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Ralph Posey Obituary

Ralph William Posey, born February 20, 1945 to the late Baker Fred Posey and Marie Bahan Posey, passed away October 29, 2016 after a long illness. Beloved husband of Katherine Schneidau Posey. Brother of the late Fred Posey. He graduated from Cor Jesu High School and attended Northwestern State University of Louisiana. He worked for many years in the hotel industry. Visitation will be held Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 1pm at Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, 3900 St. Charles Ave., followed by a memorial service at 2pm. Donations in Ralph's memory to Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Nov. 1 to Nov. 4, 2016.

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November 5, 2016

Kathy,
We are so sorry to learn of Ralph's passing. May God give you the strength to carry on. Janis and Warren

Carol Black

November 5, 2016

May God bless you during this time. You were right when you said that Ralph is in a better place. Come visit us anytime.

Henry and Cynthia

November 4, 2016

May God be with you in this time of sorrow. Ralph will be remembered as a joyful person.

November 3, 2016

Ralph will be dearly missed.
Jon & Virginia

Kenny Spellman

November 2, 2016

On behalf of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association and Brother Martin High School, I offer our prayers and condolences. The Brothers will say a Mass in his memory.

Kenny Spellman '84
Alumni Director

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