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2018

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Charles Chassaignac Obituary

Charles L. Chassaignac III passed away on Wednesday, January 17 2018, at the age of 77. He was born in New Orleans on October 12, 1940. Charles is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Carla Hendrickson Chassaignac; children Charles L. Chassaignac IV wife Cherie Lorio Chassaignac; Henry R. Chassaignac wife Florence Chassaignac and Dr. Jeannette C. Neusetzer husband Dr. Scott M. Neusetzer; grandchildren Arthur J., Raymond L. and Carson R. and Marguerite Grace Chassaignac, Helen M. and Henry A. Neusetzer; sister Judith Chassaignac, brother-in-law Dr. Kenneth McLeod as well as many cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Arthur W. Chassaignac and Jeannette Livaudais Chassaignac; sister Jeannette C. McLeod. Charles graduated from Tulane University and LSU School of Law. He served in the United States Air Force. He was an attorney with Chaffe McCall for 35 years and later, managing partner at the time of his retirement in 2004. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass in the Chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Monday, January 22, 2018 at 11:00am. Visitation beginning at 9:30am. Interment will be private. For those so desiring donations may be made in his memory to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com .

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 18 to Jan. 21, 2018.

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Andrea Hendrickson

January 23, 2018

Carla, I am sorry for your loss and that I was unable to be with you in your time of need. I have been praying for you and the family and I will continue to lift you all in prayer to our Heavenly Father.

Much love to you and all the family.

Mary Frances

January 23, 2018

Carla, Thinking of you and sorry I was not with you yesterday. Sending hugs and my love to all.
-Mary Francis

John Olinde

January 23, 2018

Charlie was a mentor to many of us at Chaffe McCall and was a skillful advocate, patient teacher, great leader, a true professional and a joy to work with. We had many good times together, and we miss him. He was very proud of his family. My sympathies to you and may Charlie rest in peace.

George Domas

January 22, 2018

Carla,My sincere condolences on Charles' passing. I recall fondly the many activities our families shared, with Charles always playing a central role.George Domas

Joyce Kirkland

January 22, 2018

My prayers and condolences go out to Carla, Chase, Henry, Jeanne and your beautiful family. I had been fortunate to work with Charlie for many years at Chaffe, McCall and know him to be an intelligent, kind and loving person. Love, Joyce

John Alsobrook

January 22, 2018

My sincerest condolences to the Chassaignac family. I am very sorry for your loss.

Gaynell Santalucito

January 22, 2018

My condolences goes out to the Chassaignac family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Ellie Avegno

January 22, 2018

My sincere sympathy to the family of Charles, who was a good man and always a gentleman. May he rest in God's peace.

Lindsey Edison

January 21, 2018

Sending all of my love and prayers to the Chassaignac Family. Thinking of all of you.

Stephen Domas

January 20, 2018

Remembering Mr. Chassaignac and feeling nostalgic for canoe/camping trips, LSU/Tulane football games, Mardi Gras on St. Charles avenue and many other events and moments. My condolences go out to Carla, Chase, Henry and Jeanne. He was always a true gentleman and you were all a big part of our lives growing up in New Orleans. Stephen Domas

January 20, 2018

Sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May the God of all comfort sustain each of you during your time of grief.

January 20, 2018

Deepest sympathy the Chassaignac family. Although we lose our loved ones all to quickly, may the loving promise found at Hosea 13:14, where our God promises to empty the graves in the near future sustain and comfort you all. We can take comfort in all his promises, because we know it's impossible for the Almighty God to lie.

Jane Bucano

January 19, 2018

To the Chassaignac family. We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for your comfort during this difficult time. My most fondest memory was of the blueberries and being able to share in his bounty. God bless. Rest in peace. Billy &Jane Bucano

G. G.

January 19, 2018

To the Chassaignac family, I hope knowing that you're in the thoughts and prayers of many bring a measure of comfort. We look forward to the time when all things that cause sickness and death will be eradicated by God's Kingdom. - Matthew 6:9-10

January 19, 2018

I fondly remember going to Friday night Jesuit football games with Mr. Chassaignac. He was also a very calming, intelligent influence guiding us through Ice Breakers, Valencia, and Mardi Gras parades. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Rest in Peace.

George Nelson

January 18, 2018

A true gentleman, a loving husband, an amazing father and grandfather, a true role model for all that got to know him. Charles, you will be missed, but know that your legacy will live on through those you have touched throughout your life.

Mary Burks

January 18, 2018

A good man and good cousin. Intelligent, gentle, and kind. You will be missed. Love, Cousin Mary and Don Burks

January 18, 2018

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

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