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Merle Brignac Obituary

Merle Arceneaux Brignac passed away on Friday, March 25, 2016. She has rejoined her husband, John K. Brignac, and her son, Jason Brignac, in there eternal heavenly home. She is survived by her loving children: Tara Boudreaux (Damon), Jessica Brignac, Susan "Sue" Veron (Brad), Eric Brignac and Wanda Brignac. Merle was the grandmother of Drake, Reece, Reno, John and Dallas. She is also survived by her mother Mary Arceneaux and preceded in death by her father Henry "Cotton" Arceneaux Jr. Merle had a love for her nick-nacks, candles, Scentsy, make-up and perfume. Most importantly she had a love for her family and spending time with them. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulina, La on Thursday, Mach 31, 2016 from 9:00AM till 10:45AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in the church mausoleum. Condolences may be expressed at www.hcalexanderfh.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Mar. 28 to Mar. 31, 2016.

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Nancy Sick

April 29, 2016

Tara: I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Direxa told me and I just couldn't believe it. I can still remember the day we heard about the death of your brother. Seems like only yesterday. And now this. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God wrap His loving arms around you and hold you close.

Beth Bourgeois

March 30, 2016

Sorry for your loss. She will certainly be missed and remembered. Always smiling and kind and full of love and hugs.

Rachel Starlone

March 29, 2016

Deepest sympathies to family and friends. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you - Sue & Tara hugs

Markquell & Quanta Stewart

March 29, 2016

SORRY FOR YOUR LOST, MRS. MERLE WAS A SWEET LADY SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED!

Billie Keller

March 29, 2016

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Dana Roques

March 29, 2016

My heart aches knowing I will never see my friend again, she was a great friend and customer! as we all know her love for Scentsy !! Till we meet again, RIP Merle the pearl

peggy gautreaux

March 28, 2016

with deepest sympathy on such a huge loss to family and friends

Jessica and Cody Malkiewicz

March 28, 2016

SO Sorry to hear about Merle. She will def be missed! Praying for You Tara, Jess, and Sue! Love yall!

Cheryl and Ba-Ba Kliebert

March 28, 2016

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family

Staff of Alexander Funeral Home

March 28, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Bonnie Louque

March 28, 2016

My heart aches for all of you. Merle was such a sweet woman. I can hear her laugh now. That smile was contagious. She was so much fun to be around. She will be missed by many. May God grant you his spirit of Peace and Comfort during this difficult time.

March 28, 2016

Sorry to learn of Merle's passing.
She will be missed. We will always remember her smiling face and her laugh.
Prayers to the family and may our Lord
hold you all in his loving arms during this time.
EJ and Joan Melancon
Ed and Matt Melancon

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