Gerhard W. Sigle

Gerhard W. Sigle passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at the age of 96. Born in Aalen, Germany; and a longtime resident of the French Quarter in New Orleans. He was born to Albert and Berta (Bocksroker) Sigle. Beloved husband of 68 years to Gertrud Sigle. Survived by his sons Thomas Sigle and Robert Sigle (Diane). Grandfather to Andrew Sigle and Stephen Sigle. Brother to the late Erna Birk and Gertrud Wagner (Alfons) of Aalen, Germany. He began his career as a Master Machinist and Teacher for the German Federal Railways. He was the proprietor of Sigle's Antiques and Metalcraft in the French Quarter. He enjoyed flying sailplanes in his younger days, collecting beer steins, working on his model train set, and spending time at his camp in Mississippi. He was a longtime member and Past President of the Deutsches Haus and the Saengerchor (Men's Choir). He was also a member of Schlaraffia, a worldwide German speaking society founded in Prague in 1859, with a pledge of friendship and tolerance, focusing on the arts and humor. A member of the local Schlaraffia Nova Orleana chapter, his title was "Ritter" (Knight) and name was "T5" - the type of locomotive he worked on in the railway shops. Gerhard loved God, his beloved wife and family, friends, an "occasional" beer while singing the German toast "Zicke-Zacke", and his dogs. The family would like to thank Kim and the entire Notre Dame Home Hospice team for their wonderful care and support. Due to the current Coronavirus restrictions, a private burial was held. A celebratory memorial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Notre Dame Home Hospice Care, the Deutsches Haus, or a local pet shelter. Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home will oversee the arrangements. The family invites you to share your fond thoughts and condolences online at lakelawnmetairie.com