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Dorothy Young Tervelon Leon

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Dorothy Leon Obituary

Dorothy Young Tervelon Leon, departed this life on Monday, August 17, 2015 at the LaFon Nursing Home at the beautiful age of 101 years; Former wife of the late Warren Tervelon, Sr. and now the Beloved wife of the late John Leon, Sr. She leaves to cherish her memories her son Donald Leon (Barbara), Daughter in Laws Marlene L. Vivian T. and Viola T,; Sister in Law Adriana Tervelon. Grandmother of Patrice L Garrus, Gina L. Blouin, Denise T. Fletcher, Kim Jackson, Cindy L. Soto, John L. III, Landon L. Sr., Kevin T., Troy T., Bernard Jackson Jr., Christy Kerr, Brynn Ellies, and the late Lorna L. Ellies along with many great grandchildren great great grandchildren. Sister of Ernest Sr., Wallace Sr., George, Louise, Leo Young and Edna Y., Lallande. She was educated under the catholic and public schools. She was admired by many as the Matriarch of her family. She worked at Haspel Brothers for many years until they closed. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at D. W. Rhodes Chapel, 3933 Washington Ave., NOLA Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.; Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m.; Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery, NOLA. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home. Please visit our website at www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guestbook.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Aug. 19 to Aug. 22, 2015.

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Richard C Schmidt Jr.

August 14, 2021

I know this is a great loss to you and your family my wife and I will keep you in our prayers. God Bless

Sharon Rucker

August 22, 2015

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Leon, May God's peace be with you all for a time such as this.

Richard Schmidt

August 22, 2015

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Leon, our prayers are with you and your family for your loss.

Trina and Emmanuel Burke

August 22, 2015

Wishing the entire family comfort and peace during this difficult time.

August 21, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Donald and Barbara it was a pleasure meeting your mother/in-law and keeping up with her bingo card. She will truly be miss. Cynthia Bart, New Orleans, La

Beverly Greenwood - Lafon Nursing Facility

August 21, 2015

Thank you for allowing us to care for your love one. Job well done Mr Donald & Ms. Barbara, Ms. Leon loved you so much.

Cathy Green-Miner

August 21, 2015

Donald, Barbara and our entire family, our prayers are with you. Aunt Dede was an awesome lady and we loved her.

Louis Galbreth

August 21, 2015

Donald & Barbara,
We offer you our deepest sympathy during this time of sadness. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Louis, Susan & Family

Debbie Leon & Family

August 20, 2015

Donald, Barbara & Family, we share your sorrow and you are in our prayers. We hope that God will comfort you in your time of need.

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