Harriet Pauline Chaisson Ordes departed this life on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at the age of 86. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, the late John Patrick Ordes, Jr. of Arabi, LA. Daughter of the late Harry Chaisson and the late Gladys Campora Chaisson Kuss and Step-Daughter of the late Charles W. Kuss. Mother of Gary John Ordes and Terrie Ordes Speed, Mother-In-Law to Randy Lawrence Speed. Grandmother of Paul Patrick Rogers, Jonathan Michael Rogers, Shelley Lynn Speed and Paul Lawrence Speed. Great-Grandmother to 11 Great Grandchildren. Sister to the late Shirley Chaisson Bourquard and sister-in-law to the late Rene Albert Bourquard. Sister-in-Law to Alvin and Barbara Ordes, Kenneth and Ann Ordes, and Thomas and Carol Harney. Harriet was a native of New Orleans, a resident of Arabi, LA, for 43 years and was a current resident of Slidell, LA. She was a former Insurance Underwriter, a Housewife and sang in church at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. She was currently a member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. She was well loved and affectionately known for her good nature and generous heart. She will be deeply missed by her family and by all those whose lives she touched. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens, 701 W. Virtue Street in Chalmette, LA on Thursday, January 21, 2021. Visitation for family is from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Visitation for friends and relatives is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Catholic Funeral Mass will be held at 1 p.m. She will be laid to eternal rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, Chalmette, LA. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Tanya Steinwinder Troyer passed away on January 8, 2021 at the age of 79. She was born on June 4, 1941 to the late Jesse Herman and Enola Galaber Steinwinder. She attended St. Cecilia Grammar School, Holy Angels Academy for high school and then graduated from Our Lady of Holy Cross College with a Bachelor of Science degree. She later went on to further her education, graduating from the University of New Orleans where she earned a Master’s degree in early childhood education. She taught in New Orleans and the St. Bernard school system for 47 years, working as teacher and facilitator and receiving numerous awards and commendations. She loved teaching and children and truly had a gift. Once she retired, she and her husband moved from St. Bernard to Slidell. As devout Catholics, they were active in church and were members of St. Luke the Evangelist Church. Tanya was also very active in several clubs in Slidell, including the Slidell Newcomers Club, where she reigned as Maid in their Mardi Gras ball, the Red Hats social club, a book club, and a cooking club. She loved to travel abroad; Italy, Turkey, New Zealand, Greece, Australia, Alaska, China, Russia, and France were just some of her favorite destinations. She is survived by: her loving husband of 61 years, Robert Joseph Troyer; her daughter Tanya Troyer Hatch (George); her son, Tate John Troyer (Gina); her sister, Gretchen Steinwinder Rosato (Jerry); her three grandchildren Adam Troyer, Ryan Lazaroe, and Robert Jesse Troyer; her four great-grandchildren Griffyn, Rowan, and Pierson Troyer and Luca Michael Lazaroe; her godchild Michelle Troyer; and her nephew Bodhi Troyer. Relatives and friends attended the visitation and Funeral Mass held at St. Luke’s the Evangelist Church, 910 Cross Gates Blvd, Slidell, LA 70461, on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Interment: Private. Those who wish to leave their fond memories and condolences for the family are encouraged to do so on lakelawnmetairie.com in Tanya’s online guestbook.

Robert Eugene Vetter, “a Man after God’s own heart” was born August 10, 1928; and finished his course on January 15, 2021 at the age of 92. In July 1970, he became a follower of Jesus Christ and now he has received his eternal reward, “Well Done, My Good And Faithful Servant.” He was the son of Cullen and Wilma Vetter and brother to John O. Vetter He was the faithful husband to his wife Gloria Vegas Vetter for 59 years. Father to Brian (Robin), Gary (Linda), Lisa (John), Karen (Clayton) and Michelle (Mark). Grandfather to Michael, Jennifer, Megan, Mandi, Jessica, Bobby, Johnny, Clay, Justin, Brooke, Brittany and Brennan. Great Grandfather to Peyton, Sydney, Skylar, Brandt, Braxton, Mattie, Anders, Juliet, Belle, Brer, Beau, and Alexia. Bob, a member of the famed 1945 Holy Cross Football team, joined the Marine Corps and after being wounded in action on April 23, 1951, he received the Purple Heart for his service in the Korean War. He was known by many as a successful business leader and owner of Vetter Lumber Co. He was also an ordained minister. It is here where his legacy will live on from his passion for sharing the gospel and leading countless people to Christ. From 1970-1991, he was a very influential speaker and teacher in the Catholic Charismatic Renewal. He was also a member of Word of Faith, then interim pastor of Long Beach Community Church, then associate pastor of Poydras Baptist Church. In his later years, his message was “The Best is Yet to Come.” A private funeral service will be held in his honor. He will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Geraldine “Gerry” Ann Comment Mitchell went home, peacefully, to the Lord on Monday, December 21, 2020. Gerry was born in New Orleans and, after marriage, lived in St. Bernard Parish, for many years, until Hurricane Katrina when she moved to Tickfaw and lived there until the present. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Comment; her brother John “JJ” Comment Jr.; her husband Romain Louis Mitchell, Sr.; her son Romain “Ray” Louis Mitchell, Jr.; her niece Mary Ann, and nephew Johnny. Gerry is survived by three sons Guy Mitchell (Debra), Fr. Mike Mitchell, Chris Mitchell (Janice); four grandchildren: Michell, Anthony, Bryce and Mikah; four great-grandchildren: Mark, Jasmine, Atrayu and Lathen; brother Richard “Tookie” Comment (Joyce); nephew Ricky; two nieces: Patricia and Diane; and, of course, her beloved chihuahuas Mini and Wini (her real children). Gerry worked for Owens Illinois Glass Company as a quality control line worker for about 18 years until they closed. She also worked for Spectrum Systems, building circuit boards, until she retired. “Mother” (you did not call her “Mom”) loved to sew. She made all of her children’s Halloween and Mardi Gras costumes and costumes for Christmas plays, as well. She enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles, loved to dance, loved Frankie Lane, Perry Mason, country music, and David Jansen of the Fugitive TV series. Mother was a diehard Saints fan, so you did not call her when the game was on. When she wasn’t wearing the black and gold Mother’s favorite color to wear, especially going out to an event, was purple. She was an excellent cook: Paneed meat, roast, red beans and rice, spaghetti and meatballs, and everyone’s favorite -Baked Macaroni and the amount of food was always as if she still had four growing boys at home.Due to Covid concerns the family had a private service at Greenwood Cemetery on Friday, January 15, 2021. On Saturday, January 23, 2021, family and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass, and celebration of Gerry’s life, at Our Lady of Divine Providence Catholic Church, 1000 N. Starrett Rd, Metairie, LA 70003. Church opens at 10 a.m. with Mass at 12 p.m. noon. Please wear Masks and practice social distancing within and outside of the Church. 110 Person limit within the Church. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online, at www.greenwoodfh.com.

Joy Ann Pell passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Friday, January 8, 2021 at Bee Hive Home in Picayune, MS, at the age of 69. Joy was born October 16, 1951, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was the daughter of Rita Voss Heintz and James “Jim” Henry Heintz who both preceded her in death. She was one of the oldest of eight children. She is survived by her children, Paul Anthony Joseph Castiglione Jr. (Tammy), Troy Vance Castiglione Sr. (Jill) and Steven Jacob Castiglione (Brooke); her stepchildren, William Scott Pell and Kristi Pell Borden (Earl); grandchildren Alexis, Brittany, Cali, Troy Jr., Devin, Conner, Emma, Lucy, Ella, Jhett and Maxwell. She is also survived by her husband, William “Billy” Alvin Pell. They were married October 13, 1995, in a small home wedding that was filled with love. Joy, affectionately known as MeMe, was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed bowling and going to the casino and she loved her Saints. Who Dat! She retired as director at the Council of Aging in St. Bernard Parish. Joy will be deeply missed by her friends, family and all who knew her. A memorial service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2021, at Celebration Church-Lower St. Bernard Campus, 5709 E. Judge Perez Dr., Violet, LA 70092. Just when the caterpillar thought her life was over, she began to fly. Fly high with Jesus, our sweet butterfly.

Dennis Michael O’Brien, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at the age of 68. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, a resident of St. Bernard Parish until moving to Slidell after Hurricane Katrina. He was employed by Lockheed Martin for 27 years until he retired in 2009. Dennis was then employed part time by St. Joe Brick Company for eight years until his cancer diagnosis. Dennis is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie Nicosia Laurente O’Brien. He was the proud father to his only son Dennis Matthew O’Brien (Alice); as well as his step children Andrew, Jake, Nikki Montelongo (Glenn), and Kelley Buras (Jason). He was a step-grandfather to Devyn, Brennan and Liam Montelongo as well as to Chyler, Camden and Callyn Buras. Dennis also leaves behind his step-great-grandson Dominic Montelongo; his siblings Judy Dinet (Calvin), Mickie, Bobby (Shelly), Kenny (Cindy), and Pat O’Brien (Cindy). He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Matthew J. O’Brien; mother Dorothea K. Thompson O’Brien; his brother Timmy O’Brien; and his sister Gwen Cochran. Dennis’s passions were body building, classic cars and being his “own mechanic,” which he was truly a great one! A Memorial Service will be held at a later date due to COVID-19. Please visit www.honakerforestlawn.com to sign guestbook.

Reverend John Michael Ryan, a priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, died on January 12, 2021 at the age of 73. Father Ryan was born on November 16, 1948 in Templederry, Tipperary, Ireland to John and Bridget Ryan. Fr. Ryan attended elementary school in Tipperary, Ireland, and secondary school in Ennis, Ireland. He attended University College in Dublin and St. Patrick’s College in Maynooth, Ireland. Fr. Ryan attended All Hallows Seminary College in Dublin and Notre Dame Seminary and was ordained to the priesthood on May 11, 1974 in New Orleans. Fr. Ryan served as Associate Pastor at St. Louis King of France Church in Metairie, St. Rita Church in Harahan, and St. Christopher the Martyr Church in Metairie. He was Temporary Administrator at St. Jerome in Kenner, and his pastorates were at Prince of Peace Church in Chalmette, St. Anthony Church in Lafitte, and St. Gertrude Church in Des Allemands. Father Ryan leaves behind his brother Patrick J. Ryan, and sisters Patrick J, sisters Ina Martin and Ita Goff. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at 12 p.m. noon on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at St. Anthony Church, 2653 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, LA 70067. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. and continue until Mass time. Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119 in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoenfh.com. The Funeral Mass will be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/St.Anthony.St.PiusXCatholicChurch. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Anthony Church, 2653 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, LA 70067.

Sean R. Chesnut passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the age of 38. He was born on October 24, 1982 and was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 12 years, Holly Nunez Chesnut, his son, Randen, and daughter, Ryan Kate. Sean is the son of Randall Chesnut (Elsa) and the late Andrea Loden, son-in-law of Kathy Nunez and Sidney Nunez (Ann), grandson of Robert Loden (Janet) and the late Robert and Claudine Chesnut and Sara Cox, and brother of Tracy Chesnut and Christian Chesnut. Sean was a loving uncle to Kinsley and Keegan McInnis. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Sean’s biggest accomplishments were being a husband and father. He absolutely loved his family, who he referred to as his Booski, Boo, and Sis. Holly was Sean’s first and only love. He spent the last 16 years of his life being incredibly proud of her, supporting all her wild ideas, and traveling together. Sean found happiness watching his children perform on the field or the stage and was most proud of all their accomplishments. He was always active and involved in his kids’ lives. Sean absolutely loved coaching his children and so many others in the community. He often volunteered for school functions and would even randomly show up at school to read a book, teach a math lesson or have a dance party with his children’s classes. He had his own hip hop dance debut in 2020 with Ryan Kate. His favorite times with Randen was playing baseball and building anything they could think of. His most valued times with Ryan Kate was playing softball with her and taking care of their many turtles together. Sean attended Chalmette High School where he was told he was too short to be a basketball player. He then decided to attend Andrew Jackson High School to pursue golf (and then grew to be a solid 6’5). He graduated in 2000. After high school, he attended LSU briefly before moving back home to attend Nunez Community College and graduate with a Petroleum Technology degree. After obtaining his degree, he worked with Murphy/Valero for 14 years as an operator and was a member of the Emergency Response Team. After hurricane Katrina, Sean found a new passion in his life as he and Holly began renovating and building houses to sell. Prior to the hurricane, Sean did not know how to hammer a nail in the wall, but he learned quickly and built beautiful homes for his wife, children, and so many other St. Bernard residents. In addition to construction, Sean loved working out and could usually see without a shirt on to show it off. Sean loved dressing up in costumes, his favorite being his Elf onesie he would wear every December to work, and he even wore it to Ryan Kate’s school for her Christmas party. He loved washing clothes, was always willing to give a helping hand, and had a great sense of humor. Sean will be deeply missed by all those who love him. A visitation and funeral services were held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA on Thursday, January 28, 2021. Burial followed at the St. Bernard Memorial Gardens in Chalmette. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to an account set up in honor of his children “Randen and Ryan Kate Chesnut” to assist with their future educational expenses. The account is set up in their names through Gulf Coast Bank or you can use the Venmo account @ Chesnutkids.

Annie Gerace Guerrera passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at the age of 94 from a heart attack. She was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, the late Joseph A. Guerrera Sr. Daughter of the late Sam Gerace Sr. and Sarah Maddie Gerace of Bayou Current, LA. Born of 10 children and the last one to survive. She was the sister of the late Seraphine, Stella, Rosie (Fred Hebert), Josie (Reynolds Messa), Mary (Irving Galle), Frank Gerace and Anthony (Rosalie) Gerace. Loving mother of her two children, Joseph A. Guerrera Jr. (Deborah) and Barbara Guerrera Richard (Joseph). Loving grandmother of Craig (Melissa) Guerrera, Kevin (Sonia) Guerrera, Melissa (Jack) Demster, Brian (Natalie) Richard and Shawn Richard. Great grandmother of Logan Guerrera, Isabella Guerrera, Emma Demster and Gavin & Abigail Richard. Annie is also survived by one sister-in-law, Marlene Seeman, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Annie was a devoted Catholic. She was also a gifted craft maker and a very warm and friendly woman. She had many fond memories of the times she worked for Elmer’s Candy Company and Atlantic Envelope Company. Even though some of her memories faded, she always remembered her time at Elmer’s Candy Company as it must have been some of the best times of her life. She was a native of Bayou Current, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. After hurricane Katrina, Annie settled in Metairie, LA at the Whitney Place Condominiums and made a great number of close friends. She will always be remembered as a loving and loyal mother, mother-in-law and grandmother, and a caring friend who treasured her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by us all. 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 Monday, February 1, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in Annie’s memory beginning at 1 p.m. She will be laid to eternal rest with her beloved husband Joseph in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Please try to attend. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

It is with great sadness that the family of Christian “Chris” Joseph Sensebe, IV announce his passing on Sunday, January 17, 2021, at the age of 76. A resident of Tickfaw, LA, Chris was born on July 19, 1944, in New Orleans, LA, and resided in St. Bernard Parish until Hurricane Katrina. Chris will be deeply loved and missed by his sweetheart since age 11 and devoted wife of 59 years, June Zuviceh Sensebe. He forever will remain in the hearts of their three loving daughters, Karen Sensebe Dupont (David), Lorrie Sensebe Bernard (Mark), and Kim Sensebe Gritter (Joey). He will be sadly missed by grandchildren, Mandy Dupont Jackson (Ross), Josh Dupont (Hunter), Justin Dupont (Malorie), Kolby Gritter, Kylie Gritter, and Lauren Bernard Cubbage (Randell); and great-grandchildren, Jase Jackson, Dakota Dupont, Clara Dupont, Mason Cubbage, and Brielle Scrivano. He also will be lovingly remembered by his brother, Ronald Sensebe (Alainna); cousin, Patricia Melson Delaune; and a host of other family members and dear friends. Chris was preceded in death by his parents, Christian Joseph Sensebe, III and Jacqueline Waldridge Sensebe, and his grandparents, Christian Joseph Sensebe, Jr., Eva Gonzales Sensebe Attaway, Allington Waldridge and Elise Waldridge. Chris enjoyed spending time with the love of his life, June, their three daughters and their families. He was a lifetime member of the St. Bernard Pistol & Rifle Range, and had a passion for trap and competition shooting, hunting and fishing. Family and friends were received at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, 2000 N. Morrison Blvd, Hammond, Louisiana 70401 for a visitation and funeral service on Saturday, January 23, 2021. Officiant: Pastor Earl Hodges. Interment: Rose Memorial Park Mausoleum, 908 Western Avenue, Hammond, LA 70401. An online guest book is available at www.harrymckneely.com.

Evelyn “Sue” Marie Harrigan passed into eternal life on January 22, 2021. Sue was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on November 15, 1934 to Evelyn Bel and Vincent Lagattuta. She graduated from Dominican High School and Loyola University in New Orleans. She taught elementary school in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana and in Beaumont, Texas for 35 years. She was an active member in Delta Kappa Gamma Society for Outstanding Women Educators. Sue’s passion in life was tennis and she was an excellent, competitive player. She taught all three of her daughters how to play and love the game. One of her favorite things to do was to take her daughters and their friends to tournaments across the state. She was one of six local women to play in the Junior League sponsored Texas Tennis Tournament of the Stars in 1975. She and daughter, Patti, reached the national level in the Mother-Daughter Tournament that was played at Flushing Meadows during the US Open. She was fun-loving and enjoyed family vacations across the country and abroad. She loved going back to her roots and spending time with her family and friends in her beloved New Orleans. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Vincent Louis Lagattuta, Jr., daughter, Patti Marie Parrott and son-in-law, Larry Del Santo. She is survived by her husband, William Patrick, of 62 years; daughters, Kelli Del Santo and Lesli Howland (Charles) and son-in-law, Roger Parrott. Her grandchildren, Larry Del Santo (Chris), Catherine Del Santo Davis (Nik), Will Del Santo, Ryan Harrigan (Kacie), Aaron Long (Lindsie), Daniel Long (Whitney), Patrick Long (Abigayle), Kelly Howland, Mallory Howland and great-granddaughter, Eloise Marie Davis. She is also survived by her many nieces and nephews. A gathering of Mrs. Harrigan’s family and friend will be from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., with her Rosary recited at 6 p.m., Friday, January 29, 2021, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Saturday, January 30, 2021, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 6825 Gladys Avenue, Beaumont, with a private family committal to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont. Please observe social distancing guidelines. The family wishes to thank Angela Scott and her staff at Brookdale Dowlen Oaks for their thoughtful and loving care for over 5 years, the Texas Home Health Hospice nurses and tennis friends who visited her frequently. Also, a special thanks to her dear friend on-and-off the court, Sue Simcox, for all her love and support.

Paula Favalora Spencer passed away on January 9, 2021 at the age of 67 surrounded by her loving family. She is the beloved wife of 50 + years to Hubert Spencer Jr.; cherished mother of Douglas Spencer (Mort), Troy Spencer (Melissa), and Bridget Sabathe (Johnny); loving grandmother of Emily Zulli (Kenny), Dillon Sabathe, Bryce Spencer, Brodie Spencer, Dalton Sabathe, Carter Spencer, Kennedey Spencer, and Levi Spencer; and caring sister of Debbie McCrossen (Bill), Peggy Ricard (Steve), and Alfred Favalora Jr (Sharon). She is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. Paula was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, and a resident of St. Bernard Parish before moving to Slidell, Louisiana in 2000. She was born on February 18, 1953 to Esther Billings Favalora and the late Alfred Favalora. She was a graduate of Andrew Jackson High School and retired from the FBI as an Intelligence Analyst in 2016 after 33 years of dedicated service. Paula enjoyed nothing more than the time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. Her love for travel started with Hubert and her children; it continued with her grandchildren, be it at an event across the country or halfway around the world. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy, she spent most of her weekends at the ballfields cheering on her grandchildren. She loved cooking/ baking and is known by all for her famous “Lemon Cake” and “Rum Cake.” She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered for her contagious smile and giving heart by all who knew her. Her love will be missed by all. Paula battled cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer), but it never stopped her from giving out the best hugs and having a smile on her face. It would be wrong to say Paula lost her battle because she never stopped fighting. No matter how sick she was, she was determined. When anyone would have broken, Paula stayed strong. Through her, we know what resilience and perseverance truly looks like. There was no quit in Paula. Just because she is no longer here, it does not mean she lost her fight. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation (adhering to social distancing guidelines) on Saturday, January 30, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Audubon Funeral Home in Slidell. A funeral service will begin in the chapel at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to a cancer research foundation are preferred. Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.AudubonFuneralHome.com.

Angele Rose Rusignuolo Dupas passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Ochsner Medical Center in Jefferson, LA at the age of 58. She was born in New Orleans, LA and resided in Chalmette, LA for the past 23 years. Angele is an Alumni of Cabrini High School; she was a 1980 graduate. She had a special love for any animal that needed help and care, even horses. Her care for those animals was “brighter than the stars above.” Loving wife of Gino Salvadore Dupas for 27 years. She is survived by her brother Paul J. Rusignuolo. They spent their entire lives together. Daughter of the late Frank and Irene Rusignuolo. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, January 29, 2021 at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 3368 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA. Visitation begins at 10:30 a.m., until mass starts at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Louis Cemetery #3, New Orleans, LA. Condolences and tributes can be posted at www.serenitycovington.com.

Linda Jean Mancil Tucker passed away on Friday, January 22, 2021 at the age of 71. Beloved wife of Richard L. Tucker. Loving mother of Melissa Reimann (Adrian), Emmit W. Weaver (Rachelle) and the late John Paul Weaver, James “Jimmy” Allen Tucker. Daughter of the late Lenard Mancil and Janice Mancil. Daughter-in-law of the late Momma T. Sister of Olivia Mancil, Doris Dardar (Harris), Beverly Clark (Sully), Patricia Dardar (Daniel), Diane Clark (Roy), Brenda Carpenter (family friend Jim) and the late Thomas W. Mancil. Sister-in-law of the late Donald C. Weaver. Proud grandmother of Jeremy Reimann, Victoria Reimann, John Paul Weaver, Alicia Weaver and Timmy Weaver. Great grandmother of Adeline and David Reed. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. 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, January 30, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. A memorial service will begin at 3 p.m. Inurnment will be private. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Gary Lee Uplinger Sr. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of the late Marlene Lala Uplinger for 55 years. Loving father of Dean Uplinger (Michelle) and the late Gary Uplinger Jr. Brother of William Benson Uplinger of Henderson, KY. Proud grandfather of Mia, Liam, Tyler, Larry, and Marisa. Gary was born on June 12, 1943 in Brookville, PA and was a current resident of St. Bernard Parish. He was a proud US Army Veteran and was a St. Bernard Deputy in the 1980’s during the time Ralph McDougal was Sheriff. He will be forever remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His greatest joy was being able to spoil his grandbabies. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all 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 Friday, January 29, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. He will be laid to rest with military honors in Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, Slidell, LA. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Robert Eugene Vetter “a Man after God’s own heart” was born August 10, 1928 and finished his course on January 15, 2021. In July 1970, he became a follower of Jesus Christ and now he has received his eternal reward, “”Well Done, My Good and Faithful Servant.”” He was the son of Cullen and Wilma Vetter and brother to John O. Vetter He was the faithful husband to his wife Gloria Vegas Vetter for 59 years. Father to Brian (Robin), Gary (Linda), Lisa (John), Karen (Clayton) and Michelle (Mark). Grandfather to Michael, Jennifer, Megan, Mandi, Jessica, Bobby, Johnny, Clay, Justin, Brooke, Brittany, and Brennan. Great Grandfather to Peyton, Sydney, Skylar, Brandt, Braxton, Mattie, Anders, Juliet, Belle, Brer, Beau, and Alexia. Bob, a member of the famed 1945 Holy Cross Football team, joined the Marine Corps and after being wounded in action on April 23, 1951, he received the Purple Heart for his service in the Korean War. He was known by many as a successful business leader and owner of Vetter Lumber Co. He was also an ordained minister. It is here where his legacy will live on from his passion for sharing the gospel and leading countless people to Christ. From 1970-1991 He was a very influential speaker and teacher in the Catholic Charismatic Renewal. He was also a member of Word of Faith, then interim pastor of Long Beach Community Church, then associate pastor of Poydras Baptist Church. In his later years, his message was “The Best is Yet to Come.” A private funeral service will be held in his honor. He will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Bernice Cecile Thierry White was born on September 24, 1929, in Opelousas, LA departed this life on Sunday, January 10, 2021. Bernice served as the rectory cook at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chalmette, LA for over 20 years. She lived an active retirement life in service to St. David Church, attending various social functions, caring for her grand and great grandkids, and playing BINGO at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church. Bernice was the wife of the late Henry E. White. Daughter of the late Felix Thierry and Lillian Malveaux Thierry. Mother of Lois Malone (Joseph), Cynthia Swain, Henry J. White (Diane) and the late Brenda White. Sister of Rosalee Pitcher, Clifford Thierry, Calvin Thierry, Leona Smith, Alvin Thierry, and the late Wilmer Thierry, Albertha Rachal, Willard Thierry and Sylvia Thierry. Also survived by a host of family and friends to cherish her memory. Visitation and a Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at St. David Catholic Church, 5617 St. Claude Avenue New Orleans, LA Very Rev. Oswald P. Pierre-Jules, Jr., S.S.J., Celebrant. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery. You may sign the guestbook on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com.

It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the calling of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, our great Redeemer on Tuesday morning, February 2, 2021, at 6:38 a.m. At that time, Jesus sent a band of his angels to lift Paul, our youngest child, to be with Him in his Heavenly home, to the great mansion with many rooms. If this were not true, he would not have told us so. Fly high our beloved son, for you are now an angel of the Lord and finally free. Free from all the pain, struggles, and heartache you have gone through here on God’s own creation which we call the planet Earth. Your last known words were, “Mom, I love.” You also told her that you were free. When she asked you to repeat that, you told her, “I am finally free.” Yes, you are our beloved son, Paul. You are free at last. Thank you, Lord Jesus. Amen. Amen. Amen. Paul came into this world on the afternoon of March 21, 1980, at Methodist Hospital, in New Orleans East. It was the first full day of spring that year. He lived 99.99 percent of his life with his parents at their Meraux, LA, home in Cypress Gardens, except for when Katrina hit in August 2005. He so enjoyed his childhood with his siblings and all of the neighborhood children. Everyone was his friend and he loved and played hard. Paul was an intelligent child and adult and would go out of his way to give a helping hand to anyone in any way he could. He trusted and loved everyone. He would give you his last dime or the shirt off his back if need be. Paul passed away in his earthly home with his loving parents and brother-in-law nearby. He was not a person that liked being alone and did not want to die alone. He wanted to be near his family that he loved and who loved him. Deep down, he knew that he didn’t have very much time left here on earth. May he now be at peace and pain-free, in the arms of his loving Savior, Jesus Christ. It turned out to be a bright and sunny day the morning he left us, and if you looked into the sky that day, he seemed to be looking down, smiling on us saying, “I am happy, I am pain-free, and I am free at last, for as one of my tattoos said, “I am in His hands now.” Paul is survived by his loving parents, James David Grose and Mary Jo Pixley Grose; his siblings, James David Grose, Jr. and Patti Jo Grose Bene; his brother-in-law, Eugene C. Bene; nephew Aidan C. Grose; niece Mackenzie E. Grose; Godparents, Isabelle Pixley and Tony E. A. Grose, Sr.; and many, many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, friends that are too many to name here. Paul was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Daisy C. A. Nehlig Grose Breaux and Clarence F. Grose, Sr.; by his maternal grandparents, Mary V. Nunez Pixley and Willie E. Pixley; and by his step-grandparents, L. C. Breaux and Hazel N. Grose, and by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Paul was also predeceased by his three pets he had during his lifetime, Puddles, Rajah, and Deuce. Puddles, Rajah, and Kahn (Patti and Gene’s dog) perished during evacuation for Hurricane Rita in Texas, on Thursday, September 22, 2005, due to 106-degree heat. Deuce passed away in 2018. A visitation will be held at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 2825 Paris Rd., in Chalmette, on Friday, February 19, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A funeral service, officiated by Pastor Sandra Barnes, will begin at 1 PM. He will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, on Virtue Street, in Chalmette. Due to state and church guidelines for COVID-19, face coverings must be worn at all times. Attendance for the church service is limited to 58. In lieu of flowers, please plant a tree, make donations in Paul’s name to Gethsemane Lutheran Church, any animal rescue organization or any charity of your choice.

Nancy Flores Guy passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 in Metairie, LA, surrounded by loved ones at the age of 56. She was born in 1964 in New Orleans, LA. A former resident of Arabi, LA, she also resided in Metairie, LA, since 2006. Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, Louis H. Flores, Jr. and Maxine Schubert Flores. She is survived by her loving husband of 19 years, Wayne Michael Guy, their two daughters Mary Maxine Guy, and Meredith Anne Guy, her siblings Elizabeth Flores Fronistas, Holly Flores Donnelly, and Louis H. Flores III. Nancy was a graduate of Loyola College of Music. In Arabi, she was the Co-Director of the St. Louise de Merillac Children’s Choir and Ensemble and the Co-Director of the St. Bernard Parish Choruses - Children’s, Youth, and Show - for many years. She was the Office Administrator at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic School where she began a weekly children’s rosary devotion and directed the girls’ choir. Most recently, she was Cantor and Director of Music at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. She also cantered at St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church in Arabi, St. Ann Catholic Church in Metairie, St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church in Metairie, and Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church in Kenner. Nancy enjoyed her time as the lead female singer with the Accounts Receivable band. Previously she was a singer with Jubilation, a big-band style band. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 6425 W. Metairie Avenue, Metairie, LA 70003 on February 13, 2021 at Noon. Visitation is from 10 a.m. until Mass begins at Noon. Interment: St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, New Orleans, LA. Arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Covington, LA. Condolences and tributes can be posted at www.serenitycovington.com.

Virginia Gervais Hurstell, passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021 in Pearl River, LA, at the age of 98. Virginia was born on December 2, 1922 to the late Louis Gervais and Virginia Lawrence and was a longtime resident of Chalmette, LA and then Slidell, LA after Hurricane Katrina. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Laurence “Fritz” Hurstell and siblings , Theodora “Teddy” Hanley, Ernest Gervais, Eldrige Gervais, Lawrence Gervais and Nathan Gervais. She is survived by two daughters, Vanessa Ponthier (Kent) and Renee’ DiVincenti (Anthony); two grandchildren, Kerry Ponthier and Kimberly Ponthier (Ricky); six great-grandchildren, Brandon Ponthier (Ashley), Ashlin Hurst, Andrew Ponthier, Abby Ponthier, Desi Delgado and Grayson Robin. One Great-Great Grandson, Carter Ponthier. She will be greatly missed by her immediate family, nieces, nephews and loving friends. The family would like to thank Concerned Care Hospice, especially Gina Grady, April Brandt and Jancy Marshall. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA on Thursday, February 11, 2021 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. A funeral Service will begin at 1 p.m. Burial will take place at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens in Chalmette. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To View and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.