Barbara Ann Mahne

1941 - 2013

Barbara Ann Mahne obituary, 1941-2013, Metairie, LA

BORN

1941

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Garden of Memories Funeral Home

4900 Airline Drive

Metairie, Louisiana

Barbara Mahne Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 18, 2013.

Barbara Ann Mahne entered into her heavenly rest at noon on Sunday at Canon Hospice in Metairie. She was born in Maurepas, LA and was a resident of Metairie for most of her life.
A graduate of Maurepas High, Barbara served the children of Jefferson Parish as a teacher's aide for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hiram and Linda, and her eldest son, Robert.
Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, Robert Mahne, Sr. She also is survived by her sisters, Mary Linda and Fay, her daughter, Rebecca and son-in-law, Lyle Sapera; her son, Kevin, and her daughter-in-law, Monica Mahne; and four grandchildren, Christopher Mahne, Stephanie and Theresa Sapera, and Celine Mahne.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at the Garden of Memories, 4900 Airline Drive; on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 1:00 pm. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery.

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September 26, 2013

Just wanted to send my deepest condolences to you and your family. So sorry I could not be there to say goodbye to Barbara. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace. Patsy Stephens Reeves

September 21, 2013

Dear Bobby and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. I am sorry I won't be able to make for the services today. Please give her sisters my love. Patsy(Stephens) and Billy Reeves

September 20, 2013

Dear Rebecca, Kevin and family our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love & Hugs
Janice and John Wells

September 19, 2013

Tish Began

Dear Kevin & Family,

I just wanted to offer my condolences on the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful lady and I have many fond memories of her. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

September 19, 2013

Mary Lee Stephens Helmke

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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