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Eric Kirlew Obituary

Eric Kirlew departed this life on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of the late Anne Elizabeth Kirlew. Devoted father of Eric, Felicia, Michelle, Jasmine, and the late Ericka. Son of the late Amos and Hyacinth Kirlew. Brother of Delroy Kirlew, Herzon Kirlew, Anthony Kirlew, Owen Kirlew, Millette Kirlew, Micheal Kirlew, and the late Jasmine Kirlew. Grandfather of Eric Dickerson, Jr., Tavon Moore, Toren Dunegan, Seven Dickerson, Xa'Von StarksGianua Dickerson, Erica Johnson, Xa'lia Starks, and Jesenia Kirlew. Great grandfather of Prince Romeo Dickerson. Eric is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Pellerin Milnor and Northrop Grumman Shipyard are invited to attend a Funeral Service honoring the life of Eric Kirlew at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. New Orleans, LA 70125 on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 10:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Officiating: Rev. Ervin Cooper. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery. As mandated by the State of Louisiana due to the COVID-19 pandemic, attendance is limited. Everyone is required to adhere to all restrictions. You must wear a face mask at all times and practice social distancing. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil Street Gretna, LA 70053. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook, share memories, and condolences for the family.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 18 to Nov. 21, 2020.

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Gloria Fields

November 12, 2022

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

Gloria Fields

November 21, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Janice Brown

November 21, 2020

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

Janice Brown and Family

Doris Holmes

November 20, 2020

Rest in peace big brother love you and miss you.

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