James L. Frink departed this life on Thursday, June 25, 2020 from complications related to Brain Cancer at the age of 60. He was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish. James was the loving and devoted son of the late Erin Born Frink Kuehl and Luther E. Frink. Jim attended Ferncrest School and Lutheran High School in New Orleans, LA. He graduated from UNO and pursued a career as an audio/visual technician. It is during this time he made many longtime friends, especially Mike and Bonita Smith, who were with him at the time of his passing. Jim also loved his cat, Rhubarb, listening to loud music and playing darts for over 20 years while making many friends from these weekly gatherings. Another event Jim cherished was the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, where the truck he helped decorate was often selected to be the lead float. Jim will be sadly missed by many other family members, friends and cousins who live near and far, especially Ellie Streckfus. A visitation and memorial service honoring James L. Frink was held in the Chapel of Charbonnet Family Services, 4917 E. Judge Perez Drive, Violet LA 70092 on Thursday, July 9, 2020. Please sign the online guestbook at www.charbonnetfuneralhome.com
James L. Frink
Harry Hebert, Jr.
MSGT. Harry Hebert, Jr. moved on to his eternal home in heaven on June 20, 2020 at the age of 78. He was born on December 26, 1941 in New Orleans, LA and resided in Chalmette, LA for well over 40 years. He moved to Slidell, LA in 2005 and resided there for the remainder of his life. He was a highly decorated veteran of the United States Armed Forces for over 28 years, serving in the US Air Force, US Coast Guard and the US Air National Guard; stationed at the Jackson Barracks 214th E 1 Squadron. While in the military he traveled all over the world and fell in love with Germany in particular. During his time in the military he was also enrolled in classes at St. Bernard Community College and later transferred to the University of New Orleans where he studied a broad array of subjects from horticulture to the medical field. His world travel contributed to his extensive knowledge of history and historical architecture and his education led to his being well rounded and educated in many facets of life. After his retirement from the military he became an Assistant Librarian at Nunez Community College for a few years. He always had the best advice to give his loved ones and was always the smartest man in the room. He loved watching the History Channel, playing UNO and watching movies with the family, eating ice cream and catching a good deal on anything. His was a life well lived. He loved to laugh and pass a good time by cutting up and cracking jokes with his family. His family was everything to him and he was everything to us. He laid a rock-solid foundation of love and laughs to last us a lifetime. He will be missed dearly by all those who knew him. But we will all be together again one day. He leaves behind an unmatched legacy of love, laughter and good times with his family and friends. Even though he’s gone from us now, he still lives on in every one of us. His body just couldn’t contain his awesomeness anymore, so he had to go home. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 58 years Elaine C. Hebert and his loving children Sheree Hebert Davis (Mike) and Harry J. Hebert, III. He was an amazing Grandfather to Ryan A. Simon (Brittany), Aaron M. Davis (Kasey), and Seth J. Davis (Samantha) and an awesome Great-grandfather to Abby, Kensey, Kylie and Kinley. He is also survived by his remaining brother Ned F. Hebert, Sr. and his brother-in-law Frank Chartier (Donna). He is loved by a host of many nieces, nephews and Godchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents Harry J. Hebert, Sr. and Velma B. Hebert, sister Esma, brothers Chester “Chet” Hebert and Gerard “Jay” Hebert. Services will be officiated by Bro. Joey Matrone. A gathering of family and friends followed by a service was held in the chapel on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, in Chalmette. He was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com
Virgie Rihner Kraus
Virgie Rihner Kraus passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2020, at her home in Covington, LA at the age of 89. She was born in New Orleans, LA, to the late William Rihner and Bertha Verret Rihner. Virgie was a resident of St. Bernard Parish until her retirement from Bell South Telephone Company, when she moved to St. Tammany Parish, LA. She was the wife of the late Charles Kraus for 29 years, mother of Joni Blum (Michael), the late William Judge (Janelle), Michael Judge (Kathleen), Mary Reeves (Matthew), and Robert Judge (Annette), and grandmother of Melissa Ardoin, Katharine Blum, Heather Judge, Meredith Casimiro, Shane Judge, Ryan Judge, Nicholas Frank, Jennifer Cavalier, Scott Reeves, Corrie Moran, Olivia Dendy, Zachariah Judge, John Judge, William Judge and Philip Judge. She is also survived by 14 great-grandchildren. Virgie was a member of The American Telephone Pioneers, The Daughters of the American Revolution, North Shore Republican Women and The Northshore Newcomers Club. A devout Catholic, she had a special devotion to the Blessed Mother, the Rosary, and the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass, Friday, July 10, 2020, 11 a.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 125 E. 19th Ave., Covington, LA. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Interment immediately following Mass at St. Joseph’s Abbey, 7536 River Road, St. Benedict, LA. Condolences and tributes can be posted at www.serenitycovington.com
Loretta Rose Nunez Lalumia
God’s Angel, Loretta Rose Nunez Lalumia, a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish, gained her wings on June 30, 2020, after a very short but aggressive battle with esophageal cancer at the age of 82. She was the loving mother of the late Aldo Lalumia, Brett Lalumia, Roxann Picou (Kirk), and Rhonda Bordelon (Jimmy). Proud grandmother of Ami Lalumia (the late DJ Corkern), Kristi Ladut (Trey), Jake Bordelon, Jared Bordelon, and Payton Picou. She was the great-grandmother of Brady, Bailey, and Gavin. Sister of Merle Laviolette, Sandy Taffaro, Nancy Prattini, and Margaret Favre. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, the late Peter Manuel Lalumia; by her parents, the late Ernest and Rose Ford Nunez; and by her siblings, the late Barbara Greco, the late Kay Nunez, the late Ernest Nunez, Jr., and the late Rita Blanchard. Loretta was loved dearly and will always be missed by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends. A visitation and funeral mass was held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA. She was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com
Eileen “Cookie” Marie Sumrall Monson
Eileen Marie Sumrall Monson entered into Heaven on June 13, 2020 at the age of 86. Eileen “Cookie” Monson was born on January 30, 1934, in New Orleans, to the late Alice J. Lambert and Arthur Eugene Sumrall. Cookie is the wife of the late George J. Monson, Jr., and mother of the late Margaret Ann Monson. Cookie is survived by her daughter, Marie Elena Monson Tassin, and her granddaughters and their family: Elena Arredondo and husband Luke, Erica Blank, and husband Chance, Sr., Sarah Tassin and fiancé David, and granddaughter Abbe Tassin. She also leaves behind 10 great-grandchildren: Faustina, Chiara, Therese, Karol, and baby Fulton Arredondo; Chance, Jr., Collin, Claire, and Camille Blank, and William Tassin. Aunt Cookie is also survived by her loving Godchild James J. Fairleigh, Sr., and many other nieces and nephews. She leaves behind two wonderful and beautiful friends, Donna Landry, and Wendy Gill. The family would like to thank AmeriCare Hospice, especially nurses Katherine and Elizabeth, and social worker, Candace. Cookie’s wishes were to be cremated. A gathering of family and friends will be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, in Chalmette, on Saturday, July 18, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A memorial mass celebrating her life will begin at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your favorite animal charity in her memory. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com
Patricia “Patty” Bush Robin
Patricia “Patty” Bush Robin, a devoted wife, mother, Nana, and friend, was born on December 25, 1948 and passed peacefully in her home on June 22, 2020 surrounded by her family. She lived in Pearl River, LA but was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. She is survived by her husband, Leslie “Les” Robin Sr.; daughters, Dawn M. Sistrunk, Lisa M. Neal (Cory), Wendy M. Ryder (David); son, Leslie “Les” Robin Jr.; her brother, Earl Bush (Susan); and nine grandchildren, Eris Neal, Avery Neal, Lexton Abdo, Isabella Ryder, Shannah Sistrunk, Wyett Sistrunk, Eli Ryder, Audrey Ryder, and Carlton Sistrunk; along with many nieces, nephews, and friends that she truly loved as her own. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl E. Bush, Sr. and Audrey M. Maas of New Orleans and her sisters, Joy Robin and Earlene Perez. Patty cherished her husband and family, delighted in tending to her garden, and had a passion for sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Known for her loving and welcoming heart, it was often said that Patty ‘never met a stranger’, as she continually looked for ways to serve others with love. Patricia Robin will be dearly missed, but her legacy will continue in the many lives she touched. A Celebration of Life in Patty’s honor will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at her church, The House Slidell (1000 Caruso Blvd. in Slidell, Louisiana 70461), of which she was an active member. Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.audubonfuneralhome.com
John N. Vickers, III
On Saturday, April 25, 2020, Louisiana’s community of funeral professionals lost an invaluable member, in the passing of John N. Vickers, III, at the age of 79. He was the devoted husband of Meredith “Dee” Lemoine Vickers. Loving father of John Joseph Vickers (Mindy), Debra Lynn Vickers (Troy LeBlanc), and Deral Lynn Morse (Ricky). Proud grandfather of Jonathan (Ashlyn Jessie), Payton, and Braden Vickers; Brandon and Amber Gross, and Tiffany Droddy (Patrick); Dani and Derrick Morse; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; John N. Vickers, Jr. and Bernice Barnes Vickers, grandchildren; baby Steven Andrew Vickers and infant twins Alexandra LyNann Morse and Taylor Alexander Morse. John embarked on his illustrious career in the funeral industry after graduating from Common Wealth Institute of Funeral Service in Houston, TX, and became a licensed funeral director and embalmer in Louisiana in 1965. A two-term president of the Louisiana Funeral Directors Association, John served the families of the greater New Orleans area with professionalism and compassion for a total of 55 years. He moved from Baton Rouge in 1972, to St. Bernard Parish, where he was the manager of Lamana Panno Fallo Funeral Home until it’s acquirement by Stewart Enterprises. John subsequently managed and worked for St. Bernard Memorial until opening and managing his own funeral home, Vickers, Verrette, and Dornan, from 2000 to 2005. He ultimately became synonymous with funeral service in St. Bernard Parish. John played an instrumental role in the recovery and identification of Hurricane Katrina’s true victims, as well as the restoration of numerous cemeteries after Hurricanes Katrina and Isaac. He was an active member of the Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team, Region VI, for 20 years, as well as an instructor for the Louisiana Office of Emergency Preparedness. Outside of his career as a funeral director and embalmer, John thrived by giving back to his community. He was a Lieutenant of the St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office, a collaborator of the Louisiana Job Training Partnership Act, and a past president of the Rotary Club of St. Bernard, where he was the founding chairman of the St. Bernard Junior Miss Scholarship Program. In recent years, John was a funeral director at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, where he dutifully worked until the day before his admission to the hospital. There, he received a diagnosis of aggressive pancreatic cancer. Surrounded by his loving family, he passed away peacefully, in his home, a few days later. Delayed by Coronavirus restrictions, relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering and celebration of John’s life to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, July 11, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A Memorial Mass will begin at 12 p.m. Inurnment will be private. John was a proud sponsor of both St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 800.873.6983, www.stjude.org; and The Wounded Warriors Project 877.832.6997, www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Please honor John’s memory in making a donation in lieu of flowers. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com
Rudy J. Abadie, Sr.
Rudy J. Abadie, Sr. passed from this earth on Monday, July 6, 2020 at 12:12 a.m. in the loving care of his family at the age of 73. He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Veronica Abadie; his brothers, Thomas, George and Anthony; his sisters Barbara Ann and Veronica and his favorite In-Laws, Christian and Agnes Schubert and James (Butch) Berndt. Rudy is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Schubert Abadie; daughter Celeste Abadie DeNoux; sons Christian Abadie (Angela) and Rudy Abadie, Jr. (Julie). He is also survived by five grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Born and raised in New Orleans on February 7, 1947, Rudy moved to Chalmette when he was married to Elizabeth. In 1992, he and his wife opened Rudy Abadie Sheet Metal & Roofing, which he owned with his sons until 2018. After Hurricane Katrina, he moved to Prairieville, LA, where he lived until his death. His greatest passion, besides his wife and family; was deer hunting, where he spent many hours with all of his sons and hunting friends. He had many friends, and was always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. A Celebration of Life will be held in his honor at a later date when it is safe for family and friends to gather together.
Linda Alderman
Mrs. Linda Alderman, a native of New Orleans, LA, and resident of Violet, LA, along with her husband of 59 years, Benjamin Charles Alderman; passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at the age of 76. She was born on September 16, 1944. Mrs. Alderman was proceeded in death by her parents Reginald Laton Nunnery Sr. and Justilla M. Nunner. sisters June Forsythe, Jean Mccandlal brother Reginald L. Nunnery and her son Benjamin Timothy Alderman. She is survived by her childhood sweetheart and husband, Benjamin Charles Alderman. Her son Thomas Charles Alderman. Her sister Betty Jenkins. Grandchildren Brandy Lynn Lormand, Mandy Rose Alderman and Nena Ashley Alderman; her great-grandchildren Timothy Dean Nappier, Gabrielle Annalyse Lormand, Drew Charles Betancourt, Sophie Grace Lormand, Ava Elyse Lormand, and Jordan Francis Lormand. As well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and close friends. A memorial service will be held at later time.
Armand Joseph Buuck
Armand Joseph Buuck passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at the age of 88. He was married to the love of his life Evelyn Fals Buuck for 68 years. Loving father of Armand “Stretch” J. Buuck Jr. (Debbie), Kenneth James Buuck (Tammy) and Robin Buuck Calecas (Larry). Son of the late Albert A. Buuck and Louise Oubre Buuck. Brother of Albert “Al” Buuck (Mildred “Millie”) and the late Raymond Buuck. Proud grandfather of Andre Joseph Buuck, Patrick David Buuck, Dalton James Buuck (fiancé Renee) and Brittany Nicole Calecas. Great grandfather of Aiden Joseph Buuck. Also survived and fondly remembered by several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Armand was born on August 1, 1931 in New Orleans, LA and was a resident of St. Bernard Parish for 59 years. He was a US Army Veteran and proudly served his country during the Korean War. After being honorably discharged from the Army he went on to become a skilled plumber. He was a member of the Plumbers & Steamfitter Local 60 and retired after 65 years of dedicated service. Armand loved to work with his hands and was talented enough to create anything you could imagine. He will be forever remembered and deeply missed by his family, friends and all of those whose lives he touched. 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 Tuesday, July 21, 2020 from 9 a.m.to 11 a.m. A funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. Officiant: Pastor John C. Ramsey of First English Lutheran Church in Metairie, LA. Armand will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Due to current state COVID-19 guidelines, everyone in attendance is required to wear a face covering and adhere to social distancing. In lieu of flowers, please consider missions to First English Lutheran Church, 2701 Cleary Ave., Metairie, LA 70002 in memory of Armand. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com
Tyrone Causey
Tyrone Causey passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, July 3, 2020. Born on September 7, 1974 to Melba Causey and Kenneth Gresham, Tyrone was a healthcare worker at Cherie’s Tender Care, LLC for many years. He truly lived his life to the fullest with his family and friends, and was a huge Chicago Bears fan. Tyrone leaves to mourn his memory, his mothers, Melba Causey and Althea Williams; sisters, Melinda, Janell, and Jamara Causey, Tarshia Robinson (Cleveland), and Ivory Holland (Calvin); brothers, Kenneth Causey, James Robinson (Devriell), and Robert Pitman; devoted grandmothers, Florence Causey and Mildred Washington; 23 nieces and nephews; godchild, Tyrese Green; best friend, cousin and traveling buddy, Willie Theodore; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and numerous friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Gresham; and grandfathers, Mr. Causey and Gussie Washington. Relatives, friends, and the staff of Cherie’s Tender Care and Nissan are invited to attend the Home Going of Tyrone Causey on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at 11:00AM at Saint Paul Church of God in Christ, 1020 Forstall Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 10:00AM until the hour of service. Due to the current circumstances, masks are required for all attendees. Interment will follow at Merrick Cemetery, Violet, LA. Arrangements entrusted to Heritage Funeral Directors of New Orleans, LA.
Eugene “Gene” Y. Foley
Eugene “Gene” Y. Foley, of Monroe, LA, was born on January 24, 1930 and passed away on June 28, 2020, in Metairie, LA, at the age of 90. She was born to the late Curtis and Lizzie Noble. Gene is survived by her eight children: Charlene Delaney (Tim), her daughters Colleen Gemeinhardt (Charles) and Laurene Jones, and her daughter, Claire Jones; Cindy Paulin (Ron) and her daughters Sherry Chapman (Danny) and their three sons Daniel, Jonathan and Matthew Chapman, and Leslie Kyle (Kevin), her son Noah and her daughter Kennedy; Melanie Palmisano (Craig) and her son Chris Verges (Katie) and their two children David and Sarah Verges, and her daughter Amanda Verges Marrs; Ada Gene Overholt (Dean) and her three children Jon Michael Overholt (Victor Moutran) and Vivian Overholt (Cesar Mendez) and their son Sebastian Mendez, and Benjamin Overholt (Maddison) and their son Josiah; Harold Breeding, III and his five children Melissa Jentsch (Matt) and their two girls Grace and Finle and Danielle Breeding, Rebecca Blair (Seth) and their three children Aiden, Abigail and Jameson and Cindy Breeding and Eric Breeding and their mom, Janice Breeding; Mary Kassab (Steve) and their children Alexandra Boesch (Greg) and Edward Kassab and Ian Kassab; Steven Breeding, Sr. (Annette) and his four children, Amy Bullock (Kevin) and their daughter Madison and Kimberly Breeding, Steven Breeding, Jr. and Michael Breeding; John Breeding and his daughters, Camille Flores and her daughter Cora Lea, and Jessica Reinecker. She is also survived by her sister Bobbie Scaglione and her children Lonnie Favre (Otis) and Mark Scaglione (Cheryl) and numerous nieces and nephews, and she just joined Joe Scaglione (husband of Bobbie) and Michael Scaglione (son of Bobbie and wife Judy) in Heaven. Gene was born in Monroe, LA and her family moved to Evergreen, LA for her childhood with her sister Bobbie Scaglione. Her family then moved to New Orleans and she attended John McDonogh High School who was known then as the Rosebuds – she attended many high school reunions with all her friends. She worked in the family business at Tulane stadium handling the food concessions and was fondly known as Miss Gene! She enjoyed parades and was a member of Napoleon for many years. She loved parties and dancing and was known to her grandchildren as “Gene Gene the dancing machine!” She truly knew how to enjoy life! She dated her best friend the late Asa French for many years and rode on his motorcycle to Telluride, CO, from Atlanta, GA! She worked for Boeing and was transferred to Philadelphia and then she worked for Easter Seals and the Arthritis Foundation as a nonprofit fundraiser and was in charge of the telethons in Las Vegas and lived there for a short term! She was very good at fundraising. Her coworkers admired her and learned from her as she shared her knowledge and was always willing to help anyone. She was a big Saints fan and attended many games and parties if they played away. She will be greatly missed by her clan as we loved her dearly! In lieu of flowers please make a donations to Raintree Children & Family Services, 1233 Eighth St., New Orleans, LA 70115. A graveside service will be held in Gene’s memory on Friday, July 17, 2020, at 10 a.m., in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, 701 W. Virtue Street, in Chalmette, where she will be laid to eternal rest. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com
Gloria Myrtle Killian Haverlin
Gloria Haverlin passed away peacefully at her home two months shy of her 98th birthday. Born Gloria Myrtle Killian to Louis and Louise Killian in New Orleans, she was the youngest child, following the birth of her brother Stephen, and sister Lillian Bruno. A 9th Ward girl through and through, she loved visiting Binders Bakery for hot fresh French bread, and catching the Desire streetcar to shop on Canal Street. She graduated from Holy Angels High School. A striking redhead whose appearance was often compared to the actress, Maureen O'Hara; her first job was at the local Woolworth's selling cosmetics. Following a whirlwind courtship, she became a WWII war bride, marrying Jack Flohri Haverlin at the age of 19 in 1941. They traveled to several airbases during his time in the Air Force before moving to Bronxville, NY after the war; finally settling in Los Angeles, CA in 1950. Along the way, they had three daughters: Kathy, born in New Orleans; Lani, born in Bronxville, and Debbi, born in Los Angeles. It was a shock when her husband died of a sudden heart attack in December 1962. With two teenagers and an eight-year-old left to raise, Gloria made the decision to return home to her family in New Orleans. She worked part-time in retail while making sure her girls had a comfortable family life; plenty of good food and safe surroundings. She never remarried. As her daughters left the nest and made their own way into the world, her house remained a haven of refuge and a soft place to land whenever we needed it. It was here that her granddaughter grew up and could always look forward to a lovingly prepared homemade snack after school. Gloria moved to Chalmette in 1973. She lost her home during Katrina, but returned in 2012 and rebuilt on her original lot. She developed severe arthritis in her later years, along with dementia near the end. The last five years were hard on us all. However, we were grateful to be there to help her when she needed it, just as she was there for us when we were younger. She had her shortcomings. She struggled with anxiety and self-esteem. She turned everyday worry into a full time job. She rarely followed her doctor's advice. Housekeeping and cooking had to be done her way, or no way at all. She remained vain about her good looks up to the very end: she died with her lipstick on. But, whenever there was a crisis, she consistently did what was needed for the good of her family, regardless of the personal cost to herself. She loved reading and PBS. She also loved to garden, and she loved to cook -- her lasagna and potato salad were just a couple of her signature dishes that became legendary. Her daughters' and grandchildren’s' friends were always welcome to visit. Her doors were open without exception to many stray pets and friends in need. She is survived by her daughter, Kathleen Haverlin, and Kathy's partner, Kevin Lenhart; daughter, Lani Bennett, and Lani's daughter, Colette Bennett; and daughter, Deborah Harris, and Debbi's son, Cory Harris. In accordance with her wishes, she was cremated. A memorial service and internment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the animal welfare association of your choice. Goodbye, Mom. Goodbye, MawMaw. We had our share of both common and uncommon differences over the years; through it all, we loved you just the way you were. You were well-loved, and will be deeply missed by us all. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.
Dashanaire “Dasha” Alaire Reddick
Dashanaire Alaire Reddick was born on July 11, 2001 to Denair Riley, Sr. and Chonda Reddick. She was christened and raised by her Godmother, Tronnel Anderson. Dasha, as she was affectionately known, was educated at W. Smith Jr. Elementary and Hattie Watts Elementery (post Hurricane Katrina), Phoenix School, St. Bernard Middle, CF Rowley, MLK and Kipp Believe Primary. At a young age, Dasha was baptized at First Asia Baptist Church by Pastor Carlton Campbell. Dasha loved basketball and played shooting guard for St. Bernard Middle and point guard for St. Bernard Sonic Girls AAU Basketball team. Dashanaire was employed by Taco Bell, Popeye's, and University Hospital in New Orleans, LA. Dasha was preceded in death by her grandfather Leonard Riley, uncle Victor Battle and godfather Charles Davis. She is survived by her father Denair Reddick, Sr., mother Chonda Reddick, Godmother Tronnel Anderson, siblings,Denair Jr., Dermeney, Demerial, Terry, Grid, Maurice, and Gregory, Shyonna, Grion, JoQuell, and JoQuan; grandparents, Caffie Riley, Arthur and Daisy Reddick, Godchild, Quaden; Godparents, Beverly Anderson and Garrick Isadore. She also leaves to cherish her memory, a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones. A Visitation and Homegoing Celebration honoring Dashanaire A. Reddick was held in the Chapel of Charbonnet Family Services, 4917 E. Judge Perez Drive, Violet, LA 70092 on Friday, July 10, 2020. Officiant: Rev. Carlton Campbell. Interment: St. Thomas Cemetery, Pointe-a-la-Hache, LA. Please sign online guestbook at www.charbonnetfuneralhome.com
Sterling James Hebert
Sterling James Hebert, of Poplarville, MS; passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at the age of 77. Sterling was born in New Orleans, LA, on August 3, 1942, to Octave O. Hebert and Alice Louis Duplantis Hebert. A native of St. Bernard Parish, he graduated from St. Bernard High School. He retired from Bellsouth after a career that spanned more than 30 years. Sterling was an avid sports fan and followed the New Orleans Saints and LSU football teams with unbridled passion. The Saints Superbowl Victory and the LSU Football National Championship were a great source of pride for this die-hard fan. Sterling also had a love for music ranging from Motown to Country and everything in between. He had a not so secret crush on country music icon Crystal Gail. Through many loving tributes, one can see the number of lives Sterling has touched and influenced – from his many nieces and nephews to the younger generations that passed through his front door or stopped at the front porch to have a beer or just chat. His love for life, his sometimesinappropriate sense of humor and his wonderful smile will forever live in our hearts. Sterling will be missed dearly by all that knew him. Sterling is preceded in death by his wife Virginia “Ginny” Ojeda Hebert; his parents Octave and Alice Louise; five brothers Magnus J. Hebert, John L. Ignace Hebert, Joseph H. Hebert, Earl P. Hebert, and Karl S. Hebert; and four sisters Eunice M. Arcement, Agnes A. Hurdle, Annie M. Hebert, and Marie L. Evans. Sterling is survived by a brother Lee Roy P. Hebert (Bettie); a sister Lucille Irwin (Cassius); and eight children Sterling J. Hebert, Jr. (Kim), Stephanie Hebert Pritchard (Mike), Shirelle Hebert Chimenti (Brian), Sarah Hebert-Dority (Stephanie), Octave “Tave” Hebert, Malissa Keenan Masoner (Jay), Sean P. Keenan (Lauren), and Matthew C. Keenan. Pepaw Sterling will be greatly missed by his 25 grandchildren (Heather, Tiffaney, Elizabeth, Sterling III, Alain, Brett, Arianna, Brandyn, Mason, Ashlyn, Christen, Jeaune, Madison, Macie, Seth, Korah, Gabriel, Rene, Christian, Eadie, Pennelope, Reece, Valery, Adalyn and Kayla) and 14 great-grandchildren (Carlisle, Bentley, Wesley, Taylor, Jace, Tanner, Killian, Po’Boy, Isabella, Christiana, Auna, Audri, Kamryn and Presleigh). A Celebration of Life for family and friends will be held at a later date. Condolences may be left in Sterling’s online guestbook at www.stbernardmemorial.com. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the doctors, nurses and staff at Ochsner Medical Center for their support and care in his final days.
Maggie Ruth McCallister Holden
Maggie Ruth McCallister Holden passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the age of 87. She was a native of Lucien, MS, and longtime resident of Chalmette, LA and Osyka, MS. Maggie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, and aunt. She was preceded in death by her husband Clayton L. Holden, Sr., sons John L. Holden and Luther W. Holden, grandson Nicholas Holden, her parents Luther McCallister and Dorothy Short Strickland, and her siblings Luther R. McCallister, Judy Strickland, Frank Strickland, Shirley Sanders, and Diane Woodard. She is survived by her sons Clayton Holden, Jr (Charmaine), Charles Holden (Michelle), Dwayne Holden (Dorothy), Paul Holden (Penny) and her daughter Anita Holden Fincher (Barney); 15 grandchildren Angie (Casey), Brandy (Mike), Tonya (Charles), Clayton III (Kristina), Damien (Jamilyn), Christina (Mac), Dawn (Tim), Jamie (Joey), Melissa (Kevin), Katrina, William, Leanne (Dominick), Lacey, Maggie Lee, and Clint; 19 great-grandchildren Ashley, Tyler, Michael, Nicole, Dana, Rene, Tristen, Madison, Korbin, Berkley, Kensley, Sadie, Jaxon, Haisley, Charles, Lettie, Addison, Jace, Jorja; brother James Strickland and a host of nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00 a.m. until religious services at 12 p.m. noon on Saturday, July 25, 2020. Interment: Arcola-Roseland, Arcola, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Clement Edward “Clem” Huerstel, Jr.
Clement Edward Huerstel, Jr., passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at the age of 76. He was born on January 28, 1944. Clem is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 54 years, Mary Ann Lasseigne Huerstel and his children, Edward (Joni) Huerstel, Nancy (John) Gray, Suzy (Jamie) Lee, and Bryan (Christy) Huerstel. He is also survived by his grandchildren whom he adored, Cooper, Olivia and Brady Huerstel, Josh, John Jr., and Holly Gray, Jack, Eric, and Abby Lee. Clem is also survived by many nieces and nephews including Noah and Grant Lasseigne with whom he shared a special bond. He is also survived by his siblings, Henry (Darlene) Huerstel, David (Charlene) Huerstel, and Peggy Torres. Clem was preceded in death by his parents Clem Huerstel, Sr., and Rita Kinler Huerstel, brother-in-law Alvin Torres and nephew Lyle Torres. He will be missed by a countless number of family and friends as well as strangers who soon became friends because of Clem’s welcoming demeanor and outgoing personality. Clem was born and grew up in the Ninth Ward of New Orleans. He moved his family to St. Bernard Parish, also known as “Da Parish;” where they lived for 33 years. After Hurricane Katrina, he and Mary Ann relocated to Slidell, where they lived on the water, often fishing, crabbing and watching sunsets together. They loved to travel and tailgate with the LSU Tigers and hosted parties at their home when Clem could no longer travel. Clem loved to cook for family events, LSU tailgates, poker games, St. Luke’s Men’s Club, and golf tournaments. His biggest enjoyment was sitting back watching everyone enjoy themselves at these events. We would like to sincerely thank the Medina family who have blessed Clem and Mary Ann many times over with their generosity by treating them as family throughout their journey in Houston since 2017. We would also like to thank Father Tom Smithson and many of the parishioners of Corpus Christi Catholic Church who supported our family during Clem’s illness. Due to the current restrictions caused by the COVID 19 pandemic, there will be a private family funeral. A Celebration of Clem’s Life will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to a charity close to our hearts, The Good Samaritan Ministry, 910 Cross Gates Blvd., Slidell, LA 70461. www.saintlukeslidell.org/donategoodsams. The Good Samaritan Ministry provides help to people with housing, food, financial, and other needs.
William Dale Martin
William Dale Martin peacefully passed away on July 14, 2020 at his home in Mandeville, LA with his family by his side at the age of 55. Dale was born on November 11, 1964 in Chalmette, LA. He later attended Chalmette High School, graduating in 1982. Dale enjoyed spending time with his family and cooking for them, He loved having a good time with friends and family, bowling, and he loved to travel. He was a member of the Church of the King, Little Creek Campus, Mandeville, LA. Dale worked for Southwest Airlines for over 18 years as a Ramp Agent and enjoyed working with and helping people. He is survived by his wife and Love of His Life Sherene Varona Martin, his children; Cody Martin, step-children; Bryce White, Victoria Masters (Edwin), Rachel Ancar, grandchildren; Elijah Martin, Harper Martin, Jackson Barbay, Trace Masters, His sister; Debra Martin Savarese (Joseph) and his first wife, Christine Ford Martin. He is predeceased by his mother; Elidia Riojas Martin, his father; William Clyde Martin, Jr., grandmother; Nicolasa Riojas, grandfather; Fabian Riojas, grandmother; Mary Saunders Martin, grandfather; William Clyde Martin, Sr.. Dale also leaves behind many loving; nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Dale especially loved his most devoted and loyal companions, “Goose and Nessie.” Those of us who lived in “Dale’s World” will miss him immensely. “’Til We Meet Again.” Family and Friends attended a Visitation and Funeral Service held on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Grace Funeral Home & St Lazarus of Bethany Memorial Garden, 450 Holy Trinity Drive, Covington, LA 70433. Interment: St Bernard Memorial Gardens, 701 W Virtue St, Chalmette, LA 70043. In lieu of flowers the family would request donations to The Church of The King, Little Creek Campus, 22205 Little Creek Rd., Mandeville, LA 70471. www.churchoftheking. com/giving. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.gracenorthshore.com.
Anthony “Tony” Joseph Neason, Sr.
Anthony “Tony” Joseph Neason Sr., entered eternal glory on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in the comfort of his home and surrounded by family. He is preceded in death by his mother, Margery Holland Neason. He leaves behind to cherish his memories his father, Clarence Neason, Sr.; his fiancée, Paula Major; his son, Anthony Neason, Jr.; four stepchildren, Drionne, Garionne, Jiren, and Drisheka Major; one stepgrandson, Qwan Major; six sisters, Cheryl (Francis) Neason-Isadore, Karen Neason-Dykes, Tynia Shanchell, Alisia Pittman, Keaun and Johari Neason; three brothers, Clarence Jr. (Olivia), Kevin (Tanya) Neason, and Keith Shanchell; 19 nieces and nephews, four godchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are all invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, July 24, 2020, 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2621 Colonial Blvd, Violet, LA. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the hour of service. Interment: Resthaven Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Due to COVID-19, masks are required, and social distancing policies will be enforced. Please visit www.pfsneworleans.com to sign Guestbook.
Joyce Couget Parker
Joyce Couget Parker passed away peacefully the morning of July 6, 2020, at the age of 94. She was the beloved wife of the late Harold F. Parker for over 68 years. Joyce was born to Paul Couget and Agnes Landry Couget. After finishing her education, Joyce worked in banking for over 50 years. For 40 of those years, she worked at St. Bernard Bank and Trust, where she was a branch manager and vice-president. Joyce was a lifelong resident of Arabi, LA, until Hurricane Katrina, when she relocated to the Mandeville/Covington area. There, she was active in the Tchefuncta Country Club Honeybees. Following the death of her husband, she resided at St. Anthony’s Gardens, and later at Christwood Retirement Community. She was a devoted mother to her son, Paul Craig Parker, M.D. (Cathy) and devoted grandmother to Paul Couget Parker and Catie Parker McDaniel (Michael). She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold F. Parker, her parents, Paul H. and Agnes Landry Couget, and her brother, Warren Paul Couget. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at Grace Funeral Home, 450 Holy Trinity Drive, Covington, on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 12 noon. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. in the morning. Inurnment will follow in the adjacent St. Lazarus of Bethany Memorial Garden. An online guestbook is available at www.gracenorthshore.com.