Melba B. Dufour

1917 - 2012

Melba B. Dufour obituary, 1917-2012, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1917

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home

3827 Canal Street

New Orleans, Louisiana

Melba Dufour Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 24, 2012.

Melba Bischof Dufour beloved wife of the late Paul J. Dufour passed away at home on Wednesday May 23, 2012 at the age of 94. Melba is survived by her two sons, Don P. Dufour (wife Jeanne (Tootsie) Dupuy Dufour), and Dennis J. Dufour (wife Martha (Dickie) Franklin Dufour); four grandchildren, Darren M. Dufour (wife Maureen Evans Dufour), Reneé M. Dufour Tusa (husband Brian Tusa), Paul J. Dufour, and Marsha E. Dupuy; four great grandchildren, Daniel A. Dufour, Lily Grace Dufour, Mason R. Tusa and Blaine I. Tusa. Sister of the late Rhona Bischof Miller, daughter of the late Alice Rimbolt Bischof and William Bischof. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Melba was a lifelong resident of New Orleans and a graduate of St. Joseph Academy.
The family would especially like to thank her caregiver, Valerie Carmouche. Your kindness and gentle manner was indeed admirable.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated by Rev. Edward Lauden in the Chapel of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal street on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 12:00 Noon with visitation at the funeral home beginning at 10:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to Holy Cross High School, 5500 Paris Ave., New Orleans, LA 70122, preferred. Guest book may be assigned online at www.schoencanalstreet.com.

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June 3, 2012

Valerie Carmouche

Miss Mel will always live in my heart!!

June 2, 2012

John & Cheryl Guzzardi

May 29, 2012

Dennis & Don, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother. I am Kookie's daughter, Debbie. Your mother was a wonderful and loving human being. I have many cherished moments of both your Mom and Aunt Rhona,Uncle Bill, Aunt Ada and Aunt Noods. They are together now in heaven. May God send you courage during this time of tremendous loss. Deb Powers

May 28, 2012

Dr. Dan and Dr. Deb McCarthy

May God be with the entire Dufour family........

May 28, 2012

Dennis and Don, So very sorry to hear of your mother paqssing. I feel guilty to let all these years pass by without keeping in contact with you. I know she in heaven now your dad.




















my prayers are with you and your familys.
My condolences. James k. Mayeux

May 28, 2012

Pam Danton

I am so very sorry to hear of Ms. Dufour's passing. Lean on God and let him comfort you at this most difficult time. Your family is in our prayers. Sincerely, Pam Danton and family

May 28, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers to your family on the loss of your gracious mother.No one is ever ready when losing a loved one.We know your Mom and Dad are in a better place. She will always be in your hearts.

Love Mary Frances and Lynwood
(Baytown,Texas)

May 27, 2012

Liz Parker

Mason sorry to hear about your greatgrand mother dying. She will be watching you from heaven this Sunday as we dance. Your dance sister Riley

May 26, 2012

My sincere sympathy to the Dufour family during your time of sorrow.-Ps.90:10

May 26, 2012

Nikki A

MaMel was an incredible woman. She will always be an idol of mine to live the life she did for as long as she did. I know her and Aunt Rhona are tearing it up in heaven! Those two are finally together again.

May 26, 2012

Danny La France

I offer my condolences to you Dennis and your family on the loss of your mother. May she forever be held in the arms of God.

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