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Troy Joseph Leger

1961 - 2018

Troy Joseph Leger obituary, 1961-2018, Chalmette, LA

BORN

1961

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home & Gardens

701 W VIRTUE ST

Chalmette, Louisiana

Troy Leger Obituary

Troy Joseph Leger passed away peacefully at his home after a short battle with cancer on Tuesday, July 3, 2018, at the age of 56. Beloved husband of Kim Fos Leger for 22 years. Loving father of Kristie Leger Silva (Nick), Toni Marie K. Battaglia (Chris), Kristi Michelle Kirsch (Glenn Morris), Kimberly Ann Kirsch (Matt Fontenette) and Troy Joseph Leger Jr. Son of Irene Carolan Mayewski Anderson & Thad Anderson and the late Billy Leger. Brother of Gene Paul Leger and Paul Billy Leger. Proud grandfather of Christopher James Battaglia, Madison Pearl Marie Silva, Carter Anthony Battaglia, Baylee Marie Morris, Ella Rose Battaglia, Gavin Weston Morris, Cohen Troy Battaglia, Lillian Iris Fontenette and Lucille Mae Fontenette. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and his furever friends Chloe and Lola. Troy was born on October 27, 1961, in New Orleans, LA. He was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish and a current resident of Mandeville, LA. He was the proud owner of T & L Siding, Gutters and Patio for over 35 years. He enjoyed sports, especially spending time on the golf course with his son. Before relocating to the north shore he coached many girls at Vista Park in Chalmette, LA. Troy was a hardworking and dedicated but sentimental man who took great pride in his work. He was an impeccable carpenter. He will be forever remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend. Memories will continue to be created by his family, friends and by all of those whose lives he touched. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 12:00 PM. He will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jul. 6 to Jul. 10, 2018.

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July 14, 2018

Dear Kim, Kristi and Troy's family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Troy in his role as a Vista coach, those were very happy days. We hope your fond memories of Troy will help get you all through this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy, Cindy and Danny Cazenave

Barbara Decossas

July 7, 2018

Sympathy and Prayers for Troy's Family as he will be deeply missed. Cherish the Many Happy Memories with him. Barbara and Eddie Decossas

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701 W VIRTUE ST, Chalmette, LA 70043

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