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TIGHE, Marion Marion Rita Reitmeyer Tighe, 94, beloved wife of the late Alvin J. Tighe, passed away on September 13, 2011. She was born on June 17, 1917, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and was preceded in death by her parents, Marion Aicklen Reitmeyer and George R. Reitmeyer. She was the sister of the late Eleanor R. Mora, Frances R. Dauphin, George R. Reitmeyer, Jr., Emily R. Golden, and Muriel R. Grisamore. She is survived by her son, Alvin (Vin) Tighe, Jr. and his wife Ronda; her daughter, Bridget Tighe Doerr and her husband, Emmett; her son Blair Tighe and his wife Stephanie. She is also survived by her loving grandchildren: Laura Doerr; Briana Doerr Luthra and her husband Dhruv; Emmett Doerr, III and his fiancée, Amanda; Bryan Tighe and his wife, Laurie; Blair Tighe, Jr.; Shea Tighe; and Evan Tighe. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. After retiring from the Federal Land Bank in New Orleans in 1983, she moved around the U.S., following her grandchildren to Illinois and Florida, and finally to the Atlanta area where all her children and grandchildren settled. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Rosary and viewing at Northside Chapel Funeral Directors, Roswell, GA, Thursday, Sept. 15 from 7:00- 9:00 pm. A funeral mass and interment will follow in New Orleans on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011 at 11:00 AM. It is the request of the family that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, 1687 Tullie Circle, NE, Atlanta, GA 30329. Northside Chapel Funeral Directors and Crematory, Roswell, GA 770/645-1414. www.northsidechapel.com
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Robert Ladousier
September 29, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the family.
Steve Spellman
September 16, 2011
Dear Tighe Family:
Please know that your family is in the prayers of the entire St. Pius X Catholic High School community during this difficult time. The Tighe family is a very special family to us and we know that Ms. Tighe was a wonderful woman, she raised a wonderful family.
May God's peace be with each of you.
Tom Morvant
September 16, 2011
Blair, Vin, Bridget,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I have only the fondest of memories of Aunt Marion, and our family gatherings in New Orleans. And it provides great comfort as I contemplate Uncle Al and Aunt Marion together again, with our Lord and Savior.
God bless, and love to all.
Ed Morvant
September 16, 2011
Bridie, Vin, and Blair,
We all have such wonderful memories of love and affection for Aunt Marion and growing up together in our neighborhood. I am sure your Mom and Dad are now reunited with ours and are sharing loving memories and a few laughs as well up in Heaven.
Much love,
Eddie and Peggy Morvant
E. JoAnn Bacon
September 15, 2011
Bridget, I was very sorry to hear of the death of your beloved mother. My prayers are with you and your family. I will be in contact soon. Love, JoAnn
Jeanette McNeill
September 15, 2011
Bridget, Vin and Blair, From the beginning of my friendship with Bridget in nursing school, your mom was a constant source of encouragement. She loved greatly, and I know was loved. I am so glad to have known her, and thinking of each of you in your loss.
Gary Ault
September 15, 2011
Many happy memories of your mom as we grew up in Carrollton. I pray for her eternal happiness and peace for all of you.
Linda Kent
September 14, 2011
Vin, Blair and Bridget:
Your mother was an amazing woman. Mentally, physically and spiritually. Her legacy will live on in her children and grandchildren. My prayers are for you and your families as you go through this period of mourning. My love to all,
Staff of Northside Chapel Funeral Directors, Inc.
September 15, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Sue Hopkins
September 14, 2011
Bridget, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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