1934
2017
Carol Ray Wallace Harris, passed away on August 8, 2017 at the age of 82. She was born in New Orleans to Adam F Wallace and Laura Ray Daste. Carol attended Sacred Heart Academy, upon graduation; she modeled for Maison Blanche, and worked as a stenographer for the Louisiana State Department of Transportation.
Carol eloped with Rodney Harris keeping it a secret for a year before she finally told her parents. They were married for 43 years until Rodney passed away in 2003.
Carol is survived by her only child Ronna Geralyn LeJeune (Jim), family, friends and her beloved pets.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Gathering at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Sunday, August 13, 2017 from 2PM – 5PM. Private inurnment to follow at a later date.
To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com .
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November 13, 2023
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Meri Maniscalco
Miss Carol was like a mom to me. I spent every weekend at her house. U will b missed. Its never goodbye, its see u later. Fly high. Meri
August 15, 2017
Virgil Theise
Fondest Memories of Childhood Days. Love cousin Virgil.
August 14, 2017
Larry, Sharon & Sam Orlando
Ronna, Larry and myself are so sorry to hear today about the loss of your Mother. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Larry, Sharon & Sam
August 14, 2017
Diana Harris McIntyre
So very sorry for your loss. Aunt Carol was so good to us growing up. I loved spending time with her during the summer. Sending prayers for you & your family.
August 13, 2017
Rose Ann Orlando
Ronna, So sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a beautiful person. Love, RoseAnn Orlando
August 13, 2017
Katie Pansano
Ronna I am sorry for your loss. I have nothing but fond memories of your mom. She was always nice to me and my children
LOVE KATIE
August 12, 2017
Lisa Parrott
Ronna, your Mom was such a wonderful and elegant lady. She was always very generous and loving to me and played a very important role model in my life. She will be missed very much. I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss, and I know she and your daddy are dancing in heaven right now. God bless you my sweet friend. Love to you my sis.
August 12, 2017
Stacy Scott
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Mom was always a beautiful woman, welcoming and kind. I know this time is very, very hard for you. Cherish your wonderful memories.
Love, Stacy
August 12, 2017
Paige Amundson-Saleun
Ronna, I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget when I was six and your mom walked you across the greet to meet me!!! 46 years later we are still friends!!! Growing up you and your mom were so close. Remember God only gives us what we can handle. You as so blessed to have Jim and the LeJeune family at your side during this difficult time. I will see you all Sunday. God bless you and your family.
Peace,
Paige
August 11, 2017
Cindy LeJeune
Ronna,
So very sorry for your loss. Much Love, Cindy
August 11, 2017
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