Irene Cavalier Emerson, age 76, passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Grady Lee Emerson. Loving mother of Judy E. Reardon, Phyllis K. Alldredge and Michelle E. Noel. Grandmother of Kacey and Christy Munozcano, Courtney Reardon, Amanda, Austin and Daniel Alldredge. Daughter of the late Noah and Edna Cavalier. Sister of the late Stuart, James, Herman, Harvey and Catherine Cavalier. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to express a special thanks to River Regions Hospice Home for their special care during their mother’s final days.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at 11:00 am. Visitation from 9:00 am until time of service. Interment in Metairie Cemetery. Condolences may be offered at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.