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2016
Lisa Forshag Comarda, loving wife and mother, passed on to everlasting life on November 23, 2016. Lisa, daughter of Muriel and Theodore Dale Forshag, was born April 13, 1956, in New Orleans. A lifelong resident of the greater New Orleans area, she graduated from Mount Carmel Academy before attending the University of New Orleans and William Carey College, graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. She worked in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit of Baptist Hospital where she served as Unit Director. She met her husband, Dr. Neal Comarda, while in high school and married on June 20, 1980. Lisa retired from nursing and made it her life’s work to be a loving wife and caring mother to their two children, Jerad and Kristen, as well as a devoted caregiver to her parents. Outside of her family life, she pursued her interest in interior design, establishing her own business, LFC Designs. Recently, she shared her creative talents doing work for the Archdiocese of New Orleans in the updating of the St. Louis Cathedral and priory.
Lisa is preceded in death by her father, Theodore Dale Forshag. She is survived by her husband Neal, son Jerad (Lauren), daughter Kristen (Joshua Bonfiglio), mother Muriel Theard Forshag, and brothers, Craig, Kurt (Lisa), Mark (Ann), and Brett (Mary). She will be greatly missed by her in-laws Mark, Cary (Barbara), Chris, and Carole (John).
Lisa was tirelessly devoted to her children and husband, but was also a constant, caring presence in the lives of her entire extended family and friends. She relished the opportunity to host her loved ones for holidays and celebrations. Lisa’s care, concern, love, and service to her family, friends and everyone she met will remain a lasting inspiration to all who knew her.
Family and friends are invited to the Funeral Mass at 1:30pm at St. Catherine of Siena Church on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Visitation will begin at 10:30am. Interment will be at All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery for family members.
To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com .
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November 27, 2017
Sandra Carter
Dear Dr. Comarda, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May you be blessed with GODs peace and comfort
December 21, 2016
Susan Theard-Theriot
Aunt Muriel, Neal and family,
You all have been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard word of your loss. Although it has been a long time since I've seen Lisa I can see from her picture that nothing has changed, that sweet smile says it all. Please let Aunt Muriel know that I am praying for peace and comfort for her broken heart. My sympathies to the Forshag family,
Susan Theard Theriot
December 6, 2016
Neal,
Just heard the awful news about Lisa. We are grieving with you. Linda has nothing but fond memories of working with Lisa at Baptist, and I'll always remember the constant smile on her face. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to ask. We'll be praying for you and your family.
Ray and Linda Prats
December 4, 2016
To Neal, Jerad, Kristen and Family,
Heaven has gained a Beautiful Loving Angel. We are so sorry for your loss.
Great memories of our JPRD Days with your family.
Love
The Provenzanos
December 3, 2016
Joel Stansbury
Neal, Our deepest sympathy to you, Jerad, Kristen and family. You are in our prayers. Joel and Virginia Stansbury
December 2, 2016
Ellen McLean
Neal. I am so shocked and so very sorry to hear of Lisa's death. She was such a caring and wonderful mother with the sense of humor that could make it all work! My condolences to you and Jerad and Kristen. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
December 2, 2016
Betsy Young MD
Dr Comarda , My heartfelt sympathy for your loss . You and your family will be in my prayers .
December 1, 2016
Pat Morris
Neal,
I am truly sorry for your loss. My condolences to you ,your family and the Forshags.
December 1, 2016
Don Dressler and Renee LeBlanc
To the Comarda Family, We will always remember Lisa as a beautiful, caring person with an infectious smile and a sense of humor that would brighten anyone's day. She will be missed. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
December 1, 2016
Dr. Comarda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during the time of loss.
Donna Carbajal
December 1, 2016
Angela Lachin Shubert
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts with your
November 30, 2016
Arthur Folse
To Kurt and Lisa....prayers for you and your family. So very sorry for your loss.
November 30, 2016
Babs
We are all saddened by your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
November 30, 2016
Dr. David Hoerner
Neal, I am saddened by the news of Lisa's passing. We were classmates at St. Pius X all those years ago. She will be missed by all. You and your family are in my prayers.
November 30, 2016
Dr. Laurence Norton
Dr. Comarda, I am very sadden for your loss. you and your family will be in my prayers.
November 30, 2016
Darra Sanders
To the Comarda Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss of Lisa! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa was always so kind to us! Lisa will always be remembered in our hearts.
God Bless You All,
The Sanders Family
Doug, Darra, & Tyler
November 30, 2016
Sean Buras
Neal, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
November 30, 2016
Neal, Jared, and Kristen,
We will miss Lisa so much but we have great memories of her and you to keep her spirit alive.
Love, Cindy and Gary Danna
November 30, 2016
Terri Ridgley
Neal, I am so sorry to hear about Lisa's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Terri Ridgley (Gaudin)
November 30, 2016
Norman O'Neal
Kurt,
I am sorry to hear of you sister's passing. I would go to the wake but I am having my own physical problems at this time. My right leg has gone bad for a reason the doctor has not determined yet and I can barely walk using a cane. I will remember her at Mass. Please let the rest of the family know my sympathy. If there is anything else I can do, let me know.
Norman O'Neal, S.J.
November 30, 2016
akkara paul M.D
Dr.Comarda
I am so sorry to hear about this sad news. My sincere condolences to you and the children. May God give you strength and hope during this difficult time.
November 30, 2016
Alan and Lori Elmer
Neal, Jerad and Kristen
We are so very heartbroken to hear this news. Lisa was always so sweet and we loved her wonderful, gracious, loving personality. We have fond memories hanging out with all of you with our boys through sports. We are so very very sorry. You and Lisa are in our continued prayers.
November 30, 2016
Dear Mrs. MUriel, Craig Kurt
I was so sorry to hear about Lisa. MY prayers are with you
Marion Munson Britsch
November 30, 2016
John Vollenweider
Neal, my sincere condolences for you and your family's loss.
John Vollenweider
November 29, 2016
a loved one
November 29, 2016
Doug and Gwen Bostick
Neal,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
November 29, 2016
Ananth Desikacharlu
Deepest Condolences Neal.
November 29, 2016
Susan Fannon
I'm so sorry for your loss, prayers for your family in this time of sorrow
November 29, 2016
So sorry Neal, our thoughts and prayers are with you, Jared and Kristen.
I pray for your peace. Always smiling, Lisa was an amazingly sweet person.
November 29, 2016
Robert Shearman
So sorry to hear about Lisa she was always a smiling and happy person. Your family is in my prayers.
November 29, 2016
Our deepest condolences in this trying time. "The Lord is my sheperd, I shall not want". Psalm 23. Victor F Rodriguez & Family
November 29, 2016
Peter Thriffiley
Neal,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I still remember from our De La Salle days that Lisa was a very special woman and the love of
your life.
November 29, 2016
Neal
I know there are no words to heal the pain you & your family are feeling right now. Please trust your faith and let God and all the prayers help get you through this sorrowful time.
Louie Perschall
November 29, 2016
Mary Ellen Denning
My memory of Lisa is that of a mom of two beautiful children at The Little School. She was such a joy and always willing to help in any way. She will be truly missed.
November 29, 2016
With deepest sympathy, may the power of prayer ease your sorrow, give you peace and provide much comfort for you during this difficult time. (Matthew 21:22)
November 29, 2016
Terry & Ellen McCubbin
To Brett & the entire family - So sorry for the loss of Lisa. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort!
Terry & Ellen McCubbin
November 29, 2016
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God's word. Psalms 1:2
November 29, 2016
Terry Billings
Neal and the Forshag family,
I am so sorry to hear of Lisa's passing. I will be out of town for the services. May you see the face of God in your grief. Please know that you are in my prayers. Lisa was one beautiful soul.
November 28, 2016
Richard Metcalf
I just got the word tonight. I cannot imagine what you and the family are experiencing. Way too soon. The DLS days were the best of my life and you and Lisa were part of it. May the religion we grew up on eventually bring you and the family the peace and joy of a life well lived. My prayers will be with you and the family.
November 28, 2016
John Foto
Neal, I know Lisa was "The Love of YourLife" and hope God's strength and peace can get you through this time. Great memories of Lisa during our Tulane years.
November 28, 2016
Lisa was one of the most genuine and kindest people I've ever met. I was fortunate to have Neal and Lisa in my early teenage years as Neal coached me in Babe Ruth baseball. God certainly has an angel. My condolences to you Neal and the entire family. Love, Mark and Luly Danna
November 28, 2016
Mary Bossetta
As prior neighbors, classmates and friends, the Bossetta family sends their sincerest condolences to all the Forshags. We hold you in our loving thoughts and prayers during this time of grief and loss. May perpetual light always shine upon your dear Lisa and may God's strength help you find peace and comfort.
November 28, 2016
Mike Lifsey
Neal,
So very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolence.
November 28, 2016
Tammy Oshea
Neal and Family:
We are so sorry to miss the service. We will be in Washington DC. Pat and I both will remember Lisa's laugh that lit up a room. Her joy was contagious. We are so sad for this loss. Tammy and Pat O'shea
November 28, 2016
Tommy Ruli
Dear Ms. Muriel, Brett, Kurt, Mark, Craig, Neal and the rest of the Forshag and Comarda families,
What a tragic loss of such a wonderful and caring person. Lisa was such a remarkable woman and one of the kindest ever, just like my sweet Godmother, Ms. Muriel. I know she will be missed terribly by so many people. She was a gift to all who knew her. When I was little, Lisa was like another big sister to me, as I spent so much time at the Forshag home.
When Brett called me on Thanksgiving morning to give me the news, I was in shock, as were all the Ruli's. Later that day, we all said a prayer for Lisa's soul and for all of you. During our Thanksgiving gathering, we were telling stories about growing up with the Forshags. And of course, the first thing that came to mind was one of my dad's goofy jingles that he would always sing when he saw Lisa, one that always made her laugh. Well now that she is in heaven with Mr. Dale and my dad, Dr. Jack, we can hear him singing it again, "Hey Lisa Marie, go climb a tree... Try not to fall cuz you'll scrape your knee... yesireee!!!" And in reply, Lisa gave him that great big lovable smile! May God Bless her soul!
Love and Prayers to all!
Tommy Ruli
November 28, 2016
Toni Massa Baldini
So sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, Neal! Prayers for you and your family.
November 28, 2016
Melinda Fuller
Neal,
Sending you and your family my deepest sympathy on this sad occasion. Lisa was such a good person and will be greatly missed by many. I am so sorry for your loss.
November 28, 2016
a loved one
November 28, 2016
Harry & Cindy Cole
Neal, We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
November 28, 2016
a loved one
November 28, 2016
Louise Smallpage
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
November 28, 2016
Connie Mancuso
Brett,
I will pray for your family during this difficult time and I will ask God to give you comfort, strength, and peace.
November 28, 2016
Leah DeLay Bushland
I enjoyed my time with Lisa at St. Clement as moms, raising our kids. What an absolute joy to be around! I am so sorry for your loss, in my thoughts and prayers!
November 28, 2016
Darryl Fricke
Lisa will be missed greatly. She was such a lovely person. Sorry for you lost prayers for the family.
November 28, 2016
Jeanne Paisant
With the heaviest of heart I'm so sorry for the passing of Lisa. She was always so sweet and kind. My condolences go out to Neal, Kristen and Jared. Also her extended family. All of you are ln my thoughts and prayers.♡
May you find comfort in the beautiful memories.
November 28, 2016
Pleaseacceptmysincerecondolencesforthelossofyourdearlovedone.The
BibleprovidesmuchhopeandcomfortforthebereavedandGodalsopromises
thatinthefuturedeathwillbegoneforever!(Isaiah25:8)
November 28, 2016
Larry Scott
November 28, 2016
Larry Scott
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
November 28, 2016
Cathy Nosacka
November 27, 2016
Margaret Treadaway
Lisa was such a sweet, genuine and caring lady and a great nurse. It was my pleasure to have worked and been friends with her. I laugh when I think about a day she came to work and was so excited to have found a special devise to pick the leaves off of strawberries. I am sad but smiling thinking about Lisa. Neil and family I am so sorry for your loss.
November 27, 2016
Patricia Cesario
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Cesario Family
November 27, 2016
Peggy Babin Indest
Words cannot express the sorrow felt for the Comarda and Forshag families. I don't believe I've ever know anyone as sweet as Lisa. My thoughts, prayers and condolences are sent to her family and to her many friends. She will be greatly missed by all.
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