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Gary Pellegrini Obituary

PELLEGRINI Gary J. Pellegrini passed away on Monday, January 20, 2014 at the age of 53. Beloved husband of Leisa Pellegrini. Stepfather of Misty Encardes. Son of Shirley and the late Donald Pellegrini. Brother of Terry Pellegrini (Kerri) and Sherri Saizan (Sonny). Grandfather of Kerri and Sierra Encardes. Son-in-Law of Florita Hyde. Uncle of Justin Pellegrini, Brett Pellegrini and Shane Saizan. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and great friends. Gary was a native of New Orleans and a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish. He was employed by Help! Air Conditioning & Heating Co., Inc. for 16 years. Gary will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Special thanks to the owners and employees of Help! Air Conditioning & Heating Co., Inc. for their unconditional support and generosity. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, on Monday, January 27, 2014 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. A memorial service will begin at 1:00 PM. Inurnment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 21 to Jan. 26, 2014.

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January 28, 2014

Shirley, Terry and Sherri, we were so sorry to hear about Gary! You have our deepest sympathy and prayers! Words cannot express the sorry we have for loss! May God bless your in your time of need! Sorry we could not come in person to express of condolences! Love Sue and E.J. Mirambell

Yvette & Rooster Pohlmann

January 27, 2014

Mrs. Shirley, Sherri, and Terry....and all of your family. Condolences go out to all you. We are praying the Lord gets you through this, while remembering and celebrating Gary's life. Prayers for all of you.

Ernest & Stephanie Stephens

January 26, 2014

Our sincere condolences to the Pellegrini family on the loss of Gary. Our earnest thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

January 25, 2014

Shirley,so sorry to hear about Gary's passing,our prayers go out to you and your family at this most sad time. Ernie and Flo Stephens

Jim & Hazel Cooley

January 24, 2014

Shirley and family: Our prayers and our hearts go out to you and your loved ones.

Nancy Powell Alphonso

January 24, 2014

To the Pellegrini Family,
I am so sorry for your Loss. Prayers are being lifted for your family at this most difficult time.

Stephanie Guercio

January 23, 2014

Ms Shirley, so sorry for your loss. I think of you and mr Donald and my time caring for him often. Your whole family is in my prayers.

Schelita Peters Leufroy

January 23, 2014

Shirley and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Miss CC

January 23, 2014

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Dora Smith & Family

January 22, 2014

Pellegrini Family,

I was so sadden when I received call from the office of Help A/C today. Mr Gary has been my parents serv teech for many, many years. He was an amazing person. My father enjoyed talking to him when ever he came out. We wanted no other tech than Mr Gary. From my family to yours, may your hearts and souls find peace and comfort. Mr Gary is gone but will never be forgotten.

Wendy & Randall

January 22, 2014

We are greatly saddened by Gary's passing. Leisa, so glad that Gary was a part of your life and will always be in your memories and watching over you as he will be in ours.

Barbara Forestier

January 22, 2014

My heart and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

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