Reverend Nicholas Peter Pericone, J.C.L., a priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, died on March 10, 2018 at the age of 54. Reverend Nicholas Pericone was born in Denver, CO, on August 29, 1963. His elementary education was at St. Mary’s in Littleton, CO, and Our Lady of Lourdes in Slidell, LA. His secondary education was at St. Paul’s in Covington. He received a B.S. in both Management and General Business at the University of New Orleans. Fr. Nick attended St. Joseph Seminary in St. Benedict, LA, and received his philosophy and theology education at Notre Dame Seminary. He was ordained to the priesthood in New Orleans on May 25, 1996. In 2005, Fr. Pericone received a Licentiate in Canon Law from The Catholic University of America. He served as Associate at Immaculate Conception Church in Marrero, as Parochial Vicar at St. Mark Church, Chalmette and St. Louis King of France Church in Metairie. He was in residence at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Mary Magdalen, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Matthew the Apostle, and Mater Dolorosa Parishes. Father Nick also served as Chaplain at Archbishop Hannan High School from 1999-2001, and was Defender of the Bond, and Promoter of Justice for Penal Cases in the Metropolitan Tribunal of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. After serving as Chaplain at Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center, Father Pericone was on medical leave at the time of his death. Well done, good and faithful servant! He is preceded in death by Joseph P. and Margarita Pericone Sr.; survived by Joseph P. and Patricia Pericone Jr. and family; John P. and Shelli Pericone; Christopher M. and Monique Pericone and family; friend and caretaker, Mary Krey. Family, friends and parishioners attended the night wake on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at Jacob Schoen & Son, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, March 16, 2018, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA. Interment will follow in the St. Joseph Abbey Cemetery, Covington, LA. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoenfh.com

Gayle Ann Ruiz was born on August 30, 1949 and passed away on March 14, 2018 in Arabi, LA. Services will be held at a later date.

Kathy Ann Thibodeaux Salles, beloved mom, mimi, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend was surrounded by her family, when she went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 18, 2018 at the age of 51. She was a resident of St. Bernard Parish. Beloved mom of Jordan Salles (Kelsi) and Kyle Salles. Mimi to Macie and Hayden Salles. Daughter of Raymond and Patsy Thibodeaux. Sister of Kim Thibodeaux, Karen Pizzitolo (Raymond) and Jimmy Corne. BFF to Liz Tinney (Kelly and Amanda). Most favorite aunt to Rodney Blache, Jr. (Carolina), Chad Blache (Melissa), Neal Thibodeaux, Travis Clark, Tyler Clark (Errin), Brandi Clark, Mason Salles and Stephanie Boasso. Also survived by cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. She was a graduate of Andrew Jackson High School (1984) and a member of the Charmers dance team. For all who wish to Celebrate Kathy’s life, there will be a memorial visitation held on Friday, March 23, 2018 at Church of the King located at 4425 West Napoleon Ave, Metairie, LA 70001 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. If sending flowers, please have the florist contact the church for delivery time. L. A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To view or sign the online guest book, please visit www.muhleisen.com

On Sunday, March 11, 2018, Daniel Ross Scott went to be with his Heavenly Father at the age of 32. He leaves behind his cherished wife, Ashley E. Scott, and his beloved children, Alyssa, Domanic and Hunner. He is survived by his brothers, Brian P. Scott, Jr. and Tony Scott. He was the grandson of Bubba and Vernon Scott. Uncle of Brian P. Scott, III, Lisette Scott, Tony Scott, Jr. (Godson) and Trey Scott. He was the beloved stepson of Boy Mitchell. Son in law of Tim and Denise King, and the late Duddly Elwin. Brother in law of Brandy Elwin, Ralph Carres, Troy and Kristen Perez, Chana King and Shelby Elwin. He was the proud paran of Blake Lewis, Jr. He was preceded in death by his parents, Brian P. Scott, Sr. and Deborah Jennings Scott and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Roccaforte. He also leaves behind a host of loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. He loved you all...YA HEARD ME! A visitation was held on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., in Chalmette with a service in his honor afterward. He will be laid to rest with his parents, in Greenwood Cemetery. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Brenda Smith was born on September 20, 1949 and passed away on March 16, 2018. A visitation and funeral service was held on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Joann Lee Walsh passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, surrounded by her family, in Covington, LA, at the age of 71. Joann was born on Thursday, October 17, 1946 in New Orleans, Louisiana and was a resident of Ponchatoula, Louisiana. She was retired from Bell South. Joann is survived by her loving family: her mother, Muriel LaScola Cavat; companion, Darlene Atwood; brother and sister-in-law, John J. Walsh, III and Adeline Gioia Walsh; nieces and nephews, John “Jay” Walsh, IV and Tina Antill Walsh, and Shannon W. Verdon and Kenny Verdon; great nieces and nephews, Jessica Walsh, Jade Wingerter, Julia Verdon, John Walsh, V., and Kenneth Paul Verdon; also survived by Jimmy Atwood, Stephanie and Jonathan Miller, Michael Atwood, Gavin Atwood, Wyatt and Waylon Miller. Preceded in death by her father, John J. Walsh, Jr. and stepfather, George Cavat. A celebration of Joann’s life will be held by her family.

Gayle Duvall Ruiz, born on August 30, 1949 passed away on March 14, 2018 at the age of 68. She was called to be with her mother, Bonna Duvall and Father Tex Duvall, her grandchildren Ronald, III and Kerry III, and stepson Jake Ruiz. Survived by her husband, Warren Ruiz; her children Roy and Johnny Vanderhoff, Charlie, Wendy, Elvis, and Lacey Zulli and Misty Ruiz; her sisters, Linda, Darla and Fama. Her grandchildren Tabitha, Holly, Jessica, Roy III, Marishka, Anastasia, Michael, Kayla, Shalynn, Elvis, Jr., Zxyanna, Alyzza, Katelyn, Brianna, Dakota, Mariana, Gabriella, Kaiden, Austin and Justin; her great-grandchildren Cathryn, Corey, Khol, Kyler, Gracelynn, and Paiyne and her best friend, Paula Sarver. A Visitation was held for Gayle on Thursday, March 29, 2018 with a memorial service held afterward in her honor. She will be laid to rest at a later date. To sign the family guestbook, please visit www. stbernardmemorial.com.

Carol Heinsz Delacruz passed away on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at the age of 72. Beloved wife of the late Simeon Joseph Delacruz Sr. Loving mother of Simeon Joseph Delacruz Jr. and Scott Michael Delacruz. Mother-in-Law of Lynn Delacruz and Desiree Delacruz. Daughter of the late Jacob Louis Heinsz and Barbara Montz Heinsz. Granddaughter of the late Sophie Repp Heinsz & Otto Louis Heinsz and Delia Bernucho Montz & Henry S. Montz. Proud grandmother of Jared, Victoria, Cole, Caleb and Catherine Delacruz. Carol was born on April 21, 1945 in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by her family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, April 7, 2018 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. A Memorial Mass will begin at 11 a.m. Inurnment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign th

Roselyn Martin Barrios - October 22, 1929 - March 20, 2018 Roselyn Martin Barrios on March 20, 2018 at age 88. Roselyn was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, August ‘Gus’ Barrios, Jr.; Mother Catherine Meyer Martin; Father Reinhardt Martin; sisters Yvonne M. Gerdes and Dorothy M. Vinsanau; grandson Nicholas Barrios; and daughter-in-law Terri Barrios. Roselyn is survived by two sons Stephen and Daniel Barrios (Carol); grandchildren Jeffrey and Rachel Barrios, and Alicia Barrios Mahaffey (David); and great grandchildren Glenn Glaub and Liam Mahaffey. Visitation was held on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, and a funeral mass began afterward. Interment followed in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made, in her memory, to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital. To make a donation, visit www.stjudge.org, or 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

George Anthony Duvic passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at the age of 88. He was the beloved husband of Esther Melancon Duvic for 60 years. Loving father of Kerry Williams (John), Tammy Duvic and the late Kim Duvic. Son of the late George Duvic and Cecelia Meyer Duvic. Brother of Patricia ìPatsyî Terluin (the late Jan ìJohnnyî). Proud grandfather of Mindy Scheeler (Alfred), Fallon Williams, Ashley Williams, Tia Justice (Jeremy) and Matthew Williams (April). Great grandfather of Noah Scheeler and Peyton Scheeler. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. George was born in New Orleans, LA on October 26, 1929 and has been a resident of St. Bernard Parish since 1963. He enjoyed woodworking and was quite a craftsman. George was an avid New Orleans Saints and LSU fan. He loved to fish and treasured the days he spent at his camp with his family and friends. He will be forever remembered and deeply missed by all who knew him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service to be held at St. Bernard Gardens, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, March 30, 2018 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Bernard Animal Shelter, 5455 E. Judge Perez Dr., Violet, LA 70092, in memory of George. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Joseph “Big Joe” Terre a native of New Orleans and a resident of St. Bernard Parish for the past 12 years, passed away on Sunday, April 1, 2018, at the age of 86. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that he had touched in some way throughout his life. He was the cherished husband of Barbara “Bobbie” Ann Terre for 62 years. Loving father of Linda Terre, Michael Terre (Lynne) and the late Joseph Terre Jr. Son of the late Bertrand Terre and Rosalie Barone Terre. Brother of Rosalyn Mulkey, Annette Anderson and the late Harry, Robbie and Ronnie Frosch. Proud grandfather of David Terre (Dawn), Donna Terre, Shane Terre (Tina), Kristine Moran (Joshua), Jennifer Chatellier (Kent) and the late Michael Terre Jr. He is also survived and fondly remembered by his 7 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Joseph was well loved and will be forever remembered and deeply missed by his family and friends. Joseph was passionate about training horses and was greatly rewarded by the years he spent at the New Orleans Fairgrounds and Jefferson Downs. Relatives and friends attended a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, April 5, 2018, followed by a funeral service in Joseph’s memory. He was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Shealyn Starks transitioned from time to eternity on Sunday, March 18 2018 at the age of 38. She leaves to cherish her memory, three wonderful children Deondre, Gabrielle and Deja Starks; parents Michael Debouchel Sr. and Jocelyn Oquin (Allen Oquin). One brother Michael Debouchel,Jr., one sister Stephanie Oquin. Grandparents Mona Debouchel and Jack Reichenbach. Shealyn was preceded in death by her grandparents Donald Debouchel and Joyce Reichenbach and her brother Allen Oquin. She is also survived by her Godparents and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends attend a private burial and memorial service, at Celebration Church, 7500 W. Judge Perez Drive, Arabi, Louisiana, 70032, on Thursday, March 29, 2018. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.charbonnetfuneralhome.com.

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our loving mother, Deanna Smith Schultz, who passed peacefully on March 31, 2018. She was the loving daughter of the late Wilfred John Smith and Lorraine Dantonio Smith. Deanna is preceded in death by the love of her life, John Louis Schultz, her brothers Ronald Smith (Lynn) and Wilfred John Smith, Jr. (Rose). She leaves behind her children Bryan Schultz (Donna) and Deanna Schultz Meyer. Deanna loved her grandchildren and took great pride in all their accomplishments. She will be missed by Erica Meyer (Josh), BJ Schultz and Lindsey Bush (Dale). Her great-grandchildren gave her much joy. They are Isabella Newton, Mason Newton, and Trooper Bush. She enjoyed her job working of Sav-A-Center before Katrina, giving out samples with her friends. Deanna never met a stranger. Her customers become her friends. Everyone who knew Deanna noticed her beautiful smile and her joyful laughter. Deanna received much joy from the simple things in life. Her children are honoring her request by not having any services. If you wish to do so, you may send a donation in her honor to the American Heart Association, www. heart.org, or Relay for Life, www.relay.acsevents.org.

Samuel J. Salvage Sr. passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Darlene Garcia Salvage for 31 years. Loving father of Mary Elizabeth Spears (Dave), Samuel J. Salvage Jr. (Peggy), Barbara Ann Pulcini (Joseph) and the late Darlene Drews (Alex). Son of the late Joseph Salvage, Sr. and Grace Caruso Salvage. Brother of Rosalie Pietri (the late William), Joseph Salvage (Marye) and Vincent Salvage (Gilda). Proud grandfather of Eric Larsen (Irene), Gary Larsen (Nora), McKayla Damon, Mary Elizabeth Damon, Catalina Rachel Pulcini, Olivia Ann Juarez (Jesse), Alicia Elizabeth Franco, Sarah Paulina Pulcini and Grace Marie Pulcini. Great grandfather of Violet, Elliot, Felix, Gabriel and Emilia. Also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Samuel was born on November 25, 1941 in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. He was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran and an avid LSU fan. He will be forever remembered and deeply missed by his family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass to be held at Our Lady Of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2820 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 10 a.m. Inurnment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please

After a long and courageous fight, Ronald J. Haggerty, Sr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 22, 2018, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 79. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Joan Chanove Haggerty; his four sons, Brian (Dorothy), Keith (Dee Dee), Ronald, Jr. (Theresa), and Glenn (Melissa); grandchildren, Shawn (Jennifer), Rachel, Sarah, Patrick, Grace, Ronald III (Josh), Cate, and an expected great-grandson. Also survived by his sister, Ernestine (Teena) H. Doria (John), nephew Daniel and nieces Patti, Gina, Katie, Jenny, Darlene, Diane and Darnell. Predeceased by his parents Raymond, Sr. and Veronica Migliore, and his brothers Raymond, Jr. (Bessie), Jack (Rose), John (Anna Mae), and sister Dianne (Sid). Ronald was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of St. Bernard Parish for 42 years until Hurricane Katrina in 2005, when he relocated to Orlando, FL. He was a graduate of Francis T. Nicholls High School where he captained both the baseball and basketball teams, and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from Tulane University. His Tulane baseball career, playing for Mel Parnell, was cut short due to an arm injury his freshman year. He was an avid Yankees fan and an original ticket holder for the New Orleans Saints. He held positions as an accountant for J.K. Byrne & Company and comptroller for Marks Isaacs, Ltd., programmer for the Boeing Company at the NASA Space Center at Michoud, LA where he worked on the Apollo program that lifted the first astronaut to walk on the moon (Neil Armstrong), systems analyst at the NASA Space Center in Houston, TX and La. Land & Exploration Co. Also, was co-owner of Athletic Arena Sporting Goods, H & R Accounting and Gulf Islands Water Park. He distinguished himself as a public official in St. Bernard Parish as an elected Police Juror (Councilman) and President of the St. Bernard Parish Police Jury, and held several positions with St. Bernard Parish Government, including Director of Parks and Recreation and the St. Bernard Cultural Center. He was a pack leader for the Cub Scouts, and served as President for the Carolyn Park Boosters Assn. His greatest love was volunteer coaching hundreds of boys in Little League sports for over twenty years in baseball, basketball, football and track and watching his grandchildren participate in athletic and other activities. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the St. Bernard Battered Women’s Program, Inc., 3010 Jean Lafitte Pkwy., Chalmette, LA 70043, or National Kidney Foundation, Inc., 30 E. 33rd St., NY, NY 10016 or have masses said in his memory. A memorial service was held on Monday, April 2, 2018 in the chapel at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 526 N. Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL. On Saturday, April 7, 2018, a visitation will be held at the St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA from 11 a.m. till 1 p.m. followed by a Memorial Mass. Private burial to be held later. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Patricia Reilley Genard passed away on Friday, March 16, 2018 at the age of 92. She was four days short of her 93rd birthday. Beloved wife of the late Charles H. Genard. Survived by her loving daughter, Mary Margaret “Peggy” Miranda (Tony), her grandson, Roland Howell, Jr. and her loving nephew, Fred Beebe (Peggy). Sister of Leala Garius, Shirley Renaud, Dorothy Beebe, Camille Milanesa, Colin Reilley, and William Reilley. Also survived by nieces Mary Kaye Olivio (Joseph) and Brenda Mitchell and nephews, Billy Beebe, David Beebe and Russell Favre. She was the devoted friend of Christina Jackson (John) and her children. Also devoted friend of Michelle Delamore.Patricia was the great aunt of Kristina B. Barbier (Jake), and great-great aunt of William Henry, Julia Ann and Patrick Thomas Barbier. Patricia was an avid card and scrabble player for many years. She loved animals, and was very generous in nature. She was also very devoted to the daily recitation of the Holy Rosary. Patricia will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 7, 2018, during a Graveside Service in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, 701 W. Virtue Street, in Chalmette, at 12 Noon. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Roy E. Fernandez, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. He was the loving husband of 51 years to Inez Reyes Fernandez and proud father of Kim F. (Dr. Donald R. Duplantier) and grandfather of Tracy, Rene, Brooke, Maggie, Neil and Amy Duplantier. He is also survived by his sister, Linda F. Armstrong, many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Sr. and Marie Benenate Fernandez and his brother, Frank. Roy graduated from Francis T. Nicholls High School and honorable served in the Louisiana Army National Guard. He worked at Shell Oil Company, A-1 Copy Center and Roy’s Copy Service. He retired in 2005 from St. Bernard Parish. Roy grew up with a love for fishing in Lake Pontchartrain at Irish Bayou. He enjoyed wood-working in his garage, traveling the state for different festivals, watching old westerns, LSU sports and NFL football season. His annual joke was telling his wife that he loved her and would see her after football season ended. But the highlight of his life was being a witness to the achievements of his daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren. He rarely missed an opportunity to brag about their accomplishments to anyone who would listen. Relatives and friends attended a Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 2621 Colonial Blvd., Violet, LA. A visitation was held until the time of mass. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Roy’s name to Driven Youth Organization, P.O. Box 2336, Chalmette, LA 70044. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online, at www.greenwoodfh.com.

Octavia L. Marquez Dibuono passed away at her residence on March 27, 2018 in Denham Springs, LA, at the age of 68. Octavia was born in New Orleans to Pauline and Nace Lamonte, Sr. on August 12, 1949. Married to the late Nick Dibuono, she enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling and reading on her favorite chair, at her home. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. She worked and retired from Murphy Oil, in Chalmette, Louisiana. Octavia is survived by her children, Arthur J. Marquez, Jr. and Brian Marquez; step-children Nick Dibuono, Jr., Cheryl Sasser, Julie Green and Michele Canepa; grandchildren Cara Marquez, Regan Marquez, Addison Marquez, Jessica Dibuono, Allison Sasser, David Sasser, Katie Green, Nicholas Green, Cade Canepa, Callie Canepa, Kayla Bourgeois, Justin Dantzler and Meghan Dantzler; and great-grandchildren Emma Rae Wildey, Michael Bourgeois and Conner Bourgeois. She is also survived by her sister, Josephine Cooper and brother Nace Lamonte, Jr. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Carmella Petitiful, Diane Lamonte, Rosemarie Labrona, Cecilia Hoffman and grandchild, Josh Dibuono. A visitation was held on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 704 W. Virute St., in Chalmette with a Mass in her honor afterward. She was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens.

Mary Saling Corley joined her loved ones in Heaven on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at the age of 88. Preceded in death by her husband Bradley Daniel Corley, daughter Joycelyn Corley, great-granddaughter Artemis June Hite, and brothers George Saling and Eugene Saling. Daughter of the late Mary Lovoi Saling and George Andrew Saling, Jr. Much-loved mother of Carolyn Corley Lane and Catherine Corley Devane. Grandmother of Jennifer Brubaker Favalora and Cherilyn Westcott Hite (Kelsey). Great-grandmother of Evan Bradley Favalora, Freyja Briana Hite and Cedar Lake Hite. Godmother to Brett Sosa, Donna Saling Autin, and the late Melanie Saling. “Vanilla Mama” to cherished friend Dianne Lewis. “Maru” was born in 1929 and was a native and resident of New Orleans, Louisiana until 1960 when she moved to Chalmette. After Hurricane Katrina she became a resident of Metairie. She enjoyed crocheting and playing the piano, but her favorite pastime was spending time with her family. Special thanks to St. Anthony’s Nursing Home and Passages Hospice for their outstanding care and kindness. Relatives and friends are invited to the Catholic Memorial Service at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, Louisiana 70124 on Monday, April 2, 2018. A visitation was held before the Mass. Interment will be at a later date in Glenmora, LA. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online, at www.greenwoodfh.com.

Berchman Joseph Church, formally of Chalmette, Louisiana passed away on Sunday March 11, 2018 with his loving family by his side at the age of 84. Berchman was born December 23, 1933 in New Orleans to his parents, Helen Bevan Church and Berchman John Church; He is also predeceased by his brother, Martin Church and his grandson, Dylan Galila. Berchman is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Eleanora V. Church; daughter Cathy Galila (Leo); and son Gerald Church; grandchildren Ethan Church, Ashley Church Schwartz, and Jade M Kennedy; sisters, Margaret Church Benbrooke and Myrtle Church Blanchard. He is also survived by nieces and nephews; Mary Riviere (Don), Dennis Bodungen (Cheryl), Fred Bodungen (Cathy), Martin Blanchard Jr., Sue Ellen Carter and Maureen Blanchard; and twelve grand-nieces and nephews. Berchman graduated from Holy Name of Mary School; and worked as an X-ray technician in the VA Hospital of New Orleans. He loved spending time with his family and friends. A celebratory gathering for Berchman was held Wednesday, April 4,2018 from at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, Louisiana. A memorial service will occur Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, Louisiana. Inurnment followed at Metairie Cemetery, 5100 Ponchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, Louisiana. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.LeitzEaganFuneralHome.com.