Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home

3827 Canal Street

New Orleans, Louisiana

Osborne LeBlanc Obituary

Col. Osborne K. LeBlanc, USMC, Ret., on Monday, January 5, 2004, at 4:00 a.m. Beloved husband of Betty LeBlanc. Father of Jackay Metz, Richard and Douglas LeBlanc. Son of the late Ethel Finley LeBlanc and E.J. LeBlanc. Brother of Miriam Stewart, Mary Kay Joseph and Janice Kelly. Also survived by seven grandchildren: Ryan, Jill, Julie and Jonathan Metz, Nicola LeBlanc, Evan and Jordan LeBlanc. Age 85 years. A native of Abbeville, LA and a resident of Algiers, LA since 1947. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service. A religious service will be held in the chapel of JACOB SCHOEN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal Street, on Thursday, January 8, 2004, at 11:15 a.m. Interment in All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery. Friends may visit on Thursday from 10:00 am until 11:15 a.m. Family guest book may be signed on line at www.Legacy.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Times-Picayune on Jan. 6, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Osborne LeBlanc

Not sure what to say?





Laura Byrne

January 12, 2004

Mr. LeBlanc was a selfless, compassionate friend to my family during the illness and death of my husband. He was a rare, great man.

The world is diminished by his death.

Roxanne Atkinson

January 12, 2004

Dear Jackay, I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's death. When you spoke of him, I could hear the love in your voice for him and see it in your eyes. My prayers are with you and your family. I love you. Roxanne Atkinson

Sue Long Ellenberger

January 9, 2004

My deepest sympathy and prayers for the LeBlanc family.

Michael Long

January 8, 2004

Our love & prayers are with you.

Nancy Long

January 7, 2004

Dear Betty, Jackay, Richard and Doug, my heart goes out to you today. Please call on me if I can do anything to help.



With love, Nancy (Jennifer's sister)

Ruth and Bill Long

January 7, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.



Ruth and Bill Long

richard wyatt, jr.

January 6, 2004

With deepest sympathy, Richard, Susan, Brooke and Devon Wyatt

aaron wyatt

January 6, 2004

truly a great man who i will never forget,he was an inspiration to us all..

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in Osborne LeBlanc's name

Memorial Events
for Osborne LeBlanc

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home

3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

How to support Osborne's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Osborne LeBlanc's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more