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Alvin McCabe Obituary

McCABE Alvin Peter McCabe, a native of Arabi, LA and longtime resident of Lafayette, LA, entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 14, 2007, at the age of 78. He was preceded in death by: mother, Myrtle Schultz Pelayo; father, John McCabe, Sr.; brother, John McCabe, Jr.; and 2 step-sisters: Evelyn Kennedy and Joyce Klein. He is survived by: beloved wife, Lucille Robichaux McCabe; son, Bret McCabe; daughter, Lori Heaphy; four grandsons: Shane McCabe, Briggs McCabe, Alden Heaphy and Britain Heaphy; three nieces: Cynthia Cavin, Kim Price, Michelle Robichaux; one nephew, Michael Robichaux; and a host of other relatives and friends. He received a certificate degree in carpentry from Delgado Community College. He was a member of New Orleans Carpenters and Pile Drivers Local Union 1846 (UBC 1846) and a veteran of the US Navy. Amongst his numerous accomplishments, he assisted in the original construction of the Louisiana Superdome. Friends and family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at Schoen Funeral Home, 3821 Canal St., New Orleans, at 12:00 noon. Visitation will be at 10:00 am and last until time of service. Interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens at 1:30 pm. Friends and family are invited to view and sign an online guestbook at www.legacy.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Sep. 18 to Sep. 19, 2007.

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Ryan Lucia

October 3, 2007

Bret & Family,

I am truly sorry for the loss of your father.

Ryan Lucia

Cynthia McCabe Cavin

October 2, 2007

Aunt Lucille,Brett,Lori,Christine,Alden,Alden,Brittain,Shawn and Briggs,
I am deeply sorry for Uncle Alvin's passing. I sit back and think about all the memories and laugh at the things Uncle Alvin would come up with. I know he loved me and I him. Uncle Alvin holds a special place in my heart. Know that if you all need me I will be there.
Love to All.

Shirley Schultz and Family

September 21, 2007

Lucille, Bret, Lori, and families, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. I hope that you find comfort in your many memories of Alvin.

Jennifer (Marsh) Angebranndt

September 20, 2007

Aunt Lucy, Bret, and Lori (and family members): You all are so lucky to have had such a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. It's been a while since we last visited with you all, so it was especially sad news when we heard of Uncle Alvin's passing. When I think of Uncle Alvin I remember him being so kind and gentle. We all will miss him, but we can be comforted by knowing that he is in a great place and peaceful. Consider yourselves hugged and we're thinking of you. Much love, Martin, Jennifer, Collin and Mari Angebranndt

skip barbay

September 19, 2007

one of the best old timers in old arabi when we were coming up. had some great times with bret & his dad mr. al. up here in shreveport when i get back to arabi i'll look you up bret.

cindy kobe

September 19, 2007

Bret,Lori and Christine, so sorry about Mr.Alvin, but there will be no more suffering .sorry we couldn't be there today...but you all are in our thoughts and prayers ...love cindy,brian,the kids,mom and dad!

Mary Lincoln

September 19, 2007

Sorry to hear about you loss. I can!t make it today. I give my sympathy to you and your family.. I used to live in your house on Angella in Arabi. Do you remember George Riddell and Mary Lincoln. He is deceased now. I

Paul Couget

September 19, 2007

A man who always did the best he could...RIP Mr. Al

Evelyn Despaux

September 19, 2007

I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.

Gwendolyn Gallardo-Wahl

September 19, 2007

Lucille, Bret & Lori
Sorry for your loss. But we know Alvin is in a better place. Sorry I will not be able to see yall today.

Cindy Favalora

September 18, 2007

Bret, Christine and The Boys
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Cindy & Courtney Michelle

Kim Price

September 18, 2007

Aunt Lucille,Bret,Lori & Families:
Wish we could be there with you all. Know that you all are in our thoughts & prayers. We have a lot of good memories of Uncle Alvin. Also,know that he is in a better place now.

Patricia Cutrer

September 18, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Carol Desselle

September 18, 2007

Bret,
Please accept our sympathy in the passing of your Father.
John & Carol Desselle
formerly 532 Angela St. Arabi

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