All Tributes - Metairie, LA

Joel Richard Phillips, Jr. (Bubba) passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021 at the age of 60.  He was born in Bessmer, AL and resided in River Ridge, LA. He graduated from East Jefferson High School and was employed with National Polyfab Co., Inc. He was previously employed with the Carpenters Local 1846 and Entergy. He was the son of Joyce Glasscox Phillips and the late Joel Richard Phillips, Sr.  He was the father of Joel Richard Phillips, III and Sandra Nicole Phillips and...

Reverend James Robert Mackey, 73, changed his address from earth to heaven on November 30, 2021 at Ochsner Baptist Hospital in New Orleans, LA with his family at his side. He is survived by his beloved wife Pamela Stahl Mackey, to whom he was married for forty-three years; his son Stephen Paul Mackey, his daughter Sarah Mackey Parks (Matthew), as well as four grandchildren: Emma, Eli, Oliver, and Owen. He was predeceased by his parents, Paul Dee Mackey and Emma Lou Pollard Mackey, and by an...

Nolan Joseph “Doc” Gauthier passed away at home with his family at his side on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the age of 86. He was born in Hessmer, LA to the late Deo and Loretta Ponthier. Beloved husband of Gertrude Gauthier and devoted father of Keith Gauthier (Ginger), Vanessa G. Odems (late, Mel), Joe Gauthier, and the late Vickie G. Snell. Brother of Nan G. Goudeau (Hank). Also survived by his grandchildren: Kyle Gauthier, Jena S. Rogers, and Sean M. Snell, and his...

On Saturday, November 27, 2021, Leona Madalyn Robichaux Clade - mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother - drew her last breath at her home in Metairie, LA. She was 91. Born in New Orleans, Leona’s professional career took her from banking officer to restaurateur, first as owner of Leona’s Il Ristorante in New Orleans and then as owner of two Ruth’s Chris Steakhouses in Dallas, Texas. Leona was the devoted mother of Susan Clade, Patricia Clade Brechtel (Skip), and Denise...

Marco Cosimo Culotta, age 88, passed away suddenly Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Slidell Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He is predeceased by his parents, Angelina and Cosimo Culotta, his brother, Leonard Culotta, his dear wife of 45 years Rose Mary Culotta, and his subsequent loving life partner of 17 years, Freda O. Green. He is survived by his many nieces, grand-nieces and great-grand-nieces; his nephews, grand-nephews and great-grand-nephews, who all loved him dearly, and...

Charlotte Chabaud Scallan, 77, of Kenner, Louisiana, passed away November 29, 2021. Charlotte was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on June 27, 1944. Charlotte was an International Shipping Coordinator until she retired. She was the mother of two children and the grandmother to two children. She enjoyed cooking, family gatherings and had a wonderful sense of humor. Her home was always open to friends, family, and anyone in need. She is survived by her children Joseph Arves (Lori) and Jennifer...

Linda Cullia Combe earned her Heavenly Angel wings and was called Home Thursday, November 18, 2021. Linda loved Jesus, life, her family, her friends and her furbabies.  She loved doing for others, traveling and dancing and just loving life. She was loved by all whose lives she touched. She is survived by her two sisters, Joan Pepin (late, Bill Pepin) and Nancy Dupont (Clovis); her brother, Patrick Cullia (Jackie); and her lifelong friend, Hedy Hebert. She is also survived by 3 nephews, 6...

John Bernard “J.B.” Liberto was called home by Our God on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. He was the son of the late Ignatius “Nat” and Mary Badali Liberto. He was predeceased by his loving wife of over 54 years, Patricia “Patsy” Canal Liberto, and his eldest son, John Bernard “Jay” Liberto, Jr.  He is survived by his children, Mary Patricia “Mary Pat” Liberto Walter (Johnny), Patrick John “P.J.” Liberto (Molly) and...

Donald John Dessauer, a native of Metairie, Louisiana, who served his country in the Navy Reserves, died peacefully at his home on Monday, November 22, 2021 at the age of 72 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Beloved husband of 47 years to Emelda (Mellie) Boudoin. Son of the late Donald Patin Dessauer and Agnes Mae Rice. Loving father of Donnie Dessauer (Megan Shurley), Emmie Dessauer Golemi (Jared Golemi) and Ross Dessauer (Rachel Ramaker). Brother of Michael (Mickey)...

Abraham H. Wilcox, Jr., lovingly known as “Junior” passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at the age of 77. Born November 29, 1943, in New Orleans, LA to the late Barbara Riggio Wilcox and Abraham H. Wilcox. Junior was a mechanic for his entire career, majority of which was working alongside his brother at K&J Truck Repair. Music ran through his veins and straight to his feet. He was the life of every party and never met a stranger. He enjoyed nothing more than frying and boiling...