Christine Berthelson Chachere's Obituary
Christine Ann Chachere was entrusted to God's care on Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at the age of 57. She was born in New Orleans, was a resident of Kenner for over 30 years and at the time of her death resided in Covington, LA. She was employed as Administrative Assistant at Lakeview Regional Medical Center. She is survived by her husband Tilghman George Chachere, IV; one son, Buddy Chachere; three sisters: Charlene Cucullu (Lionel, deceased), Cheryl Despeaux (Carroll), Cynthia Vaccaro (Ronnie); her aunt Doris Berthelson Bayhi; sister-in-law, Lisa Chachere; brother-in-law, Mac A. Chachere; nieces and nephews: Stephanie Points Barker, Nicole Cucullu Veazey, Alisha Vaccaro Kennedy, Rachel Foley, Robert S. Points, Christopher G. Cucullu, Nick A. Vaccaro and Adam Foley. She is also survived by many great-nieces and nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Corinne Gelpi and Fred E. Berthelson; father-in-law, Tilghman G. Chachere, Jr. and is the daughter-in-law of Lavicia McDonald Chachere. Chrissy was part owner and travel consultant for Travel Haus, Inc. in Kenner for many years and was a huge supporter of Tulane Athletics attending both football and baseball games. George, Buddy and the entire family thank their many friends and neighbors for their kindness and support during this difficult time. The family would also like to thank the nurses on the 4th and 5th floors, doctors and staff at Lakeview for the loving care given to Chrissy and special thanks to her niece, Alisha, for her caring support. Chris' spirit will live on through us until we join her in heaven. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Catholic Memorial Mass on Monday, March 24, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visiting hours will begin at 9:00 AM.
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