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Jacqueline Sue "Jacque" Whitsell

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Jacqueline Whitsell Obituary

Jacqueline 'Jacque' Sue Whitsell, née Wooden, 77, of Kenner, La., widow of David Andrew Whitsell, passed away of natural causes at her home on Thursday the 26th of November, 2015. Born February 20, 1938 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Helen Mae and Morris Wooden, Jacque graduated from Indiana University, where she met her husband, Dave. Jacque and Dave were married in 1959, and after relocating for the NFL to Detroit and Chicago, they eventually settled in the New Orleans area in 1967 after the NFL Expansion Draft. Jacque was involved in many organizations over the years, including the Ladies Leukemia League, of which she was a founding member in 1969 and served as President in 1972-1973; was a member of Red Hats; volunteered her time to the Jefferson Parish Mentorship Program; and was a member of John Calvin Presbyterian Church. She also owned Centre Court Tennis Shops. Jacque loved socializing and spending time with her family, playing tennis and snow skiing, going to the beach, traveling, and had a joyful spirit that energized all who knew her. She is survived by her four children, Amy Mangurian (husband Pete), Lisa Keegan (significant other Mark), Mike Whitsell (wife Nancy), and David Whitsell (wife Liz); 13 grandchildren, Kyler Keegan (wife Kati), Megan Keegan Edwards (husband Joel), Jillian Keegan, Lauren Mangurian, Brittany Whitsell, Maggie Whitsell, Hope Whitsell, Katie Mangurian, Anne Whitsell, Will Mangurian, Sam Whitsell, Lane Whitsell, and John David Whitsell; and her mother, Helen Wooden. She was also beloved by her companion Robert 'Bob' Suckow and dog Mindy. She is preceded in death by her late husband, David Whitsell, and her father, Morris Wooden. Memorial services will take place at Lake Lawn Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans, Louisiana, on Tuesday, December 1st with a visitation from 12 noon to 2 p.m. and services following at 2 p.m. Flowers may be sent to Lake Lawn or donations are greatly appreciated to the Ladies Leukemia League, P.O. Box 9355, Metairie, La., 70055.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Jacqueline Whitsell

25 Entries

December 6, 2015

Dear Jacque's Family,

I was very sad to learn that Jacque passed away.

I want to express my deepest sympathy to you.

I had the pleasure of knowing Jacque because I interviewed her in 1970 for an article i wrote on the Ladies Leukemia League. Jacque was so sweet and gracious to me, and she made me feel very comfortable in speaking with her.

I will remember Jacque with much fondness always.

Sincerely,

Marlene Friedman
New Orleans

Annie Harmon

December 2, 2015

Lisa and family, so sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Jackie Sarlo

December 2, 2015

Lisa,

I just read about your mom. I'm so sorry and want you to know my thoughts are with you. She was amazing. Love and hugs, Jackie

Melanie Morris Boshart

December 1, 2015

To all the Family..Ms. Jacque was a loving mother, Grandmother and a beautiful true lady inside and out. I'm blessed to have known the whole family for most my life, have wonderful and cherish memories , and always felt Ms Jacque as being like a second mom.. Her spirit and caring nature will always be remembered. She will be greatly missed by all, and may she R.I.P. The Service was a lovely Tribute to her. Love to all the Whitsell family and may God be with you all during these days of sorrow and may he give you the strength through your difficult days. Love to you all !

Kymberley Oliver

December 1, 2015

Your Mother was such a Beautiful Lady. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers to all of you. Love & Miss You All.

Gary and Kerry Vogt

December 1, 2015

To Jacque's dear family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet, fun loving, generous Mom. We have such wonderful memories from Centre Court and of course, teaching at Bayou Ski School! Our thoughts are with you and we pray you find comfort in your memories!

Denise Whittaker- Hoar

December 1, 2015

Sorry for your loss - Fond Memories

Lisa Garcia

November 30, 2015

Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the Whitsell family from the Garcias!
May God be with you all during this difficult time and bring you peace!

November 30, 2015

I am so sad to hear of Jacque's death. I knew her from high school and we were alpha chi sorority sisters at I.U. She was always so positive and so full of joy. She will be missed by all who ever knew her. Nancy hunt

Debbie Ferrante

November 30, 2015

Dear Amy, Lisa, Mike, Davy, and all of your families. I and my family are so incredibly sorry for the loss of your mom. Great memories of growing up and hanging out in the pool house. Sorry I can't make it tomorrow but will be there in prayer and spirit. Love and prayers, Debbie Ferrante and all my crew.

Lynn Blair

November 30, 2015

Dear Amy, Lisa, David and Mike, Your beautiful Mom and I were classmates and good friends at Howe High school in Indianapolis. She was a favorite with everyone, always cheerful, in high spirits, warm and funny. She will be sorely missed. My love and condolences to your family

November 30, 2015

I am greatly saddened to hear abut the passing of my friend from high school, Jacque.

She was vivacious, smart, beautiful, and a very nice girl. I have great memories of Jacque and only wish I could have seen her more often over the years. This was my loss.

Jacque Egan Post

November 30, 2015

Amy, Lisa, Mike and Dave, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Miss Jacque was a beautiful and graceful lady, inside and out. She was always so friendly and so full of life that it is difficult to imagine her now gone. She will remain a fond memory of my childhood, whipping around in her powder blue Mustang! May God be with you all while coping with your loss.
Jacque Egan Post, New Orleans

November 30, 2015

I was so very much looking forward to seeing you next year at our 60th reunion. I will always treasure walking that mile to Howe with you and Sharon, car pooling to work at the Speedway pool, and our dress-up date to the NY play under the tent when I got my driver's license. You were the best.

November 30, 2015

So sorry to hear about Jacque, a lot of us knew her well at Howe High School in Indianapolis and at Indiana University. She kept in touch with some of her friends from those times and we'll all miss seeing her always smiling face. Skip Springer, Noblesville, IN

Kasey Boudreau Venezia

November 29, 2015

Mrs Jacque will always have a special place in my heart. I have so many childhood memories with her....the many sleepovers at her house. I had so much fun with her. Such an amazing woman! My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I know she is in heaven now with my gran, Janie Morris, smiling down on us all.

Barry Peets

November 29, 2015

Amy,Lisa, David & Mike so sad to hear about your mom. Sis & I send our thoughts & prayers. Aunt Jacque was a special lady & aunt. I still remember the days she took me to Butler U to the outdoor plays. She taught me so much on how to become a young man. God bless her!!

November 29, 2015

So sad to hear of Jacque's passing. She was a ray of light and
always fun to be around. Our condolences to the entire family.

Ron and Carol Hitzeman

Autumn and David Suckow

November 29, 2015

We feel very fortunate that you were a part of our family for fifteen years. We will miss you Miss Jacque.

Allison (Lewis) Wagner

November 29, 2015

I am so so sorry. She was a wonderful person and an inspiration to us all; a mid-western steel magnolia. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love that the donations are going to LLL.

Vanessa Cruse

November 29, 2015

I'm so sorry Lisa. I remember how beautiful and sweet she was. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless

Renee Fourcade McAnnally

November 28, 2015

Ms. Jacque: You were always so full of life and love. May you rest in the Lord's loving arms. Amy, Lisa, Mike & Dave: You are all in my prayers. With love, Renee Fourcade McAnnally

November 28, 2015

Words cannot express how sadden I am over my neighbor and friend's passing! My prayers are with her and with her family.Love you Jacque and will miss you terribly!
Sharon LeBoeuf

November 28, 2015

My love and prayers are with Jacque's entire family.She was a very beautiful person in every way.Mary Lou Askew Janoe

Sally Jenkins

November 28, 2015

Blazing smile, endless energy and high spirits, always surrounded by a swirl of laughter and circles of running kids. We will miss you.

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