Photo courtesy of Honaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Slidell
Slidell, Louisiana
Allen “Alpo” Michael Poche’, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, surrounded by his loving family after a fearless and brief fight against cancer. He was 65 years of age. Survived by his life long love, Dolores Crain. He was the father of Michelle Annette Poche’ and grandfather of Jordan Perry, Brandon Abadie and London Abadie. He was the youngest son of the late Madison J. Poche’, Sr., and Alma Yaeger Poche’. Brother of Madison J. Poche’, Jr., Marcia Poche’ Plaisance and the late Ria Daigle Poche’. Also survived by three nieces, two nephews and eight great-nieces and great- nephews. Allen was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Slidell until his untimely death. Describing his extraordinary ability, beautiful sounds and personal connection to the guitar is impossible. From his many loving friends and admirers, far and wide, who were impacted by his unique talent, inspiration and spirit—rest easy.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Celebration of his life at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA, on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Donations to any musical charity of your choice, preferred, in lieu of flowers.
Read MoreWas thinking of you this evening Alpo. When you passed heaven got a great talent. Miss ya my brother and friend.
Ruel Pate
October 11, 2023 | Timberville, VA | Friend
There are two kinds of pain in the world: pain that hurts, and pain that changes you.
My heart is broken.
I am altered.
We all know what a great musician Allen was. He was one of the best. But if you take away that label, you just have a man- that's who I want to talk about.
The man I knew and loved for 47 years was a person I grew up and grew old with. He was my best friend, and I was his. He told me everything that was on his mind.
This man was my life long love....
Dolores Crain
May 27, 2019 | Slidell, LA | Significant_other
It is hard for me to think of you as gone, as you have always been a part of me and you will always hold a place in my heart. I thought of you often and recently spoke of you to a colleague telling them about my cousin the musician.
I was lucky to have you as a cousin and friend.
You will be missed.
Your comrade in mischief.
Jimmy Guidroz
Jim Guidroz
May 23, 2019 | Fishers, IN | Family
I opened my store, "IS MUSIC INC" in Chalmette in December, 1974, intended to sell only records & tapes. Soon I had to go back into the musical instrument business. I am assuming that in 1975+ I sold Allen (AlPo) a guitar, maybe his first. Chalmette had LOTS of guitar players during that period. The list is quite long. AlPo's personality made him one of my favorite customers. For my recording productions at my studio, I tried to get AlPo into as many as possible. He did a fantastic job on the...
Gary Edwards
May 21, 2019 | New Orleans, LA | Friend
Al and I @the Famous Door on Bourbon St.when he played there.RIP.my buddy will miss you especially Christmas time.
My buddy I knew him through Cypress a band i'm friends with.Al was a cool and awesome friend.I will miss him dearly.RIP.my buddy.
Andrew Johnson
May 21, 2019 | Waggaman, LA | Friend
I knew Al through Cypress really sorry he was an awesome friend
Andrew Johnson
May 21, 2019 | Waggaman, LA | Friend
What a great guy and wonderful musician many great memories listening to you play and you always had a smile and a joke RIP Alpo heavens band just gained another member prayers and thoughts to the family on your loss
Sherry Tassin
May 20, 2019 | Slidell, LA | Friend
It was a great honor, and a wonderful joy , to share the stage with such a artist. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Thanks for everything- Alpo..
Allan Harang
May 20, 2019 | Metairie, LA | Friend
It was my good fortune to meet Al in the early 1970's, when he was with the Wing Brothers. They called themselves that because they lived in Wing, Alabama. These were interesting times for sure. It has been a privilege and a pleasure to be his friend. My deepest sympathy to all his loved ones.
William Moore
May 20, 2019 | Pensacola, FL | Friend
