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Bruce Pierre Obituary

Bruce Edward Pierre Sr. passed away On November 25, 2022, at the age of 72. Bruce is survived by his wife of 51 years Sylvia J. Pierre; children; Bruce E. Pierre Jr, Aiesha (J. Vincent) Brown and Sybil P. Franklin. Father and mother-in-law Henry (Evelyn) James, brothers: Paul (Barbara) Pierre Jr., and Richard A. Pierre; sister Diana P. Bell; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Preceded in death by his parents Paul (Cornelia) Pierre, Sr., sister Gloria P. Cazenave, brother Ricky J. Pierre, and godmother Sis. Claire of Assi Pierre SSF. Family, friends, neighbors, St. Mary's of the Angels, Blessed Sacrament/St. Joan of Arc, Fellowship M.B.C, Winn-Dixie, and Riverland Federal CU are invited to attend The Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, December 10, 2022, for 10:00 a.m. at St Mary's of the Angels Catholic Church 3501 N. Miro Street, New Orleans, LA 70117. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Father Michael Haney OFM Officiating. Interment is Private. Due to Covid-19, it is optional to wear a face mask. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504)282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Dec. 9, 2022.

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Darlene Green

December 12, 2023

Miss you Neighbor. Take you rest.

Peters and Logan Family

December 12, 2022

Our sincere condolences to the Pierre family. Many of our family members worked with Bruce at Winn Dixie and we remember him as a very kind and friendly person to work with.. May he rest in peace..

The Peters and Logan Family

Franzia Webber

December 10, 2022

Grieving is a process we all must go thru,but memories will last forever. My deepest condolences, Franzia Webber &family.

Terry Labat Marquez

December 10, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with the Pierre family today and always. May you find peace with beautiful memories of your loved one.

Diane Sims Tillman

December 9, 2022

Dearest family, you know that I am so sorry to hear that Bruce passed. He was always special to me although I had not seen him in some time, surely not after Katrina. Bruce I know our Lord God was there to greet you with open arms, no more to suffer. Peace be with you.

Charlotte Kelley

December 9, 2022

You are in my prayers in this time of deep sorrow. Don´t let go of your precious memories. They´ll will help you get through this difficult time.

Bernice Duplessis

December 9, 2022

To the Family God is good all the time He will take care of you.

Patricia & Ivory Scott

December 9, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Mable Franklin

December 9, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Roy Jones Jr.

December 9, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Eileen Desire St Fam 4 Life

December 8, 2022

Rest In Paradise Mr Bruce! God needed you more!

Enola Lee

December 8, 2022

My prayers and condolences is with the family! from Nathaniel Enola and Kina and Kamille The Lee's Love you all.

Darlene Bibbins Green (Twin)

December 8, 2022

You all have my Deepest Condolences!

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St Mary's of the Angels Catholic Church

3501 N. Miro Street,, New Orleans, LA

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Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

St Mary's of the Angels Catholic Church

3501 N. Miro Street, New Orleans, LA

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