Obituaries

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Carlos Rafael Quintana

Carlos Rafael Quintana of Mandeville, La., passed away on April 14, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family at the age of 92. He was a native of La Ceiba, Honduras, born on January 26, 1932, and raised in Panama City, Panama.
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Kenneth Gerard Dufour

Kenneth Gerard Dufour, also known as 'The Roch,' passed away on April 11, 2024 in New Orleans, La., at the age of 67. He was born on October 7, 1956. Kenneth was a dedicated parishioner at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. In 2013, he was awarded The Order of St.
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Kelly Nunez Breaux

With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Kelly Nunez Breaux who passed away surrounded by her loving family at the age of 63. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and an indomitable spirit. Kelly was the loving wife of Ronald Breaux for 43 wonderful years.
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Germaine Rose “Gerose” Cazzetta D’Aunoy

Germaine Rose “Gerose” Cazzetta D’Aunoy was born on March 25, 1933 and died in Scottsdale, Az., on April 4, 2024. She was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish and member of one of the original families who settled in St. Bernard over four generations ago.
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Doris Rome Garrity

Doris Rome Garrity entered into eternal rest on April 11, 2024 at the age of 92. She was the beloved wife of the late John Elmer Garrity, Jr. They were married for 62 wonderful years. She was a resident of Chalmette, La., until Hurricane Katrina and, later lived in Harahan, La.
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Erin Marie LeJeune Herrin

Erin Marie LeJeune Herrin passed away peacefully at her home on April 11, 2024, from a lengthy illness. Born on April 7, 1986, in New Orleans, La., she was raised in Chalmette and a resident of Baton Rouge since 2004. Always the consummate performer, her love of dance started early in life.
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David Paul Johnson

David Paul Johnson passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at the age of 68. Son of the late Frederick Johnson Sr. and the late Myrna Sahuque Johnson. Loving father of Patrick Johnson, Matthew Johnson and Justin Johnson. Father-in-law of Geena Caronna Johnson.
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Shirley Lynam

Shirley Lynam entered the glory of heaven’s gates on Wednesday April, 10, 2024 at the age of 97. Born on October 4, 1926 in New Orleans, La., Shirley was a devoted housewife of the late Sidney Lynam Sr, who she cherished and adored.
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Ambrose Michiels, Jr.

Ambrose Michiels, Jr., passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the age of 86. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Earline Michiels, and his parents, Myrtle and Ambrose Michiels, Sr.
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Phyllis K. Peralta

Phyllis K. Peralta passed away with her daughter, Loretta Gill by her side, at Loretta's residence in Savanna, Ok., at the age of 93. She retired from the New Orleans Parish School Board after 30 plus years. Phyllis was a volunteer at St. Tammany Parish Hospital for 14+ years.