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Randy Galland Obituary

Randy Paul Galland passed from this life on Monday, December 11, 2017 in Alexandria, LA after a brief illness. Randy, a special child of God, was born on December 4, 1961 to the late Zenella Burns and Leo Galland.  He was also preceded in death by his sister Donna G. Jackson and her son Scott Stevens. Randy is survived by siblings Nathan J. Galland (Sally) and Darlene G. Barrios (Chris) as well as four nephews, four nieces, five great nieces and two great nephews.  Randy will always be remembered for his love of family, animals, and arts and crafts.  Friends and relatives are invited to the funeral service on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at 11:00 AM at St. Francis Xavier  Church, 444 Metairie Rd., Metairie, LA 70005  with visitation from 9:30 AM until service time.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Archdiocese of New Orleans-God's Special Children Ministry (a special needs group), c/o Peter Quirk, 1000 Howard Avenue, Suite 800, New Orleans, LA 70113.

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

Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Dec. 26 to Dec. 28, 2017.

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Debbie Soldani

December 27, 2017

Randy was a special person inside and out. Remember how Happy he was when we walk into a room . Elsie and Debbie will always have a place for you in our heart . Thanks for the great memories you gave us . Will miss ya from Soldani Family

December 26, 2017

God will give the family peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.

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