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Dora Lorentz Obituary

It is with great sadness that the family of Dora H. Lorentz, announces her passing on February 24, 2020. She will be forever missed. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert D. Howell and Catherine Miceli Howell, son, Daniel J. Lorentz, grandson, Nicholas A. Guillory and longtime significant other Arnold Varnado. Dora is survived by her loving daughters, Lori (Timothy) Lorentz Guillory and Connie Jo (Louis) Lorentz Lauricella. Grandmother of Jason and Jared Lorentz, Samuel and Reece Guillory and Katherine Lauricella. A native of New Orleans and a graduate of Annunciation High School. She had two passions, faith and family. She was a devout Catholic and possessed an unwavering love for Jesus. She visited Our Lady of Guadalupe Church each morning before work and would end her day with evening mass at St. Dominic Church. Dora was a devoted mother, grandmother and loyal friend. Her sweet smile would brighten up every room. Her personal motto was, ""You can and you will."" Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Dominic Catholic Church, 775 Harrison Ave. New Orleans, LA 70124 on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 11AM. A visitation will begin at 9:30AM until Mass time. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. To view and sign the guestbook, please visit www.LeitzEaganFuneralHome.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 26 to Feb. 29, 2020.

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February 27, 2020

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February 27, 2020

Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ms. Dora. What a wonderful lady with an outstanding personality. The kids loved having her next door and remember her well. RIP. Love and condolences to the family. Janine and Paul Dunn

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9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Dominic Catholic Church

7756 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70006

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29

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Dominic Catholic Church

7756 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70006

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4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70006

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