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Jacob Elstrott Obituary

ELSTROTT Jacob John Elstrott, Jr., age 90, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2012. Mr. Elstrott was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA. Beloved husband of Juanita Elstrott for 60 years. Father of Sandra Robichaux (Randy), Randy Elstrott (Kathy) and Pam Brelet (Mike). Grandfather of Aimee Soignier (Shane), Angele Robichaux (fiancé, Edward), Risa Elstrott, Andree Robichaux and Nicholas Elstrott. Son of the late Jacob J. Elstrott, Sr. and Irma Lange Elstrott. Brother of the late Lloyd Elstrott, Anita Dupuy, Beverly Petronella and Doris McKnight. Also survived by his future step great-grandson Cayden Munster and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Elstrott was a retired Vice-President of Finance for the Bank of New Orleans. He was a Corporal in the U.S. Army during WWII and was awarded the Bronze Star. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 397 and had been in the Merchant Marines. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie, LA on Monday morning, January 9, 2012 beginning at 9:00 AM with a Funeral Service to follow at 11:00 AM in Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home's chapel. Interment will be in All Saints Mausoleum. The online guestbook and memorial is available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2012.

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Erin Doredant

January 9, 2012

I am so sorry for yalls loss.. He was such a great man.. I'm praying for yall

Allen Roussel

January 8, 2012

I worked with Jake at The Bank of New Orleans and though the last time I saw him was over 40 years ago, I think of him and remember him as a man who was a pleasure to be around, always upbeat. I know that he will be greatly missed and I wish to offer my deepest condolences to his family.

L Covington

January 8, 2012

Sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your family, friends and our heavenly father as psalm 9:9 assures us.

January 8, 2012

I am so sorry to hear that Jake is gone. I have many fond memories of him. I wish your whole family peace and happy memories.
Merrilline

Rafael M. Ybor

January 7, 2012

Jake and I worked together in the Discount Department of the Bank of New Orleans in 1962 for many years. My deepiest sympathy to all the family from this old friend.

Bridget Joerger

January 7, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss ..... i know how important he was in each and every one of your lives. Keeping the family in my prayers ..... Luv Ya'll

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