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Virginia DeVille Obituary

Virginia (Ginny, Vee, Ginger, Gin, Hey You) Lizbeth DeVille of Maurepas, LA left us June 2, 2019 at the age of 72; she now flies with the Angels. Ginny was loved by all she touched. Ginny was preceded in death by her mother and father Harold and Mary Lee Hoover DeVille, who called us all Hey You at some point, and her dear beloved friend Randolph Scott. Ginny is survived by her brother Barry DeVille, his wife Diane and his sons Chris DeVille and Kirk Maltese; her sister Lynn Whitehead, her husband Dick and their son Rick. Ginny began a career in banking but moved on to a career in cooking which was her passion. Her first job in cooking was Chef at Entergy Corp where she excelled with wonderfully creative meals for executives, visitors and dignitaries who were always delighted with her continental cuisine. She then went on to cook in and ultimately manage school kitchens in the Catholic Diocese system. Although her job with the Diocese was challenging, she found joy with the children and the new, very special friends she made there. Ginny was very ill for years, but, remained mobile and worked until she was 70. God has blessed Ginny and has chosen to bring her home. She will be greatly missed by her friends and family. May God renew her weary sole. The family would like to thank St. Joseph Hospice for their kind and caring service to us all, but, especially Ginny. A private memorial will be held for family members.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10, 2019.

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Sue Tarbard

May 28, 2020

A year since you have passed dear Ginny. I miss you as much today as when I first received the news from your cousin Sandy. My wish was to visit you in Louisiana from here in the UK but it wasn't to be. We got to speak on the phone on New Years day and I will always treasure that moment. Miss you dearest Ginny xx

Callum Tarbard

June 28, 2019

I never got to meet you Virginia but I thank you for the support you showed me as well as the friendship you brought my grandmother. A truly beautiful soul.

Sue Tarbard

June 24, 2019

I met dear dear Ginny a few years ago while we played 'Word Chums' together.
We became great friends and I grew to love her dearly.
I live in the UK and was hoping to come see her. We had a lot in common and laughed a great deal.
I am thankful that I got to call her on New Years Day sealing our friendship.
Never met Ginny but wish that I had. The world is a sadder place without dear Ginny xxxx

June 11, 2019

Prayers and condolences to the family and friends. The Lord is close to the broken-hearted.'
Lamour~

June 10, 2019

Having a memorial luncheon with high school friends. A few tears, but a lot more laughs. Love this picture. I sent it to her a few months ago after Geo. passed away.It was from our good times at First Financial. What a beauty. Suzanne

June 10, 2019

My deepest condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May your cherished memories created, brighten your days and help sustain you at this time. John 6:40 gives comfort in Jesus promise of seeing your love one again.
Dee

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