Edmond Gerarde Jeanfreau Sr's Obituary
Edmond Gerarde Jeanfreau Sr. of Abita Springs, age 88, passed away on Tuesday June 23, 2020. He was born on January 29, 1932 in New Orleans, LA to Howard Jeanfreau and Edna Magendie Jeanfreau.
Edmond is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Marie Picou Jeanfreau; his children: Diane Jeanfreau Jenkins (Bert), Cheryl Jeanfreau Tortorich, Edmond Jeanfreau Jr. (Cindy), and Kevin Jeanfreau; 5 grandchildren: Kristin Tortorich, Emily Simon (Scott), Christopher Jeanfreau, Steven Jeanfreau, and Gregory Jenkins; and 1 great granddaughter, Olivia Simon.
He is preceded in death by his two sisters, Yvonne Picou and Joan Marie Jeanfreau.
A native of Louisiana and a resident of Abita Springs, Edmond was a devoted Catholic. At the age of 20, he enlisted in the United States Army and received an Honorable Discharge on January 25, 1954. Edmond excelled in his career as a Food Broker and owner of Specialty Food Sales until he retired at the age 50. His true passion was spending time with his family and traveling. He also passionately devoted his time to The Knights of Columbus and the Pro-Life Movement.
The Jeanfreau family would appreciate your efforts in protecting the health of everyone in attendance at this special gathering by wearing a mask and practicing social distancing.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial mass at St. Jane de Chantal Church, located at 72040 Maple Street, Abita Springs, Louisiana, on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 2:30 PM with visitation beginning at 1:00 PM, and the rosary by The Knights of Columbus at 2:00PM. Interment will follow the services in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Northlake Crisis Pregnancy Center (https://m.northlakecpc.com/) and/or Hospice House of Slidell (https://thehospicehouse.org/
The Jeanfreau family invites you to share thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com
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