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Wilfred 'Deacon Wil' Robichaux Jr.

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Mothe Funeral Homes, LLC - Harvey

2100 Westbank Expressway

Harvey, Louisiana

Wilfred Robichaux Obituary

Wilfred "Deacon Wil" Robichaux Jr., 76, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born on March 21, 1942 in Bayou Blue and later moved to Jefferson Parish, where he remained a faithful resident his entire life. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Monica, his daughter Ann-Marie, his son Julius "Butch" (Martha), his granddaughter Ashley-Marie (Joshua), and his closest furry companions Rainbow Dash and Pedro. He was the honored grandfather of Vanessa (Brandon), Casey (Colton), Courtney, Cade, Erick, Lina, and great-granddaughter, Claire. He is also survived by his brother Francis (Charmaine), godchild and sister Theresa, sister Cindy (Ricky), and godchildren Dustin and Catherine along with a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He was proceeded in death by his father Wilfred, mother Velma, and siblings Jeanette, Raymond, Percy, and Judy. He first served in the Army and later in the Air National Guard. He was ordained on December 12, 1981 and was assigned to Immaculate Conception Parish in Marrero and later to Our Lady of Prompt Succor in Westwego where he currently served until his final days. He was the proud Chaplin of the Westwego Fire Department and the Third Order of Mt. Carmel. He was an avid horseman and golfer. The family would like to thank the personnel at Heart of Hospice for their generous hospitality. Deacon Wil was truly a people person and he was loved and admired by all. He will be sadly missed. Thanks to all of our wonderful friends and family who have been there for us these past few months and in his final days. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 146 Fourth Street, Westwego, LA on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 12noon. Visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday evening from 6pm until 10pm with a Vigil Service at 7pm. Visitation will resume on Wednesday morning at the church from 8am until 12noon. Interment, Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Apr. 20 to Apr. 25, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Wilfred Robichaux

19 Entries

Cheryl Landry

April 15, 2025

Often have fond memories of our chats during lunch time at Woolworths.My heart goes out to his wonderful family for I know this loss was great

Cheryl Landry

April 14, 2021

The funny conversations Will and I had at the Woolworth lunch counter still make me smile.Such a wonderful person.May heart goes out to Monica and the family today,Remembering Will

Roe Fuselier

April 14, 2021

I still miss Will very much l remember him everyday in my morning prayers

Rohelier Fuselier

April 14, 2020

Monica Will is still in my prayers every day love you

FR.DOUGLAS BROUGHER

April 29, 2018

May he rest in the Peace of Our Risen Lord.
I will offer Mass for him and all the family.
He was a great man and good friend, esp. during my time at I.C. in Marrero many years ago.
May the Lord's Peace be your comfort at ths painful time.

Nicole Ostarly

April 26, 2018

We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Deacon Will was very special to our family. From the time I attended ICS & IHS, his smiling face & warm presence bring back so many memories. When a dear uncle passed away, he was there again providing support to our family and knew all the right words to say. The best memory we will treasure is that Deacon Will presided over our wedding 11 years ago. He helped to make our night extra special by his kindness, words of wisdom & by his wit. We will miss him greatly. We hope that your family can find comfort in knowing what a difference Will made in the lives of others. You are all in our prayers.

Our deepest sympathies,
Nicole & Clint Ostarly

Donald Burrell

April 25, 2018

I will always remember Deacon Wil as a Priest, that was married. Deacon Wil blessed our 40th. wedding anniversary, we both renewed our voles. I remember Deacon Wil was given a assignment, to give structure, to one parish on the west bank. He took a Chapel and made it a Church. We were lucky to have him as our Deacon. His heart and home was always at, "Our Lady of Prompt Succor", in Westwego. Deacon Wil knew more about his Catholic faith than some Priests. The wife & I want to be united with him again, in the Heavenly rim. I will forever remember his voice, it was clear and pure. He roared like a lion but, was as gentle, as a lamb. Oh I almost forgot, he did the special blessing for my St. Benedict Cross. Deacon Wil, while he was in Korea, he gave a Marine a Rosary, the Marine refused it. Deacon Wil knew I was a Marine and asked if I wanted it, I told him I would cherish it, because it came from him. He taught me how to say the Angelic Psalter, the joyful, sorrowful, and glorious mysteries of the Rosary, said together. Wilfred "Deacon Wil" Robichaux Jr. my wife and I will deeply miss you. The world became a little darker, because your light was so bright.

Gilda Young Sneed

April 25, 2018

Thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. God's continuted grace and mercy for your strength. Will always remember him at Holy Guardian Angels Church in Bridge City and how he loving assisted my family during the passing of our dear Mom.

Peggy Leonard Borne

April 25, 2018

It was such an honor to meet you in the 70's. I will never forget the goodness you had in your heart for me and my family.Rest in Peace and Fly High you have earned your Wings.

Grace Guillory (Farve)

April 24, 2018

So sorry for your families loss. I as a child going to Immaculate conception church I will always remember the smile that light up his face. I observed that he always had time for everyone. As I grew up in marrero I would see him around town and just knew that if I went up to him he would kindly talk to me even though we had never meet. He definitely left an impression on me as I am sure he did for many others. I was sorry to hear that he passed away knowing I would not see his face around town anymore but I know we will see one another again one day. May god keep you and may you Rest In Peace.

Thomas Bender

April 24, 2018

A wonderful friend, and collaborator in ministry in so many ways over the last so many years, between my parents and me. It's literally my entire lifetime that we knew, worked with, and enjoyed life with this good man. Our lives always seemed to intersect after I left Immaculate Coneption, too. Immaculate Conception and Our Lady of Prompt Succor are richer and more holy parishes, and their parishioners closer to our Lord because of Deacon Wil and Mrs. Moni. May our Loss not be long on this Earth and God hold all in the consoling comfort of the palm of His hand.

April 23, 2018

So sorry for your loss.
Tony&Sandra Granier

Chris Breaux

April 23, 2018

We celebrate the life of Deacon Will which was dedicated to serving his god and community. He positively effected the lives of many in his lifetime. He was a great role model to me while serving as a Religion Teacher in the 70's. He taught us how to praise god, respect school, respect each other, have fun, and be ourselves. Ministering our first responders and military was also important to him, because he believed that people who put their lives on the line for their fellow man was special. So was he. God Bless Deacon Will.

Anthony, Deborah, Ashleigh, Ariel Young

April 22, 2018

A beautiful soul full of love and faith. Ascended into Heaven away from us, but closer to God. I am honored and Blessed to have known Deacon Wil he will never be forgotten. I hope the Good Lord brings your family the much needed Peace during this difficult time. Deacon Wil you will be missed at Holy Guardian Angeles especially the Homily that you always bring forth to us as parishioners. May you rest in peace. Our heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Monica and family.

Ginger Ales Hutter

April 22, 2018

Deacon Will was a faithful sevant of our Lord. I am grateful that he was part of our wedding ceremony almost 30 years ago. Our family was honored that he was able to perform the Eulogy at my mom's funeral. She wanted no one else but Wil. Rest in Peace sweet Wil.

DARLENE LEBLANC

April 22, 2018

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE ROBICHAUX FAMILY. HE WILL BE MISSED. DUE TO HIS DEDICATION TO HIS FAITH, I AM SURE HE IS WITH OUR LORD AND SAVIOR. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE. I AM A PARISHONER OF OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR AND HAD ENJOYED THE MASSES HE SERVED.

Cheryl Landry

April 21, 2018

Met Wil back in my Woolworth days'fondly remember the funny conversations we had.Everyone I know that knew him had the utmost respect for him and so do I

Patty McCarty

April 21, 2018

Hello Mrs. Robichaux. I remember you and Deacon Will fondly from Immaculata (class of '83). Deacon Will always wore a smile and had something kind to say. I will keep your family in my prayers. We know that he is in Heaven. God Bless.
Patty McCarty

Roe Fuselier

April 21, 2018

Monica I am so sorry for your lost. Will was a true friend and I will miss him. He was a person that touch your life. Love you Monica.

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