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1944

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2022

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Clara Fontenberry Obituary

Clara Mae Fontenberry passed away at Ochsner Hospital surrounded by family on Saturday, August 20, 2022 at the age of 77. She was born on November 1, 1944 in New Orleans, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard Fontenberry, Sr.; parents Joseph Dunkley, Sr. and Evelina Dunkley Parker; two sisters, Carolyn Dunkley and Patricia A. Dunkley; one brother August J. Dunkley. She leaves to cherish her memories one son Richard Fontenberry Jr. (Chris), 3 daughters, Angela Taylor (Charles), Pamela D. Johnson and Veronica L. Fontenberry (Murphy); five grandchildren, Quentin Lewis (Crystal), Richard Lewis, Terry E. Fontenberry, Sr. (Rolanda), Nolan B. Johnson (Brittney), Jerrell Johnson, Darrow W. Fontenberry, Kimberley A. Taylor and Prinston A. Fontenberry; five great-grandchildren Quentin Lewis, Terry E. Fontenberry Jr., Kaydence Lewis, Heaven Lynn Reavers and Teremiah R. Short; one Aunt Alice Kelly; three brothers, Joseph Dunkley, Jr., Robert C. Dunkley (Sharron) and Andrew Parker; two sisters, Katherine Dunkley and Anna B. Parker (Raymond); one brother-in-law Freddie Fontenberry (Hazel) and two sisters-in-law, Patricia A. Fontenberry and Judy L. Harris (Aaron). Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service at Sweet Home Christian Center, 434 Jackson St., Kenner, LA 70062 on Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am until service time. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, 8200 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA 70003. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, River Ridge, LA in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Advocate on Sep. 2, 2022.

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Barbara Joan Hall

September 5, 2022

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Courtney Paul

September 3, 2022

Veronica,
I am praying for you and your family.
Be encouraged,

Family Members of the Collins and Tassin Family

September 2, 2022

To Lil Richard, Susie, Pam and Lady

Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences at this most challenging time.
May God continue to lead you in his path.

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Sweet Home Christian Center

434 Jackson St., Kenner, LA

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