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Herbert Patnett Obituary

PATNETT Herbert J. Patnett, at the age of 86, passed away on Wednesday November 23, 2011 at West Jeff Medical Center after succumbing to a lengthy illness. Beloved husband to the late Joyce Ferrouillet Patnett, his wife of 50 yrs. Mr. Patnett was native New Orleans and recent resident of Harvey, La. Father of Donna (Lincoln) Alexis, David, Daniel and Darrell (Stephanie) Patnett. Grandfather of Angela, Leslie, Makita, Dawn, Monica, David Jr. and Justus. Brother of Melvin (Mary) Patnett. Uncle of Gilda, Marva, Roxanna, Denise and Johnny. He is also survived by 9 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. He retired from the United States Postal Service and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army after serving during WWII which included tours in Africa, France and Japan. Herbert led a very thoughtful and unselfish life as would family and friends attest, and he will be missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM on Monday, December 5, 2011 at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, 4700 Pineda St. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until mass time. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guest book.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 30 to Dec. 4, 2011.

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Talasia Robinson

December 5, 2011

I am so saddend by the loss of a great man...My condolences for the Patnett Family...

Leslie Everage and Family

December 5, 2011

To Ms. Donna,

I can remember the love you always had for your parents. I know that both of them will continue to look down on you and your family from the heavens. You and your family have meant so much to us (The Everages) over the years and we will forever be grateful that you all were in our lives. My sons are who they are because of you and your warmth and guidance you gave them growing up. Blessings to all of you.

Stacie Boisseau-Moody

December 4, 2011

Dear Roxanna,

It's been a very long time but I'm sorry to hear of your Uncle's passing. I pray that GOD extends HIS comforting arms to embrace you in this difficult time.

Be Blessed,

Stacie M. Boisseau-Moody
(Rivers Frederick Jr. High)

Alison Richards

December 3, 2011

Donna, David, Danny and Darryl,

Mr. Herbert joins Ms. Joyce now. I know that, like my mom, he never stopped missing her. They will be forever in my prayers.

Bryan Oubre

December 2, 2011

Donna,David,Danny,Darryl May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Can't Heal.

Herbert Encalarde

December 1, 2011

I worked with Mr.Patnett in Plant Maintenance in the late 1960's. I could never thank him enough for the help and guidance he gave me when I first joined the maintenance department. He was a good friend and he will be missed.

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