JoAnn Russell Melerine

MELERINE JoAnn Russell Melerine passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at the age of 54. She was the beloved and cherished wife of Warren B. Melerine Jr., together for 34 years and 28 years of marriage. Loving mother of Chad Melerine Sr., Jason Melerine and Brad Melerine. Devoted mother-in-law of Leslie Davis Melerine, Evelyn Nicholson Melerine and Jessica Jordan Melerine. Daughter of the late Dolores Gonzales Russell and Harding R. Russell. Sister of Phillip Russell Sr. and the late Janette R. Walker. Proud grandmother of Hayley, Jessica & Chad Melerine Jr. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. JoAnn was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish where she was an honored employee of Sears in Meraux and Roques Jewelry. Since Hurricane Katrina, JoAnn has resided in Maylene & Alabaster, AL. She was well loved and affectionately known for her good nature and generous heart. She will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal wife, mother, grandmother and sister, who treasured her family. Relatives, friends and employees of Saia Motor Freight of New Orleans, LA & Birmingham, AL are invited to attend an evening visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, September 30th from 6:00PM - 10:00PM and again on Thursday morning from 9:00AM - 11:00AM. A funeral service will begin at 11:00AM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.