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for Linda Guess
SHIRLEY HEIGLE PERFETTI
June 24, 2014
MY HEART GOES OUT TO HER SISTER AND FAMILY.
IRISH CHANNEL FRIEND OF LINDA'S AND MISS HER DEARLY. WE BECAME CLOSE FRIENDS SINCE SHE GOT IN THE 11TH WARD LADIES CLUB.
ALWAYS HAVING A GOOD TIME, ONE OF A KIND.
THIS MONTH WAS HARD, NOT SEEING LINDA @ THE MEETING BUT WE STILL HONORED HER AS SITTING IN HER CHAIR AND PARTY AS USUAL.
WILL ALWAYS TOAST TO LINDA ON HOLIDAYS
CHRISTMAS, ST PATRICK'S DAY, MARDI GRAS, 11TH WARD PICNIC, ETC
WILL NEVER FORGET U !!!
REST IN PEACE!!!
YOUR DRINKING BUDDY
SHIRLEY HEIGLE PERFETTI
June 18, 2014
Linda was such a kind person. Always fun to see. Deepest sympathy to her family.
Rita Gerstner Mitts.
Norma Dalferes Sigler
June 7, 2014
It broke my heart when i heard you were gone, Linda. You and I had a special friendship that i never had before, nor have i had since we began back in 1970 or so. At your funeral, many people talked about your being the life of every party (and you were), but i hope they knew that you were so much more than that. There was nothing you would not do for your friends, but you went beyond that in generosity and offered your love and friendship to everybody. You were a woman of strength, courage, determination, faith, and with more sense than anyone i know. Your work ethics held everybody to a higher standard and although we only actually only worked together at Vocational Rehab, i'm sure you took that into every job you had. I know you instilled it into Morgan as well. I'll miss our discussions and how you 'messed' with me about Catholicism. Our daily 'skype' sessions and chatting on fb while we watched the soaps in different states made my day. I wish i were as good a friend to you as you were to me, but i'm sure i fell terribly short. Thank you for putting up with me all these years. I'll love you til i leave here. To one of a kind, from another.
Barbara and Morgan, you will be in my prayers just as Linda was in my prayers every day, as well as all of us who are grieving her death. God and time will heal our hurt, and although we won't get over it, i know we'll at least get through it.
God Bless Us
June 6, 2014
Barbara,
Thinking of you and your family, you are in my prayers.
Cassandra Bookman
Ruby Bourgeois
June 5, 2014
I only worked with Linda a few time, but I have to say she was very nice person always willing to help. Linda will be missed by all of her co-workers. My sympathy to Linda's family. RIP
Cathy Winston-Magee
June 5, 2014
My deepest sympathy extends to the family and friends of Ms. Linda Guess.
Ms. Linda was a nice person to know with such a lovely personality. I worked with Linda at CPS in Harahan, La. for several years and her kindness, enthusiasm, eagerness to help, and positiveness were fantastic qualities shared with us and greatly appreciated. She will certainly be missed.
May all who knew Linda find comfort in the God of all Comfort and in fond memories of her.
Carlos Naranjo
June 5, 2014
We will miss you Linda, you were always so kind, always had a smile.
Barbara Haynes
June 5, 2014
Prayers and condolences to the Guess family. May Linda's soul rest in eternal peace...
Darren Burns
June 5, 2014
Nan you will surely be missed, especially on Sundays when we would text back & forth during the Saints games - (now maybe you can do something about Patrick Robinson). Even though we were miles apart, it was great that technology helped us be able to share those moments together. You have always looked out for me from a child to an adult & welcomed my wife & daughter as if they were your own. We will miss talking to you, having lunch or dinner with you when we were in town & the expectation of the much awaited Christmas/birthday gift that always contained something unique & Saints related. I guess you know now that it always meant so much to us that we never did wait to open it - we just couldn't help ourselves. I can't believe such a wonderful person in my life has left way too soon, but you have left me with wonderful memories. And you showed me by your own actions that life is to be lived to its fullest & treat others with kindness & love always. You were more than just me Godmother to me you were an inspiration & even now you are showing me how to live life. Thank you for all you have given & shown me. We will miss you so much! We love you! Darren, Cheryl & Kortney Burns
Mary Bode
June 5, 2014
Linda will be truly missed. Not only was she the best friend a person could have, she was also a truly wonderful person who lit up the room with her personality. I will always treasure my memories of the fun times we had together. The Irish Channel has another angel in Heaven.
Suzanne Grote
June 5, 2014
The world will be a little grayer the sun won't shine as bright. Your absence will impact us all. So sorry for your loss Barbara.
mae mc nulty evans
June 5, 2014
Sorry to hear that linda passed away we were neighbor when she lived on con stance st and always smiling, may she rest in peace
Leslie Latino
June 4, 2014
Ms. Linda was a sweetheart. Michael and I both will truly miss our dear friend. Always the first person to say hello at our meetings I will miss her and all of her antics. We both feel blessed to have called her our friend.
Yolanda Brown-Burds
June 4, 2014
Barbara...
Grief can be so hard, but your special memories of Linda will help you cope.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Stanley & Yolanda Brown Burds (LRS)
June 4, 2014
I first met Linda when I worked at Louisiana Rehabilitation Services. We became fast friends. One of my fondest memories was taking a Spring Break trip from NO to Panama City Florida to St. Petersburg. In none other then Linda's Ford Pinto. Our good friend, Marlene joined us. We had a crazy wild time. Linda was a kind and loving friend. My deepest condolences to her family. Christine Murla Saul from Littleton, Colorado.
Angel Forbes-Shaw
June 4, 2014
Linda and I were classmates in Jr. and Sr. High school. She looks just the same as I remember her. She was a very sweet girl with a great sense of humor. Always kind and caring. I am sure she will be greatly missed by all.
Sheila Rost
June 4, 2014
Today is a hard one for all of us. We will all have our own personal and special memories of Linda left in our hearts. Like all of her characters she used to dress up as. She always made us smile and laugh.
I am certain of two things, she would have wanted us all to be here today with our happiest thoughts and all the good times and the times we all spent together and secondly she is still with us in spirit.
Linda was such a strong , compassionate and funny person through and through from character, personality and presence. If Linda was your friend you were lucky , she was a True Friend.
We are all here because somewhere, somehow we have all been touched by her.
We were all very lucky to have Linda in our lives and she will be missed dearly.
Terry Imbraguglio
June 4, 2014
I cannot express the loss I felt when I heard the news that we lost (a family member) Linda. Linda has been a big part of the Goliwas family for over 40 or so years. I can only take solace knowing she is with my Mom now...that's all I can think of to make sense of this sudden loss of such a wonderful caring person, there was no other like Linda. RIP
Margie Wilson-Kekko
June 4, 2014
I attended Fortier while Linda was a student there. Although we were not friends, I remember her as a sweet, quiet girl. I am sorry to learn of her passing and will pray for comfort for her family and friends. May she rest in eternal peace.
Hilda & Eddie Austin
June 4, 2014
Oh, Linda! You will be missed from January - December every year! Just remembering how you celebrated/dressed for each holiday! Had the honor of standing with you for the St.Patty's Day parade this 3/16/14 and shared more fun memories we will take with us forever. You will be missed always, but we know you are not alone with all that have gone before you. Too many to name, but you are with them know who they are. You can't bet on the Belmont for once because you already know who the winner is! You will always be a winner to us! Thanks for the memories. You Dat! Love, Eddie & Hilda Austin
Paula Hennessey
June 4, 2014
Ms. Linda (as I have always called you), it truly has been my pleasure and honor to be considered your friend. You were the "life of the party" always and everyone loved being around you. I am in shock still because you left us so soon and I know that you are in heaven having a "party" up there. Please tell all of our loved ones hello from the Irish Channel!!
Bobby "Cave" & Jean Clavier
June 4, 2014
Linda was a very sweet and kind lady who enjoyed life to the fullest. She will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Barbara Walters
June 3, 2014
I have been knowing Linda for over 30 years and I knew when I met Linda that I instantly met a friend for life. She was nice, personable, friendly but most of all, fun. She was unique and loved life. She was always ready for lots of fun and we all enjoyed being around Linda. She will be missed by all of us. If we have learned anything from Linda, it is to enjoy life to the fullest. Have fun as much as you can with your friends and family. Love, Barbara Walters
Danell & John Barrett
June 3, 2014
Linda was the life of the party. She had the heart of gold. Our hearts are broken, she will be missed. She was a true friend to all. Will hold onto the memories. May she RIP.
Danell & John Barrett
Kim Gallagher
June 3, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was so caring, sweet and fun-loving. Heaven just received another angel. She will be missed.
Carolyn Kramer
June 3, 2014
What to say. You were bright. You were fun. You were a kind, good hearted person. It's inconceivable that one so spirited could be gone in a flash. You were fun to know and even more fun to work with. You took care of us for years at OCS by making the most difficult tasks seem simple. I know you're up there now smiling down on us. My condolences to your family.
June 3, 2014
I enjoyed working with Linda these last few months. I will miss her fun-loving spirit that helped me so much.
Valrie Amato
News America co-worker
Out for Fun Ladies Club
June 3, 2014
The Out for Fun Ladies Club sends their sincere and deepest sympathy! Linda will be missed by all! She has touched our lives in so many ways! May Linda rest in peace!
Linda thanks for the memories!
Debi Giordano
June 3, 2014
I have only known Linda for a few short years through the 11th Ward Ladies Social Club. She was very fun-loving and always in the middle of the party. I am sure she will carry on that same spirit in her new home and we will all see her again one day. RIP
Joan Dubuc
June 3, 2014
I am very sorry to hear of Linda's passing! Really enjoyed her company at our meeting and functions! She was very entertaining and put a smile on everyone faces! She will be missed! Ma Linda Rest-in Peace!
Wanda & Charlie Varnado
June 3, 2014
U R going to be missed by all. I enjoy being your friend. You never said a bad word about anyone.
TOMMY MARQUEZ
June 3, 2014
Barbara, I am sorry to hear about Linda's passing. Linda was my neighbor when she lived on Fontainbleau Drive and I lived on Octavia Street. We also worked together for many years at Family Services and the Office of Community Services. You may remember my brother, Richard, as you and he were friends for many years. Linda was a very special woman and I will always remember her as an inspiration to everyone she met. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless you!
Cheryl Burke Drendel
June 3, 2014
Irish Channel functions will not be the same without Linda's shining face. She was always the life of the party and a good friend. She will be missed by all! You and your family are in our prayers.
June 3, 2014
Sweet, sweet Linda. When the Orleans OCS office heard of your passing, we were stunned. How could such a sparkling, energenic, fun-loving woman be taken so soon. The air was heavy from this great loss. Rest in peace. May the angels in heaven enjoy your spirit as much as we did. Much love to the family.
Kristine Blocker, OCS GNO
Hanging out at Caffé Fresca
Donna Dubuc Latino
June 3, 2014
I can't begin to tell you how much we are going to miss you! You were so much fun to hang out with and always made every one laugh! You touched so many lives! You were truly the life of the party! Going to miss seeing you at the club meetings, ladies nights, the Saints tailgating party's (in your gear), St. Patty's (in your Leprechaun shoes/hat), crawfish boils (in your crawfish hat) and so on. You still have me smiling while typing this just thinking of you! Saw your rainbow this weekend in Florida for the girls trip and knew you were there with all of us! We know you were in that Pot of Gold at the end of that rainbow wearing your leprechaun shoes and hat! You will live in our hearts forever! Thanks for all the wonderful memories! You will never be forgotten!
We Love you and may you rest in peace and fly high with the angels! Until we meet again! See you on the other side!
Hugs and prayers,
Jay & Donna Latino & Family
Bitsy Hyer
June 3, 2014
Linda was truely a remarkable person with a zest for life. I will forever remember her many hats, she had one for every occasion!CHristmas and St. Patrick's Day will never be the same.
Jerry A. McGaughey
June 3, 2014
I met Linda while at Live Oak, She always enjoyed supporting us at sporting events and school activities. She was kind and compassionate and a great friend. She will be missed dearly. RIP my dear.
Dana Grimes
June 2, 2014
I went to junior high with Linda. Those 3 years I had a great friend shop with her. I did not see her again until 50 years later. It was just like hardly the time passed . She was the same sweet person she was then. I will miss talking to her.
June 2, 2014
St. Patrick's day won't be the same. Miss Linda was such a very good friend to my Mom and Dad. I can remember her sitting in our kitchen on second street singing irish songs (not really, cause none of them knew the actual words). She had an outfit for every occassion. She was such a sweet person with a contagious laugh and spirit that will be sorely missed.
Debbie & Gary Hebert
June 2, 2014
Linda was such a sweet sweet lady - she will be greatly missed by everyone!!!Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Sandy Meyer
June 2, 2014
You were always the life of the party and you will be missed by so many. So RIP my friend
Debbie Glory-Maxwell
June 2, 2014
Linda, you will be greatly missed by the members of the 11th Ward Ladies Social Club. Your out-going personality was an inspiration.
Bonnie Burns
June 1, 2014
There are Friends and their's Family but Linda was both. When Bonnie chose Linda to be our son Darren's God Mother it became very clear to us that if anything would have happen to us she would have done all she could to help Darren to become the man he should be. All of the Burns family loved you and you will be missed.
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