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Marion Menesses Obituary

Marion Recurt Menesses passed away at her home on Sunday, October 1, 2017 at the age of 90. Daughter of the late Louis Recurt and Delores Alcorn Recurt Schmidt. Stepdaughter of the late George W. Schmidt (Earline). She was preceded in death by her loving husband Alexander A. Menesses; her son Alex A. Menesses; her siblings Louis Recurt, Catherine Robino, Audrey Lewis and George Schmidt Jr. She is survived by her remaining children Glenda Bringol (Chris), Susan, Michael (Patti) and Pamela (Gigi); her grandchildren Michael (Dana), Brandon (Rita), Victoria, Giavanna and Angelina; her great grandchildren Ayden, Corynne, Rosalina, Alex and Etta; her sister Cleo Watson. Marion was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish until Hurricane Katrina when she relocated to Lacombe, LA with her family. She was employed by the St. Bernard Parish School Board for over 35 years and was secretary at Borgnemouth Elementary School and then Willie Smith Jr. Elementary School where she made many friends that were very dear to her. The Menesses family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to her caretakers Deborah Fulton, Angelle Verret-Denney, Brandi Christy, Anitria Celestine and Michele McDavitt. Also to St. Tammany Parish Hospice and her special nurse Susan Orser and Deacon Dan from St. John of the Cross. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, October 5, 2017 from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 11:00 AM. She will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Oct. 3 to Oct. 5, 2017.

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October 4, 2017

Ms. Marion was a very kind and caring lady. I enjoyed working with her at Borgnemouth Elementary for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Rosalind Darsam (Hammond,LA.)

ROSEMARIE RANDALL

October 4, 2017

So sorry to hear of Marion passing , Prayers to the family , RIP MARION THE RANDALLS RANDY , ROSEMARIE , KEITH , MARK , GREG & RANDY

Sr. Jeanne Moore

October 4, 2017

Marion's warmth and intelligence radiated to us who knew her and your family at Our Lady of Lourdes. I returned to New Orleans this summer following my Katrina diaspora, otherwise I would not have known of her passing. Marion died on my birthday so I will have a handy way of remembering her annually. May our loving God gift you all with grateful memories and deep hope.
Sister Jeanne Moore

Ola May Dufrene

October 4, 2017

Michel,Pattie and all the rest of the family Mr. Acklin and I would like to send our condolences to y'all of you. We know you mom and dad before any of you were born your mother brought sunshine into a room when she came in and I'm sure you will all follow in her steps. Mr. Acklin and Ms Ola May
from Violt now on the Westbank

C A White Atlanta

October 4, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences to the family and friends in your hour of sorrow. May you find peace and comfort in the words of God.

Kenny & Karen Henderson

October 3, 2017

Ms. Marian used to work with me at the School Board during the summers (1970-1974). We used to have so much fun!! We would laugh and giggle. I really loved her a lot. And, Kenny, grew up in old Violet with Ms. Marian and her whole family. She was a great lady!!!! Our prayers for her children and family! Love,

Erin Dowd

October 2, 2017

Brandon and Michael, I am very sorry to hear about you grandmother. Miss Marion was a very special person. She was the heart and soul of Borgnemouth Elementary. She was a great mentor when I was starting out as a teacher so many years ago. When she would talk about you guys, her eyes would sparkle and her heart swelled with pride. My prayers and condolences to your family. Love, Erin Dowd

Elizabeth Taylor-McCurdy

October 2, 2017

Many beautiful childhood memories. RIP Beautiful Angel.

Michele Nazar

October 2, 2017

Pam and family, I am so very sorry. Ms. Marion was such a lovely person and I felt blessed having known her. Please know you have my prayers.

Love to you all

Georganna Alphonso

October 2, 2017

Pam and the rest of the Menesses family my heart goes out to all of you. May God send you the peace you need to get through this trying time. All of you are in my prayers. Your mom was a sweet and caring person may she Rest In Peace.

Love,
Georganna Alphonso & Lanny Villanueva

Sam Stander

October 2, 2017

To Pam, and the rest of the family, my sincerest condolences. I remember Ms Marion as such a wonderful loving woman, growing up in old Violet. I know she will be cherished in your memories forever. Peace and love to you all.

LYNN GAGNON

October 2, 2017

My prayers go out to all of you. Marion was the best friend, confidante and secretary I could ever have. She was one of the sharpest women I knew! I loved her dearly. It breaks my heart but I am glad she is in a better place with her family that went before her.

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