Diane Gaspard Elder

Diane Gaspard Elder passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, August 14, 2020 at the age of 74. She was the cherished wife of the late Michael James Elder. Loving mother of Dwayne Drewes (LaLa Cortez), Cherie Drewes Silas (Anthony), Dawn Elder (Randi) and Chrissie Elder Mayer (Jason). Proud grandmother of Brandy Morris, Jerel Silas, Chrystalynne Bechtel, Toni Silas, Aaron Silas, Caylee Elder, Mason Cortez, Payten Mayer, Ayden Mayer and Ava Mayer. Sister of Aline Ranatza, Ronald Gaspard, Elizabeth Wolfarth, Andrew Gaspard and the late Norbert J. Gaspard Jr. Daughter of the late Norbert J. Gaspard Sr. and Eva Bordelon Gaspard. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her 7 great grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

Diane was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish where she enjoyed a long career with Textron Marine and Land Systems. She truly enjoyed life through her simple pleasures of quilting, selling Avon, sleepovers with her grandchildren where they enjoyed the Disney Channel shows together, afternoons with her Hallmark movies, reading her favorite author Debbie Macomber, her annual quilting trips with “The Sisters” and caring for her many turtles and beloved dog, Anna. She had a deep faith in Christ and was a devoted parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church. She was a wonderful example of what it means to care for others and will be deeply missed by us all.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR CHURCH, 2320 Paris Rd, Chalmette, LA on Thursday, August 20th from 11:00AM – 12:00PM, followed by a Funeral Mass in Diane’s memory beginning at 12:00PM. She will be laid to eternal rest with her beloved husband in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens.

Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required.