Deanne Villarrubia Clesi, just 65 years young, of Abita Springs, Louisiana. Was called home to be with Jesus on Sunday, October 15, 2023, after her faith filled battle of nearly five and a half years with breast cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family when she gained her wings. Deanne was born in New Orleans to Yvette (Tabary) and Donald “Dutch” J. Villarrubia, Sr.
Deanne is survived by her husband, David Michael Clesi; her daughter Amy LeBlanc (Luke); her son Jonathan Trapp (Jessica); her step-daughter Sarah Ricco (Brandon); and her step-son Christian Clesi; her sisters Donna Schmidt (Gary), Debbie Hess, and Denise Giles (Ken); her brothers Donald "Bubba" Villarrubia, Jr. and Douglas Villarrubia (Lauren); her grandchildren Joshua and Hailey LeBlanc and her step-grandchildren Elizabeth, John and Joseph Ricco. As well as other extended family members.
Deanne was preceded in death by her mother Yvette Tabary Villarrubia and her father Donald "Dutch" J. Villarrubia, Sr.
Deanne graduated from Archbishop Chapelle High school. While at Chapelle she was a member of Chorale. Deanne was a faithful servant of God, Parishioner at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Where she was a Eucharistic Minister. She was a member of many faith filled organizations (TEC- Teens Encounter Christ, HEC- Handicapped Encounter Christ, and Beginning Experience). She is loved by many. Deanne also sang in many church choirs over the years. Her passion, faith, and love for God was felt by all those who met her.
Deanne's faith and trust in the lord never wavered throughout her cancer journey. This showed light to many, and has been an inspiration to those who knew her.
Deanne loved spending time with her grandkids and family. Making memories along the way. She loved to help others. You could find her outside tending to her garden.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Deanne’s life on Friday, October 20, 2023. Visitation from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 501 Holy Trinity Drive, Covington, LA 70471, followed by the Funeral Mass at 12:00 PM, officiated by Rev. Clayton J. “Beau” Charbonnet III. Reception to immediately follow Mass at Grace Funeral Home, 450 Holy Trinity Drive, Covington, LA 70433.
Deanne will be laid to rest in St. Lazarus of Bethany Memorial Garden, 450 Holy Trinity Dr., Covington, LA 70433 privately at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Deanne's memory may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, Maryland 21741 US, https://www.cancer.org/.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gracenorthshore.com for the Clesi family.
