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Josephine Pardys Obituary

Josephine Mistretta Pardys passed away on Friday, September 5, 2014, at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Morris H. Pardys. Daughter of the late Catherine Monteleone Mistretta and Camello Mistretta. Sister of Vita Mistretta Thibodaux and Roy Mistretta and the late Leon, Anthony, Frank, Emile and Steve Mistretta. Mother of JoAnn Ovino Tujague, Arthur Anthony Wehl and the late Robert Henry LaBorde. Step-mother of Dr. Stephen Pardys. Grandmother of Robert, Rory, Ricky, Randy and Ronald LaBorde; Nicole Tujague Nolan and Emile H. Tujague III. She is also survived by many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Josie was a member of City of Hope Cancer Research, Lamp Lighters Club, Germaine Wells Easter Parade and the Krewe of Adonis. She was the manger of Godchaux's Fine Jewelry's Department and Rubenstein's Brothers Jewelry Department. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to JoAnn Long and Debbie Dwyer for their love and care of our mother. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. until service time. Interment to follow at All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Sep. 6 to Sep. 9, 2014.

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Cathy Quartararo

September 12, 2014

Joanne, I truly regret not knowing that your Beautiful Mother passed as I certainly would have attended. It is very difficult to find the words to express sympathy to a daughter when loosing her Mother . . . just know that I feel your pain and emptiness. My prayers are with you and your family. Much Love, Cathy & Jack

Phyllis Ovino Rambeau

September 8, 2014

Jo Ann, I was so very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. No more pain, no more suffering, just peace and love where she is now. I know she had a large group of people waiting to welcome her back into the fold. I started to remember family parties, how much fun we children had just watching the adults and your Mother always just the picture of perfection and grace. She was one of the most beautiful women I have ever seen. I love and miss those times. Our deepest sympathy to you, Emile, your family, and Arthur.

Love and Prayers Now and Forever,
Phyllis and Fred Rambeau

Mary Morgan

September 8, 2014

To the Family of Josephine (Mistretta) Pardys.

My name is Mary (Gagliano) Morgan & I am a cousin to Josephine (Mistretta) Pardys, I am so sorry to hear of her passing, she is with God & Jesus & is in good hands with them, I know she will be missed by her family & friends. Josephine is a cousin to my mother Josephine (Lorio) Gagliano, you used to come over to my mother's house in New Orleans, Louisiana. Josephine is related to my mother's side of the family the Lorio side. My mother always enjoyed Josephine's visit, they got along very good. My mother Josephine (Lorio) Gagliano passed away on June 26, 1990, she was 81 years old. I miss my mother & father very much. I know you will miss your mother a lot, in fact I just lost my brother Anthony Gagliano Sr. on June 3, 2014, I miss him too very much, too. Our families that have passed on are always with us. If you would like to call me, you can call me on my cell phone # 602-295-5308 & I live in Gilbert, Arizona. I would love to hear from a family member of my cousin Josephine. It is always important for family members to stay in touch. Even though I did not know Josephine personally, my sister Lucille (Gagliano) Welsh had told me about Josephine's passing & about Josephine used to come over to our house. May God be with you all at this time.

diane mistretta

September 7, 2014

joann, sorry to hear about your mother's passing.may jesus welcome her home. love diane,cindy johnny,frank,kim,louann,darren and louis

Gina Mistretta - Wehner

September 7, 2014

My Aunt Josi was the most beautifulest lady around. I have memories I will hold close to my heart.

September 7, 2014

HE Will Raise Her Up On Eagle's Wings,

Bear Her On The Breath Of Dawn,

Make Her To Shine Like The Sun,

And Hold Her In The Palm Of HIS Hand.

An Old Friend.

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