Richard F. Charbonnet

Richard F. Charbonnet passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday morning, December 3, 2017. He was 87 years old. Beloved husband of Annie Zabbia Charbonnet of over 62 years. Loving father of Ann Charbonnet Moreau (John). Grandfather of Laura Schielder (Patrick) and Julie Lawson (Jonathan). Step-grandfather of Cathy Casey (Rob) and Robert Moreau (Devin). Great-grandfather of Jonathan and Joshua Lawson, Braylin Schielder, and Viola Casey. Brother of the late Lorraine Dobrow, Merle Ingolia, Eugenie Williams, Marilyn King, Ed Charbonnet, FSC, John Charbonnet Jr., Lloyd Charbonnet, and Mary Alice Charbonnet. Son of the late John W. Charbonnet Sr. and Jeanne Joly Charbonnet. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Richard was a native of New Orleans and resident of Metairie for over 50 years. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He worked for Falstaff Brewery for over 30 years and also worked for Southern Baptist Hospital for several years. He was a member of the “Schoolhouse Squares” and “Bar None Satellite” Square Dancing clubs. He was an avid Saints fan, and his family invites all to visit in their best Saints attire. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LEITZ-EAGAN Metairie, 4747 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, on Thursday morning, December 7, 2017 at 11:00. Visitation will begin at 9:00. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park, New Orleans. An online guestbook is available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.