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Ralph Pierre Sr.

1934 - 2022

Ralph Pierre Sr. obituary, 1934-2022, Gramercy, LA

BORN

1934

DIED

2022

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Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services

315 East Airline Highway

Gramercy, Louisiana

Ralph Pierre Obituary

On December 3, 2022, Ralph F. Pierre, Sr was called from this life to the next at the age of 87. Ralph was born on December 4, 1934, in Lucy, Louisiana to Albert Pierre Sr. and Irma Champagne Pierre. After completing high school, he joined the United States Air Force, where he served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars as a mechanic. After retiring from the military, he returned to civilian life continuing his love of working as a Mechanic. He enjoyed music, technology, fishing, and being surrounded by his close family and friends. Ralph is survived by two sons, Michel, and Ralph Jr. (Raishauna) Pierre; two daughters, Yvette Pierre, and Kim (Michael) Pierre-Zamora; two brothers, Earl (Iris) and Darrel (Lillie) Pierre; two sisters, Marilyn Pierre DeGrasse and Pauline Bell; sisters-in-law, June, Magdelena, and Mary Pierre; 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Sr. and Irma Pierre; brothers John, Arthur, Albert Jr, Warren, and Anthony (Terry) Pierre; and brothers-in-law, Alphonse DeGrasse and Donald Bell. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, December 9, 2022, at St.Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 455 Ames Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072. Visitation begins at 8 am. Mass will begin at 10 am. Final care and professional services entrusted to Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Hwy., Gramercy, LA 70052. "When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a Treasure!!"

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Dec. 8, 2022.

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Rodney Hodges

January 7, 2023

I was very saddened to hear about the passing of Ralph Pierre Sr. You have my sincerest condolences and you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the God of all understanding give you peace that he is absent in the body, but present with the Lord.

Sonya Howard

December 13, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Tweet Colar

December 10, 2022

WOW....!!!!! To see my former mechanic in the obituary...!!!
Mr. Ralph displayed an awesome passion as a mechanic. I so enjoyed his laid back pleasant demeanor and how he happily joked and laughed. Months ago I called Mr. Ralph asking if he was still working on cars. He said, "No child, I retired". It was so good to hear his voice. Sending condolences and blessings to his family.
Thanks Mr. Ralph for showing us how to enjoy the simple joys in life.

Prayerfully,
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Linda Pierre

December 9, 2022

To my Family sorry for your lost Linda Pierre may God be with you on this day my prayers go out to you

Tonya D Smith

December 9, 2022

My deepest condolences to my family. Weeping may endure for the night but joy comes I'm the morning. Rest well Uncle Ralph.
Love Fox

Tanya Bell-Matthews

December 8, 2022

Man...I am having trouble with this but I can't be selfish. I can hear you saying, "Hey T...don't worry about me..you have to keep moving." You was one of the villagers that had a hand in raising me. You taught me sooo much! You were my second dad! You taught me how to change my tires, my head lights, my breaks on my car. You taught me how to deal with stressful situations. Now I have lost both of my dads. Well, God has you now and you are no longer in pain. You have graduated from Earth and now transitioned into a peaceful place called Heaven and received your beautiful wings. I know you will continue to watch over us along with your mother, father, brothers and God.
Just like I see the others, I will see you in my dreams Uncle Ralph.

We thank you for serving all of your earthly duties with us. Will love you forever!

-Tanya, Ernest and the kids (Your besties)

Teri Nicole

December 8, 2022

My silver fox always and forever! I love you beyond measure as you did with me.

Your loving niece, Teri Nicole

Tara

December 8, 2022

You was my one of favorite uncles. Selfless & caring & always there no matter what. Kept everyone smiling & laughing while you told stories with your music playing. My dad had a great brother. And I know everyone who proceeded you is so very happy to have you back! You touched many & my grandparents should be very proud of their kids! Your black going to miss you!!

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Dec

9

Visitation

8:00 a.m.

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

455 Ames Blvd, Marrero, LA

Dec

9

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

455 Ames Blvd, Marrero, LA

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Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services

315 East Airline Highway, Gramercy, LA 70052

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