Lillian Marie Matthis

1922 - 2015

Lillian Marie Matthis obituary, 1922-2015

BORN

1922

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home

5101 Westbank Expressway

Marrero, Louisiana

Lillian Matthis Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 30, 2015.

Lillian Ponthier Matthis, passed away at East Jefferson Hospital on Thursday, March 26, 2015, of natural causes at the age of 92. She was born October 29, 1922 in Marksville, Avoyelles Parish and lived in New Orleans for fifty years. Beloved wife of the late Sirgil Matthis. Mother of Mary Bernice Ortego (Donald J. Ortego, Sr.), the late Mary Marie Tyler (Bryon M. Tyler, s
Sr.) and Wayne Anthony Matthis (Terry Goeggel). Also survived by five grandchildren; Tina Ortego Huner (Paul A. Huner), Donald J. Ortego Jr. (Patricia Lindsay), Byron Michael Tyler, Jr., Patricia Tyler Angelloz (Ryan Angelloz) and Jeremy M. Ortego (Angelena S. Ortego); eight great grandchildren; Donald (Donnie) J. Ortego, III, Lauren A. Huner (Justin K. Burgess), Brittney M. Huner, Mary M. Tyler, Cristina M. Angelioz, Payton M. Ortego, Jonathan M. Ortego and Kayla M. Angelloz; and two furry companions; Bookie and Toby. A special thanks to the staff at Ferncrest Manor. She will by loved and missed dearly by all.
Relatives and friends are welcome to attend a Funeral Service at Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expy., Marrero, LA on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at 11:00 am. Visitation from 9:30 am until Funeral time. Interment following in Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA.
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April 1, 2015

Natalie Garrett

While I did not know Ms. Lillian directly, I am so incredibly thankful for her. I was always told how strong of a woman she was and how much love she had to give. Lauren always said "everybody is family to her," and getting to witness that love and sentiment is such an honor. Thank you, Ms. Lilian, for being an incredible light and influence to my best friend. May you rest in peace and continuing shining your light on us all. To her family, I love you all and am honored to know you!

March 31, 2015

barbara pizzuto

Patricia,
My heart is sadden for the lost of your grandmother. She was such a kind and loving person . My prayers are with you and your family always!! My she rest in peace . Love you! Barbara

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