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Kenneth Perschall Obituary

Kenneth Louis Perschall passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2014. He was 73 years old. He is survived by his children, Karen Perschall Echegarrua (Ivan), Sharon Perschall Howard (Brian), Kenneth M. Perschall (Laura), Shelley Perschall, and Joshua Perschall Lemoine (Lynn); grandchildren, Cameron, Corey, Loriana, Elizabeth, Alexa, Ava, and Lucy; siblings, Leslie J. Perschall, Jr. (Charlene), Raymond Perschall (Joann), Barry Perschall (Elsa), Warren Perschall, Diana Perschall Olivieri, and Geralyn Perschall Honeman (Tom); Sister-in-law, Janet Perschall; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie J. and Marie Clesi Perschall, and his brother, Robert Perschall. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. in New Orleans, on Thursday, December 4, 2014 at 1:00PM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. A visitation will be held at the funeral home beginning at 11:00AM. To view and sign the guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Dec. 1 to Dec. 4, 2014.

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Alesha Raney

December 11, 2014

To the Perschall Family, you have my sincerest condolences for your loss. I hope you find some peace in during this difficult time.

December 5, 2014

Kenneth, may you rest in peace. Our condolences to the Perschall Family.

Frank and Diane Incrivaglia

Sharon Perschall

December 3, 2014

Daddy - I know you are at peace and rest.. Love you!!

Cindy LeJeune

December 3, 2014

To the Perschall Family,

Sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. He was good to me and my family.

Kenny, Karen, Sharon,Shelley and Josh; I've never seen anyone who loved his children more than your Dad loved you all. You were his pride and joy.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Boo Marquez

December 2, 2014

Kenneth and his brothers and sisters were my extended family. Tonti Auto Repairs was my home away from home. Eternal love, Boo Marquez, Port Street Gang

Jim LeJeune

December 2, 2014

Kenny was my first mentor . Words can not discribe the life lessons this man taught me.


Jim E. LeJeune

December 2, 2014

HE Will Raise Him Up On Eagle's Wings,

Bear Him On The Breath Of Dawn,

Make HIm To Shine Like The Sun,

And Hold Him In The Palm Of HIS Hand.

An Old Friend.

Ann Cyulotta

December 2, 2014

Josh and Lynn, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Jean & Frank Lugo

December 1, 2014

Perschall Family. I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of your brother Kenny. It's been so long since I have seen any of you. We also just loss my sister Linda in September. May the Lord be with you and give you comfort at this time. Port Street neighbor. Jean Gonsoulin Lugo.

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