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1921
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2010
Joseph Courcelle Obituary
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, October 30, 2010, at St. Cletus Church in Gretna, LA. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon at the Church.
Mr. Courcelle was a retired manager of South Central Bell and a member of St. Cletus Catholic Church in Gretna, LA.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Earl, Sr and Ruth Tarbett Courcelle; two sisters, Annie Rose Courcelle Smith and Mary Ann Courcelle.
He is survived by his wife, Bernadette Michel Courcelle of Belle Chasse, LA; one son, Joseph Earl Courcelle, III (Jennifer Hecard) of Lumberton, MS; two daughters, Angelle Courcelle Gomez (Brad) of Tallahassee, FL and Rachel Courcelle Porche (Ronnie) of Geismar, LA; one sister, Pauline Courcelle Harris of Tuscan, AZ; three grandchildren, Jacob Bruce Gomez, Evan Michael Gomez, and Angilina Marie Courcelle.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Courcelle
November 18, 2010
Bernie,
It is with a very heavy heart that I send my condolences to you and your family. I only found out about Joe's passing yesterday. I know that my words are of little or no comfort to you but the words are so true. Anyone who ever knew You and Joe knows that the two of you shared a very special love and mutual respect for each other. It was obvious and undenialable. Joe was a wonderful man who took pride in his family, you'll were #1. But Joe had a lot of knowledge
and a great love for life which he so generously shared with everyone. The lives that he touched are counteless and he will live on in each and every fond memory we have of him. One thing that I am sure of is that he is among many loved ones still today. All of the family and friends that have gone before him are welcoming a new angle amongst them. God Bless all of you through this very difficult time.
Laina
November 18, 2010
Bernie, Just heard that Joe has passed. Sending you and the kids my deepest condolences and prayers. Love you, Dana Cuny Guffey
Jon Carlisle
November 12, 2010
Mrs. Bernie, Jody, Angelle and Rachel, I want to express my deepest regards on the passing of Mr. Joe. Mr. Joe was a great husband and dad that love his kids as I remembered him very well. He had always had spare time for us kids on East Niagara Circle and shared ideas and dreams that meant so much to him as well as to each other. I remember when he first started wood carving and he took on the hardest project first that was craving a DUCK (I still laugh about still to this day). Like many hobbies that he may had his passions most of all was Fishing and Hunting. Mr. Joe may not be here anymore, but he is still a big part of our lives and forever will be. So, to Mr. Joe go catch a BIG BASS for us all in heaven. God Bless all of you… Jon Carlisle
November 10, 2010
Dear Bernie and family, I was saddened to hear that Joe passed away. Carmella told me today at a S.C.A.T. luncheon. Our prayers are with you and your family. Love, Ellen Kimble and daughters, Angele and Sarah
Papa holding Angelina for the 1st time
Angelina Courcelle
November 7, 2010
I love you Papa. I miss you. I hope you are fishing up there.
Chuck LaDell
October 31, 2010
I am sorry to hear that Mr Joe Courcelle had passed away. Please accept my sincere condolences. Joe was a great guy and an excellent fisherman. May he rest in peace.
October 30, 2010
Bernie, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joe was a very good and longtime friend. We'll miss all of his hunting and fishing stories. God bless. Larry and Annette Kremer
PATRICIA LA BEAUX (BST)
October 30, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bryon Theriot
October 30, 2010
To the Courcelle Family,
I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt condolences to all of you. Joe will be sadly missed by myself as well as other members of the carving community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Bryon & Linda Theriot
Judy Arceneaux
October 29, 2010
The LA Pioneers are grateful to have had such wonderful volunteer for many years. We will all miss him.
October 29, 2010
Bernie, please accept my sincere sympathy. Joe, Glenn & I always had fun at our Pioneer meetings. I know they are now watching over you and Gerry.
The ferry rides to and from work with our co-workers completed our long days.
I will continue to pray for you both.
Your wonderful memories and love for Joe along with the Lord's graces will sustain you and your family.
Charlene Hock,Gretna, La.
Tom Lefebvre
October 28, 2010
I am sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I haven't seen Joe in years but always enjoyed talking about fishing with him. He had a great optimism and a wonderful smile. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Anna Marullo
October 28, 2010
Ms. Bernie, Joe, Jennie, and Angelina, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ben and Anna
fayelynne naquin
October 28, 2010
So sorry. Hope all will be well. Joe was a good man who loved his family. Faye Lynne Naquin
October 28, 2010
Sorry to hear of Joe's passing, he was a good man and truly a character.
Mary Lou Gebhardt(BellSouth)
PHYLLIS BIRCHER
October 28, 2010
HEAVEN NOW HAS A GREAT FISHERMAN!!!!
JOE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE & WE SHARED MANY A RIDE ON THE CANAL STREET FERRY.
HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED!!!!
BERNIE & FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.
PHYLLIS & LOU
Bill Charles
October 28, 2010
I'm very sorry to hear about Joe's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him years ago. He was a wonderful person and a friend to all.
catherine arabie
October 27, 2010
sorry to hear about cousin joe. i did not see you all often but when i did ya'll all ways brought a smile to my face.
you are in my prayers love cathy
LOUIE FINK
October 27, 2010
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF JOE.
October 27, 2010
Joe and I worked together on Poydras street in the early 70's - he was my favorite supervisor. I know that all who knew him will miss him greatly.
Christopher H. Hymel
October 27, 2010
It is very hard to say goodbye to my good friend Captain Joe. I know he would choose to be with his family now, whom he loved more than anything, but had to leave silently behind. They will miss him in grief but should remember to laugh and talk as if he were beside them, which he is. Love is indestructible. When you see a bird or hear a tune he liked, don't be sad. He is still alongside you, loving you as always. You were so good to him. He knows it was heaven here on earth with you. Wade Hanks
Nick Franovich
October 27, 2010
Joe,
We hope now you can find that old fishing lure you've always been searching for.
Nick & Marie
Louis Ragan
October 26, 2010
Georgette and I were saddend by your loss. Joe was "One of the good guys". He will be sadly missed.
Richard Loehn
October 26, 2010
I have not seen Joe since 1982 when we worked together for South Central Bell in New Orleans. Thinking back to those days brings a smile to my face and yet a sadness in my heart.
October 26, 2010
HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. CHRIS ALWAYS SAYS "THATS MY FAVORITE UNCLE". WE LOVE YOU, JOE IS FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS. HUGS AND KISSES
TANYA
aunt bernie, i found this pic from rachael's wedding. i love you!
jennifer michel
October 26, 2010
October 26, 2010
Bernie, sorry to hear about Joe, he will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family...Carol & Bert Dugas
Bobby Fink
October 26, 2010
Very sorry to hear about Joe. He will be missed.
October 26, 2010
Dear Bernie, we are so sorry to hear about Joe.I know he had a hard time these past months.He was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Love you guys.see you Sat.. Mel & Mike Euper
Leah Hidalgo
October 26, 2010
Rachael, I truly am sorry for your loss. Mr. Joe never met a stranger. Its hard to loose the ones we love. But just know he will always be with you in your heart, time of need and time of celebration. His spirit lives on. He has been and will continue to be missed. Love, Leah and Perry
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