Marian Lillian Fagot Grillot

GRILLOT Marian Lillian Fagot Grillot came into this world on October 7, 1925. She was the fourth of six children born to Lillian Marie Duplantier Fagot and Cornelius Lionel Fagot, Sr. She entered eternal life following complications from several strokes and Parkinson's Disease on August 8, 2011. Marian is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Marion Charles (Pete) Grillot and their seven children; Sister Gwen Grillot, O. Carm., Andree Marie Grillot West (Leland), Gary Charles (Beth), Roy Gerard (Janet), Stephen Charles (Grace Fuselier), John Gregory (Lisa), and Michelle Marie Grillot Mayfield (Joe). There are 22 cherished grandchildren and 1 great grand daughter. "Ma Mere", as she was affectionately known by her grandchildren, lived life full of joy, always offering to do for others before herself. She loved hosting holiday gatherings, and making memories while surrounded by her family. A long time parishioner of St. Dominic Parish, Marian relocated to St. Benedict's Parish in Covington following Hurricane Katrina. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Lionel, Francis, and Edward Fagot. She leaves behind her sister, Lorraine Brennan and brother, Raymond Fagot. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the visitation at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Friday, August 12, 2011 beginning at 9:00 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Noon. Interment will be private. The family gratefully acknowledges the devoted love and attention given to Mere by Tracy Marcum from Right at Home in Home Care and Assistance, also to Lana Bowley and Hollie LeBlanc from Lakeshore Hospice, and to the staff at The Trace Assisted Living Facility in Covington. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Lakeshore Hospice, 2659 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, LA 70471, or to the Sisters of Mount Carmel, P.O. Box 476, Lacombe, LA 70445. To view and sign the guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.