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Gabriel Cathey Obituary

Gabriel M. Cathey, age 53, departed this life on July 10, 2024, in Metairie, LA. He was born to the union of Ann Zeno Cathey and B. B. Cathey. He was a graduate of Marion Abramson High School and attended Southern University and University of Phoenix. Gabriel served his country in the U.S. Army for many years. He was a member of the VFW Hall Post 3267. He leaves to cherish his memories the Cathey, Zeno, and Parker family, a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives, friends, Pastor, officers, members of the Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, VFW Hall, Post 3267, Veterans Hospital and the Lift Transportation Service are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at The Boyd Family Funeral Home, 5001 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA for 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Pastor Johnell Thomas officiating. Interment will follow at Southeast LA Veterans Cemetery, Slidell, LA. Online guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Donavin D. Boyd and Linear Brooks Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 29 to Jul. 30, 2024.

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Edward & Frances Ventress - FABC

July 30, 2024

Dear Cynthia and Cathey/ Zeno/Parker Families and Friends, as you journey through your season of mourning for your beloved, may you be comforted in knowing that you do not walk alone. Because God loves you, He is always with you. May you find Peace in His Presence as you trust your hearts to Him for your healing, for your comfort.
Your brother and sister in Christ,
Ed and Frances Ventress
FABC Holistic Health Ministry
FABC Restoration And Care Grief Ministry

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