Photo courtesy of Honaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Slidell
Slidell, Louisiana
Mar 9, 1944 – Jan 29, 2023
Ronald Charles LeBlanc, 78, of Slidell, LA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 29, 2023 at Slidell Memorial Hospital. He was surrounded by his loving wife, children and close friends.
Beloved husband and best friend of 56 years, Mary Ann LeBlanc. Father of Michael C LeBlanc, Melissa L Reiser (Butch) and Kimberly L Galloway (Herbie). Also survived by his grandchildren Ethan Reiser, Emma Reiser, Bailey Galloway and Owen Galloway and his only brother Wayne LeBlanc.
He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Anthony LeBlanc and his mother Louise Jaeger LeBlanc. A native of New Orleans, LA where he attended St Catherine of Siena Elementary School, DeLaSalle High School and earned a bachelor's degree from Southeastern Louisiana College. Ron enjoyed a successful sales career with Procter & Gamble and Nestle/ Purina.
In 2006 Ron found his true passion for serving Christ by becoming a permanent deacon for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. He served the community of St. Luke the Evangelist, Slidell LA, for sixteen years as a loving and gentle compassionate servant of God. In addition to his ministry at St. Luke he served the needs of the people at Southeast Mental Hospital and was the hospital chaplain at Ochsner Northshore in Slidell. Ron was known throughout the community for his kindness, helpful spirit and warm smile. Ron’s greatest joy was spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren especially the holidays and vacations at the beach.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations to St. Luke’s Church or masses in his honor.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church,
910 Cross Gates Blvd., Slidell, LA on Friday, February 3, 2023 at 3:00 P.M.
Interment will follow in St. Joseph’s Abbey Cemetery, St. Benedict, La.
Visitation at the church on Friday after 1:00 P.M. until funeral time.
Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA.
Read MoreWe miss you dear Deacon Ron... You taught us the importance of sincere love and humility just by your presence. We miss your homilies that often included personal inspirational stories too...
dan and nancy henderson
January 27, 2025 | Friend
Ronnie and I were friends back at SCS and probably my best buddy then.Through him I met his Mom and Uncle Richie,life changers for me.We went separate paths but the gentle kind memories are with me to this day.
Henry J Bienert,Jr
February 04, 2023 | Friend
The world would be a wonderful place if it was filled with people who thought and acted like Ron!! God bless his family! Kenny and Donna Oster.
Ken Oster
February 03, 2023
Deacon Ron was a kind and gentle person who was truly respectful of everyone. It was a pleasure to be in his presence and to serve on the Multi-Cultural Committee and other parish activities with him. I found his eagerness to celebrate the diversity of the Church inspiring. I will miss him, but he will always have a special place in my heart.
Elaine Colbert
February 03, 2023 | Slidell, LA | Friend
We all loved Ron and enjoyed any time we saw him. We often met at physical therapy working on various joints.
Dick and Adele Graham
February 03, 2023 | Friend
He was a wonderful friend. My brothers and I grew up @ the corner house at 248 Dorrington Blvd. Just 1/2 block from Ron. He was at my house a lot. Sort of a gathering place for the guys in the neighborhood. So many wonderful memories. My friends and I were always folding clothes in the basement where my brothers had their bedroom. The guys would always come over to hang out. They were so clueless back then. As if my friends wanted to help me fold clothes. Lots of happy memories.
Sharon (Ebeling) Vogel
February 02, 2023 | Metairie, LA | Friend
Met Ron about 1997 at St. Luke and never saw him without that winning smile and easygoing nature. He was a positive influence on all he met and the young he taught at SMM. We know Ron is resting in the bosom of our LORD and offering prayers for us all. We will be missing you for a long time Ron.
JOSEPH M CARRIERE
February 02, 2023 | SLIDELL, LA
I remember when Ron made the decision to become a deacon. You could see and feel this was the perfect decision for Ron. Kind, gentle and a loving man. Ron served so many in our community well. I will miss his genuine smile and warm handshake. He will be missed by not only his family but by our parish, which he greatly enriched. Until we see you again buddy.
Carlos Sabadie
February 02, 2023 | Slidell, LA | Friend
Our sincere condolences to the LeBlanc family on the passing of Ronnie. He was a servant of God, beloved husband, father and grandfather. We feel our lives have been enriched just by knowing him. A true friend and confidant for more than 55 years. He will be missed but always remain in our hearts. God Bless.
Michael and Candy Volk
February 02, 2023 | Friend
