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Mary Christine Lapeyre
1951 - 2016
Mary Christine Lapeyre
1951 - 2016
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BORN
1951
DIED
2016
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William J Guste 111
July 7, 2025
I´ll never forget Chrissy´s lovely smile. Everyone on our Richmond Place paradise loved her.
Billy Guste
Charlotte Hutson Wrenn
July 7, 2023
Your spirit is always here, my friend.
Nancy Cowan
July 7, 2021
Still think of Chrissy every day. She will never be forgotten by any of those who knew what a special person she was.
Billy Guste
July 7, 2021
I just wish I got to see Lapeyre family members more often. We had such a great time growing up on the same street together. Chrissy and I were the oldest child in large families, so naturally I was always "in love' with her, but my brother Randy was much more fun. But how could I ever forget her, and I surely hope to see her again one day.
Billy
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Elizabeth Guste
October 14, 2019
To the Lapeyre Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother, sister, aunt and friend. I know my condolences sent are so long coming, but many prayers will be said for you peace in light of your great loss. Peace to all and Namaste.
Deborah Bryant
July 8, 2019
Chrissy was a beautiful woman...inside and out. I am lucky to have known her! I am now living in Flat Rock, and have heard many good things about Elizabeth House in Flat Rock where Chrissy spent her final days...
October 6, 2017
Billy Guste III
August 5, 2016
Some of my fondest childhood memories are of growing up on the same block with Chrissy and the beautiful Lapeyre family. My wife Maureen and I were in Italy and hope the Lapeyres know for sure that we'd have been there to be with you for Chrissy's service. I will never forget Chrissy and hope to see again her lovely smile one day in the eternal home of us all.
Billy
Cherie Tinsley McGaha
July 28, 2016
To the Lapeyre Family, Chrissy was a dear neighbor and friend to my parents in Pisgah Forest, NC. Her sweet smile and thoughtful ways will be missed. I appreciated her support of Brevard Yoga. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that your fond memories of Chrissy will give you comfort and knowing how much she was thought of and loved by others. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Cherie Tinsley McGaha
Brevard, NC
July 25, 2016
Cliff and Tom and the Lapeyre family, we will miss Chrissy and her sunshine smile. She was a great neighbor and friend to both of us. We always looked forward to her trips to the mountains in N. C. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Charlene and Volney Tinsley
Pisgah Forest, NC
Kit Rault
July 23, 2016
Chrissy was a dear friend to me and to all who met her-Fondly,Kit Rault
July 21, 2016
To the Lapeyre family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Cecile Ballard
July 20, 2016
I am so very sorry to hear of Chrissy's death.
My deepest sympathy to all of her family at this very sad time.
Fondly,
Cecile Ballard
Ann and Greg Tilton
July 19, 2016
Tom Jr., Cliff, Jay, Chuck, and all the family,
Tom Cowan was kind enough to let us know that Chrissy had died peacefully with her family. We were out of the country when the funeral was held. We regret not being there to express our sentiments personally. Chrissy had many endearing qualities. However, one of her most salient was a disarming sweetness that made you feel quite comfortable when you were with her. Her illness came as a shock and her death way too young. We will miss her and are thinking of all of you.
Charlotte Hutson Wrenn
July 17, 2016
Chrissy designing another beautiful house, Brevard, NC
Charlotte Hutson Wrenn
July 17, 2016
Anamaria Bertot
July 16, 2016
Dear Chrissy you will be missed by many, so sweet and elegant I remember you just before leaving for North Carolina so chic and elegante even at such a young age, I had a picture you give me before your trip. I being looking for it. I will also mention that at your funeral an eagle was flying It come to my mine it may be Chrissy saying good bay to all of us that love you
Cary King
July 16, 2016
I am shocked to hear of Chrissy's death. She was beautiful, a luminous and gentle spirit who left too soon. My deepest sympathy to all of Chrissy's family.
Charlotte Hutson Wrenn
July 16, 2016
There is a deafening silence in the world today. Chrissy was my loving friend. She knew that beauty was the essence of God, and supported the creative spirit with a vengeance. We shared joys and trials (and audio books and Pinterest, her passion!) and sorrows with each other. This is a sorrow she can't help me with. I love you, sweetie. The fragrance of fine French soap will always mean you are in the room. May legions of angels sing thee to thy rest.
Beauty and Chrissy - synonomous
Harriott and David Weidenbacher
July 15, 2016
Chrissy lit up a room with her inner brightness and beautiful heart. She was so genuine, and it simply shone through. My husband and I loved her enthusiasm and friendliness. To me, she retained the magical wonder and innocence and simple happiness that children have, not easy in today's world. Sincere condolences to all her family and friends, to my brother to whom she was a joy and much loved, and really to all the lucky people who knew her. I wish I had known her better. Chrissy will be remembered for the lovely person she was.
sally Lebourgeois
July 15, 2016
We were neighbors and new moms together on Bellaire. I really am glad she was here! And the world is a sadder place with her missing. I am so sorry for her loss. May her memory be a blessing.
Sally and Brian LeBourgeois in Metairie
Kate Godfrey robinson
July 15, 2016
Chrissy was a lovely gentle woman. I remember visiting with her in the Lapeyre's kitchen often chatting with Mrs. Lapeyre , Amy , Inez and inevitably other Lapeyres would wonder in and out always such a joy to visit with. One just as attractive as another warm , engaging , interesting and always so so supportive. What a remarkable family. Xoxo
Lib Neilson
July 15, 2016
To the wonderful family of Chrissy, please accept my sincere and loving concern in your great loss. Thank you for the beautiful tribute to a great lady. I regret not being able to join you for the service..
July 15, 2016
David and I are shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Chrissy's untimely death. We are sorry we will not be in town to pay our respects at the funeral. What a lovely person, and what a million-dollar smile. - Adair Ewin Faust, Cheneyville LA
Gregory Bertucci
July 15, 2016
Chrissy was my high school sweetheart. A true friend, she helped me pack my bags as I entered the Jesuit Seminary. I love and cherish her memory.
Bruce Oreck
July 15, 2016
I am a world away in Helsinki and will not be able attend the service this Saturday. But I have all of your great family in my heart as I remember Chrissy's wonderful smile and laughter and love of life. She will be deeply missed by everyone whose life she touched.
July 14, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I have find memories of Chrissy. She was so kind and gentle. I wish her peace and comfort to you all.
With Love,
Cousin Patty Connolly Boersma
Ellen Synovec
July 14, 2016
Our hearts and prayers are with Chrissy and her family. We are so saddened by her loss. The Corley Cousins
Dev O'Reilly
July 14, 2016
This notice saddens me. I remember Chrissy as a beautiful person. I was not aware of her health issues. Sending positive thoughts and prayers to her family..
Peter Roy
July 14, 2016
Sorry I will not be able to be in NOLA on Saturday to attend this service. Chrissy was a dear friend of mine since the late 70's and will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to the family.
July 14, 2016
With Love and prayers, Alice Louise Vales
Chrissy and Deborah at the St Genevieve's reunion in Asheville, 2008
July 14, 2016
I am also a classmate of Chrissy's when we were at St. Genevieve's in Asheville, NC. She was such a lovely, beautiful woman. I am so sad that she has passed. My heart goes out to both of her sons, and all of her family and friends. Sincerely, Deborah Bryant
Margaret Covington Danelski
July 14, 2016
We knew each other as teenage classmates at St. Genevieve's in Asheville and she made a life long impression. She was lovely. I am so sorry for your loss.
Nanette Lapeyre Gremillion
July 14, 2016
We are remembering Chrissy in our prayers!
With love and peace,
Nanette and Steven Gremillion Familly
July 13, 2016
Blessings to all of the cow ants, lapeyres, mccleskeys, gui's and orr's. Chrissy was such a beautiful lady with a kind heart. So much like your mother. God speed Chrissy xo
Nancy Cowan
July 13, 2016
Chrissy was an inspiration to all who knew her. Most of all, she loved and cared for her sons and family with compassion and determination. She is a virtual paragon of strength and love that I will only try to emulate.
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