BORN

1916

DIED

2010

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Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home

3827 Canal Street

New Orleans, Louisiana

Marion Allerton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 6, 2010.

Marion Helmstetter Allerton, beloved mother of Gaynell Allerton Wragge (Robert) and William Allerton III (Connie), died on Sunday, July 4, 2010 at the age of 93. She was a native of New Orleans and resident of Westminster Tower Apartments in Kenner. She was the devoted grandmother of five adoring grandchildren: Sheryl Wragge Gravois (Brian), Amy Allerton Janusa (Michael), Timothy Allerton (Kelly), Sean Allerton, and Colleen Allerton; and loving great-grandmother of Brittany, Paul, and Mark Gravois and Jacob and Allyson Janusa. She is survived also by a sister-in-law, Anna Allerton Chauvin, and devoted nieces, nephews, and friends.

She was the wife of the late William Allerton, Jr.; daughter of the late Gustave and Eliza Helmstetter; sister of the late Mae Tassin, Margaret Di Benedetto, Mildred Sialle and Gustave W. Helmstetter, Sr.; and sister-in-law of the late Hilda Allerton.

A funeral mass at Schoen Funeral Home and interment at Greenwood Cemetery were held privately for family. To view and sign the family guestbook please visit www.schoencanalstreet.com.

The family asks all friends who wish to remember her to have masses offered for her intentions. Mass enrollment is available at St. Dominic Church or through the Southern Dominican Province at www.opsouth.org.

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July 20, 2010

Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you always have the wonderful memories of the times you shared together.

Sincerely,

Narcile and Ronnie DeRoche

July 20, 2010

Sherry St. Pe'

I'm so sorry about the death of Aunt Marion. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Aunt Mim will always have a special place in my heart. I would always enjoy bringing my babies over to the Tower to have lunch with my Grandmaw, Aunt Marion, and Aunt Millie! She always had such a beautiful smile and a kind heart. May God Bless you and keep you close to his heart.

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Sherry

July 20, 2010

Rhody Champagne

I loved my Aunt Marion very much. I have wonderful memories growing up with her being a part of my family. May God Bless all of you in your time of need.

With Love,
Rhody Champagne

July 17, 2010

Tony Montalbano

Aunt Gaynell, the video of your Mom and the family was truly a celebration of a very heartwarming life. Your Mom will always be remembered as a kind, gentle, loving lady. Aunt Marion, rest in peace.

We love you,
Tony and Janice

July 14, 2010

Don/RoseAnn Callegari

Gaynell/Bob,
So sorry to hear of your Mom's death, Gay. Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. We never had the pleasure of meeting your Mom, Gay but just knowing you, says a lot for her. Hope you have many cherished memories to give you peace and comfort.

God bless you and the family in this time of sorrow. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.

July 14, 2010

Jan Ingrassia

Dear Bill, I am so sorry to see that your mother passed. I remember you speaking of her with such love and respect. Even though she lived a long and wonderful life it is never easy to loose a parent. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

July 13, 2010

Karen Constanza

I was sad to hear about Great Aunt Marion. I remember visiting her and uncle Bill when they lived in Kenner, LA. I always enjoyed her company when I would visit my grandmother "Margaret" at West Minster Towers. Aunt Marion always had something nice to say and will be missed by all. I have only found memories of Aunt Marion and I would like to give my condolences to her family.

Karen Champagne Constanza

July 13, 2010

Bill Allerton was a helpful & wonderful ad man who asisted me many times. Sorry for your loss Bill. Remember you in the bldg w/WQUE. the best to you and your family. Judith Triche

July 13, 2010

Carol Burgard Crosby

Gaynell, on behalf of the class of John McDonogh Sr. High 1958, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope all the past memories will give you strength through this difficult time.

July 13, 2010

William Allerton

Hi. I am William Edward Allerton from Sheffield in the UK. I see these obits from time to time and I would like to offer my condolences on your loss. One fewer 'allerton' makes the world a lesser place. Out of interest, my son is also William Jr. I hope you don't find this intrusive and please go with all my best wishes.

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