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Arthemine Alonzo Obituary

ALONZO Arthemine Umbach Alonzo passed away on Thursday, May 31, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Anthony Alonzo, Jr. Loving mother of Marvin J. Alonzo, Donald R. Alonzo, Howard R. (Tucker) Alonzo and Gerald R. Alonzo. Daughter of the late Katherine Fitzhenry Umbach and John L. Umbach. Sister of the late John and Ralph Umbach, Olga Philebar, Mildred DeRoche and Leola Doran. Survived by 9 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Age 96 years. A lifelong resident of Algiers. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of St. Andrew's Ladies Guild and residents of St. Joseph's Senior Apartments, Gretna, LA are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, 3101 Eton Street, Algiers, LA on Monday, June 4, 2007 at 11AM. Interment in St. Bartholomew Cemetery, Algiers, LA. Visitation at the church on Monday from 9AM until 11AM. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Information: 366-4343

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3, 2007.

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sarah druen

June 9, 2007

What a privilege and blessing to have Art Alonzo as my friend. We enjoyed many wonderful visits, usually filled with laughter and stories of raising "her boys." I miss her phone calls, I miss her strength and guidance. Most of all, I pray for the Alonzo family as they must be feeling a great loss. May God bless you and console us with memories of the richness of her life and love for you. Sincerely, Sarah Druen

Sherri Braning

June 5, 2007

I was deeply saddened when hearing of the death of this wonderful lady that lots of people knew affectionately as "Grandma Alonzo". I had the privilege of getting to know this lady and her family close to 30 years ago. I know the good Lord has a special place in heaven for her and she is smiling down on all of us at this time. Her unconditional love and kindness were truly inspiring to all of us who had the privilege of knowing her. She will most definitely be missed.

Sherri Braning

Steve Kramer

June 4, 2007

It was an absolute privilege to know and spend time with Grandma. She had such an incredible presence and spirit. No doubt there is a very special place in heaven for her. My sympathies to the entire Alonzo and extended family that devotedly loved and cared for her.

Catherine Madison Florane Poche'

June 4, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Alonzo's passing. My mother (Kay Madison) and I worked with her at Morgan & Lindsey many years ago. She was a hard worker and helped anyone whenever she could. She really could keep up with those toys! My sympathies to her family.

John Baudean

June 4, 2007

To Don,Brothers and Family:
Arthemine will be remembered as a special lady to me and will always be in my thoughts.
Anita and I share the grief you,your brothers &family are having.
Anita and John Baudean(Algiers)

Bernard Cleary

June 3, 2007

To Don, Antoinette and family,
Please accept our condolences and the wish that we could be there to express our thoughts in person.
Bernard and Laura

Harold & Mae Braning

June 2, 2007

We are so sorry to hear of Grandma Alonzo's passing. She was one fine lady and one we loved very much. God has a special place in heaven for her. Hopefully, he will allow a little card game once in awhile for she did love to play poker. She usually beat all of us when we played. May God bless all of you in your time of grief.

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