Charles L. Augustine Sr

Charles L. Augustine, Sr., passed into eternal rest surrounded by his family on Friday, December 13, 2019, at Ochsner Medical Center at the age of 78. He was a lifelong resident of New Orleans and the son of Grace Raymond Augustine and Leopold Charles Augustine. He was a successful entrepreneur, devoted father, and a man of faith. Charles was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Marilyn Henrichs and Claire Higgins. He is survived by his 4 beloved children: Charles Augustine, Jr., Shelley Augustine Linden, Stacey Augustine Thomas, and Harley Augustine; his sister, Marlene Kruebbe; seven grandchildren: Calvin Linden, Lydia Linden, Shawn Howell, Shea Howell, Douglas Alsem, Demi Thomas, and Branson Thomas; one great-grandchild, Blakely Engolia; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Dr., Metairie, on Thursday, December 19, from 9 am until noon. Visitation will also be held on Friday, December 20, at St. Dominic Church, 775 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, beginning at 9:30 am with a Funeral Mass starting at 11 am. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories Cemetery.