Warren J Nee

1921 - 2012

Warren J Nee obituary, 1921-2012, River Ridge, LA

BORN

1921

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Garden of Memories Funeral Home

4900 Airline Drive

Metairie, Louisiana

Warren Nee Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 30, 2012.

Warren Jerald Nee, age 91, died on Wednesday, November 28, 2012. He is survived by his children: Kathleen Nee Benfield (Glenn), Michael Nee (Carolyn), and Jerry Nee (Kelly); grandchildren: Elizabeth Parrino (Sal); Thomas (Jennifer), Patrick, Casey, and Mickella Nee and great-grandchildren: Clare and Mia Parrino and Liam Nee. He was preceded in death by his wife, Muriel Roser Nee, and his parents, Clare Casey Nee and John Nee.
Mr. Nee served in the United States Navy on the ammunition ship U.S.S. Lassen in the Pacific during World War II. He started his 40 year railroad career as a machinist with the Illinois Central and retired from Amtrak as Superintendent of Locomotives in 1984. He was a faithful parishioner of St. Matthew the Apostle Church and a resident of River Ridge for 63 years.
Warren Nee was a sweet and generous man who served his family and his country with honor and integrity. He will be greatly missed.
The family is grateful to his caregivers: Dr. Robert McCord, Benita, Debbie, June, Sandy, Chekaris and Keisha.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service to be held Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 1:00 PM at Garden of Memories, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA. Visitation will begin at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations made in memory of Warren Nee to St. Joseph Indian School, Chamberlain, SD or your favorite charity.

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December 19, 2012

Janet & Carey McCourtney

Dear Mike and Carolyn, may all the wonderful memories you have of your father and father-in-law bring you comfort during this difficult time. Nothing but honor and praise can be given to Warren for his never-ending service to his wife and children. How blessed your family has been to share your lives with him. May God reward Warren with eternal peace in Heaven for all the good deeds he has done on earth.

December 10, 2012

Kenny Spellman

On behalf of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association and Brother Martin High School, I offer our prayers and condolences.

Kenny Spellman '84
Alumni Director

December 9, 2012

Alphonse Werner

Very sorry I couldn't be with you all yesterday. Warren was my favorite cousin. He will be missed by me and I know he will be missed greatly by all who knew him.

December 8, 2012

Bart Mormino

I wish I would have known this in advance. Mr. Warren was my boss at Amtrak for most of the time I was there. He was a good example for me in my younger years. I always respected him and would do my best to please him. I know he is in heaven and thank you sir for all you did for me.

December 5, 2012

Thoughts and prayers Dolores and Sal Plaia

December 4, 2012

Michael Amato

I'm going to miss you Mr. Nee.

December 4, 2012

Debbie Amato

Beautiful pictures of a remarkable man that heavens been waiting for for a long time! It has been a true honor to know such a wonderful person.He will be missed by many.Kathy,Mike and Jerry our sincerest condolences to all of you and your families as well.May your dad rest in peace. Debbie and Jimmy Amato

December 4, 2012

Kathy Gowland

Mike and Carolyn,

So very sorry for your loss. You and the family are in my prayers.

December 4, 2012

Lew Schexnayder

Mr.Warren was a great influence to me at our workplace.He will be missed.Sorry for your loss.

December 4, 2012

Walter and Nancy Williams

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

December 4, 2012

Nora Reynolds

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

December 3, 2012

danny bordes

condolences to family .

December 3, 2012

Elizabeth Benfield Parrino

I love you, Grandpa. I hope you realize how much you are loved by so many people. You made a huge impact on this earth.

December 3, 2012

Gregory Rochon

Rest in Peace

December 3, 2012

JUNE CAVALIER

You will be greatly missed by your friend foreverJune. You were more of a grandfather to me, you will remain a part of me forever. God bless

December 3, 2012

Jerry Maglio

Mike and Jerry,

My sincerest condolences to the both of you and your families in the loss of your father. Prayers and thoughts to all of you in this difficult time.

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