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Russell Durosseau Obituary

Russell Shane Durosseau, Sr., 36, gone to soon on September 10, 2021. Russell was the son of Carol Montgomery-Jones Durosseau and the late Russell Durosseau. He was the father of Russell Shane Jr, Selena and Sage Durosseau. Russell is survived by four sisters Deirdre Sweat (Benjamin) Tennessee, Chacava Harris-McKey (Damien), Sheldonna Durosseau and Seaira Washington (Echette Jr) California; seven aunts Phyllis Miskel, Cricket, Naomi Montgomery, Regina Reaux (Micheal), Dr. Dianna Jones-Parker, Verna Mae Barras and Janet Almore; Four uncles Byron Montgomery (Eulene), Ronald Montgomery (Shelly) North Carolina, Edward, Micheal, Leon (Deborah) Durosseau. Five nephews; Four nieces; a great nephew and niece. Also survived by a host of relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his father Russell Durosseau, grandparents Juanita Fay Collins Montgomery, Adolph Jones Jr, Dorothy Carter Brown-Stirgus, Edward Durosseau Sr, Willimeana Mosley Durosseau; aunts Karen Montgomery Yusuf, Patricia Jones-James and Juanita Durosseau; uncles Anthony, Adolph Jones, Nathaniel, Raymond and Larry Durosseau. Family and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, October 2, 2021 for 10:00 a.m. at Saint Peter Clavier Catholic Church, 1923 St. Phillip Street, New Orleans, LA 70116. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. until the hour of service. Rev. Ajani Gibson officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Heritage Funeral Directors, 4101 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA., 70117.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Sep. 30 to Oct. 2, 2021.

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Denise Pierre

October 5, 2021

Sending my condolences to you and your family pray that continue to heal hurting hearts.

Brittney Rose

October 2, 2021

Thoughts and prayers are with you, Seaira, and your family. Continue to think of all the times shared and find comfort and peace in those memories. May God give you all strength and healing during this trying time.

Tanya Camese

October 2, 2021

I want to offer my heartfelt sympathy from the Camese and Johnson family. We are truly sorry for your lost. No one can know how you feel unless they have lost a child. No one can replace your son. My prayer for you and your family Ms. Carol is for God to grant you peace, understanding, and strength that you and your family need. Know that we are praying for you.

John Domino, Jr.

October 2, 2021

Man, Russell, you will be missed!!! Your BEAUTIFUL attitude and demeanor, for those who didn't get to know you, was always shown to those you Loved. Take your rest, Youngman, until we meet again. Big J!!!

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Saint Peter Clavier Catholic Church

1923 St. Phillip Street, New Orleans, LA

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10:00 a.m.

Saint Peter Clavier Catholic Church

1923 St. Phillip Street, New Orleans, LA

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4101 Saint Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA 70117

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