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Marion Deffner Obituary

DEFFNER Marion Turner Deffner passed away with her family at her side on Thursday, December 18, 2008. Devoted wife of 53 years to John F. Deffner. Loving mother of Monica Deffner Chappetta (Dino) and Diana Deffner Dunham (Kevin). Adoring grandmother of Brittany and Taylor Chappetta and Derek and Kelsey Dunham. Daughter of the late Edna and James Turner. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Age 74 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 Noon on Monday, December 22, 2008 in the Chapel of Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, 70001. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until Mass time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church. Please Sign Online Guest Book at www.legacy.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Dec. 21, 2008.

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Susie Daray

January 6, 2009

Diana and Family,

I just heard the news of your mothers passing. Though I did not know your mother, I am sure she was a wonderful person just by knowing the daughters she raised. I know this is a very difficult time in your life but trust me the pain will lesson. Let your faith in God take you through this journey and guide you. Diana my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

Randy, Karen, Ross and Michele Mutter

January 4, 2009

Diana, Kevin, Derek, and Kelsey,

Our prayers are with your family at this time. I'm so sorry to hear of your mother passing away. Diana stay strong and we love you.

Love, Randy, Karen, Ross and Michele Mutter

Sally Kolb

January 1, 2009

Mr. Buddy, Monica, Diana, and Family-
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mrs. Marion will be remembered as a wonderful and caring woman. My sincere condolences and God bless you all.

Glenn Holmes

December 30, 2008

So sorry for your loss. Our condolences to your family.
Sincerely, Glenn Holmes and Lisa Holmes Kidd.

Jeff Picone

December 25, 2008

Uncle Buddy, Monica, Diana, and family,
Aunt Marion will truly be missed by so many. I will always remember her welcoming and cheerful smile. Grandma and Grandpa always enjoyed her company too, and now they are together again. May God bless you and your families. I am sorry that my family and I could not be with you at Aunt Marion's services. It was personally very difficult not being able to be there. My thoughts and prayers were and are still with you and your families.

Gwynne Tumminello

December 24, 2008

Our deepest condolences and prayers are with your entire family at this time. Your lives were truly blessed to have such a wonderful mom. Love and prayers, Gwynne, John and Sydney

Trudy Morris

December 22, 2008

Dear Mr. Buddy, Monica and Diana,
I was so sad to hear of Miss Marion's passing. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. My mom, Verdie also sends her sympathy and is very saddened at this time. She considered her one of her dearest friends. She will be missed.
Sincerely, Trudy Burch Morris

Erin Dearie

December 22, 2008

Mr. Buddy, Monica, Diana - I was very saddened to hear about Miss Marion. She was a great neighbor and could not have been more kind to me when I was growing up. After I left, whenever I was home to visit, she would always check with me to see how I was doing and what was going on with me. She was very thoughtful and I will always remember her fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during your time of sorrow.
Sincerely, Erin Dearie

Mary Deffner

December 22, 2008

Uncle Buddy, Monica, Diana and family,

My sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Aunt Marion was a special person and will be missed by many. I have fond memories of family gatherings, especially when the children were young. She always had five different projects going and never missed a step. She was so full of enery and always made me smile to be around her. She was so proud of her family and always had a story to share about her children or grandchildren. Thoughts of Aunt Marion will always bring warm, happy feelings to mind. Sorry I can't be with you today, but all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Mary

Robert Allemore SR.

December 22, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mickey Triche

December 21, 2008

Mr. Buddy, Diana, Monica, and families,

Words can barely touch the sweetness, kindness and love that Ms. Marian embodied. Not only did she have that gift, but she shared it with all who she came in contact with -- friend or foe. What a sweetie she was and will forever be in all our memories. Her legacy is shown everyday in the beautiful family she now looks over each and every day. We love you all, and God bless her and all of you. -- Mickey, Sandy and Kara Triche

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