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Philip Fernand Kerlec Jr.

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Philip Kerlec Obituary

Philip Fernand Kerlec, Jr. passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022 at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of LaPlace, LA. Philip proudly served his country in the 101st Army Infantry, during the Vietnam War from 1970-1971. He was an avid LSU Tigers, New Orleans Saints, and Boston Red Sox fan. Beloved husband of Cecilia Seher Kerlec. Loving father of Lloyd Kerlec (Marcy), and Philip Kerlec, III. (Jennifer). Son of the late Philip Kerlec and Lillian Kerlec. Brother of Armand Kerlec, Harry Kerlec (Victoria), Michael Kerlec, Thomas Kerlec, and the late Frank Kerlec and Kathleen Mobley. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Funeral Mass at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 529 W. 5th St., LaPlace on Friday, June 3, 2022. Visitation at church from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 12:00 p.m. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.milletguidry.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jun. 1 to Jun. 3, 2022.

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Terry J Rappold

July 4, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond childhood memories, hanging around your entire family.

Mary Ann (Rappold) Taylor

July 4, 2022

Although I haven't seen Philip since I was a child, I remember him as always being sweet and kind. My sympathies go out to all of his loved ones.

Ann Rebaldo

June 3, 2022

Prayers for your family during this time of sorrow

Abby Wickboldt - St. Joan of Arc School

June 2, 2022

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

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10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

529 W, LaPlace, LA 70068

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Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

529 W, LaPlace, LA 70068

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2806 West Airline Highway, Laplace, LA 70068

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