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Alvin Rousse Obituary

ROUSSE Alvin Sidney Rousse, a retired Colonel and Wing Commander of the U.S. Air Force, Aux. C.A.P. and risk consultant, was born on December 24, 1921 and died on Saturday, May 21, 2011. He was a graduate of Tulane and Loyola University in business. He received a diploma from the Air University U.S. Air Force, Squadron officer school. He was a veteran of World War II Pacific Fleet and the Korean War. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal by Gen. Richard Ellis, U.S. A.F. in 1972. He was a retired member of the N.O.P.D. reserved division, Commander of American Legion Post 333, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Marine Corps League, Association of Naval Aviation, Air Force Association and U.S. Naval Institute. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lila Maxon Rousse, CRNA. He is survived by daughter, Stephanie R. Elwekil; son-in-law, Moustafa Elwekil; his son, Robert Rousse; grandchildren, Richard and Greta Nadler; and numerous cousins. Services will be conducted at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 6249 Canal Blvd., on Wednesday, May 25. Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 11:30 a.m. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL is in charge of arrangements. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 23 to May 24, 2011.

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Darlene LeJeune

May 26, 2011

Our sincere condolences to the family of Col. Rousse. My husband Sidney and I met him through my father, Herbie Higgins. Over the years, he became our customer and also a great friend. We could always count on him to lift our spirits with his wonderful stories and jokes. He will be missed.
Darlene(Higgins) and Sidney LeJeune

Steve Knapper

May 24, 2011

Alvin and I were friends for the last 30 years. First with Civil Air Patrol and most recently with the Quiet Birdmen. Alvin's story and sparkling wit will be missed at the QB Hangar. God speed on your journey "West".

Steve Knapper

Linda Coleman Legg & Mike Legg

May 24, 2011

We wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to Alvin's family. We will always remember Alvin fondly as a dear friend to our whole family. He was a special man who always thought of others before himself. We were so fortunate to have him in our lives. May he rest in peace.

Bonnie Hodges

May 24, 2011

Alvin, to all a true gentleman, a kind devoted friend, to us an inspiration and a mentor. Will always appreciate his encouragement toward our becoming more involved with attending insurance meetings and conventions. It was a great benefit toward our overall success. A big thanks is in order as we fondly send our condolences to the family. Linda Walker and Bonnie Hodges

Louis White

May 24, 2011

Al will be missed by his many friends at the Gatehouse Apts. We enjoyed the stories he told and his kind and gentle manner. I am also grateful for his service to his country and will remember him wearing his flight suit. While others called him Al, I always called him Colonel.

I offer my condolences to his family and friends, but I celebrate his passing because of my faith in Jesus and thus will not mourn for Al but will always remember the Colonel.

Psalm 37:39
The salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD; he is their stronghold in time of trouble.

As a member of the Patriot Guard Riders, I salute you Colonel Rousse!

Louis White

May 23, 2011

Col. Rousee will be missed by his friends at the Gatehouse Apartments.

I enjoyed our talks and thank you for your service to our country.

Gatehouse Apts
Patriot Guard Rider
patriotguard.org

Greg Muggli

May 23, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go with you!
N.O.P.D Reserve Division officer Greg Muggli

Ron Windham

May 23, 2011

Robert,

Our sympathy to you and your family. Your dad has been our neighbor at the Gatehouse for a couple of years, and it was always nice to see and chat with him about old times and Gentilly Woods.

May the Lord grant you peace and comfort.

Ron and Patti Windham

Emily Holm

May 23, 2011

My mom, sisters, and I always looked forward to hearing his funny stories at church and when we'd run into him at Morning Call eating beignets. He always made us feel special, and we will never forget him.

Ronni Walker

May 23, 2011

The NOLA insurance industry remembers Alvin very well. We are sorry for your loss. Rose Mary DeLouise & Ronni Rodrigue Walker

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