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Richard Vanderbrook Obituary

Richard Cyril Vanderbrook ("Big Rich"), age 72, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 14, 2021 surrounded by his family. A native New Orleanian, Big Rich graduated from De La Salle High School and attended Loyola University. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and then worked in the maritime industry for 55 years beginning with SGS Control Services and then with Ports Americas, Inc. Big Rich was a devout Catholic who lived for his faith, his family, and his work. He was a long-winded storyteller with a fierce love for Tab, Marlboro Lights, chocolate covered graham crackers, and his grandchildren. His life was centered around immediate and extended family, as he enjoyed all the activities and passions of each of them. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cyril J. Vanderbrook and Dorothy Hamm Vanderbrook, and his son, Christopher J. Vanderbrook. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Julie Capella Vanderbrook, his children: Richard C. Vanderbrook, Jr. (Kristy) and their children, Richard, Grace, and Claire; Elizabeth Vanderbrook Knower (Lance) and their children, Madeline, Jackson, William, and Katherine; Mary Katherine Vanderbrook; Victoria Vanderbrook Major (Michael) and their children, Marin, Michael, and Margaret; Dorothy Margaret "Meg" Bankston (Ben) and their children, Molly, Beau, and Joseph as well as a very large extended family and countless friends. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church, 130 Baronne St., New Orleans on Saturday, February 20, 2021. Visitation will be held from 10am - 12pm with Mass at 12pm. Private interment will follow. To view and sign the guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 17 to Feb. 20, 2021.

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Susan Ehret King

September 1, 2021

Just read that Richard passed. I am so sorry to hear this news. He was indeed blessed to have you, his children and grandchildren in his life. Thinking of you through your sorrow. Much love, Susan Ehret King

Maria Ovella Siebenkittel

February 20, 2021

Julie and the entire Vanderbrook Family:

We are sorry for your loss. Our daily thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time of sorrow. Richard has left you with so many wonderful memories that you will hold in your heart. He is now living in the Land of the Lord. May he Rest In Peace.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Glenn and Maria Ovella Siebenkittel

Lisa and Hank Arrington

February 20, 2021

Special Thoughts and Prayers of peace for Capella and Vanderbrook families

Lisa and Hank Arrington

Pat and Byron Eiermann

February 20, 2021

Dear Julie & Family,
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Richard.
We cherish fond memories from our teen years.
May he R.I.P.
Pat and Byron Eiermann
Cypress, Texas

Catherine Orgeron

February 19, 2021

Julie and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Richie’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this special time!! Love Catherine Orgeron

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Deloris Trout

February 18, 2021

Julie, Vickie, Meg and the rest of the family, Bud and I send our heartfelt sympathy with our condolences to you all in the loss of Big Rich. He was such a nice and friendly man and will be missed by all his friends and family. We are praying for peace for all of you. Love to you all, Bud and Deloris Trout

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Larry Scott

February 18, 2021

Richard Vanderbrook was a good friend to many at Wisner-St. Stephen-DLS-Loyola. He always went over to talk everyone and share some old memories. Richard was a gentleman and well liked by all, may you rest in peace. My prayers are with the Vanderbrook and Capella families.

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Tommy and Nanette McCrossen

February 17, 2021

Julie and Family, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Tommy and Nanette McCrossen (Coworker and Friend)

Theresa Simoneaux

February 17, 2021

Sending condolences to Julie from Theresa Simoneaux, Mary Jane's Ursuline classmate and from the Jules and Nancy Simoneaux family, who lived just around the block from Julie and Richard when they lived on Vicksburg St. in Lakeview.

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Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church

130 Baronne St., New Orleans, LA

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20

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12:00 p.m.

Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church

130 Baronne St., New Orleans, LA

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