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Fetene Gebremeskel Obituary

Fetene Mamo Gebremeskel was born on July 1st, 1953, and passed away on August 13, 2015, at the age of 62. He was the beloved husband of Bekelech Woldeyohanis for 34 years and father of Kumneger Fetene Mamo, Frezer Fetene Mamo, Birtukan Fetene Dupree and Ephrem Fetene Mamo. He was the son of Mamo Gebremesekl and Abazash Negari and a brother of Tafesch Mamo Gebremeskel , Adanch Mamo Gebremeskel and Mulugeta Mamo Gebremeskel. The grandfather of two. In addition to his immediate family, he is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends. He was educated in Jimma, Ethiopia and graduated from Addis Ababa University. Fetene worked at Wush Wush Tea Plantation as a Director for over 10 years then moved to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and continued his career as Coffee Export Consultant. In 2001, Fetene moved to New Orleans, Louisiana with his family and worked several jobs. Fetene often enjoy spending time with his family. Fetene was dedicated and loving father, companion and a friend to many. Fetene will be forever remembered and deeply missed by all who know him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Saturday August 22, 2015 from 10AM – 11aM at St. Basil Orthodox church, 3916 Hudson St. Metairie, La 70006. A funeral mass will follow at 11aM. Arrangements entrusted to Lake Lawn Metairie funeral home

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Aug. 19 to Aug. 22, 2015.

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Jenberu woldesenbet

September 4, 2015

Fêtene Mamo was a long time manager of Wash Wash Tea Devt. Project.He was hard working, cleve & wise. His leadership was aappriciated. He has the ability to organize & direct staff members.His endless effort developed about 3000 ha of tea land and manage construction of one huge tea processing factory which is a big asset to the country. I can truly say that wish wish is on your legacy.I wish your name remains printed in the plplantation forever. Bekelu, kume, your brother I know your loss is so great.You miss him in so many ways.Fete will be missed by me & all his Co - workers back home.Rest . Fête rest in peace.Bekelu my heartfelt condolence to you & your children.Let God bless the rest of all the family members.

Getachew Tefera W/senbet

September 1, 2015

I feel very very sad. Because Fetu was my lovely brother.

Engdawork Zegeye

August 26, 2015

Dear my friend Fetene, I remember all our high school life. It is painful to loose a friend that you know starting your child hood. Let God be with your family.

Meshesha Garano

August 21, 2015

Rest in peace

Abeba Haile

August 21, 2015

Your kindness and your good deeds remain in our heart, you will be missed by many, Gash Fetene, May God rest rest your soul in peace!

Abeba Haile

August 21, 2015

Your kindness and your good deeds remain in our heart,you will be missed by many, May rest in peace gash Fetene!

Selamawit Messele

August 21, 2015

Kumye i am really sorry about your loss may God keep his soul in heaven and my condolence to all of your family and you.God be with u.

Yibeltal Alemayehu

August 21, 2015

Rest in Peace!

Engdawork Zegeye

August 20, 2015

Me dear friend, rest in peace.
Let God be with your family.

nuria mohmead

August 20, 2015

R.i.p father

August 20, 2015

Kumneger, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the love of God continue to strengthen your family.With Heartfelt Condolence,
Your friend Nancy

Meaza Tadesse

August 20, 2015

Rest in peace! my thoughts and prayer are with your family.

Berhanu Taye

August 20, 2015

Rest in peace my dear friend.

Dereje Aydefer

August 19, 2015

Rest in peace!

Etsegenet Lee

August 19, 2015

Those we love don't go away, they walk besaid us everyday unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, rest & a peace Father!

Janice Baptiste

August 19, 2015

Rest in peace. You are in a better place, no pain. My prayers are with you Kume & family. May you find strength in comfort in knowing many are praying God's strength upon you during this difficult time. Love Always!

Biniyam Taddese

August 19, 2015

I dont know a better way to express my feeling for Loss of Ato Fetene "TILIK SEW" , I am deeply saddened to hear that Ato Feten passed. I will be praying for you.

August 19, 2015

MAY GOD EVER BLESS AND KEEP THIS FAMILY DOING THIS TIME. REMEMBER ALTHOUGH YOU LOVE HIM GOD LOVED HIM BEST. YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS KUMIE. SANDRA FRANKLIN

Ibrahim bedru

August 19, 2015

Rest in peace

Mesay Wodajo

August 19, 2015

RIP Ato fetene you will be missed ...you are in the better place now ! I will always remember how strong , prave and you are . You are true definition of fighter ...

Amarech Dender

August 19, 2015

Rest in peace!

tsehay gebreab

August 19, 2015

Rest in peace fetene.you will truly be missed.you are in a better place now.we wish you stayed with us for a little longer, specially for your family.our thoughts and prayer are with your family.we know now God kept you right by his side.we will never forget you.you were one of a kind.one day we will see each other on the other side, until then we are going to keep you in our prayer.

Rebka Aleme

August 19, 2015

May you Rest in Peace....

kumneger Fetene

August 19, 2015

I have been watching my strong and loving father decline drastically over the last few months but the strength and hope in his face gets me going. He is a hero and inspiration for all his children. I will miss my father more than word can say! Rest in Peace Fetu!

Daniel Kebede

August 18, 2015

Rest In Peace my friend.

Birtukan Dupre

August 17, 2015

I wish I could have said, "Bye Father". I'm happy that you no longer have to endure the pain. You are in a much happier place, I'm sure. You will truly be missed. Say hi to my grandparents my mom and uncle. Will see you, in the future sometime. Love always-your daughter, Burte

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