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Nicole Guerin Obituary

Nicole Marie Guerin was born in New Orleans and died in her home in Prairieville, LA. She was 59 years old at the time of her death. Nicole grew up in New Orleans with her parents and three sisters. She graduated from Dominican High School in 1980. She went to Louisiana State University where she met her husband, Cary Bourgeois. Nicole graduated from LSU with a Bachelors degree and later graduated from LSU Law School with a Juris Doctorate Degree. Nicole practiced law for many years before choosing to stay home to spend time with her two children, Chloe and Lillian. Nicole enjoyed going to LSU baseball games with her family, and taking photos of her family, friends, and her community. She enjoyed sewing and quilting and over the years she finished several quilts and made many costumes for herself and her family for Halloween, Mardi Gras, and other special occasions. She volunteered in her community, the local public schools, and in Girl Scouts whenever she could. Nicole is survived by her husband, Cary Bourgeois, her daughters Chloe and Lillian, future daughter-in-law Abigail, her parents Merle Guerin and Russell Guerin, her sisters Michele, Mignon, and Madeleine, her mother and father-in-law, and six nieces and nephews. Nicole's family will be holding funeral services at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St., Baton Rouge, LA, Saturday, October 16, 2021. Visitation will be from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm with a service following at 2:00 pm.

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Published by The Advocate from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2021.

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Jeanette Burkenstock Battle

October 17, 2021

I am so so sorry Mrs Merle and Michelle to hear about Nicole. I feel like it was just yesterday when we ran into each other that I asked about her. This is such a loss as she was such a beautiful soul. Please know you and your family are in my heart and prayers. I will always treasure the memories I have from our St. Matthew days. Love, Jeanette Burkenstock Battle

Rochelle Daigle

October 17, 2021

Dear Miss Merle and family,
I remember Nicole from St. Mary Magdalene and Girl Scouts. She was always so sweet and bright.
I am so sorry to hear that Nicole has passed.
My Mom and I will remember her and the family in our daily prayers.
God Bless You Miss Merle.
Rochelle and Rose Daigle

Sue LeBreton

October 16, 2021

So sorry to hear of Nicole´s passing. Prayers to her entire family.

Josephine

October 16, 2021

I was saddened to learn of this today!!! An incredibly passionate and smart woman and friend!!

Cindy and Dan OKeefe

October 16, 2021

Dan and I are sending our love and sympathy to your family. We are praying for you all.
Cindy and Dan OKeefe

Daisy Comeaux

October 16, 2021

To Nicole´s family. She was a very special lady who I could call my friend. I know Cary, Chloe and Lil will miss her beyond words. Nicole and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Memories of her infectious smile will brighten our days. We shared an afternoon together just last week at my quilt shop. God speed Nicole to heaven´s gate and your next quilting project. Daisy Comeaux.

Karen Vingiello

October 16, 2021

So saddened by the passing of Nicole.
Always smiling and fun.
Will miss her as I´m sure all of the family and friends will.
Sorry.
Karen Vingiello, Cakes class friend

Andree Bonnaffons Tullis

October 15, 2021

Nicole and I graduated from
Dominican together. She was a sweet person and always had a smile for everyone. My deepest sympathy to her sisters and family. May the special
memories of life with Nicole bring you some comfort in your grief.

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Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory - Downtown

825 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

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16

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2:00 p.m.

Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory - Downtown

825 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

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