and at weddings. She had the privilege of singing for Saint John Paul II when he visited New Orleans in September of 1987. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass, officiated by Fr. Roch Naquin, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 4640 Canal St. in New Orleans on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 1 p.m. Visitation at church will begin at 12 noon. Interment to follow in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. The family would like to thank the staff at Sycamore Village, Vitas Hospice Association and Home Instead for their loving care of Eloise. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

Kirk Howard Lewis, Sr. passed away on Friday, August 18, 2017 at the age of 54. He was preceded in death by his beloved son Kirk H. Lewis, Jr.; his father Frank A. Lewis, Jr.; and his siblings Rickie Lewis, Lisa Lewis and Dennis Lewis. He is survived by his mother Kay P. Lewis; his son Chad M. Lewis; his grandchildren Nathaniel Morgan, Shailin Lewis, Easton Lewis, Addilyn Claire Lewis, Dayton Lewis and Kade Lewis; his siblings Rebecca Tipton, Frank Lewis III, Terry Lewis, Bridget Kronlage and Kim Mills. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Kirk was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish where he enjoyed spending time with friends and family, sharing in his many pastimes of fishing, cooking, dancing, gardening, listening to music, riding his motorcycle, loving his pets & animals and occasionally aggravating us until he laughed. Kirk’s passing is a reminder that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. Although we will miss his warm smile, laughter and great sense of humor every day, he will forever remain in our hearts. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, August 26 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., followed by a Catholic Funeral Mass in Kirk’s memory beginning at 1 p.m. He will be laid to rest in a private ceremony. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Edwin John Cantrell passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2017 from Muscular Dystrophy at the age of 79. He was resident of St. Bernard Parish until moving to Carriere, Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina. Eddie was a veteran of the US Army and spent his career as a machinist with Boeing and Lockheed Martin. He retired in 2003 to spend time with family, travel, and enjoy his lifelong passion of fishing. He loved the tranquility of his back yard on the lake and working in his vegetable garden. He was a member of Unity Baptist Church of Picayune. He was the beloved husband of Gloria Ballard Cantrell of Picayune, Loving father of Edwin Cantrell, Jr of Chalmette, Lori Cantrell Ellisor (Perry) of Picayune, Jolie Cantrell Clack (David) of Lacombe, and Annie Cantrell (Force) of Metairie. He is brother of Frank Cantrell of Chalmette, Vita Lauga of Chalmette, and Diane Taylor of Ruston. He was blessed with 6 grandchildren, Jason E. Cantrell, Katie Cantrell (Brad), Jennie Cantrell (George), Missy Lacoste (Brian), Aiden Force, Riot Force, and 4 great-grandchildren, Brookelynn, Landon, Roman, and Ryder. Ed is loved and will be sorely missed by a host of other family, friends, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and loyal dog Benji. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Beatrice Cantrell; and sister, Joyce Bentivegna. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service Saturday August 26, 2017 at Picayune Funeral Home Chapel 815 S. Haugh Ave. A visitation will begin at 11 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 1 p.m. with Brother Shad Kennedy officiating.

Suzanne Theresa Acosta passed away peacefully on Monday, August 14, 2017 at the age of 57. She is the beloved daughter of the late Earl Acosta and Vivian Nunez Acosta. Loving sister of Nancy Marie Acosta and Earline L’Hoste (Craig). Aunt of Kristopher Peter Graffagnino. Great aunt of Cheyenne Olivia Graffagnino. She is also survived and fondly remembered by cousins, relatives and dear friends, especially Shannon and Timothy Becknel. Suzanne was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. She was well loved and will be deeply missed by her family and by all those whose lives she touched. She helped make our world a brighter place. Relatives and friends attended a memorial gathering followed by a memorial service in Suzanne’s name held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, August 19, 2017. She was laid to rest in a private ceremony. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Warren Allen Perez, Sr. or “WAP” as he was affectionately known to almost everyone, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 19, 2017 with his family surrounding him at the age of 73. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Elsie F. Baker, his father, Warren Edward Perez and his brother, Wesley V. Perez, Sr. Warren is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Linda Laine Perez, his mother, Evelyn B. Perez, his siblings, Beverly Pentney (Hugh), David Perez (Kathy), and Eloise Terry (Gene), his children Warren (Allen) Perez, Jr. (Dawne), Chrissie Lauricella (Leo), and Susan Perez (Butch), and his step children Denise Burdette (Chip) and Keith Bordelon (Christina). Also, his grandson Cameryn Perez, who was like a son to him. He had eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and five step-grandchildren. Warren was a kind-hearted man who loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was known for his kindness, generosity and caring heart. He loved traveling when he could and would talk about all the places he would like to see. He enjoyed designing and building projects and took great pride in being known as a jack-of-all-trades. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at the House of Refuge Assembly of God Church, 1561 E. LA Hwy. 46, Toca, LA 70085 (one mile on the left once turned on Hwy. 46/ Judge Perez Extension in Poydras) on Friday, September 1, 2017 at 2 p.m. Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Alphonse August Miller Jr. (also known as Al, Papa and Brother), passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at the age of 85. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that he had touched in some way throughout his very memorable life. He was the beloved husband of 62 years to Wanda Rae Thomas Miller, married on December 28, 1954 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Shreveport, LA. Loving father of Jan Miller Morgan and her husband David Morgan of Braithwaite, LA, Kelli Ann Miller of Violet, LA, Alphonse August Miller III and his wife Desiree Dubroc Miller of LaPlace, LA and the late Alphonse Matthias Miller. Son of the late Alphonse August Miller Sr. and Mabel Gonzales Miller. Brother of the late Kenneth Miller Sr. of Braithwaite, LA, Maxine Gonzalez of Lithia, FL and Laura Sullivan of Braithwaite, LA. Brother-in-law of Alfonso Gonzalez and the late Al Sullivan, Rose Marie Miller, Larry & Janice Reynaud, Joe & Gwen Thomas. Son-in-law of the late Edward Thomas and Arda Harper Thomas. Proud grandfather of Christina Allemore (Chad Walls), Chad Morgan (Rachel Morgan), Ashley Herleikson (Jimmy Corley), Nicholas Miller (Rebecca Miller), Nancy Herleikson (Scott Sattler), Beth Herleikson, Jordan Stadler, Dustin Miller & Brandon Miller and the late Clint Richard Morgan. Great grandfather of Ashlyn Allemore, Collin Morgan, Caden Morgan, Alyssa Allemore, Reese Morgan, Jimmy Corley III, Brooke Sattler, Addison Herleikson, Crawford Morgan, Kaylie Herleikson, Paizlynn Miller, Isabella Herleikson and Abigail Herleikson. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Alphonse was born in Dalcour, LA and lived in Braitwaite, LA until Hurricane Isaac in 2012 where he and Wanda moved to Violet, LA. He graduated from Delgado with degrees in Aircraft Mechanics and Drafting. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a Staff Sergeant from 1951-1955. Following his military service, he enjoyed a long career with Kaiser Aluminum for 25 years as General Foreman and Owner/Operator of A&A Truck Service. He was a devoted member of the Braithwaite Lions Club and Member of Assumption of Our Lady Catholic Church in Bertrandville, LA. Al loved fishing, baseball (The Boston Red Sox), golf, gardening, camping, cruising (especially soft-serve Ice Cream), traveling and #1 fan of his baseball playing son, grandsons, great-grandsons and friends. Frequent spectator at Val Reiss Park. He was an avid Saints fan even back in the day when everyone else wore bags on their heads. Al loved sharing breakfast at Charlie’s Restaurant with his beloved “gang.” He was well-loved and affectionately known for his good nature and generous heart. He will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and a friend of many, who loved his country and treasured his friends and family. Special thanks to the staff at Fresenius Dialysis Center, Dr. Vorhoff and staff at Oschner Medical Center, the staff at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, St. Bernard Fire Department, St. Bernard EMS and the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office. Relatives and friends were invited to attend a visitation and funeral mass held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, August 26, 2017. Pallbearers were Alphonse Miller III, Chad Morgan, Wayne Sullivan, Jordan Stadler, Dustin Miller, Brandon Miller, Jimmy Corley, Collin Morgan, Caden Morgan and Chad Walls. Al was laid to rest with military honors in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Linadine “Deanie” Gaudet Luc entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at her residence in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 76. She was born on Friday, August 15, 1941 in Raceland, Louisiana to the late Gates Guidroz Gaudet and Camille Leonard Gaudet. She was a long-time resident of Chalmette, Louisiana until August, 2005. Deanie is survived by her beloved children: son, Dale M. Luc, Jr. (Jim DuBois), daughter, Connie Luc Collins (Charles Ricord, Sr.), daughter, Donna Luc Papania (Nick Suer), daughter, Karen Luc Long (Richard), and son, Jeffrey C. Luc, Sr. (Lisa); her adoring grandchildren, Dale Luc, III, Ashley L. McKnight, William Diaz, Jr. (Crystal), Brandy Lynn Diaz (Kendrick), Amy Diaz (Sean Sr.), Melburn “BJ” Johnston, Jr. (Rikki), Amy Long-Desselle (Kenny), Ryan Johnston, Mandi Luc, Leonard Luc, Jr., Nikki Luc, Jessica Luc, Jeffrey Luc, Jr. (Nadia), and Jason Luc; great-grandchildren, Savannah Saucier, Madison McKnight, Payton McKnight, Tré Leidinger, Devin Diaz, Aubree Diaz, Zander Diaz, Jessie Hauptmann, Jr., Craig Berthelot, Hannah Berthelot, Brycen Diaz, Sean Kinkella, Jr., Cameron Kinkella, Shyannah Diaz, Ava Johnston, Brianna Craig, Camden Johnston, Caison Gilbert, Riley Powers, and Brody Allen; great-great-grandchild, Braxton Leidinger; and sister, Gail G. Haley (Patrick). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Leonard “Lenny” Fred Luc, Sr.; two granddaughters, Jamie Diaz and Misty Johnston; parents, Camille and Gates Gaudet; brother, Ronald Gaudet, Sr.; and three sisters, Norma G. Kennair, Dolores Gaudet, and Marilyn G. Rholdon. Deanie worked at C.F. Rowley School, McKenzie Pastry Factory, Duncan Donuts, and for 13 years at Chalmette Medical Center in food service, prior to her retirement. Deanie was a giver. She had a big, kind heart. She always put her family and friends first, before her own needs. She was greatly loved and will be deeply missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service in the chapel of Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, 2000 North Morrison Blvd., Hammond, Louisiana on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at 11 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. and continue until 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum, New Orleans, Louisiana. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.harrymckneely.com.

Roy Joseph LeBlanc passed away at Ochsner Baptist Hospital on August 25, 2017 at the age of 92. He is survived by his wife Dolores Stakes LeBlanc of 67 years of marriage. Loving father of two daughters; Phyllis Fontenot, husband Ellis Fontenot and daughter; Susan Verrette. He was one of four children born to Eddie LeBlanc and Clotille Clement LeBlanc. Proud grandfather of two grandsons; Craig and Dale Fontenot and one granddaughter; Natalie Verrette Landers. Also survived by his great-granddaughter; Katie Fontenot, and two great-grandsons; Nathan Fontenot and Dylan Schetrompf. Roy was born on November 27, 1924 in Thibodaux, LA and was a longtime resident of New Orleans, LA. He was a proud United States Army Veteran and a survivor of the Korean War. Roy worked on a Fire Boat for the Board of Commissioners for 37 and a half years. He loved to cook, fish, and sew crab nets, which he passed down to his grandchildren; he also loved to eat crabs. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Ochsner Baptist Hospital, especially the ICU Staff, for their outstanding professional care and compassion they showed to our family during this time of grief. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and funeral mass held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. He was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Mark Gerard Larsen passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2017, in Ponchatoula, LA, at the age of 64. He was born on Friday, February 6, 1953 in New Orleans, LA to the late Margaret Hutter Larsen and the late Larry Raymond Larsen. He was a resident of Ponchatoula, LA. Mark is survived by his wife, Josephine L. Larsen; daughter, Jeanette C. Jaffe; step-daughter, Leigh H. Aguilar; grandchildren, Emma and Dante; and brothers, Wayne Larsen and Jack Larsen. He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Raymond Larsen; mother, Margaret Hutter Larsen; and brother, Chris Larsen. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral ceremony at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA 70043, on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 11 a.m. Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.harrymckneely.com.

Albert John Incrivaglia entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at the age of 67. Son of the late Albert and Rosalie Incrivaglia. Loving father of two daughters Alicia Barattini (Ronald) and Jeanette Kinler (Raymond), five grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Family and friends attended the visitation and mass held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2305 Fenelon St. Chalmette, LA on Monday, August 28, 2017. Interment was private. Services entrusted to Dennis Funeral Home.

Justin Sellers Gutierrez passed away on Friday, August 25, 2017 at the age of 43. Beloved son of Sal Gutierrez Jr. and Lois Seither Gutierrez. Grandson of the late Estelle and Melvin Seither and Mildred and Sal Gutierrez, Sr. Loving brother of Kristen Gutierrez Bendich (Mike) and John Gutierrez (Jennifer). Uncle of Katie Whelan, Ellie Bendich, Elijah Gutierrez, Michael Bendich, and Eliza-Mae Bendich. Nephew of Daniel and Myra McKeever. Cousin of Glenie Kennedy and Dawn Johnson. Lifelong friend of Mary Hand. Justin attended Jesuit High School and the University of New Orleans. He was a member of Theta Xi Fraternity and St. Dominic Men’s Emmaus Retreat Ministry. He was a former host of Sports Rap on WTIX Radio and an avid Saints Fan. Also he leaves behind his beloved dog Maggie. Special thanks to Ochsner Main Campus doctors and nurses for their care and support and to Celebration in St. Bernard and the Very Reverend Patrick J. Williams of St. Pius X Catholic Church. Relatives and friends attended the visitation and funeral mass at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Interment followed in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Francis Animal Shelter. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

Pauline G. Eppinette passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Murphy W. Eppinette Sr. Loving mother of Brenda Eppinette, Murphy Eppinette Jr. (Pam) and Angel Cedarleaf (Russell). Daughter of the late Herbert Godwin and Angela Daboval Godwin. Sister of Mary Louise Buckley, Frank Godwin and the late David Godwin and Tommy Godwin. Proud grandmother of Joei Lauga, Juli Maillet, Jeorge Wahl, Sean Eppinette Sr., Melissa Watson, D. Keith Fincher, Jourdan Fincher and Taylor Cedarleaf. Great grandmother of Jeorgia Wahl, Juliana Wahl, Stevi Maillet, Sean Eppinette Jr., Samuel Eppinette, Maxwell Eppinette, Brennan Watson, Landry Watson, Camille Fincher, Lucas Fincher and Isaac Cedarleaf. Also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Pauline was born on April 10, 1930 in New Orleans, LA. She was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish and a current resident of Ft. Worth, TX. Pauline was a people person and did quite well with her iPad for a senior. She loved Facebook, chocolate ice cream and bird watching. She even had her own binoculars. Granny was always ready to be the star of any picture. Early on in her Christian walk (1973) she loved to sing in the choir. At one point she felt useless because of her age but soon after she realized that she was the Prayer Warrior for her family and friends. Everyone would call Granny and she would put them on her prayer list and pray faithfully every day for that person. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by her family and friends. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and funeral service held at Church of the King, 22205 Little Creek Rd, Mandeville, LA on Monday, August 28, 2017. She was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, Chalmette, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Sanctuary of Hope or Exodus II through John Hagee Ministries in her honor. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Frank “Frankie” Edmond Cavalier passed away at his home in Mandeville, LA at the age of 70. Frankie was born on June 25, 1947 in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Amelia Olivia Miller Cavalier and Frank Seagle Cavalier. He is brother to the late Janice Cavalier January. He is survived and fondly remembered by his sister, Lydia Cavalier Gagnard; cousin, Deborah Moulin Wimer; nieces, Jill January Ancalade Poche and Dana Gagnard Avila; nephews, George Daniel January, Jr. and Craig Raymond Gagnard. He is the Godchild of Bernice Peuler. Frankie also has great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces, great-great nephews, family members and many friends. In his spare time Frankie enjoyed going to the casino, playing bingo, poker and spending time with his wonderful, loving, loyal, and caring Sister, Lydia Gagnard and Cousin Deborah “Debbie” Wimer, putting puzzles together and talking. He was well-loved and affectionately known for his good nature and generous heart. A special thank you to Pontchartrain Home Health Care, their nurses, staff, Heart of Hospice, their nurses and staff. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, September 8, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., followed by a celebration of Frankie’s life beginning at 12 p.m. He will be laid to rest in St. Vincent DePaul Cemetery No. 3. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Janice Gagliano Ancalade passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at the age of 66. Loving mother of Sheri Russell (Tracy Sr.) and Mark Ancalade (Ashlee). Daughter of the late Anthony Gagliano Sr. and Genevieve Fontana Gagliano. Sister of Mathew Gagliano, Linda Bennett (Romel), Perry Gagliano (Debbie), and the late Vincent Gagliano Sr., Lena Mae Rabalais, Anthony Gagliano Jr., Joseph Gagliano Sr. and Nicky Gagliano Sr. Proud Grandmother of Tracy Russell Jr., Zachary Russell, Dominick Ancalade, Andre Ancalade and Francesca Ancalade. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Janice was born on February 21, 1951 in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. After 50 years of dedication to Adler’s she retired. The Adler’s Family treated her as part of their family. Her purpose in life was Adler’s. Her pride and joy was to love her grandkids and family. She imparted to her children the importance of family. Mark and Sheri are the parents they are today because of her example. She took on many rolls such as Mother, Nana, Aunt, Friend, Everything, and Our Hero! Janice will be dearly missed, forever loved, never forgotten by her family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, September 2, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A funeral service will begin at 12 p.m. Interment will be private. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

T aylor Louis Chauppette passed away peac ful ly at his home surrounded by family on Friday, August 11, 2017 at the age of 19. He is survived by his mother Caroline Chauppette and his brother Carlos Acosta Jr. of Chalmette, LA. His uncle Bertin Esteves III and aunts Michele Thevenot (Bobby), Angele “Nana” Esteves and Mignon Dittmer. He was loved by his cousins Brett Esteves II, Victor Esteves, Andrea Davis, Allie Davis, Mackenzie Dittmer and Mollie Dittmer. Also survived and fondly remembered by his recently met cousins, other relatives and great friends. Taylor is preceded in death by his grandmother Carol Anne Paine Chauppette, his grandfather Vincent M. Chauppette, his great-grandmother Anne M. Paine and uncles Bret Esteves and Todd Dittmer. Taylor was born on April 24, 1998 in New Orleans, LA and was a resident of St. Bernard Parish. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life to be held at 3024 Decomine Dr., Chalmette, on Saturday, September 16, 2017 beginning at 2 p.m. Please help celebrate and honor Taylor by wearing his favorite colors blue or green. Family may be contacted via email at ccceee1972@gmail.com. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Alan Herman Finkelstein passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at the age of 86. He was the beloved husband of the late Gayle Defourneaux Finkelstein. Loving father of AJ Finkelstein (Jan), Eddie Finkelstein, Lisa Brouillette (Jim), Barbara Williamson, Gayle Livaccari (Eppy) and David Finkelstein (Terri). Son of the late Solomon and Rose Latter Finkelstein. Brother of the late Harry Finkelstein (Leona) and Selma Blotner (Joe). Brother-in-law of Carol Schlink. Proud grandfather of Joseph & Eppy Livaccari, Gavin & Ricky Williamson, Jennifer Gauthier, Courtney Nunez, Austin Finkelstein, Brian & Lajette Scott and Isabella Finkelstein. Great grandfather of Clifton & Dixie Mullen. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends and especially his dog, Sweetie. Alan was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish where he enjoyed a long career as a grain inspector, along with spending time with his family and friends. He was well-loved and will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father, grandfather, brother and a friend of many, who loved his trips to the casino and treasured his family and friends. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and funeral service held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, September 2, 2017. He was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com