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2017

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Joseph Cazenavette Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 4, 2017.

Father Joseph Emile Cazenavette J.D., 50, passed away on December 3, 2017 at his parents' home in Bush, Louisiana.



Father Joseph is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George J. Cazenavette, Jr. and Marion Ayala Cazenavette; maternal grandparents, Emile Edward Laterrade and Evelyn Savoca Laterrade; step-grandparent, William Helmer, Sr.; step-uncle, William Helmer, Jr.; aunt and uncle, Bertha and Allen Wohlschlegel.



Father Joseph is survived by his parents, George and Cindy Cazenavette, III; brother, George James Cazenavette, IV (Cynthia); nephews and God Children, George James Cazenavette, V, Thomas Anthony Cazenavette; nieces and God Children, Elizabeth Eloise Cazenavette, Margaret Nicole Cazenavette and Mary Grace Cazenavette; God Child David Gauthreaux, Jr.; aunt, Kay Cazenavette Gauthreaux; step-aunt, Cecilia Helmer Matherne (Jay); step-uncle, Calvin Helmer (Gail); step-aunt, Guadalupe Helmer.



Father Joseph graduated from Tulane University with Bachelor's degrees in mathematics and political science. After graduation from Tulane University, he graduated from The University of Virginia Law School earning a Juris Doctorate.



Father Joseph served in the United States Air Force as a Captain assigned to the Judge Advocate Office-JAG (attorney). Following his service to the USAF, he practiced Corporate Law and also was in private practice. After private practice, he was an Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana. In August of 2000, he entered the Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, Louisiana and was ordained a Priest for life on June 4, 2005. Father Joseph was the Parochial Vicar for St. Edward the Confessor Parish in Metairie, Louisiana and next assigned as Parochial Vicar for Our Lady of the Lake Parish in Mandeville, Louisiana. In May of 2012, Father Joseph was assigned to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) in Washington D.C. At the USCCB, Father Joseph served as Policy Advisor for Marriage and Family in the Secretariat of Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, serving in specific, the Subcommittee for the Promotion and Defense of Marriage.



Friends and family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 12:30 pm at St. Rita's Catholic Church, 7100 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, Louisiana. Visitation will be held prior to the service and will begin at 10:00 am until 12:00 pm and a Rosary beginning at 12:00 pm. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Abbey Cemetery in St. Benedict, Louisiana.



In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lasallian Christian Brothers Retirement Home at St. Paul's High School, Covington, Louisiana.

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March 19, 2024

Friend

Michael Patrick Hayden

Father Joseph I Went 2 Saint Joseph's Church Today 2 Honor You On Saint Joseph's Day & Honor You On This Day Happy Saint Joseph's Day Father Joseph & You're Parents Mister George & Ms Cindy Honor You on Saint Joseph's Day & You're Brother George Cazenavette 4th & You're Sister in Law Honor You You're 3 Niece's Elizabeth Margaret & Mary Grace Honor You & You're 2 Nephews Thomas Cazenavette & George Cazenavette 5th All honor You On Saint Joseph's Feast Day & I Will Be Going 2 Margaret's Graduation On Saturday May 18th & I'm Gonna Give You're Mother a Gold Saint Joseph's Medal That Say's Saint Joseph Pray For Me For a Mother's Day Gift & I'm Gonna Give You're Sister in Law A Gold Saint Joseph's Medal That Say's Saint Joseph Pray For Me For a Mother's Day Gift Happy Saint Joseph's Day 2 You Happy Saint Joseph's Day 2 You Happy Saint Joseph's Day Dear Father Joseph Happy Saint Joseph's Day 2 You

February 24, 2024

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Rouhi Peck

I have not forgotten the day I first meet Father Joseph in St. Marks Square. I was so lucky to have met him that day as he was passing through the square and also miss our so few talks over the years.
He will not be forgotten.
Rouhi Peck

December 3, 2023

Friend

Michael Patrick Hayden

Father Joseph 6 Years Ago You Died Today I Miss You You´re Parents Mister George & Ms Cindy Miss You You´re Brother George Cazanavette 4th Misses You You´re 2 Nephews George Cazanavette 4th & Thomas Cazanavette Misses You You´re 3 Nieces Elizabeth Margaret Mary Grace Misses You & Mister Pat Veters & Ms Susie Veters Misses You I Miss You Father Joseph I´ve Been Praying For You Everyday I´m Going 2 Saint Joseph´s This Evening 2 Honor You I Love You Father Joseph

December 3, 2023

Friend

Michael Patrick Hayden

Father Joseph I Love You A Lot I've Been Praying For You Everyday

December 3, 2023

Friend

Michael Patrick Hayden

Father Joseph You Died 6 Years Ago Today on December 3rd 2017 You're Parents Mister George & Ms Cindy Miss You You're Brother George Cazenavette 4th Misses You You're Sister in Law Ms Cindy Misses You You're 3 Nieces Elizabeth Misses You Margaret Misses You Mary Grace Misses You You're 2 Nephews George Cazenavette 4th & Thomas Cazenavette Miss You &
Mister Pat Veters Misses You & Ms Susie Veters Miss You I Care About You I Love You Father Joseph I've Been Praying For You EveryDay I'm Going 2 Saint Joseph's Church This Evening 2 Honor You

November 9, 2023

Friend

Michael Patrick Hayden

Happy Birthday Father Joseph You're 56 Years Old I Miss You a lot Everyday You're Parents Miss You You're Brother George Cazenavette 4th Misses You You're Nephew George Cazenavette 5th Misses You Thomas Misses You Elizabeth Misses You Margaret Misses You Mary Grace Misses You Mister Pat Veters & Ms Susie Veters Said Happy Birthday There's A Mass Being Said For You @ Saint Jane De Chanel With Father Kenny I'm Gonna Go 2 it & I'm Gonna Serve With Father Kenny 7 I'm Gonna Give You're Sister Ms Cindy in Law 1 of My Purple Heart Crosses A Gift & A Present For a Suprice

November 9, 2023

Michael Patrick Hayden

Happy 56th Birthday Father Joseph I Miss You a lot Everyday You're Parents Miss You're Brother George Cazenavette 4th Misses You You're Nephew George Cazenavette 5th Misses You Thomas Misses You Elizabeth Misses You Margaret Misses You Mary Grace Misses You Mister Pat Veters & Ms Susie Said Happy Birthday There's a Mass Being Said For You This Weekend @ Saint Jane De Chantel With Father Kenny Which I'm Going 2 it @ Serve With Father Kenny & I'm Gonna Give you're Sister in Law A Gift For a Suprice

December 3, 2022

Friend

Michael Patrick Hayden Jr

Father Joseph 5 Years Ago You Died Today On December 3rd 2017 I Miss You You´re Parents Mister George & Ms Cindy Miss You You´re Brother George Cazenavette 4th Misses You You´re 2 Nephews George Cazanavette 5th & Thomas Cazenavette Misses You You´re 3 Nieces Elizabeth Margaret & Mary Grace Misses You Mister Pat Veters Misses You & Ms Susie Veters Misses You I Miss You I Care About You I Love You Father I´ve Been Praying For You EveryDay I Have a Mass Being Said For You Next Sunday @ Saint Rita´s For The 10:30 AM Mass I Love You Father Joseph

November 11, 2022

Henry Calamari

Fr. Joe. I know we went to PJP high school together and I always looked up to you and now our pastor at OLL in Slidell had a homily on you. how you made an impression on him and so many other priests you were always so compassionate and good hearted to all that you were around. Keep watching over us. Rip.
Henry Calamari

November 10, 2022

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Robert Yates

God rest your soul, Father Joseph. I miss you very much and was blessed to know and work with you.

November 9, 2022

Friend

Michael Patrick Hayden

Happy Birthday Father Joseph I Miss You A lot Everyday You're Parents Miss You You're Brother George Cazenavette 4th Misses You You're Nephew George Cazenavette 5th Misses You Thomas Misses You Elizabeth Misses You Margaret Misses You Mary Grace Misses You Mister Pat Veters & Ms Susie Veters Said Happy Birthday

December 3, 2021

Friend

Michael

Father Joseph I Love You I Miss You So Much You´re Parents Miss You Thomas Misses You Mary Grace Misses You Margaret Misses You Elizabeth Misses You Father Joseph You´re Brother George Misses You Nephews George J Cazenavette V Misses You I Miss You I Care About You I Love You Father Joseph So I´ve Been Praying For You EveryDay I Love You Father Joseph

November 9, 2021

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Michael

Happy Birthday Father Joseph I Miss You
A lot Everyday You´re Parents Miss You You´re Brother George Misses You You´re Nephews George Cazenavette V Misses You Thomas Misses You Elizabeth Misses You Margaret Misses You & Mary Grace Misses You Mister Pat Veters & Ms Susie Veters Said Happy Birthday

November 9, 2021

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Michael

Happy Birthday Father Joseph I Miss You So Much I Love You So Very Much You´re Parents
Mister George & Ms Cindy Miss You & You´re Brother George Misses You & You´re 2 Nephews George Cazenavette V & Thomas Miss You You´re 3 nieces Elizabeth Margaret & Mary Grace Miss You They All Miss You & Mister Pat Veters Said To Tell You Happy Birthday & Ms Susie Veters Said Happy Birthday To You Happy Birthday Father Joseph I´ve Been Watching The Mass on TV Every Day & I´ve Been Praying For You Everyday When I´m Doing The Rosary For You Everyday & My Grandma Joyce Vodanavich Misses You She´s Been Praying For You To Help Us & Me I Love You Father Joseph

December 3, 2020

Friend

Michael Hayden

Father Joseph I Love You I've Been Praying For You EveryDay With The Rosary on Channel 131 & The Mass

December 3, 2020

Friend

Michael Patrick Hayden

I Love You

December 3, 2020

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Michael Patrick Hayden

Father Joseph I've Been Praying For You EveryDay Because I Love You So Much

May 31, 2020

Michael Hayden

I've Been Doing The Saint Jude Novena For You Father Joseph I Know You're Smiling At Me

Posted by Michael Hayden

May 30, 2020

Friend

Donelle & George Crovetto

Missing you dearly, Fr. Joseph.
Pray for us!

May 29, 2020

Friend

Michael Hayden

I Miss You I Love You ❤ Father Joseph

April 12, 2020

Michael Hayden

I Miss You So Much

November 29, 2019

Sal Perricone

Father Joe, there isnt a day that passes you are not in my thoughts. You were a good friend and a great Priest. I will never earthly understand why God took you so soon,when theres so much work to be done here. Please keep us in your prayers and intercede when you think we need it!!! Sal

May 24, 2018

Acquaintance

Rev. Dr. Richard Ziemer

My wife and I met Father Joseph at MD Anderson early in 2017; then later in the year when he, his brother, and father returned, as did we. We had prayers together, hugs together, and cheerful conversations. I was saddened to learn of his passing. We came back to MD Anderson this May 2018, for my wife's checkup and gazed at the high stool/chair where he and his dad sat the evening we met.

February 21, 2018

Jeff Wilcox

Dear George & Cindy,

I wanted to sent my belated & deepest condolences in Joseph's passing. Joseph and I met in our first Air Force assignment together in San Antonio, and he was a special friend to me (and my family) ever since. What a remarkable human being he was--of all the special things about him, I will particularly remember his passion for life, his sense of humor, his loyalty and his concern for others. We were fortunate enough to have him to our home for dinner in the DC area in February or March 2016, before he became sick--and what a fantastic time we had catching up. I will miss this remarkable man and dear friend for the rest of my life, but am comforted in knowing with certainty he's with his Lord and Savior. Godspeed to you both.

February 13, 2018

My husband and I met Father Cazenavette at MD Anderson after he said Mass in the chapel. He was so kind and caring, and he explained that he was a patient receiving treatment. My husband has leukemia and a patient at MD Anderson. It is such a blessing to be able to go to Mass during a difficult day. It helps us remember that we are not alone.

February 11, 2018

Friend

Scott Simmons

February 1, 2018

Rouhi Peck

I am so sorry to hear that Father Joseph has passed away. I first met him some 6 years ago in St Marks Venice while he was on his way to a meeting. He was a pleasure to talk too and i felt happy at meeting him that day. I have not met him in personal since but enjoyed the emails that we exchanged. I was so sad when he told me of his illness while all the time hoping and praying he would get well again.
I feel sure he will be greatly missed as I feel that others like me will know it was so good to have known him.
Very kind regards, Rouhi

December 31, 2017

So sorry for your loss. We will pray for your family.
Doy and Clelie Dugan and Family

December 29, 2017

Fred Mayer

George, I only learned of your son's passing from Leann Frey after Mass at the Abbey Christmas eve .My prayers and thoughts for you and your family.

December 18, 2017

Coworker

Suanne Edmiston

I am very sorry to hear of the Father's passing. What a very wonderful and special man whose very presence carried the love and light of Christ everywhere he went. I only worked with him briefly through my work on the Hill, but he instantaneously had a reputation among our staff as such a bright light and someone we very much looked forward to meeting with again. May today he be reunited with his Creator and Savior, fully knowing the Faith we place our hope in. May his family and friends be comforted in this time of grieving and looking forward in hopeful expectation of seeing him again.

December 18, 2017

Kevin Grierson

I was in Joe's small group section in law school. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was always kind and generous--he loaned me a pair of weightlifting gloves shortly before we graduated that I never had to chance to return to him, so although we didn't keep up with each other I thought of him often over the years.

December 18, 2017

John Lynch

I just learned of Joseph's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. Joseph and I were buddies in law school. I noticed in May when I looked him up in our class directory that he had become a priest. I'd been meaning to call him and reconnect and am saddened that I procrastinated. Joseph was a great man. Joseph and you will be in my prayers. God bless you, John Lynch (Arlington, VA)

December 18, 2017

Robert Smith

I was so sorry to hear Fr. Joseph had passed away. I got to know him briefly when he assisted my congressman with religious liberty legislation a few years ago. As a staffer, I thoroughly enjoyed giving father and some friends from Louisiana a tour of the Capitol. He left quite an impression on mein part because I ended up attending his alma mater, the University of Virginia School of Law, but most of all because he was such a genuine person. I am truly grateful for his kindness. Rest in peace.

December 13, 2017

Dear George and Cindy,
Our condolences on the passing of Joseph. We got to see him in his priestly role many times at Our Lady of the Lake. It was a pleasure to meet him. He is in our Prayers.

God Bless, Vernon and Paulette

December 12, 2017

Dawn Eflein

My Dearest George & Cindy,
I had the privilege & honor of working with Joseph during his years in the Air Force prior to his calling to the Priesthood. He was an amazing person, a terrific attorney, and he was beloved by his peers and the clients he so staunchly defended. I know that I am a better person for having Joseph in my life...please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your son...a loss no parent is supposed to mourn. My heart aches for you...and I hope you know that Joseph is 'home' with our God.
Love, Dawn

December 11, 2017

Bonnie Graham

I was saddened to learn of the death of Father Joseph. He was such a holy man. He blessed my youngest son the day before he was to leave for the Marines in South Carolina in 2005. Thankfully, my son returned safely to us. Condolences and prayers for his family.

December 11, 2017

Christine Gauthreaux

Joseph was my beacon of light and source of strength during a very dark time in my life. His faith always inspired me and being in his presence was like being with an angel on earth. Truly, he was the most faithful servant of God I've ever known and I do feel in my heart that over the years, we will continue to hear about all of the lives that he's touch...which will utimately lead to his canonization. I'm so blessed that God allowed me to be in a family like his and I'm a better person today because of Joseph. Thank you for enriching my life and for reminding us to plan our days around prayer. God bless you Joseph, as you have blessed mine.

Posted by Christine Gauthreaux

December 10, 2017

Darlene Russo

I am so sorry for the loss of such a reverent priest! I always remembered the story he told of his calling to the priesthood. He blessed my oldest brother before his passing and I will always love him for that! I will pray for him.

December 9, 2017

Richard Moore

I am very surprised and upset to learn about Fr. Joseph's passing. I knew him from the Masses that he attended and offered at St. Paul's chapel. A few weeks ago he helped me with a question I had about a Latin textbook I am writing. I offer my condolences to his parents George and Cindy.

December 8, 2017

Marilyn Spadora

My heart is so sorrowful with the loss of Fr. Joseph. I am shedding tears of joy for him, and tears of sorrow for myself and all the people who loved him. He always gave his undivided attention in conversation and his smile was heavenly. I always told him he looked just like my oldest son, who is the same age. I will always hold you in my heart, my dear Priest. My prayers have been with you and your family and will continue. Until we meet again, Fr. Joseph, please intercede for us. Please give our Mother Mary a kiss for me.

December 8, 2017

Bob Boitmann

I feel I was truly blessed by God to have known Father Joseph Cazenavette. He was truly called to joyful service.

December 8, 2017

Candy and Joe Lewandowski

Our heartfelt condolences to all of Fr. Joseph family and friends. Candy and I closely worked together with Joseph before his calling to God. During that time together, Joseph was somewhat of an opinioned attorney and a vigorous debater but none-the-less a truly wonderful big hearted family friend to us and our daughters. Our family will miss him greatly.

December 7, 2017

George and Cindy
Kathy and I are so sorry for your loss. We prayed for him and both of you and will continue to do so. We are sure that George is now praying for you both and I hope for us too. God bless you.
Ron and Kathy Provencher

December 7, 2017

Frank Heuer

Fr Joseph is a special man and I will miss you dearly. Through God and your prayers, you made a miracle happen with my health. I will miss our monthly dinners and talk while at St Edwards and Our lady of the Lake. I was sad when you went to DC, however as we both know you always followed the path of God's will. You will always have a special place in my heart for always guiding me on the right path. I will miss Confessions with you. You are truly a Saint.

December 7, 2017

John Iennusa

Fr. Joseph was truly one of the holiest men and most reverent priests I have ever met. I always enjoyed his homilies. When I think of him I will always remember his big, warm smile. He will truly be missed. Our prayers are with him and the entire Cazenavette family. Take comfort knowing that he is rejoicing in heaven with our Lord, the Blessed Virgin Mary and all the angels and saints. Thank you Lord for blessing us all with Fr. Joseph Cazenavette!!

December 7, 2017

Susan Joffrion

Father Joseph was such a wonderful, dear man. He was our moderator on my first trip to Medjugorje in 2008. What a wonderful lasting impression he left on me. My heart and prayers go out to his family

December 7, 2017

Sr. Cecilia Castillo, stj

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 7, 2017

Joanne Fish

What a wonderful and holy priest! He will be greatly missed! My friend and I always referred to him as the little bishop and we told him one day that we believed that he would be a bishop. In his humility he responded that he never Deserved that title!
We made him promise us that when he was consecrated bishop we would sit in the front pew in the church!! What a wonderful soul! Our prayers will continue for his family! Heaven is rejoicing!

December 7, 2017

Gerald & Merryl Bayer

Our sincere condolences to the Cazenavette family throughout this problematical time. Father Joseph (a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew and to others, a true colleague, an enthusiastic priest and respected constituent of the Archdiocese) will be truly missed by all who were providential to have met Joseph during his short stay with us on earth (especially by his immediate family). Joseph will unquestionably be along side of God (in Heaven) assisting the heavenly father in protecting and rescuing our souls. Joseph had touched many during his journey here on earth, and had left his legacy for all to remember. Joseph will remain in our hearts and prayers eternally; and we ask Joseph to continue to watch over us and pray for all of us. God Bless and God Speed Father Joseph.

December 7, 2017

Paul Jarzembowski

I will miss Fr. Joseph dearly. I had the honor of working alongside him at the USCCB in the Secretariat of Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth and always enjoyed his kindness, faithfulness, and his stories. He loved his vocation, his family, his work, and above all, the merciful Jesus who guided his every step. Our loss is heaven's gain. May he rest now in peace. I included a moment of joy in this remembrance, taken from a staff dinner where we celebrated the gift of his life on his birthday.

Posted by Paul Jarzembowski

December 6, 2017

Joan And Bill Bailey

God bless you Father Joseph-You never hesitated to speak the truth to "ALL" in or out of season. We will be forever thankful for your faithful witness and Love of God and His Church. Our loss is Heaven's gain. You are in our prayers and Mass intentions.

December 6, 2017

So sorry for your loss. A wonderful man loved by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cazenavette family.

Warren & Cheryl Rivera

December 6, 2017

Betty Modinger

George and Cindy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you mourn the loss of Father Joseph. Father Joseph has been in our prayers all this time as he fought the fight against cancer. We lovingly remember and cherish his weekend visits to Covington during his years at Tulane. He was always so kind and had a great sense of humor. Rest in Peace, Father Joseph.
Love, Hodgson and Betty Modinger

Posted by Betty Modinger

December 6, 2017

We will all miss Fr. Joe and his beautiful spirit and smile! God Bless The Cazenavette family as you'll remain in my prayers.
Diane Dubroc

December 6, 2017

Andy Lichtenwalner

It was a privilege and gift to be counted as a colleague and friend of Fr. Joseph. He served the Church and Catholic Bishops' Conference so well, with great faith and courage. Above all, he was a faithful priest who modeled what it means to put the Lord Jesus Christ first, to let Him be at the center of our life. On behalf of the USCCB Secretariat of Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, our prayers are with the Cazenavette family and all those who mourn. We also send our thanks to both the family and the Archdiocese for sharing Fr. Joseph with us. Fr. Joseph, we miss you--may you rest in the peace and joy of the Lord!

December 6, 2017

William Warner

George and Cindy, Our Hearts And Prayers are with you.Father Joseph was such a wonderful Priest and a blessing and inspiration to all
God Bless you and your family
Love Bill and Kate Warner

December 6, 2017

Sara Perla

I am grateful to have known Fr. Joseph and worked side by side with him since 2014. His focus was always Jesus Christ and his Church; he dedicated himself to celebrating Mass and hearing confessions on his "off time" while working hard with his "lawyer brain" during the workday. He consistently reminded us Who we work for. We miss him already and rely on his intercession.

December 6, 2017

John Modinger

GODSPEED, JOE. MAY HEAVEN BE ALL YOU DREAMT AND IMAGINED IT TO BE. THANK YOU FOR BEING A PART OF MY LIFE. THANK YOU FOR BEING GOD'S SERVANT TO SO MANY. I WILL MISS YOU, MY FRIEND ... AND THAT HILARIOUS, RAUCOUS LAUGH OF YOURS. :-) YOU'LL BE FOREVER IN MY HEART AND MEMORY. YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE AS GOD WATCHED YOU LEVERAGE YOUR TALENTS ON BEHALF OF HIS PEOPLE. I CAN IMAGINE YOU SMILING FROM YOUR NEW HOME, AND I'M HAPPY FOR YOU. I'LL BE SEEING YOU. :-)
LOVE, YOUR FRIEND, JOHN

Posted by John Modinger

December 6, 2017

Shelley Moore

We will never forget Fr. Joseph at St. Edward the Confessor. The ways he touched us are too numerous to count. He prayed for me to have my daughter and jokingly said I should have named her "Joseph" after him. He was so spiritual but had an adorable funny, clever side. Your family is in our daily prayers. We are so grateful to have had the privilege to know him and to be spiritually fed by him. We mourn your loss and ours, but are so happy he is no longer suffering. Sincerely, Shelley, David, Therese Moore / Sandy, Ron, and Sean Jung

December 6, 2017

Jackie Sofio, St. Edward parishiner

Father Joseph, a wonderful person and an outstanding priest, who taught me many lessons through his homilies and book read conversations at St. Edward the Confessor Parish (2005-09) and through his personal witness. I prayed for his healing, which he has now received (for to die in Christ is gain and eternal life with no pain) and will continue to pray for him during the Sunday Rosary before Mass. The few days before I heard of his passing, I had inquired about him and I found out that he was in hospice care. I thought, "The Lord must have great plans for this Holy Priest and, as much as good as he would do here on Earth with us, he will serve the Lord better in Heaven. So, just as St. Therese showers her roses down from Heaven, I'm sure he will come to mind often and we will "hear" from our beloved Father Joseph in his own mystical ways. I love you and I'm so thankful to be one of your spiritual children. I want to send my sincere condolences to Father Joseph's family and friends and assure you of my prayers for you also.

December 6, 2017

Rami Stein Parker

I'm so sorry to learn of the passing of Joseph. I always admired how smart Joseph was when we were growing up in River Oaks. I will be praying that Our Father holds your family a little closer in your days ahead.....My deepest sympathy

December 6, 2017

Dear Cindy and George, I have been praying for your son Fr. Joseph since I found out that he was sick! I am so sorry for your loss! I didn't have the privilege to meet him, my loss! I heard he was a wonderful priest! May he rest in peace in the arms of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! God Bless All of you!

Caterina Occhipinti, Metairie,La.

December 6, 2017

Friend

Sr. Isabel Ordono

I had the privilege to teach Fr. Joseph while he was a student at St. John Paul II High School, and he always remained close to my heart. He was a very special young man, and a wonderful priest, and I am sure God will be using him for very important matters from now on. My prayers are not so much for him, because I know he is enjoying God's presence and love already, but for his parents and siblings. May the good Lord fill you all with strength and peace, knowing your Joseph is walking right beside you.

December 6, 2017

Jean and Bob Humble

We are so grateful to have known such a wonderful priest as Father Joseph. The spiritual impact he made on our lives can never be erased. He will be missed dearly. We will keep him and his beloved family in our prayers.

December 6, 2017

Lawrence McElynn

George,

I extend my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to you and your family...

Sincerely

Lawrence McElynn

December 6, 2017

Bishop James Conley

May God rest the soul of Fr. Joseph Cazenavette! He was a faithful and dedicated Catholic priest. He served the Church well as a colleague on the US Bishop's Subcommittee for the Promotion and Defense of Marriage. We will miss him. Bishop James D. Conley, Bishop of Lincoln

December 6, 2017

Mimi Kelly

Fr. Joseph will continue to be there for us. No doubt he's already hanging out up in heaven with Mother Mary, who he loves so much and our Lord, Jesus Christ. That's the only thing that gives me any consolation at the loss of this incredibly holy priest is knowing beyond a shadow of a doubt that he's in heaven. Rest in Peace, Fr. Joseph.

December 6, 2017

Remembering fondly a most respectable, descent and handsome young man in our (still) neighborhood in River Oaks. Words can not convey our sorrow at the loss of your precious son. Pamela and Jimmie Jossey.

December 6, 2017

Amy Raspino

Fr. Joseph was a wonderful person and an extrodinary priest , he was so devout! He was the Real Thing! I was so blessed to know him and to travel with him. He will be missed, but I know he must be in Heaven now!

December 6, 2017

Mary Pratt Lobdell

Dear Cindy and eorge,
I am so grateful for having shared a stroll along my path of life with Father Joseph, all too briefly as it turned out. His dedication as a priest and a devotee of the Blessed Mother impressed me beyond words. Regrettably, I am unable to attend the services in celebration of his life tomorrow, know that my heart and prayers will be with y'all and your family as your sad day progresses.
May God's blessings and the Blessed Mother's strength be with you as you move through your grief.
Fondly,
Mary Pratt Lobdell
(Part of Father's 5:15 Mass family)

December 6, 2017

Harold Patin

Have known Joseph since he was in diapers. What a great man. Joseph was very smart & very spiritual. He loved and labored on behalf of God for many years. His death was a surprise, since I always thought he would receive a miracle. But, now I am sure he is in heaven with his Heavenly Father. May God grant Joseph eternal peace & his dear family consolation & blessings. May Joseph's soul & the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God Rest In Peace. Amen.

December 6, 2017

Lisa Valley Macaluso

My heart is full of selfish sorrow that my friend is gone. I think so often of our days at Tulane and that wonderful laugh; so many great memories. I wish I had known the "Father Joseph" better, but I feel so fortunate to have been able to call you my friend. You are in God's Kingdom now. I pray I am worthy to enter His Kingdom...and hear that laugh again. Praying for you and your family

December 6, 2017

Karen Hecker

I knew Joe when he was an attorney with the Air Force. He was a fantastic lawyer and human being and was a joy to work with even in challenging circumstances. He will be greatly missed.

December 6, 2017

Michael Hayden, Sr.

I am so grateful to have known Father Joseph. Even more so, I am grateful that my special son knew him.Our visit with him was so important for Michael. Michael knows that Father was not afraid and that he was going to be with Jesus. Michael misses him and is sad but knows that he is in his heart. Thank you for sharing this beautiful man with the world.

December 6, 2017

Father Joseph was a good friend of mine - we served US Bishops together at the US Conference of Catholic Bishops. He and I also shared other 'links,' including service in the Air Force, a connection to Louisiana (my first Air Force duty station was at England AFB, LA where I flew A-10s from 1983-86) and devotion to the Divine Mercy of Our Lord. I loved being his altar server when he presided over Holy Mass because of his reverence for the liturgy and Blessed Sacrament. I have missed his presence here in Washington for the past year and a half, but look forward to our future reunion :-) May God rest the soul of Father Joseph and provide comfort in this trying time for the Cazenavette family. Sincerely, Mr. Robert Yates

December 6, 2017

Sharon Scharmer Smode

What a wonderful and spirit filled man Fr. Joseph was. He had such a great sense of humor and all of us at Our Lady of the Lake Church loved working with him. Fr. Joseph would send all of the staff ladies flowers for our birthdays even after he had moved out of our Parish. We loved him! May he rest in peace.

December 6, 2017

Danielle Schubel

George and Cindy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Rest in Peace Father Joseph.

December 6, 2017

Juliana Cloud

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Cazenavette, your son was such a kind and wonderful person and the most reverent priest I've ever met. My son had many conversations with him while he was at OLL and says Fr. Joseph was the kindest priest he has ever talked to. Please know that I have prayed for him all through his cancer battle, amazed at his courage and faith and I will continue to pray for his soul. What an impact he had on so many lives, he was truly a gift to us all. Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your son.

December 6, 2017

Gayle Alfortish

Cindy & George Prayers are with you & your family. Father Joseph will be sadly missed. I pray for his soul.

December 6, 2017

Gregory Wilde

We will seriously miss you and wait with patience to see you in heaven. Pray for us Fr. Joe.

December 5, 2017

Evangelina Dominguez

It was a great privilege and honor to have met father Joseph at the Basilica of the immaculate conception about three years ago. I will always remember him for all the courage he gave me throughout our friendship. I will miss him dearly but I know that he's in better hands now and I hope to see him again in heaven one day.

December 5, 2017

Donelle & George Crovetto

How blessed we were to have had Fr. Joseph in our lives. He is and will continue to be sorely missed. He is greatly loved by so many. We can only imagine how much he is missed by his loving family. Our most sincere condolences to the Caznavette family. Please know that you are in our prayers for peace and consolation during your time of mourning. May Our Lord bless you with the peace that surpasses all understanding. May Our Blessed Mother wrap each of you in her mantle of her maternal love. Your beloved Fr. Joseph must be, no doubt, interceding for you now. I pray that he is interceding for each of us.
Rest In Peace, Fr. Joseph. May Eternal Light shine upon your holy soul.

December 5, 2017

Henry Calamari

Fr. Joseph, I remembered you back in high school at Pope John Paul 11 in Slidell as a fine person and you went on to continue God's gift of helping others and being there for so many people. Rest in peace as you fought a tough battle but not once did you seem scared. You kept your faith the whole time. God Bless you. Tell Mr. "G" hello from all the Jaguars.

December 5, 2017

Al and Patti Mansfield

Fr. Joseph was one of the most priestly priests we have ever known! We first met him when he was a seminarian at a Life in the Spirit Seminar and we have admired him in all the years since then. It was a privilege to often be at Mass with Fr. Joseph in recent months at the Christian Brothers chapel. On his 50th birthday he preached a beautiful homily about the Dedication of St.John Lateran. He was filled with the joy of the Holy Spirit and we could not have imagined he would pass so soon. I remember hearing him say, "I've lived on the Southshore and on the Northshore and as nice as they are, I don't want to live there for all eternity." All of us have gained a powerful intercessor in heaven.
Our love and prayers go to all his family and friends.

December 5, 2017

Sal Perricone

God keep you within His loving arms. I will miss you dearly and never forget you. Thank you for being there when others left.

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