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Robert Dessommes Obituary

Robert Edgar Dessommes passed away on Friday, October 11, 2019 at the age of 73. Beloved husband of the late Susan LaRose Dessommes, who passed away in 2015. Father of Lauren Dessommes Brignac (Jeffrey). Grandfather of Aubrey Claire Labourdette and Shelby Honore' Labourdette. Brother of Charles Dessommes Jr. (Linda), Eric Dessommes (Tricia), and Deborah Dessommes Blitch (Jack). Son of the late Sarah Ernestine Flaspoller and Charles Auguste Dessommes. He is survived by other relatives and friends, and his companion, "Devil dog" Pheobe. Robert was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was a graduate of East Jefferson High School and Louisiana Tech. He received his Bachelors in Accounting and retired from Southland Plumbing Supply as a Controller. He was known for his sense of humor and limitless kindness. He was a true history buff. He loved his animals, but was happiest when spending time with his grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 360 Robert Blvd in Slidell, on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at 12 PM. Visitation will begin at 10 AM. A private burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Angels Grove Ranch, 81270 Katie Ln Bush, LA 70431. To view and sign the family guestbook please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Oct. 14 to Oct. 17, 2019.

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Eric Dessommes

November 13, 2019

What a Guy and good person.........

October 28, 2019

Sending love and sympathy to all my Dessommes relations. I know you are missing Robert something fierce! My deepest condolences,
Marie Elise Dessommes

October 18, 2019

My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of sorrow. (Psalm 145:19)

Nancy Thorne

October 16, 2019

Sending my condolences, Nancy

Billy Foret

October 14, 2019

Robert was a great former neighbor and a true lifelong friend. He will be sincerely missed.
I am thankful that Peggy and I recently spent an afternoon with him. May God Bless My Friend and his family.

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Visitation

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

Aldersgate United Methodist Church

360 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA

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17

Funeral service

12:00 p.m.

Aldersgate United Methodist Church

360 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA

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