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Martinel Leonard Fleury Jr.

1928 - 2023

Martinel Leonard Fleury Jr. obituary, 1928-2023, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1928

DIED

2023

FUNERAL HOME

Charbonnet Family Services-New Orleans - Historic Treme

1615 St. Philip Street

New Orleans, Louisiana

Martinel Fleury Jr. Obituary

Mr. Martinel Leonard Fleury, Jr., entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at the age of 95. He was born on February 13, 1928 to the late Martinel, Sr. and Mabel Prevost Fleury. Mr. Fleury was joined in Holy Matrimony to the late Joyce Larche Fleury and their union was blessed with four children, sons, Leonard Fleury (Suzette), Kenneth Fleury (Judy), Anthony Fleury (Miyuki) and daughter, Jennifer Fleury (Darren). Also survived by ten grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; sister, Andrea Fleury Carter and brothers, Reginald, Carlos (Bobbie) and Clinton Fleury, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Fleury is also preceded in death by a sister, Honora Curry. A Mass of Christian Burial honoring the life and legacy of the late Mr. Martinel Leonard Fleury, Jr., will be held at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 3368 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119 on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 10:30 am. Interment: St. Louis Cemetery #3. Visitation 9:30 am in the church. At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, please consider an online donation to Donate Today - The American Cancer Society in honor of Mr. Fleury. Due to COVID variants, face mask and social distancing encouraged. Please sign online guestbook at www.charbonnetfuneralhome.com. Charbonnet Labat Glapion, Directors (504) 581-4411.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 2 to Aug. 4, 2023.

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Judy

February 7, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Della Abron

September 6, 2023

So sorry for your loss.

Vernella Rogers

September 5, 2023

So sorry to hear of Martinel's passing. He was a friend and devoted member of NARFE Chapter 41 New Orleans. Our prayers for comfort to his family.

Shirley Peete Tucker

August 11, 2023

My prayers are with your family. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead. Your father was an artist and teacher with patience and kindness. I was in his class at the People Program. With love and sympathy.
Shirley Peete Tucker

Rachel Poplion

August 9, 2023

Sending my love during this difficult time. Mr. Fleury was such a kind man and he will be sorely missed.

Alia Fleury

August 8, 2023

Alia Fleury

August 8, 2023

Alia Fleury

August 8, 2023

Alia Fleury

August 8, 2023

Alia Fleury

August 8, 2023

Alia Fleury

August 8, 2023

Alia Fleury

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Alia Fleury

August 8, 2023

The best paw paw ever!! 95 years of a full and wonderful life. We will miss you more than words can ever say. - Love, your favorite granddaughter <3

Chris Carroll

August 6, 2023

I knew Martinel from People Program. He was such a nice man! He taught me a lot about pastel painting. I saw him a few times after he left People Program. He was always so friendly and kind.

Cynthia Watler

August 5, 2023

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort at this time. Cynthia Watler (Maureen´s cousin)

Tyiece Baptiste-Howard

August 5, 2023

Condolences to the family.

Patricia A. Ward

August 5, 2023

Condolences to the Flurry Family. The beautiful spirit of Martinel graced us at People Program where he shared his artistic talents and intellectual depth. I appreciate that he was gentle and kind.
Pat Ward


Pat Ward

Yvette Gilyot

August 4, 2023

Condolences to the the entire Fleury family,he will be missed. He was a very gentle and humble person. No more pain and suffering , take your rest after 95 yrs on this earth.

The Gilyot and Rachal Families
Family

René Crusto

August 4, 2023

Another of my old uncles of style. Condolences to the rest of the family especially immediate family that knew him best. RIP uncle!

Reginald Fleury

August 3, 2023

My brother was one of the nicest men in the world, above all others who are nice and kind. I will love him always. His family lost a great dad. He loved them very much. He loved his mother, father and brothers and sisters. He loved Suzette and Jade for their support. I know he suffered and now he is at peace. Love to a great brother.

Cheryl Turner

August 3, 2023

My condolences and prayers to the family and especially Suzette,Jade and Alia. I love you as always.
Ms. Cheryl and Monique. God Bless.

elizabeth (lisa) broussard

August 3, 2023

He was a great man. Very kind, soft spoken and wise. Loved by many. It was a privilege to have gotten to know him. He will be missed. Condolences to all his family and loved ones. Thanks for being a 2nd dad to me when mine was overseas.

William & Deborah Jeffrion

August 3, 2023

Dear Jennifer,
Please accept our sympathy. Your father was always a kind and gentle man. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for you and your family.

Pamela Thomas

August 2, 2023

RIP Mr.Martinel Fluery

Judy Briisco-Fleury

August 2, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful man and grandfather. We will love you and miss you always. Judy, Brandon & Brian Fleury

Lisa Falgout Honoré

August 2, 2023

Words cannot begin to express my sorrow. Please accept my deepest condolences for your family loss.

Alicia McKendall

August 2, 2023

Deepest condolences to Fleury family and loved ones. May his Spirit be with loved ones always.

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Memorial Events
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Aug

5

Visitation

9:30 a.m.

Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church

3368 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA

Aug

5

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church

3368 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA

Funeral services provided by:

Charbonnet Family Services-New Orleans - Historic Treme

1615 St. Philip Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

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